Jesus Changes Everything: Recent Episodes
Christopher Mann
Jesus Changes Everything is the daily teaching outreach of Dr. R.C. Sproul, Jr. The show is produced in Fort Wayne, Indiana by Dunamis Fellowship.
Lisa and I consider the prophetess Anna, her faithfulness and her calling. I begin to explain why going Roman Catholic is spiritual suicide. Lessons learned from Jonah's lack of compassion and God's grace. Finally, our calling and honor to reflect God's glory.
Lisa and I conclude our conversation on Mary, the mother of Jesus, praising her faith. I try to answer the unanswerable, why any professing Christian would embrace racism. I consider Jesus' relationship to the sabbth and explore what we can and cannot know about who God is.
Lisa and I begin a discussion of the character of Mary, the mother of Jesus. I offer perspective on the Steve Lawson internet kerfuffle, gossip, forgiveness and repentance. In That 70s Kid we remember some of the weird packaging of our favorite foods, and finally, we consider what prayer actually changes.
Lisa and I give thanks for the example of Elizabeth, John the Baptist's faithful mother. I consider the judgment of God on those who profess Christ but profane fellow believers. And, I argue that every sermon ought to be about Jesus because every text is about Jesus.
Lisa and I celebrate God's grace in the story of Gomer, remembering our dependence on Him. I consider the worldwide popularity of soccer as we end our World Cup journey. In Prophets I speak about Obadiah's message to the Edomites and to His people. Finally, why we ought to pray without fear.
I consider how we have fallen so short of our national ideals on the occassion of our 250th birthday. I remind us not to celebrate the fall of our enemies, but to love them. I offer up birthday requests for our listeners. And we ask that God would give us mouths that speak and ears to hear preaching with authority.
Lisa and I discuss the person and book of Esther, seeing her and its beauty. I consider the courage of baseball heroes pushing back against the homosexual agenda. Plus, Jesus pronounces judgment on unrepentant cities, and our shame in being ashamed of God.
I consider our calling to raise our children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord, praising my wife for her diligence. I explain why women preaching is a problem with understanding preaching more than understanding men and women. I remember polyster uniforms, concrete bowls and artificial turf from 70s baseball. Finally, why Paul's introductions matter and should not be overlooked.
Lisa and I discuss God's prophet, Huldah, and her role in Josiah's revival. I explore how no one really believes that there are no truths, and no right and wrong. In our Good News segment we explore John's question to Jesus, "Are You the One?" and delight in our standing as greater than John. Finally, we explain what fools we are to think we can influence the world through our worldly successes.
Lisa and I discuss the life of Jezebel and God's grace. I consider the shame that drives Pride Month, remember going to the pool as a kid and unpack Augustine's wise counsel, "Love God, and do as you please."
Lisa and I discuss the strength of character and the courage of Jehosheba in II Kings 11. Plus, how long will the American Empire stand? A ministry update, including info on my health and finally, how we all fall prey to legalism.
Lisa and I have a nuanced conversation on Bathsheba. I consider our call to not trust governments when it comes to pandemic news. Plus, Joel's message to God's people in every era and what we can learn from the Greek words ekklesia and kuriake about the nature and calling of the church.
Lisa and I discuss the wisdom and grace exhibited by Abigail in her encounter with David, and how she serves as a model of strong but gentle femininity. Plus, finding a middle ground between boomers and millenials. In Good News we unpack what it means to shake dust off our feet and we conclude by remembering God is the only one worthy of glory in our salvation.
I speak well of my friend David Knight. I consider the dangers of when our friends play fast and loose with the Consitution. I remember how we used to watch movies on television. And understanding irresistible grace.
I conclude my interview with David Knight on his new book, What It Means to Be a Christian. Plus, how we sell outrage on social media, and how all our needs are met in Christ.
I continue my conversation with David Knight on his new book, What Does It Mean to Be a Christian? Plus, how what upsets us shows our warped values, as news of marital infidelity in the sports world raises issues of awards voting. I seek out ministry partners and remember how God is pleased to use crooked sticks like us in order to make straight lines.
Part one of a three part interview with David Knight about his new book What It Means to Be a Christian. Plus, all the nubub over President Trump's meme. Hosea and Gomer from our prophets segment and finally, lessons learned from falling towars.
Lisa and I conclude our conversation on Ruth and Naomi. In a Curating Your Book Library segment I sttrongly commend Tony Reinke's wonderful book, God, Technology and the Christian Life. Plus, Good News considers Jesus noting the workers for the harvest are few, and finally, confess our embarrassment over God's wrath.
Today Lisa and I begin a conversation on God's grace in the lives of Ruth and Naomi. I consider the blessing of persecution in light of Jaden Ivey's release by the Chicago Bulls. I remember weird curricula in schools in the 70s and explore the importance of Paul's epistolary introductions.
Lisa and I discuss the "ministry" of Jael in driving a tent peg into Sisera's head. Plus, the glory of revealing our shame, how we ought to expose our failures to reveal His grace. We seek, once again, ministry partners, and finally, rejoice in the reversal wrought by our Lord's resurrection.
Lisa and I discuss the remarkable prophetess and judge in Isarel, Deborah. I consider the awkwardness of unwritten rules when it comes to paying workers. I give a summary of the ministry and message of the prophet Daniel and conclude by reminding us that we are to look through His good gifts to Him, the Giver.
Lisa and I continue our look at women in the Bible, today exploring the redemption story of Rahab. In light of the war in Iran I remind us how and why the Broken Window Fallacy is indeed a fallacy. Our Good News segment looks at the woman who touched Jesus' cloak and the little girl Jesus raised from the dead. Finally, the destructive reality of ingratitude, in the world and in the church.
Lisa and I discuss the grace in the life of Miriam. I consider the Iran War, Just War Theory and the limits of the Commander-in-Chief. Plus, the flying toys of the 1970s and how Spurgeon was a model of Calvinist fidelity.
Lisa and I speak about our church, Sovereign Grace Fellowship, and our plans for the future. I consider the state of the church in our day, and seek out ministry partners. Finally, how to better see Christ in His bride.
Lisa and I discuss the faith and courage of Moses' mothers. I consider how tariff threats have brought down tariffs, explore the life and minisry of Ezekiel and cover how the hunger for power animates fights among believers.
I give thanks for the manifold blessings of my wife. I consider the need for peace in the face of cultural uncertainty, explore Jesus' teaching on why His disciples did not fast and explain the glory and beaut of the communion of the saints.
Lisa and I discuss Rachel and Leah, drawing insight from our new mom sister ewes. Then, Iran, just war, and "national interests." In That 70s Kid we remember foods we ate then but rarely eat now. Finally, the folly of Israel's failure to finish the job in the Promised Land.
Lisa and I discuss the faith and faithfulness of Rebekah. I give thanks for our latest farm blessings, new born lambs, Lola and Lollipop. I explore the message of Ezekiel and then consider why the doctrine of creation is important, but error on it isn't heresy.
Lisa and I consider the faith of Sarah in her challenging life. I remember the role I played in the greatest play in the history of the NFL. In Good News we look at Matthew's calling as a disciple, and Jesus eating with sinners. Finally, we consider the blessings of revival and the dangers of revivalism.
Lisa and I consider the faith of Noah's wife in the face of a life of challenges. I remind us that our fathers had blind spots, as do we, that rejecting racism isn't worldliness but fidelity to God's Word. I consider various projects for the year and explore the Spirit as the giver of life, and new life.
Lisa and I begin a new series on women in the Bible, considering this week Eve. I apply the folly of consequentialist ethics to just war theory and Venezuela, provide an overview of Jeremiah and remember that Jesus fully died.
Once again we present a short story highlighting the meaning of the gifts we receive each Christmas.
I encourage everyone to read Lisa's new writing projects. I discourage everyone from defending the President's foolish response to the murder of Rob Reiner and his wife. I remember convenience breakfasts of the 70s and explain why unconditional election is certain and true.
