PODCAST · religion
Cogitations
by Tony Brewer
These podcasts are from livestreams that I broadcast about topics of discussion in the ”We Talk Truth” group. For more information see wetalktruth.com or search for the group on Facebook.
Episodes
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Born This Way? Be Born Again | Tony Bruin on Biblical Transformation cogs7e47
Join Tony Bruin in this compelling episode of Cogitations as he tackles the phrase “I was born this way” with a bold biblical response: “Then be born again.” This episode explores the conflict between cultural narratives and the gospel’s demand for transformation.Tony contrasts human instinct…
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Navigating Preaching with Wisdom and Gentleness | Free for All Friday cogs7e46
Join Tony Bruin on this episode of Cogitations as he delves into the challenges and responsibilities of preaching. Tony shares his thoughts on preaching the whole counsel of God, the use of AI in creative processes, and the balance of being shrewd as serpents and harmless as doves. He reflects on...
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Harmless or Holy? Why the Church Must Choose Bravery Over Niceness cogs7e45
Tony Bruin & Aaron Dotson Discuss What It Really Means to Be Bold in the Faith 📌 This is an archived episode of Christianity Now, originally recorded in 2023. The insights remain just as sharp, the challenge just as necessary. Tony and Aaron take on the spiritual malaise of the modern church and...
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The Broken Alliance: Understanding the Modern Left Through Romans 1 cogs7e44
In this episode of Cogitations, Tony Bruin examines the political and spiritual fractures within the modern Left through the biblical lens of Romans chapter one. He breaks down four key groups shaping left-wing politics today—TV-dependent boomers, economically dependent minorities, feminists, and...
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How Political Correctness Muzzles the Word of God cogs7e43
How Political Correctness Muzzles the Word of God With Tony Bruin on CogitationsIn this episode of Cogitations, Tony Bruin confronts the cultural lie that politeness should silence truth. Drawing from Matthew 11, 1 Corinthians 1, and Proverbs 29, Tony lays out how political correctness operates…
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Viral Religion and Spiritual Busyness: Redefining True Faith cogs7e41
In this episode, Tony Brewer exposes the trap of viral religion and spiritual busyness—a form of Christianity that looks active but lacks obedience. From clickbait memes to emotional manipulation masked as faith, Tony lays bare how today’s digital expressions can simulate faithfulness while...
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Cross, Crook & Crown: Understanding the Fullness of Chris cogs7e40
Join Tony Bruin in this episode of Cogitations as he delves deep into understanding the complete identity and mission of Jesus Christ through the lens of Psalms 22, 23, and 24. He discusses the importance of embracing Jesus as the suffering Savior, the guiding Shepherd, and the reigning King.…
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God Uses Flawed Men: Embracing Imperfections for His Glory cogs7e39
In this episode of Cogitations, Tony Bruin examines the striking truth that God has always used flawed men to accomplish His perfect will. Drawing from Scripture, Tony explores the lives of Moses, David, Peter, and Paul—men who failed, repented, and became powerful tools in God's hand. You’ll…
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The Truth About Sin: Autonomy vs. Bondage cogs7e38
Sin doesn’t come wearing chains. It comes dressed like freedom. But the minute you try to walk away, you find out who’s really in control.In this episode of Cogitations, Tony Bruin exposes the lie at the heart of human rebellion—the illusion of autonomy. From the garden of Eden to today’s…
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Cancel Culture in the Church: A Conversation with Jack Wilkie cogs7e37
Join Tony Bruin and Jack Wilkie in this engaging episode of Cogitations as they delve into the complex topic of cancel culture within the Church. They discuss Jack's controversial article "The Church of Christ Invented Cancel Culture," the difference between biblical discipline and online mob...
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God Raises What the World Buries: The Pattern of Divine Resurrection in Scripture cogs7e36
Tony delves into the divine pattern of resurrection from scripture in this episode of Cogitations podcast. He discusses the symbolism and typology related to resurrection, citing examples from Aaron's rod, the branch of Jesse, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Through these biblical stories…
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Walking in the Light: Fellowship, Life, and Obedience in Christ s7e35
In this episode of Cogitations, Tony Bruin explores what it truly means to walk in the light of Christ. Drawing from John 8:12, 1 John 1, and Daniel 7:28, Tony unpacks how spiritual light and spiritual life are inseparable. He outlines how genuine fellowship with God requires faithful obedience,...
