The Brian Dainsberg Podcast Thu, 11 Jun 2026 17:22:27 -0500 https://www.briandainsberg.com/ en © 2026 The Brian Dainsberg Podcast no Ozaukee County, WI, USA c010503d-00de-5ac3-86c2-7ac85d0bf67e Brian Dainsberg episodic false In a world full of cultural confusion, this podcast helps believers think biblically, live faithfully, and “fight the good fight of the faith.” – 1 Tim. 6:12

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Brian Dainsberg, Alliance Bible Church, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Bible, God, Jesus Christ, Religion, Society, Theology, Politics Brian Dainsberg https://storage.buzzsprout.com/4tpowgtksj3xo9buiqtth5x6sq3u?.jpg The Brian Dainsberg Podcast https://www.briandainsberg.com/ How Can I Forgive? How Can I Forgive? Forgiveness sounds simple—until you actually have to do it. This episode will unpack why our culture gets forgiveness wrong, why it’s so hard for us personally, and how the cross reshapes everything. If you’ve ever wrestled with letting go, this conversation might be the doorway to real freedom.

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]]> Forgiveness sounds simple—until you actually have to do it. This episode will unpack why our culture gets forgiveness wrong, why it’s so hard for us personally, and how the cross reshapes everything. If you’ve ever wrestled with letting go, this conversation might be the doorway to real freedom.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-19167596 Fri, 15 May 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1995 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Christians, Culture, Society, The World, Religion, Faith, Theology, The Bible, God's Word, Scripture, God, Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit, Creation, Fall, Sin, Redemption, The Gospel full false The Story of the Bible in 15 Minutes The Story of the Bible in 15 Minutes It can be very difficult to ascertain a single plotline in a book as large as the Bible. But there is one. In this "out of the box" episode, you'll hear the story of the Bible in 15 minutes.

]]> It can be very difficult to ascertain a single plotline in a book as large as the Bible. But there is one. In this "out of the box" episode, you'll hear the story of the Bible in 15 minutes.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-18999224 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0500 856 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Christians, Culture, Society, The World, Religion, Faith, Theology, The Bible, God's Word, Scripture, God, Jesus Christ, Holy Spirit, Creation, Fall, Sin, Redemption, The Gospel full false Is Hell Real? Is Hell Real? A former Hollywood actor recently made a splash, sort of, in the Christian digital world when he announced his support for "annihilationism." It's a word many are likely unfamiliar with. So what is this view? And does it make sense of the biblical witness?

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]]> A former Hollywood actor recently made a splash, sort of, in the Christian digital world when he announced his support for "annihilationism." It's a word many are likely unfamiliar with. So what is this view? And does it make sense of the biblical witness?

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-18826231 Sun, 15 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0500 1815 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Christians, Culture, Society, The World, Religion, Faith, Theology, The Bible, God's Word, Scripture, God, Human Beings, Hell, Sin, Punishment, Eternity, God's Wrath, Judgment full false Free Will and Authentic Love Free Will and Authentic Love Don't human beings have to have free will in order for love to be authentic? What role does God have in securing the love of his creatures? Welcome to a big, deep topic.

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]]> Don't human beings have to have free will in order for love to be authentic? What role does God have in securing the love of his creatures? Welcome to a big, deep topic.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-18653159 Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0600 1457 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Christians, Culture, Society, The World, Religion, Faith, Theology, The Bible, God's Word, Scripture, God, Human Beings, Love, Free Will, Creation full false A Bible Translation for One Billion People A Bible Translation for One Billion People More than one billion people around the world speak English as a second language. But they don't speak it well and live in cultures where information is passed along orally. So how do we get God's Word into their minds and hearts? Special guest Ian Bultman will help explain that and how you are or can be a part of it.

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]]> More than one billion people around the world speak English as a second language. But they don't speak it well and live in cultures where information is passed along orally. So how do we get God's Word into their minds and hearts? Special guest Ian Bultman will help explain that and how you are or can be a part of it.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-18497019 Thu, 15 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0600 1558 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Christians, Culture, Society, The World, Bible, God's Word, Scripture, Language, Translation full false Feminism Feminism It has a complicated history, but knowing something about feminism's ideological genealogy is important to discerning its usefulness to the Christian life. This episode will provide a brief overview of feminism's history and some pastoral reflections on its foundations.

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]]> It has a complicated history, but knowing something about feminism's ideological genealogy is important to discerning its usefulness to the Christian life. This episode will provide a brief overview of feminism's history and some pastoral reflections on its foundations.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-18345655 Mon, 15 Dec 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1530 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Christians, Culture, Society, The World, Religion, Faith, Theology, The Bible, God's Word, Scripture, Feminism full false Why I Trust the Bible Why I Trust the Bible The reliability of the Bible is contested in every generation. Every generation has to find ways to provide sound reasons for believing its truthfulness. This episode will highlight three reasons the New Testament in particular ought to be believed.

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]]> The reliability of the Bible is contested in every generation. Every generation has to find ways to provide sound reasons for believing its truthfulness. This episode will highlight three reasons the New Testament in particular ought to be believed.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-18167814 Sat, 15 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1408 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Christians, Culture, Society, The World, Religion, Faith, Theology, The Bible, God's Word, Scripture, The Gospel full false Religious Liberty: Is it a Biblical and Theological Concept? Religious Liberty: Is it a Biblical and Theological Concept? Religious liberty is a "culture war" issue these days. It's often discussed in civics classes, but is it a biblical and theological concept? You might be surprised to find out how many biblical motifs are connected to this subject.

