Setting the Record Straight: Recent Episodes
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Golden calves and sacred cows always emerge on the landscape when the Law of God is rejected. For there to be revival and a land under the judgment of God to be spared, we must remove the idolatry of the status quo within our midst. On this show, various guest pastors help us dissect and understand many of the theological issues within American Evangelicalism today; both in the pulpit and the pew. This is a production of Reconstructionist Radio.
Gordan Runyan shares a few musings and thoughts on the book that have managed to stick with him, months after reading.
Russell Traweek addresses in this podcast as to why some presuppositions made by some trusted pastors and ministries, although true, don’t matter when not properly applied. One can scream, “All Lives Matter” all day, but if you overlook the application when one life, or group is oppressed, then you have a dead faith.
In this episode, Russell Traweek addresses the Biblical Response to Tragic Circumstances as individuals before even attempt to address others as we look at Nehemiah 1.
Gordan Runyan exposes the foolishness of a congregation bowing to the demands of the State, on the basis of “rendering unto Caesar.
Gordan Runyan answers a common question about why his congregation has continued to meet. It’s not because of the “usual suspects.” But at the end of the day, there really is a hill to die on.
Gordan Runyan encourages his listeners to examine the building materials they’ve been using to put up the edifice of their lives, especially in light of the fact that a virus has caused many to reach out for other saviors, other ethical rules, that can keep them safe in the storm.
Gordan Runyan walks his congregation through the trial of the suspected unfaithful wife in Numbers 5 and shows that a head-scratcher text actually winds up magnifying the grace of God and His desire to defend the weaker members of society.
In this episode, Russell Traweek leads a discussion in what it means to truly be a great man, woman, boy or girl in the Kingdom of God. This sermon is based on Matthew 18:1-4.
In Numbers 5:1-10, we get rules for dealing with uncleanness in the camp, as well as a law of restitution that encourages the thief to repent before he’s caught. These voluntary statutes highlight the need for self-government under God, and a present need for justice system reform in our own day.
Gordan Runyan helps his congregation sort through differing schools of thought regarding the 1000 year period mentioned in Revelation 20, and urges Christians to adopt an optimistic view that motivates the extension of Christ’s kingdom into all areas.
In this episode Russell Traweek leads us through a discussion and application of Matthew 17:24-27 and the implications of the worldview one holds to. Russell Traweek pastors the home fellowship of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, Texas.
This episode looks at 4 ways that a church can begin to resemble a dragon (as in the land-beast of Revelation 13) and then we have a pastoral conversation on some of the practical implications of rejecting the fallen world’s power paradigm.
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, Russell Traweek seeks to show how our worldview regarding the future affects our present actions and purpose with an excerpt from a current sermon series on the book of Nehemiah.
In this episode, Russell Traweek leads us in a discussion of on what determines the efficacy our church traditions, the implications of false traditions and the expectation of God according to His Law-Word. Russell Traweek pastors a home fellowship of the saints in Sweeny, Texas called Christ Covenant Church.
Concluding our workshop on sermon preparation, with the aim of allowing our Reconstructionist theology to effect the way we get ready to preach. This session discusses the Introduction, Application, and Conclusion of the sermon.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood continues the series, ‘Reconstructing the Heart,’ by examining the various ways our emotions weigh us down. For more content, please visit crosscrownchurch.com. Thanks for listening!
In this episode Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church, a home-fellowship in Sweeny, TX, discusses Matthew 11 in correlation with the familiar passage of John 14:6…”Jesus is the way, the truth and the life”. Join in for this life application of Scripture!
Using the 133rd Psalm as an example, Gordan Runyan offers suggestions for ways to insure that you are pointing your message at the right target; that you are on the road to pulling down Baal’s altar.
In this episode, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church, a home fellowship in Sweeny, TX leads us in a discussion from Matthew 9 regarding the Jesus this world needs to hear proclaimed and see lived through Christians today.
In this episode, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church, a home fellowship of the saints in Sweeny, Texas, leads us in a study from the book of Matthew on how we as Christians are to be the antithesis to the culture of this world when it comes to the protection of the lives of all of God’s image bearers.
Gordan Runyan offers some thoughts on the question, “How should a sermon preached by a Reconstructionist differ from others preached on the same Bible text?” Should a CR sermon look like a CR sermon, even when its topic is not a particularly CR topic? What would that look like? In future episodes in this series, Psalm 133 will form the basis for a nuts-and-bolts walk-thru in the process of sermon preparation, seeking to build a Christian Reconstructionist sermon from the ground up.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood continues the series, Reconstructing the Heart, by examining the great problem of guilt and man’s attempt to rid himself of it. For more content, please visit crosscrownchurch.com. Thanks for listening!
