FACTS is a podcast that was started by Dr. Stephen Boyce from Greenville, South Carolina. The primary focus of this program is to cover historical content about the early church Fathers, the Apocryphal accounts, the canon, textual criticism, and the scripture itself. Most episodes are co-hosted by Tyler West, among other special guests who are invited on the program. For those who would like to donate to our podcast, here is the link. All donations are tax deductible. Thank you for your all ...
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Corey and Patricia married since April 2012, Our podcast Corey and Patricia Talkin is about a husband and wife discussing life, family, news, world events, podcasting since June 2020. Our our interests are Church, movies,tech, learning new things and life improvement.
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Sermons from worship at First United Methodist Church of Orlando. www.CommuneOrlando.org
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We Love Life is a podcast focused on uniting and mobilizing the church to create a culture of Love and Life that will result in an end to abortion and the orphan crisis. Join hosts Bo Linam, Brian Ottinger, and Daniel Parks as they share biblical insights, powerful stories, and a behind-the-scenes look at what God is doing through the ministry of Love Life.
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Should Christians Read From The Shepherd of Hermas?
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On this Episode of FACTS, we explore whether Christians today should read "The Shepherd of Hermas," a fascinating early Christian text filled with visions, moral teachings, and parables. We’ll dive into its historical significance, its themes of repentance, faith, and spiritual growth, and why it was respected by early Christians but not included i…
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Why The Early Christians Crossed Themselves and Why We Should Too
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will explore the practice of early Christians signing themselves with the sign of the cross. He will explore statements from Tertullian, Basil, Chrysostom, Athenasius, and others. He will also seek to remove the stigma that this practice is inherently Roman Catholic. If you're interested in partnering with FACTS an…
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Paul's Long-Lost Letter to the Laodiceans
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On this weekly episode of FACTS, Stephen will discuss Paul's statement in Colossians 4:16 about "the letter from Laodicea." Is this a missing letter that we no longer have access to? Could this actually be the canonical letter to the Ephesians? Or could it be possible we do have this letter but it has been preserved in Latin? Tune-in and find out! …
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Tolkien’s Faith: A Spiritual Biography
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On this episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce is interviewing special guest and author, Dr. Holly Ordway, to discuss her recent book: “Tolkien’s Faith: A Spiritual Biography”. Dr. Ordway offers a detailed exploration of the spiritual and religious dimensions of J.R.R. Tolkien’s life and how these aspects influenced his writings. The book is part biography an…
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen responds to criticism against Mark's Gospel, alleging that Mark inserted the wrong High Priest into the text when recounting 1 Samuel 21. Prominent scholars such as Bart Ehrman believe this to be an error and have admitted that this specific issue was the beginning of his departure from the faith. Stephen will demo…
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75 days until the presidential election of 2024
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75 days until the upcoming 2024 presidential election for the United States and RFK Suspends campaign and endorses Trump
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Does the Filioque Belong In The Nicene Creed?
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen is joined by Roman Catholic, Ben Bollinger, to discuss whether or not the Filioque belongs in the Nicene Creed. They will investigate the great debates between the East and West on this subject and why this is such a sensitive debate. If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner that receives new…
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Liturgical Worship vs Contemporary Worship
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen is joined by Paul Facey from the Podcast, “The Other Paul”, to discuss the superiority of liturgical worship over against the contemporary models of today. They will discuss the balancing of these two things without the need to dilute the ancient practice of liturgy.If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a m…
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen is going to journey through the controversial subject of infant baptism. He will investigate the earliest writings of the church to determine the reasoning behind the practice.Here is the giving link: https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=6381a2ee-b82f-42a7-809e-6b733cec05a7…
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Vice President Harris running mate choices narrow down
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running mate choices for vice president Harris seem to be Pennsylvania governor Josh Shapiro and Minnesota Governor Tim Walsh Usa leading metal count!
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Anglicans And Catholics Entering Full Communion?
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On this episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce is joined by Roman Catholic podcaster, Steven Alspach (from The Catholic Brothers), to discuss the leaked news of communication between the ACNA and Rome. The news was prematurely released by Anglican reporters and it has left both churches in suspense wondering the details of this potential communion. If you'd l…
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Vice President Harris vs former President Trump, 2024 Us elections, trouble in the Middle East. #Harris #trump #Isreal #Iran #Hezbollah
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will discuss whether or not John's Gospel was done alone or in a group. Could John the fisherman produce such a work of philosophical genius? These are questions Dr. Boyce will answer in the video. If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner, here's a link: https://give.tithe.ly/?formId=6381a2ee…
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This episode of the "We Love Life" podcast delves into the controversial topic of in vitro fertilization (IVF) within the Christian community. We discuss the moral implications of IVF, the conviction that human life begins at conception, and whether Christians should support this practice. We also share personal stories, emphasize the importance of…
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Does God Ever Permit Divorce and Remarriage?
