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The War Against Dispensationalism - Part 6 - Ep. 689 - 4-30-2025

Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland tackle articles 27 to 34 of a 95‑point critique, pressing into the ongoing debate over Dispensationalism. They address replacement theology, allegory vs literal reading, premillennialism and the rapture, Daniel 9’s 70 weeks, and the “last trumpet” issue. Expect clear talk on history, why printing and recovery matters, and why a plain reading can include poetic and symbolic language. It is a war of ideas, not people.

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The War Against Dispensationalism - Part 5 - Ep. 688 - 4-29-2025

A candid, scripture-first debate on Dispensationalism. Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland walk through Articles 22 to 26 of the “95 Theses Against Dispensationalism,” testing claims about literal interpretation, allegory, and prophetic fulfillment. Isaiah 2 and Micah 4, Acts 15, Daniel’s 70 weeks, and the tabernacle of David take center stage as they argue that symbolic applications do not cancel literal events. Expect clear talk on the millennial reign, the supernatural in prophecy, and why a pretrib view fits the biblical timeline. The episode opens with a brief tribute to Charles Ay, a beloved musician and vocal coach, and ends with where the series heads next. Join the war of ideas with a calm mind and an open Bible.

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The War Against Dispensationalism - Part 4 - Ep. 687 - 4-28-2025

A clear defense of Dispensationalism and a straight talk review of common critiques. Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland tackle charges about law and grace, Scofield and Ryrie, the Sermon on the Mount, Israel, remission, and the charge of “two ways of salvation.” They argue for a literal reading of Scripture, point to faith across all ages, and explain why the real war is over the authority of God’s word. Practical, plain-language Bible discussion for listeners who want clarity without spin. Subscribe for more episodes on this ongoing debate.

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The War Against Dispensationalism - Part 3 - Ep. 686 - April 25, 2025

The 95 Theses against Dispensationalism meet a firm, point-by-point response. In this episode, the debate heats up as we tackle items 16 to 20 and the ongoing war over definitions, history, and sound Bible reading.

What you will hear:

 * Progressive Dispensationalism, continuity, and why grace runs from Genesis to Revelation
 * Law and grace, how they relate, and where critics misread Ryrie and Scofield
 * The Sermon on the Mount, present application, and future kingdom context
 * The false charge of “two ways of salvation,” plus a clear look at remission vs forgiveness
 * Israel, covenant promises, and why definitions matter when reading Scripture

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The War Against Dispensationalism - Part 2 - Ep. 685 - 4-24-2025

Smith & Rowland weigh in on the Dispensationalism war online and walk through points 11 to 15 of a public critique of dispensational thought. They compare Dispensationalism, covenant theology, reformed views, and replacement theology, while keeping the focus on the gospel and brotherly charity. Key topics include the meaning of “rightly divide” in 2 Timothy 2:15, why they trust the King James Bible, old covenant vs new covenant distinctions, the work of the Holy Spirit before and after Pentecost, cessationism claims, and how many dispensations the Bible presents. Helpful pictures include the blueprint and mail analogies, showing why some truths are for our learning while others are for direct obedience.

Listen in for a clear, Scripture-first approach to a heated debate, and why the storyline of the Bible sets the structure rather than charts or labels.

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The War Against Dispensationalism - Part 1 - Ep. 684 - 4-23-2025

Is Dispensationalism new or rooted in the early church? In this episode, Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland go point by point through a circulating “95 Theses” against Dispensationalism, testing each claim with Scripture. Topics include literal interpretation vs allegory, church and Israel distinctions, the millennium, rapture vs second coming, judgments, covenants, and the role of creeds. Expect a clear, Bible-first review and a frank debate that pushes past confusion and fights the war of ideas with facts.

Watch, take notes, then weigh in. What did the writers get right, and where did they miss the text?

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Dispensationalism: Not The Booger You Think - Ep. 683 - 4-22-2025

Smith and Rowland tackle the Dispensationalism debate head on. Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland walk through Peter and Paul, Acts 2, Acts 9, and the council in Acts 15, and explain the gospel of the kingdom versus the gospel of grace. They outline why words matter, how the mystery of the church unfolds in scripture, and why Israel’s role is not replaced. They also address media claims tying Dispensationalism to U.S. foreign policy, and the wider war of ideas over the return of Christ and God’s plan for Israel.

Watch to sharpen your doctrine, know what time it is, and strengthen confidence in the word of God.

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Dispensationalism: Understanding The Word of God - Ep. 682 - 4-20-2025

Resurrection Sunday, real testimonies, and why praise changes the room. Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland talk Easter debates, Passover critics, and the witness of women at the empty tomb. Then they move to Daniel 10, principalities over nations, and why caring for your land matters to people of God. The conversation tracks four 490-year spans in the Bible, prophetic intervals, and why Dispensationalism treats Israel’s timeline as literal. They address replacement theology with Revelation 2:9 and 3:9, and urge the church to brag on Jesus, pray, and stay the course.

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Dispensationalism: Recovery of God's Word - Ep. 681 - 4-15-2025

What does the Bible actually teach about Dispensationalism, prophecy, and the rapture? In this episode of the Smith and Rowland Show, Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland dig into how doctrine should start with the inerrant word of God, not with labels. They compare Dispensationalism and covenant theology, address the “carnal Christian” debate, and explain why a literal reading of prophecy points to Israel’s return as a nation. You’ll hear historical notes from the Reformers and Puritans on the rapture, a critique of allegory and replacement theology, and a call to hold fast to Scripture with honesty and care.

Share your thoughts in the comments. Do you read end-times texts literally or symbolically, and why?

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Dispensationalism: The Guardian of The Word of God - Ep. 680 - 4-14-2025

Alan Smith and Jeff Rowland tackle the online war over Dispensationalism, the church, Israel, and the inerrant Bible.

This episode lays out why the real fight is not Dispensationalism vs Covenant Theology, but confidence in the words God gave. We press the case for a literal reading of Scripture, the difference between Israel and the church, and the hope of Christ’s return. We also address common attacks from academia, replacement theology, and confusion over the rapture. If you care about the authority of the Bible and how to handle it, this will steady your footing.

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