Bumper Sticker Faith

Sam reflects on the incredible year and shares fourteen ways to avoid BS faith in 2024. #new year, #love, #faith, #church Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew?  To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.         Feel free to comment and be sure to share.  Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com       Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith       Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

(This is a repost of episode 51, which was a special Christmas episode from last season.) Today, we talk about what it means to love your neighbor at Christmas. By looking at the Parable of the Good Samaritan, we discover loving your neighbor doesn't just mean the ability to identify needs, but the ability to become a different kind of person. Jesus doesn't mainly describe what your neighbor looks like, but what you should look like. We're going to challenge you and hopefully inspire you this Christmas season. We will also give you practical ideas you can use to love your neighbor. #christmas, #love, #faith, #serve, #samaritan, #church Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew?  To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.         Feel free to comment and be sure to share.  Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com       Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith       Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Dr. Tom Price helps us to understand the Incarnation. The Incarnation is the core of the Christian faith, which differentiates it from all other religions and philosophies. The Incarnation truly matters in your life today. This is an AMAZING Christmas episode!  Dr. Tom Price (DPhil, University of Oxford) teaches Theology, Christian Ethics, and Apologetics at Gordon-Conwell, and he is one of the hosts of The Theology Pugcast. #faith #god #church #incarnation #joy #hope #christmas Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Do you have hope for the future? Part of having hope in the future is investing in its people--our kids. Veteran Pastor of Student Ministries Josh Newton joins us today to talk about students, the church, and what we need to know about our kids. Josh is wise, humble, and full of gospel grace for our kids and their families. He deals with misconceptions, gives valuable advice for parents, and discusses some of the bright spots with teens today. He also peels back some of the Bumper Stickers kids (and adults!) like to hide behind, and he paints a vision for how student ministry can thrive in the church today.  Josh is Pastor of Student Ministries at The Orchard Church in the Chicagoland area. He is also a part of Rooted Ministry (www.rootedministry.com).   #faith #god #youthministry #studentministry #parents #church Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Dr. Ingrid Faro returns to talk about her outstanding new book "Demystifying Evil: A Biblical and Personal Exploration." Today, we focus on angels, demons, and other spiritual beings from chapter 11. You'll probably be surprised about how many different kinds of spiritual beings the Bible talks about. This is a wonderful discussion with Dr. Faro! Dr. Faro is Professor of Old Testament at Northern Seminary. She writes and speaks about navigating evil and suffering, abuse, women in the Bible, Genesis, Ecclesiastes, the suffering of God, forgiveness, and leadership. Her new book "Demystifying Evil" is available now: https://www.amazon.com/Demystifying-Evil-Biblical-Personal-Exploration/dp/1514004933/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2DAZQQOZ8WBVQ&keywords=demystifying+evil&qid=1701222691&sprefix=demystifying+evi%2Caps%2C143&sr=8-1  #evil #angels #demons #faith #god #hope #book  Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Dr. Dale Ahlquist dubbed G. K. Chesterton "the Apostle of Common Sense." Dr. Ahlquist joins me today to talk about the larger than life (quite literally!) figure, who played a great influence on the faith of C. S. Lewis. Dale Ahlquist is president of the Society of G. K. Chesterton, author of six books, including "Chesterton: the Apostle of Common Sense," and is considered the greatest living authority on the life and work of Chesterton. Be sure to visit www.chesterton.org to learn more and take advantage of many helpful resources about the "Heavyweight Champion of Faith." #joy #faith #god #hope #gkchesterton #commonsense Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

You know you want it--joy, I mean--so what are you waiting for? On today's episode, Sam explains how to find true joy. You probably won't like his answer, and you'll probably love it more than anything. Just in time for the holidays, this episode will help you reframe your life into a marvelous, joyful dance--don't hold the cheese. #joy #faith #god #hope Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Dr. Gordon Marino joins me for episode 101. He is an existential philosopher, boxer, and boxing coach (he's coached Mike Tyson). We have a truly existential conversation, about as real as it gets. We talk about his book "The Existentialist's Survival Guide: How to Live Authentically in an Inauthentic Age." Dr. Marino shares his heart and we dig deep into real life issues. This is a special episode; I hope you check out his books and articles. And pray for Dr. Marino and his wife, Susan.   Gordon Marino earned his Ph.D. from the University of Chicago, M.A. from the University of Pennsylvania, and B.A. from Columbia University. His areas of specialization include History of Philosophy, Philosophy of Religion, and Kierkegaard. He teaches philosophy and related courses as a professor at St. Olaf College and holds a position as the curator of the Kierkegaard Library. ​ In 2018, Marino published his most recent book, The Existentialist's Survival Guide. He has authored and co-authored numerous works, including Kierkegaard in the Present Age. His articles have appeared in internationally-acclaimed news sources and periodicals such as the Atlantic Monthly, New York Times Magazine, Wall Street Journal, and the American Poetry Review.  His book: https://www.amazon.com/Existentialists-Survival-Guide-Authentically-Inauthentic/dp/0062436007/  Here's his NY Times article "The Long Conversation." https://archive.nytimes.com/opinionator.blogs.nytimes.com/2015/06/02/the-long-conversation/  #sorenkierkegaard #existentialphilosophy #philosophy #faith #thiefonthecross #god  Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith      Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.       Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com      Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith      Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646      Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7      Music is by Skilsel