Lisa and I conclude our conversation on her beautiful poetry. I consider why we should support the freedom of soldiers and suspect politicians on all sides. Plus, how the faux humility of relativism is arrogance and an affront to the living God. Finally, holiday wishes for you all.
Lisa and I continue our discussion on her astonishing poems celebrating God's grace and the power of snow. I bemoan the generation gap and encourage sharing culture across the generations. I argue we should have been offended when Jesus forgave the paralytic's sins, and remind us all that we have a world to conquer, and that our Hero is always with us.
Lisa and I share and discuss several beautiful poems she wrote on the occasion of the season's first snow. I consider what conservatives are supposed to not do, explore the promises of the Messiah in the second half of Isaiah and consider the wisdom of humility in our knowing.
Lisa and I consider the holiday season in our latter season in life. I rebuke those who would put words in the mouths of the departed, seek friends to come alongside our ministry and celebrate both fasting and feasting with the Lord.
This encore episode from 2020 remembers the hijinks of Halloween from back in the day, and encourages us to find and read Nathaniel Hawthorne's amazing short story, Young Goodman Brown.
I consider the blessing of Lisa on our 9th anniversary. I celebrate, with appropriate cautions, President Trumps mideast triumph. Plus, why God's will is in some ways as bound as our own.
Lisa and I continue our conversation on entering different seasons in life. I expose the comedy of the drama surrounding government shutdowns, pine away for cinnamon Mini-Wheats and encourage us to see each other as our Father sees us, dressed in the righteousness of Christ.
Lisa and I in our Sacred Marriage segment, praise God for the clear gospel presentation at the Charlie Kirk Memorial Service. I consider Pam Bondi's struggles with hate speech. We look at Abraham's late-in-life babies and cook up a recipe for joy.
Lisa and I discuss the assassination of Charlie Kirk and the impact on the culture. I wonder why a person's skin color is relevant in reporting on a crime, cover the question of prophets in the Bible without books of their own and celebrate God's celebration of His glory.
Lisa and I begin a conversation on the changing seasons of life. I consider the awful Sunday in the PCA where a pastor is celebrated while leaving to become Roman Catholic. An introduction to a new segment, examining each of the prophets, and a call for men to be men inside and outside the church.
In this classic episode we define what we mean by extremism, its dangers and delights. Plus, what are those safe places of worldliness that have found a home in the church?
This classic episode begins with defining and defending isolationist foreign policy, moves to an exposition on the blessings of being my father's son, and concludes with counsel on how to write well.
Lisa and I, in this classic episode, speak what should be obvious but is too often missed, the vital importance of not speaking ill of our spouse with others.
Today's classic episode from 2020 includes the story of my first trip to the golf course with my father. WE also consider the thief on the cross and the call to clean up our ethics.
In this classic episode from 2021, we consider what Roman Catholicism means by "ex cathedra." Plus, we ask, and seek to answer, what do we need to know.
In thi classic epiode we consider as our "ism" plagiarism and why it matters. Plus, the confidence that drives youth and the best way of defining disciples.
In this classic episode I consider the folly of reductionism, and the impossibility of reducing reality down to one thing. I give thanks for forever friend Ted Bell and reveal the real me.
This classic episode includes an "ism" segment on anarchism, part seven of our series on the defining qualities of love and an expose of our evangelical delusions.
Lisa and I continue our conversation on grandparenting. I consider the baleful ubiquity of psy-ops, and encourage more uncertainty. We look at Jacob's blessing over Joseph, the woman who touched Jesus' cloak, and why it would be wrong for God not to be filled with pride.
Lisa and I begin a conversation on the blessings and challenges of grandparenting. I consider how the former president's cognitive failures are mirrored in our own. We look at Jacob's blessing of his two grandsons, Ephraim and Manassah. Finally, we consider how BF Skinner's behaviorism is absurd in itself.
Lisa shares lessons learned from watching Job's wife in the midst of Job's ordeals. I consider the dangers of anonymous social media accounts in light of the latest from G3. Israel settles in the land of Goshen; Abraham buys a burial plot for Sarah and how worship should be a party.
Lisa and I conclude our conversation on praying with and for one another. I gently consider the faux pas of the G3 conferences VIP experience. Jacob and the family make their way to Goshen and the importance of recognizing the context of evangelism doesn't change- it's about sinners being reconciled to the living God.
Lisa and I continue our discussion on praying with and for each other. I give my two cents explaining Shedeur Sanders plight in the NFL draft. We consider Joseph's revealing himself to his brothers, the little dab we needed back in the day and the fierceness of our warrior God.
I devote time to considering how Christians should look at Roman Catholics, and why our asssumption that it's just another denomination is skewed. Joseph's warts in Egypt, Jesus' defense of feasting and a lesson on the history and legality of federal welfare programs.
Lisa and I continue our conversation on praying for one another. I consider how we must fight the Lord's battles the Lord's way in our culture wars. We remember Joseph feasting with his brothers, seek ministry partners and rejoice that our Lord reigns and is coming again in power and glory.
Lisa and I begin a new series on prayer, highlighting the importance of praying together. I consider the bubble that is the stock market. We look at Jacob and his sons dealing with Jospeh's tricks, Abraham and Isaac on Mount Moriah and the blessings of liberty.
Lisa and I speak well of speaking well. I explore what it means that an elder must be above reproach. Finally, I remember Disney's spate of live action kid comedy films of the 1970s.
Lisa and I discuss how the tongue can build up others when used rightly, giving encouragement and wisdom from the Word. I explore the meaning of renewing our minds. We consider Joseph's brothers acknowledging that they are in trouble because of their sin against Joseph. Plus, the fullness of Abraham's children.
Lisa and I continue our conversation on sins of the tongue, today looking at slander. I explore how we have lost our minds in our discourse, and how we might find them again. We look at Joseph's first reunion with his brothers, and the temptations to listen to the voices of others, whether they are cheering or jeering us on.
Lisa and I continue our discussion on sins of the tongue, covering today backbiting. I explain why in vitro fertilization is both alike and different from abortion, explore Joseph feeding those in need and examine our call to love the Giver of every good gift, and not just the gifts.
Lisa and I continue our series on the sins of the tongue, looking today at excessive words. I consider the limits of war and the value of human life. We examine how Joseph is a type of Christ, how Abraham should have asked God before making a treaty with the Philistines. Finally, the folly of our hunger for fame.
Lisa and I begin a new series on the sins of the tongue, today the lying tongue. I defend my view that DOGE rebates are unwise, and my conservative bona fides. We consider Pharoah's dreams and the great miracle the paralytic recieved. Finally, we look at the God of our Fathers.
Lisa and I conclude our conversation on spiritual mothering. I consider how much leftist thinking permeates the dissident right. We admire the patience of Joseph as he undergoes trials. We remember the CB craze of the 70s and consider our calling to reflect the glory of God.
Lisa and I continue our conversation on spiritual mothering. I consider how helpless the church becomes when it follows the whims of the world, explore Joseph's response to Potiphar's wife, seek out ministry partners and consider the good and the bad of conviction and compromise.
Lisa and I continue to discuss the blessings of spiritual mothers. I warn of the dangers of tariffs and the folly of trade deficits, remember God's promises to Hagar for Ishmael and consider what it means to be a child at 59 years old.
Lisa and I start a new subseries discussing the beauty of spiritual mothering. I caution about President Trumps many Executive Orders, unpack Tamar's revenge against Judah, recount the sending of the demons into the swine and contemplate the mystery of mothering the Messiah.
Lisa and I consider the wisdom of looking forward as God promises new beginnings. I seek to temper expectations for the Trump presidency. We look at parallels between Joseph and Jesus and we expose the folly of seeing Jesus as a means to any end.
