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Faith in Focus

Faith in Focus

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In this show, Dennis discusses issues related to the Church, the Bible, Theology, and culture and often there's a lot of overlap between all of those issues.

If you want to become a supporter of the show you can go to https://infaith.org/ministries/dennis-sutherby to donate to my ministry there

2026 Faith in Focus
Christianity Spirituality
Episodes
  • Ep. 201 God Shows Mercy and He Hardens (Romans 9:1-33)
    Jun 18 2026

    The episode delves into the controversial passage of Romans 9, highlighting the interpretation bias that affects people's understanding of the text. It emphasizes God's sovereignty in choosing and hardening as He chooses, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of faith and works in salvation.

    If you want to support the show you can email dennissutherby@infaith.org or go to https://infaith.org/ministries/dennis-sutherby

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    49 mins
  • Ep. 200 The Leaven of Legalism
    Jun 3 2026

    In episode 200, Dennis Sutherby discusses the harmful effects of legalism, emphasizing the importance of grace and submission to Christ. He highlights the distinction between legalism and holiness, urging listeners to focus on Christ's finished work and the grace of God.

    If you want to support the show you can email to dennissutherby@infaith.org or go to https://infaith.org/ministries/dennis-sutherby

    Takeaways

    • Legalism harms the church and veils the gospel, shifting the focus from Christ's finished work to human effort.
    • Holiness is not legalism, and understanding the gospel and resting in the grace of God is essential to combat legalistic mindsets.
    • Submission to Christ and a thriving relationship with the Lord are key to discerning between holiness and legalism.

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Episode 200: Reflections and Milestones
    • 08:24 The Dangers of Legalism
    • 14:38 Legalism vs. Holiness
    • 20:21 Asceticism and Legalistic Practices
    • 26:35 The Law and Legalism
    • 36:12 The Harm of Legalism
    • 45:06 Submission to Christ
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    48 mins
  • Ep. 199 Hermeneutics Over Hype: Right Point, Wrong Verse
    May 12 2026

    In this episode, Dennis delves into the interpretation of biblical passages, focusing on Mark Driscoll's use of 1 Timothy 5:8 and the dangers of misinterpretation. He emphasizes the importance of context and the potential impact of misinterpretation on biblical teachings and cultural relevance.

    If you want to support the show you can email to dennissutherby@infaith.org or go to https://infaith.org/ministries/dennis-sutherby

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Introduction and Setting the Stage
    • 06:24 Examining the Context of First Timothy 5:8
    • 13:11 The Dangers of Misinterpretation and Its Impact
    • 19:26 The Contextual Relevance and Cultural Considerations of Interpretation
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    29 mins
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