Kootenai Church Conferences

QA2: Question and Answer with Jim Osman and Colonel Jeff Williams

Jeff Williams — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0700

In this extensive and final Q&A session, moderated by Pastor Jim Osman, Colonel Jeff Williams answered many questions about his space missions, faith, and scientific insights. Topics included the existence of a secret space program, the Space Force, evidence of the moon landing, astronaut training, faith conversations in space, and the Dominion mandate’s relevance to space exploration. Williams shared how his experiences in space enriched his faith and perspective. He also addressed practical aspects of life aboard the space station, future lunar exploration, and the theological implications of space travel.

Questions Asked:

Is there a secret space program?
What evidence supports the moon landing?
How long is the training to go to space?
Do you ever debate unsaved astronauts, and what proofs do you use?
Does the Dominion mandate of Genesis extend to space?
How have your experiences in space helped you grow in faith?
What are the crew's responsibilities, and what research is conducted on the space station?
What are the risks of using pure oxygen in spacesuits?
Should space travel be publicly or privately funded?
Will we explore space in eternity? Will you get to Mars?

...and more.

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Session 5 – Redeeming Science for God's Glory and Man's Benefit

Jeff Williams — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0700

Colonel Jeff Williams presented a framework for redeeming science for God's glory and man's benefit in this final session. He emphasized that the scientific endeavor is grounded in the authority of Scripture, beginning with Genesis. Williams highlighted God's creation's lawfulness, intelligibility, and provision, showing how science flourishes within a biblical worldview. He explained that human curiosity, discovery, and technological advancement reflect God's design and provision. Ultimately, the pursuit of knowledge points us to God's wisdom and glory, with true wisdom found in Jesus Christ.

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Session 4 – The Conflict Between Science and Scripture: History Revised

Jeff Williams — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0700

Colonel Jeff Williams explored the conflict between science and Scripture, exposing how revisionist history distorted public perception. He explained how the conflict between science and Scripture is rooted in secular propaganda and human rebellion against God's authority. Williams urged believers to reclaim a biblical worldview of science, highlighting that genuine scientific endeavor aligns with God’s truth, not against it.

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Session 3 – The Bible in the Age of Science: A History Lesson

Jeff Williams — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0700

Colonel Jeff Williams presented a historical look at the Bible in the age of science, highlighting how biblical presuppositions fueled true scientific discovery. He explained how faith-driven scientists once viewed their work as delighting in God’s created order. The Bible in the age of science was never in conflict, but instead provided the foundation for advancements in technology and understanding.

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Session 2 – God's Work of Creation and Man's Work of Science

Jeff Williams — Sat, 07 Jun 2025 09:00:00 -0700

Colonel Jeff Williams taught that God’s work of creation provides the ordered universe in which science thrives. He explained how human curiosity and discovery reflect God’s image and provision. By exploring God’s work of creation, believers can pursue science and technology for His glory and mankind’s benefit, with no conflict between faith and scientific endeavor rightly understood.

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QA1: Question and Answer with Jim Osman and Colonel Jeff Williams

Jeff Williams — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 19:00:00 -0700

In this engaging Christian astronaut interview, Colonel Jeff Williams shared his testimony, life as an astronaut, and biblical views on science. Hosted by Pastor Jim Osman, the discussion included spacewalks, the moon landing, Mars exploration, and how God’s work of creation shapes scientific pursuit. This Christian astronaut interview revealed how faith and science beautifully align.

Questions Asked:

How and when did the Lord save you? (Salvation testimony)
Is the moon landing real? Can you defend it?
Can you describe the process of a spacewalk?
Is colonizing other planets feasible?
Will humans set foot on Mars in your lifetime?

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Session 1 – Space Exploration Seen Through the Lens of Scripture

Jeff Williams — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 18:00:00 -0700

Colonel Jeff Williams opened the conference by presenting space exploration through Scripture. Sharing his experiences aboard the International Space Station, he explained how space exploration through Scripture reveals God’s provision, order, and glory in creation. Williams showed that believers can view science and space travel as expressions of God’s sustaining power and providence.

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QA2: Question and Answer with Jim Osman and Owen Strachan

Owen Strachan — Sat, 08 Jun 2024 14:00:00 -0700

In the Q&A session hosted by Pastor Jim Osman, Dr. Owen Strachan discusses how humans are image-bearers of God and the implications of this belief. Strachan emphasizes that being image bearers of God is not limited to specific attributes but encompasses our entire humanity. Osman and Strachan address how this concept influences our interactions and responsibilities within the Christian faith. Their insights provide a deep understanding of what it means to be image-bearers of God in today’s world.

