Truth Be Told

A theology and apologetics podcast born out of a love for God’s word, a hope to find common ground with those who study it, and a desire to outline truth as the Bible tells it.

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  Episode #224

  "Safe" Prayers Can Hide Dangerous Things

  Aug 14, 202620 min

  Sometimes the most revealing problems in our prayer life are the ones that don’t look like problems. In this episode, I talk about something I’ve noticed in my own prayers: I say the word “help” constantly. “Help me with this.” “Help me through that.” “Help Your Kingdom come.” On the surface, there’s nothing wrong with asking God for help. But when I looked beneath the surface, I realized that some of the seemingly harmless elements of my prayers were actually revealing something deeper—a lack of trust, complacency, and a tendency to keep God at arm’s length. I realized that sometimes I was being vague in prayer because it felt safer. If I didn’t clearly ask God to do something, I couldn’t be disappointed if He didn’t do it. I trusted that God could intervene, but did I really trust that He would intervene for me? That realization became especially clear when I found myself praying about a conflict where my instinct was to defend myself. I wanted God to be my defender, but I struggled to even articulate what I wanted Him to do. Did I want vindication? Reconciliation? A change in circumstances? A change in someone’s heart? And what if I was wrong? This led me to a much bigger question: What do the seemingly harmless habits in our prayers reveal about what we actually believe about God? In this episode, I explore the difference between praying according to God’s will and simply being afraid to ask for what we really want. We’ll talk about trust, specificity in prayer, surrendering our desires to God, and the danger of unconsciously keeping God at a comfortable distance. And ultimately, I come back to Romans 8:31–35 and the question of how deeply we really believe that God is for us. If He did not spare His own Son but gave Him up for us, what does that tell us about His willingness to care for us now? This isn’t a formula for getting God to answer our prayers the way we want. God is not obligated to give us the outcomes we ask for, and sometimes He is quiet. But I think there is tremendous value in examining what we’re really asking for, confronting the things beneath the surface of our prayers, seeking to understand God’s will, and remembering that nothing—not difficult circumstances, not time, and not our uncertainty—can separate us from the love of Christ. Maybe the problem with some of our prayers isn’t what we’re saying. Maybe it’s what those words are quietly revealing about what we believe. Email: truthbetoldbiblepodcast@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthBeToldYouTube Logo: Matt Hernandez Music: Acoustic Indie Folk Years By MarkJuly #Prayer #ChristianPrayer #PrayerLife #PrayerJourney #TrustGod #TrustingGod #FaithInGod #ChristianFaith #ChristianLiving #GrowingInFaith #RelationshipWithGod #HearingGod #GodsWill #GodsPlan #BiblicalTruth #BibleStudy #BibleReflection #Romans8 #ChristianEncouragement #ChristianPodcast #ChristianYouTube #FaithJourney #SpiritualGrowth #FollowingJesus #JesusChrist #GodIsGood #ChristianContent #PrayerLife #FaithOverFear #WalkWithGod

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  Episode #223

  Read the Bible As Fiction (Sometimes)

  Aug 7, 202614 min

  Often, people claim that the Bible is an instruction manual for life. While it can (and should) guide and teach us, this view of Scripture feels so narrow to me. In this episode, I explore why I've never connected with books like James or Proverbs in quite the same way many Christians do—and what that has taught me about the way we read Scripture. Commands, wisdom, and moral instruction are essential. We need the Law. We need to be taught, corrected, and guided. But being told to do good isn't always the same as being inspired to become good. That's where stories matter. The greatest works of fiction captivate us because they allow us to witness courage, sacrifice, integrity, redemption, and character growth. We don't simply learn about virtue—we come to admire it, long for it, and often find ourselves wanting to imitate it. The Bible offers this same gift through its narratives. What if we've been reading those stories the wrong way? Too often we approach biblical narratives only to extract lessons, commands, or principles, reducing living stories into bullet points for moral instruction. But God didn't just give us rules to follow—He gave us people to know, struggles to witness, failures to grieve, victories to celebrate, and examples that stir our hearts toward goodness. The Bible isn't fiction. But sometimes we should read it the way we read great fiction: entering the story, connecting with the characters, feeling the weight of their choices, and allowing their lives to inspire us. Not just so we'll know what is good—but so we'll genuinely desire to be good. Join me as we explore why inspiration is just as important as instruction, and why Scripture was designed to shape not only our actions, but also our affections. Email: truthbetoldbiblepodcast@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthBeToldYouTube Logo: Matt Hernandez Music: Acoustic Indie Folk Years By MarkJuly #Bible #BibleStudy #Christianity #ChristianPodcast #ChristianYouTube #Scripture #BiblicalWisdom #Faith #Discipleship #SpiritualGrowth #CharacterFormation #Virtue #BiblicalNarrative #Storytelling #ReadTheBible #BibleReading #ChristianLiving #Theology #ChristianThought #FaithJourney #Jesus #OldTestament #NewTestament #ChristianContent #WisdomLiterature

