The Biblical Roots Podcast

Prof. R. L. Solberg
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This is a Bible-based, Christ-focused theology and apologetics podcast hosted by Professor R. L. Solberg. We talk theology and apologetics, test the claims of questionable teachers, and offer a range of Bible teachings, including verse-by-verse Bible studies. The Biblical Roots Ministries is all about helping believers stay grounded in the truth of Scripture. Founded by Professor R. L. Solberg, our Christ-centered ministry is dedicated to creating faithful, Bible-based content that deepens your understanding of God’s Word and equips you to discern false teachings. We do this in two ways: 1. Dismantling false teachings – We take a systematic approach to breaking down ideas that challenge the sufficiency of Christ (2 Cor. 10:5), clearing away myths and misconceptions so believers can stand firm in the truth.2. Building biblical literacy – Through Bible studies and teachings on biblical theology, interpretation (hermeneutics), and Bible history, we help believers dive deeper into Scripture and better understand it in its proper context.If you would like to support our work, you can send a gift here:https://TheBiblicalRoots.org/#donate

  1. 2d ago

    Are There Contradictions in the Bible?

    Send us Fan Mail Critics often claim that Scripture is full of errors, conflicting accounts, and impossible statements. In this video, Dr. R. L. Solberg examines some of the most common alleged contradictions and explains why many of them turn out to be questions of context, language, perspective, chronology, or textual transmission rather than genuine logical contradictions. We explore the Resurrection accounts, Paul and James on faith and works, Old Testament passages that speak of things lasting "forever," apparent contradictions about seeing God, God's unchanging nature, numerical discrepancies, and more. Along the way, we learn an important principle: a true contradiction exists only when something is affirmed and denied in the same sense, at the same time, and in the same respect. Whether you're wrestling with difficult passages yourself or responding to challenges from skeptics, this video will help you think more carefully about what the Bible actually says and how Christians have approached these questions for centuries. The Biblical Roots Ministries Our website Our YouTube Channel Prof. Solberg's Blog Support our Ministry (Thank you!) Chapters 00:00 Introduction 04:06 The Bible as Historical Literature 06:39 Defining a True Contradiction 08:46 Eyewitness Contradictions 16:00 Semantic Contradictions 28:12 Examining Motivations 30:00 Descriptions of God 34:28 Contradictions of Perspective 37:06 Textual Transmission 40:49 Numerical Contradictions 43:48 Wrap it up, Solberg. What if Christmas felt sacred again? Full of Grace and Truth, the new book from award-winning author R. L. Solberg, invites you to rediscover the biblical story at the heart of the season. Available now in paperback and Kindle, with all proceeds supporting The Biblical Roots Ministries. Get your copy today on Amazon.com.

    47 min

  2. Jun 13

    Dr. Solberg on the Thinking Cup Podcast hosted by Mike Colburn

    Send us Fan Mail Are Christians required to keep the Law of Moses? Is the seventh-day Sabbath still binding under the New Covenant, or was it fulfilled in Christ? In this conversation, host Mike Colburn sits down with Dr. R. L. Solberg, author of Torahism and founder of The Biblical Roots Ministries, to work through the questions his audience asks him about most: the law, the Sabbath, the New Covenant, and what changed when Jesus said, "It is finished." Dr. Solberg has spent years answering the Hebrew Roots, Torah-keeping, and Messianic movements. Those arguments turn out to be the mirror image of what so many of us inherited in Adventism. If you've ever been told that "sin is the transgression of the law," that the Ten Commandments are what's written on our hearts, or that keeping the Sabbath is a test of loyalty to God, this one is for you. #apologetics  #sda  #theology  #hebrewroots The Biblical Roots Ministries Our website Our YouTube Channel Prof. Solberg's Blog Support our Ministry (Thank you!) What if Christmas felt sacred again? Full of Grace and Truth, the new book from award-winning author R. L. Solberg, invites you to rediscover the biblical story at the heart of the season. Available now in paperback and Kindle, with all proceeds supporting The Biblical Roots Ministries. Get your copy today on Amazon.com.

