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Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly "Bear Christianity")

119 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 26 ratings

Jesus says in the 4th chapter of the Gospel According to John, true worshippers of God must worship in spirit and in truth. Christian doctrines are the organization of Biblical truth. In order for our worship... doxology to be proper, we must know the truth about God. Thus, doctrine for doxology...This podcast use to be entitled Bear Christianity, which was a name play on the popular C.S. Lewis book, Mere Christianity. My focus early on was more about Christian apologetics. Now, my focus has shifted to Great Doctrines of the Bible.I also teach this same material in Life Groups at my church each Sunday. Please feel free to email any questions: [email protected]

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Covenant: Definition, Word Origin, Examples

March 26, 2024 08:00 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MB

In the 29th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I give an overview of Covenants. What is the definition of a Covenant? How is a covenant different than a contract? How do Biblical Covenants resemble covenants of the Ancient Near East? Doxology: Our God is a Covenant-Keeping God! He is faithful. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones God's Kingdom Through God's Covenants by Peter Gentry and Stephen Wellum Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translati...

Jesus our Kinsman Redeemer

March 12, 2024 08:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB

In the 28th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I discuss the concept of Levirate marriage in the Old Testmant, the Kinsman Redeemer in Ruth, and how Jesus is our "Kinsman Redeemer". My Resources Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will save you 10% on any base package plus 5 free resources. I do receive a commission from any pu...

Redemption

March 05, 2024 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

In the 27th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I give an overview of Redemption. What is Redemption? Redemption relates to deliverance from a situation or from enemies. Most often, this involves paying a price to “buy back” the person or thing that is being ransomed. I also list out 9 facts about Redemption as presented by Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Lexham Theological Wordbook by Lexham Press Lexham Survey of Theology by Lexham ...

Original Pollution: Total Depravity and Total Inability

February 27, 2024 09:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MB

In the 26th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I discuss the doctrines of Total Depravity and Total Inability. We will survey the basics of the Pelagius v. Augustinian controversy, making the argument for Monergism, that we are saved by the grace of God alone. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul The Letter to the Romans by Douglas Moo Systematic Theology by John Frame Lexham Survey of Theology by Lexham Press Bible verses...

Original Sin: Guilty "in Adam". Justified "in Christ". Romans 5:12-21

February 20, 2024 09:00 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MB

In the 25th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I talk about Original Sin. This is a condition we inherit from Adam. More specifically, I walk through Romans 5:12-21 in reference to the Original Guilt we inherit from Adam. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul The Letter to the Romans by Douglas Moo Systematic Theology by John Frame Lexham Survey of Theology by Lexham Press Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ES...

The Fall of Adam and Eve. The Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil.

February 13, 2024 09:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MB

In the 24th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I talk about the sin of Adam and Eve eating from the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul The Book of Genesis by Victor Hamilton (NICOT: New International Commentary Series) Article: Illumination and Investiture: The Royal Significance of the Tree of Wisdom in Genesis 3 by William N. Wilder Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the...

Created in the Image of God

January 30, 2024 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB

In the 23rd episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I talk about what it means to be created in the image of God. In Latin, this is referred to as the Imago Dei. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul The Book of Genesis by Victor Hamilton (NICOT: New International Commentary Series) The Letter to the Romans by Douglas Moo The Reformation Study Bible Faithlife Study Bible Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV tra...

The Creation of Man and Woman

January 23, 2024 09:00 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

In the 22nd episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I talk about the creation of man and woman. This includes the Creation Mandate in Genesis 1:28, as well as the creation of man and woman in Genesis 2. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul The Book of Genesis by Victor Hamilton (NICOT: New International Commentary Series) When Adam Named Eve by Joey Cochran (Article from CBMW.org) Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the...

Providence

January 16, 2024 09:00 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MB

In the 21st episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I talk about the doctrine of God's Providence. There are three aspects of the providence of God: Preservation, Government, Concurrence. God preserves His creation and His covenants. God's government is teleological -- He is focused on an end goal. Concurrence is the "running together" of divine and human agency. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Everyone's a Theologican by R.C. Sproul Bible verses quoted in th...

