Onward in the Faith: Recent Episodes
Ray Burns
A Christ-centered podcast for your heart and mind. Episodes will equip Christians to engage the world biblically by helping them understand why they believe what they believe. (Colossians 1:28)
Whatever sits at the top of your hierarchy of truth determines how you interpret everything else, including your own suffering. In part two, I use a fast food restaurant to show how authority works, then walk through understanding my own depression through this worldview hierarchy. I share my own 20 years with dysthymia and severe depression, and how this hierarchy became a life-saving tool for me.
Christians and Psychology series: https://onwardinthefaith.com/christians-and-psychology/
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Every worldview runs on five sources of truth: Scripture, reason, tradition, experience, and emotion. All five are unavoidable. All five have real value. And all five will affect everything you believe the moment they are move important than God's Word. In part one, I walk through each category, showing how Scripture discusses using each rightly and wrongly, and give you a real assignment for catching which one is actually running your life.
Christians and Psychology series: https://onwardinthefaith.com/christians-and-psychology/
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Knowing why we're depressed doesn't immediately remove the pain of depression. For many, depression can linger far longer than we expect it to, and certainly much longer than we'd prefer. So as we're putting off the sin that has led to things like hopelessness, despair, or fear... what do we do about those very real feelings that may linger?
This episode begins a short "mini series" that will discuss a few ways we can respond to our depression in a way that is biblically faithful, true, and Christ-oriented. For starters... let's discuss how looking at rocks can help.
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It's not surprising that those suffering from chronic pain are more likely to experience depression and thoughts of suicide. As Christians, how are we supposed to think about these things? Should we understand depression differently than the world does? Does the Bible offer any hope, or are we merely victims of biology?
This episode is an honest, even painful, look at how I've walked through depression and suicidal thoughts in my life, and how God's word can guide us into not only understanding why we experience these things, but what we can do about them.
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Articles:
Christians and Psychology (where I've discussed my depression): https://onwardinthefaith.com/christians-and-psychology/
How I Survive Depression: https://onwardinthefaith.com/how-i-survive-depression/
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Depression stats:
Normal population: https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/statistics/major-depression
https://www.cdc.gov/suicide/facts/index.html
Chronic pain:
https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/fullarticle/216320https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0278584617304670?via%3Dihub
Fibromyalgia: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/30699852/
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3998848/
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Should you share your suffering with someone who has it worse than you? What's the point of God's comfort? How can we think biblically and faithfully about suffering in our lives and the lives of others? This episode explores the importance of how to think about comfort, and what God wants us to do with it.
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About This Episode
Why does a sovereign God tell us to pray? He knows what we need, does what He pleases, and can't be changed by human manipulation. If we're honest, sometimes it can seem like prayer is pointless, and that makes it even more difficult to "pray without ceasing." In this episode, I explore why prayer isn't our way of changing God's will, but His way of changing ours.
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro and the "problem" of prayer
7:25 Understanding whom we pray to
10:22 3 things prayer accomplishes in Christians
11:03 #1 Prayer acknowledges that God is God
12:33 #2 Prayer demonstrates our trust in God being God
20:11 #3 Prayer asks God to act as God
54:19 Reminder why my content isn't short!
54:48 Summarizing this discussion
Book mentioned:
"Sovereignty of God" by AW Pink
Scripture Used:
Matthew 6:8b
Psalm 115:3
1 John 5:14-15
James 4:1-3
2 Corinthians 12:8-9
Psalm 50:12-15
Jeremiah 29:11-14
Romans 8:28-29
1 Thessalonians 4:3
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If Satan's very nature makes him incapable of things like whispering lies into our minds or personally attacking thousands of people at once, what do we make of the verses that imply we need to watch out for his attacks? This episode digs in to a part of language we use every day that can help us better distinguish between the being known as Satan and the world system he's responsible for.
Scripture Used: Matthew 4:13-16; Isaiah 9:1-7; Matthew 27:46; Psalm 22; Matthew 12:22-26; 1 Thessalonians 2:18; Acts 7:1-9; 1 Corinthians 7:5; James 4:1-10; James 1:13-14; James 3:14-16
Satan Series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5oAvNLE5030_XWDG9oWCKfB4aMbXMUbh
Song of Songs for Singles: https://a.co/d/cF5K9Jf
Theology with Chris Lenoir: https://youtube.com/@theologywithchrislenoir?si=s2uMfl4BpLB2cA-O
Thinklings Podcast: https://thinklingspodcast.com/category/podcast/
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
6:47 Modern synecdoches
9:26 Biblical synecdoches
25:38 Satan as a synecdoche
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When suffering, sometimes we go into "survival mode" and set aside may important things in our lives. Sometimes, we wonder if we should bother reading the Bible when it's too difficult. This episode helps you think through how we should understand the effects of suffering on our Bible reading, how to be on guard against the deceptiveness of our flesh, and how to rejoice in giving God everything we have in our daily devotions (especially when we don't have much to give).
Scripture Used: Psalm 34
Conscience book: https://a.co/d/bGNjmOB
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If we believe in a good and sovereign God, are we wrong to want Him to heal us? Can we over-emphasize our desire to be healed? How can we find a good balance? This episode digs in to a question many people may not think to ask, but it is an important question to answer for those who do ask it.
Scripture Used: Matthew 6:19-34
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You'll often hear me say "God doesn't call us to be healthy, but He does call us to be holy." I know this will bother some people, especially those who have been exposed to the Prosperity Gospel. This episode focuses on what I've learned from God's word that makes me want sufferers to understand and embrace this important truth so that they can more fully glorify God, even in their pain.
Timestamps
• 00:00 How We Think About Healing and Spiritual Growth
• 5:48 I Put Health Before Holiness
• 14:33 Is Healing Commanded? Expected?
• 29:46 Is Holiness Commanded Without Healing?
• 37:46 Put This Into Action
Scripture Used: 1 Timothy 5:23, Philippians 4:10-13, 2 Corinthians 12:7-9, 1 Peter 1:14-19, Galatians 5:22-25
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This first episode of my new series introduces you to my pain journey and why this series exists.
Timestamps
• 00:00 Intro
• 1:06 My Pain Journey
• 10:43 Why Make This Series?
• 13:58 What to Expect
• 15:13 Final Stuff
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The Divine Council Worldview doesn't just affect how we read the Bible; it changes our lives. So why do so many people (including me!) react so poorly when we first encounter it? And does it really matter if we embrace it?
I sat down with my good friend, Chris Lenoir, to discuss those very questions.
My Satan series: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5oAvNLE5030_XWDG9oWCKfB4aMbXMUbh&si=XT_yZos_HrViFV7_
Chris's Angelology series (subscribe while you're there!): https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUWh2PtaHWAmiuJj-TSmdANjN9O6pGgDT&si=gzkPzKRFFU7aLRum
Time Stamps:
00:00 Intro
01:07 Briefly explaining the Divine Council Worldview
08:18 How we’ve seen people react
12:58 How Chris first reacted
15:00 How Ray first reacted
18:06 Why Ray changed his mind
20:11 Why Chris changed his mind
20:53 The influence of Christian Tradition
27:35 Does DCW remove God’s sovereignty?
33:27 How DCW has changed our lives
34:09 Ray and spiritual warfare
36:42 Chris and spiritual warfare
39:25 Ray understanding Jesus as “King of Kings”
41:38 Chris embracing his heavenly citizenship
44:21 This stuff matters
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About This Video
How do we read and study the Bible? What's the difference between the two? Are there things we should avoid when reading the Bible?
This episode takes a first step in exploring Systematic Theology. If we want to have a biblical worldview, we must know what the Bible says and means. That means we must read the Bible for what it is: a divinely inspired historical document.
Read the Text Version: https://onwardinthefaith.com/how-do-we-read-and-study-the-bible-simple-systematic-theology-chapter-1/
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Chapters00:00 Series Introduction
10:27 Content
Additional ResourcesText version of this:
https://onwardinthefaith.com/introduction-to-systematic-theology-simple-systematic-theology/
YouTube Video: https://youtu.be/yEf-JN6tddY
SummaryMany Christians know what they believe but struggle to explain why. Others may face a crisis when they realize some of their deeply-held beliefs conflict with other things they believe are true.
This series is for Christians who want to gain a full, consistent understanding of what God's word says about all areas of the Christian life and the world we live in.
This video breaks down the meaning of "Systematic Theology" into simple, approachable concepts. Not sure what "systematic theology" is? Then this video is for you! Join me as we begin a series designed to give you a solid foundation for your faith.
Hashtags#SystematicTheology #Christianity #BibleStudy #Theology #Faith #ChristianApologetics
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"Understanding Our Souls" series: https://onwardinthefaith.com/understanding-our-souls/
1 Peter YouTube series: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5oAvNLE5030ZQMBvqXy3LADajNyPr-nl
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Peter pivots from the bigger of our hope in Christ and commends his audience for loving Jesus even though they've never seen Him. Dig in with me as we see the practical results of an eternal mindset and understand the purpose of the "inexpressible joy" Christ gives us.
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Sending a child to public school creates unique challenges for parents. In this episode, I give my single best piece of parenting advice for Christian parents who send their children to public school: Pretend you're sending them to a Muslim school. Join me as I explain this crazy advice and give some practical tips to encourage parents as they intentionally disciple their children.
Articles mentioned:
The Most Important Parenting Question I Ask Myself: https://onwardinthefaith.com/the-most-important-parenting-question-i-ask-myself/
3 Signs of Consumer Christianity: https://onwardinthefaith.com/3-signs-of-consumer-christianity/
How Disney Undermines the Family: https://onwardinthefaith.com/death-and-buffoonery-disneys-cash-cow/
How to Glorify God with Your Time: https://onwardinthefaith.com/how-to-glorify-god-with-your-time/
00:00 Intro
1:00 The Advice
1:14 Religious Schools in Disguise
15:00 Practical Advice
15:57 Recognize the path they’re trained to follow
17:56 Be as spiritually mature as you’d like them to be
21:24 Build trust, be intentional, ask meaningful questions, and invest in their lives
28:40 Identify time thieves
38:25 Establish their identity in their local church
51:05 Closing thoughts
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We jump back into 1 Peter and see the true value of our faith. How can we respond to trials? What is biblical suffering? What's the difference between happiness and joy?
