The Universe Next Door seeks to answer your questions on the meaning of life, worldview, and the existence of God.
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What You Don't Know about the Transfiguration [Are You Sure You Know Pt. 4]
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what was the point of the transfiguration? What is the story intending to communicate and does it have anything to do with us? Why were Moses and Elijah present and why did Peter want to build tents? What does the location of the event communicate in regard to spiritual powers and authorities? Join us next week to find out why Jesus says "On this R…
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A Scientist and the Complexity of Life | Bill Dembski and Tom Woodward
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Nick Shalna is joined by Dr. Bill Demsbki (Intelligent Design Author) and Dr. Tom Woodward (Discovery Institute, Apologetics Inc) to discuss the concept of specified complexity and the update of Dr. Dembski's classic book: The Design Inference. How did the Intelligent Design movement start and how far has it come? Why are the accusations made again…
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Q&A: Babel Episode, Original Sin and Virgin Birth
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Send in your questions for next month's Q&A to information@apologetics.org! Episodes referenced: Did Joshua make the Sun Stand Still? https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14943176-did-joshua-make-the-sun-stand-still-are-you-sure-you-know-pt-3 Babel Response Episode: https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14774037-what-defini…
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Did Joshua Make the Sun Stand Still? [Are You Sure You Know Pt. 3]
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Did the sun stop moving in the sky in Joshua 10, or are we misunderstanding how ancients thought of the sun "standing still"? Does taking a less common view mean you have less faith? Why were Israel's surrounding neighbors so particular about the alignment of stars and planets before battle and how may that play a role in this popular story? Join u…
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A Letter on the 'Christ is King' Trap
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Join us next Tuesday as we continue our series: "Are you sure you know what that verse means?" For the record, I have a beard and a truck. Support the Show.Door Nick Shalna
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Abraham's Promise: 'As' the Stars in Heaven? [Are you sure you know Pt. 2]
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In the second part of the "Are you sure you know whats that verse means?" series, Nick Shalna presents a prominent ancient Jewish view of God's promise to Abraham in Genesis 15. What does it mean to be made "as" the stars in heaven? Is this simply quantitative and a reference to numerical value, or is there something more? How should we understand …
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Trans Visibility Day vs Easter: Which Resurrection will you Recognize?
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If you are under the impression that Trans Visibility Day took place on Easter Sunday this year as a coincidence, we hope your mind is changed by the end of this episode. What does this day represent? How should Christians react and not react? Responding to the Trans Movement: https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14408633-thinking-and-…
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What definitely DIDN'T Happen at Babel (Response to Kristi Burke) [Are you sure you know Pt.1]
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In the first episode of the "Are you sure you know what that verse means" series, Nick Shalna responds to a video from a popular Youtuber on the story of the Tower of Babel. What really happened in Genesis 11? Why does God say let "us" go down? Is this story just a myth? Why is context so important when interpreting the Bible? Send any questions yo…
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Join us next week for a brand new series on rethinking some popular interpretations that may not capture the full meaning of what the original author and God intended for a passage! What does it mean to be "As the stars in heaven"? Did Joshua really make the sun stand still in the sky? Is David and Goliath more than simply a heroic story? Send your…
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Former-Psychic: Communicating with Spirits, Tarot Cards, Ouija Boards, Demons | Jenn Nizza
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Have you ever wondered what psychics actually do or where they get their information? Are Ouija Boards and Tarot Cards real? Is it possible to communicate with the dead or with demonic forces? What is Automatic Writing? What does the Bible have to say about these issues? Nick Shalna has a conversation with Jenn Nizza, a former psychic who is now a …
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Why Does Jesus Say 'You are gods'?
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What is going on in Psalm 82 when "Elohim" judges the "Elohim"? Is the intended meaning that God is judging a group of human leaders, or is there something much more significant in this chapter? Why does Jesus quote this passage to the Jews who are charging Him with blasphemy in John 10:35 before they try to kill Him? How do respected reformed scho…
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Were Stars Viewed as Angels in the Bible?
