Podcasts about Sola scriptura

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.

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Sola Scriptura: A Theological Debate The Bible never says Scripture is the sole authority of the Christian faith, and the Latin proves it. In this episode, we examine three texts from St. Paul and St. Peter and let the grammar do the work. No philosophical argument. No circular reasoning. Just the words themselves, in the language the Church has always read them. ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ TIMESTAMPS ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 0:00 - Introduction: The question underneath every Protestant-Catholic divide 0:30 - Why this approach is different: grammar, not argument 1:00 - 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Tenete traditiones: spoken word and letter as equals 2:00 - 1 Timothy 3:15, Columna et firmamentum: the Church as pillar of truth 3:00 - The verse where Paul could have said "Scripture" and didn't 3:30 - Subscribe/support note 3:45 - 2 Peter 1:20, Propria interpretazione: Peter forecloses private reading 4:30 - What the three anchors do together 5:00 - Patreon Deep Dive: the second-century witness 5:20 - Closing prayers: Pater Noster, Ave Maria, Gloria Patri   The Patreon-Only Deep Dive goes further, a second-century witness trained by a man who knew St. John names the exact principle that makes sola scriptura impossible, and calls it the rule of truth. He says the apostles handed it down before they wrote a single letter. Find it on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/thelatinprayerpodcast   A huge thank you to my Patrons!   To follow me on other platforms Click on my LinkTree below. linktr.ee/dylandrego Submit Prayer Requests or comments / suggestions: thelatinprayerpodcast@gmail.com Join me and others in praying the Holy Rosary every day; here are the Spotify quick links to the Rosary: Joyful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/1yhn... Sorrowful Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3P0n... Glorious Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/3t7l... Luminous Mysteries https://open.spotify.com/episode/6vlA... 15 Decade Rosary https://open.spotify.com/episode/2q33...   Know that if you are listening to this, I am praying for you. Please continue to pray with me and for me and my family. May everything you do be Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam. God Love You! Valete (Goodbye)   This video explores the concept of biblical authority within Christianity, specifically addressing the divide between Protestant and Catholic beliefs. We examine why the Bible does not explicitly state scripture is the sole authority, and how Latin texts provide additional insight. The discussion sheds light on the differences between "sola scriptura" and the Catholic view, offering a deeper understanding of the Christian theology at play. You will also see familiar Latin prayers such as Pater Noster, Ave Maria, and Gloria Patri. This podcast may contain copyrighted material the use of which may not always have been specifically authorized by the copyright owner. We are making such material available in our efforts to advanced the teachings of the Holy Catholic Church for the promulgation of religious education. We believe this constitutes a "fair use” of any such copyrighted material as provided for in section 107 of the US copyright law, and section 29, 29.1 & 29.2 of the Canadian copyright act. Music Credit: 3MDEHDDQTEJ1NBB0

Catholic apologists often insist, “Jesus Did Not Leave Us a Bible; He Left Us a Church.” Such assertions are intended to cancel sole dependency on the Bible as the standard of acceptable Christian doctrines, practices, and traditions. Such a claim is also intended to increase trust in church traditions and the rulings of church hierarchy, even if they are not found in the Bible. Is this view right? Is it safe? Is it pleasing to God?Comparative religion website: www.thetruelight.net Ministry website: www.shreveministries.org The Catholic Project website: http://www.toCatholicswithlove.org (English & Spanish) Video channel: www.YouTube.com/mikeshreveministries All audio-podcasts are shared in a video format on our YouTube channel. Mike Shreve's other podcast Discover Your Spiritual Identity—a study on the biblical names given to God's people: https://shreveministries.org/wp2/media/podcasts/ Mail: P.O. Box 4260, Cleveland, TN 37320 / Phone: 423-478-2843Purchase Mike Shreve's popular book comparing over 20 religions: In Search of the True LightPurchase Mike Shreve's new book comparing Catholicism to biblical Christianity: The Beliefs of the Catholic Church

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.

