<![CDATA[Christian Concepts]]>Mon, 16 Jan 2023 15:20:43 +0000Captivate.fmBible Gum Mediahttps://artwork.captivate.fm/8f65f720-8032-410e-83e8-259488861f21/j8Eun30qHA9mlmoB1I2uQquW.pngChristian ConceptsBible Gum MediaBible Gum MediaA weekly show with thoughtful discussion about Christianity, its concepts, and misconceptions. Hosted by Tahj, a Christian overthinker, and fan of irony. New episodes are released every Wednesday.https://cc.BibleGum.orgnoepisodicThankful for the Little Things in LifeThankful for the Little Things in LifeThanksgiving-cast!

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]]>0aa9161b-d8a0-4742-9238-9083af825456Wed, 24 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -050004:23nofull27Bible Gum MediaWhat's The Difference Between a Church and a Cult?What's The Difference Between a Church and a Cult?Cult leaders have present themselves as Pastors of a church. Today we will discuss how to differentiate between a cult and a church.

Key Points:

  1. A skeptical man sees little difference between a religion and a cult.
  2. The Sheppard takes care of the sheep. The sheep don’t take care of the Sheppard.
  3. The church belongs to the Lord, not a preacher or charismatic leader.

Additional Reading: Matthew 28:16-20

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]]>Cult leaders have present themselves as Pastors of a church. Today we will discuss how to differentiate between a cult and a church.

Key Points:

  1. A skeptical man sees little difference between a religion and a cult.
  2. The Sheppard takes care of the sheep. The sheep don’t take care of the Sheppard.
  3. The church belongs to the Lord, not a preacher or charismatic leader.

Additional Reading: Matthew 28:16-20

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]]>66d864bc-325f-411b-b9b3-05a227c94f5aWed, 17 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -050020:54nofull26Bible Gum MediaShould Christians See a Psychologist?Should Christians See a Psychologist?When I was 25, I found myself in the midst of a quarter-life crisis. My business failed, my relationship was falling apart and I lost the things I valued most. During the same week, I began Bible Study with a pastor and saw a psychologist. Since then, many Christians have asked if a true believer really needs a psychologist.

Key Points:

  1. There are countless key verses that say we should take all of our cares and problems to the Lord in prayer.
  2. There are many cultural and religious stigmas around therapy. Therapy is viewed as showing weakness or lacking faith.
  3. Christs see specialists for medical and financial advice. Why not seek the advice of a psychologist?

Additional Reading: Matthew 11:25-30

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]]>When I was 25, I found myself in the midst of a quarter-life crisis. My business failed, my relationship was falling apart and I lost the things I valued most. During the same week, I began Bible Study with a pastor and saw a psychologist. Since then, many Christians have asked if a true believer really needs a psychologist.

Key Points:

  1. There are countless key verses that say we should take all of our cares and problems to the Lord in prayer.
  2. There are many cultural and religious stigmas around therapy. Therapy is viewed as showing weakness or lacking faith.
  3. Christs see specialists for medical and financial advice. Why not seek the advice of a psychologist?

Additional Reading: Matthew 11:25-30

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]]>b678f68b-fcb3-42dc-9e33-b199189db5feWed, 10 Nov 2021 23:45:00 -050021:13nofull25Bible Gum MediaIs Life Easy In Christ? Don't Lie To New Christians.Is Life Easy In Christ? Don't Lie To New Christians.Have you ever noticed that the vast majority of people that profess Christs seem to fall away within a few years? I believe the modern church does a horrible job of setting expectations for a new life in Christ.

Key Points:

  1. Telling new Christians they will get their heart's desire sets them up for false expectations. Two Christian opponents may both pray for victory.
  2. Complete faith in a lie does not make it true. Many people believe in false prophecy. God does not bend to their faith.
  3. God never promises we won't have storms. He promises to go through them with us.

Additional Reading: 2 Corinthians 12:6-10

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]]>Have you ever noticed that the vast majority of people that profess Christs seem to fall away within a few years? I believe the modern church does a horrible job of setting expectations for a new life in Christ.

Key Points:

  1. Telling new Christians they will get their heart's desire sets them up for false expectations. Two Christian opponents may both pray for victory.
  2. Complete faith in a lie does not make it true. Many people believe in false prophecy. God does not bend to their faith.
  3. God never promises we won't have storms. He promises to go through them with us.

Additional Reading: 2 Corinthians 12:6-10

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]]>ba17bbd7-5323-424b-b902-993985682e85Thu, 04 Nov 2021 03:00:00 -050018:51nofull24Bible Gum MediaDo Christians Have a Rite of Passage?Do Christians Have a Rite of Passage?Recently I have been doing a lot of self-study to be a more balanced man. In my study, I learned about many cultures having a rite of passage to so symbolize maturity. I wondered if Christians have any rites of passage.

