Best Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary Podcasts (2024)

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You Can't Out-Sin God's Grace (part 3) 37:40

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In his three-part series on the restoration of Peter from John 21:15-19,Dr. Owen Strachan emphasizes that we are all like Peter, in need of restoration and forgiveness. He highlights that the purpose of studying biblical characters' sins is to understand our own sin and overcome it with the power of God. Strachan offers five reflections on the rest…

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I Am Peter: How God Restores Christians (part 2) 39:56

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Dr. Owen Strachan explores the restoration of Peter in John 21:15-19. He emphasizes that God has amazing grace and mercy for Christians every day of their Christian life. Strachan provides five observations on how God restores sinners, focusing on Jesus going to Peter, engaging him in a dialogue, redirecting his attention to love, giving him marchi…

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Episode 276: The Soul-Winning Church

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You want your church to be reaching out with the gospel. Your sermons often include a call to evangelize. You’ve held evangelism training events. So . . . where are the conversions? Is your church actually reaching the lost? How do you become a genuinely soul-winning church? On today’s episode of the FTC Podcast, authors and ministers J.A. Medders …

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The Ups and Down of Peter the Apostle (part 1) 41:08

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Dr. Owen Strachan explores the up and down Christian and apostolic experience of Peter, focusing on his restoration by Jesus. Owen emphasizes the importance of being honest about our sin and the need for a healthy approach to sin. He highlights the various highs and lows in Peter's life, including his denial of Jesus, his confession of Jesus as the…

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Best of Preaching and Preachers, Episode 267: Resources for Preaching Sermons 30:23

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*This episode was originally recorded on 2/5/23. Today, I want to welcome Dr. David Allen to the podcast. David is the Distinguished Visiting Professor of Practical Theology and Dean of the Adrian Rogers Center for Biblical Preaching. He has authored several books including The Extent of the Atonement: A Historical and Critical Review, Text-Driven …

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From the Archives: #Tradwives and Sourdough Loaves 34:03

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From the Archives: Dr. Owen Strachan is with his family taking a little time off, but he'll return soon! In the meantime, we at Grace and Truth wanted to re-share and episode that we hope will bless you. Here, Owen discusses the debate over sourdough and tradwife culture in evangelical circles. He explores the mirror phenomenon of red-pilled manhoo…

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From the Archives: The Epidemic of Quarrelsomeness 41:15

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From the Archives: Dr. Owen Strachan is with his family taking a little time off, but he'll return soon! In the meantime, we at Grace and Truth wanted to re-share and episode that we hope will bless you. Here, Owen discusses the issue of quarrelsomeness among Christians and talks about how quarrelsomeness has become an epidemic in today's society, …

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Episode 275: FTC Mailbag

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In this installment of the Mailbag, Jared Wilson and Ross Ferguson answer questions all submitted via email, including: recommended books for training lay elders, succession plans for senior pastorate, how to know if you’re “gospel-centered” enough, how churches should handle sex offenders who want to be members, the process of disciplining church …

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From the Archives: Overcoming Your Temper with Dale Thackrah 39:25

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From the Archives: Dr. Owen Strachan is with his family taking a little time off, but he'll return soon! In the meantime, we at Grace and Truth wanted to re-share and episode that we hope will bless you. Here, Owen is joined by Dale Thackrah, the Executive Pastor at Redeemer Bible Church, discuss the issue of angry men and how to help them. They ex…

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Best of Preaching and Preachers, Episode 277: The Pastor and Difficult Conversations 22:54

8d ago22:54

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*This episode was originally published on 2/8/23. This week I am delighted to welcome Jonathan Leeman to the podcast. Dr. Leeman serves as the Editorial Director for 9Marks. He is an accomplished writer having recently co-authored a book with Collin Hansen titled: Rediscover Church: Why the Body of Christ is Essentia, and Church Membership: How the…

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From the Archives: Cancelling Repentance and Cancel Culture 43:51

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From the Archives: Dr. Owen Strachan is with his family taking a little time off, but he'll return soon! In the meantime, we at Grace and Truth wanted to re-share and episode that we hope will bless you. Here, Owen is joined by Jon Benzinger, the Lead Pastor of Redeemer Bible Church in Arizona and they discuss how the call to repentance is disappea…

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From the Archives: Godly Men Don't Dominate Women 42:27

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From the Archives: Dr. Owen Strachan is with his family taking a little time off, but he'll return soon! In the meantime, we at Grace and Truth wanted to re-share and episode that we hope will bless you. Here, Owen critiques the idea that men should dominate their wives and children. He argues that this concept is not biblical and is influenced by …

