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Cultural Madness, Atonement Issues, Textual Traditionalism

, , Abortion, CBGM, Christian Worldview, Church History, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Homosexuality, King James Onlyism, Personal, Post-Evangelicalism, Reformed Baptist Issues, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

A morning DL for us here today, the only program for this week. We started with some commentary on current cultural madness and rapid decline, including a grandmother bearing a child for her homosexual son. Then we looked at issues relating to the atonement, first in comments from Taylor Marshall and Timothy Gordon on the Mass, and then from William

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Upcoming Debates, Tom Buck and Sam Allberry, Steven Anderson and Textual Traditionalism

, , CBGM, Church History, General Apologetics, Homosexuality, King James Onlyism, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Started off with some exciting news about possible upcoming major debates and pointing folks to the Travel Fund as the most important way of helping us to make this happen.  Then we looked at the fall out from the posting of the four-part series of articles by Pastor Tom Buck interacting with materials found on the Living Out website before

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Microphone Testing, Living Out, Traditional Textism and the Longer Ending of Mark

, , General Apologetics, Homosexuality, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Started off with technical issues, to be honest (tried a new microphone that didn’t work out well, yet, anyway), and then eventually discussed Tom Buck’s currently running series of articles on Living Out. Then moved to the Traditional Text position (TR) finishing up with a look at the endings of Mark.  We will be back on Thursday of this week.  Don’t forget

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A Steve Hays Face-Plant, Closer Look at Texts like 1 John 3:1, A Tad of Steven Anderson, Four Phone Calls

, , Exegesis, General Apologetics, King James Onlyism, Open Theism, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Looked at a few topics to start out, including a short hit piece from Steve Hays that missed the mark by a mile.  Then we did a little more TC reasoning looking at another claim from the TT’s that doing modern textual criticism is unbiblical, and then moved on to a few more quotes from Steven Anderson in response to

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Reviewing Recent Interactions on Line, then Back to Erasmus and the Text

, , Abortion, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, King James Onlyism, Mormonism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Went over various interactions with folks regarding social justice and the like, including some Anthony Bradley quotes, at the top of the program (actually had a few comments on developments in Mormonism at the very start), and then switched back to Erasmus and the book of Revelation, then engaging with arguments/accusations made from the textual traditionalists.  Finished up watching a

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Future Predictions, Social Issues, Refuting Bradly Mason, Erasmus, and Steven Anderson Chapter 3

, , Exegesis, General Apologetics, King James Onlyism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Caught up with a lot of recent developments in the decline of the West and then started looking at some material from Christian social justice advocates, including a tweet from Beth Moore, and then an article from Bradly Mason.  Then we switched gears to the textual issue, looking at Erasmus’ work on the book of Revelation and the reality that

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An Almost Two Hour DL: Sam Allberry’s RZIM Presentation on Transgenderism, the Important Issues in Textual Traditionalism

, , CBGM, Homosexuality, Reformed Apologetics, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Went 115 minutes today, the first hour focusing upon Sam Allberry’s presentation on transgenderism at the RZIM event just a few weeks ago.  Then we moved on to look at some of the statements made recently by advocates of Textual Traditionalism (including identifying that moniker as “gutter language” and a “slur”).  Lots of discussion of epistemology, Reformed theology, history of

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Cultural Observations on the Sexual Revolution, Mormonism, Racialism, and Calls

, , Christian Worldview, General Apologetics, Homosexuality, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Wow, what a mix!  Lots of material at the start on true biblical justice, avoiding mobs, how intersectionality eats its own (Martina Navratilova), and the use of the “crisis” to get things done now, even if what you are really doing is just pushing forward your ultimate agenda. Then we took calls on various topics, and then at the end of

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Radio Free Geneva: NIFB Arguments Reviewed, the Ecclesiastical Text Movement Examined

, , CBGM, Exegesis, General Apologetics, King James Onlyism, Radio Free Geneva, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Did a 100 minute Radio Free Geneva today, looking at the arguments from an NIFB pastor in the Philippines first, and then going into a much more in-depth discussion on the issue of the text of the New Testament in response to the ever present Traditionalists in the Reformed camp.  Important stuff to consider!  Also included a debate invitation/challenge for

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Russell Moore’s Statement, Steven Anderson on KJVOC Chapter 2

, , Church History, Homosexuality, King James Onlyism, Racialism, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Spent most of our time today examining Dr. Russell Moore’s statement on the Houston Chronicle article, and specifically what he identified as “wrongheaded” and “dangerous” ideas. This required us to revisit Rome’s doctrine of the priesthood and related issues.  Then we responded to Steven Anderson’s second video wherein he reviews the second chapter of The King James Only Controversy.  75 minutes.

