If you haven't listened to our previous conversation, "Can People Change?" We'd really encourage you to go back and start there. This is a deeper discussion on the role we can possibly play in the life of another person. We can't change them, but can we facilitate change in their life? Do we sit back and wait for things to happen or take an active role? Again, these discussions can change drastically depending on individual situations, but we hope the general principles from God's Word can bring hope to your life.

We're not talking about changing your eating habits, workout habits, or time you wake up in the morning. We're asking the question, "Can people be fundamentally changed at the core of their being?" This question has deep implications for how we view people around us and their relationship with Christ. This question is one that fills the hearts and minds of so many people as they pray for friends and family members. But as always, what does the Bible say about a person's ability and desire to change? How can we look at the teachings of God's Word and find a spiritually healthy approach to this subject? Join us in this conversation and let us know your thoughts and further questions on this important subject.

Whether you use the term or have heard it in conversation, what is meant by the term providence? Ex- "It must be God's providence!" or "Thanks to the providence of God." Let's explore the term together. We'd love to hear your thoughts on how you use the term or what you might use in its place.

Paul talks about following the traditions passed on to believers. Did that mean they were to follow the teachings of Paul? What does it mean to follow the traditions of man or the traditions of God? Let's dive into God's word and see if we can shed a bit of light on the subject.

Scripture References: 2 Thessalonians 2:15, Galatians 1:12-14, Mark 7:1-15, Matthew 5:20-22, Matthew 5:43-44, 1 Corinthians 11:23, 1 Corinthians 15:3, 1 Corinthians 14:37, 2 Peter 3:15-16, Galatians 2:8-9

It's time for another lightning round! We are always thankful for the questions and comments that come in, but it can be tough to answer them all in the program. So, from time to time we gather together some of the questions that can be answered in short form for a lightning round. This week we go back for questions about our recent Taboo Words video as well as clarifications on the concept of guilt, repentance, and lifting hands in prayer. Check the timestamps to jump to some of our other questions as well.

1:39 - What does Christ mean when he references the altar in Matthew 5:23?

6:25 - Rapture, is it a special event or a generic term?

9:31 - Did God create other gods?

13:58 - Is guilt a sin? What is the difference between feeling guilt and being guilty?

18:52 - Looking at Ezra 18, isn't repentance enough to satisfy God's wrath? Was Jesus' physical sacrifice God's plan?

23:40 - Should we be lifting hands in prayer?

27:24 - Does Job predate the writings of Genesis?

Scriptures Referenced:

Matthew 5:23, Psalm 51:16-19, Hebrews 13:10, 1 Thessalonians 4:17, Colossians 1:15-17, Ephesians 1:21, Ephesians 6:12, 1 Corinthians 10:20, Isaiah 53:10-11, 1 John 3:19-20, Ezekiel 18, Leviticus 17:11, Hebrews 10:4, 1 John 5:16, 1 Timothy 2:8

"We call Bible things by Bible names" is a phrase that has been used in the church of Christ for many years. However, what do we do when a Bible word has become taboo? Better yet, why do some of these words become taboo in the first place? Let's discuss some of these words, their original meaning in scripture, and how they might be added back into our vocabulary. As always, we'd love to hear your comments or follow-up questions on the things we discuss.

Scripture References:

Galatians 6:6, 1 Corinthians 14:16, Matthew 23:1-2, Romans 10:18, Hebrews 1:6, 1 Thessalonians 4:17, John 10:12, 1 Corinthains 5:10, Revelation 20, Ephesians 1:4-5, Romans 11:5, Numbers 27:15-23, Exodus 28, Esodus 29, Acts 6:5-6, Acts 14:23, 1 Timothy5:22, Titus 1:5, 1 Timothy 4:14, 2 Timothy 1:6, Ephesians 4:11, 1 Peter 5:1-5, Acts 20:28-30, 1 Corinthians 9:7, Hebrews 13:10, Hebrews 8:6, 1 Peter 2:9, Hebrews 13:15-16, Hebrews 1:13

God has revealed his name to us. Is it the same as the name of his son, Jesus? What is the correct name for God, or does it change from passage to passage? There are so many questions related to the name of Jesus and the name of God - even more questions related to how we use them and what they mean. Let's explore these names and how they impact the way read scripture and talk about our creator.

Scripture References:

When you were baptized someone probably said something before you were taken into the water. Do you remember what they said? Does it matter what they said or if they said anything at all? There are a few passages in the New Testament that seem to create some tension around this subject that we will discuss in this video. Going a step further, Dan guides us through the concept of what the phrase “in the name” means.

Broadway church of Christ Media · CWD Episode 144: Is Baptism in Jesus Name?

Scripture References: Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 2:33, Acts 2:21, Acts 2:36, Acts 3:1-10, Acts 4:6-12, John 5:19-29, Romans 8:7-11, Colossians 2:12

Who gets to make the rules? Who is in charge? Let’s keep this one simple – the answer is God. If only it could end there. In reality, we have many questions that stem from the concept of binding and loosing whether we realize it or not. Dan and Jed start in Matthew 18 to get a picture of what Jesus was trying to say and who he was saying it to. Then the conversation heads toward practical applications of the principle.

Broadway church of Christ Media · CWD Episode 143: Can Church Elders Bind & Loose?

Scripture References: Matthew 18:1, Matthew 18:15-20, Matthew 16:19, 1 Corinthians 2:6-13, 1 Corinthians 4:6-16, John 16:4-15, 1 Timothy 5:17-22, Hebrews 13:17, Hebrews 13:7, 2 Timothy 2:2, Mark 10:40-45, Galatians 2:6-7, Galatians 1:11-12, Galatians 2:11-14

When you were baptized someone probably said something before you were taken into the water. Do you remember what they said? Does it matter what they said or if they said anything at all? There are a few passages in the New Testament that seem to create some tension around this subject that we will discuss in this video. Going a step further, Dan guides us through the concept of what the phrase "in the name" means.

Scripture References: Matthew 28:18-20, Acts 2:33, Acts 2:21, Acts 2:36, Acts 3:1-10, Acts 4:6-12, John 5:19-29, Romans 8:7-11, Colossians 2:12