Greetings, Remnant Fam and Happy New Year! Here’s what you’ll find in this week’s issue:

• Shows This Week:
  -BIBLICAL INERRANCY: What Does “Without Error” Really Mean? Interview with Dr. Richard Howe
  -SPIRITUAL WARFARE: Lessons from Haiti - Interview with Dr. Matt Ayars

• Intro to Christian Theology: Jan 1 Deadline for Presale Discount!

• RemCon 2025: Early Bird Discount Codes

• Patreon Live Q&A

• Your Questions Answered

• Last Week’s Shows:
  -Understanding the Cross: Exploring Atonement Theories with Dr. Sam Storms
  -Is God Real? Interview with Lee Strobel

• Replay: Charismatic Legalism: Confusing Convictions with Commandments

• End-of-Year Matching: Dec 31 Deadline to Double Your Donation!

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SHOWS THIS WEEK

Tune in to The Remnant Radio and join the Remnant community Live Chat on Monday’s and Wednesday’s at 4:00 p.m. CST / UTC-6.

BIBLICAL INERRANCY: What Does “Without Error” Really Mean? Interview with Dr. Richard Howe

From his correspondence theory of truth to the relationship between divine inspiration and inerrancy, we’ll explore how God’s nature necessarily implies an errorless Bible, examine the difference between legitimate literary devices and historical alterations, and wrestle with how to approach apparent discrepancies in the Gospels. As both a philosopher and theologian, Dr. Howe brings unique insights to this crucial doctrine that grounds our faith. Whether you’re wrestling with difficult passages or seeking a deeper understanding of biblical authority, this conversation offers crucial insights into how we read and trust God’s Word.

Join the Live Chat on Monday, December 30 at 4:00 p.m. CST/UTC-6.

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SPIRITUAL WARFARE: Lessons from Haiti - Interview with Dr. Matt Ayars

What happens when Western theology meets spiritual warfare on the mission field? We're sitting down with Dr. Matt Ayars, who spent years on the front lines of spiritual battle as President of Emmaus University in Haiti. Dr. Ayars brings a unique perspective as both a seasoned academic (current Lead Pastor of Wellspring Church in MS and former President of Wesley Biblical Seminary) and a missionary who has encountered spiritual warfare firsthand in a culture where voodoo and Christianity intersect.

We’ll explore: • Real experiences of spiritual warfare in Haiti • Biblical foundations from Genesis to Ephesians • Practical wisdom for spiritual battles • How Western Christians should understand spiritual warfare • The intersection of academic theology and spiritual reality

Whether you’re a missionary, pastor, or believer wanting to understand spiritual warfare better, this conversation bridges the gap between theological truth and practical experience. Join us for this powerful discussion with Dr. Ayars, host of Seminary Unboxed, as we unpack what spiritual warfare really looks like on the ground.

Join the Live Chat on Wednesday, January 1 at 4:00 p.m. CST / UTC-6!

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Introduction to Christian Theology

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PATREON LIVE Q&A

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Have a theology question? Drop it here. While we can't guarantee we'll tackle every question, we'll dive into one or two each week. So, fire away and let's explore together!

Question from Sal in California: I see in Isaiah, the Lord judging nations and people, Israel, Egypt, Moabites… the judgement is pretty harsh, barren lands, being overtaken by other people… Does God still judge nations like this to this day? He also forgives the nations when they repent or if I read it right, he also forgives and then they repent. What would it take nowadays, for example, how many people or who(from the people) would need to repent for the judgement to turn into forgiveness and blessing?

Answer: Yes, God still judges nations today, as His character and justice remain unchanging. There isn’t a massive difference between the Old and New Covenant regarding how nations are judged. While Israel had a specific covenant with God that governed its judgment, this was separate from how other nations were judged. The moral law of Israel represented a universal law, as referenced in Romans 2, which speaks of an unwritten law inscribed on the hearts of Gentiles - a law by which Gentile nations were and are still judged. With Jesus now ascended to God’s right hand, He continues to judge nations and empires as the King of Kings.

Saint Augustine, in “City of God,” addressed this concept when explaining Rome’s fall. He argued that Rome didn’t fall because it had become Christian, as pagans claimed, but because its empire and institutions adhered to the principles of the “city of man” rather than the “city of God.” In other words, Rome reaped what it sowed through its own wickedness and unrighteousness.

Regarding national repentance, Nineveh serves as a powerful example of how a nation’s collective turning to God can avert judgment. Another perspective is Abraham’s intercession for Sodom and Gomorrah, where he negotiated with God from 50 down to 10 righteous people. However, God doesn’t give us a specific number required for sparing a nation; instead, He invites us into a relationship of intercession and prayer. And, as referenced in Ezekiel, there can be instances where a nation’s wickedness becomes so severe that even the presence of righteous individuals (like Daniel, Abraham, or Job) wouldn’t prevent judgment, though these righteous ones themselves would be saved.

God is sovereign and deals with each situation differently. So while there’s no specific “quota” for repentance, 2 Chronicles 7:14 provides a pattern that starts with God’s people humbling themselves and seeking His face. May we, as the Church, lead the way in fulfilling this pattern in all nations across the world.

SHOWS LAST WEEK

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UNDERSTANDING THE CROSS: Exploring Atonement Theories with Sam Storms

What exactly happened on the cross? The answer is more multifaceted than you might think. In this episode, we’re joined by Dr. Sam Storms for a deep dive into the rich theological tapestry of atonement theories found in the book of Romans.

From penal substitution to Christus Victor, from ransom theory to moral influence - we’ll explore how these different perspectives help us grasp the profound meaning of Christ’s sacrifice. Dr. Storms will guide us through:

• How Romans presents multiple facets of the atonement • Why understanding various atonement theories matters • The relationship between God’s justice and love • Practical implications for believers today • How these theories unite rather than divide the church

Whether you’re wrestling with questions about Christ’s death, seeking deeper theological understanding, or wanting to appreciate the cross in new ways, this conversation will enrich your grasp of salvation’s wonderful mystery. Join us for this profound exploration of how Christ’s work on the cross brings transformation to our lives today.

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Is God Real? Interview with Lee Strobel

Every second, hundreds of people around the world type “Is God real?” into search engines. In this episode, we’re exploring this ultimate question with Lee Strobel, former atheist and legal editor of the Chicago Tribune, whose own journey to faith became the bestselling book “The Case for Christ.”

Drawing from his latest work “Is God Real?”, Lee brings his investigative journalism background and legal mind to examine the evidence for God’s existence. We’ll explore how recent scientific discoveries point to a Creator, why suffering doesn’t disprove God’s existence, evidence that sets Christianity apart from other faiths, what makes the “hidden God” reveal Himself, and the practical implications of God’s existence for our lives.

Whether you’re a skeptic seeking answers, a believer wrestling with doubt, or someone wanting to better articulate your faith, this conversation offers fresh insights into humanity’s most profound question. Join us as we examine the evidence with one of Christianity’s most respected investigators. Because as Lee discovered, the answer to “Is God real?” changes everything.

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Charismatic Legalism: Confusing Convictions with Commandments

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