For my 100th episode, I speak with Annie Crawford! www.anniecrawford.net. We talk about cultural apologetics, modernism, and the symbolic view of the world. She tells us the differences between science and scientism, and she points out how today we separate meaning from matter. Then we dig into That Hideous Strength by C. S. Lewis. She guides us through its themes and shows us how to live faithfully during times of trial and testing. And at the end, we are surprised by Merlin! So, get out of your procrustean bed and engage with this episode! Annie Crawford is a cultural apologist, classical educator, and homeschooling mom. She writes and edits for An Unexpected Journal, co-founded The Society for Women of Letters, and so much more. She was recently on The Symbolic World Podcast speaking with Jonathan Pageau. You can read her Symbolic World article about C. S. Lewis's Ransom Trilogy at https://thesymbolicworld.com/content/gender-and-the-cosmos-the-restoration-of-worlds-in-c-s-lewis-s-ransom-trilogy  #cslewis, #ransomtrilogy, #spacetrilogy, #science, #symbolicworld, #sacramentalworld, #faith, #god, apologetics, #thathideousstrength, #merlin Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

The poems of Seth Wieck will stick with you. You'll find yourself waking up in the middle of the night thinking about coyotes, the prophet Amos, prisons, and Pharaoh. Fathom Magazine writes, "Seth writes with such a sense of place and depth and specificity. His stories will stick with you." Seth is a husband, father, and poet from Amarillo, Texas. He has won multiple awards for his work. We had a blast talking about his method, faith, influential poets, metaphor, how to grow in your writing, and why the world needs poetry now. Toward the end, Seth reads his poem "Catch All." To learn more about him and read his poems and prose, go to www.sethwieck.com. #poems #poetry #writing #coyotes #faith #god #church Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Dr. Kenneth Calvert joins us today to talk about the very first Christians--those who turned the world upside-down! Be inspired and encouraged by the early church, which began under the heavy arm of the Roman Empire. Long after the Roman has fallen, the church goes on! Along with many stories, we talk about my favorite ancient Christian, Polycarp. Dr. Calvert is the Professor of History and Director of the Oxford Program at Hillsdale College.  @hillsdalecollege  You can take his course on Ancient Christianity for free at https://online.hillsdale.edu/landing/ancient-christianity.  @HillsdaleOnline  #faith #god #church #firstchristians #ancienthistory #ancientreligion #ancientchristianity #hillsdale Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith    Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Should you celebrate Thanksgiving? How about Columbus Day? While media lately has been denigrating these two holidays, today's guest wants us to think a little deeper. His name is Dr. Jeffery Fynn-Paul, and he is a professor of history at Leiden University in the Netherlands. Dr. Fynn-Paul studies history in eight different languages, is an expert on slavery, and specializes in the economic and social history of Europe and the Mediterranean from the 1300's to the present, with particular emphasis on urban institutions, state formation, public debt, and class, in relation to economic growth. His goal is to help us re-balance the present cultural narrative concerning the USA being fundamentally evil. We discuss what is at stake in the cultural conversation and what you can do as a responsible citizen. Was America stolen? How have all cultures come to be? Why did the Native Americans eagerly sell their land to the Europeans? Are you aware of your cultural shadow? We dig deeply into the ramifications of this complicated, yet important subject. To get a copy of Dr, Fynn-Paul's book, go to: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Stolen-Truth-European-Colonialism/dp/164293951X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1HCT8UGFV5TXK&keywords=not+stolen&qid=1696722424&sprefix=not+stolen%2Caps%2C204&sr=8-1   #faith #god #notstolen #podcast #america   Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith. Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646 Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Among other things, sin is a symptom; but what does this mean? Today we consider what your sin might be trying to communicate with you. In particular, we'll use the sin of lust or sexual sin as an example. We'll look at 12 things your sin of sexual sin might be trying to tell you. #faith #god #temptation #spiritual #podcast Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Today I talk to my favorite musician, John Van Deusen. The Gospel Coalition named John's album “Marathon Daze” the top Christian album of the year for 2022. John has produced music with Judah, John Guerra, Teniella Neda, and many more. If you haven't heard of John, PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE check out his work—start with his devotional album “Every Power Wide Awake,” also known as “I Am Origami 2.” His most recent album is a Christmas album titled “In the Bleak Midwinter.” I just got the vinyl and it is fantastic! John started his music career in the band Lonely Forest, which had good success. But, in an effort to honor God and become more healthy, he began to do solo work. We have a great conversation, complete with eggs and three year olds going to school. We discuss the heart of the artist, creativity, the church, contemporary Christian music, the kinds of movies he'd like to see, and his multiple projects. Learn more at www.johnvandeusen.com. Please support John and his wonderful work. To me, he is a modern David, who lives his faith authentically before the Face of God.  #music, #faith, #christian, #poppunk, #iamorigami, #marathondaze, #johnvandeusen #thegospelcoalition Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith      Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com      Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith      Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646      Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7      Music is by Skilsel  