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It's common for us to read our modern scientific findings into the text of the Bible, but what did the ancient Israelites actually believe about cosmology and the formation of the earth? Did they believe the stars were fiery gas balls millions of miles away, or did they believe they were divine beings? How would a view of a smaller and more compact…
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The interview with Jenn Nizza, a former psychic now a Christian believer, will be released tomorrow afternoon! Are Tarot card readings real? Do psychics get their knowledge from demonic forces or are they experts at deception? What about crystals and Oijuia boards? Does demonic possession still exist and are witchcraft spells real? In the meantime,…
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Q&A: Original Sin, Slavery, Trump, Morality, War in Heaven
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Check out this month's Q&A and send in your question for next month to information@apologetics.org Episodes Referenced: Child Damnation: https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14452724-the-age-old-debate-of-child-damnation-needs-to-end How Original is Original Sin? https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13921635-how-original-i…
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I Dug Further Into the 'He Gets Us' Campaign
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At this point, nearly everyone has seen the famous "He Gets Us" Superbowl ad. In fact, it was probably viewed by over 130 million people. But why has there been so much backlash? Upon further research of the organization, are there some clues that lead to concern? Join Nick Shalna as he digs further into the beliefs and statements of the "He Gets U…
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More Inconsistencies with Original Sin and Infant Damnation
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Check out this follow-up to the recent episode on infant damnation and original guilt. If Jesus is truly human, how can we say He isn't born with original sin? Does "all mean all" when it comes to people sinning? Are we responsible for our own condemnation or are we guilty of the sin of Adam? Send your questions or disagreements to information@apol…
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Do Christians Indoctrinate Their Children? (And is it Abuse?)
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What does it actually mean to indoctrinate? Does the Bible encourage abuse of children and shame those who ask questions? Are those who are raised in Christianity taught to avoid critical thinking? Is there any connection between mental health and church attendance? What should you do if you're struggling with your faith, or with anxiety and depres…
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The Age-Old Debate of Child Damnation Needs to End
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Why do so many believe that infants and children don't go to be with the Lord if they haven't acknowledged Christ? How does the commonly held view of original guilt play into this dilemma? Are there popular theological views that would be contradicted if it's suggested that children go to heaven? What do well-known historical church figures have to…
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Thinking and Responding to the Growing Trans Movement | Alycia Wood
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Nick Shalna interviews Alycia Wood (Speaker at Apologetics Inc) on the topic of the trans movement and how to deal with it as Christians. Most of us wouldn't have a problem agreeing that a girl can't become a boy, but what about all of the minute details that come along with the issue? How do we respond to kids and adults identifying as another gen…
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Q&A: Flat Earth, Canaanite Genocide, One-World Government, Baal
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Nick Shalna responds to questions from listeners ranging from topics such as flat earth to spiritual demonic influences. Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our Q&A on the last Friday of February! Episodes Mentioned: How Original is Original Sin? https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13921635-how-original-is-original-…
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The Divine Council is More Practical than you Thought
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Are you able to look at the Bible objectively or do you feel the need to skip over intimidating or weird concepts? What do we do with passages suggesting that angels and spiritual beings have authority if only God has authority? Why would Israel worship stone and wooden idols rather than worship God? Join us as we talk about the top 5 practical app…
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Who are the Angels of the Seven Churches in Revelation?
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What is different about Revelation compared to other books in the Bible? Have we taken too much of a dry and modern approach to understanding apocalyptic literature? Is there a link between the Seven Spirits of God and the Seven Stars who play a crucial role in the book? How do Second Temple Period writings such as Enoch influence the New Testament…
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Angels, Cherubim, Seraphim and The Spiritual Realm (Who are They?)
