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Web Design MBAGetting Started with Membership and eCommerce WebsitesDon't forget to join the newsletter at webdesignmba.substack.com. We’re looking for our first 50 paid subscribers. If that’s you, you’ll also get: my full Subscription Web Design course transcript—every strategy, step-by-step (if monthly). If you go annual, you get access to my entire Subscription Web Design video course (which itself contains bonus content and downloads) ($197 value) AND my Client Attraction Masterclass ($97 value) for free.In this episode of the Subscription Web Design Podcast, Steve Schramm discusses the potential and strategies for web designers looking to differentiate their services by creating more com...2024-03-0717 min
The Bible Nerd PodcastRANT: Creation FrustrationYoung age creationists may be some of the most misunderstood people in Christendom. In this week’s episode, we discuss some of the core differences that surround the divide.
Recently, a Facebook friend of mine (and good brother in Christ) raised a startling proposition: Should one be compelled by Scripture to take a young age view of world history, it would be preferable to regard the Bible as teaching error.
Now, there’s some context to this (which we discuss at length in the episode), but is this really the best path to take? Is the...2020-12-3126 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastThe Rejected Messiah (John 1:10-11)One of the most poignant ideas found in the Bible is the theme of rejection of the Messiah.
But the blow is worsened by the fact that, in a biblical worldview, rejection of the Messiah is inextricably linked with rejection of the Creator of the cosmos.
Much like the son who sits in the lap of his father while slapping his face, or the man with the saw tirelessly sawing away at the very branch holding him firmly to the tree, mankind rejects his maker.
We are going to look at these rejection...2020-12-0437 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastJesus, the Life and the Light (John 1:4-9)In the Book of John, we are introduced to the Word, who we find out is also the Creator.
John continues his logic in denoting that, within the Word, is life.
And, whatever that “life” is, it is also the light of men.
While these are familiar verses of Scripture, what may be unfamiliar to you is the deep theological connection these concepts share with the Hebrew Bible.
In this episode of the Bible Nerd Podcast, we’ll take a deep dive into these verses of Scripture to uncover the essence and im...2020-11-1855 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastJesus as Creator—and Sustainer—Of All Things (John 1:3)When we think of the name “Jesus” any number of images immediately come to mind.
We think of Jesus as the One who died for us. We think of him as the Lord of all and Savior-King. We think of him as the baby, lying in a manger, wrapped in swaddling clothes.
But what rarely crosses our minds is a startling truth about Jesus that the Bible is anything but silent about.
In fact, it’s central to John’s theology and grounds his arguments in the entire first chapter of his book.
Th...2020-11-1222 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastJesus, the Word (John 1:1-2)John chapter 1 introduces us to the Person of Jesus…as the Second Person of the Trinity: The Word.In Greek, the word is logos, meaning “word” or “message.”When we endeavor to dive deeper into the text, we find some amazing things, including:
How the trinity solves the most ancient and fundamental philosophical problem known to man.
An explicit articulation of multiplicity in the godhead.
The relation of, yet distinctions between, the Word and the Wisdom of God (a common Old Testament theme).
In this brand new series on the podcast, we are taking a d...2020-11-0539 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastMy approach to apologeticsA recent question from a reader of mine sparked the idea that it may be time to bring up the issue of apologetics methodology again…
Here is something insightful that my friend Jonathan had to say:
I see then the value of tearing down false authorities which compete with God’s Word—it is fairly simple to show that, taken in isolation, human logic & evidence-based methods are inadequate as means of judging the truth of God & His Word. If I’m not mistaken, the real challenge which confronts the unbeliever is not a lack of informat...2020-10-0623 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastBe Kind. No, like, Actually.We often see t-shirts, signs, and other paraphernalia promoting biblically based concepts…
That have been ripped entirely of their biblical context and used to promote unbiblical ideas.
While this is unfortunate, it happens ALL the time.
What can be done?
Promoting real, biblical kindness.
Listen to this week’s Bible Nerd Podcast for more: https://www.steveschramm.com/be-kind-no-like-actually/
Enduring Together,
Steve
The post Be Kind. No, like, Actually. appeared first on Steve Schramm Ministries.2020-09-2915 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastWhat we love, we’ll defendWhen we really love something, it’s not hard to defend it.
For example:
Your family. Wouldn’t you defend your family if they were being falsely accused or afflicted?
Your freedom. When push comes to shove, many of us stand and fight for the freedom we enjoy here in America.
Your friends. You wouldn’t let your friends go without a defense if they needed you to step up.
What about the Bible though? Do you love—and know it—well enough to defend it?
Here’s the link t...2020-09-2209 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastCreationist Cancel CultureHave you ever heard of cancel culture?
It’s a shame that this thinking has often drifted into the church.
In this episode of the Bible Nerd Podcast, I spend a couple minutes dealing with an example I’ve seen of creationist “cancel culture” and what we can do to be biblically faithful all while avoiding a bad attitude.
Here’s the link: https://www.steveschramm.com/creationist-cancel-culture
Enduring Together,
Steve
The post Creationist Cancel Culture appeared first on Steve Schramm Ministries.2020-09-1511 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastAnother Update (And Talking About Door Demons)Hello, friends!
It has been a short while since our last time together, and I wanted to pop in for a few moments to give an update, some announcements, and share with you a message I gave recently at church.
Here are some important highlights/links you may want to know about:
The podcast IS coming back. I am still taking a hiatus, but the question is definitely NOT, “Are you coming back?” I certainly am.
I recently released a physical version of my book, God, the Great Commission, and You. Here’s the Am...2020-08-251h 02The Bible Nerd PodcastA SUPER Exciting Update About the PodcastHey guys! I sure hope this finds you doing well. If you’ve been listening along to the Bible Nerd Podcast for awhile and following along here on the blog, I want to say THANK YOU so much!
I have an update for you—it’s less than 5 minutes, so be sure to take a listen below.
Thanks!
The post A SUPER Exciting Update About the Podcast appeared first on Steve Schramm Ministries.2020-07-2205 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastIt’s Wonderful to Be a Bible NerdWhen I first started the podcast (2017!!!) I began with a sharp focus on creationism. Around 50 episodes in, I rebranded to the Steve Schramm Show in order to speak to more broad topics, because I was getting low on time to devote to the ministry and was going to have to stop blogging.
