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Matt & Courtney discuss masculinity in the bible and the person of Jesus - but are his counter-cultural 'masculine' traits actually just reflective of Christian maturity, regardless of gender? We take a look at true and false masculinity as presented by the world and by Christianity; who or what is the ultimate example? Hint: it's not a married pastor...

1. Proverb time

2. How does Jesus reinforce or reject cultural aspects of masculinity?

3. The importance and benefits of self-control

4. Sacrificial love

5. True & false masculinity - finding new purpose

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Courtney and Matt talk Atypical Christian topics, hoping to encourage a culture of open conversation - while delving into some areas that could really use a solid chat. This episode, not so much. 

After some poppin Proverbs, we ask: "What if your pastor said...":

1. Tall people and anyone with big hair must sit in the back of the church

2. Women are not permitted to propose to men

3. We will only be meeting virtually - it's better than in-person church

Are any of these likely to come up? No. Does it make for a fun chat? You tell us.

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Courtney and Matt continue their discussion - this time on how to create good with modesty and sexuality, as well as some in-depth discussion of sexuality within Christian marriage. Matt continues to pop in with Proverbs.

- How can we reconstruct biblical modesty in a positive way?

- Leaning on the Holy Spirit for discernment

- Compliance vs empowerment

- Applying modesty equally; moving past role-based models

- How role-based sexuality impacts Christian marriage

- For our goodness and to bring God glory 

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Matt and Courtney discuss Christian intersections with secular culture. Jesus calls us to be in the world, but not of the world. How do we apply this teaching? Is it dangerous for us to engage with media or experiences that are not foundationally Christian?

1. Our intersection with secular culture; when does it become unhelpful?
2. Following secular events and activities - but not being formed by them
3. Learning to follow our convictions
4. Appreciating God's creative expression even in secular art and performance
5. Does this activity serve or hinder our growth in Godliness?
6. Freedom in Christ: enjoying good things, while knowing our own boundaries
7. Living in the world - righteousness, peace, joy

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Matt & Courtney discuss: are we treating our bodies as a temple - or are we worshipping our bodies?

1 - What the bible says about our bodies

2 - What the world says about about our bodies

3 - God's beauty in creation

4 - Body worship - what's happening on the inside

5 - Freedom in Christ

Bonus Point - Should Christians get tattoos?

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Matt & Courtney discuss Christian Friendships - and God's role in growing or closing relationships.

1 - Types of Christian relationships

2 - When Christian friendships feel imbalanced

3 - How God works His purposes through closing a relationship/friendship

4 - A Biblical example: David & Jonathan

5 - Friendships and God's greater purpose

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Courtney and Matt discuss - should Christians care what others think about them?

1 - Outside perceptions of Christian behaviour

2 - When Christians disagree

3 - Adjusting behaviour based on human weakness

4 - Looking for validation in the wrong places

5 - Why we curate our image - even in Church

6 - Trusting the opinion of people who know you best

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Matt & Courtney discuss Christian identity, asking: Can Christians find themselves in their faith?

1 - Principles of Christian Identity

2 - Converting & Conforming

3 - The beauty of diversity among God's people

4 - Seeking God's unique purpose for your life

5 - God's creative expression and ours

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Matt & Courtney discuss biblical modesty.

1 - What is modesty, and what does the Bible say about it

2 - How Christian teachings / culture have been problematic in the area of female modesty

3 - How modesty & purity culture also affects men's Christian development

4 - Sexualisation and Shame

5 - God cares more about the heart

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