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The determinetruth Podcast
by determinetruth
Understanding Scripture and the role of the Church in the 21st Century. We will wrestle with the Kingdom of God, the mission of God’s people, and how this applies to the Church in the 21st Century
Episodes
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Is “Literal” Bible Reading Really Literal? Exposing Christian Zionism with David Crump (Part 2)
What if the “literal” reading of the Bible used to defend Christian Zionism and Dispensationalism isn’t actually as literal as it claims? In Part 2 of our 6-part conversation, David Crump, author of The Power of Myth: Israeli Propaganda and Christian Zionism, exposes the weaknesses and...
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Christian Zionism: Does Modern Israel Fulfill the Biblical Promises? Episode #1
Does the Bible teach that modern Israel is the fulfillment of God’s promises to Abraham and Israel? In Part 1 of our interview with Dr. David Crump, we explore Chapter 1 of The Power of Myth and trace the story from Abraham through Israel, Jesus, and the New Testament. What does the whole of...
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New Testament Wrap-up & Goodbye Vinnie
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com After four years of studying the New Testament together, we've reached the end of a remarkable journey—and a new chapter for the Determine Truth Podcast. In this special episode, Rob and Vinnie reflect on their four-year overview of the New Testament,...
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Can Christians Change Their Minds? Faith, Politics & Pursuing Truth
Can Christians Change Their Minds? Faith, Politics & Pursuing Truth Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com Episode: Changing Your Mind, Pursuing Truth & Following Jesus What happens when following Jesus requires you to reconsider something you've believed your entire life? Can Christians...
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1,2,3 John: Agape Love Is NOT Unconditional Love?
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com What does it actually mean to “know” God? In this episode of the DetermineTruth Podcast, Vinnie and Rob explore 1, 2, and 3 John—three fascinating New Testament writings centered on truth, love, obedience, fellowship, and what it means to genuinely…
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Jude: Remain in the Love of God
Podcast Title: Jude: Remain in the love of God & have mercy on those who are wavering Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com The book of Jude is short—but it contains some of the strangest material in the New Testament. Why does Jude talk about rebellious angels? What does Genesis 6 have to...
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2 Peter: Beware of False Teachers
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com How do we recognize false teachers—and is false teaching only about getting our theology wrong? In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we explore 2 Peter and its urgent warning about false teachers within the church. While Christians often...
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1 Peter #2: Suffer Well for the Sake of Christ
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com What does 1 Peter really teach about suffering, submission, and responding to people who treat us unfairly? In this episode of the DetermineTruth Podcast, Vinnie and Rob continue their study of 1 Peter and explore Peter’s radical vision for Christian...
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1 Peter #1: Overview (with Dr. Gene Green)
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com https://faithfulresistance.com/ What if the Apostle Peter has played a far greater role in shaping Christian theology than many Christians realize? New Testament scholar Dr. Gene Green joins the Determined Truth Podcast to explore the theology of Peter...
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James #3: Fulfilling the Royal Law
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com What does James mean when he says that “faith without works is dead”? Christians—particularly Protestants—have wrestled with James 2 for centuries. Paul says that a person is justified by faith apart from works, while James says that a person is...
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What’s Next? A Major Determinetruth Update:
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com After nearly 280 podcast episodes together, we're entering a new season for Determined Truth. In this special update episode, Vinnie shares that he will be transitioning off the Determined Truth staff later this year to focus on his growing voiceover...
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James 2: Endurance, Justice & the Radical Way of Jesus
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com What was James really trying to accomplish when he wrote his letter to the early church? In Part 2 of our study through the Book of James, we move beyond individual verses to examine the larger message of the letter. James calls believers to endure...
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James #1: DOES JAMES CONTRADICT PAUL?
James 1: Does James Contradict Paul? Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com Does the book of James contradict Paul—or have Christians misunderstood James for centuries? In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we begin our study of the book of James by examining one of the most...
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Hebrews #3: Fulfillment Theology is just Replacement Theology?
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com What does the book of Hebrews mean when it says that Jesus is "better"? In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we conclude our study of Hebrews by exploring one of its central themes: Jesus is the fulfillment of everything the Old Testament...
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Hebrews #2: The Bible’s Best Sermon about Jesus
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com **Hebrews is one of the most theologically rich—and often overlooked—books in the New Testament. In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we continue our introduction to Hebrews by exploring why it has been so influential in Christian theology,...
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Hebrews 1: Who Wrote the Book of Hebrews?
www.determinetruth.com What is the book of Hebrews really about and who wrote it? In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we are joined by New Testament scholar Dana Harris to begin an in-depth exploration of one of the most fascinating—and often misunderstood—books in the New Testament....
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Philemon #2: Slavery & the Gospel
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com Does the New Testament support slavery? In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we conclude our study of Philemon, one of the shortest—and most debated—books in the New Testament. Paul's letter to Philemon centers on a runaway slave named...
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Philemon #1: Does the Bible Endorse Slavery?
