Anchored by Truth from Crystal Sea Books - a 30 minute show exploring the grand Biblical saga of creation, fall, and redempti

R.D.Fierro
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The show features humor, engaging Christian fiction, and original music to encourage listeners to explore the Bible regularly and deeply. The programs are especially suitable for home schoolers, Bible study group leaders, youth pastors, and parents who want to have an innovative way to explore Biblical themes with their groups or families.

  1. 2d ago

    The Bible in Song – Only One Man - Part 2

    -- In Matthew chapter 11, John the Baptist sends messengers to ask Jesus if He is the expected Messiah or if they should look for someone else. -- Rather than giving a simple verbal confirmation, Jesus points directly to the miraculous signs foretold by the prophet Isaiah. -- The ministry of Jesus visibly fulfilled ancient prophecies, including opening blind eyes, unstopping deaf ears, making the lame walk, cleansing lepers, and raising the dead. -- These incredible acts were not random wonders, but intentional divine evidence designed to prove that Jesus is the God-man and the Savior of the world. Scriptures for Further Study -- Isaiah 35:5-6 -- Isaiah 61:1-3 -- Matthew 11:4-6 -- John 9:32 -- 2 Corinthians 5:21 This is episode 386. +++++++ You can find more information here: http://www.crystalseabooks.com/

  2. Sep 8

    The Bible in Song – Only One Man - Part 1

    Uniqueness of Christ Explored Through Song -- The opening study examines Matthew 14:25, where Jesus walked on the water, demonstrating His sovereign authority over creation while displaying profound human humility. -- The discussion highlights Luke 5:17-26 and the healing of the paralyzed man, illustrating that Jesus did not merely perform acts of compassion, but exercised the divine authority to forgive sins. -- The hosts explore Jesus facing temptation in the wilderness according to Luke 4:1-13, showing how He remained perfectly obedient where Adam and Israel failed. -- The program unpacks the mystery of the incarnation using 1 Timothy 2:5, emphasizing that Jesus is the one mediator between God and mankind because He possesses two distinct natures in one person. -- The teaching concludes with a review of John 2:1-11, where Jesus turned water into wine at Cana, revealing His divine glory and fulfilling His role as prophet, priest, and king combined. Scriptures for Further Study -- Matthew 14:25-27 -- Luke 5:17-26 -- Luke 4:1-13 -- Romans 3:12 -- 1 Timothy 2:5 -- John 2:1-11 -- John 1:1 -- John 1:14 -- Colossians 2:9 -- Titus 2:13 -- 2 Peter 1:1 This is episode 385. +++++++ You can find more information here: http://www.crystalseabooks.com/

  3. Aug 25

    The Bible in Song – Build, Now Build - Part 5

    Did dinosaurs really die out tens of millions of years before humans appeared, or did they ride alongside Noah on the Ark? In this thought-provoking episode of Anchored by Truth, hosts Victoria K. and R.D. Fierro tackle one of the most common skepticism-fueled questions regarding the book of Genesis. By laying aside modern cultural assumptions and examining the literal text alongside physical evidence, they demonstrate how the biblical narrative stands up to rational inspection. Listeners will discover how historical artwork from medieval England to ancient Cambodia depicts recognizable, long-necked reptilian creatures long before modern paleontology began cataloging fossils. The conversation dives deep into biological growth patterns, showing why Noah did not need to haul multi-ton fully grown adults onto the vessel when smaller, younger animals were far more suitable. Furthermore, the episode explores the stunning scientific discovery of flexible blood vessels and protein fragments inside fossilized Tyrannosaurus rex bones, offering compelling evidence that challenges conventional deep-time timetables and affirms the historical reality of the global Flood. Key topics explored in this episode include: -- Historical depictions from Carlisle Cathedral and Ta Prohm that strongly resemble sauropods and stegosaurs, created centuries before modern museum reconstructions. -- Biological limits on dinosaur egg sizes and their sigmoidal growth spurts, proving that juvenile dinosaurs on the Ark required far less space, food, and care than adult specimens. -- Why juvenile animals were the most logical, practical choice for repopulating the earth after the waters receded due to their remaining reproductive lifespan. -- The revolutionary discovery by Dr. Mary Schweitzer of pliable blood vessels and collagen inside T. rex remains, pointing to catastrophic burial in recent history. -- The distinction between modern species and biblical "kinds," highlighting how God designed the Ark with ideal proportions to accomplish His saving purpose. Scriptures for Further Study -- Genesis 6:14-16 -- Genesis 7:13-16 -- John 14:6 This is episode 383. +++++++ You can find more information here: http://www.crystalseabooks.com/