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]]> Religious liberty is a "culture war" issue these days. It's often discussed in civics classes, but is it a biblical and theological concept? You might be surprised to find out how many biblical motifs are connected to this subject.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-17996927 Wed, 15 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2019 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Christians, Culture, Society, The World, Religion, Faith, Theology, Civics, Politics, Culture War, Liberty, Freedom, The Bible, God's Word, Scripture, The Gospel full false (Bonus Episode) Charlie Kirk: "Politics is Peanuts Compared to Jesus" (Bonus Episode) Charlie Kirk: "Politics is Peanuts Compared to Jesus" On September 10, countless cameras captured the shocking and brutal assassination of Charlie Kirk. Though his life was cut short, he left behind noble examples that continue to inspire. For Christians, walking through this tragedy presents an opportunity to learn how to face moments of evil with wisdom and faith.

]]> On September 10, countless cameras captured the shocking and brutal assassination of Charlie Kirk. Though his life was cut short, he left behind noble examples that continue to inspire. For Christians, walking through this tragedy presents an opportunity to learn how to face moments of evil with wisdom and faith.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-17927555 Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1382 Brian Dainsberg, Culture, Christianity, Christians, Charlie Kirk, Truth, The Bible, Evil, Faith, Martyrdom, Martyrs, Evangelism, Free Speech, Persecution, Politics, Society full false Sports: Good, Bad, or Something Else? Sports: Good, Bad, or Something Else? Sports aren't just an American phenomenon. They are a global phenomenon. Just consider the popularity of soccer. What are we to make of it? Are they good? Bad? Useful? Should we enjoy them? Or shun them?

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]]> Sports aren't just an American phenomenon. They are a global phenomenon. Just consider the popularity of soccer. What are we to make of it? Are they good? Bad? Useful? Should we enjoy them? Or shun them?

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-17776105 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1276 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Culture, Society, Bible, God's Word, Scripture, Sports, Sporting Events full false (Bonus Episode) Bold Move: Lakeside Alliance Church - July 2025 Update (Bonus Episode) Bold Move: Lakeside Alliance Church - July 2025 Update In this bonus episode, Lead Pastor Jon Vallier shares how God has been at work at Lakeside Alliance Church, the church Alliance Bible Church planted in January 2024 in Port Washington, Wisconsin. Over the past 18 months, they've seen the power of the gospel impact individual lives, families, and the community. Listen in for some amazing stories of what God is doing in and through LAC!

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]]> In this bonus episode, Lead Pastor Jon Vallier shares how God has been at work at Lakeside Alliance Church, the church Alliance Bible Church planted in January 2024 in Port Washington, Wisconsin. Over the past 18 months, they've seen the power of the gospel impact individual lives, families, and the community. Listen in for some amazing stories of what God is doing in and through LAC!

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-17497151 Tue, 15 Jul 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1456 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, The Church, Church Planting, Discipleship, Evangelism, The Gospel, Good News, Great Commission full false Q&A: Biblical Counseling Q&A: Biblical Counseling On the surface, it's not all that apparent what biblical counseling is. It will have a critical role to play at Alliance Bible Church for years to come so clarity is vital.

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]]> On the surface, it's not all that apparent what biblical counseling is. It will have a critical role to play at Alliance Bible Church for years to come so clarity is vital.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-17138214 Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1514 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Theology, Culture, Society, The World, Bible, God's Word, Scripture, Biblical Counseling, Counseling, Suffering, Struggle, Hurt, Guidance, Wisdom, Compassion, Grace, Truth full false Q&A: Biblical Prophecy Q&A: Biblical Prophecy There is so much confusion about biblical prophecy. Stating bluntly, many people don't know how to read and interpret it correctly. This short episode will provide introductory exposure to how the Scriptures themselves use prophecy.

]]> There is so much confusion about biblical prophecy. Stating bluntly, many people don't know how to read and interpret it correctly. This short episode will provide introductory exposure to how the Scriptures themselves use prophecy.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-16970376 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:00:00 -0500 1049 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, The World, Society, Culture, Bible, God's Word, Scripture, Prophecy, Future, History full false Q&A: Roman Catholicism and Protestantism Q&A: Roman Catholicism and Protestantism The commonalities and differences between Roman Catholicism and Protestantism will likely be equally surprising to those not well-versed in what each believes. While this episode won't hit every detail, it's a good starting point to make some necessary distinctions.

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]]> The commonalities and differences between Roman Catholicism and Protestantism will likely be equally surprising to those not well-versed in what each believes. While this episode won't hit every detail, it's a good starting point to make some necessary distinctions.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-16782895 Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0500 2826 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, The World, Society, Culture, Roman Catholicism, Protestantism, Religion, Faith, God's Word, Scripture, The Bible full false Q&A: Deconstruction Q&A: Deconstruction There has been no shortage of "deconstruction" or "deconversion" stories to be found on the internet. While the words associated with it may sound new, the phenomenon has been around for centuries.

