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Getting Orthodoxy Right and Heresy Wrong

In the realm of Christian theology, Orthodoxy stands as a beacon of true belief, while Heresy looms like a shadow, threatening to distort the core truths. Heterodoxy, though...

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Anxious
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“Stop Reading Your Bible”: My Advice for Those Experiencing the Dark Side of Doubt

In the midst of my profound doubt, I found myself in a paradoxical struggle. My extensive background in theology, once a source of unwavering conviction, now seemed to amplify...

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handing over scripture
Apologetics
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How We Know 1 Corinthians 15:3-7 is a Very Early Creed

In the early days of Christianity, the message of the Gospel was succinctly encapsulated in 1 Corinthians 15:3-7. This passage, known as the Kerygma, outlines the core...

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. . . and other stupid statements
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“You Can’t Use the Bible to Prove the Bible” . . . And Other Stupid Statements

Delve into the intriguing exploration of the Bible as a historical document. This piece examines its multifaceted composition, the unique testimony of the New Testament, and...

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Apologetics
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My Favorite Passage That’s Not in the Bible

Discover a thought-provoking exploration of Bible controversies. Dive deep into scholarly debates surrounding the authenticity of disputed passages, and explore their profound...

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Current Issues in Theology
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The Origin Of Bad Doctrine – A Denial Of The Secret Things

Most heresy and wrong doctrine, I think you will find, is based on man’s undue attempt to make the ineffable, effible (don’t get cute with the puns!). It is an attempt...

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Cults
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What is the New Age Movement and Why it Matters More Today Than Ever

In this exploration of the New Age Movement, we delve into its core concepts: a fusion of diverse spiritual and metaphysical ideas emphasizing self-discovery, a holistic...

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Bibliology
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The Dangers of Learning Greek (or Hebrew)

In this post, we delve into the complexities of interpreting biblical texts with varying levels of Greek and Hebrew proficiency. We explore the risks associated with beginner...

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Authenticity
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Be a Sinner — The Art of Sinning Boldly So We Can Love God Boldly

This post delves into the importance of authenticity, inspired by Chuck Swindoll's advice and Martin Luther's teachings, highlighting personal growth and the journey towards...

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The New Prophets: Authority, Experience, and the Collapse of Trust
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The New Prophets: Authority, Experience, and the Collapse of Trust

Podcast culture is telling us something—and it’s not just about who people are listening to, but why they trust them.

As voices like Joe Rogan and Shawn Ryan rise, trust in institutions continues to collapse. Government, media, and even scientific authorities are no longer seen as stable sources of truth. But this does not mean truth itself is disappearing. It means confidence in those who interpret and deliver truth is fading.

In this episode, I make a critical distinction: science isn’t collapsing—trust in interpreters of science is. Science is a method. But people don’t live by methods—they live by meaning. And when the messengers lose credibility, people begin looking elsewhere for something to anchor their understanding of reality.

The deeper issue is that we are no longer building complete worldviews. Instead, we are assembling beliefs like a playlist—pulling ideas from wherever they resonate without asking whether they actually fit together. But a real worldview must answer real questions: What is ultimate reality? How do we know anything? Are there real morals? What is our purpose? What happens after death?

When those questions go unanswered, a vacuum is created. And that vacuum never stays empty.

This is where the “new prophets” begin to emerge—not from institutions, but from experience. And in a world that no longer trusts shared authority, experience itself begins to take the throne.

This episode sets the stage for understanding how we got here—and why what replaces truth may be far more dangerous than what we lost.

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  • The New Prophets: Authority, Experience, and the Collapse of Trust 2026-04-08
    The New Prophets: Authority, Experience, and the Collapse of Trust Podcast culture is telling us something—and it’s not just about who people are listening to, but why they trust them. As voices like Joe Rogan and Shawn Ryan rise, trust in institutions continues to collapse. Government, media, and even scientific authorities are no longer seen […]
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    Ontological Argument: The Definitive Explanation In this episode, I walk through the ontological argument the way Anselm actually framed it—not the simplified version, but the real thing. God is defined as “that than which nothing greater can be conceived.” Once you understand that definition, the argument starts to press in on you in a way […]

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