The Doctrine of Creation

January 09, 2024 09:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MB

In the 20th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I talk about the doctrine of creation. God created ex nihilo, and all of creation is dependent on God for its existence. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Louis Berkhof's Systematic Theology John Frame's Systematic Theology Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the l...

Typology and a Bible Study on the Brook of Kidron

January 02, 2024 09:00 - 26 minutes - 24.2 MB

In the 19th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I talk about Typology and the Kidron Valley. This valley runs north and south between the Temple Mount and the Mount of Olives. David crossed this brook as he was fleeing his son Absolom. Jesus also crossed this brook on the night of His betrayal. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my ...

Is Jesus Michael the Archangel?

December 26, 2023 09:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MB

In the 18th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I address the belief of some people that Michael the Archangel is actually Jesus. This includes a discussion of Michael the Archangel mentioned in Daniel 10 and 12, Jude 9, and Revelation 12. I do not believe Jesus is Michael the Archangel, and I give my reasons why. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Softwar...

Fallen Angels and the Nephilim: 1 Peter 3:19 and Genesis 6:1-4

December 19, 2023 09:00 - 41 minutes - 38 MB

In the 17th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I discuss an interpretation of 1 Peter 3:19 and Genesis 6:1-4 which involves fallen angels (" the sons of God") taking "the daughters of men" and producing giant offspring called the Nephilim. My Resources Unseen Realm by Dr. Michael Heiser The Book of Enoch aka: 1 Enoch Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every ...

Resisting the Devil: A Biblical Survey of Satan

December 12, 2023 09:00 - 53 minutes - 48.6 MB

In the 16th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I discuss the Satan and the fallen angels. After briefly covering the Satan's fall mentioned in Ezekiel 28 and Isaiah 14, I discuss the Biblical approach to resisting Satan. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will sav...

Good Angels: A Biblical Survey

December 05, 2023 09:00 - 56 minutes - 52.1 MB

In the 15th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I discuss the Good Angels. This episode is basically a Biblical survey of verses about angels. What are angels like? Is there a hierarchy of angels? What do angels do? My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will save yo...

Read the Bible

November 28, 2023 09:00 - 13 minutes - 11.9 MB

In this brief episode, I discuss some of my basic recommendations for Bible reading and Bible study. This was inspired by two recent discussions with friends and family. My Recommendations YouVersion Bible App: M'Cheyne Bible Reading Plan Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul Salvation Belongs to the LORD by John Frame Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software ...

The Foreknowledge of God

November 21, 2023 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MB

In the 14th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I discuss the Foreknowledge of God and answer some hypothetical objections to what the Bible teaches about the Eternal Decree of God. God's Foreknowledge is not God looking through time, seeing who chooses Him and who rejects Him, and then electing those who choose Him to eternal life. Rather, God's foreknowledge is God choosing to enter into a special relationship with certain people. This is by His grace and is based on God's own good pleasure....

God's Eternal Decree

November 14, 2023 09:00 - 33 minutes - 31 MB

In the 13th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I discuss the Eternal Decrees of God. There are two categories of God's Will. First, His Decretive Will is secret and eternal. It cannot change. Second, God's Preceptive Will is based on God's "precepts" or laws. People break God's Preceptive Will all the time. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every ...

Bible Verses that Contradict the Trinity????

November 07, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MB

In the 12th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I discuss certain passages which cult groups may use to try to disprove the Trinity, the Deity of Jesus Christ, and the Hypostatic Union. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones The Forgotten Trinity by James White Salvation Belongs to the LORD; An Introduction to Systematic Theology by John Frame Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every d...

The Hypostatic Union: Christ is 1 Person with 2 Natures

October 31, 2023 08:00 - 21 minutes - 19.3 MB

In the 11th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I review the Trinity basics we discussed last week and talk about the Hypostatic Union. The 2nd Person of the Trinity is 1 Person with 2 Natures. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones The Forgotten Trinity by James White Salvation Belongs to the LORD; An Introduction to Systematic Theology by John Frame Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Softwar...

The Basics of the Trinity: A definition, Biblical proofs, and a brief discussion of Trinitarian Heresies

October 24, 2023 08:00 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MB

In the 10th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I discuss the Trinity. Within the one Being of God, there exists three coequal and coeternal Persons, namely the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones The Forgotten Trinity by James White Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link...