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]]> There has been no shortage of "deconstruction" or "deconversion" stories to be found on the internet. While the words associated with it may sound new, the phenomenon has been around for centuries.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-16626060 Sat, 15 Feb 2025 00:00:00 -0600 1328 Brian Dainsberg, Bible, Christianity, Culture, Faith, God's Word, Scripture, Society, The World, Deconstruction, Deconversion full false Q&A: Prayer - What Is It and How Do I Do It? Q&A: Prayer - What Is It and How Do I Do It? Prayer is something Christians mention often, yet it remains mysterious. We tell ourselves we need to pray more, but what exactly is it and how are we supposed to do it?

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]]> Prayer is something Christians mention often, yet it remains mysterious. We tell ourselves we need to pray more, but what exactly is it and how are we supposed to do it?

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-16420796 Wed, 15 Jan 2025 00:00:00 -0600 2109 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, The World, Christianity, Christians, Culture, Society, The Bible, God's Word, Prayer, Faith full false Q&A: Christian Nationalism Q&A: Christian Nationalism Another buzzword within popular culture today is "Christian Nationalism." What is it? What are its chief tenets? Tune in to this episode for an introductory answer to a growing question.

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]]> Another buzzword within popular culture today is "Christian Nationalism." What is it? What are its chief tenets? Tune in to this episode for an introductory answer to a growing question.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-16250729 Sun, 15 Dec 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1046 Brian Dainsberg, Christing Living, Christianity, The World, Society, Culture, Christian Nationalism full false Q&A: "He Gets Us" Q&A: "He Gets Us" Many of you have probably seen commercials on television that have the theme, "He Gets Us." They are intended to introduce the television viewer to Jesus. What is their message? Is it sound? Let's dive in and assess it.

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]]> Many of you have probably seen commercials on television that have the theme, "He Gets Us." They are intended to introduce the television viewer to Jesus. What is their message? Is it sound? Let's dive in and assess it.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-16088335 Fri, 15 Nov 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1132 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, The World, Society, Culture, Life, Christianity, Worldview, Jesus Christ, Television, Media, He Gets Us full false Q&A: Conspiracy Theories Q&A: Conspiracy Theories Big Foot. Lochness. Area 51. "Conspiracy Theories" are all the rage today. How do we process these sorts of things from a Christian perspective?

]]> Big Foot. Lochness. Area 51. "Conspiracy Theories" are all the rage today. How do we process these sorts of things from a Christian perspective?

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-15926957 Tue, 15 Oct 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1026 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Theology, Culture, Society, The World, Conspiracy Theories full false Q&A: Politics and Voting Q&A: Politics and Voting Over the summer a number of questions came in that pertained to politics and voting. This is not only a controversial topic, it's also complicated. This episode will provide six reflections for Christians to consider as they develop a political theology.

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]]> Over the summer a number of questions came in that pertained to politics and voting. This is not only a controversial topic, it's also complicated. This episode will provide six reflections for Christians to consider as they develop a political theology.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-15711500 Sun, 15 Sep 2024 00:00:00 -0500 2056 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Theology, Culture, Society, The World, Politics, Voting full false (Summer Replay) Critical Theory: History (Summer Replay) Critical Theory: History (Originally Published on August 15, 2021)

Critical Race Theory (CRT) has received quite a bit of attention over the recent months. CRT fits under the broader umbrella of Critical Theory (CT), which has a rich and lengthy history. This episode will seek to trace the genealogy of this much talked about ideology.

]]> (Originally Published on August 15, 2021)

Critical Race Theory (CRT) has received quite a bit of attention over the recent months. CRT fits under the broader umbrella of Critical Theory (CT), which has a rich and lengthy history. This episode will seek to trace the genealogy of this much talked about ideology.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-15255226 Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1345 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Critical Theory, CT, Critical Race Theory, CRT, Socialism, Feminism, Capitalism, Relevant, Ideology, History full false (Summer Replay) Critical Theory: Doctrine & Biblical Critique (Summer Replay) Critical Theory: Doctrine & Biblical Critique (Originally Published on September 15, 2021)

Critical Theory has "doctrine" to it; fundamental tenets that shape the ideology. This episode will explore its doctrine and offer a biblical response to it. 

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]]> (Originally Published on September 15, 2021)

Critical Theory has "doctrine" to it; fundamental tenets that shape the ideology. This episode will explore its doctrine and offer a biblical response to it. 

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-15255221 Mon, 15 Jul 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1907 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Critical Theory, CT, Critical Race Theory, CRT, Socialism, Feminism, Capitalism, Relevant, Ideology, History, Racism, Oppression, Classism, Ethnic Gnosticism, Woke, Cultural Norms full false (Summer Replay) Thoughts on Politics - Part 1 (Summer Replay) Thoughts on Politics - Part 1 (Originally Published on March 15, 2023)

Pastors are not political pundits nor do most desire to enter the overcrowded fray of political punditry. But religion and politics may not occupy totally separate quadrants of life as some may contend. Might it be the Scriptures offer some direction for a Christian's involvement in the political world?

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]]> (Originally Published on March 15, 2023)

Pastors are not political pundits nor do most desire to enter the overcrowded fray of political punditry. But religion and politics may not occupy totally separate quadrants of life as some may contend. Might it be the Scriptures offer some direction for a Christian's involvement in the political world?

