Differing Things

What Does the Bible Teach About Religious Freedom?

How important is religious freedom to a free society? Is religious liberty essential to the success and survival of the church? Is religious freedom even Biblical? Today's Differing Things Podcast looks at these very important questions.

”That I May Know Him”

One of the most powerful verses in all of Scripture is Philippians 3:10. It is divided by its main words and can be stated in its four phrases. 1.) The all-governing passion: "That I may know Him." 2.) The effectual power: "The power of His resurrection. 3.) The essential basis: "The fellowship of His sufferings." 4.) The progressive principle: "Conformed to His death." How do these phrases help us with our Christian life and identification in Christ? Do not forget to give us a like, and leave some thoughts for us!

Biblical Illiteracy and its Cost

Why are so many Christians illiterate about the Scriptures? In the west we have had religious freedom for a long time, and yet our freedom has turned to illiteracy. What impact does this have on our Christian life, and why is it so important?

The Secret of the Evangel or The Mystery of the Gospel

What does the Greek word mustērion mean? Our English Bibles typically render this word as "mystery," or "secret." What does the Greek word euaggelion mean? Our English Bibles typically render it as "gospel," "evangel," or "good news." How does our understanding of these words impact the preaching of the cross? Is prophecy about the cross the same as the preaching of the cross, or are they different things? Christianity has allowed biases and misunderstanding to overwhelm it; with the result being many Christians cannot tell anyone with clarity what the "gospel" is! So, what exactly does the Apostle Paul mean when he says: "the secret of the evangel?" As a believer it is crucial to understand these words, and the significance they hold for all of humanity!

The United States is Following Israel’s Path

The book of Judges is not just a book about individual stories, but a book about Israel's repeated rebellion against God. The more an individual reads and studies this book the more one can see ancient Israel foreshadowing the modern United States of America. Both had great opportunity to be a great vessel for God's Word to go forth, yet both chose a different path. How does the book of Judges relate to America today?

The Peace Offering

The Peace Offering of Leviticus remains an enigma to the vast majority of Christians. It is a very complex, yet profound offering that tells us much about our Savior and humanity's relationship with Him. It is crucial for a believer to understand this offering to appreciate what it means to have peace with God.

Crucified With Christ

What does the Apostle Paul mean when he says, "I am crucified with Christ?" What are the ramifications of being "crucified with Christ?" The Apostle Paul has much to say about this topic in his Galatian epistle. Our host Bill Petri will look at this very profound teaching, and its ramifications to humanity.

What Does it Mean to be Born Again?

Christians throughout the west talk about being born again. Jesus in John chapter 3 talked about being born again? What does it actually mean to be born again? How are we in the 21st century to understand this concept? Does it even apply to us? Join us as we examine this very important topic.

Three Great Realms and the Secret

Recently our host Bill Petri spoke at a Bible Conference in Northeast Ohio. At that conference our dear friend and brother Phil Scranton did a message that so impressed our host he wanted to share it with you, our listeners! While reading through the first chapter of Genesis the reader is introduced to three different realms. Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ is the only person to have been a citizen of these three realms, why? What is the significance?

A Conversation

Today's special guest Ulric Petri joins our host, Bill Petri, to discuss several Bible topics. Some of the topics are collectivism versus individualism, The Book of Ruth, how a soulish Christian remains a child and several other topics. It is a fascinating discussion that allows the listeners to listen in on what a true discussion of the Scriptures looks like.