Scripture in Black and White

Can Christians trust artificial intelligence for Bible study, sermon preparation, or spiritual guidance?  Go deeper with a RENEW.org article on generative AI in ministry: https://renew.org/should-we-use-generative-ai-chatbots-for-ministry/ Artificial intelligence is becoming part of everyday church ministry. Pastors are using tools like ChatGPT for biblical research, sermon preparation, and genera...

Should church leaders use generative AI? Explore the debate over AI in ministry, sermon preparation, and the habits that shape disciples. Read Doug Smith’s related article: https://renew.org/should-we-use-generative-ai-chatbots-for-ministry/ Doug Smith and Wes Woodell join moderators Anthony Walker and Daniel McCoy to discuss whether generative artificial intelligence belongs in Christian ministry...

Should Christians celebrate Halloween? Explore biblical arguments about Christian freedom and how Halloween traditions shape children’s faith. Read Daniel McCoy’s related article: https://renew.org/should-a-christian-celebrate-halloween/ Renée Sproles and Josh Branham join moderators Anthony Walker and Daniel McCoy to discuss whether Christians should celebrate Halloween. This episode of Scripture...

Should pastors connect biblical teaching to political positions and politicians? Explore two perspectives on preaching and Christian political engagement. Go deeper with this related RENEW.org article on preaching politics:  https://renew.org/preaching-politics-6-thoughts-from-the-book-of-daniel/ Tom Steele and Michael Demastus join moderators Daniel McCoy and Anthony Walker for Season 7, Episode...

The New Perspective on Paul challenges how Christians read Romans, Galatians, justification, and works. John Whittaker and Bob Turner examine its strengths and weaknesses. Explore what it means to be Protestant and always reforming: https://renew.org/what-it-means-to-be-protestant/ John Whittaker and Bob Turner join moderators Daniel McCoy and Anthony Walker on this episode of Scripture in Black a...

House churches and traditional churches offer different strengths and risks for disciple making. Matt Dabbs and Jordan Arnold examine both models. Learn how churches can align leaders around disciple making: https://renew.org/leadership-alignment-training-for-disciple-making/ This conversation continues the discussion of house churches and traditional churches. Anthony Walker and Daniel McCoy mode...

Are House Churches More Biblical? Matt Dabbs and Jordan Arnold discuss what the New Testament says about house churches, larger gatherings, and making disciples. Want to become a disciple making church, learn more about RENEW.org's Leadership Alignment Training for churches -- https://renew.org/leadership-alignment-training-for-disciple-making/    

Is speaking in tongues a real human language, a private prayer language, or a spiritual gift the church no longer needs?  Explore a biblical approach to the gifts of the Spirit https://renew.org/gifts-of-the-spirit/ In Season 7, Episode 5 of Scripture in Black and White, hosts Anthony Walker and Daniel McCoy sit down with David Young, academic dean of RENEW University, for a format they have never...

Does the Bible clearly teach a young earth, or is there room for an old earth reading of Genesis 1?  Explore more content at RENEW.org: https://renew.org/ Hosts Anthony Walker and Daniel moderate a frank conversation between Jeff Randleman (young-earth perspective) and Ben Stroup (old-earth perspective) about whether Genesis 1 clearly teaches a young earth. They explore scriptural language, the me...

Hosts Anthony and Daniel sit down with Jason Ishmael and Brett Kays to debate whether multi‑site churches are a healthy path for growth. The conversation weighs biblical eldership, practical leadership challenges, and the impact on church planting, especially in under‑resourced rural areas. The episode explores real‑world fears and case studies, including when to launch, release, or subsidize camp...

Does the modern nation of Israel still have a role in Bible prophecy, or have God’s promises to Israel been completely fulfilled in Jesus? Read the article, “Does God Still Have a Plan for Israel?” https://renew.org/does-god-still-have-a-plan-for-israel/ In this episode of Scripture in Black and White, Bobby Harrington and John Whittaker discuss one of the most debated theological questions in the...

How should Christians engage in politics? Is "Christian Nationalism" a legitimate threat OR a boogeyman used to keep Christians out of the public square? David Young VS Paul Huyghebaert Learn more about this topic at RENEW.org: https://renew.org/ Welcome to a new season on Scripture in Black and White. Where we examining the hard topics through a biblical lens, bringing multiple perspectives, and...