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-15255196 Sat, 15 Jun 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1718 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Christians, Religion, Politics, The World, Life, Bible, Scripture full false AI and Bible Translation with Special Guest: Dr. Don Barger AI and Bible Translation with Special Guest: Dr. Don Barger Artificial Intelligence is all the rage these days. Some people are excited about it. Others are suspicious. Can it be useful to the global church? In this episode Dr. Don Barger surveys the role AI is having in Bible translation.

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The Brian Dainsberg Podcast is taking the summer off (June - August), however, please submit questions you would like Pastor Brian to address. He will begin answering these questions in his September podcast. Please submit your questions to: info@briandainsberg.com

]]> Artificial Intelligence is all the rage these days. Some people are excited about it. Others are suspicious. Can it be useful to the global church? In this episode Dr. Don Barger surveys the role AI is having in Bible translation.

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The Brian Dainsberg Podcast is taking the summer off (June - August), however, please submit questions you would like Pastor Brian to address. He will begin answering these questions in his September podcast. Please submit your questions to: info@briandainsberg.com

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-15069781 Wed, 15 May 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1604 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Life, Culture, Society, AI, Artificial Intelligence, Technology, The Bible, God's Word, Scripture, Bible Translation, The Church full false IVF IVF In vitro fertilization has been in the news lately. It could be argued it's a subject the church fell asleep on. So, as Christians, how shall we think about this?

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]]> In vitro fertilization has been in the news lately. It could be argued it's a subject the church fell asleep on. So, as Christians, how shall we think about this?

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-14879753 Mon, 15 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0500 976 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, The Bible, God's Word, Scripture, Society, Culture, Science, Human Life, Life, Sanctity of Life, Conception, Children, Family, Christianity, Human Beings full false (Bonus Episode) Bold Move: Lakeside Alliance Church - March 2024 Update (Bonus Episode) Bold Move: Lakeside Alliance Church - March 2024 Update The last time we did a bonus episode of The Brian Dainsberg Podcast, Lakeside Alliance Church was preparing to launch. As of January 2024, LAC has officially started gathering as a new church. This episode will discuss the ground that's been covered so far and the exciting happenings still to come.

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]]> The last time we did a bonus episode of The Brian Dainsberg Podcast, Lakeside Alliance Church was preparing to launch. As of January 2024, LAC has officially started gathering as a new church. This episode will discuss the ground that's been covered so far and the exciting happenings still to come.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-14725072 Sat, 23 Mar 2024 23:00:00 -0500 1532 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, The Church, Church Planting, Discipleship, Evangelism, The Gospel, Good News, Great Commission full false How to See the World - Part 2 How to See the World - Part 2 Critical theory. Cancel culture. Abortion. Racism. Transgenderism. Politics. All these subjects have been addressed in the Brian Dainsberg Podcast. This episode builds on February's episode by providing a starting point for evaluating ideas such as these that may come our way. Consider this a crash course in seeing the world through the lens of Scripture.

]]> Critical theory. Cancel culture. Abortion. Racism. Transgenderism. Politics. All these subjects have been addressed in the Brian Dainsberg Podcast. This episode builds on February's episode by providing a starting point for evaluating ideas such as these that may come our way. Consider this a crash course in seeing the world through the lens of Scripture.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-14686250 Fri, 15 Mar 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1213 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Society, The World, Bible, God's Word, Scripture, Critical Theory, Cancel Culture, Abortion, Racism, Transgenderism, Politics, Science full false How to See the World - Part 1 How to See the World - Part 1 Critical theory. Cancel culture. Abortion. Racism. Transgenderism. Politics. All these subjects have been addressed in the Brian Dainsberg Podcast. This episode will provide a starting point for evaluating ideas such as these that may come our way. Consider this a crash course in seeing the world through the lens of Scripture.

]]> Critical theory. Cancel culture. Abortion. Racism. Transgenderism. Politics. All these subjects have been addressed in the Brian Dainsberg Podcast. This episode will provide a starting point for evaluating ideas such as these that may come our way. Consider this a crash course in seeing the world through the lens of Scripture.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-14495548 Thu, 15 Feb 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1443 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Culture, Society, The World, Bible, Scripture, God's Word, Critical Theory, Cancel Culture, Abortion, Racism, Transgenderism, Politics full false Does Science Disprove Christianity? Does Science Disprove Christianity? Can you be an intelligent scientific thinker and still believe in God? Or has science "killed God?" There are limitations to science some people may not be aware of. This podcast will cover four of those.

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]]> Can you be an intelligent scientific thinker and still believe in God? Or has science "killed God?" There are limitations to science some people may not be aware of. This podcast will cover four of those.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-14304373 Mon, 15 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0600 1173 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, God, The World, Society, God's Word, The Bible, Scripture, Christiantiy, Faith, Religion, Science, Apologetics, Truth full false The Genesis of Gender with Special Guest: Dr. Abigail Favale The Genesis of Gender with Special Guest: Dr. Abigail Favale Dr. Favale is an author and professor at Notre Dame University. She has written a book entitled The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory which helps explain the historical and sociological currents that have generated the transgender craze.

