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Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
Wednesday Mar 01, 2023
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Sometimes, when people are talking about something they did wrong, part of explanation is “that’s not who I really am.” It feels very Christian to say that, but also if we’re all sinful…it kind of is, right? Is that an actual explanation? (18:50-34:56)
How do you know when someone is overspiritualizing something? I hear people talk very churchy or write stuff online and they way they put seems like…a lot for what they are talking about. But is that just me being judgmental? (35:08-50:12)
So John 12:47-48 says “If anyone hears my words but does not keep them, I do not judge that person. For I did not come to judge the world, but to save the world. There is a judge for the one who rejects me and does not accept my words; the very words I have spoken will condemn them at the last day.” What does that mean - Jesus doesn’t judge me, but God does? Aren’t they the same? (50:15-59:20)
Closing Song: Micah 6:8 (The Poolhouse Guru)
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
Wednesday Feb 22, 2023
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People were talking about how the Grammy’s and Super Bowl halftime show were “satanic.” Are people being serious with that? Why are people so weird about this stuff? (14:10-31:11)
Bonus thematic relevant emergency! (31:16-42:05)
How would you define woke ? Is it a term as a Christian we should be associated with? I’ve heard different definitions and even some have suggested quite dark origins of the phrase so I’m really unsure whether it’s something I should use or relate to? Thanks! (42:10-57:34)
Closing Song: Don't Chas Shadows (Lee Younger)
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
Wednesday Feb 08, 2023
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I’m just getting to the point in my life where I make enough money to have savings. How do I know how to balance saving with giving? (19:24-37:01)
The Bible says “Abraham believed God and it was credited to him as righteousness.” The idea of “believing God” struck me. Is that different from believing in God? How do I do it more? (37:04-50:02)
I have heard people talk about what “Guarding your heart” doesn’t mean (purity culture, watching secular movies, etc). But what does it actually mean? (50:05-1:01:13)
Closing Song: You Have Better (Jed Brewer)
Tuesday Jan 31, 2023
Tuesday Jan 31, 2023
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How do I know Im doing something wise? How do I really know when I have found wisdom to apply to my life? (17:41-32:22)
Can you guys recommend some books about theology for someone who is new to it? (32:26-48:41)
When something awful is in the news, on social media, etc. I sometimes want to just not think about it anymore. Is that okay? Like, I know these things are serious and facing the truth of things is important, but it feels like a lot sometimes. (48:45-1:03:09)
Closing Song: A Mighty Fortress (Pete Lawson)
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
Tuesday Jan 24, 2023
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Once again, the emergencies are coming faster than we can deal with them. Billboards, job postings, the worst venue for an altar call, a new low in Christian parody songs, and more!
Closing Song: Amazing Grace (Glenn Kaiser)
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
Tuesday Jan 17, 2023
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I have been thinking about the idea of “bearing fruit”. It seems like it’s just a Christiany way to say “be busy and accomplish a lot”. Am I missing something? (15:47-30:28)
A famous pastor recently said online that the most important thing a Christian can do is read the whole Bible repeatedly. Honestly, I get a little tired of the Bible sometimes. Is that okay? (30:32-48:21)
Romans 2:5 says that because of stubborn you are storing up wrath against yourself for the day of God’s wrath. That sounds bad. What can I do about that? (48:24-59:09)
Closing Song: 2 Corinthians 3:17 (The Poolhouse Guru)
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
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Is "being intentional" really an important thing? Or is it another Christian cliche? (18:43-32:54)
I know we are not supposed to judge other people’s salvation. But there are also clearly people who claim the title of “Christian” who don’t line up with the teachings of Jesus at all. What are we supposed to do with that? (32:57-46:31)
Sometimes in the gospels, when Jesus heals someone, He tells them to tell people- like their village or the temple officials. Other times He tells them to keep it a secret. I can’t see a pattern in why it is one or the other. What is going on here? (46:36-57:38)
Closing Song: No One Like You (Lee Younger)
Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
Wednesday Jan 04, 2023
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People say the new year is a good time for a fresh start. That sounds good to me, but I don’t really know how to do it. (17:13-31:17)
2022 was a rough year, and it took a lot of me. How do I actually make 2023 better? (31:21-41:21)
How can I healthily manage stress? Just reminding myself “God’s got this” has not really lead to much peace. (41:26-56:31)
Closing Song: I Am New (Jed Brewer)
Tuesday Dec 27, 2022
Tuesday Dec 27, 2022
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We take a look at a megachurch Christmas program that brings together the Grinch and Thriller, the most misguided LinkedIn message of the year and all the other wackiness that Christian culture had to offer in 2022.
Closing Song: Always, Always, Always (Jed Brewer)
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
Wednesday Dec 21, 2022
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I did something that would hurt my partner if they found out, And I don’t know how they would react. I feel guilty not telling them. What should I do? (18:58-38:04)
People talk a lot about not taking Christmas seriously enough. I get that it isn’t about commercialization, but how “serious” am I supposed to be being here? (38:07-54:56)
There was so much talk about the “Proverbs 31 woman” in purity culture stuff. It’s hard to look at that chapter without all that stuff on it. What does it really mean? (54:59-1:06:42)
Closing Song: O Holy Night (The Poolhouse Guru)