Bible and Theology Matters: Insightful Conversations with Bible Scholars

Is Homosexuality Normal? In this episode of Bible and Theology Matters, host Paul Weaver sits down with Dr. Rosaria Butterfield to discuss the first lie addressed in her book Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age: “Homosexuality is Normal.” Drawing from her background as a former tenured professor of English and Women’s Studies, a scholar of critical theory and queer theory, and a former LGBTQ activist, Dr. Butterfield explains why the concept of homosexual orientation as an immutable identity is a modern invention, not a timeless reality. She traces its roots to 19th-century thought, engaging figures such as Freud, Marx, Darwin, and Michel Foucault, and contrasts these ideas with a biblical anthropology grounded in Scripture. Dr. Butterfield shares her powerful testimony of conversion to Christ, explains how the shift from behavior to identity has reshaped cultural and ecclesiastical thinking, and warns Christians against adopting the moral language and ideological categories of the secular left—including terms like sexual orientation, cisgender, pronouns, and sexual minority—which ultimately undermine the gospel.This conversation also addresses:• Why homosexuality as an ontological category contradict biblical teaching• How language functions as ideology, not neutrality • The dangers of parachurch compromise and theological drift • Why repentance—not rebranding—is essential for faithfulness• How the church can love prodigals without surrendering biblical truth• Why real hope requires change through Christ, not affirmation without transformationThis episode is a must-watch for Christians seeking clarity, courage, and compassion in a confused cultural moment.📖 BOOK DISCUSSED Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age – Dr. Rosaria Butterfield🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@BibleandTheologyMatters/?sub_confirmation=1 🔗 Stay Connected With Dr. Weaver.📘 Facebook (Paul Weaver): https://www.facebook.com/PaulDeanWeaver📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faith_affirming_findings/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-weaver-55070317/🌐 Website: https://www.bibleandtheologymatters.com/🌐 Website: https://pauldweaver.com/📩 To invite Dr. Weaver to speak at your church or conference, email at: [email protected] ============================= 🎬Suggested videos for you: ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Jf0c4cjxe0 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJQDvGEdW-0 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WBQODoZ2jGs ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eiM-yxQOm4g ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GcbFmrcsyvE ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=48NFw4RfrJ8 ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kl7XTzluDE ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rRQvs89mXTc ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dQEBTDfoaWA ▶️ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBy3-egeiu4

📖 Can archaeology Prove the Bible is Historically Reliable?In this announcement, Dr. Weaver, professor at Dallas Theological Seminary, invites you to join a brand-new, FREE 14-week course on Biblical Archaeology, beginning Wednesday, January 14th at 6:45 PM. This course explores some of the most compelling discoveries from biblical archaeology—including real artifacts, ancient inscriptions, and historical sites—that affirm the historical reliability of Scripture. Drawing from Dr. Weaver's book and video series Faith-Affirming Findings, we’ll examine evidence showing the Bible speaks about real people, real places, and real events.🧱 Archaeology doesn’t replace faith—but it powerfully supports it and equips believers to confidently defend the credibility of God’s Word in an increasingly skeptical world.📍 You can attend:In personOnline (live)Or watch the recordings afterward📥 To receive access to the videos, class notes, and announcements, you must register at:👉 fellowshipforney.org/fellowship-bible-instituteAs you consider how to start the new year, this is a meaningful opportunity to strengthen your faith, deepen your confidence in Scripture, and grow in your understanding of biblical history.📅 We begin January 14th at 6:45 PMWe would love for you to join us.

Is the Christmas story based on blind faith—or solid historical evidence? In this special Christmas episode of Bible and Theology Matters, Paul Weaver explores how biblical archaeology directly affirms the historicity of the Christmas story. From ancient Babylonian ration tablets to the massive stone architecture of Herod the Great, archaeology confirms the people, places, and political realities described in the Gospels.🔍 In this episode, you’ll discover:-How the Jehoiachin Ration Tablet proves the survival of the Davidic line-Why the Christmas story begins in Babylon—not Bethlehem-Archaeological evidence for Herod the Great, his paranoia, brutality, and building projects-How sites like the Herodium, Caesarea Maritima, and the Jerusalem Temple confirm the Gospel timeline-Why the Massacre of the Innocents (Matthew 2) fits perfectly with what we know of Herod from Josephus-How archaeology strengthens confidence in the historical reliability of ScriptureFar from undermining faith, archaeology reveals that the Christmas story is rooted in real history, real kings, real places, and real events—exactly as the Bible records.📖 “When the fullness of time had come, God sent forth His Son…” (Galatians 4:4)🎄 This Christmas, discover why the birth of Jesus Christ is not myth or legend—but history with eternal significance.🎥 Watch Faith Affirming Findings (6–10 min archaeology videos)📘 Pre-order the upcoming book Faith Affirming Findings (releasing May 26, 2026)🔔𝐃𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐮𝐛𝐬𝐜𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐦𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬. https://www.youtube.com/@BibleandTheologyMatters/?sub_confirmation=1 🔗 StayConnected With Dr. Weaver.📘 Facebook (Paul Weaver): https://www.facebook.com/PaulDeanWeaver📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faith_affirming_findings/💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-weaver-55070317/🌐 Website: https://www.bibleandtheologymatters.com/🌐 Website: https://pauldweaver.com/📩 To invite Dr. Weaver to speak at your church or conference, email at: [email protected]

