The Practical Christian Podcast

Today I'm replaying an interview I conducted last summer with the author of "Crossing the Line - Race, Culture, and the Kingdom," Michael Burns.

We discuss topics like the role of the kingdom of God in resolving racial tension, how the early Christians dealt with cultural differences in the book of Acts, and how to empathize with others' perspectives.

Make sure to pick up a copy of Michael's book "Crossing the Line" to go deeper into everything we talked about on the podcast.

Stuff we mention in this episode:

• The Bible Project

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What is the difference between a "need" and a "want?" Does God really gives us everything we ask for?

In this episode, I'll explain why God does delight in giving us what we ask for but why it's also wise to manage your expectations.

Scriptures referenced:

• Matthew 7:9-11

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Have you wondered why there are no episodes about parenting on this podcast?

In this episode I explain why that's the case.

Scriptures referenced:

• Hebrews 13:7
• 1 Corinthians 11:1

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Today I get to sit down with Tracy Winchell, host of the Reboots Podcast.

Listen to Tracy's podcast at RebootsPodcast.com and subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts.

Stuff we mention in this episode:

• "Studies on the Sermon on the Mount" by Oswald Chambers
• "Crash the Chatterbox" by Steven Furtick
• "Unoffendable" by Brett Hansen

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What are you supposed to do when you have to choose between two good options? How do you make the "best" decision that is inline with God's will?

In this episode, I'll unpack what is and isn't the will of God and the one question you can ask yourself so you never have to second-guess your decisions.

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Does it really matter what kinds of words we use in our every day conversations? Isn't it all just cultural anyways?

In this episode, we'll look at a couple passages to unpack how Christians should speak.

Scriptures referenced:

• 1 John 2:3-6
• Luke 6:46
• Colossians 3:5-8

Additional study:

• James 1:26
• James 3:3-12
• Ephesians 4:29
• Proverbs 12:18
• Proverbs 18:21
• Proverbs 21:23

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Today I get to sit down with Sam Eaton, founder of the Recklessly Alive ministry that helps Christians cope with depression and thoughts of suicide.

If you're considering suicide, call the Suicide Hotline right now at 1-800-273-8255.

Visit RecklesslyAlive.com to find more resources from Sam.

Pick up a copy of the 30-Day Recklessly Alive Challenge eBook to help you get unstuck and regain the purpose in your life.

Stuff we mention in this episode:

• "Crazy Love" by Francis Chan
• "Radical" by David Platt
• "A Million Miles in a Thousand Years" by Donald Miller

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As much as I promote using your gifts and leaning into your strengths, you can't just do what you're good at all the time.

In this episode, I explain why it's important to stretch yourself and try new ways of serving.

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How do you stay focused in your daily Bible study? Follow a Bible study plan.

Stuff I mentioned:

• YouVersion Bible App
• ReadScripture App

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Today I get to sit down with Dr. Marcus De Carvalho, author of the new book "Untangling Addiction - A Guide to Recovery Through Jesus-Style Discipleship"

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