If you have taken the Lord's Supper just about anywhere, you have probably heard the phrase "take this in a worthy manner." What exactly did that phrase mean in its original context and how should it affect our attitude about taking the Lord's Supper today? Is there ever a time a baptized believer shouldn't take the Lord's Supper? We discuss this subject a lot; so, if you have further comments or questions, send them our way!

Scripture References: 1 Corinthians 11:27-32, 1 Corinthians 10:16-17, 1 John 1:6-7, Hebrews 10:26-27, 1 Corinthains 5:4-5, 1 John 5:16-17

Amidst one of John the Baptist's fiery sermons in Luke 3, he mentions that Jesus will come and baptize with "the Holy Spirit and with fire." What does that mean? Who was he saying would receiving this (these?) type of baptism? And what does a winnowing fork have to do with it?

Scripture References: Luke 3:15-17, Luke 3:7-9, Acts 2:16-21, John 7:39, Ephesians 4:7-8, Acts 2:38, Acts 8, Acts 19:6, Galatians 3:1-6, 1 Corinthians 12:13, Luke 1:15, Luke 1:41, Luke 1:67, Luke 2:25-26, Luke 2:36, Acts 2:22, Acts 2:43, Acts 6:8, Acts 8:6, Acts 8:13

As a follow-up to our discussion about Heaven and the New Jerusalem, we look at a few more passages in John and the letters to the Thessalonians. We deeply appreciate the feedback from our previous episode on the subject and look forward to continuing this discussion. As always, don't forget to send us any of your comments or listen to our conversations on the go using your favorite podcast app.

Scripture References: 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17, 2 Thessalonians 1:6-10, Hebrews 11:16, John 14:1-3

For such a short book in the Bible, Jude brings up a lot of questions. Why is a quote used that isn't anywhere in the Bible? Why are angles fighting over the body of Moses? Who really wrote the book anyway? There's a lot more, but this is probably enough for one conversation.

Scripture References: Jude, Acts 17:28, John 11:47-53

We received the question asking if Heaven and Earth will eventually be combined or if the afterlife will be on a renewed Earth. Specifically we were asked to look at Romans 8:19-23 and 2 Peter 3:6-13. Through the conversation, we tried to cover these passages and give other foundational background to the conversation. This conversation is a long one, but it will benefit your thoughts and further questions if you listen to the whole thing. (It's okay if you can't listen to it all at once!)

Scripture References: Romans 8:19-23, 2 Peter 3:6-13, Isaiah 60:11, Isaiah 60:18-19, Isaiah 62:4-5, Revelation 21:2, Revelation 22:1-2, Ezekiel 47:12, Revelation 21, Acts 3:19-21, 2 Peter 3:15-16, Isaiah 65:17-19, Revelation 2:7, Revelation 22:18-19, Isaiah 65:19, Hebrews 11:10, Hebrews 11:16, Hebrews 12:22, Hebrews 13:14

Let's be honest, the Bible talks a lot about slavery, and that can make us uncomfortable. So, the question that was presented is a fair one. If you take the time to listen to this difficult subject, please listen all the way to the end. As always, your comments and continuing questions are much appreciated and help us all to become more open and honest with what the scriptures say.

Scripture References: Exodus 21, 1 Corinthians 7:21-22, Ephesians 6:5-9, Philemon, 1 Peter 2:18-23, 1 Peter 2:11-12

You might hear that Christ established his church at Pentecost, but then you think about how the modern "Church of Christ" is associated with the restoration movement. Does that mean Christ's church didn't exist for a period of time? Have Christians been active since the Pentecost sermon? If so - where were they?

Scripture Readings: Matthew 16:18, Acts 2:36, Romans 16:16, 1 Corinthians 1:2, Hebrews 12:22-23

In the Bible we read passages that use the phrase "God above all gods," but what does that mean? Are there really other gods? Dan and Jed discuss the Hebrew term used in these passages and what implications that has on our understanding of the Spiritual world around us. 

Scripture References: Exodus 7, Exodus 8, Exodus 20:1-3, Revelation 4:11, Psalm 8, Hebrews 2:5-8, 1 Corinthians 10:20-21

Continuing our discussion on church planting, we were asked how the church spread in the first century. If we use the New Testament scriptures as a guide, what did early Christians use? What role did veneration of saints and relics play in the spread of the early church? As always, we appreciate the follow-up questions and encourage you to continue this conversation with us.

Scripture References: 2 Peter 3:15-16, Colossians 4:16, 1 Corinthians 1:2, Exodus 20:4

Church planting is not a new concept, but recently there is a renewed focus on the topic. This is especially true as the concept of a "multi-campus congregation" is easier to coordinate with various technologies. Is there a biblical model for these efforts? Is there an issue with church autonomy that needs to be considered? It's another long conversation with Dan, but one that only scratches the surface. Let us know your questions and comments on this complex and important topic.

Scripture References: Acts 8:4, Acts 11:19-26, 1 Corinthians 11, 1 Corinthians 14:23a, Acts 14:22-23, Acts 20:28-32