Many cite "5 steps" when it comes to God's plan of salvation. In this episode Aaron and Tony will look at this practice and discuss some issues with it specifically the idea that the first step is to hear because faith cometh by hearing the Word of God. Perhaps after this episode some will have a fuller understanding of this profound passage. for B…

There is a post on Facebook criticizing the Church of Christ in the USA. I find much of what the post says true but there are some issues born from biases, I belive. Join in Aaron and Tony as they disucss the propositions implied in the post. Has the Lord's church devolved into a denomination? for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and…

It is Free For All Friday once again. Join in live as from the beginning of the show we take your comments and questions live on the air. We pray someting edifying and informative is said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://…

After the death of Jesus, Peter said, 'I go a fishing,' returning to what was familiar during a time of uncertainty. This lesson explores the human tendency to retreat to comfort and the difference between grounding ourselves in Christ versus falling back into worldly habits. Returning to Christ in hardship is godly and strengthening, but reverting…

Have you ever thought about the lessons we can garner from a historical account that is somewhat relegated to a Sunday school story for children. Now, I do not believe we need to stop teaching those stories to our children, but maybe, just maybe, we need to review them as adults more. Join in as we discuss this interesting account and see what less…

Some claim that Christians—or those who profess to follow Christ—should be so focused on Jesus that earthly matters hold no significance. They argue that Christians who engage in discussions about politics and culture either lack faith or, worse, rebel against God. Aaron and Tony will tackle this topic today, using the latest presidential election …

It is Free For All Friday once again. Join in live as from the beginning of the show we take your comments and questions live on the air. We pray someting edifying and informative is said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://…

Galatians is an oft quoted verse. I wonder if its frequency of quotation has caused its meaning to be watered down? In this episode of Cogitations we'll explain the verse in its context and hopefully shine some light on it so as you look at it differently from here on out. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christ…

***Spoilers for the Wheel of Time*** I am currently rereading the Wheel of Time by Robert Jordan and finished by Brandon Sanderson. It is a high fantasy epoch that I was first introduced to in the early 90's. I have always been captured by the world building and character development. In this episode of Cogitations we'll look at an exchange between…

Today we have a special guest and a mail bag question from said guest. Join in as we take a look at a question sent to Barry O'Dell, editor of Fulton County Gospel News and evangelist for Mammoth Spring church of Christ, The question is ultimately about fellowship but focuses on church discipline. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send…

It is Free For All Friday once again. Join in live as from the beginning of the show we take your comments and questions live on the air. We pray someting edifying and informative is said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://…

In today's episode of Cogitations, we’re diving into the real meaning behind foot washing and how popular culture has distorted it into a feel-good symbol of universal acceptance. When Jesus washed the disciples' feet, it wasn’t a blanket endorsement of everyone but an act of fellowship and shared commitment among His followers. We’ll look at how J…

This show with Aaron and Tony will have them discussing the election with some stuff about politics, Christians voting, and Peanut the Squirrel. We pray someting edifying and informative is said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: h…

It is Free For All Friday once again. Join in live as from the beginning of the show we take your comments and questions live on the air. We pray someting edifying and informative is said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://…

In this episode I share with you a discussion we had in class about inspiration. We will use Galatians chapter one as a launch pad. Be sure to tune in as I am sure someting informative and edifying will be said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly kno…

A few days ago a question was asked on a post i shaired. If man has a sinful nature and can not help but to sin then how can a just God sentence him to an eternity in hell? I love this question and the moral dilemma implied in the question. We'll draw on th teachings of Paul where he answered, or at least dealth with, just such a question. for Bibl…

In this episode we'll look at the main idea of the book of James and Tony'll share some thoughts he had from listening to a sermon on James chapter 5. Tune in and take a listen and participate in the livestream. We pray something said will be edifying and encouraging. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianit…

For this episode we have an eclectic mix questions and all of them were bangers. If I say so myself, you will be edified and informed and, I believe, you will hear someting that will help you on your journey to eternity. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" for…

In this episode we;'ll discuss the authority Paul had from the perspective of Galatians 1. Paul makes a case that he preaches the truth and anyone who preaches anything different from what he preached that they were accursed. I pray someting edifying and informative is said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.chri…

In this episode, we explore how Christians can navigate political compromises on morally complex issues like abortion. Can a Christian politician compromise on legislation that doesn't fully align with biblical values but still reduces harm? We dive into the tension between moral conviction and political pragmatism, offering thoughtful insights on …

In this episode of Christianity Now, Tony Brewer and Aaron Dodson tackle the growing trend of deconstructing Christianity. More and more people are tearing apart the faith they once held, questioning core biblical doctrines, and reshaping their beliefs to align with modern cultural ideas. Tony and Aaron dig deep into the dangers of this movement, e…

In this episode of FFAF we discuss the recent news out of Harding University. Not so much the nuts and bolts but just the principle and phenomenon of these so-called Christian universities going off the rails. We pray something edifying and informative was said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow…

We have had a listener question. Can an elder still serve if one or more of his children leave Christianity can he still serve as an elder. Tune in and take a listen. Also, ask your questions. We'll do our best to answer. Someting is sure to be said that is edifying and informative. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: …

Everyone is going somewhere or waiting on something to happen all with a sense of urgency. If things do not play out on a timeline approved by us we get very anxious. This has been described in many ways, among them is "FOMO" or fear of missing out. This is a good thing, actually. This sense of urgency and FOMO can be harnessed. We NEED this attitu…

Can Christians celebrate Halloween? This topic and another will the the focus of conversation for today's episode of Christianity Now. I pray something edifying and informative are said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://tw…

