Podcasts about Sola scriptura

Join the show with a TEXT here!We often say, "Christ died for our sins," but how often do we stop to consider what that statement actually means? The significance of Christ's death is central to the gospel, yet many modern critiques challenge the substitutionary nature of His atoning work.In this episode, we examine and refute several common arguments against Penal Substitutionary Atonement (PSA) and the biblical doctrine of propitiation. Interacting with claims made by popular Eastern Orthodox apologist Jay Dyer, we address objections concerning sin, divine justice, the nature of Christ's sacrifice, and allegations that PSA somehow implies a rupture within the Trinity.Rather than relying on assertions or philosophical speculation, we turn to Scripture to evaluate these claims. What does the Bible mean when it says that Christ died for our sins? What is propitiation? Did Christ truly bear our judgment as our substitute? And why does this matter for understanding the gospel itself?Join us as we seek to bring biblical clarity to one of Christianity's most important doctrines and defend the glorious truth that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures.

This sermon explores the doctrine of Sola Scriptura, asserting that the Bible is the final and infallible authority for Christian faith and practice. The teaching emphasizes the divine inspiration of Scripture, explaining that because the text is God-breathed, it is free from error and possesses supreme authority over human tradition, cultural opinion, and church hierarchy. Historical examples from the Reformation, including the lives of Martin Luther and William Tyndale, illustrate the necessity of submitting to the Word rather than ecclesiastical control. The message concludes by affirming the sufficiency of Scripture for all aspects of the Christian life, from worship and evangelism to personal sanctification, urging believers to rely exclusively on the Bible as the living and active standard for truth.

Sola Scriptura by Stone Oak Bible

1. The Historical Background 2. The Authority of Scripture: The Author of Scripture (2 Tim. 3:16) 3. The Authority of Scripture: The Clarity of Scripture (Ps. 19:7-11) 4. The Authority of Scripture: Scripture vs. Tradition (Mk. 7:5-13)

Grace Covenant Baptist Church is a Reformed Baptist Church in Monroe, Louisiana. We are a confessional church subscribing to the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. We adhere to the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation; Sola Scriptura, Solus Christus, Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, and Soli Deo Gloria. Find more information about or listen to past sermons from Grace Covenant Baptist Church at https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/gcbcwm/

This sermon explores the doctrine of Sola Scriptura, asserting that the Bible is the final and infallible authority for Christian faith and practice. The teaching emphasizes the divine inspiration of Scripture, explaining that because the text is God-breathed, it is free from error and possesses supreme authority over human tradition, cultural opinion, and church hierarchy. Historical examples from the Reformation, including the lives of Martin Luther and William Tyndale, illustrate the necessity of submitting to the Word rather than ecclesiastical control. The message concludes by affirming the sufficiency of Scripture for all aspects of the Christian life, from worship and evangelism to personal sanctification, urging believers to rely exclusively on the Bible as the living and active standard for truth.

What does it look like for scripture to shape not just what we believe, but the kind of people we become? In the final week of Sola Scriptura: Restoring Scripture to Its Rightful Place, Pastor Chad looks at the church's calling to be formed by God's word in a culture that may not honor, trust, understand, or believe it. Scripture shapes our minds, our character, and the way we bear witness to Jesus.  The goal isn't simply to know the Bible—or to convince the culture to value it. It's to become a people who love God's word enough to live by it, allowing biblical truth to move beyond our Bibles and notes and into the way we live as salt and light in the world.  Follow along with the week 5 handout. Explore more teaching from Richwoods Christian Church at richwoods.org/podcasts and subscribe wherever you listen for future teaching.

Send us Fan MailW3: We review the song “Praise” by ElevationMain Topic: Should the Apocrypha be considered Scripture? What reasons are there to not accept the Apocrypha as Scripture? Is the Apocrypha useful to us? We discuss these questions and more.

• Worship is governed by God's commands, not human sincerity or innovation. The story of Nadab and Abihu serves as a stark warning against introducing unauthorized elements into worship. • The apostles' teaching is preeminent. It has priority over all other elements of worship because worship is fundamentally God's self-revelation to which humanity responds. Its preeminence also dictates the proportion of time dedicated to it and its role as the interpretive key to the Old Testament. • The apostles' teaching is a finished, foundational deposit of truth. As the "foundation" of the church (Ephesians 2:20), the apostolic office was an unrepeatable, revelatory role. With the death of the apostles, the canon of Scripture closed. Therefore, the church does not receive new revelation and cannot invent new elements of worship. This is directly tied to the principle of Sola Scriptura. • The public ministry of the Word has two commanded modes: public reading and public preaching. Citing 1 Timothy 4:13 and 2 Timothy 4:2, the speaker asserts that these are not suggestions but divinely mandated elements. The command is for a specific mode of delivery (reading and heralding), not just for the transmission of content. • The regulative principle liberates the conscience. By adhering only to what God has commanded, believers are freed from the "tyranny of human wisdom" and the burden of man-made rules and traditions in worship.

