Send us a text In today's episode, we took a little detour from answering questions that have been sent in by our listeners, because we felt the need to jump into the middle of a topic that has been severely misconstrued over the past few decades. We look at the paradox that we all know that is called freedom. We look at many sides of this much cherished and fought for ideal of the American people. We give a different take on freedom that we believe might be new to some of those within our audie...
Aug 05, 2022•32 min0
Send us a text In today's study, we begin with a confusing scripture, and we try to bring some clarity to it. Then we look at James' statement that God resists the proud, but He gives grace unto the humble. He told us to submit ourselves to God, resist the devil, and then the devil will flee from us. He commanded us to draw nigh to God, and then he stated that God will draw nigh to us. James tells us to cleanse our hands, purify our hearts, while also cautioning us not to be double-minded. This ...
Aug 01, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 75
Send us a text In this second installment of Systematic Theology, Bro Donnie and Bro Chris Lee teach part 2 of the Impeccable Christ. They add to their previous defense of the biblical doctrine of the impeccability of Christ. They strengthened their position with many scriptures. These brothers purport that to see Christ as less than He is, this effectively tears Him down. Our purpose is to lift Christ up and exalt Him as highly as humanly possible. We hope this episode persuades you to join in ...
Jul 29, 2022•36 min0
Send us a text In today's study, we speak a little more concerning the wisdom of God that comes down from above, but then we move on into chapter 4. James begins this chapter with several scathing remarks and a strong rebuke. He asks his audience why they were fighting and warring with each other. He brings up lust, the desire to have things, and why they aren't receiving them. He claims that they would only consume them upon their own lusts. He calls anyone who befriends the world adulterers an...
Jul 25, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 74
Send us a text In today's study, we answer a very specific set of questions that was sent by email from a faithful listener. The questions are regarding something I mentioned in an earlier episode with Bro. Devin Birdsong. The listener asked if we would weigh in and describe what the 4 things were that the Jews believed only the Messiah could do. We look at all 4 of these beliefs and explain what they are, why they believed only the Messiah could do them, and then we finish by showing how Jesus ...
Jul 22, 2022•34 min0
Send us a text In Today's study, we dig a little more into what James has to say regarding the tongue of man. We also examine what he has to say about wisdom, knowledge, righteousness, and how they come. There is a wisdom of this world, but it is earthly, sensual, and even devilish. James declares that wherever you find envy and strife, you will find confusion and every evil work. James tells us how we need the wisdom that comes from above. Which wisdom do you possess? In our Q&A segment, we...
Jul 18, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 73
Send us a text In today's installment of Systematic Theology, Bro Donnie and Bro Chris Lee delve into one of their favorite topics. They teach part one of the impeccability of Christ. They explain what the doctrine of impeccability means, why it is necessary to believe this scriptural doctrine, and they tell us what happens when this belief is rejected. Many people fail to understand the difference between the idea that Christ did not sin, and the idea that Christ could not sin. We highly encour...
Jul 15, 2022•40 min0
Send us a text In today's study, we examine the deadliest weapon known by mankind. I feel certain that every person has been attacked by this weapon we speak of, which is better known as the tongue of man. James doesn't go easy on us concerning the way we use our tongues. He goes so far as to say that our tongues are set on fire of hell. Our whole discussion today is about this fiery member. In our Q&A segment we give an answer to the question: In Matt. 8:21-22, Jesus tells a man to let the ...
Jul 11, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 72
Send us a text In today's study, we answer a couple of questions that were sent in by a listener from Alabama. Those questions are first: Why didn't God punish Aaron for making the golden calf for the children of Israel in the wilderness, while Moses was up on the mountain? Then secondly: How did Aaron seem to escape judgment when he and Miriam were badmouthing Moses about his wife? We answer these questions, and then we look at several other interesting things about this man who became the firs...
Jul 08, 2022•36 min0
Send us a text In today's study, James deals with the faith and works debate once again. He uses Abraham and Rahab as examples for his teaching on this controversial subject. James speaks of justification through works, much to many scholars' chagrin. James tell us if we don't offend through our words, we are perfect, and therefore able also to bridle our whole body. In our Q&A segment, we answer the question: In Matt. 6, Jesus speaks about having a good eye and an evil eye... does this have...