Questions Asked:

In what ways are we image-bearers of God? Is it only the communicable attributes?
What guidelines would you recommend for how much time we spend with the world and how we spend time with them?
How should a church handle visitors and/or regularly attending homosexuals, trans people, etc.?
Can a man be truly saved if he is passive and checked out, angry, neglectful of family, not growing in fruits of the Spirit, prideful, and unwilling to hear correction or rebuke?
If a family rejects you because you won’t use their pronoun requests, do you step back and wait or try to engage, and if you engage, how?
How about someone who wants to be referred to by a different name? Should you honor that request?
Is there a difference between gender and sex?
Should women be wearing hats and head coverings in church today?
How do I learn to submit to and respect men as leaders and someday as husbands, seeing as how the only example I know has lost my respect?
How does one know if they’ve been called to singleness or marriage?
If Adam tried to stop and warn Eve, but she didn’t listen, would God still hold him responsible?
How far do you take the biblical directive that men are to lead and women are to nurture and help? Does it apply only within marriage? Can women lead in business, industry, or government positions? Women soldiers? Female marriage counseling?
How do the proponents of the modern-day cult of death deal with the reality that abortion and euthanasia were part of the Nazi regime?
What was your toughest conversation, and how did it end?
How do we, as leaders and parents emphasize God’s non-utilitarian purposes for humanity as we obey Him? What are God’s purposes for us as His image bearers?
Is there a war on women?
How much fun was it to drive Squirrel’s Miata?
Are you going to sing the Christian rap song that people wanted you to hear?

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Session 6 - God’s Design for Humanity: Men Who Go Toward the Fire

Owen Strachan — Sat, 08 Jun 2024 12:00:00 -0700

In this sermon, Dr. Owen Strachan explores the story of David and Goliath, emphasizing David’s godly strength and courage. Strachan highlights how, though unlikely and untrained, David defeats Goliath with his unwavering faith in God. He underscores the importance of finding strength in God to face life’s battles, drawing parallels to modern-day challenges.

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Session 5 - Satan’s Design for Humanity: Four Types of Ungodly Men

Owen Strachan — Sat, 08 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0700

In this sermon, Dr. Owen Strachan discusses four types of manhood found in the Bible, highlighting the lost man, the angry man, the soft man, and the exaggerated man. He explains the characteristics and failings of each type and emphasizes the importance of godly manhood. Strachan’s insights provide a deep understanding of how different types of manhood impact individuals and society.

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Session 4 - Satan's Design for Humanity: Paganism

Owen Strachan — Sat, 08 Jun 2024 10:00:00 -0700

In this sermon, Dr. Owen Strachan discusses Satan’s anti-design, contrasting it with God’s design. He explains how paganism embodies Satan’s anti-design, leading people away from godly living. Strachan emphasizes the need for Christians to understand and confront Satan’s anti-design, highlighting the importance of living according to God’s truths and rejecting pagan influences.

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Session 3 - God's Design for Humanity: Womanhood

Owen Strachan — Sat, 08 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0700

In a sermon by Dr. Owen Strachan, he explores biblical womanhood through Genesis, emphasizing the roles and responsibilities of women as helpers and nurturers. Strachan highlights how biblical womanhood is essential to God’s design and how women are called to support and nurture their families. His insights provide a deep understanding of what it means to embody biblical womanhood in today’s society.

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Session 2 - God's Design for Humanity: Manhood

Owen Strachan — Sat, 08 Jun 2024 08:00:00 -0700

In a sermon by Dr. Owen Strachan, he explores biblical manhood through Genesis, emphasizing the roles and responsibilities of men as protectors, providers, and leaders in the home. Strachan discusses how men are called to embody biblical manhood by following God’s commands and cultivating a godly family environment. His insights highlight the importance of understanding and living out biblical manhood in today’s society.

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QA1: Question and Answer with Jim Osman and Owen Strachan

Owen Strachan — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 19:00:00 -0700

Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the importance of biblical manhood and womanhood in a Q&A session with Jim Osman. Strachan shares his journey to faith, theological development, and passion for teaching the biblical roles of men and women. He emphasizes the need for the church to uphold these roles to glorify God. Biblical manhood and womanhood are central to his ministry and message.

Questions Asked:

How do you pronounce your last name?
How and when did the Lord save you?
When were you baptized?
Have you always had your current theological convictions?
How did you decide to go into full-time ministry?
What is the most challenging aspect of being a father and a husband?
How do you balance family and ministry life demands with a busy schedule?
Where do you currently serve in ministry?
How did you come to serve at the Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood?
What are your hobbies or non-ministry interests?
What books have most influenced and shaped you?
What books are you writing now?
What books are you reading right now?
What subjects interest you that you have not studied but plan to in the next five years?
If people want to follow you on social media, where can they find you?

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Session 1 - God's Design for Humanity: Image Bearers

Owen Strachan — Fri, 07 Jun 2024 18:00:00 -0700

Dr. Owen Strachan explores the profound concept of the “Image of God” in this session. He emphasizes the intrinsic worth and dignity of every human being, as each person reflects God’s glory. Strachan calls on believers to affirm this truth and to advocate for it in a culture that often devalues human life. The “Image of God” is a theological doctrine and a foundation for understanding humanity’s purpose and worth.