Today Dr. Thomas Millay joins us to talk about one of the most fascinating people in history, Soren Kierkegaard. We enter the “world” of Kierkegaard through his ideas about reading. This may seem trivial or unimportant, but actually, this is one of the most exemplary topics for our age. What is the purpose of reading? Do you read the right way? Do you think you're a better person because you've read a lot, have substantial knowledge, and know the right answers? Or, do you think you are “less” of a person because you barely read, struggle to understand the Christian faith, and are not as interested in books or ideas? Kierkegaard will set us straight! Along the way, Dr. Millay will share one of the most practical and inspiring definitions of love you've ever heard. Listen to this episode and then go get Dr. Millay's book “You Must Change Your Life.” But, you must promise to read it SLOWLY.  Dr. Thomas Millay is the pastor of First Christian Church in Goldsboro, NC. He is also the Senior Research Fellow at the Hong Kierkegaard Library, St. Olaf College. He loves to study the Bible and believes prayer has the power to change lives. Here's a link to the book: https://www.amazon.com/You-Must-Change-Your-Life-ebook/dp/B08DL6QGRZ/ref=sr_1_6?crid=3J9J7STSO0TFK&keywords=you+must+change+your+life&qid=1695229662&sprefix=you+must+change+your+life%2Caps%2C101&sr=8-6 #kierkegaard, #book, #read, #faith, #philosophy. #change #life, #biography Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith       Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.    Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Today's guest is Professor Nancy Pearcey.** We talk about her latest book The Toxic War on Masculinity: How Christianity Reconciles the Sexes. She traces the history of ideas surrounding masculinity, while at the same time encouraging men to be better husbands, fathers, and friends. We talk about her own tragic past, how she found healing, and how to deal with toxic men. She also debunks modern myths surrounding masculinity with the best research and data. Men, women, and the church need to hear her message. Pearcey's earlier books include Love Thy Body: Answering Hard Questions about Life and Sexuality, The Soul of Science, Saving Leonardo, Finding Truth, and two ECPA Gold Medallion Award Winners: How Now Shall We Live (coauthored with Harold Fickett and Chuck Colson) and Total Truth. Her books have been translated into 19 languages. She is professor and scholar in residence at Houston Christian University. A former agnostic, Pearcey has spoken at universities such as Princeton, Stanford, USC, and Dartmouth. She has been quoted in The New Yorker and Newsweek, highlighted as one of the five top women apologists by Christianity Today, and hailed in The Economist as "America's pre-eminent evangelical Protestant female intellectual." **We apologize, we had technical difficulties throughout the episode, and the feed for Sam's cohost was lost. But, we managed to preserve this version of our conversation between Sam and Nancy for your consideration and enjoyment. We are certain this will not detract from the wisdom you will glean from Professor Pearcey. #men, #toxic, #masculinity, #church, #women, #toxicwar, #faith, #hope, #abuse, #apologetics, #nancypearcey Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.      Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel  

Transposition, C. S. Lewis, evil enchantment, and seeing the world how it really is. There's too much good stuff on this episode to describe here—you've just got to hear it for yourself. And by the end, you'll want to become a recovering modern, too. Dr. Jason Baxter, who is a professor at Notre Dame, author, and speaker, joins us today for a lively conversation about truly seeing the world and yourself—and loving both. He wrote the bestselling book “The Medieval Mind of C. S. Lewis: How Great Books Shaped a Great Mind” https://www.amazon.com/Medieval-Mind-C-S-Lewis/dp/1514001640/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1694012944&sr=8-1 https://www.jasonmbaxter.com Here's the article we referenced: https://churchlifejournal.nd.edu/articles/microcosm-or-the-machine-william-butler-yeatss-meta/ #cslewis, #faith, #enchanted, #cosmology, #modern, #greatbooks, #medieval, #god, #spiritual  Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.    Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Do you know your purpose? And I mean your PURPOSE, not the tiny thing you decided you wanted to do or be, or not what someone else is trying to make you do or become. But, what is the PURPOSE that has been built into you, which you cannot escape, no matter how hard you try? Dr. Hans Boersma joins us today to talk about the Beatific Vision. What is this? It is the “magnet” that is drawing you right now towards something greater than you could ever imagine. It is the happiness and fulfillment for which you were made. Dr. Boersma is the Saint Benedict Servants of Christ Chair at Nashotah House Theological Seminary in Wisconsin. He has also served as the J. I. Packer Professor of Theology at Regent College. We talk about his book “Seeing God: The Beatific Vision in Christian Tradition.” Learn more about his amazing work at www.hansboersma.org.  #purpose, #seeinggod, #beatificvision, #faith, #meaning, #mission, #god, #hope, #bible    Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.    Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Everybody hurts. But, how are you dealing with it? What are your relationships like? Do people in church, at work, or in your own home know the REAL you? Are you struggling to overcome an addiction or a past abuse? Or, do you just want to become a healthier person? Where do you begin? Begin by listening to today's episode on the ministry Celebrate Recovery! Scott Stubbert joins us to talk about his own journey with CR and how he came to lead the ministry at Big Valley Community Church. We not only talk about small and large group dynamics, but also we walk through the twelve steps of recovery. This is a powerful episode I don't want you to miss! And make sure to find a Celebrate Recovery group where ever you live: https://www.celebraterecovery.com. Scott Stubbert is the Pastor of Recovery and Counseling at Big Valley Grace Community Church in Modesto, California. He leads Celebrate Recovery, and he specializes in sex addictions. #celebraterecovery, #recovery, #addiction, #hope, #healing, #faith, #god, #relationships   Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.    Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

