Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by Mike Penberthy, a former NBA player and current scout for the Denver Nuggets. They discuss various topics including basketball, faith, and the pursuit of excellence. Mike shares his journey from playing basketball as a child to making it to the NBA. They also talk about the importance of balancing basketball and faith, and how to avoid idolizing the game. They touch on the mentality of players like Kobe Bryant and the intensity and focus required to succeed at the highest level.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Competing with Kobe, Walking with Jesus (with Mike Penberthy)

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Dr. Owen Strachan weighs in on the debate concerning babies making noise during church service. How much noise is too much noise? Are some Christians overreacting and is there a way to find balance between silence and a cacophony of crying? Dr. Strachan answers these questions and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Should Babies Cry In Church?

 Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by Jeremy Vuolo, a Shepherd at Grace Community Church, and they discuss their approach to using their platform for ministry and preaching the gospel. They emphasize the importance of being faithful to their calling and reaching out to those who may not have access to the truth. They caution against adding man-made rules and restrictions to the Christian faith and encourage a focus on the sufficiency of Scripture. They also address the tendency to control and judge others, emphasizing the need to follow Christ and not be consumed by comparison or competition. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeremy Vuolo on Gospel Freedom

Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by Ryan Helfenbein, the VP for Communications at Liberty University and the Founding Executive Director of the Standing for Freedom Center, to discuss the anti-Israel protests that have swept over college campuses. What's behind these protests? Can Israel be criticized without being antisemitic? How does wokeness factor into what we're seeing? Dr. Strachan and Mr. Helfenbein answer these questions and a lot more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Defending Israel Against Wokeness (with Ryan Helfenbein)

Dr. Strachan and Jinger Duggar Vuolo discuss the effects of legalism and the importance of finding freedom in Christian womanhood. They talk about the negative impact of legalistic teachings on individuals, particularly women, and how it can lead to fear, oppression, and a distorted view of God. They emphasize the need for individuals to reevaluate their beliefs and seek biblical counseling or discipleship to work through the pain and hurt caused by legalism. They also highlight the importance of finding a supportive church community and trusted individuals to share and grow with.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jinger Duggar Vuolo on Biblical Womanhood

Dr. Owen Strachan interviews Jinger Duggar Vuolo about her background in the Gothardist system and her journey to disentangle her faith from fear. They discuss the harmful teachings of Bill Gothard, the founder of the system, and how it promoted legalism, fear, and control. Jinger shares her experience of growing up in the public eye and the pressure to conform to the strict rules and expectations. She also talks about her journey to true Christian faith and the freedom she found in Christ. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Competing with Kobe, Walking with Jesus (with Mike Penberthy)

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