Key Points:

  1. A Rite of passage is a ceremonial event that marks the passage from one state to another
  2. A wedding ceremony symbolizes the end of two separate lives beginning of a new life as one.
  3. Baptism pictures the death of one's old self, burial, and resurrection in Christ.

Additional Reading: Romans 6:1-5

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]]>Recently I have been doing a lot of self-study to be a more balanced man. In my study, I learned about many cultures having a rite of passage to so symbolize maturity. I wondered if Christians have any rites of passage.

Key Points:

  1. A Rite of passage is a ceremonial event that marks the passage from one state to another
  2. A wedding ceremony symbolizes the end of two separate lives beginning of a new life as one.
  3. Baptism pictures the death of one's old self, burial, and resurrection in Christ.

Additional Reading: Romans 6:1-5

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]]>73726f0f-f3e7-4527-bcb4-faa733d1f39cWed, 27 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -050014:34nofull23Bible Gum MediaWhy Do I Need To Forgive My Enemies?Why Do I Need To Forgive My Enemies?The other day I overheard a video of an older man teaching a young man about forgiveness. The sound advice came from a familiar but unlike voice. It was none other than "Iron Mike" Tyson. Today we will examine how his advice lines up with Christian Concepts, drawn from the Bible.

Key Points:

  1. There really is no limit to the number of times Jesus expects us to forgive a person that offends us.
  2. Even while we are God's enemy, He is willing to forgive us and offers reconciliation.
  3. Vengeance belongs to the Lord. We all reap what we sow.

Additional Reading: Romans 5:6-10

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]]>The other day I overheard a video of an older man teaching a young man about forgiveness. The sound advice came from a familiar but unlike voice. It was none other than "Iron Mike" Tyson. Today we will examine how his advice lines up with Christian Concepts, drawn from the Bible.

Key Points:

  1. There really is no limit to the number of times Jesus expects us to forgive a person that offends us.
  2. Even while we are God's enemy, He is willing to forgive us and offers reconciliation.
  3. Vengeance belongs to the Lord. We all reap what we sow.

Additional Reading: Romans 5:6-10

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]]>3f5e4add-6003-466b-b5fe-5ec8f54ad219Wed, 13 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -050015:31nofull22Bible Gum MediaDoes God Really Need My Money? (Tithes & Offering)Does God Really Need My Money? (Tithes & Offering)In high school, I learned about the excesses of medieval churches. It was music to my ears because the church I attended was very materialistic and wasteful. I told my mother I no longer wanted to give money to the church. I learned some valuable lessons.

Key Points:

  1. God requires us to give, not the church. He doesn't need our money but giving is a blessing.
  2. The leaders of the church will have to give an account to God for their stewardship of the offerings. The bad shepherds are not an excuse to stop giving.
  3. We are willing to trust God with our souls, so trusting him with our finances should be easy.

Additional Reading: Malachi 3:8-10

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]]>In high school, I learned about the excesses of medieval churches. It was music to my ears because the church I attended was very materialistic and wasteful. I told my mother I no longer wanted to give money to the church. I learned some valuable lessons.

Key Points:

  1. God requires us to give, not the church. He doesn't need our money but giving is a blessing.
  2. The leaders of the church will have to give an account to God for their stewardship of the offerings. The bad shepherds are not an excuse to stop giving.
  3. We are willing to trust God with our souls, so trusting him with our finances should be easy.

Additional Reading: Malachi 3:8-10

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]]>8df89434-7074-49aa-bad7-aac2a668a1faWed, 06 Oct 2021 03:00:00 -050014:49nofull21Bible Gum MediaWhat's Most Important in Life?What's Most Important in Life?I am almost 35 and have been reflecting on life. What is most important? It is possible that I am halfway through life. How can I best use my time left to serve God and others? This is a question that we can and should ask ourselves. I have been reflecting on all of this lately and I want to share my thoughts with you.

Key Points:

  1. There are no Uhaul (moving/cargo) trucks behind a hearse.
  2. We were created by God and for Him. In other words, we bring him pleasure.
  3. Seeking God should always be our priority. The rest will fall into place after.

Additional Reading: Colossians 1

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]]>I am almost 35 and have been reflecting on life. What is most important? It is possible that I am halfway through life. How can I best use my time left to serve God and others? This is a question that we can and should ask ourselves. I have been reflecting on all of this lately and I want to share my thoughts with you.

Key Points:

  1. There are no Uhaul (moving/cargo) trucks behind a hearse.
  2. We were created by God and for Him. In other words, we bring him pleasure.
  3. Seeking God should always be our priority. The rest will fall into place after.

