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Encounter God's Truth

Dr. John Whitcomb

A discussion of theological truth and it's impact on culture and the church today

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#99
Yesterday · 25 min
Examples to Follow in Faith
Today, on Encounter God's Truth, Bible teacher Dr. John Whitcomb finishes his unique series called God's Truth Circles. I'm Wayne Shepard, and together, we've learned much over the past two months about being biblical disciples. Obeying the Great Commission and passing on God's precious Word within this sinful and complex world. We're going to end this series on a high note, with a message called Examples to Follow in Faith. Dr. Whitcomb will give us insight into this topic for the ministries
#98
September 8 · 25 min
God's Truth Circles (Part 8)
Are you concerned about how you handle God's Holy Word in this fallen world? Acts 17, verse 11 says about certain disciples in a city called Berea. These were more noble minded than those in Thessalonica. For they received the Word with great eagerness, examining the Scriptures daily, to see whether these things were so. Hello again, I'm Wayne Shepherd, welcoming you back to Encounter God's Truth, a Bible teaching outreach of Whitcomb Ministries, Incorporated. Our motto states that God's Word
#100
September 2 · 25 min
God's Truth Circles (Part 7)
Today on Encounter God's Truth, Bible teacher, Dr. John Whitcomb, will teach us how to begin practicing truth in love. He will show us how love can greatly enhance our ministry of truth, for which each of us as believers will be evaluated at the Judgment Seat of Christ. Yet, at times, love also requires us to confront error when that's necessary for the sake of a Christian brother or sister's spiritual health. I'm your host, Wayne Shepard, inviting you to stay with us for this lesson from our s
#97
August 25 · 25 min
Truth is Greater Than Love (Part 2)
Welcome to Encounter God's Truth. I'm your host Wayne Shepherd and Dr. John Whitcomb is our speaker on this weekly presentation of Whitcomb Ministries Incorporated. Dr. Whitcomb is a well-known author and Bible teacher, and you can join us at facebook.com/WhitcombMinistries to receive much more encouragement and teaching all throughout the week. But right now, we're in the midst of a series here, Encounter God's Truth called God's Truth Circles, and we're focusing in today on Paul's teaching t
#96
August 18 · 25 min
Truth is Greater Than Love
Which Is greater truth or love? The Great Commission gives us the answer. Hello, friends, I'm Wayne Shepherd. Welcoming you back to encounter God's truth with author and theologian Dr. John Whitcomb. We're in the middle of a teaching series called God's Truth Circles. So far, we've seen the model for biblical disciple making, personified by the Lord Jesus, and copied by the Apostle Paul. And this week we're going to build on that and learn more about the implications of the Great Commission
#95
August 11 · 25 min
God's Truth Circles (Part 4)
God's Word is true from the beginning to the end. That familiar line tells you that you're listening to Encounter God's Truth with Dr. John Whitcombe, noted author, professor, and Bible teacher. I'm your host, Wayne Shepherd, and we're continuing a series that our speaker calls God's Truth Circles. Today, Dr. Whitcomb is going to take us to one of his favorite verses, 2 Timothy 2, verse 2, to explain the characteristics of true discipleship. He's going to show how a disciple must be trained
#94
August 4 · 25 min
God's Truth Circles (Part 3)
Have you ever considered the fact that Christians have a real influence on how other people relate to God's revealed Word? What kind of influence are you having today? I'm Wayne Shepard, welcoming you back to Encounter God's Truth, featuring the teaching of author and Bible scholar, Dr. John Whitcomb. We've recently begun an important teaching series entitled God's Truth Circles. We're learning that the biblical pattern for discipleship involves a growth in responsibility and accountability
#93
July 28 · 25 min
God's Truth Circles (Part 2)
Dr. John Whitcomb concludes his presentation of a concept that he calls "God's Truth Circles" this week on "Encounter God's Truth." These messages are helping us to understand more about how Jesus and the apostles dealt with people who were at various levels of learning and belief in the truths of Scripture. This gives us a model for knowing how we should approach people today, and it also informs us as to how we are to handle and teach the treasures found in Scripture—or, as Dr. Whitcomb refer
#92
July 21 · 25 min
God's Truth Circles (Part 1)
How are we to minister and teach the Bible in a world filled with error, confusion and compromise—a world of unbelief? With whom should we identify ourselves in Christian ministry, and how do we handle the rejection of the gospel? How can we be involved in both protecting and perpetuating the revelation that God has given to us in His Word? And how does God expect us to handle His Word in a world of professing believers who do not all agree on the Bible's meaning? How can we genuinely help peopl
#91
July 14 · 25 min
Jesus Christ: Our Creator and Savior
Today on "Encounter God's Truth," theology professor Dr. John Whitcomb points us to "Jesus Christ: Our Creator and Savior." Christ is the living Word—and His written Word is true from the beginning to the end! We will consider a number of Bible passages today as we survey important doctrinal truths about our Lord, from eternity past to eternity future. In the process, we will review many of the Biblical supports for the teaching of a young earth—created by Christ Himself. This message was fir
