<![CDATA[Waukesha church of Christ classes]]>0059272a-858b-597b-8e8e-b547c421b3e1Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:20:41 +0000Captivate.fmWaukesha church of Christhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/a1d55928-b0c5-418f-bae1-330edadd472e/h1QNyuXKJ8WSRPuvtxo7Hm6O.pngWaukesha church of Christ classesWaukesha church of ChristWaukesha church of Christclasses from sunday adult class. each topic is a different season. These are guided discussions, so some classes have short periods of inaudible comments.https://waukesha-church-of-chri.captivate.fmfalseepisodicnopodcast#16 - The Contest: Job#16 - The Contest: JobAs Satan begins to doubt his identification of a potential threat, God introduces him to man of integrity and influence in a different region, distracting him from the main theater of the contest.

]]>As Satan begins to doubt his identification of a potential threat, God introduces him to man of integrity and influence in a different region, distracting him from the main theater of the contest.

]]>ed7aa0bf-3b38-469c-8f24-ac196831474dSun, 19 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -040040:45falsefull816168#15 - The Contest: Joseph and Pharaoh#15 - The Contest: Joseph and PharaohJoseph's rise to power was inevitable, but as it happens, Satan must wonder if his interpretation of Joseph's significance is correct.

]]>Joseph's rise to power was inevitable, but as it happens, Satan must wonder if his interpretation of Joseph's significance is correct.

]]>978698e6-eb55-4da1-81aa-6283223e11d4Sun, 12 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -040038:56falsefull815158#14 - The Contest: Joseph the Prisoner#14 - The Contest: Joseph the PrisonerAs Satan sees Joseph gain success, he uses a lie to remove Joseph to a location where he can't succeed, which just happens to be the one place God needs him to be in order for him to fulfill his plan.

]]>As Satan sees Joseph gain success, he uses a lie to remove Joseph to a location where he can't succeed, which just happens to be the one place God needs him to be in order for him to fulfill his plan.

]]>76af19e9-dc43-4496-94eb-e152ee5715f8Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -040038:36falsefull814148#13 - The Contest: Joseph the slave#13 - The Contest: Joseph the slaveSatan removes Joseph from his family and homeland to a life of futility as a slave, not realizing that He has assisted God in moving him nearer his destiny, and arranging for Joseph to develop skills he will need.

]]>Satan removes Joseph from his family and homeland to a life of futility as a slave, not realizing that He has assisted God in moving him nearer his destiny, and arranging for Joseph to develop skills he will need.

]]>9e0fdd1c-8897-420e-8269-06f878aca790Sun, 29 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -040038:31falsefull813138#12 - The Contest: Jacob and Joseph#12 - The Contest: Jacob and JosephSatan takes time to eliminate what he sees as rightful heirs to Jacob's legacy, a new unlikely figure emerges as the hero of the story.

]]>Satan takes time to eliminate what he sees as rightful heirs to Jacob's legacy, a new unlikely figure emerges as the hero of the story.

]]>a09557c0-b6bb-46ec-99db-817398c15728Sun, 22 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -040037:55falsefull812128# 11 - The Contest: Jacob and Laban# 11 - The Contest: Jacob and LabanPerceiving God's hand on Jacob's life, Satan compels him toward frustration and futility, but ends up aiding in the strengthening and development of Jacob's character.

]]>Perceiving God's hand on Jacob's life, Satan compels him toward frustration and futility, but ends up aiding in the strengthening and development of Jacob's character.

]]>89a046ca-b82d-4184-a98e-c9e3918c905dSun, 15 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -040044:49falsefull811118#10 - The Contest: Jacob or Esau#10 - The Contest: Jacob or EsauIsaac, like Satan, seems preoccupied with 'the firstborn'. God does not need deception to work his will, so there are consequences for using these methods even for good intentions.

]]>Isaac, like Satan, seems preoccupied with 'the firstborn'. God does not need deception to work his will, so there are consequences for using these methods even for good intentions.

]]>1d08b9c6-c87b-4677-85fa-4af36ed4e953Sun, 08 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -040050:52falsefull810108#9 - The Contest: Ishmael or Isaac#9 - The Contest: Ishmael or Isaacwho could predict a miraculous birth? Not even Satan, as he seems to react to Ishmael's claim to inheritance.

]]>who could predict a miraculous birth? Not even Satan, as he seems to react to Ishmael's claim to inheritance.

]]>97167a9e-7a17-4a0b-a06e-347ce9421fc7Sun, 01 Mar 2026 09:00:00 -040038:25falsefull8998#8 - The Contest: Abram and Lot#8 - The Contest: Abram and LotGod finally begins to clearly select men for his purpose. This doesn't Satan clarity, for attempting to disadvantage Abram, he removes him from the corrupting presence of Sodom.

]]>God finally begins to clearly select men for his purpose. This doesn't Satan clarity, for attempting to disadvantage Abram, he removes him from the corrupting presence of Sodom.

]]>f6e2294a-77ce-4dbe-b28d-e632210a23beSun, 22 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -040041:40falsefull8888#7 - The Contest: The Information Gap#7 - The Contest: The Information GapSatan typically loves division, but God uses it to inhibit the descent into moral chaos. This may serve as instruction into why the world seems to be in rapid decline in modern times.

]]>Satan typically loves division, but God uses it to inhibit the descent into moral chaos. This may serve as instruction into why the world seems to be in rapid decline in modern times.

]]>309d45b4-d2ce-4ea1-94d2-bbeca63cedfdSun, 15 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -040039:34falsefull8778#6 - The Contest: Post Flood Decline#6 - The Contest: Post Flood DeclineGenetics help play a role in the rapid return of sin following the flood, and it may also explain why God gave out such harsh sentences later during the conquest of Canaan.

]]>Genetics help play a role in the rapid return of sin following the flood, and it may also explain why God gave out such harsh sentences later during the conquest of Canaan.

]]>cc6c97eb-587f-4a03-9105-99118ba41212Sun, 08 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -040043:24falsefull8668#5 - The Contest: Noah's Salvation#5 - The Contest: Noah's SalvationMany believe Noah to be a failed preacher. What did he accomplish? Meanwhile, Satan attempts to erase all humanity, but manages only to help God cleanse the planet.

]]>Many believe Noah to be a failed preacher. What did he accomplish? Meanwhile, Satan attempts to erase all humanity, but manages only to help God cleanse the planet.

]]>0fbb0bfb-c1bf-49d3-81db-28cd1ef3288eSun, 01 Feb 2026 09:00:00 -040040:34falsefull8558#4 - The Contest: The Sons of God#4 - The Contest: The Sons of GodWe explore the controversy of who exactly the 'sons of God' are. Embedded in both old and new testaments, as well as secular history, is confirmation of how Satan attempted to address his own curse as population rapidly expanded.

]]>We explore the controversy of who exactly the 'sons of God' are. Embedded in both old and new testaments, as well as secular history, is confirmation of how Satan attempted to address his own curse as population rapidly expanded.

]]>b336e633-c991-4107-b649-2d39fd998642Sun, 25 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -040041:40falsefull8448#3 - The Contest: The First Descendants#3 - The Contest: The First DescendantsHumanity begins with a population boom, and cities being developed within the first several generations. These mass gatherings become the den of corruption as the first major deviations from morality occur.

]]>Humanity begins with a population boom, and cities being developed within the first several generations. These mass gatherings become the den of corruption as the first major deviations from morality occur.

]]>623b1b8c-f3cb-4069-a4be-0091f658ac1dSun, 18 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -040041:43falsefull8338#2 -The Contest: Opening Moves#2 -The Contest: Opening MovesSatan wastes no time in attempting to remove pieces from the board, ultimately he spends time on both Cain and Abel, perceiving that either could be a threat.

]]>Satan wastes no time in attempting to remove pieces from the board, ultimately he spends time on both Cain and Abel, perceiving that either could be a threat.

]]>1d8b1e43-d19f-4e49-8661-814659e28789Sun, 11 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -040039:36falsefull8228#1 - The Contest: Premise of Celestial Conflict#1 - The Contest: Premise of Celestial ConflictUnderstanding Satan's nature helps us to understand his limitations as he hears the curse of Genesis 3:15. How does he respond? What we will find is that Satan repeatedly attempts to thwart what he thinks God is doing, only to help set up the exact plan God is working on.

]]>Understanding Satan's nature helps us to understand his limitations as he hears the curse of Genesis 3:15. How does he respond? What we will find is that Satan repeatedly attempts to thwart what he thinks God is doing, only to help set up the exact plan God is working on.

]]>2f38048a-7d6c-4e38-8167-dbdef70eec03Sun, 04 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -040043:03falsefull8118Contradictions #45 - The AfterlifeContradictions #45 - The AfterlifeWhat lies beyond is vague, and many opinions of it exist. We can know that the scriptures are consistent on the topic, even if our interpretation isn't.

]]>What lies beyond is vague, and many opinions of it exist. We can know that the scriptures are consistent on the topic, even if our interpretation isn't.

]]>1adf248f-a101-4542-8cd6-7b39be5b3961Mon, 29 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -040040:07falsefull745457Contradicitions - #44 - "Eternal Security"Contradicitions - #44 - "Eternal Security"A common church teaching concerns how people are both drawn and kept in salvation. How can this idea be harmonized with passages which suggest that our destiny isn't irrevocable?

]]>A common church teaching concerns how people are both drawn and kept in salvation. How can this idea be harmonized with passages which suggest that our destiny isn't irrevocable?

]]>9be61334-e7ab-4803-bdd2-a26673a87746Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:00:00 -040044:26falsefull744447Contradictions - #43 - "Scope of Salvation"Contradictions - #43 - "Scope of Salvation"Who did Jesus die for? Why do some verses seem to present a universal invitation while others indicate a limited offer? can these verses be brought into harmony or is the scripture hopelessly flawed?

]]>Who did Jesus die for? Why do some verses seem to present a universal invitation while others indicate a limited offer? can these verses be brought into harmony or is the scripture hopelessly flawed?

]]>1969ca2a-de0e-475f-a0fc-ba85ba9ba567Sun, 23 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -040045:27falsefull743437Contradictions - #42 - "Man's Destiny"Contradictions - #42 - "Man's Destiny"Is the eternal fate of each person pre-determined, or can we choose for ourselves? This episode reconciles verses that seem opposite, but in doing so, also looks at the "noble idea"; that is, a concept or assumption that people feel they have to defend which produces misinterpretation.

]]>Is the eternal fate of each person pre-determined, or can we choose for ourselves? This episode reconciles verses that seem opposite, but in doing so, also looks at the "noble idea"; that is, a concept or assumption that people feel they have to defend which produces misinterpretation.

]]>1ec8904c-5390-47e1-a991-e55de944703cSun, 16 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -040050:42falsefull742427Contradictions - #41 - "Man's nature"Contradictions - #41 - "Man's nature"There are two main schools of thought in Christianity. we will look at them both in four episodes. The first one will explore whether man is fundamentally evil or good. These are clearly opposite positions, so the bible should be able to shed light on the correct view, or else the bible cannot be trusted

]]>There are two main schools of thought in Christianity. we will look at them both in four episodes. The first one will explore whether man is fundamentally evil or good. These are clearly opposite positions, so the bible should be able to shed light on the correct view, or else the bible cannot be trusted

]]>3aeddc3f-0c1a-494a-a91e-f12750f28ee5Sun, 09 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -040050:42falsefull741417Contradiction - #40 - "Grace, faith, and works"Contradiction - #40 - "Grace, faith, and works"We dive into salvation doctrine in this episode. What are the roles of grace, faith, and works? If churches can't agree, doesn't it mean that the bible doesn't agree with itself?

]]>We dive into salvation doctrine in this episode. What are the roles of grace, faith, and works? If churches can't agree, doesn't it mean that the bible doesn't agree with itself?

]]>7535503d-7941-4b9e-ad20-6bd0ecd1d6cfSun, 02 Nov 2025 09:00:00 -040041:09falsefull740407Contradictions - #39 - "Unpardonable sin"Contradictions - #39 - "Unpardonable sin"Even non-Christians are well acquainted with this phrase. Is there a sin that God can't forgive? If so which one is it, because different authors seem to express different opinions on the matter.

]]>Even non-Christians are well acquainted with this phrase. Is there a sin that God can't forgive? If so which one is it, because different authors seem to express different opinions on the matter.

