Responding to David Allens Response to James Whites Challenge on 1 John 5:1 (Part 2) TurretinFan 2026-09-21 | Responding to David Allens Response to James Whites Challenge on 1 John 5:1 (Part 2)
SoCal Prestons Whitgift Whiff | A Very Partial Debate Review TurretinFan 2025-10-03 | In this episode, we consider an error (or "whiff") made by SoCal Preston regarding Archbishop John Whitgift, during our recent debate on the canon of Scripture. For the referenced blog post, see here:turretinfan.blogspot.com/2025/10/did-whitgift-say-that-apocrypha-are.htmlFor the debate video, see here:youtu.be/mOjueMVF9iU
Steve Christie Reviews SoCal Prestons Canon Debate | CIC 2025-30 TurretinFan 2025-10-01 | In this episode, Steve Christie joins Dan Chapa and TurretinFan to review aspects of the recent canon debate where SoCal affirmed four books of Apocrypha against TurretinFan. The debate can be found here:youtube.com/watch?v=mOjueMVF9iU
The Case for Calvinistic Hermeneutics | CIC 2025-29 TurretinFan 2025-09-24 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan review "The Case for Calvinistic Hermeutics," chapter 18 of "An Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics," by Walter C. Kaiser and Moisés Silva.
Baruch and 4 Esdras | Canonical Problems | CIC 2025-28 TurretinFan 2025-09-17 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan discuss the canonical problems associated with the Baruch and Latin 4 Esdras (KJV 2 Esdras), in preparation from TurretinFan's upcoming debate.
Debate Review of William Albrechts Rebuttal in Justification Debate | CIC 2025-27 TurretinFan 2025-09-12 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan review a portion of the Justification by Faith between Ryan of Need God Net and William Albrecht. The portion we intend to address is Albrecht's rebuttal argument:youtu.be/T3GBcABmAFg?t=3297
James 2 | CIC 2025-26 TurretinFan 2025-09-03 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan discuss James 2 in preparation for Dan's upcoming debate on James 2 with PraiseIAM on Standing for Truth:youtube.com/watch?v=L7KAB8rdt4M
Debate Review of SoCal Prestons Apocrypha Debate | CIC 2025-26 TurretinFan 2025-08-20 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan examine SoCal Preston's Arguments and Evidence presented in his debate with Steve Christie on Standing for Truth.URL for the debate:youtube.com/watch?v=bccWH8AxmPMURL for the referenced blog posts:turretinfan.blogspot.com/2025/08/analyzing-socal-prestons-main.htmlturretinfan.blogspot.com/2025/08/analyzing-socal-prestons-rebuttal.html
Picking on Provisionism | David L. Allens LRfRC Book TurretinFan 2025-08-13 | In this episode, we take an initial look at David L. Allen's new book, "Liberating Romans from Reformed Captivity: A Critical Evaluation of Calvinism's Interpretation of Paul's Letter," (Legacy Ink, 2025).
Debate Recap: Limited Atonement Debate (plus more?) | CIC 2025-25 TurretinFan 2025-08-06 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan discuss T-Fan's recent debate with Lucas Curcio on whether Christ died only for the elect. Time permitting, we may also discuss some of the other recent debates of the last month including Dan and T-Fan's debate on the canon with William Albrecht and David Szaraz, Dan and T-Fan's debate on FreeGrace Theology with Chris Morrison and Charles Jennings, T-Fan's debate on the lake of fire with Chris Date, and T-Fan's debate on Sanctification with PraiseIAM.youtube.com/watch?v=40nAinUG7FM
Debate Review of Limited Atonement Debate | AB’s Opening Argument | CIC 2025-24 TurretinFan 2025-07-30 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan examine part of a limited atonement debate hosted by Lucas Curcio. We particularly focus on the arguments of the opponent of limited atonement in that debate.URL for the debate:youtu.be/djJMtNXIfvA?t=1466URL for one of the referenced books:archive.org/details/commentaryofdrza00ursi/page/n5/mode/2up
Athanasius Canon | CIC 2025-24 TurretinFan 2025-07-23 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan follow up on a question posed by David Szaraz, regarding Athanasius' canon and the book of Sirach.
