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Apr 29

Apr 29 152 How to Abide in Christ—Josh Houston Conversation

In John 15 Jesus commands us to abide in him. What does that mean? Talking with Josh Houston, author of The Abiding Life, we work through what it means to be a disciple and abide in Christ. What crisis led to Josh writing his book? How does American culture press down upon Christian discipleship? Why do I wish I had a spiritual mentor? And what does that even mean? How do the three centers of human wiring—Control, Security, and Esteem—play into our walk with Christ? This is good and intimate reflection!

Oct 2
Oct 2 121 The Christian Graces (2) Truth (b) The Law of Non-Contradiction

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The Christian Graces

Belief in truth requires belief in the law of Non-Contradiction. Simply put, A≠B, you are not me, we are not God. There are irrevocable distinctions in reality. What kind of truths involving the law of Non-Contradiction does the Bible teach? Along the way I describe our recent trip to Nashville and demolish some errors being embraced by church folk today.

Aug 28
Aug 28 116 The Common Good (4) Diversity in a Christian Worldview

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The Common Good

Whereas the Bible presents multiple ways we might account for and celebrate diversity, Lord Zeitgeist says there's pretty much only one way to account for it: skin color. What are some simple reasoned ways to highlight diversity? And then, I dare to ask, which is more important for the Common Good, diversity or excellence? Come laugh and think with me.

Aug 21
Aug 21 115 The Common Good (3) Let's Think About Nationalism

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The Common Good

Does the Bible forbid love of nation? Does the Bible forbid love of one's local culture? Is this really about nationalism or is there another agenda at work? In philosophic speak, between what two enormous focal points does the pendulum of history swing? Why? In light of the Common Good how should we think about Nationalism?

Aug 8
Aug 8 113 The Common Good (1) How to Frame what is Best for Everyone?

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The Common Good

God cares about everyone, but he does so from first commitments and then works outward. That's the biblical pattern. That was Jesus' own pattern. What does that mean? How does that apply to specific societal issues? This episode frames both what the Common Good has meant in history and what it might mean going forward.

Aug 2
Aug 2 112 Quick Hitter - The Levels of Faith

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Spirituality, Quick Hitters

Is all faith the same? Doesn't God just look for faith, in general? What does John's Gospel show us about faith? This episode is a sort-of quick hitter (14 minutes). What kinds of faith really exist

May 8
May 8 099 Who is Jesus (14) Did He Oppose Wealth?

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Jesus, Who is Jesus?

What are the biblical perspective and the Jesus perspective on wealth and riches? Is it sinful to be rich? How was wealth gained in the first century? How did the ancient Jewish world seek to span the wealth gap between the rich and poor? What was the central issue for Jesus concerning wealth? What's all that mean for today?

Jan 26
Jan 26 084 The Bible vs. Propaganda

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Spirituality

Common remarks on the Bible: a) It's just trying to wreck our fun; b) it was written to protect a bourgeois, bougie, societal structure; c) it was written to benefit faceless powerbrokers; d) it was passed along to benefit upper-class white men. Those remarks purport the Bible is mere propaganda. But, really, if we look closer, is that true? And, just what is propaganda? (I also predict the Super Bowl winner.)

Jan 2
Jan 2 080 Why is Jordan Peterson a Star?

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Jordan Peterson, Current Events

Love or hate him, why is Jordan Peterson a star? What does he affirm about Christianity? What does he affirm about the bible? Why does he drive college types crazy? What makes him a dangerous outlier?

Dec 15

Dec 15 077 World Religions (7) Mormonism: Amazing Faith?

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World Religions

What's the difference between a cult and a sect? Why do Mormons have more faith than I do? What about their faith is spurious, from a historical perspective? What is Platonic about their eschatology? What does Mormon faith do to the preeminence of Christ? And, why am I personally conflicted about the Church of Latter Day Saints?

Oct 22

Oct 22 068: How to Hear God's Voice

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Spirituality

What steps can be taken to hear God's voice? Or, which steps work the best, garner the best results? What is the attitude necessary for hearing the Lord speak? It is so important to hear the voice of God! Come laugh and think with me!

Dec 6

Dec 6 006 Faith vs. Reason (5) The Bible's View of Reality

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Faith vs Reason

We are bombarded with daily instructions to doubt all of reality. Contrastingly, the Bible shows us that we simply must begin with faith. Jesus himself called for faith, faith in him and his message. But there can be no appeal greater than God himself, and in this episode I will explore the logic of why that is the case. In the end, believers are called to exhibit humble confidence or a confident humility. Oh, and I share some of my own faith-journey.