Sound Words Podcast
Sound Words helps Christians love and live out God's Word. By discussing topics on the Bible, theology, and Christian living we desire to help people grow in their walk with Jesus Christ.
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Episodes
175 episodes
Should Christians Care About the Environment? (Dr. Jonathan Moo)
What does it mean to care for creation in a truly biblical way?Dr. Jonathan Moo—professor at Whitworth University with graduate degrees in both biblical studies and wildlife ecology—joins us to explore how Christians should think about ...
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Season 1
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Episode 175
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22:16
Are You Serving God or Serving Money? (Dr. David W. Jones)
In this episode of Sound Words, Dr. David W. Jones of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary helps us think biblically about money, work, wealth, and generosity.We ask:– What does it mean to honor God with our finances?– How ...
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Season 1
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Episode 174
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34:16
A Christian View of Dying (Pastor Omri Miles)
How should Christians think about suffering, dying, and the end of life?Pastor Omri Miles joins Sound Words to help believers navigate one of the most emotionally and ethically challenging seasons we face. We discuss the image of God, e...
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Season 1
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Episode 173
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25:29
Biotechnology: Breakthrough or Moral Breakdown? (Dr. Mark Farnham)
What should Christians think about AI in medicine, stem-cell research, genetic editing, cyborg prosthetics, neural implants, and cloning? Dr. Mark Farnham (Lancaster Bible College) joins Sound Word...
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Season 1
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Episode 172
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21:30
Christian Ethics on Abortion, Contraception, and IVF (Dr. Scott Rae)
When does life begin—and how should that truth shape how we live, decide, and care for others? Dr. Scott Rae, Professor of Christian Ethics at Talbot School of Theology, joins us to talk about the beginning of life from a biblical and ethical p...
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Season 1
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Episode 171
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34:27
Living in Light of Christ’s Return (Lee Brainard)
The Bible tells us that Christ is coming again—so how should we live in the meantime? Author and Bible teacher Lee Brainard (soothkeep.info) joins Sound Words to explain what true watchfuln...
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Season 1
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Episode 170
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21:32
Can You Trust Your Conscience? (Pastor Jeremy Howard)
Pastor Jeremy Howard joins Sound Words to unpack what the Bible teaches about the conscience—how it works, how it can be corrupted, and how it can be strengthened through truth and grace. Learn how to respond when convictions differ, avoid lega...
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Season 1
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Episode 169
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36:19
What It Means to Be Made in God’s Image (Dr. Brett Williams)
What does it mean that humans are made in the image of God?In this conversation with Dr. Brett Williams, we explore the biblical and theological meaning of the image of God, how it distinguishes humanity from the rest of creation, and ho...
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Season 1
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Episode 168
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27:53
Why Morality Isn’t Subjective — Christian Ethics (Dr. J.P. Moreland)
Is morality just personal opinion—or is it rooted in God Himself?In this conversation with Dr. J.P. Moreland, we explore why morality is objective, how virtue connects to being conformed to Christ’s image, and how the church can model mo...
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Season 1
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Episode 167
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20:09
The Basics of Bible Translations (Dr. Mark Ward)
How do we get from the original Greek and Hebrew manuscripts to the English Bibles we read today?In this episode, Dr. Mark Ward—author, theologian, and YouTuber (War on Words)—talks thro...
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Season 1
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Episode 166
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30:28
Reaching the Next Generation for Christ (Andrew Ramirez)
Meet our new pastoral intern at Indian Hills Community Church, Andrew Ramirez!In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Andrew shares his testimony, how family life shapes his ministry, and his vision for the Alpha Omega Campu...
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Season 1
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Episode 165
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26:57
Why Study 1 Corinthians Today? (Dr. Brent Belford)
Why study 1 Corinthians, and what does it teach us today?Dr. Brent Belford, Faculty Associate at Virginia Beach Theological Seminary and Senior Pastor at Colonial Baptist Church, walks through the context, themes, and practical guidance ...
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Season 1
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Episode 164
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25:08
Reading the Bible Like a Biblicist (Dr. Mark Snoeberger)
Why is literal interpretation essential for biblicism?Dr. Mark Snoeberger of Detroit Baptist Theological Seminary explains why we must read Scripture according to authorial intent, the dangers of rejecting literal hermeneutics, and how t...
