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Theology, Politics, and a Little Bit of Banjo
They say there’s two subjects never to bring up in polite conversation - religion and politics. Well, that’s exactly what this podcast is going to cover - my two favorite subjects. Throw in a little bit of banjo music and you’ve got a great listening experience coming your way.
I urge you to learn along with me. I don’t claim to be an expert in any field, but I do desire to explore exciting concepts and ideas that shape our lives, culture and relationship with God. That’s why I seek to bring on a variety of different guests, even a few folks I’m going to have sharp disagreements with from time to time. We might talk about anything ranging from reformed theology to the electoral college. My hope is that God might use this podcast to deepen your faith, broaden your mind, and have a little fun while doing so.
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Mar 31, 2025
Mar 31, 2025
26 min
The entire nation is now focused on the state of Wisconsin and our race Supreme Court Justice. Conservative Bard Schimel faces liberal Susan Crawford in a race where abortion and crime have taken center stage. But, another issue that the court will most certainly face is school choice. In other words, my job is at stake in this election which is why I support Brad Schimel who is also pro-life and is an adoptive father. while I didn't get the opportunity to ask Judge Crawford any questions I did attend one of her rallies. So, I will play a few clips of her thoughts about abortion.
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Brad Schimel for Supreme Court
The Facts about Brad Schimel: Answering the Lies
School Choice Is On The Ballot
Mar 30, 2025
Mar 30, 2025
29 min
This is our third Spring election episode. Today, the unthinkable has happened, a Muslim is talking with a Baptist! Welcome Yusuf Adama to our podcast. Yusuf Adama is running for re-election to the Beloit City Council. Listen in as we chat about the importance of community engagement and his thoughts on the issues facing the city of Beloit.
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Mar 29, 2025
Mar 29, 2025
27 min
Our special election weekend continues to roll on! This episode features Kim Schneider and her bid to join the Beloit City Council. Kim shares a positive vision of Beloit measured by her ideas for improvements that can make our city even better. Please remember to vote on Tuesday!
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Mar 28, 2025
Mar 28, 2025
32 min
This weekend I will be posting several episodes focusing on Wisconsin's Spiring Elections on Tuesday. First, I welcome Beloit School Board Candidate Juan Romero. If you live in the area, you know this is a politically-charged election with much on the line. Whatever you do, please do not ignore this election. This will have a huge impact on the children in our area. So, listen in a Juan walks us through his plan not to ram an agenda down the public's throat but actually listen to our teachers and students first and then look for steps to actually solve some of the issues we face.
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Mar 18, 2025
Mar 18, 2025
41 min
This week we are joined by Austin Brown, missionary to Germany. Listen in as we chat about his testimony, his creative and unique ministry opportunities and Germany's slide from the 17 century Reformation to modern day secularism.
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Mar 11, 2025
Mar 11, 2025
34 min
Is it a sin to get a tattoo? Are hesitations regarding tattoos just a vestige old-fashioned legalism or does the Bible condemn the practice? As many in Reformed circles embrace tatting up themselves in Greek Scripture passages and Trinitarian symbols, should we give pause and give this a little more thought? Join my friend entrepreneur Dayton Bennett and I as we discuss this controversial issue this week on the podcast. Share this with your friends!
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Mar 4, 2025
Mar 4, 2025
36 min
We all desire doctrinal clarity and purity. But in our efforts to distinguish ourselves from other denominations, groups and teachers we believe to be mistaken, are we forgetting about Christ's desire to have a unified church? Are purity and unity mutually exclusive? Can you seek unity without sacrificing Biblical doctrine. This week we are exploring the book The Scandal of Schism by Chris Anderson, the head of Church Works Media. Listen in as Chris describes his struggle with these issues growing up and searching for Biblical truth within modern day fundamentalism.
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The Scandal of Schism: A Journey from Sinful Division to Biblical Fidelity by Chris Anderson
Feb 23, 2025
Feb 23, 2025
35 min
The word "fundamentalist" is often thrown around to describe anyone from Billy Graham to radical Islamic sects. But, to those of us who grew up self-identifying as one, the term has a whole different meaning. But even among this group, not all fundamentalists are equal. So, joining us this week is Dr. Joel Tetreau of the Institute of Biblical Leadership. Dr. Tetreau is here to chat about his book, Three Lines in the Evangelical Sand: Types A, B, C Fundamentalism.
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Three Lines in the Evangelical Sand: Types A, B, C Fundamentalism by Joel Tetreau