In this episode of A Lot of Words, we take on several of the most debated theological questions in the modern church. What are spiritual gifts, and what are they for? Are tongues, prophecy, and miraculous healings still active today? What is the baptism of the Holy Spirit? We also address questions about female deacons, the age of the earth, carbon dating, and double predestination in Romans 9.

Rather than relying on experience or cultural trends, this conversation returns to the authority and sufficiency of Scripture. We examine how the Bible describes spiritual gifts, how they function in the life of the church, and how Christians should think about modern claims of prophecy and supernatural power. Our goal is not controversy for its own sake, but clarity — strengthening discernment and encouraging believers to grow in confidence in God’s Word.