The Analytical Preacher - Bible Discussions For The Modern World

Andy

The Bible provides a way to validate that it is the true word of God and offers compelling answers and insights to living in our modern world. Dr. Daniell explores current topics with a rational, objective approach, providing enlightening and sometimes surprising answers from the scriptures. Each episode provides the biblical view of the subject in question along with explanations for those conclusions. Andy is the author of the book Clear Vision: How The Bible Teaches Us To View The World. He has been interviewed by World Christian Broadcasting about his book and been a guest on the On Faith’s Edge radio program. He has written religious articles for The Christian Standard magazine, The Christian Post and The Atlanta Journal. read less

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What Is A Worldview? What Is A Biblical Worldview?

What Is A Worldview? What Is A Biblical Worldview?

A biblical worldview is more than just a list of what God considers right and wrong. Though it incudes a moral framework, it is much more comprehensive. A biblical worldview answers all the grand questions of human existence, and does so better than any other philosophy, religion or ideology. As does any worldview, a biblical worldview addresses where we come from, if there is purpose and meaning to life, how we decide truth from error and how we accumulate and apply knowledge. #worldview #biblicalworldview #bibleandculture #bibleandpolitics

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What Is A Worldview? What Is A Biblical Worldview?

What Is A Worldview? What Is A Biblical Worldview?

A biblical worldview is more than just a list of what God considers right and wrong. Though it incudes a moral framework, it is much more comprehensive. A biblical worldview answers all the grand questions of human existence, and does so better than any other philosophy, religion or ideology. As does any worldview, a biblical worldview addresses where we come from, if there is purpose and meaning to life, how we decide truth from error and how we accumulate and apply knowledge. #worldview #biblicalworldview #bibleandculture #bibleandpolitics

How Did The Centurion Amaze Jesus And Can We Do The Same?

How Did The Centurion Amaze Jesus And Can We Do The Same?

In Luke chapter 7, we are told that Jesus marveled at a Roman Military Leader (or that He was amazed by him). Why was Jesus amazed at this man? More importantly, what lesson can we take from this account so that our lives are lived in a similar fashion? #faith #christianfaith

Has The Gift Of Tongues Ceased?

Has The Gift Of Tongues Ceased?

There is a divide among Christian churches today whether spiritual gifts such as speaking in tongues or miraculous healings have ceased and if so, why and when they ceased. In this podcast, we look at the relevant scriptures to answer the question of what the purpose of such gifts were and what was said about their use and duration.

How Was The Gift Of Tongues Misused In the Bible (And Today)?

How Was The Gift Of Tongues Misused In the Bible (And Today)?

In chapters 12, 13 and 14 of his first letter to the church at Corinth, Paul admonishes them for their misunderstanding and misuse of certain spiritual gifts, including speaking in tongues. In order to give us insight on our Christian walk today, in this podcast we examine why Paul says they were misusing the gifts and how they were misusing them.

Were The Tongues Spoken In The Bible Existing Languages?

Were The Tongues Spoken In The Bible Existing Languages?

A standard of biblical interpretation is that we use scripture to define and refine scripture. Often when a word or concept is first introduced in the Bible, a definition of it follows close by. Using this approach to studying and interpreting scripture, would we understand the tongues spoken in the New Testament to be existing, literal languages or unknown languages new to the speaker and the listener? In this podcast, we explore the verses related to the topic to draw our conclusion.

Do Believers Need To Give Away All Their Wealth To Follow Jesus

Do Believers Need To Give Away All Their Wealth To Follow Jesus

Jesus told a wealthy, young ruler that he needed to give away his vast wealth to follow Him. So, does this requirement apply to all believers? In this podcast, we look at those verses from Luke 18:18-24 to understand why Christ gave those directions in that case and how we apply what we read in this account to our lives today.

How Should A Biblical Worldview Impact A Christian's Vote?

How Should A Biblical Worldview Impact A Christian's Vote?

Though Christians often have a strong opinion about certain laws and certain politicians, the guide for our voting behavior in a democracy should rest on the foundational pillars of a biblical worldview. The Bible provides a comprehensive worldview designed to direct every aspect of our lives. In this podcast, we look at the four worldview principles most relevant to determining how and why we cast our votes. These biblical foundations involve a look at human nature, how the Bible tells us to measure those with influence and authority and concludes with one of our responsibilities as those belonging to Christ.

How Do I Hear From God?

How Do I Hear From God?

Does God still speak to His people in the 21st century? If so, how should we expect to hear to from Him? What types of issues does God address when He communicates to us and how can we be sure it is really Him we are hearing from? In this podcast, we examine all those questions and provide clear, concise answers.

Respond To God Based On Love Not Based On Fear

Respond To God Based On Love Not Based On Fear

Some unbelievers say they are not interested in a religion where they are forced to live a certain way based on a fear of dreadful punishment by God. The good news for them is that this is not what God is calling them to do. Christians are called to respond to the overwhelming love, mercy, kindness and patience of God. In much the same way, mothers and babies don't respond to each other in mutually beneficial ways out of fear of government punishment but out of a true love for one another. Will mothers be punished if they criminally neglect their child? Yes. Is that what motivates them? Absolutely not! In this podcast, we look at the Bible verses which teach us about responding to love rather than fear.

