Podcasts about deconstructionism

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Deconstructionism, part 2, Pastor Jason Brenenstuhl

Is there a healthy way to "deconstruct" your faith? How can we best lead our children to follow the Lord, although it is ultimately their own decision? In this week's episode no topic is off the table as we speak with Husband, Father of 6, Pastor, and Author, Craig Groeschel. From prioritizing your marriage and raising children who follow Jesus, to wrestling with why our prayers may go unanswered, Pastor Craig has sound, biblical wisdom for it all. In his latest book, "The Benefit of Doubt", Craig Groeschel shares stories from his life and the Bible to teach us that doubts don’t have to take us away from God; instead, our doubts can actually draw us closer to God. "The Benefit of Doubt" will be released on February 18th - learn more and pre-order a copy here: https://www.craiggroeschel.com/books/the-benefit-of-doubt See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Deconstructionism, part 1, Pastor Jason Brenenstuhl

In this completely off-the-cuff episode, Pastor Robey Barnes and special guest Pastor Carter Brown from Crossbridge Church tackle a big question they didn't even know was coming: how should the church respond to the rise of deconstructionism among younger generations?   What started as an open conversation turned into a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities this trend presents. They share honest thoughts, biblical wisdom, and practical ideas for how the church can create a safe space for questions and doubts, helping people find a stronger, more authentic faith. It's raw, real, and a conversation you don't want to miss!

In this episode Matthew comments on a two part series of Christians talking about deconversion. It really is as bad as you think it will be, and is one reason why Christians are spending far too much time talking and not enough time paying attention. The episodes are from the Apologetics Radio show and were published in 2021. 1) the original episodes https://apologetics.com/deconversion/ https://apologetics.com/deconversion-part-2/ Apple podcast links https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deconversion/id91466394?i=1000529383652 https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/deconversion-part-2/id91466394?i=1000536435151 2) BIOLA https://apologetics.com/author/jnoyes/ 3) Jon Noyes https://www.biola.edu/about/theological-positions?_gl=1*1qzn87w*_gcl_au*MjAzNTQ5MTgxNC4xNzMwNjI0NjA4*_ga*MTA3Nzc3MTE2OC4xNzIwODg2NTIw*_ga_YFBWBXLQJ7*MTczMDYyNDYwNy4zLjEuMTczMDYyNDcyOS4zNi4wLjA. 4) Deconstructionism https://www.philosophybasics.com/movements_deconstructionism.html 5) Jon Steingard https://open.spotify.com/episode/4BTWDakXuxtb8CaMTgzDSb To contact us, email: reasonpress@gmail.com our YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@reasonpress2901 Our Theme Music was written for us by Holly, to support her and to purchase her music use the links below: https://hollykirstensongs.com/ https://hollykirsten.bandcamp.com/

In this episode, Pastor Doug dives deep into the philosophical underpinnings of deconstructionism and why its foundations crumble under close examination. Exploring its origins, key ideas, and how it contrasts with a biblical worldview, this discussion provides clarity for those grappling with cultural narratives that seek to dismantle traditional values. Tune in for practical insights and encouragement to stand firm in truth.Support the mission of the Salty Pastor podcast! Visit our donations page at https://pushpay.com/g/thesaltypastor to help us continue sharing truth with a world in need.

Pastor John Bornschein and Dr. Steve Ford discuss the current trend on social media to "deconstruct" the Christian faith. What is deconstructionism and how do we address it? Support the Show.Produced by Calvary Fellowship Fountain Valley church. Learn more at www.CalvaryFountain.com

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How does The King's Council promote radical generosity within the kingdom economy?Graham Allen is a passionate advocate for holistic personal development within leadership roles, drawing inspiration from secular entrepreneurs and emphasizing the importance of respect and harmony across mental, spiritual, and financial dimensions. His perspective on the king's council mission is deeply rooted in his belief in empowering entrepreneurs, particularly Christians, to embrace the idea of creating wealth to serve the local church and promote radical generosity. This perspective is shaped by his commitment to embodying the principles of Christ in his work environment and leading by example. Allen and his colleagues at the king's council strive to disciple entrepreneurs and help them steward their resources effectively, with the ultimate goal of winning souls for Christ through their actions and teachings.By fostering a culture of generosity within the kingdom economy, The King's Council aims to create a ripple effect of blessings that impact the entire community.Key TakeawaysBiblical Entrepreneurship and Radical Generosity PodcastDivine Stewardship in Business EndeavorsRadical Generosity: Empowering Churches through ServiceDeceptive Preaching and Spiritual Stagnation in ChurchesKingdom Entrepreneurship: Stewarding Wealth for ImpactExcellence in Self-Leadership for Positive ImpactCultivating Discipline for Spiritual and Physical StrengthEmpowering Souls Through Radical GenerosityQuotes"The reason that you give your tithe at 10% of when you get your check, not after everything's deducted, because you are leaping into that atmosphere of faith." - Graham Allen" - Graham Allen"The church should never change. There's culture, there's society, there's things that happen, but we are the ones that we're to be like the rock, right? And giving into culture and society. That's where we end up with the woke Christianity, right? Deconstructionism, everything along those lines." - Rylee Meek" - Rylee Meek"A pastor that changes his sermon because he's more afraid of losing a tithe than he is saying what the Lord wants him to say has lost his faith anyway and his faith in the Lord." - Graham Allen" - Graham Allen"We are all in ministry. And so as kingdom entrepreneurs, if we understand what kingdom actually is, it is Jesus is king and dumb. Dom, that domain is that it's his present rule and reign in us." - Rylee Meek"Our ultimate objective is to win souls for Christ." - Christian Edwards" - Christian EdwardsJoin the King's Council Community: https://joinkingscouncil.com/Follow King's Council: https://www.instagram.com/kingscouncilcommunity/Follow Rylee: https://www.instagram.com/theryleemeek/Follow Christian: https://www.instagram.com/christian_edwards01/Subscribe to YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/@KingsCouncilCoachingWednesday morning Bible Study link: https://www.kingscouncilbiblestudy.comGet your copy of “The Kingdom Entrepreneur: The 7-Day Blueprint” here: https://www.amazon.com/Kingdom-Entrepreneur-Blueprint-Proven Template/dp/B0BHY53H23

