Baptist on the Bible

Does the Bible contain error? What is the Doctrine of Inerrancy? Why is it important? Have Southern Baptists always believed and taught this? Ben Pate, Ph. D. (Old Testament) and Andrew Marquez, Ph. D. (New Testament) are joined by a special guest, Dr. Rick Melick, to discuss this topic. Richard R. Melick, Jr. is the Distinguished Professor of New Testament and Retired Director of Academic Graduat...

Do Christians have obligations for how to use the Sabbath? Is Sabbath the same as Sunday? What should we do with Old Testament laws about the Sabbath? Join Ben Pate, Ph. D. (Old Testament) and Andrew Marquez, Ph. D. (New Testament) for a discussion on Sabbath. Andrew Carter Marquez (Baptist on the Bible) is Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan...

What is the Great Resignation? How is it impacting the church? Ben Pate, Ph. D. (Old Testament) and Andrew Marquez, Ph. D. (New Testament) respond to the trend of resignations following the pandemic.  Andrew Carter Marquez (Baptist on the Bible) is Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ. Ben Pate (Theological Sid...

Do we believe the Prophecies of Scripture? Do you guard God’s revelation for yourself and future generations? (Dan. 8: 23-26) Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez explores the prophecies of the evil ruler from Greece. The cruel, crafty king will gain control and increase power. Yet he will be broken without human means. Believers must hold fast to God's covenant promises through persecution. Dr. Andrew...

Should Christians Run for the School Board? Ben Pate, Ph. D. (Old Testament) and Andrew Marquez, Ph. D. (New Testament) respond to a recent article by Christianity today. Should Christians stay out of the culture war and rather focus on home discipleship?  Andrew Carter Marquez (Baptist on the Bible) is Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan...

Are you about God’s Work? Are you called to the work you are about? (Eccl. 9:10; 1 Sam. 10) Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez considers the connection of work and calling for the believer. Scripture calls us to work with all our might. At the same time, the Bible reveals God's intention in directing people to certain labor. Saul neglected God's call and his vocation was given to another. Christians...

What is happening with church attendance since 2020 and the COVID-19 pandemic?   Is this a real trend? What are we to make of it? https://churchanswers.com/blog/five-reasons-your-current-church-attendance-is-the-new-normal/ OTXNT stands for Old Testament-Christ-New Testament. On OTXNT, Ben Pate, Ph. D. (Old Testament) and Andrew Marquez, Ph. D. (New Testament) provide Biblical instructio...

Are you awakened by Scripture? Or, do you slumber surrounded by evil? (Dan. 8:15-22). Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez observes how God's Word exposes evil. Daniel receives an interpretation of his vision. Daniel sees a glimpse of God that results in him falling to the ground. Daniel collapses almost instinctively in a similar manner to the experiences of Isaiah and Ezekiel. He is awaked by Gabriel...

Do you ever feel like evil is going to win out? Do you trust that God will restrain wickedness? (Dan. 8:13-14). Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez discusses Trying Times experienced under Temporal Authority. Daniel's vision moves to a celestial conversation. Even the angels are shocked by the vision and question the duration of evil. It is revealed that the evil day will be limited for a specific tim...

How do you handle loneliness? Do you feel Christ's presence in your life? Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez preaches from John 14:1-6. Jesus addresses the coming isolation His disciples will experience after His death. He promises a destiny and a trajectory. He invites the disciples into affinity with the Trinity. He gives clarity of mission and capacity for salvation by His departure. Because Jesus...

Do you believe in evil? Are you fit to face it? Are you prepared for persecution? (Dan. 8: 9-12). Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez discusses Trying Times experienced under Temporal Authority. As Daniel's vision continues, he perceives a horn growing out of one of the 4 horns of the goat. This horn represents a rule possessed of pride. The proud ruler seeks to destroy the things of God and God's peo...

Can you actually find God? Paul says you can. Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez preaches from Acts 17:16-34. On Mars Hill, Paul preaches the Gospel to the Greek philosophers. Paul calls people into relationship with the one true God. Finding God requires a quest for the truth. It demands a genuine search. Finding God requires turning from the spoof. Reject the lies of the world and the devil--even t...