]]>4788a2a2-d70b-489b-8180-c517f0d21ef8Sun, 26 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -040039:08falsefull739397Contradictions - #38 "Moral expectation"Contradictions - #38 "Moral expectation"New Testament Doctrine can't seem to agree as to whether Christians do sin or even whether we should be expected to not sin.

]]>New Testament Doctrine can't seem to agree as to whether Christians do sin or even whether we should be expected to not sin.

]]>cb25ee82-908a-476a-a5a2-32cc06744b5fSun, 19 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -040030:00falsefull738387Contradictions - #37 - "Intellectual thought"Contradictions - #37 - "Intellectual thought"Does Jesus want us to judge or not? should we search for evidence or not? Jesus doesn't seem to be able to make up his mind.

]]>Does Jesus want us to judge or not? should we search for evidence or not? Jesus doesn't seem to be able to make up his mind.

]]>8ebe2bcd-724b-4e90-801f-daf877dc1e1aSun, 12 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -040043:00falsefull737377Contradictions - #36 "Economic Systems"Contradictions - #36 "Economic Systems"Political figures have long searched the scriptures hoping to find support for economic structures they promote. If opposite sides can prove their opinion by using the bible, doesn't that prove that the bible is contradictory?

]]>Political figures have long searched the scriptures hoping to find support for economic structures they promote. If opposite sides can prove their opinion by using the bible, doesn't that prove that the bible is contradictory?

]]>fa804679-0409-4310-8aa3-a478d6f7a943Sun, 05 Oct 2025 09:00:00 -040034:00falsefull736367Contradictions - #35 - "Using wealth"Contradictions - #35 - "Using wealth"Solomon and Jesus gave advice concerning wealth that varies widely. Can they both have been inspired by God?

]]>Solomon and Jesus gave advice concerning wealth that varies widely. Can they both have been inspired by God?

]]>685e6fdd-0808-4040-aa84-d5c3001f7d46Sun, 28 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -040044:24falsefull735357Contradictions - #34 - "Honor System"Contradictions - #34 - "Honor System"Are vows good or bad? Should we honor our parents or should we disrespect them? Some of Jesus statements seem at odds with Old testament requirements.

]]>Are vows good or bad? Should we honor our parents or should we disrespect them? Some of Jesus statements seem at odds with Old testament requirements.

]]>6f714dae-8b4e-4ed8-89d1-317c320dcd2fSun, 21 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -040038:48falsefull734347Contradictions - #33 - "Worship Structures"Contradictions - #33 - "Worship Structures"Why does God seem to place a high priority on physical elements of worship in the old testament but not in the new testament? God's opinion on places of worship and sacrifices look inconsistent to many.

]]>Why does God seem to place a high priority on physical elements of worship in the old testament but not in the new testament? God's opinion on places of worship and sacrifices look inconsistent to many.

]]>bca819db-fda2-4691-a334-20920fb4e048Sun, 14 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -040037:46falsefull733337Contradictions - #32 - "Societal Expectations"Contradictions - #32 - "Societal Expectations"How can we believe the bible is a divine book when it seems to deny culturally acceptable practices like interracial marriages? Why does it also turn around and speak highly of people who appear to be violating those prohibitions?

]]>How can we believe the bible is a divine book when it seems to deny culturally acceptable practices like interracial marriages? Why does it also turn around and speak highly of people who appear to be violating those prohibitions?

]]>7b6d679d-7c77-4f77-945b-f4cf4461bb81Sun, 07 Sep 2025 09:00:00 -040039:18falsefull732327Contradictions - #31 -"Never ending covenant"Contradictions - #31 -"Never ending covenant"The bible seems to present different intentions for the longevity of God's covenant with Israel, was it supposed to end, or was it supposed to last forever?

]]>The bible seems to present different intentions for the longevity of God's covenant with Israel, was it supposed to end, or was it supposed to last forever?

]]>12f91140-b70a-4025-9b06-1aa43621b585Sun, 31 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -040042:21falsefull731317Contradictions - #30 - "Slavery"Contradictions - #30 - "Slavery"Because of our recent history in America, this topic is a hot button issue, and it is one which many critics seize on to discredit the bible. Not only does the bible seem to violate our civilized sensibilities, but statements from different authors don't seem to agree.

]]>Because of our recent history in America, this topic is a hot button issue, and it is one which many critics seize on to discredit the bible. Not only does the bible seem to violate our civilized sensibilities, but statements from different authors don't seem to agree.

]]>82c5281e-32e1-4ba6-bc98-c91be5d4a10aSun, 17 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -040031:20falsefull730307Contradictions - #29 - "marriage, lies, and fools"Contradictions - #29 - "marriage, lies, and fools"Criticism of the bible often focuses on whether or not the bible condoned behavior that doesn't represent moral principles.

]]>Criticism of the bible often focuses on whether or not the bible condoned behavior that doesn't represent moral principles.

]]>dfd1c794-5c81-48b5-a542-013cc0c6aa60Sun, 10 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -040039:44falsefull729297Contradictions - #28 - "Names, numbers, places"Contradictions - #28 - "Names, numbers, places"Even technical information should match if we are going to say that the bible narrative was communicated by God. A divine source should know data accurately.

]]>Even technical information should match if we are going to say that the bible narrative was communicated by God. A divine source should know data accurately.

]]>96d5f43b-d215-4044-a7a3-116371cf3febSun, 03 Aug 2025 09:00:00 -040039:18falsefull728287Contradictions - #27 - "Inventing Instruments"Contradictions - #27 - "Inventing Instruments"The origin of instrumentation is credited to different people. Its usage in worship also seems to be viewed differently by different biblical authors. are these discrepancies reconcilable?

]]>The origin of instrumentation is credited to different people. Its usage in worship also seems to be viewed differently by different biblical authors. are these discrepancies reconcilable?

]]>08c9a8e9-d2cb-40de-a97c-61b3fd4fd97cSun, 27 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -040040:15falsefull727277Contradictions - #26 - "Moral Law part 3"Contradictions - #26 - "Moral Law part 3"In the final episode of this topic, we focus on instances of alleged contradiction in the later part of the old covenant

]]>In the final episode of this topic, we focus on instances of alleged contradiction in the later part of the old covenant

]]>308dd918-213c-43a7-8b32-151adc058493Sun, 20 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -040040:09falsefull726267Contradictions - #25 "Moral Law part 2"Contradictions - #25 "Moral Law part 2"Why does God seem to endorse practices which we accept as immoral? If God contradicts Himself can the bible be trusted?

]]>Why does God seem to endorse practices which we accept as immoral? If God contradicts Himself can the bible be trusted?

]]>0fcef7ce-aab4-4a0d-be41-38dd60a84b66Sun, 06 Jul 2025 09:00:00 -040034:53falsefull725257Contradictions - #24 "Moral Law part 1"Contradictions - #24 "Moral Law part 1"We open a section looking at seemingly contradictory statements concerning foundational moral concepts. We include a very uncomfortable topic.

]]>We open a section looking at seemingly contradictory statements concerning foundational moral concepts. We include a very uncomfortable topic.

]]>0913e067-0295-4d5d-b9cb-59aff17d9504Sun, 29 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040042:51falsefull724247Contradictions - #23 "New Testament quotes"Contradictions - #23 "New Testament quotes"Quotes from Paul and Jude seem to challenge the notion of inspiration. Is it from God or not?

]]>Quotes from Paul and Jude seem to challenge the notion of inspiration. Is it from God or not?

]]>d5852486-00bd-4931-aa00-8a0313589ea7Sun, 22 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040044:43falsefull723237Contradictions - #22 - "Hebrew History part 2"Contradictions - #22 - "Hebrew History part 2"More events from the time of Moses, David and Elijah give pause to critics of the bible, but they are not difficult to harmonize.

]]>More events from the time of Moses, David and Elijah give pause to critics of the bible, but they are not difficult to harmonize.

]]>ed4877fc-9154-47a0-b91e-18e1e1d2a58cSun, 15 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040035:41falsefull722227Contradictions - #21 "Hebrew history part 1"Contradictions - #21 "Hebrew history part 1"A look at some of the different biblical accounts of early hebrew history make us question if the bible can be inspired if they don't match.

]]>A look at some of the different biblical accounts of early hebrew history make us question if the bible can be inspired if they don't match.

]]>38174818-8fbe-461b-9a70-a18b66bf12e5Sun, 08 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040042:14falsefull721217Contradictions - #20 - "God and early mankind"Contradictions - #20 - "God and early mankind"This lesson focuses on the apparent discrepancies in the accounts concerning God's communication with man in the beginning.

]]>This lesson focuses on the apparent discrepancies in the accounts concerning God's communication with man in the beginning.

]]>ed0e87f5-437a-4792-bb0a-65ad32010d54Sun, 01 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -040045:06falsefull720207Contradictions - #19 - God and natureContradictions - #19 - God and natureWe begin a section looking at God's interaction with His creation. What type of earth did he make? Does the bible contradict itself or science?

]]>We begin a section looking at God's interaction with His creation. What type of earth did he make? Does the bible contradict itself or science?

]]>d48225d5-4284-4d6f-9084-0b6815b61e26Sun, 25 May 2025 09:00:00 -040043:56falsefull719197Contradictions - #18 - ResurrectionContradictions - #18 - ResurrectionThe hardest parts of the passion to harmonize are the events of the resurrection and appearances to the disciples. If we methodically place the four gospels next to each other, a single narrative emerges.

]]>The hardest parts of the passion to harmonize are the events of the resurrection and appearances to the disciples. If we methodically place the four gospels next to each other, a single narrative emerges.

]]>27bf4ffb-bfa4-4443-84a2-409de82f4d18Sun, 04 May 2025 09:00:00 -040038:12falsefull718187Contradictions - #17 - CrucifixionContradictions - #17 - CrucifixionHow do we resolve apparent differences on Golgotha concerning statements and timing of Jesus' death? Fear not there are some simple explanations

]]>How do we resolve apparent differences on Golgotha concerning statements and timing of Jesus' death? Fear not there are some simple explanations

]]>790d8ade-e0fd-41f7-8ee1-719f1b8c6298Sun, 27 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040046:01falsefull717177Contradictions - #16 - TrialsContradictions - #16 - TrialsThe numerous trials of Jesus are complex events with many details, which, at first glance, the authors seem not to agree on, but a closer look shows that they harmonize quite well.

]]>The numerous trials of Jesus are complex events with many details, which, at first glance, the authors seem not to agree on, but a closer look shows that they harmonize quite well.

]]>f58a9d1d-7b06-4458-9aac-f285456033f4Sun, 20 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040046:01falsefull716167Contradictions - #15 - Peter's denialsContradictions - #15 - Peter's denialsThe accounts of Peter outside the Jewish trials, seem to offer details of who made what accusations that don't agree, yet in reality they are fundamentally the same, so that we can rest assured that the accounts represent an accurate history

]]>The accounts of Peter outside the Jewish trials, seem to offer details of who made what accusations that don't agree, yet in reality they are fundamentally the same, so that we can rest assured that the accounts represent an accurate history

]]>4a6b6679-e381-49d1-800c-7c33b9a98f22Sun, 13 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040043:03falsefull715157Contradictions - #14 - Arrest of JesusContradictions - #14 - Arrest of JesusAt first look, the events in the Garden of Gethsemane seem hard to get on the same page, but explanations aren't that difficulty.

]]>At first look, the events in the Garden of Gethsemane seem hard to get on the same page, but explanations aren't that difficulty.

]]>74ed8a80-6d55-4a2a-955d-55aa4d037d2aSun, 06 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -040039:35falsefull714147Contradictions - #13 - Last SupperContradictions - #13 - Last SupperEaster season is an appropriate time to discuss the events of the death and resurrection of Christ. This event is the cornerstone of the bible, and no part of the bible is attacked as much as this. There are certainly many apparent discrepancies, but we will see over this 6 week discussion, that every difficulty has an explanation. We begin with the events of the Last Supper.

]]>Easter season is an appropriate time to discuss the events of the death and resurrection of Christ. This event is the cornerstone of the bible, and no part of the bible is attacked as much as this. There are certainly many apparent discrepancies, but we will see over this 6 week discussion, that every difficulty has an explanation. We begin with the events of the Last Supper.

]]>f2d86e89-68dd-407e-8557-28740654f940Sun, 30 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -040042:27falsefull713137Contradictions - #12 - Jesus vs. HimselfContradictions - #12 - Jesus vs. HimselfThose who criticize the bible and assert that it was made up later, point to different accounts of Jesus' statements which portray a Jesus who seems to disagree with Himself.