There is probably no greater challenge for parents than getting their kids started out on the right foot in life. On In The Market with Janet Parshall this week we spoke with an expert in childhood development about the importance of parents being present and active in their child’s life and why a stable home life is key to teaching kids about boundaries. A toxic type of theology is making its way into the pews of the church. We spoke to a respected apologist about the dangers of Deconstructionism. She gave a clear definition of what it is, its secular origins and how it is derailing the faith lives of people across the nation. Believers are never off the clock, so to speak, when it comes to opportunities to honor and glorify God in their lives, including in their work lives. Our guest taught us a new way to look at work, showed us how our work relates to God’s promise of heavenly rewards and how to transform your job, no matter what it is, into fertile soil for the gospel to grow and flourish. Listening to the news it has become pretty clear that Iran is behind all of the current unrest in the Middle East including supporting those who perpetrated the attack on October 7th of last year. And yet in the midst of all this international turmoil the message of salvation through Jesus Christ is spreading like wildfire in that nation. We gave you the opportunity to hear from a man whom God has called to life time service to the people of Iran as he shared his perspective on the current unrest in the region and how despite all the turmoil God is still mightily at work rescuing souls for His kingdom. At first glance a plan to be prepared should the world face another pandemic sounds like a good idea but our guest took us behind the wizards’ curtain to reveal the real intentions of this WHO plan and why we should ALL be very concerned about its implications to our national sovereignty and our freedoms. From unrest in the Middle East to the growing encroachment of AI in all facets of life, the news never stops. And neither does our need to view it with a discerning eye. Class is in session as your husband and wife teaching team once again invite you to grab a seat in their radio classroom as they continue to teach us how to use God’s word as the measuring rod of truth as we investigate more of the headlines of the week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Introducing our new product: Unlimited Opinions Deconstructed Peanut Butter!* Join us as we look at the history of relativism according to Peter Kreeft, beginning with the devil in the Garden of Eden, the rise of nominalism, and the eventual prominence of complete Deconstruction. We also talk much about how language shows us the truth, the ill effects of relativism in the modern day, and the importance of humor. Follow us on Twitter! https://twitter.com/UlmtdOpinions*Unlimited Opinions Deconstructed Peanut Butter is just sand and should not be consumed.

Join Benjamin Qin in a captivating lecture on Jacques Derrida, unraveling the intricacies of Derrida's philosophy and his profound influence on literary theory and postmodern thought. Explore the critical analysis of Derrida's concepts, gaining a comprehensive understanding of deconstruction and its impact on modern philosophy.Support the show--------------------------If you would want to support the channel and what I am doing, please follow me on Patreon: www.patreon.com/christianityforall Where else to find Josh Yen: Philosophy YT: https://bit.ly/philforallEducation: https://bit.ly/joshyenBuisness: https://bit.ly/logoseduMy Website: https://joshuajwyen.com/

Deconstructionism has recently gained popularity in our society, especially among young adults. For many people, it comes from a desire for connection, approval, and truth. Pastor Jeremy Brownlee joins Les Norman to discuss the foundations of faith and why people deconstruct their faith. They remind believers that we are called to study God's Word and should live by the Word of God, not the word of pastors, social media influencers, or political candidates. The Enemy is continually trying to chip away at the foundations of our faith. But God is good, and His Word is true. If you encounter someone that is deconstructing, love them. Talk to them. Listen to understand them. Share the truth with them. They may just be looking for genuine people whom they can trust. If you are going through deconstruction, Jesus loves you. He is not upset by your questions and concerns but doesn't want you to be deceived. Don't suppress your questions and struggles, because the Enemy wants you in isolation. Reach out to a trusted person today or visit one of the resources below. Want answers to your questions? Visit these resources: livingproof.co/got-questions/ https://www.gotquestions.org/

In this week's episode Brent tries his first ever Pumpkin Spice Latte, and Michael reviews a 'Faith Deconstruction Coach's' 7 questions for deconstructing one's faith.

In this episode,  we discuss the rise of deconstructionism in America, and how it will have and effect th hurrah in America and the world for years to come.  GET IN THE ARENA!!  Get your copy of SMITH'S Heart Of Man Repair Manual: https://www.amazon.com/Smiths-Heart-Man-Repair-Manual-ebook/dp/B0949HKJ2Y/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=smith%27s+heart+of+man+repair+manual&qid=1662493566&sprefix=Smith%27s+heart+of+man+repair+man%2Caps%2C108&sr=8-1  Email us at: FlawedInkCLE@Gmail.com Breaking down the 91 charges Trump faces in his four indictments https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2023/trump-charges-jan-6-classified-documents/  COVID Mask Mandates Make a Comeback https://www.newsweek.com/covid-mask-mandates-make-comeback-1822536NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/wireStory/real-news-happen-week-102567349 The Age of Deconstruction and Future of the Churchhttps://relevantmagazine.com/faith/the-age-of-deconstruction-and-future-of-the-church/