At this time, I am able to keep a consistent schedule blogging each week, and my podcast episodes are usually a more in-depth dive into that blog topic, using it as an outline/manuscript and expanding from there. This seems to be working really well...2020-04-2505 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastSPECIAL EDITION: Evidence for the ResurrectionThis week, I’m excited to release this special edition of the podcast, which features an interview between myself and a friend of mine, Aaron Simpkins, on the True Strength Life podcast.
We had a fabulous discussion about the evidence for the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus.
It’s Easter season, and for many of us, this is a time in history unlike any we’ve ever seen. And in a time when many are seeking hope and desperate to find it, I am so thankful that Jesus is who he is and did what h...2020-04-111h 58The Bible Nerd PodcastBeauty in God’s Creation w/ Pat MingarelliI’m sure you’ve heard the phrase, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder.” But what if that were not so? God, our Creator, is beautiful. And so is his creation.
To talk about the objectivity of beauty, I’ve brought on a good friend of mine, nature photographer, and creation enthusiast, Pat Mingarelli. Pat has written articles for us before on the site (here and here) and I thought his would be an awesome perspective to hear on Creation Conversations.
Enjoy this interview as we discuss subjects like objective beauty, how nature gives meta...2020-03-051h 20The Bible Nerd PodcastGenesis 1-11 and the “Textbook Myth”The Bible is not a “scientific textbook”—of that, I’m sure.
But it seems to common among critics of young age creation to claim that we think it is. Why is this, and what can we do about it?
In this short episode, I try to lay out the real issue here and give some thoughts around how to respond to this claim.
Enjoy the show!
The post Genesis 1-11 and the “Textbook Myth” appeared first on Steve Schramm Ministries.2020-02-0611 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastYoung Earth Claims ≠ Flat Earth ClaimsHave you ever heard the idea that it’s just as ridiculous—if not more so—to believe in a flat earth than a young earth? Or, that these two are somehow claims of equal proportions?
Recently, a blogger who affirms evolutionary creationism took it upon himself (with some help) to produce a parody blog of Dr. Danny Faulkner’s, in which it was implied that the same claims could be made for a young earth as Faulkner makes for a flat earth, thereby refuting his own position. .
I think this notion is terribly false, and is c...2020-01-3021 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastThe Neanderthal ProblemHow do Neanderthals fit into a biblical worldview? Are cavemen, stone tools, hunter/gatherer lifestyles a threat to a biblically sound, young age creationist viewpoint? I don’t think so. Here’s why!
Enjoy the show!
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The post The Neanderthal Problem appeared first on Steve Schramm Ministries.2020-01-2316 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastWhy Sin is BadThe other night at men’s small group, we began discussing sin and its consequences. I spoke up because something occurred to me in a unique way that I thought would be valuable for the group. Namely, why is it that sin is actually bad anyway?
So in this week’s episode we discuss the concept of sin. We look at what sin is, what sin is not, and why it matters.
Enjoy the show!
The post Why Sin is Bad appeared first on Steve Schramm Ministries.2020-01-1611 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastCreation Conversations: Adam or Death — Which Came First? w/ Dr. Stephen LloydDr. Stephen Lloyd
I love to discuss the topic of creationism; both the science and theology of it are simply fascinating to me.
In fact, I love it so much that I have decided to create a special edition of S3 that focuses in on the creation discussion, called Creation Conversations. This week is the first episode of these special edition podcasts.
I invited on a friend from across the pond, Stephen Lloyd, to kick us off. The goal of the discussion was to give an overview of what young age creationists teach...2020-01-022h 31The Bible Nerd PodcastWhy Fight for Free Will? w/ Tim StrattonTim Stratton
One of the most important internal discussions I think Christians can have involves whether or not we have been endowed with free will by our Creator.
I think that we have been, but not everyone agrees. Sadly, though, I do think an important dimension to this discussion is often overlooked: The question of why.
Why does it matter whether or not we have free will? Why even have this discussion? To answer that question (and a few more!), I brought on my good friend Tim Stratton.
Tim is the...2019-12-261h 09The Bible Nerd PodcastThe Power of Asking Good QuestionsMany times, good questions are the best way to get to the bottom of what people believe. Since we don’t have access to their hearts, we need to pry, probe, and ask them to prove why what they believe is true, lest we get caught having to give reasons for claims we haven’t even made!
So what are some of the advantages of asking questions, and how can we work them into practical conversation? That’s what we’re discussing in this episode of the show.
The post The Power of Asking Good Question...2019-12-0532 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastIntroducing Theology on the RoadI am BEYOND excited to announce a new podcast from our ministry called Theology on the Road!
Links:
Apple Podcasts
Google Podcasts
Spotify
PocketCasts
I hope you’ll join me on this adventure!
The post Introducing Theology on the Road appeared first on Steve Schramm Ministries.2019-10-0526 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast103: Part 2 – What is Young Earth Creationism?The other week I was privileged to be interviewed by David Pallman for his new YouTube channel, Faith Because of Reason.
In this interview, I was given the opportunity to share young age creationism with an audience of folks who mostly disagree with it, and even believe it is harmful for the church.
No matter where you land on this issue, as you listen to this interview, I will you will be encouraged and motivated to learn more about it.
So this is part 2 of my interview with David Pallman on young age...2019-09-1947 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast102: Part 1 – What is Young Earth Creationism?The other week I was privileged to be interviewed by David Pallman for his new YouTube channel, Faith Because of Reason.
In this interview, I was given the opportunity to share young age creationism with an audience of folks who mostly disagree with it, and even believe it is harmful for the church.
No matter where you land on this issue, as you listen to this interview, I will you will be encouraged and motivated to learn more about it.
So this is part 1 of my interview with David Pallman on young age...2019-09-1247 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast101: Does Young Age Creationism Destroy the Faith of Young Christians?A fairly recent article written by a well-known apologist claims that young age creationism destroys the faith of young people, but I think his claim is misguided and wrongheaded.
What does the Bible say about the nature of faith? When we examine closely, it appears faith is never actually an intellectual problem—rather, it’s a moral/spiritual problem.
A person may choose to blame intellectual difficulty and ideas like young age creationism for their unbelief, but I believe the Bible grounds unbelief in something much more foundational than that.
In this episode, I’ll...2019-08-2213 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast100: The Glory and Enjoyment of GodWhat is the chief end of man? According to the Westminster Shorter Catechism, “Man’s chief end is to glorify God, and enjoy him forever.” But what does that mean for us?