The Rev'd Andrew Lazo joins us today to talk about C. S. Lewis's book “Till We Have Faces.” We help you understand the background for the book, its setting, and some of its major themes. We believe (as did Lewis himself) that “Till We Have Faces” is his greatest book. You will learn the connection between joy and love, the overarching theme of all Lewis's books, and how to rethink your “ugly” parts.  Andrew is one of the co-hosts on the podcast Pints with Jack, he is an internationally known speaker and writer, an expert on C. S. Lewis and the Inklings, and a priest in the Episcopal Church. He is currently working on a groundbreaking book about “Till We Have Faces.” You can learn more about him at his website www.mythoflove.net and you can watch his lecture at the Wade Center at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JR81Mz58prI. And here's a link to the fantastic podcast Pints with Jack https://www.pintswithjack.com.   #cslewis, #tillwehavefaces, #andrewlazo, #cupid, #psyche, #ungid, #myth, #book ,#pintswithjack  Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Chad Bird joins us to talk about finding God in the most unexpected places. He opens up about his personal life, and he shows us how to reframe our struggles, trials, and how we look at our lives. Chad is the Scholar in Residence at 1517. You can hear him teach through the Old Testament verse-by-verse on his podcast “40 Minutes in the Old Testament.” He's written several books, including “Night Driving,” “Limping with God,” “Unveiling Mercy,” and “Your God Is Too Glorious.”  Chad shares short daily devotional videos through the Bible on his Instagram channel, which you can find @chadlbird.  Find Chad at 1517  @1517org  . Go to www.1517.org.   Here's a link to Your God Is Too Glorious: https://www.amazon.com/Your-God-Too-Glorious-Unexpected/dp/1948969807/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1691600360&sr=8-1   Here's a link to the 40 Minutes in the Old Testament Podcast: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/40-minutes-in-the-old-testament  #suffering, #hope, #cross, #unexpected, #places, #glory, #humble  Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

The idea of "Dad" runs deep, in fact, it might be one of the most fundamental things about us. But what is a dad? What is a dad for? What does he do? And what is the difference between a father and a mother? Today's special guest is Dr. Scott Keith, who wrote a book called "Being Dad: Father as a Picture of God's Grace." Dr. Keith offers a beautiful and moving portrait of a father, one which we desperately need to hear. After you listen to this episode, we encourage you to get a copy of the book for yourself (link below). Dr. Scott Keith is the Executive Director of 1517  @1517org  . He has also been a professor. He is the co-host of The Thinking Fellows Podcast and a contributor to 1517 and Christ Hold Fast. He has a doctorate from Foundation House Oxford, studying under Dr. James Nestingen. PLEASE check out the ministry of 1517 and its many wonderful podcasts, which include "through the Bible" shows. Go to www.1517.org.   Here's a link to Being Dad https://www.amazon.com/Being-Dad-Father-Picture-Grace/dp/1945978562/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1FGA403WSGC4D&keywords=being+dad+scott+keith&qid=1690589207&sprefix=being+dad+scott+keit%2Caps%2C247&sr=8-1   Here's a link to the Thinking Fellows Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thinking-fellows/id1079727939    #dad #prodigalson #father #faith #god #1517 Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

There is much debate surrounding artificial intelligence, AI, and many are cautious about its so-called benefits. But our guest today, Dr. Mark Vernon, brings a more hopeful message: AI is an opportunity for humans to re-learn what it means to be human, to create as humans, and to have intelligence as humans. We talk about a recent video he posted about AI (see below), and unpack what this means for all of us, including those fields that might feel threatened by AI, such as marketers, educators, artists, writers, and so forth. Toward the end, Mike Stanczak and I make specific applications to people of faith. Dr. Vernon  @PlatosPodcasts  is a psychotherapist with a private practice in London, and he is the author of many books. He writes on friendship, philosophy, spiritual intelligence, Owen Barfield (the friend of C.S. Lewis), Dante, and living in the modern world. His works have been published by the BBC, Aeon, Church Times, and The Idler. He has a degree in physics, two in theology, and a PhD in Philosophy. He has also been a priest in the Church of England. His AI video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LHIvKFY2kbk His website: https://www.markvernon.com His YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@PlatosPodcasts #faith #god #artificialintelligence #ai #philosophy #help #hope #human #viral Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

On today's episode, Dr. Tom Price helps us to understand what true freedom is. We start by learning how our idea of freedom was corrupted. Along the way, we discuss the "gift" nature of humans and the kind of world in which we find ourselves. Here are some of the reading recommendations Dr. Price has for those who wish to explore more about this subject: "Creation, Metaphysics, and Ethics" by David Burrell in the "Faith and Philosophy Journal": https://place.asburyseminary.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1827&context=faithandphilosophy "The Generosity of Creation" by David Schindler "The God of Faith and Reason" by Robert Sokolowski "The Reality of Time and the Existence of God" by David Braine "Begotten or Made?" by Oliver O'Donovan "Dionysian Power" by Hans Boersma in Touchstone Magazine You can also find articles by Dr. Tom Price at the Fight Laugh Feast Network. Dr. Tom Price (DPhil, University of Oxford) teaches theology, Christian Ethics, and Apologetics at Gordon-Conwell and other academic institutions. He is one of the beloved cohosts of The Theology Pugcast.  @TheTheologyPugcast  #bible #faith #human #nature #freedom #metaphysics #god Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Jack is back! And he's going to talk with us about the divine technology of resistance, in the context of artificial intelligence (AI). What can an old, worn tool say to you? When is the last time you walked outside without any shoes on? Do you know what the dung beetle can teach you? If you're out of touch with creation, then you're out of touch with yourself--and God. We think that "sanitized" is always better, but what if we're wrong? Jack Baumgartner is an artist, farmer, poet, woodcarver, storyteller, musician, and thinker. He has more than a little wisdom about our times and how you can stay grounded--literally. You can see Jack's amazing artwork (and plenty of his farm!) on his Instagram account @baumwerkj. #faith #farming #farm #jackbaumgartner #creation #johnsteinbeck #resistance #god #dungbeetle #ai #artificialintelligence Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Theme music is by Skilsel

