Tuesday Contradictions: Matthew 6:13–Does God Tempt Us? Busting Bible Myths with Football Analogies

Join host Lance Smith as he delves into the complex question of whether God tempts us, weaving together football analogies and scriptural insights for a lively discussion. Discover how the Bible differentiates between testing and tempting, offering clarity on passages that seem to clash, like James 1:13 and Genesis 22:1. This episode explores the role of trials in our faith journey, emphasizing God's guidance and the importance of understanding context in Scripture. Tune in for a deep yet accessible dive into biblical mysteries, with references to trusted sources like GotQuestions.org and the C.S. Lewis Institute.

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1. https://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/contra/tempted_by_god.html  (The Skeptics Annotated Bible)
2. https://www.bibleref.com/James/1/James-1-13.html 
3. https://www.gotquestions.org/God-tempt-us-to-sin.html 
4. https://www.gotquestions.org/lead-us-not-into-temptation.html 
5. https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/how-does-the-bible-guide-us-when-we-face-temptation.html 
6. https://www.bibleref.com/Matthew/6/Matthew-6-13.html 
7. https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/temptation-and-testing/