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I’m your host Lance Smith. Join us each week as we dive headfirst into the most perplexing, intriguing, and downright baffling passages of the Bible—from the chaotic beginnings in Genesis to the mind-bending visions of Revelation. We’re not just reading; we’re unraveling, exploring, and making sense of it all in a way that’s as entertaining as it is enlightening. Whether you’re a scripture novice or a seasoned theologian, get ready for a journey that promises to be anything but ordinary. Fasten your seatbelts; your scriptural adventure awaits!
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- Yesterday20 min
Numbers 20:1—Kadesh: Zin or Paran? Unraveling an Ancient Geography Puzzle
This episode examines the apparent contradiction about Kadesh’s location in Numbers, exploring two main solutions: that Kadesh sat in a border zone between the wildernesses of Zin and Paran, or that two sites shared the name. It reviews biblical passages, historical and archaeological evidence, and ancient commentators, and concludes that overlapping regional terms best explain the wording. The episode also reflects on Kadesh’s role in Israel’s story as a place of provision and testing, and how understanding ancient geography helps resolve modern reading challenges without undermining the text’s reliability. References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following: buymeacoffee.com/lancesmith The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page Email Address: bibledifficultiesandanswers@gmail.com Geisler, Norman L., and Thomas Howe. The Big Book of Bible Difficulties. Baker Books, 1992. Available at: https://a.co/d/7shn4hI Ben-Gad HaCohen, David. “Solving the Problem of ‘Kadesh in the Wilderness of Paran’.” TheTorah.com, 2015. https://www.thetorah.com/article/solving-the-problem-of-kadesh-in-the-wilderness-of-paran “Wilderness Wanderings: Where is Kadesh?” Biblical Archaeology Society. https://www.biblicalarchaeology.org/daily/biblical-sites-places/biblical-archaeology-places/wilderness-wanderings-where-is-kadesh/ Bible.ca article on the Wilderness of Paran. https://www.bible.ca/archeology/bible-archeology-exodus-route-wilderness-of-paran.htm “Contradictory Kadesh Traditions.” contradictionsinthebible.com. http://contradictionsinthebible.com/contradictory-kadesh-traditions/ Bible Mapper: “Kadesh-Barnea and Its Surroundings.” https://biblemapper.com/blog/index.php/2024/01/15/kadesh-barnea-and-its-surroundings/ Jewish Virtual Library: Kadesh. https://jewishvirtuallibrary.org/kadesh HolyLandSite.com: Kadesh Barnea. https://www.holylandsite.com/kadesh-barnea Finkelstein, Israel. “Kadesh Barnea: A Reevaluation of Its Archaeology and History.” Tel Aviv 37 (2010). https://israelfinkelstein.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/kadesh-barnea-tel-aviv-37-1.pdf
- 4 days ago14 min
Tuesday Contradictions: Matthew 20:23 – How Could Jesus Be Limited and Almighty? Unpacking the Incarnation
In this episode Lance Smith examines an apparent contradiction in Scripture: verses that portray Jesus as limited in his human life (unable to grant honors or do many miracles in Nazareth) versus verses that declare he now has all authority after the resurrection. The answer is the doctrine of the Incarnation and kenosis — Jesus is truly God and truly human, voluntarily accepting human limitations while remaining divine. By the end you'll have a clear, simple framework to explain these passages, strengthen your faith, and confidently respond to skeptics. References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following: buymeacoffee.com/lancesmith The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page Email Address: bibledifficultiesandanswers@gmail.com Skeptics Annotated Bible: https://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/contra/power.html GotQuestions: https://www.gotquestions.org/kenosis.html Christ is the Cure: “Christ Emptied Himself – The Kenosis of Christ” https://christisthecure.org/christ-emptied-himself-the-kenosis-of-christ/ Evidence Unseen: “The Incarnation” https://evidenceunseen.com/theology/christ/the-incarnation Mike Riccardi: “Veiled in Flesh the Godhead See” (TMSJ) https://tms.edu/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Riccardi-Veiled-in-Flesh-the-Godhead-See-TMSJ-Printed.pdf William Lane Craig: “The Incarnate Christ’s Knowledge” https://www.biola.edu/blogs/good-book-blog/2024/the-incarnate-christ-s-knowledge Brian Hufing: https://brianhuffling.com/did-jesus-even-claim-to-be-god/ Monergism: https://www.monergism.com/kenosis-0
- 6 days ago6 min
Sunday Series—Mere Christianity: A Conversation for the Common Hall- Book One, Chapter One: The Law of Human Nature
Host Lance Smith opens episode 252 of the Bible Difficulties and Answers podcast with the start of a 33-week walk through C.S. Lewis's Mere Christianity. This week focuses on Book 1, Chapter 1, "The Law of Human Nature," exploring Lewis's observation that people everywhere appeal to a shared standard of right and wrong and that we frequently fail to live up to it. Smith invites listeners to notice everyday moments of moral complaint and to consider where the sense of "ought" comes from, teasing Chapter 2 for the following week. References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following: buymeacoffee.com/lancesmith The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page Email Address: bibledifficultiesandanswers@gmail.com Lewis, C.S. Mere Christianity. HarperOne, 2001. Available at: https://a.co/d/0eXcvERk
- 1 weeks ago9 min
Numbers 16:31-35 (Part 2) — When the Earth Opened: Did Korah’s Whole Family Perish?