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Season 1
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Episode 163
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23:03
How to Apply the Bible Faithfully (Pastor Jack Hughes)
How do we move faithfully from interpretation to application?Dr. Jack Hughes, Lead Pastor of Anchor Bible Church, explains why exegesis is essential, what mistakes to avoid, and how biblicist application safeguards the church. With pract...
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Season 1
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Episode 162
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40:53
Why I Am a Biblicist (Dr. Cory Marsh)
What does it mean to be a biblicist—and why should Christians embrace the label?In this episode, Dr. Cory Marsh of Southern California Seminary unpacks the definition of biblicism, its connection to sola Scriptura, and how to guard again...
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Season 1
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Episode 161
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34:26
Developing Theology Like a Biblicist (Dr. Richard Bargas)
What does it mean to develop theology like a biblicist—and why does it matter?In this episode, Dr. Richard Bargas joins Pastor Jesse Randolph to share his journey of becoming a biblicist and how the Bible itself—not tradition or personal...
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Season 1
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Episode 160
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39:12
Books That Motivate Us to Serve the Church Well | Sound Reads (Dr. Jerry Wragg)
Why serve the local church—and how do good books help us see its importance?In this episode of Sound Reads, Pastor Jerry Wragg—Pastor-Teacher at Grace Immanuel Bible Church in Jupiter, FL, President of The Expositors Seminary, a...
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Season 1
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Episode 159
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36:47
Books That Strengthen Our Prayer Lives | Sound Reads (Pastor Michael Otazu)
Prayer is vital but often neglected.In this Sound Reads episode, Pastor Michael Otazu shares books that have deepened his prayer life and how they can encourage you to grow in consistent, fervent communion with God.📚 Affiliate lin...
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Season 1
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Episode 158
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25:14
Books That Help Us Understand Suffering and God's Sovereignty | Sound Reads (Pastor Aaron Nicholson)
Suffering is inevitable—but the Bible gives us hope.In this episode of Sound Reads, we recommend books that help believers understand suffering through the lens of God’s sovereignty. These are resources that don’t offer quick fi...
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Season 1
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Episode 157
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28:37
Books That Transform Our Walks with Christ | Sound Reads (Dr. Rick Holland)
Some books leave a mark that never fades.In this episode of Sound Reads, Pastor Rick Holland of Mission Road Bible Church shares the books that have shaped his relationship with Christ, espe...
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Season 1
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Episode 156
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22:24
Books That Bring Church History to Life | Sound Reads (Dr. Matthew Shrader)
Church history isn’t just for scholars—it’s for every believer.In this episode of Sound Reads, Dr. Matthew Shrader of Central Baptist Theological Seminary joins us to share books that b...
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Season 1
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Episode 155
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29:59
Books That Instruct in Sound Doctrine | Sound Reads (Pastor Jesse Randolph)
Theology isn’t just for the classroom—it’s for every Christian. But where do you begin?In this episode of Sound Reads, Pastor Jesse Randolph joins Pastor Aaron Nicholson to highlight books that teach sound doctrine with clarity ...
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Season 1
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Episode 154
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23:49
Must-Read Books to Understand the Whole Bible | Sound Reads (Pastor Jesse Randolph)
We believe the best book in the world is the Bible—but there are some really helpful books that can guide us in understanding the big picture of Scripture.In this first episode of our Sound Reads series, Pastor Jesse Randolph jo...
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Season 1
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Episode 153
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31:33
Faithful Men: Where are the Dispensationalists Today?
Is dispensational theology a thing of the past—or is it still thriving today?To wrap up our Faithful Men series, Pastor Jesse Randolph joins Pastor Aaron Nicholson to answer the big question: Where are the dispensationalists tod...
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Season 1
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Episode 152
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26:06
Faithful Men: The Life and Ministry of John Walvoord | Dr. Jeremiah Mutie
Dr. John Walvoord was one of the most influential dispensational theologians of the 20th century. But who was he—and what is his legacy today?In this episode, Dr. Jeremiah Mutie, Professor of Theology and Church History at
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Season 1
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Episode 151
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30:05