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Why must women be silent in the church? Should we take this to the extreme or ignore it entirely? Join me as we look at the context to this highly-debated verse and, after looking at the context, come to a surprisingly easy conclusion.
https://onwardinthefaith.com/why-must-women-keep-silent-in-church-explaining-1-corinthians-1434-35/
00:00 Intro
3:18 Two potential issues
6:29 Important observations
7:00 It applies to all churches
10:14 The context of the command
14:31 The context of "silent"
16:00 Why is it disgraceful?
20:30 Explaining 1 Corinthians 14:34: Women can pray or prophesy in church but cannot judge prophecy or the prophets who give them.
24:06 Considerations for today
24:23 Prophecy isn't teaching
26:08 Will we let feminism interpret this passage?
30:00 Do we have a healthy view of women in the church?
30:56 Honoring God's command as a cessationist
32:16 Women or married women?
34:22 Closing thought
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Romans 8:28 is one of the most common verses you'll find on a coffee mug or living room wall. Christians and unbelievers are familiar with God's promise to work things out for good. But what does "good" mean? Join me as I look at how we tend to misunderstand this verse and then dig into the beautiful promise God gives us.
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Welcome back to 1 Peter! Join me as we look at what 1 Peter 1:3-5 teaches us about our hope in God and the future inheritance we look forward to with confidence.
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00:00 Intro
04:04 1 Peter 1:3-5
05:02 Is Jesus separate from God?
10:52 What God does in this passage
15:45 How and why are we saved?
20:37 "Inheritance"?
26:20 What do we inherit?
37:13 "Incorruptible, undefiled, unfading, kept in Heaven"
46:50 "protected by the power of God"
52:29 What role does faith play?
1:01:48 Salvation is a future event?
1:11:28 Summary
1:16:39 Wrap-up
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Join me as we begin studying 1 Peter. This will walk you through how I study, showing you the questions I ask and the answers I arrive at. I hope this study makes you delight in God's word and encourages you to dig deeper in your own Bible study time!
In these early verses, we get familiar with the setting, writer, and audience before spending a lot of time focusing on a term that is central to everything Peter is about to say - what it means to their identity, obedience, and life as God's "chosen."
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00:00 Introducing the series
6:15 Today's passage
8:28 "Peter"
12:25 "Apostle"
15:30 "Exiles"
17:20 A Jewish audience?
22:36 A Gentile audience?
25:44 Comfort for the exiles
29:10 "Those"
30:48 "Chosen" - Grammar and the Trinity's work
41:11 "to the obedience of Jesus Christ"
43:07 "to the obedience of the sprinkling of His blood"
51:39 "Chosen" the foundation of this letter
59:10 Trinitarian work of salvation
1:00:38 "Grace and peace"
1:01:55 Study for the full meaning
1:10:44 Closing thoughts on the text
1:15:52 Wrap up
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You've got the books. You've got the Bible. You've got hours of podcasts and sermons downloaded to your phone. Now what? Go learn with others! As we conclude this series, we look at important ways to study theology alongside the brothers and sisters Christ has surrounded you with.
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If studying theology is important, it's also important to do it well. If you'd like to figure out where to start with something so vital to your walk with Jesus, this video is for you. Figure out a book budget before you begin, then get ready to dig deeper into God's truth so you can live for Him even more.
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Does God want you to study theology? Yes! When we properly understand what theology is in the life of Christ's followers, we see that God calls His people to theology over and over again. This episode looks at God's consistency from Genesis to Revelation as He repeatedly tells His people the same thing: We must grow in truth so we can live in truth.
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1 John 4 tells us to test the spirits. What does this mean? What do we test them against? How can we know the difference between false teaching and teaching we don't agree with?
This sermon was preached on 7-11-23 at the Gospel Centered Recovery ministry of Saylorville Church in Des Moines, IA
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Your Bible calls you a "servant of Jesus Christ." We all have idea about what that means, but what does God mean when He says that? How was this word understood 2,000 years ago, and how does that impact how we live today? Join me as we look at a word we may easily overlook and understand why a proper understanding of the word will radically transform our lives.
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00:00 Intro
00:35 Words matter
3:25 "Servant" throughout Scripture
7:14 Doulos as servant
8:48 Confronting "doulos"
9:40 "Doulos" as slave
12:08 Important warnings about the word "slave"
16:02 "Slave" in the original context
23:55 Why isn't "doulos" translated as "slave" in most Bibles?
26:58 Which term?
38:28 Our identity in Christ
54:55 Applying it to our lives
1:19:44 Wrap up
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What a difference a word makes. 2 Peter 1:5 says that we must supply a variety of spiritual disciplines. Does that mean our spiritual maturity is a result of our personal strength? Do we need to figure out strategies to be more self-controlled or loving? Is our success or failure up to us alone? What, and how much, do we actually contribute to our spiritual lives? These questions and more drove my study into everything implied by a single word. Join me as I walk you through how I studied this passage, what I discovered, and the challenge I faced when I understood what God inspired Peter to write.
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00:00 Intro
01:25 The verse that almost broke my theology
02:47 How we might read 2 Peter 1:5
06:20 Join me in my own study of the passage
07:46 Step 1: "For this very reason"
08:58 Back to 2 Peter 1:2-4 for context
12:12 "For this very reason also, applying all diligence"
12:35 "in your faith supply moral excellence"
13:53 Step 2: Defining "supply"
15:56 How the audience understood the term
17:03 What "supply" means for us
20:13 Supplying for "moral excellence"
22:40 Supplying for "knowledge"
25:50 Supplying for "self-control"
28:35 Supplying for "perseverance"
35:04 Supplying for "godliness"
38:26 Supplying for "brotherly kindness" (and love, because I struggled to discuss one without the other)
47:42 Supplying for [brotherly] "love"
49:18 Why we care about supplying for these things
57:13 What happens when we don't supply for these things
59:00 Final challenge
1:00:08 Wrapping up my study on 2 Peter 1:5
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How will you endure for Jesus? Where do we get spiritual strength and maturity? Why would a loving God discipline His children, and what does that actually mean? This sermon looks at the difficult text of Hebrews 12:4-17 to see God's incredible love for His children.
This sermon was preached 5-21-23 at High Pointe Church in Altoona, IA.
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You're not crazy, I accidentally released these out of order.
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Living for Jesus requires Christians to know what is good, but also to be aware of what is evil. Yet as we learn more about Satan, we see more of what it truly means that he's the "god of this world" (2 Corinthians 4:4). In this final teaching on who Satan truly is, we look at many specific tools Satan uses to blind the world to the gospel and weaken Christ's followers. It's a long one, but it will also be one that encourages us to lean even more on our perfect Savior.
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00:00 Intro
00:36 Series Recap
03:39 In This Episode
05:04 The Core of Worldliness
07:48 The Worldliness We Ignore: Finding Happiness
16:23 The Worldliness We Ignore: Finding Satisfaction
24:59 The Worldliness We Ignore: Finding Our Identity
43:41 The Worldliness That Shapes Us
1:02:02 Living Day to Day
1:06:08 Living Alongside Others
1:08:20 Why the Gospel Matters to Our Discussion
1:20:47 Practical Steps for Living in This World
1:27:40 Next Time
1:31:38 Outro
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We did it! This rounds out my lengthy discussion on who Satan really is and what he can do. Although I can't dig deeply into every single verse, this episode will better equip you to think about Satan in a way that fits with the rest of what God's word reveals about Satan, our sin, and what the Christian life must look like. In the end, my prayer has been that a better understanding of how Satan works through worldliness will help all of us see how much we need Jesus for every single moment of our lives.
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00:00 Putting the series together
02:32 Full series recap
6:20 Explaining this final episode
7:18 Ephesians 6:11
7:51 Satan in the Old Testament (Zechariah 3:1-2, Job 1:6, 1 Chronicles 21:1)
10:05 ha-satan role explained
13:12 "Good angels" work against people? (1 Kings 22:19-23)
17:48 The serpent in Eden and the Old Testament worldview
21:58 Did Satan possess Peter? (Matthew 16:23)
24:24 Does Satan steal the Gospel? (Mark 4:15)
32:39 Did Satan possess Judas? (Luke 22:3-6, John 13:27)
43:28 Did Satan attack the disciples? (Luke 22:31)
49:17 Did Paul give someone directly to Satan? (1 Corinthians 5:5)
51:38 Does Satan tempt and ensnare us? (1 Corinthians 7:5, Ephesians 4:27, 1 Timothy 3:7, 2 Timothy 2:24-26)
59:02 Did Satan attack Paul? (2 Corinthians 12:7)
1:03:47 But Satan did attack Paul! (1 Thessalonians 2:18)
1:09:16 Does Satan attack us like a lion? 1 Peter 5:8)
1:16:56 Do we personally resist Satan? (James 4:7)
1:27:35 Why this series exists
1:29:42 Final thoughts
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You do theology every day, even if you believe God doesn't exist. What we believe about God affects how we live. Check out how what we believe is true about God, and HOW we know it's true, impacts every area of our lives. Remember, it's not a question of IF you do theology, but if you're doing it well.
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Should Christians study theology? What is theology? Isn't it better to be Spirit-led than waste time with other things? This video looks at the many hesitations and misunderstandings Christians have about theology, then I briefly discuss what theology MUST mean for Christians.
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We understand the enemy. We know his goals and how he accomplishes them. Now it's time to look inward to understand how we, as Christians, do spiritual warfare against an enemy who wants to limit the gospel and weaken Christians worldwide. This episode looks at what spiritual warfare really looks like.
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Galatians 3:28 seems to imply that God doesn't care about gender. If so, we can argue that LGBTQ issues can't be sinful if God doesn't see genders in a relationship or as part of our biology. But is that really what Paul is saying in this verse? Come check out what Galatians 3:28 is really talking about.
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We know what Satan can do. We know how he does it. The big question, of course, is why. Why does Satan focus so much on worldliness? What is he hoping to gain? This video looks at why Satan and his angels would do anything to delay the second coming of Jesus Christ.
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What are Satan's methods? How do fallen angels fit into his plans? What is Satan's greatest weapon against us? In part 2 of this series, we'll see that Satan's attacks aren't what we assume because they're far, far worse.
If you've struggled with a recurring sin or temptation, this episode will also help you examine your life to see where your temptation comes from.
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Why does James say a sick person should call an elder to anoint them with oil? Does God promise healing after faithful prayer? How does all of this forgive our sins? Come check out what James 5:14-15 is really talking about.
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This episode revisits last week's topic, digging deeper to really see what the Bible reveals about Satan's powers and limitations. This will also be the start of a multi-part series where we examine who what Satan is, what he can do, how he carries out his plans, and what his motivation seems to be.