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Session 8 - Q&A with Costi Hinn

Costi Hinn — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 15:00:00 -0700

Questions from the Q&A during this session include the following:

Do you have any church recommendations in Tuscon?
How far away is Mark Driscoll from you, and how much influence does he have in your area?
Could you explain briefly what the "Apostololic Word" is?
Do you see any decline in the Prosperity Gospel's influence at all?
Has your uncle's ministry declined because he's getting older, or because a new generation has come in and doing newer, more modern things?
What kind of money comes into a crusade when you were working with your uncle?
In terms of money that comes in, is it large donations by celebrities or high-profile individuals, or smaller donations by the average person?
As a cessationist, how do you support a phrase like "Clear-thinking charismatic?" How does one not negate the other?
Is there any correlation fo the prosperity gospel movement and the correlation between the Jewish nation and the structure of giving financially to support the priesthood?
Is the YouVersion Bible App bad?
Luke 18:42 - Does faith heal?
Can you talk about the "Baptism of the Holy Spirit?" Why do Pentecostals talk about this?
Mark 9:38-41 - is a common argument against calling out false teachers. What do you say?
In your opinion, is it ok to stay in a church if a handful of people within the church are hyper-charismatic?
How might I approach communicating with friends who have left the truth behind and gone to Bethel School of Ministry?
What did the process of grief look like when you were dealing with the loss of community with your family and loved ones?
How do you personally teach rightly about "conviction" and "illumination" while at the same time rejecting "God told me."
Do you think most of these prosperity preachers genuinely believe what they preach, or are they doing it just for the money?
Have you seen any fabricated healings at any of these events?
In all your time in that movement, did you ever see any legitimate healings or miracles?
What other "faith teachers" have you met?
Do you know of anybody else that is like you that has come out of that movement and is now saved and sound in doctrine?

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Session 7 - The Gospel Is (Romans 1:16-17)

Costi Hinn — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 14:00:00 -0700

Three particular truths, the gospel is powerful, the gospel is propitiation, and the gospel is proclaimed.

The Gospel is powerful - It should be trusted to do its job. (Eph. 2:10)
The Gospel is propitiation - Christ brought reconciliation and paid the penalty for your sin. (Rom.3:23-25; 2Cor.5:21)
The Gospel is proclaimed - The gospel must be shared which is why we are here on this earth. (Acts 16:25)

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Session 6 - Reaching Those Caught in Deception (Jude 17-23)

Costi Hinn — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 13:00:00 -0700

“In-reach” - Seeking those who think they’re in; they’re a part of the church already, but are instead perishing. There are the doubters, the deceived, and the dangerous.

You need to remember the truth. v. 17-19
You need to grow in the truth. v. 20-21
You need to share the truth. v. 22-23

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Session 5 - The Church Standing Firm (Acts 20:28-30)

Costi Hinn — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 11:00:00 -0700

If you are a church standing firm, you need to be wise to Satan’s strategies. A look at reckless doctrine and our response of relentless devotion. As believers, we should…

Pray for the lost
Protect the standard for elders
Pay attention to sound doctrine
Provide care for the hurting
Put an emphasis on the eternal
Prepare to suffer for the gospel
Point out dangers
Preach the Word
Pass the torch

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Session 4 - Ten Ways Prosperity Theology Maligns the Gospel

Costi Hinn — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 10:00:00 -0700

The prosperity gospel distorts the biblical gospel.
…insults God’s nature.
…confuses the atonement.
…demeans Jesus Christ.
…twists Scripture.
…is motivated by the love of money.
…produces false converts.
…overcomplicates faith
…ruins Christianity’s witness.
…abuses vulnerable people.

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Session 3 - Heretical Heroes

Costi Hinn — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 09:00:00 -0700

The NAR/WOF trace their roots to three particular historical heroes or “generals” of the faith: Kathryn Kuhlman (faith healer), Oral Roberts (prosperity preacher), and Kenneth Hagin (crazy word of faith). This session is an overview of each of these historical figures and their contribution to the prosperity gospel/word of faith movement.

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Session 2 - Q&A with Costi Hinn

Costi Hinn — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 19:30:00 -0700

Questions from the Q&A during this session include the following:

Would you say that you were saved at your study desk reading John 5, or at another point in your life?
Did you have a fake conversion experience when you were younger?
As a Hinn, did you have exposure to non-prosperity gospel preaching from MacArthur, Begg, Sprout, etc?
How close are you to your Uncle Benny and your parents?
Have your family members read any of your books?
The God, Greed, and the Prosperity Gospel book, have you had any conversation with your parents about that?
Do your dad and your Uncle Benny still talk?
How many siblings do you have? And have you had any conversations with them?
How much speaking and preaching do you do outside of your church?
How many children do you have and their ages?
Homeschool? Christian School?
Does one of your children have an illness?
Have you had discussions with your parents from a theological standpoint regarding the healing of your son?
What are your hobbies and non-ministry interests?
After John MacArthur's John 1-11 Commentary and Chuck Swindoll's The Church Awakening, what are the 5 books that have radically shaped your life/theology?
Have you ever gone back and reconnected with your baseball coach?
You mentioned praying for celebrities and athletes during your family vacations. Who are some of them?
How did your immediate family become rich? Was it because of your Uncle Benny's ministry or from your dad's ministry?
In your book, you talked about your Uncle George dying of cancer. Was there a similar theological crisis for him not being healed?
After you came out of the prosperity gospel movement how long did it take you to get over the fear of speaking against your uncle Benny in the sense that it would cause a curse over you or your family?

