What's the Difference Between True and False Faith?

What's the Difference Between True and False Faith?

Author: Adriel Sanchez February 5, 2025 Duration: 8:07

Why do some people walk away from the faith? How can you tell if your faith is genuine or merely temporary? Pastor Adriel Sanchez unpacks the difference between true faith in Jesus Christ and a fleeting or historical faith. Discover why this question shouldn't cause anxiety—but instead, bring assurance and confidence to believers.

 

0:00 False faith

1:00 Not all faith is saving faith

2:28 Dead faith and temporary faith

4:34 What true faith looks like

7:17 Receive and rest upon Jesus and his righteousness

 

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In a world filled with complex and often unsettling questions, Core Christianity offers a grounded space for thoughtful exploration. Hosted by Pastor Adriel Sanchez, this podcast directly engages with the difficult inquiries people are actually asking about faith, life, and scripture. Each episode is built on the conviction that honest questions deserve thoughtful, biblical answers. Sanchez doesn’t just aim to demonstrate the truth of Christian teaching; he delves into why these ancient beliefs remain profoundly good and beautiful for modern life. Listening feels like having a compassionate and knowledgeable guide, one who helps untangle theological knots with clarity and grace. This isn't about superficial platitudes, but about rediscovering the foundational, historic truths that have sustained believers for centuries. Through these conversations, the Core Christianity podcast seeks to provide more than just information-it aims to impart a genuine sense of comfort from the gospel message, fostering both confidence and practical wisdom for everyday living. It’s for anyone, whether long-time believer or curious skeptic, who wants to understand the heart of Christian faith beyond the cultural noise.
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Podcast Episodes
Do Protestants Have the "Fullness of the Faith"? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1516 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. Does 2 John 2:8 teach that it is possible to lose salvation? 2. Is the Rapture Biblical? 3. What is the "third year…
Does God Want Me to Stay Married If My Spouse Is Cheating On Me? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1515 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. Should I leave an organization that promotes false teachers? 2. Is it Biblical to end a life to avoid suffering? 3.…
How Should Believers Expect to Hear from the Holy Spirit? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1514 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. Should I abstain from inappropriate music? 2. How can I explain the oddities in the book of Genesis to a new believ…
How Can I Love My Neighbor If I Don't Even Love Myself? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1513 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. What does it look like to "honor my father" if he was abusive? 2. What Bible verses could I share to encourage my h…
Am I Truly Saved If I Don't Feel Convicted of My Sin? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1512 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. Where do I go in the Bible for help with addiction? 2. Can a Christian still enter Heaven if they struggle with add…
Should Christians Avoid Wearing Jeans on Sunday Mornings? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1510 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. What is the "Law of Christ"? 2. Should pastors correct people for wearing jeans at church? 3. How can I respond whe…
Are Christian Marriages Always Supposed to Be Exciting? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1509 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. Should I leave my church if I'm no longer aligned with their theology? 2. How can I know that I am saved? 3. Should…
Are All "Ghost Sightings" Inherently Evil? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1508 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. How can I explain the Trinity to my doubting friend? 2. What does "raca" mean in Matthew 5:22? 3. Are "ghosts sight…
Does God Actually Hear Our Prayers? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:01
Episode 1507 | Adriel Sanchez and Bill Maier answer caller questions. Show Notes CoreChristianity.com 1. Do we become angels when we die? 2. Are non-church weddings still valid in God's eyes? 3. Does God actually hear ou…