The Bible is clear (see Revelation 4:11) that we are created for God and his glory. Thus, we can only be truly human by coming into a personal relationship with the One who created us.
In this 100th episode of the show, we reflect a bit on the goodness of God and what it means to be created in his image, for his glory, and to...2019-08-0115 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast099: Not Convinced ≠ No EvidenceWhen evaluating the evidence for Christian truth claims, many skeptics assert there simply is no evidence. What can we make of such an assessment?
When folks talk about evidence (whether atheist, Christian, or otherwise), they often make the mistake of relegating the objective to the subjective.
By understanding what evidence actually is, one can avoid the error of reducing reality to mere psychological misunderstanding.
Listen in to this podcast as we discuss both the nature of evidence and why it would be inappropriate to say there is no evidence for something you are...2019-07-2528 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast098: Read the Text for Yourself!What’s the best way to know exactly what truths God meant to convey in his Word? Read the text!
It’s easy in a world full of scholarly opinion to rest on the laurels of those you trust as faithful interpreters, but scholars have competing opinions, and you should be ready and able to adjudicate between them.
By having thought through the context, historical setting, and genre of a given passage, you are much more likely to gain an accurate understanding of what a text meant to its original readers, and, therefore, its objective mean...2019-07-1823 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast097: Responding to an Internet Atheist TiradeThe Christian faith is robust and able to withstand even the most challenging of attacks. But some attacks are really only challenging prima facie (at face value).
A deeper dive reveals that many challenges are so superficial they hardly require a defense. In this week’s episode, we spend some time making the case for Christians to hold a more studied and rational faith.
Then, we examine a recent atheist tirade I encountered and show how his questions—while seemingly difficult for the average Christian—fall down flat after a moment’s reflection.
Enjoy th...2019-07-1146 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast096: RemembranceIt’s the 4th of July here in America—a day we celebrate our independence as a nation. And, for Christians, a day to remember how good God is to us to live in the country we do.
In my Bible reading I recently came across Exodus 13:8–9 which reads:
And thou shalt shew thy son in that day, saying, This is done because of that which the LORD did unto me when I came forth out of Egypt. And it shall be for a sign unto thee upon thine hand, and for a memorial between thine...2019-07-0418 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast095: Was God’s Original Creation Perfect?When discussing origins, the claim is often made that God made a “perfect” creation in the beginning. It’s easy to see why many think this, but is it correct?
I think the answer is a resounding “no!”
Now, if that sounds troublesome to you, then let me invite you to listen in to the episode before casting judgment. In the final analysis, I think you’ll agree with me! But we need to do some careful reflection in order to get there.
Thanks for joining us this week! I hope you enjoy the show.2019-06-2750 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast094: Moral Facts Must Be GroundedAre moral facts obvious, and if so, can they be accounted for objectively? That’s the question before us in this week’s episode of the Steve Schramm Show.
We’ll take a look at what philosophers mean by the notion of “intuition” and make the case that objective moral values and duties do, in fact, exist, and require a metaphysical grounding in order to be meaningful.
Then, we answer questions about scientific evidence for God and how Satan was “allowed” to tempt Jesus.
This week’s questions:
Q: This is a genuine questi...2019-06-2044 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast093: (Update 1) William Lane Craig and the Historical AdamRecently, noted Christian philosopher William Lane Craig announced his next area of study to be the Historical Adam.
Dr. Craig is a researcher who is both highly respected and misunderstood by many, so I thought it might be useful and edifying to provide a commentary on his research as he provides updates on it.
Our goal is to remain thoughtful and charitable, while taking the time to point out the strengths and weaknesses of his position.
Enjoy the show!
Mentioned in this lesson:
Reasonable Faith — Update on Historical Adam
The Bo...2019-06-1346 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast092: No, Genesis 1 Does Not Answer the Age of the Earth QuestionA couple of weeks ago, I interviewed Marc Lambert of the Hey, Pastor! Podcast on how to argue for young age creationism without an appeal to Genesis 1.
This was an eye-opening discussion for many, but the question was left open as to what Genesis 1 can actually tell us.
So I open this episode with some thoughts about what Genesis tells us given different understandings of its genre, and aim to show that our contention that Genesis 1 by itself does not answer the age of the earth question still stands.
This week’s questions::...2019-06-0659 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast090: So the Next Generation Will Know w/ Dr. Sean McDowellHow do we transfer the Christian faith to Generation Z?
While there are lots of resources detailing Gen Z and what to believe about them, there are virtually none which tell how to communicate with them—until now.
So the Next Generation Will Know By Dr. Sean McDowell and J. Warner Wallace is a helpful, accessible volume that has the potential to transform your role as a youth pastor, Christian educator, or parent.
In the interview, Sean and I discuss some of the most prominent themes in the book, including the most likely re...2019-05-1643 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast089: From Jesus to Genesis w/ Marc LambertWhat if we could argue for the age of the earth without ever mentioning Genesis 1?
Anyone who regularly argues for the truth of young age creationism will greatly appreciate this helpful lesson from host of the Hey, Pastor! podcast, Marc Lambert.
In this episode, Marc begins with Jesus and walks us right back through the Bible’s unbroken chain of history—stopping just short of Genesis 1—to show that we don’t need Genesis 1 to answer the question of age.
This is a compelling and fascinating interview with a dear Christian brother that I know y...2019-05-091h 26The Bible Nerd Podcast088: The Odd Thing About Theistic EvolutionThere’s no doubt that theistic evolutionism—or, as their preferred moniker has it—evolutionary creationism, is on the rise.
I could give numerous anecdotal reasons for this, but I’m not inclined to opine on the reasons for the wider trend. In this episode, I merely want to speak to the oddity of this trend at such a time as this.
It would seem that the more we learn about life at the molecular level, the less Darwin’s theory is able to withstand. And yet, the more the church has hitched up its wagon. I t...2019-05-0239 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast087: On the Burning of Notre DameRecently the news reported of a tragic event that took place in Paris, France—the burning of the beloved Notre Dame Cathedral.
While this is tragic, make no mistake, I was a bit unpleasantly surprised by some of the reactions I saw from the Christian community. Have we got to the place where the “building” is esteemed higher than it ought to be?
In this episode I begin by giving a few thoughts around that. Then, we answer some questions from Quora about Christianity.
