Onward in the Faith

Do Babies Go to Heaven?

The death of a child is painful for everyone involved. As Christians, we know that this life isn't all there is. That often leads us to wonder what happens to babies or children who die before understanding the gospel. This episode seeks to gently discuss a painful subject by pointing us to God's word and delivering hope to one of the most painful situations imaginable.

 

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Scripture used: 2 Samuel 12:23, Deuteronomy 1:39–40, Jeremiah 19:4, Ezekiel 16:20-21, Matthew 19:14, Psalm 145:9

Music by LesFM from Pixabay.

 

Eternal Hope by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3716-eternal-hope

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Loss by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4003-loss

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Luminous Rain by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4007-luminous-rain

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Disney’s Destructive Worldview

Disney movies are a staple for most families. However, despite the positive messages, they can negatively impact our kids' worldviews. This episode explores how Disney and others children's media know their audience so well that they make money by killing parents or making heroes fight against them.

 

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Questions worth asking:

• Who's the villain? Who are we supposed to not like or agree with?
• Why?
• Why did the writers make the villain do those things?
• What is the movie encouraging kids to do?
• Does it encourage you to obey God's word?
  • Eph 6:2 reminds us of the command in Exodus 20:12
    • Honor your father and mother…
  • More than that, Christian children doing it with joy as God's people
    • Do all things without grumbling or disputing, 15 that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world (Philippians 2:14-15)
• If they see things they need to reject, can they find redeeming things worth praising?
  •  Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. (Philippians 4:8)

 

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Scripture used: Proverbs 22:6, Ephesians 6:2-4, Deuteronomy 6:5-7, Colossians 2:8, Exodus 20:12, Philippians 2:14-15, Philippians 4:8 Romans 12:2

Music by LesFM from Pixabay.

 

Pleasant Porridge by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/7614-pleasant-porridge

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Scripture and Tradition (Part 2)

This episode explains what we mean by Sola Scriptura, as well as some errors we can still fall in to if we aren't careful.

 

I teach a theology program at church with Pastor Chris Lenoir, and we were recently locked out of our building and unable to have class. We recorded a conversation-style lesson about the sufficiency of Scripture, which I'm also uploading here. If you'd like to see the PowePoint presentation, you can also watch this on his YouTube channel by clicking here.

 

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Music by LesFM from Pixabay.

Scripture and Tradition (Part 1)

This episode looks at the Roman Catholic understanding of the sufficiency of Scripture and how it balances with tradition.

 

I teach a theology program at church with Pastor Chris Lenoir, and we were recently locked out of our building and unable to have class. We recorded a conversation-style lesson about the sufficiency of Scripture, which I'm also uploading here. If you'd like to see the PowerPoint presentation, you can also watch this on his YouTube channel by clicking here.

 

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Music by LesFM from Pixabay.

Walking in Freedom - Galatians 5

Christ set us free to walk in freedom. Galatians 5 and Romans 6 show us what that means, what it looks like, and how we can see it in our own lives. This is an audio recording of my teaching at Gospel Centered Recovery at Saylorville Church here in Des Moines, Iowa.

 

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Scripture used: Galatians 5, Romans 6, Romans 12:2

Music by LesFM from Pixabay.

Abortion - Understanding God’s Heart for the Unborn

The Bible may not speak directly about abortion, but it does clearly reveal God's heart, both in how He thinks about the unborn and how He hates murder. As we conclude this series, we can get a clearer picture of our God that will allow us to understand why abortion is so serious.

 

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Scripture used: Genesis 1:26–27, John 4:24, Genesis 9:6, Exodus 21:28–32, Galaians 3:23, James 2, Romans 2:19-11, Psalm 139:13–14

Music by LesFM from Pixabay.

 

Dark Times by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3611-dark-times

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Abortion - Logical Inconsistencies

There are many arguments for supporting abortion, at least up until a certain point in an unborn child's development. This episode looks at the most popular ones, pointing out the inconsistencies and logical conclusions required to truly believe those arguments.

 

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Fetal Growth Chart image

 

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Music by LesFM from Pixabay.

 

Sovereign by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4397-sovereign

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Abortion - Dehumanization, Science, and Pro-Life Conclusions

In the first of a 3-part series, we lay a foundation for discussing abortion and then examine how the law of biogenesis proves that a complete human being is created at conception. If the unborn are truly human, then what does that mean for us?

 

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Scripture used: Genesis 1:24

Music by LesFM from Pixabay.

 

Virtutes Instrumenti by Kevin MacLeod

Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4590-virtutes-instrumenti

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Reading the Bible in a Year? Maybe not.

Before committing to reading the Bible in a year, evaluate why you've failed in the past and whether you're setting yourself up for success this time around. This episode helps you examine not just why you've struggled to consistently read your Bible in the past but gives some ways you can succeed and grow in your regular time in God's word.

 

Why we fail:

-From couch potato to marathon running

-Desire doesn't create more time

 

Ways to succeed:

-Realize there's nothing magical about reading it in exactly 1 year

-Figure out the pace you can stick to

-Decide where you need to start

-Properly budget time by removing something

-Try a reading plan

-Consider going deeper instead of reading extra

-Supplement with an audio Bible

 

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Article on budgeting time

 

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Music by LesFM from Pixabay.

Hard Trap Beat by MadLabz from Looperman.com

5 Things About the Shepherds in Luke 2

When we look at the history surrounding the shepherds, a familiar story becomes even more significant. Join me as I look at 5 (or maybe just 4) reasons we can be in awe of our God and the message He delivered to these men.

 

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Scripture used: Luke 2:8-20, Hebrews 10:11-14, Micah 4:6-8, Genesis 35:19-21, Deuteronomy 15:19, John 10:11-16, Isaiah 53:6, John 1:29

Music by LesFM from Pixabay.

 

"Drone in D" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)

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