Theology Talk

When I heard about the assassination of Charlie Kirk, I was deeply shaken. It wasn’t just the horror of the act itself—it was the way people responded. I started asking hard questions about how we, especially as a culture, react to tragedy. Charlie Kirk was known as a conservative political figure and founder of Turning Point USA, but beyond politics, he was a husband, a father, a son, and someone...

Being human means being made in the image of God, which includes having creative potential, being made for relationships, and living with purpose. Being human is to live within a story. Unlike animals or computers, humans create and are shaped by stories. We long for meaning and direction, and this longing is ultimately fulfilled in the story of Jesus. The Gospel is presented as the ultimate story...

Human identity is shaken when we lose access to things we’ve always relied on, prompting deep questions about who we are. The central message of Scripture is “God With Us” — from Genesis to Revelation. However, life experiences often don’t align with that promise, leading to honest struggles and doubts about God’s presence. It's okay to wrestle with questions like “God, are you even here?” — t...

Asbury Revival reveals a deep insight into what it means to be human. That moment acts as a powerful reminder that true humanity is rooted in humility and dependence on God. Being human means embracing our "creaturehood"—acknowledging that we are not self-sufficient. But modern life often pushes us toward self-reliance, control, and a desire for belonging through status, approval, or material thin...

To truly understand what it means to be human, we must begin with Genesis 1 and 2, where humanity is created in God's image. Starting with creation gives us a fuller picture of who we were meant to be. This, in turn, helps us grasp the tragedy of the Fall and the purpose of sanctification through Christ—beginning with His incarnation and continuing until His return. We can see two flawed views of...

The question of what it means to be human is both simple and deeply profound—philosophical, theological, and ethical. Drawing from Dr. John Kilner’s work, it emphasizes that being human means being made in the image of God. This image is not destroyed by the Fall; rather, humanity itself is broken, making us unable to live up to the standard that comes with this God-given status. The image of God...

When bad things happen to good and humble people, it’s natural to ask, “God, where were You in my pain?” While we may not always get the answers we want, Scripture assures us that God, in His infinite knowledge and eternal perspective, gives us the answers we need. A powerful example is the story of Job—a righteous, upright man who still faced immense suffering. His story shows that even when ther...

The question has been raised about what age we will appear in heaven.—whether it will be at our "peak" in our 20s, 30s, or the age we die. We can see that Jesus, who entered time and space, died in his 30s and appeared after his resurrection looking the same as before—recognizable and not significantly younger or older. On the other hand, what happens to infants who die? Many parents face deep gri...

David’s prayer reflects a powerful biblical pattern seen throughout both the Old and New Testaments—a theology of remembrance. His prayer looks back to God's past faithfulness, acknowledges the present situation, and expresses hope for the future. This trust is rooted in God’s unchanging character: because He has been faithful in the past, we can trust Him now and in the days to come. In 1 Chr...

Saul, the first king of Israel, was chosen from among the people of Israel. His role was to lead and protect Israel, especially in times of threat, like during the encounter with Goliath. However, Saul was gripped by fear — fear of enemies and fear of circumstances. Rather than turning to God in trust, Saul let fear drive him to poor, faithless decisions. Most notably, he disobeyed God's comma...

This week’s focus is on King Hezekiah—a good and faithful king who brought renewal and revival to Israel, but whose story is also marked by tragedy. Despite his righteousness, Hezekiah shows a moment of self-dependence that proves to be dangerous, reminding us that even the best leaders fall short without full reliance on God. We also see Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Here the message ch...

The term " Jezebel spirit " is commonly used today, often with strong negative connotations, but it's not found in the Bible as a specific demonic or malevolent spirit. While the biblical figure Jezebel is associated with certain evil behaviors, there's no scriptural evidence to support the idea of a distinct demonic entity called the " Jezebel spirit ." In John 9, Jesus encounters a man blind fro...

In the Book of Kings, a key turning point occurs when the united kingdom of Israel is divided. Originally, all 12 tribes were united under Kings Saul, David, and then Solomon. Solomon prayed, if David's descendants followed Yahweh, a son of David would always reign. But if they turned away, the kingdom would be taken from their line. Ironically, Solomon himself broke this covenant by worshipin...