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We often hear angels described as female creatures with wings. It's common to view demons as those who rebelled alongside Satan at the fall or perhaps even creatures who lost a battle against God's angels. But is these ideas found in Scripture? Join us as we dive into the topics of angels and demons, seraphim and cherubim, and why it's so important…
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The Divine Council and the Significance of 70
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Why does the number 70 seem to pop up in crucial situations throughout the Bible? Did God give authority to other 'gods' whom He later judged for accepting worship? What did God intend to do with the nations who abandoned Him at the tower of Babel? How do the Babel story and the number 70 tie in with what Christ came to redeem us from? Send your qu…
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What significance does the number 70 have in the Bible? Why does this number seem to pop up during some of the most significant events throughout Scripture and how will Jesus redeem His people from the corrupted sons of God? Join us tomorrow morning to find out! The Meaning of Elohim: https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11648324-why-d…
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Five Skeptic Challenges You (Probably) Aren't Prepared For
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Why are there differences in the gospels? Is Genesis 1-11 reliable and what blind spots might I have in that area? Is it possible that the Apostle Paul hallucinated on the road to Damascus and why should we think he's any different than Joseph Smith? Join us as we try our best to objectively respond to these skeptic challenges and more! Send your q…
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The Top 5 Views I Changed in 2023 (And Why)
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What views did you change in 2023? Are there any you've thought more deeply about or had to admit that you didn't have the details right? What Universe Next Door episodes would we recommend from 2023 that might make you rethink some of your positions or grow in knowledge about other positions? For our Next Q&A planned to be released on Friday, Janu…
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Santa Claus is Coming to Town: What Will You Do? (Jesus, Nicholas of Myra, Odin & Mythology)
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Where did the modern idea of Santa Claus come from? Did he derive from a Greek god or a Christian bishop? Did St. Nick punch Arius in the face at the Council of Nicea? Should you teach your children that Santa Claus is real and what alternative options exist? If Santa is based on a historical figure-gone-myth, is the same true of Jesus of Nazareth?…
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A Pagan Christmas? Saturnalia and Christmas Trees (Part 1)
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Did the modern Christmas holiday borrow its celebrations and festivities from the pagan Roman holiday Saturnalia? What early sources are there to demonstrate this? Should Christians celebrate Christmas? Are Christmas trees forbidden by God in the Bible? Join us for the first part of our Christmas series and be sure to check out next week's episode …
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How Should Christians Deal with AI? | John Lennox
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How should Christian’s view artificial intelligence? Is it sinful to use it? What different types of AI are there? How concerned should our society be? Nick Shalna is joined by Dr John Lennox to discuss the growing phenomenon. Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for our new Christmas series! This episode was recorded in the summer of…
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Why You Should Watch the Wingfeather Saga | Brock Starnes and Garrett Taylor
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Why should we care about what our children watch on TV? Is it possible for both kids and parents to enjoy watching something filled with purpose and creativity rather than shows that seek to smuggle in anti-Christian messages? What goes into taking an imaginative storybook and turning it into something visual and tangible? Brock Starnes and Garrett…
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Make sure you come back tomorrow for the interview with Brock and Garrett! In the meantime email your Christmas questions to information@apologetics.org And check out some more awesome episodes: The Reformation, Catholic Catechism, and Indulgences: https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13883319-the-reformation-catholic-catechism-and-ind…
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How to Prove that God Doesn't Exist
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What does it mean to exist? If someone asks you if you can prove that God exists, what would you say? What role does evidence play in the life of the Christian? Is faith based on a lack of evidence? Join us as we break down the question of God's existence and how to respond. Is the New Testament Terribly Altered and Untrustworthy? https://theuniver…
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DNA: The Orchestra in Your Cells | Dr. Tom Woodward
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Do you have any idea of the complexity of each one of your cells? Do you feel like you need a Ph.D. even to begin thinking about DNA and biology? What are some new groundbreaking discoveries in the area of genetics? Nick Shalna is joined by Dr. Tom Woodward, speaker at Apologetics Inc. and Senior Fellow at the Discovery Institute, to talk about sci…
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How Original is Original Sin and Is Mary Divine?
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Where does the idea of original guilt come from? Are we punished for the sin of Adam? Was Augustine dependent upon a faulty translation of the Bible? What does the Roman Catholic church believe about Mary and how does it tie in with the view of original sin that you might hold? Sophie is a 2-year-old girl in the ICU who needs our help: https://theu…
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The Reformation, Catholic Catechism, and Indulgences
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What actually prompted the Reformation and what differences between Roman Catholicism and Protestantism remain today? Support the Show.Door Nick Shalna, Michael C. Sherrard
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What did the figures of the reformation seek to do? Did the Reformation start with Martin Luther or were their other figures lurking in the shadows? What is the Council of Trent and did the Roman Catholic church have their own reformation? What does the Catholic Catechism say today that would still be in disagreement with Protestant doctrine? Join …
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Was Jesus Forsaken on the Cross?
