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Theological Sidebars

By Benjamin Pate

Join Dr. Benjamin Pate as he explores theological topics that arise out of content from his weekly messages, current events, and pretty much anything having to do with theology or the Bible. Benjamin Pate is pastor of Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN. He holds a Ph.D. in Biblical Studies from Gateway Seminary.
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What is the will of God? (Part 2: The Wishes/Desires for His Creation)

Theological SidebarsJul 26, 2021

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Did Jesus Really Say, "Keep AWAY from the Bible"?

Did Jesus Really Say, "Keep AWAY from the Bible"?

Be reacts to an old video on X. Big question to ask: How did Jesus really view the Bible?


Mar 07, 202411:41
Magical Mushroom Churches?

Magical Mushroom Churches?

What are we to make of psychedelic churches? https://religionnews.com/2023/10/31/how-the-religiously-unaffiliated-finds-spirituality-and-purpose-in-psychedelic-churches/


Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Jan 04, 202416:47
Tiktok Jesus?

Tiktok Jesus?

Nope. Don't mess with it!

See Exodus 20:4-6 Article discussed - https://religionnews.com/2023/11/16/a-tiktok-jesus-promises-divine-blessings-and-many-worldly-comforts/

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Dec 07, 202315:08
Facing Charges for PRAYING???

Facing Charges for PRAYING???

Ben reacts to the news https://www.dailywire.com/news/british-army-vet-faces-charges-after-thoughtcrime-of-praying-near-u-k-abortion-clinic What should the Christian response be to this?

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch



Nov 30, 202313:49
OTXNT - Who's in Charge? Family, Church, Government

OTXNT - Who's in Charge? Family, Church, Government

What are the three spheres of authority that God has ordained? Is obedience to all three spheres absolute?

Join us for today's OTXNT's discussion.

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch



Nov 22, 202357:43
Submission in Marriage For TODAY?

Submission in Marriage For TODAY?

What does the Bible mean by "submission" in marriage? Is it relevant for today or is it culturally rooted? How should a modern Christian marriage look like?

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Nov 02, 202324:43
Essentials

Essentials

Starting Point Series: Essentials

Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 9/24

Oct 19, 202338:10
OTXNT - How should we pray about Israel and Palestine?

OTXNT - How should we pray about Israel and Palestine?

How should we be praying about the war with Israel and Gaza right now? Is it an easy prayer? Is it complicated? Ben and Andrew give some thoughts on the theological understanding of who Israel is and what our response should be to them and their actions.

Join us for today's OTXNT's discussion.

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Oct 19, 202346:40
OTXNT - The Bible ALONE? What about tradition? A look at Sola Scriptura

OTXNT - The Bible ALONE? What about tradition? A look at Sola Scriptura

What do we mean by Sola Scriptura? What should it mean to submit to only the Bible as God's word? What role to church councils and tradition play in terms of authority in our practicing of the faith?

Join us for today's OTXNT's discussion.

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Oct 05, 202346:46
Why Are We Here?

Why Are We Here?

Sermon on the purpose of the church

Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 9/17

Sep 28, 202336:53
Decline of Christianity connected to the decline of MARRIAGE?

Decline of Christianity connected to the decline of MARRIAGE?

Is there a correlation between the decline of American Christianity and the collapse of marriages in the US? Ben reacts to an article that is argues the relationship between the two is very close.

https://www.christianpost.com/news/how-marriage-and-fathers-influence-christian-faith-survey.html

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch



Sep 28, 202317:21
Sodom and Gomorrah FOUND?

Sodom and Gomorrah FOUND?

Have archaeologists found Sodom and Gomorrah? Ben reacts to the summer's news that Steven Collins believes that Sodom has been discovered and has evidence to prove it.


Articlesreferenced:

https://www.christianheadlines.com/contributors/michael-foust/biblical-city-of-sodom-has-been-found-archaeologist-says-wiped-out-in-the-blink-of-an-eye.html

https://biblearchaeology.org/research/patriarchal-era/3217-locating-sodom-a-critique-of-the-northern-proposal?highlight=WyJjaHJvbm9sb2d5IiwiY2hyb25vbG9neSdzIiwiJ2Nocm9ub2xvZ3kiLCJjaHJvbm9sb2d5JyJd&gclid=Cj0KCQiA4NTxBRDxARIsAHyp6gArRuSv_89rnA3-h739pUSc8qm_6HskmIK_DtwjPvEn6M9DPTxH2g0aAuUpEALw_wcBSee also,

https://www.christianheadlines.com/contributors/michael-foust/has-sodom-been-found-scientists-say-meteor-and-fire-from-sky-melted-ancient-city.html

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Sep 13, 202315:11
OTXNT - Is "The Chosen" IDOLATROUS?

