Podcasts about expressive individualism

The Ruling Elder Podcast talks with Roger Wagner and David Winslow about ruling elders encouraging covenant youth.  One of the tasks of ruling elders, as set out by BCO X:3, is that ruling elders should "nourish and guard the children of the covenant”.Rev. Roger Wagner, now a retired minister, was ordained to the ministry in 1973, serving ten years at Sonora, then he became pastor of Bayview OPC in Chula Vista, California in 1983 where he served for the next forty years until his retirement. Ruling Elder David Winslow has served as a ruling elder for over forty years in Westminster OPC, in Westminster CA and was interviewed for this podcast in April 2023.Books and Articles MentionedKevin DeYoung, The (Not-So-Secret) Secret to Reaching the Next Generation, Crossway, 2024Carl R. Trueman, The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution, Crossway, 2020Eric Watkins, "Where Have the Children Gone? A Reflection Upon OPC Identity and a Postmodern Generation", Ordained Servant, Vol 12, No. 3, pages 50-51. Available here.John Murray, Christian Baptism, P&R Publishing.Lewis Bevens Schenck, The Presbyterian Doctrine of Children in the Covenant: An Historical Study of the Significance of Infant Baptism in the Presbyterian Church, first published in 1940. Republished by P&R Publishing, 2003.Gerard Berghoef and Lester De Koster, The Elders Handbook, A Practical Guide for Church Leaders, 1979.Robert S. Rayburn, “The Presbyterian Doctrines of Covenant Children,  Covenant Nurture and Covenant Succession.” Available here.

In this edition we are discussing a very prevalent philosophy on university campuses today (as well as in many churches): Postmodernism. My guest is Dr. Scott Smith, Professor of Christian Apologetics at Biola University's Talbot School of Theology. Scott has written quite a few articles and well-received books on this topic and often speaks on postmodernism and its implications in churches, at conferences, and on podcasts like this one.   In this podcast we discuss: What postmodernism is, and how it developed out of modernity Why the theory of nominalism (the belief that there is no reality beyond the words we use for things) is the foundation of postmodernism Why Scott is so interested in this issue as a Christian Examples of where students will encounter postmodern thought Concerns about the rise in “expressive individualism” What we can learn from postmodern thought What we must reject in postmodern thought A practical suggestion for how to converse with someone who embraces postmodernism   Resources mentioned during our conversation: Scott Smith, Truth and the New Kind of Christian: The Emerging Effects of Postmodernism in the Church Scott Smith, Authentically Emergent: In Search of a Truly Progressive Christianity Scott Smith, Exposing the Roots of Constructivism: Nominalism and the Ontology of Knowledge Carl R. Trueman, The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution Carl R. Trueman, Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution Douglas Groothuis, Truth Decay: Defending Christianity Against the Challenges of Postmodernism Scott Smith's Website: The Dangers of Nominalism Making Sense of Morality: Problems with Naturalism Podcast discussing Scott's book Exposing the Roots of Constructivism

Mailbag questions or topic suggestions? Text us!When a student confides they've been self-harming, what's your role as a youth pastor? Where does spiritual care end and professional intervention begin? Licensed counselor and youth pastor Jordan Francis unveils the complex reality of youth mental health today, offering wisdom that both relieves and challenges ministry leaders.Jordan discusses how today's students are learning the world is evil at much younger ages through constant digital exposure. This early disillusionment drives them into technological escapism, creating a dangerous cycle of disconnection from their bodies, emotions, and the natural world God created. The conversation explores how youth readily adopt mental health labels found online, using them as identity markers without understanding their true meaning.What makes this episode particularly valuable is the practical guidance for youth workers. Jordan outlines exactly how to respond when serious mental health issues arise—involving parents while giving students agency in the process. He challenges conventional youth ministry approaches, suggesting we've replicated the world's frenetic pace when students actually need spaces of slowness and authentic connection.Most powerfully, Jordan reframes spiritual disciplines as mental health support. Prayer, scripture study, and contemplation expand what he calls the "window of tolerance"—our capacity to cope with life's challenges. This episode provides a comprehensive roadmap for youth ministers seeking to support students' mental wellbeing while maintaining appropriate boundaries and pointing them toward the healing power of Christ.Here are some of the resources Jordan recommends:The Rise and Triumph  of the Modern Self: The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution by Carl R. TruemanSeculosity: How Career, Parenting, Technology, Food, Politics, and Romance Became Our New Religion and What to Do about It by David ZahlThe Anxious Generation: How the Great Rewiring of Childhood Is Causing an Epidemic of Mental Illness by Jonathan HaidtThere are also several resources available through Jordan's company, Reframe Youth, that touch on issues of mental health:The Gospel According to Mental HealthResilienceFlourishGood GriefLast, but certainly not least, check out RLTK wherever you listen to podcasts!

In this episode, Dave and Jeff delve into the culturally sensitive topic of self-love, therapy, and self-discovery.They analyze how these concepts often intersect with Christianity and discuss the potential dangers to look out for and how to avoid them.Through anecdotes, biblical references, and practical advice, they aim to provide listeners with a balanced, faith-based approach to these three areas.Books mentioned in this episode:- "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self" by Carl Truman- "Strange New World" also by Carl Truman- "Telling Yourself the Truth" by William Baucus- "Waking the Dead" by John EldridgeLinkTree:https://linktr.ee/AllisonParkLeadershipNetworkEmail:Jeffl@allisonparkchurch.comDavel@allisonparkchurch.comInstagram:@Jeffleake11@Dave.Leake

Midweek Podcast: Expressive Individualism Kyle Peart w/Tyler Hurst and Jim Roden March 5, 2025 Journey Church Tucson See more at: https://www.journeyefc.org/

In this episode I give a more in depth argument against Gavin Ortlunds claims about Catholics and Protestants. All of the sources are below. I hope you enjoy! Books Mentioned/Recommendations:Christianity and Liberalism - J. Greham MachenHow Should We Then Live? - Francis SchaefferThe Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self - Carl Trueman Philosophical Definitions:Liberalism: https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/liberty-positive-negative/Expressive Individualism: https://www.heritage.org/civil-society/report/how-expressive-individualism-threatens-civil-societyPostmodernism: https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/postmodernism/Resolutions for Roman Catholic and Evangelical DialogueDefinitions on Justification:Protestant (Reformed): https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/essay/justification-and-the-protestant-reformation/Imputation: https://wm.wts.edu/read/what-is-imputation#:~:text=So%20what%20does%20imputation%20mean,(another%20important%20theological%20term).Catholic: https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/08573a.htm Sign up for my newsletter and never miss an episode: https://optivnetwork.comFollow me on X: https://x.com/andyschmitt99Email me at andy@optivnetwork.com with your questions!Music: "nesting" by Birocratic (http://birocratic.lnk.to/allYL)

"Physical, mental, and spiritual strength is essential for facing persecution." — Andrew Pudewa Watch this full interview on our YouTube Channel Andrew Pudewa joins host, Garritt Hampton, to discuss the significance of education in nurturing the spirit of our children, the impact of modern culture on family values, and the importance of fostering physical, mental, and spiritual strength to endure faithfully to the end. Andrew emphasizes the need to raise Christian communicators and establish a legacy of faith and perseverance. He also explores the foundation of lies that have undermined the Judeo-Christian foundation of Western civilization. The Thinking Dad  and all of the shows on the Biblical Family Network are only possible because of the generous support of our listeners. Would you consider a one-time or monthly donation to support this important ministry? Recommended Resources: Institute for Excellence in Writing However Imperfectly: Lessons learned from thirty years of teaching, by Andrew Pudewa The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution, by Carl R. Trueman The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas Are Setting Up a Generation for Failure, by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt Conquering Corrupt Culture, by Andrew Pudewa Podcast Recommendations: More from Andrew Pudewa on the Schoolhouse Rocked Podcast Homeschooling Resources: 