Additional Reading: Colossians 1

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]]>16b9a1ae-b0de-4f03-94b8-a654aeef0bcfWed, 29 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -050013:10nofull20Bible Gum MediaDoes it Matter if Creation & The Old Testament is Literal?Does it Matter if Creation & The Old Testament is Literal?Genesis and the Creation account are often presented as allegories or parables. Some churches even believe Genesis only reflects man’s knowledge during the Bronze age. Today we are going to discuss why those beliefs are in direct conflict with Christian Concepts.

Key Points:

  1. The foundation and core beliefs of Christianity are established in the book of Genesis.
  2. The Gospel is dependent on the Old Testament. God sets the stage for Jesus dying on the cross in Genesis 3:15.
  3. Jesus and the Apostles directly quote the Old Testament and Creation as Jesus did in Matthew 19:1-6.

Additional Reading: Genesis Dos Matter (unaffiliated Creation Resource)

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]]>Genesis and the Creation account are often presented as allegories or parables. Some churches even believe Genesis only reflects man’s knowledge during the Bronze age. Today we are going to discuss why those beliefs are in direct conflict with Christian Concepts.

Key Points:

  1. The foundation and core beliefs of Christianity are established in the book of Genesis.
  2. The Gospel is dependent on the Old Testament. God sets the stage for Jesus dying on the cross in Genesis 3:15.
  3. Jesus and the Apostles directly quote the Old Testament and Creation as Jesus did in Matthew 19:1-6.

Additional Reading: Genesis Dos Matter (unaffiliated Creation Resource)

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]]>d9ff7e97-800f-417e-af5f-104cdd26ced2Wed, 15 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -050010:12nofull19Bible Gum MediaIs God More Loving in the New Testament and Less Angry?Is God More Loving in the New Testament and Less Angry?I often hear people say God is loving and kind in the New Testament, but he was a brutal disciplinarian in Old Testament.  Today we are going to discuss weather that is true or just another misconception.

Key Points:

  1. Negative experiences tend to be more memorable than positive one. Therefore it is easy to overlook the good and focus on traumatic events.
  2. We can read Genesis 1 - 7 in one sitting. However, Noah's flood occured 1656 years after Genesis 1. A lot of time passed before judgment.
  3. The New Testament is about a third of the Bible, but only documents less than 100 years. The Old Testament documents over 4,000 years of events.

Additional Reading: Matthew 1:17, Genesis 5

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]]>I often hear people say God is loving and kind in the New Testament, but he was a brutal disciplinarian in Old Testament.  Today we are going to discuss weather that is true or just another misconception.

Key Points:

  1. Negative experiences tend to be more memorable than positive one. Therefore it is easy to overlook the good and focus on traumatic events.
  2. We can read Genesis 1 - 7 in one sitting. However, Noah's flood occured 1656 years after Genesis 1. A lot of time passed before judgment.
  3. The New Testament is about a third of the Bible, but only documents less than 100 years. The Old Testament documents over 4,000 years of events.

Additional Reading: Matthew 1:17, Genesis 5

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]]>eb44815d-492f-4558-96db-02fd9e5eb279Wed, 08 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -050012:18nofull18Bible Gum MediaIs Fate and Destiny Biblical?Is Fate and Destiny Biblical?People often say, "If it is meant to be, then it will be". Is that Biblical? Today we will discuss the role of fate, choices and consequences are seen in the Bible.

Key Points:

  1. God's foreknowledge of our future does not negate or diminish our ability to make choices.
  2. God may pre-determine the consequence of a choice, however, the Bible's "if...then" statements presents our ability to make choices.
  3. We are not robots on auto-pilot or victims to fate. The Bible clearly teaches that we have freewill however, it will never overpower God’s will.

Additional Reading: II Chronicles 7: 14, II Peter 3:9, Romans 10:9-17

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]]>People often say, "If it is meant to be, then it will be". Is that Biblical? Today we will discuss the role of fate, choices and consequences are seen in the Bible.

Key Points:

  1. God's foreknowledge of our future does not negate or diminish our ability to make choices.
  2. God may pre-determine the consequence of a choice, however, the Bible's "if...then" statements presents our ability to make choices.
  3. We are not robots on auto-pilot or victims to fate. The Bible clearly teaches that we have freewill however, it will never overpower God’s will.

Additional Reading: II Chronicles 7: 14, II Peter 3:9, Romans 10:9-17

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]]>652ea1ac-edbd-487f-b5b4-530b8fbaa9b2Wed, 01 Sep 2021 03:00:00 -050016:50nofull17Bible Gum MediaWhy Are Christians Against Pride?Why Are Christians Against Pride?Pride has many modern sentiments attached to it such as parades, having pride in our work, taking great pride as a parent, and so on. However, the Bible is fully against pride. Why?

