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The Bible begins with a garden, and it ends with a garden. In the first garden, Adam and Eve sinned and what they received and what we inherited was a curse. To Eve and all her daughters, God said: I will greatly multiply your pain in childbirth, in pain you shall deliver children; yet your desire will be for your husband, and he shall rule over you (Gen. 3:16). To Adam and all his sons, God said: Cursed is the ground because of you; with hard labor you shall eat from it all the days of your life. Both thorns and thistles it shall grow for you; yet you shall eat the plants of the field; by the sweat of your face you shall eat bread, until you return to the ground, because from it you were taken; for you are dust, and to dust you shall return (Gen. 3:1719). Essentially, what the curse would produce for them was the kind of suffering that sticks. What do I mean by characterizing the curse with the kind of pain that sticks with you? If you have ever suffered from nerve pain, you know from experience the kind of pain I am talking about. There are some prescription medications that can help numb you to the pain, but nerve pain is very difficult to treat. If you have had sciatica, any form of back pain, a pinched nerve, or anything of that nature, you have experienced the kind of pain that sticks. Sometime ago I read a quote from someone who said, Our first parents bit into the forbidden fruit and our teeth have ached ever since. That person was not referring to the kind of ache you might experience when you bit into something cold or hard, no... the kind of ache is the one I experienced after having all four impacted wisdom teeth taken out of my jaw in my late 20s. The curse has left us with a kind of aching that sticks and is with us until our final breath, and it is this ache that leaves us with tears. Tears over our broken world, tears over a relationship, tears over wayward children, tears over the hurt and damage caused by parents, tears over the problems sin causes in our world and to our own selves. The House that Adam and Eve Had Adam and Eve enjoyed the presence of God in a Garden that was not at all dissimilar to the tabernacle the Israelites set up and tore down as they journeyed in the wilderness, nor was it unlike the temple Solomon built after Davids death. The tabernacle and temple were designed as a model to reflect Eden as the house of the Lord. What Adam and Eve had in the garden was a gift from God that included the presence of God; In his excellent book, The Warrior Savior, Owen Strachan wrote of Eden, From the start, God sought faithfulness on the part of his people through testing. He gave them a forest-garden overflowing with beauty and gladness, trees spilling unblemished fruit, but he also gave them a prohibitionone delivered under the starkest terms: death from disobedience.[1] The tabernacle and the temple served to remind Gods people not only of the beauty of Eden but the promise that His people would one day be where He is... in His presence. So, when David wrote the last line in Psalm 23, it was the promise of God to restore what was lost in Eden that he had his heart and eyes set upon. To be in the house of the Lord is to be with the Lord. David does not have a building in mind here, but to be in the presence of God. The house of the Lord is not a structure but wherever it is that He dwells. What made the loss of Eden so devastating and catastrophic was not Adam and Eves expulsion from the garden, but that they were driven away from the presence of God. In other words, what made Eden home was the presence of God not the other things that were a part of Edens beauty. Before Adam and Eve were driven outside of the garden, God cursed the snake and promised the first couple that things would not stay cursed because He would send a Deliverer to reverse the curse of sin. The serpent entered Gods house (the Garden) and enticed Eve and her husband to doubt God and question both His goodness and faithfulness! In the garden the crafty and cunning snake spoke: Has God really said, You shall not eat from any tree of the garden? Eve replied: From the fruit of the trees of the garden we may eat; but from the fruit of the tree which is in the middle of the garden, God has said, You shall not eat from it or touch it, or you will die (Gen. 3:23). The serpent then went in for the strike: You certainly will not die! For God knows that on the day you eat from it your eyes will be opened, and you will become like God, knowing good and evil (Gen. 3:45). Adam and Eve succumbed to Satans temptation and bit into the forbidden fruit, but that is not how the story ends! God found the couple and He spoke to the great serpent what is a promise to all mankind: And I will make enemies of you and the woman, and of your offspring and her Descendant; He shall bruise you on the head, and you shall bruise Him on the heel (Gen. 3:15). Strachan observes: In Genesis 3, the snake spoke first. But the snake did not have the last word in Eden, just as the devil will not have the last word in history. Strachan continues: When God shows up, the hiding stops, and justice rolls down.... the God who comes to earth is not only pursuing a mission of justice. This God is, even more, about to unleash a great rolling flood of mercy.