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Welcome to Day 2911 of Wisdom-Trek, and thank you for joining me. Day 2911 – Theology Thursday – Heresy: Meaning, History, and Misuse Wisdom-Trek Podcast Script - Day 2911 Welcome to Wisdom-Trek with Gramps! I am Guthrie Chamberlain, and we are on Day 2911 of our Trek. The Purpose of Wisdom-Trek is to create a legacy of wisdom, to seek out discernment and insights, and to boldly grow where few have chosen to grow before. Our current series of Theology Thursday lessons is written by theologian and teacher John Daniels. I have found that his lessons are short, easy to understand, doctrinally sound, and applicable to all who desire to learn more of God's Word. John's lessons can be found on his website theology infive.com. Today's lesson is titled: Heresy: Meaning, History, and Misuse. The word heresy comes from the Greek hairesis, which originally meant “choice” or “faction.” In the New Testament, it began to carry the weight of theological rebellion. It referred to false teaching that breaks fellowship and corrupts the truth. Heresy is not simply error or misunderstanding. It is deviation from the foundational truths of the gospel, concerning who God is, who Christ is, and what salvation requires. The apostle Paul warned against such distortions, calling out those who pervert the message of grace and urging Titus to reject those who sow division after being warned. Heresy is not measured by how controversial an idea is, but by whether it distorts the saving message of Christ or promotes a false gospel. In that sense, heresy is deadly. It is not just wrong. It is soul-destroying. The first segment is: The Struggle for Doctrinal Clarity in the Early Church The early church faced enormous pressure to define and defend the truth. As Christianity spread across the Roman world, it encountered competing philosophies and religious systems. Some sought to harmonize the gospel with these foreign ideas, leading to teachings that retained the vocabulary of Christianity but not its meaning. This is where heresy found fertile ground. Among the earliest and most dangerous of these teachings was Gnosticism, which rejected the goodness of creation and denied the full humanity of Christ. Marcionism took a more radical path by discarding the Old Testament and portraying the God of Israel as cruel and inferior. Pelagianism undermined the doctrine of sin by teaching that humans could achieve righteousness without divine grace. Each of these required a response, not out of fear of disagreement, but out of pastoral urgency to protect the flock from destructive error. No heresy had a greater impact, both theologically and politically, than Arianism. The teaching of Arius, that the Son was a created being and not fully divine, directly challenged the very identity of Christ. Although condemned at the Council of Nicaea in 325 AD, Arianism did not die. It took root in the outer regions of the Roman Empire and sowed seeds of division that helped bring about its collapse. The second segment is: Arianism and the Fragmentation of the Western Empire. The theological consequences of Arianism were clear. It reduced Christ to a lesser being, stripping the gospel of its divine foundation. Its political consequences were just as devastating. While the Roman Church clung to Nicene orthodoxy, many of the Germanic tribes who bordered the empire were converted to Arian Christianity. Missionaries like Ulfilas brought a version of the gospel that bore Christ's name but denied His nature. When the Visigoths sacked Rome in 410 AD, they did so not as pagans but as heretical Christians. The same was true of the Vandals and later the Ostrogoths, whose kings ruled Italy while holding to Arian doctrine. The theological divide between ruler and people, between Church and state, tore at the fabric of Western society. The Church could not fully unify with leaders who confessed a false Christ, and the people remained culturally alienated from their kings. This division made the Western Roman Empire vulnerable. It robbed the empire of a unifying spiritual identity at the very moment it needed cohesion to survive external threats. Though not the only factor in Rome's collapse, Arianism was a theological wedge that fractured its heart. By the time Justinian reconquered parts of the West and reimposed Nicene orthodoxy in the sixth century, the Western Empire was a shadow of what it had been. A heresy that began in theological debate had helped bring down a civilization. The third segment is: When Everything Becomes Heresy. Over time, the word heresy lost its theological precision. Instead of referring to soul-endangering errors about God, Christ, and salvation, it began to be applied to any disagreement or dissent. This shift had tragic consequences. In some periods of church history, those who merely questioned traditional practices or sought to reform corruption were branded as heretics. The term became a tool for control rather than a measure of truth. Even within Protestant traditions, theological disagreements over baptism, church polity, or spiritual gifts have sometimes been exaggerated into accusations of heresy, dividing believers unnecessarily. This misuse of the term does not protect the church. It weakens it. When every disagreement is labeled heresy, the word loses its force, and the real dangers become harder to identify. Instead of guarding the flock, the misuse of heresy becomes a way to suppress thought, enforce conformity, or settle personal disputes. Ironically, some modern cults and false teachers now invert the accusation. They call orthodox Christianity heretical because it does not conform to their reimagined doctrines. The charge of heresy has become, in some cases, a mirror for pride rather than a tool of discernment. The fourth segment is: A Modern Example: Is Pre-Tribulation Rapture Heresy? In contemporary evangelical circles, one of the most fiercely debated doctrines is the Pre-Tribulation Rapture. This is the idea that believers will be taken up to heaven before a future period of global tribulation. Popularized in the 19th and 20th centuries, this view has deeply shaped modern Christian imagination. But is it heresy? The answer is no. Pre-Tribulation Rapture theology, while likely incorrect and theologically shallow, does not deny the core tenets of the faith. It affirms the Trinity, the incarnation, the death and resurrection of Christ, and salvation by grace through faith. It is not heresy in the biblical or historical sense. That said, its influence is not neutral. When taught dogmatically, it can create a fragile form of faith, one that collapses under suffering or real-world trials. It fosters escapism and disengagement, tempting believers to wait for rescue rather than prepare for endurance. In some circles, the view has even been elevated to a test of orthodoxy, dividing churches and condemning dissenters. In these cases, the danger lies not in the doctrine itself, but in the way it is wielded. This example highlights the difference between heresy and error. Not every mistaken belief is heresy, but not every non-heresy is harmless. Pre-Tribulationism must be confronted with Scripture and pastoral clarity, not because it damns the soul, but because it distorts Christian hope and undermines discipleship. The fifth segment is: Holding the Line Without Crossing It In guarding the truth, the Church must walk a narrow path. On one side lies indifference, where everything is tolerated and nothing is contended for. On the other lies arrogance, where every disagreement is treated as a threat and the word heresy is used like a club. Both lead to ruin. The example of Arianism shows that heresy is real, and its effects are catastrophic. But the misuse of the term reveals a different kind of danger — the slow erosion of discernment and the collapse of Christian charity. We must learn again to distinguish between essential and non-essential doctrines, between errors that must be confronted and differences that can be endured. This requires returning to the Scriptures, testing every teaching, and holding fast to what is good. It also means learning from the early church, which took truth seriously without descending into tyranny. They did not shy away from calling out heresy, but they did so with care, consistency, and a clear understanding of what was at stake. In Conclusion Heresy is not a word to be thrown around lightly. It refers to spiritual poison, distortions of God's truth that lead people away from salvation. The Church has always had to fight for the gospel, and that fight continues today. But if the sword of truth is swung wildly, it wounds the innocent and weakens the body. By understanding what heresy truly is, and what it is not, we honor the truth, protect the church, and point people back to the grace of Christ. Not every error is heresy. But every misuse of the word heresy threatens to create new errors of its own. For further study, consider these...
