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Yes, Doubting Thomas, the Shroud of Turin is Authentic

The Shroud of Turin is a large piece of ancient linen, about 14 feet long and 3½ feet wide. On it is a faint image of a man who was whipped, crowned with thorns, crucified, and pierced in the side. The bloodstains and wounds match exactly what the Gospels describe about Jesus’ crucifixion. What makes the Shroud unique is that the image is not painted or drawn - it’s only on the very top fibers of the cloth, like a photograph burned in by light. When the cloth is viewed as a photographic negative, the image suddenly becomes clear and detailed, even showing 3D information. In 1978, STURP (Shroud of Turin Research Project), with a team of about 30 American scientists from various disciplines (physics, chemistry, engineering, medicine, and more) traveled to Turin, Italy, to study the Shroud of Turin directly for the first time with modern scientific equipment. Over a five-day period in October 1978, they performed non-destructive tests -including photography, spectroscopy,...

What Happens Next is Available Again

Past prophecies fulfilled, present signs revealed, and the future foretold. What Happens Next? shows how God’s Word proves true. History’s most important events were foretold thousands of years in advance, and their accuracy can be measured. In What Happens Next? DL Kennedy explores Bible prophecy with clarity, urgency, and respect for Scripture. From the rebirth of Israel to global upheavals shaking our present world, this book traces fulfilled prophecies, today’s unfolding signs, and what lies just ahead. Kennedy does not shy away from difficult questions: How do we know prophecy is real? What role do Bible Codes and statistical odds play in confirming God’s Word? Can we separate Biblical truth from false predictions and sensationalism? With insights drawn from years of research and writing, Kennedy groups the prophecies into a compelling narrative that makes sense of past, present, and future. Whether you are a skeptic searching for evidence or a believer longing for encouragement...

The Great and Powerful "I Convinced" of Calvin Smith!

I've been following the recent trend of Christians using LLMs in new and creative ways. One of the first people I saw doing this successfully was Richard at Tripe and What Not . His interviews with LLMs were groundbreaking, and his prompts to strip away bias filters were, in my opinion, the spark that got this whole ball rolling. I never saw any videos using that tactic before Richard's videos. Richard has posted those brilliant interviews at YouTube on his  Tripe and What Not  channel and on Jeff Taylor's channel as well. If you want to watch them, they are the first two videos in my channel's playlist,  Christian Documentaries, Films, and Lectures . I highly recommend both. Great ideas stand taller when humility holds them up. Richard succeeded at that. Calvin Smith?   Because Richard seems to have invented the idea of removing bias filters, I believe it's important to give credit where it's due. If someone else builds on Richard's idea, I think they sho...

Yes, Doubting Thomas, the rapture is encoded in Malachi 3

I had asked ChatGPT 4 to calculate a p-value for the rapture code that I found in Malachi 3:16-18 last September. The probability of the code appearing by chance was in the 1 in 1000 to 1 in 1 in 2000 range according to ChatGPT 4. I asked ChatGPT 5 to calculate a p-value yesterday, August 15, 2025, and here is part of that conversation.  I will provide a link to the full conversation at the end of this post. I have also included the updated YouTube video about this code at the end of this post.  Here are the verses:  Malachi 3:16-18 (NKJV)  A Book of Remembrance Then those who feared the LORD spoke to one another, And the LORD listened and heard them; So a book of remembrance was written before Him For those who fear the LORD And who meditate on His name. “They shall be Mine,” says the LORD of hosts, “On the day that I make them My jewels. And I will spare them As a man spares his own son who serves him.” Then you shall again discern Between the righteous and the wic...

When “Dr.” Doesn’t Mean Doctor: The Problem with Titles in Christian Ministry

In academic and professional settings, the title “Doctor” is reserved for individuals who have completed rigorous doctoral-level study and research at accredited institutions. However, in some Christian ministry circles, the use of the title “Dr.” has become widespread, even among those whose degrees are honorary, unaccredited, or self-styled. This can create confusion and undermine trust, especially when spiritual teaching is involved.  The Bible calls believers to honesty and integrity (Ephesians 4:25; Proverbs 12:22). Claiming credentials one does not legitimately hold is inconsistent with these values. This post examines several prominent Christian leaders whose use of the title “Dr.” has raised questions about academic legitimacy and transparency. Understanding Doctorates Earned Doctorates These involve formal coursework, comprehensive exams, original research, and dissertation defense at regionally or nationally accredited institutions. Examples include Ph.D., Th.D., D.Min., ...