NOTES: Flee from sexual immorality. All other sins a person commits are outside the body, but whoever sins sexually, sins against their own body. Do you not know that your bodies are temples of the Holy Spirit, who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore honor God with your bodies. 1 Corinthians 6:18–20 (NIV) HOW DID WE GET HERE? CORE IDEOLOGY #1: Expressive Individualism. “The human heart is the most deceitful of all things, and desperately wicked. Who really knows how bad it is? Jeremiah 17:9 (NLT) Your identity is GIVEN by God, not DISCOVERED by you. CORE IDEOLOGY #2: The core of my identity is my sexuality. Culture says, EXPRESS yourself. Jesus says, DENY yourself. Then Jesus said to his disciples, “Whoever wants to be my disciple must deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. For whoever wants to save their life will lose it, but whoever loses their life for me will find it. What good will it be for someone to gain the whole world, yet forfeit their soul? Or what can anyone give in exchange for their soul? Matthew 16:24–26 (NIV) For a time is coming when people will no longer listen to sound and wholesome teaching. They will follow their own desires and will look for teachers who will tell them whatever their itching ears want to hear. 2 Timothy 4:3 (NLT)

Carl R. Trueman (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College. He is a contributing editor at First Things, an esteemed church historian, and a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Trueman has authored or edited more than a dozen books, including "Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution" and "The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution." We explore the complexities surrounding the concepts of human embodiment, transhumanism, and personal identity in the modern world. Addressing Sophie Lewis' views on pregnancy, the perspective of professional female athletes regarding their bodies, and broader philosophical questions raised by thinkers like Mary Harrington, the speaker dives into the intricate relationship between our physical selves and the roles technology and social media play in shaping our understanding of humanity. Visit CCCG: www.constudies.nd.edu *** The views and opinions expressed are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the University of Notre Dame, the College of Arts and Letters, or the Center for Citizenship and Constitutional Government. Recorded April 17, 2023 at the University of Notre Dame

What does Expressive Individualism mean for churches?  And what specifically does it mean for church music?Here is the expressive individualism worldview: ‘Truth comes from inside me.  It's important that I look inside to discover who I truly am' and ‘I need to express my individuality and personal truth to the world around me to receive validation.'That truth comes from within - is the unspoken assumptions of guests who come to our churches.And it's a worldview that has impacts inside the church, including inside our music teams and inside the heads of the songwriters who write the songs that we sing.Philip Percival and Alanna Glover lead the work of Emu Music, focusing on writing congregational songs and the training of church musicians and leaders.Alanna is doing a masters research project in Expressive Individualism & music, and Philip's PhD is in the biblical theology of worship.Support the Show.--Become a regular financial supporter of The Pastor's Heart via Patreon.

Understanding Emotional Struggles in Modern TimesIn today's episode, Pastor Doug delves into the reasons behind the emotional struggles many people face in our modern society. Drawing insights from Carl Trueman's influential book, The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution, Pastor Doug explores how cultural shifts and the emphasis on expressive individualism contribute to the emotional turmoil experienced by many.Join us as we examine the historical and cultural factors that have shaped our current understanding of the self, and discuss practical ways to find emotional stability and meaning in a world that often feels fragmented and disconnected. Whether you're personally experiencing emotional struggles or seeking to support others, this episode offers valuable perspectives and guidance.

In this episode we discuss Abigail Favale's book The Genesis of Gender. We give a quick survey of feminism and defend why we believe Christians cannot embrace Feminism. We talk about postmodernism, embodiment, consumerist sex, the incarnation and divine revelation. In addition, we touch on transgenderism and the influence of social media. Finally we end with the goodness of the givenness of our gender and the hope of the gospel.  Recommended Resources The Genesis of Gender by Abigail Favale All Things Bright and Beautiful Episode 7: Frankenstein: A Guide to Reading and Reflecting All Things Bright and Beautiful Episode 20: Expressive Individualism and “Strange New World” by Carl Truman  Notes Jenna mentions Peter Singer's approval of Zoophilia. While he did not write the article, on November 8, 2023, he tweeted in praise of an article entitled, Zoophilia is Morally Permissible. Peter Singer is a well known and influential philosopher, infamous for his applied ethics in favor of infanticide and eugenics. He is a professor of Bioethics at Princeton University.

In this episode, hosts Joe and Eric discuss Brenda Hafera's impactful report, "Men Without Meaning: The Harmful Effects of Expressive Individualism," from The Heritage Foundation. The report examines the crisis facing American boys and men across mental, physical, economic, academic, and spiritual dimensions. Hafera critiques welfare policies for their unintended impact on single motherhood and explores how the sexual revolution has reshaped family dynamics. She also addresses the transformation of marriage into a later-life status symbol and concerns about the decline of free play in schools, impacting child development. The episode further explores links between absent fathers and school violence, advocates for positive depictions of fatherhood, and emphasizes the need for supportive educational and vocational environments for boys. Support the show: https://twitter.com/DCEKGpodcast Brenda's latest work: https://www.heritage.org/staff/brenda-hafera

This week we revisit the ideology of the age, Expressive Individualism, and talk about how Christians should engage it, why they should, and the implications of engaging the culture with a biblical worldview. For more resources, visit emetministry.org.

Newt Gingrich. Men Without Meaning. Newt talks with Brenda Hafera from The Heritage Foundation about her new report detailing the crisis facing boys and men in America, titled “Men Without Meaning: The Harmful Effects of Expressive Individualism.” The report highlights the struggles faced by boys and men in the U.S., including mental, physical, economic, academic, and spiritual challenges. For instance, suicide is the second leading cause of death for men under 45, and the IQ of boys is dropping. The report also points out that only 25% of men aged 17 to 24 qualified for military service in 2020 due to mental, physical, and drug abuse issues. The report suggests that the absence of fathers is a significant factor contributing to these issues. The report recommends revitalizing marriage and fatherhood, promoting school choice, and encouraging vocational schools and apprenticeship programs as potential solutions. Newt's World Men Without Meaning  Mar 27 2024   Other Episodes Order Newt's Latest Book: March to the Majority: The Real Story of the Republican Revolution! On Amazon.com: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/154... On Barnes & Noble https://tinyurl.com/M2MatBN Watch More of Newt's Commentary Here: https://www.youtube.com/@Gingrich360/... Important Videos Series from Newt: Newt Sets the Record Straight:     • Newt Sets The Record Straight   Newt March to the Majority Videos:     • March to the Majority   Newt Balance the Budget to Save America:     • Balanced Budget to Save America   Newt on American Despotism:     • American Despotism   ---------- Read Newt Gingrich's latest opinion pieces: https://www.gingrich360.com/newt America's New Majority Project: https://americasnewmajorityproject.com Sign up for Newt's Free Newsletter: https://gingrich360.com/newsletters https://americasnewmajorityproject.co... Listen to Newt Gingrich's latest podcasts: https://www.gingrich360.com/podcasts/... On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast... iHeartMedia: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1069-n... Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1ZBoqLI... Join Newt for his next virtual town hall: https://www.gingrich360.com/join Complete your collection of Newt's books on U.S. policy: https://www.gingrich360.com/gingrich-... ---------- Follow Newt Gingrich on Twitter: https://twitter.com/newtgingrich Follow Newt Gingrich on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/newtgingrich/ Follow Newt Gingrich on TruthSocial: https://truthsocial.com/@NewtGingrich Follow Newt Gingrich on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newtgingrich/ --------- #newtgingrich #newt #gingrich #news #politics #currentevents #ukraine #ukrainewar #civilwar #civilwarhistory #battleofvicksburg #worldwar2 #normandy #normandylanding #russia #russiaukrainewar #russiaukraineconflict #generalpemberton #vicksburg #unionarmy #mississippiriver #generalgrant #ulyssesgrant #abrahamlincoln #marktwain #dday #alliedforces #battleofthehedges #normandyhedges #generaleisenhower #dwighteisenhower #presidenteisenhower #georgepatton #hedgegrow #history #ushistory #europeanhistory —Links— For Newt Gingrich Apply for a paid internship with Gingrich 360! This amazing opportunity for college students, graduate students and recent grads offers real world experience as you join the Gingrich 360 team. Here you will conduct research, draft briefings, produce content for documentary films, podcasts, social media, and much more. https://www.gingrich360.com/about/app... Newt's World Podcast - https://www.gingrich360.com/podcasts/... Trump and the American Future (Book) - https://www.gingrich360.com/product/t... Beyond Biden (Book) - https://www.gingrich360.com/product/b... Divine Mercy (Documentary) - https://www.gingrich360.com/product/d... The First American (Documentary) - https://www.gingrich360.com/product/t...

