"Word for Word" with Austin W. Duncan is a weekly podcast that tackles the most pressing questions about Christianity, faith, and spiritual life. Each episode provides clear, Scripture-based answers to fundamental questions that both believers and seekers ask, from "What must I do to be saved?" to "Why does God allow bad things to happen to good people?" Through careful biblical teaching and practical application, Austin explores topics across Basic Christian Thought, Spiritual Growth, Apologetics, World Religions, Biblical Interpretation, and Contemporary Issues. Each episode breaks down complex theological concepts into understandable explanations, using visual elements and modern examples to illuminate ancient truths. Drawing from his passion for biblical teaching, Austin guides listeners through challenging spiritual concepts with clarity and warmth. Whether you're new to Christianity, a long-time believer, or simply curious about faith, "Word for Word" offers thoughtful, accessible answers to help you understand and grow in your spiritual journey.
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Does the Bible promote polygamy?
Stand in any Christian wedding and you'll hear Genesis quoted: 'The two shall become one flesh.' Every defense of biblical marriage faces the same challenge: If God designed marriage for one man and one woman, why did He allow His chosen leaders to practice polygamy? Critics call it hypocrisy. Skeptics call it contradiction. Today, we're discovering why what looks like biblical inconsistency actually reveals something profound about God's perfect plan.
Who was Cain's wife?
Skeptics love this question: 'If Adam and Eve were the first humans, who did their son Cain marry?' They think they've found the Bible's fatal flaw. Some Christians stumble to explain it. Others avoid it entirely. Seminary students dread it. But here's what's fascinating: this supposed 'gotcha' question actually reveals something remarkable about how we read Scripture - and why reading it correctly changes everything.
Stand in any Christian wedding and you'll hear Genesis quoted: 'The two shall become one flesh.' Every defense of biblical marriage faces the same challenge: If God designed marriage for one man and one woman, why did He allow His chosen leaders to practice polygamy? Critics call it hypocrisy. Skeptics call it contradiction. Today, we're discovering why what looks like biblical inconsistency actually reveals something profound about God's perfect plan.