Welcome to the problematic realm of perspective framing. Ryder Richards will be your dubious guide through this profound exploration of self-awareness and understanding. Central to our journey is the parallax view, a powerful method of finding our place in the world by establishing reference points by Slavoj Zizek. But first, we must challenge hegemonic narratives and reconsider Hegel's notion of negation, as breaking free from (or subsuming and overcoming) conventional beliefs allows us to envision new possibilities.As we progress, we'll examine how psychology analysis, meditation, and Buddhism provide tools to reshape our perspectives and alleviate societal discontent. Psychoanalysis will offer unique insights into the human psyche, highlighting the potential for multiple points of fixation as normalcy which creates markers to allow a fixed identity.Moreover, we'll consider all of these topics related to the “desiring self” and its role in identity. Most pointedly, we will look at Christianity's perspective on sin related to desire, and how desire is necessary to align with God.Stay tuned for the next post, where we will dive deep into the intricacies of the Parallax View, a possibly revolutionary approach to subjective positioning that allows understanding without always negating the negation, as deconstrcutionism does. 0:00 Introduction of the parallax view.Introducing ryder richards and the concept of the parallax view, which is a means to find a position by establishing points of reference.The next episode is all about the next episode.2:19 Breaking the power of hegemonic narratives.Post structuralist or deconstructionist. All of their arguments today can arguably be post-structuralist or post-deconstructionist, where brains are trained to be creatively destructive.Hegel's notion of negation, the ability to negate impact or power of something.4:28 We must retain the positions we've just cancelled.Hegel makes his point that cancellation preserves the positions that were just cancelled, but that there is a need for a visual goal to position ourselves in society.Hegel argues that every cancellation is a new position, so every cancellation adds more gravel to the pile.6:44 Why we need to break traditional beliefs.How modernist thinkers broke traditional beliefs to avoid the totalitarian narrative and nationalistic mindset that was sweeping through Europe 100 years ago.Two dispositions in the rubble of the rubble.8:47 How to choose a new perspective.Society is more unhappy, anxious and despairing than it was in the past, according to the studies.Psychology analysis and therapy are tools for relief from the society that we live in and what we feel we deserve, and help pull us out of instant reactions11:23 Psychoanalysis is more about sizing the psychotic subject than the ego.Zizek, Lacanian psychoanalysis is more about hysteria sizing the psychotic subject. To be non-psychotic is either to have multiple points of fixation or never know exactly who you are.Buddhism and meditation.13:41 How to become an individual subject without ego.CBT therapy and meditation help reframe how you fit into the world and how you see your position in the world. It allows you to prioritize your desires differently.Buddhism is ridding yourself of attempting to desire anything at all.16:18 To sin is to miss the mark.To sin is to position yourself further away from god, to miss the mark, and to be aligned with god to grow near the object of desire.Christianity uses desire rather than negates it.18:44 Reframing the problem into parallax.Walking us through the conundrum of the desiring self and the methods of reframing it and positioning in it.Instead of the negation that is a deconstructivist rubble that has created an apocalyptic landscape, there might actually be a solution that is apparent here.

Last fall, a video went viral that was from a prestigious university. In the video, students felt socialism was a good thing. They would abolish private property rights, although some indicated that they didn't want their own private property rights taken away.--This is just one example of how a brainwashing, deconstruction and battle is taking place for the minds of students.--Returning to Crosstalk to outline this trend was William Federer. William is a nationally known speaker, historian, author, and president of Amerisearch, Inc. He's the speaker on The American Minute daily broadcast. He has authored numerous books including, America's God and Country Encyclopedia of Quotations, Who is the King in America--, and Socialism- The Real History From Plato to the Present. It has the subtitle, How the Deep State Capitalizes on Crises to Consolidate Control.--As William noted right from the start, this attempt at controlling the minds of young people is hardly new. Hitler, Stalin and Lenin all made their attempts. Even Plato -380BC- noted how democracy was doomed to fail because it was based upon the idea of people having virtue. So if you give them the choice of either giving up their life or giving up their virtue, they'll give up the latter to save the former.--Plato believed that eventually democracy would crater and people will want someone to come along and fix things. Some governor comes along claiming he can fix everything, he just needs some emergency powers. --But how did Plato believe such an individual could stay in power-- He'd do so by taking children so they will be unaffected by the habits of their parents.

Darwinism is not merely a philosophy affirmed and disputed among scientists. No, today it permeates significant avenues of public life: law, education, theology, language, and economics. Herein I recount the whos and hows of this viral social spread. At the show's beginning I play back the contents of a "church-board meeting" I recently secretly recorded; silence is the tack of acquiescence. Come laugh and think with me!

In this episode, I continue the discussion of “LEADERSHIP TRANSITION PT.2.” Realignment, Reassignment, and Replacement. Leaders are Facing challenges of De-churching and Deconstructionism. However, God has a plan for pastors and leaders to impact this generation...

Apologist and Pastor Tim Hull of Dealing With Deconstruction with Tim Hull joins Sarah and Evan to consider whether Deconstructionism and Liberal Christianity have strayed too far from Orthodox Christianity. Who gets to judge? And by what standard?

