The Christian Contrast Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Christian Contrast Podcast
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How do we as believers respond to the Charlie Kirk assassination, and what keeps the Christians from responding with physical violence to evil ideas?
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Most of us probably have clear ideas about what happens to Christians when they die. But are those ideas biblical? In this episode we delve into what the New Testament teaches on this subject, and we get the surprise of seeing that, for believers in Jesus, the best is always yet to come.
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Dan is joined by Garrett Gerhart, Pastor of College and Communications, to discuss how Christians can think and behave biblically when it comes to using A.I.
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In this episode we look at biblical reasons to pray, even if we believe that God already knows everything.
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As Christians who believe that God is love, what are we to make of God’s wrath and judgment? In this episode we look at five statements that help us to respond to the biblical teaching of God’s wrath.
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In this episode we discuss what John Piper calls “The Debtor’s Ethic.” We ask the question of whether or not our obedience should be motivated by thinking of how much God has done for us.Link to Future Grace by John Piper.The post Should Christians Try to Pay God Back? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.
Can giving really be an act of joy? Dan and Loren VanWoudenberg (Chair of the LBF Church Elder Team) talk about how belonging to church involves financial giving.
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Dan and Tim Longo (Pastor of Outreach) talk about the joy that comes with serving the church to which you belong.
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In this episode we explore how Jordan Peterson’s view on faith squares with the description of faith that we find in the Bible.
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In the second part of the “When We Belong” series, Dan is joined by Summer Brown (Women’s Ministry Pastor) and John Eltiste (Men’s Ministry Director) to talk about why it matters to be involved in church beyond Sundays.
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In the first of four episodes on what it looks like to belong to a church, Dan and Andy Watson (Pastor of Worship) talk about how to approach Sunday worship with passion, joy, and preparation.
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In this episode we explore the dangers of Christian celebrity culture, and we look at how best to avoid the pitfalls of this trend.
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Too many people, both Christians and non-Christians, have a casual response to the resurrection of Jesus. In this episode we explore why we are desperate for the resurrection of Jesus, and why it is such good news.
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Dan is joined by Dr. Curt Bouma to talk about both the biblical and the scientific issues Christians should consider when approaching the issue of birth control.
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In this episode Dan and Andy talk about how best to walk through the season of Lent.
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In this episode, we follow up on two sermons about marriage (check them out here and here) by digging into four big questions about how believers in Jesus live out God's plan and purpose for marriage.
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Dan and Tim talk about the call of Jesus to make disciples of all nations, and talk specifically about Life Bible Fellowship Church GO Teams. If you want to inquire about GO Teams, click here: https://lbf.church/go-teams/.
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In this episode we look at what we can do if we want to gain the greatest benefits and joy from the times of singing with our church family.
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In this episode we look at how we can understand and respond to "natural" disasters in light of God's power and sovereignty.
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As we prepare for 2025, we look at five new habits that can help us grow in Christ.
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In this episode we look at the truths behind the practice of communion (the Lord's Supper), and explore three ideas that we can focus on in order to maximize the impact of this practice.
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In this episode we walk through five books that are timely for Christians to read. Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age by Rosaria Butterfield The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment by Jeremiah Burroughs Bad Therapy by Abigail Shrier Get Married by Brad Wilcox Hannah's Children by Catherine Pakulak
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In this episode we explore the Bible's positive words and negative words about drinking alcohol. Should Christians do it at all? If so, how?
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In this episode we look at the biblical picture of believers as exiles, and explore how this applies to how we live in the United States.
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In this episode we explore how God, through his Word, provides us with guidance for how we approach voting.
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Dan is joined by Tim Longo, Pastor of Outreach, to talk about how serving Jesus and his church not only changes others, but also deepens us in our walk with Christ.
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A charge that is often lobbed at Christians is that they aren’t allowed to think for themselves. Instead they have to thoughtlessly accept the teachings of the faith. Is this true? And is this something that is unique to Christians, or is it true of everybody?
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In this episode we give recommendations for 5 great podcasts if you want to keep God’s Word on your mind throughout the week.
