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    Rekindling Your Leadership Fire

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 39:39


    Famed Actor, The Rock, says "You're not tired; You're uninspired."  And I think there's a lot of truth in that for many who have allowed their once-fiery leadership embers to cool. This episode of FREDTalks explores the ruse of success, some of the reasons for leaders going into autopilot, and where to go from here.  Listen-- and if you like it, share it!

    Unleashing Your Imagination

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2021 58:34


    Albert Einstein said that "Imagination is more important than knowledge."  But how do we expand our thinking in this way?  How do we unleash imagination in order to make our minds perform at their highest capacity?  Learn 7 ways to cultivate a powerful imagination in this episode of FREDTalks.

    Growing a Backbone

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 50:15


    In this episode of FREDTalks, we enter into the field of Leadership and explore the need for today's leaders to present themselves as convictional people.  A great part of this has to do with having moral courage to lead.  To do that, one has to have a backbone.  This episode will explore how to "Grow a Backbone" and, as a part of that, avoiding the common problem of becoming emotionally crippled and incapable of leading at a high level.    

    How We Should Think About Technology as Christian Higher Educators

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2021 21:11


    How We Should Think About Technology as Higher Christian Educators Professors have lots of opinions about the use of technology.  Some good.  Some bad.   But here we are, in the thick of the Digital Revolution.  What is a balanced way to think about technology so we can avoid its negatives and take advantage of its positives?  Find out on this episode of FREDTalks podcast.

    Christian Teaching and the Use of Educational Technology

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2021 24:28


    Christian Teaching and the Use of Educational Technology Christian teachers and college professors have a tremendous responsibility to prepare men and women for life.  In what ways can educational technology play a role and help equip today's young adults to make an impact and to meet their potential? Find out more in this episode of FREDTalks podcast.

    How the Digital Age is Impacting Christian Higher Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2021 20:16


    How the Digital Age is Impacting Christian Higher Education The age of technology has changed everything.  But in what ways is our world different?  How have we as individuals been changed?  What challenges do we face and how should Christian educators in higher education respond?

    The Impact of Technology on Higher Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2021 23:35


    The development of the Computer Age and then the Digital Age took the world by storm.  We are still reeling from its effects.  Learn how technology has and continues to make an impact on higher education in this episode of FREDTalks Podcast.      

    Ten Secrets to Better Lecturing

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2021 45:44


    One of the most commonly-used forms of instruction in academic classrooms is the lecture.  Loved by some, hated by others, it's been a part of the educator's toolbox for hundreds of years, and that isn't likely to change soon.  And, for that matter, there is nothing wrong with lecturing-- particularly if one is a good lecturer and assuming it's not overused to the point that learners disengage from the educational process. So whether a professor uses lecture seldomly or frequently, when he or she does-- it is important that the lecture is educationally potent and pedagogically powerful.  To achieve that, listen to this podcast episode and learn more about the secrets of better lecturing, in hopes that you will connect with the elusive "teaching moment"-- where students are forever changed by the impact of an effective teacher.

    The Difference Between Teaching at a Church and at a College: A Tale of Two Causes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 36:06


      The Difference Between Teaching at a Church and at a College is real, but sometimes Christian Educators miss it.  Christian Education occurs in both church settings and college or seminary settings, but the roles and responsibilities of a Pastor are different form those of a Professor.  And the goals of a church are different than the goals of a college or institution of higher learning.  Learn what those are and how to teach in both venues with excellence.

    A Tale of Two Classrooms: Advice to Professors and Professors-To-Be

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2021 42:19


    In this podcast episode, join Dr. Freddy Cardoza as the addresses how to come to terms with the two different extremes of academic classrooms a professor will face: The Motivated Classroom and the Meme Classroom.  In academic situations, one of these is the "ideal" classroom-- and for some profs, the other is the "real" classroom.  These two scenarios will be described in detail and tips will be given regarding how the professor should approach teaching these two extremes, in order to become the best professor one can be.