This episode examines Numbers 16 and the question of whether Korah’s entire family was swallowed by the earth. It explains how Numbers 26 clarifies that Korah’s sons separated from the rebellion and were spared. The episode highlights that while judgment fell on those who joined the revolt, mercy preserved the faithful remnant—whose descendants later became temple singers, psalmists, and ancestors of Samuel. References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following: buymeacoffee.com/lancesmith The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page Email Address: bibledifficultiesandanswers@gmail.com Geisler, Norman L., and Thomas Howe. The Big Book of Bible Difficulties. Baker Books, 1992. Available at: https://a.co/d/7shn4hI Guzik, David. Enduring Word Commentary on Numbers 16. https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/numbers-16/ Garris, Zachary. “The Faithful Sons of the Rebel Korah (Numbers 16).” KnowingScripture.com. https://knowingscripture.com/articles/the-faithful-sons-of-the-rebel-korah-numbers-16 “What was the significance of the rebellion of Korah?” GotQuestions.org. https://www.gotquestions.org/rebellion-of-Korah.html Albright, Charlie. “Numbers 16:16-35 (Korah Meets His Maker).” SuperiorWord.org. https://superiorword.org/numbers-16-16-35-korah-meets-his-maker/ “The Redemption of Korah: the Sons of Korah.” Navigating by Faith. https://navigatingbyfaith.com/2020/07/04/the-redemption-of-korah-the-sons-of-korah/ “Numbers 16:23-35: The Sons of Korah Resist The Pull of Rebellion.” Edge Induced Cohesion. https://edgeinducedcohesion.blog/2011/03/19/numbers-16-23-35-the-sons-of-korah-resist-the-pull-of-rebellion/
- 1 weeks ago13 min
Tuesday Contradictions: Matthew 20:20-21–Who Asked for the Best Seats in Heaven? Matthew vs. Mark Explained
Episode 250 examines Matthew 20:20–21 and Mark 10:35–37, addressing the apparent discrepancy over who asked Jesus for places of honor. The episode explains that both accounts describe the same event: the mother likely voiced the request while her sons stood beside her, reflecting different emphases by the Gospel writers. The episode also explores the message behind the request—ambition and misunderstanding of Jesus' kingdom—and how Jesus teaches servant leadership, turning a moment of pride into a lesson on humility and sacrifice. References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following: buymeacoffee.com/lancesmith The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page Email Address: bibledifficultiesandanswers@gmail.com Skeptics Annotated Bible: https://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/contra/best_seats.html David Wright, “Contradictions: Mother Knows Best,” Answers in Genesis. https://answersingenesis.org/contradictions-in-the-bible/mother-knows-best/ Eric Lyons, “Who Made the Request to Sit at Jesus’ Side?,” Apologetics Press. https://apologeticspress.org/who-made-the-request-to-sit-at-jesus-side-4121/ “Bible Contradiction? Who asked for the best seats in heaven?,” Veritas Domain. https://veritasdomain.wordpress.com/2021/03/04/bible-contradiction-who-asked-for-the-best-seats-in-heaven/ Stephen J. Graham, “Does Matthew 20 contradict Mark 10?,” stephenjgraham.wordpress.com. https://stephenjgraham.wordpress.com/2016/12/12/does-matthew-20-contradict-mark-10/ Bible Hub community discussion: https://biblehub.com/q/why_does_matthew_mention_their_mother.htm Phil Long, “The Mother of James and John Asks for a Favor – Matthew 20:20–21,” Reading Acts. https://readingacts.com/2022/03/02/the-mother-of-james-and-john-asks-for-a-favor-matthew-2020-21/
- 1 weeks ago7 min
Sunday Series—Mere Christianity: Standing in the Hall with C.S. Lewis-The Preface
Episode 249 launches a Sunday series on C.S. Lewis’s Mere Christianity by unpacking the book’s preface. Lance Smith explains Lewis’s hall-and-rooms metaphor, why he keeps a clear definition of "Christian," and his advice to be kind and pray for those who choose different doors. Next week: chapter one on the law of human nature. References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following: buymeacoffee.com/lancesmith The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page Email Address: bibledifficultiesandanswers@gmail.com Lewis, C.S. Mere Christianity. HarperOne, 2001. Available at: https://a.co/d/0eXcvERk
- 2 weeks ago10 min
Numbers 16:31-35 (Part 1) — Korah's Rebellion: Swallowed by Earth or Burned by Fire?
