On this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Pastor Nate Wright are joined by the CEO of Creation Ministries International (Canada) of Answers, Richard Fangrad, for a Q&A recorded LIVE at Worldview Youth Academy - Canada 2024. The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot's …

In the last decade, not only have Christians seen secular institutions collapse all around us but sadly, most Christian ministries, organizations and institutions have failed us, compromised or proven themselves to be sliding to the left. This week, P Nate is joined by Pastor and Chief Editor of Clear Truth Media Jamie Bambrick from Ireland to disc…

On this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Pastor Nate Wright are joined by Executive Director of Answers in Genesis - Canada, Calvin Smith, for a Q&A recorded LIVE at Worldview Youth Academy - Canada 2024. The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot's Mission of God wit…

This week P Nate and Pootie welcome back to the show Marcus Pittman, filmmaker, podcaster and CEO of Loor.tv. Marcus discusses with the Rebels the mandate to put art, media and entertainment under the feet of Jesus in victory. To win the world we have to win in the sphere of the arts where minds and affections are moulded. The conversation reveals …

We have crossed over the mid-way point in this series “How to Win the World” after last week's mid-season review. This week, P Nate is joined by Ben Garrett from Haunted Cosmos to discuss the theme of storytelling. Throughout Scripture, history is described as the unfolding drama of God's great narrative. How does understanding God's story properly…

On this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Pastor Nate Wright are joined by Executive Director of Answers in Genesis - Canada, Calvin Smith, for a Q&A recorded LIVE at Worldview Youth Academy - Canada 2024. The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot's Mission of God wit…

On this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Boot is joined by Dan Smithwick, President of the Nehemiah Institute, to talk about the appalling state of Christian education and worldview thinking among Christians and the need for Christians to think Christianly. Episode Resources:⚒️ 🗡️ Nehemiah Institute Website: https://worldviewche…

On this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Drs. Boot and Thiessen are joined by Ezra Institute fellow Dr. P. Andrew Sandlin to talk about the Bible as the Word of God. Episode Resources: Center for Cultural Leadership: https://christianculture.com/;Dr. Sandlin's Substack: https://pandrewsandlin.substack.com/ The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-or…

P Nate and Pootie take a quick breather from this series eight weeks in to review the interviews and discuss what they’ve learned. There have been so many great interviews, great conversations, and so many takeaways that we needed to slow down to digest it all. If you missed any of the episodes, now is your chance to catch up before the next half o…

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Drs. Joe Boot and Michael Thiessen are joined by Dr. Ted Fenske, from the inaugural Worldview Youth Academy—USA, to discuss true, biblical masculinity in our confused and effeminate age. The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot's Mission of G…

As the Rebels continue the summer series on how to win the world, we turn our attention to evangelism. How can we win the world if we do not seek the lost with the transforming power of the gospel? This week, Chris invites returning guest and friend of the show, Cory McKenna, an equipping evangelist with the Cross Current, to discuss how real, bibl…

It's that time of the month again! It's time for another Q&A with Dr. Joe Boot. This month Dr. Mike Thiessen asks Dr. Joe Boot your questions. Tune in as they discuss the religious character of culture and the religious foundation for law & politics. Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Let us know in the comments o…

The sixth episode of The Ezra Institute's special series with the Rebels, "How to Win the World," is one not to miss! This week, Dr. Joe Rigney joins the show to discuss the necessity of courageous leadership if we want to see the world won! Episode Resources:Canon+: https://canonpress.com/;Joe's Resources: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Joe-Rigney/…

In celebration of Canada Day (better known as Dominion Day) and the upcoming UK election, which happens to fall on July 4th, American Independence Day, Dr. Joe Boot is joined by Professor Daniel Ogden, Ezra Fellow for International Law, Comparative Politics, and International Relations, to discuss principles of political freedom, rights and respons…

Happy Dominion Day, Canada! Are you having people over to celebrate? Then, you're not going to want to miss this podcast. In this fourth episode, the Rebels are joined by Author, Podcaster, and all-around Christian influencer Rachel Jankovich to tackle the very important, often overlooked subject of Christian Hospitality! Over our summer series "Ho…

On this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Doctors Joe Boot and Michael Thiessen address whether or not democracy is compatible with a biblical worldview. It’s Election Season. Think biblically about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book “Ruler of Kings”: https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-visio…

This summer the Rebels are learning “How to Win the World” through various guests discussing practical Christian theology and how it can apply to the immediate world around us. Continue to join us as we learn how to put our hand to the plough in real, tangible ways. In this fourth episode, P Nate and Elder P are joined by Pastor/ Author C.R. Wiley …