Paul Krauss MA LPC and Jef Caine take on the heavy and controversial topics of religious trauma, healthy spirituality, and the psychology of deconstruction. In this 2.5 hour long-form episode, Paul and Jef discuss both the larger zeitgeist of religion and spirituality in the culture as well as their personal experiences with Christianity and other religions. Paul and Jef dive deep into the deconstruction of the Christian faith and theology and many other topics (listed below). This is an episode you are going to want to take time to listen to. Jef Caine, is a skeptic and a host of the podcast: The Forest and the Trees (A Pastor and a Skeptic Read the Bible Together. It's not as boring as it sounds.) Jef is also an amazing graphic designer and former megachurch employee and evangelical.   All Books, Resources, and Articles mentioned available here. Deconstruction: a method of critical analysis of philosophical and literary language which emphasizes the internal workings of language and conceptual systems, the relational quality of meaning, and the assumptions implicit in forms of expression. Also Discussed: Growing up with the Christian Faith, Deconstructing one's experience, Losing the Christian Faith, The Forest and the Trees Podcast, Sapiens (Book), Humans seek meaning, Reason & Logic, Age of Enlightenment, Scientific Method, History of the Christian Church, Violence, Sacred Texts, Reinterpretation of Texts, Biblical Literal-ism versus Metaphor, Creationism, Evolution, Monotheism, Homo-sapiens, Neanderthals, Anthropology, Storytelling, What is a Safe Community, What is Religious Trauma, Power, Control, Abuse of Power, Relationship Advice, Secular Therapy versus Christian “therapy”, Jesus' teaching, Christianity's opinions on divorce, marriage, Evangelicals, LGBTQIA issues and Christianity, How therapy works versus “telling people what to do”, a power stance from a religions, prayer rooms, Christian therapists, Deconstructionism, the big questions: Why are we here? What are we doing?, Joseph Campbell, Tribal rituals, Mythology, hedonism, what truly satisfies people, What is practicing Spirituality, Alcoholics Anonymous, Higher Power, Interfaith, What is Hell, Tribalism, Us versus Them, God is Love, Competing Religions, Nationalism, Cults, Dehumanizing others, God is an idea, Book Clubs, Historical Context, Hermeneutics, Spiritual Practice versus co-opting religion for power, cherry picking versus and issues, historical contexts of the Bible, King James Version, Concordant Version of the Bible, Cultural Context, Learning from the stories, David & Goliath, The Good Samaritan, “The one truth”, heretics, “lost souls”, Hell, Sheol, Hades, Gehenna, Tartarus, Jonathan Edwards, the religious right, yes we talk about Trump, inner work, Transcendental Meditation, Contemplative Prayer, rites of passage, ritual sacrifice, cultism, selling something, Spiritual Bypassing, Healthy Spirituality, Self Reflection, Colonization, St. Francis of Assisi, Healthy Spiritual Practices, Open-minded Interpretations, Introspection, Dogma, Critical Thinking, Synchronicity, Loving Others, and more!             --->Resources for further learning: Books:  Hope Beyond Hell  multiple FREE books and audio books by Gerry Beauchemin, Protestant Missionary. The Power of Myth by Joseph Campbell That All Shall Be Saved: Heaven, Hell, and Universal Salvation by David Bentley Hart The Story of Christianity: An Illustrated History of 2000 Years of the Christian Faith David Bentley Hart Bitten By a Camel: Leaving Church, Finding God by Kent Dobson What is the Bible? By Rob Bell Love Wins by Rob Bell The Gnostic Gospels by Elaine Pagels  The Occult Book: A Chronological Journey from Alchemy to Wicca The Bible as a Dream by Murray Stein A People's History of The United States by Howard Zinn 11 Books to Read If You're Deconstructing Your Faith Deceptions and Myths of the Bible The True Origins of the Stories of Adam and Eve, Noah's Flood, the Tower of Babel, Moses and Mount Sinai, the Prophets, the Judges and Kings, and the Story of Christ Will Shock and Amaze the Faithful, Atheists, and Agnostics Alike! By Lloyd Graham Resources: The Power of Myth with Joseph Campbell and Bill Moyers (audio/ video program) What is Biblical Literalism? https://tentmaker.org/ --lists of books, some books free online, articles, good historical info about Christian universalism and other subjects.  concordant.org    -- lists of books, free online audio & books, articles, books for purchase, free study tools for Greek & Hebrew Young's Literal Translation of the Bible;  Rotherham's Emphasized Bible A documentary on the Gnostic Gospels Eternal Conscious Torment discussed by Emerson Green (lecture) Writers and Scholars Referenced: Joseph Campbell Joseph Campbell Foundation Matthew Fox Rainn Wilson Richard Rohr - The Center for Action and Contemplation Rob Bell  martinzender.com   --free video & audio, articles, books by MZ for purchase. Lesser known critic and Bible scholar. 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In a desperate search for identity, many people are attempting to tear down foundational principles that God has designed. Join us on this episode of the Equip Podcast as we discuss Deconstructionism and the effects it's having on this generation. We hope God blesses you through this discussion! Stay Connected with us! Facebook: http://facebook.com/gwafamily Instagram: http://instagram.com/gwafamily Website: gwafamily.com