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  Episode #222

  Is Paul's Concern About Speaking In Tongues (1 Corinthians 14) Still Relevant Today?

  Jul 31, 202619 min

  **Is 1 Corinthians 14 really just about speaking in tongues?** In this episode, we explore a broader principle hidden within Paul's instructions about tongues and interpretation. While language barriers may not look the same today, communication barriers are everywhere—in our churches, our worship, and even our relationships with one another. Using 1 Corinthians 14 alongside 1 Corinthians 10:23-24, we discuss why being *right* isn't always enough. As Christians, we're called not only to speak the truth, but to communicate it in ways that build others up. What happens when worship styles clash? Is it wrong to sing a prayer? Should we abandon tradition—or cling to it? Rather than taking either extreme, this conversation looks at how both presenters and listeners share the responsibility of pursuing unity through love, humility, and effective communication. Whether you're a preacher, worship leader, Bible teacher, or simply someone who wants to better understand Scripture and strengthen the church, this episode will challenge you to think differently about what it means to edify one another. **Scriptures Discussed:** • 1 Corinthians 14:27-28 • 1 Corinthians 10:23-25 If this episode encourages you, consider subscribing, sharing it with a friend, and joining the conversation in the comments. #BibleStudy #1Corinthians #ChristianPodcast #ChristianYouTube #Worship #ChurchUnity #BibleTeaching #ChristianLiving #Faith #Scripture #faith #truthbetold #JesusChrist #God #Jesus #Christ #church #theology #apologetics #speakingintongues #cultural #culture #communication #barriers #Communicationbarriers #languagebarriers #bible #biblical Email: truthbetoldbiblepodcast@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthBeToldYouTube Logo: Matt Hernandez Music: Acoustic Indie Folk Years By MarkJuly