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Session 1 - The Testimony of Costi Hinn

Costi Hinn — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 18:00:00 -0700

How the Lord brought Costi Hinn out of the depths of the prosperity gospel working with his uncle Benny Hinn to the saving gospel of Jesus Christ.

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2023 Women's Conference Session Four: Question & Answer

Lisa Hughes — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 15:00:00 -0700

Q&A with Lisa Hughes

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2023 Women's Conference Session 3: Facing Your Worst Fears With God's Strength (Habakkuk 3:16-19)

Lisa Hughes — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 14:00:00 -0700

As we face a future that is uncertain, we can become overwhelmed. Trusting in the sovereignty of God as the foundation of our hope, and knowing that He will equip us, strengthen us, and will lead us to a closer walk with Him.

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2023 Women's Conference Session 2: Facing Facts without Becoming Overwhelmed (Romans 4:18-21)

Lisa Hughes — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 12:00:00 -0700

In this session, we will learn how to trust God no matter how we feel. We need to stand firm on God's promises and give glory to God even though our circumstances may not change.

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2023 Women's Conference Session 1: Facing Uncertainty with Godly Courage (1 Corinthians 16:13-14)

Lisa Hughes — Sat, 15 Apr 2023 08:00:00 -0700

We are living in a very chaotic time and our future on this earth is very uncertain. Christ is returning soon (Luke 21:7-9). We will learn 5 commands to be on the alert and how to stand strong in our faith.

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Session 8: Round Table Discussion - Jim Osman, Justin Peters, John Samson, and Dan Phillips

Kootenai Community Church — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 15:00:00 -0800

A discussion about Cessationism and Continuationism. Some of the questions include:

How does one stratify error in categories, like nonessential and secondary? Isn’t all error an essential issue?
What is the difference or distinction between hearing the voice of God and the illuminating work of the Holy Spirit?
How does the Holy Spirit move today outside of the illuminating work?
And more…

The Cessationist Conference was made in cooperation with the upcoming Cessationist Film From the makers of the films Calvinist and Logic on Fire. More information at: https://linktr.ee/cessationistfilm

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Session 7: Why Do We Care?

Jim Osman — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 14:00:00 -0800

Is the cessation/continuation theology merely an academic exercise? What are the real-world implications of the issues we have discussed? How does continuationist theology affect my view of Scripture? Continuationism undermines the authority of Scripture, the centrality of Scripture, and the sufficiency of Scripture in the life of a believer.

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Session 6: How I Left The Charismatic Movement (Proverbs 23:23)

John Samson — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 12:30:00 -0800

The testimony of one engrossed in the charismatic deception for decades shares the way in which God used Scripture to deliver him from that error.

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Session 5: Charismaticism: A Different Biblical Approach

Dan Phillips — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 11:30:00 -0800

In Galatians, Paul models one excellent way to counter false teaching, whether legalism or Charismaticism: frontal, critical, hammer, and tongs. Paul unmasks the Judaizers as contrary to the Bible in general and the Gospel in particular. Elsewhere, however, the apostle deploys a different weapon from his arsenal. It is that dynamic tactic that will be our focus. | Download worksheet

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Session 4: A Biblical Theology of the Spirit's Work

John Reuther — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 10:00:00 -0800

A survey of the Person and Work of the Holy Spirit as promised in the Old Testament, structured by John the Baptist and Jesus in the Gospels, inaugurated at Pentecost, completed in the Apostolic Age, and perpetuated in the church today.

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Session 3: The New Testament Case For Fading Miracles (Selected Scriptures)

Andrew Rappaport — Sat, 19 Nov 2022 08:30:00 -0800

A theological approach to this subject demonstrates that miracles done through human agents were rare, and as the New Testament era came to a close, they faded in frequency.

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Session 2: The Modern Charismatic Resurgence

Justin Peters — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 19:30:00 -0800

In order to understand any theological movement, it helps to have at least a working knowledge of the origins of the movement. In this session, we will look at some of the main movers and shakers of the Pentecostal movement. We will look at the people, both men and women, who the charismatics claim are their heroes or “God’s Generals” as they call them. We will see that to a person, the generals of the charismatic movement were objective heretics, false prophets, and outright charlatans and hucksters.

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Session 1: Defining Cessationism (Ephesians 2:20; Selected Scriptures)

Kevin Hay — Fri, 18 Nov 2022 18:00:00 -0800

Defining cessationism, contrasting it with the doctrine of continuationism. This addresses certain mischaracterizations of cessationism and the myths associated with cessationist theology. An exposition of Ephesians 2:20 and other selected Scriptures.