Key Points:

  1. Pride was the first sin committed in the Bible, even before the fall of Adam and Eve in Garden of Eden.
  2. Pride causes us to break the two "Great Commandments". We won't love God or others as much as we should if we love ourself too much.
  3. Pride is the most natural and subtle sin of all. Even animals in the wild think of themselves first.

We should be diligent with task and take caretakers or our talents but we should not be filled with pride

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]]>Pride has many modern sentiments attached to it such as parades, having pride in our work, taking great pride as a parent, and so on. However, the Bible is fully against pride. Why?

Key Points:

  1. Pride was the first sin committed in the Bible, even before the fall of Adam and Eve in Garden of Eden.
  2. Pride causes us to break the two "Great Commandments". We won't love God or others as much as we should if we love ourself too much.
  3. Pride is the most natural and subtle sin of all. Even animals in the wild think of themselves first.

We should be diligent with task and take caretakers or our talents but we should not be filled with pride

Additional Reading: Isaiah 14:12-19

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]]>d5bd83d3-e802-4bbe-b4bb-ab78cad350e8Wed, 25 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -050012:39nofull16Bible Gum MediaWhy Do Christians Love Conspiracies?Why Do Christians Love Conspiracies?Have you ever wondered why so many Christians are conspiracy theorists? We range from the doubtful Thomases that are skeptical about headlines to wearing tin foil hats and building Zombie proof bunkers.

Key Points:

  1. The Bible was delivered though prophecy.
  2. Prophecy legitimizes the prophet and proves God true.
  3. All eyes have been on Israel since 1948 because it is central to upcoming Bible prophecies.

Additional Reading: Daniel 8:5-8,Daniel 8:21-22

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]]>Have you ever wondered why so many Christians are conspiracy theorists? We range from the doubtful Thomases that are skeptical about headlines to wearing tin foil hats and building Zombie proof bunkers.

Key Points:

  1. The Bible was delivered though prophecy.
  2. Prophecy legitimizes the prophet and proves God true.
  3. All eyes have been on Israel since 1948 because it is central to upcoming Bible prophecies.

Additional Reading: Daniel 8:5-8,Daniel 8:21-22

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]]>3399425e-b852-4f17-a07f-7b0c46d8f096Wed, 18 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -050019:02nofull15Bible Gum MediaWhy Are There So Many Denominations? (Flavors of Church)Why Are There So Many Denominations? (Flavors of Church)The Bible and Jesus boldly claim there is only ONE truth. However, there are many denominations, all claiming to be right. How did that happen?

Key Points:

  1. Through history Christ was mixed with the local culture and many religions in order to appeal to people, rather than teaching directly from the Bible.
  2. Belief in a new revelation though a modern prophet or messenger causes doctrinal differences and divisions in churches.
  3. In the name of inclusivity, the message is often watered down and adapted to fit modern sentiments. Additional Reading:

Additional Reading: Galatians 1

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]]>The Bible and Jesus boldly claim there is only ONE truth. However, there are many denominations, all claiming to be right. How did that happen?

Key Points:

  1. Through history Christ was mixed with the local culture and many religions in order to appeal to people, rather than teaching directly from the Bible.
  2. Belief in a new revelation though a modern prophet or messenger causes doctrinal differences and divisions in churches.
  3. In the name of inclusivity, the message is often watered down and adapted to fit modern sentiments. Additional Reading:

Additional Reading: Galatians 1

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]]>51b66a7d-56a1-489f-9c6c-501504baaaf9Wed, 11 Aug 2021 03:00:00 -050021:23nofull14Bible Gum MediaShould You Be Baptized? Why?Should You Be Baptized? Why?The Bible says Jesus saves. So why do Christians get baptized? I became a Christian in January 2011, then I was baptized four months later. That statement may be confusing to some people. How is that possible? Let's see what the Bible says about that.

Key Points:

  1. Faith in Jesus saves us from our sins. Baptism is for a good conscience toward God - I Peter 3:21
  2. Baptism symbolizes the death and burial of a sinner, then the resurrection as a new creature in Christ
  3. Biblical baptism involves a person being fully submerged in water after he or she hears the gospel, then puts their faith in Jesus.

Additional Reading: Acts 8:24-40

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]]>The Bible says Jesus saves. So why do Christians get baptized? I became a Christian in January 2011, then I was baptized four months later. That statement may be confusing to some people. How is that possible? Let's see what the Bible says about that.

