Real Life with Christ

The votes are in! You asked for it and we delivered, our views on Santa from a biblical worldview! Dakota and Jonathan discuss where this jolly commercialized image of Santa originated from and should it be a staple in Christian households. Jonathan recalls Christmas at a young age not carrying very much value until he became a follower of Jesus. Dakota shares his thoughts on why this season seems to feel different than the rest of the year, and they discuss the greatest gift not found under any tree... Jesus!

Jonathan and Dakota discuss the origin of denominations and why they are so plentiful. They share a ground breaking sermon from Alistair Begg. Dakota sheds light on some data on biblical worldview among broad church leadership. Jonathan shares why a hard truth is ultimately easier than a soft lie, and they discuss homosexuality growing within church membership.

Dakota and Jonathan ask pastor Ryan Johnson about his life, what ultimately led him to Christ, and where he and his family are today. Ryan shares his testimony and the struggles along the way. The guys reminisce about much-needed discipline at a young age, and Ryan tells us why the intentionality of a father is so important in a world riddled with cultural labels like "Toxic Masculinity."

Jonathan and Dakota discuss their Thanksgiving holiday. Dakota shares his triumph with dad duty and how sometimes eavesdropping can lead to interesting conversations. Jonathan describes how his walk with Jesus started as a crawl, but you don't stay there. And they discuss the question... Are we called to be comfortable?

Jonathan starts a new job and shares the struggles and victories of meeting new people and co-workers. Dakota talks about the weight of the world without Jesus and why we can't carry it. Jonathan discusses how God always plans for us, even if we don't see it. And Dakota weighs in on his thoughts on gospel-sharing tutorial videos. 

Jonathan and Dakota explain why a podcast and share their testimony of how Jesus changed their lives. Jonathan has early Christmas tree grief, and Dakota fans the flame. Dakota talks about how the person you are at church on Sunday needs to reflect the same person that you are the rest of the week. And Jonathan talks about how asking God for patients has its growing pains.