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In this episode we explore how we can deal with our doubts and questions about God without losing our minds or losing our faith.
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In this episode we ask whether it is (1) true and whether it is (2) helpful for Christians to say, “Everything works out for the best.”
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In this episode we explore whether it is biblical to say, “God wants us to be happy?”
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In this episode we examine whether or not it is true that God will not give us more than we can handle.
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This episode dives into the hot topic of whether or not a Christian can lose their salvation. And, if not, then what is going on when people abandon the faith?
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In this episode we look at five questions that can help us better order our lives around God’s calling and priorities.
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Where are you tempted to find our identity apart from Jesus? In this episode we look at three competitors who tempt us to find our identity in them instead of in Christ
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Are we really supposed to fear God? If so, does fearing God mean what it seems like it means? In this episode we delve into this really important–and life-giving–topic.
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For our final installment of our Forming Faith at Home series, Dan is joined by Jeff Taylor (Pastor of Student Ministries) to talk about how we can set them up to have positive spiritual influences outside of their immediate family.
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Many of us struggle with being people-pleasers. In this episode we look at the danger of being people-pleasers, and the unique way we as Christians can fight against this tendency.
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In this episode Dan is joined by Phil Shahbaz, Pastor of Community Life, to talk about giving our kids spiritual responsibilities of their own.
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In this episode Dan is joined by Laurie Baiz, Pastor of LIFE Kids ministry. They talk about how to cultivate opportunities for kids to have spiritual experiences in the home.
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In this episode, we look into major questions about baptism. What is it? How should it be done? Who should be baptized? And when should people get baptized?
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Dan is joined by Troy Spilman to talk about the habit of families serving together. This is the second of five episodes on habits that help families form faith at home.
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Many are waiting longer to have kids. And then they are having fewer kids. And then some are opting not to have kids at all. In this episode, we explore the main reasons why people aren’t having kids and give some responses to each of these reasons.
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Andy Watson and Summer Brown join Dan to talk about the first of five habits to help us place Jesus at the center of our family life. They discuss the significance of eating meals together as a family.
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This episode covers some great books to read in this new year.
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As we reflect on the love God sent to us through Jesus at Christmas, we look at how we can keep ourselves in that experience of God’s love for us.
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What are the dangers and the benefits for Christians to be sports fans? In this episode, we explore sports fandom from the Christian perspective.
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In this episode, as Thanksgiving approaches, we look at three ways to cultivate the kind of gratitude that can fulfill 1 Thessalonians 5:18: "Give thanks in all circumstances."
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In this episode, Dan talks about the controversy surrounding Andy Stanley, and how churches can appropriately welcome unbelievers.
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Is it better to get married or to stay single? Our culture is debating which one will make you happier. But what if that is the wrong question to ask when Christians consider their options for marriage (and children) or singleness? In the past, it was pretty well assumed that most people would [Read More]
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In this episode we reflect on the Hamas attack on Israel and on how Christians should think about how the nation of Israel factors into God's unfolding plan for the world.
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Members of the LBF Church Pastoral team share practical thoughts about how they approach God in prayer.
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Members of the LBF Church Pastoral team share practical thoughts about how they approach God in prayer.
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In this episode, Dan walks through how we can use the Lord's Prayer as a model for our own personal times of prayer. It breaks down into five parts that can provide a structure to help us experience greater union with God.
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Dan is joined by Jeff Taylor, Student Ministries Pastor, to talk about the burdens that we choose to take on, and how they can keep us away from Jesus. the conversation also addresses how to let those obligations go and to draw near to Jesus.
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Most of us see work as a necessary evil, and as something that we want to avoid. This episode explores a Christian perspective toward work.
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In this episode we delve into the manosphere, asking whether it is good or bad, who the major players are, and how it relates to God's calling for men.
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We all know that Christians are called to share the message of Jesus with others. Instead of this being impersonal proclamation, for many of us this will be through personal relationships and friendships. In this episode Dan is joined by Hunter Gray to talk about the why and the how of relational evangelism. [Read More]
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Most of us don't know what to say or do when we are trying to help someone who is dealing with grief. In this episode we look at three principles for helping people through grief--and also for walking through grief ourselves.