]]>Those who criticize the bible and assert that it was made up later, point to different accounts of Jesus' statements which portray a Jesus who seems to disagree with Himself.

]]>aacceb03-ab62-408f-a2fd-5bc5118731c2Sun, 23 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -040043:47falsefull712127Contradictions - #11 - Jesus vs. O.T.Contradictions - #11 - Jesus vs. O.T.Critics of the bible often do not understand the point of Jesus establishing a new covenant, but beyond these types of statements, some statements of Jesus seem directly at odds with established concepts of the Old Testament.

]]>Critics of the bible often do not understand the point of Jesus establishing a new covenant, but beyond these types of statements, some statements of Jesus seem directly at odds with established concepts of the Old Testament.

]]>bea13dce-2b0c-4540-84d0-b84cf55cb8f0Sun, 16 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -040039:57falsefull711117Contradictions - #10 - Equality with the FatherContradictions - #10 - Equality with the FatherEven among Christians, there have been a variety of opinions on the exact identity of Christ. Non-Christians see these differences as evidence that the bible is contradictory

]]>Even among Christians, there have been a variety of opinions on the exact identity of Christ. Non-Christians see these differences as evidence that the bible is contradictory

]]>c46940b2-851c-417e-82bb-8df80a5f3df5Sun, 09 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -040037:00falsefull710107Contradictions - #9 - GenealogiesContradictions - #9 - GenealogiesOne of the least exciting discussions in the bible is genealogy. We begin the discussion of Christ, by exploring what seems to be two family histories that cannot be reconciled. We also explore some of the explanations that inaccurately seek to harmonize the two accounts.

]]>One of the least exciting discussions in the bible is genealogy. We begin the discussion of Christ, by exploring what seems to be two family histories that cannot be reconciled. We also explore some of the explanations that inaccurately seek to harmonize the two accounts.

]]>40161f26-2e0e-44f7-8720-260a6ba975b3Sun, 02 Mar 2025 09:00:00 -040038:19falsefull7997Contradictions - #8 - JusticeContradictions - #8 - Justice'Righteousness' is a word that means fair and just. Do the scriptures really support that God does things fairly, or is he biased?

]]>'Righteousness' is a word that means fair and just. Do the scriptures really support that God does things fairly, or is he biased?

]]>a474424c-4e90-467d-8d12-f6a0ecb234d4Sun, 23 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040042:51falsefull7887Contradictions - #7 - GoodnessContradictions - #7 - GoodnessWe start the discussion of God's Character, by questioning his goodness. This is probably the most attacked part of God and the bible. Is God really good? Why do the scriptures seem so opposite on his character?

]]>We start the discussion of God's Character, by questioning his goodness. This is probably the most attacked part of God and the bible. Is God really good? Why do the scriptures seem so opposite on his character?

]]>6b8a413e-f4fc-42f1-a044-9f2149744310Sun, 16 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040043:59falsefull7777Contradictions - #6 - ImmutabilityContradictions - #6 - ImmutabilityImmutability is a fancy word that means '"God doesn't change", but is it true. We look at some of the common passages that seem to contradict this nature of God.

]]>Immutability is a fancy word that means '"God doesn't change", but is it true. We look at some of the common passages that seem to contradict this nature of God.

]]>4e660b0e-f3c5-401d-a4d1-7482e3e68e4aSun, 09 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040043:05falsefull7667Contradictions - #5 - OmnipotenceContradictions - #5 - OmnipotenceIs the God of the bible really all-powerful? How do we reconcile verses that seem to suggest that God is not completely capable to control humanity and nature?

]]>Is the God of the bible really all-powerful? How do we reconcile verses that seem to suggest that God is not completely capable to control humanity and nature?

]]>884adfaa-83f8-4fbc-a6f1-3dca32d0cec0Sun, 02 Feb 2025 09:00:00 -040037:18falsefull7557Contradictions - #4 - Omniscience.Contradictions - #4 - Omniscience.Continuing the discussion of God's basic nature, Does God have the ability to see and know everything?

]]>Continuing the discussion of God's basic nature, Does God have the ability to see and know everything?

]]>b40fee0b-e148-47b3-bd36-e05870bde486Sun, 26 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -040037:17falsefull7447Contradictions - #3 - OmnipresenceContradictions - #3 - OmnipresenceWe begin the discussion of passages which seem to differ concerning God's nature; specifically, Does God have the ability to be everywhere, or not?

]]>We begin the discussion of passages which seem to differ concerning God's nature; specifically, Does God have the ability to be everywhere, or not?

]]>73b1bdc4-f08b-4952-9846-6eb8b1a27504Sun, 19 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -040029:14falsefull7337Contradictions - #2 - Words and numbersContradictions - #2 - Words and numbersThis episode handles the most common type of "contradiction" problems with numbers or specific translations of words. any errors are not in the inspiration of the bible, but may occur in how man has handled it, yet even in these cases, the discrepancies are not material, and do not affect the message in any material way.

]]>This episode handles the most common type of "contradiction" problems with numbers or specific translations of words. any errors are not in the inspiration of the bible, but may occur in how man has handled it, yet even in these cases, the discrepancies are not material, and do not affect the message in any material way.

]]>0bd99954-39ad-4500-bade-efa951870c09Sun, 12 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -040044:24falsefull7227Contradictions - #1 - IntroContradictions - #1 - IntroIt is popular for people to allege contradictions in the bible. Many, even among religious people, allow that the bible may not be completely accurate. This year, we will be exploring many of these difficulties, showing that The bible can be completely trusted as inspired. The Christian can rest, 100% confident, that Scriptures have no mistakes.

]]>It is popular for people to allege contradictions in the bible. Many, even among religious people, allow that the bible may not be completely accurate. This year, we will be exploring many of these difficulties, showing that The bible can be completely trusted as inspired. The Christian can rest, 100% confident, that Scriptures have no mistakes.

]]>33f9616d-6c18-4194-b1b3-8f15ce87fac1Sun, 05 Jan 2025 09:00:00 -040039:02falsefull7117#46 Revolution - "Identity and Progress"#46 Revolution - "Identity and Progress"Our self-image is often phrased from the perspective of the process of spiritual growth with a view towards where God wants us to end up.

]]>Our self-image is often phrased from the perspective of the process of spiritual growth with a view towards where God wants us to end up.

]]>95b28b32-9f20-4ff0-b747-237da4b50f73Sun, 29 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -040040:24falsefull645456#44 Revolution - "Identity and Relationships"#44 Revolution - "Identity and Relationships"Much of who we are surrounds the concept of our relationship with God, Christians and the lost.

]]>Much of who we are surrounds the concept of our relationship with God, Christians and the lost.

]]>000b5391-5f07-4d43-a395-5cfded9b56aaSun, 22 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -040039:57falsefull644446#43 Revolution - "Identity and Results"#43 Revolution - "Identity and Results"Our Identity is framed in terms of the results of what God does in us, both for ourselves and others.

]]>Our Identity is framed in terms of the results of what God does in us, both for ourselves and others.

]]>28f7688a-46a2-4cb6-a3e2-1d9685ee3dd5Sun, 15 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -040039:45falsefull643436#42 Revolution - "Identity and Duty"#42 Revolution - "Identity and Duty"Concluding the year on revolutionary thought we will explore our identity in the "you are"/"we are" verses.

]]>Concluding the year on revolutionary thought we will explore our identity in the "you are"/"we are" verses.

]]>5b1ee4be-70e9-4faf-9fd8-eb665625f06cSun, 08 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -040040:30falsefull642426#41 Revolution - "Official Business"#41 Revolution - "Official Business"How important is food in ministry? Jesus made it the focal point of the religious assembly.

]]>How important is food in ministry? Jesus made it the focal point of the religious assembly.

]]>23397d4f-e52c-4d72-a011-bf35af2dce68Sun, 01 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -040038:44falsefull641416#40 Revolution - "Celebration"#40 Revolution - "Celebration"Something great just happened! Of course there is going to be food!

]]>Something great just happened! Of course there is going to be food!

]]>9b4c2594-f7e9-4fa0-9152-36aff9398c80Sun, 24 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -040037:10falsefull640406#39 Revolution - "Reconciliation"#39 Revolution - "Reconciliation"Food cultivates an environment where uncomfortable conversations can be held with less confrontation.

]]>Food cultivates an environment where uncomfortable conversations can be held with less confrontation.

]]>fd19cbb7-f520-4930-a1dd-ecf7bb748cd8Sun, 17 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -040040:47falsefull639396#38 Revolution - "Gratitude"#38 Revolution - "Gratitude"Jesus uses a meal to teach displays of thankfulness in some surprising ways.

]]>Jesus uses a meal to teach displays of thankfulness in some surprising ways.

]]>1fa82c4a-f675-4e37-83c6-1352e4195d3eSun, 10 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -040042:24falsefull638386#37 Revolution - "Awareness"#37 Revolution - "Awareness"A subtle factor in Jesus' incorporation of meals, is his acute awareness of details that impact people.

]]>A subtle factor in Jesus' incorporation of meals, is his acute awareness of details that impact people.

]]>98d2718e-4b8b-4db0-a085-ef9ece523baeSun, 03 Nov 2024 09:00:00 -040043:56falsefull637376#36 Revolution - "Contribution"#36 Revolution - "Contribution"Jesus used food as an opportunity to let people participate and feel a sense of ownership of ministry.

]]>Jesus used food as an opportunity to let people participate and feel a sense of ownership of ministry.

]]>cc15e2e8-2f2a-4a6b-a062-d393db96ad92Sun, 27 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -040042:00falsefull636366#35 Revolution - "Hard Lessons"#35 Revolution - "Hard Lessons"Sometimes the hardest things to say are more easily discussed over food.

]]>Sometimes the hardest things to say are more easily discussed over food.

]]>8492fa0f-fe15-4ab7-a068-876dd98d3f27Sun, 20 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -040044:32falsefull635356#34 Revolution - "Teaching"#34 Revolution - "Teaching"A meal offered a pleasant setting to teach lessons to diverse groups.

]]>A meal offered a pleasant setting to teach lessons to diverse groups.

]]>fc897503-9786-421a-98d3-d78f1b588904Sun, 13 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -040041:10falsefull634346#33 Revolution - "Eats With Sinners"#33 Revolution - "Eats With Sinners"We begin looking at the numerous ways which Jesus used food to build intimacy and relationships.

]]>We begin looking at the numerous ways which Jesus used food to build intimacy and relationships.

]]>87d667c0-9c19-4c5c-9df1-49368d77165dSun, 06 Oct 2024 09:00:00 -040038:47falsefull633336#32 Revolution - "The Real Thing"#32 Revolution - "The Real Thing"Instead of arguing about what is true or not, Jesus simply offered what was genuine and let them decide.

]]>Instead of arguing about what is true or not, Jesus simply offered what was genuine and let them decide.

]]>10d0a9cf-f8ca-4b30-8983-6721b52e0999Sun, 29 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -040044:30falsefull632326#31 Revolution - "Restore"#31 Revolution - "Restore"One way to influence people is to give people back their sense of self.

]]>One way to influence people is to give people back their sense of self.

]]>50a3da7c-195a-4fe8-b35f-5c468b35b5ddSun, 22 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -040042:24falsefull631316#30 Revolution - "Rescue"#30 Revolution - "Rescue"Jesus looked for people who would appreciate being taken out of a difficult situation.

]]>Jesus looked for people who would appreciate being taken out of a difficult situation.

]]>0d1acc65-9464-4032-8709-fc20631d642cSun, 15 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -040036:19falsefull630306#29 Revolution - "Little Things"#29 Revolution - "Little Things"Not everything Jesus did was a sensational event, yet even in smaller ways, he impacted people.

]]>Not everything Jesus did was a sensational event, yet even in smaller ways, he impacted people.

]]>0b592436-2e36-48a1-8498-446dbca93ef9Sun, 08 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -040035:56falsefull629296#28 Revolution - "Be Touched"#28 Revolution - "Be Touched"Jesus allowed himself to be touched, both literally and figuratively, which created a connection with others.

]]>Jesus allowed himself to be touched, both literally and figuratively, which created a connection with others.

