Did the Apostles All Die a Martyr’s Death?
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Have you ever heard someone say in a church service or during a conversation with a Christian friend that all the Apostles died as martyrs for their belief in the resurrection of Jesus? It’s a common claim that’s been repeated over the years. But what evidence supports this idea? In this episode of Bereus, we’ll explore the truth behind it. In a Minute for Jesus, Ryan discusses the Hypostatic Union and how it relates to John 1:15
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Did Jesus, Pontus Pilate, and David Exist?
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Different groups question whether key historical figures in the Bible ever existed. For instance, those who believe Jesus is purely a myth are called “mythicists.” Additionally, in the past, some scholars—known as “minimalists”—claimed that only a small portion of the Bible’s historical accounts, or none at all, is true. They often questioned the existence of figures like Pontius Pilate or David, pointing to a lack of archaeological evidence at the time. But do these views still hold up with the evidence we have today? Stick around as we explore that question on this episode of...
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What is the Conspiracy Theory?
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There is a false theory that someone stole Jesus’s body as an alternative explanation to the resurection. But does that theory hold up? Find out in this episode of Bereus. In A Minute for Jesus, Ryan talks about Mark 14:62 and Psalm 110:1.
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What is the Hallucination Theory?
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When the rest of the disciples told Thomas they had seen the risen Jesus, he said, “Unless I see in his hands the mark of the nails, and place my finger into the mark of the nails, and place my hand into his side, I will never believe.” It’s clear Thomas did not believe the other disciples had seen Jesus. Today, one claim that skeptics have is that the disciples hallucinated when it came to seeing Jesus risen from the grave. Is this accurate? Find out in this episode of Bereus. In A Minute for Jesus Ryan shows how Jesus claimed to be God from Mark 14:62.
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What is the Swoon Theory?
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In this episode, Ryan defines what a naturalistic alternative to the resurrection is including three major subcategories. Then, details one of them, the swoon theory, and its rebuttal. in A Minute for Jesus Ryan discusses one of the three ways Jesus claims to be God in Mark 14:62.
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What are the Minimal Facts?
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Dr. Gary Habermas is quoted as saying, “As long as we’re sure that Jesus is the son of God, who died on the cross for our sins, and was raised from the dead… Christianity follows.” Dr. Habermas has developed an argument called the minimal facts that support this claim. It is one of the best arguments for Jesus’ resurrection. But what are they, and what are some of the best of the minimal facts? Find out in this episode of Bereus. A Minute for Jesus, Ryan talks about loving your neighbor and loving your enemy from Mark 12:29-31 and Matthew 5:43.
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What is an Ancient Creed of the Church?
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The New Testament books were the first inspired writings by Christian Apostles and their close associates. However, Christians developed ancient creeds that, although they predated the New Testament, made it into the New Testament. What exactly is an ancient creed? Find out in this episode of Bereus. In A Minute for Jesus, Ryan covers the exclusive claims of Jesus from John 14:6.
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What is the Apologetic Value of the Dead Sea Scrolls?
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The Dead Sea Scrolls are one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century. But what are they, and what apologetic value do they hold? Find out in this episode of Bereus! In A Minute for Jesus, Ryan answers the question of whether God the Father sending God the Son to earth to be crucified constitutes child abuse.
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How was the Biblical Canon Formed?
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The list of books that are, and belong, in the Bible are known as the canon. But how did these books become part of the Old and New Testaments? Additionally, why are some books excluded? Find out in this episode of Bereus. In A Minute for Jesus, Ryan explains that the God of the Old Testament and the God of the New Testament are not two separate gods—one of wrath and one of love—but the same God.
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Can Modern Bibles be Trusted?
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Have modern Bibles been translated from version to version, like a game of telephone, resulting in the original meaning and text being lost? Find out in this episode of Bereus.
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