Don't human beings have to have free will in order for love to be authentic? What role does God have in securing the love of his creatures? Welcome to a big, deep topic. Resources: God Reforms Hearts: Rethinking Free Will and the Problem of Evil – Thaddeus Williams
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More than one billion people around the world speak English as a second language. But they don’t speak it well and live in cultures where information is passed along orally. So how do we get God’s Word into their minds and hearts? Special guest Ian Bultman will help explain that and how you are or…
Read MoreMore than one billion people around the world speak English as a second language. But they don't speak it well and live in cultures where information is passed along orally. So how do we get God's Word into their minds and hearts? Special guest Ian Bultman will help explain that and how you are or…
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It has a complicated history, but knowing something about feminism's ideological genealogy is important to discerning its usefulness to the Christian life. This episode will provide a brief overview of feminism's history and some pastoral reflections on its foundations. Resources: God's Design for Man and Woman: A Biblical-Theological Survey – Andreas J. Kostenberger & Margaret…
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The reliability of the Bible is contested in every generation. Every generation has to find ways to provide sound reasons for believing its truthfulness. This episode will highlight three reasons the New Testament in particular ought to be believed. Resources: Why I Trust the Bible: Answers to Real Questions and Doubts People Have about the…
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Religious liberty is a “culture war” issue these days. It's often discussed in civics classes, but is it a biblical and theological concept? You might be surprised to find out how many biblical motifs are connected to this subject. Resources: Politics after Christendom: Political Theology in a Fractured World – David VanDrunen Political Church: The Local…
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On the surface, it's not all that apparent what biblical counseling is. It will have a critical role to play at Alliance Bible Church for years to come so clarity is vital. Resources: https://biblicalcounseling.com/ https://myabc.church/counseling
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There is so much confusion about biblical prophecy. Stating bluntly, many people don't know how to read and interpret it correctly. This short episode will provide introductory exposure to how the Scriptures themselves use prophecy.
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The commonalities and differences between Roman Catholicism and Protestantism will likely be equally surprising to those not well-versed in what each believes. While this episode won't hit every detail, it's a good starting point to make some necessary distinctions. Resources: Catechism of the Catholic Church 40 Questions About Roman Catholicism – Gregg Allison Talking with Catholics…
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There has been no shortage of “deconstruction” or “deconversion” stories to be found on the internet. While the words associated with it may sound new, the phenomenon has been around for centuries. Resources: The Deconstruction of Christianity: What It Is, Why It’s Destructive, and How to Respond – Alisa Childers and Tim Barnett
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