This encore presentation considers the story of Elisha and the bears who ate his mockers. It explores how our gathering for worship is a taste of heaven and remembers that great hero, Shannon Sproul.
An encore presentation considering the economic principle of opportunity cost. Plus, an ode to snow skiing and a celebration of God's grace.
In this encoure presentation we look at the fourth of the seven churches in Asia, explore the informal fallcy known as Bulverism and share a story that reminds us of the meaning of Christmas presents.
I give thanks for a godly man who prayed and changed my life, explore the meaning and defend the doctrine of Limited Atonement and introduce Pastor Pinhead, and the education he received.
In this repeat performance we consider the glory that God is intimate, near to us. We likewise look at the reality and limits to corporate guilt, and finally encourage the reading of Ray Bradbury's classic, The Illustrated Man.
A classic holiday episode of the JCE podcast looks at the value and importance of holidays, remembers a hero you never heard of and gives thanks for our listeners.
I give thanks for 8 years with Lisa. I explore the destructiveness of tariffs. In Month of Sundays we look at Jacob favoring Joseph; in In the Beginning we consider God opening Sarah's womb. And finally, we explore the folly of turning Jesus into a means.
I give my two cents on the election and what it means for our future. Plus, I see in Jacob's reunion with Esau Christ's grace toward us. We consider Jesus commanding the wind and the waves to obey and how studying God's sovereignty is profoundly practical for believers.
I consider the importance of repentance and forgiveness in marriage, encourage us to rest in Christ's reign in the coming days of unrest, ponder the sins of Jacob, Laban and Rachel as they separate, recount the ministry we've accomplished this year and remember our call to steward God's creation.
Lisa and I conclude our series on perseverence in the face of trials. I consider the scariest thing about the promises made by both presidential candidates, Laban getting outsmarted by Jacob, the free wheeling 70s and the dreaded dangers of JARTs, plus, what is necessary for true gospel unity.
I give thanks for eight years of marriage to Lisa. I bemoan a world without reason, where affirmations need no evidence, puzzle over Rachel and Leah bartering over Jacob, see Abraham repeat an earlier sin and rejoice over the immutability of God.
Lisa and I discuss persevering through gossip. I affirm that hurricanes are controlled, puzzle over Jacob's marriage to Leah and Jesus' comment that we should let the dead bury the dead. We conclude by comparing and contrasting the Greek notion of fate, and the Biblical affirmation of God's absolute sovereignty.
Lisa and I begin our conversation on persevering in marriage. I make my argument against Pete Rose, while affirming my admiration of him, consider the parallels between Isaac's and Jacob's courtships, and Jesus securing His bride and consider how Michaelangelo got David right, and where he got him wrong.
Lisa and I discuss our call to persevere in marriage even in hardship. I consider all we don't need to consider in the face of a scandal, Jacob's meeting with God, kid's conveyances of the 70s and the foolishness of the devil.
I praise Lisa for beautifying our home, and encourage others to do the same. I consider how lies have consequences in the public square, Jacob receiving another blessing from Isaac, the consequences of Lot's failures and the devil's bargain with relativism.
Lisa and I glean lessons from another season of farming. Remembering James Earl Jones, baseball and Field of Dreams. Month of Sundays looks at Isaac and Esau after the sting. Good News reminds us of the cost of discipleship and finally, the humiliation and exaltation of Jesus.
Lisa and I discuss Sovereign Grace Fellowships new meeting place, and upcoming Dunamis events. I consider how Democratic policy points destroy democracy, the difficulty of Rebekah's and Jacob's deciet toward Isaac, how the feds over reached in the 70s and our dystopian life in a Brave New World.
mWe conclude our conversation with former astrologer Marcia Montenegro. I argue the vice-president is just a puppet, look at Sarah and Sodom, encourage prayer and more.
I continue to visit with ex-astrolger Marcia Montenegro, discussing the enneagram. I weigh in on the Olympic opening ceremonies, Esau's expensive dinner and our call to love wisdom, as God defines it.
I consider the destructive power of discouragement, and how humiltiy and gratitude put it to death. I puzzle over the "firing" of Brent Leatherwood and his reinstatement. I give a lesson on not confusing biblical history with biblical teaching, and explore Jesus taking on our informities. Finally, I remember that the age of an idea tells us little of its truth value.
I give thanks for words of encouragement. I consider the shocking aftermath of the attempt on former President Trump's life. We look at Rebekah and her unborn twins, and God's sovereignty. I remember going to the "pool" as a kid, and consider the foolishness of the devil.
Lisa and I continue our conversation with Marcia Montenegro, former astrologer, now believer warning others. I consider the shameless lying of mainstream media, the beauty of Isaac and Rebekah's first meeting, the satanic folly of relativism and the plans God has for our ministry.
Lisa and I welcome Marsha Montenegro, former astrologist to talk about Jesus. I consider the presidential debate and the Supreme's immunity decision, give thanks for Sarah celebrating God's marital gift, remember Rebekah's choice to leave home and warn about the dangers of standing.
Lisa and I continue our discussion on our plans to help churches and ministries be connected. I consider how Pride has not only become a religion, but a established one at that. We look at the fleece put out for Isaac's wife and consider how worldly theories of interpretation flow out of our own sinful ways of handling God's Word.
I encourage the use of encouraging words and encourage balance in dealing with celebrities coming to faith in Jesus. We look at Abraham sending for a bride for Isaac, Jesus teaching with authority, and the real, overlooked biblical end to history.
Lisa and I discuss our ministry to the discarded. I remind us that the climate change alarmists are knowing liars seeking control, explain why the story of Abraham buying Sarah's burial plot is in the Bible, remember how almost all fruit once had seeds and answer the question, is Christianity a religion or a relationship?
I give honor to Lisa for her faithful service to others, especially family. I try to understand why those who hated the unvaccinated have no remorse. How the ram in the thicket shows us Jesus, sharing the gospel far and wide and why even the truth we learn from conservative media may not be so healthy for our souls.
Lisa and I conclude our conversation with Doreen Virtue, expert on New Age tactics. I consider the wicked decision of the United Methodists, the command that Abraham not harm Isaac, why Abraham was commanded to circumcise his slaves and why Jesus is not a crutch for me, or anyone.
Lisa and I continue our conversation with Doreen Virtue on New Age thinking. I consider the tradition of student unrest in America, Abraham's claim that he and Isaac would return from Moriah, Jesus call to us to obey His words, building our lives on the rock, and my all too real Inner Pharisee.
Lisa and I continue our conversation with Doreen Virtue, rescued from the New Age. I call for Nuremberg trials over COVID. Month of Sundays considers God's call to Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, That 70s Kid remembers cut-offs and tube socks and we offer a warning about distractions.
Lisa and I are joined by Doreen Virtue, former new age guru, rescued by the Lord. I consider the strange bedfellows joined together against Israel, Abraham's second run-in with Abimelech, seek our ministry partners and consider how easy and deadly it is to complicate the simple gospel.
Lisa and I conclude our conversation on grace in marriage. I describe my experience with angry young men. Hagar is sad and lonely, again, God renames Abram and the goodness and danger of "getting grace."
Lisa and I continue to discuss the importance of grace in marriage. I consider how the internet has weakened our communication, the birth of Isaac, Jesus' warning to those who cry out "Lord, Lord," and finally answer the question- will there be sin in heaven?
Lisa and I discuss the importance of grace in marriage. I explain the horror of the national debt, the follow of Abraham lying about Sarah, again. I look back to 1979, minus the 45 years between then and 1934, and celebrate the power of God's glory.
Lisa and I consider the weight of wedding vows. I suppest that calling everything an "op" changes nothing, explore the roots of the Cananites, seek ministry partners and ask and answer, which English Bible is best?
