In "Heart of the Matter," Shawn McCraney explores faith journeys with Adam’s Road and Lynn Wilder, discussing LDS Church transitions and finding peace through scripture.
Acts 12:18-13:1: Herod's pride leads to his downfall, the church faces persecution, but God's providence prevails as Barnabas and Saul are set apart for His work.
In exploring Revelation, we examine its dating debate: preterists favor pre-AD 70, futurists around AD 95. This affects interpretation and faith implications.
In "Heart of the Matter," Shawn McCraney urges embracing the Gospel's true message of salvation through faith, warning against distortions exploiting the vulnerable.
In Acts 12:5-19, Peter is imprisoned, but the early church prays fervently. An angel frees him, showing God's power. Rhoda humorously forgets to open the gate.
Perspectives on Revelation: Interpretations and Canonical Debates
In "Heart of the Matter," Shawn McCraney challenges traditional religious authority and highlights love and grace's transformative power in Christianity.
Revelation is a complex biblical text with varied interpretations: preterist, idealist, historicist, and futurist. Its place in the canon is debated, yet affirmed by early leaders.
We explored Acts 12, focusing on early Christian prophecy, Agabus's famine prediction, the church's aid to Judea, Herod's persecution, and "Easter" in the KJV.
Join Shawn McCraney on Heart of the Matter to explore atonement in Christian and Mormon theology, urging a personal relationship with God beyond institutions.
In Acts 11:19-26, early believers spread the gospel to Gentiles in Antioch, marking a new era. Barnabas encouraged them, and "Christian" first emerged as their identity.
In a teaching on Jude, the focus was on warnings for those straying from faith. Jude stresses building faith, praying in the Spirit, and relying on Jesus to remain steadfast.
In "Heart of the Matter," Shawn McCraney explores homosexuality and Christian doctrine, urging personal faith and Holy Spirit guidance over traditional views.
In a teaching session, we explored Jesus' return, distinct from His resurrection, with signs preceding it. Acts highlighted the Holy Spirit's role in uniting Jews and Gentiles.
In a recent teaching on Jude, we examined deceitful church infiltrators, likened to rebellious figures like Cain and Balaam, and highlighted Michael's humility.
In "Heart of the Matter," Shawn McCraney examines "Remission of Sins" in biblical texts, promoting faith rooted in love and open dialogue, beyond institutions.
Jude 4-8 warns of infiltrators misusing God's grace and denying Christ. He cites past rebellions as reminders to stay faithful and vigilant in our spiritual journey.
In Acts 10:42-43, Peter testifies to Cornelius, highlighting Jesus as Judge and Savior. This marks a shift from law to grace, extending salvation to Gentiles.
In "Heart of the Matter," Shawn McCraney reinterprets Genesis, suggesting "days" are divine workdays, not 24-hour periods, inviting broader theological exploration.
We explored Acts 10:38-41, highlighting Jesus as fully God and man, His ministry, resurrection, and the importance of faith nurtured by God's Word.
Jude's epistle, brief yet intense, urges believers to defend their faith against false teachers, emphasizing divine justice and steadfastness through prayer and love.
In "Heart of the Matter," Shawn McCraney emphasizes the Word of God's role today, urging believers to prioritize unity and the Gospel over divisive debates.
In 3rd John, John praises Gaius for his dedication and hospitality, contrasts him with Diotrephes, and highlights the importance of personal connections and unity.
In Acts 10:29-37, Peter learns that God's cleansing through Jesus extends to all, urging us to view everyone equally and share the Gospel beyond barriers.
In "Heart of the Matter," Shawn McCraney urges viewers to seek a personal relationship with God, guided by spirit and truth, over institutional doctrines.
2 John, once debated for authenticity, emphasizes love and truth, warning against deceivers. Accepted over time, it highlights early Christian struggles and teachings.
In a 2016 session, we explored Acts 10:13-28, where Peter's vision redefined purity laws, urging acceptance of Gentiles and highlighting love over strict codes.
Join Shawn McCraney on 'Heart of the Matter' as he explores faith, acceptance, and diversity, urging a shift to a more inclusive, authentic Christian practice.
In Acts 10, the Gospel expands beyond Jews, marked by visions involving food and animals. Cornelius, a devout Roman, and Peter learn God's plans are inclusive.
In a recent session, we explored 1 John 5:16-21, discussing "sin unto death" and its implications. John's message emphasizes prayer's power and staying steadfast in faith.
