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Amos is a very popular book that it used by social justice Christians. In this podcast, Monique Duson (Founder, Center for Biblical Unity) and I will do two things. We want to model for you how to interpret a prophetic book of the Bible, as well as give you insight into the book of Amos itself.

As the U.S. becomes increasingly hostile to our faith, it's a good time to hear from Christians who have lived under persecution. We will gain wisdom from our Egyptian brothers and sisters about how they have navigated life for centuries largely as second-class citizens.

Critical Theory isn't just a problem at secular universities. It has flooded into most Christian universities as well. If you are thinking about sending your teen to, or have a student attending, a Christian university in order to shield them from this framework, you need to watch this show! Guest: Dr. Corey Miller

Let's talk about the real Christian alternative to Halloween: Reformation Day. Is it a mere coincidence that the two fall on the same day? Who was Martin Luther and why did he nail 95 Theses to the door of a church? What was he trying to accomplish? Guest: Historian, Douglas Bond

Last week, the Pope made some statements about being in favor of gay civil unions that have left many Protestants very confused. Join me for a clarifying conversation with an expert on Roman Catholic theology, Anthony Costello.

There is a LOT of conversation happening in the culture –– and in churches –– right now that people experience the world very differently based on their gender or ethnicity. In fact, they experience SO differently that there really is no such thing as common human experience or objective truth. This has HUGE implications for things like how we interpret the Bible and what we believe to be morally right. Let's talk about it. Guest: Dr. Aaron Preston Professor of Philosophy, Valparaiso University

The phrase "racial reconciliation" is tossed around in churches a lot as a worthy goal. But what does it actually MEAN? And how do we accomplish this? Let's talk about it.

I am getting a LOT of letters from people who have recently left their church, or are wondering if they need to. Let's talk about how COVID has changed a lot of things in our lives and some thoughts about a way forward.

Interview: Latasha Fields from Christian Home Educators Support System Let's have some honest conversation about the broken education system in many of our inner cities. Sub-par education often affects low income people the most. We will be talking about how parental rights and education should be part of a long-term strategy to help lift people out of poverty.

Surprise guest! Plus, we get a lot of inquiries that sound like, “What is your interpretation of this passage…?” Rather than creating an atmosphere of people being dependent on us to interpret the Scriptures FOR them, it is much better and healthier for us to teach y’all how to interpret the Scriptures for yourself.

It's the show where you –– the viewers –– are the producers. We answer your questions about nearly everything. What could possibly go wrong?

Social justice Christians will often bring up the observation that there are a number of passages in Scripture that command God’s people to take up the cause of the poor, the oppressed, the fatherless, the widow, and the foreigner. But what exactly is this “cause” that God wants His people to take up? And, as God’s New Covenant people, how can we do that in our own modern context?

Law & Gospel || Kindled Podcast by Krista Bontrager

Let's talk about the transforming power of the Gospel and how it has changed an entire city in Cambodia, which used to be a major destination for human trafficking. This will be a case study on the relationship between the Gospel and justice. Interview with Agape International Ministries.

Guest: Dr. Neil Shenvi; Many pastors are recommending anti-racist books to their congregation. They are being put forward as authoritative guides to culture and what our response to the current racial crisis should be. Let's talk about White Fragility, How to Be an Anti-Racist, The Color of Compromise, and Be The Bridge. Dr. Shenvi and Dr. Sawyer's article: https://shenviapologetics.com/do-whites-need-corporate-repentance-for-historical-sins/

2 Corinthians 5:18 is frequently used as a biblical warrant for "racial reconciliation." But is that what it actually says? And what does the Bible teach about racial reconciliation? Let's talk about it. Special guest: Monique Duson from the Center for Biblical Unity.

Guest: Keri Smith, Co-Host "Unsafe Space" podcast Keri will share her 20-year journey as a "social justice warrior" and how she came out of it and to faith in Christ.

Guest: Jay Medenwaldt; The Enneagram claims that it is a psychological and spiritual personality assessment that reveals our inner motivations. It has become very popular in recent years, particularly among Christians. It is seen as a useful tool for spiritual growth. Jay Medenwaldt is a doctoral student (PhD - Social Psychology) who has been researching the question: Is the Enneagram a valid personality test? He shares his research with us.

Does the story of Zacchaeus offer a biblical case for reparations? Does it address the problem of what to do with unjustly acquired wealth by 250 years of slavery, 90 years of Jim Crow, and 35 years of racist housing policies? Let's talk about it.

Socialism is making a comeback in America. Poll after poll shows that young Americans have a positive image of socialism. In fact, more than half say they would rather live in a socialist country than in a capitalist one. Did Jesus call on earthly governments to redistribute wealth? Was imposing a welfare state part of His vision for loving our neighbor? Author and economist, Lawrence Reed will share insights from his book, Was Jesus a Socialist, with us.

We are going to take a look at the history of eugenics (aka "scientific racism"). It was a major scientific movement in the early 20th century that most people don't know about. What role did Darwin's theory play in the rise of eugenics in America? And what does eugenics tell us about the foundations of institutionalized racism?

There are a lot of prominent evangelical leaders saying that racism is a "gospel issue." In part 2 of this teaching series, theologian, Krista Bontrager, looks at the ways that the Gospel provides the basis of ethnic unity in the Body of Christ.

Guest: Pastor, Virgil "Omaha" Walker, from the "Just Thinking Podcast" We are getting flooded with messages from people saying that their churches are getting woke and their pastors are recommending Be The Bridge and White Fragility. Let's have some real talk about what's happening in our churches.