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com The book of Philemon raises one of the most difficult questions in all of Scripture: What does the Bible actually say about slavery? In this episode of the Determine Truth Podcast, Rob and Vinnie begin a two-part discussion on Philemon, Onesimus, and…
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Scripture: Heal or Harm? | Steve Tracy on Spiritual Abuse & Church Leadership
www.determinetruth.com Can the Bible be used to justify abuse? In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we conclude our series on unhealthy churches, spiritual abuse, and religious trauma with author, theologian, and abuse expert Steve Tracy. Steve shares decades of experience helping...
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How Bible Verses Are Used to Justify Abuse
Learn more: https://determinetruth.com Can Bible verses be used to justify abuse? In this episode of the Determine Truth Podcast, we continue our series on toxic church culture, spiritual abuse, and unhealthy leadership by examining how churches sometimes protect institutions, reputations, and...
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Religious Trauma, Church Hurt & Moral Injury | Finding Healing After Spiritual Abuse
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com What happens when the place that was supposed to feel spiritually safe becomes the source of deep pain? In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we continue our conversation on religious trauma, spiritual abuse, PTSD, and moral injury with...
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Spiritual Abuse, Trauma & PTSD in the Church | A Christian Therapist Explains
Can church experiences cause real trauma? What is spiritual abuse? And how should Christians think about PTSD, anxiety, trauma, therapy, and healing? In this episode of the Determine Truth Podcast, we sit down with licensed marriage and family therapist Eric Winton to discuss the growing...
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Safeguarding the Church against S3XU@L ABUSE
In this episode of the Determined Truth Podcast, we continue our important conversation on abuse in the church—focusing on power dynamics, safeguarding, and how churches can become truly safe environments. What happens when leadership power is misused? How can churches protect the vulnerable…
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The Church’s S3XU@L ABUSE Pandemic
Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health, this time engaging the DIFFICULT conversation of s3xu@l abuse within the church and within church systems. We bring back our friend Somer Ransom to discuss her experience as a church practitioner and what she’s learned about this subject over...
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Between Two Kingdoms—Michael Bird: The role of the Church in the State
Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health, discussing Christians and Politics. In this special episode, the DT Pod replays a livestream from April 2024 with preeminent NT scholar, Dr. Michael Bird. In this interview, they discusses his book, "Jesus and the Powers." Explore the dynamic...
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Christian Involvement in Government—When Something’s Not Right?
Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health, discussing Christians and Politics. In this episode, they survey the various theological positions regarding how the Church should engage with the State and Politics. Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com Great Resources on the topic…
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Separating the Church & State—When Something’s Not Right?
Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health…and sometimes the lack thereof. What happens when politics overly influences the local church (on the right OR the left)?!?!?! What does it look like to be an American Christian in the church and be centered around Jesus instead of our…
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Women Experiencing Church Harm—When Something’s Not Right?
Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health…and sometimes the lack thereof. We have a return guest, our friend Somer Ransom, who shares perspectives on ways that women are often harmed within toxic church systems. This is part of a multi-episode conversation where we talk about...
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Scot McNight: Can The Church Be Good—When Something’s Not Right?
Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health…and sometimes the lackthereof. In this replay episode (July 2021), they bring on special guests Scot McKnight and Laura Barringer to discuss their book, A Church Called Tov. Tragically, in recent years, Christians have gotten used to…
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How to FORGIVE when Something’s Not Right
Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health…and sometimes the lackthereof. In this episode, they finish discussing the proper application of Matthew 18 when peers within the church need to resolve conflict. Then they spend exploring the biblical concept of Forgiveness: what it is, what…
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Something’s Not Right—Matthew 18 & Dealing with Conflicts
Rob and Vinnie continue their series on Church Health…and sometimes the lackthereof. In this episode, they ponder questions like: Can the congregation help reform an unhealthy church leadership? Should pastors view themselves as the “CEO”? What about Matthew 18 and dealing with conflict? What is…
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Something’s Not Right—Church Hurt, Abuse & Trauma
Rob, Vinnie, and Danny Hall continue discussing the issue of unhealthy church systems and leaders. In the first chunk, they address the pursuit of seeing the church as a kingdom family (and the importance of community that’s needed to become self-aware in our pursuit of health). In the second…
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Something’s Not Right—Toxic Church Models
Rob and Vinnie welcome Danny Hall begin a multi-episode discussion looking at toxic church environments. How has the “church growth” and “mega church” model (since the 1970s) impacted the modern church? What should a healthy church leader look like? How important is self-awareness for the church...
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The Pastoral Letters #15: 2 Timothy & Sola Scriptura?
Does 2 Timothy 3:16-17 teach Sola Scriptura? Is it actually a “pastoral letter”? Rob and Vinnie continue to discuss through the “Pastoral Letters” and in this episode give an overview of 2 Timothy, and the the church, the Gospel message (as fulfilled in Jesus), and what we should expect from...
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The Pastoral Letters #14: 1 Timothy 3 & Requirements for Pastors
Have churches misunderstood Paul’s message about the requirements for Pastors and Deacons in the church? Do we apply this chapter too literally, or maybe not literally enough? Rob and Vinnie continue to discuss the church, the Gospel message (as fulfilled in Jesus), and what we should expect from...