Heresy in the Church The Democrats are trannies and the Republicans are sodomites It's too late -- we have already hurtled off the cliff. The landing is really going to hurt. Church is it's own worst enemy -- we have whole heartedly embrassed heresy. Fritz Berggren www.bloodandfaith.com www.gab.com/cybertext
“What is schism and heresy?” These concepts are explored alongside questions about the nature of sin and forgiveness, including how a priest forgives sins. The discussion also touches on the implications of making a slasher movie, the fate of souls after death, and the role of guardian angels, providing a comprehensive look at these important topics. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:15 – What is Schism and Heresy? 18:23 – Is it objective grave matter to make a slasher movie? 30:30 – How does it work for a priest to forgive sins? 32:35 – My atheist friend is asking where are people who have died? If Christ hasn't come to judge yet then they couldn't be in heaven or hell. 38:30 – Would it be a stretch to say that Saint Paul might have wrote the first few chapters of Hebrews, with one of his followers finishing it after he was executed? 46:15 – What happens to your guardian angel when you die? 49:13 – Why do Catholics believe in no divorce when Jesus says that there is an exception for sexual immorality?
What is the true nature of God? How should we understand monotheism? What about heresy? In today’s interview, I ask Dr. Dale Tuggy about his new book, Monotheism, Heresy, and the Bible, published by Theophilus Press. Our discussion ranges from handling proof-texts that call Jesus “God” to the role of logic in sorting out doctrine to how and when it’s appropriate to call a belief a heresy. We also talk about the tendency of Trinitarians to defend their doctrinal convictions by appealing to mystery. In case you don’t know him, Tuggy is an analytic philosopher with a BA from Biola, an MA from Claremont, and a PhD from Brown University. He had a career teaching philosophy and adjacent subjects at the State University of New York at Fredonia for 18 years after which he founded the Unitarian Christian Alliance to help unitarian Christians connect with each other, promote scholarship, host conferences, publish books, and participate in debates. Listen on Spotify Listen on Apple Podcasts —— Links —— Get Dale Tuggy’s book, Monotheism, Heresy, and the Bible More about Tuggy at blog Trinities.org and at the UCA website. Support Restitutio by donating here Join our Facebook group, follow on X @RestitutioSF or Instagram @Sean.P.Finnegan or Threads @sean.p.finnegan Leave a 90 second voice message via SpeakPipe with questions or comments and we may play it out on the air Who is Sean Finnegan? Read his bio here Get Finnegan’s book, Kingdom Journey to learn about God’s kingdom coming on earth as well as the story of how Christianity lost this pearl of great price. Get the transcript of this episode Intro music: Good Vibes by MBB Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported (CC BY-SA 3.0) Free Download / Stream: Music promoted by Audio Library.
Heresy doesn't knock and announce itself. It shows up wearing just enough biblical language to sound credible. Joshua Lewis breaks down Cracking the Time Code by Candice Smithyman (Destiny Image, 2025), offering a robust scriptural critique that doubles as a lesson in how to spot the same patterns anywhere else you find them.Joshua's review traces how the book builds toward a word of faith framework, where your own faith produces blessing and protects against loss, and even extends into a claim that death itself may be optional for a sufficiently "heaven-attuned" believer. If that sounds familiar, it should. Prosperity theology, gnostic anthropology, and low Christology have circled through church history since the first century, just with new packaging each time.Watch this episode to better understand why this book is promoting false teaching and heresy, not Christianity. Additionally, use Josh's teaching as a case study for recognizing the false. The goal is for all of us to get sharper at telling the difference between genuine insight and repackaged error.0:00 – Introduction2:16 – Cracking the Time Code2:32 – Greek and Hebrew Foundations4:22 – Invented Word Meanings10:18 – Correct Words, Wrong Theology15:01 – Word of Faith Imports21:53 – Gnosticism in the Book28:01 – Most Dangerous Claims34:53 – Closing ThoughtsSubscribe to The Remnant Radio newsletter and receive our FREE introduction to spiritual gifts eBook. Plus, get access to: discounts, news about upcoming shows, courses and conferences - and more. Subscribe now at TheRemnantRadio.com. Support the showABOUT THE REMNANT RADIO: The Remnant Radio exists to equip believers who are hungry for the radical middle of both Word and Spirit. Subscribe for twice-weekly content on theology, church history and the gifts of the Spirit.
Fr Peter George Flynn returns to the painting of King William III unveiled at Stormont in 1933 with the Pope of Rome in the top corner, and to what happened when an Ulster unionist MP later led a tour group past it. The episode then turns to the heresy of Quietism and its architect Miguel […] L'articolo Catechesis – The Heresy of ‘Quietism' – Fr Peter George Flynn OFMConv proviene da Radio Maria.
Join the show with a TEXT here!In today's episode, we continue our deep‑dive review of last week's debate. Pressing further into the kinds of arguments Eastern Orthodox apologists often rely on when biblical support is thin or absent. You'll get a clear, structured look at why these arguments feel so foreign to many Christians, how they can unsettle people who've never encountered them, and what's actually driving the logic beneath Eastern Orthodox argumentation. Most importantly, we'll walk through how Scripture equips us to respond faithfully, confidently, and charitably, because God's Word is living and active and never returns void.Before jumping into the debate review, we'll take a moment to address the increasingly unhealthy state of Eastern Orthodox interactions online. We'll talk honestly about how certain communication patterns, dismissiveness, hostility, and rhetorical posturing, shut down real conversation and breed resentment toward the Church. If you've ever engaged with EO communities online, you've likely seen this firsthand, and it's something that must be called out for the sake of Christ's witness.If you're ready for another round of careful study, debate analysis, and Scripture‑centered clarity, grab your Bible and strap in. This episode is all about truth, discernment, and engaging difficult conversations with confidence rooted in God's Word.
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In this episode we uncover some fantastic stories of English sailors being caught up in the Spanish Inquisition. To find out more Dr Sam Willis spoke with Theresa Tinsley, who explores in detail how, between 1558 and 1604, more than 400 subjects of Elizabethan England found themselves in contact with the Inquisition. Fabulous records survive which detail their experiences and testimonies, and which provide a fresh perspective on this crucial period of religious divergence that occurred in a world bursting with new maritime trade and exploration. The varied experiences of merchants, sailors, diplomats, and prisoners of war highlight cases of persecution, conversion, and a healthy bit of religious ambivalence. By exploring the actual workings of the Inquisition in detail, it encourages us to question the cruelty and scale of the Inquisition's actions against the English, rumours and myths which fed anti-Spanish propaganda at the time, and which continue to colour our perceptions today. In particular we hear about how the Spanish Inquisition worked in ports - hotbeds of suspicion because of the cultural exchange that inevitably happened there, caused by hugely varied populations of converts, foreigners, enslaved people and displaced populations converging. Theresa has written about all of this in a fabulous new book called English Encounters with the Spanish Inquisition: Faith, Nationhood, and Heresy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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America is a special place. And, it even has it's own heresy. In this podcast, Reuben Slife and Marc Barnes discuss Leo XIII's condemnation of "Americanism," and the controversy that it caused. Some US bishops replied to the Pope that no one actually adhered to Americanism, and that it was effectively a "phantom heresy." But, is there something particular to the American way of being Catholic that needs correction? How does this teaching on Americanism relate to America today, on the 250th anniversary?