#90
July 7 · 25 min
Remembering World War II
Welcome to a special patriotic edition of "Encounter God's Truth." You know that Dr. John Whitcomb was a Bible teacher, author and educator. But did you know that he also served in a field artillery battalion in the Army in Europe during World War II? And that his family has a rich history of military service? This week's broadcast varies from our normal format, as we are going to listen to a portion of a classic interview that Brannon Howse conducted with Dr. Whitcomb on his program, "Worldvi
#89
June 30 · 25 min
A New Heaven and a New Earth
God's Word is true from the beginning to the end! We turn to the very end of the book this week on "Encounter God's Truth" with theologian Dr. John Whitcomb. It gives us a glimpse of the glory that awaits us—and also one last invitation for everyone to come and trust in Christ and receive His all-sufficient provisions for eternity. Host Wayne Shepherd asks Dr. Whitcomb if this study of the eternal destiny of the church sheds light on the church's origin and nature, as described in the historic
#88
June 23 · 25 min
The Destiny of the Bride of Christ
Bible teacher Dr. John Whitcomb explores the unique role of the church as the Bride of Christ in this installment of "Encounter God's Truth." God's Word is true from the beginning to the end, and we learn in this broadcast that it will be so at the future Marriage Supper of the Lamb—when Jesus Christ will return from heaven in glory and this relationship of Christ to His church will be displayed before the nations. Host Wayne Shepherd proceeds to inquire of Dr. Whitcomb as to how we might use
#87
June 16 · 25 min
The Judgment of Believers
Do you anticipate receiving a reward from Christ when you stand before His Judgment Seat? On this edition of "Encounter God's Truth," Bible scholar Dr. John Whitcomb will inform and motivate us that we may present to the Lord gold, silver and precious stones when we meet Him on the awesome day of judgment for believers. Wayne Shepherd, our host, also asks Dr. Whitcomb what specific types of works we can do that will be considered valuable in terms of Paul's instructions in 1 Corinthians 3:12.
#86
June 9 · 25 min
The Glory of Christ's Return
God's Word is true from the beginning to the end! Today on "Encounter God's Truth" we consider many details about the events that will unfold—in God's plan—surrounding the return of our Lord. Dr. John Whitcomb is continuing in a series called, "Our Glorious Future in Christ." This latest message includes a consideration of Revelation 1, where John sees a vision of the risen, glorified Christ. Host Wayne Shepherd then inquires of Dr. Whitcomb about some of the differences between Christ's comin
#85
June 2 · 25 min
The Rapture of the Church
Do you believe we are living in the last days? If so, how should this affect the way we live? Bible scholar Dr. John Whitcomb answers those questions on today's edition of "Encounter God's Truth." He will explain what the final stages of the church age will look like—also showing us how we can have joy in the midst of the difficult days that may yet lie ahead before the Lord's return. God's Word is true from the beginning to the end, as we trust will be evident during this very special short s
#84
May 26 · 25 min
Pentecost in the New Testament
Dr. John Whitcomb brought us a special message for Pentecost Sunday that we replay on this edition of "Encounter God's Truth." This is part two of our study of "The Significance of Pentecost." The Old Testament celebration of Pentecost was the background for the creation of the church in Acts 2—following Jesus' promise of the coming of the Holy Spirit. In Exodus 32, 3,000 men died following the giving of the Law (which was remembered at Pentecost) after they worshiped the golden calf. In Acts
#83
May 19 · 25 min
Pentecost in the Old Testament
This week on "Encounter God's Truth," we draw from the classic teaching of Bible scholar Dr. John Whitcomb, as we begin a two-part study on "The Significance of Pentecost." We open by looking at the Old Testament background of this harvest festival, which God gave as a special time for all the men of Israel to gather for worship. Dr. Whitcomb showed how, according to Jewish tradition, Pentecost in the Old Testament was a remembrance of the day when Moses gave the law at Mount Sinai—when God of
#82
May 12 · 25 min
A Good and Faithful Servant
"A Good and Faithful Servant." That's the title of a new volume by Dr. David Whitcomb, published by Master Books, that tells the life story of our Bible teacher, Dr. John Whitcomb. David joins us for this special edition of "Encounter God's Truth" to share some of his father's history, and to explain why he was motivated to write this book. Host Wayne Shepherd conveys Whitcomb Ministries' enthusiasm for this project, and welcomes our audience to be inspired anew by this biography of beloved a
#81
May 5 · 25 min
Catastrophism is the Key… To the Future
In this replay of a classic broadcast from "Encounter God's Truth," we hear Dr. John Whitcomb explain that the greatest catastrophes in the history of the world are yet to come. Just as the Genesis Flood shaped history in the past, so a flood of fire and other major events of God's judgment will be the definitive issues in this world's future. Are you prepared to survive these judgments? Dr. Whitcomb shared how you can be—in Christ. Host Wayne Shepherd also posed a question to Dr. Whitcomb, as

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