Citizen ATX

We all had those friends...you know... the ones that would only listen to christian music and would only watch christian moves. They probably watched the "Left Behind" series a million times, and read all of the books. We also know those friends that listen to the craziest music and spend every Saturday night going to the most wild parties, only to wake up incredibly tired and show up to church to "atone for their sins". Which friend is right? Are they both wrong? Is it ok to enjoy things of the world? Join Matt and Jonathan as they discuss Legalism vs Licentiousness. 

Our hearts go out to the people of Israel, as well as, the refugees in Gaza that are caught in the middle of this war. We thought we would be remiss if we didn't take this opportunity to discuss the tension between Israel and Palestine that has existed for a millennium. Join Matt, Lauren and Jonathan as they discuss the history of this conflict, and give ideas on how to best pray for the situation as it unfolds. 

Mental health is one of the most pressing issues of our time. In a world, full of virtual reality and a "create your truth" mentality, it can be incredibly difficult to search for any kind of purpose in life. Join Matt and Jonathan as they discuss the rivalry between mental health and spiritual health, and why you should value both of these in your life. 

We are living in the Digital Age. Not only do you have access to more information than ever before because of a device in your hand, but also other people have more information about YOU than ever before because of a device in your hand. With the sharing of information and even the rapid development of AI, technology is a beast that will continue to grow whether we like it or not. However, how do we as dual citizens navigate the challenge of knowing when to utilize technology and when to unplug? Join Matt, Jonathan, Nathan, and Lauren as they discuss the pros and cons of living with technology. 

 We may be dorks for discussing science, but it is a fascinating topic. Most people would probably say that Science and Faith don’t mix, but we hear at CitizenATX are here to explain how they actually work together. Join Matt, Nathan, and Jonathan as they discuss Science vs Faith.

Sports have never been more popular than they are now. Nobody knows that better than parents of kids who play sports. However, of late, it seems that coaches, schools, and other organizations have begun to value church a lot less. Games and practices on Sundays have become a cultural norm, and the pressure of attending these events can mean the difference between a hobby and a career (or so they tell you...) Join Matt, Lauren, and Jonathan as they discuss how to navigate the sports world as a player or parent, while still valuing your faith and the church. 

Ahhh....the leaves are falling, pumpkin spice is brewing, AND COLLEGE FOOTBALL IS BACK!!!!!! With the new season underway, we know that there will be many days of cheering for your team and against the others. We figured what better time than now to start our new series: Rivalries. Join Matt, Jonathan, and Lauren as they discuss how to handle the rivalry between Politics and The People We Love. 

It's been a long summer, but with a few days of temperatures not in the 100's it is officially the start of fall! With the cooler weather and pumpkin spice lates, we also welcome back the regularly scheduled programming of Citizen ATX!! In an effort to refresh from our long hiatus, we wanted to open up the new school year with a reminder of why we started this podcast. Join Lauren, Matt, and Jonathan as they discuss the vision and mission of Citizen ATX. 

1 Kings 17:8-9
 
Where do you go when your brook runs dry?
 
“Because of our proneness to look at the bucket and forget the fountain, God has to frequently change His means of supply to keep our eyes fixed on the course.” – Watchman Nee
 
1. God is our great provider
 2. Gives us physical bread
 3. Gives us spiritual bread
4. The resurrection is the foundation of our faith

Austin Baptist Church and Citizen ATX have the privilege of getting to partner with an incredible ministry called The Community Egypt. TC Egypt is reaching thousands of lives in Egypt and they plan to reach millions more as they spread the good news across the middle east. In this episode, Jonathan talks with the founders of TC Egypt Tony and Vanda George. Join us as Tony and Vanda share the story of how they met, and how God has led them to create a ministry that is touching countless lives for the kingdom of God.