Legalism is the idea that our works contribute to our salvation. In the Old Covenant, under the Law, it was easy to draw the connection. However, in the New Covenant, it becomes more difficult to discern. the Bible teaches that salvation is monergistic. Namely, God does all of it. He initiates it and He secures it. As a result, we can give all the glory to God for our redemption. However, many churches believe in a synergistic salvation. That is, God does His part and you must do yours. This wor...
Jul 07, 2022•39 min•Ep. 196
Less than 10% of Christians share the Gospel with one person per year. But why? What’s driving this negligent posture to evangelism? In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge shares the three reasons why Christians are so hesitant to engage with this Great Commission work. But more than that, Dale shares about Relearn.org’s newest ministry project MailtheGospel.org
Jun 23, 2022•19 min•Ep. 195
Christians often believe that the consequences for atheists are reserved for after death. But that is simply not the case. Romans chapter one clearly demonstrates God's immediate and cascading judgments for those who reject Him and turn their worship toward idols. In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge covers the last verses of this opening chapter and unpacks the climactic and tragic results for the atheist. Namely, the absolute divine withdrawal that leads to utter charact...
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The Bible is clear—the evidence of our faith in Christ is seen in our love for others. 1 John 4:19-20 says, "If anyone says, “I love God,” and hates his brother, he is a liar; for he who does not love his brother whom he has seen cannot love God whom he has not seen." In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge preaches through Romans 1:8-15 where the Apostle continues his salutation to the Roman Christians. In this passage, it becomes evident that Paul both loves and longs to be...
Apr 22, 2022•37 min•Ep. 187
The Nicene Creed has been recited by millions of Christians. In fact, Christians still recite the creed all around the world. In the creed, there’s a line that says, “We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.” Now the word “catholic” here simply means universal, not Roman Catholic. That is, the creed states a belief in one church that is holy, universal, and apostolic. What does it mean to have an apostolic church? First and foremost, it means we believe in Gospel doctrine that’s bui...
Apr 09, 2022•38 min•Ep. 186
The epistle to the Romans is Paul’s magnum opus—his most exceptional work. Today, pastor Dale Partridge begins his journey preaching through this important New Testament book. As we will see, it is this epistle is the most important exposition of the Gospel ever written. It is, in my opinion, the most meaningful and vital piece of literature on earth.
Mar 31, 2022•32 min•Ep. 185
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In Matthew 7:1 Jesus says, “Do not judge so that you will not be judged.” What does this mean? Is this a universal command? If so, how is the civil court system called to exercise justice? How are Christians to exercise church discipline? How are parents to correct their children? After a more careful examination, it becomes clear that Jesus’ words cannot be a carte blanche command. So what does Jesus mean in this passage? How are Christians to think about judgement? In this episode of Real Chri...
Mar 14, 2022•31 min•Ep. 183
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Mar 06, 2022•56 min•Ep. 182
Thousands of Christians use this passage to state that Jesus' work on the cross was not only for sin but also for sickness. They believe the healing this passage speaks of is referring to an immediate physical healing not only spiritual healing. They believe this healing can be applied now by faith. This interpretation belongs within the greater prosperity gospel position. But is it right? Are these people's interpretations of this passage accurate? Is Peter speaking of access to immediate physi...
Feb 26, 2022•34 min•Ep. 181
How we interpret Scripture is vital. If we believe wrong about how we view God, His promises, or His commands the consequences are substantial. As many of you know, bad theology hurts people. In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge starts a four-part series covering four of the most misused and abused passages of Scripture.
Feb 17, 2022•35 min•Ep. 180
The final episode of our 8-part series through the book of Ephesians. In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge teaches on the famous “Armor of God” passage and instructs Christians how to protect themselves against spiritual conflict.
Feb 11, 2022•40 min•Ep. 179
Imagine attempting to play a game of chess without any roles or rules. Unfortunately, that’s how most people approach marriage. However, like chess, having clarified roles and rules does not make the game more difficult, it makes the game possible and even enjoyable. The same is true in marriage. God has provided clear roles and rules for husbands and wives that makes a path for marital success and joy. In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge looks to Ephesians 5:22-27 to unpack and extract the b...
