Prove All Things

Are we witnessing the fulfillment of the prophecies of Revelation in our lifetime?

How can Christians reconcile the pleas for judgment against one's enemies that we find in the Old Testament? Are such prayers inconsistent with the command to love our enemies?

Those who are led by the Spirit of God are the sons of God. How does the Spirit lead us today?

What was the purpose of spiritual gifts? Do Christians still exercise spiritual gifts today?

How can we understand the idea of God's Spirit dwelling within us as Christians?

Is the Holy Spirit a person? Is the Holy Spirit God? What is the Holy Spirit?

We can read about many different baptisms in the New Testament, so what did Paul mean when he said there is one baptism in Ephesians 4:4-6?

This episode was recorded via zoom. Audio is not as quality as usual. Content quality is for you to decide. I (Larsen) forgot to hit record as we got started, so it jumps right in at the point where I started. Hope you find some value in thinking along with us.

What are some principles that should guide the way we talk to one another?

What does wisdom say about dating?

What does the Bible say about who a Christian should marry?

What does the account of the rich young ruler, and especially Jesus' instructions to him, have to say to you and me?

In this episode, we consider some lessons from the book of Habakkuk to see how Christians should respond when we see evil around us or threats to our homeland.

In this episode, we conclude our conversation about women teaching in the gathered church by considering some objections to our previous consideration.

In this episode, we attempt to root Paul's limitations on women speaking in the longer story of Scripture.

In this episode, we address questions about the church we are a member of. Does the New Testament have anything to say about that?

In this episode, we consider some ways in which we can begin to teach and train our children in the ways of righteousness.

What did Jesus believe about the authenticity of Old Testament stories that reported extraordinary events? Why should we trust Him? How does the resurrection point to His authority and trustworthiness?

There are many ancient texts that report amazing events. Some of those texts are or have been even held up by people as religiously significant. Why should one think about the Bible in a different way? What makes it unique among ancient literature?

In this episode, we consider how discipline fits into God's plan for raising children.

In this episode, we introduce the idea of raising godly children. What do parents need to know as they embrace that responsibility?

In this episode, we consider the concept that some specific laws of God might be set aside for some "greater good" or higher ethical principle.

Questions about regarding God's will concerning marriage, divorce, and remarriage. While we cannot speak to every specific, Jesus' teaching in Matthew 19 gives us a sure foundation upon which to base our discussions.

What is the biblical basis for church discipline? Why would it be carried out and when and how should is be done?

Do our clothes say something about us? Does the Bible speak to how we ought to dress for worship? What are some principles that can guide us as we make these decisions?

Is pornography wrong? Why is it such an epidemic? What are some steps to overcome this temptation?

In this episode, we have a conversation with our guest, Kris Emerson, about how Christians should respond to the violence around us. Kris hosts the Excel Still More podcast which provides practical help on growing in the Christian life. You can find his episodes at excelstillmore.life

In this episode, we consider the relationship between faith and works for salvation.

In this our 50TH episode, we reflect on our experience and some things we've learned along the way.

How do we reckon with the Biblical information that indicates that there is one God and that there are different persons within the Godhead?

What does the Bible teach about the divinity of Jesus?

How far can a Christian's patriotism go?

Where do local churches fit in God's plan for Christians?

What role does baptism play in our salvation and why is there such opposition to it?

Did God specifically will everything that happens? What is the relationship between what desires and what God decrees?

What is the unforgivable sin that Jesus mentions in Matthew 12 and Mark 3? How can we avoid committing this sin?

What is God's purpose and pattern for music in worship under the new covenant?

The story of the Bible culminates in Jesus. How does Jesus fulfill the story of the Bible and how does the story continue?

What is the unified story that the Bible tells and how does that help us make sense of its various parts? In this episode, we survey the Old Testament and look for the unifying thread.

What is the Bible? Is it a hodge-podge of ancient stories? a book of rules only? In this episode, we make the case that the Bible is a unified record of God's dealings with humanity.

What about things that aren't specifically mentioned in the Scriptures? How do we know whether it is or isn't authorized?

In this episode, we consider the pattern for churches monetarily support of those who preach and teach the gospel.

In this episode, we consider the church's responsibility and limitations in taking care of the needy.

How did churches fund their God-given work?

If we look at what local churches were told to do, what they did with approval, and draw the necessary conclusions from that, what would we conclude the work of local churches involved?