OTXNT - Is "The Chosen" IDOLATROUS?

Does watching "The Chosen" violate the 2nd commandment? Is it idolatrous to have pictures of Jesus? Ben and Andrew react to an article from the Christian Post.

https://www.christianpost.com/news/voddie-baucham-says-he-wont-watch-the-chosen.html

Join us for today's OTXNT's discussion.

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Sep 07, 202354:17
Authority of Godly Leaders?

Authority of Godly Leaders?

Titus: Getting Things on Track Series

Titus 1:10-16

Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 8/27



Aug 31, 202343:03
Does a pastor/elder really have any AUTHORITY?

Does a pastor/elder really have any AUTHORITY?

Does the pastor/elder have any real authority? How much? Is it limited or unlimited over the lives of church members?

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Aug 31, 202313:21
OTXNT - Some sicknesses CAUSED by sin?

OTXNT - Some sicknesses CAUSED by sin?

Is there a relationship between sickness and sin? Is it possible that God may, sometimes, discipline his children with sickness when they are in sin?

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Aug 24, 202334:21
A Need For Godly Leaders, Part 2

A Need For Godly Leaders, Part 2

Titus: Getting Things on Track Series

Titus 1:5-9 Pt 2

Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 8/20

Aug 24, 202342:55
A Need For Godly Leaders Pt 1

A Need For Godly Leaders Pt 1

Titus: Getting Things on Track Series

Titus 1:5-9 Pt 1

Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 8/13

Aug 23, 202340:22
Is the Lord's prayer PROBLEMATIC?

Is the Lord's prayer PROBLEMATIC?

Ben reacts to an article discussing some in the Anglican church who see "Our Father" as problematic.

https://www.dailywire.com/news/anglican-leader-says-opening-of-lords-prayer-is-problematic-for-some

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Aug 17, 202315:56
OTXNT - Movie Series Sermons

OTXNT - Movie Series Sermons

What should we make of the trend to build sermon series off of movies? Is this helpful and relevant for reaching the lost? Does it have its place in a Sundayworship service?

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Aug 11, 202341:00
Titus 1:1-4 - Knowledge that Leads to Godliness

Titus 1:1-4 - Knowledge that Leads to Godliness

Titus: Getting Things on Track Series

Titus 1:1-4

Oak Valley Baptist Church Service 8/6

Aug 09, 202344:05
Why Middle Aged Americans AREN'T Going Back to Church?... A Weak View of the Gathering

Why Middle Aged Americans AREN'T Going Back to Church?... A Weak View of the Gathering

Ben reacts to the Wall Street Journal article, "Why Middle-Aged Americans Aren’t Going Back to Church." Why is Gen-X not going back? A look at the reasons and an underlying problem with it all.

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Aug 02, 202317:51
A Soul Saved From Death - James 5:19-20

A Soul Saved From Death - James 5:19-20

Sunday Sermon at Oak Valley Baptist Church

Date: 7/30

Aug 02, 202335:44
Should physical fitness MATTER for the Christian?

Should physical fitness MATTER for the Christian?

What is the relationship of physical fitness and the Christian? Should it matter? Does God expect Christians to consider fitness and exercise in their lives?

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch



Jul 20, 202351:33
Arnold Schwarzenegger said WHAT?!

Arnold Schwarzenegger said WHAT?!

Ben interacts with an article on Arnold Schwarzenegger and what he said about the afterlife. How is this relevant to Christians today? Join us for this interaction.

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch



Jul 13, 202322:46
AI Preachers????

AI Preachers????

On this episode, Ben and Andrew react to 2 articles on how AI is being used in churches. Is there anything biblical to say about the use of avatar preachers? AI sermons and sermon generators? Join us for today's discussion. AP - https://apnews.com/article/germany-church-protestants-chatgpt-ai-sermon-651f21c24cfb47e3122e987a7263d348 CT - https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2023/january-web-only/chatgpt-artificial-intelligence-ai-preach-sermons-church.html

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Jul 06, 202346:59
OTXNT - What happened at the SBC in New Orleans? Saddleback OUT and other BIG moves!

OTXNT - What happened at the SBC in New Orleans? Saddleback OUT and other BIG moves!

What happened at the 2023 SBC Annual Meeting in New Orleans? Andrew and Ben talk about things that happened on the ground. Some things were a surprise but the meeting definitely had some BIG outcomes.

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Jul 06, 202300:35
OTXNT - Saddleback to Strike Back in New Orleans

OTXNT - Saddleback to Strike Back in New Orleans

What will be taking place at the SBC Annual Meeting in New Orleans in next week? Ben and Andrew discuss the appeal that Rick Warren will be making to the annual meeting on the behalf of Saddleback. What are the reasons he gives for why Saddleback should be let back into the SBC? Do his arguments hold weight?

