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Theological Sidebars
by Benjamin Pate
Join Dr. Benjamin Pate as he explores theological topics that arise out of content from his weekly messages, current events, and pretty much anything having to do with theology or the Bible. Benjamin Pate is pastor of Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN. He holds a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies from Gateway Seminary.
Episodes
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Some thoughts on the family of Jesus.
Matt 12:46-50Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TNFor more on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.orgVisit Oak Valley's Youtube Channel to watch live and archived worship services -...
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Old Testament Parallel Stories?
Reading Moses Seeing Jesus book - https://a.co/d/08OdVhMx
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Some thoughts on the unpardonable sin
Some thoughts on Matthew 12:30-32
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UFO Disclosure Imminent?
What do we make of stories of pastors and government officials getting ready for a mass UFO disclosure? Link to "Lights in the sky & Little Green Men" -...
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Was Paul Wrong and Should I Care?
Post shared from - https://x.com/Protestia/status/2047998124711354782Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TNAndrew Marquez (PhD, Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and...
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Is It Time For a 3rd Testament?!
https://www.christianpost.com/news/lesbian-bishop-yvette-flunder-says-bible-needs-third-testament.html?clickType=link-most-popularBen Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TNAndrew Marquez (PhD, Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean…
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Concerning Christians and Demons
Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TNFor Dr. Pate's Youtube visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebarsFor more on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.orgVisit Oak Valley's Youtube Channel to watch live and...
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What Happened in Dallas? SBC 2025
Recap of SBC 2025 in Dallas
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Questions on Divorce and Remarriage Revisited
See further discussion - https://youtu.be/LQyfDn3qq_c
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Expectations for SBC Annual Meeting 2025
Article referenced - https://centerforbaptistleadership.org/three-necessary-debates-for-real-unity-in-the-sbc/
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New Pope, Does it Matter for Us?
Comments on the new pope on 5/8/25
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Good Friday or Good Thursday? What Day Was Jesus Crucified? Thinking Through Some Options
What day was Jesus crucified? https://www.gotquestions.org/three-days.htmlhttps://biblicalblueprints.com/Resources/Crucifixion-Resurrection-Timeline
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Resurrection Prophecy? On The Third Day
Did the Scriptures anticipate a 3rd day resurrection of Jesus?
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Pastor Paula and Passover Period Blessings?
https://www.christianpost.com/news/trump-advisor-paula-white-cain-promises-supernatural-blessings.html
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How to Study the Bible
Tips for Bible Study For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebarsAndrew Marquez (PhD, Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.For Dr. Marquez's...
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Is the Pope Catholic?
Discussion on some of Pope Francis' newest claims. https://www.christianpost.com/news/pope-francis-claims-all-religions-are-a-path-to-god.html For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars Andrew Marquez (PhD, Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of…
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Trump, IVF, and Twitter AI Babies?
https://www.sbc.net/resource-library/resolutions/on-the-ethical-realities-of-reproductive-technologies-and-the-dignity-of-the-human-embryo/
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Demonic Olympic Games?!
A discussion on the 2024 Olympic Opening ceremony. For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars Andrew Marquez (PhD, Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church…
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Did God Save President Trump's Life?
Ben and Andrew discuss the recent assassination attempt on Donald Trump's life on 7/13. Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN For Dr. Pate's Youtube visit - youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars Andrew Marquez (PhD, Biblical Studies…
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Kirk Cameron Left California and Moved to WHERE?
Ben and Andrew discuss the topic of "fight by flight" https://www2.cbn.com/news/entertainment/kirk-cameron-didnt-feel-safe-ca-moved-family-state-values-god-family-and-country See also, Joel Webbon's book -...
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What the BIG vote will be about at the SBC Annual Meeting 2024
Ben and Andrew discuss the upcoming vote on the Law Amendment at the Southern Baptist Convention's Annual Meeting in Indianapolis. This is a big one and solid men are on both sides of this debate....
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BAPTIZE California and Baptism Questionnaires?
https://www.christianpost.com/news/california-sets-baptism-record-during-pentecost-sunday-event.html
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Russell Brand Gets BAPTIZED!
Ben interacts with the article on Russell Brand getting baptized. https://www.christianheadlines.com/contributors/milton-quintanilla/russell-brand-explains-more-on-recent-baptism-says-there-appears-to-be-a-return-to-religion.html
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What’s up with the United Methodist Church?!
Ben discusses the recent news coming out the United Methodist Church's general conference. https://www.christianpost.com/news/global-methodist-church-reacts-to-umcs-lgbt-votes.html
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Richard Dawkins the Cultural Christian?
Ben and Andrew's take on Richard Dawkins claiming to be a cultural Christian. Article referenced: https://www.christianpost.com/voices/traipsing-in-the-cultural-christianity-of-richard-dawkins.html Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in...
