The Physics of Faith

Tim and Brandon discuss the authority of scripture, Sola Scriptura, and how we balance the scripture with tradition and church offices.

Tim and Tommy read Daniel chapter three and break down the story of the fiery furnace.

Tim and Brandon discuss the awful argument of, "Well, Jesus never said anything about..."

Tim and Tommy read the story of King Nebuchadnezzar's first dream, and how Daniel interprets it.

Tim and Brandon dive into the beliefs of Progressive Christianity, and discuss how it misses the mark of genuine Christianity.https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/political-progressive-conservative-christians/

Tim and Tommy dive into the Old Testament for the first time in the Bible Study series and look at the prophetic book of Daniel. Chapter on begins with Babylon capturing Judah and Daniel and his friends being taken into the service of King Nebuchadnezzar.

A sermon given at South Side Church of God on May 18th, 2025, Tim preaches on the parable of the prodigal son and breaks down the three characters from the story.

Tim and Tommy read and discuss the book of Jude. Written by the half brother of Jesus, Jude is incredibly relevant today, as the writer encourages us to contend for the faith and reject false teachers.

Tim and Brandon discuss the trap of Proof Texting, the need for Hermeneutics, and how context matters when studying the Bible.https://carlsweatman.wordpress.com/2010/08/04/problems-with-proof-texting-1/https://www.biblestudy.org/beginner/definition-of-christian-terms/prooftexting.html#google_vignette https://kainosproject.com/2021/09/09/proof-texting/https://seminary.grace.edu/what-is-biblical-her...

Tim and Tommy wrap up Paul's letters to the Thessalonians, discussing Paul's take on disassociating with those who do not live like Christians, working for your food, and not being a busy body.

Tim and Brandon break down the concept of Ordo Amoris, or an Ordered Love, as posited by Augustine. Is it Biblical? Are their practical applications for it today? Can it be true and misapplied?

Tim and Tommy break down 2nd Thessalonians chapter two, discussing the end times, the anti-christ, and Paul's wisdom and instruction for a church concerned about missing the boat.

Tim and Tim discuss the book Joshua, written by Joseph Grizone, and published originally in 1983.They discuss the themes, the takeaways, and even the concerns when reading a fictional Christian work, especially one that attempts to depict Jesus in a modern setting.

Tim and Tommy continue through the epistles of Paul to the Thessalonians, and discuss the follow up Paul writes to his first letter.

This episodes is excerpts from three previous episode; The Secrets of Easter, Communion, and the Suffering of Jesus. Tim and Brandon discuss Easter week topics, such as the myths around Easter's origins, Jesus at the last supper, and the betrayals He endured before crucifixion.

Tim and Tommy finish up 1st Thessalonians, discussing Paul's instruction to the church regarding the end times, working, and love.

Tim and Brandon discuss 2nd Kings Chapter Two and the story of Elijah and the two bears at Bethel. Dis the bears kill 42 children? Who was responsible, God or Elijah? Was this an overreaction?

Tim and Tommy read through chapter four, discussing Paul's letter to the Thessalonians. Topics like obedience to Christ, sexual morality, and continued maturity and discipleship are all mentioned.

What does the Bible say about Hypocrisy? What are Christians easy targets when finding hypocrites? Which worldview is more hypocritical, Christianity or Human Secularism? Tim and Brandon discuss these concepts in this episode.

Tim and Tommy continue through 1st Thessalonians, and discuss Paul's desire to visit the church again, and Timothy's report on how they have been.

The trial (or ordeal) of bitter waters is described in Numbers 5:11-31, and describes a test of fidelity for a wife suspected of adultery. Tim and Brandon discus how this straight forward passage about adultery is being perverted to allege that God taught Moses how to perform abortions. Please note, this episode deals with sensitive subject matter.

Tim and Tommy continue 1st Thessalonians by reading chapter two, and discuss the trials Paul experienced, as well as the joy he got from hearing good news about the church he had planted.

What does the Bible say about being religious, and practicing true religion? Tim and Brandon read James 1:26 and discuss what it means to be religious.

Tim and Tommy read through the first chapter of Thessalonians.

Did Jesus exhibit inclusive behavior? Radically inclusive? Did he intend to subvert expectations and flip the status quo for the sake of flipping the status quo? Just how accepting is Jesus? Tim and Brandon discuss these points by looking at the claims of Jesus inclusivity and comparing them to the teachings of Jesus.