Arguing Over the Scriptures (07/02/26)

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS This week, we’re talking about persecution against Christians. In particular, we want to consider whether persecution leads to the growth of the church. Many Christians believe that it does, which leads some to question the spiritual commitment of others who would prefer to avoid it. But what does the […]

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS This week, we’re talking about how Christians should view the modern state of Israel. Traditionally, many denominations and professed Christians have been staunchly pro-Israel, though there does seem to be a shift taking place, especially among younger generations. But what should our attitude be toward Israel? Should we view […]

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS This week, we’re talking about preaching and entrepreneurship. It may seem like these are unrelated, but they share some similarities. Not only that, but many preachers can go into business for themselves as a way to help support their families while they do the work of preaching. In some […]

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS This week, we’re talking about what it means to love our enemies. This is something Jesus commanded in the Sermon on the Mount, and it is radically different from the attitude that is common in the world. But what does it mean to love our enemies? What does it […]

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS This week, we’re talking about the terrorist attacks from September 11, 2001. Tomorrow is the 25th anniversary of that horrific event. A lot has changed since then. At the same time, many things are still the same, especially in terms of what the Bible teaches about the condition of […]

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS This week, we’re talking about “online ministry.” With the internet becoming ubiquitous in our culture, there are more opportunities to teach the word of God and spread the gospel online. That raises an interesting question. Could that be someone’s “full-time” ministry? We have “full-time” preachers working with local churches, […]

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS This week, we’re talking about whether or not AI can be trusted to help with our spiritual growth. New research shows that among practicing “Christians,” many are embracing the use of AI to help them grow spiritually, with some even trusting AI more than their “pastors.” What does all […]

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS This week, we’re talking about the Sabbath law and whether it is something that Christians should keep today. If not, are there any principles from it that will help us in our service to Christ? We’re going to discuss this in today’s episode. Find the script for this episode […]

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS This week, we’re re-releasing an episode from a few years ago. In it, I was joined by my good friend, Kristofer Gardana, and we discussed preachers and how often they should preach. This was prompted by an article suggesting that “pastors” should preach no more than 40 weeks out […]

Subscribe: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | RSS This week, we’re talking about arguing over the Scriptures. It can be very profitable at times to discuss and debate what the Bible teaches. Then there are other times when these discussions turn into unprofitable arguments. We’re going to talk about some points today that will hopefully help us […]