Grace Covenant Baptist Church is a Reformed Baptist Church in Monroe, Louisiana. We are a confessional church subscribing to the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. We adhere to the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation; Sola Scriptura, Solus Christus, Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, and Soli Deo Gloria. Find more information about or listen to past sermons from Grace Covenant Baptist Church at https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/gcbcwm/

It's one thing to believe the Bible is true. It's another to let that truth have authority over your life. In Week 4 of Sola Scriptura: Restoring Scripture to Its Rightful Place, Pastor Chad Manbeck explores what it means to move from simply hearing God's word to actually obeying it—building our lives on scripture, carrying it with us into temptation, and allowing it to renew the way we think and live.  This week presses on a deeply personal question: Will I obey scripture when scripture contradicts my preferences? Because the clearest evidence that God's word holds its rightful place isn't how often we quote it—it's what we do when it challenges us.  Follow along with the week 4 handout. Explore more teaching from Richwoods Christian Church at richwoods.org/podcasts and subscribe wherever you listen so you don't miss the rest of the Sola Scriptura series or future teaching.

Join the show with a TEXT here!What happens when a priest openly contradicts his own church's formal teachings? Is it just a misunderstanding? Is the problem your interpretation? Or is he simply going against Scripture? Today's episode gives a crystal‑clear example of several things:Why Sola Scriptura matters, because without a fixed, infallible standard of truth, you're left with fallible men and shifting dogma.How false teachers operate, smoothing over unbiblical doctrines and presenting themselves as sheep while promoting ideas Scripture never supports.Why believers must do their due diligence, reading sources, testing claims, and grounding everything in the Word of God.Acts 17 commends the Bereans for eagerly searching the Scriptures to verify what teachers said, and I urge you to do the same. Don't take a priest's word for it, or anyone else's. Go to the Word. My hope is that today's episode helps you see some of the deep inconsistencies within EO doctrine, how those teachings conflict with Scripture, and how the Bible offers a peace unknown to traditions that push you toward your own “righteousness.” Grab your Bible and enjoy.

The Scripture is our authority, so we need to believe that it is God's instruction manual for life. We need to study it, and then we need to live it. The post The Five Solas: Sola Scriptura appeared first on Reston Bible Church.

Pascal Denault - Psaume 62 RÉSUMÉ: La Réforme protestante a clarifié la place de Dieu et celle de l'homme dans l'économie du salut. L'essentiel de la théologie réformée peut être résumé par les cinq grands solas du protestantisme : Dieu seul est l'auteur du salut, reçu par la grâce seule, au moyen de la foi seule, en Christ seul, selon l'Écriture seule. Dans un tout autre contexte historique, le Psaume 62 exprime cette même logique d'exclusivité : Dieu seul est digne de notre confiance, tandis que tout autre secours n'est que vanité. PLAN:     1    Je me confie en Dieu seul (v.2-5)     2    Je suis Christ seul (v.6-9)     3    À Dieu seul la gloire (v.10-13) QUESTIONS: 1. Pourquoi intituler cette prédication: Le psaume des solas? 2. Que signifie croire en Dieu seul? 3. Quelle était l'attente de David par rapport aux épreuves? 4. Comment le scandale de la croix est-il présent dans ce psaume? 5. De quelle façon Jésus est-il l'auteur de la foi? 6. Comment la vraie et la fausse gloire sont-elles contrastées dans ce psaume? 7. Quelle est la leçon finale qu'il nous faut écouter attentivement? Lectures complémentaires:     •    Convocation — Psaume 39     •    Réponse — 1 Co 1.21-31

The Bible can feel intimidating — but was it ever meant to be? In Week 3 of Sola Scriptura: Restoring Scripture to Its Rightful Place, Pastor Brian Russell explores why God gave us His Word not simply to inform us, but to reveal Himself to us. Scripture invites us to hear, understand, believe, and obey a God who desires to be known. Along the way, we'll consider whether our biggest obstacle is always understanding what scripture says — or sometimes being willing to let it change us. Because the greatest gift of scripture isn't simply what we learn. It's who we come to know. Follow along with the week 3 handout. Explore more teaching from Richwoods Christian Church at richwoods.org/podcasts and subscribe wherever you listen so you don't miss the rest of the Sola Scriptura series or future teaching.