ABOUT THE EPISODEJoin David Schrock and Stephen Wellum as they interview Tony Costa on his COA Longform "The Challenge of Eastern Orthodoxy: Comparing Evangelical and Eastern Orthodox Theology"SponsorThis month's sponsor is Grimke Seminary. Pastors are called to care for the church of God that God called them to. So why do seminaries require men to leave their church to pursue theological studies? At Grimké Seminary, you can get Christ-centered, theological training in the Reformed, Protestant tradition, without leaving your local church. They offer a range of pastoral studies for students of all backgrounds to serve your growth in ministry, from a Bachelor's to a Doctor of Ministry.To apply, go to grimkeseminary.org and use the code “christoverall” to have your application fee waived.Timestamps00:31 – Intro04:30 – Dr. Costa's Ministry and Familiarity with Eastern Orthodoxy07:51 – What Did Dr. Costa See That Made Him Know that EO Would Be a Problem Today?09:40 – Has Dr. Wellum Had Any Engagement with EO?12:13 – The Vibe Online16:03 – What is the Protestant Way to Think through Tradition?19:25 – How EO Thinks of Scripture and Tradition26:40 – Who in the Church is the Final Authority?35:00 – Sponsor: Grimke Seminary36:10 – Is the Canon Closed for EO?41:40 – Do EO and Antisemetic Sentiment Correlate to One Another?43:27 – The Counsel of Jerusalem46:15 – What Will the Priest tell Catechumens to Read as They Join the Church?48:38 – The Doctrine of the Filioque51:37 – Why Would EO Still Deny the Filioque Today?55:25 – Understanding Justification in EO1:01:12 – Assurance & Atonement1:05:40 – Original Sin & Theosis1:08:03 – Counsel to Those Considering EO1:12:10 – Final Thoughts1:13:26 – OutroResources to Click“The Challenges of Eastern Orthodoxy: Comparing Evangelical and Eastern Orthodox Theology” – Tony Costa“Masculinity, Eastern Orthodoxy, and the Search for Stability” – Alexander Breytenbach“A Protestant Appraisal of Rock & Sand: Sola Scriptura Properly Understood” – Tyler Cox“Frank Schaeffer, Former Evangelical Leader, is a Self-Declared Atheist Who Believes in God” – Huffington Post“'The Bible Answer Man' Turns East: An Unlikely Conversion” – Erwin Lutzer“Young Men Leaving Traditional Churches for ‘Masculine' Orthodox Christianity in Droves” – Rikki Schlott“Evangelical Pastors and the Challenge of Eastern Orthdoxy” – Scott Hurst and Christian Clement-Schlimm“Reality: Questions regarding the Authenticity of the Sigillion of 1583” – Joshua Schooping“The Sunday of Orthodoxy 2024”“Service of the Small Paraklesis”“Entrance of the Mother of God into the Temple” – Orthodox Christianity“Debatable, Unnecessary, or Essential? The Virgin Birth and Mary as the Mother of God” – Michael Pereira“Confession of Dositheus”“What is Salvation?” – Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon“Divine Energies: Eastern Orthodoxy's Strangest and Most Important Doctrine” – Knox BrownTheme of the Month: Go West, Young Men: Evaluating the Drift toward Eastern OrthodoxyGive to Support the WorkBooks to ReadDancing Alone: The Quest for Orthodox Faith in the Age of False Religion – Frank SchaefferThe Orthodox Church: An Introduction to Eastern Christianity – Timothy WareThrough Western Eyes: Eastern Orthodoxy, A Reformed Perspective – Robert LethamThree Views on Eastern Orthodoxy and Evangelicalism – ed. James J. StamoolisDisillusioned: Why I Left the Eastern Orthodox Priesthood and Church – Joshua SchoopingEastern Orthodoxy: Through the Lens of Sola Scriptura – Samuel S. FaragThe Holy Standards: The Creeds, Confessions, and Catechisms of the Eastern Orthodox Church – Joshua SchoopingThe Filioque: History of a Doctrinal Controversy – A. Edward SiecienskiVindicating the Filioque: The Church Fathers at the Council of Florence – Thomas Crean, O.P.The Holy Trinity: In Scripture, History, Theology, and Worship – Robert Letham

“How do I explain Mary's sinlessness to my Protestant wife?” This question opens a discussion on the role of Mary in Catholic theology, addressing concerns from recent converts and their families. Other topics include offering comfort after a loved one’s passing, navigating doubts about Sola Scriptura, and understanding the Church’s teachings on end times and marital relations. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 06:21 – I'm a recent convert. How do I address the sinlessness of Mary to my Protestant wife? 17:41 – My non-Catholic father-in-law died suddenly. What words of comfort can I offer to my Catholic family? 24:33 – If I become convinced of certain Church teachings but still have major questions about things regarding Sola Scriptura, would it be a good thing to move towards Catholicism? 34:05 – Regarding the end time, it appears Irenaeus is premillennial and claims he gets it from St. John, but the Church teaches against it. How binding is this? 42:35 – I'm a recent convert. My wife had a procedure to save her life that required the removal of parts of her reproductive system. Is it a sin to have relations since we cannot be open to life? 47:31 – Where does Mary fit in because she’s always popping up everywhere? Why is she so prominently seen?

