In this episode, the group discusses if Jesus was a failed apocalyptic prophet based on certain Scriptures? Or do we, as the readers of the Bible, need to look closer at the context of Scripture, especially the more difficult passages, to find clearer meaning and direction. References: Matthew 16:28 Matthew 24:34-36 1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 Revelation 22:12 Website - https://lightengroup.org/ (https://lightengroup.org) Instagram – https://instagram.com/lightengroup (https://instagram.com/lightengroup) Facebook – https://facebook.com/lightengroup (https://facebook.com/lightengroup)

In this episode, the group discusses why there are other religions in the world, how Christianity is an exclusive faith, and how we choose between them all. They talk about how human beings’ desire to ask why and look for answers causes us to look beyond ourselves and ultimately finding God, the creator of everything and the God who saves. References: Richard Dawkins – British Evolutionary Biologist Tim Keller – American Pastor, Theologian, and Christian Apologist Intellectual Colonialism Derek’s Article On Religions - https://lightengroup.org/why-choose-a-religion-why-christianity-series-1/ (https://lightengroup.org/why-choose-a-religion-why-christianity-series-1/) Website - https://lightengroup.org/ (https://lightengroup.org) Instagram – https://instagram.com/lightengroup (https://instagram.com/lightengroup) Facebook – https://facebook.com/lightengroup (https://facebook.com/lightengroup)

In today’s episode, the group recorded a live episode via http://youtube.com/lightengroup (YouTube) and https://facebook.com/lightengroup (Facebook) on August 25th, 2022! They answered questions that YOU, the listeners, have sent in as well as questions that were asked live via chat. Today’s episode is longer than usual but we think it’s worth the listen as the Where We Begin team continues to point people to the love of Jesus Christ. Website - https://lightengroup.org/ (https://lightengroup.org) Instagram – https://instagram.com/lightengroup (https://instagram.com/lightengroup) Facebook – https://facebook.com/lightengroup (https://facebook.com/lightengroup) YouTube – http://youtube.com/lightengroup (http://youtube.com/lightengroup)

In today’s episode, the group discusses why Christians are sometimes seen as mean and hateful despite believing that the Holy Spirit is directing them, especially since the Holy Spirit is described as a guide, an advocate, loving, and patient. References: John 17:1-26 – “The High Priestly Prayer” John 13:35 Galatians 5:22-23 Saint Teresa of Ávila – “The Interior Castle” Email - [email protected] Website - https://lightengroup.org/ (https://lightengroup.org) Instagram – https://instagram.com/lightengroup (https://instagram.com/lightengroup) Facebook – https://facebook.com/lightengroup (https://facebook.com/lightengroup) Give - https://lightengroup.org/give/ (https://lightengroup.org/give/)

Does God love non-believers? In today’s episode, the group looks at this question. How can God love all people if not everyone believes He exists and how does that love change the way we interact with the people in our everyday life? References: Psalm 11:5 Hosea 4:6 Matthew 5:43-45 Romans 9:13 Derek’s Articles on Old Testament Violence: https://lightengroup.org/old-testament-violence-series/ (https://lightengroup.org/old-testament-violence-series/) Email - [email protected] Website - https://lightengroup.org/ (https://lightengroup.org) Instagram – https://instagram.com/lightengroup (https://instagram.com/lightengroup) Facebook – https://facebook.com/lightengroup (https://facebook.com/lightengroup) Give - https://lightengroup.org/give/ (https://lightengroup.org/give/)

In today’s episode, the group talks about the differences between the payment for and the forgiveness of sin, its impact on our lives and our relationships, and how God sees it and how God heals it. References: Hebrews 10:4 Octavius Winslow – 19th Century Evangelical Preacher in England and America Email - [email protected] Website - https://lightengroup.org/ (https://lightengroup.org) Instagram – https://instagram.com/lightengroup (https://instagram.com/lightengroup) Facebook – https://facebook.com/lightengroup (https://facebook.com/lightengroup) Give - https://lightengroup.org/give/ (https://lightengroup.org/give/)

In today’s episode, the group talks about if humans will be the only living creatures in the “New Earth?” If not just pets, then will all animals be there too? Listen to find out! References: Dante Alighieri – Inferno John Milton – Paradise Lost Mandisa – “You Wouldn’t Cry” [song] Alexander Pope – “An Essay On Man: Epistle 1” Genesis 1:30, 6:17, 7:15, 7:22 – ‘Rauch’ Genesis 1:20-21, 24, 30, 9:9-10 – ‘Nephesh’ Genesis 8 and 9 Romans 8:18 Email - [email protected] Website - https://lightengroup.org/ (https://lightengroup.org) Instagram – https://instagram.com/lightengroup (https://instagram.com/lightengroup) Facebook – https://facebook.com/lightengroup (https://facebook.com/lightengroup) Give - https://lightengroup.org/give/ (https://lightengroup.org/give/)

In today’s episode, the group discusses the idea that if we all have mothers and fathers then did God have parents before the earth was made? Listen to find out! References: Infinite Regress Richard Dawkins – British Evolutionary Biologist and Author Neil deGrasse Tyson – American Astrophysicist, Planetary Scientist, Author, and Science Communicator Lawrence Krauss – “A Universe from Nothing” Stephen Hawking – English Theoretical Physicist, Cosmologist, and Author George Lemaitre – Belgian Catholic Priest, Theoretical Physicist, Mathematician, Astronomer, and Professor of Physics Fred Hoyle – British Astronomer George Greenstein – Astrophysicist, Educator, and Writer Paul Davies – English Physicist, Writer, and Professor at Arizona State University William Lane Craig – American Analytic Philosopher, Christian Apologist, Author, and Wesleyan Theologian Robert Jastrow – American Astronomer and Planetary Physicist Antony Flew – British Philosopher Email - [email protected] Website - https://lightengroup.org/ (https://lightengroup.org) Instagram – https://instagram.com/lightengroup (https://instagram.com/lightengroup) Facebook – https://facebook.com/lightengroup (https://facebook.com/lightengroup) Give - https://lightengroup.org/give/ (https://lightengroup.org/give/)

In this episode, the group discusses the contextual differences in Old Testament and Pharisaical Laws and how when Jesus became our High Priest in the New Testament, he brought a new Law. References: http://www.Hebraicthought.org (HebraicThought.org) Michael LeFebvre – American Presbyterian Minister and fellow with the Center for Pastor Theologians Hebrews 8:13 Email - [email protected] Website - https://lightengroup.org (https://lightengroup.org) Instagram – https://instagram.com/lightengroup (https://instagram.com/lightengroup) Facebook – https://facebook.com/lightengroup (https://facebook.com/lightengroup) Give - https://lightengroup.org/give/ (https://lightengroup.org/give/)

In this episode, the group discusses whether dinosaurs even existed as well as if, where, and how the Bible talks about them? References: Job, Chapters 40 and 41 Derek’s Articles https://lightengroup.org/creation-and-creator-old-testament-copying-series-1/ (https://lightengroup.org/creation-and-creator-old-testament-copying-series-1/) https://lightengroup.org/floods-and-plagues-old-testament-copying-series-2/ (https://lightengroup.org/floods-and-plagues-old-testament-copying-series-2/) Email - [email protected] Website - https://lightengroup.org (https://lightengroup.org) Instagram – https://instagram.com/lightengroup (https://instagram.com/lightengroup) Facebook – https://facebook.com/lightengroup (https://facebook.com/lightengroup) Give - https://lightengroup.org/give/ (https://lightengroup.org/give/)