]]>fb41c90d-83d0-4a04-8298-fdf25bb70b45Sun, 01 Sep 2024 09:00:00 -040039:55falsefull628286#27 Revolution - "De-Stigmatize"#27 Revolution - "De-Stigmatize"Learning from the best: Jesus' miracles removed stigmas and addressed emotional needs as well.

]]>Learning from the best: Jesus' miracles removed stigmas and addressed emotional needs as well.

]]>771939ae-fc18-4378-bfc2-adcc7f2375e5Sun, 25 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -040040:14falsefull627276#26 Revolution - "Simplification"#26 Revolution - "Simplification"The events of Acts 8 show that a simple gospel presentation is the key to success.

]]>The events of Acts 8 show that a simple gospel presentation is the key to success.

]]>6b929492-83b8-44a5-89f7-0d693d063fddSun, 18 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -040037:44falsefull626266#25 - Revolution - "Visible Interaction"#25 - Revolution - "Visible Interaction"Stephen's one sermon before he died propelled the church to growth by exemplifying confidence to others.

]]>Stephen's one sermon before he died propelled the church to growth by exemplifying confidence to others.

]]>8d8e9dd6-0c3e-449d-b72f-1bc98ebca3d4Sun, 11 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -040036:44falsefull625256#24 Revolution - "Conflict Revolution"#24 Revolution - "Conflict Revolution"The apostles proved that the threat of disunity can be leveraged for growth if true equity is pursued.

]]>The apostles proved that the threat of disunity can be leveraged for growth if true equity is pursued.

]]>973e82d8-0e63-450a-b4c1-2d7ad2cd0730Sun, 04 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -040038:14falsefull624246#23 Revolution - "Consistency"#23 Revolution - "Consistency"Maintaining a standard when scandal threatens will attract people who are looking for authenticity.

]]>Maintaining a standard when scandal threatens will attract people who are looking for authenticity.

]]>b78acd27-b50e-4005-823e-8fdb59b42976Sun, 28 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -040040:52falsefull623236#22 Revolution - "Spiritual Influence"#22 Revolution - "Spiritual Influence"We can get lost in tactics and methods, but spiritual depth is the key ingredient to success.

]]>We can get lost in tactics and methods, but spiritual depth is the key ingredient to success.

]]>0aacf0ef-bdfe-4f77-9e07-1b9cefa7a8f6Sun, 07 Jul 2024 09:00:00 -040040:35falsefull622226#21 Revolution - "Genuine Publicity"#21 Revolution - "Genuine Publicity"The apostles were not attention seekers, but sought ways to introduce groups of people to the gospel.

]]>The apostles were not attention seekers, but sought ways to introduce groups of people to the gospel.

]]>b0d1a0b7-f48f-41aa-b439-d3effc143f6bSun, 30 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -040040:42falsefull621216#20 Revolution - "Church Relationships"#20 Revolution - "Church Relationships"Deeping the relationships between the members of the church creates an environment that attracts others.

]]>Deeping the relationships between the members of the church creates an environment that attracts others.

]]>10001bc2-b9da-459a-ae77-f66f01ebb02eSun, 23 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -040037:23falsefull620206#19 Revolution - "Presentation"#19 Revolution - "Presentation"The first step of success for the church was accurately sharing the gospel without avoiding hard truths.

]]>The first step of success for the church was accurately sharing the gospel without avoiding hard truths.

]]>824ff7ae-7986-486b-8afc-f8fbfc0374ffSun, 09 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -040043:11falsefull619196#18 Revolution - Devoted to 'Ekklesia'#18 Revolution - Devoted to 'Ekklesia'Now that we understand a few words, we look at specific applications of being devoted to the church through the different relationships we have with each other.

]]>Now that we understand a few words, we look at specific applications of being devoted to the church through the different relationships we have with each other.

]]>db1a0386-96b7-444e-ba78-1cbc5c61a01cSun, 26 May 2024 09:00:00 -040041:20falsefull618186#17 Revolution - What is Ekklesia?#17 Revolution - What is Ekklesia?The word translated as 'church' in our bible has numerous concepts. we identify these to help us avoid misconceptions and bad theology as we try to understand how to be devoted to the fellowship.

]]>The word translated as 'church' in our bible has numerous concepts. we identify these to help us avoid misconceptions and bad theology as we try to understand how to be devoted to the fellowship.

]]>755fd540-2b97-4024-a3c9-a4808c519515Sun, 19 May 2024 09:00:00 -040033:25falsefull617176#16 Revolution - Devoted#16 Revolution - Devoteddetermining the difference between "continuing steadfastly" and "devoted to" will help us understand what is meant by "the fellowship".

]]>determining the difference between "continuing steadfastly" and "devoted to" will help us understand what is meant by "the fellowship".

]]>8d2463ee-6389-4292-b060-02f6df752656Sun, 12 May 2024 09:00:00 -040029:42falsefull616166#15 Revolution - Assumptions#15 Revolution - AssumptionsA flaw in typical Christian discussions is using 'plausibility arguments' to justify ourselves and confirm our own biases. We return to the topic of prayer and show how important it is to honestly go where the text leads us.

]]>A flaw in typical Christian discussions is using 'plausibility arguments' to justify ourselves and confirm our own biases. We return to the topic of prayer and show how important it is to honestly go where the text leads us.

]]>13a11750-5112-4d3b-80c9-9530d184ebb5Sun, 28 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -040045:15falsefull615156# 14 Revolution - Biblical Support# 14 Revolution - Biblical SupportChristians frequently use a phrase, when contending for a particular viewpoint, that exposes the fact that the bible is often merely a rationalization for our personal belief system.

]]>Christians frequently use a phrase, when contending for a particular viewpoint, that exposes the fact that the bible is often merely a rationalization for our personal belief system.

]]>c6eb6747-3dd8-4f45-8823-9f743f0b6475Sun, 21 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -040045:50falsefull614146#13 Revolution - My Personal History with Tradition#13 Revolution - My Personal History with TraditionAndrew shares his story from birth, raised in different congregations that had firmly held traditions, and what led him to start examining them from a young age. Intent of this unorthodox episode is to impart tools and motives for overcoming the monolith of tradition.

]]>Andrew shares his story from birth, raised in different congregations that had firmly held traditions, and what led him to start examining them from a young age. Intent of this unorthodox episode is to impart tools and motives for overcoming the monolith of tradition.

]]>de6a210c-a649-48e1-a50e-4818d9e2599fSun, 07 Apr 2024 09:00:00 -040040:19falsefull613136#12 Revolution - House of Prayer#12 Revolution - House of PrayerIn this episode, we begin with a discussion of importance of prayer, but swerve into a controversial theological discussion.

]]>In this episode, we begin with a discussion of importance of prayer, but swerve into a controversial theological discussion.

]]>fc6ee222-4cc5-447b-a37b-2e08ddcd1049Sun, 31 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -040036:39falsefull612126#11 Revolution - Communion suggestions#11 Revolution - Communion suggestionsWe open up for suggestions ways that we could make the weekly communion more meaningful without changing what Christ gave or appealing to 'sensory worship'.

]]>We open up for suggestions ways that we could make the weekly communion more meaningful without changing what Christ gave or appealing to 'sensory worship'.

]]>df3c88e1-1fb4-437c-bb96-1a723d8bbc1dSun, 17 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -040038:06falsefull611116#10 Revolution - Communion Idealogies#10 Revolution - Communion IdealogiesMany theories and ideas exist about the practice and importance of communion. What is authentic and what is a result of centuries of tradition?

]]>Many theories and ideas exist about the practice and importance of communion. What is authentic and what is a result of centuries of tradition?

]]>58182170-14c5-46dc-9f9e-8fd7d92c8812Sun, 10 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -040040:32falsefull610106#9 Revolution - Practical Reading#9 Revolution - Practical ReadingOne of the most important tools in discovering truth is learning to ask the right questions as we read.

]]>One of the most important tools in discovering truth is learning to ask the right questions as we read.

]]>3076a721-052f-4eaa-8367-8ca03acf9f21Sun, 03 Mar 2024 09:00:00 -040038:01falsefull6996#8 Revolution - Cross Examination#8 Revolution - Cross ExaminationLooking back at episode #7, we attempt to develop the motives that we do not study from as frequently.

]]>Looking back at episode #7, we attempt to develop the motives that we do not study from as frequently.

]]>550bed0b-8ac3-4dfc-a7d2-e4b095657314Sun, 25 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -040040:21falsefull6886#7 Revolution - Reasons to Study#7 Revolution - Reasons to StudyA look at the primary reasons for studying. We are noticeably attracted to some while less inclined toward others

]]>A look at the primary reasons for studying. We are noticeably attracted to some while less inclined toward others

]]>a9ce154d-eff1-43a3-a43f-df3b49a1f59aSun, 18 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -040041:46falsefull6776#6 Revolution - Example of Impact#6 Revolution - Example of ImpactChrist's method of reaching diverse groups is counter-intuitive; He did not run to the center.

]]>Christ's method of reaching diverse groups is counter-intuitive; He did not run to the center.

]]>0f4ccdd6-dc9c-4299-84f6-ce611ff22685Sun, 11 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -040041:47falsefull6666#5 Revolution - Consumer Faith#5 Revolution - Consumer FaithFocus on what we get out of an assembly, rather than what we bring, promotes resistance to change. We can become too attached to the packaging.

]]>Focus on what we get out of an assembly, rather than what we bring, promotes resistance to change. We can become too attached to the packaging.

]]>77ba1ef4-e5c1-4b3b-b5f1-019474b6fe52Sun, 04 Feb 2024 09:00:00 -040043:08falsefull6556#4 Revolution - Branding#4 Revolution - Branding"Non-Denominational' is a word many churches like to use, but the reality is that we have all been influenced by a brand mentality.

]]>"Non-Denominational' is a word many churches like to use, but the reality is that we have all been influenced by a brand mentality.

]]>85b83ef7-f6c4-4ccc-9aaa-2826d48f29c8Sun, 28 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -040038:09falsefull6446#3 Revolution - Wrong Solutions#3 Revolution - Wrong SolutionsMany methods have been advanced to promote growth, but most only result in more tradition.

]]>Many methods have been advanced to promote growth, but most only result in more tradition.

]]>7368079e-f353-4378-a1a7-62e64db868c8Sun, 21 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -040042:06falsefull6336#2 Revolution - Our Service#2 Revolution - Our ServiceA contrast of our modern 'church service' with that of the biblical example leaves more questions about our authenticity than answers.

]]>A contrast of our modern 'church service' with that of the biblical example leaves more questions about our authenticity than answers.

]]>503f768a-7491-41fa-9f21-8ca516b228c7Sun, 07 Jan 2024 09:00:00 -040042:16falsefull6226#1 Revolution - The need#1 Revolution - The needIntroduction to 2024's class, "Theory of Revolution". The need for drastic change, and why we resist it.

]]>Introduction to 2024's class, "Theory of Revolution". The need for drastic change, and why we resist it.

]]>068a9a90-b9d6-4722-806a-289682ff8f43Sun, 31 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -040044:55falsefull6116#48 Theology - Person and Work of God#48 Theology - Person and Work of GodThe best way to test any teaching is to see if it has unintended implications about who God is or His purpose and methods. Our conclusion: the belief against an instrument does not survive this examination.

]]>The best way to test any teaching is to see if it has unintended implications about who God is or His purpose and methods. Our conclusion: the belief against an instrument does not survive this examination.

]]>67b4db1a-0b9b-4ae6-bc59-704fbc9f6a43Sun, 17 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -040047:12falsefull548485#47 Theology - Origin of a Creed#47 Theology - Origin of a CreedA Thomas Campbell quote from 1809 has become so important, some preachers and churches quote is as though it is found in the bible. Church history and practice have been negatively impacted by this uninspired thought, even if it was well-intentioned.

]]>A Thomas Campbell quote from 1809 has become so important, some preachers and churches quote is as though it is found in the bible. Church history and practice have been negatively impacted by this uninspired thought, even if it was well-intentioned.