    The Two Problems in Higher Education: Teachers and Learners

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 33:53


    In this episode, FREDTalks host Dr. Freddy Cardoza speaks about The Two Problems in Higher Education and then discusses problems that can plague the learning environment when teachers and learners fail to fulfill their responsibilities in the teaching-learning enterprise.

    Understanding Education

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 4, 2021 36:01


    What is education?  How should we define and describe it?  How does education relate to teaching and learning?  These are the types of questions explored in this episode of FREDTalks Podcast as Dr. Freddy Cardoza explains the nature of education and challenges professors not only to be content experts-- but experts in facilitating learning.

    Video Resume for Dr. Freddy Cardoza

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2018 15:01


    I've just completed rebuilding my personal CV (academic resume, or Curriculum Vitae).  Curriculum Vitae (CV) is a Latin phrase meaning "Course of Life."  It refers to the document people in certain professions create to demonstrate their career-long growth in expertise, experience, and education.  CVs are unlike resumes.  The word "resume" is a 19th century French word meaning "to sum up," meaning that a resume is only supposed to 'summarize' one's life work in the most abbreviated fashion possible, typically a page or two.  In the case of higher education and some other fields, CVs are expected to be substantial and detailed.  They are supposed to document claims to expertise, experience, and education, providing the reader with proof of each.  For this reason, CV's/Expanded Resumes are substantial and usually quite long documents. Here you will find my current CV, one that I built and published personally.  It represents an entirely new approach of building such a resource based on the description above.   There are many images and live links in the document that provide additional content.  I hope you enjoy it.  Additional resources are available at www.freddycardoza.com.  Contact me if you have any questions or would like to learn more.           

    Episode 046, What Mature Christians Should Know

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2017 29:55


    What should Christians know?  Is there a body of beliefs that represent what it means to be a Christian?  Are there essential ideas that comprise a Christian way of thinking? Is there such a thing as a biblical worldview? Are there truths that, if known, could help us live with more certainty? Should people expect to live their lives in spiritual confusion? These are the types of questions answered in this podcast, Episode 002 - What Mature Christians Should Know. Take the journey with Podcast Seminary Dean, Dr. Freddy Cardoza, long-time pastor and professor, who explores the idea with you, to help equip you to grow in your faith.   Don't forge to subscribe! Like it? Share it!    Get Five Amazing Freebies when you join our mailing list! Wow! (Following the official site launch on May 21, 2017)        

    Episode 045, Introducing Podcast Seminary

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2017 23:12


    Podcast Seminary helps you grow in your faith.  We do this by creating content in every major thought space: audio podcasts, written blogs, video vlogs, and a host of social media.  Podcast Seminary has been launched to address issues related to faith, Christian discipleship, and ministry. Our resources are created to inspire, inform, and instruct people to get informed and be transformed by the power of truth. Our content is being arranged into 9 essential categories of truth that every believer should understand in order to build a Christian worldview and to be a fully-informed disciple.  Our 9 Essential Categories Foundations Formation Ministry Apologetics Bible Theology Leadership Life Specialized These categories are essentially what the Apostle Paul meant in Acts 20:27 when he said that he did not hesitate to proclaim the "whole counsel of God."  In other words, truth should be provided to people in systematic, comprehensive, practical, and biblical ways.  Most Christians do not receive this type of discipleship experience, and that leads to personal confusion, biblical illiteracy, and a lack of spiritual power.  Though resources in these areas, we will help people fill the gaps in their biblical and discipleship knowledge, then be equipped to live with integrity and power.  Resources are being created for both spiritual seekers and devoted believers.  To request resources you need, simply email the Dean of Podcast Seminary, Dr. Freddy Cardoza, with your ideas at dean@podcastseminary.com or through our general communication loop, feedback@podcastseminary.com. Please subscribe and share!    Visit us on all our media, each designed to help you grow in your faith www.podcastseminary.com | Website/Blog (officially launching May 21 2017) www.podcastseminary.org | Podcast www.podcastseminary.net | Vlog on the Podcast Seminary YouTube Channel www.facebook.com/podcastseminary www.instagram.com/podcastseminary www.twitter.com/podcastseminary    

