The Universe Next Door

By Nick ShalnaReligion & Spirituality Christianity

The Universe Next Door episodes

March 05, 2024 Why Does Jesus Say ’You are gods’?
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What is going on in Psalm 82 when "Elohim" judges the "Elohim"? Is the intended meaning that God is judging a group of human leaders, or is there something much more significant in this chapter? Why does Jesus quote this passage to the Jews who are charging Him with blasphemy in John 10:35 before they try to kill Him? How do respected reformed scholars James White and John Piper interpret this passage and where does Nick Shalna disagree with them?

Send your questions to [email protected] for our Q&A on the last Friday of the month!

The Divine Council and the Significance of 70:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14285820-the-divine-council-and-the-significance-of-70

Understanding the Divine Council Worldview:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12196148-the-view-that-changed-the-way-i-read-my-bible-divine-council-worldview

Understanding the Names of God:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11648324-why-do-the-names-of-god-matter-elohim-yahweh-son-of-man
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39 min
February 28, 2024 Were Stars Viewed as Angels in the Bible?
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It's common for us to read our modern scientific findings into the text of the Bible, but what did the ancient Israelites actually believe about cosmology and the formation of the earth? Did they believe the stars were fiery gas balls millions of miles away, or did they believe they were divine beings? How would a view of a smaller and more compact universe affect the way they looked at culture and meaning? If they had something wrong about science, does that diminish the view of inspiration and inerrancy?

Thursday night event details at Mosaic church NPR:
https://mosaicnpr.org/

Send your questions now to [email protected] for our Q&A on the last Friday of March!

John Walton's book referenced:
https://www.amazon.com/Ancient-Near-Eastern-Thought-Testament/dp/1540960218/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3FZT9D45OTYOD&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.OVLl2mCXEzVtStapEKBHmdMpQJXV8CscqjC7CyTyc_9va8b1-wMRm13afT8aG6NQCl7EwOaTnBvnnNi-yUPojz7hdhQJ_WiS-S9NrymNla6hLDc1QyJllrwSp0M-RPGErMeuPwz-cGJplbDakF5bfycfXZNyc6jDf7BWx0gLjZFydU0TaxXq6oGmkJRgkBDtM59SykWSa83yeVwkeSjDR1g9c4nWOzJ0MAZrHohhPvg.UBxgLEuUAtIzlEd9GuOD70gYmTPh9vDLLGl0sQGR7S4&dib_tag=se&keywords=john+walton+ancient+near+eastern+thought&qid=1709149795&sprefix=john+w%2Caps%2C2286&sr=8-1

The Divine Council Worldview:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14285820-the-divine-council-and-the-significance-of-70
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38 min
February 27, 2024 Former-Psychic Interview Coming Tomorrow
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The interview with Jenn Nizza, a former psychic now a Christian believer, will be released tomorrow afternoon!
Are Tarot card readings real? Do psychics get their knowledge from demonic forces or are they experts at deception? What about crystals and Oijuia boards? Does demonic possession still exist and are witchcraft spells real?

In the meantime, check out our most recent episode:

https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14562976-q-a-original-sin-slavery-trump-morality-war-in-heaven
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2 min
February 23, 2024 Q&A: Original Sin, Slavery, Trump, Morality, War in Heaven
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Check out this month's Q&A and send in your question for next month to [email protected]

Episodes Referenced:

Child Damnation:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14452724-the-age-old-debate-of-child-damnation-needs-to-end

How Original is Original Sin?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13921635-how-original-is-original-sin-and-is-mary-divine

Why Romans 9 is so Highly Debated:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/12809463-why-romans-9-is-so-highly-debated-romans-9-11-series

Is Jesus the Visible God in the Old Testament?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11524197-is-jesus-the-visible-god-in-the-old-testament-colossians-1-15
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42 min
February 20, 2024 I Dug Further Into the ’He Gets Us’ Campaign
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At this point, nearly everyone has seen the famous "He Gets Us" Superbowl ad. In fact, it was probably viewed by over 130 million people. But why has there been so much backlash? Upon further research of the organization, are there some clues that lead to concern? Join Nick Shalna as he digs further into the beliefs and statements of the "He Gets Us" organization and you may be left with less guessing.

Send your Questions now to [email protected] for our Q&A that'll be released this Friday at 5 pm!

Sources:
https://hegetsus.com/en

Make sure to check out Translations of the Wokish:
https://newdiscourses.com/tftw-inclusion/

Do Christians Indoctrinate Their Children?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14498126-do-christians-indoctrinate-their-children-and-is-it-abuse
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34 min
February 16, 2024 More Inconsistencies with Original Sin and Infant Damnation
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Check out this follow-up to the recent episode on infant damnation and original guilt.
If Jesus is truly human, how can we say He isn't born with original sin? Does "all mean all" when it comes to people sinning? Are we responsible for our own condemnation or are we guilty of the sin of Adam?

