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In this episode of Across All Worlds, we tackle one of the biggest questions in Christianity, Have we already been saved… or is salvation something we still need to receive?

Through a powerful conversation around Romans 10, the finished work of Jesus, and the reality of union with Christ, Jason and Baxter explore a radically different way of understanding the gospel. Together they explore the question what if salvation isn’t about getting God to come close… but awakening to the truth that He’s already within you?

What is faith, really? Is it something we try to produce… or something that’s awakened within us? 

In this episode, Baxter and Jason explore how faith comes from hearing the voice of Christ in you. Faith isn’t about striving harder or getting everything right, but discovering that the Holy Spirit is already at work, creating understanding, awakening response, and drawing you into a deeper awareness of not only what it means to be included in Christ but participating in the very life of the Father, Son and Spirit. 

Embracing grace, we realized on the cross Jesus demonstrated His forgiveness of all sin for all time.  And then we come to 1 John 1:9, telling us if we confess our sin we will be forgiven.  Did Jesus single sacrifice release us from all sin for all time or didn’t it?  And this is what this episode, “Confessing Sin,” digs into.  Enjoy.   

Introduction:  God’s unconditional love, forgiveness, and inclusion often are rejected because of God’s wrath.  Ironically, biblical wrath reveals God’s unconditional grace.  In the next 28 minutes, you just may see wrath as you’ve never seen it, in God’s grace. 

In this conversation, Malcolm and Cheryl Smith explore the profound themes of relationship and covenant in the context of the gospel. Malcolm emphasizes the importance of understanding the gospel as a relationship rather than a mere contract, highlighting the significance of covenant as a deep, trusting connection.The discussion delves into the nature of Jesus’ incarnation, his suffering, and the ultimate goal of his mission, which transcends mere forgiveness of sins.

The conversation culminates in a reflection on righteousness and the commandment of love, emphasizing intimacy and union in our relationship with God. They also explore the profound themes of friendship, identity, and the transformative power of faith. Malcolm and Cheryl emphasize the importance of understanding one’s identity through Christ and the concept of metanoia, which signifies a shift towards seeing oneself and God in a new light. The discussion delves into the significance of the Eucharist as a celebration of the incarnation and the mysteries of faith that connect believers to the divine.

They discuss the impact of cultural and religious beliefs on one’s ability to trust oneself and the importance of reconnecting with intuition to understand God’s heart. The dialogue emphasizes overcoming barriers to self-expression, the role of metaphors in understanding intuition, the concept of the flow state as a pathway to enhanced productivity and creativity, and the importance of partnering with God to bring about healing and transformation.

In this conversation, Justin Stumvoll and Jason explore the nature of God, near-death experiences, the transformative power of radical love, and the importance of emotional healing in understanding one’s relationship with God. The discussion also touches on the concept of oneness with God, the impact of heavenly encounters, and the journey of reconciliation and legacy within families. Ultimately, the conversation emphasizes the restorative nature of God’s love and the invitation to discover deeper connections with the divine.

Justin and Jason discuss how NDE experiences reveal unconditional love, the process of self-judgment, and the concept of justice as redemption. The dialogue emphasizes Earth as a unique opportunity for spiritual growth and understanding of the divine, highlighting the importance of choice in experiencing love and pain.

In this weeks episode Jason and David are joined by good friend Paul Young to explore how to experience God’s presence even in the midst of life’s storms. This is a profound conversation about trust, love, and finding God “at the bottom of the boat”—a place of stillness, surrender, and clarity amid chaos.

In Part 2 of our conversation with longtime friend Paul Young, we explore what it truly means to trust a God who never leaves. Together, we unpack how faith is more than just belief, it’s learning to rest in the love and presence of Jesus, even when life feels chaotic or overwhelming. From the storms we face to the deep wounds of our past, we reflect on how God’s unchanging goodness and self-giving love can restore trust, bring peace, and transform our hearts.