Truth of Scripture: Pure and Unchanging

The claim is... all good things come from God. Is this true? Yes. James 1:17 says - “Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above” This is something you need to know. Without God you have nothing good, and that's what hell is... total separation from God. Reject Jesus, who is God, and that's what you get for eternity. Total separation from God. And that's not good. For more information go to http://www.SciencePastor.com/good

The claim is: God is cruel. He flooded the world, killing innocent babies and children. Only an evil monster would do that... There are questions that take a few seconds to ask, but several minutes to answer. This is one of them. Part of the answer is... in Noah's day the world was incredibly wicked... if these children had grown up in that world they also would have been wicked and heading for the eternal lake of fire. Instead they are now in heaven with Jesus. For the full answer go to SciencePastor.com/innocent

Christianity is different from all other religions... that should get you thinking. Why do all other religions have common teaching on the most critical issue... what happens after you die... and Christianity stands out as being very different? Could it be all other religions are human created and human focused? They all say you get to heaven or Nirvana through your own efforts. Christianity says there is nothing you can do... only God can save you. Learn more at: http://www.AJ83.com/different

There is a question most atheists can't or won't answer. It's a simple, but a necessary question... "You say you have not see any evidence God exists. What evidence would you accept?" I've asked that question for 20 years, and in the very few times I've have gotten an answer, it has been unreasonable, or the atheist admits that the answer actually would not change their mind. The real answer is that they don't want God to be real because they love the darkness. For more information go to http://www.SciencePastor.com/thequestion

God's word is forever. Sin does not change. God's law does not change. Today God's word means exactly what God meant it to mean when He first inspired it. Trust God's word, not mankind's supposed wisdom.

In 30 seconds here is why the CoronaVirus exists... It's because of the fall. That's why we have disease and corruption. And as we turn away from Him, God is "turning us over" to the effects of sin by withdrawing His restraint of sin. God is showing us a little more of what life is like without Him... but nobody seems to be paying attention. Instead of turning to God, we're turning to government to save us. For more information go to http://www.SciencePastor.com/coronavirus

A common way to attack God and the Bible is to claim the God of the Old Testament was wicked and and evil, and the God of the New Testament was a God of love. Hosea 13:16 is often used to show God commands the killing of babies. But it's the same God in both he Old and New Testament and He does not change, and Hosea 13:16 shows what happens when people reject God, and He withdraws, giving them what they wanted. For more information go to http://www.SciencePastor.com/hosea

It's called the problem of evil. If God is good. And God is powerful. Why does God allow evil to continue to exist? Why doesn't He do something to stop evil? The answer is He can whenever He wishes. There is titanic battle going on in the spiritual realm, and we are involved...everyone one of us. And there is no doubt God... who created everything by speaking it into existence, will be the victor. In fact, God could bring the battle to an end right now... instantly. With total victory and totally eliminating all evil and wickedness. So why doesn't He? The reason is because He loves you. My plan for this video was to talk about evolution suppressing the truth. BUT, we've got ourselves into the big question: why is there evil in the world? If God is all good. If God is perfect. If God is powerful. If God hates sin, and that is a true statement, God hates sin... that's proverbs chapter 6 starting in verse 16... and God hates those who do evil... that's in both in Psalm 5 and Psalm 11... and God is all powerful... then why doesn't God do away with evil? The answer is He will... but you don't want Him to... at least not yet. Videos referenced in this video: Expelled: No Intelligence Allowed - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V5EPymcWp-g A transcript is available on the Science Pastor web site: https://sciencepastor.com/podcast/2019/2019-07-13-sp.php

Can an atheist prove there is no God? No. It's impossible to prove a negative. To prove there is no God requires knowledge of everything everywhere... God may be busy working in the Andromeda galaxy right now. If they see no evidence here, can the atheist go check in the Andromeda galaxy? No. No one can have all knowledge of everything, everywhere. The best an atheist can say is, I do not believe God exists. It's a faith statement. The most anyone can say is they are agnostic, they don't know if God exists. For more information go to http://www.SciencePastor.com/atheist