    Episode 044, Introducing Our Sister Podcast: Podcast Seminary

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2017 1:32


    Podcast Seminary helps you grow in your faith.  Learn more about this ministry and join us regularly as we answer people's faith questions.    As podcasts are released, our content will provide comprehensive, systematic, and practical biblical discipleship in 9 essential areas: Your Spiritual and Faith-Related Questions, plus: Foundations Formation Ministry Apologetics Bible Theology Leadership Life Specialty Subscribe now and prepare for these important resources at podcastseminary.org.    Send us your faith questions at feedback@podcastseminary.com.     

    Episode 043, Fearless: The Psychology of Fear

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2017 68:23


    INTRODUCING MY NEW SHOW: FREDTalks Host Dr. Freddy Cardoza is launching an additional podcast soon called "Podcast Seminary" (as seen on the artwork for this podcast episode).  Faith-related content like this will be featured on the new podcast.  Be one of the first to subscribe to the new show, and pass on the word!    THIS EPISODE   All people deal with fear from time to time.  But for men, the phenomenon of fear strikes at the epicenter of our hearts.  Fear threatens our sense of adequacy and produces profound emotions within us-- none of them good.  In this promotional episode for Podcast Seminary, our new show, you will learn about the nature and psychology of fear.  Host Freddy Cardoza does an autopsy of the fear factor that rattles even the hardest of hardcore men among us.  If you're a man, this study is for you.  If you're a woman who cares about the men in your life, you'll want to listen and share this episode with others. Those who listen to this podcast are challenged to FEAR(less) and to be FEAR(LESS)!     Subscribe to the new show, Podcast Seminary  

    Episode 042, Understanding Your Broken Moral Compass

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2017 98:16


    Why do we do some of the things we do?  What mysteries lie beneath human behavior, including bad behavior? How can some people make decisions that harm themselves and others, and still live with themselves? How can people who do horrible things look themselves in the mirror?  How do sociopaths slip that far into such a dark place?  And, even if we are good people, how do we do sometimes do bad things without feeling bad about them?   This session deals with the issue of the "broken moral compass."    We'll talk about: Keeping secrets from ourselves The effects of lying to or ignoring our conscience How to make decisions by understanding the difference between "matters of conviction, conscience, and choice" The different conditions our conscience can have (strong, weak, seared), and what each of them means. Join us in this exciting discovery of our own hearts and the deep recesses of the human condition. It'll help you understand yourself and others better, leading to better relationships with people and with God.

    Episode 041, The New You, How Satan Uses Your Weaknesses Against You

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2017 91:36


    How Does Satan Use Your Weaknesses Against You? That's what we discover in this podcast episode.  In Part 2 of a 6 part series, we'll discuss things like: What is Sin? Why Are We Attracted to Sin? Two Types of Sin Four Sources of Sin Three Categories of Sin Sin's Ability to Attract and Lure Us The Novelty of Sin These are some of the most important insights I have come to understand on the nature of sin and how Satan uses our weaknesses to exploit us.  Join me as we explore these truths from the pages of scripture and delve deeply into the human heart and personal psyche.