]]>ec6409b8-bcb5-48c1-9431-e61ec40ae975Sun, 10 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -040043:56falsefull547475#46 Theology - Church Fathers on Instruments#46 Theology - Church Fathers on InstrumentsWe often wish to quote early writers of Christianity to prove/disprove things. We briefly excerpt some of their thoughts to see exactly what they did and didn't say, and why they believed these things. Are they reliable sources on this topic?

download the full list of early quotes here: https://waukeshachurch.org/mt-content/uploads/2023/12/church-fathers-on-instruments.pdf

]]>We often wish to quote early writers of Christianity to prove/disprove things. We briefly excerpt some of their thoughts to see exactly what they did and didn't say, and why they believed these things. Are they reliable sources on this topic?

download the full list of early quotes here: https://waukeshachurch.org/mt-content/uploads/2023/12/church-fathers-on-instruments.pdf

]]>0b6e75de-96ce-473d-9f37-f1476a892ec8Sun, 03 Dec 2023 09:00:00 -040046:28falsefull546465#45 Theology - Introduction to Instrumental Worship#45 Theology - Introduction to Instrumental WorshipIn the History of the Churches of Christ, there is a division over the use of musical instruments in praise. We open the discussion with a look at the faulty logic that both sides of this controversial topic have used.

]]>In the History of the Churches of Christ, there is a division over the use of musical instruments in praise. We open the discussion with a look at the faulty logic that both sides of this controversial topic have used.

]]>99f574b6-812b-4387-b55d-917c4c3cf0ebSun, 26 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -040049:12falsefull545455#44 Theology - Judgment#44 Theology - JudgmentIn the conclusion to the main portion of our Theology topic, we stress the importance of the purpose of a text in why it may include or exclude information that is in another text on the same topic. The different passages about the judgment are not contradictory.

]]>In the conclusion to the main portion of our Theology topic, we stress the importance of the purpose of a text in why it may include or exclude information that is in another text on the same topic. The different passages about the judgment are not contradictory.

]]>c3e230ce-416e-4a8a-80e5-dc4c7b23ff6fSun, 19 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -040043:31falsefull544445#43 Theology - The After-World#43 Theology - The After-WorldWhere do we go when we die? Numerous theories exist, and each one has some merit. We try to discern difficult passages on the topic.

]]>Where do we go when we die? Numerous theories exist, and each one has some merit. We try to discern difficult passages on the topic.

]]>2366428e-5fce-4fc6-849d-ac48f6792b56Sun, 12 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -040045:39falsefull543435#42 Theology - End of the World#42 Theology - End of the WorldSwitching gears, we begin talking about something that excites a lot of people, the afterlife. The literal passages of the new testament help to establish a clear timeline.

]]>Switching gears, we begin talking about something that excites a lot of people, the afterlife. The literal passages of the new testament help to establish a clear timeline.

]]>f5cc4168-cd50-41a8-b760-e82de5149821Sun, 05 Nov 2023 09:00:00 -040044:05falsefull542425#41 Theology - What Saves? (part 2)#41 Theology - What Saves? (part 2)The bible has a lengthy list of ways in which we participate in our own salvation.

]]>The bible has a lengthy list of ways in which we participate in our own salvation.

]]>ae339dec-d0b7-412c-8779-a73561f5be91Sun, 29 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -040042:51falsefull541415#40 Theology - What Saves? (part 1)#40 Theology - What Saves? (part 1)A look at the external factors that contribute to a person's salvation.

]]>A look at the external factors that contribute to a person's salvation.

]]>9cecb70a-e4b0-41b6-83a9-d4735a3a3c5fSun, 22 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -040039:11falsefull540405#39 Theology - Who saves us?#39 Theology - Who saves us?This may seem like an elementary question, but the scriptures  provide us with EIGHT answers. I bet you can't guess all eight without listening!

]]>This may seem like an elementary question, but the scriptures  provide us with EIGHT answers. I bet you can't guess all eight without listening!

]]>2fea79c5-3442-41e6-863b-91504a3cecb7Sun, 15 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -040039:15falsefull539395#38 Theology - Purpose in the Church#38 Theology - Purpose in the ChurchWe explore the different duties for members of the church. What was the necessity for an organized group structure?

]]>We explore the different duties for members of the church. What was the necessity for an organized group structure?

]]>aaf94f34-6d33-4616-871b-20d8793124a4Sun, 08 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -040039:41falsefull538385#37 Theology - The Kingdom isn't church?#37 Theology - The Kingdom isn't church?Some of the references to the kingdom force us to acknowledge that not all mentions of the 'kingdom' refer to the church.


]]>Some of the references to the kingdom force us to acknowledge that not all mentions of the 'kingdom' refer to the church.


]]>9c583dcf-72f5-46e6-aef7-b42c179b4f95Sun, 01 Oct 2023 09:00:00 -040041:43falsefull537375#36 Theology - Kindom=church#36 Theology - Kindom=churchWe begin a new section of basic teachings - What God says about the church, which he refers to as 'the kingdom'. This should help us avoid confusion.

]]>We begin a new section of basic teachings - What God says about the church, which he refers to as 'the kingdom'. This should help us avoid confusion.

]]>7f1b9af1-7e61-457f-8330-d2343cb2f891Sun, 24 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -040047:42falsefull536365#35 Theology - Innerancy of Bible#35 Theology - Innerancy of BibleWe discuss the disastrous ramifications of preachers who fail to acknowledge the absolute reliability of the scripture, which is the work of the third member of the Divine Trinity.

]]>We discuss the disastrous ramifications of preachers who fail to acknowledge the absolute reliability of the scripture, which is the work of the third member of the Divine Trinity.

]]>e1aa553f-c900-475f-a98c-7f692a08dfd6Sun, 17 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -040045:33falsefull535355#34 Theology - The Spirit's Guidance#34 Theology - The Spirit's GuidanceOne of the Spirit's vital works is the evidence he provides through His ability to navigate us through life.

]]>One of the Spirit's vital works is the evidence he provides through His ability to navigate us through life.

]]>b17aaea8-cd0a-4fda-91d3-dfda30ebdf0eSun, 10 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -040044:51falsefull534345#33 Theology - Spirit and Unity#33 Theology - Spirit and UnityIn making us heirs with Christ, The Holy Spirit also brings us closer to each other in several ways.

]]>In making us heirs with Christ, The Holy Spirit also brings us closer to each other in several ways.

]]>9a3d8b5c-74de-48d2-bc0d-7a4a6d2d6c38Sun, 03 Sep 2023 09:00:00 -040043:33falsefull533335#32 Theology - Spirit and Emotion#32 Theology - Spirit and EmotionA benefit of the Spirit in our lives is the positive impact on our emotional state of being.

]]>A benefit of the Spirit in our lives is the positive impact on our emotional state of being.

]]>a2b78ab7-0b3a-4195-b79a-c486e0b67cfcSun, 27 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -040036:07falsefull532325#31 Theology - Righteousness#31 Theology - RighteousnessTrue life means having the power to 'do'. The Spirit increases our ability to accomplish divine tasks.

]]>True life means having the power to 'do'. The Spirit increases our ability to accomplish divine tasks.

]]>6cf5b281-2464-4d47-975b-b889702fb4dbSun, 20 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -040045:36falsefull531315#30 Theology - The Spirit and Salvation#30 Theology - The Spirit and SalvationWe begin the most important topic concerning the Holy Spirit, His universal role and impact in the life of Christians. We begin with a look at his role in making new saints.

]]>We begin the most important topic concerning the Holy Spirit, His universal role and impact in the life of Christians. We begin with a look at his role in making new saints.

]]>36cf1ef5-96ec-44c4-b799-98746dd45869Mon, 14 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -040034:02falsefull530305#29 Theology - The purpose of the Baptism of the Spirit#29 Theology - The purpose of the Baptism of the SpiritThe conclusion to the chart comparison, and a deeper dive into the baptism of the Spirit and its purpose.

]]>The conclusion to the chart comparison, and a deeper dive into the baptism of the Spirit and its purpose.

]]>96b795e8-fd66-4487-92c3-8b897f42162cMon, 07 Aug 2023 09:00:00 -040040:50falsefull529295#28 Theology - Measures of the Holy Spirit#28 Theology - Measures of the Holy Spiritanother prerequisite to understanding the Spirit's work is separating three avenues of his work that are commonly substituted for each other; the gift of the Spirit, the gifts of the Spirit, and the baptism of the Spirit.

]]>another prerequisite to understanding the Spirit's work is separating three avenues of his work that are commonly substituted for each other; the gift of the Spirit, the gifts of the Spirit, and the baptism of the Spirit.

]]>e9846c35-d395-455a-abec-12ca31de2aaaMon, 31 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -040043:03falsefull528285#27 Theology - The Primary Work of the Holy Spirit#27 Theology - The Primary Work of the Holy SpiritIn order to understand the many things that the Spirit does, we begin by analyzing the one work that links all of these individual works together; His 'mission statement', so to speak.

]]>In order to understand the many things that the Spirit does, we begin by analyzing the one work that links all of these individual works together; His 'mission statement', so to speak.

]]>2d68b45f-a2fe-448c-97b8-be5d45221d69Mon, 24 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -040031:48falsefull527275#26 Theology - The 'Person' of the Holy Spirit#26 Theology - The 'Person' of the Holy SpiritThough not a person in the customary sense, it is important to recognize the Holy Spirit as a living being, every bit as sentient as the Father and Son.

]]>Though not a person in the customary sense, it is important to recognize the Holy Spirit as a living being, every bit as sentient as the Father and Son.

]]>3974811f-043d-4a48-ba84-e4cb2ec15ebeMon, 17 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -040033:51falsefull526265#25 Theology - The new Creation#25 Theology - The new CreationThe resurrection is the source of remaking us, but how? Surprisingly there are two answers for this work of Christ.

]]>The resurrection is the source of remaking us, but how? Surprisingly there are two answers for this work of Christ.

]]>1febba36-46c5-48fd-b1c2-e3f8e48e7d1bMon, 03 Jul 2023 09:00:00 -040042:16falsefull525255#24 Theology - Victory#24 Theology - VictoryThis word underlies every accomplishment of Jesus resurrection. We cautiously explore what we can reasonably know about the time between Jesus' death and resurrection.

]]>This word underlies every accomplishment of Jesus resurrection. We cautiously explore what we can reasonably know about the time between Jesus' death and resurrection.

]]>40e56cba-9eed-48bd-9483-f5e55bffc8e1Sun, 18 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -040040:36falsefull524245#23 Theology - Redemption#23 Theology - RedemptionThe idea of a 'ransom' has a negative connotation in our vocabulary, but it was once a part of a legal financial regulation. We look at why this word is used to describe Jesus action on the cross.

]]>The idea of a 'ransom' has a negative connotation in our vocabulary, but it was once a part of a legal financial regulation. We look at why this word is used to describe Jesus action on the cross.

]]>3432b997-c092-4537-8adb-f422fbb6f1c4Mon, 12 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -040041:18falsefull523235#22 Theology - Atonement#22 Theology - AtonementHaving covered the topic of atonement in episode 20 we return to look at the connection of atonement to Christ's work on the cross.

]]>Having covered the topic of atonement in episode 20 we return to look at the connection of atonement to Christ's work on the cross.

]]>13f69c34-dadf-470a-a3dc-ffd6222a15dcMon, 05 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -040036:30falsefull522225#21 Theology - 4 Views of the Cross#21 Theology - 4 Views of the CrossThese four ideas seem logical to a certain degree, but they fail to explain what the true object of the cross is. "Why did Jesus (have to) die?" receives various treatment, but we attempt to eliminate some of the deceptively false ideas.

]]>These four ideas seem logical to a certain degree, but they fail to explain what the true object of the cross is. "Why did Jesus (have to) die?" receives various treatment, but we attempt to eliminate some of the deceptively false ideas.

]]>950e85de-deab-46a9-8da1-fa1472caf4d1Mon, 29 May 2023 09:00:00 -040041:32falsefull521215#20 Theology - Old Testament and Basic Atonement#20 Theology - Old Testament and Basic AtonementGod gave mankind a very fundamental picture of how forgiveness works so that we could be prepared when Christ arrived

]]>God gave mankind a very fundamental picture of how forgiveness works so that we could be prepared when Christ arrived

]]>4a03c6d4-cf7f-4f62-8126-f7332752156bMon, 22 May 2023 09:00:00 -040043:52falsefull520205#19 Theology - Old Testament and Basic Virtue#19 Theology - Old Testament and Basic VirtueThe Old Testament was not what God ultimately desired. One of its main purposes was to teach us basic right and wrong.

]]>The Old Testament was not what God ultimately desired. One of its main purposes was to teach us basic right and wrong.