The Trinitarian Devotion of John Owen

October 17, 2023 08:00 - 15 minutes - 14.2 MB

In this bonus episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I share some of my favorite quotes from the book, The Trinitarian Devotion of John Owen by Sinclair Ferguson. This book is part of a series of books entitled A Long Line of Godly Men Profile published by Ligonier Ministries. Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will save you 10% on ...

The Communicable Attributes of God

October 10, 2023 08:00 - 43 minutes - 40 MB

In the 8th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I discuss the Communicable Attributes of God... the Holiness, Righteousness, Love, Grace, Mercy, and Faithfulness of God. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will save you 10% on any base package plus 5 free resources. ...

God is Spirit: Immaterial, Invisible, Infinite, and Personal.

October 03, 2023 08:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

In the 7th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology, I discuss the John 4 regarding the spirituality and personality of God. As a spirit being, God is immaterial, invisible, and infinite. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (This week is loosely based off chapter 3) Lexham Survey of Theology No One Like Him by John Feinberg (Systematic Theology) Systematic Theology by John Frame. Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. ...

The Existence, Aseity, and Incomprehensibility of God

September 26, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MB

In the sixth episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity), I discuss the existence of God, the aseity of God, and the incomprehensibility of God. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (This week is loosely based off chapter 3) Lexham Survey of Theology No One Like Him by John Feinberg (Systematic Theology) Systematic Theology by John Frame. Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bibl...

Why Do Christians Disagree on Doctrine?

September 19, 2023 08:00 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MB

In the fifth episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity), I discuss why Christians disagree on certain doctrines. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (This week is loosely based off chapter 3) Knowing Scripture by R.C. Sproul Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will save you 10% o...

How to Interpret the Bible. The Analogy of Faith. Hermeneutics. Exegesis vs Eisegesis.

September 12, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 36.1 MB

In the fourth episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity), I discuss how we should interpret Scripture. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (This week is loosely based off chapter 3) Knowing Scripture by R.C. Sproul Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will save you 10% on any bas...

D4D: Scripture: Inspired, Inerrant, Sufficient, and Spiritually Discerned

September 05, 2023 08:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MB

In the third episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity), I discuss how we know God. Most of the episode focus on an exegesis of 2 Timothy 3:16-17. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (This week is loosely based off chapter 3) Canon Revisited by Dr. Michael Kruger Sola Scriptura edited by Don Kistler The Inspiration and Authority of the Bible by Dr. B.B. Warfield Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwis...

D4D: Revelation. "Jews demand signs, Greeks seek wisdom, but we preach Christ crucified..."

August 29, 2023 08:00 - 41 minutes - 38.3 MB

In this second episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity), I discuss how we know God. 1 Corinthians 1:22-23 says that Jews demand signs and Greeks seek wisdom... This is the man-centered, worldly way to try to know God. The only way we can truly know God is through revelation from God. He must reveal Himself to us. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (This week is loosely based off chapter 2) Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ES...

Doctrine 4 Doxology: Introduction. Why study Biblical doctrine?

August 22, 2023 08:00 - 39 minutes - 35.7 MB

In this first episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity), I introduce what will be a very long series covering Biblical Doctrines. The purpose of know Biblical doctrine is so that we know God, and thus, our worship of God is in Spirit AND TRUTH. This is why it is called doctrine 4 doxology. Doxology refers to a short phrase of praise to God, but more generally refers to our worship of God. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted...

Romans 13 and the American War for Independence

August 15, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes - 29.7 MB

In this episode, I discuss Romans 13, "Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities..." I've heard people say the American War for Independence (Revolutionary War) was a violation of Romans 13. Is that true? My Resources Canon + App. Search: "Steve Wilkins"... Enjoy! Vindiciae Contra Tyrannos Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and th...

The Peace of God Guards Your Hearts and Minds In Christ Jesus

August 08, 2023 08:00 - 37 minutes - 34.2 MB

In this episode, I discuss Philippians 4:6-7. After sharing some thoughts about anxiety, I walkthrough verse 7 word by word. (Philippians 4:6–7, ESV) do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. My Resources Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwis...

Ahaziah: Age 22 or 42? Error in the Bible?