 Fridays are for the Lord: Ed Mabry Returns to Nephilim Death Squad!  Spiritual Warfare, Biblical Truth, UFO Disclosure & the Great Deception ExposedDavid Lee Corbo (The Raven) and Top Lobsta welcome back Ed Mabry for an unfiltered deep dive into spiritual warfare, the pagan roots of Catholicism & Orthodoxy, why praying to saints and Mary is unbiblical, and the real story of Cain & Abel that changes everything. Ed breaks down his groundbreaking 12-month Spiritual Warfare Course, how to enter God's divine counsel, Sola Scriptura vs. sacred tradition, the Queen of Heaven deception, and why knowing God personally is your greatest defense against the end-times delusion.Plus: Fallen angels, Nephilim, manufactured prophecy, the coming UFO/alien disclosure as demonic cover story, original sin, generational curses, and how the church is the called-out ones — NOT a building or denomination.If you want victory in spiritual battles, a real relationship with God, and to see through the deception — this episode is for you.Join Ed Mabry's 12-Month Spiritual Warfare Course (Defense → Offense → Special Situations → Generative)Use code WARRIOR-FIFTY for 50% off the first 3 months → faithbyreason.net Ed's Patreon Bible Study (Supernatural lens through the entire Bible — live Q&A)patreon.com/faithbyreasonSupport Nephilim Death SquadEarly access, private communities & more → patreon.com/NephilimDeathSquadMerch & Brohemian Grove Tickets (Aug 8) → toplobsta.comLike, comment “AMEN” if this hit you, subscribe, and turn on notifications — Death Squad never misses a Friday for the Lord!  What's your biggest takeaway on Cain & Abel, praying to Mary, or the coming disclosure? Drop it below 0:00 - Intro & Welcome to Nephilim Death Squad2:30 - Patreon, Merch & Brohemian Grove Tickets5:45 - Ed Mabry Returns: FaithByReason.net & Spiritual Warfare Course12:20 - Spiritual Warfare Course Breakdown (Defense → Offense → Generative)18:50 - Why This Training Matters Now (World Chaos & End Times)24:10 - The Church Debate: Orthodoxy, Catholicism & Sola Scriptura31:40 - Praying to Saints & Mary – Biblical Problems Exposed38:15 - Pagan Roots of Mary as "Queen of Heaven" (Ishtar Connection)44:50 - Fatima Apparition & UFO/Deception Link51:20 - One Mediator: Why Jesus Alone?57:10 - Disclosure Bombshell: Pastors Briefed on Aliens & Demons1:04:40 - The Collins Elite, Media Circus & Why It Feels Off1:11:30 - Ed Mabry's Take: 6th Seal Fallen Angels & Alien Cover Story1:19:20 - Genesis Series Update: The REAL Story of Cain & Abel1:27:50 - Why Cain Killed Abel (Messiah Complex Theory)1:35:10 - Sin Crouching at the Door & Blood Crying from the Ground1:42:20 - Closing Plugs: Join the Course + Bible Study1:47:50 - Final Thoughts & See You at Brohemian GroveBecome 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.

Patrick measures the fast erosion of book reading, especially among men, against an explosion of podcasts and instant digital entertainment, all while considering what’s lost when screens replace ink and paper. Candid conversations weave through everything from the fading art of handwriting to whether men are more likely than women to get lost in online lectures. The importance of handwriting notes and love letters (01:01) The explosion of podcasts coinciding with the steep decline of people reading books - https://www.wsj.com/business/media/dad-books-are-a-dying-breed-d9a28b49 (05:01 Mark - Do men listen to lectures more than women? What is your experience? (21:18) Lillian - How can someone marry in the Church without being baptized? (25:24) Mark - Can a man become a priest if he has same-sex attractions but decides to take a vow of chastity? (34:38) Audio: This newly baptized Catholic woman shares the differences between Protestant and Catholic worship after only a few months of becoming Catholic. - https://x.com/Xtopher_Uzo/status/2052036604387082445 (46:49) Audio: An evangelical tried to defend Sola Scriptura, then he followed it to its conclusion - https://x.com/BillArnoldTeach/status/2050249984617123982?s=20 (48:47)

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For your convenience and listening pleasure, the first hour is just a church member and his pastor shooting the breeze about Evangelicalism, especially in North America and the West. The second hour, we get down to the nitty gritty of the Nicene Creed and Sola Scriptura. Do they fit like a hand and glove or are they like oil and water? Can Biblicists believe in the usefulness of creeds? Do creeds necessarily supplant the Scriptures? Gird your loins and enjoy a little Theology to Drive By 2026! Catch up on past episodes! https://share.transistor.fm/s/ab5abfe9https://share.transistor.fm/s/89564a04https://share.transistor.fm/s/121360cchttps://share.transistor.fm/s/b3c10d7b

Join the show with a TEXT here!Ecclesial Anxiety, a phrase gaining traction as more people exploring Christianity wrestle with uncertainty about which church truly holds the gospel. Questions abound: Who can really be saved? Which church preserves the right traditions and theology? In today's episode, we dig into the root of this confusion. When ecumenical dialogue turns into compromise, the inevitable question arises: “What is a Christian?” Featuring a discussion between Trent Horn (Catholic) and Gavin Ortlund (Protestant), we examine how their attempt to affirm one another as brothers in faith—while sidestepping their exclusive claims—creates theological fog instead of clarity.It's time to cut through the cloudy talking points and polished rhetoric to uncover what Scripture actually says defines a Christian, not merely in name, but in reality!