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Happiness Is Commanded: The Christian Virtue of Joy cogs7e34
In this episode of the COS Podcast, Tony Bruin explores the often overlooked virtue of happiness within Christian life. Drawing from scriptural teachings and the works of commentators like Dennis Prager and others, Tony dives deep into why joy and happiness are not merely suggested but commanded…
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Stop Calling Obedience Legalism: Why Church Discipline Still Matters cogs7e33
In this episode of Cogitations, Tony Bruin confronts the confusion between obedience and legalism. Drawing from Matthew 18 and 1 Corinthians 5, he lays out God’s revealed system for church discipline and warns against the cultural influences—feminism, emotionalism, and therapeutic softness—that...
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Unhappy, Unheard, Uncorrected: When Churches Fail Women by Telling Them What They Want to Hear cogs7e32
Unhappy, Unheard, Uncorrected: When Churches Fail Women by Telling Them What They Want to Hear📅 Show Type: Cogitations | Free For All Friday📝 Episode Description: In this episode of Free For All Friday, we dive into the sensitive topics of marriage, divorce, and remarriage from a biblical...
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Contrarian by Nature, Christian by Name? It Doesn’t Work cogs7e31
Contrarianism vs. Courage: How True Christian Bravery Reflects Jesus In this episode of Cogitations, Tony Brewer discusses the differences between being a contrarian and having true courage as a Christian. Drawing from personal experiences and scriptural references, Tony emphasizes that real...
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Three Conversations That Define Your Life: Worry, Counsel, and Prayer Cogs7e30
The Three Conversations That Define Your Life: Worry, Counsel, and Prayer In this episode of Cogitations with Tony Brewer, we dive deep into the three crucial conversations that shape our lives: internal (worry vs. discernment), external (echo chambers vs. wise counsel), and upward (prayer and...
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Is Satan Just a Symbol? Not According to the Bible cogs7e29
Is Satan Real? A Biblical Analysis Join Tony Brewer in this episode of 'Cogitations' as he delves deep into the existence of Satan according to the Bible. Tony discusses various viewpoints on whether Satan is a literal being or a metaphorical symbol, referencing scripture and theological…
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Be Who God Made You to Be: Stop Trying to Please Everyone cogs7e28
People-Pleasing: A Trap You Need to Avoid | Tony Brewer on Co. Cogitations In this episode, Tony Brewer of Co. Cogitations Podcast dives into the pitfalls of people-pleasing, emphasizing the importance of staying true to oneself and God. Using scripture from Daniel and Proverbs, Tony elaborates…
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Prudence: Walking Wisely in a World That Mocks Wisdom cogs7e27
The world laughs at wisdom today. Caution is mocked. Boundaries are ridiculed. Prudence is treated like fear. But the Bible tells a different story. Prudence is not insecurity—it is wisdom applied. It is faithfulness in action. In this livestream, we are going to study what prudence really means,...
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Faith Is a Verb: Why Belief Without Obedience Is Useless cogs7e26
Faith in Action: Why Belief Without Obedience is Useless | Cogitations Podcast Join Tony Brewer in this enlightening episode of Cogitations as he delves into the concept of faith as an active verb. Discover why belief without obedience is useless, and explore how true faith always results in...
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Let God Prove It Identity, Temptation, and the Vindication of Resurrection s7e25
Let God Prove It: Identity, Temptation, and Vindication of the Resurrection In this episode of Cogitations, Tony Brewer delves into the deeper meanings behind the temptation of Jesus in Matthew chapter 4. He explores how Satan's challenges were framed to question Jesus' identity and mission, and...
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The Resurrection: Undeniable and Unforgiving s7e24
Join Tony Brewer in this episode of Cogitations as he delves deep into the importance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Exploring biblical passages from both the Old and New Testaments, Tony discusses the foundational role of the resurrection in Christianity, touching on its historical...
