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Play the Man

Straight answers to the most pressing questions about the Christian life.

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    Ep. 98: A Primer on Dispensationalism

    The dominant form of theology in America has been dispensationalism for decades. In recent years, however, its perch is being threatened, and this episode will seek to define and explain the system.

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    Ep. 97: Spiritual Gifts and Denominations

    We all believe that Spiritual Gifts are given in a variety, and in different measures to local churches, but is it possible that this also applies to whole denominations of churches?

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    Ep. 96: Christian Opportunity Cost

    If you are doing one thing, you are not doing another thing...have we even thought about what we give up by our present decisions?

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    Ep. 95: Inheritance for Unbelieving Children

    How should we think about inheritance whenever we sadly have unbelieving children alongside believers?

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    Ep. 94: Have Your Pets Spayed or Neutered?

    Natural law, the dominion mandate, and pets are the topic of the day!

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    Ep. 93: Church Mishmash

    A modern America sees doctrinal cross-pollination that we have not seen before. How is the church to handle this new challenge?

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    Ep. 92: Tattoos

    This week is a listener question about tattoos and the permissibility or wisdom of them.

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    Ep. 91: The Beauty of Reformed Doctrine

    This episode seeks to appreciate our forefathers and the beauty of the historic Christian doctrines rediscovered in the Reformation.

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    Ep. 90: The God of the Old and New Testaments

    Does God treat His enemies differently in the New Testament from how they were treated in the Old?

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    Ep. 89: Distinguishing Fruit from Religious Activity

    In an era with limitless online ministries and social media posturing, how is a Christian supposed to discern good fruit from public platitudes?

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    Ep. 88: Christianity is Fun

    In this episode, we look at the dangers of pietism against the joys of giving thanks to God for the good things He gives us to enjoy with others.

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    Ep. 87: The Value of Consistency

    It is not flashy to be the constant force who does right everyday, but it is necessary if we want to take back our families, churches, and country!

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    Ep. 86: Escaping the Reformed Island

    We have completely lost the vision for local churches cooperating to grow their effectiveness in growing the Kingdom.

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    Ep. 85: Teaching Boys and Girls Differently

    This week's episode responds to a listener question about avoiding the demolition of the distinctions between boys and girls by how we teach them at home.

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    Ep. 84: Out of Context: Jeremiah 29:11

    Few verses are ripped out of context as often as Jeremiah 29:11. This episode attempts to right that wrong by teaching what this verse is truly about!

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    Ep. 83: Immigration and Emotional Sabotage

    In the midst of civil unrest, it is a good time for Christians to identify and prepare against the deceptive tactics of those who promote lawlessness.

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    Ep. 82: Patriarchy in Action

    Many conservative Christians have recently adopted the term "patriarchy", but has this rhetoric changed the way homes work?

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    Ep. 81: Christian Citizenship

    This episode dives into a listener question about how Christians work for the good of their country, and how this contrasts with unchristian citizens.

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    Ep. 80: Divorce and Remarriage

    In a culture awash with divorce and cavalier remarriage, we look at what Scripture says and apply it to the most difficult situations.

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    Ep. 79: Planning for a New Year

    Changes in the calendar give us time to reflect and plan ahead. This episode will give some insight into how to better plan for the future.

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    Ep. 78: Modesty

    In an age awash with promiscuity and immodesty, Christians must not sin against God and their neighbor in how they dress and carry themselves.

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    Ep. 77: A Brief History of Christmas

    Many half-baked theories crowd the internet, but why do we celebrate Christmas?

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    Ep. 76: Friendship Tactics

    This episode focuses on the need to make friends, and some advice on how to navigate friendships.

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    Ep. 75: Social Media

    The last of the six-pack of vices focuses on one of the great mind-shapers of our generation...social media.

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    Ep. 74: Grumbling

    Part five of the six-pack of vices will focus on one of the earliest and most dangerous sins of human history, the grumbling of God's people.