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Why are we tempted? Can we blame Satan or his demons for implanting thoughts and desires? Is he responsible for our sinful choices? This episode digs into a simple truth from James 1. However, before that truth can make sense to us as it did to his original audience, we have to be careful not to assume things about Satan that the Bible either doesn't say or completely contradicts. When we understand this, we may better be able to kill our sin before it starts because we'll understand where the temptation is truly coming from.
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The Asbury Revival received national attention. Christians are sharing and talking about it all over the internet. Churches and Christian leaders have even tried to carry on the revivals in their own cities. This episode is a deep, thorough dive into everything surrounding the revivals and asks an important question: Is God the only, or even the most likely, explanation for what we've seen?
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00:32 Intro
02:19 Summarizing the events
05:00 What is revival?
13:55 Biblically evaluation the Asbury Revival
38:37 Noteworthy leadership decisions
41:34 Easy believism, camp decisions, and altar calls
50:11 Confusing emotionalism and conviction
54:42 Wesleyan roots
56:46 Worship and revival in Charismatic theology
1:10:45 Social media and FOMO
1:18:42 The weight of expectation
1:24:19 The worldview of an entire generation
1:36:23 Answering the obvious criticism
1:39:06 A final note of warning
1:41:53 A final note of hope
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God saved us. Now what? Hebrews 10 reminds us to think about what Jesus did, and who we are in Him, so that we can live holy lives for the few short years we're on this earth. If we choose rebellion after Christ has forgiven our sins, God promises us that He will discipline us like the good and perfect father that He is. As Christians, we are left with two choices - we can face God's discipline, even to the point of death, or we can endure through the freedom Jesus gave us and the transforming power of the holy spirit in our lives.
And if you've ever wondered why Hebrews 10:26-27 sounds like you can lose your salvation, this episode is for you.
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Scripture used: Hebrews 10, Deuteronomy 17:7-8, Hebrews 12:7, 1 Corinthians 11:30, 1 John 5:16
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Context is king. When we don't understand what the author and his audience understood, thought about, and believed, it's nearly impossible to understand what's really being said. This episode is a teaching I did in Hebrews 9 where I dig in to what this Jewish audience believed about the old covenant, tabernacle, high priest, and blood offerings made every day. By understanding why these things were so important to them, we can better understand why the author spends the rest of chapter 9 using language for Jesus that keeps calling back to these old covenant things.
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We all have family routines. When we're around the same people day after day, year after year, we get into a familiar groove of living and interacting with them. For too many of us, one of those common routines involves giving our families the worst side of us. We are patient, tolerant, and even enjoyable with friends, coworkers, and people at church, but behind closed doors we put our sin natures on full display.
This episode is a difficult one. None of us want to confront that reality, and many don’t want to let go of the anger, criticism, and quarreling that's become a normal part of their family routine. But if we truly believe that God has given us our families on purpose, we want to honor them as our greatest opportunity to serve God through our earthly relationships. My prayer is that this episode will encourage and equip Christians to do give their families the best side of them.
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Anger Begins with Idolatry (article & podcast)
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Scripture used: Ephesians 4:31-32, Psalm 51:10, John 15:5, 11, Philippians 2:3, 2 Corinthians 12:9
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"The church is a hospital, not a country club." This episode uses this metaphor to help us better appreciate one of the purposes of our pastors and the local church. However, I also look at treating the church as a hospital that brings healing, rather than a hospice where we have no hope of recovery.
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Scripture used: Mark 2:17, 1 John 1:8, Ephesians 4:11-12, 30, Galatians 6:2, Romans 8:13, Hebrews 5:12-14, Romans 3:10-12, Romans 6:23, Colossians 3:8-10
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When we hear the call to salvation, it's easy for us to assume that's talking to other people; visitors, people struggling with sin, or those who have simply never heard the gospel before. This episode is from my teaching in Hebrews 4, which calls all of us, even people who assume they've been saved for decades, to examine what we trust for salvation.
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Scripture used: Hebrews 3:18-4:13, Genesis 1:28-31, Colossians 1:16, Romans 6:23, Colossians 1:21, Galatians 6:7, Matthew 25:46, Ephesians 2:8-9, 1 Peter 3:18, Galatians 2:20
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Is the choice between attending church or keeping our Christmas tradition as difficult as it seems? Does one unfortunate conflict on our calendar really matter? In this episode I discuss why Christ made church vital for His followers, then equip us to understand how our time commitments, struggles, and compromises reveal our true priorities. This is by no means an easy episode, but it will be valuable.
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Scripture used: Hebrews 10:24-25, Ephesians 4:11-12, Colossians 3:16, Acts 20:7, Matthew 6:21, Ephesians 5:15-16
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We know why we have our current 66 books of the Bible, but what about all the others? This episode provides a high overview of some of the most popular books included in the Roman Catholic or King James 1611 Bibles, explains why they were rejected, and gets a bit more specific about the book of 1 Enoch.
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Scripture used: Jeremiah 36:4, Matthew 27:52–53, Genesis 6:4, Genesis 5:18-24, Hebrews 11:5
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Can we trust the 66 books of our Bible? How do we know we aren't missing other books? What about the claim that people manipulated the formation of the Bible to fit their agenda? This episode gives a high overview of where we get the 39 books of the Old Testament and the 27 books of the New Testament.
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What is the Bible? Podcast episode
Logos articles on the Septuagint: Part 1 and Part 2
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Scripture used: 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 2 Peter 1:20-21, Numbers 23:19
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What did Paul mean by itching ears? How do we surround ourselves with people who will tell us what we want the Bible to say? And, more importantly, how do we protect ourselves from seeking them out? This challenging episode digs into 2 Timothy 4:1-9 and exposes the difference between choosing to pursue truth and choosing our preferred truth.
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GCR at Saylorville Church
False teachers mentioned: Bill Johnson from Bethel, TD Jakes, Liberal Theology, Todd White, Pentecostalism, Kenneth Copeland, Joel Osteen, Creflo Dollar, Benny Hinn, Joyce Meyer, Christian Nationakism, Q-Anon, Doninionists, Roman Catholics, Mormons, Jehovah’s Witnesses
Psychology series
Psychology says: we’re basically good - were victims - we don’t love ourselves enough - we save ourselves from unhappiness - our greatest need is happiness, self-acceptance, or freedom
God says: we’re basically wicked - we choose to sin - we love ourselves too much - we must be saved from sin by Christ - our greatest need is to love and serve Christ
Alternative to psychology: Biblical Counseling (note that this is different from Christian counseling)
Examples from “Google and Confirmation Bias”: tattoos, weed, sexuality, LGBTQ+ support, alcohol, lose salvation, look at porn, believe evolution, do ____ before marriage, support abortion, have female pastors, go to church
Takeaways:
- Gods word is our highest authority, so we want to read AND study it
- Failing to know the Bible lets us get truth elsewhere
- We want our lives to be marked by a pursuit of truth and a rejection of the lies we want to believe
Scripture used: 2 Timothy 4:1-9, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, 1 Timothy 1:3-4 and 4:7, Titus 1:12-13, Ephesians 5:11, Psalm 51:5, Romans 3:10-18, Romans 6:1-23, James 1:14-15, 2 Timothy 3:2, Romans 3:21-26, Galatians 2:20, Acts 4:12
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For some, prayer can be as difficult as it is important. We know we should do it more, but without a good understanding of what prayer is and why we do it, we're unlikely to see much success in doing it regularly.
This episode digs into what is commonly called "The Lord's Prayer," looking at the things Christ modeled and why He may have chosen those specific things. In the end, the goal of this episode is to help you better understand what you believe about God, prayer, and your purpose as a Christian in this world. By understanding those things, I think prayer will start to make a lot more sense.
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Scripture used: Matthew 6:5-15, Matthew 6:24-34, 1 Peter 5:6–7, Exodus 15:11, Romans 8:28, James 1:13-14, James 4:4, 1 Kings 22:1-26
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If we look beyond the duck-billed platypus, do we have any evidence that God has a sense of humor? Join me for an absurdly thorough look at what God has revealed about Himself to see if we can glimpse this aspect of His perfect character.
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Scripture used: Genesis 1:27, Matthew 23:24, Matthew 16:18, Luke 22:54–62, Daniel 5:23, Isaiah 46:6–7, Job 41:1–6
Job article
Open theism article
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Steel man arguments aren't something we hear every day. However, accurately and fairly representing someone's beliefs is an important part of living in a world that hates God. This episode explores some positive benefits from steel man arguments and ends with some encouragement for God's people.
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Scripture used: James 3:13, Proverbs 20:11, Luke 6:45, Matthew 7:16-18, Galatians 5:16-26, 2 Corinthians 10:5-6, Matthew 22:37, Jude 10, 1 Peter 2:12, 1 Peter 3:15, Ephesians 4:1-3
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It's easy to misrepresent someone else's beliefs. However, Christians may not realize the seriousness and importance of representing someone's beliefs accurately. This episode digs in to what a "straw man argument" is and why it's so dangerous for us to do it as often as we do.
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Scripture used: Exodus 20:16, Proverbs 12:22, Colossians 3:9-10, John 8:44
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Phones are central to much of what we do throughout our day. Unfortunately, it also easily replaces more important things in our lives. This episode takes a challenging look at what we do when we let our phones dominate our lives, and why we do it.
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Comparing time and money
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Scripture used: Romans 12:2, Ephesians 5:15-17, Philippians 4:4-9, 1 John 1:9, James 1:5
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What should we pray about? Whom should we pray for? This episode looks at what Paul's discussion on prayer in 1 Timothy 2 so that we can examine our hearts and lives as we go before our God in prayer.
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How did people go from living 900 years before the flood to a little over 100 years today? There are many theories, some good and some bad, and this episode looks at the most popular among them. Get ready to dive in and learn why people lived longer before the Flood.
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Are people in Hell now? Do people spend eternity in Hell? It's hard to believe, but we can't say yes to both of these. In this 2-part series, I look at what the Bible reveals about the afterlife, the ways "Hell" was translated from the original languages, and equip you to read your Bible even better than before.
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Scripture used: 2 Peter 2:4, Judge 1:6, Isaiah 14:9-12, Psalm 139:8, Genesis 37:34, Luke 16:22-23, Psalm 16:10, Acts 2:31, Revelation 20:12-15, Matthew 5:22, Matthew 23:33, Mark 9:47-48, Matthew 10:28
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Are people in Hell now? Do people spend eternity in Hell? It's hard to believe, but we can't say yes to both of these. In this 2-part series, I look at what the Bible reveals about the afterlife, the ways "Hell" was translated from the original languages, and equip you to read your Bible even better than before.