    2h 3m

  3. Jun 12

    The Real Reason God Banned Pork

    Send us Fan Mail A popular claim these days is that God prohibited pork, shellfish, and other animals because they're unhealthy, unclean scavengers, or dangerous for human consumption. But is that actually what the Bible says? In this video, Dr. Solberg examines a viral claim that the dietary laws of Leviticus 11 were given for health reasons and test that idea against Scripture itself. He looks at the biblical meaning of "clean" and "unclean," explores the Hebrew concepts of ritual purity, and examines the reason God explicitly gives for Israel's food laws. Were the dietary restrictions primarily about nutrition? Were they intended for all humanity? Why were Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Noah allowed to eat foods that would later be restricted under the Mosaic Covenant? And what does the Torah itself say about the purpose of these commandments? Rather than relying on modern Hebrew Roots and other Torah-observant movement theories, let's go directly to the biblical text and let Scripture speak for itself.  Topics covered: • Leviticus 11 and the prohibition of pork • The Hebrew words ṭāhôr (clean) and ṭāmēʾ (unclean) • Ritual purity versus health regulations • Why Israel's dietary laws were given • Leviticus 20:25–26 and being "set apart" • Genesis 9 and the pre-Sinai diet • Common misconceptions about biblical food laws • Hebrew Roots claims examined in light of Scripture The Biblical Roots Ministries Our website Our YouTube Channel Prof. Solberg's Blog Support our Ministry (Thank you!)

    14 min

  4. Jun 8

    Is the Trinity a Man-made Doctrine? Testing Tom Bradford

    Send us Fan Mail In this video, Dr. R. L. Solberg carefully examines Tom Bradford's teaching on the Trinity and compares it to the teaching of Scripture. Bradford argues that the traditional doctrine of the Trinity developed later in church history and does not accurately reflect the biblical picture of God. But is that claim supported by the Bible? We'll examine key passages from both the Old and New Testaments, explore what Christians have historically meant by the doctrine of the Trinity, and test Bradford's claims against the biblical text itself. Along the way, we'll discuss the deity of Christ, the eternal Sonship of Jesus, the incarnation, adoptionism, modalism, and why precise theological language matters. This study is not about attacking people. It's about following the Berean principle of testing every teaching against Scripture. Links Mr. Bradford's Full Teaching Is the Trinity taught in the Bible and why does it matter? (From Dr. Solberg) Is Jesus God? (From Dr. Solberg) The Biblical Roots Ministries Our website Our YouTube Channel Prof. Solberg's Blog Support our Ministry (Thank you!) Topics Covered in this Episode Is the Trinity taught in the Bible? Did the early church invent the Trinity? Is Jesus eternally the Son of God? What is adoptionism? Does Tom Bradford's teaching align with Scripture? Biblical evidence for the deity of Christ Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in the New Testament Common misunderstandings about Trinitarian theology Chapters 00:00 Introduction 05:13 The Early Church & the Trinity 14:09 The Three Person Concept 19:34 The Deity of Christ 45:33 What does the Doctrine of the Trinity teach? Whether you're exploring Christianity, wrestling with questions about the Trinity, or evaluating Bradford's teaching for yourself, I hope this study helps you think carefully and biblically about one of the most important doctrines of the Christian faith. Scripture discussed: Genesis 1, Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 9:6, John 1, John 8, Matthew 28:19, Philippians 2, Hebrews 1–2, and more. #Trinity #christiandoctrine #apologetics #heresies #theology SUPPORT OUR MINISTRY https://TheBiblicalRoots.org/support (Thank you!) OUR LINKS https://linktr.ee/thebiblicalroots

    1h 3m

  5. May 25

    Jesus Outside the Camp: Hebrews 13 (Part 18)

    Send us Fan Mail In this final chapter of Hebrews, Dr. R. L. Solberg walks verse-by-verse through Hebrews 13, unpacking the book’s closing exhortations about Christian love, hospitality, persecution, contentment, spiritual leadership, and enduring faith in Jesus Christ. This in-depth Bible study explores the famous “Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today, and forever” passage, the meaning of going “outside the camp,” the superiority of Christ over the old covenant system, and the powerful closing benediction centered on the blood of the eternal covenant. This study also examines key themes running throughout the entire Book of Hebrews, including the New Covenant, the finished work of Christ, the priesthood of Jesus, perseverance in faith, and why believers are called to hold fast to the Gospel rather than return to the old covenant shadows fulfilled in Christ. Ideal for Christians studying Hebrews, New Covenant theology, the relationship between the Old and New Testaments, and the sufficiency of Jesus’ sacrifice. 00:00 Introduction 00:20 Hebrews 13:1–6 (Let Love Continue) 17:28 Hebrews 13:7–17 (A Final Warning) 50:58 Hebrews 13:20–25 -(Benediction and Final Greetings) #biblestudy #hebrews13 #versebyverse The Biblical Roots Ministries Our website Our YouTube Channel Prof. Solberg's Blog Support our Ministry (Thank you!)