    Episode 040 The New You Part 1 of 6 Becoming Conscious of Your Conscience Cardoza

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2017 80:23


    In this important series, we'll explore how to overcome our besetting sins in order to become our best selves. Session 1 explores the human conscience.  In this first dynamic session, we learn about: human nature how humans were originally created and what happened to us what the conscience is and how it works how we are unique and different than other life forms how to ensure that our conscience works for us and not against us Join this important study and look for future episodes in this new series created by Dr. Freddy Cardoza.  For more information see www.freddycardoza.com and check out PodcastSeminary.com  

    Studio C | Episode 003: What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 3 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2016 19:45


    What Just Happened: The 2016 General Election (Part 3 of 3) In part 3 of this series, we’ll discover the practical outcomes of the various “isms” of the Obama-Clinton political ideology. Here we are discussing the isms of worldviews that carry enormous ideological baggage that have sought to subvert and expel the central ideals of […] The post What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 3 (Studio C, Episode 3) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

    Studio C | Episode 002: What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 2 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2016 16:24


    What Just Happened: The 2016 General Election (Part 2 of 3) In part 2 of this series, we’ll learn What the “Republican Party Platform” really is and means. The platform currently includes 10 ideals such as: 1 The Rebirth of a Constitutional Government 2 Restoring the American Dream 3 Government Reform and Uprooting Corruption 4 […] The post What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 2 (Studio C, Episode 2) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

    Studio C | Episode 001: What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 1 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 10, 2016 13:39


    What Just Happened: The 2016 General Election (Part 1 of 3) In a word: Democracy. Democracy is government by the people and for the people. Free and fair elections are democracy at work. Elections are the purest expression of the democratic process. They are in the truest sense, “the will of the people.” If you […] The post What Just Happened: The 2016 American General Election, Part 1 (Studio C, Episode 1) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

    FREDTalks Podcast | Episode 039, Faith or Fake (Christian Parenting Seminar)

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2016 73:33


    Faith or Fake: Helping Your Child Develop an Authentic Faith (1 Hour+ Audio Podcast, delivered live at Saddleback Church, Irvine South Campus, Irvine, California, 2016). View the exciting slide deck and follow along by manually advancing slides while you listen! Fake or Faith: Helping Your Child Develop an Authentic Faith from Freddy Cardoza Click the […] The post Faith or Fake: Helping Your Child Develop an Authentic Faith (FREDTalks, Episode 039) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

    Introduction to Discipleship | Course Introduction (Podcast Seminary, Episode 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2016 6:36


    Session 1: The Bible on Discipleship Includes: What a Disciple Is Six Key Principles of Discipleship Seven Biblical Characteristics of Good Disciplers Session 2: What Genuine Discipleship Produces Includes: Defining and Describing Discipleship How the Old and New Testaments Viewed Discipleship 10 Outcomes of Genuine Biblical Discipleship Session 3: […] The post Introduction to Discipleship | Course Introduction (Podcast Seminary, Episode 1) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

    Introduction to Christian Discipleship (Course Introduction)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2016 6:36


    Freddy Cardoza, the host of FREDTalks Podcast is launching Podcast Seminary (PodcastSeminary.com) to help people fill gaps in their biblical knowledge.  The first course is now released (June 1, 2016) with an online version of this course to come soon, followed by church curriculum of this course, which will soon be available at MiniSeminary.com. Enjoy "Session 0" a brief introduction to the course, then visit PodcastSeminary.com to learn more.   What is Discipleship?   The word "Disciple" occurs about 250 times in the New Testament.  But what does it mean?  And what does the Bible say about 'being' and 'making' disciples?  For Christians and Christian teachers or leaders who want to drill down on the essentials of the Christian life, this course will help you discover all of those things.  It includes a total of five downloads, with content that could easily be used to equip others in a discipleship setting.  For the individual Christian, this series is the first step in getting serious about the Christian life and understanding exactly what the Christian life is supposed to be.  For the teacher or pastor, this is a tool that will help guide your thinking and practice of disciplemaking.   MINS 120: Introduction to Discipleship Session 1: The Bible on Discipleship Includes: What a Disciple Is Six Key Principles of Discipleship Seven Biblical Characteristics of Good Disciplers Session2: What Genuine Discipleship Produces Includes: Defining and Describing Discipleship How the Old and New Testaments Viewed Discipleship 10 Outcomes of Genuine Biblical Discipleship Session 3: Discipleship in the Early Church Includes: A History of Disciplemaking in the Early Church 7 Reasons Discipleship is Important for New Believers Why Local Church Members Should Be Christians Session 4: Essential Practices of Effective Disciplers Includes: The Need to Disciple and to Be Discipled The Effective Traits of Effective Disciplemakers The Big Three of Biblical Discipleship   What's Included: The Audio-Only Version includes 4 Audio Sessions in mp3.  The online course will be released soon.   Don't Wait. Get It Now! $14.99 course  