[2] It is the promise of a better Eden through the promise of a snake-stomping redeemer that David had in mind when he wrote: Certainly goodness and faithfulness will follow me all the days of my life, and my dwelling will be in the house of the Lord forever (v. 6). Who can guide me, who can restore me, who will keep me, who will bless me, and who is it that loves me? It is the Lord of the 23rd Psalm and He will lead me to the place where I will be able to see Him face-to-face in His house forever. The House that We are Promised We have seen over and over again throughout this series that the Lord of the 23rd Psalm is Jesus the Good Shepherd, for He said of Himself: I am the good shepherd, and I know My own, and My own know Me, just as the Father knows Me and I know the Father; and I lay down My life for the sheep (John 10:14-15). The serpent is a thief, and Jesus said of him: The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I came so that they would have life, and have it abundantly (John 10:10). The 23rd Psalm is the promise of the abundant life that can only be experienced through the good shepherd. The abundant life includes the table He has prepared before me in the presence of my enemies (v. 5a). The abundant life is to have His favor in the form of the oil He has anointed my head with and the cup he has placed in my hand that is overflowing with His blessing! This is what Paul meant when he wrote Ephesians 1:3, Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ... The cup of Gods favor is Ephesians 1:7, In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our wrongdoings, according to the riches of His grace. Now, think again what it is that the 23rd Psalm is saying to those of us who have been found by the good shepherd. The good shepherd leads me: The Lord is my shepherd, I will not be in need. He lets me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters. The good shepherd restores me: He restores my soul; He guides me in the paths of righteousness for the sake of His name. The good shepherd keeps me: Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me. The good shepherd blesses me: You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; You have anointed my head with oil; my cup overflows. The good shepherd loves me: Certainly goodness and faithfulness will follow me all the days of my life, and my dwelling will be in the house of the Lord forever. What does this all mean? There are no green pastures or quiet waters without Jesus leading you. There is no restoration for your soul or the righteousness you need apart from Jesus as your guide. There is no walking THROUGH the valley of deep darkness apart from Jesus keeping and guarding you. There is no blessing and treasuring of God upon you without Jesus. Finally, there is no goodness, faithfulness, and a better Eden apart from the God who loved you so much that He sent His one and only Son! Why did David long to dwell in the house of the Lord? What is it that makes heaven great? For what reasons does the promise of a better Eden outweigh all the sorrows of this world? These questions have nothing to do with the place and location of the house of the Lord, heaven, a new and better Eden, but everything to do with the One who is in the House David longed to dwell, heaven, and the new and better Eden. When Jesus prayed hours before His crucifixion, He prayed this: Father, I desire that they also, whom You have given Me, be with Me where I am, so that they may see My glory which You have given Me, for You loved Me before the foundation of the world (John 17:24). This is one of the reasons Jesus assured His disciples: In My Fathers house are many rooms; if that were not so, I would have told you, because I am going there to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I am coming again and will take you to Myself, so that where I am, there you also will be (John 14:23). For David, the blessing of being in the house of the Lord forever was that he would be with the Good Shepherd forever. In his commentary on Psalm 23, James Johnston commented on this very point: Take away the people and a house becomes a sad and empty place. The joy of Heaven is not mansions or streets of gold. Jesus is the joy of Heaven. It will be home because he is there.