En el argot popular, esta expresión es un llamado a la alerta. Para el creyente, una actitud y virtud necesaria es la cautela. Definimos la cautela como el ejercicio donde, con estricto examen y en alerta permanente, cuidamos nuestra conducta y nuestra mente.La vida cristiana no es un paseo pasivo; es una milicia. La cautela debe sumarse a la perseverancia para no desmayar, a la sobriedad para juzgar rectamente, y a la diligencia para actuar con prontitud. Nuestro Señor Jesús utilizó frecuentemente el imperativo "Mirad", una señal de alarma que nos obliga a mantener la guardia alta para no ser desviados del Reino de los Cielos.He aquí cuatro frentes donde debemos ponernos en actitud "águila" y en modo "trucha":1. Cautela con la incongruencia - "MIRAD, pues, cómo oís; porque a todo el que tiene, se le dará; y a todo el que no tiene, aun lo que piensa tener se le quitará." (Lucas 8:18) - No basta con estar expuestos a la Palabra; debemos examinar cómo la recibimos. La incongruencia nace cuando oímos con ligereza, sin permitir que la verdad penetre el corazón. El juicio de Dios es severo: quien desprecia la luz que tiene, acabará en tinieblas, perdiendo incluso la apariencia de espiritualidad que creía poseer.2. Cautela con la avaricia - "MIRAD, y guardaos de toda avaricia; porque la vida del hombre no consiste en la abundancia de los bienes que posee." (Lucas 12:15) - Debemos estar "truchas" ante la sutil mentira de que nuestra dicha, seguridad o valor dependen de nuestras posesiones. La cautela aquí actúa como un centinela que nos recuerda nuestra total dependencia de la providencia divina, cortando de raíz el deseo insaciable de acumular lo que es temporal.3. Cautela con los engañadores - "MIRAD que no seáis engañados; porque vendrán muchos en mi nombre... Mas no vayáis en pos de ellos." (Lucas 21:8) - En un mundo de relativismo y falsos maestros, la cautela es vital. Debemos filtrar todo mensaje a través de la Sola Scriptura. El engañador no siempre viene con cuernos, a veces viene con Biblia en mano pero sin Cristo en el centro. Estar alerta significa discernir los tiempos y las voces, rehusando seguir cualquier camino que se aparte de la sana doctrina.4. Cautela con la mundanalidad - "MIRAD también por vosotros mismos, que vuestros corazones no se carguen de glotonería y embriaguez y de los afanes de esta vida..." (Lucas 21:34) - La mundanalidad no es solo el pecado abierto, sino el entorpecimiento del alma por las ansiedades y placeres de este siglo. La cautela nos advierte que un corazón "cargado" es un corazón que no puede vigilar. Si estamos demasiado absortos en lo terrenal, el día del Señor nos sorprenderá como un lazo.VELANDO EN SOBRIEDADLa cautela es, en última instancia, el antídoto contra el sueño espiritual. Como hijos de la luz, nuestra postura debe ser de expectativa activa y autocontrol constante. No podemos permitirnos el lujo de la negligencia espiritual mientras el mundo duerme en su ignorancia. "Por tanto, no durmamos como los demás, sino velemos y seamos sobrios." (1 Tesalonicenses 5:6) - Ponte águila, ponte trucha. Que tu examen sea estricto, tu alerta sea permanente y tu vida sea un testimonio de que el Rey está a las puertas.

ABOUT THE EPISODEYoung Protestants are reportedly departing for Eastern Orthodoxy in droves. What are the major differences between Eastern Orthodoxy and Evangelical Protestant Christianity?SponsorThis month's sponsor is Grimke Seminary. Pastors are called to care for the church of God that God called them to. So why do seminaries require men to leave their church to pursue theological studies? At Grimké Seminary, you can get Christ-centered, theological training in the Reformed, Protestant tradition, without leaving your local church. They offer a range of pastoral studies for students of all backgrounds to serve your growth in ministry, from a Bachelor's to a Doctor of Ministry.To apply, go to grimkeseminary.org and use the code “christoverall” to have your application fee waived.Resources to Click“The Challenges of Eastern Orthodoxy: Comparing Evangelical and Eastern Orthodox Theology” – Tony Costa“Frank Schaeffer, Former Evangelical Leader, is a Self-Declared Atheist Who Believes in God” – Huffington Post“'The Bible Answer Man' Turns East: An Unlikely Conversion” – Erwin Lutzer“Young Men Leaving Traditional Churches for ‘Masculine' Orthodox Christianity in Droves” – Rikki Schlott“Evangelical Pastors and the Challenge of Eastern Orthdoxy” – Scott Hurst and Christian Clement-Schlimm“Reality: Questions regarding the Authenticity of the Sigillion of 1583” – Joshua Schooping“The Sunday of Orthodoxy 2024”“Service of the Small Paraklesis”“Entrance of the Mother of God into the Temple” – Orthodox Christianity“Debatable, Unnecessary, or Essential? The Virgin Birth and Mary as the Mother of God” – Michael Pereira“Confession of Dositheus”“What is Salvation?” – Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon“Divine Energies: Eastern Orthodoxy's Strangest and Most Important Doctrine” – Knox BrownTheme of the Month: Go West, Young Men: Evaluating the Drift toward Eastern OrthodoxyGive to Support the WorkBooks to ReadDancing Alone: The Quest for Orthodox Faith in the Age of False Religion – Frank SchaefferThe Orthodox Church: An Introduction to Eastern Christianity – Timothy WareThrough Western Eyes: Eastern Orthodoxy, A Reformed Perspective – Robert LethamThree Views on Eastern Orthodoxy and Evangelicalism – ed. James J. StamoolisDisillusioned: Why I Left the Eastern Orthodox Priesthood and Church – Joshua SchoopingEastern Orthodoxy: Through the Lens of Sola Scriptura – Samuel S. FaragThe Holy Standards: The Creeds, Confessions, and Catechisms of the Eastern Orthodox Church – Joshua SchoopingThe Filioque: History of a Doctrinal Controversy – A. Edward SiecienskiVindicating the Filioque: The Church Fathers at the Council of Florence – Thomas Crean, O.P.The Holy Trinity: In Scripture, History, Theology, and Worship – Robert LethamEarly Christian Creed and Hymns, What the Earliest Christians Believed in Word an Song: An Exegetical-Theological Study – Tony CostaThe Biblical Canon: Its Origin, Transmission, and Authority – Lee Martin MacDonaldThe Canon Debate – Lee Martin MacDonald and James A. SandersThe Biblical Canon Lists from Early Christianity: Texts and Analysis – Edmon Gallagher and John D. MeadeThe Old Testament in Eastern Orthodox Tradition – Eugen J. PentiucThe Acts of the Second Council of Nicaea (787) – Richard PriceIcons and Power: the Mother of God in Byzantium – Bissera V. PentchevaThe Orthodox Study Bible – eds. Joseph Allen and Michel NajimProtestant Patriarch: The Life of Cyril Lukaris (1572-1638) Patriarch of Constantinople – G.A. Hadjiantoniou

