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Are you accidentally raising a lazy adult? In this episode, Jonny sits down with Joel and Mary Beeke (author of "Teach Them to Work") to talk about why — and how — parents should train their children to work from an early age, not wait until adulthood.

📖 Pre-order Jonny Ardavanis's new book Get to Work: Seeing Your Daily Grind as God’s Good Gift here: https://a.co/d/0aFMdjNp

You'll learn:

• Why waiting until your kids are grown to teach them to work sets them up to fail

• Practical ways to teach work to toddlers, young kids, and teens

• The "5 E's" of raising a hard worker: entreaty, example, expectation, equipping, enjoyment

• How to respond to the myth that "they have their whole life to work"

• Why screens and overindulgence are quietly harming your kids

• How moms play a uniquely powerful role in shaping a child's work ethic

Whether you have toddlers, elementary-age kids, or teenagers, this conversation offers practical, biblical wisdom for raising children who see work as a gift from God — not a curse.

Featuring Mary Beeke, author of "Teach Them to Work": https://a.co/d/00gl2kNs

We're excited to announce a new partnership with Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, which equips leaders for the church through programs from undergraduate to master's and doctoral degrees. To celebrate, Midwestern is giving away $10,000 to one pastor this October for Pastor Appreciation Month ($5,000 for a family vacation and $5,000 for a church need), so nominate your pastor today at mbts.edu/dialin

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"Is laziness just a bad habit, or is it a sin? In this episode, Jonny Ardavanis and Hank Bowen dig into the Book of Proverbs to unpack what the Bible really says about the sluggard — and why laziness is a character issue, not just a productivity issue.

📖 Pre-order Jonny Ardavanis's new book Get to Work: Seeing Your Daily Grind as God’s Good Gift here: https://a.co/d/0aFMdjNp

You'll learn:

• The 4 types of laziness: physical, mental, spiritual, and vocational

• 5 traits of the "sluggard" from Proverbs 26

• Why laziness and godliness are total opposites

• The real cost of laziness: poverty, disgrace, fractured relationships, and lost spiritual usefulness

• Practical steps to repent of and fight off laziness

Whether you're a student, parent, pastor, or professional, this conversation will challenge you to examine areas of your life where comfort has replaced diligence — and point you back to Christ's power to change.

What does the Bible actually say about your 9-to-5? In this episode, Jonny Ardavanis and Hank Bowen dig into the theology of work—why the curse of Genesis 3 made labor hard, and how believers are called to work with enthusiasm, enjoyment, excellence, integrity, and gratitude, no matter the job.

📖 Pre-order Jonny Ardavanis's new book Get to Work: Seeing Your Daily Grind as God’s Good Gift here: https://a.co/d/0aFMdjNp

You'll learn:

• Why work was designed to be an act of worship (not just a paycheck)

• The three consequences of the Fall on our relationship to work

• How to find joy in a job that feels mundane or difficult

• Why grumbling and complaining undermines your gospel witness

• What it means to "work as unto the Lord" — even for a bad boss

Whether you're a stay-at-home mom, a CEO, a mechanic, or a student working part-time, this conversation will reshape how you think about vocation, calling, and Christian work ethic.

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#ChristianWorkEthic #TheologyOfWork #FaithAndWork #ChristianLiving #BiblicalWorldview #WorkAsWorship #DialInMinistries"

Why do you feel drawn to build, make, or create something bigger than yourself? Turns out that instinct isn't random — it's rooted in the opening chapters of Genesis.

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In this episode, we continue our series exploring the biblical theology of work (pulled from Jonny's forthcoming book, "Get to Work") by digging into Genesis 1 and 2. We unpack what it means that humanity is made in God's image, what the Hebrew words "radah" (rule) and "kabash" (subdue) actually mean, and why God — who could have created a "finished" universe — instead invited us into the ongoing work of cultivating, building, and creating beauty.

We also talk about Bezalel, the little-known craftsman in Exodus 31 who was the first person in Scripture described as "filled with the Spirit of God" — not for preaching, but for his artistry. Plus: why beauty isn't just decoration but a reflection of who God is, how "ordinary" work like folding laundry or fixing pipes can be done to the glory of God, and why your job (whatever it is) matters more than you think.

📖 Scripture referenced: Genesis 1:1, 1:26-28, 2:2-9, Exodus 31, Psalm 145:16, Psalm 147:13

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Is work a curse from the Fall — or something far more sacred? In this episode, we kick off a brand-new series on the theology of work, exploring what Scripture actually says about labor, calling, and vocation — starting not with us, but with God Himself.

📖 Pre-order Jonny Ardavanis's new book Get to Work: Seeing Your Daily Grind as God’s Good Gift here: https://a.co/d/04k0sFpo

We dig into Genesis 1 to see God revealed as Creator, Artist, Sustainer, and Worker long before Adam and Eve ever showed up. We look at Jesus's own life — including His 20+ years as a tekton (carpenter/builder) — and unpack why the Gospel of Mark uses the word "immediately" 41 times to describe His ministry. If we're made in the image of a working God, what does that mean for how we view our own 9-to-5, our calling, and our sense of purpose?

Along the way we talk about:

✅ The Biblical theology of work vs. the "curse" mentality

✅ Genesis 1 and God as Creator, Sustainer, and Artist

✅ Jesus as a carpenter and what His "immediacy" reveals about work

✅ Why Christians talk more about rest & Sabbath than a theology of work

✅ Labor force participation, burnout, and finding balance

✅ Work as worship — from CEOs to stay-at-home parents to busboys

This is Part 1 of a multi-part series diving into a comprehensive, Scripture-grounded view of work — setting up themes from the upcoming book "Get to Work."

Jesus doesn't say the world might hate you — He says it will. In this episode, we dig into John 15:18-20 and ask a question every believer needs to wrestle with: why does the world hate Christians?

We look at four biblical reasons the world opposes followers of Jesus — because we're non-conformists, because the world hates truth, because people love their sin, and because they don't know God. Along the way we talk about the martyrdom of the apostles, Dietrich Bonhoeffer's "The Cost of Discipleship," the Vanity Fair scene from Pilgrim's Progress, and why smooth sailing in the Christian life isn't always a sign of God's blessing.

If persecution and opposition are growing more common for Christians in the West, this episode will help you understand why — and how to respond with truth and love, not bitterness.

