The Deep Dive with Collin Skipper

Many Bibles include a note stating that the earliest manuscripts do not contain the story of the woman caught in adultery. What are Christians supposed to do with that? Does it undermine confidence in Scripture? How did the New Testament come to us in the first place? In this episode, we explore the doctrines of inspiration and preservation, explain how textual criticism works, and examine the evidence surrounding John 7:5-–8:11. We then consider what this famous story teaches us about sin, mercy, and the grace of Jesus.

As we get ready to start our study on the prophecy of Habakkuk, take this opportunity to get caught up on the Who, What, Where, When, and Why of the book.

Prayer takes many forms—written, extemporaneous, silent, corporate, intercessory, and even lament. In this episode, Pastor Collin explores each of these, showing their biblical foundations, historical examples, and practical benefits. Learn how these different expressions of prayer can work together to deepen your communion with God.

Is Jesus warning us against repetition in prayer—or against something deeper? In this episode, we explore what “vain repetition” really means, why the problem is the vain part, not the repetition, and how both written and extemporaneous prayers can fall into the same trap. 

What is sin? The Lord's Prayer helps us to name and confess our sins with clarity and receive the forgiveness and mercy of God with confidence. Let's talk about the depth of meaning in these two terms for sin: debts and trespasses.

Does the Holy Spirit still give the gifts of tongues and prophecy? Collin unpacks the continuationist viewpoint and offers his critique. Sign up for the spiritual gifts workshop on June 1! https://linktr.ee/southsidespokane

Have the miraculous gifts of the Spirit ceased? Collin gives his best explanation of cessationism and explains why he isn't in that camp. 

Do you struggle with what happens at the communion table? Join the club! This is a mysterious and controversial topic, but one that is worthy of our study and attention! In this episode, Collin surveys the dominant views of communion and weighs them according to what the Bible has to say. 1 Corinthians 10, 11; Mark 14; Matthew 26; Luke 22; John 6

Let's take a closer look at Sunday's controversial and difficult passage. What is Paul up to in these verses?

Psalm 23 provides us with a diagnostic tool to help us discern whether we know Jesus in the way he calls us to: as sheep know a Good Shepherd (Jn 10). Discover whether Jesus is your shepherd and how to grow in being shepherded by him on this episode of the Deep Dive!