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, Russell Traweek discusses where Christian liberty comes to the crossroad of detriment to the individual and the body of Christ. Russell Traweek is the pastor of Christ Covenant Church, a home fellowship of the saints in Sweeny, Texas.
Completing the series in the book of Jeremiah, Gordan Runyan highlights two last, important themes we saw repeated in the prophet’s writings. They have application when thinking about the state of the churches, and the state of our individual lives; and what actual reform would look like.
In this episode, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church, a home fellowship in Sweeny, Texas leads us with a message from a sermon series in Matthew as we look at the significance of genealogies, God’s covenants throughout Scripture and the way God uses fallible men and women to accomplish His Kingdom purpose.
Emotions: we all have them and we’ve all been told to keep them to ourselves. But is this a healthy way to view our God-given emotions? And what about Christian rationalism and the elevation of the mind over every other human faculty? In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood explores the impact of Greek Philosophy in modern thinking and feeling, and exposes the fallacious reasoning of what normally passes in Christianity today. For similar content, please visit crosscrownchurch.com. Thanks for listening!
In this episode, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church, a home fellowship in Sweeny, Texas leads us in an exhortation of a picture of Biblical Immigration in light of the account of the Good Samaritan. Where do you fit into this story and what does that say about your relationship to Christ?
Gordan Runyan’s episode this month is in two parts. In the first, he lays out the exegetical case for a Regulative Principle of Government, in which civil government is restricted by the boundaries of the Law of God. In the second half, he discusses what does, and doesn’t constitute a strong biblical argument, and uses two common Closed Borders immigration arguments as an example.
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, Russell Traweek Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, TX concludes a sermon series called Churchology with a message called, “The Church’s Daily Devotion” based on Acts 2:42-47.
What did Jesus mean when he said he was leaving to prepare a place in his Father’s house? In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood preaches a message answering this very question from John 14. For more sermon content, please visit crosscrownchurch.com/sermons. Thanks for listening!
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, TX continues a sermon series called Churchology with a message called, “The Tale of Two Abusive Ditches.”
Gordan Runyan presents the biblical data for a man named Ebed-melech, and the manner in which he flung himself into the breach to save a life. His example highlights our present need for Christians to act like real patriots (and not jingoists) in the defense of the weak and oppressed.
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, Texas, continues from a sermon series called Churchology: The people and purpose of God leading us in a discussion with a sermon entitled, “The Local Gathering of the Church.”
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood, teaching pastor of Cross & Crown Church, preaches a sermon from John 11, the famous passage on the raising of Lazarus. Thanks for listening!
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, pastor Russell Traweek of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, TX leads us in Part 2 of a discussion of the question, “Is there such a thing as a clergy/laity divide?” from his Churchology sermon series asking the question, “What is Biblical Authority in the Church?”
Gordan Runyan explains the heroic pastor’s helpful metaphor for the rights and duties of Christians in the face of destructive government.
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, pastor Russell Traweek of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, TX leads us in a discussion of the question, “Is there such a thing as a clergy/laity divide?” from his Churchology sermon series asking the question, “How does faith relate to the Church?”
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, pastor Russell Traweek of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, TX brings a message from his Churchology sermon series asking the question, “How does faith relate to the Church?” He will break down this question and make real-life application using God’s Word and R. J. Rushdoony’s, “Systematic Theology in Two Volumes”.
Gordan Runyan gives us four solid and simple reasons for understanding that Romans 13 does not require unqualified obedience to anybody, by anybody. And especially not to an antichrist government.
In this episode, pastor Russell Traweek of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, Texas gives an introductory discussion on ecclesiology and gives a testimony to the path this gathering of the saints has taken from a Southern Baptist Church to a Christian Reconstructionist church.
In AD 55 Lucifer Convened his council to devise a way to curb the Church’s invasion. Through some tear in the space time continuum I managed to find myself there listening to their plan. It was a really good plan. It just might work. This is the Introduction to the Upper Room Congregation’s Handbook.
What is Christian Reconstruction? In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, pastor Russell Traweek of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, Texas leads us in a discussion about the base tenets or beliefs of Christian Reconstruction and the implications of these to all of life.