Lucas Curcio and the Governmental Theory of the Atonement | CIC 2025-23 TurretinFan 2025-07-09 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan consider some remarks by Lucas Curcio on the Governmental Theory of the Atonement in preparation for an upcoming debate between Lucas and TurretinFan.LC's video:youtube.com/watch?v=9hOvbKyfKmYA video on the same subject by William Lane Craig:youtube.com/watch?v=ujCPEXRqL7U
The Grammatical Argument for the Johannine Comma TurretinFan 2025-07-07 | In this episode, we consider the argument of Georgios Babiniotis as presented by Nick Sayers. This is to be followed shortly by a blog post tagged with the Comma: turretinfan.blogspot.com/search/label/Johannine%20Comma
Canon Debate Recap | CIC 2025-22 TurretinFan 2025-07-02 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan discuss some highlights and key takeaways from their recent canon debate. If you didn't agree with us in the debate, we would love to hear the arguments (1) that you wish our opponents had presented because you think they would sink our case or (2) that you thought our opponents persuasively presented. Likewise, even if you agree with us, but you think we could have done a better job arguing the case, we'd love to get your feedback (except for arguments from numerics, Bible codes, or numerology). If you are just coming to celebrate with us, that's fine too! youtube.com/live/-tFdsLEylKM?si=BdVJiYZ03RkxhZFZ
John 3 does not quote Baruch 3 | CIC 2025-21 TurretinFan 2025-06-25 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan discuss the argument that John 3 quotes Baruch 3. The short answer, of course, is that it does not.
Biblical Canon in the Syriac World | CIC 2025-20 TurretinFan 2025-06-18 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan dive into the work of Brett H. LaPrad (and possibly others) on the Canon of Scripture in the Syriac world, based on Dr. LaPrad's dissertation.
Reviewing the Trent Horn vs. Steve Christie Debate on the Canon | CIC 2025-19 TurretinFan 2025-06-11 | In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan delve into the first constructive argument by Trent Horn in his debate with Steve Christie on the canon, with the resolution: "Do Protestants have the correct Old Testament Canon?"youtube.com/watch?v=mlCFhtSGK_w
New Testament Canon Lists - CIC 2025-18 TurretinFan 2025-06-04 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan discuss New Testament canon lists in preparation for an upcoming debate on the canon of Scripture.
Cardinal Jiménez and Leo X - Canon Compadres? TurretinFan 2025-06-03 | In this episode, we consider the Roman Catholic canon at the very dawn of the Protestant Reformation, featuring Cardinal Jiménez (d. 1517) and Pope Leo X, who famously condemned Martin Luther's alleged errors. We also briefly address some arguments from a long time ago, from a debate between Dr. James White and Gary Michuta.turretinfan.blogspot.com/2025/06/pope-leo-xs-approval-of-complutensian.htmlyoutu.be/AAoNfH1rFtE?t=6087
Isidore of Seville - Part 2 - the Canon of Scripture (and some other things) TurretinFan 2025-06-01 | In this episode, we briefly rehash the views (plural) of Isidore of Seville on the canon and then talk about other interesting tidbits from Isidore's "Etymologies."
Isidore of Seville - the Canon of Scripture (and some other things) TurretinFan 2025-05-28 | In this episode, we consider the canon of Scripture and the views (plural) of Isidore of Seville.
