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Join the show with a TEXT here! In today’s episode, we continue our deep‑dive review of last week’s debate. Pressing further into the kinds of arguments Eastern Orthodox apologists often rely on when biblical support is thin or absent. You’ll get a clear, structured look at why these arguments feel so foreign to many Christians, how they can unsettle people who’ve never encountered them, and what’...

Join the show with a TEXT here! When your priest can’t answer the most basic question— “What is the Gospel?” —it’s time to run. Today we take a closer look at yet another Eastern Orthodox voice, but this time it’s not a layperson… it’s a priest who still cannot give a clear, biblical answer. And wait until you hear what he actually says. We’ll unpack why this question is consistently dodged, what’...

Join the show with a TEXT here! You’ve heard it before: “That’s just your interpretation.” But is that a meaningful reply, or simply a way to dodge what Scripture actually says? This common objection exposes a deep divide between how Bible‑believing Christians approach the text and how other groups often impose meaning onto the text rather than drawing meaning from it. In today’s episode, we tackl...

Join the show with a TEXT here! Last time on the podcast, we examined a deeply concerning ecumenical exchange between Gavin Ortlund and Trent Horn . We didn’t get to everything in that video, so today we’re wrapping up by addressing the most critical points of compromise in their dialogue, and why these kinds of conversations only confuse people , muddy the waters , and blur what is actually very...

Join the show with a TEXT here! Ecclesial Anxiety, a phrase gaining traction as more people exploring Christianity wrestle with uncertainty about which church truly holds the gospel. Questions abound: Who can really be saved? Which church preserves the right traditions and theology? In today’s episode, we dig into the root of this confusion. When ecumenical dialogue turns into compromise, the inev...

Join the show with a TEXT here! In our ongoing dialog on apologetics, today’s reaction video highlights why discernment matters when defending the faith. Too often, Catholics, Orthodox, and Protestants are grouped together under the broad label of “Christian”, but what does Scripture actually say it means to be a Christian? Can we unite with those who proclaim a different gospel? Is there even suc...

Join the show with a TEXT here! Last time on Bloom, we dug into the difference between arguments and assertions, and why being able to tell them apart is essential when responding to objections to God’s Word and the Truth as a whole. In this episode, we go a layer deeper. We’re talking about how to stay grounded when conversations start slipping into definition‑changing, goal‑post‑moving, and quie...

Join the show with a TEXT here! Coming off the heels of our Mini Series on Reformation and Counter‑Reformation teachings, I wanted to take an episode to share some thoughts on apologetics—specifically, how we can sharpen our discernment when evaluating arguments. It’s not something we often pause to consider, but when we’re defending the faith, it is vital that we understand the nature of the obje...

Join the show with a TEXT here! The finale is here! We’ve reached the point of the Reformation that truly makes or breaks the gospel: How is a person justified—made right before a holy God? Throughout this mini‑series we’ve explored the clarity and sufficiency of Scripture, the canon of Scripture, and the doctrine of grace. Now we arrive at the heart of it all: justification by faith—and by faith...

Join the show with a TEXT here! We’re finally back! After a brief detour through my Sunday school session and a wild episode on racism in the church, we’re returning to our series on Reformation and Counter‑Reformation Teachings. In this episode, we turn to a cornerstone of the gospel: the doctrine of grace and the nature of man. We’ll examine the fundamentally flawed and unbiblical anthropology a...

Join the show with a TEXT here! I never thought I’d be making this video in 2026.... but here we are. In this episode, I felt compelled to call out the behavior and teachings promoted by Joel Webbon in this debate and in his other videos. His stance is biblically out of bounds and should be addressed by any Bible-believing Christian, especially given his role as a local church pastor. Racism is a...

Join the show with a TEXT here! Been given the amazing privilege of leading Sunday school at my local church on a topic that I'm very passionate about. You guys have seen most of this material before but highly recommend tuning in as we get amazing questions from the audience and a little restructure of the material!