This week’s questions:
What is it like to...2019-04-2541 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast086: Darwin Devolves w/ Dr. Michael BeheDr. Michael Behe is one of the world’s foremost defenders of Intelligent Design theory—the notion that the biological project is not one of random selection and mutation, but rather, the purposeful arrangement of parts by a superior intelligence.
His latest book, Darwin Devolves, takes the latest and best science we have on the molecular level of life and shows how Darwin’s theory is principally unable to account for the biodiversity of life we observe.
Moreover, he demonstrates how Darwin’s mechanism does not promote change by evolution, but rather, devolution. Listen in on this...2019-04-181h 19The Bible Nerd Podcast085: Does Everything Happen for a Reason?In our Christian life, it’s not uncommon to wonder whether every circumstance we endure has been foreordained by God to take place.
I, for one, have questioned whether certain things in life were necessary, such as the early death of my father. Strangely, though, I’ve never pondered so deeply about the presence of a hangnail on my finger.
Here’s what I’m getting at:
When we say everything happens for a reason, do we really mean every thing?
I think we can form a biblically-based understanding of the sovereig...2019-04-1135 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast084: Thoughts on “The Quest” by Todd WoodFew creationists are as misunderstood as biologist and head of the Core Academy of Science, Dr. Todd Wood.
Wood is a adamant defender of young age creationism and has completed two books in recent days that help to clarify his position and also share his position with an unlikely audience, theistic evolutionists.
In this episode we’re going to be talking about his recent book, The Quest: Exploring Creation’s Hardest Problems. This was an awesome book that, frankly, I feel should be standard reading for any young age creationist. We could learn a lot from...2019-04-0441 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast083: Pop Culture, Emotional Appeals, and the the Leftist AgendaLike most American families—Christian or not—my wife and I enjoy watching TV.
As a culturally concerned Christian parent, however, there’s a need to be on the lookout for bad ideas in just about everything we consume. Sadly, most Christian parents are taken unsuspectingly by advanced marketing tactics that are made to appeal to emotional concerns of theirs, such as their own self-identify, in hopes of achieving political persuasiveness.
The 17th Century political activist Andrew Fletcher said, “Let me make the songs of a nation, and I care not who makes its laws.”
Hund...2019-03-2846 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast082: (Part 2) “Your Truth” is Not a ThingLast week, we began talking about the idea that “you” have a “truth” that allows you to see reality, legitimately, in different terms from someone else.
This is a fallacious notion that is ultimately nothing more than relativism in disguise.
Unfortunately, the disguise has made it past the defenses of many well-meaning Christians.
While last week’s episode focused more on the error, this week, we discuss the likely motivations behind this trend and suggest that the Bible itself offers the proper alternative to accomplishing these “good intentions” as I refer to them.
This rel...2019-03-2142 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast081: (Part 1) “Your Truth” is Not a ThingThere is a huge misunderstanding about the nature of truth in popular Christian circles today.
Sadly, a lack of theological precision and the growth of apatheism have contributed greatly to this loss of truth. Many think truth doesn’t exist, and many think that it does but we could never know what it is!
These notions are both false.
So in this podcast we’re going to unpack a couple of quotes which serve to illiterate these views, and then bring some real clarity to this issue.
In this lesson, you’ll lea...2019-03-1429 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast080: (Part 2) Fighting for the Unborn: The Pro-Life Case ExplainedLast week, we began discussing the importance of the pro-life argument, and how to understand the issue in simple terns.
The fact is that arguments for abortion are quite weak, and many stay out of the debate altogether for the fear that they are not well-enough educated on this issue.
In this final part of our miniseries, I’ll give a quick defense of the premises that make up the pro-life syllogism:
It’s morally wrong to take the life of an innocent human being without proper justification.
Abortion takes the life...2019-03-0744 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast079: (Part 1) Fighting for the Unborn: The Pro-Life Case ExplainedDo you feel mystified by the abortion debate? Does it seem like the world is just devolving into insanity as you fight for what seems to be an obvious human right? Would you like to be able to articulate a defense for the defenseless unborn with clarity and grace?
If so, this podcast episode is for you.
As Christians, we understand that all human life is intrinsically valuable; that is, from the moment of conception/fertilization, a human baby is growing in the womb of his/her mother, and that human baby has vale in...2019-02-2827 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast078: (Part 3) A Primer on Polemical TheologyA hot subject of evangelical study today is the relationship between Israel and her ancient Near Eastern neighbors.
There are numerous views on this issue. Some say no relationship, some say it’s a deep relationship that means the Bible is another useless myth, and scholars land nearly everywhere in-between. This is far from a settled issue in academia.
One scholar, Dr. John Currid, has become known for highlighting an important aspect of this relationship—called “Polemical Theology.”
According to Currid, polemical theology is:
…the use by biblical writers of the thought forms and...2019-02-2135 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast077: (Part 2) A Primer on Polemical TheologyA hot subject of evangelical study today is the relationship between Israel and her ancient Near Eastern neighbors.
There are numerous views on this issue. Some say no relationship, some say it’s a deep relationship that means the Bible is another useless myth, and scholars land nearly everywhere in-between. This is far from a settled issue in academia.
One scholar, Dr. John Currid, has become known for highlighting an important aspect of this relationship—called “Polemical Theology.”
According to Currid, polemical theology is:
…the use by biblical writers of the thought fo...2019-02-1453 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast076: A Primer on Polemical TheologyA hot subject of evangelical study today is the relationship between Israel and her ancient Near Eastern neighbors.
There are numerous views on this issue. Some say no relationship, some say it’s a deep relationship that means the Bible is another useless myth, and scholars land nearly everywhere in-between. This is far from a settled issue in academia.
One scholar, Dr. John Currid, has become known for highlighting an important aspect of this relationship—called “Polemical Theology.”
According to Currid, polemical theology is:
…the use by biblical writers of the thought fo...2019-02-0743 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast075: How to Know Which Experts to TrustOkay, so you’re first starting to dive into the Bible deeply and learn more about defending your spiritual convictions, and you’re stuck.
Everybody teaches different things, so who do I trust?
Is that you? Can you identify? Because I KNOW I can. Or, maybe you’ve been at this awhile and have more blogs to read, podcasts to listen to, and video to watch than you know what to do with!
