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References:

(1) In regard to fulfilled prophecies 2 scientists Peter Stoner and Robert Newman computed the probability that 8 of these prophecies concerning Jesus being fulfilled by one person is 1 in 10^17.  That is 1 divided by 1 followed by 17 zeroes.

(2) Fulfilling 8 prophecies would be like covering the entire state of Texas in silver dollars 2 feet deep with only one silver dollar having a red dot on it. That is placed randomly in the pile of silver dollars.  Blindfold a man and tell him that he can travel across the state as far as he wishes and he must pick up in one try the silver dollar with the red dot on it.

(3) What chance would he have in picking the right one? That is exactly the same chance that the prophets would have had at writing 8 prophecies and have all of them come true in one person,  namely, 1 in 10^17. In fact, Jesus didn’t fulfill 8 prophecies; rather He fulfilled 300 of them. That probability is 1 in 10^637. That kind of objective proof should remove any doubts of the Bible’s trustworthiness.

(4) The Bible’s unity is amazingly powerful.

(5) Two of the 4 Gospels of the NT were written by Matthew and John who were both eyewitness. Luke, the author of the gospel of Luke and the Acts of the Apostles, was not an eyewitness, but he interviewed eyewitnesses (Luke 1:1-4). Mark’s Gospel was written by John Mark and records the eyewitness recollections of the apostle Peter.

These eyewitnesses would have known the details and therefore would have been able to authenicate or deny what the documents wrote. Since there was NO SUCH DENIAL, then the details the gospels were describing the TRUE FACTS.

(6) Now I wish to turn our attention to J. Warner Wallace’s argument that the 4 Gospels are reliable documents. Thus, it will follow that all the documents of the NT are reliable.

(7) Wallace gives 4 reasons to support why the NT Gospels are reliable: They Were Written Early; The Gospels Are Corroborated by archaeology, eyewitnesses, and extra-biblical writings.

(8) Baucham made this important comment, “The NT is a RELIABLE COLLECTION of historical documents, written by EYEWITNESSES during the LIFETIME of other eyewitnesses. They report SUPERNATURAL EVENTS that took place in fulfillment of SPECIFIC PROPHESIES, and claim that their writings are DIVINE rather than human in origin.”

(9) Baucham’s comment has been opposed, but I know of no counter-argument to his claims that have been offered. Thus, his comment stands.

This is episode 252.

Cornelius was a man who loved God, loved to pray, and loved to give. Then an angel came to him.

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The angel delivered a very interesting message to Cornelius.

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Cornelius was a centurion.

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Have you ever wondered if your prayers were even getting past the ceiling?

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Cornelius encountered an angel.

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Overcoming Tragedy: How Faith Unlocked Healing and Favor

Join Bobbie Agee and Melinda Carroll as they welcome Katrina Enzor, a woman with a truly miraculous survival story. Katrina details the horrific night 29 years ago when she was shot five times at close range—bullets that were intended for someone else. Doctors predicted a life bound to a walker and an unusable left arm, but Katrina stood on God’s promises. This powerful interview delves into her journey from the brink of death to living a life marked by God’s tangible favor, overcoming bitterness, and the crucial spiritual necessity of choosing to forgive.

The hosts explore the key moments that shaped Katrina's victory:

-- The amazing way Bobbie met Katrina, sensing a Holy Spirit directive for this interview.

-- The astonishing fact that Katrina's two-and-a-half-year-old daughter was with her and gave a detailed description of the shooter to the police.

-- The promise Katrina made to God from her hospital bed: that if He renewed her and allowed her to walk out, she would serve Him for the rest of her life.

-- The spiritual warfare against fear and how unforgiveness keeps people bound from receiving God's blessings.

-- The phenomenal favor God showed Katrina after her recovery, including blessing her with a successful private senior care and nursing business.

-- The truth that you cannot wait to forgive until you feel like it; forgiveness is a choice that frees you to move forward.

Scriptures for Further Study

-- Psalms 34:18 (Implied: Nearness to the brokenhearted)

-- Isaiah 53:5 (By His stripes you are healed)

-- 2 Timothy 1:7 (God has not given us the spirit of fear)

-- John 10:10 (The devil comes to steal, kill, and destroy)

Television program initially aired March 5, 2019.

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[verse 1]

Shabbat Shalom, O Lord Thou art,

our God and King, Whose loving heart;

hath given us our daily bread,

brought life to us, who once wert dead.

Shabbat Shalom, let us rejoice,

in Thee with praise, we lift our voice;

in joyful jubilation song,

Thou art our mighty anthem strong!

[chorus]

Shalom! Shalom! We joy in Thee,

O Yeshua, with shouts of glee;

Thou art our Jireh, Rapha and,

the Cornerstone on Whom we stand.

(The Cornerstone on Whom we stand.)

[verse 2]

Shabbat Shalom, Thou sovereign Son,

of Yah Who hath the vict'ry won;

didst conquer sin, hell, death and grave,

Who wouldest now the sinner save.

Shabbat Shalom, let all now fear,

Thy holy name and e'er draw near;

to Thee our Sovereign Savior, Friend,

Whose tender mercies never end.

[chorus]

Shalom! Shalom! We joy in Thee,

O Yeshua, with shouts of glee;

Thou art our Jireh, Rapha and,

the Cornerstone on Whom we stand.

(The Cornerstone on Whom we stand.)

Shabbat Shalom, Amen!

Shabbat Shalom, Amen!

Shabbat Shalom, Amen!

Since the dawn of time, God has had chosen people through whom He worked His purposes in the world. The godly line, for example, can be traced from Seth to Christ in the Old Testament. In particular, God created a nation from the loins of Abraham constituting His chosen people in that dispensation. They were separated from all other nations of the earth, selected by God for service in His plan to redeem the fallen human race. When Moses gave them the law to govern them in Exodus through Deuteronomy, he used the word "holy" more than 200 times. They were not, however, always a holy people. They lost their identity as the people of God. In the same way, the church constitutes the people of God today and we are called to be a holy people. Is the church maintaining its peculiarity and identity today?

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The Providential Path: R.D. Fierro's Journey of Faith, Service, and Storytelling

Join Pastor Jack King as he delves into the extraordinary life of R.D. Fierro, a man whose journey spans continents, careers, and a deepening walk with God. This episode offers a captivating narrative of how God orchestrates every detail, even in the most unexpected turns.

-- R.D. Fierro recounts his unique upbringing as an "Army brat," experiencing pivotal historical moments like the Cuban Missile Crisis from a firsthand perspective in Cold War Berlin.

-- Hear about his rigorous time at West Point, his military service, and the decision to transition into a career in civil engineering and state government in Florida.

-- Discover the inspiring love story of R.D. and his wife, celebrating over 50 years of marriage, a relationship that blossomed from high school acquaintances to a lifelong partnership.

-- Learn about Fierro's unexpected foray into politics, working on Governor Bob Martinez's campaign, and how this led him to Tallahassee.

-- Explore the profound impact of Ken Connor, former president of Florida Right to Life and the Family Research Council, on Fierro's Christian development during their time together on a gubernatorial campaign.

-- Uncover the divine "misdelivery" of a letter that connected Fierro with Jim Toohey, leading to a significant role in state human services, further illustrating God's providence.

-- The conversation culminates in the founding of Crystal Sea Books, Fierro's independent Christian publishing business, where he writes Christian allegories like "Doors of Destiny" and "Prodigals Advocate" with his wife as his invaluable editor and story consultant.

-- Gain insight into Fierro's unique creative process for writing stories, often found while working in his yard, and the origin of his first Christmas epic poem.

This is episode 1252.

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