Join the show with a TEXT here! Been given the amazing privilege of leading Sunday school at my local church on a topic that I'm very passionate about. You guys have seen most of this material before but highly recommend tuning in as we get amazing questions from the audience and a little restructure of the material!

Join the show with a TEXT here! Been given the amazing privilege of leading Sunday school at my local church on a topic that I'm very passionate about. You guys have seen most of this material before but highly recommend tuning in as we get amazing questions from the audience and a little restructure of the material!

Join the show with a TEXT here! In the last episode of our mini‑series, we explored the Reformation’s competing ideas about who should read Scripture, what Scripture is, and whether it is clear in itself. We saw a sharp divide between the Protestant conviction that every Christian should read the Bible and the Eastern Orthodox position that, historically, often restricted access to it. Today we ta...

Join the show with a TEXT here! The new Mini Series has officially begun! In this first episode, we lay out the heart behind the project—why staying anchored in the Reformation matters for Believers today, and how this series will equip you with clear, thoughtful apologetic insight. We dive straight into the Confession of Cyril Lucaris and the response it provoked in the Confession of Dositheus. T...

Join the show with a TEXT here! In this follow-up episode, we respond to viewer comments from our recent critique of the Catholic doctrine on meriting salvation. Join us as we explore key Bible verses that affirm the truth of saving faith and clarify the biblical foundation for justification by grace through faith alone. Whether you're navigating theological debates or facing spiritual challe...

Join the show with a TEXT here! There’s no better time than Thanksgiving to pause and reflect on the gospel’s enduring truths. In this episode, we dive into a recent debate on the nature of justification between a Protestant and a Roman Catholic. This conversation opens up rich insights into Scripture, tradition, and the ongoing call to evangelize—not only among Roman Catholics but also the Easter...

Join the show with a TEXT here! A former Protestant apologist has flipped the script: once a defender of sola scriptura, he now argues that the church’s authority supersedes Scripture. In this episode we watch his video, unpack his central objections to sola scriptura, and trace how his new ecclesial framework reshapes his understanding of dogma. We’ll move from close reaction to careful analysis,...

Join the show with a TEXT here! We made it! The Finale of the mini series is here! To round out what we have covered so far, it felt fitting to look at aspects of scripture we take for granted as well as the Church patristic witness to the clarity of Scripture! I hope this series has been encouraging to you and pushes you to read and understand the scriptures more than you have in the past!

Join the show with a TEXT here! Now that we know what scripture is and how it functions all we have left to do is read it! On part 3 of our mini series we will be going through some super important hermeneutical principals that will help us draw out the meanings of scriptures in a more clear way while helping us avoid error in the process. If that sounds like something you want, then get a snack a...

Join the show with a TEXT here! In episode 1 we looked at some objections to the clarity of scripture as well the effectiveness of the spirit in guiding us as well as some other examples of its clarity. Today we double down as we look at what scripture is, how it functions and why its authoritative. Jesus has a view of scripture we should reflect and my hope is after this episode you are encourage...

Join the show with a TEXT here! Welcome to the first episode of our Mini Series on the Clarity of Scripture! We have so much to get to and in this intro episode we go over why this is important, objections to the idea of scripture being clear as well as ideas like the guidance of the spirit in our understanding and the gift of teachers in the church! We cover a lot of ground and we are just gettin...

Join the show with a TEXT here! In this episode, we look at the real challenges of creating meaningful content in a digital landscape overflowing with voices, opinions, and algorithms. With so much already out there, how do we stay faithful, original, and grounded? We will explore the tension between creativity and saturation, and offer a call for discernment, urging listeners to be intentional ab...

Join the show with a TEXT here! We’ve spent two episodes unpacking the Cliff/Stuart vs. Orthodox debate—there was a lot said and a lot to take in. In this episode, I want to shift gears and explore how we apply what we've discussed, and why this issue matters so deeply. Cultivating discernment in how we listen, ask questions, and examine our own beliefs is essential for spiritual growth and t...