Smoking Cigarettes
Christian perspective on smoking/vaping: prioritize faith over worldly habits, avoid fear-based teaching, focus on mature faith discussions, informed decision-making.
Shawn Admits He Is a Homo
Shawn stresses equality, authenticity in faith, aligning heart and actions, criticizing superficial standards. True belief leads to genuine expression, avoiding hypocrisy.
Romans 11:1-25 Bible Teaching
Paul teaches in Romans 11 that God hasn't rejected Israel; a remnant chosen by grace remains. Salvation is by grace, not works. Jews and Gentiles are part of God's plan.
Determinism or Free Will?
Shawn's teaching balances determinism and free will, emphasizing love's need for choice. It contrasts theological views, noting probabilistic existence allows diverse outcomes.
Another Lesson Learned
Shawn's teaching highlights compassion over judgment, recognizing struggles, extending love, and reflecting God's mercy, inspired by a personal encounter and a grieving mother.
Was Jesus a Pacifist?
Jesus taught forgiveness and peace, urging followers to turn the other cheek, but acknowledged self-defense and allowed personal choice in military and political involvement.
Romans 10:12-21 Bible Teaching
Paul in Romans 10:12-17 stresses equality in salvation through faith in Jesus, the necessity of preaching for faith, and humility in spreading the Gospel, highlighting universal access to salvation and accountability for rejection.
Do We Need to Ask for Forgiveness?
Shawn teaches God's love for all, regardless of sexual orientation, emphasizing love, faith growth, and acceptance without judgment, focusing on Christ's transformative power.
Finally, I Understand
The Gospel's power to salvation is through Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection, emphasizing universal reconciliation, transformation, and new life in Christ.