Sextus Julius Africanus and Origen - Hebrew Truth Standard Before Jerome - CIC 2025-17 TurretinFan 2025-05-20 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan consider the arguments of Sextus Julius Africanus and Origen as they discuss the canon of Scripture and the standard of the Hebrew truth, long before Jerome.🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
A Further Explanation of ... Did Jesus Endorse 2 Maccabees by Celebrating Hanukkah? TurretinFan 2025-05-15 | In this episode, we respond to further comments from Sam Shamoun of the Apocrypha Apocalypse team, who tries to buttress the Hanukkah argument for the canonicity of the books of the Maccabees. The argument is based on this verse:John 10:22 And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication, and it was winter.We refer to a recent video from the Apocrypha Apocalypse:youtu.be/q5GZvW9-owk?t=245🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Many Ezras! CIC 2025-16 TurretinFan 2025-05-14 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan dig into the thorny questions swirling around the books associated with the Prophet Ezra, with a particular emphasis on the canon issues. Epiphanius, Jerome, Augustine, Josephus, and John Cosin should lead us to consider not only the canon of Hippo & Carthage, but also the Septuagint canon more generally. Buckle your academic seatbelts! 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Did Jesus Endorse 2 Maccabees by Celebrating Hanukkah? TurretinFan 2025-05-13 | In this episode, we explain why I don't care for the Hanukkah argument for the canonicity of the books of the Maccabees. The argument is based on this verse:John 10:22 And it was at Jerusalem the feast of the dedication, and it was winter.We refer to a recent video from the Apocrypha Apocalypse:youtube.com/watch?v=wP4fyqi8gyM🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Did Jesus Provide Canonical Bookends? CIC 2025-15 TurretinFan 2025-05-07 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan dig into the question of whether Jesus indirectly indicated the scope of the canon of Scripture in Matthew 23:35 and Luke 11:51, engaging with objections to this view.turretinfan.blogspot.com/2025/05/did-jesus-bookend-canon-in-matthew-2335.html🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Jerome vs. Jerome? A response to Gary Michuta - CIC 2025-14 TurretinFan 2025-04-30 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan respond to a video by Gary Michuta, titled: "Jerome Changed his Mind on the Apocrypha?"youtube.com/watch?v=E04WtmNuDxU🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Nations of Them Which Are Saved - Revelation 21:24 - KJV Improvement TurretinFan 2025-04-28 | During a recent debate, Dr. James R. White identified a problem in the text of the King James Version at Revelation 21:24. This video is intended as an introduction to the problem and a call for answers from those who deny the claim that the King James Version can be improved.🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Armenian Canon Lists (thanks to Michael E. Stone) - CIC 2025-13 TurretinFan 2025-04-23 | In this episode, we consider Armenian (not Arminian) Canon Lists of Biblical (and non-Biblical) books, thanks to a series of six articles by Michael E. Stone.🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Large Money - A KJV Improvement Opportunity TurretinFan 2025-04-20 | If you read Matthew 28 for Easter, you may have seen how Matthew 28:12 says that they gave "large money" to the soldiers. That could definitely be said better today. Let's improve the KJV.For the algorithm:Mark WardFalse FriendsKJV ImprovementsTranslation Issues🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Revelation 16:5 Debate - Nick Sayers vs. TurretinFan TurretinFan 2025-04-20 | This is a debate that addressed the KJV’s error at Revelation 16:5, between Nick Sayers and TurretinFan, moderated by Dwayne Green.My opening argument (as planned, not as delivered) can be found here:http://turretinfan.blogspot.com/2025/04/revelation-165-debate-opening-argument.html?m=1
Revelation 16:5 - the History of the Conjecture TurretinFan 2025-04-20 | Jan Krans and the NT Conjectures website provide some fascinating historical notes regarding the history of Beza's conjecture with some thoughts about Erasmus' annotations.🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Debate Review - Doug Levesque vs. James White - First Cross-Examination TurretinFan 2025-04-18 | In this episode, we listen and respond to Doug Levesque's Cross-Examination in his debate with James White.youtu.be/qCCsL9yLNkI?t=4622🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Three More Pre-Printing Press Apocalypse Commentaries TurretinFan 2025-04-17 | In this episode, we consider Pseudo-Cyril of Alexandria (Coptic author, late 6th Century), Nerses of Lambron (Armenian, 1180), and Ibn Katib Qaysar (Arabic, 1267), as well as a synopsis by Pseudo-Athanasius (Greek, 6th or 7th century).🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Reviewing Commentary on the Apocalypse, by Bulus Al-Bushi (c. 1170-c. 1240) TurretinFan 2025-04-14 | In this episode, we consider Bulus Al-Bushi's "Commentary on the Apocalypse," as translated by Shadi Kiryakos Nessim. Topics of interest include the issue of Revelation 16:5, as well as Al-Bushi's thoughts on textual criticism and the woman of Revelation 12.🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
The English Apocalypse: a Fourteenth Century Translation of the Book of Revelation TurretinFan 2025-04-12 | In this episode, we consider various aspects of "The English Apocalypse: a Fourteenth-Century Translation of The Book of Revelation from Columbia University, MS Plimpton Add. 03," Edited by Ethan Campell.🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 streamyard.com/pal/d/5418704215736320
Hugh of St. Victor and the Canon - Jeromes Influence - CIC 2025-12 TurretinFan 2025-04-09 | In this episode, we consider the Didascalicon (composed late 1120's) by Hugh of St. Victor (1096-1141), with a particular focus on his treatment of Sacred Scripture and the Canon. His view of councils is also at least briefly discussed.