We need to understand history to navigate our current cultural moment. According to Andrew Wilson, we especially need to understand the year 1776: all that led up to it and how it created the narrative of the West. In this episode we discuss the Enlightenment, romanticism, industrialization, and how the ideas they birthed shape the church and the world around us. Notes: Lydia mentions the composition of silence, it is titled 4'33'' by John Cage. Jenna mentions C.S. Lewis' introduction to On The Incarnation: “We may be sure that the characteristic blindness of the twentieth century - the blindness about which posterity will ask, "But how could they have thought that?" - lies where we have never suspected it... None of us can fully escape this blindness, but we shall certainly increase it, and weaken our guard against it, if we read only modern books. Where they are true they will give us truths which we half knew already. Where they are false they will aggravate the error with which we are already dangerously ill. The only palliative is to keep the clean sea breeze of the centuries blowing through our minds, and this can be done only by reading old books.” Resources mentioned: Remaking the World: How 1776 Created the Post-Christian West by Andrew Wilson The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self:Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution by Carl Trueman Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution by Carl Trueman All Things Bright and Beautiful Episode 20: Expressive Individualism and "Strange New World" by Carl Trueman All Things Bright and Beautiful Episode 1: On Reading and "Lit" by Tony Reinke The Air We Breathe: How We All Came to Believe in Freedom, Kindness, Progress and Equality by Glenn Scrivener All Things Bright and Beautiful Episode 7: "Frankenstein: A Guide to Reading and Reflecting" by Mary Shelley and Karen Swallow Prior Frankenstein by Mary Shelley You are Not Your Own: Belonging to God in an Inhuman World by Alan O Noble The Letters of John Newton The Hunger Game Series by Suzanne Collins 1984 by George Orwell Brave New World by Aldous Huxley The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R Tolkien The Four Quartets by T.S. Eliot

Do you struggle to understand the current state of our culture? In this episode, we talk about Expressive Individualism, how it came to be, and what it is. For more resources, visit emetministry.org.

How do we build communities of collaboration and care? Are our communities in the West in crisis? What are the “common objects of love” that we share, and how do we—average Christians who care—seek those out and build on them?We were delighted to talk with Jake Meador on some of these questions, which he touches on in his first book, In Search of the Common Good. Join us as we consider different angles on the practices we engage with that can change the imagination of our time.Jake Meador (jakemeador.com) is a writer, speaker, and editor from Lincoln, Nebraska. He writes about place, politics, culture, and the ways that Christian faith speaks to all of the various questions that those topics raise. He also wrote a thesis on Kwame Nkrumah, a mid-20th century Ghanaian politician. He's the author of two books, In Search of the Common Good: Christian Fidelity in a Fractured World and What Are Christians For?: Life Together at the End of the World. He serves as the editor-in-chief at Mere Orthodoxy (mereorthodoxy.com), a contributing editor with Plough magazine, and a board member with the Davenant Institute.Timestamps(02:23) A crisis of common life(10:21) Example: Declining birth rates as a social problem(19:07) Practical recs: asking for help, offering home(29:04) The historical church on property rights(34:16) Practices for communities: caught, not taught(38:22) Roots we don't choose(44:23) Identity is particular; Christianity is still bigger(47:31) Who's on the land, who's good for the land?(01:03:48) OK but we gotta talk about Kwame Nkrumah. Wild.Links and References in This EpisodeYa'll. Jake is a well-read man. We got a long list of books for your perusing pleasure (and easier searching).* Strangers in a Strange Land: Living the Catholic Faith in a Post-Christian World, Archbishop Charles J. Chaput (2017)* The Benedict Option: A Strategy for Christians in a Post-Christian Nation, Rod Dreher (2017)* Resurrecting the Idea of Christian Society, R. R. Reno (2016)* The Unwinding: An Inner History of the New America, George Packer (2014)* Out of the Ashes: Rebuilding American Culture, Anthony Esolen (2017)* Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community, Robert Putnam (2000)* Nancy Pearcey (author)* Kirkpatrick Sale (author)* Remaking the World: How 1776 Created the Post-Christian West, Andrew Wilson (2023)* Wendell Berry (author)—I don't even know what to tell you, he's written a lot.* Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution, Carl Trueman (2020)* Why Marx Was Right, Terry Eagleton (2018)* An Indigenous Peoples' History of the United States, Roxanne Dunbar-Ortiz (2015)* Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge and the Teachings of Plants, Robin Wall Kimmerer (2015* Pope Francis on a “throwaway” society (article link)* John Paul II on a “culture of death” (Evangelium Vitae (1995))* The Cold War and the Color Line: American Race Relations in the Global Arena, Thomas Borstelmann (2003)—And here are some additional resources or terms mentioned in this episode, not a resource, exactly, but it might make this conversation searchable/accessible to global listeners:L'Abri is a “Christian residential study center ministry”Several theologians, church fathers, and theorists talked about property rights: John Calvin, St. Basil of Caesarea in Cappadocia, John Locke, and Emil Brunner on “the inner infinity of God's law”.If you like this podcast, please consider…→ Sharing feedback or questions! www.podpage.com/communion-shalom/contact→ Supporting us on Patreon! patreon.com/communionandshalom→ Following us on Instagram! @communionandshalom—CreditsCreators and Hosts: David Frank, TJ EspinozaAudio Engineer: Carl Swenson (www.carlswensonmusic.com)Podcast Manager: Elena This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communionshalom.substack.com

Newt talks with Brenda Hafera from The Heritage Foundation about her new report detailing the crisis facing boys and men in America, titled “Men Without Meaning: The Harmful Effects of Expressive Individualism.” The report highlights the struggles faced by boys and men in the U.S., including mental, physical, economic, academic, and spiritual challenges. For instance, suicide is the second leading cause of death for men under 45, and the IQ of boys is dropping. The report also points out that only 25% of men aged 17 to 24 qualified for military service in 2020 due to mental, physical, and drug abuse issues. The report suggests that the absence of fathers is a significant factor contributing to these issues. The report recommends revitalizing marriage and fatherhood, promoting school choice, and encouraging vocational schools and apprenticeship programs as potential solutions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you have no belief in God, would you naturally become "woke?" After watching my interview with James Lindsay, Jacob Hansen had some questions. Why do many who do not believe in God shun wokeness? With its secular, Godless roots, Jacob asks why an atheist would not embrace it. We discuss the philosophical roots of Woke, go into atheism, and finally discuss Expressive Individualism. Enjoy! Website - www.cwicmedia.com 