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Setting the Record Straight: Why the President Has the Right to Deport—and Why That Matters 7e23
In this episode of Cogitations, Tony dives deep into the complex topic of immigration law, focusing on the recent case of a Maryland father deported to El Salvador. Tony explores the structure of the U.S. government, the roles of its branches, and how lawful authority is exercised, especially in...
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Murder, Money, and Moral Clarity: What the Media Won’t Say but Christians Must 7e22
In this episode of 'Christianity Now', we're diving deep into current issues that are making headlines and causing confusion among Christians. We tackle the controversial idea that the American healthcare system is 'murdering' people and discuss the complexities and flaws within the system. Also,...
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Leaving Egypt Behind: Unlearning False Doctrine s7e21
In this podcast episode, Tony discusses the challenging process of leaving behind false doctrines and ingrained religious beliefs, likening it to the Israelites' exodus from Egypt. Brewer emphasizes that, just as the Israelites had to learn to depend on God in the wilderness, modern believers…
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Exploring Calvinism and Righteousness on Free For All Friday s7e20
In this episode of Cos, Tony Brewer dives into an in-depth discussion about key theological issues, including the Calvinistic doctrine of total hereditary depravity, the role of Christ in making moral decisions, and the nature of righteousness according to scripture. It's a Free For All Friday…
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Evangelism: Letting the World Be the World s7e19
Join Tony Brewer in this episode of Cogitations as he dives into the concept of evangelism, emphasizing the importance of understanding and accepting the world as it is while spreading the gospel. Tony discusses the need for Christians to give the world permission to act worldly without condoning...
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Establishing Boundaries as a Christian in a Demanding World s7e18
In this episode of the Christianity Now podcast, host Tony Brewer addresses the importance of setting boundaries in a world that often demands unrestricted access to one's time and resources. Tony emphasizes that forgiveness is not required where there is no repentance and that establishing...
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The Importance of Scripture: Central, Not Supplemental s7e17
In this episode of 'Cos,' Stony Brewery delves into the significance of treating Scripture as the main course rather than mere background seasoning. The discussion begins with an analysis of verses from Daniel and Revelation, emphasizing the blessings tied to reading and keeping God's Word. The...
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Jesus and Homosexuality: Examining the Scriptures s7e15
Join Tony in this episode of Cogitations, where he tackles the complex issue of homosexuality, specifically focusing on what Jesus said about the matter. Delve deep into Biblical teachings as Tony discusses Jesus' views on marriage, sexual immorality, and the moral law. Learn why it's important…
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about a border wall s7e14
Biblical Perspectives on National Sovereignty and Immigration Join Tony Brewer on this episode of 'Cogitations or Christianity Now' for an in-depth discussion on the biblical foundations for national sovereignty and border protection. With co-host Aaron temporarily away, Tony explores whether...
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about FFAF, exploring Henotheism and Christian Apologetics s7e13
Exploring Henotheism and Christian Apologetics In this episode of Cogitations, Tony discusses various religious concepts, including henotheism—the worship of one god without denying the existence of others. He explores how early Christians and other cultures viewed their gods. Tony also offers...
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about absolute truth s7e12
The Inherent Contradiction of Denying Absolute Truth In this episode of the Cogitations podcast, hosted by Tony Brewer, the core topic revolves around the concept of absolute truth. Brewer begins with an introduction to the podcast series and a biblical reference from Daniel 7:28. He emphasizes…
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about Christianity Now, reality reasserts itself s7e11
Reality Reasserts: Faith, Truth, and the Role of Boundaries In this episode of Christianity Now, hosts Tony Brewer and Aaron Dotson engage in a broad discussion covering various topics about faith, truth, and societal issues. Aaron shares updates on his life, including his move to Jacksonville,...
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about the end goal of God's Word s7e10
In this video, we explore how the Word of God serves as the foundation for Christian morality, shapes our ethical behavior, and guides us toward becoming more like Christ. Drawing from scripture, we discuss the importance of anchoring our lives in God’s unchanging truth, the connection between...
