“Turn in your Bible to the book of Habakkuk...” Today, we venture into uncharted territory on our podcast as we delve into a book of the Bible. The intriguing conversation between Habakkuk and God contains numerous valuable insights, and we trust that you will enjoy this episode as we explore it collectively!
While some may view restoration as merely a way to cover up past wrongs, it is important to recognize its biblical role as a function of the Church. Restoration is not an easy task, it is a necessary one. So join us today as we dive into this crucial topic and explore how we can work towards restoration in our own lives and church communities.
It is common to encourage younger men to learn from their elders, but it's equally important for older individuals to be willing to mentor and share their knowledge. R.B. Ouellette, an experienced counselor of pastors, offers valuable insight and advice on how older Christian leaders can pass on their wisdom to the next generation.
The quote "To whom much is given, much shall be required" suggests that those who have been given great blessings or opportunities also have great responsibilities. In the context of passing down faith from one generation to the next, what responsibility do younger believers have in honoring the legacy and contributions of the older generation?
Every few weeks, we do a LIVE podcast on a Monday morning. We enjoyed receiving live feedback while addressing some recent "controversy", as well as discussing the effect of ChatGTP and AI on Christians and ministries. The audio content is not as good as we would have liked, but we hope you enjoy the conversation!
On this episode of the Issues Podcast, we had the honor of interviewing veteran missionary Ben Sinclair. For the past 20 years, Dr. Sinclair has served as a missionary in Cameroon, Africa. In the fall of 2022, he took on a new role as the director of Baptist World Missions. He has authored several books, which can be viewed and purchased through the link provided. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/stores/author/B07ZJTSWF4/allbooks?ingress=0&visitId=c7804b78-7fe4-47aa-a1ba-0edbc7e1bb2b&store...
Statistics on Church attendance trends in the U.S. can be discouraging, and the future of the church is often viewed through the lens of these negative trends. But... we can have hope! God is at work, and churches are taking great strides forward in 2023! Hear the perspective of our hosts on this important episode.
It's January, and that means many people are still fighting to keep those pesky resolutions they made at the first of the year! But how should a Christian view the idea of bettering himself or herself? Is it the same for Christians and non-Christians, or should we take a different approach?
The guys recount some strange things they've been criticized for, and how they handle criticism on a larger scale. Should you ignore it, internalize it, or is there a better way? Find out in this episode of The Issues Podcast.
We're back! Join in for a podcast reunion as the guys rebrand, reunite and re-enter the podcast space. On this episode Tom Brennan, Stephen Russ and Martin Wickens share insight on starting and maintaining a personal walk with the Lord.
In this short letter, we explain our departure from this special venture known as "The Dear Church Podcast." Take a listen. We love you all!
Pastoral succession and transition has historically been an IFB "no-man's land." In this episode, we talk candidly about our experiences. Purchase Tom Brennan's new book, "Next: A Manual for Pastoral Transition" on Amazon here >> https://amzn.to/3LiBmGh
In this episode, the DCP attempts a conversation on the controversial topic of "dating," and how that process unfolds for a Christian young adult.
We went LIVE on Facebook to give an update on our weekend, share some feedback and fan mail, and to discuss the important topic of social media. Check it all out in this episode!
"Masculinity" has become a word associated with bad behavior and toxicity, but is that how we should view this controversial topic? Today's episode explores biblical masculinity and how it differs from stereotypes and negative labels.
What is discipleship? How can a church, a christian or a pastor fulfill the mandate of discipleship in addition to fulfilling their role in evangelism? Enjoy this edifying conversation as the hosts of the DCP discuss the importance of fostering a "discipleship culture" in the local church.
The DCP guys share their position on bad sermon clips, expository preaching, and more! This conversation attempts to feature each host's perspective and position on the most important aspects of biblical preaching.
This episode is our second shot at tackling the subject of "Church Abuse." In this episode, we spend time discussing how to help the abused, deconstructing, and other topics surrounding the issue of abuse.
What do you think of when you think about your pastor? Is he someone you serve with or someone you view as being on a power trip? In this episode, we discuss Christian/pastor relationships. Note: Please forgive us for the poor quality of audio on "The Boy's" mic. It will be resolved in future episodes!
This episode was recorded LIVE on February 21, 2022! – Weekend Ministry Recap – Feedback and Fan Mail – Topic: Joy in Serving Jesus!
Back by popular demand... the DCP Lightning Round! This round consists of 15 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!
Near and dear to our hearts is the topic of world missions. We welcome the feedback of our listeners as we discuss the importance of a healthy missions program in the local church.
Get your tinfoil hat out and listen to this discussion on conspiracies and their place in God's church!
The guys are back after the holidays and a bout with Covid. Today we discuss how the liberty we have in Christ is lived out with other believers.
And that's a WRAP! The first season of DCP is in the books, and we take time to talk about our evaluation of the season as well as plans for the future. To all of our listeners, we say, "THANK YOU!" What a ride. Looking forward to more in the future.
Should a young person consider Bible college today? What were the Bible college experiences of the DCP hosts? All this and more in today’s podcast.
Today's topic is a serious, heart-wrenching reality. We address it openly and transparently, but also with a heart to help.
Have you ever heard so many controversial topics discussed in one sitting? We didn't think so! The 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!
Politics, patriotism, COVID-19, immigration... all of these topics have ravaged the church, increasingly so since 2020! How are the Dear Church co-hosts dealing with this in their respective ministries? Listen in to find out.
After kicking off the podcast with a discussion about Steve's hair 🙄, the guys get down to business with a conversation about preacher's kids. Are pastor’s kids perfect? Are they expected to be perfect? What should we expect of a PK’s parent? What about the church members expectations? Tune in tomorrow, listen, & we would love feed back!