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The Pastoral Letters #13: The Pastor as Prophet? Disrupting Church Services?
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com/ EPISODE Are modern pastors supposed to prophesy? Is prophecy actually the “future telling of events” that we often think it is? How should the pastor respond when a church service is interrupted by a protest (like what recently happened in…
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The Pastoral Letters #12: Should Pastors Stop Preaching Sermons???
Check us out: https://www.determinetruth.com/ EPISODE Are traditional sermons the best way a pastor can effectively communicate the Word of God? In this episode, Vinnie and Rob continue to discuss the life of the church and how the modern sermon is often a hindrance to spiritual growth…
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The Pastoral Letters #11: Pastors, Churches, and Insider Language
EPISODE The Evangelical Church can be a weird place—we have our own customs and practices, and pastors are often Vinnie and Rob continue to discuss the life of the church: what pastors might struggle with, the insider language of the church, and FOLLOW THE PODCAST Subscribe to be notified of our...
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The Pastoral Letters #10: Church Government Models
THIS EPISODE How is your church organized? Have you ever thought about it? What are the different forms of church leadership and governmental models? Should each church be autonomous and overseen by one person, or should they be part of a collection of churches? What about house churches? There…
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The Pastoral Letters #9: Who Leads the Church?
THIS EPISODE Who are the leaders of the church supposed to be? How does accountability work for church leaders? What’s a healthy view of church discipline? Is there a “right way” to decide these things? In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue going through the Pastoral Letters, exploring the...
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Happy New Year! The Gospel & the Mission of the Church
THIS EPISODE In this episode, we welcome in the new year by replaying a very important Livestream that Rob did in 2024, highlighting the Gospel and the Mission of the Church, specifically by looking at Jesus’ Parable of the Sower, and understanding how the Parable provides insights into why the...
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Finishing Strong: Moving into 2026—Bonus Episode—Dr. Gary Burge
THIS EPISODE We look back on a great 2025 and look forward to an even better 2026! Rob and Vinnie reflect and share one of their favorite interviews from 2025—the renowned Dr. Gary Burge! Also, it’s the final week of the year, and a great time to make one last donation to a non-profit!...
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The Pastoral Letters #8: “Continuing to Explore the Prominence of Women”
The Pastoral Letters #8: “Continuing to explore the prominence of women” THIS EPISODE Have you really sat down to appreciate how important women are in the biblical story? In today’s show, Rob and Vinnie continue their discussion of the prominence of women in the Bible and in the early church....
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The Pastoral Letters #7: “The Prominence of Women in the Biblical Story”
The Pastoral Letters #7: “The Prominence of Women in the Biblical Story” THIS EPISODE In today’s show, Rob and Vinnie continue to discuss the topic of women in church leadership by doing a biblical survey, exploring the prominence of women in the biblical story. This is an important study because...
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The Pastoral Letters #6: “1st Timothy 2: Women & Authority”
THIS EPISODE Does the word “authority” always mean what we think? Rob & Vinnie go through 1 Timothy 2, specifically addressing some of the reasons why “Authority” shouldn’t be interpreted the way we might assume, and how a better understanding of Paul’s use of “authority” in 1 Timothy 2 should...
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The Pastoral Letters #5: “Women in Ministry”
The Pastoral Letters #5: “Women in Ministry” THIS EPISODE What’s the proper role of Women in Church Leadership? Is 1 Timothy just SUPER CLEAR about it? How might dogmatic patriarchal systems affect the women who serve the church? In this episode, Rob and Vinnie chat with Somer Ransom. Somer has a...
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The Pastoral Letters #4: Pastors in India: Determinetruth & the Indian Church
THIS EPISODE Do you know about the church in India? For years, Determinetruth has been equipping pastors and church leaders in India. In the summer of 2025, we partnered with Indian pastor Karunakar to launch the Determinetruth Kaapari International Bible Seminar: a bible college where dozens of...
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The Pastoral Letters #3: “Church Q&A w/ Dr. Jace Broadhurst”
THIS EPISODE Continuing from last week’s Q&A show, Rob & Vinnie are joined by pastor Dr. Jace Broadhurst, who answers the very same questions (and a few new ones). He gives a ton of great perspective on the beauty of the church, and the struggles that we constantly face. Join Jace’s “Tuesday...
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The Pastoral Letters #2: “Q&A on the Church”
THIS EPISODE Rob & Vinnie spend time asking questions about the church like: what are positive and negatives that they see in the church? Do buildings get in the way of the church carrying out its mission? Do we need to GO go to church if we are at home listening to sermons and worship music?...
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The Pastoral Letters #1: “Introduction & Overview”
THIS EPISODE Rob & Vinnie begin a study through the Pastoral Letters (1 & 2 Timothy and Titus). Over the coming episodes, they will explore many of the themes that Paul addresses, specifically for church leaders (and how it impacts the church). FOLLOW THE PODCAST Subscribe to be notified of our…
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