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]]> Dr. Favale is an author and professor at Notre Dame University. She has written a book entitled The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory which helps explain the historical and sociological currents that have generated the transgender craze.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-14129764 Fri, 15 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0600 1877 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living in a Complicated Worlde, Dr. Abigail Favale, The Genesis of Gender, Christianity, Society, History, Sociology, Gender, Transgender, Identity, Biology, Postmodernism, Feminism, Sex, Culture, Law, Medicine, Sexuality, Langu full false A Brief Word on Israel A Brief Word on Israel Just five brief reflections on the unfathomable tragedies that took place in Israel on October 7, 2023, and what has ensued.

]]> Just five brief reflections on the unfathomable tragedies that took place in Israel on October 7, 2023, and what has ensued.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-13965395 Wed, 15 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0600 583 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, The World, The Bible, God's Word, Scripture, Israel, God's People full false Money and the Bible Money and the Bible Of the 39 parables of Jesus recorded in the gospels, 11 of them are on the topic of money and possessions. Money is a frequently discussed topic in the Bible. This podcast delves into the subject of "money sickness." Do you have it? How is it cured?

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]]> Of the 39 parables of Jesus recorded in the gospels, 11 of them are on the topic of money and possessions. Money is a frequently discussed topic in the Bible. This podcast delves into the subject of "money sickness." Do you have it? How is it cured?

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-13733789 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1156 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, The World, Jesus, Parables, The Bible, The Gospels, Money, Possessions, Wealth, Greed, Materialism, Selfishness full false Busyness Busyness A new school year and church year are upon us and with that an uptick in the pace of the schedule. Though managing busyness is sometimes beyond our ability to control, there are some fundamentals that are worth remembering so we remain healthy in the midst of it.

]]> A new school year and church year are upon us and with that an uptick in the pace of the schedule. Though managing busyness is sometimes beyond our ability to control, there are some fundamentals that are worth remembering so we remain healthy in the midst of it.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-13587193 Fri, 15 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1515 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living in a Complicated World, Busyness, Time, Schedule, Control, Margin, Boundaries, Health full false Theological Liberalism Theological Liberalism Most know the general definition of "liberalism" within the political sphere. But there is also such a thing as "liberalism" within the theological sphere. What is it? Where did it come from? How does it operate today?

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]]> Most know the general definition of "liberalism" within the political sphere. But there is also such a thing as "liberalism" within the theological sphere. What is it? Where did it come from? How does it operate today?

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-13405862 Tue, 15 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1528 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, The Bible, God's Word, Life, Society, The World, Liberalism, Theology, Politics full false Was America Founded as a Christian Nation? Was America Founded as a Christian Nation? This question has been debated for centuries. The answer isn't an easy one to arrive at. Feel like kicking a hornet's nest? Listen to this episode.

]]> This question has been debated for centuries. The answer isn't an easy one to arrive at. Feel like kicking a hornet's nest? Listen to this episode.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-13182702 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1327 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Life, Culture, Society, The World, America, Debate, Government, Nationalism, Patriotism, Politics, Religion full false Thoughts on Politics - Part 4 Thoughts on Politics - Part 4 If Christians are to work for Christian conceptions of justice in the public square, how should we think about political candidates who may contribute to that, but are personally of flawed character?

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]]> If Christians are to work for Christian conceptions of justice in the public square, how should we think about political candidates who may contribute to that, but are personally of flawed character?

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-13015823 Thu, 15 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1097 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, The World, Politics, Christianity, Justice, The Public Square, Political Candidates, Character, Flawed Character full false Thoughts on Politics - Part 3 Thoughts on Politics - Part 3 By the command of God, governments have a responsibility to establish a common morality, not a common religion. But how would people who don't subscribe to the Christian Scriptures, who don’t follow Jesus, determine what that morality should be? And what does this mean for a Christian's involvement in its government?

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]]> By the command of God, governments have a responsibility to establish a common morality, not a common religion. But how would people who don't subscribe to the Christian Scriptures, who don’t follow Jesus, determine what that morality should be? And what does this mean for a Christian's involvement in its government?

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-12801391 Mon, 15 May 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1262 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, The World, God, Government, Responsibility, Morality, Religion, Christianity, Scripture, The Bible, Jesus Christ, Involvement, Civic Duty full false Thoughts on Politics - Part 2 Thoughts on Politics - Part 2 The little known covenant God made with Noah is about more than not sending another flood. It contains God's expectations for the human race and the foundation for government's proper role within it.

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]]> The little known covenant God made with Noah is about more than not sending another flood. It contains God's expectations for the human race and the foundation for government's proper role within it.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-12647255 Sat, 15 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1410 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, The World, God, Jesus Christ, Human Race, Government, Politics, Religion, Freedom, Liberty, Theology, Society, full false (Bonus Episode) Bold Move: Lakeside Alliance Church - Updates (Bonus Episode) Bold Move: Lakeside Alliance Church - Updates Easter of 2022 Alliance Bible Church announced the plans to start a new church: Lakeside Alliance Church. This episode will dive into some of the details pertaining to what has transpired over the past year as preparations continue to move forward. 

]]> Easter of 2022 Alliance Bible Church announced the plans to start a new church: Lakeside Alliance Church. This episode will dive into some of the details pertaining to what has transpired over the past year as preparations continue to move forward. 

