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Practically Christian
by Luke Heirendt
The word “Christian” literally means “little Christ,” so if you’re a Christian, people should be able see the character of Jesus in you.This is a high calling that—if we’re being honest—we get wrong much of the time. The question is: how do you grow in becoming like Jesus?Podcast hosts Luke & Janelle Heirendt and Jake Silvera share honestly about their own failures and successes in seeking to live out the Jesus way of life in a conversation designed to help you know Jesus more deeply and follow Him more faithfully.
Episodes
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The Art of Listening Well
Join us as we continue our conversation about disagreeing well and dive in to the topic of listening!
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The Art of Disagreeing Well
It feels as if we're living in a time when people have lost the ability to discuss something, disagree about it, and still walk away as friends. How can we, as followers of Jesus, relearn the lost art of disagreeing well? Furthermore, what does it look like to be convince-able but not gullible?...
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Discipleship, Pride and playing Matchmaker (Faith & Film #6)
In this final episode of our Faith and Film series (and our second discussing Emma) Practically Christian hosts Luke and Janelle Heirendt and Jake Silvera explore the deeper spiritual themes of pride, discipleship, and the illusion of control. Emma Woodhouse may be charming and clever, but her…
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Emma and Tough Love (Faith & Film #5)
In this episode of Practically Christian, hosts Luke and Janelle Heirendt and Jake Silvera dive into Emma. (2020), a visually stunning and delightfully sharp adaptation of Jane Austen’s classic novel. On the surface, it’s a story of romance and matchmaking, but beneath the charm and wit lies a...
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Scott Pilgrim vs Himself (Faith & Film 4)
In this episode of Practically Christian, we dive into Scott Pilgrim vs. the World to explore how identity, self-respect, and spiritual growth shape our relationships and faith. Scott’s journey isn’t just about winning Ramona—it’s about transformation. We unpack his false self-perception, the...
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Scott Pilgrim vs. Practically Christian (Faith & Film #3)
In this episode ofPractically Christian, hosts Luke and Janelle Heirendt and Jake Silvera dive into the chaotic, hilarious, and surprisingly deep world ofScott Pilgrim vs. the World. At first glance, it’s a quirky, video game-inspired love story—but beneath the surface, it’s a battle against...
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The Theology Behind Tenet (Faith & Film 2)
Join us for our deep dive into the theological topics that are raised by the movie Tenet. In this episode we'll dive into topics such as: Does God know the future before it happens? If so, does He change his actions in the present based on that knowledge? And, finally, are there things that…
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What's Going on in Tenet? (Faith & Film #1)
Join us as we discuss one of Luke's favorite films: Tenet. In this episode we break down the plot, what we love and hate about the film, and some initial thoughts about how films in general-and this one specifically-can point us toward the work of Christ. Also, if you listen to the podcast in...
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Entering into Advent
Merry Christmas from Practically Christian! We're offering a special bonus episode on Christmas Eve to celebrate what the season of Advent means.
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The Deadly Sin of Lust
Join hosts Jake Silvera and Luke and Janelle Heirendt as we dive into our final discussion on the seven deadly sins. In this episode we explore the sin of lust, differentiate between natural attraction and lustful thoughts, and offer some of the things we've learned about how to work against…
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The Deadly Sin of Gluttony
Welcome to Practically Christian! In this episode we take everyone's favorite subject, food, and heap a pile of shame on it. Just kidding! In reality, exploring the sin of gluttony should not lead to shame about food, but a desire to enjoy food the way God intended: with joy, but not...
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The Deadly Sin of Sloth
Join hosts Luke and Janelle Heirendt and Janelle Heirendt as return to a conversation about the seven deadly sins. In today's episode we discuss the sin of sloth, signs that it is affecting you, and how to begin working to overcome it.
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The Spirit and the Bride (Foundations of the Christian Faith #4)
In this final session of our I.Q. Church Class on theology, Jake and Luke explore the profound roles of the Holy Spirit and the Church, often referred to as the Bride of Christ. In this class, we dive into the Holy Spirit's crucial functions in our spiritual lives, including regeneration,...
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The Son of God and Salvation (Foundations of the Christian Faith #3)
Welcome to Class 3 of the "Foundations of Theology" I.Q. Church series taught by Luke and Jake! We're taking a break from our normally scheduled podcast series to bring you this teaching. In this session, we dive deep into two essential aspects of the Christian faith: Jesus Christ as the Son of...
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The Creator and Corruption (The Foundations of the Christian Faith #2)
In this episode Luke and Jake continue teaching the "Foundations of Theology" I.Q. Church series for Creekside Community Church. In this session, we explore two foundational truths: God as the Creator and the corruption of creation through sin. We dig into the distinct role of God the Father in...
