Forgiveness sounds simple—until you actually have to do it. This episode will unpack why our culture gets forgiveness wrong, why it’s so hard for us personally, and how the cross reshapes everything. If you’ve ever wrestled with letting go, this conversation might be the doorway to real freedom. Resources: Forgive: Why Should I and How…
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It can be very difficult to ascertain a single plotline in a book as large as the Bible. But there is one. In this “out of the box” episode, you'll hear the story of the Bible in 15 minutes.
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A former Hollywood actor recently made a splash, sort of, in the Christian digital world when he announced his support for “annihilationism.” It's a word many are likely unfamiliar with. So what is this view? And does it make sense of the biblical witness? Resources: Hell Under Fire: Modern Scholarship Reinvents Eternal Punishment – Christopher W….
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Don't human beings have to have free will in order for love to be authentic? What role does God have in securing the love of his creatures? Welcome to a big, deep topic. Resources: God Reforms Hearts: Rethinking Free Will and the Problem of Evil – Thaddeus Williams
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More than one billion people around the world speak English as a second language. But they don't speak it well and live in cultures where information is passed along orally. So how do we get God's Word into their minds and hearts? Special guest Ian Bultman will help explain that and how you are or…
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It has a complicated history, but knowing something about feminism's ideological genealogy is important to discerning its usefulness to the Christian life. This episode will provide a brief overview of feminism's history and some pastoral reflections on its foundations. Resources: God's Design for Man and Woman: A Biblical-Theological Survey – Andreas J. Kostenberger & Margaret…
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The reliability of the Bible is contested in every generation. Every generation has to find ways to provide sound reasons for believing its truthfulness. This episode will highlight three reasons the New Testament in particular ought to be believed. Resources: Why I Trust the Bible: Answers to Real Questions and Doubts People Have about the…
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Religious liberty is a “culture war” issue these days. It's often discussed in civics classes, but is it a biblical and theological concept? You might be surprised to find out how many biblical motifs are connected to this subject. Resources: Politics after Christendom: Political Theology in a Fractured World – David VanDrunen Political Church: The Local…
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On September 10, countless cameras captured the shocking and brutal assassination of Charlie Kirk. Though his life was cut short, he left behind noble examples that continue to inspire. For Christians, walking through this tragedy presents an opportunity to learn how to face moments of evil with wisdom and faith.
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Sports aren't just an American phenomenon. They are a global phenomenon. Just consider the popularity of soccer. What are we to make of it? Are they good? Bad? Useful? Should we enjoy them? Or shun them? Resources: The Reason For Sports: A Christian Fanifesto – Ted Kluck
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