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-12504628 Sun, 26 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1575 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, The World, The Bible, The Church, The Gospel, The Great Commission, Church Planting full false Thoughts on Politics - Part 1 Thoughts on Politics - Part 1 Pastors are not political pundits nor do most desire to enter the overcrowded fray of political punditry. But religion and politics may not occupy totally separate quadrants of life as some may contend. Might it be the Scriptures offer some direction for a Christian's involvement in the political world?

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]]> Pastors are not political pundits nor do most desire to enter the overcrowded fray of political punditry. But religion and politics may not occupy totally separate quadrants of life as some may contend. Might it be the Scriptures offer some direction for a Christian's involvement in the political world?

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-12433525 Wed, 15 Mar 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1718 Brian Dainsberg, Christian Living, Christianity, Christians, Religion, Politics, The World, Life, Bible, Scripture full false 4 Ways Your Phone is Changing You 4 Ways Your Phone is Changing You The invention of the modern day smartphone is as seismic as the invention of the printing press, the discovery of electricity, and the development of the automobile. They aren't just tools. They change people - sometimes for the good, sometimes for the bad.

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]]> The invention of the modern day smartphone is as seismic as the invention of the printing press, the discovery of electricity, and the development of the automobile. They aren't just tools. They change people - sometimes for the good, sometimes for the bad.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-12254802 Wed, 15 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0600 1265 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Smart Phones, Technology, Social Media, Change full false "Get Back to Work!": Reflections on Work Ethic "Get Back to Work!": Reflections on Work Ethic "Where have all the workers gone?" This question has become a frequently repeated one. And it's a very important one. But showing up isn't enough. When you do show up, work hard! Put forth your best effort. Not because you're attempting to amass a materially affluent kingdom, but out of love for the customers, clients, and people your work serves.

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]]> "Where have all the workers gone?" This question has become a frequently repeated one. And it's a very important one. But showing up isn't enough. When you do show up, work hard! Put forth your best effort. Not because you're attempting to amass a materially affluent kingdom, but out of love for the customers, clients, and people your work serves.

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-12026882 Sun, 15 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0600 1342 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Work, Vocation, Calling, Biblical Theology of Work, Christians and Work, Work Ethic, Grace full false Top 5 Books of 2022 Top 5 Books of 2022 Here are the five best books I read this past year. Happy shopping! Happy reading!

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  1. What About Evil?: A Defense of God’s Sovereign Glory - Scott Christensen
  2. Confessions of a French Atheist: How God Hijacked My Quest to Disprove the Christian Faith - Guillaume Bignon
  3. Liberty for All: Defending Everyone’s Religious Freedom in a Pluralistic Age - Andrew T. Walker
  4. God’s Big Picture: Tracing the Storyline of the Bible - Vaughan Roberts
  5. None Greater: The Undomesticated Attributes of God - Matthew Barrett
]]> Here are the five best books I read this past year. Happy shopping! Happy reading!

Resources:

  1. What About Evil?: A Defense of God’s Sovereign Glory - Scott Christensen
  2. Confessions of a French Atheist: How God Hijacked My Quest to Disprove the Christian Faith - Guillaume Bignon
  3. Liberty for All: Defending Everyone’s Religious Freedom in a Pluralistic Age - Andrew T. Walker
  4. God’s Big Picture: Tracing the Storyline of the Bible - Vaughan Roberts
  5. None Greater: The Undomesticated Attributes of God - Matthew Barrett
]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-11871615 Thu, 15 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0600 935 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Top 5, Books, 2022, Reading, List full false Clergy and the American Revolution Clergy and the American Revolution The conversations and debates that preceded the American Revolution were frequent and spirited. The colonial clergy were active participants in it. But according to Dr. Gary Steward, they have been misunderstood. Were these ministers co-opted by secular thinking? Or did they remain faithful to their theological heritage in advocating for political resistance?

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  • Justifying Revolution: The American Clergy's Argument for Political Resistance, 1750-1776 - Gary L. Steward
]]> The conversations and debates that preceded the American Revolution were frequent and spirited. The colonial clergy were active participants in it. But according to Dr. Gary Steward, they have been misunderstood. Were these ministers co-opted by secular thinking? Or did they remain faithful to their theological heritage in advocating for political resistance?

Resources:

  • Justifying Revolution: The American Clergy's Argument for Political Resistance, 1750-1776 - Gary L. Steward
]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-11680266 Tue, 15 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0600 1470 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Life, American Revolution, Political Resistance, Romans 13, Clergy full false 4 Ways God Wants You to See Your Work 4 Ways God Wants You to See Your Work Work doesn't always involve receiving a W-2 or 1099 tax form. Not all work is compensated. But work makes up much of our lives whether it's in the office, on the construction site, or at home with kids, dishes, dirty floors or weedy gardens. God has spoken to this important aspect of our lives.

Resources:

  • Work Matters: Connecting Sunday Worship to Monday Work - Tom Nelson
]]> Work doesn't always involve receiving a W-2 or 1099 tax form. Not all work is compensated. But work makes up much of our lives whether it's in the office, on the construction site, or at home with kids, dishes, dirty floors or weedy gardens. God has spoken to this important aspect of our lives.