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The Testimony and the Trinity (Foundations of the Christian Faith 1)
For the next month, we're taking a break from our current series to bring you the Foundations of the Christian Faith. This is a series of classes taught at Creekside Community Church by Luke and Jake. Welcome to Class #1! In this session, we dive into the fundamentals of theology—what it is, why…
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The Deadly Sin of Wrath
Join Luke and Janelle Heirendt and Jake Silvera as we discuss wrath and how to work to become slow to anger--like the Lord.
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The Deadly Sin of Envy
Join us as we continue our conversation about the seven deadly sins. Hosts Luke and Janelle Heirendt and Jake Silvera tackle the sin of envy and explore the differences between good and bad jealousy.
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The Deadly Sin of Greed
In this week's episode cohosts Jake Silvera and Luke and Janelle Heirendt discuss the deadly sin of pride.
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The Deadly Sin of Pride
Join hosts Jake Silvera and Luke and Janelle Heirendt as we kick off a discussion about the seven deadly sins. This week we dive into the sin of pride.
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Answering Your Questions
Join Luke and Janelle (Jake is out camping with friends) as we answer three listener submitted questions: Did Jesus stay human even after His ascension to heaven? If Jesus was not the biological son of Joseph, how was He a descendant of David? And: Do tough times mean God is pruning us?
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What We're Reading
Join Luke, Janelle, and Jake as we share what we've been reading and what we've been learning. Plus, listen to the end for our least favorite books of all time (reader beware!).
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Can a Christian Break the Speed Limit?
Welcome to our final installment of our "Can a Christian...?" series. In this episode we discuss and debate whether or not Christians can break "harmless" laws or not.
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Can a Christian Commit Suicide?
Please note: We are covering a sensitive topic today. However, this is an important subject to learn about, so let's get practical and discuss death by suicide.
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Can a Christian get a tattoo?
Join us for a practical conversation about whether or not Christians should get a tattoo--in light of the Old Testament prohibitions.
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Raising Children in the Faith Part 3
In this final installment of our series about raising children in the Christian faith we discuss the concept of ownership: How can we help kids and teens make their walk with Jesus their own?
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Raising Children in the Faith Part 2
In this enlightening episode, we dive into the essential role you play in nurturing faith outside the church walls, especially with the children in your life. We discuss the potential risks of leaving spiritual education solely in the hands of "professionals" and explore the importance of...
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Raising Children in the Faith Part 1
As parents, friends, relatives, and mentors we have an impact on the children, youth, and young adults in our lives. Join us as we begin to discuss ways Christians can effectively pass on the faith to he the next generation.
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What is the "glory" of God? (Metaphor & the Bible #3)
Christians often talk about God's "glory," but what is it? Does God do things for His glory? What does it mean to do things for the glory of God? Join us in this final installment (for now) of our series on Metaphor and the Bible and find out!
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What is Heaven? Where is Heaven?
Join us for part 2 of our "Metaphor in the Bible" series. Because it is true that what you hope for shapes what you live for, it is crucial for followers of Jesus to correctly understand our shared eternal hope.
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Does "Dead" Mean "Dead?"
Join us as we explore metaphor in the Bible.
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Why are Atheists so Good? Why are Christians so Hypocritical?
Join hosts Luke and Janelle Heirendt and Jake Silvera as we address a listener submitted question. In this episode we respond to two different youtube videos by atheists addressing the interrelated problems of Christian hypocrisy, and the high level of morality of atheists in comparison to other...
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How A.I. is Being Used on Us (Scripture & Silicon 3)
Join us for our final conversation about artificial intelligence. We've learned that A.I. is a powerful tool, so we should not be afraid to put it to work. But how is it being used on us?
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How Christians Can and Should Use A.I. (Scripture & Silicon #2)
This is episode two out of a three part series exploring Artificial Intelligence. Join us as we discuss how to think Christianly about using A.I. in a productive way.
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A.I. and the Imago Dei (Scripture & Silicon 1)
Join us as we explore the intersection of theology and technology. In this series we explore Scriptural and practical aspects of Artificial Intelligence. In part one, we explore the Image of God and A.I. The basis of this conversation is an educational seminar the Luke Heirendt presented at...
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32. How to Hear God's Voice 3: Fears and concerns about prayer
In this final installment of our series on how to hear God's voice we address common questions and fears. We all have fears about hearing God incorrectly or not at all, such as: How can I tell the difference between the voice in my head and God? What if it is Satan disguising himself as God? What...
