GotQuestions.org Podcast

Conversation probes whether recent Iran-related violence aligns with biblical prophecy. They explain ancient Persia references and why modern Iran is not clearly named. The hosts weigh Ezekiel 38 comparisons and argue current events do not neatly match prophecy. They urge avoiding panic, discuss political and prayerful responses, and emphasize staying focused on gospel mission rather than timeline speculation.

A lively tour of Deuteronomy’s purpose as Moses’ second law lecture before entering Canaan. They tackle the Shema and how Hebrew unity can fit a Trinitarian reading. Listeners hear why laws were categorized and how Old Covenant principles inform Christians today. The discussion also covers the promised prophet, rules against religious mixing, and tricky passages like Deuteronomy 22:28–29.

They unpack why the book of Numbers is more than census lists and how its structure frames Israel's wilderness journey. They revisit the twelve spies, Israel's fear, and the 40 years of wandering. They recount Korah's rebellion and leadership lessons. They retell the bronze serpent, Balaam and the talking donkey, and why Moses could not enter the promised land.

A lively dive into why Leviticus still matters for theology, history, and law. They unpack Nadab and Abihu’s fate and what it shows about holiness. The discussion covers Leviticus on sexuality, ancient animal categories and translation quirks, cleanliness rules as practical health guidance, separation laws as identity markers, and severe penalties in historical context.

Jeff, managing editor of BibleRef.com who helps explain Scripture, dives into pressing Exodus questions. He unpacks why Exodus’ structure and laws matter. He discusses the Ten Commandments, Sabbath practice, God’s jealousy, slavery laws, the golden calf, manna, and the Sabbath-wood incident. Short, clear takes on why these issues came up and how they shaped Israel.

Listeners hear discussions about strange passages in Exodus and the cultural context behind Zipporah's shocking act. They explore Pharaoh's infanticide, the midwives' defiance, and whether deception can be morally justified to save lives. Conversation covers the ten plagues as messages to Egyptian gods, debates over hardening of Pharaoh's heart, and the moral complexity of divine judgment and deliverance.

They dive into debates over exact pronunciations of God's name and Jesus and why some groups insist on specific forms. They trace historical sound shifts from Hebrew to Greek and Latin that produced modern names. They explore how transliteration created versions like Jehovah and Jesus. They debate whether correct pronunciation matters for faith and warn against legalism over words.

What does the Bible say about civil disobedience? Under what circumstances is a Christian allowed to disobey the government? When should Christians rise up and oppose the government?

Why are questions about the book of Genesis so popular in January, and why? What are some of the most frequently asked questions about the book of Genesis?

Why are questions about the book of Genesis so popular in January? What are the most frequently asked questions about the book of Genesis?