Grace Covenant Baptist Church is a Reformed Baptist Church in Monroe, Louisiana. We are a confessional church subscribing to the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. We adhere to the Five Solas of the Protestant Reformation; Sola Scriptura, Solus Christus, Sola Gratia, Sola Fide, and Soli Deo Gloria. Find more information about or listen to past sermons from Grace Covenant Baptist Church at https://www.sermonaudio.com/solo/gcbcwm/

In Part 2 of this Straight Bible series, the hosts continue their study of Charles Spurgeon and finish the second half of his sermon “Walking in the Light of the Lord,” built around Isaiah 2:5: “Come ye, and let us walk in the light of the Lord.” Although the wider series began with Spurgeon's comments about Israel and the Jews, this episode concentrates on practical Christian living, biblical authority, church tradition, and what it means to live daily in the light God has already given.Spurgeon calls believers to recover spiritual zeal, encourage bold and simple faith, and practice mutual exhortation rather than allowing the church to become cold, sluggish, or lethargic. The discussion examines Christian fellowship, public prayer, charismatic and Pentecostal church culture, Sunday-only Christianity, and the difference between merely possessing religion and actually wearing faith as an everyday garment.A major portion of the episode focuses on the inspiration and infallibility of Scripture. The hosts discuss skepticism toward the Bible from Genesis to Revelation, Spurgeon's contrast between an infallible Bible and an infallible pope or philosopher, and the ongoing debate over Sola Scriptura, Orthodox Christianity, Catholic tradition, church fathers, denominations, Calvinism, and who has authority to interpret the Word of God.Bible passages and concepts include Isaiah 2:5, 1 John 1:5, Matthew 7 and the wise man who builds on the rock, Psalm 1, 1 Thessalonians 5:19–21, Romans 7:24, the Christian struggle against sin, and communion in remembrance of Christ's death. Spurgeon also urges new believers to study the Bible deeply, meditate on it day and night, resist being tossed around by skeptics, and pursue holiness, joy, and practical obedience.The episode closes with Spurgeon's “first-class cabin” analogy for believers who are saved but continue living in spiritual darkness, a discussion of Christian joy as evidence of God's light, claims concerning Spurgeon and Freemasonry, criticism from Orthodox Christians, and the contrast between cultural Christianity in the South and openly secular regions.What does it truly mean to walk in the light of the Lord? Share your thoughts in the comments.Patreon (Watch Live episodes, early & ad free): https://www.patreon.com/NephilimDeathSquadWebsite & Merch: https://nephilimdeathsquad.comListen/Watch:Audio Podcast: nephilimdeathsquad.carrd.co/  YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@NephilimDeathSquadX: https://twitter.com/NephilimDSquadInstagram: https://instagram.com/nephilimdeathsquadFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/1AscxBNoH4/ Contact: chroniclesnds@gmail.com TopLobsta:X: https://twitter.com/TopLobstaInstagram: https://instagram.com/TopLobstaMerch: https://TopLobsta.comRaven:X: https://twitter.com/DavidLCorboInstagram: https://instagram.com/ravenofndsCredits:Intro Animation: @jslashr on XMusic: @Dallas_spitfire on X | https://gmbpod.com/ Listen to full intro music here!https://m.soundcloud.com/gmbsounds/nephilim-death-squad?utm_source=mobi&utm_campaign=social_sharing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/nephilim-death-squad--6389018/support.☠️ Nephilim Death Squad — New episodes 5x/week.Join our Patreon for early access, bonus shows & the private Telegram hive.Subscribe on YouTube & Rumble, follow @NephilimDSquad on X/Instagram, grab merch at toplobsta.com. Questions/bookings: chroniclesnds@gmail.com — Stay dangerous.

Is the Bible enough? We're constantly tempted to look for something more — more direction, more certainty, more satisfaction, more answers. In Week 2 of Sola Scriptura: Restoring Scripture to Its Rightful Place, Pastor Chad Manbeck explores the sufficiency of scripture and what it means to trust that God has given His people what they need for salvation, godliness, and faithful obedience. This week asks us to consider not just whether we believe scripture is enough, but whether we actually live like it is. Where in your life are you looking for an answer, identity, direction, satisfaction, or authority that God has already addressed in His Word? Explore more teaching from Richwoods Christian Church at richwoods.org/podcasts and subscribe wherever you listen so you don't miss the rest of the Sola Scriptura series or future teaching.