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Christians required to boycott companies that support sinful activities? Are boycotts simply a way of picking a fight that cannot be won? In this episode, we explore how Christians should engage when boycotts become an option.
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Pastor and author Tim Keller died and went home to be with the Lord on May 19th. In this episode, Dan reflects on Tim Keller's impact both on a personal level and his impact on the wider body of Christ.
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Dan shares some words from Proverbs 3:1-12 on God’s wisdom for high school and college graduates–or really for anyone (especially young people) wanting to grow in godly wisdom.
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Gender is a huge topic in our culture. Manhood and Womanhood are confusing topics for us. In this episode we explore the reasons behind the complementarian position, which champions the idea that God created men and women with equal value, but with different–and complementary–callings.
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Christians oppose racism and sexism. What about transgenderism? While Christians are called to bring grace and hope to all people, what about the idea and the worldview behind transgenderism? In this episode Dan makes the case that Christians can–and should–oppose transgenderism out of faithfulness to the gospel and out of love for our neighbors.
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When is it more loving and more Christ-like to risk rudeness in our interactions with others?
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Have you given thought to what you would want to happen at your funeral? Have you ever found yourself helping to plan a funeral for a loved one who has died? In this episode Dan talks about how we as believers in Jesus can plan funerals and memorial services that exalt Christ, that honor our loved ones who have died, and that bring hope to grieving people.
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For Christians, Sunday mornings can be joyful and helpful, but they can also be stressful and frustrating. On top of this, we often forget what we experienced on Sunday soon afterward. God has something better in mind for us. In this episode, Dan shares five ways that we can approach Sunday church gatherings in order to maximize what God does in us and through us.
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We all come to resemble the people we spend time with. So, if we want to be wise and godly, we need to spend time with the wise and the godly. One powerful way to do this is to read great Christian books by those who have gone before us and studied God’s Word. Also, check out our new LBF Church Resource Page! https://lbf.church/resources/
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The second half of a discussion between Dan, Summer Brown (Women’s Ministry Pastor), and Loren VanWoudenberg (Elder), as they respond to practical questions about how believers in Jesus can live out a vision of biblical marriage.
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Dan is joined by Summer Brown (Women’s Ministry Pastor) and Loren VanWoudenberg (Elder) to give answers to practical questions about how believers in Jesus can live out a vision of biblical marriage.
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As a follow-up to a recent sermon on the biblical vision for marriage (https://youtu.be/HskmzztJfGg), Dan walks through some frequently asked questions about the Bible’s teaching on marriage and about how this teaching can be lived out.
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As we start 2023, this episode explores how we can order our lives in a way that places Jesus as the center.
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Knowing what your spiritual gifts are is not as important as you may think. This episode explores the dangers of placing too much emphasis on the discovery of spiritual gifts.
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The Respect for Marriage Act just passed with a bipartisan vote in the Senate. It is a bill relating to how states affirm same-sex marriage. In this episode Dan delves into what exactly is in the bill, while also looking at how its content impacts churches, Christians, and our overall culture.
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Dan is joined by Kami Grosvenor and Dain Pankratz from Inland Valley Hope Partners to talk about Jesus' call to care for the needy. They break down truths and myths about those who are homeless, while also talking about how caring for the needy has impacted their personal walk with Jesus. [Read More]
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How can believers in Jesus live out justice and mercy to pregnant teens and to single moms? Dan is joined by Holly Bettge, Executive Director of Growing Pains, and Natalie Stidham, LBF Church member and volunteer with Growing Pains. They discuss stories of how God has been at work, the great need to [Read More]
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In this episode, Dan is joined by Anne Thorward and Karen Althaus from Newcomers Access Center. The discussion focuses on immigrants and refugees, the challenges they face, and ways that each of us can be involved in justice and mercy for them.
