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The Bible Code – Hidden Encryption or Outright Myth?
My money is on the latter. Take a look at a recent FringePop321 video for why: You can also see how the Dead Sea Scrolls undermines the whole premise of equidistant letter sequencing here. The Bible Code is dead on arrival.
Nibiru and Planet X – Are We In For A Surprise?
The latest episode of FringePop321 -- have a look and then SUBSCRIBE!
Dr. Heiser’s Handout for his Naked Bible Conference Session
Here it is - click the link: nbchandout
Interview on the Deeper Waters Podcast
I recently did an interview on the Deeper Waters apologetics podcast. Here's the link for listening!
Dr. Michael Brown on the Black Israelites Idea
I haven't watched or listened to this yet, but I'm expecting Dr. Brown to have some sound insights on this paleobabble.
Dr. Johnson Responds to Questions on His Atonement Discussion
A little while ago I posted some passages for Dr. Johnson's take that (obviously) were relevant to his discussion about atonement / substitution language. Turns out he had been discussing those with some of you. What follows are his answers, as well as email questions...
Mike’s (Brief) Takes on Bible Codes, Ancient Aliens, Weird Artifacts — Reasons to Subscribe to FringePop321
If you haven't subscribed to FringePop321, Mike's YouTube Channel for discussing paleobabble, you need to! Some recent episodes: The Bible Code - Hidden Encryption or Outright Myth? Is Aleph-Tav a Reference to Jesus? The Angkor Wat Stegosaurus?
Excellent Article on the Sol Invictus Myth as the Basis for Birth Date of Jesus on December 25
Some readers will recall that last year around Christmas we devoted an episode of the Naked Bible Podcast (#195) to the myth that Christmas was a pagan holiday because of the December 25 (winter solstice) date. As the myth goes, the date was chosen by Constantine to...
Introducing Yesod Bible Center
I want to make you all aware of a new website: Yesod Bible Center. It's the creation of Dr. Igal German, a friend of mine that I met in Chicago. In particular, Dr. German offers online courses and podcast material. His site is also a gateway for accessing a number of...
Some Focus Passages for a Discussion of Atonement and Substitution
I presume most of you have kept up with Dr. Johnson's "thinking out loud" series on how we talk / should talk / might talk about the work of the cross as it relates (or not) to wrath and substitution. I have sent him a short list of verses for comment -- wanting his...
Why I’m Not on the Bandwagon with Christian Nephilim Hunters
Well, there are several reasons that I could go into at length, but you really don't need any more of an explanation than this essay by Jason Colavito. What he's shooting at is a testament to poor thinking, shoddy research (biblical and otherwise), incoherent...
What is the Bible’s Big Story? Part 6
What is the Bible’s Big Story? Part 6 This is part 6 of Dr. Ronn Johnson’s blog series. Please see my own posted thoughts of a few days ago. It’s good to think about what words we use to describe what the cross (and subsequent resurrection) accomplished. It's not as...
Wave of Egyptian Nephilim Paleobabble Headed Our Way
I just saw a news story about a 2,000 year-old sarcophagus discovered in Alexandria, Egypt. The coffin dates to the Ptolemaic era (ca. 305-30 BC). News articles have dutifully noted that the sarcophagus is 8.5 feet long. I'm trembling with excitement over what is sure...
Some Random Thoughts About Substitutionary Atonement
I just want to post some short thoughts on Dr. Johnson’s series. He’s doing what he does best – making us think about things we take for granted. I've jotted down some notes and sharing them is overdue. Here are some thoughts... I believe in the concept of penal...