Pastor Steve gives us a brief but important overview of the Attributes of God. His hope for this episode is to entice us to desire to know our God more deeply! Consider learning more about the book "Knowing God" by J. I. Packer: Amazon Link: https://www.amazon.com/dp/083081650X?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Thank you for your faithful listening to this ministry! We appreciate your support, such as hitting the like button on Youtube, writing a comment below or clicking subscribe and if you're looking to go the extra mile, please consider writing a review of the podcast on Apple Podcasts or your Podcast service of choice. (Link below so you can navigate quickly, and drop some stars and perhaps a review, thank you!) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grounded-with-steve-hartland/id1645001839 In Christ, -Grounded Team Grounded is a ministry of Cornerstone Community Church in Joppa, Maryland. ReformedTheology #AttributesofGod #JIPacker #KnowingGod #BiblicalStudies #Theology #ChristianPodcast

Join the show with a TEXT here!We're back to our regular programming and diving straight into a growing trend in the theology space: the emotional drift that leads many toward Rome and the East. Across prominent RC and EO apologists, and even among friends and family, the pattern is strikingly similar. There's a catalyst that starts the journey: a rejection of God's sovereignty and a discomfort with the Doctrines of Grace.Today we're unpacking how surrendering God's monergistic work in salvation opens the door to man‑centered theology, conversion syndrome, and ultimately a departure from biblical Christianity. If you've wrestled with God's role in salvation, whether you're Catholic, Orthodox, or an Evangelical uneasy with God's decree, this conversation is for you. Let's look honestly at why we believe what we believe, what Scripture actually teaches, and how a cohesive theology of salvation keeps us anchored in Christ alone. Grab your Bible, settle in, and let's talk.

Why lean on scripture alone, and not also the traditions handed down by the church? And in Exodus, when Aaron claims the golden calf just “came out” of the fire on its own, is that a real explanation, or something else entirely? Pastor Mike Fabarez works through both questions in a new edition of Ask Pastor Mike Live!

Who gets the final word in your life? We all look somewhere to decide what is true, good, and trustworthy. In Week 1 of Sola Scriptura: Restoring Scripture To Its Rightful Place, lead pastor at Richwoods Christian Church Chad Manbeck, explores why every person lives under some authority — and why followers of Jesus can trust God's Word above every competing voice. Along the way, we'll consider what makes scripture different from human authorities, why God's voice is worthy of our trust, and a question worth carrying with us: What voices have I allowed to outrank scripture?

“Can we disagree with Church teachings?” This question opens a discussion on the nuances of faith and tradition, addressing what teachings might be open to personal interpretation. The conversation also touches on how to respond to claims that tradition is unnecessary, the nature of the Mass as a propitiatory sacrifice, and the implications of the canon problem for Sola Scriptura. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:58 – What Church teachings can we disagree with? 11:00 – How to I respond when a protestant says that they don't need tradition because everything that was needed was written in scripture? 20:20 – Can you explain how the Mass is a propitiatory sacrifice contrary to how the reformers would understand it? 45:40 – What is the canon problem and how is it detrimental to Sola Scriptura? 53:10 – Why is Church infallibility necessary and why not just have Church authority?

“Can we disagree with Church teachings?” This question opens a discussion on the nuances of faith and tradition, addressing what teachings might be open to personal interpretation. The conversation also touches on how to respond to claims that tradition is unnecessary, the nature of the Mass as a propitiatory sacrifice, and the implications of the canon problem for Sola Scriptura. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 04:58 – What Church teachings can we disagree with? 11:00 – How to I respond when a protestant says that they don't need tradition because everything that was needed was written in scripture? 20:20 – Can you explain how the Mass is a propitiatory sacrifice contrary to how the reformers would understand it? 45:40 – What is the canon problem and how is it detrimental to Sola Scriptura? 53:10 – Why is Church infallibility necessary and why not just have Church authority?

O SantoFlow recebe o Prof. Daniel Afonso e a Profª Carol Muniz, da Locus Mariologicus, para uma conversa sobre a Virgem Maria, os protestantes e o princípio da Sola Scriptura.Por que os católicos veneram Nossa Senhora? Maria é adorada pelos católicos? Por que rezamos a ela? Jesus é o único mediador? O que a Bíblia diz sobre a Mãe de Jesus? E por que existem tantas diferenças entre católicos e protestantes quando o assunto é Maria?A partir dessas questões, também conversamos sobre a Sola Scriptura, a relação entre Bíblia e Tradição e como a Reforma Protestante influenciou a forma como católicos e protestantes compreendem a fé, a autoridade das Escrituras e o papel de Nossa Senhora.

Why not just submit to the Pope of Rome? Why refuse to be bound by your church's human rules? Here's why.