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Jun 08, 202301:13:37
OTXNT - Dodgers, DEMONS, and Target

OTXNT - Dodgers, DEMONS, and Target

What do the Dodgers and Target have to do with demons? Ben and Andrew discuss recent news surrounding the LA Dodgers and Target stores' connection to blasphemy and the demonic realm.

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


May 25, 202333:22
OTXNT - Can Christians be demon possessed?

OTXNT - Can Christians be demon possessed?

Can Christians be demon possessed? Can they be influenced by demons? What is a the relationship that Christians can have with demons?

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


May 18, 202342:54
OTXNT - STOP Watering-Down Belief: Reacting to the News

OTXNT - STOP Watering-Down Belief: Reacting to the News

What is happening with our religious institutions? Are things being watered-down? A recent poll indicates a majority of people think so. But there are some more polls in this article that may indicate more trouble. What does it all mean--join Ben and Andrew as they try to sift through and react to the news. Link to the article - https://www.breitbart.com/faith/2023/04/14/poll-majority-americans-worry-religious-institutions-are-abandoning-watering-down-traditional-beliefs/

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars


Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

May 04, 202345:03
OTXNT - MAJOR Creation Views

OTXNT - MAJOR Creation Views

What are some major creation views that Christians hold? Are any better and stronger than others? Yes. Ben and Andrew discuss a few major creation views that are found within Christian orthodoxy. If you'd like to hear more on a specific viewpoint addressed, comment below.


Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch



Apr 27, 202301:10:59
OTXNT - Prager, Peterson, and Porn?

OTXNT - Prager, Peterson, and Porn?

Today's discussion centers on recent comments aboutpornography by Dennis Prager and Jordan Peterson. Is their advice sound? Does the Bible have more to say about this than it is claimed from their comments? Should Prager and Peterson be looked to for wisdom in topics like this?

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944


For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Apr 20, 202343:25
Reacting to the News: It's BAD--A Customized Christian Worldview

Reacting to the News: It's BAD--A Customized Christian Worldview

Why is our country in the mess it is in, especially when many still claim to be Christian? It is clear that many who claim to be Christian do not actually hold Christian beliefs. How bad is it? BAD.

Ben reacts to a the article from Answers in Genesis, "Barna: Most Americans Create a 'Customized Worldview'"

https://answersingenesis.org/worldview/barna-most-americans-create-a-customized-worldview/

Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch



Apr 13, 202321:15
OTXNT - What happened in Nashville this week | A look at human depravity.

OTXNT - What happened in Nashville this week | A look at human depravity.

Today's OTXNT discusses the recent tragedy in Nashville, TN where a woman shot up a Christian school, killing three kids and three adults. In the wake of this tragedy, how are we to view human depravity? Are humans generally good with just a few bad apples? Is our culture becoming sicker? Are we as bad as we could be? Join us for today's discussion...

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch



Mar 28, 202357:10
Benevolence and meeting needs: A look at James 2:15-17

Benevolence and meeting needs: A look at James 2:15-17

What is my role in meeting needs? What might be a good Christian attitude towards meeting needs and giving to the poor be?

Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch



Mar 23, 202317:47
Are all sins equal?

Are all sins equal?

The question of the day is "are all sins equal"?  Maybe you have been taught this in the church and have believed that any sin, no mater how big or how small are seen as the same to God in their importance. How should we answer this question?


Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Mar 14, 202317:02
OTXNT - Can women be deacons?

OTXNT - Can women be deacons?

Can women serve in the office of deacon? Is there reason to believe that the early church may have had female deacons? Andrew and Ben look at 1 Tim 3 and Romans 16 for insight into this topic.


Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Mar 08, 202332:25
Theological Sidebars - Reacting to the News: Marriage, Family, and South Korea

Theological Sidebars - Reacting to the News: Marriage, Family, and South Korea

Should the church promote marriage and family (for those outside the church)? Ben reacts to the article "As South Korea’s Marriage Rates Decline, Churches Try to Bring Back Romance."  See https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2023/february-web-only/south-korea-christians-marriage-singleness-feminism.html

Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Mar 02, 202317:39
OTXNT - Saddleback Out and Can Women Preach in a Baptist Church?

OTXNT - Saddleback Out and Can Women Preach in a Baptist Church?

Ben and Andrew discuss the news of the SBC Executive Committee affirming the recommendation that Saddleback Church is deemed “not in friendly cooperation with the Southern Baptist Convention.”  Looking at social media, it is clear that Baptists are all over the place on what they think.  In light of this news, Ben and Andrew continue the discussion on Women in Ministry (see part 1). In this episode they discuss 1 Corinthians 14 and what it means for a church's worship service and practice.

