The Postscript Show

Conflict is everywhere. Nations wage war against nations. Churches divide, families fracture, friendships dissolve, and even within the human heart there is pride, fear, and bitterness. Scripture reveals that conflict is not merely psychological or circumstantial—it is spiritual.From Satan's rebellion in heaven to the fall of Adam and Eve in the garden, the story of humanity has been marked by disunity and broken fellowship. Yet in the midst of that reality, God reveals Himself as the Great Peacemaker in the short but powerful epistle to Philemon. Through this personal letter, the Apostle Paul provides a living picture of Gospel-centered reconciliation.In this episode of PostScript, Brandon Briscoe welcomes Pastor John Wright, author of Peacekeepers: Conflict Management and the Epistle to Philemon, for a discussion on the spiritual roots of conflict and the biblical path toward reconciliation. Together, they examine how Paul's mediation between Philemon and Onesimus demonstrates God's heart for restoration, forgiveness, and unity among believers.Topics discussed include:• The biblical origin of conflict• The difference between peacemaking and peacekeeping• Paul's model of mediation in Philemon• Practical principles for resolving conflict in the local church• How the Gospel transforms broken relationships• Building and maintaining a culture of peace among believersWhether facing church conflict, family tensions, strained friendships, or personal struggles, listeners will find biblical wisdom and practical guidance for pursuing peace God's way.Visit https://lfbi.org/learnmore

In this new Ps+ series, we join Pastor Chris Allred as he takes us through a personal, practical set of episodes focused on development in the area of ministry leadership. 

When Christians think of missionary history, the names most often remembered are the bold pioneers, famous martyrs, and larger-than-life evangelists. Yet some of Christ's most influential servants lived lives marked not by public acclaim but by quiet, steadfast faithfulness.In this episode, we continue our Unknown Missionary series by exploring the life and ministry of Wesley Duewel—missionary to India, missions leader, author, and passionate advocate for prayer. Though his name may not be widely recognized today, his influence has reached across generations and around the world through his teaching, leadership, and deep conviction that the true power behind missions is dependence upon God.Joining us is James Fyffe as we discuss Duewel's remarkable century-long ministry and the enduring lessons his life offers to ordinary believers who simply desire to obey Christ faithfully.Whether you are involved in missions, ministry leadership, or personal discipleship, this conversation will encourage you to pursue a life of faithful service and prayerful dependence upon the Lord.For more information, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 274.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

Few responsibilities shape the next generation more profoundly than parenting, yet few areas of life are more vulnerable to subtle compromise, misplaced priorities, and spiritual drift. Many parents genuinely love their children, provide for their needs, protect them, and give them every opportunity to succeed, yet still unknowingly cultivate homes where Christ is not central, discipleship is neglected, biblical discipline is inconsistent, and a passion for the Lord slowly fades.In this episode, we examine the hidden patterns that can poison a home over time—not only through overt abuse or hostility, but through distraction, passivity, emotional disengagement, worldly influences, and a lack of intentional spiritual leadership. We discuss the tremendous impact of parental example, the biblical purpose of discipline, the God-given mission of the Christian family, and how parents can cultivate a home where truth, grace, conviction, and authentic faith thrive together.Whether you are raising young children, shepherding teenagers, preparing for parenthood, or reflecting on your own upbringing, this conversation offers a sobering yet practical challenge to evaluate the spiritual culture of your home and embrace God's design for biblical parenting.Today, we are joined by Pastor Justin Trotter of Callie Harbin Baptist Church and a recent guest host on PS+, where he has been exploring the dangers of "Poisonous Parenting" and calling believers back to a Christ-centered vision for the home.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

On this long-form episode of the Ps+ we join Pastor Blade Sbisa in a discussion about what makes us human. 

