It’s June. Which means once again Christians – along with people of all stripes – are getting bombarded by anti-biblical LGBTQ+ propaganda. Those pushing the saturation coverage are not interested in tolerance. Nor are they acting out of kindness. Powerful interests - corporations, governments and celebrities – are aggressively foisting this upon y…

In this episode of the Plain Speech Podcast, Michael Clary interviews Jamie Bambrick, best known for his viral YouTube video 'He Saves Us.' They introduce a new project they are both working on, Clear Truth Media, which aims to be a credible evangelical resource, launching on July 1st. The discussion covers Jamie's ministry journey, his bold stance…

Jesus, the Messiah. Psalm 110. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

Christians in the West see chaos growing: violent protests, unbiblical social movements, political instability and even pressures to shutter churches. So how should Christians respond? The Arab Springs offer a helpful case study of Christians responding in the midst of chaos. During the Arab Spring, protests swept through many Middle Eastern countr…

The Fear and Love of God. Psalm 36. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

The Apostle Paul famously served as a tentmaker to support himself during his ministry in the First Century. What does it look like for Christians today to follow in his entrepreneurial footsteps? How can tentmaking serve Kingdom priorities in the rainy days ahead? On this episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast, Troy Albee – pastor of Grace Pre…

Joshua: Obedience. Steve Di Iorio

When you think of Iran, do troubling thoughtsor fears come to mind? Iran has been back in the news, and concerning developments cloud the region. But there is an encouraging story that’s playing out in Iran. It’s about the miraculous growth of Christianity in a country where it has been suppressed and persecuted. Tat Stewart has a unique vantage po…

Joshua 1. Steve Di Iorio

In this video, I discuss the impending LGBTQ Pride Month and its impact on Christians. At the heart of this movement is a religious devotion to a religious cult. Therefore, Christians need to completely reject this sexual religion.

Indigenous Christians in Uzbekistan have a heart to take the Gospel of Jesus Christ to other nations. Praise God! However, many are unable to support these missionary efforts themselves. Is it just because they are live in a less affluent region? Or is there something more at play? Local churches across the globe need to be self-propagating, self-g…

1 Corinthians 13. Jason Storms.

In this episode of the Plain Speech Podcast, Michael Clary interviews Auron MacIntyre, author of 'Total State,’ political commentator on YouTube and at the Blaze. They discuss the current political climate, the influence of progressive secular humanism in society, and the importance of conservative Christians understanding and engaging with societa…

In this episode of the Current Reality Podcast, Michael and Wade address the deadly and dehumanizing issue of population control, critiquing the Darwinian idea that the Earth is overpopulated, championed by Paul Ehrlich, Planned Parenthood, and the World Economic Forum. They argue against viewing humans merely as consumers, advocating instead for t…

In April 2024, a fresh wave of attacks against the Coptic Christians of Minya Province, Egypt erupted. Why did Muslim mobs attack their homes, destroy their businesses and even contaminate their water supply? Well you see, there were rumors these Christians wanted to build themselves a church. Yep. That was enough to set things off. Not only did th…

God is Our Refuge and Strength. Psalm 46. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

Cultural Christianity has received a lot of negative press lately. Influential leaders have applauded its demise, insisting the collapse would be a net positive for the Church. But is this really the case? Jamie Bambrick, a Christian from Northern Ireland, joins the Christian Emergency Podcast to challenge the prevailing narrative. Jamie recently p…

The Two Sides of Sanctification. 2 Peter 3:14-18. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

In this episode, Jared Moore, a candidate for president of the Southern Baptist Convention, talks about his call to ministry and his current pastoral role in Crossville, Tennessee. Jared also delves into the challenges and aspirations of the Southern Baptist Convention, exploring themes of ministry methodologies, the impact of cultural trends on ch…

Christians today are alarmed by the rising pressures around them. So much of the growing hostility seems alien, angry and novel. But the truth is, the Church has encountered pressures since it was born. None of this is new. To help us gain our bearings, Professor Louis Markos joins the Christian Emergency Podcast. Professor Markos teaches at the Te…

Show Notes In this episode, Michael and Wade delve into the themes of institutional loyalty, conservative resurgence, and the importance of staying engaged in reform efforts within Christian institutions. They dissect the ethos of leaving versus staying and fighting within flawed organizations, drawing parallels with broader societal and political …

The Patience of God. 2 Peter 3:8-13. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

The Future Path of the Southern Baptist Convention: Leadership, Accountability, and Faithful Stewardship In this episode of the Plain Speech Podcast, we delve into the pivotal issues facing the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC). Topics include the importance of the Law Amendment, financial transparency, combating wokeness within the church, and the…

Christian leaders have been largely routed by the agitated and the anxious. These emotional tyrannies manifest themselves in local communities, churches and even families. What is going on and how can we navigate these insidious challenges? On this episode of the Christian Emergency Podcast, Dr. Joe Rigney joins Andy to address the emotional sabota…

The Day of the Lord. 2 Peter 3:1-7. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

The guys from The Backwoods welcome you out to a good ol' grab-bag episode touching on some recent controversies in Reformed Evangelicalism. Big takeaway: Christ is Lord and therefore it is ok to say it.