Since There Is A Creation, There Must Be A Creator: In Romans chapter 1 God says everyone knows He exists because they can see the creation, but some people suppress that knowledge. And that means when they stand before God to be judged, they will have no excuse. "For the wrath of God is revealed from heaven against all ungodliness and unrighteousness of men who suppress the truth in unrighteousness, 19 because that which is known about God is evident within them; for God made it evident to them. For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through what has been made, so that they are without excuse. For even though they knew God, they did not honor Him as God or give thanks, but they became futile in their speculations, and their foolish heart was darkened. Professing to be wise, they became fools." - Romans 1:18-22 The principle is... if we see a painting, we know there is a painter. If we see a building, we know there is a builder. It's called the law of causality. If something has a beginning, it has a cause. We see the creation, we know there is a creator... God is real. For more information go to http://www.SciencePastor.com/creator

Part 2 of a series on Biblical government. What is the church? What is the church supposed to do? What is the relationship between the church and government? Is there a separation between church and state? The government has a ministry of justice. The church has a ministry of mercy and salvation. What does this mean? This 12 minute summary answers these questions. For additional information and more detail visit www.AJ83.com/government

Is your church or school encouraging the practice of Mindfulness? It's taught as a way to relax and calm down. What it actually is... is a form of Easter meditation. Yes, Mindfulness is calming because eastern mediation is all about calming your inner self... achieving inner quiet... And it works... but you are opening yourself to Satan and demons...not God. Mindfulness is not a Biblical practice. Learn more at http://www.SciencePastor.com/mindfulness

The author of "RUN! It's Jesus Calling" provides an introduction to some of the problems with the "Jesus Always" devotion, answering questions such as: Does the "Jesus" of Jesus Always correctly understand scripture? In addition, he reveals that this "Jesus" is training you (in Sarah Young's words). What is he training you in? New Age beliefs and practices. And what about all of the devotions being written as though Jesus is speaking? Is that a problem is is it acceptable? Based on the book "Should You RUN From Jesus Always" this video will give you a broad overview of the problems with the "Jesus Always" devotional book and why you should throw away your copy and RUN from the "Jesus Always" devotion.

What is government supposed to do? Learn the true purpose of government, and what prevents government from becoming evil, and you have learned how to use government to do evil. Government is to fight evil by carrying out justice. However, what is justice? And are there limits on what government is to do and how is government limited? What is supposed to prevent government for going beyond what it is supposed to do? This 12 minute summary answers these questions. For more detail visit www.AJ83.com/government to watch the three part series on Biblical government.

Humanists claim that because Christians believed in the supernatural, that instead of seeking scientific solutions, we turned exclusively to religious practices to get the assistance of supernatural beings or to thwart the influence of malicious ones. Thus belief in the supernatural is harmful. That is a complete mis-characterization, a strawman. It was Christianity and the belief in a consistent God that resulted in the blossoming of science. To learn more go to: http://www.AJ83.com/science

God has appointed three institutions to address human needs resulting from the fall: the family, government, and the church. This video discusses two key points from part 3 of a three-part series on Biblical government. Which is responsible for charity and welfare? Who is responsible for education? Biblical government expert Doug Lundin answers these questions based on scripture. To watch all three short videos, and all three full 30 minute videos, go to http://www.AJ83.com/government

Creation, or evolution, or both? Did God "create" by using evolution? In this video we take a look at what the Bible actually says to determine if evolution can fit in the Bible. We'll look at what the Bible says in both the Old Testament and the New Testament. Does Jesus say anything about this?