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On this episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce is joined by special guest, Fr. Alexander Wilgus, Lead Rector at Redemption Anglican Church. They will discuss a recent article written by Fr. Wilgus in response to those who suggest all remarriages are adulterous marriages. This episode will cover the biblical and historical fallacies that are being made by cler…
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Do Early Writings Help Us Know What Jesus Looked Like?
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will investigate statements made by Justin Martyr, Tertullian, Cyril of Jerusalem, Augustine, and others as it relates to the appearance of Jesus of Nazareth. He will also investigate a letter that was possibly written by Roman consul, Lentulus. There will be a brief discussion at the end as to whether or not the S…
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The Church in England Before Augustine of Canterbury
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On this special episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce is joined by Fr. Brett Murphy from Morecambe, UK, to discuss the Apostolic Churches that were in England before the arrival of Augustine of Canterbury. They will discuss the Johannine traditions, Pauline traditions, and other Celtic traditions that were in the area. They will delve into Bede's Ecclesiasti…
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The Dobbs decision overturned the longstanding Roe V. Wade decision and turned the legal questions about abortion back to the states. Was this a good thing? In this episode, we discuss what the Dobbs decision actually did and the church's responsibility in light of this.By Love Life
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One of the most debated characters in the J.R.R. Tolkien's "Lord of the Rings" series is Tom Bombadil. There are numerous theories as to what his character represents in the books. On this episode of FACTS, Stephen is joined by Pastor C.R. Wiley who wrote a book entitled, "In The House of Tom Bombadil", giving his personal thoughts behind the myste…
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If Jesus did not write down his teachings and sermons, how do we know that what we have in the Gospel accounts are actually the words of Jesus? On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will unpack John 14 and 17 and discuss the method in which Christ instituted to distribute his teachings. If you'd like to donate to our ministry or be a monthly partner th…
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There are many aspects to what God has called Love Life to do as a ministry. One important area of ministry is Sidewalk Outreach. The sidewalk ministry is often the last line of defense for our pre-born neighbors scheduled to die at abortion centers. In this episode, we discuss what sidewalk outreach is and some effective strategies for this vital …
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The College of Bishops of the Anglican Church in North America has elected its next Archbishop, the Rt. Rev. Steve Wood, Bishop of the Diocese of the Carolinas. The College met in conclave in the crypt of St. Vincent’s Basilica at St. Vincent’s College in Latrobe, Pennsylvania from Thursday, June 20 through Saturday, June 22, 2024. Anglicans from a…
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The First Council of Constantinople: The Beginnings of Schism
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen is joined with Jonah Saller to discuss the importance of the ecumenical council of Constantinople. There were discussions of Arianism and the Holy Spirit at this council that Stephen and Jonah will unpack. Here is link to Jonah's channel on Youtube https://youtube.com/@merecatholicity?si=2wSt38eMg3rv7_M2 Here is th…
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House of Refuge: A Statement, A Plan, and A Purpose
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Churches all over the world are standing as a "city set on a hill" for abortion-minded families in their communities. God has raised up over 350 of these House of Refuge churches since we started this initiative. In this episode, we talk about what a House of Refuge church is and the impact that these churches are having around the country and arou…
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Does the Doxology of the Lord's Prayer Belong in Matthew?
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will walk through the textual variant that relates to Matthew 6:13. Does the Doxology belong in Matthew's Gospel? Tune-in and listen to Stephen's perspective on the matter.Here's the articles by James Snapp Jr https://www.thetextofthegospels.com/2018/11/matthew-613-how-does-lords-prayer-end.htmlhttps://www.thetexto…
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Did the Catholic Church Create the Bible?
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will explore a short clip made by a Catholic Priest asserting that the Catholic Church created the Bible for the Mass. The Priest uses the Council of Carthage and Hippo to defend his claim.
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen and Tyler will walk through the first two missionary journeys of Paul. They will discuss the different people Paul met on the way, the cities they started churches in, and the persecution they faced in sharing the gospel.
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In this episode, we look at a few passages of scripture that abortion advocates use to support abortion. We also examine how to use the love of God and apologetics to win people over to the truth. Do You Really Love Life? Song by Timothy Brindle https://youtu.be/LWC-jWGwfoY?si=ewgISWw-wkwRsEDHBy Love Life
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Augustine of Canterbury: The Beginnings of the Church of England?