In this interview, I speak with Dr. Ben Merkle, who is the President of New Saint Andrews college in Moscow, ID.We talk all things related to students and parents picking a school in clown world 2024, including the right and wrong ways to think about sending our kids to college, whether or not college should be the default option, the value of trad…

In January 2024, a Coptic Christian woman waskidnapped and forcibly converted to Islam in Egypt. Irene Ibrahim Shehata, a 21-year-old medical student at Asyut National University disappeared between her mid-term exams. Her frantic family sought help from the police, but none was provided. Why? What was going on? Sadly, Irene’s case is neither isola…

The Glory of Women. Pastor Toby Sumpter

Practical Discernment. 2 Peter 2:1-3. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

In early 2024, the Christian Emergency Alliance visited the Christians of Nigeria’s Middle Belt region. Nigeria’sMiddle Belt is known as one of the world’s largest swaths of Christian persecution today. The threats are vast. Even in recent weeks, multiple attacks have targeted Christians. Hundreds have been kidnapped, including children at their sc…

The Deceptive Strategies of False Teachers. Lead Pastor Michael Clary. 2 Peter 2:17-22

Show Notes For questions or comments, send us an email at currentrealitypodcast@gmail.com. Our church is Christ the King Church in Cincinnati, OH. The Current Reality Podcast is a resource of King's Domain, Cincinnati, OH. Upcoming King’s Domain Conference Gendered Virtue: Men and Women Who Take Dominion April 18-20, 2024 Speakers include Michael F…

Highlights from this episode include avoiding emotional manipulation, canonizing personal preferences, the "narcissism" boogeyman, and weaponized feelings.Matt will be speaking at the upcoming King’s Domain conference, "Gendered Virtue: Men and Women Who Take Dominion,” April 18-20, 2024 in Cincinnati, OH. Other speakers include Joe Rigney, Michael…

Biblical ministry in blue, liberal cities pose many challenges. Pastor Chase Davis is familiar with them, having helped plant a church in Boulder, Colorado. Creeping persecution and open hostility have marked his church’s recent experience. You may recognize the same cultural collapse advancing in your own backyard. If so, this episode of the Chris…

Between Two Thieves. Luke 23:32-43. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

Christian kids and teenagers today face a gauntlet of challenges, particularly when it comes to remaining faithful in our increasingly faithless cultures. Christians parents are in a similar boat. Many have no clue how to help their young ones navigate today’s pressures. How do they even instruct their kids when things shift so swiftly? How do moms…

Highlights from this episode include our discussion of awkward Christian sex manuals, woke movies, merchants of misery, why woke people are unhappy, bitterness traps, and the apologetics of joy.Michael will be speaking at the upcoming King’s Domain conference, "Gendered Virtue: Men and Women Who Take Dominion,” April 18-20, 2024 in Cincinnati, OH. …

6 Characteristics of False Teachers. Second Peter 2:4-16. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

Cross-cultural missions is an exciting calling. But Christians may be surprised to learn there are real problems in the missions community. The woke theology many believers have recently discovered in their midst is not limited to our home countries. In fact, woke theology has wormed its way into other countries through western missionaries. Missio…

Discerning False Teachers. Second Peter 2:1-3. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

For questions or comments, send us an email at currentrealitypodcast@gmail.com. Our church is Christ the King Church in Cincinnati, OH. The Current Reality Podcast is a resource of King's Domain, Cincinnati, OH. Upcoming King’s Domain Conference Gendered Virtue: Men and Women Who Take Dominion April 18-20, 2024 Speakers include Michael Foster, Toby…

Michael Clary comes out to the Backwoods to discuss gratitude for Godly forefathers and his book, God's Good Design for Human Sexuality. From Michael Clary: American Reformer - Scorning Our Forefathers Book - God's Good Design: A Biblical, Theological, and Practical Guide to Human Sexuality

Many Christians today fear their faith may one day cost them their job. They are not sure what they should do. Should they keep their faith a secret? Simply go along to get along? What would it be like if they actually got fired for following Christ? And how should the Church respond? Dr. Aaron Edwards knows a thing or two about getting fired for f…

Cleverly Devised Myths. Second Peter 1:16-21. Alex Costa

For Christians in the West, the concept of “tribe”might be an alien concept. For much of the world, however, the tribe is a normal part of everyday life. The tribe is the community of shared values and history, where jobs and insurance are provided, and where members are protected. The Bible also speaks of tribes and the importance of reaching them…

In this episode, Shane Morris and I talk have a really interesting conversation about masculinity, femininity, anthropological heresies, and how the on-demand birth control broke everyone's brains.Shane will also be speaking at the upcoming King’s Domain conference, "Gendered Virtue: Men and Women Who Take Dominion,” April 18-20, 2024 in Cincinnati…

Confirm Your Calling and Election. Second Peter 1:10-15. Lead Pastor Michael Clary

Show Notes For questions or comments, send us an email at currentrealitypodcast@gmail.com. Our church is Christ the King Church in Cincinnati, OH. The Current Reality Podcast is a resource of King's Domain, Cincinnati, OH. Upcoming King’s Domain Conference Gendered Virtue: Men and Women Who Take Dominion April 18-20, 2024 Speakers include Michael F…