Lisa and I continue our conversation on the roots of marital woes. Why the left loves to cast conservatives as dangerous extremists. The bizarre sin of Lot's daughters, the wisdom of Hagar in calling God, "The God Who Sees" and why Christians should be the most cheerful of all.
Lisa and I discuss some of the ways marriages can get off track. Plus, Alabama's shameful abandoning the tiniest of babies, Lot's wife, wolves and sheep and how James and Paul are on the same page on justification.
Lisa and I conclude our conversation with cancer survivor Chris Wark. I consider the evil of a judge striking down a man's agreed upon wages, Lot's sons-in-law in crisis, my school lunches from back in the day and the heart of the matter, forgiveness.
Lisa and I continue our conversation with Chris Wark, cancer survivor. Plus, how to vote while holding your nose, being salt and light in a doomed culture, labors behind the scenes and why verdicts demand evidence.
Lisa and I interview Chris Wark who beat cancer by eating well. I explain how the hunger for man's approval is a snare, as evidenced in Alistair Begg's bad counsel, explore the importance of remnants, and look at Sarah's negative reaction to the outworking of her plan. Finally, we remember that it is all always good.
I give thanks for my beloved wife Lisa. I consider how prosecutorial and sentencing leeway can easily become political weapons. Why Sarah laughed, and why the gate is narrow. Finally, remembering we are the miserable.
I ask Lisa about the importance of wives encouraging husbands. I answer the question- does God care, and did He decide who wins the Super Bowl? That 70s Kid remembers the search for warm snow boots and I explore my reasons for writing.
Lisa and I talk about the need to encourage women in hardships. I warn against those warning against Christians being politically active. In Month of Sundays we look at God giving Abram and Sarai new names. We seek supporters for our new youtube venture, and finally, do we turn the other cheek, or put the shoe on the other foot?
Lisa and I continue discussing our new youtube channel, Going Homesteady. I consider the implications of the showdown between Texas and the federal government, give thanks that God sees us, rebuke our penchant for trying to do God's will our way ans remember the blessings of His love for us.
Lisa and I explain our new youtube channel, Going Homesteady. I consider the folly of bureacrats making legal judgments without trials, the foolish pragmatism of Abram and Sarai, the loving kindness of our heavenly Father and weigh in on where souls come from.
Lisa and I talk about her blog's purpose and reach. I consider all we don't know from the release of Epstein's lisr, and what we learn from God cutting covenant with Abraham. I remember variety TV shows from the 70s and make not of the last time the United States went to war, in 1941.
Lisa and I discuss New Year's Resolutions. I resolve not to believe election year promises. We remember the faith of Abram, and God's promise that His descendants would be like the stars of the sky. Finally, is it a sin to be rich?
Lisa and I discuss the blessings of Christmas gifts. I consider the blockbuster creepy movie, Leave the World Behind, seek out ministry partners, remember Melchizadek in our Month of Sundays segment and ponder the glory of God in a manger.
Lisa and I discuss the blessings of advent season. I consider the evangelical traitors who lent their credibility to Rob Reiner's new movie. We look at Lot being swept up in his neighbors' war and finally, I share a story the reveals the spirit of Christmas presents.
Lisa and I celebrate God having planned all our days. I complain that the MSM is ignoring the President's cognitive impairment, consider Abram and Lot dividing the land, give thanks for God swearing by Himself in making covenant with Abram and remember that we live our lives before the face of God.
Lisa and I discuss Psalm 139:16. I wonder why no one is talking about Joe Biden's lack of acuity. We learn from Abram and Lot dividing the land, from Abram in Egypt and more.
Lisa and I discuss Psalm 64:10. I bemoan Hollywood's propoganda barrage, look at Abram's visit to Egypt, Jesus on judging not and consider the value of hard times.
Lisa and I consider the wisdom of Psalm 64:10. I encourage us to be thankful all year round and consider Abram's life as a pilgrim in the Promised Land. Our That 70s Kid segment remembers some of the forgotten foods of the 70s. And finally, are we in store for a seismic cultural shift?
Lisa and I discuss God's blessing on Job at the end of his life. I consider how Ohio's constitutional amendment enshrining abortion came to be. We remember Abram's faith in going when God called him. We remember God's faithfulness to Abram in the stars and we unpack the Kenotic Hymn and what it means for the deity of Christ.
Lisa and I conclude our conversation on the three cardinal virtues. I consider who won the election of 2020, remember the story from Shem to Abram, remind us to seek first God's kingdom and defend the inerrancy of nature. Yes, nature.
Lisa and I talk about the importance of truth in a marriage. I consider the folly of governments building temples of worship, the journey from Shem to Abram, the usefulness of brown paper sacks from back in the day, and encourage us to fight the good fight.
Lisa and I discuss the importance of goodness in a marriage. I consider the dangers of foreign entanglements, look at God's confusing language at Babel, Abram's War and give counsel on what questions we ought to ask before we post.
Lisa and I begin a new series on ethics. Plus, the folly of thinking conspirators are scrupulous, God coming down to Babel, the birds of the field, and the immeasurable scope of His grace, and its call for our gratitude.
I celebrate Lisa's success and diligence as a Proverbs 31 woman, consider the removal of Kevin MacCarthy from the Speaker's chair, see the image of God at Babel and ask the question, should we be celebrating Jewish feasts?
Lisa and I discuss husbands and wives discussing the Biblle. I critique Shutdown Theater, when the government pretends to embrace fiscal sanity. I consider the life of Nimrod, Abram as a wanderer in his own land, and our call to seek wisdom.
Lisa and I discuss her good work encouraging ladies on social media. Why Sean Hannity's pitch for AM radio is fascist, how Noah's geneology reminds us of important truths, the weariness the comes with serving two masters, plus, why the western world's worldview is both arrogant and humiliated.
Lisa and I discuss how confidence in His sovereignty should create confidence He is near. I consider false prophets, Noah and Ham, Detroit's little cars of the 70s and give counsel on how to talk to atheists.
Lisa and I consider how God's sovereignty comforts us in hard times. I offer sympathy for the Jet's hard times and remember Jesus never fails. I give thanks for God's rainbow ad reflect on the wise prayer of my wife, asking God for mighty tenderness.
Lisa and I contiue our discussion on God's sovereignty and marriage. I explain how cynicism destroyed the Soviet Union and is destroying the US. Month of Sundays looks at God's gift of uniformity. Good News consider the eye as the lamp of the body and I give 5 reasons bloggers use lists.
Lisa and I discuss how embracing God's sovereignty impacts our marriage. I warn of dangerous days ahead in our culture. I explore what Noah might have felt on leaving the ark, remember NFL quarterbacks whose career twilights reached me and finally, the blessing of being a free slave.
Lisa and I continue to discuss her success gardening, focusing on cooking and canning. I bemoan Reformed turf wars past and present. We consider the long process of Noah getting to dry ground, Jesus' admonition to seek heavenly treasures and how I am a slave, and that's a good thing.
Lisa and I continue to discuss her successful gardening project. I explore the arguments that running backs are underpaid. I remember visiting the Grand Canyon, God's Graveyard. I explore Abram's lie to Pharoah. Finally, under what circumstances is revolution justified?
Lisa and I begin a conversation on the blessings of her garden. We consider our call to patience awaiting His justice. We explore the meaning of God shutting the ark's door, remember weird toys of the 70s and confess that Christ has died, Christ is risen and Christ will come again.
Lisa and I wrap up our discussion on the 10 Commandments. I consider how quickly we forget today's atrocities. In Month of Sundays we remember our collective guilt before the flood. In In the Beginning we walk Abram's Land. And finally, should Christians boycott?
Lisa and I consider the 10th Commandment. I warn against giving heed to alarmist reports, remember the evil line of Cain, explore Jesus' warning against fasting for show and more.
Lisa and I discuss the 9th commandment and its application to marriage. I explore recent disputes over the ordaining of women to gospel ministry, remember the blessings of the godly line of Seth, bemoan our weak sauce 70s fireworks and give thanks for spiritual growth.
