A witness to Eden tells the story from the shadows—what was seen, what was felt, and what was lost. This fictional retelling, inspired by the biblical account, explores the moment everything changed.

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In 1054, the Christian church split for the first time—East and West divided by theology, culture, and power. In this episode, we explore what led to the Great Schism, why it still matters, and what it teaches us about unity, leadership, and handling conflict in the church today.

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What happens when the church gains political power? In this episode, we explore how Constantine's conversion changed Christianity—from underground movement to imperial religion. We trace the benefits, the compromises, and the lasting impact on church authority, worship, and unity. The seeds of today’s divisions were planted here.

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False teaching didn’t wait. From the start, the early church battled heresies that threatened the gospel itself. In this episode, we examine how movements like Gnosticism, Marcionism, and Montanism distorted truth—and how the church responded. We’ll explore the formation of the canon, the rise of creeds, and the struggle to preserve apostolic teaching. These early battles still shape today’s church, and understanding them helps us discern truth, pursue unity, and stand firm in the gospel.

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Before denominations, councils, or creeds, there was the simple, Spirit-filled community of Acts 2. In this first episode, we explore how the early church lived out its faith—with shared meals, apostolic teaching, and sacrificial love. We also look at how false teaching quickly challenged that model and forced the church to define truth, a struggle that still shapes Christianity today.

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Some claim Matthew 3:11 and 12:41 support a causal reading of eis in Acts 2:38—suggesting baptism follows forgiveness. In this episode, we take a closer look at these texts and show why they don't overturn the forward-pointing meaning of eis. Careful interpretation reveals a consistent message about baptism, repentance, and forgiveness.

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Did Peter and Jude endorse 1 Enoch? This episode explores why both men referenced an apocryphal book, and what it means for interpreting Genesis 6. We uncover how translation choices, literary context, and ancient familiarity — not theological approval — explain their use of 1 Enoch. Learn why these quotes warn of judgment, not angelic lust, and how importing outside fiction into Scripture distorts the message.

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Why do some scholars insist that eis in Acts 2:38 means “because of”? In this episode, we examine whether that interpretation is driven by the Greek text—or by theological assumptions. We’ll explore key arguments, responses from leading scholars, and why this matters for how we understand baptism and forgiveness.

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Some Bible readers turn to 1 Enoch to explain Genesis 6:1–4, but is that wise? In this episode, we examine why the Book of Enoch—a Second Temple Period work of religious fiction—should not guide your understanding of inspired Scripture. Learn how pagan myths influenced Jewish literature, why Genesis doesn’t support angelic-human unions, and how to stay anchored in the biblical text.

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Is baptism essential for forgiveness—or just a symbol of what's already happened? This episode breaks down the Greek word eis in Acts 2:38 to uncover its true meaning. We explore how New Testament Greek lexicons define it and why the direction it points matters. If you’ve ever wondered what Peter really meant by “repent and be baptized…for the forgiveness of your sins,” this episode gives you a clear, biblical answer.

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