Josh Wilson

Join the show with a TEXT here!I Love my church! They love to build leaders and equip people to lead and serve and they never cease to amaze me with their trust in me! They allowed me the great privilege of preaching a sermon. This opportunity took a lot of work but im so grateful to have been able to do this. Romans 5 might be my favorite passage in all of scripture so to be able to proclaim the gospel of Grace on a Sunday morning was a delight. Hope this blesses you

Well, it's two months to go till we have our debate in Gilbert, Arizona with Craig Truglia, and so...it's on my mind. So that's what we talked about today, getting into events at Nicea II, Patriarch Tarasios, etc. Don't tune it out! Vitally important material relevant to a lot of other things as well.

Well, it's two months to go till we have our debate in Gilbert, Arizona with Craig Truglia, and so...it's on my mind. So that's what we talked about today, getting into events at Nicea II, Patriarch Tarasios, etc. Don't tune it out! Vitally important material relevant to a lot of other things as well.

Well, it's two months to go till we have our debate in Gilbert, Arizona with Craig Truglia, and so...it's on my mind. So that's what we talked about today, getting into events at Nicea II, Patriarch Tarasios, etc. Don't tune it out! Vitally important material relevant to a lot of other things as well.

“Why Reject Sola Scriptura?” This episode addresses key concerns about the authority of Scripture versus Tradition, including the top reasons to reject sola scriptura and the implications of Mary's sinlessness for those exploring Catholicism. Additional questions tackle the interpretation of Acts 17:11 and whether Jesus criticized Tradition, 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: 03:20 – Top 3 reasons to Reject Sola Scriptura 16:20 – I've heard Protestants cite Acts 17:11 in support of sola scriptura: “they received the word with all eagerness, examining the scriptures daily to see if these things were so.” Is that a good translation? 22:30 – My friend believes in sola scripture, and is interested in Catholicism, but can't get over our belief in the sinlessness of Mary. How can I help him? 29:15 – Does Jesus speak badly of Tradition? 33:30 – Would John 21 verse 25 (that not everything Jesus did could not be contained in books) be a good citation in refuting sola scriptura? 36:18 – Which of the Bible writers were Protestant? If none, why are the Protestants trying to claim it is their bible? 45:35 – In my Church there are some “traditions” that are not part of the Mass but are done during Mass anyway. 48:29 – My evangelical friend told me there are books in the Catholic Bible that were written 400 years before Jesus was born, and that's where Catholics get all their crazy teachings. He says they are not divinely inspired but Catholics put them in there. 51:55 – My niece told me she left the Church because it was founded by the Romans, and that her priest didn't know scripture.

This version of this episode has been available to Cloud of Witnesses Patreons since July 11th, 2026.  We dig into what “authority” really means, starting with current events and ending with the uncomfortable question behind so many hot takes: who gave you the right to define Christianity. We push back on DIY faith, argue that real authority looks like service and sacrifice, and trace why the Orthodox Church treats tradition as an inheritance that keeps the fire alive. • St Catherine's Monastery land dispute and why it matters to Christians • SSPX excommunication and what it reveals about church authority • Parish Life Conference highlights and the role of worship in unity • Responding to “keep faith simple” claims and asking by what authority • Sola scriptura and the problem of the individual as final interpreter • “Leave your Protestantism at the door” and why Orthodoxy is lived, not just studied • A Tale of Two Cities as a story of cruel authority versus self-sacrifice • Authority as burden and responsibility rather than privilege • Individualism as a cultural and spiritual threat, humility as the antidote • Listener comments on Hebrew Roots journeys, prayer, and spiritual deception Please remember every episode of Witness Weekly at the end, we're gonna be reading your comments, so please let us know what you think down in the comments. You can also email us at cloud of witnesses radio at gmail.com. Questions about Orthodoxy? Please check out our friends at Ghost of Byzantium Discord server: https://discord.gg/JDJDQw6tdhPlease prayerfully consider supporting Cloud of Witnesses Radio: https://www.patreon.com/c/CloudofWitnessesFind Cloud of Witnesses Radio on Instagram, X.com, Facebook, and TikTok.Please leave a comment with your thoughts!

WATCH ON YOUTUBE - https://youtu.be/-OTI-SAWgmI The sermon argues for the enduring value of Latin as a foundation for intellectual rigor, cultural literacy, and theological understanding. It traces the historical decline of classical education in favor of practical skills, contrasting this shift with the deep influence of Latin on English vocabulary, law, and scientific terminology. The speaker highlights key Reformation principles expressed in Latin, such as Sola Scriptura and Simul Justus et Peccator, to emphasize the importance of doctrinal clarity. By citing Isaiah 4:6, the message warns that rejecting knowledge leads to spiritual destruction, urging believers to engage their minds through rigorous study. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a renewed commitment to learning and truth as essential tools for defending Christian liberty and heritage in a modern world.