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Did God the Father forsake Jesus on the cross in order to pay for our sin? Where did this idea come from? What implication does, or would it have if this is true? Nick Shalna is joined by Dr. Christopher Gates, pastor and professor, do talk aobut what is referred to as "the cry of dereliction". Refusing to Stay Asleep in a Woke Culture: https://the…
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Refusing to Stay Asleep in a Woke Culture (Defeating Defeatism Series)
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Have you noticed that our culture has undergone significant changes in a direction that you're uncomfortable with? Have you seen the effects of Critical Race Theory in your own workplace, schools, or even your home? Where did this come from and how has it become so prominent? Is there any way to walk back the "long march through the institutions?" …
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What's Being Taught in Schools Might Shock You | Tina Descovich (Moms for Liberty)
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What are our children learning about in schools in regard to "sex education"? What surprised and opened the eyes of so many parents when schooling was brought into the home remotely during the COVID lockdowns? What does it look like to refuse to co-parent with the government? Nick Shalna interviews Tina Descovich, Co-founder of Moms for Liberty, on…
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What It Looks Like to Fight Child Grooming | Billboard Chris (Defeating Defeatism: Doom and Groom)
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What would it look like to speak against child grooming in public places around the world? What would you expect when fighting a largely profitable system based on making critical changes to children's bodies that can't be undone in the name of ideology? Why has the issue of "transitioning" children's genders become so much more prominent and popul…
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Defining Christian Nationalism and Exposing the Inconsistencies | With Dr. Bill Roach (Defeating Defeatism Series)
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Why does it seem that Christian Nationalism is so difficult to define? Where did the term come from and how do proponents most commonly use it? Is there a precedent for such a concept in church history? How did the Founding Fathers and the different eras of the United States view Christianity and what does it mean for America to be or not to be a C…
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The Keys to Being Confident Discussing Difficult Issues | Greg Koukl (Defeating Defeatism Series)
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Nick Shalna is joined by Greg Koukl, a master of difficult conversations, to talk about his new book Street Smarts. What are the most significant issues facing our culture today? Are we in a Godless crisis? How can you be confident in talking about these issues and sharing and defending the faith? Is it possible to become all things to all people w…
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Liar, Lunatic, or Aliens? (What are we do to with UFO's, UAP's, and Aliens?)
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If you found out for certain tomorrow that extra-terrestrial beings exist and have existed for a long time, would this change the way you view Christianity? Would it make a difference if these creatures were good or evil? Are you convinced of the David Grusch whistleblowing or the alien bodies recently presented to the Mexican Congress? Join us as …
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Defeating Defeatism (New Series)
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Why does it seem that Christians today are often willing to stay silent on loud issues and accept defeat? Why does it also seem like many Christians overcorrect issues and become harsh or careless of others? What can we do to ensure that we fight for what's right and what God wants without falling into sin? Are problems in government, the school sy…
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Why I'm Not A Theonomist (Laying Down the Law Series Pt. 4)
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What is Theonomy? Does God command the church to enforce His Law on other nations or on our Government? Is there such a thing as a secular government? What does history teach us about theonomous nations? Join us as Nick Shalna talks about the main reasons that he is not a Theonomist! Send your questions to information@apologetics.org for the next Q…
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Q&A: Sabbath Disagreements, Heresy, Different Bibles, Church Issues
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Check out this month's Q&A and send your questions to information@apologetics.org for the Q&A at the end of next month! Question topics: 1. Resolving Church Issues 2. Teaching on Heresy 3. Difference between Hebrew, Protestant, and Catholic Bibles 4. Sabbath Disagreements 5. Disagreement on the Law 6. Finding Rest in Christ Are We Required to Keep …
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What is the Law of Christ and How is it Different from the Law of Moses? (Laying Down the Law Series Pt. 3)
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What are we to do with the distinction between the law of Christ and the Law of Moses that the Apostle Paul makes in 1 Corinthians 9:23? What does Christ's fulfillment of the Law mean for Christian believers? If we're not under the Law of Moses, are we able to do whatever we want without consequences? Join us in our third part of the "Laying Down t…
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Did Jesus Abolish the Law? (Laying Down the Law Series Pt. 2)
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How did Jesus fulfill the Law in Matthew 5:17 if He didn't abolish it? What does Paul mean when he says that Jesus is the end of the Law and has set it aside? Should Christians be afraid of the Code of Hammurabi? Was the Law designed to be eternally binding? Join us for the second part of the new series: Laying Down the Law Please send your questio…
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