Tough Texts

In this episode of Tough Text, Scott Keith and Dan Price explore the parable of the persistent widow from Luke 18. They discuss the deeper meanings behind the parable, emphasizing the importance of persistence in prayer and the nature of God as a just judge compared to the unrighteous judge in the story. The conversation delves into the concepts of justice, righteousness, and the purpose of prayer...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Dan Price explore the complexities of interpreting parables, particularly focusing on the Dishonest Manager. They discuss the challenges of understanding Jesus' teachings, the nature of forgiveness, and the radical implications of grace. The conversation delves into the misunderstandings of the Pharisees and the contrast between transactional religio...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price discuss the relationship between circumcision and baptism in the context of Colossians 2:11-15. They explore the significance of circumcision as a mark of God's chosen people in the Old Testament and how Paul relates this to baptism. The conversation concludes by examining the inclusivity of baptism for everyone, especially childre...

Live from the North West Arkansas conference 2025, Scott Keith, Daniel Emery Price and special guest Bob Hiller dive into the complexities of James 2:14-16. They explore the controversial nature of James' teachings, especially in light of Paul's writings, and discuss the implications for Christian doctrine and assurance of salvation. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price explore the challenging biblical text of the Transfiguration of Jesus as described in Luke 9:28-36. They discuss the significance of this event, the implications of Jesus' dual nature as both fully God and fully man, and the presence of Moses and Elijah. The conversation dives into the voice of God affirming Jesus as His chosen one...

In this episode, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price explore the biblical account of Sodom and Gomorrah in Genesis 19:1-22. They focus on God's wrath, the negotiation between Abraham and God, Lot's reluctance to leave the city, and the consequences of pride. The discussion emphasizes the importance of intercession and the power of God's promises, drawing some parallels to contemporary issues of pri...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price look into the biblical narrative of Sodom and Gomorrah in Genesis 18:22-33.  They focus on Abraham's negotiation with God regarding the fate of the cities. The discussion explores themes of righteousness, mercy, and the nature of God's character, as well as the concept of Theophany and Christophany. The hosts reflect on the implica...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price five into 2 Peter 2:1-3, focusing on the themes of false teachers and heresy within the Christian faith. They explore the context of Peter's letter, the nature of heresy, and the implications of denying core Christian beliefs. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the distinction between heresy and heterodoxy,...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price explore the complex topic of apostasy, addressing the anxiety it causes among believers. They discuss the nature of departing from faith, the influence of deceitful teachings, and the dangers of cults that distort true Christianity. The conversation emphasizes the importance of placing faith solely in Christ and warns against addin...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Daniel Emery Price and Scott Keith take a look at Matthew 27:1-10, offering a nuanced perspective on a figure often vilified in Christian tradition. They dive into the complexities surrounding Judas Iscariot, exploring his motivations, the nature of his betrayal, and the implications of his actions. They discuss the misunderstandings surrounding Judas, his regret af...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Daniel Emery Price and Scott Keith explore the complexities of 1 Peter 4:1-6. They discuss the nature of suffering in Christ, the relationship between sin and baptism, and the implications of the gospel for those who have died. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding the context of biblical texts and the challenges of interpreting difficult passa...

In this episode of Tough Text, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price explore the peculiar story of the Sons of Sceva from Acts 19, discussing the miraculous acts performed by the apostles, the dangers of mimicking faith without true belief, and the implications of syncretism in the early church. The conversation highlights the importance of genuine faith in Jesus and the consequences of attempting to...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price look into the parable of the Sheep and the Goats from Matthew 25:31-46. They explore themes of judgment, righteousness, and the nature of good works. The conversation emphasizes that true righteousness comes from faith, not from our deeds, and that our good works are a reflection of our relationship with Jesus. Show Notes: Support...

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In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price discuss the story of Ananias and Sapphira in Acts chapter 5. They provide the context of the early church and the Council of Jerusalem, highlighting the opposition the believers faced from both Jewish and Roman authorities. They explain that the sin in this narrative is not the withholding of money, but the lying and deception. The...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price explore the complexities of faith as illustrated in Matthew 16:21-23. The conversation centers around contrasting Peter's earlier confession of Jesus as the Christ compared to Peter's rebuke of Jesus fortelling his death and ressurection. The discussion also touches on the relationship between the disciples and Jesus, the challenge...

In this episode of Tough Text, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price discuss the passage in Matthew 16 where Jesus rebukes Peter after Peter confesses that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of the living God. They explore the significance of Peter's confession and its role in the foundation of the church. They also discuss the meaning of Jesus giving Peter the keys to the kingdom of heaven and the power t...

In this episode, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price continue their discussion on the blasphemy of the Holy Spirit in Mark chapter 3. They explore the context of the text, which includes Jesus casting out demons and the scribes accusing him of being possessed by the devil. They also discuss Jesus' response to his family's request to see him and his statement that those who do the will of God are hi...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price discuss Mark chapter 3, focusing on blasphemy against the Holy Spirit. They explore the context of the passage, where Jesus is accused of casting out demons by the power of Beelzebub. Scott and Dan analyze Jesus' response, explaining that Satan cannot cast out Satan and that Jesus is actually binding the strong man and plundering h...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price delve into the puzzling story in Mark 11 about Jesus cursing a fig tree and clearing the temple. They explore how this narrative features a story-within-a-story format, beginning with Jesus cursing a fig tree for having no fruit, then disrupting the temple activities, and finally returning to the withered fig tree. They suggest tha...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price dive into 2 Corinthians 5:1-10.  This passage is often taken out of context, which can lead to misunderstandings about judgment and faith. Scott and Dan emphasize the importance of reading this verse within the broader context of Paul's message, where he assures believers of the promise of new life in Christ and His ministry of...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price tackle 2 Peter Chapter 3, addressing the concept of eschatology and the patience of God in delaying Christ's return. They discuss the common belief in every generation that they are living in the last days and how God's patience is aimed at allowing more people to repent. Join them as they break down these verses and explore the...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott and Dan dive into Matthew 5:27-30, exploring Jesus' words on lust and the deeper implications of sin beyond mere outward actions. They discuss how Jesus intensifies the commandment against adultery, emphasizing that even lustful thoughts are sinful, highlighting the pervasive nature of sin and the need for a righteousness that comes from Christ alone. What...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Daniel Emery Price and Scott Keith dive into the complexities of 1 John 5:13-21. They take a look at the conclusion of 1 John, discussing the assurance of eternal life, the importance of praying according to God's will, and the distinction between sins that lead to death and those that don't. Are there sins that don't lead to death? Is John suggesting that Christ...

In this episode of Tough Text, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price discuss the parable of the rich man and Lazarus from Luke 16, emphasizing the importance of understanding it as a parable rather than a literal account. They highlight that the rich man's identity is tied to his wealth, while Lazarus, whose name means "God is my help," represents those who rely on God. The conversation shows how the...