The weakness of the American church and the attitude of a Christian

Every religion holds to essential doctrines that make them distinct and identifiable from every other belief system. Christianity is no different. David Wolcott and I examine Progressive Christianity and their denial of the essential doctrines of the faith. Does this mean those who say they're progressive Christians are not Christian? We also talk about why many Christians today identify with moralistic therapeutic deism as their worldview, and their dependence on emotionalism. 

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What is faith? If you ask a Christian, they likely can't tell you. Christians, like many unbelievers, think faith is believing in something you can't see without evidence. Is it true that in order to have faith you can't ask for evidence? Is faith opposed to logic and reason? Shanda recaps her conversation with an atheist on social media and shares the results from a poll asking Christians to define faith. This episode will not only challenge you to examine what faith is, but it will challenge you to examine the evidence for God and what you put your faith in.  

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How did the sexual revolution impact the church? Why do many who grew up in the days of purity culture feel the message was damaging to those in the church? Terrell Clemmons from Salvo Magazine takes us back in time to the moral shift that led to the sexual revolution. We discuss why expressive individualism is hurting our culture, and why identity is linked to sexuality. This conversation is both eye opening and something the church must take note of.

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Lady Gaga's 2011 song, Born This Way, was a hit because not only does it have a catchy tune, it has a catchy message: God accepts you the way you are because He makes no mistakes. Messages like these are a dime a dozen in the culture we're in. But what if they come from those in the church? Shanda discusses the catchy phrases that have made their way into the church but are accepted by Christians because God is sprinkled in there somewhere. She takes you through passages of Scripture that show the correct response to sin and why no one likes the message of original sin.  In fact, some pastors avoid it all together. You'll learn why the message of original sin is a must when sharing the gospel.

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Do you follow your emotions and regret it later? How can you prepare to think well and not be manipulated by the propaganda you'll see this election season? Christians often think that because God renews their minds by the word they don't have to learn logic. Is that true? Kathy Gibbens, host of the Filter It Through a Brain Cell podcast, is on the show to talk about why it's necessary to learn how to think. You'll hear about the most common fallacies Shanda and Kathy encounter on social media, and they share their favorite resources for an introduction to logic. 

Follow Kathy Gibbens on social media: @Kathy Bibbens

Listen to Kathy's podcast: Filter It Through A Brain Cell

Kathy's Crazy Thinkers: FilterItThroughABrainCell.com

Learn Logic: Train Your Brain: An Introduction To Logic at ImpactApologetics.com

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Is Christianity a bunch of do's and don'ts? Shanda received a question from a listener on Facebook about the guilt of working out and going to the gym. After futher discussion, the listener revealed she grew up in a legalistic church and struggles with false guilt. In today's episode, Shanda address the listener's concerns by defining what legalism is and how to identify it. You will learn how to break free from legalism and how to think biblically about guilt, shame, and condemnation. Are any of these from God? What can we do when we struggle with these emotions tied to do's and don'ts? This episode will encourage you and point you to Bible passages to study. 

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Most women's Bible studies don't focus on theology as much as they focus on felt needs. Why is that? Isn't theology for women too? Nikki Stull from Women In Apologetics advocates for why every believer ought to be a theologian. We talk about: 

1. How does the average Christian study theology?
2. Reasons Christians need both apologetics and theology.
3. Some next steps for how to dive deeper into Bible study. 

Follow Nikki Stull at https://seekingsacredtruth.com 

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Everyone is someone's disicple because discipleship is not isolated to Christianity. A disciple is a student or follower of a teacher or leader. With a definition like that, it's easy to see we are all someone's disciple. Whatever you give your mind to will form your worldview. As a student of the word, you have a responsiblity to guard who you allow in it. In this episode, we discuss: 

1. What do we mean when we say discipleship is not isolated to Christianity?
2. What is the responsibility of a disciple (student)?
3. How do you choose teachers who are equipped to disciple you? 

The recommended Bible passage for this episode is Mark 4 - The Parable Of The Sower. Jesus teaches us about the responsibility of the learner and why it all begins with the motivation to hear. 

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Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world and with the Israel-Hamas war in the spotlight in recent months, many claim it's a religion of peace. Is that true? Laura Zifer Powell, an Islamic Specialist with Women in Apologetics, is on the show to talk about the origin of Islam. We discuss the "Queers for Palestine" and the reality of that statement, as well as TikTokers converting to Islam after reading the Quran. Will Muslims eventually take over the world? Listen to this powerful conversation and learn how to respond to the claim that Islam is a peaceful religion. 

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Do you say what you mean and mean what you say? When you tell someone you're going to do something, do you follow through? As we begin a new year, there's something to be said about being a person of your word. In fact, if you've made goals and desire change in the new year, you've already given your word that you will do what you plan in order to accomplish those goals. We'll discuss what the Bible says about keeping your word. We'll also discuss why your word is attached to your reputation, and what integrity really means. Do you have it?

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