This episode is about how to know who Jesus died for...based on what the Bible says.The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. Josiah and his family are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.
Can you tell what 'Christians' are fakes? ...Because God can. So let's explore a biblical response to carnal Christians while leaving the judgment to the only righteous Judge. The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. Josiah and his family are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended. SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donate INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/ OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.com
In this episode, Josiah responds to a newspaper article claiming that it takes 6 steps to have eternal life. There are plenty of well-meaning people who are muddying the water of the gospel message, and we should respond with grace to defend the truth: the bottom line on eternal life is that JESUS' death paid the penalty for our sin, and his resurrection carries the guarantee of eternal life for all who trust in Him for it.The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. Josiah and his family are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donateINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.com
Let's talk about some of the most popular end-times views. We need to start by looking at the Bible's description of a very important time period: the Millennium.
I never thought too much about Heaven, until we lost dad. Now I think about it all the time. Here's why Heaven is better than you've ever imagined!Note: There is a technical distinction to be made between "Heaven" and the "New Heaven/final Kingdom." The term "Heaven" is used generally in this episode because it is the terminology that most people are familiar with.The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. Josiah and his family are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.
This episode seeks to address a viewer's question: My church says that we have to call out to the Lord to be saved. Is this true? Let's have another look at Romans 10!Listen to Part 1: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/9icike49XVbThe target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. Josiah and his family are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donateINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.com
What is dispensationalism? Maybe you've heard this word being slung around lately in association with the rapture, tribulation, Israel, and other big topics. But what is it?Dispensationalism is a framework for viewing the story that the Bible conveys throughout human history. Let's talk about what it is, what it isn't, and one alternative view.The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. Josiah and his family are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donateINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.com
Let's talk about free will and backloading the gospel.To catch our last video on free will, click here: https://youtu.be/e-jW_i6VEcs?si=cvbTu9shJGmwEIyOThe target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. Josiah and his family are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.
Romans 10:9 is often used in gospel presentations, but ignoring its context can cause confusion. Let's talk about what this verse is talking about in the bigger picture!
Is Baptism required for salvation into everlasting life? Let's look at some examples of baptism that the Bible gives us about what it is and what it isn't!The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. Josiah and his family are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donateINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.com
We all look for acceptance in one way or another. Ephesians 1 gives us the promise of acceptance from God, among other things! This episode is guest-hosted by Robbie Logan. The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. Josiah and his family are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donateINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.com
Here's a hard-to-swallow pill: You might be meant for more than the life you're living right now. But many Christians never even consider this possibility, and so they never seek a closer walk with Jesus than the one that comes naturally to them. Let's talk about it...The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. Josiah and his family are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donateINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.com
Is trusting Christ alone for everlasting life "easy believism?" Let's compare this challenge with what the Bible says.The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ.SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donateWe are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.comLIKE THIS? Explore Similar ChannelsBibleLine: https://www.youtube.com/@BibleLineNorthside Church Athens: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthsideChurchAthensNorthland Bible Church: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthlandchurchstcReal Life Talks With Jim Scudder Jr.: https://www.youtube.com/@reallifetalks5661
In order to discuss this question, we need to ask ourselves: What is church meant to be? Is it a sermon? Is it a teacher? Let's look at the Bible for much-needed perspective.The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. We are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donateINSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.comLIKE THIS? Explore Similar ChannelsBibleLine: https://www.youtube.com/@BibleLineNorthside Church Athens: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthsideChurchAthensNorthland Bible Church: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthlandchurchstcReal Life Talks With Jim Scudder Jr.: https://www.youtube.com/@reallifetalks5661
A lot of people think that the Bible is mostly an instruction manual for how to get to heaven. It isn't.A lot of people think that the only immensely valuable thing that we have through Christ is salvation. It isn't. Let's take a step back and focus on the Bible to address these wrong impressions!The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ.SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donateWe are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.comLIKE THIS? Explore Similar Channels BibleLine: https://www.youtube.com/@BibleLineNorthside Church Athens: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthsideChurchAthensNorthland Bible Church: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthlandchurchstcReal Life Talks With Jim Scudder Jr.: https://www.youtube.com/@reallifetalks5661
In this episode, Josiah describes a process for making godly decisions using the Bible as a guide.The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. To support this ministry, please visit femionline.com/donate. Josiah is the President of Focus Evangelistic Ministries, Inc. He is supported through the financial support of churches and individuals who believe in the ministry that God has entrusted to him. He does not charge a fee for his speaking ministries, but trusts the Lord’s people to care for and support him. For more information, you can visit femionline.com.
Lot is often used as a side lesson on selfishness or bad company corrupting good morals, but can anyone point to a single decision that ruined him? Let's take a look at his life and see what we can learn from Abraham's favorite nephew.The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ.SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donateWe are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.comLIKE THIS? Explore Similar ChannelsBibleLine: https://www.youtube.com/@BibleLineNorthside Church Athens: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthsideChurchAthensNorthland Bible Church: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthlandchurchstcReal Life Talks With Jim Scudder Jr.: https://www.youtube.com/@reallifetalks5661
Most people already know how Abraham's story goes... *but he didn't.* He didn't start out as a great wise patriarch fully mature in his faith. He started out with simple obedience to God. Let's take a look at his story as we focus on the Bible!The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ.SUPPORT FEMI: femionline.com/donateWe are supported by people who believe in the gospel and want to see it preached and defended.INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/focus_pod/OUR YOUTH CAMP: gracefarmonline.comLIKE THIS? Explore Similar ChannelsBibleLine: https://www.youtube.com/@BibleLineNorthside Church Athens: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthsideChurchAthensNorthland Bible Church: https://www.youtube.com/@NorthlandchurchstcReal Life Talks With Jim Scudder Jr.: https://www.youtube.com/@reallifetalks5661
Our own human nature can lead us to wrong ideas about the Bible. Here are some mistakes to avoid in the search for Bible truth!The target of his ministry is to clearly communicate the gospel of grace to unbelievers and solid Bible teaching to believers in order to nurture them to grow and walk in fellowship with Jesus Christ. Josiah is the President of Focus Evangelistic Ministries, Inc. He is an evangelist and Bible teacher, communicating Christ with clarity in many places and settings. Josiah is supported through the financial support of churches and individuals who believe in the ministry that God has entrusted to him. He does not charge a fee for his speaking ministries, but trusts the Lord’s people to care for and support him. For more information, you can visit femionline.com!
On the Focus Ministries YouTube channel, we occasionally address questions in shorter videos. This episode is a compilation of three such questions. To watch them in their original format, you can visit our YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/@focusevangelisticministriesinc