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The Color of Compromise, Steven Anderson Continued, Open Phones

, , Abortion, CBGM, Christian Worldview, Church History, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Iglesia Ni Christo, King James Onlyism, Pauline Studies, Persecution, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Took time to make some comments on Jemar Tisby’s new book, The Color of Compromise.  Please note I forgot to read through a key paragraph initially, so after the open phones segment I read that paragraph and made some comments thereon (right at the end of the show).  Then we finished up the relevant portions of Steven Anderson’s first video, and

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An Ultra Mega Dividing Line (2.5 Hours) Covering…A Ton

, , Abortion, Christian Worldview, General Apologetics, Homosexuality, Islam, King James Onlyism, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Started off the program thanking my hosts in Russia for a wonderful time there.  Then we looked at the document produced and signed by Pope Francis and the Grand Imam, Ahmed el-Tayeb, and commented on its actual content (unlike some articles that skipped that part and just went for the sensationalistic side).  Then we commented on the left’s drive for

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Textual Criticism and the TR Live from CBTS

, , Church History, Exegesis, General Apologetics, King James Onlyism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Live From Covenant Baptist Theological Seminary James discusses the issues surrounding the idea of Textual Criticism and the Textus Receptus. Here is the YouTube link: Live Video Stream The Dividing Line is on YouTube video. Our YouTube channel also provides videos of most of the debates that Dr. White has done over the years. Take some time and browse it

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Beth Moore’s Racist Library and Open Phones

, , Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Pastoral Theology, Personal, Post-Evangelicalism, Racialism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Started off with a report on our dear brother Jeff Durbin’s current condition after a medical issue last evening.  Then we looked at a comment from Beth Moore about how you could, I guess, make your library more “inclusive” by considering the color of the skin of the author. You can guess what I said about that.  Then we went

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ATM Preacher, the Christian Shema, and Open Phones

, , Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Pauline Studies, Reformed Apologetics, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Started off looking at a “converted” ATM that is now being used to “preach” in a church in Germany, leading to some discussion of egalitarianism and related concepts. Then we commented a bit on the Christian/Muslim debate from last evening, leading to a discussion of 1 Corinthians 8:5-6 and Paul’s “Christian Shema.”  Then we took calls on a variety of

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Brandan Robertson on the Death of Christianity, Jared Wilson and Galatians 2, Open Phones with Great Calls!

, , Atheism, Christian Worldview, Church History, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Homosexuality, Racialism, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Started off briefly reminding folks that A&O is a ministry that depends on individuals for our continued support. Also mentioned that we have a travel fund that allows me to get to all the places I go and minister to many who would not be able to bring me in otherwise. Then we looked at an article Brandan Robertson posted

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Michael Kruger on Whether It Is a Waste of Time to Learn Biblical Languages . . .

, , Blog Stuff, Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Godly Disciplines, Misc, Pauline Studies, Reformed Baptist Issues, Resources, Textual Issues, Theology Matters

A few weeks ago, a new crop of seminary students began the grueling month-long experience of Summer Greek. And, like all seminary students before them, they will begin to ask the question of why studying these ancient languages even matters. After all, a few years after graduation all will be forgotten. In the midst of a busy pastoral life, who

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Open Borders Means Anarchy and Lawlessness, Then Open Phones on Deep Theological Topics

, , Christian Worldview, Church History, Eastern Orthodoxy, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Islam, King James Onlyism, Mormonism, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

While we were getting folks in line for open phones I commented for about ten minutes on the simple reality that “open borders” equals anarchy and the end of law, a concept that should not be attractive to any Christian whatsoever. Then we went to the phones to discuss a bunch of deep Trinitarian issues, as well as Eastern Orthodoxy,

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Tim Keller on Jesus Getting Close to You, DTS and Ephesians 5, the Book of Abraham

, , Exegesis, Homosexuality, Mormonism, Pauline Studies, Racialism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Started off looking at the little upset that took place yesterday on Twitter regarding Tim Keller’s tweet about Jesus becoming human “to get close to you.”  Then looked at a Christian Post article about DTS professors and Ephesians 5 related to wives and husbands and the nature of submission. Then we finished up with a Mormonism segment that I will

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White Supremacy, Martin Luther King Jr.’s Theology, Imputed Guilt by Race, Kyle J. Howard’s Fear, Racialism, Open Phones

, , Christian Worldview, Exegesis, Pastoral Theology, Personal, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Spent the first hour going over developments over the past few days, including discussions of the Washington Rally with the National Council of Churches, the MLK50 Conference, Martin Luther King’s own professed theology, Thabiti Anyabwile’s imputation of guilt to our grandparents, and finally Kyle J. Howard’s public statement that he would not feel “safe” meeting with me alone “as a

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Micro-Aggression Worship Songs, Tweets from the MLK50 Conference, Ehrman on the Gospel Writers, Open Phones

, , Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Gospel/Jesus Studies, Mormonism, Reformed Apologetics, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Covered a number of odd things coming out of the MLK50 Conference, including a “worship song” that included the concept of “micro-aggressions” (just finding a way to put that tongue stopper in a line of music deserves credit!) and a tweet insisting that “White Evangelicalism” (whatever that is) “owes” the “black community” monetary investment.  Then we got back to the

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Christian Renewal Focused on True Knowledge of Christ vs. Neo-Marxism (First Hour) then…Coherence Based Genealogical Method Introduction!