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Episode 274: Congregation Hall of Fame

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On this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared Wilson and Ross Ferguson celebrate some of the unsung heroes of congregations around the world. They don’t often get the fanfare or the spotlight, but these faithful member “types” help churches grow and flourish, and they are huge encouragements to their pastors.…

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From the Archives: He SAVES Us: A Response to "He Gets Us" 41:09

14d ago41:09

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Dr. Owen Strachan may be out this week, but we wanted to highlight an older episode that we hope will bless you. In this conversation, Owen addresses the Superbowl ad from the "He Gets Us" campaign has many people talking, but wants to zero in on what he believes is missing from the conversation: the fact that while Jesus does "get us", He Saves Us…

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Best of Preaching and Preachers, Episode 274: Identifying the Next Generation of Preachers 22:24

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*This episode was originally published on 4/16/23. Today, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books, Discerning Your Call to Ministry. Jared serves here at Midwestern Seminary as Assistant Professor of Preaching and Evangelism and is directing the FTC Cohorts here on campus.…

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Christian Nationalism and the 30 Years’ War 35:22

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Dr. Owen Strachan explores the topic of Christian nationalism and its historical context, focusing on the 30 Years War in Europe from 1618 to 1648. It highlights the dangers of merging church and state and the negative consequences that can arise from such alliances. The conversation emphasizes the importance of religious liberty and the American e…

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Why We Must Protect Girls from Confused Men 31:46

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In this conversation, Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the recent vote by House Republicans to repeal the Biden administration's efforts to insert sexual orientation and gender identity into civil rights legislation. He emphasizes the importance of Christians giving thanks for this public stand and speaking the truth in love. Owen also highlights the ro…

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Episode 273: Grab Bag!

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It’s another installment of the Grab Bag feature here at the FTC Pod. Jared and Ross each come with unique questions for the other. Tune in and find out what surprise topics they discussed! Also, during the month of July you can enter to win the entire Puritan Paperback series from Midwestern Seminary, along with daily faculty book giveaways on soc…

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Honoring Corey Comperatore, a Fallen Hero 34:06

21d ago34:06

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On today's Grace and Truth, Dr. Owen Strachan honors Corey Comparatore, a former fire chief, who sacrificed his life to shield his wife and daughter from an assassin's bullets at a Trump rally. This act of heroism reminds us of the greater love displayed by Jesus Christ, who died on the cross to save sinners. It also serves as a call for men to emb…

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Best of Preaching and Preachers, Episode 269: The Bully Pulpit 20:40

22d ago20:40

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*This episode was originally recorded on 2/19/23. Today, I want to welcome Dr. Michael Kruger to the podcast. Michael serves as the President and Samuel C. Patterson Professor of New Testament and Early Christianity at Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte, N.C. He is the author of several books, including Bully Pulpit: Confronting the Problem…

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Stop Letting Yourself Be Condemned (part 2) 34:53

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In the second part of his two-part series, Dr. Owen Strachan explores the different aspects of the no condemnation life that every Christian leads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Grace & Truth with Owen Strachan

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Stop Letting Yourself Be Condemned (part 1) 34:57

27d ago34:57

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Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the concept of no condemnation for Christians. He focuses on two main themes: no condemnation from the law and no condemnation from the devil. Strachan emphasizes that Christians are not saved by works of the law, but through the finished work of Jesus Christ. He also highlights the ongoing ministry of condemnation by th…

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Episode 272: Conferences

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Evangelicals love conferences. Well, most of them do anyway. Is the church’s interest in conferences changing? On this week’s episode of the podcast, Jared and Ross discuss the recent phenomenon of the mega-conference, what they like and don’t like about conferences, whether evangelicals’ love affair with conferences has changed, the advantages of …

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Making Sense of the Attack on Trump: A Biblical Perspective 36:13

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On July 13th, 2024, there was an attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania. While Trump was not killed, the event was a tragic display of evil and a reminder of the poisoned state of public discourse in America. In response to these events, Dr. Owen Strachan offers four reflections from a b…

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Best of Preaching and Preachers, Episode 290: The Pastor and Theological Education, Part 2 20:59

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*This episode was originally published on 11/13/23. Today, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books, Succeeding at Seminary. Jared serves here at Midwestern Seminary as Assistant Professor of Preaching and Evangelism and is directing the FTC Cohorts here on campus. Today we will talk about the pastor an…