Nobody should be more enthusiastic about preaching the saving message of Christ than Reconstructionists. And no confessing Recon should be satisfied with a Gospel devoid of power. In this message, Gordan Runyan pleads with his hearers to experience the transforming power of Christ; and then to spread that freedom far and wide.
In this episode, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, Texas leads us in a discussion regarding the Nicene Creed and the work of Christ as part of a sermon series called Christian Reformation and Reconstruction. Join us as we apply God’s Word to all of life!
If you have ever been called a hater of the Church because of your views on Church government, or because of confronting God’s people with something they do not want to think about, You may find this helpful. It concludes with where you can positively direct anyone in Scripture to the one place where house rules are actually given for how to live in the House of God and encourage those who accuse you of hate to positively spend about an hour in the Scripture itself and draw their own conclusions.
In this episode, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, Texas leads a discussion that lays a foundation regarding some historic controversies and how they still sneak in today.
Gordan Runyan answers some recent questions (completely spacing on the name, Naboth) submitted by Reconstructionist Radio listeners.
In this episode, Pastor Russell Traweek of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny leads a discussion regarding “The Apostles’ Creed” and Reformed doctrine. While this normally would be a “milk” teaching for most, there was a surprise question/statement by one of the attendees that gave Christ’s bride an opportunity to speak the truth in love and apply His Word directly. Listen carefully and thoroughly to this one!
In this episode, pastor Russell Traweek of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, Texas asks the question, “Is ‘Ignore Roe v. Wade’ a Righteous Cause? Join us as we answer this in light of New York’s new abortion legislation and so on.
Gordan Runyan continues a sermon series in Jeremiah. In this week’s thrilling episode, our hero, Jeremiah, is confronted by a false prophet, who goes public with his opposition to God’s message to submit to the yoke of Babylon. There are lessons for us to learn in both the clash of the prophets and in the symbolism of the yoke.
In this episode, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, TX leads us in a discussion on how our response to God’s sovereignty affect us, our purpose in work, and our responsibility in the present and the future.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood preaches a message at the school of ministry conference in Lusaka, Zambia called “Creational Authority” Thanks for listening!
In this episode, Russell Traweek introduces through a recent sermon series a foundational discussion on why we need to learn about the heresies and Church history and they were answered and combatted by individuals and councils through creeds and confessions. At times these heresies show up as novel ideas again, but as we will see they are not. Enjoy this introductory episode regarding Martin Luther.
Gordan Runyan continues his study of the Torah for a school in India. He highlights the 5 points of the biblical covenant, and major themes of Exodus. Where do they fit? What are they for?
In light of so many pastors, theologians, churches and seminaries truncating the Gospel message and refusing to admit, discuss and address sin, Russell Traweek brings us a message from his Nehemiah sermon series entitled, “Sin, Conviction, Repentance and Rejoicing.”
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood preaches a message at the school of ministry conference in Lusaka, Zambia called “Resurrection Authority” Thanks for listening!
Honesty is the basis for everything we do; even when dealing with people we disagree with. Join Russell Traweek as we dive into this message from his Covenantal Harvest sermon series.
Gordan Runyan applies the 5 Point Covenant Model as a grid to the book of Genesis, highlighting the covenantal themes and content, as the first part of a series on the Torah that he is doing for a small Bible College in India.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood preaches a message at the University of Zambia in Lusaka on “How to Develop the Biblical Worldview.” Thanks for listening!
Gordan Runyan interviews Dr. Jason Garwood about whether and how Christian Reconstruction should notably change the way preachers preach.
Bojidar Marinov is thought of as an out of the box thinker but his theology is thoroughly an in the box theology. What he demonstrates and demands is that in the box theology always leads us to outside the camp living where we join Jesus, outside the box living.
In this episode, Russell Traweek answers the question, “How do we respond to enemies inside and outside the church?” This is part of a sermon series based on the book of Nehemiah from a Christian Reconstructionist perspective.
Gordan Runyan highlights God’s answer to Judah when the question became, “Why is all of this coming upon us?” The answer was twofold: Your fathers have sinned. And, you have done worse. Both sides in the currently hot debate over Social Justice seem to be forgetting one or the other of those reasons. A balanced, covenantal view avoids ditches on both sides of the road.
In this episode, Russell Traweek preaches a sermon on the application of Christian Reconstruction to the book Nehemiah as we discuss the call of God upon the believer, their response to God’s call and what their response must be when the believer faces opposition.
