Who Really Killed Goliath? The Bible’s “Contradiction” Explained

Most people think that David kills Goliath with a sling and then cuts off his head (1 Samuel 17). But there’s a lesser-known biblical tension that surprises a lot of readers. 2 Samuel 21:19 seems to say that Elhanan killed Goliath. Is this a contradiction? Today, I invite on Old Testament (and Hebrew scholar) Dominick Hernandez to help us make sense of this seeming contradiction. READ: Who Really Killed Goliath? (https://textandcanon.org/who-really-k...) READ: Engaging the Old Testament by Dominick Hernandez (https://amzn.to/49PqD54) *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [smdcertdisc] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://x.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmcdowell/ Website: https://seanmcdowell.org

Let the Scriptures Speak: Episode 8

7 Amazing Sites That Confirm Old Testament History

How trustworthy are the Old Testament Scriptures? Join Frank and Dr. John Ferrer as they explore seven sites from their recent visit to Jordan and Israel that corroborate with people, places, and events found in the Bible. You won't want to miss this footage straight from the Holy Land! 📚 𝗥𝗘𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗗 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘𝗦 What I Discovered Digging in Jerusalem by Eli Shukron (with Frank Turek) DVD👉📱https://bit.ly/3hVZqBG Mp4 Download👉📱https://bit.ly/3KvvBEj  Podcast: 12 Biblical Archaeological Discoveries You’ve Never Heard Of Before with Dr. Titus Kennedy 👉📱 https://crossexamined.org/12-biblical... 🤝 𝗦𝗨𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗫𝗔𝗠𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗗 (𝗧𝗔𝗫-𝗗𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗕𝗟𝗘) 🤝 ● https://donor.crossexamined.org/ 👥 𝗦𝗢𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗠𝗘𝗗𝗜𝗔 👥 ● Facebook:   / crossexamined.org   ● X https://x.com/DrFrankTurek ● Instagram:   / drfrankturek   ● TikTok: https://bit.ly/3SSqGE5 🗄️ 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗢𝗨𝗥𝗖𝗘𝗦 🗄️ ● Website: https://crossexamined.org ● Store: https://impactapologetics.com/ ● Online Courses: https://www.onlinechristiancourses.com/ 🎙️ 𝗦𝗨𝗕𝗦𝗖𝗥𝗜𝗕𝗘 𝗧𝗢 𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗣𝗢𝗗𝗖𝗔𝗦𝗧 🎙️ ● Apple Podcast: http://bit.ly/CrossExamined_Podcast ● Spotify: http://bit.ly/CrossExaminedOfficial_P... ● Pandora: https://bit.ly/3M3c3tY ● iHeart: https://bit.ly/3ApZ2Il ● Podchaser: https://bit.ly/46PBzfH #Apologetics #Jesus #Christianity #Theology #Doctrine #Bible #QuestionsAboutFaith #Answers #Skeptics  #ChristianityIsTrue #True #CrossExamined #FrankTurek

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How Tall Was Goliath… Really?

Movies and children’s books almost always portray Goliath as a towering 9-foot giant, but what if that detail isn’t actually as certain as we’ve been told? In this video, we explore a fascinating textual debate surrounding the true height of Goliath in 1 Samuel 17. While the traditional Masoretic Text lists him as “six cubits and a span,” earlier witnesses like the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Septuagint, and Josephus may point to a shorter (but still massive) height. *Get a MASTERS IN APOLOGETICS or SCIENCE AND RELIGION at BIOLA (https://bit.ly/3LdNqKf) *USE Discount Code [smdcertdisc] for 25% off the BIOLA APOLOGETICS CERTIFICATE program (https://bit.ly/3AzfPFM) *See our fully online UNDERGRAD DEGREE in Bible, Theology, and Apologetics: (https://bit.ly/448STKK) FOLLOW ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA: Twitter: https://x.com/Sean_McDowell TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sean_mcdowell... Instagram:   / seanmcdowell   Website: https://seanmcdowell.org

Hellgate: The Christian Debate We're Afraid to Have | The Kirk Cameron S...

What does the Bible really say about hell, and is this issue worth dividing over? This special Hellgate roundtable is a landmark roundtable hosted by Kirk Cameron, bringing together four of today’s most trusted Christian voices in response to a viral father-son conversation that ignited a global debate. With open Bibles, humility, and intellectual integrity, these theologians wrestle honestly with one of the most emotionally charged doctrines of the Christian faith, exploring eternal conscious punishment, conditional immortality, and whether Christians can disagree without abandoning the gospel. Grounded in Scripture and guided by compassion, this deep 2½-hour conversation seeks biblical clarity on final judgment, because the truth about hell matters deeply to God and to the people we love. Brave Books: http://bravebooks.com/kirk (Code: Kirk) Gavin Ortlund:    / @truthunites   Dan Paterson:    / @qcsocials   Chris Date:    / @rethinkinghell   Paul Copan: https://x.com/DrPaulCopan #TheKirkCameronShow #Hellgate #ChristianTheology #GavinOrtlund #DanPatterson #ChrisDate #PaulCopan #HellDebate #EternalPunishment #EternalConsciousTorment #Annihilationism #ConditionalImmortality #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalHell

Taming the Tongue: Gossip, Slander & Respectable Sins That Destroy Your ...

How powerful are your words—really? In this episode, we open James 1:26 and James 3 to expose the “respectable sins” of the tongue: gossip, slander, lying, crude talk, and careless words. Scripture is clear: the tongue reveals the heart, and unchecked speech can lead to self-deception and spiritual harm. This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit: https://www.masters.edu We walk through five biblical realities about the tongue—why it’s powerful, restless, foul, prone to lying, and deadly through gossip—and why believers must bridle the tongue for the glory of God. If you’ve ever brushed off gossip as “not that serious,” these passages will challenge you. Subscribe for more Bible teaching and practical discipleship conversations. 💬 Question: Which “tongue sin” do you think Christians minimize most—gossip, sarcasm, exaggeration, or crude joking? https://www.amazon.com/Our-Savior-Who... The link for the study questions is here: https://www.jmacarthurpublishing.com/...

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The Refocused Life: Managing Technology

The Refocused Life: Managing Technology Series: Habits 2026 Date: January 25, 2026 Scripture: Genesis 1:28, Hebrews 12:1, Hebrews 4:14-16 ABOUT THIS MESSAGE Technology is a useful servant but a dangerous master. In this message, we explore how to discipline our digital habits to fulfill our purpose rather than be distracted from it. We discuss the theology of technology, the weight of distraction, and how to model a life of presence just as Jesus did. SERMON OUTLINE 1. The Theology of Technology (Genesis 1:28): Technology is not inherently evil; it is an outworking of the Cultural Mandate to "subdue the earth". 2. The Weight of Distraction (Hebrews 12:1): The digital life creates unnecessary weight that hinders our spiritual race. 3. Distraction from Purpose (Proverbs 12:11): We often use digital distractions to avoid work, people, and God. 4. The Incarnational Response (Hebrews 4:14-16): Jesus modeled a life of presence. We must prioritize being "right here, right now". REFLECTION QUESTIONS In what ways does your current use of technology distract you from your real work, relationships, or walk with God? Do you primarily use digital technology to create and build, or to consume and escape? Are you guilty of "phubbing" (snubbing people with your phone) family or friends? Does your phone go to bed before you do, or is it the last thing you see at night? If you have instant access to all knowledge, do you also seek the wisdom that comes only from God? PRACTICAL CHALLENGES FOR 2026 The Digital Detox: Disconnect for one hour a day, one day a week, and one week a year. Create, Don't Consume: Set up your environment to reward creativity rather than passive consumption. Bedtime Boundaries: Phones go to bed before we do and wake up after we do. The "WePad" Principle: Use technology together for a purpose instead of isolated scrolling. ANNOUNCEMENTS & UPCOMING EVENTS Feed My Starving Children: Join us on Wednesday, January 28, at 7:15 PM. Quarterly Business Meeting: Rescheduled due to weather. Now meeting Sunday, February 1, immediately following the service. Prayer Warriors Meeting: The next meeting will be held following the Business Meeting on February 1. Women's Fellowship & Craft Day: Saturday, February 7, at 9:00 AM. Bring a breakfast item to share!. Clothing Drive: Running through the end of February to benefit City Missions. Save the Date: Church-wide garage sale March 13-14. CONNECT WITH US Website: https://jointhebridge.com Location: 7503 E. Parker Rd. Lucas, Tx 75002 Email: thebridgecommunityfellowship@gmail.com WAYS TO GIVE Thank you for your continued financial support of The Bridge Community Fellowship. Zelle: thebridgecommunityfellowship@gmail.com Mail: The Bridge Community Fellowship, P.O. Box 1762, Wylie, Tx 75098 In-Person: Place cash/check in the White Church in the Sanctuary Find Faith. Build Friendships. Follow Jesus.