Differing Things

What is God's relationship with time? Many will teach that God is outside of time, others teach that time is contained within God. But we must ask, what verse states this? Where do we see any verse that shows God outside of time? We do, however, have many verses that sow us God working within the confines of time. What are the ramifications of all of this. Today we look in detail at God's relationship with time.

If the assumption that the Hebrew had some concept of endlessness as to both past and future, was not injected into the Hebrew OLAMIM passages, would these bear a rational interpretation consistent with the contexts in which this word occurs and with the Bible in general? In other words, should we use "forever," "everlasting," or "eternal" to translate 'olamim'? Are there better alternatives? Does it even matter?

Our Host Bill Petri's opening to today's Differing Things Podcast states; "Few doctrines in Christianity are as terrifying or as misunderstood as hell." This podcast will dissect the doctrine of hell, examining its moral contradictions, its lack of Biblical foundations, and how the concept of hell evolved over time.

One of the greatest men of the Bible is John the Baptist. We all have heard his name, and most of us even know a little bit about him. But who was he really? Why is he such an important figure in the New Testament? There is much we have not considered about John the Baptist and who God intended him to be. Today's Differing Things takes an in-depth look at who John the Baptist was!

In today's world we are taught to hate our enemies. Wars have raged for as long as any of us can remember because of hatred. We must ask ourselves what does the Scriptures teach? Is there a difference between Jesus' message to Israel and Paul's message to the Body of Christ? Paul instructs us to follow him as he followed Christ. What does that look like? Today's Differing Things Podcast looks at this topic.

While considering the end of the Apostle Paul's earthly life, the Scriptures offer insight into his circumstances leading up to his death. What can we learn from the Scriptures to help sustain us in an increasingly anti-Christian society?

Recently our host, Bill Petri, did a study on sanctification. This is a very theological word that is often times misunderstood. What is sanctification? How does it work? What is the relationship between justification and sanctification? These questions form the basis for this week's Differing Things Podcast

A proper understanding of the Scriptures teaches Christians how to wage war. We fight a different kind of war, not a physical war but a spiritual war. We are to always remember in everything we are to demonstrate the love of Christ even to our enemies. What does this look like? Has it ever really worked?

Who is are/is the higher powers of Romans 13? How can they be human governments when human governments are more likely to promote the evil with things like abortion, homosexuality, and questionable ethics? How does right division, and the Apostle to the Gentiles fit into a study of Romans 13? All these questions form the basis for the continuation of this much needed study of Romans 13.

It is crucial for a Believer to understand his relationship with earthly Governments and nations. In order to understand this relationship, it is crucial for us to know basic rules the Bible gives us in how to approach God's Word. Failure to apply these rules creates confusion, error, and frustration!

History can and often does teach us lessons that will predict our future. Nations, much like people can learn much from the past. The past teaches us that all nations have a life cycle, and how long that cycle continues in contingent on how well the nation learned some truths from the past. Back in 2012 former President Obama made a simple statement. He said, "the best is yet to come." We should ask ourselves, "Is it?"

Special Guest Nathan Scranton explains his long winding path to ultimate reconciliation. This is a fascinating journey through addictions, fear of God our Father, and how ultimate reconciliation liberated him from a life of rebellion. Our host Bill Petri and Nathan have a really engaging conversation that will allow others to see the glorious light of how Christ won freedom for all His creation!

How does our understanding of the different Greek words translated as world or earth impact our understanding of Daniel's Seventy Weeks Prophecy? Why is it important for us to get a real understanding of these words? Be prepared to really think, this Differing Things will challenge all your preconceptions!