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Session 7: Question and Answer

Dr. Don Kistler — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 14:30:00 -0700

The second Q&A session with Dr. Don Kistler.
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Dr. Don Kistler, founder of The Northampton Press. He holds the M. Div. and D. Min. degrees and is an ordained minister. As part of his preaching and teaching ministry, he has spoken at conferences with such notable figures as Dr. John MacArthur, Dr. R. C. Sproul, Dr. D. James Kennedy, Dr. J. I. Packer, Dr. John Gerstner, Elisabeth Elliot, Dr. Sinclair Ferguson, Dr. Michael Horton, Rev. Alistair Begg, Dr. Albert M. Mohler, the late Dr. James Boice, and Rev. Eric Alexander, to name just a few.

Dr. Kistler is the author of the book A Spectacle Unto God: The Life and Death of Christopher Love, and Why Read the Puritans Today? He is the editor of all the Soli Deo Gloria Puritan reprints and was a contributing author for Justification by Faith ALONE!; Sola Scriptura; Trust and Obey: Obedience and the Christian; Onward, Christian Soldiers: Protestants Affirm the Church; and Feed My Sheep: A Passionate Plea for Preaching.

He has edited over 150 books and currently resides in Orlando, FL.

You can find his publications at: https://www.donkistler.org/

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Session 6: The Five "Solas" - Salvation is of the Lord (Ephesians 1:1-13)

Dr. Don Kistler — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 13:00:00 -0700

This is a summary of the Five Solas of the Reformation, shown in Scripture.
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He has edited over 150 books and currently resides in Orlando, FL.

You can find his publications at: https://www.donkistler.org/

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Session 5: The Righteousness of Christ (Romans 3:19-30)

Dr. Don Kistler — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 11:00:00 -0700

We are saved by works in one sense, the works of Christ. It is what He did FOR us, not what He does IN us that matters.
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He has edited over 150 books and currently resides in Orlando, FL.

You can find his publications at: https://www.donkistler.org/

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Session 4: An Unfaithful People

Dr. Don Kistler — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 09:30:00 -0700

We must never forget the essence of the gospel. When that happens it leads to unholy alliances.
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He has edited over 150 books and currently resides in Orlando, FL.

You can find his publications at: https://www.donkistler.org/

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Session 3: An Historic Testimony (Jude 3-5)

Dr. Don Kistler — Sat, 29 Oct 2022 08:00:00 -0700

The gospel has never changed. It is the faith that has been once and for all delivered to the saints.
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He has edited over 150 books and currently resides in Orlando, FL.

You can find his publications at: https://www.donkistler.org/

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Session 2: Question and Answer

Dr. Don Kistler — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 20:00:00 -0700

The first Q&A Session with Dr. Don Kistler.
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He has edited over 150 books and currently resides in Orlando, FL.

You can find his publications at: https://www.donkistler.org/

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Session 1: What Brought On the Crisis?

Dr. Don Kistler — Fri, 28 Oct 2022 19:00:00 -0700

Why was there a reformation? Was it necessary?
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You can find his publications at: https://www.donkistler.org/

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Session 1: A Biblical Theology of Man, Racism, and the Church

Virgil Walker — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:35:11 -0700

Virgil provides definitions of man and disproves the existence of racism as there is only one race, the human race and we are all image bears of God.

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Session 2: Q&A with Darrell Harrison and Virgil Walker, Part 1

Jim Osman — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:34:36 -0700

Getting to know the speakers.

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Session 3: The Interconnectedness of CRT and Marxism

Darrell Harrison — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:33:13 -0700

Darrell walks through the timeline from Marxism to CRT. He also gives five reasons why CRT is unbiblical.

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Session 4: The Anti-Christ of Black Liberation Theology

Virgil Walker — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:32:30 -0700

Virgil reviews the five reasons why CRT is unbiblical. He shows the interconnection of the social gospel, liberation theology, and black liberation theology. He contrasts and compares civil rights with today’s social justice movement.

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Session 5: The Problem is Enmity, Not Ethnicity

Darrell Harrison — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:31:02 -0700

Darrell explains that there are no “-isms.” The manifestations of love and hate lead to the important truth that vertical reconciliation is necessary, not horizontal reconciliation.

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Session 6: Q&A with Darrell Harrison and Virgil Walker, Part 2

Jim Osman — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:30:36 -0700

Darrell and Virgil answered questions from the audience relevant to topics from the weekend.

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Session 7: The Marxist Eschatology of CRT, Part 1

Darrell Harrison — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:29:49 -0700

Darrell built the foundation for how Marxism and CRT have crept into our society and what we can expect it will look like as it continues to influence. He challenges the hearer to ask the most important question, “What is truth?”

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Session 8: The Marxist Eschatology of CRT, Part 2

Darrell Harrison — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:28:12 -0700

Darrell explains how CRT is infiltrating our society through the schools, the workplace, and most importantly our churches.