Let’s explore the life and times of Irenaeus of Lyon (130–202 AD), a Greek bishop recognized as one of the most important early Church Fathers and one of it's first major apologist. Saint Irenaeus is noted for his role in guiding and expanding Christian communities in the southern regions of present-day France and, more widely, for the development of Christian theology by opposing Gnostic interpretations of Christian Scripture and defending orthodoxy. Originating from Smyrna in Turkey, he had seen and heard the preaching of Polycarp, who in turn was said to have heard John the Evangelist. His annual Feast day is June 28 and he is venerated as a saint in the Catholic Church, Anglican Church, Protestant Lutheran Churches, the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Oriental Orthodox Churches, and the Assyrian Church of the East. He was declared a Doctor of the Church in 2022. Traditional Catholic Daily Devotional podcast at https://amzn.to/4xP3oSi Getting Through Life with Theology podcast at https://amzn.to/4xKjAEw Irenaeus of Lyon books available at https://amzn.to/4vuEYvR ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's TIMELINE video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVine Mark's History of North America podcast: www.parthenonpodcast.com/history-of-north-america Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 X (twitter): https://twitter.com/MarkVinet_HNA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM Audio credits: Saint of the Day podcast: Irenaeus, bishop of Lyons (202) August 23, 2025, Greek Orthodox Deacon Jerome Atherholt and Ancient Faith Radio; The Saint of the Day podcast (St. Irenaeus of Lyons, June 28, 2024) Good Catholic and The Catholic Company; Traditional Catholic Daily Devotional (SSPX US District, Angelus Press) St. Irenaeus, July 3, 2025; Getting Through Life with Theology Podcast with Dr. Sydney Sadowski, St. Irenaeus of Lyons and Heresy, August 8, 2025; Saint Irenaeus on Saint Of The Day podcast with Mike Roberts by Covenant Network (ourcatholicradio.org) June 28, 2025. Audio excerpts reproduced under the Fair Use (Fair Dealings) Legal Doctrine for purposes such as criticism, comment, teaching, education, scholarship, research and news reporting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to the fourth and final week (that I have to type this) of: “Now, if you're playing the movie on a telephone, you will never in a trillion years experience the film, you'll think you'll have experienced it, but you'll be *ahem* cheated, it's, uh, such a sadness that you think you've seen a film on your f*cking telephone. Get real!”: Horror Movies with Phones. We follow up our last episode's discussion of RINGU with its American reimagining, Gore Verbinski's THE RING. See if our minds have changed over how much this does or does not rip compared to Hideo Nakata's film, hear our thoughts on a bevy of recent horror releases, and check out our “Phone Horror” Awards at the end! Next up is a theme and film from Lucas! Go to patreon.com/SHUDcast where you can sign up for all kinds of extra goodies! 00:00 - 10:00ish - Intros: Aztec death whistles, foo fighters flip flops, and Staind 10:00ish - 59:00ish - The other stuff we watched this time! Cody - The Devil Wears Prada 2, Mortal Kombat II, Hokum, Obsession, The Mandalorian Austin - Into the Manosphere, Good Boy Lucas - The Devil Wears Prada 2, Mortal Kombat II, Hokum, Obsession, Magazine Dreams, Before the Devil Knows You're Dead, 2 Fast 2 Furious, Rap World, Jennifer's Body, Twilight of the Warriors: Walled In, Dude Where's My Car? Curtis - Mortal Kombat II, Hokum, Obsession, Star Wars Episode II and Episode III, Heresy, The Last Dragon, Chocolate, Paris is Burning, The Mortuary Assistant, Hellraiser: Bloodlines, Caveat, Angel-A, Green Snake 59:00ish - 1:28:30ish - THE RING - SHUDdown and discussion! 1:30:00ish - End - “Phone Horror” Awards and our next theme and movie brought to you by Lucas!
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Join the show with a TEXT here!When your priest can't answer the most basic question—“What is the Gospel?”—it's time to run. Today we take a closer look at yet another Eastern Orthodox voice, but this time it's not a layperson… it's a priest who still cannot give a clear, biblical answer. And wait until you hear what he actually says.We'll unpack why this question is consistently dodged, what's really going on beneath the surface, and what the true Gospel actually is according to Scripture—not tradition, not speculation, not philosophical fog.On top of that, we'll walk through a recently posted debate on what the true church is. I'll break down the main arguments presented by the Eastern Orthodox participant and evaluate whether they hold up—or whether they're just polished evasions dressed up as theology. Expect to see abuses of Scripture, equivocation, category errors, and plenty of posturing against what the Bible plainly teaches.If that sounds like your kind of deep dive, grab your Bible and a snack. Let's get into it.
We talk with author Mia V. Moss about their upcoming debut novel, "The Heresy of Thieves!" Learn all about this upcoming queer epic fantasy novel, releasing October 6 from Dark Matter Ink! Who gets to decide who you are? MIA V. MOSS Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/magicrobotcarnival.com Website: https://www.magicrobotcarnival.com TEXT VERSION https://www.tillystranstuesdays.com/2026/06/23/interview-with-mia-v-moss-about-the-heresy-of-thieves/ REFERENCE MATERIAL The Heresy of Thieves - https://darkmattermagazine.shop/products/the-heresy-of-thieves Articles of Interest podcast - https://www.articlesofinterest.co/podcast Special thanks to Daisy and Jane for the use of "Sorry Not Sorry" as our show's theme music. Please stop by and show your support at https://daisyandjane.bandcamp.com and https://soundcloud.com/daisyandjane --Please leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts/iTunes!-- Website: pendantaudio.com Bluesky: @pendantaudio.bsky.social
As promised, here is our episode about Pope Leo XIV's recent encyclical, Magnifica humanitas, in which he brings to bear Catholic social teaching on the perils of artificial intelligence and what they reveal about what it really means to be human being. It's a distinctly Augustinian reading of our nature and destiny, marked not just by Leo's attention to our limits as flawed and fallible creatures, but the joy and hope found by living into them—which, finally, becomes his plea to see life from the perspective of the lowly, the downcast, the abandoned. To help us explain such a rich document, we had on our friend Jack Hanson, one of the most perceptive American writers on the Catholic Church. We tease out the connections between this Leo's first and encyclical and that of his namesake Leo XIII's Rerum novarum, an intervention on behalf of working people during the industrial and considered the origin of Catholic social teaching; Leo's "Augustinianism"; the encyclical's critique of artificial intelligence and what that has to do with its account of what really makes us human; and more. Sources: Pope Leo XIV, Magnifica humanitas, May 15, 2026 Pope Leo XIII, Rerum Novarum, May 15, 1891 Jack Hanson, "A Serious Man: The Militant Mysticism of Charles Péguy," Commonweal, May 3, 2021 – “The Heresy of Americanism,” The Drift, Jun 10, 2025. Michael Oakeshott, "The Tower of Babel" in On History and Other Essays (1983) Reinhold Niebuhr, "The Tower of Babel" in Beyond Tragedy: Essays on the Christian Interpretation of History (1937) Donna Haraway, “A Cyborg Manifesto,” (1985) ...and don't forget to subscribe to Know Your Enemy on Patreon for access to all of our bonus episodes!