Once we understand the depth and breadth of the problems we face as the Church in defining the value of humanity, Dr. Trueman will share strategies and tools he believes the Church can employ to respond to the cultural upheaval we encounter daily. He will discuss how understanding what it means to be a created human being, and employing the creeds, the Anglican Catechism, and the counsel of God can equip believers to respond with love to our neighbors with different worldviews.  Both Keynotes will feature time for Q & A.Carl is a Christian theologian and ecclesiastical historian. He was Professor of Historical Theology and Church History at Westminster Theological Seminary, where he held the Paul Woolley Chair of Church History. In 2018 Trueman resigned his position at Westminster to become a full-time undergraduate professor at Grove City College, serving as Full Professor in their Department of Biblical and Religious Studies.Among Trueman's books are John Owen: Reformed Catholic, Renaissance Man, The Creedal Imperative, Fools Rush in Where Monkeys Fear to Tread: Taking Aim at Everyone, and Republocrat: Confessions of a Liberal Conservative.In 2020, Trueman published what is probably his most popular and widely read book: The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution. His most recent book, Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution, is a condensed version of his previous book. He contributes to First Things (Journal of Religion and Public Life) blogs regularly at Reformation21 and co-hosts the Mortification of Spin podcast.Trueman is also an ordained minister in the Orthodox Presbyterian Church.Be sure to stay up to date with Abundant Life: You Were Made for More by visiting our blog - and if you're loving the podcast, send guest recommendations to us or leave us a star-rating/review on your favorite listening platform to spread the word about the you were made for more message.You Were Made for More Social Media: FacebookTwitterInstagram

Less than five years ago, questions like; What is a Woman? or What Does it Mean to be Human? had obvious and easy answers. But with the advent of artificial intelligence, abortion through birth, technology, the right to euthanasia, and a plethora of genders – defining and understanding the truth that human beings are sacred and made in the image of God got more than complicated! In this keynote address, Dr. Trueman will trace the evolution of the sexual mores and psychological identities that got us to where we are today.Carl Trueman is a Christian theologian and ecclesiastical historian. He was Professor of Historical Theology and Church History at Westminster Theological Seminary, where he held the Paul Woolley Chair of Church History. In 2018 Trueman resigned his position at Westminster to become a full-time undergraduate professor at Grove City College, serving as Full Professor in their Department of Biblical and Religious Studies.Among Trueman's books are John Owen: Reformed Catholic, Renaissance Man, The Creedal Imperative, Fools Rush in Where Monkeys Fear to Tread: Taking Aim at Everyone, and Republocrat: Confessions of a Liberal Conservative.In 2020, Trueman published what is probably his most popular and widely read book: The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution. His most recent book, Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution, is a condensed version of his previous book. He contributes to First Things (Journal of Religion and Public Life) blogs regularly at Reformation21 and co-hosts the Mortification of Spin podcast.Trueman is also an ordained minister in the Orthodox Presbyterian Church.Be sure to stay up to date with Abundant Life: You Were Made for More by visiting our blog - and if you're loving the podcast, send guest recommendations to us or leave us a star-rating/review on your favorite listening platform to spread the word about the you were made for more message.You Were Made for More Social Media: FacebookTwitterInstagram

During our Embodied series, we had over 70 questions texted in. To cover these questions more fully, we're releasing a handful of extra podcast episodes to further equip you.Timestamps:1:28 - How do you parent a child with gender identity questions or who experiences SSA?16:58 - Are you living in sin if you don't have sex as an older married couple?19:44 - Why do people elevate sexual desires above all else? What desires should we have?23:20 - Would you officiate a LGBTQIA+ wedding?30:15 - How do we think through when churches deny a biblical sexual ethic?37:13 - Are people who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community and saved Christians still a child of God?41:18 - My workplace encourages using pronouns to introduce ourselves. As a Christian, how should I think about this?46:44 - What do we mean when we refer to “culture”?51:10 - If you were born to a single-parent does that mean you were born into sin and less worth saving?ResourcesBooks:The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory by Abigail Favale10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlinIntended for Pleasure: Sex Technique and Sexual Fulfillment in Christian Marriage by Ed Wheat M.D. and Gaye Wheat The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to the Sexual Revolution by Carl R. TruemanStrange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution by Carl R. TruemanBrave New World by Aldous HuxleyAmerican Experience: Kinsey (2005) Does the Bible Support Same-Sex Marriage? 21 Conversations from a Historically Christian View by Preston SprinkleA Practical Guide to Culture: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Today's World by John Stonestreet and Brett KnuckleThe Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith by Tim KellerSermons:“Incarnation/Agape” sermon by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch“Theology of Sex” sermon series by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch“Mountains, Molehills, and Which Ones to Die On” sermon by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch“Q+A” sermon by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchMusic by Levvy and Midtown MusicFind out more at Weird Tower Collective

During our Embodied series, we had over 70 questions texted in. To cover these questions more fully, we're releasing a handful of extra podcast episodes to further equip you.Timestamps:1:28 - How do you parent a child with gender identity questions or who experiences SSA?16:58 - Are you living in sin if you don't have sex as an older married couple?19:44 - Why do people elevate sexual desires above all else? What desires should we have?23:20 - Would you officiate a LGBTQIA+ wedding?30:15 - How do we think through when churches deny a biblical sexual ethic?37:13 - Are people who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community and saved Christians still a child of God?41:18 - My workplace encourages using pronouns to introduce ourselves. As a Christian, how should I think about this?46:44 - What do we mean when we refer to “culture”?51:10 - If you were born to a single-parent does that mean you were born into sin and less worth saving?ResourcesBooks:The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory by Abigail Favale10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlinIntended for Pleasure: Sex Technique and Sexual Fulfillment in Christian Marriage by Ed Wheat M.D. and Gaye Wheat The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to the Sexual Revolution by Carl R. TruemanStrange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution by Carl R. TruemanBrave New World by Aldous HuxleyAmerican Experience: Kinsey (2005) Does the Bible Support Same-Sex Marriage? 21 Conversations from a Historically Christian View by Preston SprinkleA Practical Guide to Culture: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Today's World by John Stonestreet and Brett KnuckleThe Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith by Tim KellerSermons:“Incarnation/Agape” sermon by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch“Theology of Sex” sermon series by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch“Mountains, Molehills, and Which Ones to Die On” sermon by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch“Q+A” sermon by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchMusic by Levvy and Midtown MusicFind out more at Weird Tower Collective

During our Embodied series, we had over 70 questions texted in. To cover these questions more fully, we're releasing a handful of extra podcast episodes to further equip you.Timestamps:1:28 - How do you parent a child with gender identity questions or who experiences SSA?16:58 - Are you living in sin if you don't have sex as an older married couple?19:44 - Why do people elevate sexual desires above all else? What desires should we have?23:20 - Would you officiate a LGBTQIA+ wedding?30:15 - How do we think through when churches deny a biblical sexual ethic?37:13 - Are people who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community and saved Christians still a child of God?41:18 - My workplace encourages using pronouns to introduce ourselves. As a Christian, how should I think about this?46:44 - What do we mean when we refer to “culture”?51:10 - If you were born to a single-parent does that mean you were born into sin and less worth saving?ResourcesBooks:The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory by Abigail Favale10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity by Rebecca McLaughlinIntended for Pleasure: Sex Technique and Sexual Fulfillment in Christian Marriage by Ed Wheat M.D. and Gaye Wheat The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to the Sexual Revolution by Carl R. TruemanStrange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution by Carl R. TruemanBrave New World by Aldous HuxleyAmerican Experience: Kinsey (2005) Does the Bible Support Same-Sex Marriage? 21 Conversations from a Historically Christian View by Preston SprinkleA Practical Guide to Culture: Helping the Next Generation Navigate Today's World by John Stonestreet and Brett KnuckleThe Prodigal God: Recovering the Heart of the Christian Faith by Tim KellerSermons:“Incarnation/Agape” sermon by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch“Theology of Sex” sermon series by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch“Mountains, Molehills, and Which Ones to Die On” sermon by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two Notch“Q+A” sermon by Midtown Fellowship Lexington | Downtown | Two NotchMusic by Levvy and Midtown MusicFind out more at Weird Tower Collective

