Out of the Question

What is the most common difficulty in marriage? The answer may surprise you. Tim Yarbrough shares from the law-word of God the sins that so easily beset a Christian marriage.

Reconciliation is paramount for the God of peace, goodness, and order, and therefore, all relationships—man and man, man and God, and man and nature—must go from hostility to peace. Join special guest Martin Selbrede, Chalcedon vice president, to discover the Biblical meaning of being peacemakers.

The Bible has a lot to say about speech. Two of the Ten Commandments deal with it, and the rest of the Bible is filled with wisdom and precepts about words, the tongue, and the fruit of our lips. So, how does today's debate about freedom of speech square with God's Word?

Suffering is a part of the Christian life, but so-called “compassionate” humanism seeks to escape it through euthanasia and assisted suicide. What good comes from suffering, and how should a Christian view it?

There's a phenomenon in America where you take a Christian holiday and turn it secular, but it doesn't stop there. The celebrations only grow more pagan, more humanistic, and more immoral. Is this what happens when society abandons the Christian faith?

When did generational divides in our culture emerge, and is the “generation gap” genuine or artificial? Does age classification accurately reflect individuals' nature? What happened to shared faith experiences across ages that once united families and communities?

The American church's focus on personal salvation has allowed God's enemies to gain cultural ground, and much of today's compromise traces back to Margaret Sanger, founder of Planned Parenthood. Seth Gruber's book, “The 1916 Project,” offers insight and encourages Christians to serve the Kingdom of God boldly.

God is never pleased with superficial adherence to His commands. Too many focus on their personal salvation rather than living daily in covenant faithfulness to God and His covenant law. Biblical history tells us there comes a time of judgment. Are we there?

Are public schools a viable option for Christian families? Many Christians still believe this because they don't recognize the myth of neutrality and how ALL education is inherently religious. This is the episode to share with your friends and family.

Casa Tabito is a medical mission in Guatemala started by Karlie Ruiter and her husband, Jeff. In this edition of the Out of the Question Podcast, Karlie tells their story from the initial call of God almost seven years ago, and the favor He has shown in the formation and ongoing work of a clinic for severely malnourished infants.

It was a daunting task to assume the headship of Chalcedon after his father passed. Mark Rushdoony shares how he stepped into this position with the dual objective of preserving the legacy while continuing the work of furthering Christ's Kingdom and the challenges he would face.

When it comes to matters of mutual concern, is it godly to join with those opposed to a Biblical worldview for the sake of a common cause? Are there limits to working together with unbelievers?

The agape feast of the New Testament celebrated our deliverance through Christ, but it has been reduced to a ritual in most churches. Listen as scholar Stephen Perks reveals how the Lord's Supper is truly our Christian Passover.

When elected candidates fall short of biblical standards, what responsibility does a Christian have in choosing leaders? Is observing enough, or does the Bible demand action?

A recent book, “Shepherds for Sale: How Evangelical Leaders Traded the Truth for a Leftist Agenda,” by Megan Basham, highlights the fact that it's easy to deceive Christians due to their theological ignorance. How discerning do church-attending Christians need to be?

What's the proper Christian response to today's moral decline? For some—as if they're surprised by what sinful man does—being outraged is more important than engaging in real Kingdom work. If we truly hate sin, we should apply our faith continually. Service to God is faith and action, not outrage.

Great things can happen when like-minded men study God's Word together to apply it to every area of life! Chalcedon's weekly Men's Roundtable—an online Bible study—is celebrating 10 years of doing just that, and co-host Chris Zimmerman takes time to share about this important work. Listen in.

When it comes to reading Scripture, how we approach it is crucial to understanding what God requires us to know and believe. Do you take it for what it says, or do you read into it what you want it to say. Listen in.

Society's decline will persist without institutions grounded in God's justice. It's time to seek His Kingdom by creating new, obedient structures that reflect His righteousness.

The family is God's primary institution, and the victory we're looking for requires the restoration of the family to the place for which God intended. Listen now to discover how this can happen.

Having a way to apply God's Word to every area of life and thought is fundamental to seeking first the Kingdom of God. Listen in to discover simple, effective ways to do just that!

Since ancient times, items have been “sold in the marketplace,” but if faith is for all of life, how does a Christian salesperson apply God's law to selling? Learn how God's Word applies to one of the oldest occupations.