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  Episode #221

  Called To Something Epic

  Jul 24, 202621 min

  In this episode of *Truth Be Told*, we take a look at a danger that can quietly creep into the lives of Christians: familiarity. Because Christianity is so deeply woven into our culture, our families, and even our personal histories, it can sometimes begin to feel ordinary. We go to church, say our prayers, try to live good lives—and somewhere along the way, we can lose our sense of wonder. We forget the incredible reality of what we have been called into. The early Christians experienced this struggle as well. Many faced persecution, hardship, division, and uncertainty. They were scattered throughout the world and often looked at their circumstances and wondered where they fit in God’s plan. But Peter begins his first epistle by reminding them of something far greater than their immediate situation: they were not forgotten people living meaningless lives. They were chosen by God, called according to His purpose, redeemed by the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, and brought into a salvation that generations of prophets longed to see. Peter reminds believers that this salvation was not a small or ordinary thing—it was the fulfillment of a plan that stretched across history. It was something even angels longed to understand. Their circumstances may have been difficult, but their spiritual reality was extraordinary. In this episode, we explore how passages like 1 Peter and Hebrews 11 challenge us to recover our amazement at the Christian life. The heroes of faith were still waiting for the completion of God’s promises, because God had planned something even greater that included us. Our faith is not mundane. Our calling is not ordinary. The fact that Christianity may feel familiar does not mean God is common, boring, or small. It means we have the privilege of living in the reality that generations before us hoped to see. Join us as we remember the epic truth of what it means to be called by God. Email: truthbetoldbiblepodcast@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthBeToldYouTube Logo: Matt Hernandez Music: Acoustic Indie Folk Years By MarkJuly #TruthBeTold #ChristianApologetics #ChristianPodcast #Theology #BibleStudy #BiblicalStudies #Scripture #JesusChrist #Gospel #ChristianFaith #FaithAndReason #ChristianLiving #SpiritualGrowth #RediscoverFaith #WonderOfGod #AmazingGrace #CalledByGod #ChosenByGod #IdentityInChrist #LifeInChrist #PurposeOfGod #GodsCalling #Salvation #1Peter #FirstPeter #1Peter1 #Hebrews11 #HeroesOfFaith #FaithJourney #FaithOverFear #Persecution #EarlyChurch #BiblicalEncouragement #ChristianHope #HopeInChrist #EternalPerspective #KingdomOfGod #GloryOfGod #GodsPromises #TheChristianLife #FollowingJesus #KnowingGod #DeepBibleStudy #BibleTeaching #TheologyTalk #ChristianWorldview #DefendingTheFaith #ApologeticsPodcast #BibleReliability #JesusIsLord #Christianity #FaithIsNotBoring #AmazedByGod #EpicFaith

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  Episode #220

  The Samaritan Woman at the Well ALL THE WAY BACK in 2 Kings 17

  Jul 17, 202618 min

  In this episode, we explore one of the most fascinating encounters in the Gospels: Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well in John 4. At first glance, the story of a woman who had five husbands—and was living with a man who was not her husband—may seem like a simple account of Jesus offering grace to a broken person. But when we look deeper into the Old Testament background, an incredible connection emerges. The story of this Samaritan woman appears to parallel the history of Samaria itself, especially the events recorded in 2 Kings 17, where Assyria brought five foreign peoples into the land who mixed pagan worship with the worship of YHWH. The five husbands of the Samaritan woman may serve as a powerful literary and theological reflection of the five nations and their false gods that shaped Samaria’s history. In this encounter, Jesus presents Himself as the true bridegroom—the one who comes to restore what has been broken and bring true worship back to God’s people. But how should Christians respond when we find these kinds of striking parallels between the Old and New Testaments? Some fear that connections like this make the Bible seem like an ancient myth—a story carefully crafted by human authors rather than a record of real events. In this episode, we explore why that conclusion does not follow. Instead, these connections should deepen our awe at the way God works through history, through human authors, and through real lives to reveal His purposes. The writers of Scripture could recognize meaningful patterns and highlight details, while God Himself sovereignly guided history and inspired His Word to point toward the greater story He was telling. Join us as we examine the Samaritan woman, the history of Samaria, and the incredible unity of Scripture that reveals a God who is not only able to inspire the written Word, but also to bring His promises to fulfillment through real people and real events. Email: truthbetoldbiblepodcast@gmail.com YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TruthBeToldYouTube Logo: Matt Hernandez Music: Acoustic Indie Folk Years By MarkJuly #TruthBeTold #ChristianApologetics #Theology #BibleStudy #BiblicalStudies #Scripture #JesusChrist #Gospel #ChristianPodcast #ApologeticsPodcast #SamaritanWoman #WomanAtTheWell #John4 #LivingWater #JesusAndTheSamaritanWoman #BridegroomChrist #JesusTheMessiah #Samaria #2Kings17 #OldTestament #NewTestament #BibleConnections #BiblicalTypology #ScriptureFulfilled #UnityOfScripture #IsTheBibleTrue #BibleReliability #TrustTheBible #EvidenceForChristianity #ChristianDefense #FaithAndReason #HistoricalChristianity #TheBibleIsTrue #GodsWord #InspiredScripture #Christianity #Faith #Jesus #Church #ChristianLiving #TheologyTalk #BibleTeaching #DeepDiveBibleStudy

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