There’s perhaps no more contentious issue in our modern culture than that of what the Bible teaches about homosexuality. As Christians, we want to be able to answer this question lovingly, confidently, and truthfully. Sam Allberry, who wrestle with same-sex attraction himself, answered some hard questions at the ERLC National Conference. We hope this message equips you to speak the truth in love. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Jul 18, 2017•50 min•Ep. 58
Many people only associate protecting babies with pro-life issues. And while being pro-life is about advocating for life in and out of the womb, it’s about much more, including celebrating the beauty of diversity. At the Evangelicals for Life conference, Jackie Hill Perry addressed this topic in a challenging and helpful message. We hope you enjoy it. Life matters at every age and stage of development. Join the ERLC and Focus on the Family and we discuss important issues pertaining to life at th...
Jul 11, 2017•21 min•Ep. 57
Marriage is a good gift from God. Yet, it’s often elevated to the point that singles are left out. At the ERLC National Conference, Jennifer Marshall, in her talk "How Singles Can Contribute to a Marriage Culture," points out that single have a valuable role to play. We hope you’re encouraged by this message. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Jun 20, 2017•7 min•Ep. 56
Many Christians retreat from the cultures around them because they’re afraid of compromising. But at the ERLC’s National Conference, J.D. Greear, in his talk How Can Churches Engage the Public Square without Compromising the Gospel?, gives us wisdom about being in but not of the world. Living like our Savior will mean actively loving the world. We hope you find courage from this message. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Jun 13, 2017•20 min•Ep. 55
We’ve reached a tipping point regarding family in our culture. Our society is ravaged by destroyed marriages and dysfunctional families. At the ERLC National Conference, Dennis Rainey said this is an incredible opportunity for Christian marriages and families. We hope this message strengthens you to be a faithful witness to those you live among. Hear Dennis Rainey and other speakers at the fourth annual ERLC National Conference on " Parenting: Christ-Centered Parenting in a Complex World " on Au...
Jun 06, 2017•21 min•Ep. 54
Our culture is obsessed with sex—but in many of the wrong ways. Thankfully, God has designed and has spoken about his intentions in creating sex. Danny Akin, at the ERLC National Conference, says that God is “pro-sex” and discusses the good boundaries God has place on this gift for the good of his people. We hope this message is helpful to you. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
May 30, 2017•27 min•Ep. 53
Many pastors are afraid to speak to cultural issues, which is a detriment to the flock they’re shepherding. More importantly, there’s a lack of discipleship that trains Christians to think biblically about the issues of our neighborhoods. A panel of pastors, including Jimmy Scroggins, David Prince, Robby Gallaty, and Bryan Loritts gave helpful advice about these topics at the ERLC National Conference. We hope you’re encouraged by this message. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tun...
May 23, 2017•32 min•Ep. 52
There’s a lot of talk about those in their 20’s and 30’s, more commonly known as “Millennials.” Stereotypes often pit these young adults as lazy and incompetent. But at the ERLC’s National Conference, a panel of trusted leaders speaks to the strengths of Millennials, while not overlooking their weaknesses. We hope you find this conversation helpful. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
May 16, 2017•41 min•Ep. 51
Today’s society is a confused one, even when it comes to basic matter of sex and gender. So at the ERLC’s National Conference, Denny Burk addressed attendees with an important message titled A gospel-centered assessment of gender identity, transgender, and polygamy. We hope this message will equip you to talk to your neighbors with the compassion of Christ. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
May 09, 2017•42 min•Ep. 50
Tony Evans is a spiritual giant and a mentor to many through his ministry, especially when it comes to the area of racial reconciliation. At the ERLC’s Leadership Summit, his message titled, Oneness Embraced: Racial Reconciliation, the Kingdom, and Justice, painted a hopeful picture of how God will unite his church from every tribe, tongue, and nation. We hope this message gives you a greater heart for diversity. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
May 02, 2017•44 min•Ep. 49
Human dignity is a paramount issue in our culture, and it’s imperative that Christians do whatever we can to stand for life. At the Evangelicals for Life Conference, Russell Moore showed how the gospel calls us to be advocates for all of life. We hope this message equips you to stand for life. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Apr 25, 2017•37 min•Ep. 48
Many people often think that thoughtful interaction with the arts is only for certain “creative” types. But Karen Swallow Prior, Mike Cosper, Alissa Wilkinson, and Steven Bush help us see that the arts are for all people, and the gospel shapes how Christians interact with them. We hope you enjoy this message. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Apr 18, 2017•30 min•Ep. 47
There’s no denying that we live in an overly sexualized society—and if the church doesn’t address these issues, the world will. At the ERLC National Conference, Ben Stuart, who has years of experience with college students, spoke to this topic in his talk: God, Guys, and Girls – Pursuing Sexual Purity in a Porn Culture. We hope this talk strengthens you to pursue purity. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Apr 11, 2017•18 min•Ep. 46
Developing a heart for and practice of racial reconciliation is one of the most needed works in the church. D.A. Horton’s talk, For the City – Race, Urban Ministry, and Cultural Engagement, at the ERLC National Conference will help us as Christians think biblically about loving and serving our neighbors and working within the church to promote diversity. We hope you’re challenged by this message. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Apr 04, 2017•17 min•Ep. 45
There’s no doubt about the major role that sports play in our society. So, it’s only fitting that the topic was addressed at the ERLC National Conference. David Prince, who is an avid lover of baseball and college football, discussed how Christians can view and use sports as a means of discipleship and a way to engage with those around us. We hope you find this podcast helpful. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Mar 28, 2017•47 min•Ep. 44
Many issues in today’s culture must be addressed by Christians, especially leaders within the church. At the ERLC National Conference, Andrew Walker hosted a panel about a few of those issues. The panel, Sexuality, Religious Liberty, and Cultural Engagement, featured Jennifer Marshall, Barrett Duke, and Erik Stanley. We hope this episode will help you think biblically about engaging with these important topics. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Mar 21, 2017•43 min•Ep. 43
The legalization of abortion has meant the tragic death of millions of babies over the years. March for Life is a peaceful protest of this atrocity and a way to proclaim the inherent value of every human life. At the Evangelicals for Life Conference, Jeanne Mancini, herself a Catholic, shared about the importance of an evangelical presence at this March and in this movement. We hope this episode educates and equips you to keep on marching for life. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher ...