Our world is so confused about what it means to be human—and even more confused about what it means to be male and female. The extreme responses to this confusion include denying sexual difference on the one hand, as if men and women are interchangeable—or overemphasizing it, as if men and women are practically different species. But the reality of our God-given humanity, including our distinctly male and female bodies, is so much bigger and better than these false extremes. This week, Dr. Abigail Favale joins us to talk all things biblical sexuality, gender, the goodness of our bodies, and the beautiful interdependence that God designed us for. Tune in and be encouraged at how God loves men and women and has designed them to reflect Him together.    The Genesis of Gender by Abigail Favale  Pope John Paul II on the Theology of the Body  The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution by Carl Trueman  Essays on Woman by Freda Mary Oben    This Summer, give your teens an unshakeable faith that will last a lifetime. Summit Ministries' Student Conferences give students reasons to trust the biblical foundation you have laid for them. Students will wrestle through the hard questions as they build an unshakeable faith. Register for a two-week session in Colorado or Georgia. Use code STRONGWOMEN24 for an exclusive discount.  Learn more at www.summit.org/strongwomen.   The Strong Women Podcast is a product of the Colson Center which equips Christians to live out their faith with clarity, confidence, and courage in this cultural moment. Through commentaries, podcasts, videos, and more, we help Christians better understand what's happening in the world, and champion what is true and good wherever God has called them.  Learn more about the Colson Center here: https://www.colsoncenter.org/   Visit our website and sign up for our email list so that you can stay up to date on what we are doing here and also receive our monthly journal: https://www.colsoncenter.org/strong-women  Join Strong Women on Social Media:   https://www.facebook.com/StrongWomenCC  https://www.facebook.com/groups/strongwomencommunitycc/  https://www.instagram.com/strongwomencc/ 

My guest today is Rick Mattson, a national apologetics specialist and evangelism coach with InterVarsity Christian Fellowship. He often does open “Q and A” sessions on college campuses in which he is asked for insights on how to understand LGBTQ+ issues in ways that embody both truth and love. We discuss some of what he shares on this important topic.   In this podcast we discuss: How LGBTQ issues come up in his conversations, and why it's close to his heart The importance of the larger narrative of Scripture in understanding human sexuality and flourishing The relation of this issue to the Trinity How both the physical and spiritual ramifications of the Fall are often neglected in this conversation How to understand the idea that “God made me this way” How to understand the idea of a “gay Christian” Advice for Christian students with same-sex attraction The modern shift toward “expressive Individualism” underlying much of this conversation Finding the “middle way” between extreme views of human sexuality The centrality of spiritual disciplines in healthy friendships and sexuality How we frame conversations to open further LGBTQ discussions The importance of having appropriate expectations for our relationships How to not be bullied, or be bullies, in LGBTQ conversations What the loving thing to do is in specific situations regarding roommates or gender non-conforming dorms How to think about attending a gay friend's wedding How to think about the use of preferred pronouns A strategy to think through various other LGBTQ-related issues How the church can better prepare students to think through these issues How parents can better prepare students to think through these issues The hardest question he gets on this question on campus   Resources mentioned during our conversation: Rick Mattson's website Rick Mattson, Faith is Like Skydiving: And Other Memorable Images for Dialogue with Seekers and Skeptics Rick Mattson, Witness in the Academy: A Guide for Graduate Students, Faculty, and Those Who Minister With Them Rick's blog posts on “LGBT+” Carl Trueman, Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution Carl Trueman, The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to the Sexual Revolution Summit Ministries “A Practical Guide to Navigating University Culture,” John Stonestreet on the College Faith podcast World View Academy “Why Christian Students Must Understand Their and Other's Worldviews,” Mike Schutt on the College Faith podcast “How to Choose a College,” David Wunder on the College Faith podcast Impact 360

A new MP3 sermon from Wilton Baptist Church is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Expressive Individualism at Christmas Speaker: Steve Harness Broadcaster: Wilton Baptist Church Event: Sunday Service Date: 12/10/2023 Bible: Matthew 2 Length: 39 min.

The Ride Home with John & Kathy! Buckle in for a Monday full! Like… GUEST Greg Clugston ... SRN News White House Correspondent Manufactured Children: the future? ... GUEST Dr Carl R Trueman ... Dept of Biblical & Religious Studies at Grove City College, where he teaches courses on the history of religious thought ... author of the new book, "Strange New World: How Thinkers & Activists Redefined Identity & the Sexual Revolution,” along with “The Rise & Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, & the Road to Sexual Revolution" Life after Tim ... GUEST Kath Keller Thanks for riding with us on The Ride Home with John & Kathy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Unseen Leadership Podcast, Chandler Vannoy and Dan Iten are joined by Spence Shelton, the lead pastor of Mercy Church in Charlotte, North Carolina. Shelton discusses the challenges and mistakes he has made as a church planter and shares valuable insights and advice for leaders in the church and ministry context. He emphasizes the importance of humility, courage, and listening to others in leadership, drawing on his background in the business world to inform his approach to ministry. QUOTES FROM EPISODE 82 “Working in the marketplace really helped me to not only know the experience but also think well through the programming of our church and how are we equipping the saints for ministry where they are.” – Spence Shelton “There is a level of professionalism that I want to bring to our ministry, but not for the sake of looking polished. Rather, I want them to feel like they can trust their church and there's a level of professionalism that communicates trust.” – Spence Shelton “Find a relationship where there's somebody who's got some experience and let them call out what they see God doing in your life.” – Spence Shelton “One of the biggest lessons I've had to learn in my leadership as well as my character development is having to take my hands off of more and more things and trust the people that God has called into leading alongside me and under my leadership.” – Spence Shelton “Your job is to equip the saints for ministry and if you try and control the saints instead of equip them, that vision is never going to become a reality.” – Spence Shelton If I don't keep my fingers off what my staff is doing, they're going to feel like they're being micromanaged, and they can't lead. Plus, young leaders can't be developed if old leaders are gripping their ministry.” – Spence Shelton “Empower your people, equip them, and release them for ministry. Don't try and micromanage them and control them.” – Spence Shelton “A little bit of experience is way worse than no experience. A little bit of experience is way more dangerous than no experience.” – Spence Shelton “Be willing to fail because if you don't, you're not going to risk anything. People need vision and vision is a risk so be willing to fail. But, in all things, have humility.” – Spence Shelton “If you have humility, then you will take courageous risks that will be surrounded by wisdom because you'll be listening to others and everything else.” – Spence Shelton The biggest misconception I had about leadership was that my ideas would be enough. If I just had good ideas, that'd be enough. Now, ideas are important. Vision is important. But relationships matter. You will not get far just on an idea. Especially in ministry, you're not going to get far as a leader unless you're a servant leader.” – Spence Shelton RECOMMENDED RESOURCES The Emotionally Healthy Leader: How Transforming Your Inner Life Will Deeply Transform Your Church, Team, and the World by Peter Scazzero The Reformed Pastor: The Duties and Methods of Labors for the Souls of Men by Richard Baxter The Art of War by Sun Tzu The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution by Carl R. Trueman Dangerous Calling: Confronting the Unique Challenges of Pastoral Ministry by Paul David Tripp The Culture Code: The Secrets of Highly Successful Groups by Daniel Coyle