"The kids are not alright." Emilee VerDuin joins us today to talk about Visionary Christian Art, Christianity, and culture. She brings a rich, yet unique perspective that you might be not used to hearing. She is fighting against what the material 'vision' of reality has done to us, by seeing the world through faith. She uses her art to capture what she sees. We look at some of her art in this episode, talk about Jordan Peterson and Carl Jung, and consider what the Orthodox Church can teach us. We end with a note to pastors and church leaders about how to reach the next generation in our chaotic world. See Emilee's art at www.mudhutillustration.com or follow her on Instagram @mudhut_illustration #bible #faith #human #nature #art #visionarychristianart #mudhutillustration #mudhut Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Our culture struggles with defining what a woman or man is, because we do not understand what a human is in the first place. Our friend Dr. Tom Price returns to the show to talk about this crucial question. Starting with the nature of Christ, he helps us to understand the heights and depths of ourselves, what is known as biblical anthropology. Not only that, but we learn about our purpose, how to order our lives the right way, and what to do when we don't know what to do. You'll probably need to listen to this episode a few times in order to glean all of its riches.  Dr. Tom Price (DPhil, University of Oxford) teaches theology, Christian Ethics, and Apologetics at Gordon-Conwell and other academic institutions. He is one of the beloved cohosts of The Theology Pugcast.  #bible #faith #human #nature #whatisahuman Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

There's much more to the household than you realize, in fact, it is a pattern of the whole cosmos. If you desire to be healthy and whole, live out your faith effectively, and properly care for those around you, then you need to see what the connection between the household, the cosmos, and your life is. Today's guest is Rev. C. R. Wiley, whose books include “In the House of Tom Bombadil” and “The Household and the War for the Cosmos,” which we discuss on today's episode. C. R. Wiley is a pastor in Washington, he has been a college professor, real estate investor, a home improvement contractor, and a writer and illustrator. He is also one of the hosts of the Theology Pugcast. Also, we've got a special guest host today, Pastor Mike Stanczak, who helps us dig into this conversation.  Learn more about C. R. Wiley here: https://thetheologypugcast.com    Find his book here: https://www.amazon.com/Household-War-Cosmos-C-Wiley/dp/1947644912/ref=sr_1_1?crid=MJX7ZFJPLCG0&keywords=c+r+wiley&qid=1687372974&sprefix=c+r+wiley%2Caps%2C130&sr=8-1  Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Theme music is by Skilsel

What do you get when you mix Chris Farley with Jason and the Argonauts? Meet Jason Farley! (Without all the tragedy of both characters, of course.) Jason is a comedy writer, poet, podcast host (Knox Unplugged) and all around adventurer, trying to reclaim the golden globe, I mean golden fleece, from Hollywood. So far, Jason's adventures are worthy of lore, or should I say, LOOR, as in LOOR.TV. That's right, Jason Farley is the mind behind the new television platform LOOR.TV, which is seeking to host all the tv stories that Hollywood doesn't want you to see. Today, our topic is another one of Jason's interests: Belly Laughs. Specifically, what is the place of humor in the Christian story, and why do Christians need to recapture the power of levity? This naturally leads us to talking about G.K. Chesterton. And along the way, Louis engages Jason with a discussion about race in movies and media. It's a hot one today! If you want to learn how you can support LOOR.TV and subscribe, go to http://loor.tv  Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Theme music is by Skilsel

Jack Baumgartner is an amazing artist, farmer, poet, woodcarver, storyteller, and musician. He recently shared a video of himself reading a poem in which he said he was was no longer a Christian. Rather than jump to conclusions, we decided to talk with Jack to hear his heart behind the poem. In this episode, Sam and Jack take a winding journey through faith, what it means to live in a God-created world, how to be whole and integrated, the meaning of sin and failure, the meaning of Jack's art, and Jack's ongoing call to follow God. There are many treasures in this episode, please listen with an open mind and see what God is saying to you. You can see Jack's amazing artwork (and plenty of his farm!) on his Instagram account @baumwerkj. The music in this episode was written and performed by Jack Baumgartner. The song at the beginning is "Through the Windy" and the song at the end is "John Moriarty." His original poem (which you can watch him read on Instagram) is "The Oxen are Dead and the Smoke is Rising." Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Theme music is by Skilsel

Why did Jesus suddenly ascend into heaven 40 days after the resurrection? Why do some Christians and churches celebrate Ascension Day every year? Today we talked to Dr. David Bryan, who is a New Testament scholar at Trinity International University. His passion and interest include understanding what is going on with the ascension of Jesus. He shows us how Jesus's ascension helps us find our true place in this world--because Jesus is at His true place over the world. We discover the world is a much fuller and more wonderful place than most realize. Dr. Bryan's research interests include the Gospel of Luke and the parables of Jesus. He has been a church planter in Madrid, Spain; he currently serves as Associate Pastor at Lakeview Presbyterian Church in Vernon Hills, IL. If you're interested in taking Bible or worldview courses online, here is a link for the Certificates at TEDS, where Dr. Bryan teaches. #wonder, #ascension, #bible, #faith, #god Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel  

