The determinetruth Podcast

Is the Israeli military really “the most moral army in the world”? In Episode 5 of our series on The Power of Myths: and Israeli Propaganda, David Crump challenges this claim, examining Israel’s conduct since 1947 and asking what it even means for an army to be moral. From the 1948 war to the devastating destruction of Gaza, does Israel’s record support its moral reputation—or expose a powerful propaganda myth? FOLLOW THE DETERMINETRUTH YOUTUBE CHANNEL Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes Want to help us expand the Gospel of the Kingdom? Leave a review, “like” the videos, or share them with others.   CONNECT WITH DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES The Determinetruth YouTube channel is a part of Determinetruth Ministries. We offer free resources to equip pastors, leaders, and the body of Christ in the US and worldwide for service in the kingdom of God. We do not charge for any of our resources You can visit us online at https://www.determinetruth.com   SUPPORT DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES Determinetruth is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and relies entirely on the financial support of our partners around the world. Please consider partnering with us and making a tax-deductible donation https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/3648601  (choose “Rob” in the dropdown box)   Want a FREE CHAPTER from Rob’s latest book? Sign up for email updates from Determinetruth. https://mailchi.mp/fe45461533ed/dt-youtube   Music: “Love is Against the Grain” (Dime Store Prophets) #IsraelPalestine #IsraeliPropaganda #ChristianZionism #Gaza #DavidCrump #Determinetruth

Was Israel’s 1948 victory a miracle from God—or the triumph of a better-trained, better-equipped military? In Episode 4 of our series on The Power of Myths: and Israeli Propaganda, David Crump challenges the popular religious narrative surrounding Israel’s founding war and asks how history, military power, and biblical interpretation shape Christian Zionism. Was it divine intervention—or a story that serves a political agenda? FOLLOW THE DETERMINETRUTH YOUTUBE CHANNEL Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes Want to help us expand the Gospel of the Kingdom? Leave a review, “like” the videos, or share them with others.   CONNECT WITH DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES The Determinetruth YouTube channel is a part of Determinetruth Ministries. We offer free resources to equip pastors, leaders, and the body of Christ in the US and worldwide for service in the kingdom of God. We do not charge for any of our resources You can visit us online at https://www.determinetruth.com   SUPPORT DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES Determinetruth is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and relies entirely on the financial support of our partners around the world. Please consider partnering with us and making a tax-deductible donation https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/3648601  (choose “Rob” in the dropdown box)   Want a FREE CHAPTER from Rob’s latest book? Sign up for email updates from Determinetruth. https://mailchi.mp/fe45461533ed/dt-youtube   Music: “Love is Against the Grain” (Dime Store Prophets) #ChristianZionism #IsraelPalestine #IsraeliPropaganda #1948ArabIsraeliWar #DavidCrump #Determinetruth

Is the Israel-Palestine crisis really rooted in ancient Arab antisemitism? In Part 3 of our 6-part series on Dr. David Crump’s new book The Power of Myth, we challenge this widely repeated claim and examine what history actually tells us about the roots of Jewish-Arab relations, antisemitism, and the modern Israel-Palestine crisis. What happens when powerful historical myths shape how we understand today’s conflict? FOLLOW THE PODCAST Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes (each Monday).  Want to help us expand the Gospel of the Kingdom? Leave a review, “like” the podcast, or share it with others. CONNECT WITH DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES The Determinetruth Podcast is a ministry of Determinetruth Ministries. We offer free resources to equip pastors, leaders, and the body of Christ in the US and worldwide for service in the kingdom of God. You can visit us online at https://www.determinetruth.com SUPPORT DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES Determinetruth is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and relies completely on the financial support of our partners around the world.  Please consider partnering with us and making a tax-deductible donation https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/3648601 Want a FREE CHAPTER from Rob’s latest book? Sign up for email updates from Determinetruth. https://mailchi.mp/5672d33f2b95/dt-podcast Music: “Love is Against the Grain” (Dime Store Prophets) #IsraelPalestine #DavidCrump #ThePowerOfMyth #Antisemitism #ChristianZionism #MiddleEast #Israel #Palestine

