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Conversations about contentious topics that encourage people to disagree well. Co-hosted by Marcos Ortega and Lisa Spencer.... more
FAQs about Family Discussion:How many episodes does Family Discussion have?The podcast currently has 72 episodes available.
March 15, 2022The Difficulty of Talking about SexualityAs Lisa and Marcos continue discussing the impact sin has had on humanity, they turn toward the topic of human sexuality. The hosts begin by sharing why this is a difficult topic to broach well, the confusion surrounding human sexuality, and the sins that need to be addressed. This is the first of many tough conversations about God's design for sexuality and how sin has impacted it. ...more49minPlay
March 01, 2022Praying for UkraineIn this short episode, Lisa and Marcos discuss the recent events in Ukraine, and close with prayers for the embattled country. ...more26minPlay
February 15, 2022The Image of God and Valuing LifeFollowers of Jesus have long been working for the promotion and preservation of life. Lisa and Marcos discuss why the doctrine of the image of God is so important as Christians do pro-life work and how the Westminster Larger Catechism helps Christians discuss the topic of abortion with clarity and compassion. ...more43minPlay
February 08, 2022SPECIAL EPISODE: Talking DeconstructionFrom high profile leaders to Christians in the pews, many are experiencing a phenomenon called "deconstruction". In this special episode, Lisa and Marcos start with their own stories as they work to define deconstruction, consider if that's the best term for what people are going through, and detail the dangers of apostasy. ...more51minPlay
February 01, 2022How Sin Effected Ethnic HarmonyWhere did racism and ethnic strife come from? Is racism unique to the United States? Lisa and Marcos discuss how a robust understanding of the human sin makes sense of ethnic hatred and ask questions about how to move forward in a fallen world. ...more43minPlay
January 25, 2022The Fall of HumankindAfter weeks spent in Genesis 1-2, Marcos and Lisa discuss the ramifications of sin entering the world in Genesis 3. What happened when humanity fell in the garden, and what are some important implications for the church today?...more42minPlay
January 18, 2022Sexuality and Gender in the PCASpecial guests Daniel Wells and Jason Little, Teaching Elders in the Presbyterian Church in America, join Lisa and Marcos to comment on the continuing debates around sexuality and gender in their denomination. ...more59minPlay
January 11, 2022God’s Good DesignAfter a break for Advent, Lisa and Marcos continue discussing what it means to be human with a look at God's good design for sexuality and gender. ...more52minPlay
November 23, 2021The Christian Responsibility for Creation CareClimate change and environmental policies have been all over the headlines lately. Marcos and Lisa discuss how the Christian's charge to care for creation might lead us to think about these important conversations, and the tools the Church has to steward creation well. ...more54minPlay
November 16, 2021The Covenant of WorksThe Covenant of Works is an important concept in Reformed Theology. How does this doctrine help us think through the work of Jesus and the calling of the church? Lisa and Marcos dive back into Genesis Two, continuing their discussion of anthropology and justice. ...more52minPlay
FAQs about Family Discussion:How many episodes does Family Discussion have?The podcast currently has 72 episodes available.