If you’re in either of these boats, this episode is for you. And trust me, you’re not alone. Countless...2019-01-311h 06The Bible Nerd Podcast073: (Part 2) Distant Starlight and Creation Time CoordinatesLast week we began discussing a brand new solution to the so-called “distant starlight problem” facing young age creationists.
A face value interpretation of Scripture suggests that the cosmos is young. Last week’s discussion mentioned, in brief, a few of the solutions that have been posited to this point. I’ve yet to be completely satisfied by any solution offered, but I must admit that I have relatively few questions about this one because:
It lacks subjectivity.
It is compatible with most current thought on astrophysics and cosmology.
It is derived...2019-01-171h 00The Bible Nerd Podcast071: How to Love God (Part 4)Have you ever thought about the incomprehensibility of finite creatures like you me loving the infinite, eternal God of all glory?
It’s amazing to think that God loves us; but how do we love him? Is it even possible?
Using insights from the Bible, philosophy, and even science, we’re embarking on an in-depth study to find the answer to the question of how to love God.
Make sure to fill out the form below (or click here) to download a practical, 4-step guide to connecting with God on a deeper level!
2019-01-0357 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast070: How to Love God (Part 3)NOTE: At around 35 minutes, I get a bit trigger happy and refer to the great biblical writer Job as an Apostle. This is, of course, inaccurate, though one could argue his experience of God was just as certain as those who bear the title. This is the nevertheless a misspeaking and should be pointed out as such.
Have you ever thought about the incomprehensibility of finite creatures like you me loving the infinite, eternal God of all glory?
It’s amazing to think that God loves us; but how do we love him? Is it ev...2018-12-2744 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast069: How to Love God (Part 2)Have you ever thought about the incomprehensibility of finite creatures like you me loving the infinite, eternal God of all glory?
It’s amazing to think that God loves us; but how do we love him? Is it even possible?
Using insights from the Bible, philosophy, and even science, we’re embarking on an in-depth study to find the answer to the question of how to love God.
Make sure to fill out the form below (or click here) to download a practical, 4-step guide to connecting with God on a deeper level!
2018-12-2050 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast068: How to Love God (Part 1)Have you ever thought about the incomprehensibility of finite creatures like you me loving the infinite, eternal God of all glory?
It’s amazing to think that God loves us; but how do we love him? Is it even possible?
Using insights from the Bible, philosophy, and even science, we’re embarking on an in-depth study to find the answer to the question of how to love God.
Make sure to fill out the form below (or click here) to download a practical, 4-step guide to connecting with God on a deeper level!
In...2018-12-1336 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast066: God and the World of Insects w/ Josh Shoemaker and Dr. Gary Braness (Part 1)Perhaps there is no one more qualified than Josh Shoemaker and Dr. Gary Braness, with advanced degrees and certifications in apologetics, chemistry, and entomology (the study of insects) to shed light on the largely unexplored territory of God and the world of insects.
Insects are really an amazing part of God’s creation.
And though our childhood fascination with them usually begins to wain as we grow older, these two motivated Christian entomologists are calling for us to leave behind our entomological apathy and once again embrace a spirit of wonder and excitement about this, on...2018-11-2956 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast065: 7 Ways to Identify a Bad Argument (Part 2)When someone presents a claim or an objection to a claim you’ve made, are you able to spot the “fly in the ointment”?
Bad arguments, unfortunately, run amuck in both Christian and non-Christian circles. Sometimes it’s obvious when an argument is bad, but sometimes it’s much less obvious and requires work to uncover the rotten spots.
In this lesson (and last week’s lesson), I’m giving you some tools that will help you spot such deficiencies. More precisely, we can uncover these logical fallacies by asking certain questions.
Over time, you will...2018-11-1556 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast064: 7 Ways to Identify a Bad Argument (Part 1)When someone presents a claim or an objection to a claim you’ve made, are you able to spot the “fly in the ointment”?
Bad arguments, unfortunately, run amuck in both Christian and non-Christian circles. Sometimes it’s obvious when an argument is bad, but sometimes it’s much less obvious and requires work to uncover the rotten spots.
In this lesson (and next week’s lesson), I want to give you some tools that will help you spot such deficiencies. More precisely, we can uncover these logical fallacies by asking certain questions.
Over time, y...2018-11-0836 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast063: The Difference Between Uniformitarianism and the Uniformity of NatureOur fundamental assumptions about the nature of reality, history, etc., will inevitably show up in our exploration of those things.
But how do these assumptions affect our results?
The answer to this question is the subject matter of today’s podcast lesson. We realize that, in order to do science, one must assume the uniformity of nature. If nature were not uniform, we could not expect to see the same results from a scientific experiment when the experiment was repeated.
But here’s a question: Does that assumption necessarily extend indefinitely? Is it poss...2018-11-0148 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast062: How Does Science Relate to the Bible?In a recent article I wrote for The Creation Club, I examined the major problem with “science vs. the Bible thinking.” That discussion led naturally to another question I received recently.
The question goes like this:
“At what point would I allow modern science to dictate my understanding of the Bible?”
I provided my answer in the article; but I wanted to parse out my thinking and expand upon my reasoning for answering the way that I did. That answer is the subject matter of today’s lesson.
In this lesson, you’ll lear...2018-10-2549 minThe Bible Nerd Podcast061: The Elephant in the RoomThis week marks the beginning of The Steve Schramm Show—the next step in the life of the ministry. I don’t want to give away too much, so go ahead and take a listen!
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
My motivation for using my personal name for the podcast and ministry.
Why I think this change will be positive for our ministry.
What to expect in the immediate future.
Mentioned in this lesson:
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Also, please...2018-10-1833 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 060: How Does Science Work?What exactly is science? And, how does it work? Does the scientific method require that we presuppose naturalism? Can one rationally affirm the validity of scientific exploration and the existence of God? We explore these questions and more in this episode of The Creation Academy.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why truths about the natural world are not determined by the scientific majority.
Why Christian theism undergirds all scientific thinking, and, at the same time, refutes mythical thinking and naturalism.
