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Aug 8, 2024 • 27min

Should Christians Make Use of the Concept of Meditation?

The podcast dives into the role of meditation in Christianity, highlighting its spiritual benefits over mere stress relief. It contrasts Christian meditation with Eastern practices, focusing on scriptural foundations. The hosts tackle panentheism, emphasizing the importance of Jesus' teachings in navigating New Age beliefs. They also address the frustrations of a lack of apologetics in church sermons, advocating for patience and community support. Lastly, the significance of diverse gifts within the Body of Christ is explored, encouraging active participation in faith communities.
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Aug 5, 2024 • 24min

Is It Okay to Pray for the Destruction and Downfall of Our Enemies?

The hosts dive deep into the ethics of praying for the downfall of enemies, examining the imprecatory Psalms and their relevance in today's prayers. They discuss the complex nature of divine justice versus human feelings, advocating for grace instead of vengeance. The conversation also tackles how God allows temptation while remaining blameless and the importance of confession and forgiveness. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on their own prayers and the intention behind their requests for justice.
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Aug 1, 2024 • 22min

Can I Be Acting on Godly Wisdom if My Choice Is Giving Me Deep Pain?

The guest, a combat veteran grappling with PTSD, shares his emotional struggles with faith and community connections. He discusses whether acting on godly wisdom can coexist with deep personal pain. The conversation delves into the tension between true wisdom and worldly perspectives, emphasizing gentleness and mercy. Healing from combat experiences is also explored, along with the vital role of counseling and community support. Additionally, the ethical dilemmas faced by Christian public defenders in representing clients are thoughtfully examined, highlighting mercy and fairness.
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Jul 29, 2024 • 28min

Is Humanity’s Justice Better Than God’s?

Delve into the intriguing contrast between humanity's approach to justice and divine concepts. The discussion tackles tough questions about God’s requirement for punishment versus forgiveness. What does Jesus's crucifixion really signify in terms of grace and justice? Discover how the theological themes of redemption and reconciliation play out, along with thought-provoking insights on penal substitutionary atonement. This exploration invites listeners to rethink interpretations of justice and morality in both human and divine contexts.
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Jul 25, 2024 • 24min

Why Didn’t God Start Humanity Over Right Away by Destroying Adam and Eve?

Why didn't God eliminate Adam and Eve after their fall? The discussion dives into divine reasoning and the complexities of judgment and grace. What if another fall happens in the new creation? Could it lead to an infinite cycle of creation and fall? The speakers explore the nature of free will, suggesting that true freedom exists in choosing good, highlighting how salvation is tied to humanity's sinful nature. The conversation also touches on the role of divine inspiration in scripture, emphasizing individual agency.
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Jul 22, 2024 • 30min

What Does Boasting in Our Weaknesses Look Like?

Exploring the concept of boasting in weaknesses according to the Bible, sanctifying Christ in our hearts, and balancing our lives outside of Christ. Reflecting on trials and suffering, showcasing God's glory through weaknesses, and integrating faith into all aspects of life.
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Jul 18, 2024 • 26min

How Could God Kill All the Firstborn Babies in the Tenth Plague?

Exploring tough questions like God's actions in the tenth plague, the flood, and calamity today. Delving into God's authority in life and death, understanding historical contexts of genocide, and highlighting His sovereignty in biblical narratives.
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Jul 15, 2024 • 26min

Does the Bible Say That Someday Everyone Will Worship God?

Questions about whether the Bible says that someday everyone in the world will worship God, the purpose of worshiping God, and whether it might be the case that God has created another universe where that creation also gives him glory. Does it say anywhere in the Bible that someday everyone (all the world) will worship God? [Note: after recording this episode, we also came across Psalm 66:3–4, which says that “all the earth will worship” God, but also that his enemies will give him “feigned obedience.”] What is the purpose of worshiping God? If God maximizes his glory in this universe, is it reasonable to think he’s maximized his glory in another universe or in some other creative act that involves his creation giving him glory?
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Jul 11, 2024 • 22min

Is Post-Mortem Salvation an Orthodox Doctrine?

Exploring the debate on post-mortem salvation in Christianity, reconciling verses on accountability and forgiveness, and distinguishing true conviction of sin by the Holy Spirit from other sources of guilt and accusations.
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Jul 8, 2024 • 22min

Doesn’t Acts Argue That Not All Believers Receive the Holy Spirit?

This podcast delves into the debate on whether all believers in Acts receive the Holy Spirit, exploring Acts 5:14 and 8:9-17. They also discuss if 'Holy Ghost' is a derogatory term for the Holy Spirit, and highlight the importance of genuine faith and regeneration in receiving the Spirit in the New Covenant.

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