When most Christian denominations baptize their converts, they say, “In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit,” believing that to be an act of obedience to Christ’s command in Matthew 28:19. Is it truly obedience, however, or something else? Find out in today’s podcast as Pastor Riggen continues his study of water baptism. 

Colossians 3:17 says, “And whatsoever ye do in word or deed, do all in the name of the Lord Jesus.” For most believers, applying this verse to prayer and other acts of Christian service has never been a problem. Why, then, do many – if not MOST – of them seem unwilling to apply it to one major Biblical ordinance in particular? Find out more on today’s podcast as Pastor Riggen continues his study of water baptism.

On the Day of Pentecost, when the multitude asked about how to be saved, Peter gave the crowd a detailed response. Although the question did not specifically address the issue of infant baptism, is it possible that Peter’s answer did? Find out in today’s podcast as Pastor Riggen continues his study of water baptism.

Most Christians are well aware that Adam’s wife, Eve, was created from a rib taken from his side. What they may NOT be aware of, however, is how that particular fact serves as a beautiful illustration concerning Christ and the Church. On today’s podcast, Pastor Riggen shows how this well known Bible story helps prove an essential New Testament doctrine.

While on the cross, Jesus cried, “My God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken me?” To some, this clearly shows one member of the Godhead being forsaken by another. As Pastor Riggen shows through closer examination, however, there is something entirely different going on.

The Bible states that when Jesus was baptized, the Father spoke from Heaven and the Holy Spirit descended like a dove. Does this passage prove that there are three separate and distinct persons in the Godhead? Pastor Riggen addresses this question and more in today’s episode.

Many people know about the Love of God based on John 3:16, which tells us, “God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten son.” Not nearly as many, however, know the true depth of that love, as described in I John 3:16. Find out how this verse greatly enhances the other as Pastor Riggen continues his study of the Godhead.

In dealing with the subject of the Lord’s return, the Bible says the Father knows the day but the Son does not. Does this statement help or hurt the traditional teachings of the Trinity? The answer is found in today’s podcast as Pastor Riggen continues his study of the Godhead.

It is commonly believed that Jesus is the “Second Person in the Godhead.” We should ask ourselves, however, whether this position is based on sound Biblical principles. In fact, we should further ask ourselves whether Jesus is even IN the Godhead. In today’s podcast, Pastor Riggen addresses this as he expounds on the fourth principle needed to understand the Godhead.

Perhaps one of the most often quoted scriptures is John 3:16, which says that God so loved the world He gave His only begotten Son. Is it possible that this well-known verse holds an overlooked truth that contradicts the doctrine of many who revere it? Listen as Pastor Riggen addresses the Biblical identity of the Son of God.