The government today is doing the opposite of what scripture says government should be doing. Romans 13:3 & 4 For rulers are not a cause of fear for good behavior, but for evil. Do you want to have no fear of authority? Do what is good and you will have praise from the same; for it is a minister of God to you for good. But if you do what is evil, be afraid; for it does not bear the sword for nothing; for it is a minister of God, an avenger who brings wrath on the one who practices evil. 1 Peter 2:13 & 14 Submit yourselves for the Lord’s sake to every human institution, whether to a king as the one in authority, 14 or to governors as sent by him for the punishment of evildoers and the praise of those who do right. 1 Timothy 2:1 & 2 First of all, then, I urge that entreaties and prayers, petitions and thanksgivings, be made on behalf of all men, for kings and all who are in authority, so that we may lead a tranquil and quiet life in all godliness and dignity. The government should not be involved in education, welfare, providing housing, providing school loans, or anything else not related to fighting evil and praising that which is good.

How can we know truth, if everyone has their own personal truth? If what is true for you, is true for you... and what is true for me is factual, we have stepped outside of reality. Truth is not found in a false reality. Even from an experiential, pragmatic standopint, if we each have our own, personal realities, we cannot even talk with each other... there is no basis for communication. And that seems to be the situation we are in today. What is needed is a foundation of universal truth. And there is one. MTA Podcast #001.

Is your church encouraging you to meditate? Watch out! ... most of what is taught is not Biblical meditation. The Bible tells us to meditate... on scripture. Biblical meditation involves prayer, and filling your mind with scripture. Eastern meditation involves focusing on a word or phrase, and excluding everything else... and looking to have a spiritual experience or feeling. For a comparison of eastern and Christian meditation, go to: http://www.sciencepastor.com/meditation

Yes... if you are good enough... meaning, if you are perfect. That's God's standard... perfection. Have you ever broken any of God's laws or commands? How many lies have you told? Have you ever taken something that does not belong to you? Has there ever been anything more important than God to you? God says, “All have sinned.” That means you have sinned... and deserve the just punishment... but there is an answer... For that answer go to http://www.SciencePastor.com/jesus

God has established government to do certain tasks, such as execute justice. On the other hand, there are many things government is not supposed to do, some of which fall into the realm of the church. The government has a ministry of justice and has a sword as its tool. The church has a ministry of mercy and its tool is God's Word. However, what happens if government is going beyond its Biblical role, and is not acting Biblically? Do the people have a right to revolt and overthrow the government? There are three videos in this series. Visit www.AJ83.com/government to watch them.

God has designed government, the family, and the church as human institutions that are God's means for dealing with mankind's fallen nature. The Biblical role of government is to be a minister of justice to fight evil (excute justice). We can learn what governmernt is not supposed to do by finding out what the church and the family are to do. The church is to be a minister of mercy using God's word as its primary tool. The family also has an important role that includes being responsible for the education of children. What does this mean and how does it work? To watch the two previous videos in this series go to: www.AJ83.com/government

What does it mean that God is love? We are commanded to love God and love our neighbor. What does that mean? Christians are to love one another. How do we do that? We are commanded to "love your enemies." I don't like my enemies! How can I love them? I can't control my feelings! But, we are commanded to love. What are being told to do? Are we able to love the way the Bible commands us to love? http://www.AJ83.com/love

How is the Chinese Coronavirus being stopped? Through sanitation and quarantine, and on the news they are saying quarantine was invented in 1500's... WRONG! Sanitation and quarantine are the tools being used, and they are very successful, but quarantine and sanitation were not "invented" 500 years ago. No. Both were prescribed by God 3400 years ago. God deserves the credit... God deserves the PRAISE! In the Middle Ages the black plague killed millions, except for the Jews. Many, many fewer Jews got sick and died. Why? Because they practiced what God instructed them to do, including good sanitation and quarantine. They followed the Levitical Laws and lived. BUT there is one MAJOR DIFFERENCE between what the Bible prescribes and what we are doing. The Bible prescribes quarantine for those who are sick. For the Wuhan virus EVERYONE is being quarantined.