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To see all the words used for "Hell," click each word below and scroll all the way down to “Concordance Results Shown Using the ESV.”
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- Sheol - Hades - Tartarus - Gehanna
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Scripture used: Revelation 20:13-15, Psalm 18:5, Matthew 16:18, Jude 1:6, 2 Peter 2:4, Jeremiah 7:31, Mark 9:45
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This is episode 100! To mark this milestone, I'd like to celebrate with all of you. Come behind-the-scenes of what's happening on the podcast, hear some questions from your fellow listeners, and listen to how God has used Onward in the Faith in the lives of others.
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Top 5 Episodes:
1 Response to Dana Coverstone
2 What's the "Therefore" There For?
3 Finding Hope When Bible Reading Seems Pointless
4 How Qanon Conspiracies Prey on Christians
5 3 Ways to Pray for a Christian's Pain
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A trait shared by all mature Christians is a sense of inquisitiveness. This goes beyond being curious and results in finding answers to questions we have. This episode will help you better understand why you need to grow in inquisitiveness, and give some ways to do so.
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Last episode, I announced that I'd like your help celebrating 100 episodes. Send in your questions about Ray and Onward in the Faith, or share how God has used the ministry in your life. Click here or email me at contact@OnwardintheFaith.com
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Celebrate 100 episodes of Onward in the Faith! Send in any questions about me or Onward in the Faith, or share how God has used Onward in the Faith in your life. Remember to let me know if you don't want your first name read with your message.
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Roe v. Wade has been overturned. There's a lot we could discuss about what it means and what we should do next. This episode is a collection of my own thoughts for Christians to consider as they engage with others, think about what limited abortions mean for the church, and how we can continue on in a country where millions of babies now have a chance to live.
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My series on abortion
Stand with Christ, Not Your Political Party
Episode on how the news crafts our worldview. Listen to 21:08-43:00, then jump ahead to 1:07:47.
How Christians have lost a biblical view of love, sex, and marriage.
Reminder to represent Christ when talking about politics.
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We finish our series on Christians & Psychology by answering the most important question - What, or who, is the answer to our problems? Once we've properly interpreted our problems, it's important to seek a solution that will address the root issues we face. Jesus is that answer, but not in a lazy, "Pray more to feel better" way. Jesus is the ultimate solution to everything related to our sin, whether it's clearing our guilt before God or cleansing us from a prideful and idolatrous heart by setting our focus on Him.
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How I Survive Depression
Find a biblical counselor
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- Gospel Treason by Brad Bigney - Seeing with New Eyes by David Powlison - A Theology of Biblical Counseling by Heath Lambert - Competent to Counsel by Jay Adams * Most things by Jay Adams - The Christian's Guide to Psychological Terms by Marshall and Mary Asher - Quick Scripture Reference for Counselling by John Kruis
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Scripture used: Romans 5:10, Romans 6:17-18, John 15:5, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Matthew 5:21-22, 1 John 3:15, James 4:1-4, Romans 6:16, Romans 8:9, Galatians 5:16-17, Genesis 4:6-7, Psalms 32:3-5, Hebrews 11:6
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When we start with a biblical worldview of who we are, we come to radically different interpretations of why we experience certain thoughts, behaviors, or desires. This episode takes the foundation we laid in Episode 93 to help us better understand the problems that psychologists insist are purely natural.
This will be a difficult episode for some people to hear. Be sure not to make hasty judgments on one way or another. Instead, consider everything, digest it slowly, surrender to God the things you want to be true, and from there evaluate what kind of worldview lines up better with your understanding of mental health. If you realize you need to adopt a more biblical understanding, let this episode be a resource that you can return to as you allow God to align your thinking with what is true.
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Scripture used: James 1:14-15
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In this episode, I discuss how we understand human beings and what they experience. The assumptions we make and worldview we hold will determine how we view our mental health, the problems we face, and how we interpret what they are and why they happen.
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Article on what "heart" means
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- Sinful (Romans 3:9-12) - Need of savior (1 John 2:2) - Regenerated by Holy Spirit (Titus 3:5) - Given new nature (Epheians 4:22-24) - Torn between old self and new (Colossians 3:5-10) - We choose our actions (James 4:17) - Actions start with who we are (Matthew 15:18-19) - Sin is a result of living against the Spirit (Galatians 5:16-21)
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Psychology promises us freedom from something. But can something based on a secular worldview ever hope to care for our souls? This episode takes an honest look at what good psychology offers, where it turns our focus, and why Christians may need to make a difficult choice about where they turn.
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Can we really blend psychology with Christianity when they both start from very different assumptions about the world? In this episode I look at what psychology believes, how that affects who psychologists interpret information, and how that impacts the solutions they offer.
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Science and Christianity
Series on the body, soul, and spirit
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Scripture used: John 4:24
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Christians know we suffer more than just physically. But does that mean we should see a psychologist for our minds the same way we'd see a doctor for our bodies? This episode lays a foundation for a lengthy discussion about whether psychology and Christianity are compatible. I discuss why it's important for Christians to think about this, share my experiences, and end with an overview of what psychology actually is and what psychologists want to do for their patients.
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Timestamps:
1:46 Why talk about this?
8:10 My history with psychology
19:20 Why I'm sharing my experience
26:00 Understanding psychology and psychologists
47:25 Closing thoughts
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"I want to grow in wisdom, but I'm just not smart enough." This is a statement too many Christians have said, and in this episode I want to do away with this kind of thinking. Wisdom and intelligence are different, and understanding that removes a barrier that keeps us from growing closer to God.
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Episode about growing in faith
God's desire for your life
Scripture used: 2 Chronicles 1:11–12, James 1:5–6, Ecclesiastes 12:13, Proverbs 9:10, James 3:13–18, Proverbs 9:10, Jeremiah 17:9, 2 Corinthians 10:5, 2 Timothy 2:2, Matthew 22:37–38, Hebrews 5:12-14, Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 2:14–16, James 4:4, Proverbs 3:5–6
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An important character in the story of Christ's resurrection is often accused of being a former prostitute. This episode looks at what the Bible really tells us about Mary Magdalene, as well as how long-standing traditions can warp how we read God's word.
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Pope's statement My series on the Catholic Church
Scripture used: John 14:22, Matthew 14:1-11, Luke 10:38–42, John 11:1, Luke 8:1–3, Matthew 27:55–56, John 19:25, John 20:1–18 , Luke 7:36–50, 2 Timothy 2:15
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Just because baptism isn't required for salvation doesn't mean it's not expected after salvation. There are many Christians who haven't yet been baptized, yet God's word has no hint that baptism is meant to be done months, or even years, after someone is saved. This episode looks at three common reasons a Christian hasn't been baptized and challenges listeners to walk in obedience to what God expects His children to do.
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Time Stamps:
5:30 #1 You aren't sure you're saved
14:00 #2 You don't understand what it's all about
14:27 It's a matter of obedience
23:50 Water and purity
26:15 Significance of Jewish baptism
32:11 Baptism after Christ
39:34 #3 You're afraid of public speaking
1:00:25 Final thoughts
Scripture used: 1 John 5:12–13, John 5:24, Philippians 2:12, Matthew 28:19, Mark 16:16, Acts 2:38, Acts 22:16, Acts 8:36-38, Exodus 30:17–21, Matthew 3:1–11, Exodus 12:48, Romans 6:1–7, Matthew 10:28, Hebrews 13:6, Proverbs 29:25, 2 Timothy 1:7, Galatians 1:10, Colossians 3:23–24, Philippians 4:6–7, 2 Corinthians 12:9
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Wholesome by Kevin MacLeod
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Journey To Ascend by Kevin MacLeod
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Too Cool by Kevin MacLeod
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Basic Implosion by Kevin MacLeod
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Unwritten Return by Kevin MacLeod
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Perspectives by Kevin MacLeod
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No one gets excited about being tempted to sin. However, we often approach it with the idea that we just need to survive long enough to resist it. Sometimes we succeed, oftentimes we don’t. However, when the temptation passes, we know it won't be long before it returns.
In this episode, I discuss what temptation is, where it comes from, and how we can be thankful for it when we let it drive us closer to Jesus Christ.
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Scripture used: James 1:2-4, James 14-15, 2 Corinthians 12:9, Hebrew 4:15, Hebrews 11:6, Colossians 2:13-14, Romans 6
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Journey To Ascend by Kevin MacLeod
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Midnight Tale by Kevin MacLeod
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Folk Round by Kevin MacLeod
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Easy Lemon by Kevin MacLeod
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Myst on the Moor by Kevin MacLeod
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Too Cool by Kevin MacLeod
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Floating Cities by Kevin MacLeod
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The death of a child is painful for everyone involved. As Christians, we know that this life isn't all there is. That often leads us to wonder what happens to babies or children who die before understanding the gospel. This episode seeks to gently discuss a painful subject by pointing us to God's word and delivering hope to one of the most painful situations imaginable.
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Scripture used: 2 Samuel 12:23, Deuteronomy 1:39–40, Jeremiah 19:4, Ezekiel 16:20-21, Matthew 19:14, Psalm 145:9
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Eternal Hope by Kevin MacLeod
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Loss by Kevin MacLeod
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Luminous Rain by Kevin MacLeod
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Disney movies are a staple for most families. However, despite the positive messages, they can negatively impact our kids' worldviews. This episode explores how Disney and others children's media know their audience so well that they make money by killing parents or making heroes fight against them.
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Questions worth asking:
- Who's the villain? Who are we supposed to not like or agree with?
- Why?
- Why did the writers make the villain do those things?
- What is the movie encouraging kids to do?
- Does it encourage you to obey God's word?
- Eph 6:2 reminds us of the command in Exodus 20:12
- Honor your father and mother…
- More than that, Christian children doing it with joy as God's people
- Do all things without grumbling or disputing, 15 that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world (Philippians 2:14-15)
- Eph 6:2 reminds us of the command in Exodus 20:12
- If they see things they need to reject, can they find redeeming things worth praising?
- Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. (Philippians 4:8)
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Scripture used: Proverbs 22:6, Ephesians 6:2-4, Deuteronomy 6:5-7, Colossians 2:8, Exodus 20:12, Philippians 2:14-15, Philippians 4:8 Romans 12:2
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Pleasant Porridge by Kevin MacLeod
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This episode explains what we mean by Sola Scriptura, as well as some errors we can still fall in to if we aren't careful.