This episode is brought to you by The Master's University — committed to Jesus Christ and the authority and sufficiency of His Word. Learn more at masters.edu

📖 Scripture referenced: John 15:18-20, John 17:14, Romans 12:2, James 4:4, John 3:18-20, 1 John 3:12, Luke 6:26, 2 Timothy 3:12

📚 Preorder Jonny's new book, "Get to Work: Seeing Your Daily Grind as God's Good Gift" — https://a.co/d/01PnmATA (releases November 3rd)

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Colby Parkinson, tight end for the Los Angeles Rams, joins Jonny Ardavanis for a raw conversation about faith, football, and what it really means to be "salt and light" (Matthew 5:13-16) in a secular, high-pressure NFL environment.

Colby opens up about a difficult season where he feared being cut from the roster, the identity crisis that followed, and how a shift from a works-based mindset to a grace-based one transformed not just his walk with Christ — but his career, leading to a breakout season with the Rams.

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In this episode, Colby and Jonny dig into:

- What it looks like to honor God through work ethic and integrity in professional sports

- How to handle failure, benching, and uncertainty as a believer

- The temptations of wealth, fame, and access that come with NFL life

- Being a godly husband and father to Melanie, Brooks, and Forest Parkinson

- Why character (salt) isn't enough without vocal witness (light)

- How to have gospel conversations without fear of "ruffling feathers"

Whether you're an athlete, entrepreneur, or working a 9-5, this conversation on purpose, humility, and living for an audience of One will challenge and encourage you.

Timestamps / Topics: Matthew 5:13-16 | Salt & Light | NFL Faith | Identity in Christ | Overcoming Setbacks | Christian Fatherhood | Workplace Ministry

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He sat in the place of honor. He preached the gospel. He cast out demons. And Judas Iscariot still walked straight into the darkest corner of hell — without ever seeing it coming.

In this episode, we dig into John 13 and Matthew 26–27 to answer a question every believer should wrestle with: what actually went wrong with Judas? It wasn't a single dramatic moment of rebellion — it was a slow, quiet hardening that looked a lot like normal Christian life right up until it didn't.

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We walk through four warning signs from Judas's life that show up in ours too:

1. Loving money — how a small compromise (pilfering the money box) became a 30-piece-of-silver betrayal
2. A seared conscience — why sin that once kept you up at night can eventually let you sleep like a baby
3. Rejecting the Savior's love — Jesus washed his feet and fed him bread, and Judas still walked out into the night
4. Remorse without repentance — the crucial, often-missed difference between feeling guilty and actually turning to Christ (2 Corinthians 7:9-10)

We also contrast Judas's despair with Peter's repentance — two disciples, two failures, two radically different endings — and talk honestly about what it looks like to examine your own heart instead of pointing at someone else's.

📖 Scripture referenced: John 13:21-30, Matthew 26:14-16 & 47-50, Matthew 27:1-5, 2 Corinthians 7:9-11, 1 Timothy 6:10

🔑 Topics covered: Judas Iscariot, betrayal of Jesus, John 13 Bible study, seared conscience, love of money, repentance vs remorse, Last Supper, Garden of Gethsemane, spiritual hardening, self-examination, expository preaching, Christian apologetics

What does the Bible really teach about speaking in tongues? In this episode, Jonny and Hank dig into the gift of tongues from a biblical perspective — walking through Acts 2, Acts 10, Acts 19, and 1 Corinthians 12–14 to examine whether tongues in Scripture refers to known languages or a private prayer language.

Hank shares a personal story from his college years visiting a charismatic church, then unpacks:

- What tongues meant in Acts 2 (the Day of Pentecost)

- How Luke's authorship and timeline shape the interpretation of Acts

- 1 Corinthians 13 and the "tongues of angels" — literal or rhetorical?

- Whether tongues is a sign of the baptism of the Holy Spirit

- Paul's instructions for order in the church (1 Corinthians 14:27, 14:23)

- Early church history: Gregory of Nazianzus, Chrysostom, and the origins of the modern private prayer language movement (Charles Fox Parham, Agnes Ozman, 1901)

- Romans 8:26 and the Spirit's intercession in prayer

This is a respectful, Scripture-first conversation for anyone wondering how to think biblically about tongues, the charismatic movement, spiritual gifts, and the sufficiency of God's Word — without dismissing sincere believers who see it differently.

📖 Key passages covered: Acts 2:4-11, Acts 10:44-46, Acts 19, 1 Corinthians 12-14, Romans 8:26, Genesis 11

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Are there apostles and prophets today? In this episode, we break down the difference between cessationism, continuationism, and charismatic theology — and answer the question so many Christians are asking as self-proclaimed "apostles" and "prophets" (like Katherine Krick and leaders in the New Apostolic Reformation/NAR movement) gain massive followings online. We define the key terms — cessationist, continuationist, and charismatic — then walk through:

🔹 The 3 biblical criteria for a prophet in the Old Testament (Deuteronomy 18, Deuteronomy 13, Jeremiah 28)

🔹 The 3 biblical criteria for an apostle in the New Testament (Acts 1, Ephesians 2:20, 2 Corinthians 12:12)

🔹 How to think about Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 14, and 1 Thessalonians 5:20 on prophecy

🔹 The difference between "thus says the Lord" and "I feel like God is putting this on my heart"

🔹 What church history (Chrysostom, Augustine, Calvin, Edwards, Spurgeon) says about the miraculous gifts

🔹 Why the sufficiency of Scripture matters in this conversation

🔹 A fair, respectful look at continuationist scholars like John Piper, Wayne Grudem, and Sam Storms — and how they differ from figures like Kenneth Copeland, Bill Johnson, and Bethel Church This isn't a hit piece — it's a biblical, historically grounded framework for thinking through spiritual gifts, prophecy, apostleship, and the Holy Spirit's work in the church today.

📖 Key Scriptures Referenced: Deuteronomy 13, Deuteronomy 18, Jeremiah 28, Acts 1, Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 14, Ephesians 2:20, Ephesians 4:11, 1 Thessalonians 5:20, 2 Corinthians 12:12, Hebrews 2

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⏱️ TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Are apostles and prophets still active today? 02:03 Defining Cessationism, Continuationism & Charismatic 09:32 Old Testament criteria for a prophet 21:06 New Testament criteria for an apostle 26:44 Apostles & prophets as the foundation of the church 35:04 Why this generation is asking different questions

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In this episode of Dial In, Jonny and Scott Ardavanis walk through Scripture to answer some of the most important questions every Christian asks:

- Can a genuine believer lose their salvation?

- What's the difference between eternal security and assurance of salvation?

- What does Jesus mean in Matthew 7 when He says, "I never knew you"?

- How can you avoid false assurance while enjoying biblical confidence in Christ?

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Together, they examine key passages including John 10, 1 John, Romans 8, Philippians 1, Ephesians 1, and Matthew 7 to show that our security rests in the finished work of Christ while our assurance grows as we walk with Him. They also unpack four biblical evidences of genuine faith found in 1 John that help believers examine themselves without falling into legalism. If you've ever wrestled with doubts about your salvation, wondered whether you're truly saved, or wanted to understand the doctrine of eternal security, this conversation is for you.