There is a theological thread woven throughout Scripture that many Christians have never fully traced—a theme that stretches from Eden to eternity, from the wilderness tabernacle to the New Jerusalem. It is the story of God dwelling with humanity.In this episode, we explore the "Seven Temples" of the Bible and uncover how each temple reveals something profound about God's character, humanity's rebellion, Christ's redemptive work, and the ultimate purpose of history itself. From the Ark of the Covenant and the glory of Solomon's Temple to the New Testament believer and the future temple yet to come, this conversation brings together prophecy, theology, typology, and the gospel into one sweeping biblical narrative. If you enjoy seeing how the whole Bible connects, this episode will be deeply rewarding.To discuss today's topic, we are joined by Sam Miles, President of the Living Faith Bible Institute and a Biblical Studies instructor at LFBI.For more information, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 272.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

For centuries, Christians have wrestled with one of the most important questions in theology: when Jesus says, “No man can come to me, except the Father which hath sent me draw him,” what exactly does He mean? Is Christ describing an irresistible act of divine selection given only to a predetermined few, or is He revealing the gracious provision of God through the very person and work of Christ Himself?As we look at the Bread of Life discourse in John 6, is there an emphasis on an unconditional decree, or does the instruction reveal an all-sufficient Christ who satisfies the deepest hunger of mankind? Whether you are firmly committed to Calvinism, deeply opposed to it, or simply trying to understand the text more clearly, today’s episode aims to challenge assumptions, sharpen biblical thinking, and ultimately point listeners back to the beauty and sufficiency of Christ.For this conversation, we are joined by Leighton Flowers, professor of theology at Trinity Seminary and host of the Soteriology 101 podcast. Leighton has recently written a book called Drawn by Jesus, a direct engagement with the Calvinistic interpretation of John 6 and a response to the arguments popularized by James White.For more information, follow the link to read the notes for Episode 271.Purchase Dr. Flowers’ book Drawn by JesusVisit Dr. Flowers site at https://soteriology101.com/Visit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore

In the final episode of Pastor Justin Trotter's series on biblical parenting, we discuss the importance of the ministry of reconciliation in how our children are envisioned in their walk with Christ. 

What do you do when you're on the mission field and the plan you penciled down doesn’t work out the way you imagined—when your circumstances are less than ideal? For a lot of missionaries—and honestly, for anyone serious about ministry—trusting God with the unknown is just part of the experience. You don’t always get to choose the setting, the timing, or the conditions… but you do get to choose how you respond.Faith has a way of shifting your perspective. Instead of slipping into a “woe is me” mindset, faith gives you the resolve to work with whatever God has put in front of you—even if it’s not what you would’ve picked. Whether it’s a living room, a coffee shop, or something completely unexpected, the question isn’t whether it’s ideal—it’s whether you’ll be faithful with it.Today we’re joined by Kale Horvath, a missionary who has spent just over five years ministering in Budapest. As part of our ongoing series, “The Dilemma of Church Spaces,” he shares the story of how God provided a meeting space for their growing church—an unexpected provision that reminds us how the Lord works through simple faith and a willingness to use whatever He puts in front of us.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

Few doctrines stir up more unease in the modern church than the topic of hell. Even recently in the Christian podcast world, debates on the doctrine of hell have been highly publicized. Long-held assumptions about hell and damnation are being challenged by a broader cultural discomfort with the idea of divine judgment.Many believers have recently been asking: Is conscious torment biblical? Is hell a place where all the unjust live eternally? In this episode, we step into that very debate—not to inflame controversy, but to carefully examine what the Bible says about the eternal destiny of the lost, the character of God, and the urgency of the gospel.Join us as we discuss the traditional view, as well as Universalism and Annihilationism, in light of what the Bible actually says. For this conversation, we are joined by Dr. Chris Best, instructor of Missiology at the Living Faith Bible Institute.For more information on this topic, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 269.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ we join Pastor Justin Trotter for a conversation about the need for parents to have an authentic passion in a relationship with Jesus Christ. 