On this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright address the accusation that the God of the Old Testament is cruel and, accordingly, Christians should “unhitch” themselves for the Old Testament. Get your copy of “Covenant Sexuality” from Ezra Press for 20% off today!: https://ezrapress.ca/products…

In this episode of Ezra Institute’s special series with the Rebels, “How to Win the World,” P Nate and Pootie will be joined by a variety of guests talking about several key practical outworkings of theological concepts that will help Christians expand the Kingdom of God, fix what is broken and slowly but surely win the world. In this third episode…

On this Podcast for Cultural Reformation episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright address the Pagan high holy month of Pride. Not only do they expose the 2SLGBTQIA+ cult for the false religion it is, but they also provide a positive biblical vision for sex and sexuality. Get your copy of “Covenant Sexuality” from Ezra Press for 20% off …

The Ezra Institute brings you a new series with the Rebels when P Nate and Pootie are joined by a variety of guests talking about several key practical outworkings of theological concepts that will help Christians expand the Kingdom of God, see the dark pushed back and slowly (like leaven working through the loaf) win the world. In this episode, P …

It’s that time of the month again when Pastor Nate Wright and Dr. Joe Boot answer your questions. Tune in as they discuss church leadership and accountability, the intermediate state and where Christians go after they die, and Christians’ response to the pagan high, holy month of perversion and debauchery, Pride Month. Got Questions? Would you like…

The Ezra Institute brings you a new series with the Rebels when P Nate and Pootie are joined by a variety of guests talking about several key practical outworkings of theological concepts that will help Christians expand the Kingdom of God, see the dark pushed back, and slowly (like leaven working through the loaf) win the world. This episode P Nat…

Work is a central aspect of life. On today’s show, we continue our series, Conversations & Presuppositions, by examining a Christian view of work, wealth, and capital and investing our time, talents, and treasures to advance the Kingdom of God. Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Should we do this more often? Let u…

Continuing our series Conversations & Presuppositions, Drs. Boot and Thiessen are joined this week by Ezra Fellow for Public Policy Tim Dieppe to discuss the steady Islamization of the West. Episode Resources: Questions to Ask Your Muslim Friends by Tim Dieppe: https://amzn.to/3Kc6Uig “Is Islam a Religion of Peace?” by Tim Dieppe | Christian Concer…

Our series, Conversations & Presuppositions, has generated a lot of questions. On this week’s Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Pastor Nate Wright answer some of those questions. Enjoyed today’s Q&A? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Should we do this more often? Let us know in the comments or reach out to us a…

Continuing our series Conversations & Presuppositions, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright unpack the worldview convergence of the conflicted Red-Green Alliance between Leftist Communists/Socialists (red) and Islamists (green). What unites them is a common enemy, namely, Christ and His Church and anything built upon that sure foundation. Ep…

In the fifth episode of our series, Conversations & Presuppositions, thanks to the recent controversy in the UK, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Dr. Joe Boot wade into the current cultural conversation on euthanasia (lit. “the good death”), or as it is euphemistically called assisted suicide, join the discussion as they unpack what lies beneath the cultur…

In the fourth episode of our series, Conversations & Presuppositions, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright examine a SHOCKING evolution in the abortion debate. Since pro-aborts have lost the scientific argument concerning when life begins, they’re now admitting that abortion is murder and arguing for their right to murder innocent, living ch…

In this third episode of our new series, Conversations & Presuppositions, Doctors Boot and Thiessen revisit their conversation on slavery and the Bible by examining why Christianity is the only worldview that can consistently lead to liberty and how a culture’s rejection of Christ naturally leads to slavery. Choose ye this day, dear listener, freed…

In this, the second episode of our new series Conversations & Presuppositions, Doctors Boot and Thiessen discuss a common objection to Christianity: that Christianity condones slavery. But does it? You’re not going to want to miss part one of this fascinating discussion. Episode Resources: What About Slavery in the Bible | Ask Cliffe: https://youtu…

In this episode, Dr. Joe Boot and pastor Nate Wright talk about the world-changing implication of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, its evidence, and its explanation. REJOICE FOR HE IS RISEN! For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute:https://www.ezrainstit…

In this episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Dr. Joe Boot respond to the recent controversial interview by Chancellor of Reformed Theological Seminary, Ligon Duncan, on the Room for Nuance podcast where he answers questions on theonomy, postmillennialism, and faithful cultural contextualization all while throwing barbs at unnamed parties and mixing up…