[3] The Better House that David Longed For For starters, what we know from verse six is that it is certainly ours, which means that without any doubt, for those of us whose shepherd is Jesus, our dwelling will be with him. How long will our dwelling be with Him? The answer is simple: Forever. What is the House that we will dwell in forever, besides the fact that it is the Lords house? It is the restoration of what was lost in the first Eden, but better! It is the city that Davids great, great, great grandfather longed to receive, for we are told from the book of Hebrews: By faith Abraham, when he was called, obeyed by going out to a place which he was to receive for an inheritance; and he left, not knowing where he was going. By faith he lived as a stranger in the land of promise, as in a foreign land, living in tents with Isaac and Jacob, fellow heirs of the same promise; for he was looking for the city which has foundations, whose architect and builder is God (Heb. 11:810). Abraham was looking for a city not made with human hands because he longed for the same thing David longed for in Psalm 23:6. The house of the Lord is the city that belongs to the Christian: For here we do not have a lasting city, but we are seeking the city which is to come (Heb. 13:14). We will receive the city we are looking and longing for when God makes all things new once and for all. It is the thing that Paul wrote about in Romans eight, For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worthy to be compared with the glory that is to be revealed to us. For the eagerly awaiting creation waits for the revealing of the sons and daughters of God. For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of Him who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself also will be set free from its slavery to corruption into the freedom of the glory of the children of God. (Rom. 8:1821) The house of the Lord that David was looking forward to spending forever in is a resurrected and redeemed earth free from the curse of sin. The Bible is full of images describing what it will be like to live in a resurrected earth free of the curse of sin. In Revelation 21, we are told that when God does make all things new and we inherit the city He has promised us, He will wipe away every tear from their eyes; and there will no longer be any death; there will no longer be any mourning, or crying, or pain; the first things have passed away (Rev. 21:4). On that day, we will see God face to face in the same way that Adam and Eve did; here is what we are told in Revelation 21:3, Behold, the tabernacle of God is among the people, and He will dwell among them, and they shall be His people, and God Himself will be among them... God will wipe away our tears because there will be no curse to cause them ever again. The new earth will be like the Garden of Eden but better; it will also be like heaven today, but better. We will enjoy physical bodies and a physical planet where the veil that shields our complete interaction of all that is spiritual will be pulled back. We will walk with angels; enjoy a full and perfect creation that will include trees, mountains, and rivers. There will be one City the City of God where we will be able to go in and out. We will run through the forests, climb mountains, eat amazing food, run barefoot through the prairies, enjoy the light of something more powerful and radiant than the sun. We will dwell on a new earth that will never again know the cold of night, but the light of a day illuminated by the Glory of God. But understand this: none of it will be worth it if our Triune God is not there! Listen, we will dwell in the house of the Lord forever because of the certainty of His goodness and faithfulness that pursues His sheep. [1] Owen Strachan, The Warrior Savior (Phillipsburg, NY: PR Publishing; 2024), 3. [2] Ibid., 6-7. [3] James A. Johnston, Preaching the Word: The Psalms: Rejoice, the Lord Is KingPsalms 1 to 41, ed. R. Kent Hughes, vol. 1, Preaching the Word (Wheaton, IL: Crossway, 2015), 251.
On today's program: Mark Harris, U.S. Representative for North Carolina's 8th District, discusses President Trump's draft budget, the latest on reconciliation, and the White House's launch of the religious liberty commission. Behnam Ben Taleblu,
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On today's program: Glenn Grothman, U.S. Representative for Wisconsin's 6th District, discusses the latest on the Ukraine-Russia war and courts that are blocking the Trump administration's policies on transgenders in the military, USAID, and
Send us a textAre we in a uniquely pivotal moment for Christians to shape culture? As interest in the Bible and openness to Christianity seem to be on the rise, believers might have a unique window of opportunity to disciple the nations. But how should we approach this exciting challenge?Today, we sit down with well-known author, speaker, and podcaster, Alisa Childers to go over the three predominant approaches to Christian cultural engagement, as outlined by theologian Owen Strachan in his clarifying article, “One ‘Holy Nation' in Christ: Christian Nationalism in Historical and Theological Perspective.” You'll hear us wrestle with each approach's pitfalls. Could there be another way? Hear Alisa share her perspective on whether a “fourth way” exists—one that remains faithful to Scripture while effectively influencing society as a whole.Join us for a thought-provoking and relevant discussion on faith, culture, and the role of Christians in our exciting contemporary moment.View the transcript, leave comments, and check out recommended resources on the Episode Landing Page!
Last November, we attended Dr. Owen Strachan's fiery presentation at ETS. So naturally, we immediately introduced ourselves and tried to get him on our podcast. We will be talking about the manosphere phenomenon and his thoughts for what it means to be a Christian man.
