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Unveiling the New Testament: A Father-Daughter Discussion
In the first episode of “Dell and Dad Talk Doctrine,” Delaney and her father, Shawn McCraneyFounder of TGNN and developer of the fulfilled perspective—calling people to faith outside of religion., dive into the origins and significance of the New Testament. Delaney, who has been in church her whole life but is reading the Bible for the first time, asks her father, a self-proclaimed cult leader, to explain the New Testament. Shawn clarifies that Christianity is rooted in Judaism, with the Old Testament, or Tanakh, being the Jewish scriptures. The New Testament, a collection of writings from Jesus’ apostles, was named by Tertullian around 200-400 A.D. to distinguish it from the Old Testament.
Shawn explains that the New Testament writings were composed before 70 A.D., although some scholars like Bart Ehrman suggest they were written later. These writings, including letters from Paul, Peter, John, and others, were eventually authenticated and compiled into the 27 books we know today. Shawn emphasizes that the true New Testament is God’s law written on individuals’ hearts and minds, as prophesied in the Old Testament, rather than a strict manual of rules.
The purpose of the New Testament writings, according to Shawn, was to guide early believers in preparation for Jesus’ return. He notes that none of the writings were intended for future generations, though Christians have since found value in them. Delaney questions whether this selective application of scripture contributes to denominational divides, but Shawn attributes these differences to varying interpretations of the content.
The episode concludes with a mention of their involvement in cult.love, a platform offering educational tools to supplement traditional church experiences and promote growth in love.
