A Matter of Truth

Ever wondered what we’re really saying when we confess in the Apostles’ Creed, ‘He descended to the dead’? In this episode of A Matter of Truth, Anthony and co-host Alex tackle one of the most misunderstood lines in the Creed from a Reformed Baptist and confessional Lutheran perspective.We cut through the myths, medieval legends, and modern distortions—Roman Catholic Harrowing of Hell, Eastern dramatic imagery, progressive metaphors, Mormon second chances, and more—and return straight to Scripture. Jesus really died. His soul truly entered the realm of the dead. Yet the atonement was finished on the cross—nothing extra needed. The descent is not more suffering; it is the bold announcement of victory over sin, death, and the powers of darkness.We unpack the hypostatic union, the biblical geography of Sheol/Hades vs. Gehenna, key passages like 1 Peter 3, Acts 2, Ephesians 4, and the real pastoral comfort this brings when facing grief and death. Christ has gone before us, holds the keys, and because He lives, we will live too.If you’ve ever recited the Creed and wondered what it actually means, or if you’re searching for clear biblical hope in a confusing world, this episode is for you.Stand firm on the Word. Rest in the finished work of Christ.Resources:"He Descended to the Dead": An Evangelical Theology of Holy Saturdayhttps://www.okbu.edu/directory/matthew-emersonJohn MacArthur: DID JESUS VISIT HELL?https://thebookofconcord.org/introductory-materials/historical-introductions/controversy-over-christs-descent-into-hell/https://www.gty.org/sermons/80-376/the-truth-about-hellhttps://www.lutheranlibrary.org/b22-christs-descent-into-hell/#ApostlesCreed #HeDescendedToTheDead #ReformedBaptist #ConfessionalLutheran #SolaScriptura #ChristVictory #FinishedWorkOfChrist #BiblicalTheology #ChristianPodcast #GospelHope #TheologyPodcast #ReformedTheology #LutheranTheology #DeathAndResurrection #ChristianHope #heisrisen #easter #goodnews #newstoday

The Gospel of “Don’t judge me.” It is the ultimate conversation-stopper. In a culture that equates tolerance with affirmation, Matthew 7:1 has been hijacked and weaponized to silence truth and normalize sin. But did Jesus really command us to turn a blind eye to wickedness?In this episode of A Matter of Truth, we’re stripping away the modern layers of the "Judge Not" narrative to find the heart of Christ’s command. We explore the critical distinction between hypocritical condemnation and righteous discernment, looking at a consistent standard from the Old Testament to the Church Fathers that has often been traded for cultural comfort.As we open this conversation, we’ll take a high-level look at these themes, not as an exhaustive study, but as a starting point for reclaiming biblical clarity.Join us as we discuss:• The Plank and the Speck: Why Christ calls for rigorous self-examination as the necessary foundation for helping others navigate their own struggles.• The Cost of "Niceness": Examining how a modern emphasis on social pleasantries can unintentionally create a barrier to genuine repentance and growth.• Spheres of Accountability: Understanding why the Bible holds those within the Church to a different standard of conduct than the world outside.• The Ministry of Restoration: How speaking truth with a heart of love serves as the highest form of Christian charity and communal care.It’s time to stop using the Bible as a shield for sin and start using it as a lamp for holiness. Is it "judgmental" to call sin what God calls it? Let’s find out.#BibleStudy #TheologyMatters #ChristianPodcast #ScriptureAlone #GospelTruth #Apologetics #Discernment #ExpositoryPreaching #BiblicalWorldview #ChurchHistory #SoundDoctrine #Truth #Jesus #Faith #ChristianLiving #JudgeNot #Repentance #AMatterOfTruthFollow us on:https://www.instagram.com/amatteroftruth/https://www.instagram.com/speak.gospel.truth/https://www.instagram.com/apzenk/

Join us in this eye-opening episode as we put one of Christianity’s oldest confessions under the microscope of Scripture. The Apostles’ Creed is recited in churches worldwide, but is it truly apostolic—or a later church creation?We dive deep into:• The real historical origins (spoiler: not written by the Twelve Apostles!)• How it lines up (or doesn’t) with the Bible’s core teachings• Why the early church needed this summary amid heresies and confusion• Its primary role in baptism vs. broader uses in teaching and worship• Whether creeds still matter today in a world of relativism and doctrinal driftWe also discuss infant vs. believer’s baptism perspectives, the covenantal promises to households (Acts 16:31), and how the Creed points us back to the “faith once for all delivered to the saints” (Jude 3)—while remembering Scripture alone is our ultimate authority.If you’ve ever wondered whether the Apostles’ Creed holds up biblically, this episode is for you. Listen, test everything against the Word, and contend for the faith!#ChristianPodcast#BiblePodcast#FaithPodcast#GospelTruth#BiblicalTruth#Christianity#JesusPodcast#Scripture#FaithOnceDelivered#SolaScriptura#IsThisBiblical#apostlescreed#creeds#amatteroftruthMentioned References:https://www.gty.org/blogs/B151109/is-the-apostles-creed-all-i-need-to-believehttps://www.crcna.org/welcome/beliefs/creeds/apostles-creed