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Session 9: Wokeness, Whiteness, and the New Racism

Virgil Walker — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:27:10 -0700

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Session 10: Marxism and Social Justice in the Church

Virgil Walker — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:26:14 -0700

Virgil shares three things you should know to understand biblical justice. He also describes two components of God’s sovereignty.

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Session 11: Guarding the Flock from Woke Christianity

Virgil Walker — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:25:11 -0700

This session focused on helping the Church remember that the solution has been and always will be the Gospel. A challenge to the believer is to reflect on what is true and respond rightly.
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Session 12: Q&A with Darrell Harrison and Virgil Walker, Part 3

Jim Osman — Sat, 04 Jun 2022 12:24:32 -0700

Darrell and Virgil answered questions from the audience relevant to topics from the weekend.
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Session 1: A Precocious Heart and Mind: The Childhood of Charles Spurgeon

Phil Johnson — Sat, 22 May 2021 14:00:29 -0700

A brief overview and history of Charles Spurgeon's childhood. A six-year-old Charles confronts a church member of his grandfather's church at a local bar; Spurgeon's grandfather's funeral; memorizing hymns; Charles' upbringing by his father's sister, his Aunt Anne, and more.

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Session 2: Personal Q&A with Phil Johnson

Phil Johnson — Sat, 22 May 2021 13:00:18 -0700

Questions from this session include:

How did you meet your wife?
How many kids/grandkids? What do they do? Do they all live near you?
How did the Lord save you? What is your testimony?
What was your post-High School education?
How did you come to meet John MacArthur and end up at Grace Community Church?
What is your ministry at Grace?
What is your ministry at Grace to You?
Where do you find time to teach and be an elder?
Was Grace to You already a ministry when you arrived at GCC?
Spurgeon was committed to the doctrines of grace (Calvinism). When did you come to those convictions yourself?
Was Grace Community Church always known for its commitment to those doctrines?
How influential were you in shaping GCC in that area?
Has there been growth and development in that theology since you have been there?
Of all the elders at Grace, you are probably the most well-known outside John MacArthur. How many other elders are there?
Your online presence is quite ubiquitous (Twitter, Facebook, Pyromaniacs Blot, Phil’s Bookmarks, Spurgeon Archive).
When John is attacked, you seem to be the one who steps to line to defend him. How do you get tasked with that? Why is that so often the case?
What are your hobbies outside of Grace to You and Grace Community Church?
What do you do to relax?
What is your ideal vacation – money no object?
Tell me something true about yourself that most people who only know you from a distance (online) would find surprising.
Do you have any plans to write a book of your own?
What does the retirement plan of John MacArthur and Phil Johnson look like?
How do you get saddled with the most controversial topics at Shepherd’s Conference?
What happened to Too Wretched for Radio?
Were you and Jason Duchow separated at birth?

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Session 3: Look and Live: The Conversion of Charles Spurgeon

Phil Johnson — Sat, 22 May 2021 12:00:36 -0700

Spurgeon's conversion as a teenager. Spurgeon's recollection of utter depravity prior to his conversion. The influence of his parents and grandparents ultimately led to his conversion. His critique of Roman Catholicism called, The Antichrist and Her Brood, written at 15 years of age, and more.

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Session 4: A Marvelous Ministry: The Preaching of Charles Spurgeon, Part 1

Phil Johnson — Sat, 22 May 2021 11:00:38 -0700

More on the conversion of Charles Spurgeon as a teenager. The preaching style of Charles Spurgeon. Spurgeon's near-photographic memory. Hearing Spurgeon preach word-for-word in crowds as large as 23,000 without amplification, and more.

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Session 5: A Marvelous Ministry: The Preaching of Charles Spurgeon, Part 2

Phil Johnson — Sat, 22 May 2021 10:00:39 -0700

The preaching style of Charles Spurgeon continued. How Spurgeon defended the truth in his preaching. How Spurgeon prepared for his messages. The relationship and contrast of fellow preacher James Wells and Charles Spurgeon, and more.

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Session 6: Q&A

Phil Johnson — Sat, 22 May 2021 09:00:41 -0700

Questions from this session include:

For someone wanting to read a biography of Charles Spurgeon, what would you recommend?
Can you recommend your three best books on Spurgeon?
So many prominent Christian leaders end their lives surrounded by scandal, either sexual compromise or doctrinal compromise. Many have fallen even within our own lifetime. You work with a man who has been faithful and uncompromising through more than 50 years of pastoral ministry. Q: Was Spurgeon or his ministry ever accused of sexual or financial impropriety? What kinds of accusations, if any, were raised against Spurgeon?
How has John MacArthur protected himself against similar temptations and or failure?
Spurgeon’s productivity is legendary. Describe a typical week for Charles Spurgeon. What motivates a person to that kind of service?
The ministry of Grace to You has been similarly productive. It could be argued that there hasn’t been a greater force for the propagation of Biblical teaching in the history of the church. What motivates you and John MacArthur and your colleagues to this level of productivity for the kingdom?
Obviously, Phil Johnson and Charles Spurgeon would not agree on every point and nuance of theology. If Spurgeon were alive today and you could sit down to persuade him to change his mind on the biggest issue where you would disagree, what would that issue be, and how would you present your argument?
If you could live in the 1800s and serve alongside Spurgeon as you have for John MacArthur, what counsel would you give him that would: - improve his preaching? - improve his effectiveness? - prolong his life? - protect him?