In this episode Russell Traweek seeks to answer several allegations and excuses in opposition to the so-called “illegal immigration” debate, borders, buildings walls and separating families. This sermon is an excerpt from an on-going sermon series on the book of Nehemiah. Russell is pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, TX.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood teaches part two of a two-part series on developing and applying the biblical worldview. These lectures were given in the winter of 2017.
One of America’s most influential pastors reintroduces an old heresy and wants Christian’s to unhitch from the Bible.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood teaches part one of a two part series on developing a biblical worldview. These lectures were given in the winter of 2017.
On this “Memorial Day” weekend, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, Texas revisits a podcast from years past and discusses this sensitive and often hostile topic. What is the difference between the two? What path should we walk in as Christians to different from the pagan acts of this world? This episode is not some pietistic mumbo jumbo, but a look at the root cause of inconsistency amongst the church in America today.
In the first half of the program, Pastor Gordan Runyan and his wife, Joyce, discuss an article in The Scientific American, in which current icon of the unbelievers, Neil DeGrasse Tyson, jettisons whatever epistemological foundations his worldview ever thought of having. After the break, we have an excerpt from a recent sermon in which the pastor sought to bring the concept of servant-authority down to street level.
Kinism is dangerously close to the Recon movement and antithetical to the Gospel. John makes a case and encourages us to resist and respond against Kinism as a matter of truth and love.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood preaches at the 2017 Abolish Abortion Texas Conference and Rally in Austin, Texas. Thanks for listening!
How do we as the Church Universal respond to public and private sin and error of doctrine? Is everything to remain hush-hush and behind the scenes? Are we to respond to sin against us in the same way as when a public doctrinal error is brought to our attention? Are our personal affiliations, allegiances and emotions toward others allowed to come into play concerning Biblical judgment?
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church in Sweeny, TX, leads us in God’s Word as we discuss the difference between Biblical judgment/discernment from personal judgment/conscience.
Pastor Gordan Runyan is joined by his wife, Joyce, as they discuss the recent kinism controversy. The second half of the program takes a look at three parables that contain warnings, not so much about bad eschatology, but about ways in which our view of the future may effect our present.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood examines a video that was put out by the Master’s Seminary entitled, “Is the church called to transform society?” Thanks for listening!
In this episode, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church of Sweeny, TX, in response to the multiple mass shootings in Las Vegas and in Florida and so on, lays a foundation for and discusses a Biblical worldview of defense starting with 1) a definition of property, 2) the difference between defense and murder, and 3) practical ways to prepare for various scenarios.
Dr. Jason Garwood and Jordan Wilson talk about the differences in eschatology as they related to the ‘already, not-yet’ paradigm, and how the postmillennial version impacts history as the gospel is successful in time and space. Thanks for listening!
In this episode Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church of Sweeny, TX discusses in a sermon: Who we are following, how we are following, the impact we are making as individuals for the Kingdom of God and hindrances to that impact.
Gordan Runyan preaches on the nature of man and the only Good News that is capable of transforming the whole world. Against truncated, salvation-only gospels, and what Rushdoony called “The Flight from Humanity.”
In this episode, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church of Sweeny, TX seeks to address a few separate issues that have an intertwined thread of ideas and consequences when it comes to the Church addressing abuse. Please listen carefully with a discerning ear as we learn how to address this topic in a multi-faceted way.
No one should be more zealous than Theonomists in the war against the heresy of Legalism. Our struggle is not only with modern antinomians, but also with neo-Judaizers. Gordan Runyan contends that the Paul’s letter to the Galatians, far from being anti-theonomic, in fact gives us weapons for our warfare.
In this episode we will take on the meaning behind some from very distinct passages regarding the “new” command, the “new” covenant and the “new” creation.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood preaches part one of a two-part series called, “No Other Standard.” This message serves as a foundation for understanding the supremacy and authority of Scripture in the life of the Christian. Thanks for listening!
In this episode, Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church of Sweeny, TX addresses how the Advent of Christ, the Gospel and the Law of God are intricately linked along with an exhortation for the proper application of the Law of God.
Gordan Runyan shares some insights from ten years of small-church pastoring with regard to two recent objections. The first is, “You can’t do church discipline without elders.” The second is, “Without formal church membership, you can’t know who you’re supposed to pastor.”
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason M. Garwood sheds some light on some troubling things that Pastor John MacArthur said in a recent video called, “Racism and Black Lives Matter.” Pastor Jason also challenges MacArthur’s assumption that the world is a sinking ship.