    The Spirit-Driven Leader (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 005)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2016 28:10


    Calian argues that wise people learn from not only from other people s mistakes but also from their advice. Carnegie Samuel Calian draws upon over twenty-five years of successful leadership and management to give his best advice for leaders and followers in an organization to successfully deal with the conflicts that arise in an organization. The post The Spirit-Driven Leader (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 005) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

    Episode 38, Christianity

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2016 94:35


    Christianity is the world's largest religion with over 2 Billion professing believers.  Christianity developed from the Jewish faith, with Jesus of Nazareth, a Jew, being identified as the Messiah of the World.  Christianity spread rapidly, ultimately becoming the official religion of the Roman Empire, in addition to spreading into the Eastern Hemisphere.  This made Christianity global, as it spread to all continents.  Christianity has three major divisions, Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, and Protestant.  In this podcast, these movements and the essential beliefs of Evangelical Christianity are discussed, along with points of contrast and comparison between biblical concepts and the teachings of other religions.  The conclusion is that, contrary to popular belief, Christianity does not teach the same thing as other religions and that the different religions communicate completely different concepts of God that force people to decide which, if any, faith is true and should be followed.             Christianity: Christian Beliefs Contrasted with Other Religions from Freddy Cardoza

    Episode 37, Islam

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2016 88:24


    Islam is a religion with, according to some, up to 1.6 Billion followers worldwide.  It is a faith that arose from the Saudi Arabia, but grew throughout Arabia, into broader Asia, Europe, and Africa, then beyond. The history of Islam is complex.  The Quran documents the development of Islamic thought and the Hadiths provide additional information about Muhammad and his life.  Those have given rise to an enormous religion comprised of both peace-loving people and, in some areas, large percentages of extremists.  Islam and Muslims sometimes confuse and confound people of other faiths, and this session was created to help inform people of what Islam teaches, while contrasting Muslim beliefs with the Christian faith and the teachings of Jesus Christ.  Below you will find a slide deck.  It's provided to help you better understand this podcast by allowing you to manually flip through the slides while listening to the lesson.   Islam: A Christian Looks at the Muslim Faith from Freddy Cardoza Enjoy. And if you like it, share it!

    Christianity (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 004)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2016 94:11


    Introduction Christianity is the world’s largest religion with over 2 Billion professing believers. Christianity developed from the Jewish faith, with Jesus of Nazareth, a Jew, being identified as the Messiah of the World. Christianity spread rapidly, ultimately becoming the official religion of the Roman Empire, in addition to spreading into the Eastern Hemisphere. This made […] The post Understanding Christianity: Contrasted with Other World Religions (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 004) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

    Islam (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 003)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2016 87:57


    Introduction Islam is a religion with, according to some, up to 1.6 Billion followers worldwide. It is a faith that arose from the Saudi Arabia, but grew throughout Arabia, into broader Asia, Europe, and Africa, then beyond. The history of Islam is complex. The Quran documents the development of Islamic thought and the Hadiths provide […] The post Understanding Islam: From a Christian Perspective (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 003) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

    Buddhism (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 002)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2016 69:19


    Introduction Buddhism is the worldview of hundreds of millions of adherents around the world. It shapes the thinking of much of South Asia and the Far East hemisphere through its two major schools of thought, Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism. Here you will learn more about its colorful history, beliefs, and practices, along with some interaction […] The post Understanding Buddhism: From a Christian Perspective (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 002) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