August 01, 2023 08:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MB

In this episode, I discuss a common "problem" presented to Christians about an error or contradiction in the Bible. It's found by comparing the following two verses. (2 Kings 8:26, NKJV) Ahaziah was twenty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned one year in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Athaliah the granddaughter of Omri, king of Israel. (2 Chronicles 22:2, NKJV) Ahaziah was forty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned one year in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was At...

What does it mean for believers to be glorified?

July 25, 2023 08:00 - 29 minutes - 26.7 MB

This is the 8th episode in a series about the Glory of God. God is most glorified in the salvation of sinners. The final stage of that is called "glorification." Romans 8:29–30 For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers. And those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he called he also justified, and those whom he justified he also glorified. My Resources Bible verses quo...

Favorite Quotes on the Glory of God

July 18, 2023 08:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB

Quotes What is the glory of God? It is the manifestation of any or all of his attributes. In other words, it is the displaying of God to the world. Thus, things which glorify God are things which show the characteristics of his being to the world. Charles Caldwell Ryrie God’s glory is and must forever remain the Christian’s true point of departure. Anything that begins anywhere else, whatever it is, is certainly not New Testament Christianity.1 A. W. Tozer Prayer, like everything else i...

Jesus Lays Down His Life

July 11, 2023 08:00 - 16 minutes - 15.3 MB

This is the 6th episode on the glory of God. I discuss part 2 of the "Divine Dilemma". How can God justly condemn the righteous? Proverbs 17:15 "He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous are both alike an abomination to the Lord." My Resources Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will save you 10% on any ...

Why is Jesus the Only Way? He is the God-Man.

July 04, 2023 08:00 - 29 minutes - 26.6 MB

This is the 5th episode on the glory of God. I discuss the importance of Jesus being fully God and fully man and the implications of this in regards to our forgiveness. Romans 3:23-26 "for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, whom God put forward as a propitiation by his blood, to be received by faith. This was to show God’s righteousness, because in his divine forbearance he had passed...

The Glory of God in the Gospel: Propitiation. Mercy. Justice.

June 27, 2023 08:00 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MB

This is the fourth episode in a series on the Glory of God. In this episode I talk about how God forgives sin yet upholds His own perfection in holiness and righteousness. God is "just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus." This is contrasted against Allah. In the Quran, Allah is said to be "the most gracious" and "the most merciful." However, what happens to the punishment for sin if Allah chooses to forgive. Allah may be gracious and merciful, but without perfectly punishing...

The Glory of God in the Gospel: Grace. Justification. Imputed Righteousness.

June 20, 2023 08:00 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MB

This is the third episode in a series on the Glory of God. In this episode I talk about the Gospel, Justification, and Imputed Righteousness as it relates to the glory of God. The Glory of God is the display of His attributes. A.W. Tozer quote: "The gospel in its scriptural context puts the glory of God first and the salvation of man second." My Resources Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my...

What is "falling short of the glory of God" in Romans 3:23?

June 13, 2023 08:00 - 28 minutes - 26.3 MB

This is the second episode in a series on the Glory of God. In this episode I give my explanation for what it means to "fall short of the glory of God" in Romans 3:23. The Glory of God is the display of His attributes, and falling short of the glory of God is when mankind misrepresents or distorts the attributes of God. My Resources Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an af...

What is the Glory of God?

June 06, 2023 08:00 - 30 minutes - 28.3 MB

This is the first episode in a series on the Glory of God. In this episode I give some definitions of the Glory of God and survey the Bible on this topic. As Christians, how do we glorify God? What is the chief end of man? The Glory of God is the display of His attributes. My Resources Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below wi...

Jehovah's Witnesses and the 144,000 (Special Music by "Thief to King")

March 23, 2023 11:40 - 37 minutes - 33.9 MB

Summary In this episode, I discuss what Jehovah's Witnesses believe about the 144,000 people who will go to heaven. Should this number be taken literally or symbolically? My Resources I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will save you 10% on any base package plus 5 free resources. I do receive a commission from any purchases you make using the link below, but it does not increase your cost. In fact, in this case,...

Jehovah's Witnesses and John 1:1c. The Word was "God" or "a god"?

