Battlefield Theologian

Here is a breakdown of the recent He Gets Us Super Bowl commercial that was aired. The issues with this entire organization are many, and the deceitfulness is prevalent throughout all of this organizations goals and ambitions. In this episode Ethan breaks down the ideological issues within the commercial and the campaign. Then the narrative of Jesus washing the disciples feet in the upper room from John 13, which is what the entire commercial is based around. **Verse References from the show** Rather Jesus came as a selfless sacrifice for the sins of His people (Is. 53:4-6,10-12; Eph. 5:2; Heb. 9:26; 10:12)   Jesus humbled Himself to the point of death, death on a cross (Phil.2:8) Peter needed to accept the fact that Jesus would be humiliated in this manner of execution.    Additionally, this washing and Jesus’s words also mean that ONLY those who are cleansed (washed) by Him would have a saving relationship with Him.    Washing was a biblical metaphor for a spiritual cleansing (Num.19:17-19; Zech.13:1; Acts 22:16; 1 Cor. 6:11)   And only those who place their faith in Jesus as the Lord of their life and confess their sins are cleansed by Him. (john 15:3; 1 John 1:7-9)  

Many Christians struggle in the Christian life as it relates to their past sins prior to conversion following them into their Christian walk. Additionally, many Christians believe that when they repent they must continue to "act" or "live" a certain way that demonstrates they still feel guilty over their sin. This is when sin becomes the identity for so many individuals as they allow the past sin to dominate their current walk. When we sin we feel guilty over our sin, but that is meant to lead us to repentance. Upon repentance, we move on, because Christ has forgiven us, and we should fight against returning back to that sin. However, we must not allow that sin that we have confessed and repented of to come back to dictate our thoughts and actions. In this episode, I am joined by theologian R.C. Sproul as we discuss this issue that many are dealing with. In this episode, I reference one of R.C.'s blog articles that gave us the subject in dealing with this topic which you can find here. If you wish to connect with R.C. or find his resources here are some ways: Website- https://rcsprouljr.com/ Twitter- rcsprouljr Podcast- Jesus Changes Everything https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-changes-everything/id1473992920

The question we will be answering in this podcast is, do we need parachurch organizations? If so, to what end? What is the purpose of these entities and when if at all should local churches use them? Additionally, we look at the conferences some of these organizations and ask the question are they beneficial or detrimental specifically, with some of the speakers they platform. Many of these orginizations such as The Gospel Coalition start out doctrinally sound; however, several of the speakers they platform have questionable theological beliefs. We will highlight one such speaker Ann Voskamp with a brief review of her book "One Thousand Gifts" and the theological errors and false teaching that is baked within.

In this podcast Ethan answers several questions concerning what to look for in a church, what makes a church healthy, and what to look for in a pastor. This is a question many have asked, and it seems as though it is increasingly becoming difficult to find a church that prioritizes expositional preaching. The source for the majority of this podcast comes from the Expositor publication put out by Steven Lawson's One Passion Ministries. If you would like more information concerning what is expository preaching, check out the website linked above.

I created this for families to use to help teach their children the essential truths of Scripture. Listen to this as you drive, work around the house, or turn it on for your children at bedtime. A question I often receive is, "Why should we memorize or use the shorter catechism in discipleship?" First, the Shorter Catechism gives us categories with which to understand Christian doctrine. False teaching abounds in this world. As children grow up and face challenges to their faith in college, few things will prepare them as well as a simple knowledge of the Catechism. Second, the Catechism focuses on content. We live in an age in which doctrine is frowned upon and experience exalted. This misplaced emphasis has cut the church loose from its moorings in Scripture. The Catechism reminds us that our beliefs should shape our attitudes and actions, and not vice-versa. Third, the Catechism is radically God-centered. From the very first answer, which says that “man’s chief end is to glorify God and enjoy him forever,” the Catechism focuses our eyes on God. It consistently teaches that the Christian life is a God-centered life. Fourth, the Shorter Catechism challenges parents and children to grow together in their understanding of God’s Word. Is it sometimes hard to discuss spiritual things within your family? Few things promote this better than learning the Catechism! Even though children might not fully understand the meaning of everything they memorize, it challenges them to grow in their knowledge and gives parents the opportunity to explain biblical truth to their children. The answer for why the catechism is taken from William Beveridge's article found here.

I created this episode to be something you can revisit, listen to, and use during your drive or while doing activities. There is so much wisdom in this Proverb; the more you listen to it and meditate on it, the more you learn and grow.

Have you ever asked yourself why we do certain non-Scriptural practices at church? Such as different events and ministry priorities?   In a world where spirituality and ideology are often intertwined, we bravely ask how Cultural Marxism has crept into our religious organizations, influencing our views on morality and the truth. What effects do these subtle impacts have on how we pray, understand the Bible, and interact with the world?   "Unveiling Ideological Subversion" encourages thoughtful conversations about the shifting religious landscape, from the reinterpretation of traditional doctrines to the influence of social justice movements on the Gospel message.   In this episode, I refer to an article from former KGB spy Yuri Bezmenov (also known as Tomas Schuman) in the mid-1980s.   You can find the article here.

In this podcast, Ethan Jago interviews Dale Partridge on his recently published podcast titled “Should Women Teach Theology?” If you haven’t listened to that podcast, I encourage you to listen to it first for further clarity concerning the items Ethan & Dale discuss.    In this podcast, Ethan and Dale define their different views on the role of women. Ethan a complementarian, and Dale biblical patriarchy. This episode is not arguing for or against either of these two views. The focus of this podcast is for additional clarification on the practical application and what women are allowed to learn, teach, and do within the church. The focus primarily centers around answering the question, can women teach theology to other women?    Depending on your views, Dale & Ethan encourage everyone to search Scripture and use it in the proper hermeneutical framework and application.    To listen to Dale’s podcast that we are referring to, you can listen here:   Part 1   Part 2 Part 3 To visit Dale and his ministry of Relearn. You can click the following links for more information.   Relearn   Twitter   Instagram 

Unless you are living under a rock, there is a tremendous amount of controversy within the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) concerning this issue. The SBC meets June 13-14, 2023, and one of the resolutions proposed by Tom Ascol you can read here. It is regarding the office of the pastor/elder and if women are able, according to Scripture fulfill this office. The question is not about ability, but it is biblical. In this episode, I unpack the necessary systematics and hermeneutical understanding to arrive at a biblical answer concerning this question. There have been many who have written and addressed this subject far superior to myself; however, I have had several of the members at my church 5 Bridges in Panama City Beach as me to wade into the water to assist them in how to process all of the information. I pray this helps bring some form of clarity or helps you process several items concerning interpreting the Bible.

Garrett Unclebach, a former Navy SEAL and creator of 'The Impossible Life,' shares his insights on developing a warrior mindset rooted in biblical principles. He discusses the importance of identity and purpose, drawing from personal experiences in military training and family leadership. Topics include the urgency of genuine masculinity, embracing sacrifice within relationships, and the significance of daily resolutions for personal growth. Garrett emphasizes the need for men to actively engage in spiritual leadership and community involvement for a more meaningful life.