Are you driven for revenge? Do you ever crave conflict? (Dan. 8: 5-8) Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez discusses Trying Times experienced under Temporal Authority. Daniel sees a gliding goat rushing into conflict with the ram. The goat represents Greece and Alexander the Great. Greece was driven by reprisal. Greece sought revenge against Persia for earlier attacks. We too can be consumed by revenge...

How do you keep your faith under a power crazed government? How should you comply? How should you resist? (Dan. 8:3-4) Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez discusses Trying Times experienced under Temporal Authority. Sometimes, our leaders are driven by and insatiable desire for power. God is aware of such leaders. Believers are encouraged by God's sovereignty in such times. We are warned not to follow...

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: Discussion on the SCOTUS Roe v. Wade Leak (part 1). In this episode we discuss the recent leaks concerning SCOTUS' coming ruling on Roe v. Wade. How should Christians process the prospect of a post-Roe America? How would such a ruling impact the fight for life? Christians must pray for our justices. We must continue to fight for life, recognizing that all humans...

Advent of Antichrist (Sermon: Daniel 11:40-12:3) How should you live knowing that an evil day is coming? Are you walking in holiness? Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez preaches from Daniel 11:40-12:3. This passage tells of the end of the antichrist. After early military victories, the antichrist will turn his attention against God’s people. Even at his greatest point of power, the antichrist will fa...

Do you wonder about time of your life? Do you consider why you live where you do? Why you do what you do? (Dan. 8:1-2) Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez discusses Trying Times experienced under Temporal Authority. Even tyrannical governments are perceived by God. The reign of evil rulers is permitted and limited by The Primary Power. God controls time and space. He places you when and where He wishe...

Do your actions reflect the right footing? Does your soul resemble its source? Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez considers the relationship between assurance of salvation and holy living. He explores Phil. 1:6 and 2 Timothy 2:19. Believers are assured that God knows His own. We recognize that we belong to God by calling upon Jesus and by turning from sin. Often, we emphasize conversion in the Christ...

Are you ready for spiritual warfare? Will you stand in the day of evil? Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez preaches from Daniel 11:36-39. This passage speaks of the antichrist. God has arranged the timing of this evil individual. He will be characterized by vainglory. He will be power obsessed and demon possessed. His time will mark hardship for God's people. We live in a world filled with leaders th...

Are you building on the solid rock? Have you laid the proper foundation? Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez discusses the confidence Christians have in light of Phil. 1:6 and 1 Cor. 3:11. Paul confirms that there is only one foundation to build upon. That foundation is Jesus Christ. Christ has laid the only foundation. All other religions and philosophies are sinking sand. If you stand on the foundat...

Old Testament-Christ-New Testament: What to Do About Disney? (pt. 3) - Resources and Alternatives. In this episode we consider the ethical issues related to material cooperation with companies opposed to Christian values. We also look at alternatives to Disney theme parks and streaming services. How can Christians honor God with our resources in a world filled with immorality? How can we guard the...

Are you a disciple? Are you a disciple maker? Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez looks at Matthew 28:18-20, Luke 24:44-49, Acts 1:6-8. Matthew relates the final words of Christ in the Gospel of Matthew. In His Great Commission, Jesus commands His followers to make disciples. Wherever you find yourself, wherever you go, Jesus calls you to be a disciple maker. Discipleship involves bringing people into...

Would you describe yourself as secure or shaky? Are you confident or uncertain? Are you standing on solid ground? Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez considers the confidence Christians have in light of Phil. 1:6 and Isaiah. 28:16. Paul expresses his confidence in the Philippian converts. Jesus will continue His sanctifying work in them until His return. Isaiah chastises the religious leadership for m...

Does the Word of God shake you? How do you respond to difficult teachings in Scripture? Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez concludes Daniel's pursuit of Clarity amidst Chaos in Daniel 7:28. This verse reveals Daniel's response to God's vision. The response can be characterized as heavy acceptance. After seeing God's message and hearing the interpretation, Daniel is shaken and sick. Despite the diffic...

Do you trust that God knows the things to come? Do you believe that He has power over the future? Pastor/Professor Andrew Marquez preaches from Daniel 11:1-35. God reveals a perfect prediction of the future to his faithful prophet. Israel will find herself mired in the middle, stuck between the two competing powers of Seleucus and Ptolemy. Eventually a monstrous monarch will arise to torment the s...