Jan 28, 2022•45 min•Ep. 178
In Matthew 7:16-17, Jesus teaches us that identity determines activity. He says, “You will know them by their fruits. Grapes are not gathered from thorn bushes, nor figs from thistles, are they? So every good tree bears good fruit, but the bad tree bears bad fruit.” In this session, pastor Dale Partridge covers Ephesians 4:17-24 and explains how the Apostle Paul demonstrates this same truth in a different way. In short, as Christians, we are to walk in a manner that represents our identity and o...
Jan 20, 2022•40 min•Ep. 177
Unity is an abused term in the church today. Yes, we need unity but never at the cost of purity. We must fight for both. Today, pastor Dale Partridge looks to Ephesians 4:1-6 to extract a biblical definition of unity. But more than that, this passage of Scripture presents the grounds for our earthly unity—our unified bond with Christ.
Jan 13, 2022•42 min•Ep. 176
How are we to pray when our hearts are troubled? When we lose hope and fear takes hold of us, how are we to come to God in petition? In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge looks to Ephesians 3:14-21 to exposit what has been called by many theologians “the boldest prayer ever prayed.” Together, Dale will take you verse by verse to extract the theological meaning and application for the modern Christian.
Jan 06, 2022•47 min•Ep. 175
God wants us to know the immeasurable riches of His grace. He wants us to know the magnificence of Christ. However, we cannot grasp these realities until we grasp the darkness of our story. One theologian said, “The worse we realize we are, the greater we realize God’s grace is.” That is the essence behind this episode. Dale Partridge looks to Ephesians 2:1-7 in an effort to understand who we were before Christ.
Dec 23, 2021•47 min•Ep. 174
In a generation of Christians who struggle with identity and value, Ephesians chapter one offers the believer a treasure of truth. In this study, pastor Dale Partridge looks to verses 1:3-6 and unpacks the rich blessings given to Christians in Christ.
Dec 16, 2021•59 min•Ep. 173
Ephesians is known as “The Bank of the Believer” or the “Treasury of the Saints” because of it’s dense population of promises for the Christian. In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge starts an eight-week study through the book of Ephesians in hopes to bring believers deep into hope we have in Christ.
Dec 10, 2021•46 min•Ep. 172
The current political climate has revealed the character of many men in the church. It has shown the courageous and the cowards, the bold and the blind. Fortunately, trials, persecution, and cultural hostility tend to make the dividing lines more clear. That is, we can see clearly who stands with the world and who stands with Christ. But what has also been clarified is how few true, biblical, faithful ministers are out there. We have been made aware of the great need for more mission-minded, Gos...
Dec 02, 2021•33 min•Ep. 171
It has been said that two topics are not permitted at holiday family gatherings: Religion and politics. But is this a biblical perspective? Should Christians refrain from these often emotionally charged topics at holiday gatherings? In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge explains why he believes silence is not an option and how Christians have a duty to speak the truth in love.
Nov 25, 2021•18 min•Ep. 170
As we begin to see an increase in cultural hostility against the evangelical church, more Christians are searching for alternative but biblical expressions to the traditional corporate church. In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge talks about the biblical house church and how it might be just the right solution for this next generation of Christians. Listen to Dale answer five common questions about house church and see if gathering in homes is right for you.
Nov 18, 2021•33 min•Ep. 169
For some, it may be shocking to find out that some Christians refuse to celebrate Christmas. It’s true. Some Christians believe that Christmas is rooted in paganism and have chosen to abstain as an act of personal holiness. While we celebrate the freedom we have in Christ to make such a choice, we also believe in the call to reason with one another in love. In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge looks at the Doctrine of Days, the history of the church, and the Bible to present three reasons Chri...
Nov 12, 2021•36 min•Ep. 168
Soteriology is the study of salvation in Scripture. Unfortunately, most Christians don’t have a robust comprehension of how they were saved. That is, they don’t understand the biblical process of lost and found or spiritually dead and spiritually alive. In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge takes listeners through a systematic study of what it truly means to be born-again.
Nov 03, 2021•37 min•Ep. 167