Scriptures Discussed • John 10:27–30 • Matthew 7:21–23 • 1 John • Romans 8:29–30 • Philippians 1:6 • Ephesians 1:13–14 • Hebrews 6 • Psalm 51If this conversation encouraged you, subscribe for weekly biblical teaching designed to help you know God deeply and live faithfully.

What is the biblical role of a church elder or pastor — and why should it matter to you, even if you never plan to be one? In this episode, a father-son pastoral duo break down the calling, qualifications, attitude, function, and motivation of a biblical elder, drawing from 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1, and 1 Peter 5.

You'll learn:

✅ How a man is called to be an elder (subjective desire + objective qualifications)

✅ The biblical qualifications of an elder or pastor (1 Timothy 3 & Titus 1)

✅ Why elder plurality matters — and why no pastor should act like a CEO

✅ The right attitude of a shepherd: serving, not lording over the flock

✅ The core function of an elder: preaching, teaching, and equipping the church

✅ What motivates a faithful elder for the long haulWhether you're a pastor, an aspiring elder, or simply a church member wanting to understand biblical church leadership, this conversation will help you see why "the church cannot rise above its leadership."

📖 Scriptures referenced: 1 Timothy 3:1-7, Titus 1:5-9, 1 Peter 5:1-4, Acts 14:22-23, Acts 20:28, Ephesians 4:11, 2 Timothy 2:15, 2 Timothy 4:5

🎓 This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit https://www.masters.edu

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Blockbuster had 9,000 stores and was worth $9 billion. Today, only one location remains. What happened — and what does it have to do with the church?

In this episode, Pastor Scott Ardavanis sits down with his son Jonny for a father-son conversation on what actually makes a church healthy. Is it true that churches need to "change with the times or die," like Blockbuster and Kodak failed to do? Or are there timeless, transcendent principles every healthy church must hold onto regardless of culture?

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Together they unpack 8 marks of a healthy church, including:

1. A High View of God

2. A High View of Scripture (expository preaching & sound doctrine)

3. Every Member Ministry (every believer serving, not just watching)

4. A Commitment to Holiness & Discipleship

5. Christ-Centered, Spirit-Filled Worship

6. A Devotion to Prayer

7. A Gospel-Centered Focus (local & global)

8. Qualified Biblical Leadership (elders & deacons)

Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or simply trying to find a healthy church home, this conversation will help you understand what to look for — and why the church doesn't need a new strategy so much as faithfulness to God's Word.

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📌 Part 2 coming soon: What is a biblical elder, and how do you know if your church has qualified leadership?

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro: Blockbuster, Netflix & the Church

04:47 Pillar 1: A High View of God

07:51 Pillar 2: A High View of Scripture & Preaching

13:16 Pillar 3: Every Member Ministry

15:19 Pillar 4: Holiness & Discipleship

18:51 Pillar 5: Christ-Centered Worship

23:24 Pillar 6: A Commitment to Prayer

25:13 Pillar 7: Gospel-Centered Focus (Local & Global)

27:57 Pillar 8: Qualified Biblical Leadership

29:16 Why This Matters for Every Believer

What does the Bible actually say about exercise, fitness, and taking care of your body?

In this conversation, a Desiring God pastor and author David Mathis unpacks a biblical theology of exercise — covering the six-layer biblical story of the human body (creation, the fall, the incarnation, the indwelling Holy Spirit, obedience, and future glorification), how to think about 1 Timothy 4:8 ("bodily training is of some value"), and why sedentary modern life and body-idolatry are two ditches to avoid.

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Topics covered:

• Why exercise matters for the mind, will, joy, and love of others

• Bodily discipline and Christian stewardship of the body

• The connection between physical exercise and mental clarity (John Ratey's "Spark")

• Competition, sports, and a Christian view of winning and losing

• Practical advice for sedentary Christians who want to start exercising

• How pastors and knowledge workers can build sustainable fitness habits

• A theology of the body: from creation to resurrection Great for anyone interested in Christian living, biblical theology, faith and fitness, health and wellness from a Christian worldview, or building sustainable exercise habits for the long term (a "ten-year plan," not a quick fix).

📖 Learn more and find the book at DesiringGod.org

In this episode, we walk through the most common rebuttals to the biblical view of homosexuality — not to win arguments, but to equip believers with Scripture and point people toward the truth in love.

This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit https://www.masters.edu

We cover:

• Did Paul only condemn exploitative relationships — not committed gay couples?

• Was "homosexual" added to the Bible in 1946?

• Doesn't Jesus never mention homosexuality?

• Isn't God just a God of love — who accepts everyone as they are?

• What about the shellfish and mixed-fabric objections?

• Is same-sex attraction itself sinful, even if never acted on?

• What do you say to someone genuinely struggling with SSA?

This is part two of a two-part series. Part one lays the full biblical foundation from Genesis to 1 Corinthians.

📖 Key passages: Romans 1:24–27, 1 Corinthians 6:9–11, Matthew 19:4–6, Leviticus 18:22, Hebrews 4:15, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Isaiah 56:3–5

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In this episode, we walk through what the Bible says about homosexuality from Genesis to Romans — not to condemn, but to teach truth with clarity and care.

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We cover:

• God's original design for marriage and sexuality (Genesis 1–2)

• The sin of Sodom and what it actually reveals (Genesis 19, Jude 7)

• The Levitical holiness code — Leviticus 18:22 and 20:13

• Deuteronomy on gender distinction

• Romans 1 and the "wrath of abandonment"

• 1 Corinthians 6:9–11 — the vice list AND the good news

• Is there hope for the homosexual? Absolutely.

This is part one of a two-part series. Part two addresses common rebuttals: shellfish objections, what type of homosexuality Paul condemned, and more.

📖 Key passages: Genesis 1–2, Genesis 19, Leviticus 18:22, Leviticus 20:13, Deuteronomy 22:5, Romans 1:18–32, 1 Corinthians 6:9–11, 1 Timothy 1:8–15

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What does the Bible actually say about dating? And why does the church barely talk about it?

This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit https://www.masters.edu

We brought in Greg Gifford — biblical counselor, professor, and author — to give us a theology of dating that applies whether you're 22 or 45. This is one of the most practical and honest conversations we've had on the show.

Topics covered:

• Acquaintance → Friend → Best Friend: the 3 stages of a dating relationship

• How to communicate at each stage (and what oversharing too early costs you)

• How to define the relationship (DTR) without being weird about it

• Online dating: sin or Christian liberty?