    Episode 36, Buddhism

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 4, 2016 69:46


    Buddhism is a world religion having hundreds of millions of adherents worldwide.  Traces of Buddhist beliefs are known by many, yet much of the religion remains a mystery to many in the Western Hemisphere.  Many wonder, what are the teachings of the Buddha? What is the Buddhist view of life and destiny?  What is reincarnation and nirvana?  What practices are a part of Buddhist living?  In this important series, learn more about the essence of Buddhist teachings while contrasting it with comparable views in the Christian faith.  Then share it with someone else who might want to learn more.    Buddhism: A Christian Looks at the Buddhist Faith from Freddy Cardoza Download this accompanying slide deck at: http://www.slideshare.net/FreddyCardoza/buddhism-a-christian-looks-at-the-buddhist-faith

    Episode 035, Hinduism

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2016 62:11


    Hinduism is an enormous faith tradition having hundreds of millions of adherents worldwide.  Join Freddy Cardoza to explore the essential teachings and practices of the Hindu Faith by downloading the podcast or by listening along while scrolling through the slide show provided below.  Then share it with others who might want to learn more!     Hinduism: A Christian Looks at the Hindu Faith from Freddy Cardoza

    Hinduism (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 001)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2016 61:44


    Introduction Hinduism is an enormous faith tradition having hundreds of millions of adherents worldwide. Join DigitalDiscipler as we explore the essential teachings and practices of the Hindu Faith by downloading our podcast or by listening along while scrolling through the slide show provided below. Then share it with others who might want to learn more! […] The post Understanding Hinduism: From a Christian Perspective (DigitalDiscipler, Episode 001) appeared first on SOAPBOX.NETWORK.

    Episode 33, God is Just

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2015 68:15


    The Count of Monte Cristo is a stirring classic novel surrounding the adventures of Edmond Dantês. Edmond had it all. He was a man of faith, talented, and handsome. Following a long seafaring trip, Edmond is unexpectedly elevated to ship captain and is set to marry the raven-haired beauty, Mercédès. But before they could tie the knot, three unlikely, jealous, and greedy men conspire to have him thrown in jail.To maintain the secret of their betrayal, Edmond is publicized as dead but is privately locked away in the dreadful island dungeon, Chateau d'If.   Believing Edmond has been executed, Mercédès is inconsolable.She is tricked into marrying Fernand Mondego, Edmond’s best friend— the man secretly responsible for having him put away.  Hopeless, bitter, and forgotten, Edmond nearly loses his faith. He is being punished for a crime he didn’t commit, while the guilty parties go free. God seemed nowhere to be found. But Edmond ultimately escapes and, after many years, both he and the evil-doing trio get their just rewards.   Like Edmond in the Count of Monte Cristo, the Old Testament Prophet Ezekiel saw God’s people suffer what appeared to be coarse injustice. But as time unfolded, they came to realize that God is always just—even when life seems unfair.  Join us as we learn more about this important attribute of God that will help you in your spiritual maturity.

    Episode 32, God is Loving

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2015 53:42


    What is God Like?  If God is anything, He is "loving."  In fact, God isn't only loving-- He is "love," personified.  His being emanates love through His great kindness toward all people, because God genuinely loves us. God's love for us is in spite of our sometimes less than ideal behaviors and inconsistency.  Take some time to learn more about God's love by learning about God's character as told originally by the Apostle John.... the "disciple Jesus loved."  After all, who would know better than the one known as "the beloved?"  We'll springboard from learning about God's love into deeper issues related to how God manifested His love most, which has been the person of Jesus Christ.  In this podcast, we will plunge deeply into some important theological ideas to remove the mystery and maximize the majesty of the great God of the Bible.