  4. Aug 18

    The Bible in Song – Build, Now Build - Part 4

    How Real-World Logistics Prove the History of Noah's Ark Could eight people really manage thousands of animals inside a giant wooden ship for over a year? Skeptics often dismiss the account of Noah’s Ark as a fairy tale, picturing tiny bathtubs overflowing with oversized creatures. However, when we examine the precise text of Genesis alongside practical biology and modern farming techniques, the objections quickly fall apart. In this episode of Anchored by Truth, R.D. Fierro and Victoria K. explore the practical science and historical reliability of the Ark’s passenger load and daily operations. -- The Bible specifies created "kinds" rather than modern species, meaning Noah only needed to house representatives of original animal families. -- Most animals on Earth are smaller than sheep, making the space requirements for air-breathing land animals far lower than critics assume. -- Larger animals like elephants or dinosaurs could easily have entered the Ark as juveniles, saving massive amounts of space, food, and labor. -- Practical waste management systems like deep-bedding ("postal") or gravity drains ("grupstal") explain how a small crew maintained hygienic conditions. -- The Ark was designed by God to convey mercy, serving as a real physical refuge that points directly to the salvation offered through Jesus Christ. Scriptures for Further Study -- Genesis 1:30 -- Genesis 6:19-21 -- Genesis 7:1-16 -- Genesis 8:20 -- John 14:6 This is episode 382. +++++++ You can find more information here: http://www.crystalseabooks.com/

  5. Aug 11

    The Bible in Song – Build, Now Build - Part 3

    Critics often dismiss the story of Noah's Ark as a primitive fable, picturing a cramped, unstable boat overflowing with animals. Yet when you analyze the structural blueprints recorded in Genesis, modern science and naval architecture tell a completely different story. In this episode of Anchored by Truth, hosts Victoria K. and R.D. Fierro explore the remarkable engineering, practical design, and physical evidence behind the vessel that preserved life on Earth during global catastrophe. -- Genesis gives precise dimensions with a six-to-one length-to-width ratio, which modern naval architecture recognizes as an ideal proportion for maximum stability and roll resistance in heavy seas. -- Advanced hydrodynamic testing conducted by the Korea Research Institute of Ships and Ocean Engineering proved that a model built to the Ark's biblical proportions could withstand waves up to 100 feet high, and up to 150 feet with reinforced construction. -- Historical candidates for gopher wood, such as cypress or Indian teak, provide incredible natural resistance to decay, immense structural integrity, and long-term durability in wet environments. -- The specification to coat the Ark inside and out with pitch and charcoal created a resilient barrier that sealed seams while dramatically improving impact resistance against floating flood debris. -- The continuous 18-inch opening beneath the roof acted as a vital ventilation band, allowing dangerous body heat, moisture, and odors from thousands of animals to rise and escape. -- The heavy cargo of animals and food provided necessary ballast, lowering the vessel's draft in the water to prevent capsizing during the most violent early stages of the deluge. -- Unlike the unlivable, cube-shaped vessel described in ancient pagan legends like the Epic of Gilgamesh, the Biblical Ark reflects sober, functional engineering designed specifically for real-world survival. -- Ultimately, the physical protection provided by the wooden Ark serves as a profound historical picture of the ultimate spiritual rescue offered through Jesus Christ. Scriptures for Further Study -- Genesis 6:14-16 -- Genesis 7:11-12 -- Genesis 8:1-4 -- 1 Peter 3:20-21 -- John 14:6 This is episode 381. +++++++ You can find more information here: http://www.crystalseabooks.com/