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This November Californians will be voting on Prop 1, which relates to abortion rights in the state. What is Prop 1, and how should believe in Jesus respond to this? This episode offers some guidance by explaining the proposition, while also exploring more broadly how believers approach the issue of abortion. [Read More]
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Dan talks with Jenn Corbett, Executive Director of Warrior for Children. Jenn talks about helping kids who've experienced trauma, ways that we all can be involved, and her own personal journey in shining the light of Jesus through acts of justice and mercy.
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Recently President Biden announced his intention to enact a sweeping student loan forgiveness initiative. Is this a great example of benevolent kindness and generosity? Is this instead an example of unfair treatment and favoritism? And what guidance can we get from Scripture on how God would lead us to respond in our [Read More]
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In this episode we look at 1 Peter 3:1-7. Why are there six verses for wives and only one verse for husbands? What does a quiet and gentle spirit mean? And why might God not listen to a husband’s prayers? More importantly, what is the kind of beauty that God values in [Read More]
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No one gets married expecting to get a divorce. But we know that many marriages end in this very way. What does the Bible say about this? When is divorce okay? And why is it sometimes not okay? And what does Scripture’s teaching on divorce tell us about how we should understand marriage? [Read More]
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In the second of four episodes about what Bible teaches on marriage, we look at 1 Corinthians 7:25-35. Paul warns about marriage, saying that it marriage brings trouble to those who choose it. What trouble is he talking about? And how do we properly respond to the trouble that comes along with marriage? [Read More]
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Marriage, Part 1: It’s Not About You In the first of four episodes about what the Bible teaches on marriage, we look at Ephesians 5:22-33. We look at husbands and wives, love and respect, submission and headship. And we also look at the idea that marriage is not something we created, but something that [Read More]
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On June 24th the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, ending the idea that there is a constitutional right to abortion. Many pro-life Christians celebrated this decision, while others—including some Christians—mourned it. How should we respond to a world divided on the subject of abortion? In this episode we explore five objections to [Read More]
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June is Pride Month in the United States. Pride Month is specifically focused on LGBTQ+ people. So, how do Christians respond to Pride Month? First of all, what should we think of the very idea of pride? And second of all, how should we think about what we should be proud of and what [Read More]
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Each year the LBF Church pastors and elders, through prayer and discussion, identify 2-3 all-church goals to help guide us through the year. The all-church goals we choose are not meant to exclude activities or goals that fall outside of the all-church goals. They are simply meant to be a way of highlighting areas [Read More]
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Biblical Masculinity What does it mean to be a man? On the one hand, we could answer simply that it means you are an adult male with an X-chromosome and a Y-chromosome (despite recent challenges to this idea). On the other hand, we can see manhood as something that is aspirational. It is appropriate [Read More]
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Christ-Centered Family Culture Ephesians 6:4 calls parents to bring children up “in the training and instruction of the Lord.” This verse articulates the high calling for Christian parents to raise children not simply to help them be successful financially, socially, and physically, but to facilitate their spiritual growth. To bring children up in the [Read More]
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What Jesus' Resurrection Did On Easter Sunday, we celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ. This is a familiar idea, whether you are a Christian or not. But what are the implications of the resurrection? In other words, what did the resurrection of Jesus do? In this post we will look at four things that [Read More]
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Why is this an important topic? Christians regularly debate the relationship between faith and works in the Christian life. Sometimes the discussion pits Catholics against Protestants. Other times it is simply an internal struggle as believers look to walk a tightrope without falling off on either side. If we fall off the [Read More]
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Let’s Talk about the Trinity Right at the very foundation of the Christian faith is a word that does not appear in the Bible: Trinity. The idea that the one and only God is three-in-one is not peripheral to Christian faith; it is at the core of Christian faith. To say that God is [Read More]
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Let's Talk about Election When the doctrine of election comes up you can be certain that strong emotions and opinions will soon follow. There will be questions about fairness, questions about free will, and questions about the exact mechanism of how salvation works. The purpose of this post is not to give an exhaustive [Read More]