Lisa and I discuss the 8th commandment. Plus, our foolish electoral prognostications, how God's people began to worship, God's call to Abram and our abysmal ecclesiology.
Lisa and I talk about the 7th commandment. Plus, why the Supreme Court shouldn't have overturned affirmative action. How sin spread from Adam and Eve. Jesus teaches us to pray and more.
Lisa and I discuss the 6th commandment. I argue those claiming books are banned in the US are the guilty ones, give thanks for God's gift of covering our nakedness, remember Highlights magazine and consider the work of devils in the church.
Lisa and I discuss the 5th commandment. I consider the anti-gay laws recently passed in Uganda. I give thanks that after the fall the dominion mandate abides, and consider Shem's descendents. Finally, I reveal what most concerns me about my ideological friends.
I thank Lisa for helping me to be a better dad. I affirm that affirming gender is not what the sexually confused think it is, give thanks for God's grace in Eden, explore Jesus' command to not let our right hand know what our left is doing and our call to be Christ to one another.
I give thanks for the many ways Lisa blesses me and others. I suggest that those in power continue to test how much nonsense we'll swallow. I remember "Opie shirts," consider the folly of Adam and Eve and remember that whatever circumstance we are in, we are called to fidelity.
Lisa and I discuss the fourth commandment. I explore the horror of war, finish our look at the Tower of Babel, explain the scope of our sinfulness and read a letter from one demon to another.
Lisa and I consider the 3rd commandment and its relation to marriage. I look at the fascism of the left, Jesus' command to love our enemies, the first mention of the devil in the Bible and the right and wrong way to contextualize missions.
Lisa and I discuss the 2nd commandment. I consider the pros and cons of Christian nationalism, remember God's grace in creation, look back at bikes of the 70s, and unpack what we and the Reformers meant by that slogan, solo Christo.
Lisa and I discuss the 1st commandment and its implications for marriage. I consider the President's mental capacity, the first part of the story of Babel, the power of God in creation and hell's strategic advances.
Lisa and I discuss the 10 Commandments. I consider Tucker Carlson's swift Fox exit, Jesus' command that we go the second mile, start a new series, a Month of Sundays and encourage more patience among believers.
Lisa and I conclude our conversation on Proverbs 31. I consider the work of the devil is spreading sexual confusion, remember Nimrod, long for 70s candy and remind us that we are called to exercise dominion, reflecting God's glory in creation.
Lisa and I talk about Proverbs 31: 24-27. I consider the nature of tax returns, the list of Noah's descendants in Genesis, Jesus on vows and our nation being part of the axis of evil.
Lisa and I discuss Prov. 31:23. I give thanks for NHL players pushing back against Gay Propoganda, consider Jesus' teaching on divorce, remember the failure of metric and celebrate our capacity to see Christ.
Lisa and I continue our journey through Proverbs 31. Does Artificial Intelligence mean we'll be out of jobs? Noah Curses Ham, That 70s Kid Remembers Station Wagons and Worshipping the Lord of Darkness.
Lisa is recovering from an illness, so no Sacred Marriage. I encourage us to be law abiding citizens, even when provoked. cover Noah's nakedness (pun intended), remember Jesus' warning about hatred in our hearts and give thanks for the blessing of God's discipline, even when it hurts.
Lisa and I continue to look at Proverbs 31. I consider the political strategy of wagging dogs, remember baseball from the 70s, give thanks for God's rainbows and deal with the question of headcoverings.
Lisa and I continue to discuss Proverbs 31. I remind us of what we don't know about the Project Veritas debacle, consider what Jesus warns us our righteousness must exceed that of the Pharisees, remember our obsession with stereos in the 1970s and compare our misuse of the biblical text with the state's misuse of the Constitution.
Lisa and I discuss more of Proverbs 31. Plus, Wu-WHO? I consider Jesus coming to fulfill not destroy the law, God establishing civil government in Genesis 9, and our folly in seeking the approval of man.
Lisa and I begin a discussion on Proverbs 31. I consider if we're close to World War III, expound on God's covenant with Noah, remember how big boxing was in the 1970s and ask if the Reformation was really necessary.
Lisa and I consider the blessings and importance of peace in the home. I remember the strange conglomeration that was ABC's Wide World of Sports and give hints on how to recognize neo-liberal churches.
Lisa and I consider some ground rules for dealing with disagreements. Plus, I look at the World Economic Forum, the meaning of salt and light, Valentine's Day circa the 70s and more.
Lisa and I discuss our plans for 2023. I give thanks for Lisa, my Valentine, consider the birds Noah sent from the ark, remember the Steelers' dynasty and wrestle with preaching against the state.
Lisa and I discuss our plans for 2023. I consider the import of Biden's classified documents, the folly of trying to live on the spiritual mountaintop, death by flood and the blessing of persecution.
Lisa and I consider the importance of remembering special dates in the history of a relationship. Plus, I remember my child-like faith that may have impacted the most iconic play in the history of the NFL. Finally, our annual reading of Annette Gulick's "The Spirit of Christmas Presents."
Lisa and I discuss the blessings and reasons for fasting. I take another look at Musk's Twitter Dump, consider the folly of ad hominem arguments, give a final consideration to the Beattitudes and rank the top 5 Christmas shows of the 70s.
Lisa and I consider the reasoning behind celebrations. I give my two cents on Elon's first big twitter dump and the 1st Amendment, look at Noah against the world and consider God's love in light of His simplicity.
Lisa and I continue our conversation on praying for one another. I consider the struggles we have with counting votes, how Noah found favor with God and more.
Lisa and I discuss how we pray for each other. Plus, is Christianity a religion or relationship? We consider Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter and in In the Beginning we consider the meaning of "the Sons of God." Finally, in Good News we begin our look at the beattitudes.
Lisa and I discuss our hopes and plans for the acreage the Lord has provided for us. Plus, the pros and cons of Christian Nationalism, how the church has lost its savor, Jesus delivers the law and I remember toys from the 70's.
Lisa and I discuss God's blessing us with 17 acres of land and some of the ways we pray the land will bless our family and the kingdom. I consider conspiracies and the fear we'll run out of diesel. In the Beginning looks at Genesis 5 and the line of Seth. We consider out call to humility and remember football in the backyard.
Lisa and I consider the call to return blessing. I give counsel on voting, speak an ode over autumn and more.
Lisa and I consider our call not to return evil for evil. Plus, why government s force, as it should be, and how that ought to inform us as we vote. The call to repentance and remembering the great sneakers of the 70s.
Lisa and I discuss the importance of compassion in marriage. I consider Paypal's stock dive, plus, In Search Of... the &0s.
Lisa and I discuss our call to be of one mind. Plus, why lying destroys the truth as evidenced by Covid vaccine lies. Does minimum wage help? Cain and Abel plus, Those 70s Cars.
Lisa and I discuss how a man's prayers might be hindered. Plus the temptation of Jesus, First Church of the Not So Bad and more.
Lisa and I discuss what it means that wives are the weaker vessel. I explore God's relationship to calamities like Hurrican Ian. We consider Jesus' temptation, and more.
This week we consider a husband's call to dwell with understanding, the real impact of political decisions, what Adam should have done, lunch boxes of the 70's and why there remain racial struggles in the church.
This week we consider a husband's call to dwell with understanding, the real impact of political decisions, what Adam should have done, lunch boxes of the 70's and why there remain racial struggles in the church.
Lisa and I continue our journey through I Peter 3. Plus, the gassy President, Jesus' baptism and more.
Lisa and I continue our journey through I Peter 3. Plus, the gassy President, Jesus' baptism and more.
We remember the joys of childhood games. Plus, how pro-lifers sometimes reason just like pro-abortion people.
Our Ask RC considers why there are so many racial issues in the church. Our journey through Genesis takes us to the creation of Eve.