• Evaluating spiritual maturity — and why it's not about reading John Calvin

• Why technology since 2007 has made relationships harder If you've ever felt like no one's giving you real, biblical guidance on dating — this episode is for you.

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What is worship, really? Most people say "singing" — but Jesus has a very different answer.

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In John 4, Jesus sits down with the last person anyone expected: a Samaritan woman with a broken past. And in that conversation, he gives the clearest definition of worship in all of Scripture — in spirit and in truth.

Here's the problem: most churches pick a lane.

Some go all-in on the spiritual experience — the emotion, the atmosphere, the "encounter." Others go all-in on doctrine and truth — deep teaching, sound theology, the Word. And both camps look at the other and think they've got it figured out.

But Jesus says they're two sides of the same coin.Spirit without truth leads to hysteria. Truth without spirit leads to stoicism — more morgue than a meeting with the living God. Real, biblical worship refuses to separate the two.

In this episode we unpack:

✅ Why worship is far more than a song

✅ What "spirit" and "truth" actually mean — and why you need both

✅ How superficial teaching always produces superficial worship

✅ How the most rejected woman in the story became the first evangelist

✅ What God actually thinks about your worship

📖 John 4:16–42

In John 4, Jesus has the longest recorded conversation found anywhere in Scripture — and he has it with the most unlikely person imaginable: a Samaritan woman with a broken past.

In this episode, we unpack why Jesus went out of his way to find her, what "living water" really means, and why he lovingly confronted her sin before offering salvation.Whether you feel too good to need a Savior (like Nicodemus in John 3) or too far gone to deserve one — this passage is for you.

📖 Key Passages: John 4:1–26 | Jeremiah 2:13 | Isaiah 55:1 | John 7:37–38 | Revelation 21:6

🔑 In this episode:

• Who were the Samaritans — and why did Jews despise them?
• Why Jesus "had to" pass through Samaria
• What living water means and why your soul is thirsty
• Why Jesus confronts sin before offering grace
• How the cross is the only reason Jesus can quench your spiritual thirst

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Is mysticism creeping into your church? Are you unknowingly influenced by New Age or New Thought beliefs?

In this eye-opening conversation, Jonny Ardavanis sits down with apologist and author Melissa Dougherty to unpack the subtle but dangerous ideas infiltrating modern Christianity — from the Law of Attraction and Christ consciousness to Christian mysticism, universalism, and the teachings of Richard Rohr.

Melissa shares her personal story of being deeply involved in the church while unknowingly holding occultic, unbiblical beliefs — and what finally woke her up.

📖 Topics covered: — What is New Thought and how is it different from New Age? — Law of Attraction, manifestation & Christ consciousness explained — How Oprah, Joel Osteen & the Word of Faith movement connect to New Thought — The danger of Christian mysticism and chasing spiritual experiences — Richard Rohr, universalism & progressive Christianity — The Enneagram's roots in New Thought — How to discern truth from deception

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📺 Melissa's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MelissaDougherty

What does it mean to abide in Christ — and why does Jesus say it's the key to everything in the Christian life?

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In this episode, we open up John 15 and break down what abiding in Jesus actually looks like in practical, everyday terms. If you've ever felt like your Christian life was running on empty, or wondered why real joy and spiritual fruit seem out of reach, this conversation is for you.

We cover:

✔ What "abide in me" means (it's simpler than you think)

✔ Why union with Christ is the foundation of all spiritual growth

✔ How abiding in God's Word leads to abiding in His love

✔ The role of prayer in staying connected to Jesus

✔ What you're missing out on if you're not abiding — including the unshakeable joy Jesus promises

✔ The difference between being positionally in Christ vs. practically living it out Whether you're a new believer or a seasoned Christian, Jesus' command to abide in Him is the heartbeat of the Christian faith — not for pastors or super-evangelists, but for every follower of Christ.

📖 Key Passage: John 15:4–11

📚 Also referenced: Romans 8, Galatians 2:20, Philippians 3, John 17

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Did you know the Apostle Paul — who wrote half the New Testament — never once called himself a "Christian"? Instead, he used the phrase "in Christ" nearly 200 times. In this episode, we unpack what it means to find your identity in Christ, why so many believers struggle with temptation and insecurity, and how understanding union with Christ is the grip of the entire Christian life.

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We answer 7 key questions about our identity in Christ, including:

• What does it mean to be "in Adam" vs. "in Christ"?

• How do we reckon ourselves dead to sin?

• What happens when we forget who we are in Christ?

• How does our new identity empower us to overcome temptation?

• And what do we say when Satan accuses us?

Whether you're wrestling with habitual sin, struggling with assurance, or just want to go deeper in your walk with God — this episode is for you.

📖 Key Scriptures: Romans 5–6, Colossians 3, 2 Corinthians 5:17, Galatians 2:20

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Why does worship feel shallow? Why does preaching feel flat? Why has passion for God gone cold? The answer might be simpler — and more uncomfortable — than you think: a low view of God.

This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit https://www.masters.edu

In this episode, we open in Isaiah 6 — widely considered the greatest passage on the holiness of God in all of Scripture — and trace it through the story of King Uzziah, the seraphim, Palm Sunday in John 12, and the return of Christ in Revelation 19. What we find is a thread that ties the whole Bible together: God is a holy King, and understanding that changes everything.

Topics we cover:

• What A.W. Tozer meant when he said your view of God is the most important thing about you
• King Uzziah — what pride, prosperity, and a low view of God's holiness cost him- The seraphim in Isaiah 6 — who they are and why they cover their faces
• What "Holy, Holy, Holy" actually means (and why it's the only attribute tripled in Scripture)
• The connection between Isaiah 6 and Palm Sunday in John 12- Why God is not self-deprecating — and why that's actually good news
• The difference between a quantitative and qualitative view of God
• Revelation 19 and the return of the King

Referenced: Isaiah 6, 2 Chronicles 26, John 12, Revelation 4 & 19, Tozer, Sinclair Ferguson, RC Sproul, Spurgeon, Michael Horton

Is the Bible trustworthy? In this episode, we tackle one of the most important questions a Christian can ask — how did we get the Bible, and can we actually trust it?

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We start with the famous story of the woman caught in adultery (John 7:53–8:11) and the asterisk in your Bible saying it's "not in the earliest manuscripts" — and use that as a jumping-off point to explore the full story of how Scripture was formed and preserved.