“What’s the best defense for Catholicism?” This episode addresses key arguments, including the best argument for the Catholic Bible and how a Protestant can reconcile objections while exploring Catholicism. Other topics include the Church’s stance on heretics, tips for evangelizing secular friends, and navigating challenging biblical passages. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:00 – What’s the Best Argument for the Catholic Bible? 10:20 – As a protestant, how can I bridge the gap in my objection on the assumption with my interest in Catholicism? 22:00 – Prop 33 from papal bull Exsurge Domine regarding heretics being burned. Does God want heretics to be burned? 29:08 – What tips do you have for a college student majoring in psych on how to evangelize my secular friend? 34:58 – How do we defend against Sola Scriptura rather than solo scriptura? 44:55 – My fiance has several painful chronic conditions. Would having a surgery to relieve her pain go against God’s will for her? 50:15 – Sirach seems to be very anti-woman. Sirach 25:19 seems like a contradiction on the Church’s understanding of women. How do I sort through verses like this?

In this episode, Eli addresses the issue of how the existence of multiple denominations does not undermine Sola Scriptura.

He “blew up overnight” but the real story is years of research, catechesis, and court-tested thinking. Why does a trial lawyer's mindset work so well for Orthodox apologetics?Cloud of Witnesses Mario Andrew, Jeremy Jeremiah, Michael, and James St Simon talk with online Orthodox Christian apologist Alex Sorin (https://www.youtube.com/@Alex_Ortodoxie/videos) and we wrestle with a challenging line from Father Josiah Trenham: the Church doesn't need you to defend her. So what is apologetics for? We land on a grounded answer: not saving the Church, but curing ignorance and clearing away myths, including “Constantine set the canon at Nicaea” and blanket accusations about icons, saints, and idolatry. If you care about evidence-based faith, patristics, and a historically rooted Christianity, you'll leave with better questions and sharper tools.*****Questions about Orthodoxy? Please check out our friends at Ghost of Byzantium Discord server: https://discord.gg/jRXxRaqK9Please prayerfully consider supporting Cloud of Witnesses: https://www.patreon.com/c/CloudofWitnessesFind Cloud of Witnesses on Instagram, X.com, Facebook, and TikTok.Audio: https://cloudofwitnessesradio.buzzsprout.com*****Panel:Michael w/ Red Lines  @redlineshq James St Simon  @jamessaintsimon Mario St Andrew  @AndrewStMercy  Jeremy JeremiahPlease leave a comment with your thoughts!

Join the show with a TEXT here!My local church has given me the privilege of teaching Sunday school in light of our most recent sermon series through the book of Jude. Jude's epistle exposes the patterns and tactics of false teachers, urging believers to contend earnestly for the faith once delivered to the saints.In that same spirit, our church aims to guard the flock and equip them with biblical clarity about groups that claim Christian identity while departing from the gospel. This Sunday school series walks through several movements and teachings that align themselves with Christianity but diverge from historic, apostolic truth.Today, we'll be examining Roman Catholicism, its claims, its distinctives, and how Scripture calls us to evaluate every doctrine. Hope you enjoy.

In this week's episode, Phil EuBank sits down with Pastor Matt Summers to dive into Sunday's message, The System of Merit. Framing Roman Catholicism as our theological parent in the Christian family tree, they explore how a system built on human merit, sacraments, and tradition can subtly turn faith into a tollbooth or a self-funded spiritual insurance policy. Together, Phil and Matt discuss the core contrasts of the Protestant Reformation, specifically Sola Scriptura (Scripture alone) and salvation by grace alone through faith alone. Drawing from Phil's childhood friendship with a local priest named Father Michael, they highlight the vital need to hold deep conviction without losing the humble, loving posture of Jesus. They also turn the mirror on Protestant culture, exposing the invisible performance tolls we often pay when we try to earn God's love or blame ourselves during life's hardships. Listen to the Menlo Midweek Podcast Tune into new episodes released every Wednesday as we break down Sunday's sermon, share behind-the-scenes insights, and discuss practical ways to live out our faith. Listen now at menlo.church/podcasts.

