Weighed in the Balance
Weighed in the Balance
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Weighed in the Balance, the show where we weigh claims against scripture and see if they hold up, of if they fall flat.
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The show focuses on various theological topics, with episodes tackling the intricacies of doctrines like Sola Scriptura, the deity of Christ, and contemporary cultural claims against biblical teachings. For example, one episode debates whether early Church Fathers’ interpretations support the Protestant view, while another examines the balance of authority between Scripture and church tradition.
Weighed in the Balance, the show where we weigh claims against scripture and see if they hold up, of if they fall flat.
What does a good theological argument actually look like?
In this episode of Weighed in the Balance, I return to the 2021 debate between Nathan Cravat and Mitch Canupp—not to rehash personalities or score cheap points, but to use the debate itself as a case study in how arguments should (and should not) be made.
Focusing on Cravat’s response to the opening question—“Do we have a perfect Bible today?”—I walk through what makes an argument strong: careful definitions, sound exegesis, historical awareness, logical consistency, and above all, clarity without cruelty. Along the way, we contrast this with the kinds of sloppy claims, moving goalposts, and shrinking definitions that often characterize weak positions.
This episode is not an attack on individuals, nor is it a rant against the King James Version itself. Instead, it’s an exercise in discernment: learning how to recognize when an argument stands on Scripture—and when it’s propped up by rhetoric, conspiracy, or special pleading.
If you care about truth, charity, and intellectual honesty—especially in theological debates—this episode is for you.
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