What if the biggest problem with Christian Zionism is its understanding of biblical fulfillment? In this episode, we examine the major arguments for a future, literal fulfillment of God’s covenant promises in ethnic Israel—and ask whether the New Testament leaves room for that expectation. If the promises are fulfilled in Jesus and expanded to include the nations, what remains to be fulfilled by ethnic Israel? A provocative look at Jesus, the New Testament, Israel, covenant, and the theology behind Christian Zionism. PODCAST FOLLOW THE PODCAST Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes (each Monday).  Want to help us expand the Gospel of the Kingdom? Leave a review, “like” the podcast, or share it with others. CONNECT WITH DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES The Determinetruth Podcast is a ministry of Determinetruth Ministries. We offer free resources to equip pastors, leaders, and the body of Christ in the US and worldwide for service in the kingdom of God. You can visit us online at https://www.determinetruth.com SUPPORT DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES Determinetruth is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and relies completely on the financial support of our partners around the world.  Please consider partnering with us and making a tax-deductible donation https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/3648601 Want a FREE CHAPTER from Rob’s latest book? Sign up for email updates from Determinetruth. https://mailchi.mp/5672d33f2b95/dt-podcast Music: “Love is Against the Grain” (Dime Store Prophets) #ChristianZionism #Israel #Jesus #NewTestament #Bible #Covenant #Theology #Palestine

What if the “literal” reading of the Bible used to defend Christian Zionism and Dispensationalism isn’t actually as literal as it claims? In Part 2 of our 6-part conversation, David Crump, author of The Power of Myth: Israeli Propaganda and Christian Zionism, exposes the weaknesses and inconsistencies behind this approach to Scripture. We examine how the Bible’s promises to Israel are interpreted—and why the New Testament forces us to rethink what “literal” really means.   FOLLOW THE DETERMINETRUTH YOUTUBE CHANNEL Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes Want to help us expand the Gospel of the Kingdom? Leave a review, “like” the videos, or share them with others.   CONNECT WITH DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES The Determinetruth YouTube channel is a part of Determinetruth Ministries. We offer free resources to equip pastors, leaders, and the body of Christ in the US and worldwide for service in the kingdom of God. We do not charge for any of our resources You can visit us online at https://www.determinetruth.com   SUPPORT DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES Determinetruth is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and relies entirely on the financial support of our partners around the world. Please consider partnering with us and making a tax-deductible donation https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/3648601  (choose “Rob” in the dropdown box)   Want a FREE CHAPTER from Rob’s latest book? Sign up for email updates from Determinetruth. https://mailchi.mp/fe45461533ed/dt-youtube   Music: “Love is Against the Grain” (Dime Store Prophets) #ChristianZionism #Dispensationalism #DavidCrump #ThePowerOfMyth #BiblicalInterpretation #Israel #Zionism #Bible #Theology #Jesus

Does the Bible teach that modern Israel is the fulfillment of God’s promises to Abraham and Israel? In Part 1 of our interview with Dr. David Crump, we explore Chapter 1 of The Power of Myth and trace the story from Abraham through Israel, Jesus, and the New Testament. What does the whole of Scripture actually say about the fulfillment of these promises—and what does this mean for Christian Zionism?   FOLLOW THE DETERMINETRUTH YOUTUBE CHANNEL Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes Want to help us expand the Gospel of the Kingdom? Leave a review, “like” the videos, or share them with others.   CONNECT WITH DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES The Determinetruth YouTube channel is a part of Determinetruth Ministries. We offer free resources to equip pastors, leaders, and the body of Christ in the US and worldwide for service in the kingdom of God. We do not charge for any of our resources You can visit us online at https://www.determinetruth.com   SUPPORT DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES Determinetruth is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and relies entirely on the financial support of our partners around the world. Please consider partnering with us and making a tax-deductible donation https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/3648601  (choose “Rob” in the dropdown box)   Want a FREE CHAPTER from Rob’s latest book? Sign up for email updates from Determinetruth. https://mailchi.mp/fe45461533ed/dt-youtube   Music: “Love is Against the Grain” (Dime Store Prophets)   #ChristianZionism #Israel #Bible #Jesus #Theology #DavidCrump #ThePowerOfMyth #BiblicalProphecy #Christianity

Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com After four years of studying the New Testament together, we've reached the end of a remarkable journey—and a new chapter for the Determine Truth Podcast.   In this special episode, Rob and Vinnie reflect on their four-year overview of the New Testament, sharing what they've learned, how the study has shaped their understanding of Scripture, and what they hope listeners will take away from these conversations.   We also take time to celebrate the people who have made this journey so meaningful. Rob shares a special video featuring messages from several guests who have joined us over the years, including Michael Gorman, Darrell Bock, Gary Burge, Somer Ransom, Dave Shields, Jace Broadhurst, Gene Greene, and Danny Hall.   Vinnie also shares a special video message from NFL MVP and former Oakland Raiders quarterback Rich Gannon!   Finally, Vinnie signs off for the last time as the podcast's regular co-host. While he'll no longer be joining Rob each week, this isn't goodbye. Vinnie will return periodically for future conversations as Determine Truth continues its mission of equipping the Church to be the Church.   To everyone who has listened, watched, shared an episode, asked a question, or joined us along the way: thank you for being part of this journey. Four years. One New Testament. Countless conversations. And a continuing commitment to determining truth together. Subscribe to the Determine Truth Podcast as we continue exploring Scripture, theology, and what it means to faithfully follow Jesus. #DetermineTruth #NewTestament #BibleStudy #ChristianTheology #BiblePodcast   FOLLOW THE PODCAST Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes (each Monday).  Want to help us expand the Gospel of the Kingdom? Leave a review, “like” the podcast, or share it with others. CONNECT WITH DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES The Determinetruth Podcast is a ministry of Determinetruth Ministries. We offer free resources to equip pastors, leaders, and the body of Christ in the US and worldwide for service in the kingdom of God. You can visit us online at https://www.determinetruth.com SUPPORT DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES Determinetruth is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and relies completely on the financial support of our partners around the world.  Please consider partnering with us and making a tax-deductible donation https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/3648601   Want a FREE CHAPTER from Rob’s latest book? Sign up for email updates from Determinetruth. https://mailchi.mp/5672d33f2b95/dt-podcast Music: “Love is Against the Grain” (Dime Store Prophets)

Can Christians Change Their Minds? Faith, Politics & Pursuing Truth   Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com   Episode: Changing Your Mind, Pursuing Truth & Following Jesus     What happens when following Jesus requires you to reconsider something you've believed your entire life? Can Christians change their minds about theology, politics, biblical interpretation, or social issues without abandoning their faith? In this episode of the DetermineTruth Podcast, Rob Dalrymple and Vinnie Angelo introduce a new interview series connected to the Faithful Resistance Community Network, a community of Christian scholars, pastors, and practitioners exploring how their understanding of Scripture and the gospel has shaped—and sometimes changed—their perspectives on the world. To begin the series, Vinnie interviews Rob about his own journey. Raised in a Southern Baptist environment, Rob grew up influenced by dispensationalism, rapture theology, Christian Zionism, and the emerging Religious Right. Over time, studying Scripture, teaching Revelation, engaging biblical scholarship, and traveling to Israel and Palestine challenged some of his earlier assumptions. Vinnie also shares how growing up within conservative Christian culture and consuming political talk radio shaped his early worldview—and how relationships with people outside his familiar community prompted him to reconsider some of those assumptions. Together, they explore what it means to pursue truth with humility, integrity, and a willingness to change.   Vinnie Angelo & Rob Dalrymple   FOLLOW THE PODCAST Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes (each Monday).  Want to help us expand the Gospel of the Kingdom? Leave a review, “like” the podcast, or share it with others. CONNECT WITH DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES The Determinetruth Podcast is a ministry of Determinetruth Ministries. We offer free resources to equip pastors, leaders, and the body of Christ in the US and worldwide for service in the kingdom of God. You can visit us online at https://www.determinetruth.com SUPPORT DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES Determinetruth is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and relies completely on the financial support of our partners around the world.  Please consider partnering with us and making a tax-deductible donation https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/3648601 Want a FREE CHAPTER from Rob’s latest book? Sign up for email updates from Determinetruth. https://mailchi.mp/5672d33f2b95/dt-podcast Music: “Love is Against the Grain” (Dime Store Prophets) 00:00 The Courage to Admit You're Wrong 00:17 Introduction 01:01 Introducing the Faithful Resistance Community Network 03:30 Why Christians Change Their Minds 05:18 A Christian Perspective Beyond Partisanship 06:45 What Core Convictions Shape Our Thinking? 07:10 Rob's Lifelong Pursuit of Truth 09:02 Why Admitting We're Wrong Requires Integrity 09:41 Jesus Christ as the Source of Truth 11:29 Challenging Our Own Beliefs 15:24 The Influences That Shaped Our Early Views 17:12 Dispensationalism, the Rapture & Christian Zionism 20:15 What Caused Rob's Theology to Change? 21:38 Studying Revelation Through Biblical Scholarship 23:39 Revelation, Empire & Political Power 24:31 Visiting Israel and Palestine 25:44 Vinnie's Conservative Christian Background 28:18 Learning from People Who Think Differently 30:47 Where Have Our Views Landed Today? 32:13 Applying the Christian Story to Contemporary Issues 34:11 Power, the Church & Political Allegiance 36:16 Can a Political Party Represent God's Kingdom? 38:54 Advice for Christians Afraid to Reconsider Their Beliefs 39:53 Repentance, Wisdom & Continuing to Grow 41:46 When Political Identity Becomes an Idol 46:34 Responding to Injustice Consistently 47:55 The Danger of "Us vs. Them" 49:02 Loving Our Neighbors and Our Enemies 50:00 Final Thoughts

Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com What does it actually mean to “know” God? In this episode of the DetermineTruth Podcast, Vinnie and Rob explore 1, 2, and 3 John—three fascinating New Testament writings centered on truth, love, obedience, fellowship, and what it means to genuinely know God. We begin with some important background questions. Did the Apostle John actually write 1, 2, and 3 John? Why is 1 John technically anonymous while 2 and 3 John identify their author simply as “the elder”? What was the Johannine community? And what can early Christian writers like Papias, Polycarp, and Ignatius tell us about the world in which these writings emerged? Then we turn to one of the most important themes in 1 John: knowledge. John repeatedly talks about knowing God—but the Greek text reveals something that can be easy to miss in English translations. The letter uses different Greek words for knowledge, including ginōskō and oida, as John connects what Christians know intellectually with what they have experienced and demonstrated through their lives. That leads to a challenging question: Can we really claim to know God if the way we live contradicts what we say we believe? For 1 John, knowing God is not merely possessing correct theological information. Knowing Christ produces a life characterized by obedience, righteousness, love for others, and participation in the life of the Christian community. Vinnie Angelo & Rob Dalrymple FOLLOW THE PODCAST Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes (each Monday).  Want to help us expand the Gospel of the Kingdom? Leave a review, “like” the podcast, or share it with others. CONNECT WITH DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES The Determinetruth Podcast is a ministry of Determinetruth Ministries. We offer free resources to equip pastors, leaders, and the body of Christ in the US and worldwide for service in the kingdom of God. You can visit us online at https://www.determinetruth.com SUPPORT DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES Determinetruth is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and relies completely on the financial support of our partners around the world.  Please consider partnering with us and making a tax-deductible donation https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/3648601 Want a FREE CHAPTER from Rob’s latest book? Sign up for email updates from Determinetruth. https://mailchi.mp/5672d33f2b95/dt-podcast Music: “Love is Against the Grain” (Dime Store Prophets)

Podcast Title:  Jude: Remain in the love of God & have mercy on those who are wavering   Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com The book of Jude is short—but it contains some of the strangest material in the New Testament. Why does Jude talk about rebellious angels? What does Genesis 6 have to do with his argument? Why does Michael the Archangel dispute with the devil over the body of Moses? And perhaps most surprisingly, why does Jude use traditions found in writings like 1 Enoch? In this episode of the Determine Truth Podcast, Rob and Vinnie explore Jude within the world of Second Temple Judaism and examine how ancient Jewish literature can help us understand this often-overlooked New Testament letter. We begin with the identity of Jude himself. Was he actually the brother of Jesus? That question leads us into an unexpected discussion about Jesus’ brothers, the perpetual virginity of Mary, and why Protestants should understand Catholic and Orthodox interpretations before dismissing them. Then we turn to Jude’s primary concern: false teachers who had entered the Christian community, distorted the grace of God, and used their theology to justify immoral behavior. Vinnie Angelo & Rob Dalrymple FOLLOW THE PODCAST Subscribe to be notified of our new episodes (each Monday).  Want to help us expand the Gospel of the Kingdom? Leave a review, “like” the podcast, or share it with others.   CONNECT WITH DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES The Determinetruth Podcast is a ministry of Determinetruth Ministries. We offer free resources to equip pastors, leaders, and the body of Christ in the US and worldwide for service in the kingdom of God. You can visit us online at https://www.determinetruth.com   SUPPORT DETERMINETRUTH MINISTRIES Determinetruth is a non-profit 501(c)(3), and relies completely on the financial support of our partners around the world.  Please consider partnering with us and making a tax-deductible donation https://tithe.ly/give_new/www/#/tithely/give-one-time/3648601   Want a FREE CHAPTER from Rob’s latest book? Sign up for email updates from Determinetruth.   https://mailchi.mp/5672d33f2b95/dt-podcast Music: “Love is Against the Grain” (Dime Store Prophets)