Episode 321: Dolly/Heresy/Blood Creek. Out of sequence episode recorded earlier this year checking out two new Shudder original/exclusives and a 2009 Joel Schumacher deep cut about ancient Nazi vampires that was not called Nazferatu. Inexcusable.
"Prescription against Heretics" — Tertullian. The Times They Are A-Changin'. In this episode, we sit with Tertullian's writing on "Prescription against Heretics." What is "the rule of faith"? What constitutes a proper seeking after divine knowledge? What does Tertullian mean by "Heretics Encourage and Perpetuate Thought Independent of Christ's Teaching"? What does he mean by "Restless Curiosity, the Feature of Heresy"? Should heretics not to be allowed to argue out of the Scriptures? SHOW NOTES: "Prescription against Heretics" - Tertullian https://www.newadvent.org/fathers/0311.htm Tertullian https://bannedbooks1517.org/authors/tertullian More from 1517: Give to the June 1517 Podcast Network Fundraiser! https://donate.overflow.co/1517/cash?config=2026-podcast-network-fundraiser Support 1517 Podcast Network https://www.1517.org/podcast-fundraiser 1517 Podcasts: http://www.1517.org/podcasts 1517 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@1517org 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/1517-podcast-network/id6442751370 1517 Events Schedule: https://www.1517.org/events 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education: https://academy.1517.org/ What's New from 1517: By Water and the Word by Brian Thomas: https://shop.1517.org/products/9781967920013-by-water-and-the-word?srsltid=AfmBOopBUXbtbkYK0o6UHbWQm8_6UA7hG6B4RXYSeMxos6wbtbxX3Hnk Being Family by Dr. Scott Keith https://shop.1517.org/products/9781964419961-being-family?srsltid=AfmBOooZqqK-X8KqD64jZn1qUUrqiRwO-l3S4Z_WtIcfayMLAlTyHgoN A Reasoned Defense of the Faith by Adam Francisco https://shop.1517.org/collections/coming-soon/products/9781964419879-a-reasoned-defense-of-the-faith Stretched: A Study for Lent and the Entire Christian Life by Dr. Christopher Richmannhttps://shop.1517.org/products/9781964419381-stretched The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformationhttps://shop.1517.org/products/9781964419121-the-essential-nestingen More from the hosts: Donovan Riley https://www.1517.org/contributors/donavon-riley Christopher Gillespie https://www.1517.org/contributors/christopher-gillespie CONTACT and FOLLOW: Instagram (1517) https://www.instagram.com/1517org X/Twitter (1517) http://twitter.com/1517 Facebook (1517) http://www.facebook.com/1517org Banned Books Wiki https://bannedbooks1517.org Email mailto:BannedBooks@1517.org Instagram (1517)https://www.instagram.com/bannedbooks1517 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BannedBooks1517/ Twitter https://twitter.com/bannedbooks1517 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@BannedBooks Rumble https://rumble.com/c/c-1223313 Odysee https://odysee.com/@bannedbooks:5 Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banned-books/id1370993639 Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2ahA20sZMpBxg9vgiRVQba Overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes1370993639/banned-books MORE LINKS: Tin Foil Haloes https://t.me/bannedpastors St John's Lutheran Church (Webster, MN) - FB Live Bible Study Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/356667039608511 Donavon's Substack https://donavonlriley.substack.com Gillespie's Sermons and Catechesis https://outerrimterritories.com/recent-sermons Gillespie Coffee https://gillespie.coffee Gillespie Media https://gillespie.media
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Teach Us to Pray: Jesus' High Priestly Prayer In this episode of "Truth Worth Living," we delve deeper into the profound moments of Jesus' high priestly prayer as recounted in John 17:6-19. This prayer, uttered by Jesus in the upper room just before his crucifixion, reveals his deep concern and love for his disciples and, by extension, all believers. Let's explore the key themes and insights from this prayer. Jesus' Prayer for His Disciples Jesus' prayer in John 17:6-19 is a testament to his role as a steward of the disciples entrusted to him by God. Here, Jesus acknowledges: Revelation and Belief: Jesus begins by confessing that he has revealed God's truth to those given to him. These disciples have accepted and believed that Jesus was sent by God, recognizing his words as the source of eternal life. Stewardship: Jesus views his mission as that of a steward, caring for his disciples as a gift from God. A steward in biblical times was responsible for managing the master's household and resources, ensuring everything ran smoothly and profitably. Similarly, Jesus faithfully passed on God's truth and created an environment for his disciples to thrive in their mission. Protection and Unity: Jesus prays for the protection of his disciples, asking that they may be united just as he is with the Father. He highlights that while he will no longer be physically present, the disciples will remain in the world and need divine protection. Distinctiveness of Believers A significant part of Jesus' prayer is his explicit distinction between believers and the world. He states: Selective Prayer: Jesus mentions, "I pray for them. I am not praying for the world, but for those you have given me, for they are yours." This statement underscores the unique relationship between Jesus and his followers, emphasizing their role in God's kingdom. Heresy of Universalism: Jesus' prayer challenges the notion that all will be saved regardless of belief. He distinguishes between those who accept him and those who do not, highlighting that only believers are destined for eternal life with God. The Role of a Good Steward Jesus' acknowledgment of his stewardship role provides a model for believers today. As stewards of God's message and mission, we are called to: Faithfully Share God's Truth: Just as Jesus imparted God's words to his disciples, we are tasked with sharing the gospel with others. Create Environments for Growth: It's essential to cultivate spaces where believers can grow in faith and prepare for missional living. Pray for Protection and Unity: In a world filled with challenges, praying for divine protection and unity among believers is crucial. Conclusion Jesus' high priestly prayer in John 17:6-19 offers profound insights into his love and commitment to his disciples. It reminds us of our role as stewards of God's truth and the importance of unity and protection in our faith journey. As we reflect on this prayer, may we strive to live by the truth Jesus imparted and be faithful stewards of the mission entrusted to us. Join us next week as we continue to explore this pivotal prayer and its implications for our lives today. May God's peace and blessings be with you.
