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Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss one of the most prominent difficulties of the Christian. Assurance.

We know Joseph didn't conceive Jesus. One of these reasons is because if he did, Jesus would have inherited Joseph's sin nature. However, Mary was a sinner. Why didn't Jesus inherit her sin?

We're often told that God forgets our sin and we're to do likewise. If that is the case, how do we use sound judgement for some of our decision making? For example, I can forgive someone for robbing my house, but I probably won't ask them to housesit for me. Is that sound?

Galatians 6:7 says that a man reaps what he sows. Is this the same thing as karma described by Hinduism?

Revelation 20:11-15 describes Hell and the ocean giving up the dead in order to be judged by God. Why? Isn't Hell already the judgement that they've received? Why be judged for something that they've already been sentenced to? Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss this great question.

Do you have a big decision to make? Do you find yourself at a fork in the road? How can you know what to do? How can you know God's will for you? In today's episode, join the two as they discuss what it means to know God's will and how you can do that in your life.

Sure. It's fun to think of what our perfected bodies will one day be like. However, have you ever wondered why we will have them. In today's episode, join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss why believers may have a resurrection body.

Some OT books can seem more perspirational rather than inspirational. Numbers can be this way at times. As people living in the midst of the new covenant, what can we glean from this book to have a closer relationship with Christ?

Some books and passages can go over our head at face value. Song of Solomon is a common one. In today's episode, join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss this often misunderstood book of the Bible.

We all know we're supposed to forgive those who wrong us, but what about those who wrong others? How do we handle our attitudes towards those who wrong or hurt others? Join the two today as they discuss bullies and forgiving those who don't repent of their wronging others.

We all know murder isn't right, but what about self defense? Is it ever okay to kill someone out of self defense? What about carrying a gun? Are these means of defense Biblical?

Often in movies and tv shows, Heaven can sometimes be depicted as an audience for earthly living. Is this an accurate depiction or something made up?

Was the experience of the Old Testament saints heaven different than ours? Did they go to Sheol? Speaking of which, what is Sheol? Join the two as they discuss the biblical perspective on OT afterlife and Sheol.

We tend to forget that famous Christians are still just people. They sin too. However, how should we respond when a famous christian gets caught in sin or backslides?

Can just anyone baptize or is it just for certain people? In today's episode, Bryan and Thomas discuss the question of who can baptize and how it relates to the Great Commission.

A hot button issue among the church is alcohol consumption. Is it biblical or is it not? In today's episode join the two as they discuss the biblical take on alcohol consumption.

In Luke 21:29-31 we see Christ liken His return to the Spring. Does this mean Christ is literally coming back in the Spring? Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss the importance of reading scripture in context and Christ's return.

We know from scripture that women's roles differ from men's in the church, but can women tell men the gospel? Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss who can tell who the gospel,

Do souls sleep? What is Abraham's bosom? Where was Lazarus when he was dead? Join Bryan and Thomas as they tackle this question in today's episode of Hey Pastor.

Unbelievers may pose questions to you. Some you can explain very well and some you may have trouble with. Once particular question you may get is how to explain the Trinity. In today's episode, Thomas and Bryan discuss the evidence in scripture for the Trinity and the importance of divine wonder.

Some passages in scripture should be read literally. Some passages in scripture should be read metaphorically. Today, join Bryan and Thomas as they discuss some of the passages that give the appearance of a flat earth but are actually meant to be read in a poetic sense.

We read in scripture of crowns that believers will lay down at the feet of Christ, What are these crowns? How do we get them? Join Thomas and Bryan as they take on another great question from one of our listeners.

Our society is in the midst of a sexual revolution. Sometimes it can be difficult to discern the truth from the lies when polarizing topics are discussed. In today's episode, Thomas and Bryan discuss the very clear teachings of homosexuality and how the Church should treat homosexuals.

The book of Revelation harkens back to several different subjects in the Old Testament. One of those subjects is the 12 tribes of Israel. Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss where we can see these 12 tribes mentioned in Revelation.

In today's culture, we see 2 very polarizing viewpoints on the nation of Israel. In Genesis 12:1-3, we're told that God will "bless those who bless you[Israel]. However, does blessing Israel mean we have to approve of all of their decisions and support them no matter what?

Romans 12:2 mentions 3 words when discussing God's will. Is this multiple wills or just one will with 3 adjectives? Join Thomas and Bryan in another episode of Hey Pastor.

There can be some mysterious things mentioned throughout church history. One of those things is the book of Enoch. In the book of Jude, we see the book of Enoch being quoted in verses 14-15. Why does this happen?

There are so many denominations out there. Baptist, Methodist, Lutheran, and so on. Are denominations themselves biblical? Can we overlook differences in these denominations to share fellowship with other believers? Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss this topic.

Because we're fallen and sinful creatures in a sinful world, we sin every day. However, that doesn't explain how an angel can choose rebellion. Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss the origin of sin, temptation, and angels turning to rebellion.

