Is salvation just forgiveness and a place in heaven—or does God do something more? In this episode, we unpack what the Bible says happens when we put our faith in Jesus: we’re forgiven, given new life, adopted into God’s family, and reconciled to him. We also explore why spiritual growth takes time and preview our next conversation: Can you know you’re saved?

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Can everyone be saved—or only those God chooses? In this episode, we dig into Calvinism vs. Wesleyan theology, tracing it back to the Reformation and John Calvin, then unpacking what Scripture says about grace, free will, and God's "road signs" that lead us to faith. Grab a pen–we reference a dozen Bible verses you'll want to look up yourself.

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We're all sinners who can't save ourselves, but does that mean we have zero choice in the matter? In this episode, we unpack original sin, bust the "Pelagian" myth about Wesleyan theology, and explain what grace-enabled free will really means. Part 3 of Wesleyan Perspectives. More episodes at riversideemc.org/podcast.

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Who am I? It's the question everyone's asking — but the Bible flips it: who did God create me to be? In this episode, we explore Genesis 1, the equal creation of men and women in God's image, John Wesley's three aspects of the image of God, and why holiness (not self-help) is at the center of our identity.

We also tackle a tough question: is the image of God in us beyond repair after the fall? (Spoiler: no — and we'll explain why next week.)

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Why call it "Wesleyan" if the Bible is really our final authority? In this launch episode of Wesleyan Perspectives, we explore the life of John Wesley, the origins of Methodism, and the framework (the Wesleyan Quadrilateral) that shapes how we read Scripture — with humility and conviction.

Coming up in this series: creation, the fall, salvation, sanctification, and more big questions about the character of God.

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Thank you Brooke and Lindsey from Blue Ridge Women's Center for sharing your hearts with us, especially as we look ahead to the coming years and navigate the challenges for centers like BRWC.

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Thank you Garry and Paul for having a conversation with us about Salem Area Ministries and specifically the work they are doing with Mrs. Dorsey's Clothes Closet and other area programs. You can learn more and get involved by visiting the links below.

In need of clothes? Visit Mrs. Dorsey's when they reopen at their new location in early 2026!

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Thank you Mickey for sitting down with us to talk about the wonderful work of the local food pantry. You truly are the hands and feet of Jesus for families in need! Check below for more ways to get involved or donate to the Salem Roanoke County Food Pantry today.

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