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Pro-Life Battlefronts There is no debating the fact that abortion is a hot topic in our culture. And there is also no debate that there is a worldview clash when it comes to conversations about abortion. For anyone who wants to advocate and care for unborn babies, it is wise to know the central [Read More]
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When Is It Time to Speak Up? We all need to know when it is time to speak up and when it is time to shut up. Knowing this is near the heart of wisdom because Proverbs tells us on the one hand that we should be cautious in speaking up: “Even fools are [Read More]
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Family Comes First? It goes largely unchallenged when someone says, “Family comes first.” For believers in Jesus, however, this is not a true phrase. Family does not come first. Jesus comes first in all things. Jesus himself said in Matthew 10:37, “Anyone who loves their father or mother more than me is not worthy [Read More]
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We Need to Talk Talking about manhood and womanhood can feel daunting in our current culture of outrage. Why tackle this controversial subject when it is certain to bring angst and hurt feelings? Why not instead focus on more central or less explosive topics? While it is true that the subject of biblical manhood [Read More]
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For those of us who are Christians, we often find ourselves wanting answers. We want answers on how we should deal with vaccine mandates, answers on how we should respond to Critical Race Theory, answers on what the Bible says about homosexuality, and answers on the proper place for American patriotism. There’s nothing wrong [Read More]
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Dan and Garrett are joined by Worship Pastor Andy Watson to talk about what it looks like to walk in humility instead of pride. The three walk through Scripture, give personal examples and share practical advice on how to put pride to death by the power of the Holy Spirit.
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Dan and Garrett are joined by County Supervisor Curt Hagman to talk about how churches can prepare to re-open and also how churches can partner with the county in serving those in need.
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Garrett and Dan welcome Randy Alcorn (author, speaker, and Dan's father-in-law) to talk about how Christians ought to think about choices between safety and courage.
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Dan, Andy, and Phil talk about ways that we can maximize this season of experiencing church services online. The conversation ranges from preparation during the week, engagement with the video, and how to lead our families into worship during this season.
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Life and church are going to look a little different for a while. Garrett, Andy, and Phil sit down to talk about how we can make the most of this strange and isolated time.
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Why do we vow to stop gossiping, but then fall back into old habits? Why do we vow to start reading our Bibles, but then abandon this quest? Dan and Garrett talk about why change and growth is so difficult. But there’s hope! Jesus leads us into change that lasts.
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Its that time of year when we are already quitting the New Year's Resolutions we set a few weeks ago. Dan and Garrett take a look at goal setting and the Chrisitan perspective. Does being a Christian make keeping resolutions easier? How can we make 2020 different and see the changes in ourselves that we [Read More]
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https://youtu.be/iqg2DJN18zk On this episode, Laurie Baiz joins Garrett and Dan to talk about the unique role that shame plays in our conversations about sex, and how the church can lead people to a true solution for our shame.
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https://youtu.be/J_3oK_pqM60 Student Ministries Pastor, Jeff Taylor, joins Dan and Garrett to talk about the key issues at stake in creating an atmosphere for biblical teaching and relational shepherding in the area of sexuality.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9h8z1c7wHNs Dan and Garrett discuss the “purity culture” that was prevalent in churches in the 1990s and early 2000s, and talk about how churches today can have healthy teaching and discussions about sex.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XtAJgqV3pmY In this episode Dan is joined by Curt Bouma to discuss how discipleship has played out in his life. Curt shares about some of the men that God brought into his life at key times in his faith journey. Curt and Dan also talk about what it takes to step out in faith and [Read More]
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrcoMFTW2VY What keeps Christians on the surface instead of digging deeper into their faith? What keeps us from sharing the truth about what is going on in our lives so that we can experience more freedom and growth in Christ? In this episode Dan is joined by Marnie Grigsby, Women’s Pastor at Life Bible Fellowship [Read More]
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gQ4gNXAYIKs&feature=youtu.be In this episode Dan is joined by Ally Sweaney to discuss how discipleship has played out in her life. Ally shares about some of the key people who partnered with her in her discipleship, and also about how she has seen God work through her as she has come alongside others. Dan and Ally [Read More]
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