This was a fund show. We covered a wide array of topics from finances to Jesus' deity. I pray someting edifying and informative was said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://twitter.com/1Chronicles1232 If you want to support …

In a conversation with a brother the idea of sin in relation to an act comes up. Specifically, Abraham committed sin when he asked his wife to claim to be his sister when she was also his wife. The was his 1/2 sister and his wife but in order to save his own skin he had her claim only the sister relation. This is a good segue into our topic of conv…

Well, l today is the show topic we were supposed to cover yesterday. I pray someting said will be edifying and informative. Join in live as we discuss the idea that we should be known as a people how honors obligations. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" form…

Well, Aaron and I was going to talk about obligation. We did some, but for the first 30 min we just kind of hung out and talked about some issues with interacting with folk driving and politeness, then prayer, predestination, sovereignty, and some other stuff. It was a really fun show that I, for one, really was blessed by. for Bible questions and …

In this episode of Cogitations Free For All Friday, we explore a wide range of topics including the role of church preschool and daycare programs, debates surrounding the moon landing and flat vs. round earth theories, the aftermath of Hurricane Helene and FEMA funding shortages, as well as some common academic dogmas. for Bible questions and show …

In this episode we'll discuss how the pain and hardships of life are not in vain but are a refiner's fire making us better than what we were all to the glory of God. We pray someting edifying and informative will be said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" fo…

I have been seeing stats and such that seem to convey that Christianity is on the decline. Rarely do statistics give the whole story and, so often, folk conflate and confuse correlation with causation. In today's episode we'll think and talk through this issue. We pray someting edifying and informative is said to help you along on your journey to e…

We must be careful not to offend folk who want to end the life of babies. This is the weirdest thing I have ever witnessed. I know I often use the superlative but in this case it is not ironic nor hyperbole. Tune in and take part in the conversation. Someting edifying and informative is sure to be said.or Bible questions and show topic suggestions …

We have a couple of questions to start with this week. Once we draw our audience and get some comments the show is all commenter driver. It is usually pretty entertaining and informative. We pray someting edifying and informative is said.for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to fol…

Questions of fellowship are almost always on the top of the list of frequently asked questions to any spiritual leader or mentor. In today's episode we'll talk about one aspect of fellowship, agreement. We do not often consider this. I pray something is said today that will help you on your journey to eternity. for Bible questions and show topic su…

IN this episode Aaron and Tony discuss how Christians are supposed to be in the world but not of the world. We pray something edifying and informative is said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://twitter.com/1Chronicles1232 I…

What about someone born into a situation where, from a human perspective, it seems like they have no chance of ever becoming a productive member of society, let alone a Christian? This is a tough question, but I believe the Bible has an answer. Tune in to the show, and I will explain what the Bible says about such situations. I pray someting will b…

In this episode we discuss moral dilemmas facing men whilst interacting with women, the man of sin/son of perdition, and a little about blood being thicker than water. This is our audience driven Friday show where anything goes, within reason. The show is always interesting and, hopefully, informative and edifying. for Bible questions and show topi…

The podcast episode before this one touched on the Pope's terrible hot take on the idea that no one religion can claim superiority. That is obviously not a quote. That is, however, the gist of what he said. This caused me to want to talk about the problems with man-made religion. So many decry "organized religion" with justification. My response is…

Well, the Pope, so called, claimed that multiple paths lead to heaven. This is no surprise as many a supposed religious leader make similar claims. I have a notion as to why, but that is not on the agenda for today. Today we will take a look at the absurdity of this claim in light of God's Word. The case will be made that if all paths lead to the s…

We have a wonderful listener question for today. How can we know we are saved if there are ways to be lost in ignorance? This is a doozie and it touches on God's mercy and justice in judgment. We pray that you tune in as Aaron and Tony discuss this exciting and encouraging topic. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www…

I have seen allot of folk talk about "the lesser of two evils: in relation to this election. I am afraid that that phrase does not mean exactly what folk think it means. In today's episode we'll talk about this phrase in relation to the upcoming election in the United States. I pray someting edifying and informative will be said that will help you …

For this FFAF we have a question about birth control. Some BC is abortifacient and terminates life. Some simply stops fertilization and is therefore safe. Today we will talk about the difference whilst our questions and comments begin rolling in. I pray something edifying and informative is said that helps you on your journey to eternity. for Bible…

Constantly complaining but never offering help? The Bible has a lot to say about that. In this video, we look at how criticism without solutions harms our faith and relationships, drawing on lessons from scripture to show how we can shift from grumbling to constructive action. Tune in to understand the importance of offering help, not just pointing…

We have had a listener question about mechanical instruments of music. It is a pretty specific question. Since I have not covered this topic in awhile I thought I just would cover the topic and answer the question toward the end of the podcast. This has been a pretty volatile topic in the past. Maybe we can change some hearts and minds today. for B…

This was an interesting episode that did deal with the topic at hand but also dealt with a wide swath of biblical principle. I pray something was said that is edifying and informative. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://twit…

One of the most harmful challenges any congregation faces is the attitude of entitlement. Our society has conditioned people to adopt this mindset, often viewing it as acceptable or even virtuous, despite its destructive nature. In this episode of Cogitations, we will examine what the Bible teaches about entitlement and explore the solutions God pr…

Tune in to our weekly stream where we take all questions and comments. it is always interesting and informative. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://twitter.com/1Chronicles1232 If you want to support the show monthly, www.pat…

Today we will ask a simple question, is the modern day practice of handling deadly serpents a true test of faith or a misrepresentation of what the Bible teaches? for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://twitter.com/1Chronicles123…

There are a few verses in the Bible that admittedly are difficult to interpret,. Today we'll talk about just such a verse. I pray someting edifying an informative is said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://twitter.com/1Chro…