In Episode 101 of the It Stands Written podcast, Justin, Braden and Ernest are joined by first-time guest Ty Erickson for a conversation that's both grounding and thought-provoking. The team tackles a question that trips up new and longtime believers alike: Why do Christians disagree about things? From church splits and denominational differences to competing interpretations of baptism, eschatology, and the role of Scripture, they unpack why disagreement exists — and why not all disagreements are created equal. Central to the discussion is the critical distinction between primary doctrines (those essential to salvation, like the resurrection, the Trinity, the virgin birth, and justification by faith alone) and secondary doctrines where sincere Christians can differ without dividing over the gospel. Drawing on the Nicene Creed, Jesus's high priestly prayer in John 17, and passages from Romans, 1 Corinthians, and Luke 16, the guys make a compelling case that a divided church undermines the gospel witness — but that unity must never come at the expense of truth. Whether you're navigating church hurt, confused by denominational labels, or just trying to figure out what you're actually supposed to believe, this episode gives you a clear framework for holding convictions with both confidence and humility.

Verses Mentioned:

• John 3:16
• John 6:66-68
• John 8
• John 11:35
• John 17
• John 21
• Luke 16
• Matthew 28
• Acts 2:38, 41
• Romans 10
• 1 Corinthians 15:3
• 2 Corinthians 5:21
• Ephesians 2:8-9
• James
• 1 John 4
• 2 Peter 3:16
• Daniel
• Revelation
• Deuteronomy

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