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On today’s episode, we discuss some of the most difficult and puzzling Bible passages, tackling them from a layperson’s perspective with a panel of pastors and teachers. Mark kicks things off with a “20 questions” format, starting in Exodus 4 with the strange scene where God seeks to kill Moses until Zipporah circumcises their son, prompting a conversation about covenant obedience, guilt, and God’s standards for Israel’s leader. The group then moves into New Testament questions like the longer ending of Mark and whether signs such as speaking in tongues, picking up snakes, and drinking deadly poison were meant as universal commands or specific confirming signs for the early church. Along the way, they weave in church history, manuscript issues, and even a mini science lesson on the difference between venom and poison, noting that most venoms are only deadly when injected, not swallowed. The tone stays candid and humorous, but the hosts repeatedly emphasize careful reading, context, and the importance of aligning difficult texts with the broader message of Scripture. Don't miss it!