Have you heard of the story of the five martyrs in Ecuador: Jim Elliot, Pete Fleming, Ed McCully, Nate Saint, and Roger Youderian? Today, we have Jim Fleming on the show, who is the nephew of Pete Fleming. Jim talks about what happened in Ecuador and God's surprising work since then. Jim grew up as a missionary kid in South Africa. He has been a missionary for many years in Peru and Columbia. Today, Jim is the coordinator of the international side of Emmaus Worldwide, which is in 110 countries. Among other things, we discuss spiritual gifts, differences between parts of the world, how to discern a calling to the mission field, and the impact of Emmaus courses.  #bible #faith #mission #emmaus Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Dr. Tom Price joins us today to talk about the nature of EVERYTHING! What kind of world do we live in? What kind of creatures are we? How are we to live life properly so we don't damage ourselves (or other people)? This is officially part 1 of our journey into the Cosmic Battle with Tom Price. He begins to paint a vivid picture of the Christian vision of reality, lifting the veil just a little so we can glimpse awesome and eternal things. Don't miss this episode, and anticipate future episodes with Dr. Price when we discuss the nature of human beings specifically and the true nature of freedom. Dr. Tom Price (DPhil, University of Oxford) teaches theology, Christian Ethics, and Apologetics at Gordon-Conwell and other academic institutions. He is one of the beloved cohosts of The Theology Pugcast.  #bible #faith #cosmicbattle #christian Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

On episode #75 we talk with Kristen Wetherell about her new book “Help for the Hungry Soul: 8 Encouragements to Grow Your Appetite for God's Word.” Kristen first shares about her recent project with The Gospel Coalition called Front Row Seat. Then we dive into the ‘8 encouragements' from her book. She especially addresses those who feel discouraged or guilty about reading the Bible, and she points out the role of the community in our personal intake of Scripture. This is a very meaningful episode and surely will spark your own desire for the Bible, church community, and greater vulnerability. You can learn more about Kristen at www.kristenwetherell.com.   #bible #faith #book Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Do you know what general revelation is? If you do, how robust is your understanding? Today's guest is Dr. Louis Markos, who is an authority on C.S. Lewis, apologetics, and Ancient Greece and Rome. In addition to teaching at Houston Christian University, he is the author of 25 books, including “How Platonic Thought Shaped the Christian Faith” and “The Myth Made Fact.” Today we talk about "The Consolation of Philosophy" by Boethius. We dig into the meaning and importance of general revelation, how to deal with suffering, and all that drags us downward. Along the way, we talk about The Chosen, Lady Philosophy, and where happiness comes from. We conclude by discussing free will and God's foreknowledge. To learn more about Dr. Markos, go to his Amazon page: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Louis-Markos/author/B001JSBEBG?ref=ap_rdr&store_ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Today we speak with Rankin Wilbourne about the forgotten doctrine of the Bible, union with Christ. Rankin serves as the Discipleship Pastor at City Church in Evansville, Indiana. He wrote an award winning book titled “Union with Christ: The Way to Know and Enjoy God.” If your life feels shallow, meaningless, or fake, we encourage you to consider what Rankin has to say. If you feel powerless, hopeless, or afraid, then this episode is for you. And if you'd like to enjoy God more, you'll find this episode very helpful. Why has the church neglected this doctrine? How can you benefit from it? Rankin, Louis, and Sam talk about the vital importance of union with Christ and how it's the core of our relationship with God. Learn more about Rankin here: https://citychurchevv.com/about-us/our-staff/member-detail/1678793/    Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel  

Do you feel whole or compartmentalized? Today we have a conversation with Dr. Jonathan Pennington about his book “Jesus the Great Philosopher.” Jonathan is Professor of New Testament Interpretation at Southern Seminary in Louisville, and he is also the Spiritual Formation pastor at Sojourn East. He has several books that we encourage you to check out, in addition to the Human Flourishing Podcast and YouTube show Cars, Coffee, Theology. We talk about what it means to be whole and God's complete vision for his people. We discussed human flourishing, especially as related to failure, emotions, and relationships. To learn more about Dr. Pennington, go to www.jonathanpennington.com.   Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Today's guest is Annie Aiello, who is a mom, singer, songwriter, and leader of “Always Olivia Tribute.” She is also a music producer and worship leader, having opened for Jeremy Camp. Annie came to the BS Studio and talked with us about integrity in worship. She speaks about the worship leader's heart, how to prepare yourself for worship, and dealing with distractions. We touch on Olivia Newton-John, Taylor Swift, and Tina Turner. As usual, Louis and Sam go on some wonderful tangents, talking about favorite musicians, the impact of Christianity on secular music—yes, you read that right—and why you should skip zoom and just go to church. It's a lively and inspiring conversation, one you need to hear before you go to worship service this Sunday! Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith     Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.     Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com     Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Dr. Glenn Sunshine joins us today to talk about faith, culture, and how we are to live as Christians. We dig into his new book "32 Christians Who Changed Their World," and we learn some of their incredible stories. What threatens the church the most today? How are Christians to navigate? With both wisdom and biblical clarity, Dr. Sunshine speaks practically and powerfully to the church today. Glenn is a history professor, president of Every Square Inch Ministries, Research Fellow at Acton Institute, and Senior Fellow at the Colson Center for Christian Worldview. He's also one of the hosts of Theology Pugcast (which is an amazing podcast!) Every Square Inch Ministries: https://www.esquareinch.com Glenn's new book: https://canonpress.com/products/32-christians-who-changed-their-world/  Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel  