February 28, 2023 09:00 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MB

Summary In this episode, I discuss John 1:1 and why the last phrase should be translated, "and the Word was God". The Jehovah's Witnesses translate that phrase, "and the Word was a god". I explain some basics of Biblical Greek, talk about Colwell's Rule, and then point to John 1:1a and John 1:3 as a reference to the eternality of the Word. I also discuss Mark 2:28 as evidence the Jehovah's Witnesses New World Translation (NWT) is inconsistent in it's translation process. My Resources I u...

Jehovah's Witnesses at Your Door: Part 2

February 06, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.5 MB

I share my basic approach when first speaking to a Jehovah's Witness. The strategy is not my own, and is a very common approach by many Christians. It relies on the Bible... go figure!!! Today's episode discusses Jeremiah 31:33-34 quoted by Hebrews 10:15-17. This shows that the Holy Spirit is not an impersonal energy force as Jehovah's Witnesses believe. Next, I discuss John 12:41 compared to Isaiah 6:1-3. This is another set of passages showing the Bible speaks of Jesus as Jehovah. My Reso...

Jehovah's Witnesses at Your Door: Part 1

January 23, 2023 09:00 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MB

I share my basic approach when first speaking to a Jehovah's Witness. The strategy is not my own, and is a very common approach by many Christians. It relies on the Bible... go figure!!! My Resources I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partner with them, and the link below will save you 10% on any base package plus 5 free resources. Logos Bible Software 10% off Base Package My Friend’s Podcast “Andrew’s Daily Five” - Music countdowns. A great way t...

Beginnings 17: Day of Rest

January 10, 2023 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.4 MB

I discuss Genesis 1:31-2:3. Day 7 of Creation. My Friend’s Podcast “Andrew’s Daily Five” - Music countdowns. A great way to discover music, both new and old! Music Music by MichaelKobrin from Pixabay (Intro/Outro) Music by JuliusH from Pixabay (Sponsor/Commercial) Email [email protected] Instagram @the_real_bear_martin Twitter @bear4Christos

Beginnings 16: Be Fruitful... Subdue... Have Dominion

January 03, 2023 09:00 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MB

I discuss Genesis 1:28. My Friend’s Podcast “Andrew’s Daily Five” - Music countdowns. A great way to discover music, both new and old! Music Music by MichaelKobrin from Pixabay (Intro/Outro) Music by JuliusH from Pixabay (Sponsor/Commercial) Email [email protected] Instagram @the_real_bear_martin Twitter @bear4Christos

The #1 2023 Goal and 2022 Reflections

December 27, 2022 09:00 - 15 minutes - 13.9 MB

I share tips for the #1 Goal of 2023... Reading the Bible in 1 year. Also, I reflect on 2022. Resources Collision: Christopher Hitchens and Douglas Wilson James White vs. Patrick Madrid (Sola Scriptura Debate) The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment by Jeremiah Burroughs My Friend’s Podcast “Andrew’s Daily Five” - Music countdowns. A great way to discover music, both new and old! Music Music by MichaelKobrin from Pixabay (Intro/Outro) Music by JuliusH from Pixabay (Sponsor/Commercia...

Beginnings 15: God created them Male and Female.

December 20, 2022 09:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MB

I discuss transgenderism from a Biblical Worldview. Resources Healthline Article: 68 Terms that Describe Gender Identity and Expression Article: Suicidality Among Transgender Youth Article: A Plausible Explanation of Increased Suicidal Behaviors Among Transgender Youth Based on the Interpersonal Theory of Suicide (IPTS) Book: When Harry Became Sally by Ryan Anderson, PhD My Friend’s Podcast “Andrew’s Daily Five” - Music countdowns. A great way to discover music, both new and old! Mus...

Beginnings 14: Created in the Image of God

December 13, 2022 09:00 - 32 minutes - 29.3 MB

I discuss what I believe the Bible means when it says we are made "In the image of God". My Friend’s Podcast “Andrew’s Daily Five” - Music countdowns. A great way to discover music, both new and old! Music Music by MichaelKobrin from Pixabay (Intro/Outro) Music by JuliusH from Pixabay (Sponsor/Commercial) Email [email protected] Instagram @the_real_bear_martin Twitter @bear4Christos