]]>865b2a1d-975b-4ff2-b068-aa8984b7e619Mon, 15 May 2023 09:00:00 -040040:33falsefull519195#18 Theology - Evidence from Christ's Works#18 Theology - Evidence from Christ's WorksThe things Jesus did and allowed do not permit us to accept any other notion than Jesus' full deity.

]]>The things Jesus did and allowed do not permit us to accept any other notion than Jesus' full deity.

]]>3aadc598-2613-487b-bda1-7443362ffa1eMon, 08 May 2023 09:00:00 -040042:08falsefull518185#17 Theology - The Duality of Jesus#17 Theology - The Duality of JesusA look at some of the purely human emotions Jesus experienced with a view to the question "Why?"

]]>A look at some of the purely human emotions Jesus experienced with a view to the question "Why?"

]]>256f9dc3-dca9-48ad-9fd1-5d83cee421d2Mon, 01 May 2023 09:00:00 -040041:15falsefull517175#16 Theology - The Humanity of Jesus#16 Theology - The Humanity of JesusTrying to reconcile a divine God and a human Jesus is no easy task. Many early ideas continue to plague the Christian world. We establish some simple concepts, and begin to piece together this puzzling idea.

]]>Trying to reconcile a divine God and a human Jesus is no easy task. Many early ideas continue to plague the Christian world. We establish some simple concepts, and begin to piece together this puzzling idea.

]]>a8f1bb98-61e3-4d87-8d8a-3458cd43a239Mon, 01 May 2023 09:00:00 -040044:20falsefull516165#15 Theology - The Deity of Jesus#15 Theology - The Deity of JesusSome verses about the nature and person of Christ are truly difficult, but examining the direct statements first helps to clear up the confusion.

]]>Some verses about the nature and person of Christ are truly difficult, but examining the direct statements first helps to clear up the confusion.

]]>9a6e1fc6-05d1-42b0-96e6-671c2e1b1bc6Sun, 16 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -040046:09falsefull515155#14 - The Origin of Sin#14 - The Origin of SinAdam is the key to the introduction of sin into the human experience, and Christ is the answer to the problem. Unfortunately, many religions misrepresent the relationship and impact of these two events.

]]>Adam is the key to the introduction of sin into the human experience, and Christ is the answer to the problem. Unfortunately, many religions misrepresent the relationship and impact of these two events.

]]>805be0a8-134a-4e24-8d1d-dc40a2083a0dSun, 09 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -040045:16falsefull514145#13 Theology - Core of Calvinism#13 Theology - Core of CalvinismMost of our arguments in theological discussions are unproductive because we fail to listen to the core of the other side's view. Calvinism is misguided, but it is built around protecting a noble ideal.

]]>Most of our arguments in theological discussions are unproductive because we fail to listen to the core of the other side's view. Calvinism is misguided, but it is built around protecting a noble ideal.

]]>6f58b60e-7e11-4486-8580-8168da26fa97Tue, 04 Apr 2023 09:00:00 -040042:30falsefull513135#12 Theology - Nature of Sin#12 Theology - Nature of SinAs we continue to address the topic of man's free will, it is important to identify the essense of sin as God sees it, by looking at the synonyms used to explain the concept.

]]>As we continue to address the topic of man's free will, it is important to identify the essense of sin as God sees it, by looking at the synonyms used to explain the concept.

]]>ac054901-212b-4233-9ab7-2f4938f37178Mon, 27 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -040043:57falsefull512125#11 Theology - Free Will of Man#11 Theology - Free Will of ManMany arguments have been fought over the exact ability of man to choose, some of which, change the nature of man, and insult the Creator. We address some of the passages which cause confusion, and illustrate that man has the ability to plan and pursue his own course.

]]>Many arguments have been fought over the exact ability of man to choose, some of which, change the nature of man, and insult the Creator. We address some of the passages which cause confusion, and illustrate that man has the ability to plan and pursue his own course.

]]>59f524e1-1cc0-4801-9077-1c389968e875Mon, 27 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -040043:54falsefull511115#10 Theology - Purpose of Man#10 Theology - Purpose of ManHaving discussed the nature of man, we turn to the important physical and spiritual designs of man and look at scriptures which answer our most fundamental questions about ourselves.

]]>Having discussed the nature of man, we turn to the important physical and spiritual designs of man and look at scriptures which answer our most fundamental questions about ourselves.

]]>f4b8e401-a977-47b6-9959-4d51da3d69e3Mon, 27 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -040045:30falsefull510105#9 Theology - Nature of Man#9 Theology - Nature of ManWe look at two concepts of man's nature that have varied opinions; The nature of our design, and the nature of our basic character.

]]>We look at two concepts of man's nature that have varied opinions; The nature of our design, and the nature of our basic character.

]]>e0365854-746e-4ee7-b1fe-a17fe478590aSun, 05 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -040045:09falsefull5995#8 Theology - Angels#8 Theology - AngelsWe probably end up with more questions than answers, but here are some of the details about celestial beings.

]]>We probably end up with more questions than answers, but here are some of the details about celestial beings.

]]>57c047aa-95e1-4dab-9313-f45dd0305d55Sun, 05 Mar 2023 09:00:00 -040037:35falsefull5885#7 Theology - The Providence of God#7 Theology - The Providence of GodTheories of God's interaction with his creation, and four ways God provides for and guides humanity.

]]>Theories of God's interaction with his creation, and four ways God provides for and guides humanity.

]]>7bb65ef0-10d1-438e-b0d9-932fde87e21bMon, 20 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -040041:49falsefull5775#6 Theology - Creation#6 Theology - CreationThe first major work of God is significant as it helps defines God, but also defines our role in the relationship.

]]>The first major work of God is significant as it helps defines God, but also defines our role in the relationship.

]]>d0db49e2-13e4-4edb-b7ca-ce56381849faThu, 16 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -040042:36falsefull5665#5 Theology - Relational Character#5 Theology - Relational CharacterThis lesson looks at the character of God which pertains to His relationship with his creation. Why is it important to know the difference between relational and intrinsic character? How does a perfect God reconcile character traits that seem to be contradictory?

]]>This lesson looks at the character of God which pertains to His relationship with his creation. Why is it important to know the difference between relational and intrinsic character? How does a perfect God reconcile character traits that seem to be contradictory?

]]>92f3b009-154d-43a2-9f7b-885249b037f1Mon, 06 Feb 2023 09:00:00 -040043:54falsefull5555#4 Theology - The Intrinsic Character of God#4 Theology - The Intrinsic Character of GodThis class briefly looks at the attributes of God's character that are not dependent on the existence of humanity; his holiness, immutability, and wisdom

]]>This class briefly looks at the attributes of God's character that are not dependent on the existence of humanity; his holiness, immutability, and wisdom

]]>908bc1ee-1ac3-45e9-b25b-01d934e41bfeMon, 23 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -040043:12falsefull5445#3 Theology - Infinity of God#3 Theology - Infinity of GodGod is without limit In both time and space. This class looks at three specific ways these two applications define God.

]]>God is without limit In both time and space. This class looks at three specific ways these two applications define God.

]]>99f7862d-d013-4637-9e31-edc1c3c4d527Tue, 17 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -040042:25falsefull5335#2 Theology- Nature of God#2 Theology- Nature of GodWe discuss the most basic identify of God, noting references to both the singularity and plurality of God.

]]>We discuss the most basic identify of God, noting references to both the singularity and plurality of God.

]]>5698f440-b4cb-4622-a902-271339bcccb3Sun, 08 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -040041:44falsefull5225#1 Theology- Basic Principles#1 Theology- Basic PrinciplesOur introduction looks at the different methods and sources of information for developing theology, and why some are less accurate.

]]>Our introduction looks at the different methods and sources of information for developing theology, and why some are less accurate.

]]>f4772621-07fa-48b9-a123-4f796de15e74Sun, 01 Jan 2023 09:00:00 -040043:43falsefull5115#26 Evidences - Interpretation (9)#26 Evidences - Interpretation (9)Consistency and Integrity: The point is not to win arguments, but to stand before God having held truth accurately.

]]>Consistency and Integrity: The point is not to win arguments, but to stand before God having held truth accurately.

]]>2ff92c36-64ec-4f73-95fd-3e85da1c1f89Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040041:38falsefull426264#25 Evidences - Interpretation (8)#25 Evidences - Interpretation (8)Exploding the myth of 'silence of the scripture' as a source of proof. Also a look at 5 contextual words of bible interpretation.

]]>Exploding the myth of 'silence of the scripture' as a source of proof. Also a look at 5 contextual words of bible interpretation.

]]>383d7470-db88-4d1f-a266-30b81a7b3df2Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040040:29falsefull425254#24 Evidences - Interpretation (7)#24 Evidences - Interpretation (7)Exploring the very limited roles of 'inference' and 'implication' in discovering truth.

]]>Exploring the very limited roles of 'inference' and 'implication' in discovering truth.

]]>4b565e00-4ea8-44b6-be5f-566b25c308c2Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040042:33falsefull424244#23 Evidences - Interpretation (6)#23 Evidences - Interpretation (6)Figurative language is a dangerous part of bible interpretation, as many people twist it to fit their agenda.

]]>Figurative language is a dangerous part of bible interpretation, as many people twist it to fit their agenda.

]]>ba44fa4c-3dad-449c-80ca-509f1e0e0fcdWed, 14 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040042:29falsefull423234#22 Evidences - Interpretation (5)#22 Evidences - Interpretation (5)The beginning of the mechanics of Interpretation discussing concrete and abstract truth (in that order!)

]]>The beginning of the mechanics of Interpretation discussing concrete and abstract truth (in that order!)

]]>1d14f0dc-89d3-476e-a047-c87c7a10a6f8Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040040:17falsefull422224#21 Evidences - Interpretation (4)#21 Evidences - Interpretation (4)Looking at some of the tools available that give a depth of understanding.

]]>Looking at some of the tools available that give a depth of understanding.

]]>682c75ae-6ae0-4859-9f99-7916fe24a1d3Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040036:46falsefull421214#20 Evidences - Interpretation (3)#20 Evidences - Interpretation (3)The very basic principles of interpretation with some biblical examples.

]]>The very basic principles of interpretation with some biblical examples.

]]>17f145de-7918-4e7f-917a-706d569bb58fWed, 14 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040037:37falsefull420204#19 Evidences - Interpretation (2)#19 Evidences - Interpretation (2)Returning to last weeks theme, God declares what he thinks about post-modernism.

]]>Returning to last weeks theme, God declares what he thinks about post-modernism.

]]>2879e285-6837-43ea-8414-0dee20eff4f6Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040044:14falsefull419194#18 Evidences - Interpretation (1)#18 Evidences - Interpretation (1)The lens of modernism and post-modernism affect how people look at truth and evidence

]]>The lens of modernism and post-modernism affect how people look at truth and evidence

]]>fa106577-a2f4-42b2-b631-5756bd299e50Wed, 14 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040036:49falsefull418184#17 Evidences - Bible Influence#17 Evidences - Bible InfluenceThe greatest evidence of the bible is its influence on humanity.

]]>The greatest evidence of the bible is its influence on humanity.

]]>fc5a536f-a57a-4ff3-bb92-be72aba23ebbTue, 13 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040038:50falsefull417174#16 Evidences - Bible Accuracy#16 Evidences - Bible AccuracyThe Bible shows remarkable confirmation in the archaeological record.

]]>The Bible shows remarkable confirmation in the archaeological record.

]]>0526c5a7-9033-4289-b9b3-2f7583333928Tue, 13 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040049:40falsefull416164#15 Evidences - Bible Validity#15 Evidences - Bible ValidityA common misconception of atheists, and even some Christians, is that the bible and science are mutually exclusive.

]]>A common misconception of atheists, and even some Christians, is that the bible and science are mutually exclusive.

]]>2f2c5dd4-c195-4bfc-8989-0433ec047a5aTue, 13 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040041:16falsefull415154#14 Evidences - Bible Predictions#14 Evidences - Bible PredictionsOne of the strongest proofs of the bible is it's ability to accurately predict future events in specific detail (unlike Nostradamus).

]]>One of the strongest proofs of the bible is it's ability to accurately predict future events in specific detail (unlike Nostradamus).

]]>818038b5-4734-4a51-824e-45edd59b8889Tue, 13 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040034:34falsefull414144#13 Evidences - Bible Consistnecy#13 Evidences - Bible ConsistnecyThis session addresses the accusation of discrepancy and human error.

]]>This session addresses the accusation of discrepancy and human error.

