The LIFETalks Podcast

LIFE Music Director Alex Nicholson and Production Manager Britt Nipper join Pastor Ben to answer the question: What's behind the reality that Christian music is just not up to snuff? 

Author Warren Cole Smith speaks with Pastor Dan about the role of the church in today's world. What are some of the intrinsic strengths and weaknesses of today's church?

Special Guest Warren Cole Smith joins Pastor Dan for a real conversation addressing the credibility crisis and the state of the Evangelical church. Read more about Warren's book - A Lover's Quarrel With the Evangelical Church - here: https://loversquarrel.net/about-the-book.

Journalist, theologian and author Warren Cole Smith joins the podcast to discuss bringing accountability to the ministry world. What steps can you take to learn more about the Christian organizations you support? Learn more at ministrywatch.com.

Safe Families Charlotte Director Emily Kemmann and Volunteer Coordinator Mary Kay Portaro join Pastor Dan to continue the discussion on how the church can better assist families and children in transition. To learn more about the Safe Families visit https://safe-families.org or for Charlotte info email [email protected] or visit the the Safe Families for Children - Charlotte NC Facebook Page.

What alternatives exist to the child welfare system and how can the church support families before the downward spiral of abuse and neglect sets in? Safe Families' Charlotte Director Emily Kemmann joins the podcast to discuss how we can step up in this sphere. To learn more about the national Safe Families ministry visit https://safe-families.org or for Charlotte info email [email protected] or visit the the Safe Families for Children - Charlotte NC Facebook Page.

Why are you here? What is God's purpose for your life? The pastors discuss one of the core pillars of LIFE Fellowship - finding your purpose. 

Whats the difference between religious nationalism and reconstructionism?  The pastors take a look and provoke some thought about the kingdom and nation. 

The pastors reflect on the consequences of elevating Christianity to a political ideology and ponder the dangers of believers failing to separate their faith from their politics.

The pastors discuss the events of Thursday, January 6 which transpired on Capitol Hill. Can we find a common point of truth for understanding what is happening in America?