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will be joined by guest, Fr. Steve Macias, to discuss the origins of the Church of England, and the importance of Augustine of Canterbury and his time as its first Archbishop. They will also discuss the fallacy of believing that the Anglican tradition began during the reign of King Henry VIII or during the late 6th…
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The Sacraments: The Anointing of the Sick and Confession
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This is the final episode on the short series covering the Sacraments. These last two will involve the anointing of the sick and confession. Stephen and Tyler will begin by looking at James 5 for both, but will also go into some of the early writings of the church to demonstrate how they view these two as well.…
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Special Episode: Bikes, Babies, and Brotherhood
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Pastor Jay Stewart has accomplished a feat not many people have been able to achieve. He rode a bicycle from the Pacific Ocean to the Atlantic and he did it to call the church to action for the plight of the preborn. In this special episode, we interview Pastor Jay to hear his heart for this endeavor and encourage you to do hard things for God's Ki…
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There Are No More Apostles: A Response to Greg Locke's New "Apostleship"
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On this special episode of FACTS, Stephen and Tyler will be responding to recent news of Pastor Greg Locke being ordained as an Apostle. They will discuss why the office of the Apostle died with John and how the early church viewed Apostles in their day. The article and video can be found within this link https://protestia.com/2024/05/19/breaking-g…
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Reviewing Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker's Controversial Graduation Speech
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen and guest, Pastor Joshua Rodriguez, will review the controversial graduation speech that Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker made about the status of the Church and the family in the United States. This commencement speech at Benedictine College has made national media and has created petitions by liberal gro…
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We live in a culture of death but God has called His Church to stand for life. Join us as we talk about what the Church is and what God has called His Church to do in the midst of such a culture. We pray that this episode will equip and challenge you to be a people on mission for His glory and for LIFE. www.lovelife.org…
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The Sacraments: Ordination and Marriage
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen and Tyler will discuss the sacraments of ordination and marriage. This is part 3 of their short series covering the 7 sacraments.
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Does the Gospel of Thomas Now Have Validity?
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This is a special episode of FACTS, where Stephen is joined by special guest, Wesley Huff, to discuss a newly discovered manuscript that contains a saying from the Gospel of Thomas, blended with words from the synoptic accounts.Here are links to connect with Wes https://www.wesleyhuff.com/https://www.wesleyhuff.com/can-i-trust-the-biblehttps://www.…
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The Disastrous Ending to the United Methodist Church
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On this special episode of FACTS, Stephen and Tyler discuss the recent vote to remove all bans of same-sex clergy, marriages, and blessings in the United Methodist Church. They will discuss the slippery-slope in how they believe it got to this point.
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The Sacraments: Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen and Tyler discuss the Gospel sacraments, along with confirmation. They will discuss why these are sacraments and what they effectively do for the church.
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Testimonies, Purpose, and Mustaches
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We just had our annual Love Life Leader's Retreat a few weeks ago. Since we had leaders from around the country together we decided to interview a few of them. This episode will give you a glimpse of what God is doing to unite and mobilize His church across the nation. www.lovelife.orgBy Love Life
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The Sacraments: What Are They and Why Do We Need Them?
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen and Tyler define and describe the sacraments. There are various debates within Christianity about the number, function, and purpose of the sacraments, and this episode is meant to give an overview of these things in preparation for the new series.
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On this episode of FACTS, Dr. Boyce is joined by Roman Catholic, Erick Ybarra, and Anglican Priest, Pay May, to discuss the connection between the Lord's Supper and the mysterious character, Melchizedek. Here's a link to Erick's Book https://www.amazon.com/Melchizedek-Last-Supper-Patristic-Sacrifice/dp/B09QF9K6PS/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3OUPZQRBWAWDO&dib=e…
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Child sacrifice: Nothing New Under The Sun
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The "spirit" of abortion goes way back into the history of the human race. In this episode, we dig into some of the biblical history behind the abortion industry. We also share what God is doing through pastors who are standing boldly against abortion in their cities.By Love Life
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen and Tyler discuss the controversial subject of abortion. How did the ancient civilizations view life in the womb? And how did the Early Church Fathers and Councils perceive the taking of a life in the womb?
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South Carolina women and Connecticut men win college basketball championships.
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South Carolina women defeated Iowa in women's basketball, championship and the Connecticut men defeated Purdue in the men's college basketball men's championship
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Is Local Church Autonomy Biblical and Historical?
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen and Tyler will discuss the controversial subject of local autonomy within a church. Is this how the Apostles established churches to operate? Do we see this in the New Testament or in the early writings of the church? Follow along as Stephen and Tyler seek to answer these questions.…
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Earthquakes in Taiwan and East coastal United States near New Jersey.
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Earthquakes in Taiwan and East coastal United States near New Jersey.
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Our First Episode: New Beginnings and Hillbilly Accents
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We are blessed to bring you the first episode of the "We Love Life" podcast. In this first episode, we share a little about us and how the Lord called us into this ministry. Join us on the journey to unite and mobilize the church to see an end to abortion and the orphan crisis.By Love Life USA
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Men's and women's college basketball final four set, April fools
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A podcast short college basketball championship April fools Day Easter weekend
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How Could Peter Report the Crucifixion If He Was Not There?
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On this episode of FACTS, Stephen will discuss the dilemma of how Peter was able to report the events of Mark 14-16 when he was not there. Tune-in to hear the explanation of how it is possible for Mark to be accurate apart from Peter's own eyewitness testimony.
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