Episodes
It’s Mailbag Friday!
You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers!
Segment 1:
• Is "adiaphora" really biblical—or just a convenient term for neutral doctrines?
Segment 2:
• Thanksgiving turmoil: How do I navigate a mother-in-law's divisive actions?
• Is studying theology just "fighting over vain words"? How do I respond?
Segment 3:
• Why would demons drive someone toward the Bible? A perplexing spiritual paradox.
• Does boxing...
Published 11/22/24
Segment 1:
• Jesus' Favorite Subject: What did Jesus like to talk about?
• Your Priorities Matter: Where does the church rank on your priority list?
• Beware of Wicked Arguments: Misusing theology to justify sin is spiritual poison.
Segment 2:
• Jesus Loves His Bride: The Church is central to God’s heart and plan.
• Fellowship Over Comfort: Better to be tired in worship than rested in isolation.
• Perspective Check: Worship isn’t...
Published 11/21/24
It’s Witness Wednesday!
Todd Friel is on campus in Gainesville, GA to talk with students about creation, repentance, and genuine belief over tradition.
Segment 1:
• Complexity Points to a Creator: A future doctor acknowledges the design of the human body as evidence of God’s creation.
• Faith vs. Commandments: The student believes following commandments earns salvation but admits personal failure in keeping them perfectly.
• Grace Explained: Salvation...
Published 11/20/24
Segment 1:
• Biblical Perspective: The Bible doesn’t address 21st-century deportation directly—apply OT principles thoughtfully.
• Unity Over Division: Don’t let this non-essential issue divide us. Respond gracefully to disagreement.
• What’s in It for You: Gain clarity on balancing biblical truth with modern complexities.
Segment 2:
• Degrees of Issues: The Bible gives varying levels of importance—think critically before fighting over differences....
Published 11/19/24
Segment 1:
• Shift Focus: Are we too consumed by politics, forgetting what truly matters in light of eternity?
• Christ’s Example: Jesus submitted to laws He didn’t need to, to avoid stumbling others—eternity was His mission.
• Takeaway: God’s interest is eternal and glorious—what are you preoccupied with?
Segment 2:
• Be the Touch: Jesus touched outcasts; we can do the same for isolated, hurting people today.
• Modern "Lepers": Social media...
Published 11/18/24
It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers!
Segment 1:
• Preteen Ministry Focus? – What should preteen ministry look like? More catechism or something else?
• Worship Music Dilemma – Should I be concerned if our Bible institute uses songs from a controversial church?
• Supporting Sound Doctrine or Not? – How do I handle a worship choice that feels like it's supporting false teaching?
Segment 2:
• Overcoming Gospel Awkwardness? –...
Published 11/15/24
Segment 1:
• God’s Design in Our Brains: Dr. Jason Lisle discusses the intricate, purposeful design of human brain cells as a reflection of God’s creation.
• Concerning Trends in Reproductive Rights: Recent laws, like Colorado’s "reproductive freedom," raise questions about society's direction and impact on women and children.
• 3D Ultrasounds’ Dual Effect: These ultrasounds bring a realistic view of life but can also bring emotional pain, emphasizing the reality of...
Published 11/14/24
It’s Witness Wednesday!
Todd Friel is at Georgia Tech to talk with students about faith and masculinity, doubt, and pluralism.
Segment 1:
• Men and Faith: Todd tackles the perception that church is “too feminine,” encouraging men to deeply commit to God’s word.
• Cultural Expectations of Masculinity: Why are some traits linked with masculinity and where does faith align or diverge from cultural norms?
• Godly Masculinity Defined: Todd examines the...
Published 11/13/24
Segment 1:
• Peacemaking in Theology: Are the warring camps of continuationists and cessationists closer than they think?
• Spirit in Tandem with Jesus: The Spirit's role today isn’t independent; it aligns with Jesus’ Word.
• Holy Spirit and Experience: Can we embrace the Spirit's ongoing work without compromising Scripture?
Segment 2:
• Luther’s Bold Claim: Martin Luther taught that our souls are in bondage to Satan, needing the Spirit for true...
Published 11/12/24
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• Eternal Focus Over Election Fever: With politics in turmoil, it’s time to refocus on eternity—hell is far worse than any national crisis.
• The Cost of a Lost Soul: Earthly gains are empty when eternity is on the line; there’s no hope in bartering your soul.
• The Moment After Death: For the lost, the first instant after death is one of unimaginable despair—better never to have been born than to die in sin.
Segment 2:
• An Eternity Without...
Published 11/11/24
"It’s Mailbag Friday! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers!”
Segment 1:
• Faith Clubs at Public Schools? – Can a student-led Bible club really meet at a public school?
• Witnessing in a Christian Bubble? – Is it possible to witness effectively in a Christian college?
• God-Honoring Dating Tips? – How can I best honor God in my dating relationship?
Segment 2:
• Faithful Dating Advice – What does honoring God look like in dating?
•...
Published 11/08/24
Segment 1:
• Beware of Overcorrection: Don’t swing too far in response to political wins or losses—keep the faith focused on Kingdom values.
• Celebrate, Then Refocus: Rejoice in positive change but remember, God’s mission is ongoing, and it’s time to get busy with real work.
• Limit Political Saviors: Leaders can’t bring in a "Godly age"; political slogans aren’t the solution—God’s work goes beyond them.