Last November, we attended Dr. Owen Strachan's fiery presentation at ETS. So naturally, we immediately introduced ourselves and tried to get him on our podcast. We will be talking about the manosphere phenomenon and his thoughts for what it means to be a Christian man.
Last Road Trip DL for 2024 coming from Holbrook, Arizona this evening. Started off looking at Joel Webbon's defense both of "anons" and using them to mock people "right off X," naming Owen Strachan as an example. Then we discussed the encounter between Wes Huff, a Christian scholar and apologist, and Billy Carson, an Internet "influencer" of some kind, and Carson's claims that Jesus was not crucified, etc.
On today's program, hosted by Jody Hice: Chip Roy, U.S. Representative for the 21st District of Texas, gives an update on the latest regarding the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and the "Draft our Daughters" provision within the Senate
As America slides further from its Judeo-Christian moorings, election season's are filled with vitriol and it can be difficult to discern what's from the Bible and what's for the ballot. Join us for an encouraging discussion on faith, family, and freedom with Dr. Owen Strachan, best-selling author and senior director of the Dobson Culture Center.Follow Dr. Strachan Twitter/X @ostrachanInstagram @profstrachan The Dobson Culture Centerhttps://www.drjamesdobson.org/culture-center Voting and the Church: Why Christians Engage the Public Square by Dr. Owen Strachan:https://www.drjamesdobson.org/voting-and-the-church-ebookChat with Bre on Instagram @datenightwiththewoods Follow Tony on Instagram @drtonygwood For videos, old episodes, blog posts, events, and more www.datenightfam.org
Today on Family Talk, Dr. Owen Strachan concludes his spirited discussion with author and speaker, Allie Beth Stuckey, about her book, Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion. They discuss the victim mentality that all too often plays a part for those wanting to believe the lie and give way to their feelings to justify their sin. As Christians, we are called to be more like Jesus, who is, as Dr. Strachan explains, the perfect blend of truth and love. Ephesians 4:15 says, speaking the truth in love, we will grow to become in every respect the mature body of him who is the head, that is, Christ. Tune in and be encouraged as Allie challenges us not to become unmoored from biblical truth and objective reality. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
There is nothing in life that cannot be tested against biblical Truth without resulting in the principles of Scripture providing a solid foundation that you can stand on! On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. Owen Strachan talks with author and speaker, Allie Beth Stuckey, about her new book entitled, Toxic Empathy: How Progressives Exploit Christian Compassion. You'll be encouraged as Allie defines toxic empathy and highlights the difference between that and biblical truth. 2 Timothy 3:16-17 says, All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for teaching, rebuking, correcting and training in righteousness, so that the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
On today's edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer concludes his riveting discussion with Dr. Owen Strachan about his e-book, Voting and the Church: Why Christians Engage the Public Square. They discuss how we, as believers, need to learn from our past, such as the Civil War or the WWII era when 6 million Jews, Polish people and others were killed. We cannot avert our eyes from the immoral darkness going on around us and hope it goes away. Hear more about the role you can play by voting and letting your voice be heard. As Dr. Strachan states, We are going through a God-given test and the Church must wake up, put her boots on and get to work! To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Today on Family Talk, Gary Bauer speaks with Dr. Owen Strachan, senior director of the Dobson Culture Center, about his new e-book entitled, Voting and the Church: Why Christians Engage the Public Square. Dr. Strachan reminds us of the great blessing we have to be able to participate in a political system and specifically, have the ability to vote! Tune in and be challenged to examine your heart and ensure that you are not taking this God-given privilege for granted. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the importance of raising boys and girls according to biblical principles, emphasizing the distinct roles of men and women as complementary yet unique. He explores the significance of grounding parenting in scripture, the essence of biblical manhood and womanhood, and the necessity of instilling a sense of trust in marriage. Strachan also highlights the importance of understanding one's body as a gift from God and the goodness of distinctiveness in gender roles, encouraging parents to actively engage in their children's upbringing with prayer and intentionality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, Owen Strachan sits down with Costi Hinn to talk about strategies to effectively wage war against pornography, which is one of Satan's biggest tools to lure people to the destruction that sexual sin brings and has become increasingly prevalent in this generation.