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Sanctification Is Totally Dependent on God 35:01

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Dr. Owen Strachan challenges the misconception that sanctification is solely the responsibility of the believer. He emphasizes that sanctification is a work of God's grace and that it is dependent on Him. Owen highlights seven truths about biblical sanctification, including the fact that it is not a burdening doctrine and that it is not legalism. H…

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Are Christians Called to Preserve Their Ethnicity? 41:35

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Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the role of ethnicity and identity in Christianity. He addresses the debate over preserving or demolishing cultural backgrounds, particularly in relation to white Anglo-Saxon Protestant (WASP) culture. Strachan presents 10 truths about ethnicity and identity, emphasizing that God providentially gave us our ethnicity and …

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Episode 271: Best Books for Pastors

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We know pastors love books and talking about books, so on this episode of the FTC Podcast, Jared and Ross share a few books they recommend for the pastor’s shelf. Also, during the month of July you can enter to win the entire Puritan Paperback series from Midwestern Seminary, along with daily faculty book giveaways on social media. Enter to win at …

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Being Pro-Life Is Not Up for Negotiation 33:59

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Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the issue of abortion and the Republican Party's stance on it. It explores the potential changes to the party platform and the importance of Christians having a clear pro-life position. The host emphasizes the need for Christians to be engaged in the conversation and to speak up for the unborn. The conversation also touc…

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Best of Preaching and Preachers, Episode 268: The Pastor and Theological Education 21:22

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*This episode was originally published on 2/23/23. Today, Dr. Jared Bumpers joins me back in the studio as co-host as we discuss one of my books Succeeding at Seminary. Jared serves here at Midwestern Seminary as Assistant Professor of Preaching and Evangelism and is directing the FTC Cohorts here on campus.…

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From the Archives: Jinger Duggar Vuolo on Legalism and Grace 34:50

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Dr. Owen Strachan has the day off, but we here at Grace and Truth do not want to leave you without edifying content on this Fourth of July! In this popular episode, Owen is joined by Jinger Duggar Vuolo discuss her background in the Gothardist system and her journey to disentangle her faith from fear. They discuss the harmful teachings of Bill Goth…

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From the Archives: Alistair Begg A Loving Response (with Grant R. Castleberry) 44:44

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Dr. Owen Strachan has the day off today, but we here at Grace and Truth don't want to leave you without any edifying content! In this popular episode, Owen is joined by Grant Castleberry, senior pastor of Capital Community Church in Raleigh, N.C., and they respond to a piece written by Alistair Begg regarding whether Christians can attend transgend…

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Episode 270: Baptists on Baptism

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It’s an “everything baptism” episode today! Jared and Ross talk about the biblical meaning and mode of baptism, the phenomenon of “spontaneous baptisms,” the connection between baptism and membership and discipleship, what age is the right age to baptize, and even their funny baptism stories. Also, during the month of July you can enter to win the …

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Loving America in the Age of Nation-Hate 33:33

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Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the question of whether it is okay to love America and your country. He argues that it is not a bad thing to love your country and seek the good of the city where God has placed you. He emphasizes the importance of honesty about America's past and recognizing its failings, such as slavery and Jim Crow laws. However, he a…

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Best of Preaching and Preachers, Episode 280: Preaching Through Proverbs, Part 2 21:59

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This episode was originally published on 6/4/23. Today, Dr. Sam Bierig joins Dr. Jared Bumpers back in the studio as they discuss his dissertation on the book of Proverbs. Sam serves as Vice President of Undergraduate Studies, Dean of Spurgeon College, and Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies at Spurgeon College. He recently released his own boo…

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Kinism, Antisemitism, and the "Woke Right" (with Neil Shenvi) 39:03

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Dr. Owen Strachan is once again joined by Neil Shenvi of Shenvi Apologetics, and they discuss the problematic ideas emerging from the 'woke right' movement. They address the argument that churches should prioritize their own ethnicity and local context over foreign missions, highlighting the importance of the Great Commission and loving our neighbo…

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Why the "Woke Right" Needs the Gospel (with Neil Shenvi) 36:37

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Dr. Owen Strachan and Neil Shenvi of Shenvi Apologetics, discuss the embrace of critical theory in Christian Nationalism. They highlight the problem of using critical theory to understand the world and its impact on the church. They also explore the dangers of adopting overarching narratives without nuance and the need for careful and logical think…

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Episode 269: Jen Wilkin on Revelation