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Feb 22, 202301:05:20
OTXNT - Andy Stanley 's Slippery Slope...Out of Orthodoxy

OTXNT - Andy Stanley 's Slippery Slope...Out of Orthodoxy

Dr. Andrew Marquez and Dr. Ben Pate assess recently comments made by Andy Stanley. What changes are demanded by identifying with Christ as Lord? Can Christians serve in church without leading lives of repentance?

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Feb 08, 202349:06
Theological Sidebars - Temptation and Evil Desires... are they sins?

Theological Sidebars - Temptation and Evil Desires... are they sins?

Is temptation a sin? What about evil desires that spring up in your mind? Is there is a point on which these become sins?

Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Feb 08, 202313:11
OTXNT - Can Women Pastor Baptist Churches?

OTXNT - Can Women Pastor Baptist Churches?

Today's discussion revolves around the Baptist Faith and Message 2000, Article VI and recent controversy regarding the meaning and role of "pastor." In today's episode we look at 1 Timothy 2 and look at Paul's words on the roles of men and women in the church. Are these words still applicable? Are they outdated? Join us for part 1 of this discussion.

Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Jan 26, 202301:00:10
Theological Sidebars - How to Pray...for Wisdom (James 1:5-8)

Theological Sidebars - How to Pray...for Wisdom (James 1:5-8)

Is there a right way to pray? In James 1:5-8, James talks about our need to pray for wisdom and how we shouldn't doubt when we approach him. But what does that look like? How do we really do this?


Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/@theologicalsidebars

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Jan 26, 202311:24
OTXNT - Discussion on the Church and Israel

OTXNT - Discussion on the Church and Israel

Dr. Marquez and Dr. Pate discuss the relationship of Israel to the church. The topic was previously mentioned on Dr. Pate's Theological Sidebars podcast. Dr. Marquez shares some of his insights on this topic and what it means for the church today.


Ben Pate (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - Old Testament), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9JPFkD4py19zE_P8OGBVOQ

Andrew Marquez (Ph.D., Biblical Studies - New Testament), Dean of Arizona Campuses for Wayland Baptist University and Executive Pastor of North Swan Baptist Church in Tucson, AZ.

For Dr. Marquez's podcast - https://open.spotify.com/show/6GPetXuW2skkfspybhRjPw?si=08dcf71033cc4944



For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Jan 12, 202332:12
Theological Sidebars - The Church, Part of Israel?

Theological Sidebars - The Church, Part of Israel?

When James 1:1 writes to the dispersed 12 tribes of Israel, who is he talking to? What does this reveal about the church? Is the church part of Israel? Do they supplant Israel? What is the relationship of the church to Israel?

Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9JPFkD4py19zE_P8OGBVOQ

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch


Jan 11, 202317:28
Theological Sidebars - He would be called a Nazarene?

Theological Sidebars - He would be called a Nazarene?

What does Matthew mean when he says in Matthew 2:23 that the prophets spoke about Jesus being a "Nazarene"? Is this a quote of an OT passage? How can we best understand what Matthew is getting at?

Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9JPFkD4py19zE_P8OGBVOQ

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Jan 05, 202314:21
OTXNT - Where was Jesus really born?

OTXNT - Where was Jesus really born?

There has been some recent discussion about Jesus' birth and his connection to Migdol Eder. Is there more to the birth narrative that meets the eye? Where does this "new" insight come from?

Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9JPFkD4py19zE_P8OGBVOQ

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Dec 22, 202226:41
Theological Sidebars - Why were the Magi looking for a star and a king?

Theological Sidebars - Why were the Magi looking for a star and a king?

Is there any biblical precedent for why the magi would be looking for a star and why they would worship a baby? How would they have known anything about Jesus? Today's discussion looks at possible reasons for their arrival and worship of Christ.   

 Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Lead Pastor at Oak Valley Baptist Church in Franklin, TN 

For Dr. Pate's Youtube channel visit - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9JPFkD4py19zE_P8OGBVOQ

For more information on Oak Valley visit https://www.oakvalleybaptist.org 

Visit Oak Valley's Youtube channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/@OakValleyBaptistChurch

Dec 20, 202215:41
Theological Sidebars - What is expected of the average goer? (Eph 4:11-16)

Theological Sidebars - What is expected of the average goer? (Eph 4:11-16)

Ephesians 4:11-16 talks about 2 roles God has for the church: 1) pastors/leaders and 2) the role of the congregation. What is expected of both? What specifically must a Christian be doing?

Bible Studies and Discussions from Ben Pate (PhD, Biblical Studies), Pastor of Royal Palms Baptist Church.

For more on Royal Palms visit https://www.Royalpalms.org

Visit Royal Palms' Youtube Channel to watch live and archived worship services - https://www.youtube.com/c/RoyalPalmsBaptistChurch

Nov 09, 202210:43