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WWUTT 2510 Q&A The Promised Land Show, Did Rahab Lie, Mentoring Younger Pastors, Action Figure Jesus

Nov 21, 2025
The hosts dive into listener questions about the Promised Land series, unpacking critiques and the serious portrayal of biblical events. A key discussion revolves around whether Rahab's wartime lies were justified, contrasting her motives with examples from scripture. They also explore the dynamics of mentoring younger pastors, emphasizing the importance of mutual submission and adaptability in leadership roles. Lastly, the conversation turns to the implications of Jesus action figures and the balance of reverence in worship practices.
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ANECDOTE

Personal Family Trial And Gospel Hope

  • Pastor Gabriel shares his father's recent Lewy body dementia diagnosis and rapid decline.
  • He recounts teaching him the Bible and praying that his dad will not forget the gospel.
INSIGHT

Comedy Softens Biblical Gravity

  • The Promised Land show downplays sin's severity by turning punishments into comedic, mild outcomes.
  • That softening undermines Exodus's theological focus and the gravity of idolatry.
ADVICE

Evaluate Deception By Its Context

  • When judging Rahab's actions, consider context: she hid spies and diverted soldiers to preserve lives.
  • The narrative shows God honored her preservation of innocent lives, so her deception was not condemned.
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