Regeneration Precedes Faith: The Biblical Order of Salvation

In this insightful discussion, Rev. Chris Gordon and Rev. Dan Borvan delve into the biblical account of Nicodemus in John Chapter 3, unpacking profound theological truths about salvation, regeneration, and evangelism. They challenge modern evangelical strategies, emphasizing the concept of total depravity and how regeneration precedes faith. The conversation touches on the dangers of manipulative evangelism, the importance of rooting believers in the local church, and Jesus' unwavering standards for conversion. They also address common misconceptions about Calvinism, the nature of conversion experiences, and the serious implications of hearing the gospel without genuine response.

00:00 - Introduction
03:40 - Preaching to Gravestones
04:35 - Uninspired Chapter Breaks
06:15 - Total Depravity and Soteriology
07:22 - The Decline of American Evangelism
08:20 - The Danger of Manipulative Evangelism
10:22 - Ordo Salutis: External vs. Internal Call
13:00 - False Movements and Cults
14:00 - Why Promise Keepers Didn't Lead to Church Membership
14:45 - The Purpose of Parachurch Organizations
15:50 - Jesus' Theology of Man
18:00 - Jesus' Call to Salvation
19:30 - Setting the Bar for Church Membership
20:30 - Catechumens in the Early Church
24:40 - Jesus' Unwavering Standards
26:50 - The Necessity of Regeneration
29:12 - Infant Salvation
30:00 - Presumption Regarding Children's Faith
32:00 - Jesus Shatters Nicodemus's Concept of Salvation
33:05 - How to Be Born Again: Controlling the Wind
33:15 - Nothing You Can Do to Make Yourself Alive
33:30 - Regeneration Precedes Faith
35:20 - Misconceptions of Calvinism
38:00 - The Conversion Moment
39:00 - The Gospel Brings Judgment Too

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