Send your questions or disagreements to [email protected] for our Q&A that will be released on Friday, February 23!

The Age-Old Debate of Child Damnation Needs to End:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/14452724-the-age-old-debate-of-child-damnation-needs-to-end

How Original is Original Sin?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13921635-how-original-is-original-sin-and-is-mary-divine
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18 min
February 13, 2024 Do Christians Indoctrinate Their Children? (And is it Abuse?)
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What does it actually mean to indoctrinate? Does the Bible encourage abuse of children and shame those who ask questions? Are those who are raised in Christianity taught to avoid critical thinking? Is there any connection between mental health and church attendance? What should you do if you're struggling with your faith, or with anxiety and depression?

Send your questions now to [email protected] for our Q&A on Friday, Feb 23!

Video Nick responded to:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7HwSGXPKzw8&t=239s

Articles Referenced:
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32793951/

https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/press-releases/religious-upbringing-adult-health/#:~:text=Those%20who%20prayed%20or%20meditated,who%20never%20prayed%20or%20meditated

TUND Episode with Former Scientologist:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11097287-former-scientologist-thetans-john-travolta-demonic-influences-athena-dean-holtz
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46 min
February 06, 2024 The Age-Old Debate of Child Damnation Needs to End
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Why do so many believe that infants and children don't go to be with the Lord if they haven't acknowledged Christ? How does the commonly held view of original guilt play into this dilemma? Are there popular theological views that would be contradicted if it's suggested that children go to heaven? What do well-known historical church figures have to say about this topic? Join us to find truth and comfort on this crucial topic that is often (wrongly) confusing and disheartening for many

Send your questions to [email protected] now for our Q&A that'll be released on Friday, Feb 23!

References:
https://www.catholic.com/magazine/print-edition/let-the-children-come-to-me
https://catholiccourier.com/articles/purgatory-limbo-explained/
https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/library/baptism-10346
https://www.vatican.va/archive/ENG0015/_INDEX.HTM

TUND Episodes Related to this Topic:

How Original is Original Sin?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13921635-how-original-is-original-sin-and-is-mary-divine

The Reformation and the Catholic Church:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13883319-the-reformation-catholic-catechism-and-indulgences
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48 min
January 30, 2024 Thinking and Responding to the Growing Trans Movement | Alycia Wood
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Nick Shalna interviews Alycia Wood (Speaker at Apologetics Inc) on the topic of the trans movement and how to deal with it as Christians. Most of us wouldn't have a problem agreeing that a girl can't become a boy, but what about all of the minute details that come along with the issue? How do we respond to kids and adults identifying as another gender? What effects do puberty blockers and hormones have on people from a young age when used incorrectly? Why does there seem to be a large growing number of girls following this movement and wanting to change their gender?

Send your questions to [email protected] before our next Q&A on the last Friday of February!

Alycia's Article on Intersex:
https://apologetics.org/what-is-intersex-and-what-does-it-mean-for-the-transgender-conversation/

I Think Therefore I'm Trans (video):
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l94pcj2yBeE&t=333s

Irreversible Damage (Book):
https://www.amazon.com/Irreversible-Damage-Transgender-Seducing-Daughters/dp/168451228X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=ILL4XRXMHX01&keywords=irreversible+damage&qid=1706653194&sprefix=irrever%2Caps%2C2078&sr=8-1

Fighting Child Grooming with Billboard Chris:
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13700312-what-it-looks-like-to-fight-child-grooming-billboard-chris-defeating-defeatism-doom-and-groom
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1 hr 5 min
January 26, 2024 Q&A: Flat Earth, Canaanite Genocide, One-World Government, Baal
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Nick Shalna responds to questions from listeners ranging from topics such as flat earth to spiritual demonic influences.
Send your questions to [email protected] for our Q&A on the last Friday of February!

Episodes Mentioned:

How Original is Original Sin?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13921635-how-original-is-original-sin-and-is-mary-divine

Who Were the Nephilim?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/13026899-who-were-the-nephilim-the-beginning-of-sexual-transgression

Is Jesus the Visible God in the Old Testament?
https://theuniversenextdoor.buzzsprout.com/235413/11524197-is-jesus-the-visible-god-in-the-old-testament-colossians-1-15
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56 min

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The Universe Next Door is a program of Apologetics Inc. that seeks to answer your questions on the meaning of life, worldview, and the existence of God.