Dispensationalism has been all over theological and political media recently. It is often discussed but frequently misunderstood and, at times, dismissed by those who have never carefully examined it. As a framework for understanding the Bible, dispensationalism has taken many forms and expressions…So what is dispensationalism?Does it have historical precedent, or is it merely an invention of post-Enlightenment Zionists? Is dispensationalism forcing something onto the text that isn’t there, or is it simply drawing out a framework already embedded in the fabric of Scripture itself? What should dispensationalism look like? Can it be defined using the Bible itself?In this episode, we take a closer look at the idea of God’s unfolding administration across time. Along the way, we challenge common misconceptions, reconsider false assumptions, and explore why a clear, biblically grounded understanding of dispensations matters for how we interpret the whole of God’s Word.For this conversation, we are joined by Dr. James Fazio, Dean of Bible and Theology at Southern California Seminary, and co-editor and contributor to Discovering Dispensationalism: Tracing the Development of Dispensational Thought from the First to the Twenty-First Century.Purchase Discovering DispensationalismFor more information, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 268.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ we join Pastor Justin Trotter to discuss the critical importance of raising awareness of Satan’s devices of temptation and derailment in our children—and how we can train them to respond biblically. 

Has God been changing the way He saves people throughout history—or has the message always been the same? Were people under the Law saved by keeping the Law—or has it always been grace through faith? If salvation is by grace through faith today, what exactly saved people before the cross?In this episode of The Postscript, we tackle an often-misunderstood aspect of dispensational theology, the relationship between the dispensations and the gospel itself. From Eden to the Church age, we trace the thread of redemption and confront the claim that Scripture presents multiple ways of salvation. Instead, we uncover a powerful, unifying truth—every dispensation declares the same saving reality: grace through faith. Join us as we bring clarity to progressive revelation, challenge common objections, and show how the finished work of Christ stands at the center of God’s plan in every age.We are joined by Kale Horvath, a missionary and church planter in Budapest Hungary—a graduate of LFBI—and author of “Brainwashed: Deconstructing the Battle for our Minds”. We are so glad to have him with us to discuss this critical subject.For more information, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 267.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

Few questions shape our confidence in the Bible more than this one: Has God actually preserved His words for us today? Most Christians readily affirm that Scripture was inspired in the beginning—but far fewer have considered what it means for God to preserve His word through history. In this episode, we explore the doctrine of preservation by looking at the Bible’s own testimony about its endurance, the process by which Scripture was written, copied, and transmitted through generations, and why this issue ultimately forces every believer to make a decision about the authority of the Bible they hold in their hands. If God promised to preserve His words, where can they be found—and what does that mean for the church? Pastor Troy Stogsdill of First Baptist Church of New Philadelphia recently completed a thoughtful and challenging sermon series titled The Promise of Preservation.  Today he and I will explore the central ideas of the series and why it remains a vital issue for the certainty and authority of the word of God today. Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ Pastor Justin Trotter walks through ways in which being disingenuous and inauthentic in our walk with Christ can be poisonous to our childrens' growth and our relationship with them. 

In an expensive city, “meeting space” is one of the greatest tests to the fidelity of a pastor’s vision. Where you gather shapes how you gather, what you can sustain, and how your people think about stewardship, stability, and mission. And when a church doesn’t own its space, it lives with a constant paradox: the freedom of being nimble next to the vulnerability of being temporary. Today’s episode is about that pressure—how to steward God’s resources wisely—and how to keep the mission central when the ground keeps shifting underneath you—how do we think biblically about buildings without making buildings the goal.Our guest is Mike Reneau, a church planting pastor who’s been in Boston since 2020. Mike and his team began with a small core and initially rented a beautiful, affordable church space downtown with room to grow—until they were asked to leave by the owners because of their position on the King James Bible, forcing them to start fresh. Since then, the work has adapted, relocating to Newton, Massachusetts, where the context is more family-centric and the ministry rhythms have had to mature. In our conversation, Mike shares what he’s learned about stewardship, urban ministry realities, ownership versus renting, and how a church can stay light on its feet without losing its footing.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