Topics covered:

• What is the biblical canon — and who decided what's in it?
• What is textual criticism, and why does the 1% manuscript variance actually STRENGTHEN our confidence?
• The Apocrypha — why it's not in your Protestant Bible
• How the New Testament was recognized (not chosen) by the early church
• Why the apostles knew they were writing Scripture
• Constantine, the Council of Nicaea, and what the Da Vinci Code gets wrong
• 25,000+ manuscripts — why the Bible has more historical evidence than any ancient document
• The difference between inspiration and illumination
• Why being a Bible-believing Christian isn't enough — you need to be Bible-loving

Whether you're a lifelong Christian, a skeptic, or a college student whose professor is throwing haymakers at Scripture, this episode will bolster and buttress your confidence in God's Word.

Resources mentioned in this episode:

• Michael Kruger — Canon Revisited: https://a.co/d/0d0mmwrp
• D.A. Carson — The Gospel According to John
• Leon Morris — The Gospel of John

In this episode of Dial In Ministries, we dive deep into John 3:16 — arguably the most well-known verse in all of Scripture — and unpack what it truly means with fresh eyes.

This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit masters.edu

Topics Covered:

• What does "For God so loved the world" really mean?
• The meaning of "born again" and why Jesus said it to Nicodemus
• God's sovereignty vs. human responsibility in salvation
• What is saving faith — and how is it different from just believing facts?
• Why Jesus came to save, not to judge (John 3:17–18)
• The urgency of the gospel and the story of D.L. Moody

Scriptures Referenced: John 3:16–19, Romans 8:3, Romans 10:9–13, Ephesians 2:8, Titus 3:4–5, Numbers 21, John 1:11–12, Hebrews 11:6

What if everything you thought about “being a good person” was wrong?

In this episode, we explore a shocking but deeply biblical truth: Even the most admired humanitarian like Mother Teresa and the most notorious criminal like Jeffrey Dahmer need the exact same thing to be saved—a miracle of God.

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This conversation dives into:

• Why good works don’t earn salvation
• The real meaning of being “born again” (John 3)
• The tension between God’s sovereignty and human responsibility
• The powerful illustration of the bronze serpent (Numbers 21)
• What it truly means to look to Jesus and be saved

If you’ve ever wondered:

• “Am I saved?”
• “Do I need to do something, or is it all God?”
• “Why would God save some and not others?”

This episode tackles those questions head-on with biblical clarity.

“The Bible never says people missed heaven because they wanted Jesus but weren’t chosen… it says they did not repent and believe.”

Key Takeaway: Salvation is not about your merit—it’s about Christ’s finished work. Whether you’re moral, religious, broken, or lost… the call is the same: Look to Jesus and believe.

What does it actually mean to be born again? In this episode, we dive deep into John 3 and Jesus' shocking conversation with Nicodemus — the most religious man in all of Israel — to unpack the biblical doctrine of regeneration and why it changes everything about how we understand salvation.

We cover:

• Why religion is not enough to enter the kingdom of God
• What Jesus meant by being "born of water and the Spirit" (John 3:5)
• The connection between Ezekiel 36 and the New Covenant promise of a new heart
• Why the human heart — not your upbringing or circumstances — is your greatest problem
• The difference between reformation and regeneration
• Why salvation is a miracle, not a merit system
• How to know if you've truly been born again

Whether you grew up in the church, have all the right answers, and still wonder if you truly know God — or you're just beginning to ask who Jesus really is — this conversation is for you.

📖 Key Scriptures: John 3:1–8 | Ezekiel 36:24–27 | Titus 3:5 | Ephesians 2 | 2 Corinthians 5:17 | Jeremiah 17:9

This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit https://www.masters.edu

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What does it mean to be "born again"? Jesus told the most religious man in all of Israel — a Pharisee, a member of the Sanhedrin, a man of wealth, power, and Scripture — that he still wasn't good enough to enter the kingdom of God. In this episode, we unpack John 3:1–8 and the conversation between Jesus and Nicodemus to answer the question that heaven and hell hang on.

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If being religious, knowing the Bible, and obeying God's Word can't get you into heaven — what can? We explore what being "born again" (or born from above) actually means, why regeneration is a miracle of God and not a decision you make, and why this is the dividing line between those who enter glory and those who don't.

📖 Scripture: John 3:1–8, Ephesians 2, Isaiah 64:6, Matthew 15:8

Topics covered:

• Who was Nicodemus and why does it matter?

• What does "born again" mean in the Bible?

• Can you lose your salvation?

• Is faith a gift from God?

• What is regeneration?

• Signs that you have been born again

What does the Bible really say about sex, romance, and marriage? Pastor Todd Fletcher joins us to break down 10 powerful keys drawn from King Solomon's life and writings — including Song of Solomon, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes — that can transform your relationship and marriage.

This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit https://www.masters.edu

In this episode, we cover:

✅ Rejecting the sins of your parents

✅ How to choose a godly spouse

✅ Why avoiding sexual sin protects your future

✅ The importance of faithfulness in marriage

✅ Pursuing excellence together as a couple

✅ Making your wedding day special

✅ Taking courtship and dating seriously

✅ Enjoying marital intimacy as a gift from God

✅ How to work through conflict and marital problems

✅ Building a new life together — for the long haul

Todd Fletcher has been the lead pastor of Chapel in the Hills Church in Golden, Colorado for 12 years and wrote his doctoral dissertation on the Song of Solomon.

Whether you're single, dating, engaged, or married for decades — this conversation is packed with timeless biblical wisdom on love and relationships.

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📖 Song of Solomon | Proverbs 5 | Ecclesiastes 7 | 1 Corinthians 7

Is obsessing over seed oils, beef tallow, sourdough, and toxin-free living actually biblical stewardship — or is it something else?

Biblical counselor and professor Greg Gifford joins the podcast to tackle the growing "crunchy" movement inside the church. We define what extreme crunchiness looks like, why it's spreading among Christians (especially post-COVID), and how fear-based eating can quietly become legalism.

In this episode we cover:

• What "crunchy" and "extreme crunchy" actually means

• Why stewardship gets misused to justify health anxiety

• The danger of Christian Gnosticism in wellness culture

• Romans 14, Christian liberty, and food freedom

• How the sovereignty of God sets us free from fear-based eating

• Practical wisdom for navigating this in Bible studies, friendships, and parenting

Whether you're crunchy, anti-crunchy, or somewhere in the middle — this conversation will help you think biblically about food, health, and honoring God with your body.

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Are you struggling with anxiety, fear, or feeling like life is out of control? In this episode, we dive deep into Psalm 46 to uncover three powerful truths about God's character that can transform the way you face life's hardest moments.