Episode 248 examines Korah's Rebellion in Numbers 16, focusing on the apparent contradiction about how Korah and his followers died. Lance Smith shows the chapter distinguishes two simultaneous judgments: the earth opened to swallow Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, while fire consumed the 250 men offering incense. The episode cites later biblical passages and modern commentators to clarify the narrative and previews a follow-up on whether some of Korah's family survived the rebellion. References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following: buymeacoffee.com/lancesmith The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page Email Address: bibledifficultiesandanswers@gmail.com Geisler, Norman L., and Thomas Howe. The Big Book of Bible Difficulties. Baker Books, 1992. Available at: https://a.co/d/7shn4hI Adelman, Rachel. “The Mysterious Literary Life and Death of Korah.” TheTorah.com (2014). https://www.thetorah.com/article/the-mysterious-literary-life-and-death-of-korah Guzik, David. Enduring Word Commentary on Numbers 16. https://enduringword.com/bible-commentary/numbers-16/ Garris, Zachary. “The Faithful Sons of the Rebel Korah (Numbers 16).” KnowingScripture.com. https://knowingscripture.com/articles/the-faithful-sons-of-the-rebel-korah-numbers-16 “What was the significance of the rebellion of Korah?” GotQuestions.org. https://www.gotquestions.org/rebellion-of-Korah.html Adelman, Rav Rachel. “When the Earth Opened her Mouth.” Hebrew College Blog. https://hebrewcollege.edu/blog/when-the-earth-opened-her-mouth/ Albright, Charlie. “Numbers 16:16-35 (Korah Meets His Maker).” SuperiorWord.org. https://superiorword.org/numbers-16-16-35-korah-meets-his-maker/
- 2 weeks ago16 min
Tuesday Contradictions: Matthew 19:26 – When 'Impossible' Meets God: Why Nothing Is Too Hard
Episode 247 asks the tough question: can God really do anything? Lance Smith surveys Scripture (Matthew 19:26, Genesis 18, Numbers 11, Job, Luke 1:37 and more) to show God’s power is unlimited yet acted through his unchanging, holy character and promises. The episode addresses apparent contradictions—iron chariots, Jesus’ limits in Nazareth, and the claim that God cannot lie—explaining these as human failure, relational restraint, or moral perfection rather than divine weakness. Practical encouragement follows: trust God with your impossible situations, pray with confident dependence, and cling to the assurance that God’s promises are steadfast. References to items discussed and/or used on this podcast may be found at the following: buymeacoffee.com/lancesmith The Bible Difficulties and Answers Website The Bible Difficulties and Answers Facebook Page Email Address: bibledifficultiesandanswers@gmail.com Skeptics Annotated Bible: https://www.skepticsannotatedbible.com/contra/cando.html GotQuestions.org, “What does it mean that God is omnipotent?” https://www.gotquestions.org/God-omnipotent.html John Rothra, “Biblical Omnipotence: 7 Things God Cannot Do” https://www.johnrothra.com/know/theology/biblical-omnipotence-7-things-god-cannot-do/ Mathew Gilbert, “God Is Omnipotent: What Does This Mean?” https://matgilbert.wordpress.com/2013/04/06/god-is-omnipotent-what-does-this-mean/ Veritas Domain, “Bible Contradiction? How much power did Jesus have?” https://veritasdomain.wordpress.com/2025/05/02/bible-contradiction-how-much-power-did-jesus-have/ Paul Ellis, Escape to Reality https://escapetoreality.org/2010/08/02/does-god-give-and-take-away/ Randy DeVaul, BCWorldview.org, “GOD CANNOT LIE” https://bcworldview.org/god-cannot-lie/ Robert Ream, OPC.org, “The ‘Inability’ of God” https://opc.org/new_horizons/NH02/06b.html Jovan Payes, Biblical Faith Online, “Titus 1:2: Does God Choose Not to Lie?” https://biblicalfaith.online/2022/12/28/titus-12-does-god-choose-not-to-lie/
About The Bible Difficulties and Answers Podcast
I’m your host Lance Smith. Join us each week as we dive headfirst into the most perplexing, intriguing, and downright baffling passages of the Bible—from the chaotic beginnings in Genesis to the mind-bending visions of Revelation. We’re not just reading; we’re unraveling, exploring, and making sense of it all in a way that’s as entertaining as it is enlightening. Whether you’re a scripture novice or a seasoned theologian, get ready for a journey that promises to be anything but ordinary. Fasten your seatbelts; your scriptural adventure awaits!
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