Episodes

We continue a multi-part critical review of the lecture, "Martin Luther's Theology of the Cross." Examining the lecture carefully, we investigate its historical claims, interpretation of Luther's Heidelberg Disputation, biblical arguments, and theological conclusions.

We begin a multi-part critical review of the lecture, "Martin Luther's Theology of the Cross." Examining the lecture carefully, we investigate its historical claims, interpretation of Luther's Heidelberg Disputation, biblical arguments, and theological conclusions.

An in-depth exegetical study of 2 Timothy 4:9–22, examining Paul's historical circumstances, the people surrounding him, and his final requests.

Loneliness can be emotionally devastating, psychologically exhausting, and painfully persistent. But does Scripture actually promise relief? Beginning with a question discovered in a study Bible after midnight, we examine the harsh reality of loneliness, challenge questionable biblical applications and easy religious answers, and explore practical ways to live when the loneliness doesn't go away. An honest, sometimes uncomfortable discussion about human suffering, companionship, and genuine Chri...

On Reformation Day, we move beyond the familiar story of Martin Luther and the Ninety-Five Theses to examine his often-overlooked theology of the cross. What did Luther actually teach at the Heidelberg Disputation of 1518? How does it relate to justification, suffering, human reason, and the distinction between Law and Gospel? We examine the biblical foundations, common misunderstandings, and why the theology of the cross must ultimately direct us to Christ rather than ourselves.

A devotional presents Nehemiah's prayer as a lesson in overcoming discouragement. But is that what Nehemiah 1 is actually teaching? We examine the devotional alongside the biblical text, exploring its historical context, Israel's covenant relationship with God, and the promises behind Nehemiah's prayer. What happens when we turn a passage about God's covenant faithfulness into a lesson about personal encouragement? And how should Christians properly interpret and apply Nehemiah 1?

We return to our systematic theology series with a critical examination of a sermon titled Understanding Inspiration. What does it mean to say that Scripture is inspired by God? Does the Bible actually support the claims commonly made about inspiration? We examine the sermon's arguments, test them against Scripture, and consider whether our doctrine of inspiration is derived from the biblical text or imposed upon it.

Does 2 Corinthians 12:9 promise that God will make us stronger through suffering? What if our weakness never goes away? In Part Two, we examine Paul's words in their biblical and historical context, exploring what it means for Christ's power to be made perfect in weakness. Is the promise about our personal empowerment, or about Christ accomplishing His purposes through weak and suffering people? The power belongs to Christ—not to us.

What does Paul mean when he says, "My strength is made perfect in weakness"? Does God promise to make us stronger through suffering? What if our weakness never goes away? We examine 2 Corinthians 12:9 through church history, its historical and textual context, and the reality of Christian suffering to discover what Paul actually teaches about Christ's power and human weakness.

Psalm 138:1 declares, "Before the gods will I sing praise unto thee." But who are these gods?

After years of scandal, moral failure, public disgrace, and silence, Hillsong Worship returns with new music. But has anything been learned?

Psalm 138:8 declares, "The LORD will perfect that which concerneth me." But what does that actually mean? Is this a promise that God will fulfill His individual plan for our lives? In this episode, we examine the verse in its textual, historical, and literary context, consider the original Hebrew, and explore how Christians can apply it without making the passage promise more than it actually says.

The Lord Is My Light: Rediscovering Daily Prayer From ancient Judaism to early Christianity and the development of the Liturgy of the Hours, Christians have a long history of praying at appointed times, following structured Scripture readings, and...

We return to our review of Jerry Arnold's sermon Decoys.

It’s almost midnight and I came across two thoughts, let’s talk about them

A sermon about Satan's decoys raises an important question: Is the devil actually the thief in John 10:10? We review Jerry Arnold's sermon Decoys and examine the textual and historical context to discover what Jesus was really teaching.

A quick episode about the book, Old Testament History - Genesis to the Silent Years Check the book out here: https://www.wayoflife.org/publications/course/mastering_ot_history_course.php

Proverbs 11:30 has been used in countless sermons to emphasize soul winning and evangelism. But is that what the verse actually teaches? We examine the Hebrew text, historical context, and ancient textual evidence to challenge a familiar interpretation and ask whether generations of Christians have misunderstood this famous proverb.

While exploring SermonAudio's new article section, I discovered the Independent Baptist Institute and its extensive collection of ministry courses, doctrinal teaching, and biblical exposition. I review one of their messages on biblical interpretation.

While exploring SermonAudio's new article section, I discovered the Independent Baptist Institute and its extensive collection of ministry courses, doctrinal teaching, and biblical exposition\. We examine the institute's educational philosophy, explore its available resources, and sample a lecture on biblical interpretation\. An opportunity to discover, investigate, and think critically\. Explore the institute and its course collections: https://www\.sermonaudio\.com/article/ibi/independent\-ba...

A controversial political attack ad in Ohio brings a disturbing history of childhood abuse into the governor's race. We examine the story, the campaign's defense of the ad, and the troubling question of what happens when political loyalty begins to corrupt Christian moral judgment.

Does participation in the divine nature guarantee victorious Christian living? We review teaching on 2 Peter 1, examine claims about holiness and human cooperation, and ask how some interpretations accounts for the continuing reality of sin in Christians.

SermonAudio has released a major app update! We explore the new article features, sermon transcripts, video clips, Scripture integration, curated collections, webcast improvements, and more. Plus, how Theology Central may begin publishing more written theological investigations through SermonAudio.

Did God really give that pastor his sermon? Responding to a listener's email, we examine claims of divine guidance, the problem of contradictory messages, human fallibility, and the logical implications of claiming the Holy Spirit directed a sermon. Before opening the biblical texts, we ask a fundamental question: How can anyone know that a message actually came from God?