It's a huge question. How could a loving, all-powerful God allow suffering? In the second of a two-part discussion, Dave and Sharaya do their best to grapple with this tough question.

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It's a huge question. How could a loving, all-powerful God allow suffering? In part one of a two-part discussion, Dave and Sharaya do their best to grapple with this tough question.

The Ascension - that time when Jesus was floated into heaven on a cloud. It seems like an outrageous story, but for a number of reasons, it really matters.

In this shorter-than-usual episode, Dave Betts talks about why the Ascension is actually a really big deal.

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What is Baptism? Why is it so important? Sprinkle or submerge? Why is there so much division over the baptism process? Dave Betts is joined by Simon Argent to try and tackle some of these big questions.

Simon Argent is one of the elders at Ascot Life Church in the UK and helps lead the Commission family of churches' READ online Bible course.

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Ok. So we're made "in the image of God", according to the Bible. That's pretty epic, but have you ever actually wondered what that means? This week Dave Betts is joined by Jorin Green to discuss this mysterious but incredibly important concept.

Jorin Green is currently the lead pastor at Erindale Alliance Church in Saskatoon, Canada, after 17 years as a professor at Millar College of the Bible in both the Pambrun and Sunnybrae campuses.

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Zacharias, Hybels, Lentz - the list goes on. As the global Church, it's hard to escape the heartbreaking reality that some of the world's most prominent Christian leaders have fallen in big ways.

In the first episode of season 2, Dave Betts is joined by Chris Williams, Youth Pastor at McKenzie Towne Church in Calgary, to discuss what happens when leaders fall, the dynamics of power, and how we move forward in a way that honours God.

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In the final episode of 2020, Dave and Sharaya reflect on the Simple Faith Podcast's first year and share what's new for the show in 2021. 

What is it like to be a missionary in the 21st Century? 

This week, Dave and Sharaya are joined by their friends Liam and Dana, an inspiring young couple from Vernon, BC, Canada who are just weeks away from embarking on a journey as long-term missionaries. They discuss the fears and feelings, courage and calling that comes with the realities of taking such a bold step for Kingdom of God. 

If you find today's episode helpful, or would like to contact Liam and Dana personally, feel free to contact us at [email protected] and we would love to connect you with them. 

What is missions all about? What does the life of a missionary look like in the 21st century? Dave Betts is joined by Marty and Becky Frisk of Christar Canada to try and make sense of missions. 

Dave is joined by Steve Janz, director of Millar College of the Bible's BC campus to talk about Bible School.

What is it? Why consider it? What if it doesn't fit with your plans?