The Ride Home with John & Kathy! Buckle in for a Monday full! Like… This Week in the Nation's Capitol (Gov't shutdown averted for now ... + ... House Speaker to face ouster attempt ... + ... Dem allies unhappy with 'Bidenomics' emphasis by Biden campaign ... + ... Trump in NY court today for civil fraud case) ... GUEST Greg Clugston ... SRN News White House Correspondent. The Battle for the Body... GUEST Dr Carl R Trueman ... Department of Biblical & Religious Studies at Grove City College, where he teaches courses on the history of religious thought ... author of the new book, "Strange New World: How Thinkers & Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution,” along with “The Rise & Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, & the Road to Sexual Revolution" Why Not to Be a Minimalist: Minimalism Symposium: Stories of more and less... GUEST Dr Christine Jeske ... professor of cultural anthropology at Wheaton College ... She is the author of 3 books, including the latest, "The Laziness Myth: Narratives of Work and the Good Life in South Africa” Railroads ... GUEST Ralph Crewe ... Head Writer & Producer for Practical Engineering and co-boss of Nerd Nite Pittsburgh ... a generally Curious Person. Thanks for riding with us on The Ride Home with Kathy.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary interacts with Carl Trueman's newest books about "expressive individualism" and the modern "truth" of the interior self. This is one of the primary philosophies driving political and social policy and it is nothing more than sin masquerading as reality. However, the fact that will not be tolerated is that there is one revealed objective Truth. Read Carl Trueman's article here: https://www.crossway.org/articles/what-does-it-mean-to-be-your-true-self/

Tropical Storm Hilary shut Los Angeles down like Covid… for what amounted to heavy rainfall.  People believe the news rather than what they see with their own eyes.  Inspired by Carl Trueman's book: The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution… Dennis and Julie discuss the age of feelings and gender confusion.  Does a future with A.I. scare you?  Stalin, Mao, the evils of communism …we have it so good… people can't even be bothered to hear about atrocities.  We are unable to deal with tragedies and have discomfort when confronting sad realities…  i.e., interacting with people with disabilities.  Dennis laments the horrors of the Russian civil war… ignorance is no excuse… if you do not hate communism, you do not understand the evil of it.  Other topics include: race hoaxes; Prager U in schools; Ideologies are luxuries; Carol Swain's new book The Adversity of Diversity; non-existent microaggressions; good and evil is everything.Music: Straight to the Point c 2022Richard Friedman Music Publishing 100%Richard Friedman Writers 100%ASCAP (PRO)IPI128741568RichardFriedmanMusic.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tropical Storm Hilary shut Los Angeles down like Covid… for what amounted to heavy rainfall.  People believe the news rather than what they see with their own eyes.  Inspired by Carl Trueman's book: The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution… Dennis and Julie discuss the age of feelings and gender confusion.  Does a future with A.I. scare you?  Stalin, Mao, the evils of communism …we have it so good… people can't even be bothered to hear about atrocities.  We are unable to deal with tragedies and have discomfort when confronting sad realities…  i.e., interacting with people with disabilities.  Dennis laments the horrors of the Russian civil war… ignorance is no excuse… if you do not hate communism, you do not understand the evil of it.  Other topics include: race hoaxes; Prager U in schools; Ideologies are luxuries; Carol Swain's new book The Adversity of Diversity; non-existent microaggressions; good and evil is everything.Music: Straight to the Point c 2022Richard Friedman Music Publishing 100%Richard Friedman Writers 100%ASCAP (PRO)IPI128741568RichardFriedmanMusic.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why I became an American Citizen ... GUEST Dr Carl R Trueman ... Department of Biblical & Religious Studies at Grove City College, where he teaches courses on the history of religious thought ... author of the new book, "Strange New World: How Thinkers & Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution,” along with “The Rise & Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, & the Road to Sexual Revolution" Under the Wings of God: 20 Biblical Reflections for a Deeper Faith (new book: Ch 14) ... GUEST Dr Cornelius (Neal) Plantinga ... senior research fellow at the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship and president emeritus of Calvin Theological Seminary in Grand Rapids, Mich ... author of many books, incl the Christianity Today Book Award winners “Not the Way It's Supposed to Be,” “Engaging God's World,” and “Reading for Preaching” Don't Execute People in Public ... GUEST Elizabeth Bruenig ... staff writer at The Atlantic ... She's written for the Washington Post & The NY Times, and was a staff writer at The New Republic ... (born and raised in Arlington, TX ... received her MPhil in Christian theology at the Univ of Cambridge, where she studied as a Marshall Scholar ... Previously, she was an editor for the Post's Outlook and PostEverything sections ... Her essays & reviews have appeared in The Post, The Nation, The Atlantic, The Boston Review, Jacobin Magazine, First Things, & many more ... She lives with her husband & kids in Wash DC)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sexuality has become the dominant cultural narrative of our day, and whatever you believe about issues regarding sexuality, we all have to admit how fast this change has occurred in our country. The church has not always responded well to this fast-paced, frantic reality. Some churches have begun to embrace the current sexual norms, while others have raged against them. What should the church do? In this opening sermon to the series, Pastor Scott addresses these issues while laying out a biblical paradigm that will serve as the framework for the rest of the series.

Guest: Alycia Wood, apologist with The C.S. Lewis Society   The C.S. Lewis Society was organized by Princeton University students in 1975, as a guest-speaker forum for the campus community to hear Christian scholars articulate a biblical perspective on topics of wide public concern.  After years of fruitful ministry, the Society was re-launched on the campus of Trinity College of Florida in 1988 as a fellowship of those committed to explaining and defending the Christian faith internationally. Our outreach has focused especially on university campuses and nations that are dominated by skeptical attitudes toward the core truths of Christianity.   What is a Woman? documentary by Matt Walsh - so many people ask Matt, “Why do you even care?” Alycia replies: We should, as Christians, grieve with those who grieve, care about those who are hurting and need help. The Western mindset is very individualistic…but the Eastern mindset includes the sense that what you do affects your family and the entire community! When others struggle with gender dysphoria and make decisions to transition, their decision does affect others - including you and me! God has designed us for community and we each have a responsibility to help others to the best of our ability - to speak truth in love is an important part of that responsibility.   Parents, consider these things if your son or daughter is talking about gender dysphoria: You are the parent, don't just let their “feelings” override the facts about their God-designed sexuality - dig into the issues they are facing, ask questions. Social media can be filled with destructive voices that fill the minds of young people with lies and deception - help your children learn to tune out false narratives and discern truth from fiction. Build your “support” group of like-minded, Christ-centered folks to do life with. For parents whose children are dealing with transgender ideology, Alycia recommends a group called 4thWaveNow (a community of people who question the medicalization of gender-atypical youth) for a challenging perspective. Get professional help for your child - someone who is actually going to deal with the mental health aspects, not just transition your children from their current gender to another!   Alycia recommends that you watch this powerful and very disturbing video from destransitioner Chloe Cole on the devastating effects of transgender surgery.   Alycia also recommends that you watch this video of Jordan Peterson speaking with detransitioner Chloe Cole about the harmful effects of transgender ideology.   You may have to switch schools (if you're not at PCA) or friend groups, etc. The “social contagion” aspect of this is real - change the environment and the narrative in which your child is swimming. Why I no longer use transgender pronouns - and why you shouldn't either - by Rosaria Butterfield - Article and Video   Alycia recommends Jordan Peterson's video interview of Miriam Grossman, M.D. called Parental Trauma in a World of Gender Insanity. The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution by Dr. Carl Trueman (or the shorter version of the same material: Strange New World).   Special shout out to Jared Wood for allowing us to use his music - check him out at JaredWoodMusic!