I teach a theology program at church with Pastor Chris Lenoir, and we were recently locked out of our building and unable to have class. We recorded a conversation-style lesson about the sufficiency of Scripture, which I'm also uploading here. If you'd like to see the PowePoint presentation, you can also watch this on his YouTube channel by clicking here.
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This episode looks at the Roman Catholic understanding of the sufficiency of Scripture and how it balances with tradition.
I teach a theology program at church with Pastor Chris Lenoir, and we were recently locked out of our building and unable to have class. We recorded a conversation-style lesson about the sufficiency of Scripture, which I'm also uploading here. If you'd like to see the PowerPoint presentation, you can also watch this on his YouTube channel by clicking here.
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Christ set us free to walk in freedom. Galatians 5 and Romans 6 show us what that means, what it looks like, and how we can see it in our own lives. This is an audio recording of my teaching at Gospel Centered Recovery at Saylorville Church here in Des Moines, Iowa.
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Scripture used: Galatians 5, Romans 6, Romans 12:2
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The Bible may not speak directly about abortion, but it does clearly reveal God's heart, both in how He thinks about the unborn and how He hates murder. As we conclude this series, we can get a clearer picture of our God that will allow us to understand why abortion is so serious.
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Scripture used: Genesis 1:26–27, John 4:24, Genesis 9:6, Exodus 21:28–32, Galaians 3:23, James 2, Romans 2:19-11, Psalm 139:13–14
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Dark Times by Kevin MacLeod
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There are many arguments for supporting abortion, at least up until a certain point in an unborn child's development. This episode looks at the most popular ones, pointing out the inconsistencies and logical conclusions required to truly believe those arguments.
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Sovereign by Kevin MacLeod
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In the first of a 3-part series, we lay a foundation for discussing abortion and then examine how the law of biogenesis proves that a complete human being is created at conception. If the unborn are truly human, then what does that mean for us?
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Scripture used: Genesis 1:24
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Virtutes Instrumenti by Kevin MacLeod
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Before committing to reading the Bible in a year, evaluate why you've failed in the past and whether you're setting yourself up for success this time around. This episode helps you examine not just why you've struggled to consistently read your Bible in the past but gives some ways you can succeed and grow in your regular time in God's word.
Why we fail:
-From couch potato to marathon running
-Desire doesn't create more time
Ways to succeed:
-Realize there's nothing magical about reading it in exactly 1 year
-Figure out the pace you can stick to
-Decide where you need to start
-Properly budget time by removing something
-Try a reading plan
-Consider going deeper instead of reading extra
-Supplement with an audio Bible
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Article on budgeting time
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Hard Trap Beat by MadLabz from Looperman.com
When we look at the history surrounding the shepherds, a familiar story becomes even more significant. Join me as I look at 5 (or maybe just 4) reasons we can be in awe of our God and the message He delivered to these men.
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Scripture used: Luke 2:8-20, Hebrews 10:11-14, Micah 4:6-8, Genesis 35:19-21, Deuteronomy 15:19, John 10:11-16, Isaiah 53:6, John 1:29
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"Drone in D" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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Is suicide evidence that someone never had true faith in Christ? Does suicide remove our salvation? This episode applies a biblical worldview to these questions, bringing hope and clarity to a painful topic.
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How I Survive Depression (This is only an article - I really thought I'd done an episode on it as well!)
Blaise Pascal quote: “All men seek happiness. This is without exception. Whatever different means they employ, they all tend to this end. The cause of some going to war, and of others avoiding it, is the same desire in both, attended with different views. The will never takes the least step but to this object. This is the motive of every action of every man, even of those who hang themselves.”
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Scripture used: 1 Corinthians 10:13, Philippians 4:10-11, 2 Corinthians 5:7, Romans 8:12-13, Romans 8:38-39, James 4:1-4
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"Leaving Home" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
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There are two important reasons why we can't know everything about God, and one dangerous reason why we'll keep trying to fit Him in a box that we do understand. This episode explores our hearts and discusses how we can live with a balance of trusting that there are things we can't know and responsibly seeking answers to the things we can know.
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Do Christians Really Need Theology?
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Scripture used: Colossians 1, Isaiah 55:8-9, 2 Timothy 2:15, James 1:5
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It can be scary to know that there are things about God we don't understand. There may be things about Him we don't like. What do we do? Often times, we'll diminish God and bring Him down to a level that we can understand and control. This episode discusses what that looks like and why we can have faith that God doesn't need to bow to our desires before we trust Him.
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- World religions: Muslims, Mormons, Jehovah's Witnesses
- Who Is God?
- How to Read and Understand the Bible (plus Jeremiah 29:11 discussion)
- Biblical faith
Scripture used: Exodus 15:11, Romans 1, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, John 4:21-26
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We are body and soul, but we don't have two parts. In the final episode of this series, I discuss why our souls were never meant to exist apart from our bodies, as well as how this belief aligns with everything we see from Genesis to Revelation.
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Time stamps:
Intro - 00:00
The basics - 3:05
[Pros]
Original creation and why death matters - 12:40
Origin of the soul - 23:04
The link between physical and spiritual suffering - 27:44
Why we value life - 37:30
Revelation and the resurrection - 42:42
Heaven, Hell, and our true eternity - 48:52
Refines Dichotomy - 56:16
Summary of pros - 59:05
[Cons]
Diminishes Heaven's excitement - 1:03:25
Frustrating - 1:07:07
Not explicitly stated in Bible - 1:14:16
Not talked about amongst Christians- 1:14:57
Final thoughts on the series - 1:25:18
Curious about the origin of the soul? Check out my episode from June 2, 2021
You can find this episode's original article here.
Scripture used: Genesis 1:31, Romans 5:12-21, Romans 8:19-21, Genesis 3:22-24, 1 Corinthians 15:35-57, Psalm 32:3-5, John 5:28-29, Revelation 20:4-6, Revelation 20:12-15, Revelation 21:1-4, Revelation 2:18-29, 1 Corinthians 5:1-10,
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The Bible talks about a soul and spirit, but it talks about them as though they're the same thing. In this episode, I discuss the strengths and weaknesses of a dichotomy view - that humans are a body and soul/spirit.
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Timestamps
Intro: 00:00
Why soul and spirit should have different roles - 5:08
Similarity #1 (can be troubled) - 6:48
Similarity #2 (can sin) - 8:54
Similarity #3 (Mary's parallelism) - 11:42
Our spirit isn't just a connection to God - 16:45
Spirit beings are spirits, not souls - 23:05
The Holy Spirit's name - 25:48
Why use different terms for the same thing? - 27:14
Problem #1: Not Trichotomy - 32:39
Problem #2: No OT separation - 33:39
Problem #3: We may misunderstand - 35:26
Problem #4: We aren't Power Rangers - 39:14
Final thoughts - 48:48
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Prepare for next week's episode by listening to the episode from June 2, 2021: "Where do our souls come from #3 - Reproduction
Scripture used: John 12:27, John 13:21, Ezekiel 18:4, Psalm 32:2, Luke 1:46-47, Psalm 19:8, Mark 12:30, Romans 1:9, Romans 8:15, Romans 8:11, 1 Corinthians 2:11, 1 Corinthians 5:3, Matthew 8:16, Revelation 21:1, 1 Corinthians 15:51-52
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Does the Bible portray us as 3-part beings? It seems that way at first, but there are some definite issues we must address if we're going to hold to this interpretation.
(Apologies for the lawnmower in the last 1/3 of the episode!)
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Timestamps
Intro: 00:00
Support #1: The Trinity - 4:15
Support #2: 3-Part Division - 5:31
Support #3 - Hebrews 4:12 - 7:00
Support #4 - Paul's Division - 8:15
Support #5- Our Spirit was Dead - 9:18
Bonus Support - 11:35
Transition: 13:26
Response to #1 - 16:23
Response to #2 - 23:35
Response to #3 - 27:30
Response to #4 - 33:00
Response to #5 - 37:36
Response to Bonus - 49:15
Conclusion - 51:46
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Scripture used: Genesis 1:26, Deuteronomy 6:5, 1 Thessalonians 5:23, Hebrews 4:12, 1 Corinthians 14:13-17, Genesis 2:17, Romans 8:10, Isaiah 46:9, Mark 12:30, Matthew 26:41, Philippians 1:8, Deuteronomy 2:30, Ephesians 2:4-5, Romans 6:2-11, 2 Corinthians 5:17,
Check out episodes 6 and 7 to hear more about God's uniqueness (and why we can't explain Him with water!)
Check out my series on tongues here, or listen to the episode titled "Church and Our Consumer Mentality" from September 15, 2021
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Part 1 of a look at what humans are made out of. This episode discusses the pros and cons of the biblical argument that we are purely natural creatures with no spiritual component.
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Video on nephesh
Scripture used: Genesis 2:7, Genesis 1:20, 24, 30, Genesis 9:4, 1 Corinthians 15:6, Isaiah 38:18, Ecclesiasties 9:5, Hebrews 9:27, Philippians 1:23, Revelation 6:9-10, Matthew 16:26, Matthew 10:28, Psalm 113:3, Luke 1:78, Luke 23:43, 46, Luke 16:19-30
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This episode can change how we think about the world. It's a big episode, but it's worth sticking around to the end.
After looking at who the Beast is we can now look at the purpose of his mark. I discuss why there will be a mark; who will receive it; the end result of the world the Antichrist creates; why Christians don't need to fear accidentally getting the mark; and I challenge listeners to stop accusing things of being the Antichrist or the mark of the Beast without a biblical reason behind those accusations.
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Understanding Conspiracy Theories Through a Biblical Worldview
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Scripture used: Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Revelation 13:16-18, Revelation 14:9-12, Revelation 16:2, John 3:36, Revelation 17:8, Revelation 18:17-18, Revelation 19:19-21, Revelation 20:15
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Who is the Beast in Revelation 13? What should we look for if we're going to accuse someone of being the Antichrist? This episode will not only help us better understand the goal of this mysterious figure, but also set the stage to discuss the mark of the Beast in our next episode.
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Scripture used: Daniel 7:7, 1 John 2:18, Revelation 12:9, Revelation 13:1-15, Revelation 19:20
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What is blasphemy of the Holy Spirit? Can Christians commit the unpardonable sin? What we're really asking about this confusing passage is this: Is there a sin so bad that Christ's sacrifice can't cover it? This episode digs into why Christ said the words that have caused panic in many Christians, and by the end we may have a much clearer picture of what it might mean for us today.
