Episode List

The spirit of the age says all human beings find their value in group identity, can be divided into oppressor and oppressed, have varying degrees of moral authority based on their level of oppression and can find salvation through activism with the goal of social liberation, but the Spirit of God says all human beings […]

The spirit of the age increasingly endorses Socialism as the preferable economic system, Marxism as the preferable overarching grand narrative of the flow of history, and ideological uniformity and its variants such as “Neo-Marxism,” “Cultural Marxism” and others as effective tools for social transformation and economic equity, but the Spirit of God says humans have […]

The spirit of the age says gender is a social construct that is fluid, multitudinous and based on the potentially shifting feelings of a person, but the Spirit of God says that God created human beings as male and female and that though social conventions and cultural expectations may vary, our fundamental identities as either […]

The spirit of the age says marriage is a legal contract between two persons (currently) regardless of biological sex or gender identification, but the Spirit of God says marriage is a sacred covenant in which one biological man and one biological woman are joined together in complementary one flesh unity for the purpose of reflecting […]

The spirit of the age says homosexual practice stems from innate, unchangeable, morally praiseworthy attractions, but the Spirit of God says homosexual practice stems from the sinful nature and violates God’s good design for human sexuality, but can be forgiven and the person redeemed by the life, death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. […]

The spirit of the age says homosexual practice stems from innate, unchangeable, morally praiseworthy attractions, but the Spirit of God says homosexual practice stems from the sinful nature and violates God’s good design for human sexuality, but can be forgiven and the person redeemed by the life, death and resurrection of the Lord Jesus Christ. […]

The spirit of the age says sex is a pleasurable pursuit that can be disconnected from marital commitment and can be experienced in whatever way one finds desirable within the bounds of consent, but the Spirit of God says sex is a pleasurable gift of God given to promote human connection and flourishing within the […]

Followers of Jesus must counter the anger and confusion of our times with God’s love and truth as we pursue personal holiness and demonstrate practical love for people. In part 1 of Deciphering the Cultural Zeitgeist, Pastor Dan Cox reads from James 1:19-27.

There are 3 purposes that God has for His Church and they are Worship, Nurture and Evangelism. Matt Hoffman reads from John 4:19-42.

God deserves first place in our lives and our love, faith and obedience. Ralph Babineau reads from Genesis 25:27-34.

Eternal life and godliness is a gift of God’s grace and is demonstrated in sound doctrine, righteous character and good works. In part 10 of 1 Timothy & Titus: Godly Life and Leadership, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Titus 2:1 – 3:15.

Followers of Jesus must flee evil, pursue godliness and persevere in faith for the glory of the Lord Jesus Christ. In part 9 of 1 Timothy & Titus: Godly Life and Leadership, Pastor Dan Cox reads from 1 Timothy 6:11-16, 20-21.

Godliness with contentment is great gain, but the love of money is a root of all kinds of evils. In part 8 of 1 Timothy & Titus: Godly Life and Leadership, Pastor Dan Cox reads from 1 Timothy 6:2-10,17-19.

Relationships in the church should be characterized by respect, compassion, honor and wisdom. In part 7 of 1 Timothy & Titus: Godly Life and Leadership, Pastor Dan Cox reads from 1 Timothy 5:1-6:2.

Followers of Jesus are called to vigorously pursue godly doctrine, godly character and godly service. In part 6 of 1 Timothy & Titus: Godly Life and Leadership, Pastor Dan Cox reads from 1 Timothy 3:14 – 4:16.

Spiritual leadership is a noble task which requires mature Christian character. In part 5 of 1 Timothy & Titus: Godly Life and Leadership, Pastor Dan Cox reads from 1 Timothy 3:1-13 and Titus 1:1-16.

Men and women who follow Jesus Christ are called to lead prayerful, peaceful, godly lives. In part 4 of 1 Timothy & Titus: Godly Life and Leadership, Pastor Dan Cox reads from 1 Timothy 2:8-15.

Pray without ceasing. Pastor Chuck Beckler reads from 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18.

As followers of Jesus, we are permanently indwelt by the Spirit, but nevertheless we must choose daily to walk in dependence on His power. In part 9 of Soul Construction: The Fruit of the Spirit, Pastor Dan Cox reads from Galatians 5:24-25.

Good fathers are essential for healthy children, secure families and an orderly society. Pastor Dan Cox reads from Deuteronomy 6:1-9.