Christians are quick to say, “Christ died for me.” But often times they forget that Christ also lived for them. Namely, Christ is not only the Cross-bearer for our sin but also the Law-keeper for our righteousness. What does this mean for Christians and the Law (the Ten Commandments)? Since the Law is fulfilled by Christ does it still have a purpose for Christians? If we’re not saved by our obedience but by faith alone, how should we think of the Moral Law? In this episode of Real...

A central theme in Scripture is that man may not boast before God. Namely, humanity has no grounds for self-congratulation. 1 Corinthians 4:7 says, “What do you have that you did not receive? If then you received it, why do you boast as if you did not receive it?” Ultimately, Scripture teaches that all that we have—from our heartbeat to our faith—is a gift from God (Eph. 2:8-9). This is an essential truth to grasp as we live in a time where many Christians have wrongfully attributed the...

According to the Bible, we do not have an unjust God. That is, we do not have a God who overlooks sin. Today, many Christians think that God’s mercy takes the place of God’s justice. This is untrue. God does not compromise His justice to save sinners. The Gospel teaches us that no sin will go unpunished. The penalty for man’s sin will either be laid upon the Savior or laid upon the sinner. In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge continues his journey through the book of Romans where he...

Eschatology has become a focal point of much discussion in recent years. Most American Christians have been raised under the influence of Dispensational Premillennialism and are greatly unaware of the other orthodox positions. In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge is joined by pastor Joel Webbon to cover the landscape of the end-times debate while also sharing the basics of their eschatological position—postmillennialism.

Salvation is forensic. It rests upon pure justice and logic. The deeper things of God cannot be grasped without first a comprehension of the basics. The order of salvation is fundamental. Without a clear hold of this process, there is no reference point for further theological truths. In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge explains the three-part process of justification, redemption, and propitiation that lays at the foundation of our salvation.

If the Bible had a bloodline that led to the heart of its message, it would be Romans 3:20-26. Here, in these first few verses, we find the centerpiece of the Gospel—Jesus Christ. Like the sun of our solar system, the entire Bible rotates around this section of Scripture. In this episode of Real Christianity, join pastor Dale Partridge as he preaches through this essential passage and discusses the pivotal Gospel mechanics of salvation.

In a world where children are surrounded by hundreds of expressions of sexual perversion, it’s imperative that Christian parents are intentional to guard the eyes and minds of their little ones. When it comes to transgenderism and homosexuality, the best defense is a good offense. Namely, Christian parents must affirm their child’s God-given gender identity. In addition, they must offer tangible and faithful examples of biblical marriage and family. In this special edition of Real...

Why do so many people in the church fall into legalism? What does the term legalist really mean? When viewing the law of God, it should drive us to a further understanding of how much Jesus Christ has paid through His sacrifice on the cross. In this episode of Real Christianity, Pastor Dale Partridge continues his exposition of Romans 3:19-20 wrapping up the final portion of Paul's denunciation of legalism. In the previous episode, Dale taught on the doctrine of Total Depravity, and how that...

In this special edition of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge and pastor Joel Webbon tackle the doctrine of Covenant Succession (or expectant redemption). However, this doctrine, which is most commonly known as a Presbyterian position, is unpacked by two reformed Baptists making this discussion novel and important. Ultimately, this discussion is intended to offer hope to any Christian parent concerned for the souls of their children.

Outside of Christ, humanity is far more wicked than we know. If the heart and soul of a person is unregenerate, because their soul is separated from the source of life, which is God, then only death will flow out of them. When a person is alive in Christ, life will flow out of them. In this episode of Real Christianity, Pastor Dale Partridge continues his exposition of Romans 3:9–18 in an effort to uncover the doctrine of Total Depravity. In the previous episode, Dale taught on the...

Self-love is blinding. Namely, it’s difficult for man to see his flaws when his view of himself is so lofty. The Bible solves this dilemma by offering a pure and precise view of man—including his fallenness and flaws. According to Scripture, man’s central flaw is his spiritual deadness. A state of the soul that is not righteous, cannot comprehend the Gospel and does not seek for God. It’s a confirmation that no man can come to God without divine assistance. In this episode of Real...

The term "Christian Nationalism" has found the political spotlight in recent years. But what is Christian Nationalism and is this concept supported in Scripture? Namely, are Christians called to make Christian nations? Are they called to permeate a culture for Christ? These questions are answered in this special edition episode where pastor Dale Partridge and pastor Jeff Durbin discuss the theological implications and validity of this religious label.

God’s people are a covenant people. However, being in the covenant community of the church does not necessarily mean that a person is born again, regenerate, and justified. So if visible covenant inclusion does not equal salvation, what is the value of being in God’s covenant community? This exact question is anticipated by the Apostle Paul in Romans 3:1-4. Join pastor Dale Partridge as he exposits the meaning of this passage in this episode of Real Christianity.

Too often we put trust into religious actions to earn us good standing with God. However, this is opposite of what’s taught in Scripture. Only justification through faith in Christ alone can offer us peace with God. In Romans 2:25-29, Paul is preparing his audience for this point. Namely, he is tearing down any and every religious practice that the Jews had placed redemptive hope. His focus in these verses is to strip them of their false understanding of circumcision and show them their...

Over the years, I’ve met many people who know the Bible but do not know Christ. They know the Moral Law but do not know the Gospel. In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge continues to exposit Romans 2 around the issue of the Law. Legalism, the practice of law-following to make yourself righteous before God, was and still is commonplace among the Jews. But more than that, it is commonplace among people within the church. In this passage of Scripture, Paul demonstrates...

The Bible says that every person has a conscience. But what’s divine the purpose of the conscience? Additionally, is this conscience a form of God’s Law for those who have never heard of God’s Law? Namely, can God rightly judge those who have never heard of His Law by their conscience? Pastor Dale Partridge answers all these questions in this episode of Real Christianity.

The Bible tells us that God’s Moral Law had a primary purpose—to bring awareness of man’s sin. Namely, God’s Law becomes the standard of righteousness that man cannot meet. In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge exposits Romans 2:12-13 which demonstrates the universal and inescapable condemnation of God’s Law.

The Bible teaches that all people will individually stand before the judgement of God. How should Christians be thinking of this coming experience? More than that, how does God’s judgement on Christians relate to the Gospel of grace? What’s the difference between judgement and condemnation? Pastor Dale Partridge answers all these questions and more on this episode of Real Christianity.

It’s becoming more and more evident that feminism is the place where true femininity goes to die. The issues are not around equal opportunity before the law but redefining womanhood altogether. But more than that, feminism has also insisted that masculinity must change. In a real sense, this call for change is truly a call for submission—to the superiority of women. In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge interviews author and filmmaker Rebekah Merkle on the topic of biblical womanhood and...

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...

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

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...