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Scripture used: Mark 3:22-30, Romans 7:15, Hebrews 10:11–14, Romans 5:20, Romans 8:35, Romans 1:18–25, John 6:37
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When we read 1 Corinthians 14 we can get distracted by all the talk about tongues. However, there's much more going on here, and it shows us how wrong we are when we think about our church and the people inside it.
Original video on Saylorville's channel
Gospel Centered Recovery
Saylorville Church in Iowa
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Scripture used: Hebrews 10:24-25, Acts 2:1-11, 1 Corinthians 14:1-25, 1 Peter 4:10-11, Matthew 27:28, Philippians 2:3-4, 1 Thessalonians 5:11, Ephesians 4:11-12,
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Most of us can agree what happens when someone rejects Jesus Christ. But what about those who never hear the gospel? Is God so cruel that he'll punish people for breaking laws they didn't know existed? How can they worship a God they've never heard of? This episode digs in to this important question and points out some problems we create when we try to get God off the hook.
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Scripture used: Mark 16:15, Romans 1:18–20, Romans 2:14–16, Romans 3:10–12, Romans 10:14-17,
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"I don't want to waste all the time I've put into this by just replacing it."
"I feel so bloated and uncomfortable, but I couldn't waste all that food."
"I can't just throw away all the years I've put into this relationship."
If these phrases are familiar, you've likely fallen for the Sunk-Cost Fallacy. And you're not alone. This episode explains what it is, why it's so easy to fall for, and how we can use wisdom to avoid it in the future.
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Scripture used: Proverbs 4:5–6, Proverbs 21:20. Galatians 5:22–23, Proverbs 28:13, Proverbs 3:5–7
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Telling others about Christ is a daunting, terrifying task. What do we say? What verses do we use? What if we say the wrong thing and send them to Hell for eternity? There’s no single right way to share Christ, but this episode discusses one way that, at the very least, can move us in a good direction.
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Ray Comfort’s YouTube channel
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Scripture used: Matthew 5:21-23, Exodus 20:16, Matthew 5:27–28, 1 Corinthians 3:6, Matthew 28:19-20
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What is the Fruit of the Spirit? What do we do if we're lacking? Can we really say things like "God hasn't gifted me with gentleness, so people need to deal with me being offensive"? This episode digs into how the Holy Spirit makes us more like Jesus Christ, what to do when we're lacking, and gives advice that may honestly change your spiritual walk.
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Scripture used: Galatians 5:22–23, Matthew 7:7 &11, James 4:3, 1 Corinthians 10:31, Hebrews 11:6, James 1:5
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The Bible is full of truth, but most of our Bibles are also filled with distracting numbers. This episode discusses how a Bible without verse numbers may be a huge blessing to your daily Bible reading.
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Does the Bible forbid certain acts or positions in the bedroom? Can Christian couples watch pornography together? How can we know what is, or isn't, honoring to God as we think about sexual intimacy?
This episode is important for all married couples who desire to glorify God in all areas of their lives, including in the bedroom.
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3 Things to Consider:
The Song of Solomon
Sex is to be protected
Sex is meant to be regular and enjoyed by both spouses
Let Galatians 5:13 guide us when we have specific questions about what a husband and wife can do together.
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Scripture used: Ephesians 5:23, 1 Thessalonians 4:3-5, Proverbs 18:17, Hebrews 13:4, Ephesians 5:25-27, 1 Corinthians 7:2-5, Galatians 5:13,
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The Jehovah's Witnesses may have some complicated beliefs, but what they need to hear is incredibly simple. If someone spends their life trying to be good enough for salvation, the truth of the gospel will bring them a freedom and peace they never imagined.
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Greg Koukl's method
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Scripture used: Isaiah 64:6, Romans 3:10-20, James 2:14-26, Matthew 12:34, Luke 6:45, Proverbs 4:23, Ephesians 2:8-9, Galatians 5:22–23, John 1:1-3
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This episode will prepare you for sharing the gospel with a Jehovah's Witness, setting expectations and helping you realize what it will mean for them to truly follow Jesus Christ.
Remember:
They will probably try to "rabbit trail" away from important topics
It's not about winning a debate
Following Christ will cost them everything
Let them know you're there for them (and mean it)
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Scripture used: 1 Corinthians 3:6, Isaiah 64:6, Romans 3:10–20, Romans 3:21–24, Ephesians 2:8–9, Romans 10:13
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Jehovah's Witnesses feel so close to the truth of Christ that we wonder if they might be saved after all. This episode discusses a variety of doctrines and other things people might be curious about.
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Timestamps:
00:00 Corny intro and what this episode is about
1:48 Redefining terms
5:18 New World Translation and its problems
14:01 Why "Jehovah" and not God or Yahweh?
16:20 Christ was created and isn't Jehovah
22:02 Christ is an archangel
24:23 Genesis 1:1 and Christ's creation
28:40 The Holy Spirit isn't a person
31:38 Purpose of Christ's death and our faith
42:30 Control through isolation and "disfellowshipping"
54:51 Study materials must be approved
56:17 They are the only true church
58:10 Emphasis on death and the Kingdom
59:20 The 144,000
1:05:09 Failed prophecies
1:07:40 Birthdays, holidays, and religious symbols
1:11:35 Blood transfusions and final thoughts
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Scripture used: John 1:1, Colossians 1:15-20, Luke 1:35, John 10:30, John 8:58, John 14:28, Luke 22:42, Hebrews 1:8-9, Romans 9:5, Colossians 2:8, 1 Thessalonians 4:16, 1 Thessalonians 1:7, Genesis 1:1, John 14:16-17, Ephesians 1:7, Romans 5:19, Isaiah 53:4-6, 1 John 2:2, Colossians 2:16, Acts 4:8-12, James 2:14-18, Galatians 5:22-23, Revelation 7:4-10, Psalm 37:29, Leviticus 17:10, Acts 15:28-29
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What do Jehovah's Witnesses believe about things like our origins, our purpose in life, where we get truth, morality, and our eternal destiny? Check out this crash-course where I discuss the basics of the religion and how they answer 5 important questions about life.
Check out Episode 54 to learn about why I ask these 5 questions
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00:00 Intro and basics of the Jehovah's Witness religion
10:57 #1 Where did everything come from?
14:40 #2 How do we find truth?
21:35 #3 What's our purpose?
28:04 #4 What is right and wrong?
30:56 #5 What happens when we die?
You can find this episode's original article here.
Scripture used: Psalm 90:4, John 1:1-3, Ecclesiastes 9:5 & 10, John 5:28-29, Proverbs 10:7
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Whether it's atheism, Islam, or those who think reality is all a dream, every belief system tries to answer 5 important questions about life. This episode digs into each question, and how those questions can help us understand people and share the gospel.
1 Why is there something instead of nothing?
2 How can we know what's true?
3 What's our purpose?
4 What is right and wrong?
5 What happens when we die?
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Articles and episodes I mentioned:
Why an eternal universe doesn't work (scroll down to "The impossibility of eternity)
Proving that things don't create themselves
Listen to some more episodes:
Why a Biblical Worldview Is Necessary for Christians
Arguments For (and Against) God's Existence
Is Science Evil?
How to Know God's Will for Your Life
You can find this episode's original article here.
Scripture used: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23
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Could God have set up humans to not only reproduce physically, but also spiritually? This episode takes a look at an old theory called Traducianism to see if it can give us a more biblical understanding of the origins of the human soul.
(Apologies for the audio. It should be back to normal next week.)
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Do Babies Go to Heaven?
Scripture used: Genesis 1:27, Genesis 2:7, Genesis 2:21-22, Colossians 1:17, Psalm 51:5, Hebrews 7:9-10, Romans 5:18, Ephesians 5:23
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When does a soul begin existing? Does God create a new one the moment a new human being is conceived? Today I discuss the popular idea that God is still creating souls today, as well as point out some of the theory's flaws.
Problems discussed: #1 Does God still create? #2 How do souls become sinful?
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Scripture used: Genesis 2:7, Isaiah 42:5, Zechariah 12:1, Genesis 2:3, Hebrews 4:1–11, Romans 12:5, Psalm 51:5, Galatians 5:19-24, Colossians 1:17
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Where does the soul come from? Is there just a big clump of souls hanging out somewhere in the spiritual realm, waiting for God to put them in a body? Today begins a 3-part discussion where we look at where we get our souls.
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Scripture used: Jeremiah 1:5, Romans 9:11-13, Genesis 2:7, Isaiah 46:10
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We want more faith, but often get frustrated when we don’t wake up the next day filled with more of it. Today I discuss how God doesn't give us faith by handing it to us, but instead forges faith in our lives by His sovereign hand.
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Podcast episode about faith here
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Scripture used: James 1:1-5, Isaiah 48:10, Ecclesiastes 12:13, Luke 17:5-10, James 4:4, Lamentations 3:24–25, Romans 8:28
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There are 3 reasons I don't drink, and 1 reason you still can. In this episode, I apply a biblical worldview to how we think about alcohol and whether our freedom to do something means we ought to do it without any other considerations.
Why I don't drink:
- Not drinking helps me love those who are weak
- I don't want to find the "line" between holiness and sin by risking drunkenness
- I want people to see Christ through me, not in spite of me
Why you still can:
- We have freedom in Christ to enjoy things that aren't directly against the nature of God, as long as they aren't sinful to us
A note: Around the 39-minute mark I accidentally say "Nazarene" instead of "Nazarite." A gold star to those of you who caught it!
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Scripture used: 1 Corinthians 8:8-10, James 4:17, 1 Corinthians 8:12-13, Ephesians 5:15–18, Galatians 5:19-21, 1 Corinthians 5:11, Proverbs 20:1, 1 Corinthians 9:19-23, 1 Timothy 3:2-8, Galatians 5:13-15, Galatians 5:16–17
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We love to be discipled, but do we know how to make disciples? When someone has questions, are we quick to give them a book or pastor to listen to, rather than personally invest in them and their spiritual growth? This episode will finish out my thoughts on fallen Christian celebrities with a look at how we may misunderstand discipleship and a final call to put Christ first in all we do.
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Scripture used: Matthew 28:19-20, 1 Thessalonians 5:11-14, Hebrews 3:13, Hebrews 10:24-25, Romans 12:15, Galatians 6:1-2
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After years of pursuing holiness and godliness, it's tempting to settle for "good enough" in our walk with Christ. Today I discuss why purity from the world isn't something we arrive at, but is something we'll spend our whole lives pursuing.