On this episode of The Happy Women Podcast, Katie Gorka interviews Megan Basham about her book 'Shepherds for Sale: How Evangelical Leaders Traded the Truth for a Leftist Agenda'. They discuss topics such as illegal immigration, COVID-19, and critical race theory. Megan exposes how evangelical leaders have been influenced by left-wing power brokers and have embraced progressive policies. She highlights the hypocrisy and divisiveness within the church and the impact it has on ordinary Christians. Megan's book, along with others like Voddie Baucham's 'Fault Lines' and Owen Strachan's work, aims to expose the corruption and bring about change.Support the show: https://www.sebgorka.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Author Jim Ramos joins Dr. Owen Strachan discuss the importance of helping men grow in godliness and the challenges they face in admitting their need for help. Jim also addresses the cultural narratives that portray men as oppressors and the importance of bringing truth and compassion in addressing these issues. He highlights the role of men as protectors and the need to reclaim a healthy understanding of masculinity. They also highlight the importance of hard work and discipline in shaping boys into strong and responsible men. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the recent claim made by Darryl Cooper on Tucker Carlson's podcast that Winston Churchill was a psychopath and the chief villain of World War II. Strachan challenges this revisionist and deconstructionist take on Churchill, arguing that it is driven by critical theory. He emphasizes the importance of seeking truth and understanding historical narratives grounded in facts. Owen defends Churchill as the defender of the West and highlights his role in rallying the British people and saving the West from the Nazis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the importance of free speech and how it is under fire today. Christians need to understand the opposing visions of free speech in America today and support free speech, even speech they disagree with. The gospel has gone out powerfully where speech is free, and Christians should strive to preserve and protect free speech in order to continue proclaiming the gospel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the controversy surrounding an ad for New St. Andrew's College in Moscow, Idaho that promotes the usage of the middle finger. He emphasizes the need for Christians to be distinct from the world and to adhere to biblical teachings on wholesome speech. He calls for carefulness and courage in the Christian life, rejecting the idea that desperate times call for only courageous men and emphasizing the need for men who are both courageous and careful. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Owen Strachan discusses a controversial video released by New St. Andrew's College in Moscow, Idaho. He addresses the use of unwholesome speech and graphic language in the video and emphasizes the importance of holiness and biblical boundaries in communication. Owen also explores the need for a joyful countercultural spirit and the dangers of getting caught up in foolish controversies. He calls for repentance and a focus on the gospel as the means of forgiveness and transformation.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Evangelism is a key priority for Christians, but many struggle to actually engage in it. Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by the President of Living Waters, E.Z. Zwayne, and they discuss the importance of reframing evangelism as an act of worship and gratitude. They emphasize the need to center evangelism on God and His love for sinners. They also highlight the importance of compassion and genuine care for the people we are evangelizing. Owen and EZ conclude with practical advice for churches to start evangelizing and resources available through Living Waters Ministries.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
President of Living Waters, E.Z. Zwayne, joins Dr. Owen Strachan discuss the importance of biblical manhood and the need for men to fight for righteousness and purity. They highlight the challenges men face in today's society and the lack of clarity on what it means to be a man. E.Z. Zwayne shares insights from his book, 'Fight Like a Man,' which provides a battle plan for personal purity. He emphasizes the value of aligning with God's values, repentance, and the power of the gospel in overcoming sexual temptation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Vanessa Sivadge, a Christian nurse, joins Dr. Owen Strachan and shares her story of being fired from Texas Children's Hospital for opposing wrongful procedures done to minors. She exposed the hospital's use of Medicaid to cover cross-sex hormones and puberty blockers for children, which violated Texas Medicaid policy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Democratic National Convention has revealed the radical leftist agenda of the Democratic Party, particularly in regards to issues like abortion. Dr. Owen Strachan believes that as Christians, we need to take stock of where things are and engage in political matters to promote what is good and restrain what is evil. We should not be swayed by the lies fed to us by the left, such as the idea that we can be pro-life in an all-of-life way or that the government will make everything right. We must stand for religious liberty, uphold biblical sexuality and identity, and support limited government and the free market.