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What We Cover In this Episode:

1. Why "Do not fear" is the most common command in the Bible
2. The historical story behind Psalm 46 (701 B.C. — and why it matters today)
3. 3 attributes of God that are the antidote to anxiety: God is our Refuge - God is our Strength - God is our Very Present Help in times of trouble
4. What "Be still and know that I am God" actually means in context
5. Why trying to face your battles in your own strength will always fall short

Whether you're facing job loss, broken relationships, health struggles, or just the weight of an anxious world — this conversation is for you. Psalm 46:1 — "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."

This episode is also brought to you by our ministry partner, the John MacArthur Publishing Group. Get the Triumph of Love Guided Study Questions here: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/659ede32850141684af127e7/t/67c0acc9f33b2131375aa500/1740680394167/TheTriumphOfLove_StudyQuestions.pdf

Is Ephesians 5:18 really the most important verse in the New Testament for believers? In this conversation, we break down what it truly means to be filled with the Holy Spirit — and how to actually live it out every single day.

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We cover:

1. What "be filled with the Spirit" really means (and what most Christians get wrong)
2. Why you can't obey a single command without the Holy Spirit's power
3. The 4 valves of a Spirit-filled life: Surrendering, Listening, Obeying, and Trusting
4. The difference between the "black and white" of Scripture and the promptings of the Holy Spirit
5. The "Fill Up & Tune Up" method using the 6 guitar strings as a daily spiritual rhythmWhether you're a new believer or a seasoned Christian, this episode will give you a practical, biblical framework for walking in step with the Spirit moment by moment.

📖 Key Passage: Ephesians 5:18 | Galatians 5:16, 25

Are you being productive for the world's reasons or God's glory? In this episode, Reagan Rose (author of "Redeeming Productivity: Getting More Done for the Glory of God") shares the biblical foundation for Christian productivity and practical steps to steward your time well.

This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit masters.edu

What You'll Learn:

• The difference between worldly productivity and Christian productivity

• 5 pillars of biblical productivity (why we belong to God matters)

• How to craft a power morning routine (Prayer, Organization, Word, Exercise, Reading)

• Setting goals and tracking commitments God's way

• Why Christians should care about being productive

• Living your life for the "well done" from Jesus

Resources Mentioned:

• Book: "Redeeming Productivity: Getting More Done for the Glory of God" by Reagan Rose

• Website: RedeemingProductivity.com

Connect with Reagan Rose:

🌐 RedeemingProductivity.com

🎧 Redeeming Productivity Podcast

📺 Redeeming Productivity YouTube Channel

Living for Jesus in an increasingly hostile culture can leave Christians feeling bitter and defensive. But what if we're missing something crucial about how we're called to engage the lost world?

In this episode, we walk through Titus 3 and unpack three essential truths for staying tender-hearted toward unbelievers:

1️⃣ Remember who you were before Christ (vv. 1-3)

2️⃣ Remember what God has done (vv. 4-7)

3️⃣ Remember your calling (v. 8)

We discuss navigating a post-Christian America, the danger of confusing the mission field with your enemy, and why evangelistic engagement is the antidote to growing callous toward the lost.

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In this episode, we dive into what the Bible says about how Christians should use their tongues. Building on our previous discussion about illegitimate uses of speech, we explore four biblical purposes for our words and practical ways to honor God with what we say.

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🗣️ Four Reasons God Gave Us the Tongue: 1. To speak the truth (Ephesians 4:15, 25) 2. To build others up through edifying words (Ephesians 4:29) 3. To demonstrate tenderhearted kindness (Ephesians 4:32) 4. To praise and glorify God (Psalm 63:3)

Key Takeaways:

1. A commitment to honesty is the backbone of Christian speech
2. Every word should build up, never simply to harm
3. Our speech should always be gracious and "seasoned with salt" (Colossians 4:6)
4. What comes out of our mouths reflects what's in our hearts
5. We can't transform our tongues without God transforming our hearts Practical

Applications: • Be quick to hear, slow to speak (James 1:19) • Pray Scripture over your speech (Psalm 19:14, Psalm 141:3) • Speak according to the need of the moment • Let your words give grace to those who hear

Scriptures Referenced: Ephesians 4:15, 25, 29, 32 | Colossians 4:6 | Proverbs 26:18 | Romans 10:17 | James 1:19 | Psalm 19:14 | Psalm 63:3 | Psalm 141:3

How powerful are your words—really? In this episode, we open James 1:26 and James 3 to expose the “respectable sins” of the tongue: gossip, slander, lying, crude talk, and careless words. Scripture is clear: the tongue reveals the heart, and unchecked speech can lead to self-deception and spiritual harm.

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We walk through five biblical realities about the tongue—why it’s powerful, restless, foul, prone to lying, and deadly through gossip—and why believers must bridle the tongue for the glory of God. If you’ve ever brushed off gossip as “not that serious,” these passages will challenge you.

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💬 Question: Which “tongue sin” do you think Christians minimize most—gossip, sarcasm, exaggeration, or crude joking?

Have you been serving, staying doctrinally sound, and doing all the “right” Christian things—but feel your love for Jesus growing cold? In Revelation 2, Jesus praises the church in Ephesus for their diligence, discernment, and perseverance, but then gives a sobering rebuke: “You have left your first love.”

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In this episode, we unpack what it means to leave your first love (not in sequence, but in prominence) and why a cold, apathetic heart is spiritually dangerous—even if your life looks strong on the surface. Using the Challenger space shuttle tragedy as an illustration of a “missing critical piece,” we look at Christ’s clear prescription for spiritual apathy:

1. Remember where you’ve fallen (preach the gospel to yourself)
2. Repent (this is a heart issue, not just burnout)
3. Return to “the deeds you did at first”

We also discuss what those “first deeds” can look like: renewed hunger for God’s Word, fervent prayer, love for God’s people, evangelistic zeal, and honest confession—not just going through the motions.

If you’ve been asking:

1. “Why don’t I love Jesus like I used to?”
2. “How do I overcome spiritual dryness?”
3. “What does Revelation 2 teach the church today?” …this conversation is for you.

Scripture: Revelation 2:1–7

In this episode, we walk through Luke 18:9–14—the parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector—and answer one of the most important questions in human history: How can a sinner be made right with God?

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This passage completely reshaped the way I understood the gospel of grace, because it exposes the danger of self-righteousness, especially for people who grew up in church and know all the “right answers.” It’s possible to look religious, speak the language, and still be resting your confidence in what you’ve done—or haven’t done—rather than Christ alone.