Hope you all are enjoying the Canada/Independence Day long weekend! We have a great new episode for you. Pastor Greg Bylsma joins us for this one as we chat about 'woke culture'. In a world gone woke, there seems to be many reasons to fear but Pastor Greg encourages us how to live for Christ in a time such as this. We chat about what 'woke' actually means, how the Church should deal with this and how individually as Christians we should engage with the world around us.  We hope this episode is as informative and encouraging for you as it was for us!  0:00 - Intro 4:30 - What is woke ideology  9:44 - Expressive Individualism  22:10 - Parsing through the truths 29:55 - Book Recommendations 32:00 - How should the church deal with this? 40:00 - How should we deal with this individually? 53:00 - Common lies we accept 56:00 - How should we prepare? 1:07:00 - Worry for the youth? 1:15:00 - Finding joy in suffering for Christ 1:17:00 - Withdraw or engage? 1:24:00 - Where do we go from here?   A BIG THANKS TO OUR OFFICIAL SPONSOR, TRIVAN! WE APPRECIATE YOU HELPING US MAKE THIS CONVERSATION POSSIBLE. BE SURE TO CHECK THEM OUT AT WWW.TRIVAN.COM  To keep up with the podcast, check out our website: https://www.realtalkpodcast.ca/ Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for updates, clips, and more!  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ReformedRealTalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reformedrealtalk/ We'd love to hear from you. Please send us your questions, comments, or other feedback at reformedrealtalk@gmail.com. Thanks for listening! If you liked what you heard, please share this podcast with your family and friends!

As Mother's Day approaches the corner, Nate has a roundtable discussion with some mothers of Calvary Monterey. Nate and ladies discuss some parenting methods, practical ways of mothering, insights to everyday life. We hope this episode gives great wisdom and biblical insight as you mother, prepare for motherhood, or glean for a mom you know. Follow Pastor Nate:Website: nateholdridge.comInstagram: @nateholdridgeChurch: calvary.comResources Mentioned in Today's Episode:Jump to Practical Ways to Mother - 1:12:35Matt Kehler Podcast on Expressive Individualism's Impact On ParentingDifferent Children, Different Needs: Understanding the Unique Personality of Your Child by Charles F. BoydThe Ministry of Motherhood: Following Christ's Example in Reaching the Hearts of Our Children by Sally ClarksonAge of Opportunity: A Biblical Guide to Parenting Teens by Paul David TrippMom Heart Moments: Daily Devotions for Lifegiving Motherhood by Sally ClarksonRaising Passionate Jesus Followers: The Power of Intentional Parenting by Phil and Diane ComerRaising Emotionally Strong Boys: Tools Your Son Can Build On for Life by David ThomasBoy Mom: What Your Son Needs Most from You by Monica Swanson

We speak about the concept of the Self, the different visions it embodies across the ages, and how this perspective managed to infiltrate the popular imagination. We also speak about Expressive Individualism, authenticity, technology, romanticism, and much more. Carl R. Trueman is a theologian and ecclesiastical historian, a professor of Biblical and Religious Studies at Grove City College, and the author of many books, including “The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self” and his newest book, “Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution.” --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aksubversive/message

Julie interviews Carl Trueman, Christian theologian and ecclesiastical historian, and author of The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution …his book: https://www.amazon.com/Rise-Triumph-Modern-Self-Individualism/dp/1433556332 Topics include: President Biden approves $8B drilling project in Alaska; Uganda proposes Anti-Gay Law with Prison Sentence Up to 10 years; President Joe Biden said that Governor Ron DeSantis' ban of transgender surgery for minors is "close to sinful"See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests: Tim Matthews and Jonathan Teague   Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution By Carl R. Trueman   Strange New World is an abbreviated edition of Dr. Trueman's longer book titled The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution   In this book, Dr. Trueman is going to examine how a person became a self, the self became sexualized, and sex became politicized.   SUMMARY: how the feelings of an individual have triumphed over the societal institutions (law, church, family, community), how objective truth has been eliminated, and how have we disassociated gender from biology. Chapter 7 The Sexual Revolution of the LGBTQ+   Of more immediate significance to our current situation, however, is the thought of Simone de Beauvoir, the French philosopher whose 1949 book, The Second Sex, is a foundational text for modern feminist theory. She opens the second part of that work with a dramatic and far-reaching statement: One is not born, but rather becomes, woman. No biological, psychic, or economic destiny defines the figure that the human female takes on in society; it is civilization as a whole that elaborates this intermediary product between the male and the eunuch that is called feminine.   DeBeauvoir makes a distinction between biology and what we now call gender. The whole idea of what it is to be a woman is a social construct, something that is not intrinsic to the female body. To use the language of a later gender theorist, Judith Butler, gender is a performance, a set of behaviors that society has come to expect from those who possess a certain kind of body.    The preamble of The Yogyakara Principles: Understanding “sexual orientation” to refer to each person's capacity for profound emotional, affectional and sexual aggraction to, and intimate and sexual relations with, individuals of a different gender or the same gender or more than one gender;  Understanding “gender identity” to refer to each person's deeply felt internal and individual experience of gender, which may or may not correspond with the sex assigned at birth, including the personal sense of the body (which may involved, if freely chosen, modification of bodily appearance or function by medical, surgical or other means) and other expressions of gender, including dress, speech and mannerisms.   Principle 3 Everyone has the right to recognition everywhere as a person before the law. Persons of diverse sexual orientations and gender identities shall enjoy legal capacity in all aspects of life. Each person's self-defined sexual orientation and gender identity is integral ot their personality and is one of the most basic aspects of self-determination, dignity and freedom   In plain terms, this calls for societies to recognize–that is, affirm, support, and protect–whatever subjective sexual identity any individual cares to affirm for themselves.   Chapter 8 Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness   While the speed of the sexual revolution has been shocking to many, perhaps the strangest and most disturbing developments over recent years have been the ways in which freedoms once considered to be self-evident goods - of speech and of religion - are now under pressure in many Western democracies. This is something both unexpected and sinister.   United States v Windsor (2013) - challenge of DOMA - the court saw the objections to gay marriage as being grounded in what is technically termed constitutional animus or, to put the same idea in more colloquial terms, irrational bigotry.   Windsor provided the immediate legal background to Obergefell v Hodges (2015) - legalization of same-sex marriage…   Casey (1992) decision from Justice Kennedy: At the heart of liberty is the right to define one's own concept of existence, of meaning, of the universe, and of the mystery of human life. Beliefs about these matters could not define the attributes of personhood were they formed under compulsion of the State.   For example, when the Christian objects of homosexuality, he may well think he is objecting to a set of sexual desires or sexual practices. But the gay man sees those desires as part of who he is in his very essence.   What Marcuse is calling for here is the censoring of speech as a means of moving society toward a more just and equitable state.   Chapter 9 Strangers in This Strange New World   The era when Christians could disagree with the broader convictions of the secular world and yet still find themselves respected as decent members of society at large is coming to an end.   First, we need to examine ourselves, individually and corporately, to see in what ways we have compromised the gospel with the spirit of this age. Then, we need to repent, call out to the Lord for grace, and seek to reform our beliefs, attitudes, intuitions, and practices accordingly.    Second, an awareness of our complicity should cultivate a level of humility in how we engage with those with whom we disagree on these matters.   Third, to be aware of our complicity at least allows us to engage in the future in appropriate self-criticism and self-policing on such issues.   Justin Martyr - did not spend time denouncing the evils of the emperor - rather, they argued positively that Christians make the best citizens, the best parents, the best servants, the best neighbors, the best employees…   Augustine - The City of God - Christians could and should be good citizens to the extent that their higher commitment to God allowed them to do so.   In short, we can stand strong in this cultural moment and address the specific challenges we face only if our foundations in God's truth are broad and deep.   This means that the chaotic nature of our times is no excuse for abandoning the church's task of teaching her people the whole counsel of God.   The church also needs to recover natural law and a theology of the body.  