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Thomas Bilney, a forgotten reformer of the English Reformation, played a crucial role in igniting the spark of the Reformation in England. Despite not leaving behind a body of writing, Bilney's influence was significant. In this episode of Grace and Truth, Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the influence of Bilney and his powerful testimony of faith.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Megan Basham's book Shepherds for Sale has received a controversial review from Kevin Williamson. The review, titled 'Bearing False Witness,' has been criticized for its ad hominem attacks. Dr. Owen Strachan lays out why he believes that Williamson's review is beneath human decency. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In his three-part series on the restoration of Peter from John 21:15-19,Dr. Owen Strachan emphasizes that we are all like Peter, in need of restoration and forgiveness. He highlights that the purpose of studying biblical characters' sins is to understand our own sin and overcome it with the power of God. Strachan offers five reflections on the restoration of Peter and how it shapes our ongoing discipleship with Jesus Christ. He emphasizes the need for a gracious approach to addressing sin, the importance of embracing accountability and honesty, and the necessity of focusing on love and recognizing God's sovereignty in our lives.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Owen Strachan explores the restoration of Peter in John 21:15-19. He emphasizes that God has amazing grace and mercy for Christians every day of their Christian life. Strachan provides five observations on how God restores sinners, focusing on Jesus going to Peter, engaging him in a dialogue, redirecting his attention to love, giving him marching orders, and foretelling his fate. He encourages listeners to understand that Christianity is not about legalistic rituals but a glad following of Jesus, with the assurance that God forgives and helps us keep following Him.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Owen Strachan explores the up and down Christian and apostolic experience of Peter, focusing on his restoration by Jesus. Owen emphasizes the importance of being honest about our sin and the need for a healthy approach to sin. He highlights the various highs and lows in Peter's life, including his denial of Jesus, his confession of Jesus as the Messiah, his misunderstanding of the cross, and his preaching of the gospel. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From the Archives: Dr. Owen Strachan is with his family taking a little time off, but he'll return soon! In the meantime, we at Grace and Truth wanted to re-share and episode that we hope will bless you. Here, Owen discusses the debate over sourdough and tradwife culture in evangelical circles. He explores the mirror phenomenon of red-pilled manhood and tradwife culture, which are reactions to beta manhood and feminism, respectively. Strachan emphasizes the need for a deep recovery of biblical womanhood and manhood, rooted in Scripture and not just reactionary trends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From the Archives: Dr. Owen Strachan is with his family taking a little time off, but he'll return soon! In the meantime, we at Grace and Truth wanted to re-share and episode that we hope will bless you. Here, Owen discusses the issue of quarrelsomeness among Christians and talks about how quarrelsomeness has become an epidemic in today's society, fueled by platforms that reward controversy and conflict. Owen takes the time to emphasize the importance of kindness and gentleness in the Christian faith and warns against the extremes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
According to Dr. Owen Strachan, over the past 50-60 years, America has symbolically been breathing a thickening toxic air that has been attempting to choke out the life-giving breath of God's Word. On today's edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer concludes his inspiring and hopeful discussion with Dr. Strachan about the absolute necessity for an infusion of pure oxygen of God's grace and truth to be breathed into our darkening society once again. 2 Corinthians 3:17 says, Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
From the Archives: Dr. Owen Strachan is with his family taking a little time off, but he'll return soon! In the meantime, we at Grace and Truth wanted to re-share and episode that we hope will bless you. Here, Owen is joined by Dale Thackrah, the Executive Pastor at Redeemer Bible Church, discuss the issue of angry men and how to help them. They explore the factors that contribute to anger in men, such as fatherlessness, broken homes, and unmet desires. They emphasize the importance of understanding the gospel and finding freedom in Christ as a way to address anger issues. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In our society today, we battle so many dark ideologies such as wokeism, the transgender movement, the war on masculinity and the sanctity of human life. On today's edition of Family Talk, Gary Bauer talks with Dr. Owen Strachan about how all of this has culminated in the tearing down of the biblical worldview that our nation was founded upon. Yet in the midst of all this chaos, we can take courage in the power of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Dr. Strachan reminds us of this great hope and introduces the new Dobson Culture Center. Matthew 5:16 says, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
