Differing Things

Often, January brings depression to a large number of people. Depression can make an individual feel as if they are drowning with no chance of rescue. Scripture gives us many examples of great men of God who struggled with depression. What can we learn from these men to help us defeat depression's grip?

The world is facing a looming depopulation crisis. This should cause all of us to consider deep questions about family, faith, and culture. What is depopulation? Why is it happening? What do believers need to consider in the face of a shrinking population?

"Why the Apostle Paul?" This may be the most important question a Christian can ask. It is not an exaggeration to say that without a correct answer to this question little can be understood about the Scriptures. The whole doctrine of ecclesiology, God's creation and formation of the church, the Body of Christ depends on a correct answer to this question. It truly ranks in importance with God's cal...

What is the Trespass Offering and how does it differ from the Sin Offering? Today's Differing Things Podcast brings to a conclusion its on-going series on the Levitical Offerings. Guest host John Ewen brings a keen insight to a greatly misunderstood topic.

Several years ago, our host Bill Petri spoke at a Bible Conference. HIs topic was a very thought provoking look at a very familiar area of Scripture. Moses' meeting of YAHWEH and the hardening of Pharaoh's heart. This two-part study will be both thought provoking and challenging.

Several years ago, our host Bill Petri spoke at a Bible Conference. HIs topic was a very thought provoking look at a very familiar area of Scripture. Moses' meeting of YAHWEH and the hardening of Pharaoh's heart. This two-part study will be both thought provoking and challenging.

Recently, President Donald Trump spoke of the persecution Christians are facing in Africa. Our Apostle in this present Dispensation was no stranger to persecution and ministering to those enduring severe persecution. Paul's second epistle to the Thessalonians is an example of how we should respond to those enduring persecution. Today's Differing Things will take an in-depth look at the persecution...

At this time of year residents of the USA reflect on what they are thankful for. Throughout the Scriptures we see instructions telling us to give thanks.  Upon reflection we all have many things to be thankful for. However, as people we often times become ungrateful and unthankful. What does being unthankful produce in our lives. How did being unthankful impact humanity? This is a very important u...

There is no author in all of Scripture who gives thanks more than the Apostle Paul. Yet, Paul very rarely tells anyone thank-you. How did our apostle to the Body of Christ express his thanks? This Thanksgiving let us try our best to be imitators of the Apostle Paul and follow his pattern of giving thanks! If you enjoy this Podcast please consider following us, leave your comments, and give us a li...

Much confusion abounds throughout Christendom in regard to the sin offering. Special guest John Ewen talks in detail about the sin offering and how it typifies our Savior Jesus Christ.

Much confusion abounds throughout Christendom in regard to the sin offering. Special guest host John Ewen talks in detail about the sin offering and how it typifies our Savior Jesus Christ.

Thank you for joining us as we celebrate our 200th episode of Differing Things! Throughout Christianity it has been taught that Jesus was forsaken by the Father at the time of His greatest need. This is a view that should terrify all believers. If the Father can forsake Jesus at the time of His greatest need, why would He not forsake us? Just what is being taught by the Scriptures and how should w...

Many members of the Body of Christ have had a journey to get to where they are today. Our Special Guest Rick Schmitt had an extraordinary journey. Rick shares with us his journey from extreme legalism and bondage to the Freedom and Liberty Grace brings!

Man's idea of justice is often different than God's idea of justice. Man seeks revenge, while God seeks to rehabilitate. These differences often skew our thinking when it comes to God's future plans. Man, often places upon God our standard of justice. Thank goodness God stays faithful and accomplishes what He set out to do!

Luke records many instances where Jesus Christ interacted with women. One such place is Luke 8:1-3. What can these women, living under law, show us today in this Dispensation of Grace? What is Luke's point in this passage, and what are the ramifications of missing this point? Do not forget to leave your likes, and comments!

Whether in the pub or in the pew, there is one question you can always count on hearing: “Did you see that game?” Sports are prominent in culture and relevant to life, which is why the average sports show often spends as much time talking about ethics, racism, crime, and sexuality, as it does athletics. What is the meaning of sports? This week's Differing Things Podcast attempts to answer this que...

What exactly is a drink offering and why is it important for a Believer to understand it? There are many offerings in the Old Testament, how do they impact our understanding of the Greek Scriptures? Today's special guest John Ewen will answer these questions and explain how this offering relates to Jesus Christ and His willing sacrifice on the cross!

A while age our Host Bill Petri presented a study about Progressive Revelation and a Bible outline. He attempted to answer the following questions: How do all the books of the Bible relate to each other, and what are they about? Why does Paul read so different than the rest of the Bible? Today's Differing Things looks at these very questions. If you are curious about the Bible or want to study it...

John 3:16 is the most well-known verse in all the Bible. Many Christians use it as a verse to present salvation to the unsaved. By doing this they prove their own ignorance of the Scriptures. John 3:16 is not a verse on how one gets saved today. It is a verse on how the Hebrew people were to be saved in their kingdom program. The present dispensation of the grace of God has a different message. To...

How often have you heard the question "Why do bad things happen to good people? The answer may shock you. The Apostle Paul gives a very clear concise answer. Paul also gives us the solution to all of our problems. The problem is most individuals either fail to read Paul's writings, or they misapply, or misunderstand what is written.

How important is religious freedom to a free society? Is religious liberty essential to the success and survival of the church? Is religious freedom even Biblical? Today's Differing Things Podcast looks at these very important questions.

One of the most powerful verses in all of Scripture is Philippians 3:10. It is divided by its main words and can be stated in its four phrases. 1.) The all-governing passion: "That I may know Him." 2.) The effectual power: "The power of His resurrection. 3.) The essential basis: "The fellowship of His sufferings." 4.) The progressive principle: "Conformed to His death." How do these phrases help u...

Why are so many Christians illiterate about the Scriptures? In the west we have had religious freedom for a long time, and yet our freedom has turned to illiteracy. What impact does this have on our Christian life, and why is it so important?

What does the Greek word mustērion mean? Our English Bibles typically render this word as "mystery," or "secret." What does the Greek word euaggelion mean? Our English Bibles typically render it as "gospel," "evangel," or "good news." How does our understanding of these words impact the preaching of the cross? Is prophecy about the cross the same as the preaching of the cross, or are they differe...

The book of Judges is not just a book about individual stories, but a book about Israel's repeated rebellion against God. The more an individual reads and studies this book the more one can see ancient Israel foreshadowing the modern United States of America. Both had great opportunity to be a great vessel for God's Word to go forth, yet both chose a different path. How does the book of Judges rel...