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Wits' End

Wits' End

By: Jonathan Marshall and George Antonios
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Two pastors, one from Montreal, Canada, the other from Toledo, Ohio discuss a wide range of topics as they seek to be Philadelphians living in Laodicea. Email us at witsendguys@gmail.comJonathan Marshall and George Antonios Christianity Spirituality
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  • So Many Thoughts
    May 22 2025

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    Takeaways

    • The humor in sitcoms can be misleading for Christians.
    • Christian liberty allows for personal choices in media consumption.
    • The fear of animals towards humans changed post-flood.
    • Justice in the law includes responsibility for one's animals.
    • Sacrifices in the Bible signify the need for atonement.
    • Clean and unclean animals have significance in biblical law.
    • Capital punishment serves as a foundational aspect of governance.
    • Human responsibility has increased post-reset.
    • The image of God in humanity is a broken reflection.
    • Governments have specific responsibilities outlined in scripture.
    • Financial education is crucial for faith communities.


    Chapters

    00:00 Welcome Back to Toledo

    03:00 Cultural Commentary on Sitcoms

    06:05 Christian Liberty and Media Consumption

    08:55 Human Government and Animal Fear

    11:57 Justice and Responsibility in the Law

    15:13 The Significance of Sacrifice

    17:59 Understanding Clean and Unclean Animals

    20:46 The Life of the Flesh is in the Blood

    30:24 The Dynamics of Communication and Control

    31:56 Capital Punishment as a Framework for Governance

    34:23 The Reset of Human Responsibility

    37:59 The Necessity of Consequences in Society

    40:49 The Image of God and Human Accountability

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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Floods & Seasons
    May 8 2025

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    • The Holy Spirit is often symbolized by wind and doves in scripture.
    • Words have the power to create or calm storms in our lives.
    • The ark's resting place symbolizes God's promises and new beginnings.
    • Understanding the flood's duration helps us grasp God's timing.
    • The raven and dove represent different aspects of human nature and spirituality.
    • God's promises ensure the cycles of seasons will continue.
    • The first altar signifies the importance of sacrifice and worship.


    Chapters01:29 Exploring Genesis 8: The Flood Narrative

    04:23 The Symbolism of Wind and Spirit

    09:38 The Power of Words and Communication

    11:28 The Timing of the Ark's Resting

    15:19 The Search for Noah's Ark

    19:14 Understanding the Flood Dynamics

    24:15 The Role of the Dove in the Flood

    30:31 The Restlessness of the Wicked

    31:51 The Significance of the Flood's Timeline

    33:35 The Earth's Calendar and Its Changes

    36:21 Cycles of Life and Seasons

    39:46 The First Altar and Sacrifices

    41:39 The Commission to Multiply

    46:00 Understanding the Heart's Role

    47:19 Cycles and Climate Change

    49:00 The Importance of Seasons in Life

    51:21 Cycles as a Mercy from God

    54:45 Living in Regular Cycles

    56:37 The Growth Process and God's Timing

    58:31 Anticipating the Future Glory

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    1 hr
  • Under the Sea
    Apr 24 2025

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    • There is significant evidence supporting the occurrence of a global flood.
    • Evolution is a post-hoc rationalization for the existence of life.
    • The earth is considered the crown jewel of the universe in biblical narrative.
    • New species are discovered every year, highlighting theunexplored nature of our planet.
    • Over 80% of the ocean remains unexplored, leaving many mysteries unsolved.
    • Theories of advanced alien civilizations are often morereadily accepted than biblical accounts.


    00:00 Introduction to Genesis 7 and the Flood

    03:04 The Globality of the Flood

    05:56 Scientific Perspectives on the Flood

    09:01 Theological Implications of the Flood

    12:11 Extra-Biblical Evidence for the Flood

    15:01 Evolution vs. Creationism

    17:46 Historical Context of Evolution

    21:02 The Role of Henry Ward Beecher in Evolution Debate

    23:57 Reflections on Faith and Preaching

    27:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

    34:58 Humor in Faith: A Lighthearted Anecdote

    36:02 Theological Reflections on Judgment and Remnant

    38:58 The Power of Water: Biblical and ScientificPerspectives

    42:06 Breath and Blood: The Essence of Life

    45:59 Exploring the Depths: Ocean Mysteries and Discoveries

    49:47 The Unknown: Speculations on Marine Life and Extraterrestrials

    55:00 Theories of Creation: Mars and the Biblical Narrative

    59:56 Human Nature and Belief: The Struggle with the Divine

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    1 hr and 5 mins

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