We look at the ministry of John the Baptist. Plus, the good and the bad of Saint Vincent, the latest Bill Murray movie.
A brief explanation of the true meaning of inflation, and the federal government's responsibility for it, plus why it is so destructive.
We remember what baseball used to mean to boys across the nation. Plus, how faith and repentance are two sides to one coin.
In our Ask RC segment we consider whether a pastor should preach to the sins of his congregation. In our In the Beginning segment we consider Adam's life in paradise.
Our Good News segment considers John the Baptizer's work and its meaning. Our Atin-Lay segment considers the meaning of Ira Dei, the wrath of God.
Lisa joins me as we continue to look at Peter's direction to married couples. Today we focus on the power of a soft answer, and the temptation to hit back hard.
We remember the Disney movies of my childhood, live action, not fairy takes. Plus, how the church sees itself and how it ought to.
Ask RC considers why it is that the church has such a rampant problem with phoniness. In the beginning celebrates what it means that God made man from the dust.
We consider Matthew's description of the flight to Egypt of Joseph, Mary and Jesus. Plus, the meaning of cataclysm.
We take a look at Psalm 31. In addition we consider our calling to rejoice before the Lord. We have much for which to give thanks.
We consider our call to do unto others as we would have them do unto us, applying it to the question of religious liberty.
We remember the novelty songs and comedy scripts we heard on Top 40 radio. Plus, the lesson Joshua learned from Jesus.
We consider whether God wants us healthy and wealthy. Plus, what does it mean that God "rested" on the seventh day?
Our journey through Matthew brings us to the visit of the wise men, and we celebrate God's glory in fuflilling prophecy. Plus, Erik Larson's look at the London Blitz.
We consider Psalm 30 and the unfathomable smallness of the universe. Yes, the smallness of the universe.
Lisa and I consider Peter's command that wives be in submission to their own husbands, and how such is something to embrace, not push back against.
We remember the myriad ways kung fu entered pop culture in the 70s. Plus, the hard truth that sheep are often unafraid to bite and attack those seeking to feed them.
We consider the goal of the suffering of Jesus. Did He atone for all sins, or the sins of His people? Plus, our look at Genesis considers the days of creation.
We consider why The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel and Stranger Things have dropped off our watch list. Plus, Matthew's headlines in his gospel.
Strategic perspectives that suggest we either push against prosecuting procurers of abortion or at least keep quite about it are just more denials of the babies' humanity.
We remember the unique candy of the seventies and consider how following principle is the most pragmatic thing one can do.
We consider the biblical foundations of Sonship theology, the accusations against it and a minor caveat. Plus, the days of creation.
We consider God being distinct from His creation. Plus, we enter into the 400 years of prophetic silence between Malachi and John.
We consider the wisdom of Pslm 28 plus how easy it is to pretend to be compassionate when it doesn't cost a thing.
Lisa and I discuss what Peter's first epistle tells us about God's design for marriage and how it relates to the gospel. We begin by considering the background of I Peter.
We consider how 70's television intersected the liberal ideology that was to come with the wholesome entertainment that had come before. Plus, assessing our spiritual health.
We consider what the church ought to repent of, plus how God, in the midst of creation assesses, divides and names His work.
We give a brief look at Psalm 27 plus consider Rome's dangerous doctrine of fides implicita, implicit faith.
We consider associationism as a form of church relationship, and how it differs from a denominition. Plus the folly of winning the battle while losing the war.
When you see an institution betraying God's Word to appear winsome to the lost, never trust it again.
I remember the paltry "thrills" of fireworks in Puritan Pennsylvania. Plus, how we keep busy to forget our end.
We consider where Christians tend to be in error. Plus, as we look at Genesis 1 we consider God's astonishing power to create ex nihilo.
We consider Psalm 26 plus encourage the reading of TD Alexander's wonderful biblical theology, From Eden to the New Jerusalem.
We consider that odd mix of conspiracy theory and racism, British Israelism, and our call to know which hills to die on.
We consider the President's proposal to forgive student debt and the folly and evil such entails.
We remember the joys of mountains of cereal on Saturday mornings. Plus, calling the whole family to joyful rest.
We consider whether our internal sense of peace is a good measure of what is right. Plus, the Spirit hovers over the deep.
We consider Psalm 26 and look at the meaning of de facto and de jure and why the distinction matters.
We consider the difference between Mormon fundamentalism and Christian fundamentalism. Plus, the call of men to lead and protect.
We all face the temptation of bringing our marital woes to our friends who will pity us and support us. It's not a good or godly plan.
We remember how the world once seemed frozen in time. Plus, our ongoing struggle with thinking and behaving like immature girls.
We consider the nature of God, that He is a He and not an it. Plus, we continue our young journey though Genesis.
We consider the book and series, Under the Banner of Heaven by Jon Krakaur. Plus, we look at Psalm 24 and the Lord of Hosts.
We consider the importance of federalism and the dangers of losing sight of it. Plus, the value of teaching our children to work hard.
Homeland Security planned to create an anti-disinformation task force, demonstrating once again the federal government is not our friend.
We consider the power behind nostalgia and how the world has changed. Plus, the folly of assigning perspectives to the dead.
We begin a new segment, In the Beginning, that will take us through Genesis. Plus, what I'd say to Derek Chauvin.
I give a not too positive review of The Batman and a rousing celebratory brief exposition of Psalm 23.
Our ism today compares fatalism with the biblical truth that God is sovereign over all things. Plus, the real power of reformation.
Lisa joins me as we discuss a beautiful piece she recently wrote, filled with bold biblical proclamation and tender gospel affirmation.
The blessing of being able to serve in the margins. Plus, the rise of newspeak and its dangers.
I wax nostalgic over the fun of simple balsa wood airplanes. Plus, what is most needful in our pulpits?
We conclude our study of the Westminster Shorter Catechism. Plus, we consider the phrase, "Proto-evangelium" or "proto-gospel," the first promise of our Redeemer.
Our ism considers intuitionism. Plus, how do we judge wrongly when we judge others, and what does it tell us about ourselves?
A brief nostalgic remembrance of superballs. Plus, God's faithful provision for us each day.
We give thanks for the land God has provided for us and describe how we hope He will use it. Plus, helping Christians be more vulnerable with each other.
We consider Psalm 22 and its connection to the crucifixion. Plus, Duplex Veritas, Double Truth that is doubly false.
We consider as our ism expansionism, that habit and ideology that embraces empire. Plus, how moderns are idolaters and don't know it.
The marketplace is the one place ideology cannot triumph. As the left overreaches the market knocks them down.
Even a podcast can be conversational, if you'll help. Plus, how the screeching of the left is designed to get us to silence ourselves.
I give thanks for a college friend, plus seek to answer the question, does God hear the prayers of unbelievers?
We take a look at Psalm 21, plus continue looking at the Lord's Prayer through the eyes of the Westminster Shorter Catechsism.
Our ism considers vandalism and its roots. Plus, our call to fidelity in an world of infidenlity.
Today we consider the implications of Elon Musk's bid to control Twitter, the good, the bad and the scary.
I give thanks for a crew of old friends and the childhod memories they gave me. Plus, part 2 of my exposition of the writers who shaped me.
We consider our goal to recognize our own sinfulness while helping sinners. Plus, do we have to forgive the unrepentant?
We consider Psalm 21 plus the Latin phrase, "Credo ut intelligam," "I believe, in order to understand."
We consider the folly of vigilantism. Plus, part one of my literary dna, the 23 writers who have shaped me.
Today we consider the call to tell it like it is and how we seek to do just that. Plus, how one bit of playground wisdom may actually be wise.
I give thanks for a dear friend with a deep pastoral heart, Dr. John Tweedale. Plus, I consider the nature of the Christian's duty with respect to taxes.
