Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday Contradictions: Matthew 5:20 - Does Faith Need Works? The Bible’s Answer

Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of the Bible Difficulties and Answers podcast, hosted by Lance Smith. Today, we dive into the complex topic of contradictions in Scripture, specifically focusing on the faith versus works debate. Is salvation by faith alone, or do works play a crucial role? Lance explores this longstanding theological question using Matthew 5:20 and insights from multiple scholars.
Join us as we dissect various biblical verses that highlight both sides of the argument. Discover how Jesus' teachings on righteousness challenge the notion of earning salvation through a checklist of deeds, pointing instead to a transformative faith that naturally produces good works.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone wrestling with these questions and seeking to understand the balance between faith and works in their spiritual journey. Whether you're a seasoned listener or new to the podcast, your perspective on righteousness and salvation is sure to be enriched.
References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may found at the following:
The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website
The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page
Email Address: bibledifficultiesandanswers@gmail.com
- https://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/first/contra2_list.html (The Skeptics Annotated Bible)
- https://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/contra/otlaw.html
- https://www.bibleref.com/Matthew/5/Matthew-5-20.html
- https://www.gracenewnan.org/160verses
- https://forwardinchrist.net/light-for-our-path-explain-mat520/
- https://www.gotquestions.org/salvation-faith-alone.html
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Lance Smith’s podcast shines on Matthew 5:20, untangling faith vs. works. I loved his airport analogy: Pharisees earn ”miles” with deeds; Jesus gives a free ”faith pass”—works prove it. Great for seekers like me & apologists, it equips us to counter skeptics & defend the gospel.
Tuesday Mar 18, 2025
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