In this off-the-cuff chat, Don and I talk about why we trust the King James Bible as God's perfectly preserved word for English speakers. We compare it to modern versions like the NASB, NIV, and ESV, point out real differences (like "only begotten Son" in John 3:16), look at missing verses and sketchy footnotes, and explain why this stuff actually matters for your faith and growth. We also touch on the whole "archaic words" thing, the helps that are out there, and why the most important part is just to keep reading your Bible every day.

This Bible study covers Leviticus chapter 2, focusing on the grain offerings and rules for first fruits. It discusses seasoning offerings with salt as the covenant of salt and why certain first fruits portions are not burned on the altar. We explore the meaning of these offerings, the difference between oblation and sacrifice, and the role of frankincense. We share thoughts on careful Scripture reading while openly admitting areas we don't fully understand.

We continue our Leviticus study into chapter 2 after wrapping up chapter 1 thoughts. Benjamin Keach's book on biblical types is recommended. The talk compares viewing offerings as types pointing to Christ versus reading them first as plain historical text. We examine the voluntary burnt offering and its sweet savor to God. Leviticus 2 covers the meat offering of fine flour, oil, and frankincense without leaven or honey, with a memorial burned and the rest for Aaron's sons as most holy.

In this discussion, we review a viewer comment emphasizing the need to understand Scripture at face value using the literal grammatical historical method while warning against importing unrelated theological conclusions into the text. We then read and examine Leviticus chapter 1 verse by verse, covering the voluntary burnt sacrifices from herds, flocks, and birds. This includes key details such as placing hands on the offering, sprinkling the blood, washing the inwards and legs, and burning the whole as a sweet savor to the Lord. We also reflect on the role of the tabernacle, the necessity of mediation between God and man, and the broader theme of how believers should live after receiving salvation. Throughout, we aim to let the text speak for itself without reading ideas into the Old Testament that are not actually present there.

In this episode we wrap up our introduction to the Book of Leviticus. We explore its timeline between Exodus and Numbers. The discussion covers key approaches, including focusing on Christ and understanding the original Israelite context. We examine connections to Exodus events such as the Passover and tabernacle setup. We also debate pre-Leviticus sacrifices from figures like Adam, Cain and Abel, Noah, Abraham, and Job. The conversation touches on the role of prophets like Moses, Samuel, and Elijah, the challenges of hearing God’s voice through one person, voluntary offerings, atonement for sin, and maintaining fellowship with God. Quotes from Chuck Missler and Andrew Bonar highlight the book’s significance.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bZF7ISVF7xM

This video continues an extended introduction to the Book of Leviticus, exploring why the book exists and its deeper meaning through the sacrifices and offerings. The discussion examines how these rituals serve as types and symbols foreshadowing Christ's sacrifice, with insights from historical commentaries. Topics include Old Testament believers' understanding of these elements, the role of grace and mercy within the law, symbolism in the tabernacle (such as the laver), comments on confession and blood application (particularly in Leviticus 16), the purpose of ongoing sacrifices in light of New Testament teachings from Hebrews and Acts, and the centrality of faith, a broken and contrite spirit, and meditating on Scripture for true insight into God's reconciliation of man to Himself through these shadows

In Acts 17:1-11, Paul reasons from the Scriptures in the Thessalonica synagogue over three Sabbaths, showing that Christ must suffer and rise again (referencing Isaiah 53:10), leading some Jews, Greeks, and women to believe. Envious unbelieving Jews stir up a mob against Jason and accuse the believers of proclaiming another king, Jesus. Paul and Silas flee to Berea, where the Bereans are called more noble for eagerly receiving the word and searching the Scriptures daily to verify the teachings.

This video launches a series through the Book of Leviticus with a full reading of Chapter 1 and discussion of the burnt offering instructions—from cattle, sheep/goats, and turtledoves/young pigeons. It covers the voluntary male-without-blemish requirement, atonement process, priestly duties, and the whole sacrifice as a sweet savor to the Lord, while touching on themes of holiness, reconciliation, and foreshadowing of Christ's sacrifice. Brief note on recording issues.

Acts chapter 16, we explore Timothy's background in Derbe and Lystra as the son of a Jewess and a Greek father, his circumcision by Paul to reach the Jews without linking it to salvation, and the principle of sacrificing personal liberty for the gospel's sake as outlined in 1 Corinthians 9:19-23. The discussion covers Paul's journey through Phrygia and Galatia, being forbidden by the Holy Ghost to preach in Asia or Bithynia, and receiving a vision to go to Macedonia. In Philippi, it examines Lydia from Thyatira worshiping God and her household's baptism after hearing the gospel, the damsel possessed with a spirit of divination following Paul and Silas before her exorcism, their imprisonment and beating for disrupting profits, the earthquake opening the prison, the jailer's question of what he must do to be saved with the answer to believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and their release after Paul asserts Roman citizenship.

In this study of Acts chapter 15, certain men from Judea teach that Gentiles must be circumcised after the manner of Moses to be saved, leading to strong dissension from Paul and Barnabas. They travel to Jerusalem to consult the apostles and elders, where Peter notes that Gentiles received the Holy Ghost by faith, just as the Jews, without the yoke of the law. James agrees, citing prophets, and decides not to trouble Gentile believers beyond abstaining from pollutions of idols, fornication, things strangled, and blood. A letter is sent to churches in Antioch, Syria, and Cilicia via Judas surnamed Barsabas and Silas. Paul and Barnabas later disagree over taking John Mark, who had departed from them in Pamphylia, and part ways: Barnabas sails to Cyprus with Mark, while Paul travels through Syria and Cilicia with Silas to confirm the churches. References include Galatians chapters 2 and 3 on justification by faith, not works.