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Contending for the Word

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Christianity
Scripture
Gospel
Spiritual Warfare
New Apostolic Reformation
Discernment
Biblical Authority
New Age Movement
Bible
False Teachings
Biblical Discernment
Deliverance Ministry
Theology
False Teachers
Deception
Church
Repentance
New Age
Seven Mountain Mandate
Jesus Christ

Contending for the Word is a podcast devoted to helping inform, educate, equip, and warn people about false teachers, false movements, and unbiblical philosophies.

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Biblical sexuality can only be understood within the full storyline of Scripture. In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins examines sexuality through the framework of creation, fall, redemption, and consummation. Rather than beginning... more

What does it mean to truly love people in a culture that equates love with affirmation? In this Weekly Watch episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins examines 1 Corinthians 13:6 and explains why biblical love can never be separated from bibli... more

Why can the church not affirm LGBTQ identity and remain faithful to Scripture? In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins explains why this question ultimately concerns authority, truth, identity, and the gospel itself. Examining the su... more

In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins explains how Christians should respond during Pride Month with biblical truth, discernment, and Christlike love. Addressing cultural pressure, shifting language, emotional appeals, and doctrina... more

In this episode of Contending for the Word, Dave Jenkins begins a new series on biblical sexuality by examining God's design for humanity from Scripture. This episode explains how human identity as male and female is rooted in creation, distorted by ... more

Culture constantly shifts morality, identity, truth, and authority, but Jesus Christ remains unchanged. In this episode of The Weekly Watch, Dave Jenkins reviews the major themes explored throughout May's Exposing Cultural Lies series and explains wh... more

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Modern culture increasingly presents spirituality as empowerment, self-discovery, and divine feminine awakening. But behind much of that language is a spiritual deception that leads people away from the real Jesus revealed in Scripture. In this episo... more

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How should Christians respond to a culture that increasingly defines truth by feelings rather than by God's Word? In this episode of The Weekly Watch, Dave Jenkins examines the growing influence of emotional truth, influencer theology, and viral spir... more

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Matthew Everhard
A pastor and author of 'Worshiptainment: The Modern Church's Golden Calf'
Gospel Fellowship PCA
Episode: Worshiptainment: When the Stage Replaces the Savior (w/ Matthew Everhard)
Doreen Virtue
Author and former New Age teacher, discussing her transition to Christianity after years in the New Age movement.
Episode: Biblical Truth About Psychics — with Doreen Virtue
Marcia Montenegro
Former New Ager, apologist, researcher for Christian Answers for the New Age
Episode: David G. Benner, Perennialism, and the Danger of Christian Mysticism
Michelle Lesley
A trusted voice in women's ministry and biblical discernment.
Episode: Discipleship and Conviction in an Age of Compromise
Michelle Leslie
Expert on theology and sex education
Episode: Biblical Sexuality Under Siege: Why the Church Must Speak with Clarity and Courage
Amy Spreeman
Involved in discussions about modern theology
Episode: Biblical Sexuality Under Siege: Why the Church Must Speak with Clarity and Courage
Preston Sprinkle
Promoter of a nuanced view of sexuality within the Church
Episode: Biblical Sexuality Under Siege: Why the Church Must Speak with Clarity and Courage
Gary Gilley
A pastor and author with a discernment ministry and extensive experience in writing about theological issues.
Southern View Chapel
Episode: Out of Formation: Gary Gilley on the Spiritual Formation Movement
Mark Farnham
Professor of Apologetics at Lancaster Bible College, author of 'Every Believer Confident'
Lancaster Bible College
Episode: Apologetics for Every Christian: A Practical Guide with Mark Farnham

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Dave Jenkins
Host of Contending for the Word; also known for Weekly Watch and other segments within the same ministry ecosystem.

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Divine Feminine Spirituality and the False Promise of Empowerment
Q: Doreen, why do you think so many people today are drawn towards these kinds of spiritual ideas and praxis and what is it about our current culture that makes them feel so appealing?
People crave instant gratification and personal empowerment; they seek quick fixes and feel-good spirituality that seems to promise control and special insights, but scripture warns that such paths are counterfeit and ultimately unsatisfying.
Testing the Spirits: Contemplative Spirituality Q&A
Q: What warning signs indicate leadership is unwilling to evaluate outside teachers or practices biblically?
Indications include dismissing questions, treating discernment as rebellion, and avoiding scriptural examination.
Testing the Spirits: Contemplative Spirituality Q&A
Q: How is biblical meditation different from contemplative or mystical meditation or Eastern meditation?
Biblical meditation is focused on God's Word, unlike mystical meditation which prioritizes silence or inner experiences.
Testing the Spirits: Contemplative Spirituality Q&A
Q: What are some marks or indicators that contemplative or mystical praxis may be present in a church?
This might include quoting from mystics or promoting different ways to read scripture that align with contemplative practices.
New Age Is Old Age: Ancient Deception Repackaged in Modern Christian Language
Q: What was the hardest shift for you, moving from trusting spiritual experiences to submitting to scripture?
It was all but, I mean, God was the one who removed those obstacles. I couldn't have removed them by myself.

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A biblically rigorous show that centers on defending Scripture as the ultimate authority while critiquing contemporary cultural trends. Episodes frequently foreground the authority of God's Word, biblical sexuality, discernment in a noisy media age, and the need for a robust gospel-centered worldview. Across topics, the hosts emphasize compassionate engagement, doctrinal clarity, and practical discipleship, often weaving in scriptural exegesis with cultural critique. The program appears to mentor ministry leaders and lay Christians alike, offering exhortation, apologetics, and calls to faithful living in a confusing cultural moment. A notable thread is a consistent push for doctrinal seriousness, theological literacy, and discernment in pub... more

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1. Matthew Everhard
2. Doreen Virtue
3. Marcia Montenegro
4. Michelle Lesley
5. Michelle Leslie
6. Amy Spreeman
7. Preston Sprinkle
8. Gary Gilley

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