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Hi, I'm a Bible N3rd!
I can't believe how much Christ has changed my life, and yet I know I still have so much further to go. I used to say I wasn't a 'reader,' but when God broke the chains in my life, He gave me a passion for studying His Word.
Now, I'm taking that passion to the next level by working toward my degree in Biblical Studies and equipping others through live and online classes. That is the heart behind everything I do here, and I'm so excited for you to join me on this journey.
May you find inspiration and insight in your own walk through Scripture. May God's peace fill your day! In Jesus' Name
All My Stories
All My Stories
Can I Trust the Bible? The Truth About How the Books Were Chosen
Who chose the books of the Bible? Learn how the early church recognized the true Canon of Scripture and why the "lost gospels" didn't make the cut.
2 days ago4 min read
Can I Trust the Bible? Smashed: The 'Game of Telephone' Myth
Can I trust the Bible? In our last post, we looked at the miracle of divine inspiration—how God supernaturally breathed His words onto the page through human writers. But that brings us to the next massive hurdle most skeptics throw our way. It goes something like this: “Even if God did inspire the original writings, they were copied and recopied by hand for thousands of years. It’s like a centuries-old game of 'telephone.' By the time the Bible got to us today, it must be fu
Sep 174 min read
Can I Trust the Bible? Discovering the Truth About Divine Inspiration
Is the Bible just a human invention, or is it truly the Word of God? Discover what divine inspiration actually means and why you can trust your Bible.
Sep 104 min read
History of the Trinity: From the Early Church to the Reformation
Trinity from Schism to Reformation History of the Trinity Over the last few weeks, we’ve tracked the Trinity through the early Church, archaeology, and the wild political dramas following the Council of Nicaea. We watched regular men and women risk their lives to protect the truth that our God is Triune. But history didn’t stop in the fourth century. As the Church grew, moved into medieval times, and eventually exploded into the Protestant Reformation, theologians faced a new
Jul 305 min read
History of the Nicene Creed: The Chaos and Conflict After Nicaea
Athanasius against the world Last week, we busted the internet myth that the Council of Nicaea "invented" the Trinity in AD 325. We looked at the archaeological and scriptural receipts proving Christians already worshipped Jesus as God. But if you think the story ends with the bishops packing up their bags and sailing home from Nicaea in perfect harmony, history has a wild surprise for you. The decades after Nicaea were some of the most chaotic, dramatic, and dangerous years
Jul 235 min read
Was the Trinity Invented at Nicaea? The Historical Truth
The Trinity before Nicaea If you spend more than five minutes scrolling through religious forums or watching history documentaries online, you are bound to run into this massive claim: “The Trinity wasn’t a thing until the fourth century. The Council of Nicaea invented the idea that Jesus was God to gain political power.” It sounds dramatic, but there’s just one major problem with this theory: It is completely, historically untrue. When the Council of Nicaea met in AD 325, th
Jul 154 min read
Who Is the Holy Spirit? Understanding the Third Person of the Trinity
The Trinity- God the Holy Spirit Over the last few weeks, we’ve walked through the mind-bending reality of the Trinity, looking closely at God the Father and God the Son. Today, we are rounding out our look at the distinct Persons of the Godhead by diving into God the Holy Spirit. If we are being honest, the Holy Spirit is often the Person of the Trinity we find hardest to grasp. We can visualize the Father (even if metaphorically) and we can definitely visualize the Son beca
Jul 83 min read
Is Jesus God? Understanding the Divinity of God the Son
Divinity of God The Son Over the last few weeks, we’ve laid the groundwork for the Trinity and looked closely at the eternal nature of God the Father. Today, we are turning our attention to the second Person of the Trinity: God the Son. When most people think of Jesus, their minds automatically go to a few specific scenes: a baby in a manger in Bethlehem, a teacher walking the dusty roads of Galilee, or a savior dying on a cross in Jerusalem. While those historical events are
Jul 15 min read
God the Father in the Trinity: Eternal, Loving, and One
Trinity- God the Father Over the last two weeks, we’ve looked at why the Trinity matters and how God can be one Being in three Persons. Now, we’re going to take a closer look at the first Person of the Trinity: God the Father. There’s a common misconception floating around church circles that goes something like this: The Father is the stern, distant, and angry God of the Old Testament, while Jesus is the loving, graceful Savior of the New Testament. But when we look at scrip
Jun 244 min read
Understanding the Trinity: Explaining the Divine Mystery Simply
Trinity Study In our last post, we talked about why the Trinity matters so much for our daily lives. But let's face it: the moment you start explaining the Trinity to someone, you eventually hit a wall. “Okay, so God is one. But He is also three. So... 1 + 1 + 1 = 1?” It sounds like bad math. If you've ever felt your brain start to short-circuit trying to figure out how God can be both single and plural at the same time, you are in good company. Christians have been wrestling
Jun 173 min read
Why is the Trinity Important? 3 Reasons Every Christian Should Care
Studying the Trinity If we are being completely honest, many of us treat the doctrine of the Trinity a bit like advanced calculus. We know it’s true; we respect the people who understand it, but we’d really rather not try to explain it at a dinner party. We tend to think of the Trinity—the truth that God exists eternally as one God in three distinct Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit—as a theological math puzzle. We wonder, Does parsing out this ancient doctrine actually c
Jun 103 min read
Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?
Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?
Oct 29, 20253 min read
The Life and Legacy of William Tyndale: The Man Who Gave Us the Bible in English
William Tyndale Hello everyone! I’m Ryan, the self-proclaimed Bible Nerd, and today I want to share a fascinating story from Christian history that I’ve been exploring recently. I’m taking a break from my usual study of Galatians to dive into some other themes and have a bit of fun uncovering stories of influential figures in the faith. Lately, I’ve been working my way through the history of the early Church Fathers, the Nicene Creed, the Crusades, and the Great Schism of 105
Oct 15, 20254 min read
The Timeline of the Paul Letters: Tracing the Apostle’s Writings
Apostle Paul writing Recently, I've been working through 1st and 2nd Corinthians. During my study, I came across commentaries discussing missing letters that could be referenced as "0" Corinthians or "1.5" Corinthians. These letters are lost to history, but they prompted me to think more about the timeline of the letters we do have from Paul. I discovered that there are some disputes about the exact dates, but the list below reflects the most widely accepted timeline among sc
Aug 15, 20254 min read
Foundations of Faith: The Legacy of the Early Church Fathers
Early Church Fathers The early centuries of Christianity were a time of remarkable growth, challenge, and theological development. During this formative period, a group of influential leaders known as the Early Church Fathers played a crucial role in shaping the doctrines, practices, and unity of the Christian community. Their writings and actions laid the groundwork for the faith traditions we uphold today. Today I wanted to focus in on four: Clement of Rome, Ignatius of An
May 8, 20253 min read
Crusades Part 2: The Battle for the Holy Land
Welcome back to Part 2 of our exploration into the Crusades! I'm Ryan and I am a Bible Nerd! In this episode, we delve into the pivotal and complex events that followed the initial Crusade and the battle for the Holy Land. If you missed Part 1, I encourage you to check it out for essential background information on the rise of Islam and the early calls for the Crusades. Let’s jump right back into the action. Recap and Context To recap, after the death of Muhammad, the Arab na
May 1, 20253 min read
Crusades Part 1: Clash of Faiths
Welcome to the first installment of a two-part blog series on the Crusades, a topic that, despite my background in biblical studies, I’ve not had the opportunity to delve into deeply until now. My name is Ryan, and as a self-proclaimed "Bible nerd," I recently presented on this subject for my men’s Bible study group. In this post, I aim to share my findings on the intricate history of the Crusades, starting with the rise of Islam and the events that led to this significant cl
Apr 24, 20253 min read
Top Misquoted Bible Verses and Their True Meanings
Bible verses My name is Ryan and i am a Bible nerd! Today we’re diving into a topic that’s essential for understanding Scripture: the most commonly misquoted Bible verses and their true meanings. Misinterpretations can lead to misconceptions about God’s character and His intentions for our lives, making it crucial to clarify these verses and understand the context behind them. The Importance of Context In today’s world, there's a lot of discussion around deconstruction in Chr
Apr 1, 20253 min read
Unveiling the Mysteries of the Dead Sea Scrolls
Dead Sea Scrolls Hello everyone! I’m Ryan, your resident Bible nerd, and I’m excited to share some fascinating insights about one of the most significant discoveries in biblical history: the Dead Sea Scrolls. Recently, I had the opportunity to present on this topic during my men's Bible study group, and it truly was a fun and enlightening experience. Today, I want to dive deeper into what makes these ancient texts so impactful and why they are crucial to our understanding of
Mar 17, 20253 min read
Hidden Gems in the Bible: Lesser-Known Stories with Profound Insights
Join Ryan on the Bible N3rd as he explores hidden gems in the Bible, uncovering lesser-known stories and characters that offer profo
Jan 16, 20253 min read
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Please take a listen to my podcast. I have Bible Studies and other Christian topics. My hope is to have guests on the show too! Let's see where God takes this!
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