The Bible we hold is a translation of ancient manuscripts. But does that gap between the original autographs and our English Bibles introduce error we should be worried about? In Lesson 27 of Christian Ethics and the Old Testament, Dave Rich works through the transmission and translation of Scripture—and makes the case that we have every reason for confidence.Rich opens with the logic: reliable manuscripts plus faithful translation equals God's Word in English. Either piece can fail, and he walks through what happens when it does. From there he examines the manuscript evidence for the Old Testament—the Masoretic Text, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and the Septuagint—showing that agreement across those sources is remarkably stable. The one significant variant, Psalm 22:16, turns out to have strong textual support for "they pierced my hands and feet," consistent with its unmistakably messianic context.New Testament transmission is even more extensively attested—over 5,800 Greek manuscripts, with 99.5% of the text determinable from existing evidence. Rich walks through the nature of the variants honestly, showing that the most significant ones are well known, clearly marked in modern translations, and doctrinally non-threatening.The lesson closes with a survey of English translations across a spectrum from highly literal to outright corrupt: the YLT, NASB, LSB, ESV, NIV, New Living, and then the Message, the New World Translation, the Passion Translation, and several others that distort the text to serve a theological agenda.God had a purpose in giving His Word, Rich argues, and that same providence extends to its transmission and translation into every language. ★ Support this podcast ★

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Joe reviews Christopher Cloos’ new argument in favor of Sola Scriptura, the Attribute Inscripturation Thesis (AIT). Transcript: Joe: Welcome back to Shameless Popery. I’m Joe Heschmeyer, and many of you know I recently debated Doug Wilson on Sola Scriptura. If you haven’t seen that debate, you can check it out in the description below. But the debate prompted a lot of good conversations from both sides and one person in particular caught my attention because he offers a brand new argument for Solo Scriptura and for the 66th book Protestant Bible. That person is the Protestant...

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How do we know the Bible we hold today actually contains God's words—all of them, and only them? In Lesson 26 of Christian Ethics and the Old Testament, Dave Rich works through the doctrine of canonicity and its direct bearing on Christian ethics. If the whole Bible teaches us which acts, attitudes, and attributes receive God's approval, then it matters enormously whether we have the right books.Rich opens with three definitions of canon—exclusive, functional, and ontological—and argues that the most important one is often overlooked. Books don't become God's Word because the church recognized them. They are God's Word by virtue of what they are. Church recognition follows divine inspiration; it doesn't create it.From there, Rich builds a case for confidence in the 66-book canon rooted in God's own stated purpose for His Word. If God speaks to accomplish something through His people, He will providentially ensure those people have access to what He has said. The near-unanimous agreement of the church across centuries on the canon—without any centralized authority enforcing it—is itself remarkable evidence of that providence.Rich also walks through what doesn't belong: the Apocrypha and Deuterocanonical books added by the Council of Trent in 1546, the Pseudepigrapha, and the Gnostic gospels of Mary and Thomas. Each is examined and found wanting. The session closes with reasons to believe the canon is closed—structurally, historically, and textually.  ★ Support this podcast ★

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Join the show with a TEXT here!In our ongoing dialog on apologetics, today's reaction video highlights why discernment matters when defending the faith. Too often, Catholics, Orthodox, and Protestants are grouped together under the broad label of “Christian”, but what does Scripture actually say it means to be a Christian? Can we unite with those who proclaim a different gospel? Is there even such a thing as “another gospel”?These are not abstract questions. They strike at the heart of truth and clarity. When we blur the lines of the gospel, we risk confusing believers and affirming distortions that Scripture calls us to reject. The call is simple but costly: stand firm on the Word of God, even when it means speaking hard truths.So grab your Bible and get comfortable as we unpack the false claims presented in this video, measure them against Scripture, and reaffirm what truly places someone in right standing before a holy God.

Dave Rich returns for Lesson 25 in the Christian Ethics and the Old Testament series. After establishing Scripture's authority through inspiration last session, this lesson works through the next essential questions: Is the Bible clear enough, necessary enough, and sufficient enough to serve as the foundation for Christian ethics?Rich opens with the doctrine of the clarity of Scripture—what theologians call perspicuity—grounding it in passages from Deuteronomy, Psalms, and the New Testament epistles. The argument is straightforward: if the Word was given to ordinary Israelites, to children, to simple people across all kinds of circumstances, it is clear enough for Christians to use it for ethics. But Rich is careful to walk through honest qualifications. The unregenerate cannot fully understand Scripture. Clarity grows through study and obedience. No one comprehends all of it perfectly.From clarity, the lesson moves to necessity. Could a believer do ethics without the Bible? Rich uses a thought experiment to show why the answer is no—conscience and general revelation together are simply not enough. The Bible is the only transcript of God's words and therefore the only source of absolute ethical norms.The final section addresses sufficiency. Drawing on 2 Timothy 3 and Psalm 119, Rich argues that Scripture contains everything God requires us to know to live rightly—not as a ceiling on learning, but as a complete and binding standard. Nothing may bind the conscience that is not found there. Nothing is sin that Scripture does not call sin.This lesson lays the groundwork for everything that follows in the series. ★ Support this podcast ★

A new MP3 sermon from Alpha and Omega Ministries is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Church History Proves the Necessity of Sola Scriptura Subtitle: The Dividing Line 2026 Speaker: Dr. James White Broadcaster: Alpha and Omega Ministries Event: Podcast Date: 4/21/2026 Length: 72 min.