We continue to consider what the Westminster Shorter Catechism teaches us on prayer, plus consider what the universe teaches all who have ever lived.
Our ism today considers the ideology of Machiavelle, proponent of "Might makes right." Plus, we consider the lack of faithfulness inside the kingdom.
Why uproar over the murder of born babies demonstrates our relative lack of concern for the murder of unborn babies.
I give thanks for friends with nick names, and reveal the one I've always wanted. Plus, the dance of life.
I give thanks for the opportunity to teach men sound doctrine at Lighthouse Christian Recovery. Plus, I seek to answer the question- is Christianity a religion or a relationship?
We consider Usus Legis, the use of the law, unpacking the Protestant view of the 3-fold use of the law. Plus, a look at Psalm 18.
We consider the good work of Lower Criticism, seeking out the likely original text of Scripture. Plus, the folly of consequentialist ethics.
Lisa joins me as we continue our discussion on the fruit of the Spirit and marriage. Today we focus on self control.
I discuss the public teaching ministry of Dunamis Fellowship. Plus, I compare how believers and unbelievers look differently, or at least should, at the problem of evil.
I give thanks for a dear Scottish friend, James Haram. Plus, what is Sonship theology? Is it a blessing or a curse on the church?
We take a look at Psalm 17 and consider more of the Lord's Prayer as expounded by the Westminster Shorter Catechism.
Our ism considers the right and wrong kinds of literalism. Plus, how we can enjoy more heaven right now.
The world parades its knowledge and sophistication, yet affirms it can't tell a boy from a girl, right from wrong, true from false. We have no reason to fear them, every reason to pity them.
I give thanks for God's grace in bringing a friend into my life. Plus, how we dishonor our mother, the church.
We consider today the value of quiet and rest. Plus answer the question if there is sin in heaven, if saints can fall away.
We consider question 103 of the Westminster Shorter Catechism and the meaning of "meritum" in Roman theology.
We consider the folly of jingo-ism that says, "My country, right or wrong, my country." Plus the value of the family Bible.
Lisa and I discuss the power of gentleness to bless a marriage and the power of marriage to teach us gentleness.
We consider the dangers of pride and prejudice. Plus, why unconditional election must be true because God comes before all.
We consider how Paul and James speak about justification, faith and works. Plus, I give thanks for a faithful Christian friend.
We consider David's joy in Psalm 16. Plus, I encourage the reading of an old book that should have been more widely read, Gregory Post and Charles Turner's The Feast.
We consider our mania for being young and irresponsible, plus our calling to love the enemies of our Lord.
I consider the impact of the internet on our propensity to jump to conclusions, to find our enemies guilty and our friends not guilty.
I give thanks for Steve Hoskins, a genuine son of encouragement. Plus, why we're fools to plead our own cases.
We consider why making you think is a good thing but not the end goal. Plus, do we have to forgive the unrepentant?
We consider the Latin phrase, Bene Esse, meaning well being in understanding what is essential and what is important. Plus we finish our Bible in 5, looking at Revelation.
We consider today the great sin of favoritism and how we are so prone to it. Plus, the necessity of believing our Father loves us.
Lisa joins me as we consider the broad implications of the fruit of the Spirit, faithfulness, and how we often miss our failures.
We consider how all teaching involves seeking to change people's minds, including through this podcast. Plus, restoring the union to communion.
We continue making our way through the Psalms. Plus, we consider a compelling new book, The Auschwitz Photographer.
We consider the folly that suggests extremism is a bad thing before it knows what we're extreme about. Plus, those places where evangelicals dabble in idolatry.
How we forget the difference between we and I. Sending others off to die is so much easier than going ourselves.
I give thanks for an old yinzer friend, plus consider what every generation needs, regeneration.
Why not both? A strong defense of one concept against the other is unhealthy and worse still, unbiblical.
More on the Lord's Prayer from the Westminster Shorter Catechism. Plus a quick overview of the book of Jude.
Today's ism is careerism, that propensity to find our meaning in our job. Plus, what are the defining marks of the Christian hero?
Today we consider yet again the folly of postmodernism and the destruction it brings. Plus an appeal for ministry partners.
I give thanks for a lanky old friend, Eddie Golden, plus we seek to answer the question, are all lies sins?
We consider the Latin phrase, extra nos, outside of us as it relates to our justification. Plus, question 101 of the Westminster Shorter Catechism.
Today we consider as our ism, Indifferentism. Plus, we encourage believes to teach their children the things of God.
I give thanks for an old friend, Israel Contreras. Plus we consider what the Bible has to say about racial animosity.
Today we consider how we are and are not God's creators. Plus, we seek ministry partners.
We consider what it means that the Lord provides. Plus we provide a brief introduction to Psalm 14.
We consider the meaning of exorcism and the reality of spiritual warfare. Plus we consider the importance of context in grasping God's Word.
Lisa and I continue our conversation on the fruit of the Spirit and marriage, focusing on kindness.
We who have received grace ought to do well to grasp and to give it. That we need grace, however, explains why it's not so easy.
Ask RC considers the question of head coverings. Plus, I remember an old friend, Michael Branson.
We consider question 100 of the Westminster Shorter Catechism and I commend the reading of Machen's Education, Christianity and the State.
We consider the etymology and meaning of bohemianism and then consider the propensity we have to make niceness a weapon
We have reached a stage where politicians don't even pretend to tell the truth. We got here because we have put up with it.
I give thanks for God's grace in my friendships and consider the centrality of loyalty in love.
Our Ask RC segment considers the view that reading fantasy is sinful. In addition we seek out ministry partners to support the work of Dunamis Fellowship.
We devote a segment to an overview of III John and another to Psalm 13. It's an all Bible day.
We consider the modern movement known as abolitionism and its distinctives with the "pro-life" movement. Plus, does the Bible allow us to defend our homes with force?
Lisa and I continue our ongoing look at how the fruit of the Spirit blesses marriages, looking today together at patience.
I give thanks for my friendship with Pastor Tom Penning and offer up my view on the best English Bible translation.
Lisa and I discuss with two dear friends, a researcher and a pharmacist their faithful work helping others deal with COVID. These two men ministered God's grace in our lives.
We consider the legitimacy of collective bargaining but also the weakness of unions. Plus we look at the humble gods of this age and their perpetual failures.
Today's podcast considers the hard truth that God does not change, that words have meaning and that apart from God no meaning is possible.
I give thanks for a high school friend that was an awful lot like me. Plus, the call to be ready for the Groom and to be about His business.
We explain why Paul and James do not disagree on the faith that justifies. Plus, we seek faithful ministry partners.
Today we consider the error and implications of Molinism. Plus, we define the meaning of "disciple."
Lisa joins me for a Sacred Marriage segment wherein we discuss together the beauty of peace in the home and how to seek it from and through the Holy Spirit.
Today we consider the ongoing reality that we have blood flowing in our streets, not because of riots, protests or insurrections but because we kill our own children.
I give thanks for an old friend and ask what happened at the Capitol Building on January 6, 2021.
We consider the nature and meaning of prayer from the Shorter Catechism and remember Rome's papal bull excommunicating Luther, Exsurge Domine.
Today we affirm the obvious, that we never believe we're always right but always believe we're right. Plus, encouragement for husbands and fathers to lead in their homes.
Today we consider the true source of our loss of liberty, leaders who don't care about the law and citizens that are utterly ignorant of it.
I give thanks for a friend from Sunday School. Plus, why, ultimately it's not that all lives matter but that no lives matter. Believe it or not, believer or not.
Seeking ministry partners and asking if making New Year resolutions is a healthy thing or not.
We provide a brief look at II John and encourage the reading of Frederic Bastiat's The Law, a brief book that can change your life.
We consider the view that the human soul is able to die (it is) and remember that we, the poor in spirit are rich in spirit.
Lisa and I come together to discuss the fruit of the Spirit in the context of marriage, today focussing on joy.