In this episode, we will listen to a recent sermon from Russell Traweek of Christ Covenant Church of Sweeny Texas based on a sermon series from the Sermon on the Mount.
A few really passionate Reformed Baptists are aggressively pushing the notion that the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith outlaws theonomy. Gordan Runyan confronts this idea.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood exhorts us to consider how to respond to AHA the proper way. Thanks for listening!
In this episode Russell Traweek, pastor of Christ Covenant Church of Sweeny, TX, delivers a sermon at one of their gatherings based on the Sermon on the Mount from the Lord’s Prayer.
In this episode, we will discuss freedom regarding forgiveness and its ties to other forms of indebtedness from a perspective of God’s Law
The Sermon on the Mount, R. J. Rushdoony
This episode is from a recent sermon Christ Covenant Church of Sweeny, TX where we will took a look at Psalm 23 and discuss being shepherded by our Lord daily and the uniqueness of our Lord’s calling on us as individuals first and foremost. Surprise, the 23rd Psalm is not a funeral passage, but one for Christian living.
All too often the focus of many local gatherings is the call of God as only applied to the local gathering or a pseudo call for all Christians that ends with no actual response or acti…on from anyone but rather apathy and complacency. The 23rd Psalm is one of calling, conviction, confidence and celebration. Join us we strive together to grow to maturity as the body of Christ.
Pastor Gordan Runyan, a confessing Conspiracy Theorist himself, warns about the danger of allowing your theories to invalidate the word of God.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Rev. Dr. Jason Garwood preaches from Galatians 2, a sermon on what constitutes lawful liberty. This message was delivered on September 10, 2017 at ONElife Church in Flint, MI. Thanks for listening!
What would Jesus call most churches in America today, regardless of denominational affiliation? In this episode we will discuss the ongoing struggles many Christian Reconstructionists are having as we expound on Matthew 23 and an analogy of this ongoing struggle.
Pastor Gordan Runyan talks about how a theonomic worldview deals with the issue of poverty, and ministry to poor people.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Rev. Dr. Jason Garwood preaches a sermon on the doctrine of postmillennialism. This was sermon number three in the ‘Politics & Religion’ series preached at Colwood Church in the fall of 2016. Thanks for listening!
This episode is part of a sermon series at Christ Covenant Church of Sweeny, TX based on The Sermon on the Mount. In this episode we discuss Christ’s work and our response as we also have an overview discussion of the Beatitudes and their application to Christian life.
The Sermon on the Mount by R.J. Rushdoony
Gordan Runyan discusses the implications for local church authority found in the greeting of Paul’s letter to the Colossians.
In this episode, I will a share a recent sermon called The Empowerment of the Saints: Encouragement for the Individual Believer where we discuss Biblical consistency in the Church, giftedness of the Holy Spirit and a Biblical response to tyrannical church leaders who are disobedient to God’s Word or continuously manipulate it.
Pastor Gordan Runyan answers a handful of recent questions about theonomy and then spotlights a truly amazing admission made recently by science superstar Neil DeGrasse Tyson that illustrates the truth of Romans 1:22, “Professing to be wise, they became fools.”
What do most people think of when they think of a false prophet? Someone who preaches heretically is what usually comes to mind. However, is it only limited to heretical preaching or is there more to it? Let us see what the scriptures say.
Out of respect for Trevaris Tutt, we add this notice that he no longer holds to these views.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood preaches a message on dealing with presuppositions in the Christian faith. This was sermon number one in the ‘Politics & Religion’ series preached at Colwood Church in the fall of 2016. Thanks for listening!
In this episode, a godly, Biblical and generational inheritance.
Tithing and Dominion by R. J. Rushdoony and Edward Powell
In this episode, we will seek to discuss not the one tithe, but the three tithes in Scripture and their purposes.
Tithing and Dominion by R. J. Rushdoony and Edward Powell
In this episode, we will seek to discuss not the one tithe, but the three tithes in Scripture and their purposes.
Tithing and Dominion by R. J. Rushdoony and Edward Powell
In this episode we will lay the foundation of the Biblical tithe in order that we can begin to see that giving to the Lord is about liberty and joy in giving.
In this episode, we will seek to discuss not the one tithe, but the three tithes in Scripture and their purposes.
In this episode, we will discuss several issues plaguing the current discussion on ecclesiology and the consequences of following an improper view to its end result.
