Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly "Bear Christianity")

In the 18th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I address the belief of some people that Michael the Archangel is actually Jesus. This includes a discussion of Michael the Archangel mentioned in Daniel 10 and 12, Jude 9, and Revelation 12. I do not believe Jesus is Michael the Archangel, and I give my reasons why. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in...

In the 17th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss an interpretation of 1 Peter 3:19 and Genesis 6:1-4 which involves fallen angels (" the sons of God") taking "the daughters of men" and producing giant offspring called the Nephilim. My Resources Unseen Realm by Dr. Michael Heiser The Book of Enoch aka: 1 Enoch Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quo...

In the 16th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the Satan and the fallen angels. After briefly covering the Satan's fall mentioned in Ezekiel 28 and Isaiah 14, I discuss the Biblical approach to resisting Satan. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Softwa...

In the 15th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the Good Angels. This episode is basically a Biblical survey of verses about angels. What are angels like? Is there a hierarchy of angels? What do angels do? My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every d...

In this brief episode, I discuss some of my basic recommendations for Bible reading and Bible study. This was inspired by two recent discussions with friends and family. My Recommendations YouVersion Bible App: M'Cheyne Bible Reading Plan Everyone's a Theologian by R.C. Sproul Salvation Belongs to the LORD by John Frame Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted...

In the 14th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the Foreknowledge of God and answer some hypothetical objections to what the Bible teaches about the Eternal Decree of God. God's Foreknowledge is not God looking through time, seeing who chooses Him and who rejects Him, and then electing those who choose Him to eternal life. Rather, God's foreknowledge is God choosing to enter into a...

In the 13th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the Eternal Decrees of God. There are two categories of God's Will. First, His Decretive Will is secret and eternal. It cannot change. Second, God's Preceptive Will is based on God's "precepts" or laws. People break God's Preceptive Will all the time. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible...

In the 12th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss certain passages which cult groups may use to try to disprove the Trinity, the Deity of Jesus Christ, and the Hypostatic Union. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones The Forgotten Trinity by James White Salvation Belongs to the LORD; An Introduction to Systematic Theology by John Frame Bible verses quoted in this epis...

In the 11th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I review the Trinity basics we discussed last week and talk about the Hypostatic Union. The 2nd Person of the Trinity is 1 Person with 2 Natures. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones The Forgotten Trinity by James White Salvation Belongs to the LORD; An Introduction to Systematic Theology by John Frame Bible verses quoted in t...

In the 10th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the Trinity. Within the one Being of God, there exists three coequal and coeternal Persons, namely the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones The Forgotten Trinity by James White Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bi...

In this bonus episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I share some of my favorite quotes from the book, The Trinitarian Devotion of John Owen by Sinclair Ferguson. This book is part of a series of books entitled A Long Line of Godly Men Profile published by Ligonier Ministries. Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day fo...

In the 8th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the Communicable Attributes of God... the Holiness, Righteousness, Love, Grace, Mercy, and Faithfulness of God. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible study. I am an affiliate partne...

In the 7th episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology , I discuss the John 4 regarding the spirituality and personality of God. As a spirit being, God is immaterial, invisible, and infinite. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (This week is loosely based off chapter 3) Lexham Survey of Theology No One Like Him by John Feinberg (Systematic Theology) Systematic Theology by John Frame...

In the sixth episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity ), I discuss the existence of God, the aseity of God, and the incomprehensibility of God. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (This week is loosely based off chapter 3) Lexham Survey of Theology No One Like Him by John Feinberg (Systematic Theology) Systematic Theology by John Frame. Bible verses qu...

In the fifth episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity ), I discuss why Christians disagree on certain doctrines. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (This week is loosely based off chapter 3) Knowing Scripture by R.C. Sproul Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for...

In the fourth episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity ), I discuss how we should interpret Scripture. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (This week is loosely based off chapter 3) Knowing Scripture by R.C. Sproul Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software every day for my Bible...

In the third episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity ), I discuss how we know God. Most of the episode focus on an exegesis of 2 Timothy 3:16-17. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (This week is loosely based off chapter 3) Canon Revisited by Dr. Michael Kruger Sola Scriptura edited by Don Kistler The Inspiration and Authority of the Bible by Dr. B.B...

In this second episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity ), I discuss how we know God. 1 Corinthians 1:22-23 says that Jews demand signs and Greeks seek wisdom... This is the man-centered, worldly way to try to know God. The only way we can truly know God is through revelation from God. He must reveal Himself to us. My Resources Great Doctrines of the Bible by Martyn Lloyd Jones (...

In this first episode of Doctrine 4 Doxology (formerly Bear Christianity ), I introduce what will be a very long series covering Biblical Doctrines. The purpose of knowing Biblical doctrine is so that we know God, and thus, our worship of God is in Spirit AND TRUTH. This is why it is called doctrine 4 doxology. Doxology refers to a short phrase of praise to God, but more generally refers to our wo...

In this episode, I discuss Romans 13, "Let everyone be subject to the governing authorities..." I've heard people say the American War for Independence (Revolutionary War) was a violation of Romans 13. Is that true? My Resources Canon + App. Search: "Steve Wilkins"... Enjoy! Vindiciae Contra Tyrannos Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherw...

In this episode, I discuss Philippians 4:6-7. After sharing some thoughts about anxiety, I walkthrough verse 7 word by word. (Philippians 4:6–7, ESV)  do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus....

In this episode, I discuss a common "problem" presented to Christians about an error or contradiction in the Bible. It's found by comparing the following two verses. (2 Kings 8:26, NKJV)  Ahaziah was twenty-two years old when he became king, and he reigned one year in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was Athaliah the granddaughter of Omri, king of Israel. (2 Chronicles 22:2, NKJV)  Ahaziah...

This is the 8th episode in a series about the Glory of God. God is most glorified in the salvation of sinners. The final stage of that is called "glorification." Romans 8:29–30 For those whom he foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, in order that he might be the firstborn among many brothers. And those whom he predestined he also called, and those whom he ca...

Quotes What is the glory of God? It is the manifestation of any or all of his attributes. In other words, it is the displaying of God to the world. Thus, things which glorify God are things which show the characteristics of his being to the world. Charles Caldwell Ryrie God’s glory is and must forever remain the Christian’s true point of departure. Anything that begins anywhere else, whatever it i...

This is the 6th episode on the glory of God. I discuss part 2 of the "Divine Dilemma". How can God justly condemn the righteous? Proverbs 17:15 "He who justifies the wicked and he who condemns the righteous are both alike an abomination to the Lord." My Resources Bible verses quoted in this episode are from the ESV translation unless otherwise noted. I use Logos Bible Software ever...