Every growing church eventually runs into a question that isn’t just practical—it’s pastoral: What do we do when the work is outgrowing the room? A building can be a blessing, but it can also become a bottleneck. And when a congregation has poured love, labor, and resources into a space, the thought of moving on to a new building brings real tension—feelings of uncertainty and—not to mention— the potential for distraction from the mission. In today’s episode, we’re talking about what it looks like to pursue more space without losing spiritual focus: how to think clearly about stewardship, how to lead people through change, and how to make decisions that keep prayer, evangelism, and discipleship at the center.My guest is Lee Ridings, pastor of Greater Hope Baptist Church in Dallas, Georgia. Lee planted the church about twelve years ago, now the congregation is filling the pews and outgrowing their space, forcing a new season of questions that should help pastors and church planters trust the Lord for “space” in his timing.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ we join Pastor Justin Trotter again to discuss the necessity for discipleship as a priority in the home. 

Baptism is one of the most familiar practices in Christianity—and one of the most misunderstood. Is it a symbol, a sacrament, a step of obedience, or the moment salvation happens? In this episode we trace baptism throughout the Bible and through its many different religious expressions in order to find out what’s doctrinally true. Along the way we tackle infant baptism, baptismal regeneration, “baptism by fire,” and why Baptists have historically treated baptism as an ordinance rather than a saving act. If you’ve ever wondered why sincere believers disagree so sharply on something practiced in nearly every church, this conversation will help you see both the history and the doctrine with clarity.Today we’re joined by Dr. Chris Best, instructor of Missiology at the Living Faith Bible Institute. Dr. Best has spent years helping students think carefully about the church’s mission and how doctrine shapes practice in real ministry contexts. His passion for Scripture and clarity in theological issues make him especially helpful for a discussion like this one. Dr. Best, we’re grateful to have you with us—welcome to the show.For more information, please follow the link to read the notes for Episode 263.Additionally, listen to Episode 190: The Age of Accountability According to Scripture, for complementary information.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

In this installment of the Ps+ we join Pastor Justin Trotter for another conversation on the dangers and consequences of a parental testimony that lacks biblical discipline. Full of biblical examples and practical principles, this episode is a must-listen for new and experienced parents and disciplers alike. 

Before we can debate buildings, budgets, or strategy, it’s probably important that we address a simpler question: what did Jesus and the apostles actually mean by “the church”? The New Testament presents the church not as a place but as a gathered people—living, mobile, and shaped to meet the needs of the world they were sent to. In this episode of The Postscript, we step into first-century Christianity to explore how believers met, why homes were so common, what their gatherings focused on, and which patterns were the result of circumstance and which were the result of biblical commands. The goal isn’t to copy the early church mechanically, but to understand the principles that free churches today to adapt faithfully—so that our spaces serve the mission instead of defining it.Our guest today is Pastor Dan Reneau, faculty professor of Biblical Studies at the Living Faith Bible Institute. Dan has served on the front lines of church planting and now finds himself helping support and a new work in St. Louis, giving him both the perspective of a planter and the responsibility of helping church planters. Because of that experience, the question of meeting spaces is personal to how he understands the church's mission.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

In ministry circles we often repeat the phrase, “God doesn’t call the equipped—He equips the called.” But what if that well-meaning statement leaves out something essential? Throughout Scripture, the men God used most were not rushed into leadership—they were shaped, tested, humbled, and prepared long before they were ever placed in front of people. Moses learned obscurity before shepherding a nation, David fought private battles before public ones, Joseph managed faithfully before ruling, and the disciples followed long before they were sent. In this episode we explore the difference between being trained and being formed—between gaining ministry skills and becoming the kind of person God can trust with souls—and why recovering a biblical view of preparation may be one of the most important conversations for the next generation of church leaders.Today we’re joined by Mitch Dobson, an instructor of Bible Survey at the Living Faith Bible Institute. His heart for discipleship and leadership development makes him especially well-suited for a conversation about how God prepares people for ministry, not just in knowledge but in character.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ we join Pastor Justin Trotter to discuss the importance of biblical discipline in raising children. 

