Issues, Etc. Responding to Listener Email and the Issues, Etc. Comment Line, 10/28/25 (3011)
Oct 28, 2025
Explore the debate about Jesus' identity as a Samaritan and its implications in the Church. Discuss the controversy over female pastors and the cultural interpretations of Paul's writings. Delve into the complexities of atonement theories, including a critique of Gerhard Forde's views versus penal substitution. Enjoy engaging discussions on baseball, including the impact of technology on officiating. Plus, warnings about AI's role in churches and insights on setting up studio microphones for podcasting.
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Stand On Scripture
- Luther's refusal at the Diet of Worms exemplifies principled public witness grounded in Scripture.
- Todd Wilkin frames Reformation truths as necessary for 21st-century proclamation.
Verify Bold Sermon Claims
- Do not accept speculative sermon claims without checking Scripture and context.
- Verify pastor interpretations, especially bold historical or geographic assertions about Jesus.
Two Genealogies Matter
- The Bible provides two genealogies for Jesus to teach theological points about incarnation.
- The Holy Spirit inspired both Matthew and Luke to make distinct but important lineage claims.