What Does It Mean That God Shows Us Grace And Mercy?

What Does It Mean That God Shows Us Grace And Mercy?

The Bible says that God is gracious to us and that He shows us mercy. But what do those terms mean biblically? Grace and mercy are not the same thing but they are closely related. And God's steadfast, biblical love is deeply intertwined with these actions as well. In this podcast, we allow scripture to define what is meant by grace and mercy and seek out a life application for ourselves in those meanings.

Be Perfect As Your Father In Heaven Is Perfect. What?!?

Be Perfect As Your Father In Heaven Is Perfect. What?!?

What did Jesus mean when He challenged us to be perfect as our Father in heaven is perfect? How does a Christian go about living up to that standard? To understand this statement and answer those questions we need to look at the meaning of the word 'perfect' as it is used in this scripture. But more importantly we need to examine the context in which the statement is made. Once we have digested the meaning and context, this teaching of Jesus, though still incredibly challenging, provides us with a very specific life application we can all understand and strive for.

The Beatitudes: A Sermon

The Beatitudes: A Sermon

What is the main point of the Beatitudes? What did Jesus mean when He said "blessed are the meek"? Why did Jesus begin His famous Sermon on the Mount with the Beatitudes? And how are we to understand the words Christ spoke 2000 years ago in terms of today's culture? In this sermon, we cover the what, why and life application aspects of the beautiful words with which Jesus framed His most comprehensive lesson.

Is Christianity Just A Crutch For Weak People?

Is Christianity Just A Crutch For Weak People?

Is Christianity just a crutch for those who are weak? Is it just another coping mechanism for those who are not emotionally strong enough to face the chaos of the world we live in? As we discuss in this podcast, the answer is 'NO'. In fact, Jesus warned His followers about those who would respond to the Gospel in such a way, essentially calling them shallow and saying they would not persist in their faith for the long haul. Join me as I discuss that verse and other scriptures relevant to this topic.

How Do I (Biblically) Deal With Grief?

How Do I (Biblically) Deal With Grief?

At some point in life, we will all deal with grief. And we know there is no quick fix, no easy solution to that issue. But what path does the Bible provide for us when we encounter grief? How do Christians biblically deal with loss, setbacks and grief? In this podcast, we remind ourselves that God is still with us in those times and we look to biblical examples that point us to prayer and faith as a way to build up the hope through the scriptures that we need to climb out of the pit of grief.

Viewing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Through A Biblical Lens

Viewing Artificial Intelligence (AI) Through A Biblical Lens

The Bible provides us with a comprehensive worldview that allows us to frame even modern topics such as Artificial Intelligence. So, how should we view AI through a biblical lens? Should Bible-based Christians support or stand opposed to such technological advancements? How does scripture direct us concerning any threats that AI might pose to humanity? Many will be surprised that looking at technological change such as that introduced by AI through a biblical lens calls for far more support than opposition. As always, it is the human misuse of such tools that is the major concern not the development of the tools themselves.

What Does The Bible Mean When It Says 'Do Not Quench The Holy Spirit'?

What Does The Bible Mean When It Says 'Do Not Quench The Holy Spirit'?

The Bible speaks of us being convicted by the Holy Spirit, sealed by the Spirit for the day of redemption and of our being sanctified by the Spirit until then. But it also warns us not to quench, grieve or blaspheme the Holy Spirit. In this podcast, we explore, using scripture itself, what the Apostle Paul meant when he wrote for us not to quench the Holy Spirit.

Will We Be Able To Understand Each Other In Heaven? What Language Will We Speak There?

Will We Be Able To Understand Each Other In Heaven? What Language Will We Speak There?

Humans speak different languages on earth so will it be that way in heaven? The Bible teaches us in Genesis chapter 11 that the different languages we speak are the consequence of a specific rebellion of humans against God. As Jesus died to redeem us from the curses and debt of our sin, we understand that our speaking different languages will be reversed in the final days. In this podcast, we discuss how that reversal was foreshadowed at Pentecost and what the Bible teaches about a final, pure language God will teach His followers one day.

The Appropriate Biblical Response Of Christians To Insults And Public Mockery

The Appropriate Biblical Response Of Christians To Insults And Public Mockery

Was the opening ceremony of the Olympics in Paris a mockery of a Christian tradition? In terms of how believers should respond, does it matter? Christ does not see His followers as ones who should be easily offended. He did not come to build a cult based on grievances. What is the appropriate biblical response, then, to insults and mockery? How does God want His people to represent Him and defend His name?

Did God Intercede To Save Donald Trump? The Answer May Not Be As Simple As You Think.

Did God Intercede To Save Donald Trump? The Answer May Not Be As Simple As You Think.

As with all things related to Donald Trump, the opinions in the land seem to be split between those who insist that God would not intervene on behalf of someone such as the former President (because of what they see as his bad character) and those who insist equally as boldly that it is obvious divine intervention was involved in saving his life. The truth is not as simple as either side is trying to make it. In this podcast, we take a rational, biblical look at the issue.

The Purpose Of Prayer

The Purpose Of Prayer

What is the purpose of prayer? And how does that purpose direct what we should be praying for? There are verses providing specific instructions, such as praying for those in positions of leadership. In this podcast, however, we explore the high level purposes of prayer in a Christian's life and develop five important components of prayer from the top down.