After some comments on a variety of topics at the top of the program, we dove deep into the following citation from Basil the Great, "because the honor paid to the image passes on to the prototype." We looked at the original context and meaning, and then how it was plucked out of that context and used by John of Damascus, and how that then became central to the arguments of the iconophiles at Nicea II, and hence became the basis of "infallible dogma" for both Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy. Not an entertaining program, to be sure, but hopefully a helpful one. Tomorrow we will be doing a Zoom call "open phones" program, so join us then!

In this interview, I'm joined by Sean Luke of  @anglicanaesthetics to discuss how historic Anglican theology can address some of our contemporary debates about sola scriptura, Protestantism, and more. We discuss whether Anglicans really believe in sola scriptura, how Anglicans have viewed historic schisms, and whether the development of the Church of England was itself schismatic. Prepare to come out of this interview with a long reading list!Pre-order my novel, The Long Road to Holy Island: https://amzn.to/4sISAC9Get access to my book club, show notes, ad-free episodes and more:  https://patreon.com/gospelsimplicity Make a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/gospelsimplicityBook a meeting: https://calendly.com/gospelsimplicity/meet-with-austinRead my writings: https://austinsuggs.substack.comFind Sean on Substack: https://substack.com/@anglicanaestheticsBooks Mentioned: Richard Hooker - Laws of Ecclesiastical Polity: https://amzn.to/4tFes1FWilliam Chillingworth - The Religion of the Protestants: https://amzn.to/4cDpxunJohn Tillotson - The Rule of Faith: 00:00 Introduction02:00 Sola Scriptura in Anglican Thought03:50 The Role of Tradition and Ecumenism06:59 Historical Anglican Approaches to Church Authority12:45 The Church Schism and Anglican Continuity20:45 The Caroline Divines and Anglican Identity28:45 Sola Scriptura in Anglican Debates40:55 The Authority of Scripture and Church Tradition50:40 The Discontinuity and Continuity of the Rule of Faith01:00:48 Recommended Resources and Final ThoughtsSupport the show

One of the perennial points of discussion between Roman Catholics and Protestants is the role and authority of Scripture and tradition in the Christian life, and for good reason. Many Roman Catholic apologists today will argue that sola Scriptura is untenable because it was the Church that created the Scripture, and not the other way. So in this week's episode we aim to explain what sola Scriptura is, what is isn't, and how it stands up to Roman and Orthodox objections.   Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA. Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.

In this episode of The Cordial Catholic, I'm joined by author Traci Rhoades to talk about her remarkable faith journey into the Catholic Church. Traci is a brilliant and insightful writer who I first met as someone exploring the different roots of Christian traditions. When I heard that Traci had, in fact, become Catholic I knew I needed to have her on the show! Traci's story is a fantastic one – and she's a great storyteller. From trying to incorporate the ancient elements of Christianity into her non-denominational church to realizing, ultimately, that those elements can only be rightly found in the most ancient churches, it's a wonderful story of following Christ to the absolute ends of where he leads, and a lovely tale of family and faith, too. For more from Traci visit her website.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,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

Steve takes us through a compelling argument for why Christians would benefit from being of the Calvinist persuasion. We pray that Grounded is a blessing to you in your walk with our Lord.

Join the show with a TEXT here!Last time on Bloom, we dug into the difference between arguments and assertions, and why being able to tell them apart is essential when responding to objections to God's Word and the Truth as a whole.In this episode, we go a layer deeper. We're talking about how to stay grounded when conversations start slipping into definition‑changing, goal‑post‑moving, and quiet redefinitions of key terms. These subtle shifts can derail us quickly. We often lose our footing when we agree to claims we haven't fully considered or when we don't notice that the discussion has drifted into territory we don't actually believe.Learning to catch these moves—and staying rooted in clear, categorical, systematic Truth—is crucial for standing firm in any theological conversation. Let's dive in

12 April 2026 | This week Pastor Evan begins a new sermon series on the 5 Solas of the Reformation, starting the series on Sola Scriptura, the doctrine of the bible being the sole, infallible, and supreme authority for faith and practice in a Christian's life. 2 Timothy 3:14-17 But as for you, continue in what you have learned and have firmly believed, knowing from whom you learned it and how from childhood you have been acquainted with the sacred writings, which are able to make you wise for salvation through faith in Christ Jesus. All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, for reproof, for correction, and for training in righteousness, that the man of God may be complete, equipped for every good work.