]]>84b8ed49-220a-42e8-b318-51eefabeb76dTue, 13 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040038:14falsefull413134#12 Evidences - Bible Legitimacy#12 Evidences - Bible LegitimacyMany theories exist to de-legitimize the bible, assigning false motives to the authors.

]]>Many theories exist to de-legitimize the bible, assigning false motives to the authors.

]]>299439fc-a641-4338-a5c9-6f20331be5a7Tue, 13 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040039:40falsefull412124#11 Evidences - Bible Formation#11 Evidences - Bible FormationBible criticisms crumble when compared to acceptance of other historical facts.

]]>Bible criticisms crumble when compared to acceptance of other historical facts.

]]>98b8f2ef-d9aa-49b7-8fc3-515cb746bc05Tue, 13 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040041:57falsefull411114#10 Evidences - Bible Historicity#10 Evidences - Bible HistoricityWhat does manuscript evidence say about how accurate the modern bible is in comparison to ancient versions?

]]>What does manuscript evidence say about how accurate the modern bible is in comparison to ancient versions?

]]>8015282a-a7e7-42b0-9d77-27c30c5e66f6Tue, 13 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040039:06falsefull410104#9 Evidences - Resurrection (3)#9 Evidences - Resurrection (3)If it came down to one proof, this would be the most compelling argument for the resurrection of Jesus.

]]>If it came down to one proof, this would be the most compelling argument for the resurrection of Jesus.

]]>9894f497-56bf-44e5-92d5-fa5f0a506a1eMon, 12 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040039:22falsefull4994#8 Evidences - Resurrection (2)#8 Evidences - Resurrection (2)Analysis of the major explanations that have been offered as attempts to invalidate the resurrection

]]>Analysis of the major explanations that have been offered as attempts to invalidate the resurrection

]]>86a0bc45-e462-442f-8afa-c6c1e49dd808Mon, 12 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040040:12falsefull4884#7 Evidences - Resurrection (1)#7 Evidences - Resurrection (1)The central idea of the bible is perhaps the hardest for people to accept. We begin to give evidence for this event.

]]>The central idea of the bible is perhaps the hardest for people to accept. We begin to give evidence for this event.

]]>f7941ea6-e1ee-4154-b5c5-efecb4c76b4fMon, 12 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040034:51falsefull4774#6 Evidences - Who is Jesus (2)#6 Evidences - Who is Jesus (2)Continuing the elimination of theories that are offered to explain away Jesus.

]]>Continuing the elimination of theories that are offered to explain away Jesus.

]]>4864df80-be3b-4e6e-8ed6-b6f5a2b66fc5Mon, 12 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040051:40falsefull4664#5 Evidences - Who is Jesus? (1)#5 Evidences - Who is Jesus? (1)By process of elimination we can conclude who Jesus is.

]]>By process of elimination we can conclude who Jesus is.

]]>5c3051ea-ceb2-48db-a67f-9a48c8d1b634Mon, 12 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040033:25falsefull4554#4 Evidences - Proving God (4)#4 Evidences - Proving God (4)Humanity's bread crumbs back to the original idea of God.

]]>Humanity's bread crumbs back to the original idea of God.

]]>4b6d5895-9fa4-4d1b-8af5-6a33b33a1ebbSun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040039:07falsefull4444#3 Evidences - Proving God (3)#3 Evidences - Proving God (3)Material existence not only demands a Creator, but also shows the Creator's character.

]]>Material existence not only demands a Creator, but also shows the Creator's character.

]]>71be4a78-4df6-48ca-812a-2bd5b959234eSun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040041:14falsefull4334#2 Evidences - Proving God (2)#2 Evidences - Proving God (2)Design of the universe demands an intelligent origin.

]]>Design of the universe demands an intelligent origin.

]]>f12ece2b-3b8c-4b3d-b904-14bbd51354d9Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040039:02falsefull4224#1 Evidences - Proving God (1)#1 Evidences - Proving God (1)Three arguments for the existence of God from logic

]]>Three arguments for the existence of God from logic

]]>413a5f00-938e-4dd4-8614-939816b0c2fcSun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040042:51falsefull4114#29 1 Corinthians - The Future#29 1 Corinthians - The FutureThe transitios away from living apostles is an example for us to consider what we will leave behind.

]]>The transitios away from living apostles is an example for us to consider what we will leave behind.

]]>a6f6b2ca-7206-48ab-909c-8c50746c393aSun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040043:31falsefull329293#28 1 Corinthians - Resurrected Body#28 1 Corinthians - Resurrected BodyRefutation of the emerging view of Greek 'Gnosticism' as it altered the view of the afterlife.

]]>Refutation of the emerging view of Greek 'Gnosticism' as it altered the view of the afterlife.

]]>213ebb7b-9d74-461f-b8ea-1d1b7d80d2d7Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040037:16falsefull328283#27 1 Corinthians - Ramifications#27 1 Corinthians - RamificationsThere are serious implications if Jesus hypothetically didn't rise from the dead.

]]>There are serious implications if Jesus hypothetically didn't rise from the dead.

]]>40aff2c4-f95c-48a0-96e5-f0a983d87c70Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040046:10falsefull327273#26 1 Corinthians - Structured Assemblies#26 1 Corinthians - Structured AssembliesA look at the principles that govern a productive, spiritual gathering of Christians

]]>A look at the principles that govern a productive, spiritual gathering of Christians

]]>b1b08028-6b20-4f56-99fd-42503c1847ffSun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:44falsefull326263#25 1 Corinthians - Basic Gospel#25 1 Corinthians - Basic GospelThe fundamental elements of the good news and the significance of the post-resurrection appearances of Christ.

]]>The fundamental elements of the good news and the significance of the post-resurrection appearances of Christ.

]]>3645d18a-b2c2-463f-899a-a78c37c4e482Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:00falsefull325253#24 1 Corinthians - Decent Order#24 1 Corinthians - Decent OrderSupposedly Christian movements take an assembly designed for constructive edification and turn it into self-serving chaos

]]>Supposedly Christian movements take an assembly designed for constructive edification and turn it into self-serving chaos

]]>bb48fb7d-1feb-4df8-971b-596a543afc4cSun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:45falsefull324243#23 1 Corinthians - 'Tongues' and Prophecy#23 1 Corinthians - 'Tongues' and ProphecyModern religious movements over-dramatize these two gifts and use them in the exact opposite way they were intended.

]]>Modern religious movements over-dramatize these two gifts and use them in the exact opposite way they were intended.

]]>7c96bc39-c403-4dd1-8b28-7a881c43908fSun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:37falsefull323233#22 1 Corinthians - The Perfect#22 1 Corinthians - The PerfectDeciphering the term limits of the miraculous age as defined by Paul

]]>Deciphering the term limits of the miraculous age as defined by Paul

]]>515341e9-0ded-4a5a-bd91-005052fb590eSun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040046:06falsefull322223#21 1 Corinthians - Love is (not)#21 1 Corinthians - Love is (not)The definition of Love focuses on what it does not do.

]]>The definition of Love focuses on what it does not do.

]]>31069758-8448-407c-8b94-a78428fd9fc9Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:05falsefull321213#20 1 Corinthians - One Body#20 1 Corinthians - One BodyMany people today focus on the theatrics of the gifts instead of their purpose; to benefit the church.

]]>Many people today focus on the theatrics of the gifts instead of their purpose; to benefit the church.

]]>5ab272ad-5095-45ee-bcb7-e795cd6e8bbaSun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040044:11falsefull320203#19 1 Corinthians - The gifts#19 1 Corinthians - The giftsGeneral categorization of the miraculous gifts and their functions.

]]>General categorization of the miraculous gifts and their functions.

]]>4f63621f-0f5c-4b95-bcaf-3d81d6156e24Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040044:13falsefull319193#18 1 Corinthians - Ceremony#18 1 Corinthians - CeremonyPaul explains how ceremonies become something that God doesn't recognize.

]]>Paul explains how ceremonies become something that God doesn't recognize.

]]>19425fb4-8356-425b-9591-49b1ad399786Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040046:02falsefull318183#17 1 Corinthians - Culture and tradition#17 1 Corinthians - Culture and traditionThe discussion gender roles was no less controversial in Paul's day.

]]>The discussion gender roles was no less controversial in Paul's day.

]]>bc6b453d-7825-4bd2-98ed-7165c4490b63Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:42falsefull317173#16 1 Corinthians - Useful#16 1 Corinthians - UsefulCommunion illustrates the difference between idolatry and unity. Serving self is never practical in the long term.

]]>Communion illustrates the difference between idolatry and unity. Serving self is never practical in the long term.

]]>0f51bc53-bbde-4c52-ae00-b1562c4cb102Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040044:13falsefull316163#15 1 Corinthians - Idols#15 1 Corinthians - IdolsIdolatry looks different from one era to another but it always has the same nature.

]]>Idolatry looks different from one era to another but it always has the same nature.

]]>2c07386c-d22a-4094-bcda-fcb895eefc59Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040039:28falsefull315153#14 1 Corinthians - Versatility#14 1 Corinthians - VersatilityThe purpose, means and limits of Paul's sacrifice of both privilege and rights.

]]>The purpose, means and limits of Paul's sacrifice of both privilege and rights.

]]>b63ca665-8995-499f-8957-cff989edd5fcSun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040039:13falsefull314143#13 1 Corinthians - My Rights#13 1 Corinthians - My RightsPaul discusses his voluntary surrender of his rights, and explains that it wasn't required.

]]>Paul discusses his voluntary surrender of his rights, and explains that it wasn't required.

]]>e93abb24-412d-4407-a80a-0093aa46cd81Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040044:04falsefull313133#12 1 Corinthians - I'm Offended!#12 1 Corinthians - I'm Offended!Several principles guide what we give up to preserve unity and protect those with weaker faith.

]]>Several principles guide what we give up to preserve unity and protect those with weaker faith.

]]>da41c81b-96b0-48ae-b308-9d8a1efebe65Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040043:24falsefull312123#11 1 Corinthians - Stay in circumstances#11 1 Corinthians - Stay in circumstanceseliminating the wedge between us and God in extreme situations.

]]>eliminating the wedge between us and God in extreme situations.

]]>88bdbdc0-c8d6-48e8-af92-bb9ec61ce89aSun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040035:28falsefull311113#10 1 Corinthians - Celibacy#10 1 Corinthians - CelibacyLiving single was a choice of practicality, not a badge of superiority.

]]>Living single was a choice of practicality, not a badge of superiority.

]]>b59f7a27-058b-408a-845b-466afd8e9377Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040040:10falsefull310103#9 1 Corinthians - Defilement#9 1 Corinthians - DefilementImpurity comes in different ways, all of them destructive. One type is unique in its damage.

]]>Impurity comes in different ways, all of them destructive. One type is unique in its damage.

]]>3556c56d-7d27-49c2-8616-95e613898d76Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040042:24falsefull3993#8 1 Corinthians - Disputes#8 1 Corinthians - DisputesDisunity unchecked reaches dramatic levels that do not speak well of us..

]]>Disunity unchecked reaches dramatic levels that do not speak well of us..

]]>14d1221d-6882-451d-a032-35e436f4c3a7Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040042:42falsefull3883#7 1 Corinthians - Pollution#7 1 Corinthians - PollutionInternal flaws, not dealt with, become contagious.  We have an obligation to be intollerant.

]]>Internal flaws, not dealt with, become contagious.  We have an obligation to be intollerant.

]]>e3d49706-7c40-4e90-ad62-bdd28dca3639Sun, 11 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040043:31falsefull3773#6 1 Corinthians - Motives#6 1 Corinthians - MotivesOur goals will determine whether our service is sacrificing or compromising.

]]>Our goals will determine whether our service is sacrificing or compromising.

]]>45629850-9dee-4db8-9445-dbbdb46a5426Sun, 11 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -040033:46falsefull3663#5 1 Corinthians - A Sacred Temple#5 1 Corinthians - A Sacred TempleDisunity is the one crime in which the church is both the perpetrator and victim of harm.

]]>Disunity is the one crime in which the church is both the perpetrator and victim of harm.

]]>9a310d31-1205-40b0-b2cf-23ce8db65adbSun, 11 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -040041:07falsefull3553#4 1 Corinthians - Foundation#4 1 Corinthians - FoundationThe methods we use to bring people to Christ determine their stability and longevity.

]]>The methods we use to bring people to Christ determine their stability and longevity.