Resources:

  • Work Matters: Connecting Sunday Worship to Monday Work - Tom Nelson
]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-11497170 Sat, 15 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0500 779 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Work, Vocation, Calling, Biblical Theology of Work, Christians and Work, God's Purposes, Perspective, Eternity full false Ancestral Guilt and Corporate Repentance Ancestral Guilt and Corporate Repentance Are human beings culpable for sins their ancestors committed? Within the critical theory ecosystem is the notion of ancestral guilt which answers this question in the affirmative. How does this stand up to the scrutiny of Scripture?

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]]> Are human beings culpable for sins their ancestors committed? Within the critical theory ecosystem is the notion of ancestral guilt which answers this question in the affirmative. How does this stand up to the scrutiny of Scripture?

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-11295526 Thu, 15 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1336 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Critical Theory, CT, Critical Race Theory, CRT, Human Beings, Sin, Ancestral Guilt, Corporate Repentance, Scripture, The Bible full false Is the Bible Reliable? Is the Bible Reliable? Most historians are quick to acknowledge the historical credibility of the works of Herodotus or Thucydides or Julius Caesar's invasion of Gaul. How does the Bible's reliability stack up against these? The evidence is overwhelming: the Bible is the most well-attested ancient document we have.

Resources:

  • Evidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World - Josh McDowell & Sean McDowell, PhD
  • The New Testament Documents: Are They Reliable? - F. F. Bruce
]]> Most historians are quick to acknowledge the historical credibility of the works of Herodotus or Thucydides or Julius Caesar's invasion of Gaul. How does the Bible's reliability stack up against these? The evidence is overwhelming: the Bible is the most well-attested ancient document we have.

Resources:

  • Evidence That Demands a Verdict: Life-Changing Truth for a Skeptical World - Josh McDowell & Sean McDowell, PhD
  • The New Testament Documents: Are They Reliable? - F. F. Bruce
]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-11125015 Mon, 15 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1732 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, The Bible, Scripture, God's Word, History, Evidence, Credibility full false COVID Lessons COVID Lessons COVID was a challenging season for all of us. There was no easy way through it. Pastors Brian Dainsberg, Jon Vallier, and Dwayne Sommersell discuss some lessons learned through this incredibly unique time.

]]> COVID was a challenging season for all of us. There was no easy way through it. Pastors Brian Dainsberg, Jon Vallier, and Dwayne Sommersell discuss some lessons learned through this incredibly unique time.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-10793449 Wed, 15 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1779 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, COVID, Pandemic, Seasons, Challenges, Lessons, Leadership, Pastoring, Coaching, Empowering, The Heart, Freedom, Responsibility, Obedience, The Will, Health, Temptation, The Church, Doctrine, Theology, Gatheri full false Is Church Attendance Optional? Is Church Attendance Optional? Attending church is a spiritually charged activity. More so than we realize. But it's often treated as a hobby. "I'll get to it when I can" is the adopted approach. As always, we'll search God's Word to provide us with clarity on this basic, but often misunderstood topic.

]]> Attending church is a spiritually charged activity. More so than we realize. But it's often treated as a hobby. "I'll get to it when I can" is the adopted approach. As always, we'll search God's Word to provide us with clarity on this basic, but often misunderstood topic.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-10601170 Sun, 15 May 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1172 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Church, The Church, Community, God's Word, The Bible, Scripture, Worship full false (Bonus Episode) Bold Move: Lakeside Alliance Church (Bonus Episode) Bold Move: Lakeside Alliance Church Alliance Bible Church is expecting and we're due to give birth to Lakeside Alliance Church in the fall of 2023. This bonus episode will provide some of the answers to the questions many are asking including: Why plant a church? Why plant in this particular area? And who will be leading the charge to make it happen?

]]> Alliance Bible Church is expecting and we're due to give birth to Lakeside Alliance Church in the fall of 2023. This bonus episode will provide some of the answers to the questions many are asking including: Why plant a church? Why plant in this particular area? And who will be leading the charge to make it happen?

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-10487109 Sun, 24 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1703 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Jesus, Jon Vallier, The Church, The Gospel, The Great Commission, Church Planting full false Four Reasons Christianity Is Compelling Four Reasons Christianity Is Compelling I've been a Christian for a long time, but there are four particular aspects to Christianity that I have found incredibly compelling. Join me for a personal podcast that details why following Jesus has become so important to me.

]]> I've been a Christian for a long time, but there are four particular aspects to Christianity that I have found incredibly compelling. Join me for a personal podcast that details why following Jesus has become so important to me.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-10427401 Fri, 15 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1615 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Jesus full false Abortion Abortion Abortion is an emotional topic. It's a controversial topic. But is it complicated? Not really. It all boils down to one question: what is the unborn?

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  • The Case for Life: Equipping Christians to Engage the Culture - Scott Klusendorf
]]> Abortion is an emotional topic. It's a controversial topic. But is it complicated? Not really. It all boils down to one question: what is the unborn?

Resources:

  • The Case for Life: Equipping Christians to Engage the Culture - Scott Klusendorf
]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-10241732 Tue, 15 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 1360 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Religion, Spirituality, Abortion, Human Beings, Life full false Male and Female He Created Them Male and Female He Created Them What is a man? What is a woman? It may seem strange, but those questions have become difficult to answer in the gender jungle. What's happening? Why is it happening? This episode will wrestle with those complexities.