We consider the meaning of ex cathedra, from the chair in Roman Catholic thinking. Plus, we answer the question of just what we need to know in order to have peace with God.
We offer a signed copy of one of my books to all those committing to support Dunamis monthly. Plus, a look at Psalm 11.
Today we consider the atomism and our need to check our own wellness. Ancient Greek philosophy to quantum physics all wrapped up in one.
We consider the foolishness of the language of DARVO, victim culture's argument against the accused giving a defense. Who is the victim, who the oppressed?
I give thanks for AJ Cochet, a friend indeed. Plus I consider what it is about us that leads us to make so many mistakes.
Today's podcast includes an appeal for ministry partners and an Ask RC segment dealing with the pressing question, "How can I know if I'm saved?"
Today we give a brief overview of the brief but rich first epistle of John, and consider question 97 from the Westminster Shorter Catechism.
We consider academic snobbery, the view that says only certified experts know anything, plus what it means for the church to be His bride.
Lisa and I discuss the role love plays in a marriage and the importance of cooperating with the Spirit as He grows love in us.
I give thanks for seminary friends Jim Whittle and Jim Southard. Plus, I remind us that we need not wait for God's judgment. It is already here.
We seek ministry partners and consider under what circumstances Christians are called to disobey the governing authorities, and why.
I discuss with him the impact of the gospel on JC Weyand's work as a state's attorney and as a professor of Constitutional Law.
We consider the ideology of Auguste Comte, considered the founder of sociology. Plus, what it means for the Lord to conquer the world.
Today we consider what it would mean should the Supreme Court overturn its greatest failure ever, Roe v. Wade, and encourages us all to cry out to the Supreme Judge.
I give thanks for my friendship with Rick Lessing and the special gifts God has given him. Plus, I take a few minutes to consider who God is.
We give a brief overview of the Peter's second epistle plus consider a question that often divided believers, is it wrong to celebrate Christmas.
We consider the meaning and danger of agapism, that ideology that is built on love, an man defines it. Plus, the article on which the church stands or falls.
We seek ministry partners on Giving Tuesday. In addition we consider the folly of our culture's counsel that we follow our hearts.
Lisa joins me as we consider together the importance of bearing fruit in the Spirit, introducing a new sub-series on the fruit of the Spirit in marriage.
We consider the folly of treating "niceness" as the cardinal evangelical virtue. Plus, we seek ministry partners.
We consider the Lord's Supper, looking at Westminster Shorter Catechism question 96. Plus, we explore the meaning of Psalm 10.
Today we consider the meaning of lex naturalis, natural law. In addition we answer the question, why are Christians so often so lacking in self-awareness?
Today we consider the danger of making a teenager the face of a ideology in light of the division in the country over the Rittenhouse verdict.
We consider Psalm 9 and in our last segment of the week encourage the church not to become just one more clamoring demographic is this democratic world.
We seek ministry partners and break down what inflation really is, why it matters and why the Bible calls it sin.
We challenge the notion that ignorance is bliss in our ISM segment and I give thanks for forever friend, Thomas Purifoy.
We give five minutes to consider the book of James. Plus, in "Juggling Words" I give some counsel on how to develop as a writer.
Lisa and I share the mic as we talk about the goings on since we last were together on the podcast, giving thanks to God for His abundant grace and mercy.
This episode includes our pursuit of ministry partners looking to support the podcast. Plus, why you ought to read CS Lewis. Good for the soul.
We consider God's glory and grace in Psalm 8, plus answer the question, what do we most need in our pulpits?
Today we provide a 5 minute overview of my favorite book in the Bible, Hebrews. Plus, where music, myth and CS Lewis intersect.
We consider munus triplex, the three fold office of Jesus, our prophet, priest and king. Plus, the catechism looks at who should be baptized.
Today I encourage you to read Daniel James Brown's magnificent work, Facing the Mountain, on the hardship and courage Japanese Americans faced and demonstrated during World War II.
I give thanks for an old friend, Mike Walk, and for all the blessings we shared as Pittsburgh kids. Plus, how to deal with our logs before others' specks.
Today our Atin-Lay segment considers the meaning of locus classicus,classic text. Plus, has getting COVID shifted my thinking on vaccine mandates?
Today we turn our attention to Psalm 7 before considering a few things the Westminster Shorter Catechism has to say about baptism.
Today we consider how monism reduces reality too far and the call of Christians to embrace greater vulnerability.
Today we celebrate our return after a Covid induced hiatus, explain a few changes and give a 5 minute overview of Philemon.
I give thanks for a dear friend, Randy Winton. I seek ministry partners. And, we consider what it's like to have peace in the valley.
We consider Psalm 6. We explore the bondage of our wills and I encourage the reading of Sherlock Holmes.
Chaplain Charles Ratcliff Jr. and I discuss the impact of the gospel on his work in hospice care.
We consider the absurd view that reality is absurd, look at Shorter Catechism 93 and ask, given our free will, if there could be sin in heaven.
We consider why gas prices rise so high and why we likely ought to not get upset. Plus, Titus in 5 minutes.
I give thanks for the friendship of Pat Hurd, encourage reading Lewis's Screwtape Lettters and suggest ways to use google for good.
We consider the active and passive obedience of Christ, seek ministry partners and look at Psalm 5.
A conversation with Jody Moore, pastor and human resources professional on how the gospel impacts his work in his callings.
We compare the folly of fatalism to the wisdom of God's sovereignty, look at question 92 from the Shorter Catechism and compare catholicity and ecumenicity.
Today we consider the whirlwind we reap when we think we can remake reality, as exhibited by President Biden. Plus, a 5 minute overview of II Timothy.
I give thanks for a gracious friend. I seek prayer partners. I answer the question, does God hear all prayers?
We consider the third element of faith, fiducia, or trust, and look over Psalm 4. In our Curating Your Book Library segment we consider my book, Tearing Down Strongholds.
Tim Bryant, radio host, and I discuss the impact of the gospel in his secular workplace.
Today we consider the dangers of jingoism, a distortion of patriotism. Plus, we work because He is at work in us- the foolishness of self-reliance.
We consider the unrepentant treasonous behavior of the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and give a 5 minute overview of I Timothy.
I give thanks for old friends Grant and Ray Chu. We consider Psalm 3, and confess that we are prone to pride in our humility.
We consider the meaning of the Latin term, assensus, or, assent. We seek ministry partners. And we give thanks for Steven Ger's excellent book, The Book of Acts, Witnesses to the World.
Mark Lamprecht, investment advisor, and I discuss how the gospel impacts his understanding of his work in helping people plan for their futures.
We consider the folly of classism, look at question 91 of the Shorter Catechism and ask if it's possible for God to change His mind.
We consider the implications of the President determining who will get vaccinated, despite what the Constitution says. Plus, a five minute overview of II Thessalonians.
We consider the first element of faith, notitia. We encourage the reading of T. Desmond Alexander's wonderful From Eden to the New Jerusalem, and look at Psalm 2.
I give thanks for an old friend. I seek partners in ministry. And I wonder over what it means that God is enthroned on the praises of His people.
We consider imperialism, question 90 from the Westminster Shorter Catechism and the biblical requirements for elders in the church.
Lisa and I discuss what it means to forsake all others, and I give a five minute overview of the I Thessalonians.
I give thanks for the friendship of Jeff Hixson, gentle and steady, list my 5 favorite Cary Grant movies and consider why so many non-Christians are so hostile to Christians.
We consider question 89 from the Shorter Catechism, seek ministry partners and unpack the Latin phrase, Intellectus Dei, the mind of God.
Bryan Marler, former pastor, fitness coach, Door dasher, joins me to discuss how the gospel shapes his approach to his work.
We consider the heresy of kenotism and how it relates to the kenotic hymn, start a new series on the Psalms and consider how to deal with evangelists of false religions.