From the Archives: Dr. Owen Strachan is with his family taking a little time off, but he'll return soon! In the meantime, we at Grace and Truth wanted to re-share and episode that we hope will bless you. Here, Owen is joined by Jon Benzinger, the Lead Pastor of Redeemer Bible Church in Arizona and they discuss how the call to repentance is disappearing from many pulpits and how that impacts every Christian.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
From the Archives: Dr. Owen Strachan is with his family taking a little time off, but he'll return soon! In the meantime, we at Grace and Truth wanted to re-share and episode that we hope will bless you. Here, Owen critiques the idea that men should dominate their wives and children. He argues that this concept is not biblical and is influenced by secular movements like red pill manhood. Strachan emphasizes that biblical manhood is characterized by Christ-like leadership, which involves serving and cherishing one's wife.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Owen Strachan may be out this week, but we wanted to highlight an older episode that we hope will bless you. In this conversation, Owen addresses the Superbowl ad from the "He Gets Us" campaign has many people talking, but wants to zero in on what he believes is missing from the conversation: the fact that while Jesus does "get us", He Saves Us.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dr. Owen Strachan explores the topic of Christian nationalism and its historical context, focusing on the 30 Years War in Europe from 1618 to 1648. It highlights the dangers of merging church and state and the negative consequences that can arise from such alliances. The conversation emphasizes the importance of religious liberty and the American experiment as a response to the religious conflicts of the past. It concludes by affirming that Jesus' kingdom is not of this world and that the advancement of the gospel does not come through the sword.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this conversation, Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the recent vote by House Republicans to repeal the Biden administration's efforts to insert sexual orientation and gender identity into civil rights legislation. He emphasizes the importance of Christians giving thanks for this public stand and speaking the truth in love. Owen also highlights the role of adults in protecting children and the need to continue fighting for what is right. He reminds listeners that while politics is important, it is not ultimate, and that our ultimate hope is in Jesus, who will ultimately make all things right.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's Grace and Truth, Dr. Owen Strachan honors Corey Comparatore, a former fire chief, who sacrificed his life to shield his wife and daughter from an assassin's bullets at a Trump rally. This act of heroism reminds us of the greater love displayed by Jesus Christ, who died on the cross to save sinners. It also serves as a call for men to embrace self-sacrificial love and biblical leadership. We need to train young men to be Christ-like in their actions and to understand that true leadership is rooted in love and seeks the good of others. Every day is an opportunity to live for the glory of God and to grow in grace.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second part of his two-part series, Dr. Owen Strachan explores the different aspects of the no condemnation life that every Christian leads. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On today's edition of Family Talk, Dr. James Dobson concludes his straight-forward discussion with Dr. Owen Strachan, author of Christianity and Wokeness: How the Social Justice Movement Is Hijacking the Gospel and the Way to Stop It. They remind us that wokeness is a potent blend of racism, moral relativism, and grievance. It undermines the unifying work of the Holy Spirit and therefore, is anti-gospel. As a Christian, be encouraged as Dr. Strachan offers a strategy by stating that the only way forward is speaking the truth in love with clarity and conviction. (Ephesians 4:15) We also need to pray for the Lord's intervention to overcome the darkness that surrounds us. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Today on Family Talk, theologian Dr. Owen Strachan joins Dr. James Dobson to discuss "Critical Race Theory" (CRT) and how it does not align with Christian principles. They discuss Dr. Strachan's book, Christianity and Wokeness: How the Social Justice Movement is Hijacking the Gospel and the Way to Stop It, and what the background is about and its origin. Discover how the Bible contradicts this woke ideology by teaching that all of mankind was created in God's image, as written in Genesis 1:26. To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.oneplace.com/donate/707/29
Dr. Owen Strachan, author, “The War on Men” The War on Men: Why Society Hates Them and Why We Need Them The post 1662. The War on Men – Dr. Owen Strachan, 6/14/24 first appeared on Issues, Etc..