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What are Kanye's "Issues with Jesus"?
Ben reacts to an article on Kanye West's current relationship with Jesus. https://www.christiantoday.com/article/kanye.west.says.he.has.issues.with.jesus.and.is.putting.problems.into.his.own.hands/141530.htm
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Did Jesus Really Say, "Keep AWAY from the Bible"?
Ben reacts to an old video on X. Big question to ask: How did Jesus really view the Bible?
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Magical Mushroom Churches?
What are we to make of psychedelic churches? https://religionnews.com/2023/10/31/how-the-religiously-unaffiliated-finds-spirituality-and-purpose-in-psychedelic-churches/ Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN For Dr. Pate's...
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Tiktok Jesus?
Nope. Don't mess with it! See Exodus 20:4-6 Article discussed - https://religionnews.com/2023/11/16/a-tiktok-jesus-promises-divine-blessings-and-many-worldly-comforts/ Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN For Dr. Pate's…
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Facing Charges for PRAYING???
Ben reacts to the news https://www.dailywire.com/news/british-army-vet-faces-charges-after-thoughtcrime-of-praying-near-u-k-abortion-clinic What should the Christian response be to this? Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN…
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OTXNT - Who's in Charge? Family, Church, Government
What are the three spheres of authority that God has ordained? Is obedience to all three spheres absolute? Join us for today's OTXNT's discussion. Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit -...
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Submission in Marriage For TODAY?
What does the Bible mean by "submission" in marriage? Is it relevant for today or is it culturally rooted? How should a modern Christian marriage look like? Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel...
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Essentials
Starting Point Series: Essentials Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 9/24
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OTXNT - How should we pray about Israel and Palestine?
How should we be praying about the war with Israel and Gaza right now? Is it an easy prayer? Is it complicated? Ben and Andrew give some thoughts on the theological understanding of who Israel is and what our response should be to them and their actions. Join us for today's OTXNT's discussion.…
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OTXNT - The Bible ALONE? What about tradition? A look at Sola Scriptura
What do we mean by Sola Scriptura? What should it mean to submit to only the Bible as God's word? What role to church councils and tradition play in terms of authority in our practicing of the faith? Join us for today's OTXNT's discussion. Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead...
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Why Are We Here?
Sermon on the purpose of the church Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 9/17
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Decline of Christianity connected to the decline of MARRIAGE?
Is there a correlation between the decline of American Christianity and the collapse of marriages in the US? Ben reacts to an article that is argues the relationship between the two is very close. https://www.christianpost.com/news/how-marriage-and-fathers-influence-christian-faith-survey.html…
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Sodom and Gomorrah FOUND?
Have archaeologists found Sodom and Gomorrah? Ben reacts to the summer's news that Steven Collins believes that Sodom has been discovered and has evidence to prove it. Articlesreferenced:...
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OTXNT - Is "The Chosen" IDOLATROUS?
Does watching "The Chosen" violate the 2nd commandment? Is it idolatrous to have pictures of Jesus? Ben and Andrew react to an article from the Christian Post. https://www.christianpost.com/news/voddie-baucham-says-he-wont-watch-the-chosen.html Join us for today's OTXNT's discussion. Ben Pate...
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Authority of Godly Leaders?
Titus: Getting Things on Track Series Titus 1:10-16 Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 8/27
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Does a pastor/elder really have any AUTHORITY?
Does the pastor/elder have any real authority? How much? Is it limited or unlimited over the lives of church members? Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit -...
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OTXNT - Some sicknesses CAUSED by sin?
Is there a relationship between sickness and sin? Is it possible that God may, sometimes, discipline his children with sickness when they are in sin? Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit -...
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A Need For Godly Leaders, Part 2
Titus: Getting Things on Track Series Titus 1:5-9 Pt 2 Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 8/20
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A Need For Godly Leaders Pt 1
Titus: Getting Things on Track Series Titus 1:5-9 Pt 1 Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 8/13
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Is the Lord's prayer PROBLEMATIC?
Ben reacts to an article discussing some in the Anglican church who see "Our Father" as problematic. https://www.dailywire.com/news/anglican-leader-says-opening-of-lords-prayer-is-problematic-for-some Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in...
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OTXNT - Movie Series Sermons
What should we make of the trend to build sermon series off of movies? Is this helpful and relevant for reaching the lost? Does it have its place in a Sundayworship service? Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN For Dr. Pate's...
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Titus 1:1-4 - Knowledge that Leads to Godliness
Titus: Getting Things on Track Series Titus 1:1-4 Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 8/6
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Join Dr. Benjamin Pate as he explores theological topics that arise out of content from his weekly messages, current events, and pretty much anything having to do with theology or the Bible. Benjamin Pate is pastor of Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN. He holds a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies from Gateway Seminary.
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