How the great scientists of days gone by used the core truths of...2018-10-1134 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 059: Impact Craters and Planet Migration w/ Wayne SpencerIn this lesson, we continue our series on the 2018 ICC. The last portion of the podcast is dedicated to discussing Spencer’s paper on planet migration, but first, we discuss the issue of cratering and Earth/solar system impacts with none than Wayne Spencer himself! This was quite a fruitful discussion covering lots of ground, so you certainly don’t want to miss it.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
What effects meteor impacts tend to have on the earth, and why we’ve no scientific reason to think the Earth has experienced millions of years of devas...2018-10-041h 16The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 058: The Current State of Creation Astronomy IIMuch has happened in creationist astronomical research over the past two decades. In this first lesson of our new series, Selections from the 2018 ICC, we examine Faulkner’s latest “State of Creation Astronomy” and consider the good, the bad, and ugly.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Creationist research is taking on a new face–we’ll discuss why this is very, very good news.
We continue to see confirmation of many young age indicators, and new ones arising. Find out what those are in addition to which ones we should stop using.
Ther...2018-09-2741 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 057: BONUS: 5 Reasons Why Neanderthals Were Simply HumansOur understanding of the existence and life of Neanderthals has been bolstered through new research in recent days. In this bonus lesson, we’re narrating an article written earlier this year which aims to demonstrate that evidence supports the contention that Neanderthals are really just humans.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why Neanderthal DNA does not prove any evolutionary relationship, but rather supports their humanity.
Why young age creationism is the best biblical framework for interpreting the existence and life of Neanderthals.
How evidence is increasingly showing the “dumb brute myth” to be just that—a myth—eve...2018-09-1343 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 056: Series 1 Wrap-Up! The Podcast Returns 9/27/18This review lesson marks the end of our first official series, “The Destruction of Paradise.” Listen in for a brief review of the past 5 weeks, along with a spoiler alert about what’s ahead. The podcast returns on 9/27! Subscribe now so you don’t miss it when it comes out.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Series 01 Overview: The Destruction of Paradise (Click lesson name below to view.)
The Theology of God’s Perfect Creation | S01L01
Why Adam was a Historical Figure w/ Dr. Edgar Andrews | S01L02
A Flood of E...2018-09-0626 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 055: Noah Found Grace: Understanding God’s Rescue PlanIn the final teaching lesson of the “Destruction of Paradise” series, we’re taking a look at Noah. The Bible teaches that he was a righteous man, but is that why he was spared from the devastating flood waters? I think the answer might surprise you. Listen in this week as we discuss why “Noah found grace in the eyes of the Lord.”
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why God actually rescued Noah. Hint: It wasn’t because he was righteous!
The only two things God requires if you’re to escape judgment.
...2018-08-3056 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 054: Who Were the Sons of God?One of the most controversial issues in the earliest chapters of the Bible is the identity of the sons of God in Genesis six. I have recently altered my own position on this and have begun to realize its significance to the Flood narrative. This week we’ll take a deep dive into this topic, which will hopefully give us a better understanding of why God destroyed the world with a great deluge.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why the “sons of God” issue has become so controversial and why it’s so important to underst...2018-08-231h 02The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 053: A Flood of EvidenceThis week, I was interviewed by fellow apologist, Marc Lambert. Marc hosts the “Hey, Pastor!” podcast and is also a member of The Mentionables Network. We deal with the question, “If there was a global flood, why did God hide all of the evidence for it?” It was a great discussion that I think will be very beneficial.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
What do we mean by “evidence?”
What the two overarching paradigms of “time” are, and how they help us interpret the evidence for the Flood.
Why Scripture seems pretty clear that this flood was global i...2018-08-161h 15The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 052: Why Adam was a Historical Figure w/ Dr. Edgar AndrewsA growing trend amongst evangelicals today is to mythicize the biblical account of Adam and Eve. In his latest book, Dr. Edgar Andrews has taken that position to task and attempted to thoughtfully persuade readers of the necessity of a historical Adam. In this lesson, we have an extended discussion with Dr. Andrews about the content from his new book, and spend ample time on the scientific and biblical arguments to view Adam as a historical figure.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why “science” has not at all disproven the notion of an original created pair.
...2018-08-091h 45The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 051: The Theology of God’s Perfect CreationThe Psalmist said that the “heavens declare the glory of God.” And, as we find in Romans 1, God has made himself evident in his creation. Today’s lesson–the first in our brand new series, “The Destruction of Paradise”–deals with what can be learned about the nature of God directly from his creation.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why modern science provides powerful, inescapable confirmation of creation ex-nihilo.
How God’s omnipotence, omniscience, and omnipresence are directly detectable scientifically.
God creation reveals not only the attributes of God and his glory, but also his direction and purp...2018-08-0257 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 050: New ThingsThis week, we share a ministry update! This is the milestone 50th episode for us, praise God! Things have been happening around here, and we’re excited for what the Lord is doing. We introduce a slightly new format for the podcast going forward, and give on an update on The Creation Academy membership site.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
The reason for our new and improved sound quality.
Information about a new format for the podcast.
An update to the name and mission of The Creation Academy.
Mentioned in this lesson:
T...2018-07-2640 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 049: Can We Ever Find the Biblical Kinds?Young age creationism suggests that Darwinian Evolution theory is incorrect. But this means most biological research today is headed in the wrong direction! How can this be? In this lesson, we discuss “baraminology”—or, the study of “created kinds.” There is legitimate and fascinating research being done in creationist biology! We take a basic look at this research today and discuss some of the major concepts.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
What the biblical term min actually means, and whether or not it should be directly linked to biological classification.
Why noodles tell us something wildly impor...2018-07-191h 16The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 048: On the Nature of “First Light”If days 1-3 of creation are ordinary days as indicated by Genesis 1, yet have no sun to produce sunlight, what was “first light?” This week, we give a few scientific suggestions. But are these scientific suggestions necessary? Our fundamental presuppositions about how we approach the Bible will determine how we approach this. In this lesson, we’ll explore this issue theologically and scientifically.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why the context of Genesis 1 demands literal days, regardless of “subjective interpretive difficulties.”
The three things we must consider when interpreting the Bible.
How ANE cosmology may (or may not...2018-07-121h 06The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 047: Dealing with Day SixA common claim of those opposed to young age creationism is that the events of Day Six pose a problem. How can Adam have named so many animals? Did trees grow at supernatural speeds? The questions are many, and this week will be devoted to answering them.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why the text of the Bible demands we must take Day Six literally.
The real reason why Adam naming “all the animals” would not be a problem on a young age view.
The importance of exegeting Scripture rather than imposing outside ideas.