The doctrines that divide Christians are often those that are the most paradoxical, such as the doctrine of predestination. How can God be in control, yet we are responsible for our actions? Is salvation something we accept, or is it the result of God's predetermined choice? Can predestination be a great source of encouragement? Listen in to learn more!

God's law provides us with true justice, and society suffers catastrophic consequences when we fail to know or apply His standards. Whether trials, testimony, witnesses, or penalties, the Biblical blueprint is the only way to restore righteousness.

Even demons believe in God, so what does it mean for a Christian to truly believe? Biblical faith should lead to godly action, and we're called to live by every word that proceeds from the mouth of God. But what does that actually look like? Listen in as we explore this vital topic.

Fire is a recurring theme in Scripture for purification and destruction, but was this only for Biblical history, or is God still using fire to purify, judge, and destroy? If so, how can we recognize God's contemporary use of “fire?” This episode will expand your understanding of eschatology as an ongoing phenomenon.

What were the church meetings like for the first Christians? Why did they meet? What did they do? Is there something we've been missing that should return to? Dr. Tom Wadsworth discusses that with us in this enlightening episode.

What might a reconstruction of the arts look like? Ryan Lauterio, studio artist and CEO of The Maker Institute of Studio Art and Theology, shares their important work of developing “Gospel-gripped, theologically minded, adept culture makers who faithfully seek to glorify Christ in all things.”

Has the U.S. government been waging a war on the truth of what really happened on January 6, 2021? A new hard-hitting documentary, “The War on Truth,” seeks to answer that question, and the film's producer, Chris Burgard, reveals how truth is fighting back.

Is it better to share or live our faith when communicating the Gospel? The Scriptures are filled with calls to live by faith, walk by faith, and grow in faith, but we talk more about sharing our faith. Let's explore this question!

Christians once could name the “seven deadly sins” and how to avoid them, but today, that awareness and praxis are lost to much of the church. In his new book, “The Devil's Diet,” Jack Phelps shows how these very sins are driving the decline in our culture.

Jesus Christ is King of kings and Lord of lords. This is a fact, and Christians should not shy away from proclaiming it openly and often. How has it become controversial? This is the subject of this Out of the Question Podcast episode.

For decades, Christians have fought the state for the liberty to give their children a distinctly Christian education. But is that battle over, or is the need even greater? Exodus Mandate founder Ray Moore, a veteran of Christian education advocacy, brings us up to date.

Have we limited the meaning of Paul's powerful words calling us to be living sacrifices? And what would such sacrificial living look like in daily life? Join us as we dive deep into this vital calling in the Christian life.

Societies celebrate the genius and the hero, but they are destructive forces in history. God's remedy is to raise up His people as prophets, priests, and kings who do the work of reconstruction and liquidate the idea of genius.

The Kingdom of God advances through Christian community and tithing, but the state moves to displace and replace all competitors of community, education, charity, and more. Here's how we restore Christian community and godly rule.

Stories are powerful and practical tools to help us connect with our listeners by putting abstract principles into concrete form to enable people to remember and apply them. Are we utilizing the power of story in our churches?

Ever felt the sting of disappointment or the weight of unmet expectations? Disappointment means “something appointed that didn't take place,” but who appoints our paths, and what if the answer is transformative? The Biblical answer awaits!

What is the Biblical idea of “God's voice” and “hearing God?” The Bible has much to say, but are we limiting our understanding while others have gone too far with hearing God's voice? What does it mean to hear from God?

Jesus told His followers that the Holy Spirit would come upon them with power after His departure. Do we witness that power in evidence today, or have we settled for a minimal view of what that power entails?

A growing movement within some evangelical churches is to normalize and give acceptance to what the Bible clearly identifies as sin. This episode of the Out of the Question Podcast discusses the book “Is the Church Pro-Gay” by Shawn Mathis.

Scripture warns us to beware of false prophets, but is there a sure way to determine whether someone is among the faithful or a wolf in sheep's clothing? This is the topic for this episode of the Out of the Question Podcast.

While we consider hospitals as places of comfort, care, and healing, there is a dark side that many witnessed during the Covid crisis. Scott Schara joins us to recount how the medical caretakers intentionally ended his daughter's life.

In this episode of the Out of the Question Podcast, Navy Commander Green chronicles the unconstitutional mandates and the resulting unconscionable treatment of members of the military service during and after Covid by their leadership.