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Join Dr. Stephen Boyce and Fr. James Gadomski (host of Barely Protestant) for a joint livestream as we discuss the shocking news: The Vatican embraces LGBTQ+ pilgrims inside St. Peter’s Basilica. Together we’ll examine what this move means for Catholicism, ecumenical dialogue, and the broader Christian world. Is this a genuine act of hospitality, or a troubling signal of confusion within Rome? Don’t miss this important conversation that cuts to the heart of faith, tradition, and the future of the Church. If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner that receives newsletters and one on one discussions with Dr. Boyce, here's a link: https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=6381a2ee-b82f-42a7-809e-6b733cec05a7 #Vatican #LGBTQ #CatholicChurch #StPetersBasilica #Rome #Christianity #Ecumenism #DrStephenBoyce #FrJamesGadomski #BarelyProtestant #FACTSPodcast #StephenBoyce

Where should someone start studying church history? Many people jump straight to Augustine, the Creeds, or the Councils — but the real starting point is with Eusebius of Caesarea, the first great historian of the Church.In this episode of The FACTS Podcast with Dr. Stephen Boyce, we explore: • Who Eusebius was and why he matters. • How his Ecclesiastical History preserves documents we would otherwise have lost. • Why he gives the best “map” of Christianity from the apostles to Constantine. • How to read him critically, seeing both his strengths and biases. • A recommended pathway for continuing after Eusebius with the Apostolic Fathers, Apologists, and Nicene defenders.If you’ve ever asked, “Where should I begin my study of church history?” — this is the episode for you.👉 Subscribe for more episodes on the early Church, theology, and history.👉 Comment below: Where did you start your journey into church history?#ChurchHistory #Eusebius #EarlyChurch #ChristianHistory #ChurchFathers #TheologyPodcast #EcclesiasticalHistory #ApostolicFathers #Constantine #Christianity #TheFACTSPodcast #StephenBoyce #DrStephenBoyce

Will there really be a Third Temple in Jerusalem? Or has the Temple already been fulfilled in Christ? In this episode, Stephen Boyce and Pat May examine one of the most debated questions in Bible prophecy. We’ll explore why a physical third temple is unnecessary and how Jesus Himself is the final Temple, as revealed in John’s Gospel (John 2:19-21) and Revelation (21-22). We’ll also expose how Dispensationalist interpretations of Ezekiel’s Temple and Revelation often miss the point of the New Covenant. Ezekiel’s visionary temple and John’s apocalyptic imagery are not blueprints for future construction—they’re prophetic symbols fulfilled in Christ and His Church. What we’ll cover: * Why Christ is the ultimate Temple of God (John 1:14, John 2:19-21) * Problems with rebuilding a Temple under the Law of Moses today * How Ezekiel’s Temple points to a spiritual reality, not a future building * Misinterpretations of Revelation by Dispensationalists * The Church as God’s Temple (1 Corinthians 3, Ephesians 2) * Why focusing on Christ as the Temple transforms worship and prophecy Join us as we bring clarity to one of the most misunderstood eschatological topics. #BibleProphecy #ThirdTemple #Eschatology #Dispensationalism #BookOfRevelation #EzekielTemple #ChristTheTemple #NewCovenant #EndTimesDebate #FACTSPodcast #StephenBoyce

Isaiah 7:14 declares, “Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel.” But was Isaiah pointing to Mary and the birth of Jesus—or someone else in his own day? In this episode, we explore the historical context of Isaiah’s prophecy, King Ahaz’s crisis, the meaning of the Hebrew word ‘almâh, and the different interpretations that have been offered throughout history. Was the sign fulfilled in Isaiah’s time through Hezekiah, Maher-Shalal-Hash-Baz, or the remnant of Israel? Or is Matthew correct in applying it directly to the virgin birth of Christ?In this episode of FACTS, Dr. Stephen Boyce unpacks Isaiah’s prophecy, exploring both its immediate context and ultimate fulfillment, and shows how the New Testament identifies Mary—the mother of Jesus—as the true fulfillment of the promise of Immanuel, ‘God with us.'🔑 Topics Covered: • Historical background: Ahaz, Assyria, and the Syro-Ephraimite War • The sign of Immanuel in Isaiah’s day • The debate over ‘almâh (“young woman” vs. “virgin”) • Ancient translations: LXX, Syriac, and Vulgate choices • Double fulfillment: immediate sign + ultimate prophecy • Why Matthew applies Isaiah 7:14 to Mary and Jesus👉 Don’t miss this deep dive into one of the most debated prophecies in Scripture!If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner that receives newsletters and one on one discussions with Dr. Boyce, here's a link: https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=6381a2ee-b82f-42a7-809e-6b733cec05a7 #VirginBirth #Isaiah7 #Immanuel #Mary #BiblicalProphecy #OldTestament #NewTestament #Apologetics #BibleStudy #ProphecyFulfilled #MessianicProphecy #JesusChrist #Theology #ChristianPodcast #GospelTruth #StephenBoyce #DrStephenBoyce #FACTSPodcast

The Book of Enoch has fascinated Christians, historians, and conspiracy theorists alike. Quoted in the New Testament and preserved in ancient manuscripts, it raises the question: If it’s so important, why isn’t it in the Bible? In this episode, Stephen Boyce will break down the three major Enochic writings—1 Enoch, 2 Enoch, and 3 Enoch—exploring their origins, contents, and influence. We’ll cover why the Ethiopian Orthodox Church includes 1 Enoch in its canon, why the rest of Christianity does not, and what early Jewish and Christian communities thought of these books. Drawing from historical evidence, manuscript studies, and centuries of canon debates, we’ll look at: • The difference between canonical Scripture and pseudepigrapha • The limited and regional reception of Enoch • Why its absence from the Hebrew Bible matters • How the New Testament uses 1 Enoch without affirming it as Scripture • Theological and textual reasons for its exclusion If you’ve ever wondered about the Watchers, Azazel, or why Jude quotes Enoch, this episode will give you the historical and theological clarity you need. If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner that receives newsletters and one on one discussions with Dr. Boyce, here's a link: https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=6381a2ee-b82f-42a7-809e-6b733cec05a7 ⸻ #BookOfEnoch #Enoch #BiblicalCanon #BibleHistory #Apocrypha #Pseudepigrapha #Watchers #Azazel #1Enoch #2Enoch #3Enoch #AncientManuscripts #EthiopianOrthodox #BiblicalStudies #ChurchHistory #DeadSeaScrolls #BiblePodcast #ChristianPodcast #TheologyPodcast #CanonDebates #StephenBoyce