Massimo Mollica • Selected Scriptures • Sermon Notes (Slides)

Massimo Mollica • Selected Scriptures • Sermon Notes (Slides) • Sundays in July

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by my friend theologian, Bible scholar, and former Protestant pastor Dr. John Bergsma to dig into one of the most nefarious misconceptions about the Catholic Church versus Protestantism and, cordially, share some of his shocking conclusions. Is Protestantism really more "Biblical" than Catholicism? Dr. Bergsma says, no. On topics of how the Church is organized, what worship looks like, what Jesus taught, how authority is passed on, and how decisions and interpretations of Scripture are made Dr. Bergsma shows, over and over again, that the Catholic Church is more closely aligned to Scripture than Protestantism at its very core.This is a truly fantastic episode!For more from Dr. Bergsma visit his website. Check out this book Stunned by Scripture from Our Sunday Visitor Press and his podcast of the same name.To purchase any of John's fine books visit the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology.Send your feedback to cordialcatholic@gmail.com.Sign up for our newsletter for my reflections on  episodes, behind-the-scenes content, and exclusive contests.To watch this and other episodes please visit (and subscribe to!) our YouTube channel.Please consider financially supporting this show!For more information visit the Patreon page.  All patrons receive access to exclusive content and if you can give $5/mo or more you'll also be entered into monthly draws for fantastic books hand-picked by me.If you'd like to give a one-time donation to The Cordial Catholic, you can visit the PayPal page.Thank you to those already supporting the show!Theme Music: "Splendor (Intro)" by Former Ruins. Learn more at formerruins.com or listen on Spotify, Apple Music, and Bandcamp.A very special thanks to our Patreon co-producers who make this show possible: Amanda, Elli and Tom, Fr. Larry, Gina, Heather, James, Jorg, Michelle, Noah, Robert, Shelby, Susanne and Victor, and William.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showFind and follow The Cordial Catholic on social media:Instagram: @cordialcatholicTwitter: @cordialcatholicYouTube: /thecordialcatholicFacebook: The Cordial CatholicTikTok: @cordialcatholic

Join the show with a TEXT here!My local church has given me the privilege of teaching Sunday school in light of our most recent sermon series through the book of Jude. Jude's epistle exposes the patterns and tactics of false teachers, urging believers to contend earnestly for the faith once delivered to the saints.In that same spirit, our church aims to guard the flock and equip them with biblical clarity about groups that claim Christian identity while departing from the gospel. This Sunday school series walks through several movements and teachings that align themselves with Christianity but diverge from historic, apostolic truth.Today, we'll be examining Eastern Orthodoxy, its claims, its distinctives, and how Scripture calls us to evaluate every doctrine. Hope you enjoy.

Picture a World Cup final with no referee — both teams disqualifying each other's players, every goal disputed, chaos taking over. Someone has to make the final call. But who decides the meaning of Scripture? It's a question that cuts to the heart of one of Protestantism's oldest principles: sola scriptura. And the objections are sharper than you might expect. If Scripture never actually says "Scripture alone," doesn't the whole idea collapse on itself? And didn't the church decide which books made the Bible — meaning the church came first? This article takes those challenges seriously. Listen in for some surprising answers.

The Five Solas

What is sola scriptura? Do the Scriptures even teach sola scriptura? What is the standard for Christian faith and practice?

Jon Harris delivers a packed news roundup and cultural commentary episode. Starts with an inspiring white pill on young patriots watching Young Washington, covers Senator Lindsey Graham's passing, Patriot Front's July 4th march, Trump's Mount Rushmore speech, Iran tensions, the Pope's encyclical, Eastern Orthodoxy trends, and competing American narratives.Full of biblical insight, political realism, and encouragement to build families and institutions. Ends with Jon's original song “Promised Land.”Jon's Music: jonharristunes.comTo Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/00:00 Intro - Young Patriots & TPUSA Screening of Young Washington03:30 White Pill: Encouragement for Young People & America's Heritage07:40 News Roundup Begins + July 4th Break Reflections12:20 Senator Lindsey Graham's Death, Legacy & Conspiracy Talk22:45 Patriot Front July 4th March - Full Analysis & Optics35:50 Narratives Theme: Trump at Mount Rushmore vs Proposition Nation45:10 Celebrity Reactions & Patriot Front Discussion Continues55:30 Iran, Strait of Hormuz & Trump Administration Foreign Policy1:05:40 Pope's Encyclical & Christian/Religious News1:15:20 Eastern Orthodoxy Conversions, Sola Scriptura & Church Trends1:28:40 Q&A: Guardian Angels, Online Christians, Who is This Country For?1:40:20 Homeschool, American History & Building Institutions1:50:50 Final Encouragement: Marriage, Family & Having Kids2:02:30 Closing Song - "Promised Land" from Heritage AlbumSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