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31. How to Hear God's Voice 2: God speaks through His Word
Join us as we discuss how God speaks through His Word: the Scriptures. Do we just need to read the Bible and take its lessons, or is the Holy Spirit active in our hearts and minds as we read? We invite you to practice reading the Bible in a new way with us as we look at the story of Peter walking...
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30. How to Hear God's Voice #1: God Speaks
Many Christians struggle with hearing God's voice. In this series of episodes we explore the fact that God desires to speak to us. Join us as we have a conversation exploring questions like: Is prayer a one way street where we talk to God and he listens, or does it go both ways? How does he…
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29. The Dangers of Progressivism
Progressivism -- for some this term represents everything right in the direction of our politics and society, and for others, it's code for everything wrong. What is the worldview of Progressivism? As Christians, how can we interact with Progressivism in a way that is faithful to the call of Jesus?
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28. The Dangers of Christian Nationalism
Christian Nationalism is on the rise in America and lots of other places too! What is it, and how should we think about patriotism and its intersection with Christian faith?
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27. Angry God of the Old Testament? #4 Praying for Slaughter
Well-known atheist, Richard Dawkins, wrote: "The God of the Old Testament is arguably the most unpleasant character in all fiction: jealous and proud of it; a petty, unjust, unforgiving control-freak; a vindictive, bloodthirsty ethnic cleanser; a misogynistic, homophobic, racist, infanticidal,...
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26. Angry God of the Old Testament? #3 The death of Achan and his family
Well-known atheist, Richard Dawkins, wrote: "The God of the Old Testament is arguably the most unpleasant character in all fiction: jealous and proud of it; a petty, unjust, unforgiving control-freak; a vindictive, bloodthirsty ethnic cleanser; a misogynistic, homophobic, racist, infanticidal,...
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25. Angry God of the Old Testament? #2 The Conquest
Well-known atheist, Richard Dawkins, wrote: "The God of the Old Testament is arguably the most unpleasant character in all fiction: jealous and proud of it; a petty, unjust, unforgiving control-freak; a vindictive, bloodthirsty ethnic cleanser; a misogynistic, homophobic, racist, infanticidal,...
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24. Angry God of the Old Testament? #1 The Flood
Well-known atheist, Richard Dawkins, wrote: "The God of the Old Testament is arguably the most unpleasant character in all fiction: jealous and proud of it; a petty, unjust, unforgiving control-freak; a vindictive, bloodthirsty ethnic cleanser; a misogynistic, homophobic, racist, infanticidal,...
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It's been a minute or two (years)
We're back! It has been two years since we've released an episode. Why is that? Welp, a lot of life change happened. Catch up on what has been happening with us. Good news: If you're subscribed to the show, you will begin getting episodes every two weeks.
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23. How to Hospitality: Interview with Dave & Teresa Schoel
Why should hospitality be a cornerstone of the Christian life? And, if you're unsure about how to get started, where do you begin? Listen in as we interview our friends, Dave and Teresa Schoel about how their family practices hospitality together.
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22. Sanctification #3
So far in this series, we've discussed how the moment you entrust yourself to Jesus, God sanctifies you. In the last episode, we discussed how the ongoing process of sanctification involves taking off the old self--meaning demolishing bad habits/ways of life that keep you from who God wants you…
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21. Sanctification(Mortification) #2
On this episode of Practically Christian we look at the topic of Mortification and how it plays a role in our sanctification. Mortification is the destruction of sin in our lives. While sanctification is normally understood in a positive side, becoming more like Christ, mortification is the...
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20. Sanctification #1
To be sanctified means to be holy-fied. While many people think of sanctification as something that happens as you become more like Christ, the Bible also speaks about sanctification in the past tense. It is something that happened to you the moment you entrusted yourself to Christ. Discussion...
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19. Persecution and the Church: Part 2
Jesus warned us that persecution is to be expected. That's true globally for the church -- but what does it mean for us? Join the second half of our conversation about modern day persecution and how it affects us and our witness. Suggested Resources: Voice of the Martyrs Radio/Podcast Write to...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The word “Christian” literally means “little Christ,” so if you’re a Christian, people should be able see the character of Jesus in you.This is a high calling that—if we’re being honest—we get wrong much of the time. The question is: how do you grow in becoming like Jesus?Podcast hosts Luke & Janelle Heirendt and Jake Silvera share honestly about their own failures and successes in seeking to live out the Jesus way of life in a conversation designed to help you know Jesus more deeply and follow Him more faithfully.
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The word “Christian” literally means “little Christ,” so if you’re a Christian, people should be able see the character of Jesus in you.This is a high calling that—if we’re being honest—we get wrong much of the time. The question is: how do you grow in becoming like Jesus?Podcast hosts Luke &...
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