The Amputated Baptist Podcast

019 - Between Here and There - Steve Lawson, Hal Lindsey and Tony Campolo

Quite a bit went on in the month of November! On this episode of the podcast, I want to share my thoughts about the recent events surrounding Dr. Steve Lawson and the passing of Hal Lindsey and Tony Campolo.  All three of these men have had an impact on my life in one way or another, though these three men could not be further apart theologically!  In fact, the theologically astute among us might be wondering how these men could be uttered in the same breath!  Tune in and find out...
Related Resources:
The Kind of Preaching God Blesses by Steven J. Lawson 
The Late Great Planet Earth by Hal Lindsey
20 Hot Potatoes Christians Are Afraid to Touch by Tony Campolo
 

Dubby Energy Drink Review

We may be potentially welcoming a sponsor to our podcast energy drinks.  So, in this episode my son Tommy and review this drink and give it our honest thoughts.  Of course, we want you to try it yourself here.  Use the code AMPUTATED BAPTIST to save 10% off your order.
Recommended Resources:
Dubby Energy Drinks
YouTube Review
 
 
 

018 - Black Friday Special - Inflation with R.C. Sproul, Jr.

Today is a shopping day for millions of Americans still struggling with the onslaught of inflation.  So, that's our topic for today.  This was recorded back in September at Lake Waubesa Bible Camp with the great R.C. Sproul, Jr.  Who is to blame for inflation, how do we bring it down and just what is it anyway?  Listen in and fight out!
Recommended Resources:
Economics for Everybody by R.C. Sproul, Jr.
Tearing Down Strongholds: And Defending the Truth by by R. C. Sproul Jr. 
  

017 - How to Love the Neighbor That Didn’t Vote Like You

Last week ended a close and continuous Presidential election.  Donald Trump won quite a decisive victory.  While the election is over, the drama continues. Some on both sides have chosen condemn the other as unamerican or, even worse, un-Christian.  So, on today’s podcast I want to answer the question, how do I love my neighbor who didn’t vote the same way I did?  Let me offer four principles to help tackle this question.

016 - Why I Am Not Voting for Donald Trump

We are just a matter of hour away from the most important election of our lifetime, until the next important election of lifetime four years from now.  But, we get closer to Tuesday, I have asked many times why I cannot vote for Donald Trump.  So, I thought I would take the time to explain why here.  I also address objections like - King David was imperfect, Trump is not running to be pastor, we must vote for the lesser of two evils and Trump is better on abortion.
Recommended Resources:
My Vote Wisconsin

015 - Evangelicalism's Donald Dilemma with Tom Hoefling

We are just one week away from the latest most important election of our lifetime...  This week political activist and former presidential candidate Tom Hoefling joins me to chat about the ethical dilemma many Christian Evangelicals are wrestling with when confronted with the candidacy of Donald Trump.  Warning - neither of us mince our words when it comes to our thoughts on this issue!
Recommended Resource:
Tom's website

014 - Pastor Appreciation Month with Daytoven Raleigh

October is Pastor Appreciation Month so joining me this week is my pastor, Daytoven Raleigh of Faith Community Church Stateline Campus.  We chat about some of his personal experiences, the role of the pastor and how church members can encourage their pastor in meaningful ways.
Recommended Resources:
Faith Community Church Stateline Campus

013 - Christian, Get Up and Vote! with Byron Foxx

In less than one month, we will be voting for our next President, along with any other equally important down ticket races such as governorships, congress and state legislatures.  This week, Byron Foxx joins me to discuss his new book, Christian Citizenship - a series of college lectures intended to encourage believers to act upon their civic responsibilities.  
Recommended Resources:
Christian Citizenship by Dr. Byron Foxx and Dr. Phil Stringer
Bible Truth Music

012- Power of Here with Taja Hereford

This is an exciting moment for me!  One of my former students wrote a book, a good one at that!  This week's guest is Taja Hereford who is here to talk about her book, Power of Now.  I have read the book and recommend it to you.  Warning, its a short book that will take you a long time to read!  But, its worth the time.  Power Here takes you on a journey that's goal is a closer relationship with God in there here and now.  Rather than escaping your problems or running away in hops of things getting better in the future, Taja invites you to deal with your problems not through cheap gimmicks or false promises, but through a study of the Scriptures and what we old people used to call the spiritual disciplines.  
Power of Here by Taja T Hereford
Taja's YouTube Channel 

011 - How to Talk about Politics without Losing Your Faith, Family or Friends

There is no doubt our current political climate is deeply divided.  Many a family dinner and friendly conversation has been destroyed by that one blowhard who lacks any sense of nuance and self-control.  Yet, as grown adults, and especially believers in Christ, we should be able to at least act civilly with those with whom we disagree.  My guest today is Malcolm Hunter, a true kindred spirit who also has a passion to engage with others in a meaningful but peaceful way.  Listen in as Malcolm talks about how his early childhood under Jim Crow, loving parents and faith in Christ has helped shape how he interacts with those he wished to reach.   Malcolm and I have some major disagreements - he's sax player and I'm committed to the banjo!
Learn more about Malcolm and his music here.