Guests: Tim Matthews and Jonathan Teague   Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution By Carl R. Trueman   Strange New World is an abbreviated edition of Dr. Trueman's longer book titled The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution   In this book, Dr. Trueman is going to examine how a person became a self, the self became sexualized, and sex became politicized.   Chapter 5 The Revolt of the Masses   Technology also reinforces the focus on the individual, and upon individual satisfactions.   To this we might add the observation of Yuval Levin concerning the reversal in the understanding of the purpose of institutions that characterizes our present age: We have moved, roughly speaking, from thinking of institutions as molds that shape people's character and habits towards seeing them as platforms that allow people to be themselves and to display themselves before a wider world.   We can express this more bluntly: institutions are no longer authoritative places of formation but of performance.   Dan - some parents see their role not as an authority figure, but as a facilitator to allow your children be whatever they want to be. Many people don't regard science/biology as being authoritative in terms of gender and sexuality, just because a “doctor” says you're a boy, doesn't make you a boy - that's the mindset of a growing group today!   Dan - difference between reforming institutions and rejecting institutions. If you reject these institutions, what do you replace them with?   To use a distinction deployed by philosopher Roger Scruton, pornography is about bodies, not faces. If sex is just about my pleasure, any body will do as a partner. But in a marriage, the specific identity of the sexual partners is critical. The purpose of sex is not to have sex but to make love, to reinforce a relationship with a particular person–or, to use Scruton's terminology, with a face, not just with a body. Chapter 6 Plastic People, Liquid World   “Contours of the MODERN SELF” - the emphasis on the authority of our inner feelings; the centrality of sexual desire to this; the way in which this is now a political and not merely a personal matter; and the various cultural and technological factors that have also served to promote this way of understanding the self.   Plastic people - those who believe they can make and remake themselves at will   Liquid world - to borrow a phrase from Karl Marx, all that is solid seems continually to melt into air.   This highlights the fact that human beings do not simply wish to be free. We also wish to belong, to be part of a group where we are accepted and affirmed.   Now we are free to choose the narrative to which we wish to belong, the imagined community that will provide us with our identity and purpose. We can focus on those narratives that make us feel good and that confirm our chosen view of the world and ignore those that present challenges to this. Jonathan - if self is god, then my experience becomes my gospel   Modern American society is fragmenting because the imagined communities to which people choose to belong lack any shared narrative. Therefore, the terms of recognition that one group wishes to see American society adopt are often antithetical to those of others.  

Guests: Tim Matthews and Jonathan Teague   Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution By Carl R. Trueman   Strange New World is an abbreviated edition of Dr. Trueman's longer book titled The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution   In this book, Dr. Trueman is going to examine how a person became a self, the self became sexualized, and sex became politicized.   Chapter 3 Prometheus Unbound   Dan's comment: where/how did we get rid of objective truth (God as the standard for truth)?   Jonathan's comment: these ideas are not thousands of years in the past - many of the ideas still popular today are heavily influenced by Marx and Nietzsche   Tim's comment: these ideologies are not helpful, they are harmful!   Karl Marx The foundation of irreligious criticism is: Man makes religion, religion does not make man. Religion is the sigh of the oppressed creature, the heart of a heartless world and the soul of soulless conditions. It is the opium of the people.The abolition of religion as the illusory happiness of the people is the demand for their real happiness.   Religion is a sign of intellectual weakness in its adherents and a means of social oppression for its proponents. Further, freedom can be achieved only by the abolition of religion.   Friedrich Nietzsche “Whither is God?” he cried: “I will tell you. We have killed him–you and I.” God is dead.   Dan's comment: If God is dead, then we are free from all moral constraints. We might express Nietzsche's thought this way: freed from the burden of being creatures of God, human beings must rise to the challenge of self-creation, of being whoever they choose to be. Put perhaps even more bluntly: be whoever or whatever works for you. You should feel no obligation to conform to the standards or criteria of anybody else.   Chapter 4 Sexualizing Psychology, Politicizing Sex   Tim's comment: your sexuality, while important, is such a shallow measure of your total human existence and being.   …sexual desire has emerged in the last one hundred years as a primary category for understanding our identity. In biblical times or in ancient Greece, sex was regarded as something that human beings did; today it is considered to be something vital to who human beings are.   Sigmund Freud First, the notion that sex is foundational to human happiness is central to Freud's thinking.   So, seeking pleasure and avoiding pain are key to the definition of happiness. And where is the greatest pleasure to be found? Freud is in no doubt: Man's discovery that sexual (genital) love afforded him the strongest experiences of satisfaction and in fact provided him with the prototype of all happiness, must have suggested to him that he should continue to seek the satisfaction of happiness in his life along the path of sexual relations and that he should make genital erotism the central point of his life.   When we add to this that Freud also saw sexual desire as existing from infancy, the point is further reinforced: our identities as human beings are in a very important sense fundamentally defined by our sexual desires.   The fulfilled life is a sexually fulfilled life.   Wilhelm Reich In plain English, the sexual morality of Reich's day is designed to reinforce the structure and authority of the traditional family. The social function of the traditional family is to raise children who are instinctively obedient to a strong authoritarian (father) figure–in Reich's eyes, a figure such as Hitler.   The point is clear: sexual codes must be shattered if human beings are to be truly free. Those things that inhibit the free sexual expression, even of young children, are oppressive and prevent individuals from truly being themselves.

You do you. Is that always a good idea? This phrase is the hallmark of an expressive individualist culture. But is it true? Is it in line with what scripture teaches? And is it good for our culture in the long run?Greg mentions The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution by Carl TruemanGreg references our episode on Institutions and the Role of Culture. Greg references his sermon last week on the Master of the House. For more information on this podcast, visit podcast.fellowshipknox.org  You can also e-mail questions or topic ideas to offstage@fellowshipknox.org   

Carl Trueman is professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College in Grove City, Pennsylvania. He has written more than a dozen books, including Histories and Fallacies: Problems Faced in the Writing of History, Luther on the Christian Life, The Creedal Imperative, and The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self: Cultural Amnesia, Expressive Individualism, and the Road to Sexual Revolution. Follow Zuby - https://twitter.com/zubymusic Follow Carl - https://www.firstthings.com/featured-author/carl-r-trueman Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.to/zubypodcast Support Zuby on Locals - https://teamzuby.locals.com Support Zuby on Patreon - https://patreon.com/zubymusic Special thanks to GOLD TIER Patreon members: Matt Gallagher, Libbie Richardson, Edwin Chiang, Paul Pugh, Todd Weyl, Destiny Hillhouse & OnlineBookClub.org Get Zuby's children's book 'The Candy Calamity' - http://candycalamity.com Get Zuby's fitness book 'Strong Advice: Zuby's Guide to Fitness For Everybody' - https://teamzuby.com/products/strong-advice-zubys-guide-to-fitness-for-everybody Website - https://zubymusic.com Online Store - https://teamzuby.com