Get the book Baptism According to Scripture: A Clear, Short, and Unfiltered Guide -- https://a.co/d/9htbUnm Unpacking Baptism with Dr. Bobby Harrington. Join Wes and Dr. Bobby Harrington as they dive deep into the biblical and theological significance of baptism in this enriching podcast episode. Dr. Harrington, a key figure in church planting and disciple-making movements, shares his life story i...

Empowering Disciple Makers: Dr. Carl Williamson on Multiplying Faith In this episode, Dr. Carl Williamson shares his unique approach to disciple making, which involves creating small, closely-knit disciple making groups. Born into a missionary family, Dr. Williamson's experiences in Sweden and New Jersey have shaped his passion for spreading the teachings of Jesus. He discusses the importance of a...

In a time of deep polarization, cultural uncertainty, and spiritual drift, Os Guinness stands out as one of the most insightful voices to guide us through the challenges of our day. At RENEW.org, our mission is to renew the teachings of Jesus to fuel disciple making. We believe Dr. Guinness offers the kind of wisdom most needed for our mission in such a time as this. Os Guinness is an internationa...

Baptism According to Scripture: A Discussion  Get the Book: https://www.collegepress.com/products/baptism-according-to-scripture-a-clear-short-and-unfiltered-guide?_pos=2&_sid=701e2f26e&_ss=r    In this episode, Bobby Harrington leads a meaningful conversation about the significance and doctrinal importance of baptism with prominent church leaders, including Jerry Harris, Gary Johnson, Kar...

In this episode of 'Scripture in Black and White,' hosts Anthony Walker and Bobby Harrington discuss the concept of demonization versus possession in Christian theology. They explore biblical references, historical context, and personal experiences to distinguish between being demon-possessed and being harassed by demonic influences. Bobby shares his journey from a cessationist belief to encounter...

Understanding Demonic Influence in Our Lives | Scripture in Black and White In this episode of 'Scripture in Black and White,' Anthony Walker and Bobby Harrington dive deep into the topic of demonic influence, discussing how demons and evil spirits interact with the world and people, including Christians. They explore biblical teachings on the presence and influence of demons, how they can attach...

Understanding Speaking in Tongues - Scriptural Perspectives | Scripture in Black and White In this episode of Scripture in Black and White, hosts Anthony Walker and Bobby Harrington continue their discussion on speaking in tongues, exploring the various theological perspectives and interpretations within Christianity. They examine 1 Corinthians 13 and 14 to understand Paul's teachings and how they...

Speaking in Tongues: A Biblical Perspective In this episode of Scripture in Black and White, hosts Anthony Walker and Bobby Harrington go into the topic of speaking in tongues. They discuss their personal experiences, various Christian viewpoints, and the biblical basis for this spiritual gift. The conversation covers key passages from Acts 2 and 1 Corinthians 12, emphasizing the importance of und...

Check out RENEW.org: https://renew.org/ Transforming Your Life: Aligning with the Spirit | Scripture in Black and White Join Anthony Walker and Bobby Harrington in this enlightening episode of 'Scripture in Black and White,' where they explore the central goal of the Christian life: becoming like Jesus. Diving into passages from Ephesians, 2 Corinthians, and Galatians, they discuss how the Holy Sp...

Discerning the Voice of God in a Confusing World | Scripture in Black and White In this episode of Scripture in Black and White, hosts Anthony Walker and Bobby Harrington dive into the topic of discerning the voice of the Holy Spirit amidst the other conflicting voices we encounter. They discuss the biblical importance of testing spirits, drawing from 1 John 4 and 1 Thessalonians 5, as well as the...

Walking in the Spirit: Practical Steps to Spiritual Growth | Scripture in Black and White In this episode of 'Scripture in Black and White,' hosts Anthony and Bobby explore how scripture's teachings unify different backgrounds and emphasize the significance of spiritual disciplines in our daily lives. They reflect on passages from Luke, Timothy, and Galatians, highlighting the importance of a pers...

Understanding the Holy Spirit's Role in Our Lives | Scripture in Black and White In this episode of 'Scripture in Black and White,' Anthony Walker and Bobby Harrington dive deep into understanding the Holy Spirit's role in both believers and non-believers. They start with light-hearted banter about May 2nd, leading to an in-depth discussion on the spiritual realm, the Holy Spirit's work in convict...

Understanding the Holy Spirit's Role in Convicting Non-Believers In this episode of Scripture in Black and White, hosts Anthony Walker and Bobby Harrington dive into the role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of non-believers. They discuss how the Holy Spirit works to lead non-believers to faith in Christ and eventually takes up residence within them. Drawing from Scripture such as Romans 8, 2 Corin...