June is the month dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus and today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart.The devotion to the Sacred Heart is a devotion to the love of Our Lord Jesus Christ for us, especially His love for us as manifested in the Holy Eucharist.This devotion to Our Lord's physical heart, as a symbol of His love for us, existed during the Middle Ages, but in the 1600s, Our Lord Himself came down on earth to explicitly ask for Catholics to practice this devotion and for this feast to be instituted.The timing and place was important. Our Lord appeared in France at a time when the heresy of Jansenism was rampant in the Catholic world. This heresy made the hearts of Catholics cold towards God and so, a few decades after its appearance, Our Lord reminded the world of His great love for us and of our duty to love Him in return.If we fast forward to 2026, we find that we as Catholics and even as traditional Catholics very much struggle to love Our Lord as He deserves to be loved. This is why it is important for us to have a devotion to Our Lord's Sacred Heart. This helps us to love Our Lord.We must remember what our catechism teaches us, namely, that we are made to know, love and serve God in this life. We are made to love God. Loving God is to fulfill the very meaning for our existence, to accomplish the purpose for which we exist.There are two pieces of knowledge that are very important for us to possess in order for us to love God: one is an understanding of sin and the other is an understanding of God's love.These two things are mentioned in the beautiful Collect of the Mass of the Sacred Heart: “O God, Who in the Heart of Your Son, wounded by our sins, mercifully lavish upon us the infinite riches of love”.There are two great truths there: a) our sins wound Our Lord; b) Our Lord lavishes His love on us. Both of these truths are attacked today by two great illusions.One is the illusion that our sins do not hurt God. This is one of the reasons why sin is not taken seriously today. People do not worry about sin; they do not worry by saying to themselves, “If I engage in sinful behavior, I will offend God and He will send me to Hell”.This is particularly true of the sin of heresy. Heresy has always been considered to be one of the greatest sins because it is a willful rejection of what God has taught us. Our Lord came on earth, He taught us the truths that we are to believe about Him and which we need to get to Heaven. And the heretic says, “I refuse to believe; I choose not to believe” Offensive!But this is also true with sins against the moral law. Many people have the idea today, including many Catholics, that no matter how you live your life, God is still pleased with you. If you have a homosexual lifestyle, God blesses you; if you divorce and remarry, God blesses you; if you contracept your children, God blesses you.It is a hallmark of love that you seek to avoid anything that might displease the one that you love. But today's mentality is that nothing that I do can displease God, whether it be in thought, word or deed.This idea is false; it is sinful. Liberalism is a sin.The other blind spot we have today is not seeing how much God loves us, only understanding God's love in a minimalist way.
Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 06/15/2026) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: Love and Predestination/ Belief in God's Sovereignty/Not based on feelings/ Tribulation is not about judgement/ Sanctification, Heresy and Eastern Orthodoxy/Jesus was without sin/ Deacons need to be husbands with only one wife/ June 15, 2026
What if some of the things we've believed about ourselves were never true to begin with?In Part 1 of this special message from the CIM Conference, Bill Vanderbush explores identity, belonging, grace, and the Father's heart through the lens of Scripture and personal story. From the challenges of stigma and church culture to the beauty of God's original design for humanity, Bill reminds us that our deepest questions have never been about earning God's love—they've always been about discovering who we've been all along.This conversation dives into themes of identity, the voice we listen to, the power of our words, and the invitation to live from the reality of God's presence rather than from fear, shame, or lack. Along the way, Bill unpacks Genesis, the story of Cain and Abel, the nature of grace, and the radical truth that God has always known and loved you.Whether you're wrestling with questions about faith, deconstruction, identity, or simply wanting a deeper understanding of the Father's heart, this message offers encouragement, challenge, and hope.In this episode:• Walking through stigma and seasons of uncertainty• Why God's presence often feels strongest when idols fall• The Father's heart and the beauty of grace• Recovering forgotten truths from church history• Discovering your true identity• The power of words and human creativity• The lie of lack and the birth of religion• What Cain and Abel reveal about human nature• Living from God's presence instead of fear00:00 - Introduction & Bill Vanderbush Series02:22 - A Historically Significant Moment03:38 - Finding God Beyond the Brand06:31 - When Idols Come Down08:02 - Grace, Heresy, and a Better Gospel09:15 - AI, Church History, and Recovering Ancient Truth12:03 - Becoming a Grandfather & Seeing the Father's Heart13:29 - The Sound of Your Blood15:06 - Transformation Through Renewed Thinking17:13 - Carrying Divine Wholeness18:26 - Following the Sound of His Voice19:14 - Discovering Your True Identity20:20 - Genesis and Humanity's Original Design23:06 - How Others Shape Our Identity25:03 - God's Creative Power Through Words26:46 - Created in the Image of God29:00 - Divine Breath and New Creation30:30 - The Face of a Loving Father32:39 - The Power to Assign Identity34:29 - The Lie of Lack and the Birth of Religion37:01 - Cain, Abel, and the Voice of Blood38:18 - Rethinking Sin Nature40:03 - Freedom, Responsibility, and Redemption42:25 - Attention, Affection, and God's Presence44:15 - A God Who Wants Friendship45:08 - Cain, Abel, and the First Church Conflict45:40 - The Voice of Your Brother's Blood
Join the show with a TEXT here!You've heard it before: “That's just your interpretation.” But is that a meaningful reply, or simply a way to dodge what Scripture actually says? This common objection exposes a deep divide between how Bible‑believing Christians approach the text and how other groups often impose meaning onto the text rather than drawing meaning from it.In today's episode, we tackle this objection head‑on. We'll walk through how to handle it faithfully, how to approach controversial passages with accuracy and humility, and why this matters for the health of the church. We'll also examine the kinds of “converts” these groups tend to produce, and why so many of them struggle to engage with the gospel or the broader witness of Scripture.This is a delicate but crucial topic. Many are being pulled into these groups by confident claims and persuasive rhetoric, and our aim is to “save others by snatching them out of the fire” (Jude 23) by exposing the deficiencies clearly and biblically.So grab your Bible, settle in, and let's dive deep into truth together.
“How can the Catholic Church be infallible?” This question addresses concerns about the Church’s historical positions, including its past endorsement of burning heretics. Other topics include the nature of worship as sacrifice and the confusion some feel about identifying as a Christian amidst various denominations. Additionally, there are discussions about the papacy and its perception within the context of modern issues. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:55 – My non-Catholic friend asks how can the Catholic Church be infallible when it has flip-flopped on issues. The issue he cites is the Church endorsement of burning heretics, and then later saying we shouldn't. 14:45 – I've heard you say that worship is sacrifice. But my Protestant friend says they do sacrifice — sacrifice of praise. 24:25 – I'm not Catholic or Protestant or Orthodox because it is so confusing. So I just identify as a Christian. 42:25 – I'm considering Catholicism but I have some concerns. My SDA friend sent me a document saying the papacy was the beast of Revelation. Also I feel like the Catholic Church is not as welcoming to the LGBT community.
