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What are the consequences when a charming, seminary-trained politician misquotes Scripture and how can we discern biblical truth from error? Frank welcomes Ryan Crews, a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary and CrossExamined Board Member, to examine the twisted theology of Texas State Representative James Talarico, who's currently running for the U.S. Senate.
Using Talarico's own words and video clips (not secondhand claims), Frank and Ryan compare his teachings with Scripture and explain why many of his views cross the line from theological error into outright heresy. In this episode, they'll answer questions like:
-- Should Christians call out false teachers?
-- Which seminary is James Talarico attending and what are their beliefs?
-- What does James Talarico get right and what does he get wrong?
-- Why are atheists easier to understand compared to someone who claims to be a Christian but pours different meaning into what's written in the Bible?
-- Did Jesus ever ask to be worshipped or claim to be God?
-- What is one of Jesus' biggest "mic-drop" moments in the Gospels?
-- Do humans have a divine nature because we're made in the image of God?
-- Is the Resurrection of Jesus just an allegorical story?
-- Is the Bible silent on abortion?
Before Christians allow any public figure to influence their understanding of Jesus, Scripture, or politics, they should first investigate whether that person's teaching aligns with the Word of God. Tune in to hear the receipts as Frank and Ryan examine Talarico's own words in light of Scripture.
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Who Do You Say That I Am, James Talarico? Part 1 by Ryan Crews - bit.ly/4uUpRel
The Incarnate Christ and His Critics - https://a.co/d/0bgsf35u
βThe War on Realityβ PREORDER NOW to receive your bonuses! - thewaronreality.com
Pastors Brief - crossexamined.org/pastors-brief
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0:00 - Intro + Who is James Talarico?
7:10 - Calling out false teachers
13:27 - Jesus never asked to be worshipped? π΅βπ«
32:25 - The incarnation, crucifixion, and resurrection
42:11 - The Bible is silent on abortion? π΅βπ«
47:02 - God asked for Mary's consent? π΅βπ«
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What are the consequences when a charming, seminary-trained politician misquotes Scripture and how can we discern biblical truth from error? Frank welcomes Ryan Crews, a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary and CrossExamined Board Member, to examine the twisted theology of Texas State Representative James Talarico, who's currently running for the U.S. Senate.
Using Talarico's own words and video clips (not secondhand claims), Frank and Ryan compare his teachings with Scripture and explain why many of his views cross the line from theological error into outright heresy. In this episode, they'll answer questions like:
-- Should Christians call out false teachers?
-- Which seminary is James Talarico attending and what are their beliefs?
-- What does James Talarico get right and what does he get wrong?
-- Why are atheists easier to understand compared to someone who claims to be a Christian but pours different meaning into what's written in the Bible?
-- Did Jesus ever ask to be worshipped or claim to be God?
-- What is one of Jesus' biggest "mic-drop" moments in the Gospels?
-- Do humans have a divine nature because we're made in the image of God?
-- Is the Resurrection of Jesus just an allegorical story?
-- Is the Bible silent on abortion?
Before Christians allow any public figure to influence their understanding of Jesus, Scripture, or politics, they should first investigate whether that person's teaching aligns with the Word of God. Tune in to hear the receipts as Frank and Ryan examine Talarico's own words in light of Scripture.
If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings!
π€ π¦π¨π£π£π’π₯π§ ππ₯π’π¦π¦ππ«ππ ππ‘ππ (π§ππ«-ππππ¨ππ§ππππ) π€
β donor.crossexamined.org
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π RESOURCES MENTIONED DURING THE EPISODE:
Donate to CrossExamined - donor.crossexamined.org
Who Do You Say That I Am, James Talarico? Part 1 by Ryan Crews - bit.ly/4uUpRel
The Incarnate Christ and His Critics - https://a.co/d/0bgsf35u
βThe War on Realityβ PREORDER NOW to receive your bonuses! - thewaronreality.com
Pastors Brief - crossexamined.org/pastors-brief
********************
0:00 - Intro + Who is James Talarico?
7:10 - Calling out false teachers
13:27 - Jesus never asked to be worshipped? π΅βπ«
32:25 - The incarnation, crucifixion, and resurrection
42:11 - The Bible is silent on abortion? π΅βπ«
47:02 - God asked for Mary's consent? π΅βπ«
********************
π₯ π¦π’ππππ π ππππ π₯
β Facebook: facebook.com/CrossExamined.org
β X https://x.com/DrFrankTurek
β Instagram: instagram.com/drfrankturek
β TikTok: bit.ly/3SSqGE5
ποΈ π₯ππ¦π’π¨π₯πππ¦ ποΈ
β Website: crossexamined.org
β Store: impactapologetics.com
β Online Courses: onlinechristiancourses.com
ποΈ π¦π¨ππ¦ππ₯πππ π§π’ π’π¨π₯ π£π’ππππ¦π§ ποΈ
β Apple Podcast: bit.ly/CrossExamined_Podcast
β Spotify: bit.ly/CrossExaminedOfficial_Podcast
β Pandora: bit.ly/3M3c3tY
β iHeart: bit.ly/3ApZ2Il
β Podchaser: bit.ly/46PBzfH
#Apologetics #Jesus #Christianity #Theology #Doctrine #Bible #QuestionsAboutFaith #Answers #SkepticsΒ #ChristianityIsTrue #True #CrossExamined #FrankTurek