In the first episode of our new series, Is This Actually Biblical?, we take a look at these specific statements from Mark Driscoll. We’re weighing his claims against God’s Word—affirming the reality of spiritual warfare and the deceptive nature of sexual sin, while drawing a clear line where Scripture ends and speculation begins.This episode draws a clear distinction between biblical teaching and theological speculation.Engaging key passages from Judges, Genesis, the Gospels, and the Epistles, this episode addresses:• What Scripture actually says• The biblical distinction between pagan idols and demonic influence• Whether angels or demons ever appear as male and female in Scripture• Why biological and modern gender categories cannot be applied to spiritual beings• The difference between demonic influence and ontological claims about identityRather than reacting to rhetoric, this episode models biblical discernment by testing claims against the text—because Christian theology is shaped by what God has revealed, not by speculation beyond it.Strong claims require strong Scripture. Show us the verse. #ChristianPodcast#FaithBasedPodcast#PodcastRecommendations#PodcastCommunity#BiblicalTeaching#ChristianTheology#SoundDoctrine#ScriptureFirst#BiblicalDiscernment#IsThisActuallyBiblical

In the hustle of the Christmas season, it’s easy to miss the most profound word of the story: Sent. Many assume Jesus began His existence in a manger, but Scripture paints a far greater picture—the eternal Son of God, who existed from everlasting, was sent into the world to become flesh and save us. If Jesus was merely created, He cannot save. But because He is the uncreated, divine Son given by the Father, Christmas becomes the thunderous moment when eternity entered time.This episode dives deep into biblical Christology, exploring the pre-existence and incarnation of Christ through Old and New Testament texts, the precise language of prophecy (Isaiah 9:6, Micah 5:2), Mary’s worship in the Magnificat, and the apostolic witness. We confront alarming survey data revealing widespread confusion in the church today and show why the distinction between “created” and “sent” is not abstract theology—it’s the very heart of the gospel and the reason we can worship with confidence this Christmas.Join us for a rich, doctrine-driven conversation that will reawaken your awe of the Sent Savior.Music provided by Reawaken Hymns and Nathan Drake. -https://www.reawakenhymns.com Their beautiful modern arrangement of Come Thou Long Expected Jesus was featured throughout the episode and is available on Apple Music, Amazon, Spotify, YouTube Music, and everywhere you stream or download music. Discover more inspiring hymn arrangements, worship pads, and resources at https://www.reawakenhymns.com and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. An all-original EP titled Exegesis—featuring six new worship songs rooted in Scripture—is coming February 2026.#JesusTheSaviorSent #ChristmasTheology #Christology #Incarnation #EternalSon #ReawakenHymns #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalWorship #Hymns #ChristmasSongs #ChristmasSpecial #ComeThouLongExpectedJesus #DoctrineMatters #GospelTruth #Christmaspodcasts #Christmas #Mary #AMatterofTruth #SpeakLife #SpeakTruth #Christianity #Salvation #ChristianRadio

In these episodes, Anthony and Alex  remember John MacArthur, Voddie Baucham, and Charlie Kirk— men who stood firm for biblical truth in an age of compromise.These men were bold.They stood for Scripture when others bowed to culture.And now it’s our turn.The question is—will we stand like they did, or will we fold?Episode 1Giants of the FaithPart 1: John MacArthur’s LegacyThis episode dives into:——His conviction to keep everything anchored in Scripture——How he challenged the Church’s slide into entertainment——His courage to speak truth on tough cultural issues — no matter the falloutWe also ask some fundamental questions:—-Has the church traded conviction for comfort?——Are we still chasing the “experience” — or turning back to sound biblical teaching?#amatteroftruthpodcast #gracetoyou#speakgospeltruth #SpiritualWarfare #Discernment #james1 #BiblicalTruth #GodsPlan #FaithOverFear #TrustHisTiming #EndureInFaith #GiantsOfTheFaith #JohnMacArthur #VoddieBaucham #StandFirm #BibleTruth #ChristianPodcast #FaithThatLasts #GraceToYou #ReformedFaith #ChristCrucified #AMatterOfTruth #MenOfGod #PreachTheWord #NoCompromise #PodcastVibes

Part 2 of our series on Deconstruction! We unpack a whole plethora of material starting with the looks of deconstruction to the church structure that leads to it. Tune in as we dig into this hot topic!An evaluation of what we are holding to is absolutely biblical. We should be checking our faith and weighing what we are being fed at church against God’s Word. So, “deconstructing” from *the terrible baggage of secular ideologies, *the dreadful theology, and practices of SO many churches today to then reconstruct to the true biblical precepts set before us in God’s word is the call! Yes, in 2 Corinthians 13:5, Christians are called to:“Examine yourselves, to see whether you are in the faith.” IN THE FAITH, not adding sinful and self seeking ideologies to the faith because we disagree with God’s word. To Not conform to the world - Romans 12:2.Resources:Got QuestionsDesiring God#amatteroftruthpodcast #truthforlife #reformedtheology #christianpodcasts #Christianity #grace #christianpodcast #christiansermons #rcsproul #Bible #freedominchrist #jesuschrist #johnMacArthur #christianpodcasters #bibleanswers #godswordalone #sounddoctrine #christianmen #evangelicalism #evangelical #deconstruction #exvangelical #deconstructingchristian #joshharris #kevinmax #dctalk #deconstructing #andystanley #repent #romans2 #2Corinthians13

Anthony and Alex are back on the mic! This episode is the kickoff to a new series, Deconstruction. A topic that is blowing in the “mainstream evangelical churches”… Anthony and Alex set out to break down what is happening and what does scripture say about it. Join us as we introduce the series today, and set the pace for shows to come. #amatteroftruthpodcast #alistairbegg #truthforlife #paulwasher#christianpodcasts #inchristalone#Christianity #grace #stevenlawson #sermononthemount #christianpodcast #sermonseries #christiansermons #rcsproul #Bible #freedominchrist #jesuschrist #johnMacArthur #christianpodcasters #confidenceinchrist #godswordalone #sounddoctrine #christianmen #evangelicalism #evangelical #deconstruction #exvangelical #deconstructingchristian #joshharris #kevinmax #dctalk #deconstructing #amygrant