From the Audience: Bonus Questions:

What are the historical roots of egalitarianism in the church?
Does this connect back to a particular ancient heresy or heretical group, or is it a modern invention?
What is the woke movement in evangelicalism, and what does it have to do with the gospel?
Recently GCC has been in the headlines because you are gathering to worship in defiance of state restrictions. This seems to have brought about a bit of nuance in GCC stance on civil disobedience. I heard Mike Riccardi reference some of the teachings of the reformers on the doctrine of the lesser magistrate and defying tyrants. Did the view among some of the elders change over this issue?

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Session 7: Greatheart at War: The Controversies of Charles Spurgeon

Phil Johnson — Sat, 22 May 2021 08:00:43 -0700

The drift of the Baptist Union, the Downgrade Controversy, and other controversies ultimately caused Spurgeon's bad health and eventually claimed his life. A fundamentalist who stood firm on biblical principles and never waivered.

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Session 8: Steadfast & Immovable: The Enduring Legacy of Spurgeon’s Influence

Phil Johnson — Sat, 22 May 2021 07:00:45 -0700

Charles Spurgeon's steadfast stand against other ministers following the drift of that day's culture and relevance. Staying true to Scripture. The ministry contrast between Charles Spurgeon and Joseph Parker and more.

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Session 9: Spurgeon & Cigars; Grace Church Update; Q&A

Phil Johnson — Sat, 22 May 2021 06:00:11 -0700

A brief discussion on Charles Spurgeon and his love for cigars. Also a brief Q&A at the end of this session on Spurgeon's cigars and Grace Community Church. For further reading, read Spurgeon's Love of Fine Cigars.

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Session 1: Genesis and the Gospel

Paul Taylor — Sat, 30 May 2020 10:47:20 -0700

Understanding Genesis is crucial to the Gospel and preaching the good news of Jesus Christ.

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Session 2: Question and Answer

Paul Taylor — Sat, 30 May 2020 10:46:55 -0700

Questions from the first Q&A Session with Paul Taylor include:

Who are your wife and kids? Where are they? What do they do?
Do you have children? Where are they? What do they do? Married? Grandchildren?
How did you meet your wife?
How did the Lord save you?
Give us your testimony.
What is your ministry in Castle Rock? * What kinds of tours do you give?
What qualifies you to speak with authority on creation, evolution, science, and catastrophism?
Have you always been a young earth creationist?
How did you come to this position?
How did you get connected to the Mount St. Helens Creation Center?
Who was the director before?
How did you become interested in Mount St. Helens?
How did you come to America? And where were you before that?
Tell us something about Ken Ham that is fascinating.
What church do you attend?
What is your theological stripe?
How do you serve in your local church?
What are your hobbies and non-ministry interests?
Tell us about your commentary on Genesis. Why is it unique?
Have you done any creation/evolution debates?
What does the future hold for Paul Taylor and the Mount St. Helens Creation Center?

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Session 3: How Old Is the Earth?

Paul Taylor — Sat, 30 May 2020 10:45:44 -0700

As Christians, all of our thinking should be based on Scripture. The fallacies of secular dating methods.

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Session 4: Where Birds Eat Horses

Paul Taylor — Sat, 30 May 2020 10:44:28 -0700

The language of evolution: fuzzy words, magic words, bait-and-switch, and deliberate bias.

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Session 5: Mount St. Helens – A Message For Today

Paul Taylor — Sat, 30 May 2020 10:43:15 -0700

Things happened on a small scale during the eruption of Mount St. Helens and what happened during the global flood. Events that evolutionists state take millions of years are shown to be done in days, weeks, months, even mere hours.

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Session 6: Lunch Session Question and Answer

Paul Taylor — Sat, 30 May 2020 10:42:14 -0700

Some of the questions from the second Q&A Session with Paul Taylor include:

What biblical proof do we have that speaks to Jesus' body being perfect like Adam before the fall?
Would sickness and other ailments not have afflicted him?
Do you know the number of times the New Testament references things found in Genesis?
What are some of the most important areas of study for homeschool teachers or Sunday School teachers?
You mentioned the water canopy theory no longer being believed by most creation-science models, what other incorrect things do biblical creationists commonly believe?
Do you make videos of evolution vs. creation for homeschools?
Are we (Christians) related to those who don't believe in God?
What do evolutionists say about the layers of rock that have quickly formed in the canyons of Mount St. Helens?
What is the motivation for Christians who promote old-earth creationism?
and more...

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Session 7: No Compromise

Paul Taylor — Sat, 30 May 2020 10:41:44 -0700

Were there six days in Genesis 1 six literal 24-hour days? A discussion about Gap Theory, Progressive Creation, Theistic Evolution, and Local Flood Theory.