    1h 1m

  6. Apr 29

    Christians and the Law—Dr. Solberg Interviewed by Dr. Douglas Hamp

    Send us Fan Mail Are Christians still under God’s law… or has something changed? A Livestream from Douglas Hamp Ministries In this conversation, Dr. Robert L. Solberg and Dr. Douglas Hamp tackle one of the most debated questions in the Church today: How should Christians relate to the law—without falling into legalism or losing it altogether? Some believe the law has been fulfilled and is no longer applicable. Others argue that God’s instructions still matter and were never meant to be discarded. But what did Jesus actually teach? And how do we understand passages like Romans 10:4 and Matthew 5 in context? This isn’t about winning an argument—it’s about seeking clarity. In this episode, we explore: God's New Covenant The Relationship between Israel and the Church Why sincere Christians come to very different conclusions Our goal is simple: to pursue truth with humility and keep the conversation honest, respectful, and grounded in Scripture. The Biblical Roots Ministries Our website Our YouTube Channel Prof. Solberg's Blog Support our Ministry (Thank you!)

    1h 16m

  7. Mar 17

    Debate on Matt 5:17–20 — Prof. R. L. Solberg vs. Pastor Matthew Janzen

    Send us Fan Mail Enjoy this orderly yet passionate debate on the resolution: "Does Matthew 5:17-20 Teach that Christians Ought to Obey the Law of Moses?" Pastor Matthew Janzen argues in the affirmative, and Prof. R. L. Solberg argues in the negative. Both are followers of Jesus (Yeshua) who affirm the authority of the entire Bible—the Old Testament (Tanakh) and the New Testament (Brit Chadasha). Yet they take very different views of this critical passage from Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount. What did Jesus really mean when He said He came not to abolish the Law but to fulfill it? “Do not think that I have come to abolish the Law or the Prophets; I have not come to abolish them but to fulfill them. For truly, I say to you, until heaven and earth pass away, not an iota, not a dot, will pass from the Law until all is accomplished. Therefore whoever relaxes one of the least of these commandments and teaches others to do the same will be called least in the kingdom of heaven, but whoever does them and teaches them will be called great in the kingdom of heaven. For I tell you, unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." (Matt 5:17–20) The Biblical Roots Ministries Our website Our YouTube Channel Prof. Solberg's Blog Support our Ministry (Thank you!)

    1h 55m

  8. Mar 3

    Will There Be a Third Temple?

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we take a step back from typical prophetic speculations and eschatological positions and ask a deeper question: Does a third temple fit the theology of the New Testament? Our journey begins by entering the first-century world of Jesus and His disciples, where the temple stood at the very center of Jewish life and covenant faithfulness. From there, we trace how the New Testament interprets the destruction of that temple—and what it means that Jesus called Himself greater than the temple (Matt 12:6), identified His body as the true temple (John 2:19–21), and redirected worship away from Jerusalem to “spirit and truth” (John 4:21–24). We reason from a Christ-centered hermeneutic: letting the New Testament govern how we read Old Testament temple prophecies. Along the way, we consider why early Christians never attempted to reconstruct a temple-centered faith, and why the apostles consistently anchor our hope in Christ’s finished work and the new creation, not in a restored sacrificial system (Eph 1:21; Rev 11:15). If you’ve only ever heard the third temple discussed in terms of end-times timelines, this approach may challenge you to rethink the question from a covenantal and theological perspective. 3D Temple Walkthrough Video Clips: Herod's Temple 3D - Ancient Jerusalem in UNREAL ENGINE 5 © 2025 Scripture Central and Messages of Christ YouTube Channel The Biblical Roots Ministries Our website Our YouTube Channel Prof. Solberg's Blog Support our Ministry (Thank you!)

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This is a Bible-based, Christ-focused theology and apologetics podcast hosted by Professor R. L. Solberg. We talk theology and apologetics, test the claims of questionable teachers, and offer a range of Bible teachings, including verse-by-verse Bible studies. The Biblical Roots Ministries is all about helping believers stay grounded in the truth of Scripture. Founded by Professor R. L. Solberg, our Christ-centered ministry is dedicated to creating faithful, Bible-based content that deepens your understanding of God’s Word and equips you to discern false teachings. We do this in two ways: 1. Dismantling false teachings – We take a systematic approach to breaking down ideas that challenge the sufficiency of Christ (2 Cor. 10:5), clearing away myths and misconceptions so believers can stand firm in the truth.2. Building biblical literacy – Through Bible studies and teachings on biblical theology, interpretation (hermeneutics), and Bible history, we help believers dive deeper into Scripture and better understand it in its proper context.If you would like to support our work, you can send a gift here:https://TheBiblicalRoots.org/#donate

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  • Creator
    Prof. R. L. Solberg
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    135
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 The Biblical Roots Podcast
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