Captivate & Conform

Dr. Lee shares how the Bible is distinct from other sacred writings, and why we can trust it and set our lives upon it.

This audio comes from last year’s equipping conference on apologetics. Join us for the 2025 conference, Christian Ethics in a Post-Christian World on Saturday, February 22. Registration closes February 19.

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Former senior pastor Cliff Boone returns to the show to share what he’s learned about the current season of retirement he’s in.

We discuss the definition of retirement, where it’s found in the Bible, and how Christians have come to greatly misunderstand it and our work.

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What’s in a name? Well, according to Scripture, a lot. But in 21st-century America, names don’t necessarily tell us much about a person, but simply distinguish one person from others.
However, names in Scripture, like “Yahweh,” not only identify God but also describe who he is and how he relates to his people and all of creation.

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To ring in 2025, we embarked on a series to read and reflect on the resolutions of Jonathan Edwards.
On this episode, we conclude his resolutions by studying his thoughts on Spiritual Life, helpfully categorized by DesiringGod.
Episode 4 of a 4-part series.

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To ring in 2025, we embark on a series to read and reflect on the resolutions of Jonathan Edwards.
On this episode, we walk through his resolutions on Suffering and Character, helpfully categorized by DesiringGod.
Episode 3 of a 4-part series.

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To ring in 2025, we embark on a series to read and reflect on the resolutions of Jonathan Edwards.
On this episode, we walk through his resolutions on Good Works, Time Management, and Relationships, helpfully categorized by DesiringGod.
Episode 2 of a 4-part series.

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To ring in 2025, we embark on a series to read and reflect on the resolutions of Jonathan Edwards.
Throughout these episodes, we will walk through each of Edwards’ resolutions by section, helpfully categorized by DesiringGod.
Episode 1 of a 4-part series.

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Merry Christmas! Here’s a short message from Captivate & Conform. We’ll see you next week!

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Luke Walters (Director of Worship Arts) and Jules Hull (Student Ministry Pastor) put their Christmas hymn knowledge to the test in this first ever FACE-OFF episode!

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Paul’s words in Colossians 4 offer a guide to evangelism for the everyday Christian. We are to be praying, to be watching, to walk in wisdom, and to season our speech with grace.
So, how does this play out in our relationships at home, in the workplace, and in our communities?

Resource Recommendations:

• Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God (J.I. Packer)
• 3 2 1: The Story of God, the World and You (Glen Scrivener)
• The Celtic Way of Evangelism (George Hunter III)
• Evangelism (J. Mack Stiles)

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