Weighed in the Balance

The REAL Problem with King James Onlyism

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467121/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Weighed in the Balance, we continue examining audience questions from the 2021 debate between Mitch Canupp and Nathan Cravatt on the King James Only controversy. This section of the debate reveals some of the deepest theological differences between the two sides. We discuss: * Textual variants and how textual criticism actually works * Translation differences vs. manuscript differences * Titus 2:13 and the Granville Sharp construction * 1 Peter 3:18 and translation philosophy * Whether Christ can truly be preached from modern translations * Acts 12:4 (“Easter” vs. “Passover”) * Claims that chapter and verse numbers contain inspired revelation * The purpose of Scripture according to the Reformed tradition * Why the gospel itself must remain central in our doctrine of Scripture My goal in this series is not mockery or outrage, but careful and charitable theological analysis. Even where disagreements are sharp, Christians should strive to represent opposing positions accurately and fairly. If you enjoy careful theological discussion, please like the video, subscribe to the channel, and consider sharing the episode. 00:00 Introduction to the Debate 02:10 Understanding Textual Variants 06:07 Translational Differences Explained 15:32 The Role of Scripture in Salvation 31:10 Interpreting Prophecy and Scripture 50:18 The Purpose of Scripture 58:14 Conclusion and Reflection Support the show [https://trinitarianthoughts.substack.com/] Do you think this claim is found wanting? Let us know on social!!  Click here to find us everywhere!! [https://linktr.ee/weighedinthebalance]

Are You Studying the Bible for Truth… or Just to Be Right?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467121/fan_mail/new] Are we studying Scripture to discover what’s true—or just to defend what we already believe? In this episode of Weighed in the Balance, we break down a key issue behind so many theological debates: confirmation bias. Using a real exchange on Bible translations, we look at what happens when someone prioritizes their conclusions over the evidence. We cover: * Why “uniformity” in manuscripts is a myth * Whether modern translations actually remove doctrine * How presuppositions shape interpretation * What it really means to seek truth in theology This one gets a bit more intense than usual—but the question matters. 👇 Jump into the comments: Do you think most people study to learn—or to defend their position? 👍 Like & subscribe if you enjoy thoughtful, charitable theological discussion. 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Its Goals 01:11 The Purpose of Studying Scripture 06:12 Exploring Different Theological Perspectives 07:01 The Importance of Challenging Biases 08:31 Debate Analysis: The Blood of Christ 17:06 Uniformity vs. Preservation in Translations 22:35 Misrepresentation in Theological Arguments 27:04 Conclusion: Seeking Truth vs. Defending Biases Support the show [https://trinitarianthoughts.substack.com/] Do you think this claim is found wanting? Let us know on social!!  Click here to find us everywhere!! [https://linktr.ee/weighedinthebalance]

Do Modern Bibles Remove “the Blood”? | KJV Onlyism Answered

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467121/fan_mail/new] Do modern Bible translations actually remove references to the blood of Christ? And what about people who struggle to understand the KJV—don’t we want people to actually read and understand the Bible for themselves? In this episode, we look at two major audience questions from the KJV Onlyism debate: 1. Should Christians be expected to read a Bible they cannot understand? 2. Are modern translations removing key doctrines by omitting phrases like “through His blood” in Colossians 1:14? The goal is not just to possess a Bible—but to know God through His Word. If you enjoy careful, charitable theological discussion, consider subscribing and joining the conversation. 00:00 Introduction to Biblical Study 02:03 Understanding Scripture and Its Importance 06:43 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Understanding 17:00 Textual Variants and Their Implications 32:08 The Debate on King James Version vs. Modern Translations Support the show [https://trinitarianthoughts.substack.com/] Do you think this claim is found wanting? Let us know on social!!  Click here to find us everywhere!! [https://linktr.ee/weighedinthebalance]

KJV Onlyism, Origen, and Manuscripts: Let’s Think Clearly

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467121/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Weighed in the Balance, we continue working through audience questions from the Cravat–Canupp debate, focusing on King James Onlyism and textual criticism. Can anything good come from Egypt? Should manuscripts be dismissed based on their origin? Did Origen corrupt the text of Scripture? And what exactly is textual criticism anyway? We take a careful and charitable look at these questions, distinguishing between lower and higher criticism, addressing common misconceptions, and emphasizing why these issues matter for how we understand the Bible today. My goal is not to attack, but to think clearly and faithfully about Scripture, history, and the tools God has given us to understand His Word. If you enjoy thoughtful theological discussion, consider liking the video and subscribing. 📌 Let me know your thoughts in the comments: – Should Egyptian manuscripts be dismissed? – How do you understand textual criticism? – Do translation differences affect doctrine? 00:00 Introduction to the Debate and Audience Questions 01:55 Critique of King James-Onlyism 07:36 Understanding Origen and Textual Criticism 14:23 Lower vs Higher Criticism in Textual Studies 24:54 Philosophy and Its Role in Theology 29:11 Examining Scriptural Citations and Errors Support the show [https://trinitarianthoughts.substack.com/] Do you think this claim is found wanting? Let us know on social!!  Click here to find us everywhere!! [https://linktr.ee/weighedinthebalance]

Is Sola Scriptura Logically Inconsistent? (A Clear Answer in Response to Sean Hiller)

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2467121/fan_mail/new] In this episode of Weighed in the Balance, we examine a common Roman Catholic objection: that sola scriptura is logically inconsistent. But is that actually true? Before responding to that claim, we lay out the positive case for sola scriptura, grounded in the Westminster Confession of Faith, and present a clear syllogistic argument: *  God alone is the final authority  *  We access that authority through His Word  *  God’s Word was given orally and in Scripture  *  Oral revelation has ceased  *  Therefore, Scripture is now the only access point to God’s final authority  From there, we evaluate whether objections to sola scriptura actually demonstrate a logical contradiction, or whether they simply challenge the truth of the premises. We also interact with a video by Sean Hiller and examine several common misunderstandings of the doctrine. 00:00 Introduction to Sola Scriptura 01:18 The Positive Case for Sola Scriptura 05:02 Understanding Final Authority 07:57 Logical Consistency of Sola Scriptura 12:42 Addressing Objections to Sola Scriptura 17:48 The Role of Secondary Authorities 21:50 The Importance of Church Authority 25:11 Examining Mr. Hiller's Arguments 30:11 Clarifying Misunderstandings 34:11 Conclusion and Invitation for Discussion Support the show [https://trinitarianthoughts.substack.com/] Do you think this claim is found wanting? Let us know on social!!  Click here to find us everywhere!! [https://linktr.ee/weighedinthebalance]