One of the most frequent critiques of sola scriptura made by catholic apologists is the problem of the protestant canon. Catholic apologists argue that without some sort of infallible authority outside of scripture, you cannot be certain of the scriptural authenticity of any given book of the bible, which in turn undermines the authority of scripture as a whole. In response to this criticism Protestant apologists have offered three main arguments intended to answer this objection, and in this video I hope to explain why I think these answers ultimately don't hold up. And why the biblical canon remains Sola scripura's Achilies heel.Support me on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=81707973 follow me on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doctrinedogmaanddavide/Contact me:doctrinegodmaanddavide@outlook.com

Some of greater Christianity believes that church traditions and other extra-biblical materials are of equal value to the Holy Scripture. Is this accurate? Can traditions of men possible be of equal importance to the holy, inspired, word of God?On this episode, we dive into the topic of Sola Scriptura (only scripture).

Joe’s opening statement in his debate against Doug Wilson on Sola Scriptura. Transcript: Joe: Welcome back to Shameless Popery. I’m Joe Heschmeyer and happy Easter. I suspect many of you are familiar with the Protestant pastor, Doug Wilson. He’s often been described as a Christian nationalist. He recently made the news for arguing that the law shouldn’t permit Catholics to process down the street with images of Mary or with the Eucharist. Clip: Catholic church bells would be okay. Catholic church bells would be okay. But a parade in honor of the Virgin Mary, carrying an...

In this interview, I'm joined by Kevin Fernandez of  ⁨@SinceAD33⁩ for a friendly discussion about the current state of the sola scriptura debate to see if there are ways in which Protestants and Catholics can productively move the conversation forward. And part of moving forward, we find, is looking backwards, retrieving the best of the past for fruitful discussion in the present. Pre-order my novel, The Long Road to Holy Island: https://amzn.to/4sISAC9Get access to my book club, show notes, ad-free episodes and more:  https://patreon.com/gospelsimplicity Make a one-time donation: https://paypal.me/gospelsimplicityBook a meeting: https://calendly.com/gospelsimplicity/meet-with-austinRead my writings: https://austinsuggs.substack.com00:00 - Where we're at05:06 - Learning from the Past11:19 - The Real Differences17:12 - Infallibility25:15 - The Role of the Magisterium34:14 - Is this Getting Too Complicated?44:13 - The Trouble with Contradictions55:21 - How to Debate Well01:05:11 - Going DeeperSupport the show

“Scripture will correct the councils.” It sounds simple, even reassuring. But once you slow down and ask how that correction actually happens, the clarity starts to unravel.This episode follows that question all the way down. The Bible does not speak out loud—it must be read. And reading always means interpretation. So when two sincere Christians, both appealing to Scripture, arrive at different conclusions… who decides what is true? What actually settles doctrine, worship, and practice?We move beyond slogans and into the real mechanics of biblical authority. What does it mean to “submit everything to the Word” if there is no agreed way to identify the right interpretation? Why do disagreements persist even among people who are equally committed to Scripture? And what happens when the principle meant to unify ends up multiplying divisions?Along the way, we explore the deeper philosophical and historical layers beneath the debate. We look at the burden of proof required to overturn long-standing Christian practice, and why Chesterton's fence reminds us that tearing down inherited structures without understanding their purpose can leave us with less clarity, not more. We also examine the authorities Protestants often rely on in practice—confessions like the Westminster Confession of Faith, trusted pastors, and study Bible notes—and ask whether these function as a kind of tradition, even when they are not named as such.From there, we widen the lens. Why has sola scriptura, in practice, coincided with endless denominational fragmentation? And how does that compare with the Orthodox Christian claim that the faith has been preserved, lived, and handed down continuously from the apostles within the life of the Church?This isn't a surface-level debate. It's a direct confrontation with the question that sits underneath all theology and all disagreement:Who gets to decide?If you've wrestled with Scripture, authority, church history, or the tension between personal interpretation and historic Christianity, this conversation will challenge you to think more carefully—and more honestly—about where Christian authority ultimately rests.Subscribe for more thoughtful conversations, share this episode with someone who loves theology, and join the discussion: where do you believe the final authority in Christianity should be found?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.Audio: https://cloudofwitnessesradio.buzzsprout.comPlease leave a comment with your thoughts!

Join the show with a TEXT here!Coming off the heels of our Mini Series on Reformation and Counter‑Reformation teachings, I wanted to take an episode to share some thoughts on apologetics—specifically, how we can sharpen our discernment when evaluating arguments. It's not something we often pause to consider, but when we're defending the faith, it is vital that we understand the nature of the objections being raised. We need to recognize the assumptions, assertions, and hidden premises that shape an objector's argumentation.Far too often, claims are being smuggled in without us noticing, which makes defending the truth far more difficult. But when we use the gifts of logic and reason that our Creator has given us, we can stand firm and give a clear, confident defense of the hope within us.My goal in this episode is to encourage you to examine arguments more carefully, think through logic a little deeper, and apply that clarity to your defense of the truth. Leave a comment, drop a like, and don't forget to bring your snacks!

