The Christian Contrast Podcast

In this episode we explore the dangers of Christian celebrity culture, and we look at how best to avoid the pitfalls of this trend. The post Idolizing Christian Leaders appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Too many people, both Christians and non-Christians, have a casual response to the resurrection of Jesus. In this episode we explore why we are desperate for the resurrection of Jesus, and why it is such good news. The post Why We Need Easter appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Dan is joined by Dr. Curt Bouma to talk about both the biblical and the scientific issues Christians should consider when approaching the issue of birth control. The post Christians and Birth Control appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode Dan and Andy talk about how best to walk through the season of Lent. The post How to Practice Lent appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode, we follow up on two sermons about marriage (check them out here and here) by digging into four big questions about how believers in Jesus live out God's plan and purpose for marriage. The post Big Questions about Marriage appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Dan and Tim talk about the call of Jesus to make disciples of all nations, and talk specifically about Life Bible Fellowship Church GO Teams. If you want to inquire about GO Teams, click here: https://lbf.church/go-teams/. The post Jesus' Call to Reach the World appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we look at what we can do if we want to gain the greatest benefits and joy from the times of singing with our church family. The post What if I Don't Like Singing in Church? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we look at how we can understand and respond to "natural" disasters in light of God's power and sovereignty. The post Why Do Disasters Happen? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

As we prepare for 2025, we look at five new habits that can help us grow in Christ. The post 5 New Habits for 2025 appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we look at the truths behind the practice of communion (the Lord's Supper), and explore three ideas that we can focus on in order to maximize the impact of this practice. The post Celebrating Communion appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we walk through five books that are timely for Christians to read. Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age by Rosaria Butterfield The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment by Jeremiah Burroughs Bad Therapy by Abigail Shrier Get Married by Brad Wilcox Hannah's Children by Catherine Pakulak The post Five Books You Should Read In 2025 appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we explore the Bible's positive words and negative words about drinking alcohol. Should Christians do it at all? If so, how? The post Christians and Alcohol appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we look at the biblical picture of believers as exiles, and explore how this applies to how we live in the United States. The post Living as American Exiles appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we explore how God, through his Word, provides us with guidance for how we approach voting. The post Principles for Christian Voting appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Dan is joined by Tim Longo, Pastor of Outreach, to talk about how serving Jesus and his church not only changes others, but also deepens us in our walk with Christ. The post How God Changes Us Through Serving appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

A charge that is often lobbed at Christians is that they aren't allowed to think for themselves. Instead they have to thoughtlessly accept the teachings of the faith. Is this true? And is this something that is unique to Christians, or is it true of everybody? The post Do Christians Give Up Thinking for Themselves? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we give recommendations for 5 great podcasts if you want to keep God's Word on your mind throughout the week. The post Podcasts to Listen to appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we explore how we can deal with our doubts and questions about God without losing our minds or losing our faith. The post Dealing with Questions and Doubts appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we ask whether it is (1) true and whether it is (2) helpful for Christians to say, "Everything works out for the best." The post Everything Works Out for the Best? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we explore whether it is biblical to say, "God wants us to be happy?" The post Does God Want Us To Be Happy? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we examine whether or not it is true that God will not give us more than we can handle. The post God won't give you more than you can handle? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

This episode dives into the hot topic of whether or not a Christian can lose their salvation. And, if not, then what is going on when people abandon the faith? The post Can a Christian Lose their Salvation? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we look at five questions that can help us better order our lives around God's calling and priorities. The post Bringing Order to Your Life appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Where are you tempted to find our identity apart from Jesus? In this episode we look at three competitors who tempt us to find our identity in them instead of in Christ The post Finding Your Identity appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Are we really supposed to fear God? If so, does fearing God mean what it seems like it means? In this episode we delve into this really important--and life-giving--topic. The post What is the Fear of the Lord? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