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Exploring Hedonism, Free Will, and God’s Design | Free For All Friday's Cogitations s7e9
Join Tony on this episode of Free For All Friday's Cogitations as he dives into theological and philosophical questions about why hedonism is so appealing to the carnal mind, the nature of sin and temptation, and God's reasons for creating such a world. Tony answers viewer questions, provides...
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about our location of worship s7e8
is Cogitations evening edition. This wont be a regular thing but I thought I would get on here and see who came out of the woodwork. The show tonight will be totally viewer driven. Come in and ask your questions or anything. Be sure to support the channel and the work by going to Facebook and...
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about apologetics, arguing for God's existence s7e7
I have always said that atheist and religous people believe the same thing about the orgen of the universe and species. In this video we'll look at 6 miracles both Christians and Atheist believe in order to explain our existence. Be sure to support the channel and the work by going to Facebook…
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about Christianity Now, the blueprint of the church s7e6 (s3e3)
From the end of the second chapter of the book of Ephesians there is a descriptive blueprint of the church. For years I have been using this text to preach about the structure of the church for which Jesus died. Tune in and let me know what you think. Is this a good illustration? Are you a…
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about Free For All Friday, talking about birthday celebration s7e5
It is Free For All Friday once again. Join in live as from the beginning of the show we take your comments and questions live on the air. We pray someting edifying and informative is said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: [email protected] Be sure to...
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about building on the ROCK of CHRIST s7e4
Discover the life-changing truth from Matthew 7:21-27 as Jesus reveals the difference between empty religion and true obedience. Explore the vivid contrast between the wise builder, who stands firm on the solid rock, and the foolish builder, whose foundation crumbles. Learn how Jesus’ teaching...
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Christianity Now, by their fruits: repentance and kingdom readiness s7e3 (s3e2)
Join us as we explore Jesus’ teaching from Matthew 7:15-20, where He warns against false prophets and reveals how true faith is discerned by its fruits. Discover how this message connects to Israel’s history under the Mosaic covenant, their failure to recognize the Messiah, and the consequences…
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about Free For All Friday, Listener driven show s7e2
It is Free For All Friday once again. Join in live as from the beginning of the show we take your comments and questions live on the air. We pray someting edifying and informative is said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: [email protected] Be sure to...
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Season 7 episode 1, back to basics s7e1
Well, we have taken a little hiatus. We are back and on track. Hopefully you will enjoy this archive of the livestream I did on YouTube/Facebook. I very much want to stress, we want your feed back, podcast audio listeners especially, we never hear from you. Let us know how we can offer engaging…
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about FFAF, listener question about holidays s6e221
It is Free For All Friday once again. Join in live as from the beginning of the show we take your comments and questions live on the air. We pray someting edifying and informative is said. for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: http://gmail.com Be sure to follow us on…
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about Christianity Now, Do Christians rejoice at murder? s6e220
The assassination of this healthcare CEO is really bothering. There are two extreme responses. One of joy and one of, well, something else. One response is the joy of an enemy getting his just deserts the other is pearl clutching about the aforementioned response. In this episode Aaron and Tony...
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about the frequency of the Lord's Supper
This episode is answering a listener question from the Romans 10:17 episode. Is it logically reasonable to conclude that the correct frequency of the observance of the Lord's Supper is weekly on the first day of the week? I say, yes. Tune in and participate in the discussion. for Bible questions...
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about Christianity Now, Faith from Romans 10:17 defined
Many cite "5 steps" when it comes to God's plan of salvation. In this episode Aaron and Tony will look at this practice and discuss some issues with it specifically the idea that the first step is to hear because faith cometh by hearing the Word of God. Perhaps after this episode some will have a...
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about Christianity Now, Denominationalism and the church s5e217
There is a post on Facebook criticizing the Church of Christ in the USA. I find much of what the post says true but there are some issues born from biases, I belive. Join in Aaron and Tony as they disucss the propositions implied in the post. Has the Lord's church devolved into a denomination?…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
These podcasts are from livestreams that I broadcast about topics of discussion in the ”We Talk Truth” group. For more information see wetalktruth.com or search for the group on Facebook.
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