Key Points:

  1. Faith in Jesus saves us from our sins. Baptism is for a good conscience toward God - I Peter 3:21
  2. Baptism symbolizes the death and burial of a sinner, then the resurrection as a new creature in Christ
  3. Biblical baptism involves a person being fully submerged in water after he or she hears the gospel, then puts their faith in Jesus.

Additional Reading: Acts 8:24-40

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]]>977dcfe2-e2cb-4987-be0f-dbc6adbf50f3Wed, 28 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -050013:46nofull13Bible Gum MediaWhy Christians Always Share Their FaithWhy Christians Always Share Their FaithSpeaking about politics, religion, and sports (in some regions) causes many conflicts. So why do Christians always want to talk about Jesus and the Bible? Let's dive into some of the main reasons. Some reasons may surprise you.

Key Points:

  1. Some churches teach it is a requirement to get to heaven. Therefore, those members are doing it to get a reward.
  2. We SHOULD do it because we love the Lord and just want to share Him with everyone.
  3. Most Christians do it because we love people. We simply want everyone to claim the free gift that was already given to us.

Additional Reading: Matthew 6 (one's intentions)

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]]>Speaking about politics, religion, and sports (in some regions) causes many conflicts. So why do Christians always want to talk about Jesus and the Bible? Let's dive into some of the main reasons. Some reasons may surprise you.

Key Points:

  1. Some churches teach it is a requirement to get to heaven. Therefore, those members are doing it to get a reward.
  2. We SHOULD do it because we love the Lord and just want to share Him with everyone.
  3. Most Christians do it because we love people. We simply want everyone to claim the free gift that was already given to us.

Additional Reading: Matthew 6 (one's intentions)

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]]>10c71b04-04fd-4b85-a192-1f0f8079ef97Wed, 21 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -050012:18nofull12Bible Gum MediaJesus Saves! From What?Jesus Saves! From What?Today we are going to discuss what Jesus actually saves us from.

  1. Jesus came to save us from sin, not going to hell is just a byproduct but not the focus. - Matthew 1:21
  2. Hell is not designed for people. It is designed for the devil and his angels - Matthew 25:41
  3. God does not want anyone past, present, or future to go to hell. We all have the option to follow sin to hell or follow Jesus to heaven. - II Peter 3:9

Additional Reading: God does not want anyone to perish with sin - II Peter 3

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]]>Today we are going to discuss what Jesus actually saves us from.

  1. Jesus came to save us from sin, not going to hell is just a byproduct but not the focus. - Matthew 1:21
  2. Hell is not designed for people. It is designed for the devil and his angels - Matthew 25:41
  3. God does not want anyone past, present, or future to go to hell. We all have the option to follow sin to hell or follow Jesus to heaven. - II Peter 3:9

Additional Reading: God does not want anyone to perish with sin - II Peter 3

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]]>726a8a91-73a3-46bd-8df4-7c1abe3d4b34Wed, 14 Jul 2021 03:00:00 -050021:29nofull11Bible Gum MediaIs Church a Requirement for Heaven?Is Church a Requirement for Heaven?The Bible teaches we go to heaven by putting our faith in Jesus. However, it is often said you need to go to church to be saved. "Church" is important BUT not required for salvation. Today we clear up the confusion.

Key Points:

  1. Jesus spent 3.5 years building a church before He was crucified, therefore it must be important.
  2. God's children should WAN TO join a local church, even though it is not required to be saved.
  3. In God's economy 1 Christian + 1 Christian = the effectiveness of 11, not 2.

Additional Reading: the church prays for Peter while he is in jail (Acts 12)

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]]>The Bible teaches we go to heaven by putting our faith in Jesus. However, it is often said you need to go to church to be saved. "Church" is important BUT not required for salvation. Today we clear up the confusion.

Key Points:

  1. Jesus spent 3.5 years building a church before He was crucified, therefore it must be important.
  2. God's children should WAN TO join a local church, even though it is not required to be saved.
  3. In God's economy 1 Christian + 1 Christian = the effectiveness of 11, not 2.

Additional Reading: the church prays for Peter while he is in jail (Acts 12)

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]]>29fe3695-da66-4f9a-bf47-2fa5efc4d164Wed, 07 Jul 2021 01:00:00 -050022:08nofull10Bible Gum MediaThe Chosen Season 2:6 ReactionThe Chosen Season 2:6 ReactionThe Chosen Season 2, Episode 6 was great. Please note I accidentally say episode 7 during the recording. However, this is a reaction to S2E6.