Pastor Gordan Runyan documents the true story of a pastor who, while aspiring to climb the MIC ladder, was confronted by the Spirit of God, was granted repentance, and was set free through the grace of Christ. Of special note are the instruments God used to both spark and complete this deliverance: Two Facebook scuffles that many assumed could never yield any good fruit.
Gordan Runyan, from Immanuel Baptist Church in Tucumcari, NM brings a message about how the aim and objective of all kinds of tyrants routinely set themselves against what God says is a priority.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood explains some of his journey to ecclesiological reformation, and how that needs to shape how pastors think about their role in the Church at large as it pertains to the mission Christ has given us. Thanks for listening!
A follow up to the podcast on Is Group Economics the Answer to the Black Community. Trying to find answers to the financial crisis in black communities in the inner city, I address the solutions that have been presented by some. I attempt to give a biblical solution to what can be of help not only for the sake of people’s financial well-being but for the sake of the advancement of the Kingdom. Planting churches in the inner city is no easy task, and it is even harder with all of the financial barriers that come along with it.
Out of respect for Trevaris Tutt, we add this notice that he no longer holds to these views.
Gordan Runyan, from Immanuel Baptist Church in Tucumcari, New Mexico, provides an overview of the book of Job, providing answers to sticky questions. He shows that modern evangelicalism still struggles along under the bad thinking exhibited by Job’s three friends, and by Job himself, and explains God’s enigmatic answer to the thematic question, “Why do the righteous suffer?” He manages to throw shade at Word of Faith, R2K, Dispensationalism, and Amillennialism along the way.
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood explains why capitalism and free market economics ought to be preached from the pulpit, and how a lack of preaching the comprehensive claims of King Jesus has led to the rise of socialism. Thanks for listening!
In this episode, I will seek to share a personal event in a feedstore that reminded me that Christian Reconstruction is a worldview for all of life, not just at the times it is convenient.
The Anti-Covenantal Nature of Racism by Bojidar Marinov
The Roots of Reconstruction by R.J. Rushdoony
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight we will discuss the Church’s role corporately/universally rather through an individualistic lens as we dive deep into Ephesians 2:1-9. We will see why most American churches and Christians are impotent when it comes to things of the Kingdom of God. Don’t miss this opportunity to see the victory of Christ’s Church revealed!
Systematic Theology, Vol. 2, Rousas John Rushdoony
Pastor Gordan Runyan and his wife, Joyce, discuss preaching and sermons and how Christian Reconstruction might effect the preparation and delivery of Biblical messages.
Is group economics the answer to Church Planting in the black community? It is obvious that the black community, specifically in the inner city, there are financial barriers which even affect church planting. Will the practice of group economics help in the restoration of the black community financially and spiritually?
Out of respect for Trevaris Tutt, we add this notice that he no longer holds to these views.
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood shares his theological journey toward Christian Reconstruction, explains the basics of the worldview, and answers the question, “Why does that matter?” Thanks for listening!
Is group economics the answer to Church Planting in the black community? It is obvious that the black community, specifically in the inner city, there is are financial barriers which even affect church planting. Will the practice of group economics help in the restoration of the black community financially and spiritually?
This is part 3 and includes the second part of the interview with rapper Jovan Mackenzy.
Is group economics the answer to Church Planting in the black community? It is obvious that the black community, specifically in the inner city, there is are financial barriers which even affect church planting. Will the practice of group economics help in the restoration of the black community financially and spiritually?
This is part 2 and includes and interview with rapper Jovan Mackenzy.
Out of respect for Trevaris Tutt, we add this notice that he no longer holds to these views.
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, Rev. Dr. Jason Garwood reflects on his time at the Abolish Abortion Texas Conference and Rally while also critiquing the shortcomings of the gospel-centered movement. Thanks for listening!
Is group economics the answer to Church Planting in the black community? It is obvious that the black community, specifically in the inner city, there is are financial barriers which even affect church planting. Will the practice of group economics help in the restoration of the black community financially and spiritually?
Out of respect for Trevaris Tutt, we add this notice that he no longer holds to these views.
In this episode we will discuss the 6th Commandment, “You shall not murder” as it pertains to capital punishment using R. J. Rushdoony’s Institutes of Biblical Law, Vol. 1.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood reflects on his experience as an abolitionist in attendance at the G3 conference, shedding light on what really happened, and how it should have been handled differently. He concludes the episode with a call to repentance for everyone, including the leaders of the Evangelical Ministerial Complex. Thanks for listening!