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Revelation shouldn’t leave us fearful or confused, but its imagery and concepts often confound our modern ears. If all Scripture is God-breathed and profitable, though, we should assume Revelation is as accessible and helpful as any other book of the Bible. Teacher and author Jen Wilkin has written a new Bible study guiding readers through Revelati…

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What Is the "Woke Right"? (with Neil Shenvi) 38:17

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Dr. Owen Strachan interviews Neil Shenvi of Shenvi Apologetics, and they talk about the rise of what some are calling the "woke right". They discuss how Neil got interested in critical theory and wokeness, and how he began to understand critical race theory. They also explore the similarities between the woke left and the woke right, including the …

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The Gospel, Missions, and Sovereign Joy (Isaiah 52:13–53:12) 17:52

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This was a message delivered to those prayerfully considering being a part of Sovereign Joy Baptist Church, a new church plant in Liberty, Missouri.By Jason S. DeRouchie

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Best of Preaching and Preachers, Episode 275: Preaching Through Proverbs, Part 1 23:21

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This episode was originally published on 4/23/23. Today, Dr. Sam Bierig joins Dr. Jared Bumpers back in the studio as they discuss his dissertation on the book of Proverbs. Sam serves as Vice President of Undergraduate Studies, Dean of Spurgeon College, and Assistant Professor of Biblical Studies at Spurgeon College. He recently released his own bo…

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Healing After the Sexual Revolution (with Cynthia Garrett) 35:52

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Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by Cynthia Garrett, author of 'The Naked Truth: Reclaiming Sexual Freedom in a Culture of Lies,' and she discusses her journey from a successful career in the entertainment industry to finding faith in Christ. She shares her personal experiences with sexual abuse, the confusion surrounding sex and sexuality, and the need…

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Christians Shouldn't Abandon the World 38:33

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Dr. Owen Strachan announces his new role as the Senior Director of the Dobson Culture Center at the James Dobson Family Institute. He emphasizes the importance of Christians being salt and light in a fallen world, rather than withdrawing from it. The Dobson Culture Center aims to assist Christians in living based on a biblical worldview, provide bi…

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Episode 268: FTC Mailbag

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On this installment of the regular Mailbag feature of the FTC Podcast, Jared and Ross discuss the alleged pastor deficit, benevolence ministry, dealing with disqualified leaders in inter-church events, young adult Bible studies, should pastors attend Sunday School?, and more!By Jared C. Wilson

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Brave Doctors: No More Puberty-Blockers 35:55

2M ago35:55

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Dr. Owen Strachan addresses the news of the American College of Pediatricians issuing a bold declaration calling for an immediate stop to the use of puberty blockers and the embrace of gender ideology that harms children. Owen highlights the need for compassion and grace in addressing the distress experienced by children and teenagers. See omnystud…

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Best of Preaching and Preachers, Episode 286: Spurgeon on the Poor 19:19

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This episode was originally published on 10/9/23. Today, I want to welcome Dr. Alex DiPrima to the podcast as we discuss his book, Spurgeon and the Poor. Alex serves as the Preaching Pastor at Emmanuel Church in Winston-Salem, NC. He is also the editor of Servants of Christ, Lovers of Men: Spurgeon on Pastoral Ministry, and has also published sever…

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Is "Servant Leadership" Good or Bad? 41:10

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Dr. Owen Strachan explores the concept of servant leadership in the context of the church and the home, distinguishing between bad and good forms of servant leadership. He delves into the nature of leadership, authority, and love, drawing insights from biblical passages and addressing the challenges and misconceptions surrounding these concepts. Se…

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A Wise Woman, a Humble Man: On David and Abigail 37:02

2M ago37:02

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On this episode of Grace and Truth, Dr. Owen Strachan delves into the biblical narrative of 1 Samuel 25, exploring themes of biblical complementarity, wisdom, humility, and divine judgment. It highlights the interactions between David, Nabal, and Abigail, offering insights into the qualities of godly manhood and womanhood. The narrative serves as a…

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Episode 267: Awesome Dads of the Bible

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In honor of Father’s Day coming up, the guys are bringing their short lists of the best dads in the Bible. We’ve got some curve balls for you on this one!By Jared C. Wilson

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Why Is Pride Month Subdued This Year? (With David Closson) 33:13

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Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at the Family Research Council, and they delve into the changing landscape of Pride Month and the cultural engagement of Christians and conservatives. They discuss the trend of major corporations scaling back their participation in Pride Month, the implicati…

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