Mar 14, 2017•10 min•Ep. 42
The theme of diversity is undeniable in the Bible. God never intended for us to be a monolithic people. Thabiti Anyabwile addressed this issue in his message “The Image of God and Racial Reconciliation: A Biblical Theology of Kingdom Diversity” at the ERLC’s Leadership Summit. We hope this message will encourage you to promote and celebrate diversity in your church. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Mar 07, 2017•43 min•Ep. 41
How do Christians respond to a culture that increasingly condemns what the Bible calls “good” and “right”? At the ERLC’s National Conference, Dr. Mohler gave a talk titled “Aftermath: Ministering In A Post-Marriage Culture,” where he addressed how we can be faithful to the gospel in the midst of this moral revolution. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Feb 28, 2017•44 min•Ep. 40
Garrett Kell was living for pleasure and found himself in an unexpected situation. At Evangelicals for Life 2016, Kell shared his story of finding out his girlfriend was pregnant, assisting her in seeking out an abortion, and being pursued and forgiven by the God of the universe. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Feb 21, 2017•14 min•Ep. 39
At the ERLC’s National Conference, Bryan Loritts, a pastor in California, spoke about the necessity of Christians crossing ethnic lines and investing in others who are different than us. His message, Right Color, Wrong Culture: Pursuing Multi-ethnic Cultural Engagement, is a must-listen, especially in our current cultural climate. This message will equip you to build relationships that look more like God’s intention for the church. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Feb 07, 2017•36 min•Ep. 38
Increasingly, the evangelical church is being associated with extremism. At the ERLC National Conference, Gabe Lyons reminds us that continuing to seek truth in Scripture will enable us to be bold when faced with this opposition and confusion. We hope this message gives you courage to live with convictional kindness as a Christian. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Jan 31, 2017•17 min•Ep. 37
Millennials are the next generation to lead the church in cultural issues, so how they handle the pro-life movement is crucial. Briana Stensrud, Mollie Hemingway, Trillia Newbell, Alison Howard, and Andrew Walker discuss the conflicts that arise with this issue and how millennials can engage well. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Jan 24, 2017•47 min•Ep. 36
What does embracing diversity as a church look like? At the ERLC Leadership Summit, Jim Richards helps us understand what it’s like to develop a church that looks like heaven. We hope this message gives you a vision for the church that more closely resembles the Kingdom of God. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Jan 17, 2017•20 min•Ep. 35
There are more than 400,000 children in the U.S. foster care system. At the ERLC Evangelicals for Life Conference, Sharen Ford challenges the church to bring stability to children within a system that knows change all too well. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Jan 10, 2017•18 min•Ep. 34
Following Christ is more than an intellectual assent. At the ERLC Leadership Summit, Afshin Ziafat shares his story of what it meant to leave the Islam faith to follow Christ. We hope that you’re encouraged to follow Christ more faithfully because of Afshin’s testimony Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Jan 03, 2017•27 min•Ep. 33
At the 2014 ERLC National Conference on "The Gospel, Homosexuality, and the Future of Marriage," Greg Smalley shares the importance of building a health marriage. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Dec 27, 2016•16 min•Ep. 32
In a competition-driven culture, Christians can be confused about how to take part and still honor Christ. At the ERLC National Conference, Greg Thornbury, the president of King’s College, challenged the church to be innovative like Abel rather than stagnant like Cain. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Dec 20, 2016•16 min•Ep. 31
How do we begin to change the status quo when the church is racially divided on Sunday mornings? At the ERLC Leadership Summit, pastor Fred Luter helped us uncover the root of this issue. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Dec 13, 2016•34 min•Ep. 30
Christians often find it difficult to engage the brokenness in our culture. At the ERLC National Conference, pastor and rapper Trip Lee simply called us to the task of being faithful in public. Subscribe here iTunes | Google Play | Stitcher | Tune in...
Dec 06, 2016•19 min•Ep. 29