  6. Aug 4

    The Bible in Song – Build, Now Build - Part 2

    How Geology and Scripture Agree on the Great Flood Can we really trust the biblical account of Noah and the Ark, or is it just a pious fiction? Join hosts Victoria K and RD Fierro as they dive into part two of "The Bible in Song – Build, Now Build." In this insightful discussion, they look beyond the literary brilliance of Genesis to examine five striking lines of geological evidence visible in our world today. Discover how vast sedimentary sheets, cleanly stacked rock strata, and rapidly buried fossils testify to catastrophic water action on a global scale, pointing straight to the enduring reliability of God's Word. -- Vast Sedimentary Rock Layers: Continent-spanning formations of sandstone, shale, and limestone point to enormous hydrological forces moving massive amounts of sediment across huge landmasses. -- Cleanly Stacked Rock Strata: Sharp boundaries between rock layers show very little evidence of long-term weathering or biological disturbance, indicating rapid deposition in successive pulses of water. -- Marine Fossils on High Mountains: The discovery of shallow-water sea creatures preserved at extreme elevations, including the upper reaches of Mount Everest, demonstrates massive continental uplift following marine deposition. -- Catastrophic Erosion Features: Deep canyons, coulees, and scoured landscapes across the globe reveal the immense power of rapidly receding floodwaters as they stripped soil and carved deep channels. -- Widespread Rapid Burial: Countless fossils around the world prove that billions of organisms were quickly entombed in oxygen-poor sediment before decay or scavengers could destroy them. -- The Gospel Parallel: Just as the wooden ark served as God's appointed refuge from physical judgment, the wood of the cross provides spiritual salvation through the blood of Jesus Christ. Scriptures for Further Study -- Genesis 6:9-16 -- Genesis 7:17-24 This is episode 380. +++++++ You can find more information here: http://www.crystalseabooks.com/

  7. Jul 28

    The Bible in Song – Build, Now Build - Part 1

    When facing modern skepticism, many Christians know the stories of the Bible but struggle to defend their historical and theological reliability. In this foundational episode of Anchored by Truth, hosts Victoria K. and RD Fierro explore the biblical account of Noah and the Flood through the lens of scripture, history, archaeology, and music. By examining the intricate literary design of Genesis, they demonstrate that the narrative of the Flood is far from a collection of randomly aggregated creation myths, revealing instead a carefully superintended account built upon covenant mercy. Key takeaways from this episode include: -- Genesis serves as the indispensable foundation for all biblical history and theology, establishing the origins of the universe, humanity, sin, death, and God's plan of redemption. -- The account of Noah and the Flood in Genesis 6 through 9 is structured as a massive four-chapter chiasmus, a sophisticated literary pattern where themes mirror one another to highlight a central focus: "God remembered Noah." -- Archaeological discoveries, such as early alphabetic inscriptions at Serabit el-Khadim and Wadi el-Hol, dismantle the old critical claim that early biblical authors lacked the writing technology needed to record historical accounts. -- Historical archives like the Nuzi and Mari tablets confirm that the cultural customs, legal traditions, and family structures depicted in Genesis accurately reflect the authentic ancient Near Eastern world. -- Over 68 percent of young believers walk away from their faith after leaving home because they know bible stories but have never been taught how to defend the truth behind them. -- The wooden ark that preserved Noah through the waters of divine judgment directly foreshadows the cross of Christ, where believers find ultimate salvation from sin. Scriptures for Further Study -- Genesis 6:9-16 -- Genesis 6:1-9:29 -- John 14:6 -- Mark 2:27 -- Matthew 20:16 This is episode 379. +++++++ You can find more information here: http://www.crystalseabooks.com/

  8. Jul 21

    The Bible in Song – ABC's of Faith - Part 4

    In this episode of Anchored by Truth, RD Fierro and Melinda Carroll dive back into the popular song "The ABC's of Faith" to draw out rich, life-changing spiritual truths. While simple enough for children, the biblical figures highlighted in the song reveal a critical lesson for Christians of all ages: salvation is never a group package deal. -- Group membership, ancestry, and cultural lineage offer zero standing when it comes to eternity and our standing before a holy God. -- Jesus sharply confronted the religious leaders of His day for relying on their connection to Abraham while ignoring justice, mercy, and personal repentance. -- Biblical heroes like Abraham, Mary, Noah, and Zacchaeus each demonstrate how genuine faith responds to God on an individual level through active obedience. -- True faith isn't passive or lethargic; authentic encounters with the Savior always produce tangible action, transformed lives, and a desire to serve. -- Passing down an enduring Christian faith to children requires intentional, creative effort from parents, grandparents, and leaders using every modern media tool available. Listen in to discover how simple musical truths can anchor your family's heart in timeless scripture! Scriptural References for Further Study: -- Genesis 4 -- 2 Chronicles 24 -- Matthew 3:7-9 -- Matthew 23:23-24, 34-35 -- Luke 1:35-37 -- Luke 19:1-10 -- Romans 4:9, 16 -- Hebrews 11:19 -- James 4:8-9 -- Revelation 5:9 This is episode 378. +++++++ You can find more information here: http://www.crystalseabooks.com/

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The show features humor, engaging Christian fiction, and original music to encourage listeners to explore the Bible regularly and deeply. The programs are especially suitable for home schoolers, Bible study group leaders, youth pastors, and parents who want to have an innovative way to explore Biblical themes with their groups or families.

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