Believers in Christ have had their debt paid in full by the Lamb of God. However, we often read about the judgement seat and standing before it on the last day. Will believers be judged for their sins?

There are false teachers everywhere. Many of them online or on tv. When we see how large some of their audiences are, it is easy to get angry at them and the lies they promote. Is this anger good or normal? What does the Bible say about it? Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss what it means to have a righteous anger.

We're often told to lay our worries at the feet of Christ. However, if we're supposed to lay these things at Christ's feet, why should we keep praying about these things continuously? Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss the importance repeatedly bringing our concerns to Christ.

Abortion activists use plenty of passages to try to make an excuse for abortion. One of those is in Luke 1:31-38. Pro-Choice people believe this passage is Mary giving consent to being with child. They believe that if Mary gave consent to this matter, this should allow other women to have control over their wombs as well. Join Thomas and Bryan as they point out how this passage isn't a passage of consent, rather it is a passage of submission and humility.

The Catholic and Orthodox have distinct traditions, practices, and even books compared to protestant churches. It's easy to wonder if maybe they're the ones in the right and protestants have got it wrong. In today's episode join us as we briefly highlight why the Bible is the best authority when it comes to finding out what teachings, traditions, and practices are best.

Does God have our days numbered? If so, does He author how someone dies? Some people die in horrific and brutal ways. It is difficult to see God's goodness coming about through such evil ways. In today's episode, Bryan and Thomas discuss what God's word has to say about man's finite time on Earth and the tension between God's sovereignty and man's evil nature.

Do you pray for different people in your life. If not, you should. But what happens to those prayers after we die? Does God stop thinking about those people we prayed for? This is a great question that Bryan and Thomas discuss in today's episode.

As Christians, we should seek to read God's word. By studying it more and more, we'll seek to dive more and more deep into it. However, this task of deep Bible study may seem a bit daunting. Today, join Thomas and Bryan as they talk about how one can diver deeper into God's word.

The Chosen has taken our culture by storm. It seems as if some enjoy the show while others are completely against it. However, is there any merit to either of these attitudes? Join Bryan and Thomas as they discuss this hot topic as well as the Christian liberty we have discussed in Romans 14.

Baptism is one of the most popular practices done in the Christian church. We see multiple people baptized throughout Scripture including our Lord and Savior. So when we read something like John 3:5, does that mean that we have to be baptized in order to be saved? Join Thomas and Bryan as they tackle today's question.

For people with common sense, it isn't hard to acknowledge the differences between men and women. However, are there differences between men and women in the church? Can women pastor a church just as a man does? Are women equipped with the same features and responsibilities as a man in the church? Are churches that have female pastors following biblical instruction?

We often see "types" and foreshadowing in the Old Testament about events to happen in the New Testament. In 2 Kings 2:9-12, we see Elijah taken up to Heaven by chariots of fire. Is this foreshadowing of the rapture or something else?

Evidence for the resurrection is abounding throughout our society. However, it can be difficult to find. In today's episode, Join Thomas and Steve Buchanan as they discuss some of the common arguments against the resurrection and the number of evidences that point to the fact of the bodily resurrection.

Have you ever doubted your salvation? Chances are you have. Most Christians from time to time will struggle with their position before God. What causes it? How do we get past it? Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss the frequent spiritual battle of knowing whether or not you are saved.

Are you having a hard time starting to read the Bible on a consistent basis? Do you not know how to have quality time in God's word? Don't fret! Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss where the best places to start reading the Bible are for a new believer or reader. Stay tuned as they'll also discuss the importance of quality over quantity when it comes to daily reading.

Most Christians have a preferred translation of the Bible. However, are there some translations that are better than others? Today, Thomas and Bryan discuss the variety of Bible translations and their reliability.

One day, Christ will return and a new Heaven and Earth will be made. However, why make a new Heaven if the first one is already perfect? Join Thomas and Bryan as they discuss the eschatology behind what scripture may mean regarding a new Heaven.

It's often noted that Catholics believe in praying to Mary. At times, it may even be that some Catholics turn their veneration of Mary into worship of her. In this episode, Join Thomas and Bryan as they talk about if a command can be found in scripture to pray to Mary or the saints.

The loss of a loved one is never easy. One of the most difficult parts of dealing with this subject is whether or not cremation should be an option. In this episode, Thomas and Bryan talk about if this topic can be found in scripture and how believers should view cremation, burial, and death itself.

It is easy to think that once we get saved, life is easy and nothing bad will ever happen. But is that actually the case? Join Thomas and Bryan as they walk through this question. Also, join them as they talk through some helpful tips on how to stay focused when you're having your prayer time.

Sometimes it can be difficult to pray especially when we know God's will is best. In today's episode, Thomas and Bryan discuss why prayer to an all-powerful God is essential for the believer.