We cover:

1. The context of Luke 17–18 and the question: “How do I enter the kingdom of God?”
2. Why God’s holiness makes the gospel necessary
3. What a Pharisee would have looked like in Jesus’ day (religious elite, moral rigor, spiritual discipline)
4. Why a tax collector was viewed as the worst kind of sinner in Jewish society
5. The difference between pride masked as humility vs true repentance
6. The tax collector’s plea for mercy and how it points to propitiation (wrath satisfied by a substitute)
7. Why Jesus says the tax collector went home justified—and the Pharisee didn’t
8. The core of salvation: merit vs mercy, self-justification vs free gift, works vs graceIf you’ve ever wondered whether you’ve subtly drifted into a “good person” version of Christianity, this conversation will challenge you to re-center your hope on Jesus’ blood and righteousness—not your performance.

Passage: Luke 18:9–14

Topics: justification, repentance, grace, self-righteousness, holiness of God, gospel clarity, Pharisees, tax collectors, propitiation, Christian testimony

Over 1.6 billion Google results for "how to find peace" – yet anxiety continues to plague our generation. In this episode, we explore Isaiah 26:3-4 and discover why true peace isn't found through self-help books or better circumstances, but through a steadfast mind fixed on God.

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KEY TOPICS COVERED:

1. The difference between happiness and biblical peace
2. Why God's peace is "shalom shalom" (perfect peace)
3. How meditation on God's character transforms anxiety
4. The battle for the mind in the Christian life
5. Practical steps to experience lasting peace

MAIN SCRIPTURE: Isaiah 26:3-4 "You will keep in perfect peace those whose minds are steadfast, because they trust in you. Trust in the LORD forever, for the LORD, the LORD himself, is the Rock eternal."

Whether you're facing trials, anxiety, loss, or uncertainty, this conversation reveals how peace isn't something we pursue – it's something we receive when we fix our eyes on God's unchanging character.

To read more on anxiety and what the bible says, read Jonny Ardavanis’ book, Consider the Lilies: Finding Perfect Peace in the Character of God” - https://a.co/d/hYKfnw6

Start 2026 with a life-changing Bible reading plan.

In this video, Jonny Ardavanis will break down two proven Bible reading plans that transformed my walk with God—and can help you stay consistent in Scripture.

📖 What you’ll learn:

• Why daily Bible reading matters

• Robert Murray McShane Plan (4 chapters/day, 15–20 min)

• Grant Horner Plan (10 chapters/day, 30–35 min)

• Best Bible translations (NASB 1995, ESV, LSB)

• Practical tips for building a lasting habit

⏱ Timestamps:

0:00 Why Read the Bible

3:03 Benefits of a Reading Plan

5:03 McShane Plan

7:47 Grant Horner Plan

11:29 Best Translations

12:20 Final Challenge

Why use a Bible reading plan?

• Builds discipline and consistency

• Eliminates decision fatigue

• Helps you read all of Scripture

• Transforms your life through God’s Word

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📖 Psalm 119:105 — “Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path.”

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Discover how the entire Old Testament points to Jesus Christ in this deep dive into biblical prophecy and the grand narrative of Scripture. From Genesis 3:15 to the prophets, learn how every story anticipates the coming King.

KEY TOPICS COVERED:

• The Road to Emmaus encounter (Luke 24) and why it matters
• Genesis 3:15 - The first Messianic prophecy
• Tracing the "seed" promise through Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, and Judah
• Why First and Second Kings matter in the biblical narrative
• How Matthew 1's genealogy connects 42 generations to Jesus
• Understanding the Bible as one cohesive story, not isolated books

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

Luke 24:13-27 | Genesis 3:15 | Genesis 12, 15, 26, 35, 49 | 2 Samuel 7 | Zechariah 9:9 | Matthew 1

Whether you're struggling through your Bible reading plan or wanting to understand how the Old and New Testaments connect, this episode will transform how you read Scripture. Learn to see Christ in all of Scripture and understand the dramatic storyline from creation to redemption.

Struggling with controlling your thoughts? The battle for the Christian life is the battle for the Christian mind. In this episode, we dive deep into Romans 12:1-2 and explore seven biblical principles for renewing your mind and experiencing true transformation.

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Key Topics:

- Biblical mind renewal

- Overcoming sinful thoughts

- Neuroplasticity and Scripture

- Breaking free from worldly conformity

- Spirit-filled living

- Christian sanctification

- Fighting temptation

- The explosive power of greater affections

As a man thinks within himself, so he is (Proverbs 23:7). Learn how to practically renew your mind through Scripture meditation, rejecting lies, and walking in the power of the Holy Spirit.

Key Scriptures: Romans 12:1-2, Philippians 4:8, Colossians 3:2, Galatians 5:16, Ephesians 4:23

In this powerful conversation, apologist and author Alisa Childers discusses the dangers of progressive Christianity, how to respond to deconstruction, and why every Christian needs to be equipped to defend their faith.

This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit: https://www.masters.edu

KEY TOPICS COVERED:

• What is Progressive Christianity and how to identify it

• The three expressions of progressive theology (theological, cultural, political)

• How deconstruction is impacting young adults and families

• Why TikTok theology is undermining biblical truth

• The intellectual shallowness of modern church culture

• Practical apologetics tips for everyday Christians

• How parents can disciple their deconstructing children

• Why asking good questions is more important than having all the answers

KEY QUOTES: "I'll have moms come up to me and say, 'My young adult child is deconstructing... What's the best resource that I can give them?' And I always say, 'You're not going to like my answer. It's you.'"

"Progressive Christianity is the idea that Christianity itself is progressing... Christianity is always arriving but it never arrives."

"You don't have to be an apologist or theologian to engage with people. You just need to know how to ask a few good questions."

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• "Another Gospel" by Alisa Childers

• The Alisa Childers Podcast

• AlisaChilders.com

Perfect for: Christian parents, youth pastors, apologetics students, believers facing doubt, anyone concerned about progressive Christianity or deconstruction movements

Prior to Pastor John MacArthur going home to be with the Lord, Jonny Ardavanis sat down with Pastor John as he breaks down the biblical meaning of discipleship and why it's essential for every Christian. Jesus commanded us to "make disciples," not just converts—but what does that really mean?

Key Topics Covered:

• The true definition of a disciple (mathetes - a lifelong learner)

• Why discipleship is more than a prayer or church attendance

• How to build Christ-centered friendships that last a lifetime

• The difference between making converts and making disciples

• Practical steps to find someone to disciple you

• How to start discipling others in your church

Main Takeaways:

✓ Discipleship is a friendship with a spiritual core

✓ It involves teaching believers to observe all of Christ's commands

✓ True discipleship creates lifelong relationships and accountability

✓ Find someone who knows more than you AND someone who knows less

✓ The local church is essential for biblical discipleship

Pastor MacArthur emphasizes that discipleship isn't just a program—it's walking through life with someone, applying God's Word together, and creating deep spiritual friendships that accumulate over a lifetime.

