The Plain Gospel Talk

Join evangelist Matt Tison for an journey through the book of 1 Corinthians. In this series, we’ll explore the inspired teachings of the apostle Paul, examine the challenges facing the church in Corinth, and discover timeless biblical principles that remain just as relevant today. From division and immorality to marriage, worship, and Christian unity, each study seeks to deepen our understanding of God's Word and equip us to apply its truths in our personal lives and local congregations. Our goal is simple: to better understand God's will, strengthen our faith, and glorify Him in all that we do.

In this episode, we examine what the Bible really teaches about alcohol. Many people assume Scripture allows drinking as long as one avoids drunkenness, but a closer look raises important questions. Did Jesus turn water into alcoholic wine at Cana? What does the Bible mean when it uses the word “wine”? And what was the “fruit of the vine” used in the Lord’s Supper? By studying key passages from both the Old and New Testaments, we explore the Bible’s warnings about alcohol and consider why many Christians choose to abstain altogether. Join us as we take a quick look to Scripture for clarity on this often misunderstood topic.

The gospel didn’t start in Matthew 1, and believe it or not, it didn’t even begin at the cross. In this episode, we trace God’s story from eternity to Calvary, outlining His holiness, our sin, the blood trail through Scripture, and why Jesus had to die and rise again. For many, this is more than just information; it's a confrontation. When it comes to Jesus, neutrality is not an option.

Thanks for tuning in for episode three of The Plain Gospel Talk — where Scripture has the final word.

In a world full of religious noise and endless opinions, the simple, powerful message of the gospel often gets buried. That’s why I created The Plain Gospel Talk—a place where Scripture has the final word.

In this very first episode, Back to the Plain Gospel, I’ll share a little about who I am, why this podcast exists, and what it means to cut through confusion and return to the Bible as our sole authority.

Together we’ll explore:

✅ Why the Bible is inspired, sufficient, and final in authority (2 Timothy 3:16–17; John 17:17).

✅ How biblical authority is established in the New Testament.

✅ What the simple gospel truly is—Christ’s death, burial, and resurrection (1 Corinthians 15:1–4).

✅ Why we must resist human traditions and get back to the foundation of our faith.

Subscribe, share, and join me each episode as we go back to the Bible—plain, simple, powerful.

In this preview of The Plain Gospel Talk, host Matt Tison shares the heart behind the podcast and why it’s time to return to the gospel exactly as God gave it. In a world full of religious confusion, the Bible’s simple, powerful message still saves — and here on this show, Scripture will always have the final word.