For our final installment of our Forming Faith at Home series, Dan is joined by Jeff Taylor (Pastor of Student Ministries) to talk about how we can set them up to have positive spiritual influences outside of their immediate family. The post Forming Faith at Home: Developing Mentoring Relationships appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Many of us struggle with being people-pleasers. In this episode we look at the danger of being people-pleasers, and the unique way we as Christians can fight against this tendency. The post The Danger of People Pleasing appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode Dan is joined by Phil Shahbaz, Pastor of Community Life, to talk about giving our kids spiritual responsibilities of their own. The post Forming Faith at Home: Spiritual Responsibilities appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode Dan is joined by Laurie Baiz, Pastor of LIFE Kids ministry. They talk about how to cultivate opportunities for kids to have spiritual experiences in the home. The post Forming Faith at Home: Spiritual Experience at Home appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode, we look into major questions about baptism. What is it? How should it be done? Who should be baptized? And when should people get baptized? The post All Things Baptism appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Dan is joined by Troy Spilman to talk about the habit of families serving together. This is the second of five episodes on habits that help families form faith at home. The post Forming Faith at Home: Serving as a Family appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Many are waiting longer to have kids. And then they are having fewer kids. And then some are opting not to have kids at all. In this episode, we explore the main reasons why people aren't having kids and give some responses to each of these reasons. The post Responses to Reasons Not to Have Kids appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Andy Watson and Summer Brown join Dan to talk about the first of five habits to help us place Jesus at the center of our family life. They discuss the significance of eating meals together as a family. The post Forming Faith at Home: Having Meals Together appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

This episode covers some great books to read in this new year. The post Five Books You Should Read in 2024 appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

As we reflect on the love God sent to us through Jesus at Christmas, we look at how we can keep ourselves in that experience of God's love for us. The post Do You Keep Yourself in God's Love? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

What are the dangers and the benefits for Christians to be sports fans? In this episode, we explore sports fandom from the Christian perspective. The post Jesus and Sports Fans appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode, as Thanksgiving approaches, we look at three ways to cultivate the kind of gratitude that can fulfill 1 Thessalonians 5:18: "Give thanks in all circumstances." The post How to Be Thankful ALWAYS appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode, Dan talks about the controversy surrounding Andy Stanley, and how churches can appropriately welcome unbelievers. The post Andy Stanley, Homosexuality, and Welcoming Unbelievers appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Is it better to get married or to stay single? Our culture is debating which one will make you happier. But what if that is the wrong question to ask when Christians consider their options for marriage (and children) or singleness? In the past, it was pretty well assumed that most people would [Read More] The post Should Christians Get Married? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we reflect on the Hamas attack on Israel and on how Christians should think about how the nation of Israel factors into God's unfolding plan for the world. The post Reflecting on Israel appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Members of the LBF Church Pastoral team share practical thoughts about how they approach God in prayer. The post More Practical Thoughts on Prayer with the LBF Church Pastors appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Members of the LBF Church Pastoral team share practical thoughts about how they approach God in prayer. The post Practical Thoughts on Prayer with the LBF Church Pastors appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode, Dan walks through how we can use the Lord's Prayer as a model for our own personal times of prayer. It breaks down into five parts that can provide a structure to help us experience greater union with God. The post Praying the Lord's Prayer appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Dan is joined by Jeff Taylor, Student Ministries Pastor, to talk about the burdens that we choose to take on, and how they can keep us away from Jesus. the conversation also addresses how to let those obligations go and to draw near to Jesus. The post The Yoke of Jesus vs. The Burdens of the World appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Most of us see work as a necessary evil, and as something that we want to avoid. This episode explores a Christian perspective toward work. The post Why We Need Work appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

In this episode we delve into the manosphere, asking whether it is good or bad, who the major players are, and how it relates to God's calling for men. The post What is the Manosphere? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

We all know that Christians are called to share the message of Jesus with others. Instead of this being impersonal proclamation, for many of us this will be through personal relationships and friendships. In this episode Dan is joined by Hunter Gray to talk about the why and the how of relational evangelism. [Read More] The post Sharing Jesus with Your Friends appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Most of us don't know what to say or do when we are trying to help someone who is dealing with grief. In this episode we look at three principles for helping people through grief--and also for walking through grief ourselves. The post Helping People through Grief appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Christians required to boycott companies that support sinful activities? Are boycotts simply a way of picking a fight that cannot be won? In this episode, we explore how Christians should engage when boycotts become an option. The post Should Christians Participate in Boycotts? appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Pastor and author Tim Keller died and went home to be with the Lord on May 19th. In this episode, Dan reflects on Tim Keller's impact both on a personal level and his impact on the wider body of Christ. The post The Impact of Tim Keller appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.

Dan shares some words from Proverbs 3:1-12 on God's wisdom for high school and college graduates--or really for anyone (especially young people) wanting to grow in godly wisdom. The post God's Wisdom for Graduates appeared first on Life Bible Fellowship Church.