The Evolution of Faith Podcast

As we examine current events in Israel, many people are asking, "Is this the end times?"

How can we comprehend the end times? Will Israel play a role in the unfolding of the end times? How have Christ-followers understood the end times throughout history? What is unique about American Christianity and its main view of the end times?

In this episode, we go deeper into this discussion. We spend a good portion of the time on Daniel 9.

Join Zach and David in this pertinent discussion.

Zach's Blog:

https://zachzienka.com

David's Blog:

https://davidruybalid.wordpress.com

As we examine current events in Israel, many people are asking, "Is this the end times?"

How can we comprehend the end times? Will Israel play a role in the unfolding of the end times? How have Christ-followers understood the end times throughout history? What is unique about American Christianity and its main view of the end times?

Join Zach and David in this pertinent discussion.

Zach's Blog:

https://zachzienka.com

David's Blog:

https://davidruybalid.wordpress.com

A few months ago, there was much conversation online around "Beef" on Netflix, which featured a moment where the character Danny Cho enters a church while the worship team leads the congregation in worship, and he is moved to tears. Zach and David had a discussion about this moment and how it has sparked scrutiny around worship music. Here is that conversation in podcast form.

Join Zach and David for a thought-provoking discussion on whether worship music fosters genuine spiritual expression or if it can sometimes be a tool for emotional manipulation.

Zach's blog:

https://zachzienka.com/

David's blog:

davidruybalid.wordpress.com

The Southern Baptist Convention has recently expelled Saddleback Church for hiring a female teaching pastor and now has a list of churches within their denomination that also have female pastors.

How should we approach this issue? What does the Bible say? If you believe women can be pastors, does that mean we are not being Biblical?

How can we foster harmony and love amidst our differences?

Join us for this conversation that we hope is helpful and informative!

David's Blog:

https://davidruybalid.wordpress.com/

Zach's Blog:

https://zachzienka.com/

In this thought-provoking episode, we delve into the fascinating topic of the Ascension of Jesus and explore what it means for the present moment. As Christians, we believe that Jesus is currently ruling on the throne, but have you ever wondered what he's doing there? We unpack the significance of Jesus' Ascension and how it impacts our lives today. Join us on this spiritual journey as we explore the profound implications of the Ascension and its meaning in our daily lives. Don't miss out on this insightful discussion that will deepen your understanding of Jesus' current role and his eternal reign.

Zach's Blog:

https://zachzienka.com/

David Blog:

https://davidruybalid.wordpress.com/

Join us as we explore the importance of mental health support within the Christian community and learn how we can do better to support those struggling with mental health issues.

Join David Ruybalid, Zach Zienka, and guest Isami Daehn at they dive into this topic.

Isami is a subject matter expert on anti-human trafficking and child safety.

She grew up in Japan and was raised by professional con artists under the guise of "missionaries". Her home was an unsafe place for children, as her mother became her sex trafficker at the age of 9. She left her abusive home as an adult and was introduced to a relationship with Jesus Christ at the age of 23.

(Graphic Design/Communications+Psychology), has completed professional training in global and domestic anti-human trafficking, has an active ICF coaching certification, and has appeared on multiple shows/podcasts internationally and within the United States.

To find out more about Isami visit:

https://www.isamidaehn.com

Instagram:

isami_daehn

TikTok:

@isami_daehn

Email:

[email protected]

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Zach’s Blog:

https://zachzienka.com

David’s Blog:

https://davidruybalid.wordpress.com

What is Sabbath?

Zach and David talk about all of the layers of importance of living a Sabbath life style.

Zach Zienka’s Blog:

https://zachzienka.com

David Ruybalid’s Blog:

https://davidruybalid.wordpress.com

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=15LrSND_hk4

Public Podcast Link:

https://anchor.fm/evolutionoffaithpodcast

Why did God ask for the barbaric practice of animal sacrifice?

How do we make sense of God asking for Abraham to sacrifice Isaac?

What practices in our faith (and the faith of the people of the Old Testament) does God care about most?

Join us as Zach and David in a discussion around Old Testament sacrifice and the heart of God.

Zach Zienka’s Sermon:

The Big Picture - Otherness

https://vimeo.com/739475743

David Ruybalid’s article:

The Doctrine of Accommodation & Penal Substitutionary Atonement

https://davidruybalid.wordpress.com/2022/08/10/the-doctrine-of-accommodation-penal-substitutionary-atonement/

Zach Zienka’s Blog:

https://zachzienka.com

David Ruybalid’s Blog:

https://davidruybalid.wordpress.com

YouTube:

https://youtu.be/IRYYKGDDc0w

Public Podcast Link:

https://anchor.fm/evolutionoffaithpodcast

Christian Nationalism is a conviction that America is inherently a nation built on Christian ethics and beliefs. This ideology is seen through combative methods of imposing selected “Christian ethics” onto the political stage by any means necessary.

Christian Nationalism seems to be talked about more and more. Many conservative evangelicals are now even describing themselves and their vision for America in this way.

“Is this how Jesus used power and influence?”

“Is this how Jesus expects His followers to engage in our world?”

“What is a healthy relationship of Christianity and politics, and what does this mean for Christ followers?”

John 18

36 Jesus said, “My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jewish leaders. But now my kingdom is from another place.”

Episode mentioned:

Can I Say This At Church Podcast - Political Theology with Brad Jersak:

https://www.canisaythisatchurch.com/listen/2019/7/22/88-political-theology-with-brad-jersak

Resources Mentioned:

Postcards from Babylon: The Church In American Exile

https://amzn.to/3A6VYgn

A Farewell to Mars: An Evangelical Pastor's Journey Toward the Biblical Gospel of Peace

https://amzn.to/3SY8Qy3

Jesus and John Wayne: How White Evangelicals Corrupted a Faith and Fractured a Nation

https://amzn.to/3weaOAm

Christian Nationalism Drove These People Out of Their Churches

https://www.vice.com/en/article/v7vew9/christian-nationalism-churches?utm_source=vicenewstwitter

Zach Zienka’s Blog:

https://zachzienka.com

David Ruybalid’s Blog:

https://davidruybalid.wordpress.com