Do we give Jesus lip service or heart service? Let Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus help you focus on His fiery love for you and for all of us! The transcription for this Podcast can be found at https://www.ourcatholicprayers.com/Praise-for-the-Sacred-Heart-of-Jesus.html ADDITIONAL PAGES MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST The 12 Promises for those who honor the Sacred Heart of Jesus The Catholic Answers Article the Heresy of Docetism
I answer listener-submitted Bible questions live on the first Wednesday of every month. On today's livestream, the first question I will answer is: Is full preterism a heresy?That You May Know Him, Episode 301.
Send us Fan MailToday we commemorate the Holy Fathers of the First Ecumenical Council, gathered in Nicaea in A.D. 325 to defend the truth of the Orthodox Faith against the heresy of Arius. Guided by the Holy Spirit, these God-bearing Fathers boldly proclaimed the full divinity of our Lord Jesus Christ — “true God of true God” — preserving the apostolic faith handed down to the Church.In this homily, Fr. Theophan reflects on the courage, humility, and spiritual discernment of the Nicene Fathers, and what their witness means for Orthodox Christians today as we strive to remain faithful to Christ and His Church.#OrthodoxChristianity #FirstEcumenicalCouncil #NiceneFathers #Orthodoxy #CouncilOfNicaea #EasternOrthodox #NiceneCreed #ChurchFathers #OCA #OrthodoxChurchWebsite @ https://www.st-innocent.orgInstagram @ https://www.instagram.com/st.innocentchurch/Facebook @ https://fb.me/SaintInnocentMaconGeorgia Help Support St. Innocent Orthodox Church @ https://onrealm.org/siocmacon/-/form/give/now
Full Title Name: SSPX Consecrations: what will be the effect? Father Ripperger: "Pestiferous Heresy of Sedevacantism"? Synod and Sodomy: God desires our "fulfillment"? Leo's Modernist "Magnifica Humanitas" Encyclical is all about the dignity of man. This episode was recorded on 5/26/2026. Mass Locations : https://congregationofstpiusv.com/loc... Our Links: http://linkwcb.com/ Please consider making a monetary donation to What Catholics Believe. Father Jenkins remembers all of our benefactors in general during his daily Mass, and he also offers one Mass on the first Sunday of every month specially for all supporters of What Catholics Believe. May God bless you for your generosity! https://www.wcbohio.com/donate Subscribe to our other YouTube channels: @WCBHighlights @WCBHolyMassLivestream May God bless you all!
Join the show with a TEXT here!Last time on the podcast, we examined a deeply concerning ecumenical exchange between Gavin Ortlund and Trent Horn. We didn't get to everything in that video, so today we're wrapping up by addressing the most critical points of compromise in their dialogue, and why these kinds of conversations only confuse people, muddy the waters, and blur what is actually very simple: the gospel truth.In this episode, we'll break down where the discussion went off the rails, why these attempts at “unity” often create more fog than clarity, and how we can pursue real progress in conversations with Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholics without compromising the Gospel or the Bible's definition of first‑degree issues.There's a lot to cover and not much time, so strap in, enjoy the episode, and don't forget to share and leave a comment to join the conversation.
Photo credit: Jerry Wierwille. In this second episode you’ll hear the second half of the debate: rebuttals, open discussion time, audience questions and answers, and closing statements. Subjects discussed include: traditional, Chalcedonian views about Christ’s two natures and whether these imply one too many persons the worship of Jesus which claims are essential to the gospel whether an immortal being can die the meaning of theos (god or God) as applied to Jesus in a few New Testament passages whether it is coherent to suppose anyone is both human and divine John 8:58 Jesus’s faith in God whether a Protestant should trust the “ecumenical” councils practical and spiritual consequences of viewing Jesus as God’s human Messiah vs. as a Godman Some of the arguments for Jesus’s full deity deployed by Dr. Bird here are addressed in my UCA Conference presentation in Sydney, about a week after this Melbourne debate. And many of the topics are also covered in my newly released book Monotheism, Heresy, and the Bible (UK)–such as the meanings of theos in the New Testament (ch. 1). Links for this episode: Tuggy, Monotheism, Heresy, and the Bible Dr. Michael Bird's YouTube channel Dr. Bird's blog, Substack Exposing The Council of Nicaea with Dr. Dale Tuggy (UCA UK Conference 2025) Dale Tuggy – What John 1 Meant (UCA Conference 2021) Dale Tuggy and James White debate: “Is Jesus YHWH?” Dale Tuggy vs James White | John 1 Is Not Trinitarian podcast 291 – From one God to two gods to three “Gods” – John 1 and early Christian theologies Bock and Loke on Jesus's “blasphemy” in Mark 14 – Part 2 a reading of Philippians 2:5-11 podcast 227 – Who Should Christians Worship? A letter from the Lord Jesus: About God and Me (Revised) https://youtu.be/l_ZeKzAvaYg?si=4DXENxVYIQIqTkZp Hurtado on the early worship of Jesus Larry Hurtado on early Christians' worship of Jesus podcast 333 – The Arguments of “God's Death” Kermit Zarley on “My Lord and my God.” Tuggy, “Craig’s Contradictory Christ,” TheoLogica, 2023 podcast 343 – Craig's Contradictory Christ – Part 1 podcast 344 – Craig's Contradictory Christ – Part 2 Jesus's argument in John 10 podcast 143 – Dr. Timothy Pawl's In Defense of Conciliar Christology – Part 1 podcast 144 – Dr. Timothy Pawl's In Defense of Conciliar Christology – Part 2 podcast 63 – Thomas Belsham and other scholars on John 8:58 podcast 235 – The Case Against Preexistence Romans 9:5 @ biblicalunitarian.com podcast 146 – Jesus as an Exemplar of Faith in the New Testament Will Barlow – The “Throne Room Problem” – Responding to Trinitarian Claims about John 12:41 Scott Williams, “Discovery of the Sixth Ecumenical Council's Trinitarian Theology: Historical, Ecclesial, and Theological Implications” podcast 334 – “Who do you say I am?” podcast 11 – Tertullian the unitarian Thomas Gaston – Dynamic Monarchianism: The Earliest Christology (book) This week’s thinking music is “Ship of Theseus (Instrumental)” by Lemon Knife.