We love America. But it took a while for our country to realize the promise of freedom for all. How do we find balance between the reality of slavery and our celebration of freedom on the 4th of July? Guest: Dr. Carol Swain

Many Christians are adopting the Social Justice framework without inquiring whether the ideas fought for under the banner of "social justice" are actually biblical. Dr. Thaddeus Williams will join us to discuss the questions Christians should be asking about Social Justice.

There are a lot of prominent evangelical leaders saying that racism is a "gospel issue." But I've also seen things like the coronavirus called a "gospel issue." So, let's go back to basics. What IS the Gospel? Then we can begin to evaluate the question, Is racism a "gospel issue"?

Did you know that there were female apostles? And deacons? And why have priests historically been only men? Join us for an informative conversation exploring the role of women in the early church with Orthodox theologian and New Testament scholar, Dr. Jeannie Constantinou.

The news narrative right now can feel toxic. Let's talk about interracial friendships and family relationships. How can we listen well and love those who are hurting? How can we stand for truth, but with gentleness and respect?

Part 2 of our conversation about "justice." In this teaching, I tackle the questions: What does justice look like for the accused? How should Christians stand for justice for the accused? There was a lot to process in light of the recent events.

While many Christians are rushing to read books on Critical Race Theory this week, we're going to talk to two Christians who already made the journey in and OUT of CRT. Monique and our guest, Edwin Ramirez, will share their stories. And we'll talk about the new CRT canon: White Fragility, Be the Bridge, etc. ALL THE THINGS is the weekly show where we talk about all the things related to God, the Bible and real life.

Our country is in the middle of a very messy conversation about race and justice. People are hurting. Cities are burning. Now what? How can we bring biblical principles to bear on this current reality.

How to Answer God's Call to Justice by Krista Bontrager

Guest: Alisa Childers; Progressive theology is the new liberal creep in many evangelical churches and colleges. But what are some of the signs that your local church is drifting into these errors? Let's talk about it.

Truth matters. But it is getting increasingly difficult to find accurate information. Jesus says He IS the Truth. Thus, Christians should have a reputation for being the most truthful people on earth. But sadly, we don’t. How can we do better?

There is a lot of difficult conversation happening this week on social media about the Ahmaud Arbery shooting. Join us for an important conversation with our friends, Jamal Bandy (from Prescribed Truth) and Samuel Sey. How can Christians respond to injustice from a distinctly Christian point of view and not just get swept away by emotionalism or tribalism?

There are several factors happening in our culture right now that are an assault on God’s will for us to work. But if we are going to live a holy life, then we need to include some discussion about our theology of work.

Our takes on a hodge-podge of topics that we've seen this week on social media: Why single women are leaving their churches; a tweet by Jackie Hill Perry about white evangelicals; and, a social justice perspective on reopening the economy.

Prosperity is an idea that has been hijacked by Word of Faith preachers. But living paycheck-to-paycheck isn't part of God's plan for His people either. Let's talk about how living according to God’s wisdom can help us flourish.

We talk to pro-life advocate and blogger, Sam Sey. In a cultural moment that is telling men they shouldn't have a voice on this issue, we are looking forward to hearing why Sam thinks that men's voices are critical to the discussion. We also discuss parental rights and homeschooling.

A lot of people are suddenly experiencing reduced income and having difficulty meeting their basic needs. And the homeless population is on the rise. How can Christians help the homeless and hungry in this crisis? How can churches work to bring long-term hope to those who struggle? Guest: Bryan Crain, COO at the Orange Country Rescue Mission ALL THE THINGS is the weekly show where we talk about all the things related to God, the Bible and real life. Connect: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheologyMom Podcast: Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Google Play (search "theology mom") Email: [email protected] Facebook: @attlivestream

The stimulus checks are coming. Let's talk about budgeting during a time of quarantine and job loss. We're also going to talk about the loans coming from the SBA to churches. What questions should we be asking? We have some thoughts.

There is a lot of conversation happening right now about loving our neighbor. And it all sounds so pretty. But it's actually a fairly complicated issue. I want to highlight some relevant points from Scripture to help us think this through a bit more.

Our friend, Jim Moseley (TheBibleHistoryGuy.com) came on and give us a masterclass about the final hours of Jesus. We tackled questions like, What day did Jesus actually die on? Was the Last Supper a Passover meal? And how did darkness fall during Jesus' crucifixion? Then we spent some time asking some questions that are concerning us about the restrictions against gathering as a church.

There are many speculations about the "mark of the beast." When I was a kid, there were concerns about using credit cards and using bar codes. More recently, it’s microchips and now vaccines. What does it really mean?

If the resurrection of Jesus is the most important event in the Christian faith, why are the Gospel accounts so contradictory? Former cold case detective, J. Warner Wallace will bring his expertise in interviewing hundreds of eyewitnesses in his career to help us understand this curious aspect of the Gospels.

Let's have a real conversation about the large-scale trauma that we are experiencing right now. How can we cope and help our kids cope with our current reality?

Ask us your questions about God, the Bible or real life. Or, share some tips about how you're coping in this difficult season. Or, just come fellowship. Let's have some fun!

Welp, life seems to be cancelled –– at least temporarily –– by the coronavirus. So, let's talk about it from a Christian point of view. What does love look like in the middle of a pandemic? And it's the show's one-year anniversary.

Protecting women from violence and discrimination is a hot topic. The feminist movement claims to address these issues in its fight for women’s rights. They also often claim that the Bible oppresses women. But is this true? Guest: Laurie Stewart

What happened when a youth pastor set up a Tik Tok account and started following his students? What Christian parents need to know about this popular social media platform and how it is shaping our kids' souls.