No Question Left Behind Q&A

May 29, 2025

Listeners dive into vital questions about teaching the Trinity and the significance of different Bible translations. The discussion covers engaging personal Bible reading practices and theological interpretations, including the descent of Jesus into hell and the mysterious Nephilim. The hosts emphasize the church's role in guiding spiritual growth while navigating complex issues like doctrinal differences between denominations. Humor and camaraderie shine as they also celebrate the launch of a new Deep Discipleship program aimed at enhancing theological literacy.

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Key Teaching Points on the Trinity

Emphasize that God is one and Trinitarianism is monotheistic in teaching the Trinity.
Teach that God the Father sends the Son, who accomplishes salvation, and the Holy Spirit applies it.

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Bible Reading Approach

Merge devotional Bible reading with vocational study for deeper engagement.
Read larger Bible passages several times a week rather than daily small devotions.

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Getting People Interested in Theology

Ask people questions about their opinions on the world to reveal their theological interests.
Show how everyday opinions connect to theological questions to pique interest in theology.

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Jen Wilkin, JT English, and Kyle Worley answer questions submitted by listeners!

Questions Covered in This Episode:

What 2-3 things that are essential when teaching others about the Trinity?
How much time do you spend reading the Bible?
What is your favorite Bible translation?
How do you get people interested in theology?
Did Jesus descend into hell when he died on the cross?
What book of the Bible is often overlooked?
Are there multiple legitimate ways to interpret scripture in the area of human ancestry? What are the fundamental elements any Biblical view needs to affirm? Does Romans 5:12 imply that non-human biological death didn't exist before the fall, or is it speaking primarily of human death and separation from God?
Are the Nephilim in Job 1:6 fallen angels?
Would you allow a non-Christian to be a Sunday school leader?
What's the difference between a Presbyterian and a Baptist?
Can you explain covenant theology?
What are good resources to develop Bible literacy?
How do we reconcile the inspiration of Scripture with 1 Corinthians 7:10?
Did Jesus offer sacrifices in the temple?
When do you know it's time to move on from your church?
In Revelation, as the bowls of wrath are being poured out, what is going on with the dead?
Is watching a show that depicts Jesus a violation of the Second Commandment?

Helpful Definitions:

Trinitarianism: God eternally exists as one essence and three distinct persons, God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit, each of whom is fully God, yet there is one God.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

Deuteronomy 6:4-9, Romans 5:12, Job 1:6, Genesis 6:4, 1 Corinthians 7:10
Deep Discipleship Program
Knowing Faith Trinity
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Knowing Faith: What Did Christ Do with Matthew Emerson

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