Perfect for: Christians seeking spiritual growth, church leaders, small group leaders, new believers, and anyone wanting to understand the Great Commission better.

Are you truly fighting sin, or just "struggling" with it? In this powerful episode, we dive deep into Romans 8:13 and the biblical concept of mortification—putting sin to death through the power of the Holy Spirit.

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KEY TOPICS COVERED:

• What it means to mortify sin (and why the language is so violent)

• The difference between struggling with sin vs. fighting sin

• How to identify areas where you're making provision for the flesh

• The role of the Holy Spirit in sanctification

• Why accountability is crucial (and what real accountability looks like)

• John Owen's classic teaching: "Be killing sin or sin will be killing you"

• Practical steps to wage war against temptation

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES:

• Romans 8:13 - Putting to death the deeds of the body

• Colossians 3:5 - Put to death what is earthly in you

• Galatians 5:24 - Crucifying the flesh with its passions

• Matthew 5:8 - Blessed are the pure in heart

This isn't about earning salvation through works—it's about living out the new identity Christ has given us. Every believer must engage in this daily battle until we meet Jesus face to face.

Remember: You take a day off from mortifying the flesh, the flesh grows.

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• John Owen's "The Mortification of Sin"

• Accountable2You (accountability software) - Use code DIALIN for 25% off

Share your thoughts: What practical steps are you taking to fight sin in your life?

What does it mean to be "pure in heart" and why does Jesus promise that those who pursue purity will see God? In this powerful message on Matthew 5:8, we explore the radical promise of spiritual intimacy that comes through purity of heart.

In This Episode:

• Understanding what "blessed are the pure in heart" really means
• Why purity isn't restriction—it's the path to seeing God
• How singularity of heart leads to deeper intimacy with Christ
• The difference between positional and progressive purity
• Practical steps to pursue purity in your daily walk
• Why resisting sin shouldn't feel like holding your breath

Key Timestamps:

• The Nature of Purity (10:54)
• The Promise: They Shall See God (16:57)
• The Pursuit: 5 Practical Steps (24:20)

The world says purity is restrictive, but Jesus says it's the doorway to experiencing the nearness of God. This isn't just about sexual purity—it's about unmixed devotion, singularity of affection, and positioning your heart to truly know and see God.

Bible Verses Referenced: Matthew 5:8, Psalm 119, James 4:8, 1 Thessalonians 4:3, Ezekiel 18:31, 1 John 3, Psalm 86, Proverbs 23:7, John 14:1

Practical Applications:

1. Draw near to God's Word
2. Walk with the wise
3. Make no provision for the flesh
4. Pray for purity
5. Think with total commitment to Christ

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Is God sovereign in salvation, or is man responsible? This is one of the most asked questions in theology. In this episode, we dive into Scripture to answer whether Calvinism or Arminianism is correct.

We explore key passages like John 3, John 6, Romans 9-10, and Matthew 11 to show how God's sovereignty and human responsibility are both clearly taught in Scripture. You'll learn:

✅ What hyper-Calvinism gets wrong 

✅ Why human responsibility matters for evangelism 

✅ How election and "whosoever believes" work together 

✅ What an antinomy is (and why it's not a paradox) 

✅ How to answer "Am I one of the elect?"

Whether you're wrestling with predestination, struggling with evangelism, or just want to understand what the Bible actually teaches about salvation, this conversation will ground you in Scripture.

SCRIPTURE REFERENCES: John 3:3-7, 16 | John 6:37-47 | Romans 8:29-30 | Romans 9:15-18 | Romans 10:9-17 | Matthew 11:27-28 | Ephesians 1:4-11 | Ephesians 2:1-10

What does it mean to have biblical wisdom? In this episode, we dive deep into James 3:13-18 to explore the 8 characteristics of wisdom from above versus worldly wisdom.

📖 KEY TOPICS COVERED:

- The difference between godly wisdom and demonic wisdom

- 8 hallmarks of biblical wisdom: pure, peaceable, gentle, open to reason, full of mercy, full of good fruits, unwavering, and without hypocrisy

- Why wisdom begins with the fear of the Lord (Proverbs 1:7)

- How to practically grow in biblical wisdom

- The role of humility and service in true wisdom

- Why wisdom is something we receive, not just achieve

🔑 KEY VERSES:

James 3:13-18 | Proverbs 1:7 | Colossians 2:2-3 | Matthew 7:24-27

⚡ 3 WAYS TO GROW IN WISDOM:

1. Come to know Christ personally

2. Study and apply God's Word

3. Pray for wisdom (James 1:5)

Biblical wisdom isn't just knowledge—it's skilled living that honors God. True wisdom is sincere, servant-hearted, and marked by integrity. Learn how to pursue this wisdom that comes from above!

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What does it mean to fear God? And why is it essential for gaining biblical wisdom? In this episode, we dive deep into Proverbs 8 and explore the foundational principle that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.

In this video, we discuss:

✓ What biblical wisdom really means (it's more than just knowledge)

✓ The true definition of fearing God and why it matters

✓ How the fear of the Lord transforms your daily life

✓ Practical steps to grow in godly wisdom

✓ Why wisdom is more valuable than wealth

✓ The difference between being afraid of God vs. fearing God

✓ How God's forgiveness leads to greater awe and reverence

Key Scripture References:

• Proverbs 8:1-11 - Wisdom calls out to you
• Proverbs 1:7 - The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge
• Proverbs 9:10 - Fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom
• Psalm 86:11 - Prayer for an undivided heart
• 2 Corinthians 7:1 - Perfecting holiness in the fear of the Lord

Whether you're facing difficult decisions, seeking direction, or wanting to live more faithfully, this conversation will help you understand why fearing God is the foundation for everything else in the Christian life.

What is biblical courage and why does God command it? In this episode, we explore one of the most overlooked commands in Scripture: "Be strong and courageous."

When Moses died, Joshua faced an impossible task—leading Israel into the Promised Land without their greatest leader. God's response? A repeated command to be courageous. This isn't just ancient history—it's a blueprint for Christian living today.

In this video, you'll discover:

• The biblical definition of courage (it's not what you think)
• Why courage is a command, not just a personality trait
• How God equipped Joshua to defeat 31 kings
• The two ingredients for living courageously as a Christian
• Why courage requires community, not isolation
• How to overcome fear through God's Word and His presence

KEY SCRIPTURE: Joshua 1:6-9, Deuteronomy 31, Matthew 28:20

Courage in the Bible isn't the absence of fear—it's obedience to God despite fear. Whether you're facing spiritual battles, living with conviction in a compromised world, or sharing the Gospel, God calls every Christian to spirit-filled courage.