Send us a text Does science disprove the Bible? Can Christians be confident in the Word when scientific findings seem to contradict it? This episode will explore how to approach science and the Word in a way that honors God, while also respecting the tool that He created science to truly be, a tool to worship Him. One of the most robust resources on the topic of the flood: Answers in Genesis Example of Critical Scholarship (this is what I was referring to when a fallible scientific worldview dic...
Jun 28, 2025•28 min
Send us a text Last episode in this series on Bible study! This episode focusing on applications in Bible study. Head and Heart The first and most important application of any passage is applying the theological truth to our hearts and minds. What does the text say about God? Ex. Psalm 90:2 Yielding our hearts to what a passage reveals about God is the primary work of the passage. Do I believe this? The Spirit does this work in whatever passage we are studying. This is true even in Difficult pas...
Mar 24, 2024•32 min
Send us a text IMPORTANT People reject Christ due to this topic alone. Bible redaction is a currently hot topic and a difficult one in many circles of theology, particularly higher criticism (those who reject inspiration of Scripture). Before I lose you on this wording, note that as Christians, this topic has implications in both Bible study AND apologetics. If you are new to this topic, please allow this episode to be a kind of introduction, and please email us or follow links below if you need...
Jan 22, 2024•46 min
Send us a text Key #2 2 Ways We Get the Word Wrong, 1 Simple Way to Get It Right We want to know what the passage is saying, so lets talk about how to know that passages do and don't say. Story time! My fail when I started pursuing my wife. THE GOAL: We don't reading the Word is not to know what's next in life, for some secret insight into a passage that only you know, or even to get a word for someone else. The primary goal of reading the Word is to KNOW Christ and by KNOWING Him, to be transfo...
Jan 14, 2024•37 min
Send us a text Key #1, Context is King PLEASE SEE THE RESOURCES AT THE END OF THE DESCRIPTION FOR VALUABLE INFO. I DO NOT RECEIVE ANY COMMISSION BY PROVIDING LINKS. This episode is strictly talking about context . We’re at our Bible, we are seeing the words, we are reading it, we need to know what the text is saying. Well, the Bible is a mix of different authors, genres, time periods, etc. So in order to understand what we are reading, we need to know the context. How do we do that? We need to g...
Nov 18, 2023•26 min
Send us a text Are you living God's will for your life? Are you confident in your understanding of what Scripture teaches about God's will? A touchy subject for some and downright confusing for others. Let's dive into what God's will is, and what Christians are called to in this episode! Today we will discuss two very important truths, God's decreed will, and God's desired will, and how they direct, lead AND empower, our everyday lives. 8 Ball Decision Making Why do we need to know God's will? A...
Aug 02, 2023•47 min
Send us a text Ever been to a family reunion? One big family with a lot of weird cousins, a wise seminary professor said to us in my class. Little C catholic, what does that mean? Denominations are the best we can do with what we have. Known Fully, But Fully Know? So what do we do when others have such different interpretations? 3 Ways For Healthy, Biblical Unity That Doesn’t Compromise 1. Be healthily dogmatic regarding the essentials Guard your doctrine closely NOT PROUD 16 Keep a close watch ...
Jun 08, 2023•41 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Send us a text The resurrection is not just a cause for Easter celebration, though it is an opportunity to truly celebrate our risen Savior. The resurrection is the very means by which God chose to grant us favor with God. If Christ was not raised, we of all people are to be pitied! In this episode we seek to understand resurrection on a doctrinal level, while being equipped with empowering truths to encourage our walks with Christ. The question we are answering today is what does the resurrecti...
Apr 13, 2023•23 min
Send us a text New Year New You! Wait...... I'm already new. Then what does that mean for Christians? Are new year's resolutions helpful for us? Let's talk about it in this last episode of the year and dive into 3 Things we should consider. Grab a Bible or your Bible app and let's go! 3 Things To Consider: A. Most new year’s resolutions revolve around the self, when Christians are called to deny ourselves . B. You don’t need a new year as an excuse to change, the Gospel is our compelling. C. San...