Why we sho...2018-07-0558 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 046: Getting Back to Creation Science BasicsEvery now and then, we must return to the “basics”! In this special episode, I talk about a new product I’ve just released and give some thoughts about what I think is the most important “basic” of all: integrity.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why getting back to the basics matters.
How to get involved in the creation science community.
Why Christian integrity is the most important “basic” of all.
Mentioned in this lesson:
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2018-06-2833 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 044: Understanding Common Evolutionary Terms (Goal Posts–Part 5)When talking about creation and evolution, there is often a gigantic disconnect in the way terms are used and understood. Worse, there are terms we often use as creationists that unknowingly give unjust ground to evolutionary thinking! Learn how to work through those terms in this lesson.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
What constitutes “new information” and why it can’t be proof for evolutionary theory.
What a scientific theory is, and why we should avoid trivializing evolution as such.
Why Vestigial Organs do exist, and why they are still not necessarily proof of evolution.
How to d...2018-06-141h 08The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 043: Getting Worldviews Right (Goal Posts–Part 4)When we look at the concept of worldview, the problem of redefinition is rampant. Even terms like “Christian” and “atheist” are misunderstood. In this lesson, we’ll tackle these terms and more and try to get an accurate understanding.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why something can’t come from “nothing,” and why quantum mechanics won’t help.
How to define the term “worldview” and how to understand what makes one worldview unique from another.
Is “atheism” itself a worldview? Many atheists claim it isn’t, but I argue otherwise in this lesson.
The proper definition of a “Christian” ac...2018-06-071h 05The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 042: Evolution, Kinds, and Species (Goal Posts–Part 3)Please be advised that in this lesson, I erroneously confused intrabaraminic diversification with interbaraminic diversification. Intrabaraminic diversification has to do with the diversification of species within a created kind. Interbaraminic diversification has to do with alleged variation between the biblical kinds.
As we attempt to accurately give our position as creationists, it’s vital that we understand how evolutionists use certain terms. (Hint: It’s often much different than how we use them!) This in mind, we’ll examine three popular words, their common misuse, and some helpful alternatives.
In this lesson, you’ll learn...2018-05-3158 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 041: What on Earth is Science? (Goal Posts–Part 2)One of the most misunderstood and incorrectly used words in the origins debate today is none other than science. What does it really mean, and what other definitions get incorrectly lumped in with it? That’s the sole subject matter of today’s lesson.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
What science actually is.
How to know what methodological/philosophical naturalism are, and how they influence scientists.
Historical science—is it a creationist invention, or a scientifically acceptable framework?
Mentioned in this lesson:
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Why Trust God?
The Creation...2018-05-2448 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 040: Stop Shifting the Goal Posts! (Part 1)“It’s just semantics!”, right? How we communicate with one another is vitally important. It has everything to do with our Christian witness, and also, our ability to get the ear of those we have important conversations with. Evolutionists, creationists, etc. need to heed the advice in this five-part series: STOP SHIFTING THE GOAL POSTS. Enjoy!
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why defining terms is a MUST in a debate setting, and how to make sure it gets done.
How to define the term “literal” as meant by biblical creationists.
Six helpful principles to use for understa...2018-05-171h 05The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 039: The Case for Cosmological RedshiftsIn a recent paper, Dr. Danny Faulkner has made the case for cosmological redshifts. While many young age creationists have argued that redshift (with respect to quasars, especially) can be reduced to Doppler phenomena, Faulkner believes this contention to be in error for numerous reasons—not the least of which is the potential denial of general relativity. In this lesson, we explore his paper and present the case for cosmological redshifts.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why, as creationists, we should strive to maintain integrity.
What the Hubble Relation is and why the universe is, in f...2018-05-101h 05The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 038: Scripture, Sin, and Defending ChristianityIn wrapping up this mini-series on Creation and Predation, we “zoom out” a bit and look at this issue in the wider context of Christian belief. Ultimately, if we’re to have a defense and a satisfying explanation for the way the world is, we’ll need to remain faithful to the Christian Story as presented in God’s Word.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why it’s important to think correctly about the fall.
The cosmic scope and impact of the fall.
The implications of sin and death on defending Christianity.
Mentioned in this lesson:2018-05-031h 07The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 037: Q&A: Creation and PredationLast week, we began looking at the issue of creation and predation. Some natural questions for further discussion arose out of the study; this week’s podcast is a Q&A addressing those questions.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Where viruses and pathogens fit in the creation/fall model.
How carnivory developed post-fall.
Why Satan is not ultimately responsible for sin and death.
Why Jesus is better than the OT sacrifices.
Why the curse didn’t just make “bad things worse.”
Mentioned in this lesson:
Email Me Your Questions!
Why Trust God...2018-04-261h 07The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 036: Creation and Predation—What Does the Bible Teach?In the biblical account of earth history, an important distinction is made about the initial state of the creation. In fact, the Christian answer to death, pain, suffering, and objective evil in the world hinges on this important distinction. This week and next, we’ll examine the biblical teaching on this subject and answer some pressing questions.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why Genesis 1:29-30 are important to theology and apologetics.
Why animal and human death/suffering are unique from plant life.
The four areas affected by our beliefs about predation.
Mentioned in this less...2018-04-191h 10The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 035: A Universe From Nothing?In an attempt to explain the universe without God, Dr. Lawrence Krauss and others have argued that, indeed, the universe came into existence on its own–yes, a universe from nothing! Does this theory hold up?
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
The actual definition of “nothing.”
The logical fallacies of scientism.
The real motivation behind denying design.
Why the universe didn’t create itself.
Mentioned in this lesson:
The Creation Reveals the Transcendence of God
Why Trust God?
The Creation Academy
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Thanks so much for listening. Please subscribe and share on iTunes!2018-04-1259 minThe Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 034: Is Young Age Creationism Pseudoscience? (Part 2)Last week, we began looking at why young age creationism ought not to be considered a pseudoscientific discipline. We dealt with dinosaurs and the deluge (flood). This week, we look at the topics of dating and Darwin. What does it mean to be pseudoscientific, anyway? And, does starting with the Bible indeed make us pseudoscientists? These questions and more will be answered in the conclusion of this two-part miniseries.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Where the “deep time” philosophy originated (hint: It’s not in the lab!).