Alisa Childers is an American singer and songwriter. She's best known right now for being an Apologist. Prior to becoming known as an Apologist, she was known for being a singer in the all-female Christian band ZOEgirl. She experienced a period of profound doubt about her faith in her mid-thirties. She felt uncertainty and didn't know where to find answers to her questions, or if answers existed at all. She began to investigate her faith intellectually by taking seminary classes and reading everything she could get her hands on. This began her journey from unreasoned doubt into a vibrant, rational, and informed faith. She has written a couple books that have been extremely impactful in mine and my family's life, as well as thousands of others. The first one she wrote was called “Another Gospel” where describes the journey she took over several years as she wrestled with questions that struck at the core of the Christian faith and found the truth. This book is very powerful! Her most recent book,“Live Your Truth & Other Lies,” goes through things we say as Christians that are not true and how that affects our life. If you want to hear ongoing Bible teaching, if you're interested in the historicity of the Bible and the doctrines of the Christian faith, listen to her on her podcast “Alisa Childers Podcast.” She's able to network and interview with many experts in different aspects of the Christian faith. She herself is an expert! I highly recommend following her on any of her platforms. You can learn more and follow Alisa Childers through the resources below: - Website - https://alisachilders.com- Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alisachilders/- Alisa Childers Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-alisa-childers-podcast/id1260262855 - Alisa Childers YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@alisachilders - Unshaken Faith Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unshaken-faith/id1657921515 - Unshaken Faith Conference - https://unshakenconference.com - "Another Gospel?" - https://amzn.to/3JJJ3qC - "Live Your Truth and Other Lies" - https://amzn.to/3JLEtbm Mentioned in this video: - "Is the Enneagram a Trojan Horse in the Church? With Marcia Montenegro" - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/81-is-the-enneagram-a-trojan-horse-in-the/id1260262855?i=1000570504204 - "How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth" by Gordon D. Fee - https://amzn.to/3Tp14Oj- Voetberg Music Academy - Use coupon code YOUTUBE for 10% off each month - https://www.voetbergacademy.com - The Growth Initiative: Now open for enrollment! www.nowthatwereafamily.com/thegrowthinitiative Save $150 by purchasing the Get it All Done Club Home Management Course and Growth Initiative for Men together: https://www.nowthatwereafamily.com/offers/S3GJdvSm/checkout - Top 5 Tuesday Join our weekly email list to keep up to date with the highlights of what is going on in our family life. https://www.nowthatwereafamily.com/top-5-tuesday-newletter - Homeschool Course: https://www.nowthatwereafamily.com/homeschool Get It All Done Club: https://www.nowthatwereafamily.com/get-it-all-done-club - Looking for more Now That We're A Family resources? We got 'em! Website: https://www.nowthatwereafamily.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nowthatwereafamily/OUR FAMILY MUSIC ACADEMY: https://www.voetbergmusicacademy.com Use coupon code: YOUTUBE for 10% off each month - Is your life just too complicated to ever feel peaceful? Check out Katie's Free Home Management Masterclass:https://www.nowthatwereafamily.com/get-it-all-done-club

Every Christian may struggle with doubt, but demolition activists want you to imagine postmodern fantasies beyond the biblical gospel.

KWR0031 – For Valor – Defending the Faith for Those of Worth Kingdom War Room   In this episode, we discuss Corby Shuey's new book, For Valor: Defending the Faith for Those of Worth.  This book will serve as a tactical manual for the Body of Christ to learn how to detect and overcome deconstructionism.    Corby Shuey, M.Div. is the Senior Pastor at Mount Zion Road Church in Lebanon, PA.  He is currently working on his Doctorate in theology with Biblical Life College and Seminary.  http://www.corbyshuey.com   Dr. Michael K. Lake:  Scholar-in-residence, Strategic Remnant Learning Center – BLA, Host of Biblical Life TV, Co-Host of the Kingdom Intelligence Briefing, and best-selling author.  http://www.kingdomintelligencebriefing.com   Dr. Mike Spaulding:  The teaching pastor of Calvary Chapel of Lima, OH, the author of Upsidedown in America, more than ten other books, and the host of Soaring Eagle Radio and Dr. Mike Live.  https://www.drmikespaulding.com/

Students Minister, Bryan Martinez, joins the show to talk about how and why people leave the faith and what we can do to avoid it for ourselves and others.-----Join us as we put into practice the Christian life: https://foothill.church/practicing-the-christian-lifeA behind the scenes look at what we value and why it matters here at Foothill Church in Glendora, California. https://foothill.church/footnotes

Co-hosts Matt Holmes & Chad DeKay have an incredible conversation with Dr. A.J. Swoboda covering a wide range of topics, all of them leading to Jesus. They discuss the 'why' behind higher education and how to navigate the cultural hot topic of 'deconstructionism' while still pointing people to Jesus. Dr. A. J. Swoboda (PhD, Birmingham) is a pastor, professor at Bushnell University, and an award-winning writer. For nearly ten years, he served as a college pastor on the campus of the University of Oregon. Then, for another decade, planted and pastored a missional church in urban Portland, Oregon called Theophilus that continues to worship to this day. More from AJ Swoboda: www.ajswobodawrites.com Theme Music: Simply Beautiful by Scott Riggan (www.scottriggan.com) Produced by: Austin Schumacher. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nwcn/support

Are we right to abandon objective truth? Looking for a link we mentioned? It's here: https://linktr.ee/philosophyforourtimesIt has been forty years since postmodernism swept through the academy changing the character of the arts and social sciences, impacting everything from literary criticism to anthropology, art history to sociology. Soon after it invaded culture generally and technical terms such as 'deconstruction' became widespread. Yet now its critics, including members of the British Cabinet, argue it ushered in an era of tribal conflict, woke culture, and populist deception and is at the source of a pernicious decline in reason and objective truth.Should we seek to reverse the changes that postmodernism brought about and overturn its attack on the intellectual tradition of the West? Or was postmodernism a progressive force whose insights were largely correct? Or, do we need a new radical approach altogether?Co-founder and editor of The Philosophers' Magazine Julian Baggini, award-winning journalist Minna Salami, radical philosopher Hilary Lawson and boundary pushing feminist Julie Bindel line up as prosecution and defence with postmodernism in the dock. Hosted by journalist and author David Aaronovitch.There are thousands of big ideas to discover at IAI.tv – videos, articles, and courses waiting for you to explore. Find out more: https://iai.tv/podcast-offers?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=shownotes&utm_campaign=postmodernism-in-the-dockSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As Reformation Day nears, take time to listen to this episode from earlier this year when Chris and Rich discussed how professing evangelicals who engage in deconstructionism see themselves as practicing the principles of The Reformation. Is this compari...