Church buildings don’t just house Christians—they are built to facilitate so much more—each building quietly tells a story about what your church values. Long before a word is preached, the space itself establishes the way in which people will engage—how people understand authority, worship, and the mission. For each denomination, and each tradition the building guides believers to better understand their theology in different ways. From persecuted Anabaptists meeting in homes and fields, to simple Baptist meetinghouses in the New World, to revival-era preaching spaces, suburban church complexes, and today’s eclectic mix of megachurches, old buildings and minimalist spaces—by examining what Baptists have built—we ask a foundational question for today: what do our meeting spaces say about what we believe, prioritize and whether our buildings still serve the mission they were meant to support?In today’s episode of the Postscript, I’m joined by Dr. David Bains, professor at Howard College of Arts and Sciences at Samford University. Dr. Bains teaches courses that examine the interaction between theology, culture and religious life. His research has appeared in over a dozen books and journals. Today we hope that Dr. Bains will help us better understand the correlation between the historic Baptist mission and the buildings in which they met.For more information, please follow the link to read the notes for Ep. 260Visit https://magiccityreligion.org/spaces-for-worship/varieties/classic-auditorium/combination/ to see a recent project of Dr. Bains.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore 

Discipleship isn't a ministry of the local church, it is THE ministry of the local church. Disciple Conf is about how to be disciple-makers and how to grow disciple-making ministries and churches. Here you will receive training in the philosophy of biblical discipleship as well as the tools necessary to implement a discipleship ministry within your church.Learn more at lffellowship.com/disc

Church planting involves people, prayer, and the teaching of God’s word—but sooner or later—every church planter runs headlong into a very practical question: where do we actually gather? In a city like London, that question isn’t a footnote—it’s a weekly dilemma. Do you invite strangers into your home, or relegate meetings to public spaces until trust is built? When does a Bible study become a church family, and what kind of space helps that happen? And what do you do when historic church buildings are closing, but you’ve been priced out? Today’s conversation is about that tension: staying faithful to evangelism and discipleship while navigating a city where “space” is scarce, expensive, but important.Our guest is Brian Clark, an experienced church planter who previously planted a church in London in the Chislehurst area—and by God’s grace, that work is now healthy and autonomous. Brian and his family are now stepping out to plant a second church, but even with experience and a deep knowledge of the city, he’s facing fresh uncertainties: how to build fellowship, how to move from street evangelism to intimate community, and how to think creatively about meeting spaces when traditional options feel out of reach.Visit https://lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode, we join Pastor Justin Trotter for a new series focused on potential dangers and mishaps in the process of parenting and raising up children. This series is critical for new parents and even parents with older children. Justin takes the listener through multiple biblical examples of failure in parenting and instructs on how to biblically avoid the same outcomes. 

Every Christian holds a Bible, but few stop to ask why they trust the text in their hands. Questions about manuscripts, translators, editions, and revisions are often treated as technical matters best left to specialists. Yet they carry enormous implications: Is the Bible I hold the very word of God—truly infallible and inerrant?For the preservationist, the story of the English Bible is not one of constant loss and recovery, but of transmission, reception, and faithful use within the life of the church—giving believers confidence in what has been handed down.In this episode of the Postscript, I’m joined by Dr. Jim Alter, pastor of Grace Baptist Church in Sidney, Ohio, and co-founder of Ancient Baptist Press. Dr. Jim is also the founder, curator, and educator behind Purified Seven Times, a traveling exhibit that teaches the history of Bible translation into English with special attention to the preservation of God’s word. Through pastoral ministry, publishing, and hands-on historical education, Dr. Jim helps Christians think carefully—and faithfully—about where their Bible came from and why that history still matters today.Visit https://www.gracebaptistsidney.com/exhibit to learn more about Purified Seven TimesVisit https://lfbi.org/learnmore

The Disciple Conf is a time of fellowship, strategy, and training that calls us to consider the question, "Are we effectively equipping the next generation?" For more information, visit lffellowship.com