One of the things I really love about the House of David is that they reintroduce us to Hebrew phrases rooted in biblical truths and theological principles about God. In this video I delve a little into the theology behind the name (ha-Shem) and explain why this shouldn't be overlooked. We'll also see that for the ancient Israelites, there were two aspects of God to his personhood, and we&...

The Book of Kings is a historical narrative that contrasts God's ideal kingdom—rooted in righteousness and peace (shalom)—with the corrupt outcomes of human-led kingdoms. It highlights the consequences of straying from God's ways and serves as a reflection on how divine order contrasts with human failure. This theme connects to Jesus’ New Testament teaching about bringing God's peace to Earth as i...

This week we study the event that occurs between the prophet Nathan and the moment when David feels a great desire to build a house for the Lord. We see that the prophet Nathan says to the King: “Go, do all that is in your heart, for the Lord is with you.” But God then reveals to Nathan that, although David desired to build a temple for God, he was not the one who should do it. We see Nathan's...

In this episode, I talk about episodes 3 and 4 of The House of David. My goal is to help you determine what is fact, what is speculative, and what is fictitious. One of the things we see in the series is Jonathan's heroic humility, his love for his father, family, and Yahweh — and how David and Jonathan are united on a spiritual level. We also see a completely different moment regarding Saul’s...

This week's reading is from the book of Samuel, where we see the story of David, Nabal, and Abigail. In this story, we can see that, like Abigail, we can choose to do what is right and trust in the Lord. The next story is that of David who saves King Saul. Here we can learn that there are things God has promised us, such as a vision or a wish. However, we must be very careful not to be carried...

This week we focus on 1 Samuel chapter 2, where we find an incredible prayer uttered by Hannah. There are a couple of aspects of this prayer that I love, and they show how the Old Testament conveys the nature of the kingdom of God that Jesus will expound in the New Testament. We also look at the story of the Ark of the Covenant and how it was captured by the Philistines. Finally, we examine the Ne...

As we try to understand what happens in the book of Judges, I think it's very important that we remember what happens to Joshua during his period of transition. Whenever there are transitions, there is a greater moment of vulnerability, and it is very easy to waver in faith. The people of Israel experienced all of this. So, I think Judges presents us with three important things to consider in...

This week, Dr. Joel mentions the narrative of the story of Joshua. What happens in this story is like a great adventure in which God guides Joshua with the purpose of reclaiming the land of Canaan. God sends them on a military responsibility. The Book of Joshua gives the sense that God calls his people to full obedience. But there is a danger lurking in these lands, who are the gods of the nations...

In this episode, I explain the lineage of Goliath's family, its origins, and history. The Nephilim are also an important topic here, as they were powerful, mighty, and famous. The Nephilim were giant, semi-divine beings who caused chaos in the world. I also explain who the New Testament demons really were and their relationship with the Nephilim. Join me as I explore these fascinating connecti...

This week, Dr. Joel analyzes Deuteronomy 32. Which may be one of those crucial Old Testament verses that is unfortunately often overlooked and misinterpreted. There are also certain passages whose translations are imprecise and may even contain some errors. Deuteronomy 32 is so important because it actually sets the stage for Joshua's conquest to enter and occupy the Promised Land. Part of the...

In this video Dr. Joel explains to us the scene where Jesus enters the synagogue and begins to read the scroll of Isaiah. We find the good news, liberation of the captives, freedom from the slavery of sin, the right to see Jesus as ruler of the earth and free the oppressed. 📕 Order Dr. Joel's Book, "The Hidden Peace: Finding True Security, Strength, and Confidence Through Humility"...

There are certain words in our context and society that have lost their meaning and reverence, and I believe the cross is one of those things. The cross of Christ has been commercialized to a point where it is more fashionable to wear a cross than to live the type of life the cross demands. 📕 Order Dr. Joel's Book, "The Hidden Peace: Finding True Security, Strength, and Confidence Throug...