Timestamps:

[1:13] - David eats the shewbread

[2:12] - Mary of Magdala runs off (backslides)

[3:58] - Mother Mary speaks wisdom

[5:12] - The food is running out

[6:25] - Jesus polishes the roughest of a believer

[7:48] - Shmuel is very much like Saul (Paul) in the Book of Acts

[9:10] - Mary of Magala returns to Jesus' side

[13:24] - Healing and eating on the Sabbath (Matthew 12)

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]]>The Chosen Season 2, Episode 6 was great. Please note I accidentally say episode 7 during the recording. However, this is a reaction to S2E6.

Timestamps:

[1:13] - David eats the shewbread

[2:12] - Mary of Magdala runs off (backslides)

[3:58] - Mother Mary speaks wisdom

[5:12] - The food is running out

[6:25] - Jesus polishes the roughest of a believer

[7:48] - Shmuel is very much like Saul (Paul) in the Book of Acts

[9:10] - Mary of Magala returns to Jesus' side

[13:24] - Healing and eating on the Sabbath (Matthew 12)

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]]>bf56f86b-2da3-4879-95de-729978a42b50Mon, 05 Jul 2021 17:00:00 -050018:12nobonusBible Gum MediaWhat is Repentance? How is it Related to Faith?What is Repentance? How is it Related to Faith?Repent is one of the most important yet misunderstood words in the Bible. There is a lot of debate about what it means and how it relates to salvation.

Key Points:

  1. Only relying on Google definitions will cause conflicts when reading the Bible.
  2. True faith produces repentance. It is not "work" that we choose to do.
  3. When you see yourself as God sees you, it can't be unseen and it produces change.

Additional Reading:

Etymology of "pent"

Romans 2:4

II Peter 3:9

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]]>Repent is one of the most important yet misunderstood words in the Bible. There is a lot of debate about what it means and how it relates to salvation.

Key Points:

  1. Only relying on Google definitions will cause conflicts when reading the Bible.
  2. True faith produces repentance. It is not "work" that we choose to do.
  3. When you see yourself as God sees you, it can't be unseen and it produces change.

Additional Reading:

Etymology of "pent"

Romans 2:4

II Peter 3:9

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]]>51d9f329-cdfe-4cdc-83c4-de42eafdee76Wed, 30 Jun 2021 01:00:00 -050023:44nofull9Bible Gum MediaWhat is a Born Again Christian?What is a Born Again Christian?We dive in to John 3 to understand what Born-Again means. Jesus tells Nicodemus he MUST be born again. Also, he reveals how one can be born again.

Key Points:

  1. Jesus says you must be born again to enter the Kingdom of God.
  2. Water baptism and speaking in tongues are NOT mentioned in John 3.
  3. It is the Spirt of God that allows us to understand scripture, have faith and be born again.

Additional Reading:

John 3

Numbers 21

I Corinthians 12

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]]>We dive in to John 3 to understand what Born-Again means. Jesus tells Nicodemus he MUST be born again. Also, he reveals how one can be born again.

Key Points:

  1. Jesus says you must be born again to enter the Kingdom of God.
  2. Water baptism and speaking in tongues are NOT mentioned in John 3.
  3. It is the Spirt of God that allows us to understand scripture, have faith and be born again.

Additional Reading:

John 3

Numbers 21

I Corinthians 12

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]]>ef719c61-d646-4946-b004-27acf9d9b1ffWed, 23 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -050026:25nofull8Bible Gum MediaHeaven, According to the BibleHeaven, According to the BibleIn this episode, we dive into heaven and some common misconceptions. We compare pop culture heaven to Biblical heaven and discuss how to get there.

Key Points:

  1. People do not become flying babies in the clouds. Humans and angels are separate beings.
  2. The "third heaven" is not a physical place. The first 2 are.
  3. Heaven is available to ALL through faith in Jesus Christ.

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]]>In this episode, we dive into heaven and some common misconceptions. We compare pop culture heaven to Biblical heaven and discuss how to get there.

Key Points:

  1. People do not become flying babies in the clouds. Humans and angels are separate beings.
  2. The "third heaven" is not a physical place. The first 2 are.
  3. Heaven is available to ALL through faith in Jesus Christ.

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]]>1831a586-df6a-462d-9edc-aa97eb27cc52Wed, 16 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -050018:34nofull7Bible Gum MediaChallenging Popular Arguments Against the BibleChallenging Popular Arguments Against the BibleLet's dive into four common arguments against the Bible. The Christian's job is to present the word, not beating anyone into "faith". After all, no one can be tricked or forced to believe anything.

Key Points:

  1. Anything that is not observed, tested and repeatable is based upon faith
  2. It is harder for God to create everything from nothing than it is for Him to let us know what he is like through a book.
  3. Radiometric dating and Darwinian Evolution are both problematic and are questioned by non-Christian scientists

Additional Reading: Darwin's Doubt: The Explosive Origin of Animal Life and the Case for Intelligent Design by Stephen C. Meyer (Amazon/Audible)

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]]>Let's dive into four common arguments against the Bible. The Christian's job is to present the word, not beating anyone into "faith". After all, no one can be tricked or forced to believe anything.