Why does biblical prophecy matter—and what does Scripture really teach about the end times? In this powerful episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver is joined by Jeff Kinley and Todd Hampson—the Prophecy Pros—to discuss why eschatology matters today more than ever. Jeff and Todd have authored and contributed to more than a dozen books on biblical prophecy and are co-hosts of the popular Prophecy Pros Podcast. Together, they unpack their newest resource, A Visual Guide to the End Times, a creative and accessible survey of the chronology of end-times events.Whether you’re a pastor, student, or serious Bible learner, this conversation will help you:🔥 Understand why eschatology is essential—not optional🔥 See how prophecy shapes Christian hope, worldview, and daily living🔥 Gain clarity on the future events described in Scripture🔥 Appreciate visual learning tools that make complex prophecy understandableThis episode is sponsored by Dallas Theological Seminary—offering flexible degrees online, on campus, and around the world. Learn more at dts.edu.▶️ Subscribe for more conversations on Bible, theology, archaeology, and culture.▶️ Explore Faith Affirming Findings videos—short, visual biblical archaeology episodes that strengthen confidence in Scripture.📘 Resources Mentioned-A Visual Guide to the End Times — by Jeff Kinley & Todd Hampson-Prophecy Pros Podcast -Dallas Theological Seminary — dts.edu -Faith Affirming Findings YouTube Series -Faith Affirming Findings (book) — releasing March 24, 202600:00 Introduction to Eschatology and Its Importance 02:50 Engaging the Youth in Prophecy 06:11 The Significance of Studying Eschatology 09:01 Addressing the Void in Eschatological Teaching 11:46 Practical Implications of Eschatology for Believers 15:04 Creating Accessible Resources for the Next Generation 17:51 The Structure and Themes of the Visual Guide to the End Times 25:30 Exploring Revelation and Its Themes 26:52 Training Youth Pastors in Eschatology 27:49 Navigating Skepticism and Sensationalism 29:42 The Importance of Biblical Prophecy 32:34 Prophecy as an Apologetic Tool 34:02 The Role of Hermeneutics in Understanding Prophecy 36:25 Addressing Academic Pushback on Eschatology 39:14 Engaging with Different Theological Perspectives 41:35 The Impact of Social Media on Theological Discourse 46:50 Encouragement for Studying Eschatology

What are the core doctrines Christians must never compromise—and why are they under attack today? In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver interviews Dr. David Geisler, son of the late Dr. Norman Geisler, to discuss the newly expanded edition of Conviction Without Compromise by Dr. Norman Geisler and Ron Rhodes.Together they explore:✔ The 15 essential doctrines that define historic Christian orthodoxy✔ Why Geisler and Rhodes wrote Conviction Without Compromise✔ The alarming theological confusion in today’s church ✔ How the International Council on Biblical Inerrancy (ICBI) and the Chicago Statement shaped modern evangelicalism✔ Why biblical inerrancy is the foundation of every major Christian doctrine ✔ How to identify teachings that logically undermine Scripture✔ Dr. Geisler’s legacy in apologetics, philosophy, and Christian thought✔ The importance of standing firm with conviction, yet responding with charity✔ Encouragement for pastors and believers pressured to compromise biblical truthDr. David Geisler also shares insights about:• The Unqualified Movie—the documentary on his father’s life and influence• His father’s journey from being “almost illiterate at 17” to becoming one of the most influential apologists of the past century• Why today's church desperately needs clarity on essentials, non-essentials, and charity in all thingsIf you care about apologetics, Christian doctrine, the authority of Scripture, or the legacy of Dr. Norman Geisler, this conversation will strengthen your convictions and deepen your understanding of biblical truth.📘 Featured Book: Conviction Without Compromise: Standing Strong in the Core Beliefs of the Christian Faith By Dr. Norman Geisler & Ron Rhodes (Second Expanded Edition)🎬 Watch the Documentary “Norm Geisler: Unqualified” Learn about Dr. Geisler’s life, influence, and apologetic legacy.🙏 Sponsored by Dallas Theological Seminary (DTS) Learn more about flexible degrees, online courses, and theological training at: dts.edu▶️ Explore Paul Weaver’s Faith Affirming Findings Short videos on archaeological discoveries supporting the reliability of Scripture.Search: Bible and Theology Matters on YouTube. 🔔 If this encouraged you, please like, subscribe, and share. https://www.youtube.com/@BibleandTheo...🔗 Stay Connected With Dr. Weaver.📘 Facebook (Paul Weaver): https://www.facebook.com/PaulDeanWeaver📷 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/faith_affir...💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-weav...🌐 Website: https://www.bibleandtheologymatters.com/🌐 Website: https://pauldweaver.com/00:00 – Introduction01:19 – Overview of the Book Conviction Without Compromise01:45 – Identifying Essential vs. Non-Essential Doctrines05:05 – Challenges in the Church & Culture That Prompted the Book05:17 – Theological Confusion Among Christians Today (Ligonier Survey Findings)09:02 – The 15 Essential Doctrines of the Christian Faith10:28 – Why Inerrancy Is the Foundation of All Other Doctrines11:35 – The Chicago Statement & ICBI: A Historic Defense of Inerrancy16:02 – The Battle for the Bible Across Generations17:21 – The Problem of “Flexible Inerrancy” and Its Harm18:30 – Why Inerrancy Was Central to Norm Geisler’s Ministry20:22 – Behind the Movie Unqualified – Telling Geisler’s Story23:23 – Why the Film Is Subtitled “Unqualified”24:24 – How Conviction Without Compromise Reflects the Authors’ Legacy26:37 – Encouragement for Pastors & Believers Under Pressure to Compromise28:23 – Closing Thoughts, Resources, & Faith Affirming Findings Videos