Jul 04, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 71
Send us a text In today's episode, we have a good discussion with good friend of mine, Bro. Darin Wood. Bro. Darin speaks regarding a topic that I believe we need to revive among our churches. We go over what modesty is, why we need it, and how we know modesty when we see it. Bro. Darin brings up several things, and he also brings along his unique perspective to this long held belief of the Pentecostal and Holiness people. I challenge you to listen to this episode, because I believe we all need ...
Jul 01, 2022•42 min0
Send us a text In today's study, we look into the argument James is famous for. He strongly promotes the belief that faith must have works that come with it, or it is not authentic faith. James uses several analogies to prove his point, and he concludes that if you don't have works with your faith, your faith is dead. He says that Abraham was justified by the work of offering Isaac on the altar, which is contrary to what many denominations today believe. In our Q&A segment, we answer a quest...
Jun 27, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 70
Send us a text In this edition of Systematic Theology, Bro Donnie and Bro Chris Lee discuss 2 topics that have been left alone at times. One of them has been left alone because of a lack of understanding, and the other has been left alone because it has been perceived as a Catholic doctrine. You might be wondering what I am talking about, so allow me to explain: The doctrine of the Incarnation has been left alone because of a lack of understanding of the term. The Virgin Birth has been avoided m...
Jun 24, 2022•40 min0
Send us a text In today's episode, we continue looking at the scathing rebuke James gave to the rich people of his day. He reminds us of the Royal Law of loving our neighbors as ourselves. He then takes a few verses and expounds to us a great doctrinal approach to viewing the Law. One thing is for sure, James is a straight shooter, and he gets right to the point. He teaches us to go to the heart of a matter in order to deal with things the right way. In our Q&A segment, we are asked this que...
Jun 20, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 69
Send us a text In today's episode, we examine how God's holiness works. Full disclaimer: we will not be studying about man's part in holiness today, for if we fail to have God's holiness, man has no holiness within himself. We look into the idea of what defines the holiness of God, and what that looks like for us. We end up anchoring down into the thought of separation, which in itself is a very interesting study. We hope you feel as compelled by this study as we did. In our Q&A segment, we ...
Jun 17, 2022•35 min0
Send us a text In today's episode, we dig into what pure, undefiled religion truly is, and it might just surprise you! Pure religion is to visit widows and orphans, to not have respect of persons, nor to show partiality between the rich and the poor. We look at some of the proper protocol on how to handle certain matters, and then we see what James thought about people who were guilty of doing these things. In our Q&A segment we were asked: What does it mean to strain at a gnat, and swallow ...
Jun 13, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 68
Send us a text In today's installment of Systematic Theology, Bro Donnie and Bro Chris Lee teach a subject many people struggle with. For some people, Christ began His existence at Bethlehem. These brothers use biblical evidence to prove this is inaccurate at the least, and heretical at the worst. Jesus is the 2nd member of the Godhead, thus He is deity just as much as the Father. Because the Father has always been, so has Christ. Hang on to your hat, because these brothers will be taking you on...
Jun 10, 2022•47 min0
Send us a text In today's study, we learn that if you are only a hearer of the Word of God, and you are not a doer, God is not pleased. James says you are like a man who looks into the mirror, you see some things, but then you purposely forgot what you saw. Those who continue to look into this perfect law of liberty and continues in it will be blessed. We also examine the idea of those who seem to be religious, but can't seem to bridle their tongue. James boldly declared that their religion is v...
Jun 06, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 67
Send us a text In today's episode, we interview a very good friend of ours, Bro. Paul Snow. Bro. Paul shares with us a little of his background, his family, and the church that he pastors. Most importantly, Bro. Paul talks about something that we feel is very needful for all believers to hear. He gives us some very encouraging, yet challenging words that he felt on his heart. Bro. Paul encourages us all to stand for the Lord, for the Lord is standing for us. He brings several scriptures into our...
Jun 03, 2022•40 min0
Send us a text In today's episode, we dig into what we feel is some of the most important verses found within the book of James. We study what it means to be a hearer of the Word, and what it means to be a doer of the Word. We see that the engrafted Word of God is able to save our souls. We learn that the Word of God is also referred to as a mirror. James tells us that if we look into the mirror and forget what we saw, we are decieved! God wants us to hear His Word, for without the hearing of th...