Key Points:

  1. Anything that is not observed, tested and repeatable is based upon faith
  2. It is harder for God to create everything from nothing than it is for Him to let us know what he is like through a book.
  3. Radiometric dating and Darwinian Evolution are both problematic and are questioned by non-Christian scientists

Additional Reading: Darwin's Doubt: The Explosive Origin of Animal Life and the Case for Intelligent Design by Stephen C. Meyer (Amazon/Audible)

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]]>6b0fd91b-779d-4cea-80db-141b538331f7Wed, 09 Jun 2021 02:00:00 -050033:57nofull6Bible Gum MediaDoes the Bible Say Jesus is God?Does the Bible Say Jesus is God?The divinity of Jesus is one of the most "controversial" topics within Christian circles. Today we are going to dive into the Bible and see exactly what it teaches about this foundational subject.

Key Points:

  1. There are 2 interpretations of the Bible stating the Father and Son are one.
  2. The Father, Son and Holy Spirit are like water (H20) taking 3 distinct forms.
  3. Either the Bible contradicts itself or the Father and Son are literally one.

Additional Reading: Genesis 1, John 1, Colossians 1

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]]>The divinity of Jesus is one of the most "controversial" topics within Christian circles. Today we are going to dive into the Bible and see exactly what it teaches about this foundational subject.

Key Points:

  1. There are 2 interpretations of the Bible stating the Father and Son are one.
  2. The Father, Son and Holy Spirit are like water (H20) taking 3 distinct forms.
  3. Either the Bible contradicts itself or the Father and Son are literally one.

Additional Reading: Genesis 1, John 1, Colossians 1

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]]>57f48986-38cf-4893-b414-8feb5318a3b4Wed, 02 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -050026:39nofull5Bible Gum MediaThe Chosen Season 2:5 ReactionThe Chosen Season 2:5 ReactionThe Chosen (Season 2, Episode 5) live stream took place on Monday night. The eleventh disciple is added. Simon the Zealot (the other Simon) is chosen.

Timestamps:

[2:00] - My expectations after Episode 4.

[3:43] - The second Simon

[5:40] - The devils are cast out of the possessed man

[7:40] - Jesus' cousin John the Baptist

[11:06] - John the Baptist doesn't pull punches in his sermons

[12:46] - Jesus' emotions

[15:24] - The humanity of Jesus

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]]>The Chosen (Season 2, Episode 5) live stream took place on Monday night. The eleventh disciple is added. Simon the Zealot (the other Simon) is chosen.

Timestamps:

[2:00] - My expectations after Episode 4.

[3:43] - The second Simon

[5:40] - The devils are cast out of the possessed man

[7:40] - Jesus' cousin John the Baptist

[11:06] - John the Baptist doesn't pull punches in his sermons

[12:46] - Jesus' emotions

[15:24] - The humanity of Jesus

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]]>5b0723be-2ee7-4c58-9e93-3a8b2c62ac3dThu, 27 May 2021 05:00:00 -050019:00nobonusBible Gum MediaWhat is a Christian?What is a Christian?Let's define what it is to be a Christian. There is a lot of misconception about the word. The word is first mentioned in the book of Acts. After Jesus is crucified, believers were persecuted in Jerusalem and scattered abroad. The term "Christian" was firs used to describe the believers in Antioch.

Key Points:

  1. The first believers did no call themselves Christians. It was a label given to them by others.
  2. According to the Bible, no one is born a Christian.
  3. In the Biblical context, a Christian is not just a believer, follower of Jesus, or a child of God. A Christian is a reflection of Jesus and lives a life that reminds others of Christ.

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]]>Let's define what it is to be a Christian. There is a lot of misconception about the word. The word is first mentioned in the book of Acts. After Jesus is crucified, believers were persecuted in Jerusalem and scattered abroad. The term "Christian" was firs used to describe the believers in Antioch.

Key Points:

  1. The first believers did no call themselves Christians. It was a label given to them by others.
  2. According to the Bible, no one is born a Christian.
  3. In the Biblical context, a Christian is not just a believer, follower of Jesus, or a child of God. A Christian is a reflection of Jesus and lives a life that reminds others of Christ.

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]]>fa055e9d-78a5-42eb-85bb-6bfdbff0801fWed, 26 May 2021 05:00:00 -050012:53nofull4Bible Gum MediaJesus of the Bible vs Popular JesusJesus of the Bible vs Popular JesusIn this episode, we lay the foundation. Who is the Christian Jesus? What was he like? What is our main source of information about Him?