Dec 31, 2022•23 min•Season 7Ep. 1
Send us a text Finding true joy in the ultimate gift, hint… it’s not your new 8K TV. Luke 2:10 Why great joy? Salvation: God met our greatest need, forgiveness, by Jesus’ birth, death and resurrection. Even as Christians, our natural inclination is not to obey and love God. Fighting consumerism and materialism and enjoying Christ in the little things. How do Christians avoid the worldly drive of Christmas? Approaching Christmas with Christ-like generosity , trusting the Lord to use even the litt...
Dec 22, 2022•6 min•Season 6Ep. 4
Send us a text Good grief, Charlie Brown's famous quite. Yet, suffering isn't fun, and most of the time it doesn't feel good! But God is able to be a refuge for us. In this episode, we seek to answer the question, how do we celebrate in the midst of suffering? The points covered in this episode: A recent example of hardship for us. Question: How do we celebrate when we or others are suffering? The God of all comfort A. Jesus Himself is our hope and comfort.\ B. God's Word is our hope C. God's pu...
Dec 22, 2022•6 min•Season 6Ep. 3
Send us a text Whether we are eating at a restaurant with family you haven't seen since the start of Covid, or walking down the street with your wife of 50 years, God wants to use our time with family and friends this year for His glory . But we have spiritual needs as believers that God wants to meet in order for us to be used by Him effectively . Here are 4 Ways that God wants to pour into us and to use us this week as we Savor Christ before Christmas. 1. Take care of your soul 2. Be innocent ...
Dec 20, 2022•6 min•Season 6Ep. 2
Send us a text Immanuel means God with us . Yep, got it. But... why did we need God with us? In this first episode in our mini series this week, we tackle briefly, what Immanuel meant for the Jews during Jesus time, what it means for us , and how we can respond this season, because God's Presence with us is for real for real, by faith in the person of Jesus Christ. The verses covered in this episode are Matthew 1:22-23 in the ESV translation. 1. What need did Immanuel meet? 2. Why is that so cra...
Dec 20, 2022•6 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Send us a text What does a high view of God and His Word accomplish? It's fine and dandy to have a high view of God and His Word, but practically, what does that do in our lives? Well... TONS ! In fact, this list can't cover it! However, it is a good starting place. These 10 ways God's hike makes us more like Jesus seeks to apply practically what we covered in the last episode. Not only do we need''s hike and let it transform us, others around us need us hiking this trail with them and even call...
Dec 15, 2022•43 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Send us a text "Why would I fear the man upstairs ?" " God didn't write the Bible, man did." In the midst of a world that holds a very low view of God and His Word, Christians are called to have a High View of God and His Word . But what is this High View ? And why is it important to embrace and submit to it? In this first episode in this series, we seek to answer these questions, are you ready to go up ? Topics include: What is a high view of God and His Word? What is a low view of God and His ...
Nov 03, 2022•23 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Send us a text Defending God's existence today can be a challenge. How do we navigate conversations with those who don't believe He exists? Does the Bible say anything about those who deny that He is real? These questions and more are discussed as we learn from God's Word and use that knowledge to defend that He indeed does exist and has written His law on everyone's heart. The 2 things people experience that prove God’s existence Passages from Romans We DO have a conscience How do we defend the...
Sep 24, 2022•11 min•Season 4Ep. 5
Send us a text The Bible has had an onslaught of doubt and opposition cast on it, it appears even more so the last 100 years. How do we defend Scripture? How do we handle even our own doubts ? Let's take a deep dive into not only our own trust of God's Word, but also how to answer common objections to the Bible . Today we will cover: Trusting the Bible : Dealing with logic and doubt 2 Keys in using God’s Word and logic How to wrestling with our own doubt Defending the Bible: Common objections Ma...
Sep 22, 2022•12 min•Season 4Ep. 4
Send us a text In our increasingly hostile culture to the Gospel of Jesus Christ, how do we share our faith with confidence ? How do we share in hostile conversations, confusion, and when we feel unprepared? In this special episode in our series , 10 Minute Apologetics, Pastor Chris Stastny shares with us insight and encouragement about sharing our faith in the midst of fear , doubt, and uncertainty. While the conversation didn't fit 10 minutes, we hope that you will still find it encouraging, i...