, , Christian Worldview, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Technology, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Not sure a program could have two more different topics, but I managed to pull it off today!  Spent the first 55 minutes starting off with a study of Colossians 3:9-11.  I then focused upon what this text means as to the proper, biblical basis of Christian unity in the body of Christ.  I then made application to the growing

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LGBTQ Tweets, Ehrman Dividing Mark and John, Open Phones

, , Christian Worldview, Church History, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Gospel/Jesus Studies, Homosexuality, Reformed Apologetics, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Talked a little bit about a Twitter exchange regarding LGBTQ books, and then moved to a rather full refutation of Bart Ehrman’s comments on Mark vs. John on the day of Jesus’ crucifixion (Nisan 13 vs. Nisan 14), and then went to open phones with once again a wide variety of calls and topics.  Always interesting questions from the Dividing

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The New GTY Assault Bible, NA29 Due in 2021, Billy Graham, then Back to Ehrman/Licona

, , Exegesis, General Apologetics, Gospel/Jesus Studies, Reformed Apologetics, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Started off talking about the new “Preacher’s Bible” from Grace To You which I have now dubbed “The Assault Bible.”  Light hearted discussion, I assure you.  Then we talked about the announcement that the next editions of the NA and UBS Greek texts are due out in 2021/2022, and what that means.  Then we discussed the move on the part

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Series to Begin Next Week, the Ebionites, and Open Phones on a 95 Minute Dividing Line

, , Christian Worldview, Church History, Exegesis, Islam, King James Onlyism, Oneness Pentecostalism, Persecution, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Uncategorized

Covered about half an hour of “topics” from the Ebionites to current discussions of “insanity,” and then we went to open phones with lots of questions on a wide variety of topics including the Trinity, Oneness, and two calls on textual variants (Romans 5:1, John 10:29). Here is the YouTube link: Live Video Stream The Dividing Line is on YouTube

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Open Phones on the Dividing Line!

, , Church History, General Apologetics, Godly Disciplines, Pastoral Theology, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Did a little church history (the Renaissance) and then went to the phones, taking calls on Lutheran baptismal regeneration, Jesus’ words about the day of judgment, grieving and evangelism, hyperdispensationalism, Titus 1:6, the longer ending of Mark, regeneration in the OT, Isaiah’s judgment oracle, and early christian writers.  Whew!  1:45 makes it an almost mega jumbo edition, I guess! Here

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What Justin Martyr Actually Said, Transmission of the Text, Open Phones

, , Church History, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Misc, Mormonism, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Discussed Justin Martyr’s words in reference to Malachi 1:11 as found in his Dialogue with Trypho (in reference to a call from Tuesday), and then went over a textual critical issue relating to partial manuscripts.  Then we opened the phones and, as normal, covered a ton of topics, with a lot on the Trinity and the relationship of Father, Son

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Open Lines on the Dividing Line

, , Church History, Exegesis, General Apologetics, Gospel/Jesus Studies, Iglesia Ni Christo, Misc, Pastoral Theology, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Roman Catholicism, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Did about twenty minutes on Jan Hus and the background of the Reformation, and then went to the phones for the first time in a long time.  A ton of questions on a wide, wide range of topics, such as the INC, Roman Catholicism, textual criticism, etc., finishing with a nearly 25 minute conversation with “Joe” who is flirting with

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Psalm 22: Michael Brown and James White Examine This Messianic Psalm in Light of Jewish and Muslim Polemics

, , Exegesis, General Apologetics, Gospel/Jesus Studies, Islam, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

I am deeply thankful to Michael Brown for joining us yet again on a very, very busy day for him to discuss Psalm 22 in light of recent claims made by Muslim apologists, especially regarding v. 16 (21:17 LXX).  If you have a deep interest in Messianic prophecy and wish to be prepared to discuss this text with both Jews

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Denying vs. Confessing, Canon Discussion at G3, the Lollards

, , Church History, Exegesis, Gospel/Jesus Studies, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line

Sorry, folks, despite my best efforts I got what’s going around (not the flu, thankfully, but a bad respiratory infection), so I will be talking slowly today—an easy show for you to use your 2x speed on when listening!  Looked at 1 John 2:18-23 exegetically (and textually), then talked a bit about the session at G3 with Michael Kruger on

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Ijaz Ahmad and Corruption of Scripture, A False Dilemma for Christians, Thoughts on the Condemnation of Michael Brown

, , Exegesis, General Apologetics, Islam, Reformed Apologetics, Reformed Baptist Issues, Textual Issues, The Dividing Line, Theology Matters

Spent a good deal of time playing the final portions of Ijaz Ahmad’s video on “the corruption of Scripture,” working through a lot of pretty in-dept stuff regarding the Greek Septuagint, etc.  Then spent a bit of time looking at a supposed dilemma for Christians from Paul Williams, and finished off with about 50 minutes of thoughts on the brouhaha

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