    Episode 031, God is Holy

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2015 43:44


    What is God like?  What is His Nature?  What is His personality?  What are His attributes?  These are the questions we'll explore in this series "Beyond Belief."  In Session 1, we will study the idea of God's Holiness.  This includes God's moral attributes which describe the God of the Bible.  We'll learn more about theology and God's Character.  It's a deeper, yet fascinating study conducted live at Saddleback Church Irvine in August 2015.  This study is based on my book and DVD set, Beyond Belief, published by LifeWay.  Join us for this session and the entire Beyond Belief series.  And if you like it, share it. Thanks for listening.  Find the exciting and informative slide deck for the lesson and watch along.  Download or view it at this link: http://www.slideshare.net/FreddyCardoza/beyond-belief-session-1-god-is-holy-cardoza-51290299

    Episode 030, How to Know God's Will

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2015 64:49


    Knowing God's Will is one of the most important yet most vexing issues in the Christian life.  People feel the need to know God and to understand what He is doing in their lives, but are often at a loss about how to discern His Voice.  How does God speak to us?  How do we know God's Will?  What are the mechanics of it all? Are there sources of information that aren't reliable from a Christian perspective?  Why?  What can we trust and what understandings should govern our discernment of God's Will? These are the types of things discussed in this podcast, How to Know God's Will by Dr. Freddy Cardoza.  This is an audio from a live event at Saddleback Church, Irvine South Campus Men's Ministry, July 30, 2015.  Visit www.freddycardoza.com/media-kit for more information.

    Episode 029, This Is Your Conscience Speaking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2015 51:16


    Episode 028, How God Works

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2015 48:09


    How does God work?  What is the Divine Modus Operandi?  What's God's M.O.?  That is the question being answered in this episode of FREDTalks.  Taken from a talk given at Saddleback Church's Irvine South Campus Men's Ministry, this is part of a series entitled "Compass: Navigating Life." 

    Episode 027, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, Part 3 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2014 30:16


    Christians, as cultural change agents who love the world and want to help it and the people in it, have an obligation to understand the world in which they live.  The great challenges of our world need to be identified and understood, then addressed.  This episode, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, is part 3 of a 3 part series dealing with an explanation of these things from an evangelical Christian perspective. In this episode, we will unpack 5 of the great local church ministry challenges facing our world.  From the challenges of the family breakdown, human sexuality, and existential issues, among others, these are important ideas and issues for Christians to know and act upon. Come with me on this spiritual and intellectual journey as we learn how to be salt and light in this culture seeking to find its way. Check out my other episodes of FREDTalks at http://fredtalks.libsyn.com.

    Episode 026, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, Part 2 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2014 41:35


    Christians, as cultural change agents who love the world and want to help it and the people in it, have an obligation to understand the world in which they live.  The great challenges of our world need to be identified and understood, then addressed.  This episode, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, is part 2 of a 3 part series dealing with an explanation of these things from an evangelical Christian perspective. In this episode, we will unpack 5 of the great theological and ideological challenges facing our world.  From the challenges of the Bible's authority, to the issue of biblical illiteracy in the church and much more-- these are important ideas and issues for Christians to know. Come with me on this spiritual and intellectual journey as we learn how to be salt and light in this culture seeking to find its way. Check out my other episodes of FREDTalks at http://fredtalks.libsyn.com.

    Episode 025, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, Part 1 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2014 36:58


    The world rages with tremendous challenges being faced globally and personally.  The challenges of our world need to be identified and understood, then addressed.  This episode, Fighting the Great Battles of Our Time, is part 2 of a 3 part series dealing with an explanation of these things from an evangelical Christian perspective. In this episode, we will unpack 5 of the great global challenges facing our world.  From the challenges of potable water and edible food, to the energy crisis, and much more, we will think together about these matters and how we can be a part of doing something rather than nothing to address them.  Come with me on this intellectual journey and after hearing my perspective, determine your own, then share your ideas with others. Check out my other episodes of FREDTalks at http://fredtalks.libsyn.com.