Key Takeaways:

  1. The Bible warns against "another" Jesus
  2. The Christian Jesus is based on the Bible (scriptures)
  3. There are many popular versions of Jesus that are un-biblical

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]]>In this episode, we lay the foundation. Who is the Christian Jesus? What was he like? What is our main source of information about Him?

Key Takeaways:

  1. The Bible warns against "another" Jesus
  2. The Christian Jesus is based on the Bible (scriptures)
  3. There are many popular versions of Jesus that are un-biblical

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]]>56635eaa-219d-449f-b3a5-e8c9f7feb275Wed, 19 May 2021 05:00:00 -050024:23nofull3Bible Gum MediaThe Chosen Season 2:4 ReactionThe Chosen Season 2:4 ReactionThe Chosen (Season 2, Episode 4) live stream took place last night. I think this will be one of the most polarizing (love-hate) episodes to date. The episode was based on John 5. I have included timestamps below:

Timestamps:

[2:48] - Review starts

[9:28] - The Dark Side

[11:57] - The Main Point of the Episode

[13:40] - Bible vs Show

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]]>The Chosen (Season 2, Episode 4) live stream took place last night. I think this will be one of the most polarizing (love-hate) episodes to date. The episode was based on John 5. I have included timestamps below:

Timestamps:

[2:48] - Review starts

[9:28] - The Dark Side

[11:57] - The Main Point of the Episode

[13:40] - Bible vs Show

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]]>9c31bd70-86b2-43d7-8b06-d43b39b31a23Wed, 12 May 2021 23:30:00 -050021:54nobonusBible Gum MediaThe Bible & Circular ReasoningThe Bible & Circular ReasoningThe Bible is the subject of virtually every debate about Christianity. No one cares if you say you are a Christian...unless you actually believe the Bible.

Key Points

  1. Saying "the Bible says so" sounds like circular reasoning unless it is fully explained.
  2. Inspired by God means a lot more than "godly principles".
  3. The Bible challenges itself in an "all or nothing" claim.

*Note: Although this is supposed to be a LIVE show with virtually no editing, it seems like a military base was built outside just before recording. Many...MANY takes & cuts had to be made due to engine noises ruining the audio.

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]]>The Bible is the subject of virtually every debate about Christianity. No one cares if you say you are a Christian...unless you actually believe the Bible.

Key Points

  1. Saying "the Bible says so" sounds like circular reasoning unless it is fully explained.
  2. Inspired by God means a lot more than "godly principles".
  3. The Bible challenges itself in an "all or nothing" claim.

*Note: Although this is supposed to be a LIVE show with virtually no editing, it seems like a military base was built outside just before recording. Many...MANY takes & cuts had to be made due to engine noises ruining the audio.

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]]>7415c324-2c65-4f4c-9206-954d5fd92659Wed, 12 May 2021 05:00:00 -050030:43nofull2BibleGum.orgWhy I Started this ShowWhy I Started this ShowIn the first episode of Christian Concepts, Tahj introduces himself. It's like a Christian origin story (comic book reference). This episode is a little more personal than planned. This episode helps to establish the purpose of the show and the goal of the content. going forward

Key Points

  1. Tahj is a Christian by choice, not default
  2. Tahj examines his faith like a corporate lawyer searching for loopholes
  3. This show is not a debate or some kind of Jedi mind trick. Ultimately, what you believe is between YOU and GOD. Discussions and opposing views are welcomed.

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]]>In the first episode of Christian Concepts, Tahj introduces himself. It's like a Christian origin story (comic book reference). This episode is a little more personal than planned. This episode helps to establish the purpose of the show and the goal of the content. going forward

Key Points

  1. Tahj is a Christian by choice, not default
  2. Tahj examines his faith like a corporate lawyer searching for loopholes
  3. This show is not a debate or some kind of Jedi mind trick. Ultimately, what you believe is between YOU and GOD. Discussions and opposing views are welcomed.

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]]>de95b5a7-acee-4827-bf99-16d83bdfab4fWed, 05 May 2021 05:00:00 -050033:21nofull1Bible Gum MediaChristian Concepts TrailerChristian Concepts TrailerA weekly show with thoughtful discussion about Christianity, its concepts, and misconceptions. Hosted by Tahj, a Christian overthinker, and fan of irony. New episodes are released every Wednesday.

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]]>A weekly show with thoughtful discussion about Christianity, its concepts, and misconceptions. Hosted by Tahj, a Christian overthinker, and fan of irony. New episodes are released every Wednesday.

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]]>25289744-bef6-43b9-8e6c-b95c38718347Mon, 03 May 2021 05:00:00 -050001:10notrailerBible Gum Media