Focused Debate Review - KJV Debate - Douglas Levesque vs. James White - Focus on Revelation 16:5 TurretinFan 2025-04-05 | In this episode, we consider some of the material from the recent debate between James White and Douglas Levesque on whether the KJV is the best English translation.youtu.be/GxtorsaGFVo?t=9077We may also, if time permits, respond to some comments by Nick Sayers on the debate and more particularly on Revelation 16:5.youtu.be/aesJtm3XZqw?t=14601
Jerome and the Western Canon - CIC 2025-11 TurretinFan 2025-04-02 | In this episode, we scratch the surface of some of the scholarship on the influence of Jerome on the canon of Scripture, particularly in the West.
Canon Compadres: John Calvin and Jacobus Arminius | CIC 2025-10 TurretinFan 2025-03-26 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan discuss the canon of John Calvin and Jacobus Arminius, in response to a video by William Albrecht at Apocrypha Apocalypse:youtube.com/watch?v=csLnW_Fpvm0
Responding to Ditmar Hoxha on James 2 (Chapter IX) - Part 2 | CIC 2025-05bis TurretinFan 2025-03-23 | In this episode (which continues a previous one), we continue our comments/review of Ditmar Hoxha's chapter on James 2.
Wisdom in Wisdom - A Response to Gary Michuta TurretinFan 2025-03-21 | In this episode, we consider claims of Gary Michuta (and others) of a connection between Hebrews 1:3 and Wisdom 7:26.
Debate Review - Canon Debate - Albrecht vs. Ramsey | CIC 2025-09 TurretinFan 2025-03-19 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan review the opening argument from William Albrecht in his canon debate with his Eastern Orthodox opponent going by the name Father Ramsey. youtube.com/watch?v=qlhF3zVRyu8
Does the New Testament Reference Wisdom in Matthew 27? A Response to Gary Michuta TurretinFan 2025-03-17 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan look at arguments offered by Gary Michuta in "Why Catholic Bibles are Bigger" (pp. 27-30 in 1st edition; pp. 51-53 and 69 in "Revised Second Edition") alleging that Matthew 27:43 contains a reference to Wisdom 2:15-16, as well as its bearing on the canonicity (or lack thereof) of the pseudographic "Wisdom of Solomon."
Debate Review - Sola Scriptura - Fro vs. TurretinFan - CIC 2025-08 TurretinFan 2025-03-12 | In this episode, Dan and TurretinFan discuss the recent Sola Scriptura debate between Fro (Roman Catholic) and TurretinFan.youtube.com/watch?v=98bMf11UfkM
Lets Discuss Hebrews 7-10 | CIC 2025-07 TurretinFan 2025-03-10 | In this "Conversations in Calvinism" episode, Dan and TurretinFan discuss Hebrews 7-10.
Canon Issues - Judith and the Apocryphal Additions to Esther | Supplement to CIC - 2025-06 TurretinFan 2025-03-08 | In this extension of a previous episode, we consider comments by Morton S. Enslin in "The Book of Judith," from the Jewish Apocryphal Literature series (edited with a general introduction and appendices by Solomon Zeitlin), Brill 1972.
Debate Review - Atonement Debate - Dr. Joshua Farris Portions (continued) TurretinFan 2025-03-07 | In this episode, David Louis of Apologetics from the Attic and TurretinFan dive into the opening speech by Joshua Farris in the debate "For Whom Did Christ Die?" between Joshua Farris and Dan Chapa (on one side) and James White and Jeremiah Nortier on the other side. The original debate can be found here: youtube.com/watch?v=6KjJI5P_M3o
Debate Review - Dr. Joshua Farris & Dan Chapa vs. Dr. James White & Jeremiah Nortier TurretinFan 2025-03-05 | In this episode, Dan Chapa and TurretinFan are joined by the Twitchy Theologian as they review the debate "For Whom Did Christ Die?" between Joshua Farris and Dan Chapa (on one side) and James White and Jeremiah Nortier on the other side. The original debate can be found here: youtube.com/watch?v=6KjJI5P_M3o
Debate Review - Atonement Debate - Dr. Joshua Farris Opening Argument TurretinFan 2025-03-04 | In this episode, we dive into the opening speech by Joshua Farris in the debate "For Whom Did Christ Die?" between Joshua Farris and Dan Chapa (on one side) and James White and Jeremiah Nortier on the other side. The original debate can be found here:youtube.com/watch?v=6KjJI5P_M3o