    Episode 021, Content is King (Part 6 of 9)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2014 18:33


    Episode Description: In this series, we discuss how to use six important principles that are effective in persuading people to follow you.  In a day where people are hoping to expand their Twitter "following" or the number of "Likes" they have on a certain Facebook post, the important ideas of Dr. Robert Cialdini in his book on Influence are especially helpful.  Join me in this short, punchy podcast. Series Description: We live in a Digital Age of information and technology.  As human knowledge has increased, the possibilities and opportunities for helping people meet global needs have grown exponentially.  With the challenges our world and its people face, there is an increasing realization that knowledge is no longer scarce and that it should be shared as a gift to others for the common good.

    Episode 020, Content is King (Part 5 of 9)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2014 16:17


    Episode Information: Inspired by Jon Wuebben and his book, Content is Currency: Developing Powerful Content for Web and Mobile, this podcast outlines 5 key elements for sure-fire impact in expanding your influence and building your audience.  Download and discover how these five strategies can ensure your sustained and increased impact. Series Description: We live in a Digital Age of information and technology.  As human knowledge has increased, the possibilities and opportunities for helping people meet global needs have grown exponentially.  With the challenges our world and its people face, there is an increasing realization that knowledge is no longer scarce and that it should be shared as a gift to others for the common good.

    Episode 019, Content is King (Part 4 of 9)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2014 32:10


    Episode Description: Everyone with a message wants to expand their audience. The more people who read or hear or see our message, the more are influenced by our thinking and what we value.  So those who invest time in producing content should also work to promote that content.  We do this by increasing the number of ways our content is distributed.  In this session, I'll discuss 10 different distribution steams you can use to grow your audience.  Enjoy-- and if you like it, share it! Series Description: We live in a Digital Age of information and technology.  As human knowledge has increased, the possibilities and opportunities for helping people meet global needs have grown exponentially.  With the challenges our world and its people face, there is an increasing realization that knowledge is no longer scarce and that it should be shared as a gift to others for the common good. 

    Episode 018, Content is King (Part 3 of 9)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2014 36:16


    Everyone wants to have more influence.  One of the great ways to do this is by exploring the use of social media.  But after you set up a Facebook or Pinterest or Twitter account, then what?!?  Content sharing or "content marketing" as it is sometimes called, is a key to impact and influence in the Information and Digital Age.    But some people don't really understand the "why" of content sharing. This episode of FREDTalks Podcast will help listeners understand more about a strategy of designing content that is compelling, and ideas about how to grow one's audience, followed by discussions on how to schedule content effectively.   By approaching it a strategic way, one is able to grow his or her influence and audience.  Let's do this!

    Episode 017, Content is King (Part 2 of 9)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2014 36:16


    We live in a Digital Age of information and technology.  As human knowledge has increased, the possibilities and opportunities for helping people meet global needs have grown exponentially.  With the challenges our world and its people face, there is an increasing realization that knowledge is no longer scarce and that it should be shared as a gift to others for the common good. In this session, we will think about the sources of content, and examples of different types that can be produced.  If a person has an interest in sharing ideas and information with the world, that content takes different shapes and is shared on different delivery methods.  This podcast helps people think about what it is they have to say and share.  Enjoy-- and if you like it, share it!

    Episode 016, Content is King (Part 1 of 9)

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2014 18:51


    We live in a Digital Age of information and technology.  As human knowledge has increased, the possibilities and opportunities for helping people meet global needs have grown exponentially.  With the challenges our world and its people face, there is an increasing realization that knowledge is no longer scarce and that it should be shared as a gift to others for the common good.  Learn more about content sharing in this podcast.

    Episode 015, Influence: Part 3 of 3

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2014 25:04


    Having learned more about influence and social media, we now turn our attention to the most effective uses of social media.  How, exactly, does one create a philosophy of social media in order to increase the depth and breadth of his impact?  That's what we'll explore in this episode of Influence, part 3 of a 3 part series.  (If you like it, share it!)

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