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Is Judaism a Religion? The Misunderstood History of Jewish Identity | Zionism, Nationhood & the EnlightenmentIn this episode of The Fifth Question Podcast, we tackle one of the most common misunderstandings in modern discourse: the idea that Judaism is “just a religion.” From the ancient tribe of Judah to the Enlightenment, Reform Judaism, nationalism, and modern Zionism, this episode explores why Jewish identity has historically functioned as far more than a confessional faith.We examine the Talmudic understanding of Jewish peoplehood, the emergence of “religion” as a modern category, the impact of European liberalism and Protestantism on Jewish self-definition, and why debates over Zionism and antisemitism often collapse because of category errors about what Jews actually are.This episode discusses:Why Judaism historically functioned as a peoplehood or nationThe origin of the term “Jew” and the tribe of JudahThe Talmudic principle that “a Jew, even if he sins, remains Jewish”Why conversion out of Judaism historically did not erase Jewish identityThe Enlightenment, liberalism, and the invention of “religion”Moses Mendelssohn, Reform Judaism, and the Pittsburgh PlatformKant and the “nation within a nation” argumentZionism as a response to modern nationalismWhy Jewish identity does not fit neatly into Western religious categoriesThe relationship between anti-Zionism, antisemitism, and Jewish peoplehoodIf you enjoy long-form conversations on Jewish history, Zionism, philosophy, religion, nationalism, political theory, and intellectual history, make sure to like, subscribe, and share.⏱️ TIMESTAMPS00:00 – Introduction: Is Judaism a Religion?01:25 – The Tribe of Judah and Ancient Jewish Identity02:37 – The Talmud on Jewish Identity and Conversion03:46 – Medieval Europe, Forced Conversion, and Rashi05:21 – Why “Religion” Is a Modern Concept06:14 – Protestantism vs Judaism07:23 – Dogma, Heresy, and Jewish Debate08:29 – Why the West Misunderstands Judaism09:29 – Liberalism, Nationalism, and the Jewish Question10:26 – Am Yisrael: Jews as a Nation11:16 – Moses Mendelssohn and Reform Judaism12:10 – The Pittsburgh Platform and Religious Judaism13:34 – The PLO's Rabbi and Anti-Zionist Arguments14:04 – Zionism and Jewish Peoplehood15:15 – Why Calling Judaism “Just a Religion” Is Misleading16:03 – Eurocentrism, Colonialism, and Jewish Identity#judaism #zionisme #jewishhistory #israel #Antisemitism #jewishidentity #religion #JewishPeoplehood #middleeast #talmud #MosesMendelssohn #reformjudaism #jewishphilosophy #HistoryPodcast #politicalphilosophy #TheFifthQuestion #israelpalestine #JewishNation #nationalism #jewishthought Jewish History, Politics, Israel, Antisemitism, and Zionism - I cover it all.Politics: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6QupJZ1HLY&list=PLQ3aQmFcYiCqqL-GSNw6NhSZWOvzaDdIKJewish History: https://youtu.be/1u4jHoZ8stM?si=0jZP4uhXlVEg2NOTAntisemitism: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RCgnEZ1d24Q&list=PLQ3aQmFcYiCqkU_aPIJGbE1xTKEbkh8euFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/daniel.levine.31/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rabbidaniellevine/#Israel #Rabbi #Jewish #WhatisZionism #DoJews?
In this episode of the Eyes on Jesus Podcast, Drew and Tim tackle one of the most divisive conversations in modern Christianity: false teachers, discernment, church culture, and the rise of “heresy hunter” content online. Right now, social media is flooded with clips calling pastors heretics, false teachers, or wolves—and many Christians are left wondering:What actually makes someone a false teacher?Is every bad sermon automatically heresy?Can a pastor say something wrong without being condemned?And what's the difference between biblical discernment and a critical spirit?This episode dives deep into:what scripture says about false teacherswhy context matters with online sermon clipshow church culture can unintentionally produce critical peoplethe dangers of outrage-based Christianityand why believers must know scripture for themselves instead of living off internet callout cultureDrew and Tim also share personal stories from ministry, discuss public Christian leaders like Joel Osteen, Steven Furtick, and Ravi Zacharias, and wrestle honestly with the tension between grace, truth, discernment, and accountability. At the center of the conversation is a simple reminder:Our eyes ultimately belong on Jesus—not internet controversies.
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Gavin Ortlund responds to Rosaria Butterfield's criticisms by defending the legitimacy of non-global flood interpretations within historic Christianity and calling for greater humility, charity, and discernment in Christian disagreements.Truth Unites (https://truthunites.org) exists to promote gospel assurance through theological depth. Gavin Ortlund (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is President of Truth Unites, Visiting Professor of Historical Theology at Phoenix Seminary, and Theologian-in-Residence at Immanuel Nashville.SUPPORT:Tax Deductible Support: https://truthunites.org/donate/Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/truthunitesFOLLOW:Website: https://truthunites.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/truth.unites/X: https://x.com/gavinortlundFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TruthUnitesPage/
Public failure changes everything. But what should the church actually do when a Christian falls? Too often Christian's respond with suspicion, gossip, outrage, or permanent shame. But is that how Christ restores people?in this episode of Take Heart, Cory Wing examined what scripture says about restoring repentant sinners and why many churches have lost sight of biblical grace. From Galatians 6 to the prodigal son to Peter's restoration after denying Christ, this episode explores the tension between truth, discipline, mercy, and restoration.The question is not whether Christian's fail. The question is if the church knows what to do afterwards. Watch all of our videos and subscribe to our channel for the latest content >HereHere
People who should know better are whitewashing Leo's first year, which has featured such hits like keeping Tucho Fernandez in office, which then led him to writing documents insulting the Virgin Mary, among others.Sponsored by Nelson Insurance Advisorshttps://www.nelsonplan.comSources:https://www.returntotradition.orgorhttps://substack.com/@returntotradition1Contact Me:Email: return2catholictradition@gmail.comSupport My Work:Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/AnthonyStineSubscribeStarhttps://www.subscribestar.net/return-to-traditionBuy Me A Coffeehttps://www.buymeacoffee.com/AnthonyStinePhysical Mail:Anthony StinePO Box 3048Shawnee, OK74802Follow me on the following social media:https://www.facebook.com/ReturnToCatholicTradition/https://twitter.com/pontificatormax+JMJ+#popeleoXIV #catholicism #catholicchurch #catholicprophecy#infiltration