In this episode we take on 1 Peter 4:7-19 as we discuss what it means to be the Church of the Living God in the midst of conflict and disagreement of different areas of doctrine and the work of the Church.
One of many struggles for the Christian as to the purpose God has for them in this world has to do with “what we do”. For so many their value is wrapped up in their vocation or work, whether they are a stay at home mom or they are an engineer or a trade worker. This episode takes on Colossians 3:23-24 as we discuss three questions: What do you do? Who defines the value of what you do? and Why do you do it? Enjoy brothers and sisters!
Build Your Kingdom Hereby Rend Collective
In this episode we will discuss a Biblical view of authority in the Church, church membership, the priesthood of all believers, church discipline and much, much more!
Systematic Theology, Volume 2, R. J. Rushdoony
Explaining some of the logic of the Black Hebrew Israelites and some scripture which is misinterpreted by them.
Out of respect for Trevaris Tutt, we add this notice that he no longer holds to these views.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood kicks off the New Year with a very special guest, his wife of 10 years, Mary. It’s a New Year, which means efforts at self-reformation now begin. But what about efforts at reforming the self as it pertains to obeying the Law-Word of God? 2017 marks the 500th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation, so what better way to kick off the year by examining the ways in which the church should always be reforming according the Scriptures. Listen in to find out, and as always, thanks for tuning in.
In this episode of Setting the Record Straight, we will discuss intentional and strategic big “C” Church planting. Join in as we discuss this subject from a totally different angle than you have thought of in the past.
The purpose of this episode is to give a general overview of some of the beliefs of the Black Hebrew Israelites. The Black Hebrew Israelites have plagued black communities all over our nation and have even spread to other nations. We are able to see how this cult twist scripture to justify racism and a works based religion.
Out of respect for Trevaris Tutt, we add this notice that he no longer holds to these views.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood further elucidates the issue of covenant theology, specifically the 5-point model, and demonstrates ways this can be applied to varying philosophies we see today. Listen in as Dr. Garwood unpacks for us several examples of application that is sure to help you fight the good fight of faith. Thanks for listening!
In this episode we will look at the extremes of the spectrum on God’s Law between the Hebrew Roots observant and the Antinomian and look to find a bit more rooted understanding from Joel McDurmon.
This episode will be an intro to a podcast I will be hosting in a few weeks regarding the Hebrew Roots Movement. What is the Sabbath? When is the Sabbath? Is the Sabbath command and it laws applicable today? These and more important questions will be answered using an adaption of R. J. Rushdoony’s The Institutes of Biblical Law, Volume 1.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason Garwood helps us think through the issue and application of covenant theology: how should we see the Scriptures, and how should we then see the world? Is there a way to tactically combat the humanism that pervades our culture using covenant? Listen in as Dr. Garwood unpacks for us the 5-point Covenant Model that is sure to help. Thanks for listening!
In this episode we further our discussion on the importance of interpreting Scripture contextually and purposely.
Links:
Chalcedon.edu
GaryNorth.com
Reading Lists:
Bojidar Marinov’s list
Books To Read:
The Institutes of Biblical Law, Vol. 1, R. J. Rushdoony
The Bounds of Love: An Introduction to God’s Law of Liberty, Joel McDurmon
In this episode we will take on the meaning behind some from very distinct passages regarding the “new” command, the “new” covenant and the “new” creation.
Do you really understand what it means to follow Christ? Do you understand what it will cost? In this episode we address these questions and more!
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Rev. Dr. Jason M. Garwood makes a plea for more preaching of the Law of God. Does this mean legalism? Or does it mean faithfulness to God’s plans and purposes for His Kingdom? Tune in to find out. Thanks for listening!
Is allegiance to your country different than worship? In this episode we will take on this question and discuss Christian liberty as well.
In this episode we will look at where liberty comes from. Is it a document, a work of man or is it the Law of God?
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason M. Garwood tackles one of the underlining problems in American Evagelicalism: Pietism. Dr. Garwood shows from Scripture what true, biblical spirituality looks like, and he critiques the major issues in having a pietistic worldview.
In this episode we will see to show the difference between Patriotism and Nationalism for Christians and the consequences that follow.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Dr. Jason M. Garwood sheds some light on some troubling things that Pastor John MacArthur said in a recent video called, “Racism and Black Lives Matter.” Pastor Jason also challenges MacArthur’s assumption that the world is a sinking ship.
In this episode we seek to understand why some respond to powerful and purposeful prophetic preaching in obedience to God’s Word and why others, even though remaining in the church, do not.