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Scripture used: Psalm 51:10, James 4:4, Romans 12:2, Revelation 2:4-5, Colossians 3:1-7
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We believe Christ existed, but why? In this episode, I look at the people and events around Jesus that show why it couldn't have been fabricated, as well as some sources outside the Bible that confirm His existence.
Summary:
In the Bible
- Human failure
- Christ valued women
- People died for the person they personally knew
Outside the Bible
- Tacitus
- Josephus
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Scripture used: Mark 14:50-52, Mark 16:14, Mark 5:34, Luke 21:1-4, Luke 13:16, John 19:27, Matthew 28:8, John 16:7, Acts 2:2-4, Luke 22:38, 1 Corinthians 15:17-22
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Today I continue thinking about fallen Chrisitan leaders by discussing the seriousness and responsibility of teaching, whether speaking in front of millions or leading a small class on Sunday morning. If a teacher wants to avoid the judgment warned about in James, there's one thing they must never forget.
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Scripture used: James 1:22, Ephesians 6:4, Luke 6:39-40, 2 Timothy 2:2, Matthew 28:19, James 3:1 & 8-10, Galatians 6:7-8
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Does power make people evil? Today I look at what the human heart is really like, and from there we can understand how positions of power and authority seem to create truly corrupt people.
(Note: Apologies for the silence at the end. That was just bad editing on my part!)
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Scripture used: James 1:14-15, Luke 6:43-45, Romans 3:9-12 & 23, Romans 6:6-7, Galatians 4:8-9, Ephesians 4:22-24, Jeremiah 17:9
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When we get so focused on our ministry to the world, we can neglect our call to the Christians in our lives.
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Scripture used: Hebrews 10:24–25
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When we want to pursue sin, one of the first things we'll do is remove things and people that tell us "no" and replace them with things that let us do what we want. As we think about public figures falling into sin, this pattern is something we'll see over and over again.
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Scripture used: Proverbs 27:6, John 3:19, Ephesians 5:8-13
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The devastation left when a Christian celebrity falls into sin may be a sign that we give them too much power in our lives. In this episode I discuss the scandal that inspired this new series, and why we need to be very careful with how highly we regard a human being (no matter how good their content may be).
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Scripture used: 1 Corinthians 3:4-8
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If you or a friend are struggling to stick to your Bible reading plan this year, this episode will give you some encouragement along with 3 ways to get back in God's word every day.
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Article on why you shouldn't read your Bible in a year
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What happened at the capitol is the result of months, even years, of choices and conditioning. When we see the things people were regularly hearing, it shouldn't surprise us that the natural conclusion was violence and anger. In this lengthy episode, I look at the various factors that may have led to a small number of President Trump's supporters to do something so extreme.
Timestamps:
Echo Chambers: 21:08
Personality Cults: 43:00
Gaslighting: 1:07:47
Conclusion: 1:19:08
Articles:
Christians and Psychology series
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Link to the video of the capitol prayer and other events: https://www.newyorker.com/news/video-dept/a-reporters-footage-from-inside-the-capitol-siege?utm_medium=social&utm_brand=tny&mbid=social_twitter&utm_source=twitter&utm_social-type=owned
Scripture used: Galatians 2:20, Romans 14:7-9
More Notes:
- Why were people there?
- Confident there was fraud
- Country compromised
- See themselves as revolutionaries
- Last chance to change what was seen as a crime
- Felt the need to fight
- Felt ordained by God
- Echo Chambers are when we surround ourselves with likeminded people who will positively reinforce us believing what the group believes
- Shapes our reality by drowning out opposing views
- Defines and becomes our identity
- Promotes Us vs. Them mentality
- Makes us fear thinking differently
- Extreme beliefs (cults, terrorist groups) rely on echo chambers
- Echo Chamber and the Capitol: Participants often consume news from a single viewpoint; no need to fact-check extreme claims; saw opposing views as "the enemy"; wound itself up into hostility over months of repeatedly consuming angry media
- Personality Cults: An obsessive devotion to an individual
- Truth based on what the individual says
- Enemies are those who speak against the individual
- Individual is a savior-like figure meant to prevent something terrible or restore people to something good
- Propaganda and other media builds up their accomplishments and excuses/deflects their failures
- Appealing because it gives us s savior; sense of belonging to a group; removes responsibility for our own beliefs
- Personality Cults and the Capitol: People were there to fight for Trump; they assumed there was evil happening because of what the President had been saying; saw him as our last line of defense against the wickedness of the other political party (especially within Qanon); meant to return us to an idealized version of America's golden age
- Gaslighting
- Someone controls your understanding of reality by either telling you what did/didn't happen, or telling how you should/shouldn't feel
- A method of control and manipulation that separates a person from what they understand to be true and makes them dependent on the "gaslighter" to tell them what is real
- Gaslighting and the Capitol: Spent months being told the election was unfair; told there was fraud and theft; told to be angry; told they needed to be patriots and fight for their country like the Revolutionaries
- Commonalities: isolation, defining truth and reality, identity is based on other people, always an external enemy that needs to be fought against
- Takeaway: all Trump supporters can't be lumped together; need humility and honesty to call out what's wrong; see that how we shape our reality has necessary consequences and destinations
- Sin issues: Pride, Fear, and Idolatry
- Gospel response: Remember our lives aren't our own; our identity is in Christ; use wisdom to identify our weakness and how those affect our worldview; make sure our responses and actions are bringing glory to God above all and not just boosting up our political agenda
- Remember that our highest priority is to bring God glory!
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Is a congressional prayer ending in "amen and a-woman" an attack on Christianity? No, but there's still something blasphemous we need to discuss.
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Scripture used: Isaiah 59:2, John 14:6
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Our beliefs are shaped by the sources we choose to listen to. In this episode, I discuss things like why the news is primarily an entertainment business, what contributes to what we believe is true, how to use wisdom when we think about what's happening in the world, and what it means to be an ambassador of Jesus Christ.
Advice for shaping our reality towards a biblical worldview:
- Listen to both sides with equal skepticism and understanding to get a bigger picture of what happened
- Avoid tribalism
- Value truth, not what we want to be true
- Remember that we're citizens of Heaven above all else
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Scripture used: Proverbs 18:17-19, Christ came to divide families, Romans 10:14, 2 Corinthians 5:20-21, Galatians 2:20, Colossians 1:28
Episodes mentioned:
-Why a Biblical Worldview Is Necessary for Christians
-How Q-Anon Conspiracies Prey On Christians
-Understanding Conspiracy Theories Through a Biblical Worldview
Articles mentioned:
-Let Christ Be Offensive, Not You
-Stand with Christ, not your political party
-Understanding Conspiracy Theories Through a Biblical Worldview
-Please Remember Christ Before Talking About the Election
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What is legalism? Why do so many Christians fall into it? In this episode, I look at 4 reasons why we want to add extra rules and works to our life in Christ, and what to do to fix it.
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Scripture used: Romans 3:19, Hebrews 10:4, Ephesians 2:8–9, Romans 6:23, Luke 18:9-14, Romans 14:5, Matthew 7:21-23, Matthew 23:27, 1 Corinthians 10:31, James 2:17, Galatians 5:22-23, John 15:4
3 part series on abortion: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3
Why I Don't Drink Alcohol
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A look back at 2020 as well as what's to come!
Link to the survey: click here
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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro and a survey
2:27 My most popular article ever and everything God did with it
16:57 I started a podcast!
20:26 Your support now pays all this ministry's expenses
22:27 How Covid impacted Onward in the Faith
26:00 A surprising amount of current event and controversial topics
28:37 My Advent series and final thoughts on the year
35:52 What's next for Onward in the Faith?
36:14 Making the website a better tool for you
37:59 Setting up a studio for podcast recording and…
38:32 Potentially starting a YouTube channel
43:03 Creating workbooks and other tools you can use
42:34 Writing a book one chapter at a time
43:25 Gaining more support and outreach
48:10 A bad pun, a summary of my goals, and a final thanks for a great 2020
Scripture used: Colossians 1:28
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I start by discussing some verses that seem to forbid Christmas trees, but the majority of the episode is just discussing what the passage is really talking about and what it means for our lives. Even if you don't care about the Christmas tree part, give it a listen!
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Scripture used: Jeremiah 10:1-25, James 4:4
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Santa Claus can seem totally harmless or completely against Christ. In this episode, I give 4 reasons we choose not to do Santa Claus. Whatever your own thoughts on Santa Claus, check it out and see what you think!
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You can find this episode's original article here.
Episodes worth checking out:
Why You Can't Make God Love You Less
My Best Advice to Any Parent
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When we take this verse out of context, we rob it of the incredible power it holds as a capstone to everything Paul has been saying in the last 3 chapters.
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Scripture used: Galatians 2:15-16, 3:1-3, 19-29
Episode mentioned: How to Read and Understand the Bible
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Do you feel equipped to prove God's existence? How would you answer arguments against it? Today's episode tries to help you with both. Check the rest of these notes for time stamps and other resources.
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Time Stamps:
Moral Argument (we know right and wrong): 6:05
Cosmological Argument (the Uncaused Cause): 13:53
Ontological Argument (imagining a perfect being): 19:47
Teleological Argument (complex design): 23:28
Summary of the Arguments: 30:24
Discussing Arguments Against God's Existence: 31:36
Final Thoughts: 50:37
You can find this episode's original article here.
Scripture used: 2 Corinthians 10:5, Romans 2:14-15, James 4:17, Psalm 50:8-15, Romans 1:18-23, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Isaiah 55:8-9, 1 Peter 3:15
Episodes worth checking out:
Why Do You Believe What You Believe?
Is Science Actually Evil? Does It Hold All the Answers?
Does God Want Us to Have Blind Faith? How Do I Live By Faith?
Articles mentioned:
Mormon article dealing with eternity (go the section labeled The Problem with Eternity)
The Cosmological Argument
The Teleological Argument
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It's easy to let the gospel become a casualty of our online interactions. Please consider what God tells us about our words and our testimony before talking about the election.
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You can find this episode's original article here.
Other articles worth reading: “Stand With Christ, Not Your Political Party” and “Let Christ Be Offensive, Not You”
Scripture used: James 1:26, Ephesians 4:29-32, Galatians 2:20, Proverbs 10:19, Matthew 10:34-36, Romans 12:2, 1 Corinthians 9:19 and 23
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We all know we should flee from idols. But there's a way they damage our relationship with Christ long after we've abandoned them.
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Scripture used: Colossians 3:5, Ephesians 4:14, Deuteronomy 31:6, Psalm 16:11, Proverbs 3:5-6, Romans 12:2, Romans 6:15-23, James 4:4
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Halloween can be a controversial topic. Here's why we don't celebrate while never looking down on those who do.
