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Tag: Theology
Truth & the Meaning of Words [March 2026 Live Event]
Does it seem to you like words are beginning to lose their meaning in our society? This trend was noticed by the Christian intellectual giants Francis Schaeffer and Walter Martin.
On March 28th at 10:00am CT I’ll give a recorded presentation and then a discussion to follow.
Judged by Works? Romans 2:6–11 Explained
This is the second part of our rigorous Bible study of Romans, my favorite book of the Bible!
In this study we’re zooming in on Romans 2:6-11, but we are more broadly considering the first three chapters of Romans.
By the end of this second part of our study, I hope you will be able to share a taste of the “AHA!” moment I had while meditating on these verses. When you tug on the thread of Romans 2:6-11, you really do begin to unravel the message of the entire Bible!
The LDS View of the Fall: A “Good Thing”? | A Biblical Response
Was the Fall of Adam and Eve a blessing or a tragedy? In my recent video, I explore how the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) teaches that the Fall was a good and necessary event — and why, from a biblical perspective, that view contradicts Scripture’s message about sin and salvation.
LDS General Conference April 2025 Analysis | Testimony, Authority, and Salvation
Join me as I delve into the themes and theology presented during the April 2025 General Conference of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, including the emphasis on an inner testimony, the role of authority in the church, and intriguing discussions surrounding the church’s soteriology (teachings on salvation).
Romans 1:18–32 Explained | God’s Wrath, Human Sin, and the Need for Grace
Join me for an in-depth, verse-by-verse study through Romans 1:18–32, the powerful passage where Paul reveals the truth about human nature, sin, and God’s righteous response.
In this first part of our Romans Series, we explore key themes in Christian anthropology (what the Bible teaches about humanity) and epistemology (how we know truth about God). Together, we’ll unpack how God’s grace reaches a fallen world—and the deep consequences when humanity rejects His truth.
THE SON OF GOD: THE UNCREATED CREATOR [A RESPONSE TO JEHOVAH’S WITNESSES]
Join me in this enlightening study where I present the results of my six-month study on the beliefs of Jehovah’s Witnesses, particularly their perspective on Jesus Christ. This analysis contrasts their views with the Biblical narrative, especially regarding Jesus’ involvement in the creation of the universe and the discussion of his nature as either created or uncreated. This in-depth research is my most extensive to date and is intended for Christians eager to deepen their understanding of their faith, as well as those interested in the principles of hermeneutics and Biblical interpretation. Discover the complexities of competing interpretations with me.
My Conversation with One of Jehovah’s Witnesses [The Million $ Question]
I’ve been meeting with one of Jehovah’s Witnesses regularly. It’s been fun, he’s trying to convert me to his worldview and I’m praying he turns to the Biblical Christ.
I asked him, “If the leaders of your organization (the Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society) announced…
Can the Bible and LGBT+ be Reconciled? [Every Relevant Verse]
Does the Bible condemn homosexuality? Is it a sin to be gay? Here’s every Bible passage that is directly relevant to these questions.
Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright [2022 Book Review]
My brother and I went through Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright to celebrate Easter last year. The book is essentially a reminder (to some, a surprising revelation) that God’s plan for His people is not for us to float around as disembodied souls playing harps for eternity. His plan is to change everything, to make the physical and the spiritual world new, uniting the two.
How Do You Receive the Holy Spirit? [According to the Bible]
I looked at every use of the word “spirit” in the New Testament to doe examine every instance in which someone received the Holy Spirit and tally which of these additional elements above were present. I also examined every passage which taught about the Holy Spirit, especially looking for any passage teaching on what elements must be present for the receipt thereof.
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