]]>cdeb6469-d839-4e88-8a79-f0876efc220bSat, 10 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040039:03falsefull3443#3 1 Corinthians - Christ Crucified#3 1 Corinthians - Christ CrucifiedThe true life saving message requires willingness to reject what we are attached to.

]]>The true life saving message requires willingness to reject what we are attached to.

]]>26776d50-239b-4035-b925-a91a90e53746Sat, 10 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:23falsefull3333#2 1 Corinthians - Incompatible#2 1 Corinthians - IncompatibleSomehow, two opposing viewpoints both managed to be wrong.

]]>Somehow, two opposing viewpoints both managed to be wrong.

]]>37c57a7c-2904-4dd5-9c33-23341ef850dfSat, 10 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040040:15falsefull3223#1 1 Corinthians - Intro#1 1 Corinthians - Intromeet a flawed group of people with numerous internal conflicts. Sound familiar?

]]>meet a flawed group of people with numerous internal conflicts. Sound familiar?

]]>b631c145-2667-406d-900a-36710059b4ddSat, 10 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040041:55falsefull3113#23 Job - Restoration#23 Job - RestorationAfter concluding with the controversial 'Leviathan', God restored Job through forgiveness.

]]>After concluding with the controversial 'Leviathan', God restored Job through forgiveness.

]]>50763131-3527-4e24-9c95-cecc38696cb8Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040048:46falsefull223232#22 Job - Behemoth#22 Job - BehemothThe animal kingdom provides evidence of God's character and genius.

]]>The animal kingdom provides evidence of God's character and genius.

]]>6c173e3a-20b2-42eb-8d10-579d4fb41a1cFri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040048:04falsefull222222#21 Job - Reap the Tornado#21 Job - Reap the TornadoGod identifies His character by non-living creation

]]>God identifies His character by non-living creation

]]>b6778421-7404-49ed-a0b4-617b33283907Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040046:59falsefull221212#20 Job - God's purpose#20 Job - God's purposeGod's reasons are His own and He doesn't owe us an explanation.

]]>God's reasons are His own and He doesn't owe us an explanation.

]]>fa3257b2-e343-41fe-b6dd-5959e93d409bFri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040044:47falsefull220202#19 Job - Ignorance#19 Job - IgnoranceJob's bad logic was worse than his friends, for he gave God too little credit.

]]>Job's bad logic was worse than his friends, for he gave God too little credit.

]]>550bb311-8f51-4be4-a5cd-a9283722406fFri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040043:57falsefull219192#18 Job - God's Methods#18 Job - God's MethodsElihu explains that God works separate from our assumptions. (10 min missing from recording.

]]>Elihu explains that God works separate from our assumptions. (10 min missing from recording.

]]>c230800e-bbd9-43ba-a9e5-780bba20d6d3Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040035:39falsefull218182#17 Job - Elihu's Reset#17 Job - Elihu's ResetFinally someone steps in to stop the madness as Elihu cannot bear to see an innocent man falsely accused.

]]>Finally someone steps in to stop the madness as Elihu cannot bear to see an innocent man falsely accused.

]]>e69c499b-6f96-4055-b140-84a492603f10Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040050:54falsefull217172#16 Job - Character#16 Job - CharacterDisaster reveals what is really important; family and reputation.

]]>Disaster reveals what is really important; family and reputation.

]]>01a940ba-9f3a-4f81-86e5-c784b92e2e7fFri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040048:55falsefull216162#15 Job - God in Context#15 Job - God in ContextStill reverent, Job maintains his integrity, but there's a subtle shift in how he defines it.

]]>Still reverent, Job maintains his integrity, but there's a subtle shift in how he defines it.

]]>16110fe1-3fc9-4c69-b87c-570cd029e89cFri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:39falsefull215152#14 Job - A Little Too Far#14 Job - A Little Too FarExtremes happen as time and pride work on us.

]]>Extremes happen as time and pride work on us.

]]>ffcefac6-fcf9-41ec-b975-98559db8ccd2Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040046:39falsefull214142#11 Job - Oversimplification#11 Job - OversimplificationBildad and Job exchange opinions on justice, emotions, suffering and legacy

]]>Bildad and Job exchange opinions on justice, emotions, suffering and legacy

]]>c4249a13-6e47-4fe4-a354-5ca26eaf2d5eFri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040048:48falsefull211112#10 Job - Logical Fallacies#10 Job - Logical FallaciesBad logic is what people resort to when they have no logical explanation.

]]>Bad logic is what people resort to when they have no logical explanation.

]]>eb69ed99-6c2e-4fde-a24d-d59c455ad0bfFri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040046:59falsefull210102#9 Job - Confidence#9 Job - ConfidenceJob is confident of future vindication.

]]>Job is confident of future vindication.

]]>02066291-b05a-45fb-a67e-b937d1d11ff4Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:44falsefull2992#8 Job - God's supremacy#8 Job - God's supremacyCircumstances and alleged friends have harmed Job, now he harms himself.

]]>Circumstances and alleged friends have harmed Job, now he harms himself.

]]>c613ffd0-73d9-4a68-888e-cb8d2f6d046dFri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:20falsefull2882#7 Job - Wild Imagination#7 Job - Wild ImaginationZophar follows the lead of his friends and openly invents Job's sins out of thin air.

]]>Zophar follows the lead of his friends and openly invents Job's sins out of thin air.

]]>ad12067c-4513-4bb6-8995-635c630aaae9Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040042:27falsefull2772#6 Job - Assumptions#6 Job - AssumptionsJob maintains his innocence while prejudice accuses.

]]>Job maintains his innocence while prejudice accuses.

]]>aaef6835-938f-4747-8b69-e4c5b5fcc358Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040046:13falsefull2662#5 Job - God, Pain, Friendship#5 Job - God, Pain, FriendshipIn distress Job begs for compassion and objectivity.

]]>In distress Job begs for compassion and objectivity.

]]>c134b2b7-2b0c-4f82-bcf8-31a27f0d54a4Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040043:11falsefull2552#4 Job - The cause of suffering#4 Job - The cause of sufferingEliphaz is the first 'friend' to share his opinions, logical fallacies, and hypocrisy

]]>Eliphaz is the first 'friend' to share his opinions, logical fallacies, and hypocrisy

]]>b4a47298-2d85-41c9-b4ee-6a02fa156458Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040046:28falsefull2442#3 Job - Why Me?#3 Job - Why Me?We all ask this question when we can't see logical reasons for hard times

]]>We all ask this question when we can't see logical reasons for hard times

]]>f91d5bf5-8da2-4e74-92de-6b3c67c28e6aFri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040044:33falsefull2332#2 Job - His downfall#2 Job - His downfallJob's initial response to calamity is a lesson for us in difficult times

]]>Job's initial response to calamity is a lesson for us in difficult times

]]>0b54ca4c-ba6b-4e1d-a3a8-180fcd20cf3cFri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040041:29falsefull2222#1 Job - Intro#1 Job - IntroTheories abound on this intriguing book on human suffering. We introduce Job, his wife, and Satan.

]]>Theories abound on this intriguing book on human suffering. We introduce Job, his wife, and Satan.

]]>eb9b7dea-5f58-442e-a71b-625e058b1167Fri, 09 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040043:15falsefull2112#18 Revelation - Millenium#18 Revelation - MilleniumA simple, yet relevant, explanation of the text that has been the foundation of over-dramatized fiction for decades.

]]>A simple, yet relevant, explanation of the text that has been the foundation of over-dramatized fiction for decades.

]]>e37057fb-70aa-40fe-af8c-a65da5604ae2Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040042:24falsefull118181#17 Revelation - Celebration#17 Revelation - CelebrationGod's patience runs out and history's greatest theological error is corrected.

]]>God's patience runs out and history's greatest theological error is corrected.

]]>595be673-bc63-4d85-8d14-198b25d6b2d1Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040040:52falsefull117171#16 Revelation - Perversion of Faith#16 Revelation - Perversion of FaithThe greatest departure from true faith spawns many minor false gospels.

]]>The greatest departure from true faith spawns many minor false gospels.

]]>bb3335e5-614f-4474-9b2c-c8b7727cb0e3Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:10falsefull116161#15 Revelation - Plagues and Conflict#15 Revelation - Plagues and ConflictThe geopolitical landscape changes as people ignore opportunities to repent.

]]>The geopolitical landscape changes as people ignore opportunities to repent.

]]>a72f32a4-a5d7-4396-8443-9adfcdf270a8Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040042:39falsefull115151#14 Revelation - Vengeance#14 Revelation - VengeanceGod does not merely bring justice, but delivers a blow for centuries of abuse.

]]>God does not merely bring justice, but delivers a blow for centuries of abuse.

]]>b2963984-ec32-4d53-83c2-ab5c69dd3e9cThu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040042:00falsefull114141#13 Revelation - Fall of Persecutors#13 Revelation - Fall of PersecutorsWarning and encouragement can be found as God brings justice.

]]>Warning and encouragement can be found as God brings justice.

]]>f3d397ea-d014-40b1-bfd1-a664a0734bdbThu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040044:02falsefull113131#12 Revelation - Blasphemy#12 Revelation - BlasphemyTwo forces serve as a proxy for Satan. The famous numerical clue is explored.

]]>Two forces serve as a proxy for Satan. The famous numerical clue is explored.

]]>b4e00236-e75e-4c4d-8678-be879e770b1cThu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:17falsefull112121#11 Revelation - Wilderness#11 Revelation - WildernessThe violent enemy forces God's people into temporary hiding.

]]>The violent enemy forces God's people into temporary hiding.

]]>84767c4e-28ee-49f9-ab00-8731d751b85dThu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040044:44falsefull111111#9 Revelation - Renewal#9 Revelation - RenewalThe revival brings opposition and a temporary setback for two witnesses.

]]>The revival brings opposition and a temporary setback for two witnesses.

]]>f3bc3b41-1f38-4573-b643-37e367a3a3f2Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040038:54falsefull1991#8 Revelation - Reformation#8 Revelation - ReformationThere is an awakening of spiritual thought, but not everyone is excited.

]]>There is an awakening of spiritual thought, but not everyone is excited.

]]>db4082d9-2cd4-4ba0-b77d-76c689267546Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:21falsefull1881#7 Revelation - Two Hordes#7 Revelation - Two HordesTwo invading forces bring an end to a nation who promotes idolatry in Christ's name.

]]>Two invading forces bring an end to a nation who promotes idolatry in Christ's name.

]]>c35c49c4-8a73-4ca9-9858-b958380b0fc6Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040044:15falsefull1771#6 Revelation - Dark Times#6 Revelation - Dark TimesForeboding trumpets signal a plunge into darkness while God punishes tyranny.

]]>Foreboding trumpets signal a plunge into darkness while God punishes tyranny.

]]>3759165d-d9b5-4854-b324-9cb975c03494Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040041:37falsefull1661#5 Revelation - Honoring the Fallen#5 Revelation - Honoring the FallenTwo different groups of those who sacrifice their lives are honored by God.

]]>Two different groups of those who sacrifice their lives are honored by God.

]]>3c293511-5982-4e80-9c48-dd5f2df180a8Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040044:27falsefull1551#4 Revelation - Avenging the Martyrs#4 Revelation - Avenging the MartyrsA period of extreme martyrdom draws to a close, as God brings ancient paganism to an end.

]]>A period of extreme martyrdom draws to a close, as God brings ancient paganism to an end.

]]>d66461f6-359f-4ecb-b014-211361406bbdThu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040047:37falsefull1441#3 Revelation - Four Horsemen#3 Revelation - Four HorsemenThe church remains a constant through 4 stages of a declining empire.

]]>The church remains a constant through 4 stages of a declining empire.

]]>08343d53-7e34-4897-9310-e18e3f06ba60Thu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040045:01falsefull1331#2 Revelation - The Throne#2 Revelation - The ThroneChapters 4 and 5 may be the most significant in Revelation, directing our attention to the main thing.

]]>Chapters 4 and 5 may be the most significant in Revelation, directing our attention to the main thing.

]]>a4148ee7-9a06-4d19-beff-5284f695784dThu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040048:13falsefull1221#1 Three Views of Revelation#1 Three Views of RevelationIntroduction to the symbolic portion of Revelation. Why we will follow a particular course of interpretation.

]]>Introduction to the symbolic portion of Revelation. Why we will follow a particular course of interpretation.

]]>692b367f-230e-4dbc-b0e3-7b94e75553bfThu, 08 Dec 2022 09:00:00 -040042:05falsefull1111