Sep 21, 2022•18 min•Season 4Ep. 3
Send us a text How do we approach conversations with those who seem to believe in the God of the Bible, but unfortunately do not? Do you ever feel like you don't know enough Scripture to defend your faith? These questions and more are discussed in this episode in our series, 10 Minute Apologetics. - Understanding culture, but not getting sucked into it. - The Trinity - Common false beliefs of faiths considered by the world to be Christian Resources from this episode: Cult Watch https://www.amazo...
Sep 21, 2022•11 min•Season 4Ep. 2
Send us a text Christianity has been defended for centuries , only now has there been such exposure to through social media and increasing hostility with a culture that rejects the Bible and the God Who wrote it . What does it mean to defend my faith ? What about those hostile arguments I hear on social media ? Let's unpack what apologetics is and why every Christian is called to be an apologist. Define apologetics: Believers are to be ready constantly Honoring Christ as Lord Being prepared Two ...
Sep 19, 2022•10 min•Season 4Ep. 1
Send us a text Have you ever wondered what the Holy Spirit does in your life on a daily basis as a Christian? Are we supposed to be on a spiritual high all the time? Am I doing something wrong if I am not experiencing joy or peace? Have you ever been on a mission trip or went to a worship night and missed that joy you felt? In this episode we plan to look into how the Holy Spirit operates in the believers everyday life. Specifically we will be looking at how the Holy Spirit sustains us daily and...
Sep 03, 2022•34 min•Season 3Ep. 2
Send us a text Welcome to the new series! Let's be real , understanding of the work of the Holy Spirit in our day and age can be confusing , right? I mean, what does He REALLY do? And if He is doing anything, does it involve us? This not because the Spirit is confused , but because we are ! This episode aims to look into just that, what is He doing and how can we better understand it?? Also, there's a surprise topic if you listen to the end! Hint: It has something to do with the Spirit :D Discla...
Jul 25, 2022•39 min•Season 3Ep. 1
Send us a text In this last episode of our series the Gospel Gobstopper, we seek to unpack 3 powerful ways the Gospel transforms our relationships. God has given us unfathomable news of salvation in His Son Jesus. But how can we be faithful to that same news in our daily relationships? How do we understand them also in the context of eternity with God? The main points covered are listed below for your convenience. Have a listen as we unpack the implications of each! 1. The Gospel breaks our hear...
Apr 08, 2022•33 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Send us a text Welcome back! May the Lord grant us all insight on how the Gospel applies in every area of our life! This episode seeks to unpack the implications of the Gospel in our prayer life as believers in Jesus Christ. Why is the Gospel so important in prayer? How does the Gospel practically affect our prayer life? Four main points are covered: The Gospel in prayer: Reminds us of our need for God's gift of grace Empowers us in our weakness to pray Guides our desires How can we pray with th...
Feb 23, 2022•22 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Send us a text In this episode we will dive into the importance of Bible study and reading the Word in light of the Gospel , and how God works in us to help us live out what we read. If you have been blessed by this episode, consider subscribing and following us wherever you listen to podcasts! The Lord bless you! We are now on Instagram and Facebook! Check us out @Establishedinthetruthpodcast! Disclaimer: Any links are NOT affiliate links. They are merely links to resources I found helpful in s...
Jan 28, 2022•20 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Send us a text Please pardon the podcast name blooper, if you can't tell it was late! xD In this special Christmas episode, we look into some big "why's" of Christmas. This isn't your "Jesus is the greatest gift of all podcast", we will go much deeper than that, looking into God's actual purposes for sending Jesus, and what it He accomplished by doing so. Here are the 4 main points we will look into. Jesus' Fulfillment of Prophecy God's Revelation (Revealing) of Himself God With Us (why is this ...
Dec 24, 2021•42 min
Send us a text UPDATE: In & Out of Season has now changed names! We are now Established in The Truth! Any comments or questions can be directed to establishedinthetruthpodcast.wordpress.com, thank you! Should Christians study the Bible alone or together ? Is studying the Bible alone healthy ? What should be our perspective on seeking help to understand passages in the Bible? These and other questions are explored as we seek to understand the role of Christian community and Bible Study . Whil...
Sep 16, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 3
