Baptist on the Bible

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: What to Do About Disney? (pt. 1) - We are getting questions coming in about what Christians should be doing in light of some of Disney's recent actions in the news. Is there a Christian response?   

Dr. Andrew Marquez is Director/Dean of Wayland Baptist University's Arizona Campuses (www.wbu.edu/arizona) and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church (www.northswanbaptist.com).

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: What to Do About Disney? (pt. 2) - We have received even more questions about what Christians should about Disney's recent actions in the news. Is there a Christian response? Can believers ignore Disney's stated agenda?

OTXNT stands for Old Testament-Christ-New Testament. On OTXNT, Ben Pate, Ph.D. (Old Testament) and Andrew Marquez, Ph.D. (New Testament) provide Biblical instruction (teaching, and preaching) and evaluate present events and practices in light of Scripture. Andrew Carter Marquez (Baptist on the Bible) is Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ. Ben Pate (Theological Sidebars) is the pastor of Royal Palms Baptist Church in Phoenix, AZ. He is also adjunct faculty for Grand Canyon University.

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: What to Do About Disney? (pt. 3) - Resources and Alternatives. In this episode we consider the ethical issues related to material cooperation with companies opposed to Christian values. We also look at alternatives to Disney theme parks and streaming services. How can Christians honor God with our resources in a world filled with immorality? How can we guard the hearts and minds of our children from sinful influences? 

OTXNT stands for Old Testament-Christ-New Testament. On OTXNT, Ben Pate, Ph.D. (Old Testament) and Andrew Marquez, Ph.D. (New Testament) provide Biblical instruction (teaching, and preaching) and evaluate present events and practices in light of Scripture. Andrew Carter Marquez (Baptist on the Bible) is Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ. Ben Pate (Theological Sidebars) is the pastor of Royal Palms Baptist Church in Phoenix, AZ. He is also adjunct faculty for Grand Canyon University.

The SBC 2022 Annual Meeting concluded last week. Let's recap some of the high and low moments. What will the future of the SBC look like? 

OTXNT stands for Old Testament-Christ-New Testament. On OTXNT, Ben Pate, Ph.D. (Old Testament) and Andrew Marquez, Ph.D. (New Testament) provide Biblical instruction (teaching, and preaching) and evaluate present events and practices in light of Scripture. Andrew Carter Marquez (Baptist on the Bible) is Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ. Ben Pate (Theological Sidebars) is the pastor of Royal Palms Baptist Church in Phoenix, AZ. He is also adjunct faculty for Grand Canyon University.

Ben Pate, Ph.D. (Old Testament) and Andrew Marquez, Ph.D. (New Testament) discuss a recent discussion from the CrossPolitic podcast. An assertion made was that Baptist theology and its individualism is the cause of the modern transgender movement. Is there a real critique to be made on this or was it a careless comment? Join us for a discussion on baptism and the individual.   

For a response and link to the original discussion visit - https://g3min.org/did-baptist-theology-cause-transgenderism-a-friendly-response-to-crosspolitic/ 

Andrew Carter Marquez (Baptist on the Bible) is Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ. Ben Pate (Theological Sidebars) is the pastor of Royal Palms Baptist Church in Phoenix, AZ. He is also adjunct faculty for Grand Canyon University.

Today's OTXNT discusses the recent tragedy in Nashville, TN . A woman attacked a Christian school, killing three children and three adults. In the wake of this tragedy, how are we to view human depravity? Are humans inherently good or wicked? Is our culture becoming increasingly evil? Are we as bad as we could be? Join us for today's discussion...Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TNFor Dr. Pate's podcast visit - https://anchor.fm/benjamin-pateAndrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXu...

Dr. Pate and Dr. Marquez discuss the news of the SBC Executive Committee affirming the recommendation that Saddleback Church is deemed “not in friendly cooperation with the Southern Baptist Convention.” Looking at social media, it is clear that Baptists are all over the place on what they think about the news and the issue surrounding it. In light of this article, Ben and Andrew continue the discussion on Women in Ministry (see part 1). In this episode they discuss 1 Corinthians 14 and what it means for a church's worship service and practice. Andrew Carter Marquez (PhD, Biblical Studies) is Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ. For Dr. Marquez' podcast (Baptist on the Bible) visit - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPwBen Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies) is the pastor of Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN. For Dr. Pate's podcast (Theological Sidebars) visit - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Uer7OJDKXTbBWtSInAAhN

What do the Dodgers and Target have to do with demons? Ben and Andrew discuss recent news surrounding the LA Dodgers' and Target stores' connection to blasphemy and the demonic realm. Andrew Carter Marquez (PhD, Biblical Studies) is Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ. For Dr. Marquez' podcast (Baptist on the Bible) visit - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPwBen Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies) is the pastor of Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN. For Dr. Pate's podcast (Theological Sidebars) visit - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Uer7OJDKXTbBWtSInAAhN

What will be taking place at the SBC Annual Meeting in New Orleans next week? Ben and Andrew discuss the appeal that Rick Warren will be making to the annual meeting on the behalf of Saddleback. What are the reasons he gives for why Saddleback should be let back into the SBC? Do his arguments hold weight? Andrew Carter Marquez (PhD, Biblical Studies) is Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ. For Dr. Marquez' podcast (Baptist on the Bible) visit - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPwBen Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies) is the pastor of Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN. For Dr. Pate's podcast (Theological Sidebars) visit - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Uer7OJDKXTbBWtSInAAhN

What happened at the 2023 SBC Annual Meeting in New Orleans? Andrew and Ben talk about things that happened on the ground. Some things were a surprise, but the meeting definitely had some BIG outcomes. Andrew Carter Marquez (PhD, Biblical Studies) is Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ. For Dr. Marquez' podcast (Baptist on the Bible) visit - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPwBen Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies) is the pastor of Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN. For Dr. Pate's podcast (Theological Sidebars) visit - https://open.spotify.com/show/1Uer7OJDKXTbBWtSInAAhN