The Authority Crisis Inside Christianity: If the Bible Is the Answer... Who Interprets It?Who decides?“Jesus is Lord + baptized in the Spirit = you're set.” Sounds simple… but who gets to define those words? We dig into authority, sola scriptura, and why interpretation without a Church fractures faith. Listen and tell us: who's your authority?Authority shapes everything, from how we read the Bible to how we treat the people sitting next to us in church. We start with a blunt comment that tries to shrink Christianity into a simple checklist and then ask the question most people skip: by what authority can anyone define the faith that way, and who gets to decide what those words mean?• Mount Sinai and St. Catherine's Monastery land dispute and why it matters to Christians• SSPX excommunication story and what it reveals about papal authority• Parish Life Conference takeaways and how shared worship strengthens unity• Responding to a comment that reduces salvation to a simple formula• Sola scriptura in practice and how interpretation often becomes self-authority• What “baptized in the Holy Spirit” means across denominations and why definitions diverge• Why the New Testament calls for lived obedience, not just verbal profession• Protestants bringing Protestant assumptions into Orthodoxy and why we must leave them at the door• Orthodoxy as lived faith versus Christianity as an academic subject• Book of the week: A Tale Of Two Cities and how cruel authority breeds violence• Authority as service, responsibility, and burden rather than privilege• The cloud of witnesses, inherited wisdom, and the problem of American individualism• Listener stories from Hebrew Roots, synagogue searching, tongues, and finding rooted worshipFrom there we get practical about the authority problem inside modern Christianity. If “the Bible alone” is the final authority, who is the final interpreter? We talk about how sola scriptura often slides into self-authority, why Protestantism can't easily speak with one voice about baptism, salvation, or essentials, and how rhetoric can masquerade as certainty. Against that backdrop, we explain the Eastern Orthodox view of authority as inherited life: Scripture read in the Church, sacred tradition, the teaching of the apostles and fathers, the ecumenical councils, and the sacramental reality that trains us to forgive, repent, pray, and endure.Authority isn't privilege, it's burden. From Mount Sinai's ancient monastery to Dickens' A Tale Of Two Cities, we trace what happens when leaders serve vs dominate.We also zoom out to real examples. We cover updates on St. Catherine's Monastery at Mount Sinai and why protecting ancient Christian institutions matters. We touch on Roman Catholic controversy around the SSPX as another case study in competing claims of authority. Then we bring it home with a powerful reflection on A Tale Of Two Cities, where cruel authority produces violence, while true authority looks like sacrifice, service, and responsibility. Along the way, listener comments add hope-filled stories of people moving from Hebrew Roots and Pentecostal backgrounds toward Orthodoxy because they're hungry for historical rootedness and worship that feels alive.What if “tradition” isn't worshiping ashes, but preserving fire? We talk Orthodox authority, humility, the cloud of witnesses, and why individualism isolates believers from 2,000 years of wisdom.If this conversation helped you rethink authority, share it with a friend who's asking similar questions, subscribe for more, and leave a review so more people can find the show.Questions about Orthodoxy? Please check out our friends at Ghost of Byzantium Discord server: https://discord.gg/JDJDQw6tdhPlease prayerfully consider supporting Cloud of Witnesses: https://www.patreon.com/c/CloudofWitnessesFind Cloud of Witnesses on Instagram, X.com, Facebook, and TikTok.Please leave a comment with your thoughts!

This week on JT's Mix Tape #88, the crew responds to the growing controversy surrounding the Book of Enoch after comments made by Wes Huff about a viral clip discussing Enoch, the Ethiopian canon, and the early Church Fathers.We dive into: • Why Jude quotes Enoch • What Tertullian actually wrote • The Ethiopian canon • Sola Scriptura • Fair use and content creation • Ancient giants • Dead Sea Scrolls • Modern art and the CIA • Hidden steamboats beneath Kansas • The strange Nuremberg sky battle • Conspiracy culture vs legitimate research • Why humility matters when studying history Whether you agree or disagree, our goal is to encourage thoughtful discussion while pointing people back toward Christ.

July 2, 2026SAMUEL FARAG,a convert out from Oriental (Coptic)Orthodoxy into the Reformed BaptistFaith, who now pastors Bethel BaptistChurch of Gorham, NY, who will address: “The ANCIENT COSTUME PARTY ofORTHODOXY: EXAMINING the CLAIMSof the ORTHODOX that THEY ARE theANCIENT CHURCH (& the DANGERS ofEQUATING ANTIQUITY with TRUTH)” & announcing that Samuel Farag's newbook, “Eastern Orthodoxy Through theLens of Sola Scriptura” is now in print!!! Subscribe: iTunes TuneIn Android RSS Feed Listen: