Genesis 32:30 – Can We Truly See God's Face? Unraveling Biblical Contradictions
01/24/25 • 11 min
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Welcome to this episode of the Bible Difficulties and Answers podcast, where host Lance Smith delves into one of the most puzzling questions in scripture: Can we truly see God's face? What does it mean when the Bible states that Moses spoke to God face-to-face, yet also mentions that no one can see God and live?
In today's discussion, we examine these intriguing biblical accounts, focusing on the encounters of Moses and Jacob with the divine. We explore various explanations, from God's controlled revealing of Himself to the notion of early appearances of Jesus, known as Christophanies.
Join us as we navigate these apparent contradictions and uncover deeper truths about God's nature and His desire to connect with humanity. Gain insights into the theological implications of these encounters and the broader narrative of scripture that they contribute to.
References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following:
The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website
The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page
Email Address: [email protected]
- https://a.co/d/7shn4hI (The Big Book of Bible Difficulties from Amazon)
- https://answersingenesis.org/who-is-god/face-to-face/
- https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/jacob-wrestles-god-2/commentary-on-genesis-329-13-22-30
Welcome to this episode of the Bible Difficulties and Answers podcast, where host Lance Smith delves into one of the most puzzling questions in scripture: Can we truly see God's face? What does it mean when the Bible states that Moses spoke to God face-to-face, yet also mentions that no one can see God and live?
In today's discussion, we examine these intriguing biblical accounts, focusing on the encounters of Moses and Jacob with the divine. We explore various explanations, from God's controlled revealing of Himself to the notion of early appearances of Jesus, known as Christophanies.
Join us as we navigate these apparent contradictions and uncover deeper truths about God's nature and His desire to connect with humanity. Gain insights into the theological implications of these encounters and the broader narrative of scripture that they contribute to.
References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following:
The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website
The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page
Email Address: [email protected]
- https://a.co/d/7shn4hI (The Big Book of Bible Difficulties from Amazon)
- https://answersingenesis.org/who-is-god/face-to-face/
- https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/jacob-wrestles-god-2/commentary-on-genesis-329-13-22-30
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Tuesday Contradictions: Matthew 4:1 (Part 2) – "Untangling the Temptation: Jesus' Dual Nature Explained"
Welcome to the "Bible Difficulties and Answers" podcast, where host Lance Smith delves into a fascinating theological question: If Jesus is God, can he be tempted? In this episode, Lance explores the apparent contradiction between Matthew 4:1 and James 1:13 to uncover the profound truths behind Jesus' dual nature.
Through a deep examination of Scripture and theological insights, learn how Jesus' truly divine and truly human nature presents a unique understanding of temptation. Discover how external temptations test character without compromising sinlessness, offering listeners a new perspective on faith.
This episode promises to enrich your understanding of Christology and offer encouragement as you face life's own challenges, providing a thought-provoking look into divine mystery and human experience.
References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may found at the following:
The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website
The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page
Email Address: [email protected]
- https://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/first/contra2_list.html (The Skeptics Annotated Bible)
- https://a.co/d/9Sa3k03 (The MacArthur Study Bible)
- https://www.reasonablefaith.org/writings/question-answer/was-christ-a-divine-human-person
- https://www.gotquestions.org/led-into-the-wilderness-to-be-tempted.html
- https://devosfromthehill.org/2014/09/24/the-temptation-of-jesus/
- https://www.biblicaltheology.com/Research/SchellenbergJB05.pdf
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Tuesday Contradictions: Matthew 4:10 – Should You Serve God Alone? A Closer Look
Welcome to another episode of Bible Difficulties and Answers, where we dissect so-called contradictions in the Scriptures to reveal deeper truths. This episode explores the provocative question: should you serve God alone? Host Lance Smith examines the implications of biblical texts like Matthew 4:10 and their relationship with commands for slaves, wives, and children. Through historical context and linguistic analysis, he highlights how these passages align as facets of a life dedicated to God.
Dive into a nuanced analysis of biblical servitude, uncovering the misunderstood practices of indentured servitude in ancient texts. Learn how 'serve' in Matthew 4:10 deepens our understanding of worship and relationship-related instructions.
Finally, we consider how biblical directives for serving earthly figures fit within a broader, God-centered framework. Discover how ultimate allegiance, transformative obedience, and serving as unto the Lord offer a harmonious view of serving God while honoring human relationships.
Join Lance as he equips listeners with the tools to navigate these challenging questions with context and clarity, enhancing your understanding of Scripture.
References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may found at the following:
The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website
The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page
Email Address: [email protected]
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