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    Ep. 73: Gossip

    In part four of a six part series of vises, we will examine the corrosive effects of gossip on churches, families, and friendships.

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    Ep. 72: Gaming and Gambling

    In part three of a six part series of vises, we will examine the threat of video games, gambling, and recreation gone wild.

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    Ep. 71: The Sin of Intoxication

    This episode is the second of a six part series on common vises of our day.

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    Ep. 70: The Sin of Gluttony

    This is the first in a six part series concerning common vises of our day that impede our growth as Christians.

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    Ep. 69: Further Instructions for Men

    This is a follow-up to a recent sermon where we will delve further into how men must learn from and disciple each other.

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    Ep. 68: Further Instructions for Women

    This is a follow-up to a recent sermon that will focus on how women must disciple each other for the church to be sound and strong.

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    Ep. 67: Focus on the Educational Fundamentals

    Homeschooling is a huge challenge, but in order to encourage and gain effectiveness, we should narrow down to essential goals and attack them with everything we've got!

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    Ep. 66: When Convictions Change

    Change is scary, and it can be a dangerous sign. This episode examines the rewards and pitfalls of changing convictions over time.

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    Ep. 65: Honor Our Fathers

    Hebrews 11 gives us a powerful insight into how the Lord looks at those who lived and died by faith. The question is, will we learn from this or continue the way of the world in dishonoring our fathers?

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    Ep. 64: Proper Love and Hate

    In the wake of political upheaval from the assassination of Charlie Kirk, it is long past time for Christians to take a close look at what we must do, not do, and demand from our leaders.

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    Ep. 63: The Power of Institutions

    In a day where seemingly every Christian institution has compromised, what are faithful believers to do?

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    Ep. 62: The Difficulty of Forgiveness

    There is perhaps no greater imitation of Christ than when we forgive, but this is much easier said than done!

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    Ep. 61: Creeds, Confessions, and CBC

    Today is another listener question regarding our use of creeds and confessions in corporate worship.

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    Ep. 60: How to Build Strong Friendships

    In an age of loneliness, we should examine and learn how to cultivate deep and lasting friendships for the good of our church and families.

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    Ep. 59: Homeschooling with Purpose

    Today we examine the importance of setting goals in the education of our children.

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    Ep. 58: Did the Holy Spirit Indwell OT Saints?

    Many are unclear about how people were saved before Jesus ushered in the New Covenant with His sacrifice. Today we will look at this in some depth.

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    Ep. 57: You Must Give Grace to Others

    We now know you cannot definitionally give yourself grace, but should we extend grace to others?

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    Ep. 56: Stop Giving Yourself Grace

    Laziness or Holiness? Is it even possible for one to "give myself grace"?

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    Ep. 55: Oops...I Got Excommunicated!

    Church discipline is often talked about, but far too seldom is the process followed. Christians must understand the correct process in order to avoid destroying relationships over unproven allegations.

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    Ep. 54: Member's Meetings

    This episode will lay out a vision for member's meetings and how we can best pursue the mission of the church by preparing and coming together for member's meetings.

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    Ep. 53: Christian Use of Technology (Pt. 3)

    A conversation with Tyler McMahan of Athletes in Action about the modern dangers of smartphones, social media, and AI.

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    Ep. 52: Christian Use of Technology (Pt. 2)

    A conversation with Tyler McMahan of Athletes in Action about the modern dangers of smartphones, social media, and AI.

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    Ep. 51: Christian Use of Technology (Pt. 1)

    A conversation with Tyler McMahan of Athletes in Action about the modern dangers of smartphones, social media, and AI.

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    Ep. 50: Chill Out About Dating

    The marriage statistics in America are alarming, but perhaps even more alarming in Reformed Churches where large families are desired highly.

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    Ep. 49: Stop Caring About Other People's Feelings!

    This episode deals with anxiety, relational strife, and the need to avoid the cultural urge to drown in other people's feelings.

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Straight answers to the most pressing questions about the Christian life.

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Josh Rice

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