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  • AI and Revival

    AI and Revival
    2025/07/12
    The sermon explored the call of Abraham in Genesis 12, framing it as a template for contemporary believers to step out of their comfort zones and embrace a revivalist spirit. Utilizing a devotional and experiential hermeneutic, the preacher emphasized personal obedience and a faith-driven walk, often neglecting the historical and redemptive context of the Abrahamic covenant and its significance in salvation history. Interestingly, artificial intelligence, when tasked with predicting the sermon's content, accurately anticipated its focus on individual action and motivational appeals, highlighting a pattern of prioritizing personal revival over theological depth and accurate biblical interpretation.
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    1 時間 18 分
  • Now Faith: Bad Hermeneutics

    Now Faith: Bad Hermeneutics
    2025/07/12
    The sermon presents a deeply pessimistic view of contemporary Christianity, arguing that the pursuit of personal application and emotional resonance within biblical interpretation has led to a system of spiritual anarchy where individual interpretations reign supreme, rendering theological consistency and objective truth meaningless. The speaker critiques the devotional experiential hermeneutic, highlighting its tendency to distort scripture by prioritizing subjective feelings over grammatical context and authorial intent, ultimately concluding that the widespread practice of manipulating biblical passages to fit pre-determined agendas has created a facade of unity while fostering discord and undermining the very foundation of Christian belief.
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    58 分
  • Solid Rock Baptist Church: $4.9 Million

    Solid Rock Baptist Church: $4.9 Million
    2025/07/09
    The sermon expresses frustration and skepticism regarding the modern church's tendency towards commercialization, exemplified by a church's fundraising campaign for a new building. The speaker critiques the misapplication of scripture, particularly Acts 11:29, and questions the prioritization of financial gain over genuine ministry and compassion for those in need. The speaker reflects on personal financial struggles and the irony of being asked to contribute to a large-scale project while facing their own precarious situation, ultimately questioning the church's motives and the value of its appeals for donations, while emphasizing the importance of authentic spiritual connection over material pursuits.
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    51 分
  • IRS Declares Churches Can Back Politicians

    IRS Declares Churches Can Back Politicians
    2025/07/08
    The IRS now says churches can endorse political candidates from the pulpit. In this episode, we break down what happened, why it matters, and how it threatens to replace Christ with political power at the center of the church.
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    57 分
  • When Doves Cry

    When Doves Cry
    2025/07/08
    We take a trip back to the summer of 1984 and discuss the song, When Doves Cry
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    1 時間 6 分
  • Sirius XM App 2025

    Sirius XM App 2025
    2025/07/07
    In this brief update, I share some exciting news—SiriusXM has officially become the #1 platform where people are listening to Theology Central, making up over %50 of our total plays! I want to thank all of you who tune in through SiriusXM and reflect on what this milestone means for the podcast. Whether you're listening in your car, at home, or on the go—thank you for being part of this journey.
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    22 分
  • Possible or Impossible Pt 2

    Possible or Impossible Pt 2
    2025/07/06
    The sermon explores the concept of seemingly impossible commands in Scripture, challenging the notion that Christians can achieve obedience through their own efforts. It emphasizes a law-gospel framework, asserting that the law reveals human inability and drives individuals to Christ, whose perfect righteousness is imputed rather than infused. The speaker advocates for a theological perspective where commands are not seen as achievable goals but as catalysts for recognizing dependence on Christ, urging listeners to embrace a realistic understanding of their inherent sinfulness and to find security in His completed work, rather than striving for self-achieved righteousness.
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    55 分
  • Isaiah 44: Observational Outline

    Isaiah 44: Observational Outline
    2025/07/06
    The sermon explores the theological complexities of obedience to God's commandments and the role of scripture, ultimately questioning the effectiveness of contemporary church practices. It examines the futility of idolatry and human attempts to understand the divine, contrasting human efforts with God's sovereignty and purpose. Through an observational outline of Isaiah 44, the message highlights God's unique identity as Creator and Redeemer, emphasizing His promise of restoration and the use of unexpected instruments, like Cyrus, to fulfill His will, while challenging the tendency to impose human-centric interpretations onto biblical texts.
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    55 分