As Reformation Day nears, take time to listen to this episode from earlier this year when Chris and Rich discussed how professing evangelicals who engage in deconstructionism see themselves as practicing the principles of The Reformation. Is this comparison warranted or should Christians be on guard against destructive false teachings? Show Links: STTK Article - Deconstruction is Not Reformation Just Thinking Episode #117 - Evangelical Deconstructionism Got Questions - What is Deconstruction? Desiring God - What Does "Deconstruction" Even Mean? Find Forgiveness in Christ Support Voice of Reason Radio

Dr. Alan and Gail Hawkins are especially important as powerfully equipping people to the body of Christ.  Their experience in founding and pastoring a wonderfully successful and impacting local church in Albuquerque, New Mexico has been a bedrock for Holy Spirits elevated ministry to seminaries,  schools, universities, and local churches.  Specifically, we have called on Alan and Gail to unpack revelation concerning an unheretofore menacing practice called deconstruction.   Although the intent of those embracing this practice would consider deconstruction healthy, the outworking, motivation, and end result is closer to demolition.  Alan and Gail talk about how we, as the local church and body of Christ, understand, navigate and minister to those caught in this practice.  

Last fall, a video went viral that was from a prestigious university. In the video, students felt socialism was a good thing. They would abolish private property rights, although some indicated that they didn't want their own private property rights taken away.--This is just one example of how a brainwashing, deconstruction and battle is taking place for the minds of students.--Returning to Crosstalk to outline this trend was William Federer. William is a nationally known speaker, historian, author, and president of Amerisearch, Inc. He's the speaker on The American Minute daily broadcast. He has authored numerous books including, America's God and Country Encyclopedia of Quotations, Who is the King in America-, and Socialism- The Real History From Plato to the Present. It has the subtitle, How the Deep State Capitalizes on Crises to Consolidate Control.--As William noted right from the start, this attempt at controlling the minds of young people is hardly new. Hitler, Stalin and Lenin all made their attempts. Even Plato -380BC- noted how democracy was doomed to fail because it was based upon the idea of people having virtue. So if you give them the choice of either giving up their life or giving up their virtue, they'll give up the latter to save the former.--Plato believed that eventually democracy would crater and people will want someone to come along and fix things. Some governor comes along claiming he can fix everything, he just needs some emergency powers. --But how did Plato believe such an individual could stay in power- He'd do so by taking children so they will be unaffected by the habits of their parents.

Last fall, a video went viral that was from a prestigious university. In the video, students felt socialism was a good thing. They would abolish private property rights, although some indicated that they didn't want their own private property rights taken away.--This is just one example of how a brainwashing, deconstruction and battle is taking place for the minds of students.--Returning to Crosstalk to outline this trend was William Federer. William is a nationally known speaker, historian, author, and president of Amerisearch, Inc. He's the speaker on The American Minute daily broadcast. He has authored numerous books including, America's God and Country Encyclopedia of Quotations, Who is the King in America--, and Socialism- The Real History From Plato to the Present. It has the subtitle, How the Deep State Capitalizes on Crises to Consolidate Control.--As William noted right from the start, this attempt at controlling the minds of young people is hardly new. Hitler, Stalin and Lenin all made their attempts. Even Plato -380BC- noted how democracy was doomed to fail because it was based upon the idea of people having virtue. So if you give them the choice of either giving up their life or giving up their virtue, they'll give up the latter to save the former.--Plato believed that eventually democracy would crater and people will want someone to come along and fix things. Some governor comes along claiming he can fix everything, he just needs some emergency powers. --But how did Plato believe such an individual could stay in power-- He'd do so by taking children so they will be unaffected by the habits of their parents.

Last fall, a video went viral that was from a prestigious university. In the video, students felt socialism was a good thing. They would abolish private property rights, although some indicated that they didn't want their own private property rights taken away.--This is just one example of how a brainwashing, deconstruction and battle is taking place for the minds of students.--Returning to Crosstalk to outline this trend was William Federer. William is a nationally known speaker, historian, author, and president of Amerisearch, Inc. He's the speaker on The American Minute daily broadcast. He has authored numerous books including, America's God and Country Encyclopedia of Quotations, Who is the King in America-, and Socialism- The Real History From Plato to the Present. It has the subtitle, How the Deep State Capitalizes on Crises to Consolidate Control.--As William noted right from the start, this attempt at controlling the minds of young people is hardly new. Hitler, Stalin and Lenin all made their attempts. Even Plato -380BC- noted how democracy was doomed to fail because it was based upon the idea of people having virtue. So if you give them the choice of either giving up their life or giving up their virtue, they'll give up the latter to save the former.--Plato believed that eventually democracy would crater and people will want someone to come along and fix things. Some governor comes along claiming he can fix everything, he just needs some emergency powers. --But how did Plato believe such an individual could stay in power- He'd do so by taking children so they will be unaffected by the habits of their parents.