Segment 2:
• Historical Futility Reminder:...
Published 11/07/24
It’s Witness Wednesday!
Todd Friel is at Georgia Tech to talk with students about physics, faith, and the nature of truth.
Segment 1
• Facing the Anxiety: Todd Friel candidly shares the internal battle of overcoming fear to witness on campus.
• Reframing Rejection: Todd emphasizes that the worst outcome is simply being turned down—a small price for the potential impact.
Segment 2
• Stephen’s Postmodern Belief: A physics major rejects organized...
Published 11/06/24
Segment 1:
• Tucker Carlson’s Encounter with Evil: A demon attack led him to seek answers in the Bible.
• Health Questions Arise: Rise in skin issues, allergies, and gender confusion as societal shifts.
• Demonic Reality: Mark 9 highlights the real presence of demonic activity.
Segment 2:
• A Personal Journey: Tucker reflects on his demonic experience without fanatical overtones.
• Seeking Understanding: He’s on a path to make sense of it all,...
Published 11/05/24
Segment 1:
• Election as a Heart Check: Tomorrow’s results reveal where your hope truly lies.
• Faith Anchored or Shaken: Misplaced hope in outcomes signals a faith problem.
• Divine Sovereignty: God has already determined the outcome—rest in that.
Segment 2:
• Policy vs. Personality: Christians backed Trump for policies, overlooking flaws.
• MacArthur Speaks: Insights on Harris, socialism, and the erosion of values.
• Covetousness in...
Published 11/04/24
Segment 1
• How Tall is Todd?
• What should you ‘put on’ after you have ‘put off’ sin?
• Is it okay to wait for your preferred time and place to be baptized?
Segment 2
• How can you share the Gospel as a public school teacher?
Segment 3
• Should you wait to marry or date after struggling with pornography? Are there sins that a woman would bring to a relationship that would harm a brother in Christ?
• How do you respond to someone...
Published 11/01/24
Segment 1
• Why Christians should shift their focus from politics to other critical issues.
• Celebrating Martin Luther’s bold stance in 1517 against indulgences and traditions.
• Martin Luther and Girolamo Savonarola dared to question the Church’s control over salvation.
Segment 2
• There were a number of issues that were central to the Protestant Reformation.
• How indulgences distorted salvation and why the Reformers sacrificed to correct it....
Published 10/31/24
It’s Witness Wednesday!
Todd Friel is at Georgia Tech to talk with students about creation, morality, and redemption.
Segment 1
• Faith Through a Chicken Sandwich: Todd starts with a Chick-fil-A analogy to make a point about creation and a Creator.
• Moral Accountability and Divine Justice: Using simple examples like lying and stealing, Todd makes a case for moral accountability and judgment.
• Exploring Agnostic Doubts: Ryan, a computer engineering...
Published 10/30/24
Segment 1
• If you want to manage anxiety better, first decide where your trust lies—God or self?
• Being "alone" is vastly different from being a "child of God." Anchor yourself in God’s identity.
• Anxiety isn’t something you’ll avoid, but trusting God over yourself changes everything.
Segment 2
• If you bet on yourself, anxiety will persist. Put both feet into the Christian camp for real peace.
• Shocking stats reveal many Christians think...
Published 10/29/24
Segment 1
• We’ve transitioned from Post-Modernism to Meta-Modernism, which dominates university culture today.
• A swipe-culture where students only engage with fragmented news bites, embracing contradictory ideas without context.
• Meta-Modernism feeds off skepticism, encouraging a belief system with no solid foundation.
Segment 2
• It's a mindset where embracing contradictions is normal and self-centeredness reigns supreme.
• Meta-Modernism...
Published 10/28/24
It’s Mailbag Week! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers!
Segment 1:
• Bible Reading Basics: What’s the best way to approach daily Bible reading to get the most out of it?
• When Is Enough, Enough? How long should someone be clean from pornography before considering marriage?
Segment 2:
• Porn and Marriage: How does past porn use affect a marriage, and what should you do about it?
Segment 3:
• Praying to God or Jesus? Is it wrong to...
Published 10/25/24
It’s Mailbag Week! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers!
Segment 1
• How do you conquer a sin like Pride? Ryan is looking for actionable strategies to deal with pride, unlike other more visible sins that have clear-cut battle plans.
• Do Christians need to keep Old Testament laws? An anonymous listener asks about the Hebrew Roots Movement and if Christians are biblically commanded to observe Old Testament laws and feasts.
Segment 2
• How nice is too...
Published 10/24/24
It’s Witness Wednesday!
Segment 1 Summary:
• Philip’s Struggle with Faith and Commitment: A young man raised in a secular French culture navigates his belief in a Christian God but hesitates to fully commit.
• Capitalism vs. Socialism: A candid comparison of the U.S. and France’s contrasting systems and their influence on quality of life and values.
• Morality and Lifestyle Choices: Philip’s internal conflict about sin, freedom, and responsibility in light of...
Published 10/23/24
It’s Mailbag Week! You’ve got questions, we’ve got answers!
Segment 1:
• Is it wise for churches to start schools open to non-Christian families? Could it compromise the mission?
• How can you effectively help a friend battling a pornography addiction? Where should you start?
Segment 2:
• A mom in your apologetics group has shared she’s using Steven Furtick sermons to disciple her daughter. What’s the right way to address concerns?
Segment 3:...
Published 10/22/24