Prove All Things

Angels and Heavenly Hosts

March 18, 2025 • Wynn Skelton, Mike Nolen, Jeff Reed

In this episode of Prove All Things, guest Wynn Skelton leads a discussion on angels and their roles as servants of God, exploring their responsibilities throughout the Bible from Genesis to Revelation. He delves into the various types of angels, such as seraphim and cherubim, and examines their duties, including guarding sacred places like the Garden of Eden. Wynn also touches on the concept of archangels, their unique responsibilities, and how their roles may offer insight into the future responsibilities of spirit beings in God's service.

Signs of the End Times: Prophecy and Current Events

March 11, 2025 • Bill Lussenheide, Jeff Reed, Mike James

In this episode of Prove All Things, we explore aligning current global events with biblical prophecies concerning the end times. We examine key signs such as the growing influence of the papacy, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, and the potential for a false peace in the Middle East, all of which may signal the approach of the final days. Additionally, we consider the rapid advancements in technology and the rise of moral decay, which echo prophecies from Daniel and Luke about the last days. As these developments unfold, we reflect on how they fit into God's divine plan, urging believers to remain vigilant and faithful as the end-times signs continue to take shape.

The Authority and Power of God

March 4, 2025 • Brian Smith, Mike James, Jeff Reed

In this episode of Prove All Things, we will explore Jesus Christ's authority and power. This unique kind of power, often referred to as "God Power," includes abilities such as the power to create, judge, forgive sins, have life "within Himself," and grant life. These are all divine powers, and Jesus possesses them all.

Wrestling with Bible Difficulties in the Old Testament

February 25, 2025 • Jeff Flanick, Jeff Reed, Mike James

In this episode of Prove All Things, guest Jeff Flanick explores the challenging passages in the Old Testament where God is perceived to be cruel or jealous. He investigates common questions and concerns about these difficult stories and the theological dilemmas they present. Through careful examination, the episode seeks clarity and context, offering a faithful perspective to understand these portrayals of God better. This discussion aims to help listeners reconcile these challenging passages with the broader message of Scripture.

What Defines a Body?

February 18, 2025 • Mike James, Jeff Reed

The word "body" has multiple definitions across various fields, including physical forms, groups, and substances, but it is fundamentally rooted in living organisms, as emphasized in scripture. Philosophical and scientific discussions often lead to confusion due to the variety of interpretations, such as considering a car body or movie body as analogous to a human body. Ultimately, while definitions can vary, the focus should remain on the body as understood in the context of God’s creation, with biblical teachings offering clarity and guidance against secular philosophies.

A Holy Heart Supersedes Rituals

February 11, 2025 • Olivia Doyle, Jeff Reed, Mike James

The story of Nadab and Abihu highlights the importance of having a holy heart in service to God, as their carelessness in offering "strange fire" resulted in immediate judgment. While Aaron's failure to eat the sin offering was also a ritual violation, his heart's grief over the loss of his sons led to God's mercy, showing that God values the condition of the heart over ritual observance. Ultimately, Jesus, as the perfect High Priest, fulfills the law's requirements with a holy, pure heart, allowing believers to approach God's holiness with confidence and offering a model of true worship that transcends mere rituals.

The Exodus Plagues

February 4, 2025 • Jeff Reed, Mike James

On this episode Tom Caelli discusses his upcoming course at Common Faith Academy, The Exodus Plagues. In this course, you’ll dive into ancient Egyptian culture and see how God used their own beliefs to challenge them. It will showcase the powerful work of God, revealing that the plagues were more than just a means to free the Israelites from slavery.

Within Your Gates California Wildfire Response

January 28, 2025 • Dan Russo, Jeff Reed, Mike James

Daniel Russo, Chairman of the Church of God Network, joins our program to talk about the impact of the California wildfires, which have affected many members of our Church of God community. Several have lost their homes, and many others have been displaced and faced significant financial burdens. In response, the Church of God Network is collaborating with multiple Church of God organizations to offer support to wildfire victims through the Within Your Gates program.

How We Got the Pentateuch (The Law of Moses)

January 21, 2025 • AJ Sanchez, Jeff Reed, Mike James

Many "experts" claim that the Hebrews were illiterate until the 7th, 6th, or even 5th century BC, suggesting that everything in the Bible up to that point was merely based on campfire stories and legends. In this program, guest AJ Sanchez explains why this view is incorrect.

Anthropomorphism in Scripture

January 14, 2025 • Olivia Doyle, Mike James, Jeff Reed

Anthropomorphism refers to attributing human characteristics to non-human entities, such as God, animals, or objects, and has been used in various religious contexts to make abstract concepts more relatable. While some biblical passages suggest God exhibits human-like traits, such as love and parenting, others caution against overly humanizing God, urging that He transcends human form and understanding. The idea has sparked theological debate, with early Christian thinkers and philosophers offering both support and criticism, ultimately leading to a tension between the desire to understand God through familiar human concepts and the recognition of His divine and ineffable nature. Learn more on this week's program.

Seeing God More Clearly Through the Lens of Time and Culture

January 7, 2025 • Robert Bates, Jeff Reed, Mike James

In this episode with guest Robert Bates, we explore how understanding the historical and cultural context of the Bible—particularly through the original Hebrew language—can deepen our comprehension of God's nature and actions. By examining the nuances of ancient Hebrew terms and concepts, we uncover layers of meaning often lost in translation.

Christian Eschatology

December 31, 2024 • Blake Silverstein, Jeff Reed, Mike James

In this week's program, we delve into Christian Eschatology, exploring the theological concepts surrounding the end times as understood within the Christian faith. With guests Blake Silverstein and Skip Martin, we will examine the various viewpoints on understanding prophetic fulfillment.

The International Centre for World Peace

December 24, 2024 • Jeff Reed, Mike James

Timothy Stahle and Richard Fowler discuss their organization, The International Centre for World Peace.

Do We Pick and Choose from God’s Law?

December 17, 2024 • Olivia Doyle, Mike James, Jeff Reed

In this week's program, we examine a thoughtful approach to applying God's laws in the lives of Christians. We will investigate how these sacred principles can be practically incorporated into everyday life, enabling believers to live in harmony with biblical teachings. Our discussion will highlight the importance of living according to all of God's laws rather than picking and choosing which ones to obey.

Apostasy in the Worldwide Church of God (Part Two)

December 10, 2024 • Carmine Russo, Jeff Reed, Mike James

Guest Carmine Russo continues the discussion of his experience with apostasy in the Worldwide Church of God.

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