Guest: Alycia Wood Alycia Wood spoke to our students during the 2017 Biblical Worldview Institute - check out her presentation titled Engaging Your Mind. PCA's Biblical Worldview Institute (BWi) theme this year is "Anchored in the Faith" and is a response to the primary reasons that people give for “deconstructing” (walking away from) their faith. This incredible conference will be held Tuesday, Nov. 1st and Wednesday, Nov. 2nd. For more information or to register, visit the PCA website. Reasons why people are giving for walking away from their faith: Not enough evidence for the Bible, resurrection, etc. Personal morality conflict with Biblical morality - sexual orientation, gender identity, etc. The Christians I know are hypocrites so their God must be fake, too. Christianity and science are at odds with each other. There are two parts of deconstructionism - one negative, one positive. If a person throws off ideas just because others believe it, that can be a positive element of a person making their own personal faith. Reconstruction is as important as the deconstruction concept.   God isn't afraid of your questions. The problem comes when a person can't make some “puzzle pieces” of life fit, so they leave it unfinished and walk away from the table. Excellent resources to consider: The Revenge of Conscience: Politics and the Fall of Man by J. Budziszewski The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self by Dr. Carl Trueman Thank you to Jared Wood for allowing The Journey to use his incredible musical gifts and talents as our intro and outro for this podcast. Check out his music at JaredWoodMusic.

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This week, Chris and Rich discuss how professing evangelicals who engage in deconstructionism see themselves as practicing the principles of the Reformation. Is this comparison warranted or should Christians be on guard against destructive false teaching...

This week, Chris and Rich discuss how professing evangelicals who engage in deconstructionism see themselves as practicing the principles of the Reformation. Is this comparison warranted or should Christians be on guard against destructive false teachings? Show Links: STTK Article - Deconstruction is Not Reformation Just Thinking Episode #117 - Evangelical Deconstructionism Got Questions - What is Deconstruction? Desiring God - What Does "Deconstruction" Even Mean? Find Forgiveness in Christ Support Voice of Reason Radio

In this episode Cyndi and Jen discuss how we can be busy as women building the ark rather than hunkering down in our bomb shelters just waiting for the end! Jen unpacks Deconstructionism for The Big Fat Word of the Week and we spend some time talking about 2nd Peter 3 for Do You Understand What You're Reading. It's such a helpful text to direct us in our purpose for living in crazy times, knowing that God will come soon to right every wrong, but for now is patient wanting many to be saved. We hope this conversation will encourage you in the ways you can build the arky arky in your home, your church and in the world around you! Make sure you stay till the end for one of the best of Spurgeon's High Thoughts of God.Let's encourage each other to get busy participating as He is building His kingdom! Read Yo Bible!

Hey everyone join us this week as we continue going through Deconstructionism! 

Today we show some video of professing Christians praying to “God the Mother.” We also show some alarming video from a panel at the Christian apologetics conference called The Jude 3 Project. We talk about the intersection between these unorthodox statements and Deconstructionism. Cooper Stuff is of the opinion that we are about to see these kinds of shocking statements ramp up instead of slow down. Buckle up!     

You have probably heard of the term “deconstructionism” floating around–but what does it mean? Our guest Kyle Lammott, pastor of Exodus Church in Wichita gives us a deep exploration into this topic and just how damaging it can be. Join us as we tackle this huge topic and bring clarity to questions like: Why is deconstructionism so popular? Were the people who deconstruct from the faith ever true Christians? And more!Minno TV linkKyle LammottInstagramTwitterExodus Church Exodus Church IGLike, Follow and Subscribe.Please leave a comment and review.Subscribe to Bethany's email list.Check us out on Instagram at whateveristruecoBethany's Instagram: wavesandlilacsJake's Instagram: jakeoffscript

The Eyes of Tammy Faye is a film that probably works best as a companion to the compelling 2000 documentary that inspired it. While watching that documentary is not a prerequisite to enjoy the film on its own terms, the movie will certainly appeal best to people who have a working knowledge of the hilarious and tragic hijinks that ensued in America in the 1970's and 1980's. What the documentary — by nature of its medium — lacks in pathos, this film more than makes up for by giving viewers a look at the life, times, and hardships of the controversial late-20th century televangelist, here portrayed by a truly mesmerizing Jessica Chastain in an Oscar-nominated performance. Does Tammy Faye really buy all that she's selling, or is it all just a means to an end for her, a way of making a quick buck at the expense of the burnt-out and the gullible? Wisely, the film never seeks to provide a definitive answer to the question. That conclusion is left up to the viewer to determine for themselves, much like it was at the end of the 20th century for those who witnessed the collapse of the PTL empire firsthand. Instead, the film opts to paint viewers a portrait of Tammy Faye that perhaps wasn't as obvious on the television sets, portraying her as a human being of texture and contradiction. The story of Jim and Tammy Faye Bakker is something of a tragedy of Shakespearian proportions, full of self-sabotage and rich paradox. At the end of the day, these are two people undone by their own fantasies. The whole affair calls to mind the dark irony found in any number of Psalms, such as Psalm 10, wherein the psalmist cries out to the Lord demanding that the arrogant wicked who pursue the poor are caught in their own schemes (Ps. 10:2). Can anyone look at Tammy Faye and say, with certainty, whether the woman truly believed in the righteousness of Jesus Christ as the basis of her right standing with the Father? No, and to that end, The Eyes of Tammy Faye does not even attempt to offer comment. But she was sincere in her delusion, that much comes through in the film, and pathetic in the truest literary sense of the word. I believe that Jesus Christ must have felt deeply for her, as he feels deeply for those who, like Tammy, remain ensnared by the fixed illusion that God has only ever intended the faithful to prosper materialisticallyThis Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with Journal author Cole Burgett about his online-exclusive article, “Tragedy and Delusion in The Eyes of Tammy Faye.” **Editor's Note: This article contains spoilers for The Eyes of Tammy Faye.** https://www.equip.org/article/tragedy-and-delusion-in-the-eyes-of-tammy-faye/Starting in February 2021, online-exclusive articles, have been locked and are only available for Journal subscribers as noted below; however, given the time sensitive nature and global importance of this subject, our editorial board decided to make this available to the public as soon as possible. Also consider this a free preview of the quality and in-depth research that goes into our online-exclusives. To learn more about subscribing and gaining early access to future online-exclusive articles, please see our FAQ section on Early Access to Online-Exclusive Articles by clicking here https://www.equip.org/early-access-to-online-exclusive-articles-faqs/and subscribing by clicking here.https://www.equip.org/product/online-early-access-subscription-options/Locked articles are online exclusive content that are only available to subscribers. There are three subscription options to access our online exclusive content.1. Subscribe ($33.50) to the print edition of the Christian Research Journal which includes all online exclusive content.2. Pay a monthly fee ($4.99) for Christian Research Journal online exclusive content. This does not include online versions of current print edition articles or receiving the print issues.3. Pay an annual fee ($24.99) for Christian Research Journal online exclusive content. 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In Colossians 2:8, the apostle Paul exhorts believers to not be taken captive through philosophies and deceptions that are rooted in the traditions of men. Deconstruction, a philosophy that has its origins in Marxism, is one of those deceptions. And yet, there are those within evangelicalism today who are actively promoting and advocating that deconstruction is good and virtuous for the church. In this episode of the Just Thinking podcast, hosts Darrell Harrison and Virgil ‘Omaha' Walker make it clear that they do not concur with that view. Listen as they “turn pages” and discuss what God's Word has to say about “Evangelical Deconstructionism.” That's the title of episode 117 of the Just Thinking podcast. Support To support the podcast, please click here or copy/paste the following link into your browser - https://justthinking.me/support/ Disclaimer © Darrell B. Harrison and Just Thinking Ministries - 2012-2022. Unauthorized use and/or duplication of this material without express and written permission from this site's author and/or owner is strictly prohibited. Excerpts and links may be used, provided that full and clear credit is given to Darrell B. Harrison and Just Thinking…for Myself with appropriate and specific direction to the original content. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/podcast-just/support

