The Narrow Path Radio Program (1 Hour) 20260330
Mar 31, 2026
Discussion of atonement and reconciliation linking Old and New Testament terms. A debate about whether Christians can lose salvation and what Scripture warns. Exploration of the Holy Spirit as parakletos, and when to pray to the Father versus directly to Jesus. Arguments against a two-stage resurrection and a look at extra books in the Ethiopian Bible.
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Atonement And Reconciliation Are Theologically Linked
- The Hebrew word translated atonement literally means to cover, and its Greek counterpart in the Septuagint can also mean reconcile, linking Old Testament sacrifices to Christ's work.
- Steve Gregg argues using both "atonement" and "reconciliation" for Christ highlights continuity between Yom Kippur sacrifices and Jesus' sacrifice (Hebrews 9 analogy).
Surrender To Jesus Not Just Spiritual Feeling
- To be a Christian means to follow Jesus, believing his claims and surrendering to his authority, not merely admiring him or feeling spiritual vibes.
- Gregg warns spiritual experiences without surrender may be deceptive and urges testing the spirits by their witness about Jesus.
New Birth Inclines But Does Not Guarantee Perseverance
- Being 'born again' gives a new inclination to follow Christ, but Scripture repeatedly warns believers can fall away from that life.
- Gregg cites John 6:66, Hebrews warnings, and historical examples to oppose easy "once saved always saved" claims.