What does it mean for God to be God? If God displayed His glory, what would it look like? What would God do? How would God behave toward sinners? Today's guest is Dr. Steve Bryan, who is a New Testament Scholar at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. Dr. Bryan takes us into the Gospel of John and shows us for God to be God, we have to look at the cross. The cross, as Dr. Bryan explains, is part of the larger story in the Bible of what God is doing. We explore themes from Isaiah, Ezekiel, Daniel, and the Psalms. We consider the “I AM” statements in John, as well as the predicated “I AM” statements. We also discuss the atonement, substitution, and the various stumbles of Peter. Dr. Bryan is author of a forthcoming commentary on John's Gospel (Baker Academic), as well as the author of “Cultural Identity and the Purposes of God: A Biblical Theology of Ethnicity, Nationality, and Race” (Crossway). Dr. Bryan served as a missionary in Ethiopia for 23 years in various teaching and leadership roles. We are very honored to have him on the show today. Here's a link to Dr. Steve Bryan's book: https://www.amazon.com/Cultural-Identity-Purposes-God-Nationality/dp/1433569736/ref=sr_1_1?crid=24F9QT0IIMI8R&keywords=steven+bryan&qid=1680711249&sprefix=steven+bryan%2Caps%2C121&sr=8-1   Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7 Music is by Skilsel

The resurrection of Jesus is the ultimate Cinderella story, and, you can think of it as the True Cinderella Story. From the beginning, people have raised objections to the reality of the resurrection. There are seven major objections to the truth of Jesus's rising from the dead. In this episode, we list these objections and then answer them. We believe there is adequate proof for you to believe in the resurrection--and become a part of the ultimate Cinderella story yourself. Here's a link to Hope Stands: Ten Reasons Why You Must Not Give up. https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Stands-Reasons-Must-Give/dp/0982624271/ref=sr_1_1?crid=24QVOYHC4OFIE&keywords=hope+stands+samuel+kee&qid=1680106880&s=books&sprefix=hope+stands+samuel+kee%2Cstripbooks%2C97&sr=1-1   Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Nathan Harrison joins us today. Nathan works for The Navigators, which is a ministry that helps people grow through life-to-life discipleship and creating spiritual generations. We talk about slaying the dragon in the church. Above all, Nate wants you to know how much you matter. God has gifted you, so don't shelve yourself. Nate starts by sharing how he became a Christian, and how The Navigators found him in crisis. We learn what The Navigators is, the difference between discipleship and disciple-making, and the need for church pastors to be discipled themselves. Nate shares with us what the dragon in the modern church is and what we need to do to slay it. We discuss his international work in Nigeria, Uganda, and Kenya, and learn what God is doing in the church in Africa. Nate tells us the need, passion, and spiritual sensitivity in the international church is much greater than in the US, and he tells us why. Then we discuss how distraction in the US church leads to ineffectiveness. We note the differences between radical individualism and communal life. We talk about memetic motivation, the need to simplify the church, learning less (and applying more), and prioritizing the Holy Spirit. Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Today we discuss the Oscar award winning movie 'Everything Everywhere All at Once,' starring Michelle Yeoh, Ke Huy Quan, and Jamie Lee Curtis. We talk about the cultural significance of the movie and look to G.K. Chesterton to help us understand the 'fairytale' world it creates. We also check-in with the book of Ecclesiastes and note the major parallels. Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

Do you know how to design a life of joy? Juni Felix joins us today to tell us more! She is a woman of prayer and the bestselling author of ‘You Are Worth the Work—Moving Forward from Trauma to Faith.' She is a member of Dr. BJ Fogg's Stanford Behavior Design Teaching Team, a speaker, radio and podcast host, and CS Lewis Institute Fellow. She's also a distance runner, video game, and sci-fi movie buff. Her motto is ‘kindness is a superpower.' She talks about the trauma she endured in her past, how to find true joy, and how to grieve. She also tells us the importance of playing and having fun, the church body, and being real with God. Juni tells us about two of her upcoming workshops. She brings a lot of energy and joy to the BS studio, so we hope you enjoy the show! You can learn more about Juni, her books, radio work, and upcoming workshops at https://www.junifelix.com.   Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel

We have no shortage of pastors and leaders who have fallen, whether into sin, great moral failure, or crime. Why is this? There are telltale signs a leader is going astray, do you know them? Why do Christian pastors and leaders fail? What can we do about it? Also, should these leaders be restored? On today's episode, we talk about all these questions. We have words for fallen leaders who wish to be restored. We also have some counsel for the church, family, and victims associated with the fallen pastor. Our goal with this episode is to challenge the BS, offer personal insights, and help leaders avoid these tragic behaviors and errors we see. We want people to learn from our lives, walk in the truth, humble themselves, and become whole. We also want to minister to the hurting church. While we don't have all the answers, we're doing our best to fight against this increasing trend. Here's the article by DA Carson, "Can Fallen Christian Leaders Ever Be Restored?" https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/fallen-christian-leader-restored/   Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew? To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.   Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com   Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646   Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7   Music is by Skilsel and Olexy