Have you heard the term deconstructionism or exvangelical? LIFETalks Producer Britt Nipper joins Pastor Dan for a conversation about the popular trend of parsing our beliefs to do what we want. 

To say that director Matt Reeves's approach to the Batman character is scaled back would be an understatement, but this doesn't come at the expense of audience expectations. The whole affair plays out across its walloping three-hour runtime like an acoustic cover of some of Batman's greatest hits. The clever gadgets are present, but they're not gimmicks; they are practical, accessible tools that make sense not only in the context of the narrative, but also in the context of the dirty, grimy version of Gotham City that Reeves has created, one rife with corruption and rotting from the inside. Even the iconic Batmobile makes an appearance in one of the movie's most thrilling action sequences, but in Reeves's capable hands it's a rugged, applied, hand-built horsepower machine — when the engine thunders, the theater shakes. Part of what makes Reeves's vision so compelling is the way he methodically reinvents these concepts that have become enmeshed in the popular imagination over the past century. This is undoubtedly and unashamedly a Batman film — for my money, the best adaptation yet — but it is Batman unlike we have ever seen him on the silver screen. “I'm Vengeance” are the first words the Batman utters onscreen, and this is the best indicator for how this version of the character sees himself. In this film, those words become a brilliant starting point for his deconstruction of the character. And this is the character arc that Reeves gives Bruce Wayne here, the realization that violence, retribution, vengeance are all banal, are not enough to truly heal the putrid, festering heart of Gotham City. In fact, if the Batman does not come to stand for something more than vengeance, then he is only perpetuating the endless cycle of violence corroding Gotham's soul. This is a noir, after all, the film genre that excels in making the whitest of whites look a little gray. There are no “good guys” in film noir, and everyone in some way, shape, or form is morally compromised. A film that begins with Batman stalking a gang of thugs and beating them to a bloody pulp ends with this same dark figure carrying an injured little girl to safety in the light of dawn. Bruce's voiceover narration — a staple of the noir genre — explains that the Batman must become more than a symbol of vengeance and retribution if Gotham is to recover. He can no longer stand for revenge alone, but his true calling must instead be as a symbol of courage and hope. The unfortunate reality is that, by and large, this is a film that will be ignored by most Christians due less to its content than its tone. Because the modern American church has become ensnared by the quaint but sinister trappings of sentimentality, which promise goodness without context, atonement without sacrifice. This Postmodern Realities episode is a conversation with Journal author Cole Burgett about his online-exclusive article, “The Batman and the Banality of Vengeance”.**Editor's Note: This article contains spoilers for The Batman.** https://www.equip.org/article/the-batman-and-the-banality-of-vengeance/Locked articles are online exclusive content that are only available to subscribers. There are three subscription options to access our online exclusive content.1. Subscribe ($33.50) to the print edition of the Christian Research Journal which includes all online exclusive content.2. Pay a monthly fee ($4.99) for Christian Research Journal online exclusive content. This does not include online versions of current print edition articles or receiving the print issues.3. Pay an annual fee ($24.99) for Christian Research Journal online exclusive content. This does not include online versions of current print edition articles or receiving the print issues.For more information and to subscribe please click here. https://www.equip.org/product/online-early-access-subscription-options/Note online-exclusives are eventually made available to the public at regular intervals but to gain access to read it when it's originally posted subscribing at the link above is the best option.When you to subscribe to the Journal, you join the team of print subscribers whose paid subscriptions help provide the resources at equip.org that minister to people worldwide. These resources include our ever growing database of over 1,500 articles, as well as our free Postmodern Realities podcast.Another way you can support our online articles is by leaving us a tip. A tip is just a small amount, like $3, $5, or $10 which is the cost for some of a latte, lunch out, or coffee drink. 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