Do secular scientists really offer a better–or even the b...2018-04-051h 08The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 033: Is Young Age Creationism Pseudoscience? (Part 1)Often, recent creationists endure ridicule from both the secular and Christian communities. Terms like “pseudoscience” are thrown around usually without regard for a proper understanding of the view, and our conclusions are rejected a priori. Is this criticism justified? What are the real differences between this view and the conventional theory? We’re answering that in this two-part series.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
My thoughts on the new Christian nature documentary, The Riot and the Dance.
The evidence that suggests dinosaurs are consistent with a young earth/universe.
Why a global flood is not unscient...2018-03-291h 06The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 032: A Historical Adam and the Authority of Scripture (BOH Series)We’ve seen throughout this series that the Bible has significant things to say about the origin of humanity. In this final lesson of the series, we look at what factors have undermined the authority and perspicuity of Scripture, and what we can and should do about it as committed Christians and young age creationists.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
How the collapse of morality in our culture has contributed to the move away from Scriptural authority.
Why the clarity of Scripture has been undermined in light of old age geology and cosmology.
How we bett...2018-03-221h 01The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 031: Uncovering Our Shared World History (BOH Series)While the evolutionary history of mankind would suggest that we are related only by a common ancestor, the biblical view suggests that not only are we intelligently designed, but also united by a shared world history. What does that history look like, and what can it tell us about the future?
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
What to make of the many creation myths represented by different cultures.
Why the anthropological evidence seems to point towards a shared human history.
How to answer the objections raised against the Bible’s historical veracity with respect to Gene...2018-03-151h 00The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 030: Who Was Ancient Man? (BOH Series)If the evolutionary story is true, we should expect to find a very different history of humanity than the one we actually observe. The truth is, there are many ancient marvels that our engineers and scientists have difficulty reproducing today! Does the Christian worldview provide a satisfying explanation? Find out on this week’s lesson.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
How evolutionary history is irreconcilable with biblical history.
Why Pre-Flood humanity was much more advanced than typically given credit for.
About the incredible Roman artifact created with nanotechnology over 1600 years ago!
How “primitive” cultures today use thei...2018-03-081h 10The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 029: Darwin and Favored Races: The Loss of Humanity in our Culture (BOH Series)What does the world look like when its leaders and key influencers hold to evolutionary ideas? In the so-called “struggle for life,” only the strongest survive. Is this teaching consistent with the idea that “all lives matter,” we should “care for our fellow man,” and live by “The Golden Rule?” In the lesson we deal with the tragic effects Darwin’s ideas have had throughout the course of history.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Who the surprising key individual was that connected Darwin’s philosophy with the eugenics movement.
A deep biblical understanding of race and culture.
What went...2018-03-011h 09The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 028: Does Believing in Billions of Years and/or Evolution Affect Someone’s Salvation?Can one to go heaven and believe in evolution/billions of years? This week, I analyze a recent debate which proposed that question. The Bible seems pretty clear as to the requirements for a soul to be saved. But perhaps there’s more to it? Listen this week to find out my take on this extremely important issue.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
The clear difference between heresy and heterodoxy.
Good reasons to believe the Bible teaches a recent creation.
Why differences in theological persuasion do not necessarily constitute heresy.
My thoughts on who won the...2018-02-221h 00The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 027: The Anatomy of the Fearfully and Wonderfully Made (BOH Series)In the conventional history of mankind, we share a distant common ancestor with other hominids–namely, apes. But does this hold up from an anatomical perspective? Or is there is good evidence of a distinct difference in design? Dr. Stuart Burgess seems to think so.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
Why creationists should be taken seriously
A brief understanding of creationist vs. evolutionist classification systems
The stark anatomical differences between humans and apes
Why the design of humans stands in clear contrast to the design of apes
Mentioned in this lesson:
Searching for Adam...2018-02-151h 04The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 026: Genetic Evidence for a Recent Creation (BOH Series)We’ve all heard it before—genetic evidence has conclusively proved that humanity is ancient. But is this a true statement? In this study we explore the genetic predictions and implications of a recent origin for humanity. We’ll even find that not only do creationists make valid predictions—but they better fit the observations.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
The key factor in determining who’s right in the origin debate.
The when and where of human origins.
Why creationist predictions better fit the observed data in mtDNA.
Why the biblical “out of Ararat” model is superio...2018-02-081h 05The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 025: Human Ancestry: The Fossil Evidence (BOH Series)Perhaps no argument against the biblical origin of humanity is used as often as fossil evidence. We are told that the fossils conclusively support the evolutionary story of humanity. But is this the reality? What are the facts surrounding the fossil evidence? That’s what we’re looking at this week.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
The nature and completeness of the fossil record.
The anatomical similarities/differences between ape and human fossils.
The important role artistic license plays in the origins debate.
A survey of the discovered fossil evidence and what conclusions can be drawn...2018-02-011h 06The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 024: Creation Q&A and an Exciting AnnouncementThis week’s lesson takes a break from our current series, the Biblical Origin of Humanity. I begin with some commentary on Theistic Evolutionism, and then answer a couple creation questions. We finish off with a very, very special announcement about a project I’ve been working on that I think you’ll love.
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
The sad realities of Theistic Evolutionism.
Do creationists believe in the Pangea supercontinent?
Is it circular reasoning to trust the Bible?
A special announcement you won’t want to miss!
Mentioned in this lesson:
Noah’s Los...2018-01-251h 04The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 023: Who Was Adam, and Who Are We? (BOH Series)Who was Adam? The Bible describes Adam as the first human being—made in the “image and likeness” of God. This is in stark contrast to the evolutionary view, which teaches that we are simply a higher evolved animal, simply the product of millions of years of mindless, undirected evolution. We explore the true nature of Adam in this week’s lesson and ask an even more important question. Who are we?
In this lesson, you’ll learn:
How theologians throughout history have understood the image of God.
Why the Bible is unique when it comments on the ori...2018-01-181h 04The Bible Nerd PodcastTCA Lesson 022: Does John Walton Get Genesis Right? (BOH Series)Please excuse the slightly rough audio for the first 30 or so minutes. I am working to improve the audio overall but ended up with some unwanted vocal distortions throughout the first half of the podcast. I believe the content, however, is worth listening to regardless.
John Walton—professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College and formerly of Moody Bible Institute—suggests that we have been looking at Genesis all wrong for quite some time. His view is that since it is characteristic of most Ancient Near Eastern literature to view creation in light of functionality vs. material origi...2018-01-111h 06