NFTW #021--A "Kingdom of God" perspective on the election; Are you a Christian atheist?

The election is over! How do Christians put everything into the right perspective?


Also, are you a Christian atheist?


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Here’s a link to Wyman Richardson’s very thoughtful blog post.

Read 1 Peter 1:17-21.

NFTW #019--How Christians use their money; Your false beliefs may be dragging you down!

Christians have an opportunity to end a lot of suffering in the world. But we'll have to change the way we use our money. Will we do it?

Also, do you have false beliefs that get between you and God?

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Here is the ABP article I quote from...

NFTW #018--Campaigning from the pulpit; Having joy during hard times

Some pastors are endorsing presidential candidates from the pulpit. How would Jesus handle this?

How can Peter say that we can “greatly rejoice” during times of suffering and hardship?

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Here's the link to the AP article I mentioned.

1 Peter 1:6-9

NFTW #016--Do Christians and politics mix?; God is finished with you!

Can Christians depend on government to change what's wrong with the world?

Also, I've got news: God is finished with you!

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I can't find the link to the Christian Post story. If you can find it, you're doing better than I am...

NFTW # 015--Relationships; Adopted by God!

Which type of ministry honors God more: big evangelistic campaigns, or building relationships that lead to evangelism?

Also, the reality is that we are God's adopted children. What does that mean?

2 Stories from bpnews.net: Relationships key to college ministries
Jesus calls us to sow as we go

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NFTW #014--Emotion vs. Doctrine; What does kingdom life look like?

There's a fight between emotion and doctrine. Which side are you on?

And, Jesus said the kingdom of God is inside us. What does that mean?

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NFTW #013--Pushing back against the atheists; Who/What are you trusting in?

Atheists are getting bolder and more militant. How should Christians respond?

Also, which candidate should Christians be putting their trust in?

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NFTW #012--Living in a post-Christian world; What do we do with a fallen believer?

Most Christians believe that homosexuality is wrong. How do believers live out their faith in a culture that celebrates "alternative lifestyles?"

Also, once another believer's sin is exposed, how should other Christians respond?

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Here is one article I used: On the California court case, look here.

NFTW #011--Why don't men go to church? We're on a mission from God...

After a long hiatus, I'm finally back with a new podcast! In this episode, I'll try to figure out why men don't like to go to church. Also, what does Jesus' mission, described in Luke 4, tell us about how we interact with people?

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Here's a link to the article on attracting men to church.

NFTW #010--Buying China-made products; Good news: God is at work in us!

In this episode, we look at whether Christians should buy products made in China, a country where the government imprisons, tortures, and even kills Christians.

Also, there's good news for all of us. God has promised to work on us until He's made us the people He wants us to be!

Here are links to the stuff I mentioned:
China stories: here and here and here.

The Grace Roots blog.

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NFTW #009--Christian books that make great Christmas gifts!

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Here are the books I talk about in this episode:

The Church in the House by Robert Fitts

Under the Overpass by Mike Yankoski

To Own a Dragon by Donald Miller and John MacMurray

A Tale of Three Kings by Gene Edwards

The Insider by Jim Petersen and Mike Shamy

Kingdom Triangle by J. P. Moreland

Go forth and buy!

Let me know what you think...

NFTW #008--Merry Christmas or Happy Holidays?; Bearing each others burdens

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This week we'll jump into the controversy surrounding Christians shopping at stores that celebrate the "Holidays" instead of Christmas. My question is this: is that the most important consideration for Christians this Christmas season?

Also, how does God reveal Himself in our lives through other believers?

Here are some links to the Christmas shopping dilemma:

The Christian Post article. Here's how Chinese Christians celebrate.
The Naughty and Nice list.


Joel's great post on openness and vulnerability got me thinking about Galatians 6.

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NFTW #007--Big changes at Willow Creek; What foundation is your life built upon?

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This I took a look at what's good and bad about the recent changes at Willow Creek Community Church. Also, Jesus wanted to make sure our lives are built on the right foundations...

Here's the video about what's going on at Willow Creek.

If you want to know more about the persecuted church, this is one place to look.

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NFTW #006--Who should Christians vote for?; God wants all kinds of people in His family!

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Episode 6 is here, and I can't help myself--I've got to comment on all the silliness surrounding the Mitt Romney campaign. I mean, I know he's a Mormon, but is that reason enough not to vote for him?

Also, it seems that Jesus ministered to all sorts of people when He was here. And, his 12 disciples came from very different backgrounds. What does that tell us about the heart of God?

Here's a link to the Romney article.

Let me know what you think!

NFTW #004--Book review: "The Insider"; Finding common ground; Do I believe what the Bible clearly says?

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This week, I tell you about a book that has made a big difference in my life. It's called The Insider, by Jim Petersen. Go get it!

I also have some thoughts on this article from the Christian Post. Can evangelicals and progressives find common political ground? I'm not sure that we're asking the right questions.

Also, the Bible is really clear about how God feels about me. Why do I have trouble believing it?

Take care, everybody! If you have a question, comment, or idea, let me know in the comments, or at nftw@sbcglobal.net.

NFTW #003--Ministry to the poor; Evangelizing the military; Do we want God working in us?

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Well, I got episode 3 out, despite major computer issues. The basic topics for the podcast are in the post title. I'll try to update this as soon as the evil spirits leave my computer....

Here are the links:

The intro/outro music was from Jacques Grant.
The cool classical-style guitar was by Deyo.

The book can be bought here.
Military evangelism article right here.

Waye Jacobsen's excellent podcast can be found here.