What Did He Mean by That?
🎙 Episode Title: Should You Trust Your Experience Over Scripture?
📅 Release Date: January 22nd, 2026
🎧 Host(s): Dr. Christopher Cali, Pastor Chris Heimerle, Ashley Cali, and Robby Mckinney.
Episode Summary:
In this episode of What Did He Mean By That?, we continue the Who Is Jesus? series by unpacking deep questions from John 5. The conversation explores how personal experience relates to biblical truth, what it really means to have assurance of salvation, and why Scripture must always define our understanding of God rather than our circumstances. The discussion also dives into misunderstood ideas about faith, works, submission, equality, and the Trinity, showing how cultural definitions often distort biblical ones. Along the way, we wrestle with tough questions about salvation, perseverance, and the eternal nature of God.
Key Discussion Points:
· Can personal experience ever override the Word of God?
· Why assurance of salvation is biblical, yet often misunderstood
· The difference between claiming faith and possessing saving faith
· Why struggling with faith can actually point toward regeneration
Takeaways:
1. Scripture defines truth; experience must submit to it
2. You cannot know another person’s heart, but you can examine your own
3. Genuine saving faith produces transformation, not perfection
4. Assurance of salvation rests in God’s work, not human performance
5. Equality before God does not erase distinct roles or responsibilities
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