In this episode we will seek to address how preachers in the pulpits of American churches are to blame for congregations of spiritual infants because there is no prophetic vision.
In this episode we will reflect on the purpose of Christ’s church in fulfilling His Kingdom purpose while a gaining a greater understanding of what it means that “the gates of hell will not prevail” against His bride.
I encourage you to read Unconditional Surrender: God’s Program for Victory by Gary North.
In this edition of Setting the Record Straight, Rev. Dr. Jason M. Garwood, lead pastor of Colwood Church in Caro, MI revisits the sermon he preached called “The Profanation of Marriage” just one year ago–a sermon in response to the Supreme Court’s decision to go against the Word of God regarding same-sex mirage.
This podcast episode will seek to show the effects that American Christianity has had on our culture and how we as the Church of the Living God are able to change the course in which we have been headed.
In this episode, Pastor Gordan Runyan tackles a series of commonly used Rapture proof texts and shows that they don’t support that innovative doctrine at all. This was recorded at a Sunday evening Bible study at his church in New Mexico. If you believe in the Dispensational, Premillennial Rapture doctrine, you’re going to have to find different texts from now on.
Pastor Runyan is joined by his family to continue responding to a list of really bad arguments that are commonly hurled at theonomists. Render unto Caesar; we should just preach the gospel; just love and don’t worry about law; your clothes are made of mixed fibers tho; etc.
Joseph Spurgeon applies the law of God to teach what true biblical gentleness and kindness is. The true man of God should not be a slave to niceness or crusty harshness but instead should correct his opponents with gentleness and kindness. Joseph also talks about praying the impreccatory psalms.
Dr. Jason Garwood, Lead Pastor of Colwood Church, answers the question, “Should Christians love the law of God?” Is loving the law something Christians should try to do? Or is that legalism? Listen in as Jason sets the record straight on a recent conversation he had with someone who told him that Christians should not love the law of God.
There is a small host of arguments that theonomists hear pretty routinely from people who don’t like the idea of obeying God’s Law today. Some of these arguments make us want to pull our hair out, and proclaim that, “Yes, Virginia, there is such a thing as a dumb question.” Pastor Gordan Runyan is losing his hair anyway, so we thought we’d have him tackle these bad arguments. The pastor’s wife, Joyce, and their middle daughter, Jordan, are also in studio.
How can you tell that your pastor is a Two Kingdoms type when he talks about voting? He’ll tell you that you should do it, but won’t give you any Biblical instruction. And when he tells you how he’s planning to vote, it’s plain he’s been taught how to think about it by 24 hour news channels, and not by Scripture.
What is “Galatianism?” Some people think the letter to the Galatians was written to warn them about Theonomy. Is there any merit to this charge? Pastor Gordan and Joyce Runyan predictably answer in the negative.
When we look at the world today, what’s the erstwhile Postmillennialist to do? How can one go on with an eschatology of victory when the whole nation seems to be circling the drain? What’s the observable evidence that our view of Bible prophecy is correct? Pastor Gordan and Joyce Runyan discuss this, as well as answer a listener question regarding some Spirit-filled men in Exodus.
Pastor Gordan Runyan responds to a short video in which Phil Johnson of “Grace To You” ministries asserts that the bad doctrine present in the music of the popular band, Jesus Culture, is “infinitely worse” than the tragedy of abortion in America.
Dr. Jason Garwood, Lead Pastor of Colwood Church, discusses the Lordship of Christ over all things, including civil government. What are we to think about the myth of neutrality? The problem of social decay? The need for a biblical social theory? Listen in as Jason sets the record straight on a recent Facebook interaction he had, demonstrating how the escapist thinking just doesn’t work.
Pastor Gordan and wife, Joyce, discuss the Democratic Socialism of Bernie Sanders as well as the latent socialism in all the other Presidential candidates. Creeping socialism within Christianity is also discussed, along with several Scriptural texts and examples. The theme of Biblical stewardship is also discussed.
Should the women who get abortions be punished for a crime? Several big time Evangelical and Prolife leaders say no. Pastor Joseph Spurgeon walks through their arguments and responds with biblical truth.
Pastor Gordan and his wife, Joyce, have a conversation about applying the Word to all of life; confronting the stupidity of atheistic “certainty”; and deal with a recent synergistic massacre of Romans 9.
Pastor Gordan Runyan offers a friendly critique of Dr. James White’s “Holiness Code” sermons. Questions about theonomy are answered with regard to homosexuality and police.