March 20, 2023

Can you clarify the difference between backsliding and apostasy, falling to sin versus returning to a life of sin? [James 3:2, Proverbs 26:11, Job 23:29-30, 2 Corinthians 12:7].

Does the verses about limited numbers of chances in Job relate to the inability to return to God? [Job 33:30].

Caller shares that the Lutheran Seminary in Minnesota uses Steve's commentary on Revelation.

Have you ever heard of Dan Barker or the "Freedom from Religion Foundation?" It seems like he left the faith and become an atheist.

What do you think about a fellow believer and good friend wanting me to sign something requiring me to become accountable to him? [Hebrews 13:17, 2 Corinthians 1:23, Hebrews 4:13].

Regarding moral vs ritual law, where does homosexuality fit if it falls under moral law, then how does it violate God's character? [ Leviticus 18:22, Leviticus 20:13, 1 Corinthians 5:1, 1 Corinthians 6:13, Jude 1:7, Matthew 19:4-5].

What do you think of Hank Hanegrasffe's view of the symbolism of the four beasts (Babylon, Media-Persia, Greece, Rome) in Daniel, which he separates Media and Persia? Rec: verse-by-verse Daniel. [Daniel 5:28, Daniel 7, Daniel 2].

What do you think of controversy surrounding Gary DeMar, and those that have published a statement against his questioning of partial-preterism? [1 Timothy 1:20].

Caller says that Gary DeMar likes Steve's work and books and recommends them.

How do I do better at not being distracted and stay focused on scripture, etc.?