The African Billy Graham? Be the turtle? The 3 S's of prayer? A little trickle of grace is enough? Today's episode goes deeper with Kevin Halloran. The guys share two dramatic stories of prayer, give a prayer method, and emphasize the need for small and steady faithfulness. Don't miss today's bonus episode. To learn more about Kevin Halloran and to get some FREE resources, go to https://www.kevinhalloran.net.  You can find "When Prayer Is a Struggle" here: https://www.amazon.com/When-Prayer-Struggle-Practical-Overcoming/dp/1629958751/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2NKPX5T4FNEUZ&keywords=when+prayer+is+a+struggle+kevin+p+halloran&qid=1677692832&sprefix=kevin+halloran%2Caps%2C103&sr=8-1   Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew?  To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.        Feel free to comment and be sure to share.  Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com       Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith       Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Kevin Halloran is today's guest and he talks with us about his book “When Prayer Is a Struggle.” This is a wonderful book that encourages, inspires, and offers practical help to get you praying. We talk about the ‘why' of prayer and discuss common obstacles. Faith and love are foundational to prayer, and Kevin shows us why. We talk about feeling too guilty to pray, being distracted, and making your prayer time more organized. Kevin provides several strategies and resources for prayer, such as journaling, prayer apps, and Martin Luther's little book on prayer. Community is also a key to prayer, and we give some examples. Kevin is thoughtful, humble, and wise, and you'll benefit greatly from this conversation and his new book. To learn more about him and to get some FREE resources, go to https://www.kevinhalloran.net.  You can find "When Prayer Is a Struggle" here.   Follow us on Facebook. Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew?  To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.         Feel free to comment and be sure to share.  Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com       Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith       Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel and OSY Studio

Something awesome happened at Asbury University on February 8, 2023, which has continued to today, February 22. Some are calling it a revival, while those at Asbury consider it to be an awakening. On today's episode, we talk about Asbury and the differences between revival and renewal. Most importantly, we discuss how we should respond to this amazing event of our time. We consult the ‘experts' as well as offer some opinions from our own experiences. We give plenty of caution for those who are calling Christians to ‘duplicate' this event in their own contexts, while at the same time, encouraging the ordinary believer to persevere in normal Christian obedience—keeping an eye on what only God can do. Here's "When God Walked on Campus" by Dr. Michael Gleason: https://www.amazon.com/When-God-Walked-Campus-Universities-ebook/dp/B0B354XHXB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=34X4W4BNZV88U&keywords=when+god+walked+on+campus&qid=1677086108&sprefix=when+God+walked+%2Caps%2C144&sr=8-1  and "When God Walked Among the Nations" https://www.amazon.com/When-God-Walked-Among-Nations-ebook/dp/B07VWM9T54/ref=sr_1_1?crid=35IV97S57O7Q8&keywords=when+god+walked+on+among+the+nations&qid=1677086269&sprefix=when+god+walked+on+among+the+nations%2Caps%2C98&sr=8-1  Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew?  To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.         Feel free to comment and be sure to share.  Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com       Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith       Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646    Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Old Testament scholar Dr. Ingrid Faro is back for another deep dive into Genesis! This time, she talks about our needs and desires. From Genesis, she demonstrates how our needs and desires are not bad, but we must learn how to discern what is the best ‘fit' for them. Maybe you've been told your whole life by the church or well-meaning (or controlling!) adults that your desires are bad, after this episode, you'll gain a new appreciation for how God made you—and hopefully, learn to steer away from those who seek to shame you. Dr. Faro's new book is titled “Demystifying Evil: A Biblical and Personal Exploration,” and will be released later this year from IVP. Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew?  To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.         Feel free to comment and be sure to share.  Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com       Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith       Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Most have wrestled with the problem of evil and suffering in this world. Perhaps, you've questioned God because of evil. Or, maybe your experience of evil has led you to do things you regret. How do we deal with evil? How do we face it? How do we forgive? How do we stop contributing to the evil tide all around us? Dr. Ingrid Faro takes us on a journey into the book of Genesis, the Ancient Near East culture, and her own story of suffering, in order to help us endure (and thrive!) in this life. We talk about what it means to be made in the image of God, the first sin, and how satan pounces on us. She tells stories of abuse, trauma, failure, and homelessness. We spend some time discussing shame, failure, and guilt, along with purpose, calling, and grace. She helps us turn around our ashes into beauty. If you've never heard an Old Testament scholar open up the Bible, this is the place to begin! We were so encouraged by this conversation, and we can't wait for you to hear it. Dr. Faro's new book will be coming out later this year; it's called “Demystifying Evil: A Biblical and Personal Exploration.” Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith  Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew?  To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.         Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com       Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith       Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel

Today we talk with licensed counselor and mental health expert Aaron McMahon, whose practice is called Steeple Counseling. We talk about multiple faith and mental health issues people face today. Aaron lets us know what it takes to be a counselor, the underlying issues that COVID exposed, and the cycles of conflict people get caught in. He addresses the question “Can God help me?” and some of the upheaval most modern people deal with. Then we dig into Christians who are suspicious of psychology, why we become like what we worship, what we were made to reflect, and being discerning. We emphasize how we must embrace our limitations, as well as the importance of self-care. Then we move to why people get stuck, understanding our true identities, and why the church is crucial to your mental health care plan. Aaron also talks about the importance of a wholistic approach to our lives. Louis gets us talking about biblical counseling vs. Christian counseling, counseling non-Christians, and seeking a mission field in life. Sam asks about getting past failure, and the bumper sticker answers people hide behind. Aaron gives some of the bumper stickers he sees, lets us know how we can help each other, and his burden for people as a counselor. This is a lively conversation, so enjoy! Here is the link to Steeple Counseling: https://steeplecounseling.com   Follow us on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/bumperstickerfaith   Find us on Instagram @bumperstickerfaith Won't you please consider becoming part of the BS Crew?  To find out more and join, go to https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith.         Feel free to comment and be sure to share. Thanks for listening. Our website: www.bumperstickerfaith.com       Join the BS Crew: https://www.patreon.com/bumperstickerfaith       Find us on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bumper-sticker-faith/id1607763646     Or Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1OZgz7PIQPEmMKSaj75Hc7     Music is by Skilsel