“What is our authority structure?” This question leads to a discussion on the implications of Sola Scriptura and how Catholics understand authority through both Tradition and Scripture. Other topics include how Catholics respond to 2 Timothy’s assertion about Scripture’s profitability and the significance of 1 Timothy 3:15 regarding the Church as the pillar and foundation of truth. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 03:33 – If Sola Scriptura is Wrong, Then what does our authority structure look like? 13:54 – How do Catholics refute protestant understanding of 2 Tim, All scripture is profitable. 21:00 – 1 Tim 3:15 says the Church is the pillar and foundation. How do protestants get around that scripture? 29:33 – I think another evidence for being against sola scriptura is Satan using scripture to tempt Jesus. What are your thoughts on that? 32:35 – What exactly is Tradition? 42:14 – How do you deal with the objection from protestants about wisdom and not being in their canon but only accept Sola Scriptura?

How should we think about the Church Fathers? Dr. Waldron is back, and he and Steve aim to get to the bottom of the undercurrent of why many believers are following after the Church Fathers. Here is Dr. Waldron's Article: https://content.cbtseminary.org/do-we-still-believe-in-sola-scriptura-three-years-later-sam-waldron/ Full Grounded Episode Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLQSjPkXroH070SqzMGSrJF-_W9tdXyGDF Please consider sharing this with your friends and church family wrestling with these ideas! in Christ, the Grounded Team SamWaldron #ChurchFather #ThomasAquinas #JohnCalvin #ChristanTheologyPodcast

“How do we respond to sola scriptura?” This question opens a discussion on the challenges of infallible testimony in the context of biblical canon, particularly in light of Protestant perspectives. Other topics include the sacrament of anointing of the sick in Eastern and Roman Rite practices, the morality of lying, and the doctrine of eternal conscious torment. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 3:00 – Catholics often critique sola scriptura by saying it blocks a Protestant from having an infallible testimony upon which they can base their belief that the Bible consists of 66 books, nothing more and nothing less. But Protestants counter that Jesus often held the Jews accountable to their scriptures even though they didn't have infallible declarations of their canon. How do we respond to that? 12:46 – I'm an Eastern Rite Catholic. Every year in Holy Week we receive the sacrament of the anointing of the sick. My Roman Rite friends have said if you can only receive it if you are seriously ill. They've also said it can wipe away mortal sin. But that is not my understanding. Which is true? 22:00 – How can there never be instances where lying is okay? 34:55 – I'm having trouble with the doctrine of eternal conscious torment. 45:53 – Why do we have to accept the teaching of the magisterium even when it's not infallible? 52:23 – what do you think of equivocation?

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“How do I explain James 2 to Protestants?” This question opens a discussion on the Catholic understanding of faith and works, while also addressing how we determine the canon of Scripture and the role of tradition in the Church. Other topics include the significance of traditions like kissing the bishop’s ring and the implications of 2 Timothy 3:16-17 for interpreting Scripture. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 13:13 – How do we figure out the canon? Are the books self attesting. Why does the Holy Spirit give infallibility to the Church but the Holy Spirit does not give infallibility to individuals? 20:31 – I'm entering into the Church and recently met my bishop. Are traditions like kissing the bishop’s ring still necessary? Why or why not? 31:50 – How do I explain the Catholic approach to James 2 to Protestants? 42:11 – What are our areas of disagreement apart from Sola Scriptura? 49:11 – What does it mean when it says all scripture in 2 Timothy 3:16-17?

In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, we speak with Sam Waldron on Cessationism. Dr. Waldron teaches this doctrine from Scripture, then shows how it relates to other important doctrines like Sola Scriptura. To learn more on this subject, pick up Dr. Waldron's book "To Be Continued?: Are the Miraculous Gifts for Today?" For more information about CBTS, visit CBTSeminary.org

Gavin Ortlund explains that sola Scriptura doesn't mean Scripture is the only authority in the church, but that it is the supreme and infallible rule by which all other authorities are measured in matters of faith and practice.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/

#1134 - Is Sola Scriptura True? (Anthony Rogers vs. Trent Horn) by Catholic Answers

Today’s Topics: 1, 2, 3, 4) William discusses the error of Sola Scriptura (Bible Alone), its late invention and the truth of Sacred Tradition  

“Is Sola Scriptura self-refuting?” This question opens a discussion on the foundations of Scripture’s authority, while also addressing why Catholics believe the Eucharist is essential for salvation. Additional topics include the salvation of Gentiles in Romans 2 and the theological implications of drinking the blood of Jesus despite biblical prohibitions. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 08:03 – Is Sola Scriptura Self Refuting? 14:40 – Why do Catholics believe they need the eucharist to be saved? 35:12 – How are the gentiles in Romans 2 saved? 50:35 – If the bible says drinking blood is a sin, then why is drinking the blood of Jesus not a sin?

“Why Don't Catholics believe in Sola Scriptura?” This question opens a discussion on the foundations of Scripture and its authority, touching on related topics such as the Catholic understanding of Sola Scriptura and the sacrament of Confirmation in light of biblical spontaneity. Other questions include assessing the correctness of Catholicism versus Protestantism and the implications of indulgences in the context of original sin. Join the Catholic Answers Live Club Newsletter Invite our apologists to speak at your parish! Visit Catholicanswersspeakers.com Questions Covered: 02:40 – One Protestant challenge is that the sacrament of Confirmation conflicts with the Bible reveals about the spontaneity of the Spirit. 11:30 – How do I properly assess which Christian belief system is correct, Catholicism or Protestantism? 38:13 – Why don't Catholics believe in Sola Scriptura? 49:40 – How can one be free of attachment to sin and receive a plenary indulgence when we are born with original sin?