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Episode on parenting: My Best Advice to Any Parent (posted June 3, 2020)
Scripture used: 1 Corinthians 10:23, James 4:4, Galatians 5:13, Matthew 18:1-8, Romans 14:13, 1 Corinthians 10:13, Romans 14:5-8
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Conspiracy theories may seem innocent enough, but they often require our hearts to embrace sin and encourage others to do the same. Here's a bigger discussion of how Christians need to be on guard, why people love conspiracy theories, and what to do if we've fallen for one.
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Scripture used: 1 Timothy 1:3-7, 2 Corinthians 12:20, James 4:1-11, 1 Timothy 5:13, Ephesians 4:29, 2 Corinthians 10:5, 1 John 1:9
Sunk-Cost Fallacy
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Is the Golden Rule just about being a nice person? Are God's enemies even capable of doing this? Check out why Christ said these famous words.
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You can find this episode's original article here.
Previous episodes I mentioned:
"Therefore" - A Simple Word That Can Transform Our Bible Reading
You Can't Make God Love You More
Abortion: Part 1 of my series on why the unborn are 100% human
Scripture used: Matthew 7:7-12, James 1:17, Titus 3:5, Galatians 5:22-23, Hebrews 11:6
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Qanon is a particularly dangerous conspiracy theory for Christians. This episode looks at what the theory believes, why so many Christians believe it, and what we need to do to protect ourselves from any false beliefs.
You can find this episode's original article here.
Episodes mentioned:
Do Christians Need Theology?
How to Read and Understand the Bible
Why a Biblical Worldview Is Necessary for Christians
Scripture used: Matthew 7:15, 2 Timothy 4:3-4, Ephesians 4:11-14, 1 Corinthians 3:1-2, 2 Timothy 2:15, Hebrews 5:12-14, Colossians 2:8, Acts 17:11, Colossians 1:28, Hebrews 12:14,
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If you want to put this episode into practice, read Matthew 7:12 and try to figure out what the "therefore" is there for.
Scripture used: Romans 8:1, Colossians 3:5, Romans 12:1, Amos 5:21-23, Isaiah 1:11-15, Matthew 7:12
You can find this episode's original article here.
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If we can make God love us less, then His love is based on our performance. Today I look at 3 reasons why we don't need to worry about our good works affecting God's love for His children.
You can find this episode's original article here.
Scripture used: 1 Corinthians 13:4-7, Numbers 14:18, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 5:6-11, Hebrews 12:6, Ephesians 1:4b-8a (seriously, why break these verses up like this?), Romans 3:10-17, Titus 3:3-6, Romans 6:1-7 Ephesians 2:1-10, Isaiah 14:27, Romans 8:38-39
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If we're honest, God's knowledge of the future seems to contradict our free will. If He knows what we'll do, are we really free to choose? Some explain this by claiming that God doesn't know the entire future because He doesn't know what we will do - He's like us, always learning and growing based on new information. Unfortunately, we run into some terrifying problems when we try to force God to line up with our understanding of free will.
You can find this episode's original article here.
Do Christians REALLY need theology?
I mentioned that we don't read a single Bible verse. Here's my discussion on why we need to read them in their larger context so that we can fit our interpretation into the bigger system of the Bible.
Scripture used: Genesis 22:10-12, Jonah 3:10, 1 Timothy 2:3-4, Matthew 7:13-14, Genesis 1:1, James 4:13-15, Numbers 23:19, Isaiah 46:9-11, Jeremiah 29:10, Revelation 22:3-5, Ephesians 2:8-9, Romans 10:13, Romans 11:29, John 14:6, John 6:37, John 8:36, Hebrews 13:8, Isaiah 55:8-9,
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A promise can say a lot about how we view ourselves. It may also reveal how we view God's sovereignty. Here's why my family doesn’t make promises.
Scripture used: James 4:13-16, Deuteronomy 31:8, 1 John 1:9, John 6:37, Matthew 11:28-30, Galatians 2:20
You can find this episode's original article here.
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Why does Christ say He'd rather us be cold than lukewarm? There's a popular way to interpret Revelation 3:15-16, but it doesn't make sense when we look at what the rest of the Bible says about those who are "cold" and "lukewarm" in their walk with Christ. Join me as we dive into God's word and understand His call to holy living.
Scripture used: Revelation 3:15-16, Deuteronomy 6:5, Matthew 6:19-21, Hebrews 5:11-14, 1 Corinthians 3:1-3, 2 Peter 3:18, Luke 17:5, Matthew 13:1-24, 1 John 2:19, Matthew 17:15-20, Matthew 12:34-35, Revelation 2:1-7, Revelation 3:17, James 4:1-4, Romans 6:15-18, Romans 12:2, 1 Peter 2:9, Ephesians 4:17-24
You can find this episode's original article here.
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When someone is suffering, we often pray for their physical healing. Today, I'd like to share 3 things that might be even more important to pray for than their health.
Scripture used: Philippians 2:3-4, Ephesians 4:31, Philippians 4:11-13, 2 Corinthians 12:7-10, James 1:2-4, Romans 5:3-5, Philippians 1:6, 1 Corinthians 10:31
-Pray for their family
-Pray for their spiritual health
-Pray that God will be glorified
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When you read the Bible, does it feel pointless or frustrating? Do you struggle to do it regularly? This episode is all about encouraging you to not only find great value in God's word, but find hope even when reading it feels pointless.
What is the Bible? (podcast episode)
Acorn video
Scripture used: 1 Timothy 4:6-8, Isaiah 55:11, Hebrews 4:12, Philippians 1:6
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Today I attempt to "briefly" answer several questions and criticisms I've received about my prophecy article and podcast episode. Check below for timestamps to each question.
"Why I didn't talk to a lesbian about homosexuality"
- Why did I originally write the article? 1:57
- Shouldn't we just pray for truth? What about my experience/feeling about prophecy? 6:39
- Am I just being judgmental? 11:46
- Am I confusing the difference between OT and NT prophecy? Is prophecy wrong if it doesn't contradict the Bible? 18:16
- Why not take a "wait and see" approach? 24:16
- Am I confusing dreams and prophecy? 26:41
- What about Acts 2:17? 28:51
- Aren't we supposed to expect supernatural gifts? 36:54
- Am I just a right-wing Democrat? 45:01
- Am I telling people not to be prepared? 47:06
- Personal thoughts on the article and its reception 56:54
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Dana Coverstone's video has been making waves, but we need to use discernment whenever we evaluate someone's claims to being a prophet. Today, I look at 3 things we should consider before accepting these dreams as truth.
You can find this episode's original article here.
Read my article about Christians and politics here.
Abortion statistics.
An article from September, 2019 where scientists predict an impending pandemic.
Scripture used: Hebrews 5:14, Ephesians 4:11-12, Deuteronomy 18:20-22, Habakkuk 1:5 (seriously, read this book!), 2 Timothy 2:15, Acts 17:11
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A biblical worldview prevents us from living like part-time atheists. But what is it, how do we develop it, and why should we care?
Scripture used: Genesis 1:1, Hebrews 1:3, Galatians 2:20, Ecclesiastes 12:13-14 (or really, all of it. Seriously, go read Ecclesiastes!), 1 Peter 1:16, Jeremiah 17:9, Psalm 119:98-100, 2 Timothy 3:10-17, 2 Corinthians 10:3-5
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Everyone talks about faith, but not everyone understands what it is. If we're going to love God with all our heart and mind, it's important for us to truly grasp what this central part of our lives is all about. Today I dig into what faith really means, and how faith causes us to dedicate our lives to Jesus Christ.
Scripture used: Hebrews 11, Romans 1:20, Psalm 34:8, James 2:17-22
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Should Christians avoid science, embrace it completely, or something in between? Today I discuss how to glorify God through how we think about science.
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"What sort of adult am I creating?" This is one of the most important questions a parent can ask themselves. Today I discuss how it impacts everything we do and share an example of how I've answered the question with each of my own kids.
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God's will for our life is one of the most difficult questions we may ask. Yet in the Bible, God has not only revealed His purpose for creating you but wants to equip you to know His will in any situation. Today I dig in to not only knowing why we're here, but what we're meant to do.
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The Bible is important, but just how important should it be in our lives? What role does it play in changing who we are? Today I focus on why this book, inspired by God, is our source for understanding the world and becoming more like Jesus Christ.
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It's important for us to understand what the Bible is if we want to better understand what it's saying. In this bonus episode, I talk about 3 ways we can easily get the wrong idea about God's word.
1 The Bible is a teaching manual
2 The Bible has no errors
3 The Bible is true because it says so
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Is the Bible just our way of living better lives? Is it written by a bunch of people who had some really good morals? Today I discuss why the Bible must be our highest authority because of who gave it to us, and what He reveals about Himself in its pages.
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How does each member of the Trinity serve a role in our lives? How can we better understand our purpose in life when we better understand who God is and what He desires?
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What does the Bible say about the 3 members of the Trinity? Can we explain God by comparing Him to water, the sun, or an egg? Is Christ equal to God? What's the deal with the Holy Spirit?
Humorous video about the Trinity here.
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Anger isn't your biggest problem, but it helps you realize there's something wrong. When trying to identify the root cause of our anger, we can identify idols with 3 questions:
Am I willing to sin to get this?
Am I willing to sin if I think I'll lose it?
Do I turn to it for comfort and refuge instead of God?
The Gospel Treason by Brad Bigney
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Jeremiah 29:11 is one of the most popular Bible verses around. But what does God actually mean here, and are we really seeing who God truly is when we just assume it's about our own happiness? Grab your Bible and work alongside me as I use my 3 step guide from the previous episode to get a glorious picture of how incredible our God truly is.
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In this episode, I explain how to read the Bible responsibly. This will require us to do more than open the Bible, read a verse, and hope we can figure it out. It may be a new concept to many, but it's worth it when the end result is getting a deeper understanding of God and a more meaningful life with Jesus Christ.
Remember: Original Audience - Timeless Audience - Modern Audience
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If you think theology is boring and useless for most Christians, I hope this episode can give a new perspective!
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Christians know what they believe, but if we're honest we don't always know why we believe it. One of the best things we can do for our kids, our friends, and even ourselves is to understand the beliefs that guide our lives. Today I discuss the importance of building a firm foundation for our faith in Jesus Christ.
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A brief introduction to my testimony, my ministry, and what to expect in future episodes of this podcast.
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