The Issues Podcast

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Proverbs 4:23 says, ”Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” Welcome to the “Issues Podcast” (formerly the Dear Church Podcast), where pastors Tom Brennan, Martin Wickens and Stephen Russ get to the heart of the real issues. These pastors hope to stir your heart and challenge your thinking on key issues within the Independent, Fundamental Baptist movement. Are you ready to deal with your issues?

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Episodes

[Archived Dear Church] Episode #07 – Hey Pastor, DON‘T QUIT!

The month of October is, in many churches, used as a time to appreciate pastors! We dedicate this episode to all the pastors out there who listen, and to all of the church members who love their pastor and strive to support him as he serves the Lord. You won't want to miss the "Dear Church" letter at the end, written and read by Martin Wickens. NOTE: This podcast was recorded via facebook live, so the audio is not as clear as we usually prefer. Also, during our recording, Facebook crashed! We we...

Oct 06, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 7

[Archived Dear Church] Episode #06 – Influence

The DCP rides again, this time while talking about the importance of managing what influences you. The conversation takes a hard turn toward discussing the "generation wars" and some of the conflict that stems from young men and older men in ministry.

Sep 28, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 6

[Archived Dear Church] Episode #05 – Revisiting Fundamentalism (LIVE)

The guys sat down to do a live episode on 9/20/21. In this episode they spend time reading and responding to feedback, both positive and negative. Steve Brudnak also explains his social media philosophy.

Sep 21, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 5

[Archived Dear Church] Episode #04 – Pragmatism

Diving into another controversial subject, the hosts of DCP discuss whether pragmatism is a forbidden fruit, or a productive tool in Gospel ministry. As always, there are extremes to avoid.

Sep 14, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 4

[Archived Dear Church] Episode #03 – Biblical Pastoring: Lordship, Laziness or Leader?

In this episode, the men struggle with the balance of biblical pastoring. We shouldn't be lords or lazy, but leaders anointed by God to do His work as He has called us to do it.

Sep 07, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 3

[Archived Dear Church] Episode #02 – ⚡️DCP Lightning Round⚡️

Care to hear what the men of the DCP think about some controversial topics? This lightning round consists of 16 questions. After the question is asked, the guys have 2 minutes to discuss, debate or attack each with all the fury of a recovering fundamentalist or a campmeeting preacher! Let the games begin!

Sep 07, 2021•34 min•Season 1Ep. 2

[Archived Dear Church] Episode #01 - Refocusing Fundamentalism

The guys get right to it in this episode of the Dear Church Podcast. The conversation deals with how we should respond to the history of fundamentalism, as well as how we should proceed in the days ahead. Conclusion: "A Letter to the Church by Martin Wickens"

Sep 01, 2021•42 min•Season 1Ep. 1

[Archived Dear Church] Episode #00: Introducing Dear Church Podcast

On this episode, the team sits down for the first time to discuss why they decided to launch this podcast. Each of them come from different perspectives, age groups and camps of IFB'dom. Take a listen and give us some feedback!

Aug 22, 2021•38 min

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