In this episode, Pastor Nate Wright is joined by Ezra Fellow of Medicine and Public Christianity, Dr. Ted Fenske to discuss how to slay the dragon of pornography. For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://www.ezrainstitute.com Subscribe to Ezra’s …

In this episode, the latest of our series on the family, Dr. Joe Boot and Pastor Nate Wright discuss the relationship between parents and children, how it mirrors the Triune nature of God, and how family is, indeed, the nucleus of civilization. For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com Stay up-to-date …

In this episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright recap last weekend’s Right Response Ministries Conference, “Blueprints for Christendom 2.0,” by unpacking the seven doctrines presented at the conference for Christians to rule the world righteously under the Lordship of King Jesus. For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newslett…

In this episode, Michael and Joe are joined by Ezra Fellow for International Law, Comparative Politics, and International Relations, Daniel Ogden J.D., to talk about the disturbing rise of antisemitism and how to think about it biblically. For Ezra’s many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com Stay up-to-date with …

In this episode, Michael and Nate are joined by Harvest Windsor’s Women’s Life Director, Susie Rock, to continue the discussion on the family by discussing what it means to be a woman made in the Image of God, their role in the Kingdom of God and the family, and how they are to fulfill it for the good of others and the glory of God Almighty. Episod…

In this episode, Joe, Michael, and Nate continue their discussion on the family by discussing what the archetypal fatherhood of God means for our ectypal familial relationships. Simply put, they discuss what God’s fatherhood means for us and our relationships. Oh, how sweet it is to be part of the household of God through Christ our Lord. For all t…

In this episode, Joe, Michael, and Nate continue their discussion around Allistair Begg’s recent controversial advice to a grandmother about attending a queer wedding and his recent sermon defending his advice. Episode Resources: Responding to Attacks on the Family – PART 1: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/resource-library/podcast/responding-to-attac…

In this episode, Joe and Michael continue to discuss the big compromise of Big Eva and the need for strong fathers leading well–leading biblically. Episode Resources: Responding to Attacks on the Family – PART 1: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/resource-library/podcast/responding-to-attacks-on-the-family/ ; Allistair Begg’s Comments: https://youtu.be…

In this episode, Joe, Nate and Michael respond to yet more bad advice from Big Eva. How can we remain faithful fathers in a world full of compromise? Tune in to find out. Allistair Begg’s Comments: https://youtu.be/rXDYYPLwgYE?si=B0XrmelFb6BH6VC9&t=1726 Watch the video here:

In this episode, Joe, Nate and Michael discuss the centrality of the family in God’s redemptive story and consider how to disciple families and churches in an age where we have imbibed an individualistic idea of the gospel. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube-noco…

A bittersweet start to 2024, as we announce some changes to the hosting of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, but we are also excited to see the founding of a new Christian school in the Niagara region, and the work of cultural reform being implemented in concrete ways. We also take this occasion to look back on the origins and naming of the Ezr…

In the first episode of 2024, we consider the tradition of New Year’s resolutions, look ahead at some of the newsmaking trends that we anticipate, and conclude with a prayer for a new year.

In this Christmas replay, we discuss several opposing pairs of virtues and vices that shape our Christian character. If you’re considering how you can grow in godliness and holiness this coming year, here are some timeless biblical concepts to consider. Would you help support the work of the Ezra Institute before the year ends? Click to donate, and…

There is a certain type of attitude or personality that creeps up this time of year that tries to suppress the joy of other believers in celebrating the birth of Christ. It alleges that Christmas was originally pagan, and that we are participating in idolatry. In today’s episode we discuss how there is good evidence that this is not the case, and t…

We live in an age where we are told to define and live our own truth, including the most fundamental truths about our human identity. Over against such self-determination, Scripture gives us a vision for life based on the identity of God as the transcendent Creator, of human beings as image-bearing creatures, and the fundamental givenness of the wo…

Jonathan Wellum joins us once more on the podcast to reflect on the economic year 2023, and to discuss ESG, ethical investing, and the worldview difference between a godly and ungodly approach to economics. Learn more about Jonathan’s work. Get tickets for Mission of God West, happening this weekend!…

Ezra Institute Fellow Dan Ogden makes his podcast debut to discuss the difference between international law, which is based on common consent, and supranational law, a coercive and unaccountable system. He explains some of the strategic and economic benefits of a globally connected world, as well as the complications that arise from it, and how to …