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Session 8: Final Question and Answer

Paul Taylor — Sat, 30 May 2020 10:40:18 -0700

Some of the questions from the last and final Q&A Session with Paul Taylor include:

Do you believe Adam and Eve were saved?
Can the age of the earth prove or refute the idea of global warming?
Why is there a lot of radon exposure in Idaho?
You suggested that the earth is not the center of the universe.
and more...

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Session 1 – Making a Case for Life on Hostile Turf

Scott Klusendorf — Sat, 19 Oct 2019 12:06:44 -0700

The three most important words for the pro-life apologist: Syllogism, Syllogism, Syllogism. Define your terms or get clobbered!

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Session 2 – First Round of Q&A

Scott Klusendorf — Sat, 19 Oct 2019 12:03:36 -0700

Question and Answer session with Scott Klusendorf with Pastor Jim Osman moderating.

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Session 3 – Five Bad Ways People Argue About Abortion

Scott Klusendorf — Sat, 19 Oct 2019 12:00:49 -0700

They assume rather than argue; they attack rather than argue; they assert rather than argue; they confuse functioning as a human with being a human; and they hide behind the hard cases.

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Session 4 – The Case Against Relativism

Scott Klusendorf — Sat, 19 Oct 2019 11:56:06 -0700

Relativism defined: What's right and wrong is up to us to decide either individually or as a society. There are no objective standards of morality that we are beholden to independent of personal tastes or culture.

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Session 5 – Encounter with Dr. Zeke Diversity, Abortion-Advocate

Scott Klusendorf — Sat, 19 Oct 2019 11:52:56 -0700

An abortion advocate's argument that the pro-life position fails the test of reason in 5 key areas: Intuitions, Science, Philosophy, Theology, and Sociology.

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Session 6 – Tactics: What Dr. Zeke Gets Wrong

Scott Klusendorf — Sat, 19 Oct 2019 11:48:10 -0700

Dr. Zeke never cited a formal pro-life syllogism and never showed where it went wrong; instead, he just launched into his own presentation. Thus, he did not refute much of anything.

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Session 7 – Tactics: Handling Objections with Grace and Truth

Scott Klusendorf — Sat, 19 Oct 2019 11:44:03 -0700

When you're under fire, you can get back in the driver's seat by asking 3 key questions: What do you mean by that? How did you come to that conclusion? And have you considered the implications of your view?

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Session 8 – Second Round of Q&A

Scott Klusendorf — Sat, 19 Oct 2019 11:37:01 -0700

The final round of Q&A with Scott Klusendorf; Pastor Jim Osman moderating.

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Session 1: The Ultimate Proof of Creation

Jason Lisle — Sat, 18 May 2019 21:00:16 -0700

There is an argument for creation that is powerful, conclusive and has no true rebuttal. As such, it is an irrefutable argument -- an "ultimate proof" of the Christian worldview biblical creation.

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Session 2: Q&A with Dr. Jason Lisle

Jason Lisle — Sat, 18 May 2019 20:00:24 -0700

Q&A Session with Dr. Jason Lisle moderated by Pastor Jim Osman.

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Session 3: Understanding Genesis

Jason Lisle — Sat, 18 May 2019 19:00:00 -0700

There are many opinions and subsequent interpretations on the Book of Genesis. What did the author of Genesis intend and how can we possibly know, or is the important thing only what the Bible "means to you?"

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Session 4: Astronomy Reveals Creation

Jason Lisle — Sat, 18 May 2019 18:00:03 -0700

What does the Bible have to say about astronomy? Does the science of the cosmos support a big bang and billions of years, or does it confirm biblical creation? We are told that light from distant galaxies takes billions of years to reach earth, but is this really true?

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Session 5: Science Confirms Biblical Creation

Jason Lisle — Sat, 18 May 2019 17:00:31 -0700

Creation or evolution? This debate is one of the most vital issues of our time. It is extremely important for all people to know the truth about origins. The Christian especially needs to know the truth of the Genesis account of creation.

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Session 6: Q&A with Dr. Jason Lisle

Jason Lisle — Sat, 18 May 2019 16:00:36 -0700

Q&A Session with Dr. Jason Lisle moderated by Pastor Jim Osman. Learn more at The Biblical Science Institute.

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Session 7: Fractals – The Secret Code of Creation

Jason Lisle — Sat, 18 May 2019 15:00:53 -0700

God and Mathematics, The Mandelbrot Set and fractals, God's secret code of creation. Learn more at The Biblical Science Institute.

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Session 8: Q&A with Dr. Jason Lisle

Jason Lisle — Sat, 18 May 2019 14:00:10 -0700

The final Q&A Session with Dr. Jason Lisle moderated by Pastor Jim Osman. Learn more at The Biblical Science Institute.

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Session 1: Ambassador Evangelism – Disarming the Opponent’s Defenses

Andrew Rappaport — Thu, 18 Oct 2018 15:30:00 -0700