Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme of “Is that in the Bible? Separating Fact from Fiction) with Dr. Jim Coakley, as he addressed and distinguished Scripture from fictional biblical quotes and shared some basic principles for reading and studying the Word. Dr. Coakley is a professor at the Moody Bible Institute, a current elder at 180 Chicago Church, and a former Senior pastor. He has also written several books, including “14 Fresh Ways to Enjoy the Bible”. Then Dr. John Koessler joined us to discuss what is actually good and what’s evil amid a culture of confusion. Dr. Koessler is a retired Professor and faculty emeritus at MBI. He has also authored several books, including “Dangerous Virtues: How to Follow Jesus When Evil Masquerades as Good”. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.  If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps: 

Dr. Jim Coakley Interview [1:03]

Does God Help Those Who Help Themselves? [21:00]

Dr. John Koessler Interview [26:21]


Karl and Crew airs live weekday mornings from 5-9 a.m. Central Time. Click this link for ways to listen in your area!https://www.moodyradio.org/ways-to-listen/

Today, on Karl and Crew, we kicked off our weekly theme of &ldquo;Is that in the Bible? Separating Fact from Fiction) with Dr. Jim Coakley, as he addressed and distinguished Scripture from fictional biblical quotes and shared some basic principles for reading and studying the Word. Dr. Coakley is a professor at the Moody Bible Institute, a current elder at 180 Chicago Church, and a former Senior pastor. He has also written several books, including &ldquo;14 Fresh Ways to Enjoy the Bible&rdquo;. Then Dr. John Koessler joined us to discuss what is actually good and what&rsquo;s evil amid a culture of confusion. Dr. Koessler is a retired Professor and faculty emeritus at MBI. He has also authored several books, including &ldquo;Dangerous Virtues: How to Follow Jesus When Evil Masquerades as Good&rdquo;. You can hear the highlights of today's program on the Karl and Crew Showcast.&nbsp; If you're looking to hear a particular segment from the show, look at the following timestamps:&nbsp;
Dr. Jim Coakley Interview [1:03]
Does God Help Those Who Help Themselves? [21:00]
Dr. John Koessler Interview [26:21]
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Separating Biblical Fact from Fiction with Dr. Jim Coakley & When Evil Masquerades as Good with Dr. John Koessler

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