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  • Gender Ideology: What Do Christians Need to Know? - Sharon James
  • God and the Transgender Debate - Andrew T. Walker
]]> What is a man? What is a woman? It may seem strange, but those questions have become difficult to answer in the gender jungle. What's happening? Why is it happening? This episode will wrestle with those complexities.

Resources:

  • Gender Ideology: What Do Christians Need to Know? - Sharon James
  • God and the Transgender Debate - Andrew T. Walker
]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-10057465 Tue, 15 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0600 2089 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Male, Female, Gender, Identity, Transgender, Gender Dysphoria full false 5 Reasons to be Wary of Socialism 5 Reasons to be Wary of Socialism Interest in socialism waxes and wanes like a teenage infatuation. "He loves me. He loves me not." This episode will extract five reasons we all should be wary of this idea that never seems to go away.

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  • Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies - Kristian Niemietz
]]> Interest in socialism waxes and wanes like a teenage infatuation. "He loves me. He loves me not." This episode will extract five reasons we all should be wary of this idea that never seems to go away.

Resources:

  • Socialism: The Failed Idea That Never Dies - Kristian Niemietz
]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-9871340 Sat, 15 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0600 1525 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Socialism, Free Enterprise, Economics full false Feelings, Justice, and Cancel Culture - Part 2 Feelings, Justice, and Cancel Culture - Part 2 Satisfying personal desires has become the definition of the "good life." Follow this notion far enough and it leads to distorted definitions that end in moral chaos. If you want to understand cancel culture, you've got to start here. This episode will explain five outcomes of this approach to life and offer biblical correctives to each one.

Resources:

  • The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution - Carl R. Trueman
  • Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution - Carl R. Trueman
]]> Satisfying personal desires has become the definition of the "good life." Follow this notion far enough and it leads to distorted definitions that end in moral chaos. If you want to understand cancel culture, you've got to start here. This episode will explain five outcomes of this approach to life and offer biblical correctives to each one.

Resources:

  • The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution - Carl R. Trueman
  • Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution - Carl R. Trueman
]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-9663941 Wed, 15 Dec 2021 00:00:00 -0600 1570 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Cancel Culture, Feelings, Justice, Injustice, Expressive Individualism full false Feelings, Justice, and Cancel Culture - Part 1 Feelings, Justice, and Cancel Culture - Part 1 Satisfying personal desires has become the definition of the "good life." Follow this notion far enough and it leads to distorted definitions that end in moral chaos. If you want to understand cancel culture, you've got to start here.

Resources:

  • The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution - Carl R. Trueman



]]> Satisfying personal desires has become the definition of the "good life." Follow this notion far enough and it leads to distorted definitions that end in moral chaos. If you want to understand cancel culture, you've got to start here.

Resources:

  • The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution - Carl R. Trueman



]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-9543565 Mon, 15 Nov 2021 00:00:00 -0600 1035 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Cancel Culture, Feelings, Justice, Injustice, Expressive Individualism full false What is Racism? What is Racism? "Racism." "Racial reconciliation." "Systemic injustice." These are terms heard often today, but definitions often remain vague. In this episode, Pastor Dwayne Sommersell and I will explore how the Bible defines and talks about these important matters.

Resources:

  • Slave of Christ: A New Testament Metaphor for Total Devotion to Christ - Murray J. Harris
]]> "Racism." "Racial reconciliation." "Systemic injustice." These are terms heard often today, but definitions often remain vague. In this episode, Pastor Dwayne Sommersell and I will explore how the Bible defines and talks about these important matters.

Resources:

  • Slave of Christ: A New Testament Metaphor for Total Devotion to Christ - Murray J. Harris
]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-9379868 Fri, 15 Oct 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1494 Racism, Racial Reconciliation, Systemic Injustice full false Critical Theory: Doctrine & Biblical Critique Critical Theory: Doctrine & Biblical Critique Critical Theory has "doctrine" to it; fundamental tenets that shape the ideology. This episode will explore its doctrine and offer a biblical response to it. 

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]]> Critical Theory has "doctrine" to it; fundamental tenets that shape the ideology. This episode will explore its doctrine and offer a biblical response to it. 

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]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-9101933 Wed, 15 Sep 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1907 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Critical Theory, CT, Critical Race Theory, CRT, Socialism, Feminism, Capitalism, Relevant, Ideology, History, Racism, Oppression, Classism, Ethnic Gnosticism, Woke, Cultural Norms full false Critical Theory: History Critical Theory: History Critical Race Theory (CRT) has received quite a bit of attention over the recent months. CRT fits under the broader umbrella of Critical Theory (CT), which has a rich and lengthy history. This episode will seek to trace the genealogy of this much talked about ideology.

]]> Critical Race Theory (CRT) has received quite a bit of attention over the recent months. CRT fits under the broader umbrella of Critical Theory (CT), which has a rich and lengthy history. This episode will seek to trace the genealogy of this much talked about ideology.

]]> Brian Dainsberg Buzzsprout-8964307 Sun, 15 Aug 2021 00:00:00 -0500 1345 Brian Dainsberg, Christianity, Culture, Faith, Critical Theory, CT, Critical Race Theory, CRT, Socialism, Feminism, Capitalism, Relevant, Ideology, History full false