206. Steven Gill – Bible Translations, Teaching & the Oneness of God

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In this episode of The Hacka Podcast, I sit down with Steven Gill — author, theologian, and teacher at Indiana Bible College. From a childhood in small-town Indiana to becoming a trusted voice in Apostolic theology, Steven shares his journey of faith, character development, and calling to teach.

We dive deep into:

Why the oneness of God is central to the entire Bible.
How modern Bible translations can subtly shift doctrine.
The need for more Pentecostal writers and teachers in today’s church.
Steven’s story of going from just three books on doctrine to building a library of 800+.
Practical advice for young ministers who feel called to teach or write.

This is a rich, thoughtful conversation for anyone who cares about Scripture, doctrine, and raising up the next generation of Apostolic voices.

10 Key Takeaways

God’s Self-Disclosure in Christ – Jesus is not “God the Son” but God manifest in flesh, reconciling the world to Himself.
All Scripture Testifies of One God – There are no “Trinitarian verses” vs. “Oneness verses.” The whole Bible reveals God’s oneness.
Character Before Calling – Being a good man comes before being a good minister.
Books Spark Growth – Steven’s journey began with Bernard’s History of Christian Doctrine and grew into a lifelong passion for study.
Teaching is a Ministry – Apostolic ministry is more than preaching; teaching and writing are vital.
Translation Matters – Words like “begotten” in John 3:16 shape entire doctrines. Modern translations often remove these key terms.
Beware of Theological Inclusions – Versions like the ESV or NASB sometimes add theological bias into the text (e.g., “their wrath” vs. “his wrath” in Revelation 6).
KJV’s Reliability – The King James Version, based on the Masoretic Text and Received Text, remains the most faithful English translation.
Understanding Sonship – The debate isn’t about whether Jesus is God, but about understanding His role as the perfect man submitted to the Father.
Writing Builds the Future – Apostolic voices must publish widely, not just preach, to shape generations.

Scripture References

Oneness of God

Deuteronomy 6:4 – “Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is one Lord.”
Colossians 2:8–9 – The fullness of the Godhead dwells in Christ.
John 1:14 – The Word became flesh.
Romans 8:9–11 – Spirit of God, Spirit of Christ, and Christ in you.
Ephesians 4:4–10, 11–13 – One body, one Spirit, one Lord.

On Sonship & Submission

Romans 5:10–19 – Obedience of one man made many righteous.
John 17:5 – “Glorify me with the glory I had with thee…”
Matthew 26:39 – “Not my will, but thine be done.”

Translation Issues Highlighted

John 3:16 & 18 – “Only begotten Son” vs. “One and only Son.”
2 Samuel 21:19 – Contradiction in NASB regarding who killed Goliath.
1 Corinthians 15:47 – “The second man is the Lord from heaven” omitted in some translations.
Revelation 6:16–17 – “His wrath” changed to “their wrath.”

Practical Advice for Readers

Start reading, then write. Reading develops both your theology and your writing voice.
Don’t fear mistakes. Growth in writing and teaching means your earlier works will look different from your later ones — that’s good.
Think long-term. Like Bernard, Gill reminds us that today’s young writers may shape tomorrow’s church.

Resources from Steven Gill

Final Thought

Steven Gill challenges us to see the oneness of God not as a debate, but as the heartbeat of the entire Bible. His story also reminds us that the church desperately needs teachers and writers who will faithfully handle the Word of God and leave a written legacy for the generations to come.

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