May 30, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 66
Send us a text In today's episode, we look at a thought that not many people recognize during their scripture reading. We point out how that Matthew seems to be using a lot of things straight out of Exodus. We look at 8 specific things that Matthew included in his Gospel account that have a definite correlation to Moses, and several happenings found within the 2nd book of our Bibles. We feel that by the time you finish this episode, you will also see these things with clarity. We feel that this ...
May 27, 2022•33 min0
Send us a text In today's episode, we study the progression of lust, and the process of sin. These two things are inseparable, for the one leads to the other. We look at the many different types of lust, and the various sins they lead to. The worst things bout lust and sin is that they lead to death. The good thing is that God gives us good things that come down from above, which is the exact opposite of lust and sin. In our Q&A segment, we answer this question: Can you justify yourself? Luk...
May 23, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 65
Send us a text In today's installment of Systematic Theology, Bro Donnie and Bro Chris Lee teach about the indwelling of the Spirit. They cover many things such as who and what the Holy Ghost is, why we need Him in our lives, the need of walking in the Spirit, the need of living in the Spirit, and much more. There are many false doctrines concerning the Holy Ghost, and this is what brings so much confusion to this subject. The Holy Ghost is not just an experience that we seek, He is the 3rd pers...
May 20, 2022•34 min0
Send us a text In today's episode, we see that we are like the flower of the grass, for we shall all pass away. We see that the man who endures temptation is blessed, and he shall receive the crown of life if he loves the Lord. We are discouraged from the thought that God tempts us with evil, but James straightens us out. He tells us that we are drawn away of our own lust and enticed, and this is what leads to sin, and eventually to death. This is a sobering thought! In our Q&A segment, we a...
May 16, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 64
Send us a text In today's episode. we have a special guest! We sit down for an interview with the host of another popular podcast, Bro. Devin Birdsong. Bro. Devin has been a friend to us, and he has also been a blessing to many people through the years. Bro. Devin talks about the 4 Gospel writers, and he shares with us a little bit about each book, the author, and their purpose for writing. He also shares a little bit about his life, ministry, and Pod'n Me, the podcast he started nearly 2 years ...
May 13, 2022•40 min0
Send us a text In today's episode, we are reminded that the trying of our faith works patience, that patience has a perfect work, and that we are to ask God for wisdom. We also see that God gives to all men liberally. We must ask in faith without doubting, for the man who wavers will not receive anything from the Lord. A double-minded man is unstable in all his ways. We cover a lot of ground in this study, and we believe it will be a benefit to all who hear it. In our Q&A segment, we answer ...
May 09, 2022•34 min•Season 1Ep. 63
Send us a text In today's episode, Bro Donnie and Bro Chris Lee tackle a couple of subjects that have left several people confused for years. They teach the biblical doctrines of sanctification and glorification. They bring out several points that many people tend to overlook, and they use quite a few scriptures to support their case. They speak of the how, when, and the why of these things. We believe that you will be blessed by this biblically based study!...
May 06, 2022•35 min0
Send us a text In today's episode, we start our new book study, and it is the book of James! We are excited to be going through this powerful epistle written by the brother of our Lord. We cover a brief introduction to this book, and then we examine a little of the background of James himself. We know that James was not a believer at the first, but then after being converted, he was an adamant follower of Christ. We look at the first 2 verses of chapter one, and we cover some pretty amazing thin...
May 02, 2022•31 min•Season 1Ep. 62
Send us a text In today's episode, we answer a question that has been asked often through the years. A listener asked us if we have to study our Bibles, or is reading them good enough? We take matters like this very seriously, so instead of just giving them a glib answer, we wanted to give a strong defense of our position on this topic. If the Bible is God's Word as we say that it is, why would anyone not want to know as much as possible about it? We believe you will enjoy this lesson today, and...
Apr 29, 2022•33 min0
Send us a text In today's final episode of Jonah, we definitely look at some interesting things! For one, we view the life of Jonah in contrast with the life of Jesus. We also look at an analogy between the story of Jonah, and a happening during the times of Jesus. To finish up, we then look at a surprising element of Jonah. We see that he is a type of Christ! I know, you might be wondering how a rebellious prophet could have anything to do with Jesus, but after listening to our reasoning, we be...
Apr 25, 2022•30 min•Season 1Ep. 61