It's time for another installment of Instagram Heresy! Join Erin and Evan as they unpack listener-submitted memes, reels, and posts. Along the way, they develop a full theology of memes, debate whether Mary deserved feedback on Jesus's sleeping habits, and explore what Kristen Stewart can teach us about the Armor of God. By the end, you'll be fully equipped to handle that one relative who's a little too trigger-happy with the repost button.MENTIONSLooking for the memes? Find them hereSugie_Addict: Here's the Easter ReelQuestionable Communion: Breastfeeding TikTokThis Week on Patreon: Spicy Instagram Heresy 2The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon. I've Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | Guided Journal Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith AdjacentFaith Adjacent Merch: Shop HereShop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacentFollow Faith Adjacent on Socials: InstagramSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Allie addresses the intense backlash she received after responding to Donald Trump's controversial Truth Social post that many claimed portrayed him as Jesus Christ. Allie explains why she believes Trump's explanation is plausible while still calling for greater care and discernment from the president and pushes back against critics who accused her of secretly being “Never Trump” or defending him too much. Allie also dives deep into the escalating feud between President Trump and Pope Leo XIV, breaking down Trump's sharp criticism of the pope's statements on foreign policy, stance on crime, and growing alignment with Islam. For some reason, Tucker Carlson is saying Muslims are offended by Trump's messianic post. Is Catholicism really on the rise in America? She examines the growing Catholic vs. Evangelical divide, comparing where the two groups stand on abortion, immigration, IVF, gender, and sexuality, and explains why — despite the popular “Catholic drip” narrative — data shows Catholicism continues to decline while Protestantism remains strong. As a Reformed Protestant, Allie clarifies what biblical evangelicalism truly means, why she holds to covenant theology, and why Scripture alone must remain the final authority for Christians. Don't miss this timely conversation on politics, theology, and staying faithful to the Bible in a divided culture. Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: https://sharethearrows.com Share the Arrows is sponsored by: A'del Natural Cosmetics: AdelNaturalCosmetics.com Range Leather: RangeLeather.com/ALLIE We Heart Nutrition: WeHeartNutrition.com Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://www.toxicempathy.com – Timecodes 0:00 Introduction 2:11 Trump's Truth Social Post 15:09 Trump vs Pope Leo XIV 23:42 A Muslim - Catholic Alliance? 33:01 Attacks on Evangelicals 44:53 Evangelicals are More Conservative Than Catholics 49:30 Is Catholicism Surging? – Today's Sponsors: A'del | Visit AdelNaturalCosmetics.com and enter promo code ALLIE for 25% off your first-time purchase. Good Ranchers | If you go to GoodRanchers.com and subscribe to any of their boxes of 100% American meat, you'll save up to $500 a year! Plus, if you use code ALLIE, you'll get an additional $25 off your first order. We Heart Nutrition | Check out We Heart Nutrition at WeHeartNutrition.com and use the code ALLIE for 20% off. Paleovalley | Right now, you can get 15% off your first order at paleovalley.com with code ALLIE. Alliance Defending Freedom | For a limited time, every dollar you give to ADF will be doubled — but only while matching funds remain available. Go to JOINADF.com/ALLIE or text ALLIE to 83848 to have your gift for life matched. Episodes You May Like: Ep 1329 | Trump's Threats, Paula White's Heresy & Tucker's Bad Take https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1329-trumps-threats-paula-whites-heresy-tuckers-bad-take/id1359249098?i=1000760319482 Ep 1283 | Is Tucker Carlson Right About Islam? https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1283-is-tucker-carlson-right-about-islam/id1359249098?i=1000743878076 Ep 1211 | Israel: What Should Christians Think? And an Announcement https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1211-israel-what-should-christians-think-and/id1359249098?i=1000714714917 Ep 1006 | The Pope is Wrong About Human Nature https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1006-the-pope-is-wrong-about-human-nature/id1359249098?i=1000656310150 Ep 1271 | A Catholic & Protestant on the Death Penalty, Immigration & Women's Roles | Trent Horn https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1271-a-catholic-protestant-on-the-death/id1359249098?i=1000738174696 Ep 1185 | Catholics Get a New Pope This Week. Here's Why It Matters | Guest: Michael Knowles https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-1185-catholics-get-a-new-pope-this-week-heres/id1359249098?i=1000706719230 --- ► Buy Allie's book, "You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://alliebethstuckey.com/book ► Subscribe to the podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2UVssnP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2FwkXxj ► Connect with Allie on Social Media: https://twitter.com/conservmillen https://www.instagram.com/alliebstuckey/ https://facebook.com/allieBlazeTV/ ► Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey
After the recording of this episode, Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire with the United States. Allie unpacks how the White House Easter Prayer Lunch turned into a major controversy after Paula White-Cain, President Trump's faith adviser, drew direct parallels between Trump's life and the suffering, betrayal, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Franklin Graham also compared Trump to the biblical Queen Esther, sparking sharp criticism from Tucker Carlson. In this episode, we break down Paula White's history of prosperity gospel teachings, questionable doctrines, and why many see her comments as blasphemous, while also addressing the Esther debate and correcting the record on the biblical story. We also examine President Trump's fiery Easter Truth Social post threatening Iran over the Strait of Hormuz prior to the ceasefire; Tucker Carlson's strong reaction defending Islam; and why mocking false gods and oppressive ideologies has deep biblical and historical precedent. Plus, an inspiring contrast: Astronaut Victor Glover of Artemis II shares powerful faith moments from the farthest point humans have ever traveled from Earth, including bringing his Bible, quoting Jesus, and emphasizing the gospel alongside advanced technology. Share the Arrows 2026 is on October 10 in Dallas, Texas! Tickets are on sale now at: https://sharethearrows.com Share the Arrows is sponsored by: A'del Natural Cosmetics: AdelNaturalCosmetics.com Range Leather: RangeLeather.com/ALLIE We Heart Nutrition: WeHeartNutrition.com Buy Allie's book "Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion": https://www.toxicempathy.com – Timecodes 0:00 Introduction 8:56 Paula White-Cain Draws Trump-Jesus Parallels 26:50 Franklin Graham Compares Trump to Esther 37:57 President Trump's Messages to Iran 51:22 NASA's Christian Astronaut – Legacybox | Visit Legacybox.com/ALLIE to take advantage of Legacybox's Spring Cleaning sale and preserve your family's story. Seven Weeks Coffee | Experience the best coffee while supporting the pro-life movement with Seven Weeks Coffee; use code ALLIE at https://www.sevenweekscoffee.com to get up to 25% off your first order, plus your free gift! Pre-Born | To donate, dial #250 and say the keyword “BABY.” That's #250, BABY. Or visit Preborn.com/ALLIE. Alliance Defending Freedom | Every dollar you give to ADF by March 31 will be doubled by a special matching grant, only while matching funds last. Go to JOINADF.com/ALLIE or text ALLIE to 83848 to have your gift matched to protect brave Americans. I'm asking you to partner with Concerned Women for America by donating $15 a month for the next three months. Go to ConcernedWomen.org/Allie Episodes You May Like: Ep 1137 | Paula White: Trump's Heretical New Faith Office Advisor https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fom0lvw5lsk&t=3s Ep 1162 | You Won't Believe Paula White's Latest Passover Scam https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5FWVs3D7K4A&t=2424s Ep 1312 | Prophecy Fulfilled? Iran Strikes & the End Times https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOQvlwqs-Sg&t=2691s --- ► Buy Allie's book "You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love": https://alliebethstuckey.com/book ► Subscribe to the podcast: iTunes: https://apple.co/2UVssnP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2FwkXxj ► Connect with Allie on Social Media: https://twitter.com/conservmillen https://www.instagram.com/alliebstuckey/ https://facebook.com/allieBlazeTV/ ► "Relatable" merchandise – use promo code ALLIE10 for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey