Tough Texts

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Pice explore two seemingly opposing passages from the Bible: John 1:19-28 and Matthew 11:7-15. Who is John the Baptist? Is he Elijah? Is he the Prophet? In John 1:19-28, we witness the interrogation of John the Baptist by the religious leaders of his time. How does this confrontation emphasize the role of John in preparing the way for...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price dive into Romans 12:14-21. In this passage, the Apostle Paul implores us to bless those who persecute us, to never repay evil with evil, and to live in harmony with others as far as it depends on us. How can we apply these principles to our daily lives, especially in a world filled with conflict and division? As we explore these...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price dive into Mark 2:23-28, a passage that holds significant theological importance. In this passage, Jesus and His disciples are confronted by the Pharisees for picking grain on the Sabbath. Mark highlights Jesus as the Lord of the Sabbath, emphasizing His authority over legalistic interpretations of the law. How does it relate to...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price delve into Genesis 4:1-16, a pivotal passage that tells the story of Cain and Abel. What can we take away from this narrative about the consequences of sin and faith in God's promises? How does this account illustrate the fallen nature of humanity and our constant need for God's grace? How does this passage connect us to the pro...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price take a look at 1 Corinthians 15:12-34. This passage addresses the core of Christian faith – the resurrection of Christ and its implications. We will explore how St. Paul's teachings emphasize the significance of Christ's resurrection for our own hope of eternal life. What does it mean for our faith if there were no resurrection?...

In today's episode of Tough Text, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery price delve into a thought-provoking understanding of 1 John 2:15-27. In this passage, the apostle John, writing with pastoral concern, warns believers against the dangers of worldly temptations and false teachings. How do our concerns of eschatology affect how we view this text? How does the concept of 'antichrists' outlined here rela...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keitth and Daniel Emery Price delve into Luke 12:13-21. The parable of the Rich Fool offers us profound insight into the nature of wealth, greed, and eternity. How does this passage challenge our modern preoccupation with wealth? When do earthly riches become a curse and toil in our lives? Join us as we explore how this passage emphasizes the fleeting natur...

In today's episode of Tough Tects, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price delve into Ecclesiastes 2:17-26. We'll explore the teachings of Solomon as he reflects on the futility of human toil and the true source of joy and contentment. How does this Old Testament wisdom resonate with our understanding of faith and vocation? What does Solomon's exploration of the gifts of God mean for our modern lives f...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price delve into two thought-provoking passages from the Bible: Leviticus 24:19-22 and Matthew 5:38-44. In Leviticus, we explore the concept of justice and retribution, pondering how it aligns with the teachings of Jesus in the New Testament. We then turn to Matthew's Gospel, where Jesus challenges us to love our enemies and pray for tho...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and daniel emery discuss 1 Corinthians 11:17-34, a passage that addresses the Lord's Supper and its significance in the Christian faith. Join us as we unpack Paul's teachings on the sacrament and its profound implications for the Christian life. How does the interpretation of this passage emphasize the real presence of Christ in the bread and wine? What...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price delve into Deuteronomy 34:1-8, exploring this biblical passage from the lens of God's ultimate promise. Join us as we examine the life of Moses, a prominent figure in the Old Testament, and the significance of his final moments atop Mount Nebo. How do we understand Moses' pivotal role as a lawgiver and prophet, and what insights...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price examine the tower of Babel narrative. What does this narrative teach us about human pride and the consequences of seeking to exalt ourselves? How does God's intervention in scattering the people and confusing their language reveal His promise and grace? And finally, what relevance does this ancient account connect to the promise...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price delve into the parable of the talents found in Matthew 25:14-30. Join us as we examine how this passage shows us a God that isn't afraid to be wild with the gospel. What does this parable teach us about the the gifts God has given us? What does this passage show us about the consequences of rejecting Christ's gifts? Join us as w...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price delve into a strange passage from 2 Kings 2:19-25, where Elisha, the prophet, sends bears to maul small boys. How did your sunday school teach this text? How do we better understand this passage in context? How does this passage reveal God's law, especially when dealing with idolatry? Join us this week as we explore these questi...

In today's episode Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price delve into Exodus 32:1-14, a fascinating passage that sheds light on God's relationship with His people. How does this text of the golden calf challenge our understanding of God's faithfulness? What can we learn about the consequences of idolatry and God's wrath? What does it look like to argue with God? What does it look like when...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price delve into Matthew 8:28-34. This passage recounts the encounter of Jesus with two demon-possessed men, and their subsequent deliverance. Join us as we explore the significance of this narrative, discussing the the authority of Christ and the transformative power of His Word. What can we learn about the Christ's power and authori...

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price explore Matthew 18:21-35, a difficult parable shared by Jesus. We will examine the profound themes of forgiveness, mercy, and the importance of recognizing our own sinfulness. How does this passage shape our understanding of God's grace and our relationships with one another? What insights can we gain on forgiveness and repentan...

In today's episode, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price turn our attention to 2 Samuel 6:1-11, a strange passage that recounts the story of King David's attempt to bring the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem leading to the death of Uzzah. Join us as we explore the theological significance of this narrative, examining the ways in which God intends to approach sinners and their need for His mediation....

In today's episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price delve into the profound teachings of John 6:22-59. This passage presents Jesus' discourse on the Bread of Life, where He declares, "I am the bread of life; whoever comes to me shall not hunger, and whoever believes in me shall never thirst." How can we understand the sacrament of Holy Communion in light of Jesus' words? What sig...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price explore the difficult texts of the Bible and their relevance to our daily lives. We will be examining Luke 14:25-27, a passage in which Jesus discusses the cost of discipleship. How does this passage challenge our understanding of what it means to be a disciple? What does it mean to "hate" our family in the context of following Jes...

In this episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price will be diving into Matthew 15:21-28, a passage that challenges our understanding of faith in Christ and His mercy. In this text, a Canaanite woman approaches Jesus, pleading for her daughter's healing. What is the significance of Jesus' response to the Canaanite woman? Join us as we explore this tough text. Show Notes: Support the...

Should Christians be baptized? In the first episode of Tough Texts, Scott Keith and Daniel Emery Price examine 1 Peter chapter 3. This text famously proclaims the necessity of baptism for Christians. Scott and Dan take a closer look to figure out what Peter is saying.  Show Notes: Support the Show 1517 Podcasts 1517 on Youtube More From the Hosts Scott Keith Daniel Emery Price