When a missionary or pastor plants a church, they’re not just gathering people—they’re making decisions that quietly shape the work for years to come. And one of the decisions that carries great weight is that of “space.” Where do we meet? When do we start on Sundays? How do we stay nimble and mission-focused without being homeless—or overbuilt? Today’s conversation sits right in that tension: the blessings a building can provide, and the burdens it can introduce, especially when the work is still small and the people are still growing.My guest today on the Postscript is Blade Sbisa, a church planting pastor in St. Louis who’s just getting the work on the ground with a small team. Blade recently stepped into a rare opportunity to purchase a church building at a phenomenal price—complete with a parsonage—before the plant is really ready to use it. So what do you do when the building is bigger than the congregation? How does it effect the culture and set expectations? Blade is thinking through it all in real time, and his process will help a lot of planters—and sending churches—think more clearly about buildings, stewardship, and the work of making disciples.For more information, please follow the link to read this episode’s notes.Visit https://lfbi.org/learnmore

In an age of endless Bible translations and growing skepticism about whether we can even know what God has said, many believers are still quietly asking a foundational question: Has God preserved His word? For some, the issue feels academic or maybe even divisive; for others, it strikes at the very heart of authority, confidence, and faith.In today’s episode, we step into that tension in order to provide a clear, thoughtful, and accessible case for the King James Bible and the doctrine of preservation, tracing how careful study, historical research, and biblical conviction can lead a believer to firm ground rather than confusion.Our guest today is Brandon Peterson, podcaster, author, and founder of the Truth is Christ ministry. As a younger voice in a conversation often dominated by older generations, Brandon brings a unique perspective—one not shaped by tradition alone, but by personal investigation.We invite you to listen in as Peterson shares his testimony, his journey through questions surrounding modern Bible versions, and the research that led him to defend the Authorized Version as God’s preserved word. Through projects like KJVcompare.com and his writings on the patterns of scripture. Brandon is helping reintroduce the doctrine of preservation to a rising generation, reminding believers that confidence in the Bible is not inherited blindly—but can be reasoned, tested, and joyfully affirmed.For more information, please follow the link to read the notes for today’s show.Visit KJVCode.com and KJVCompare.comFor more information on the Living Faith Bible Institute and its program of study:  https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ we join Nick Hatton one last time to discuss the lengths a mature disciple will go in obedience to God and submission to his Great Commission. 

Artificial intelligence has become a powerful lens through which our assumptions about reality are being exposed. As machines increasingly mimic human reasoning, language, and creativity, they force uncomfortable questions to the surface: What actually defines personhood? Is intelligence merely computational, or is there something irreducibly spiritual about the human mind? Can meaning, morality, or belief be generated by algorithms alone—or do those things require transcendence? These are the kinds of questions that sit at the heart of the AITheist series, where technological progress becomes a testing ground for theology, not just innovation.To help us explore these tensions, we’re joined today by Michael Svigel, professor of theological studies at Dallas Theological Seminary and author of the AlTheist trilogy. Through a blend of narrative fiction and serious theological reflection, Dr. Svigel invites readers to examine how artificial intelligence challenges Christian claims about the image of God, belief and divine authority. His work doesn’t take sides in the technology debate—but does call people to think clearly, biblically, and faithfully about what it means to follow Christ in an age of intelligent machines.Visit http://lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ we join Nick Hatton in a discussion about the maturing process of a growing disciple of Jesus Christ. 

Compulsive behavior is the product of ones need to establish a sense of control amidst all their anxious thoughts. Obsessive compulsion is fairly common — the National Institute of Mental Health say 2.3% of adults struggle with OCD in their lifetime. Many people get stuck in cycles of excessive and irrational performance BUT what if I told you that oftentimes spirituality and religion can exacerbate these tendencies?Scrupulosity—often called religious OCD—is a quiet struggle in many churches, where sincere Christians feel stuck in constant guilt and fear. They worry they’re never doing enough for God, replaying thoughts and prayers over and over just to feel “safe.” Instead of resting in Christ, they live exhausted and unsure. It looks like devotion on the outside, but inside it’s a trap of fear that steals joy and confidence. On today’s show we hope to shine a light on this often-misunderstood battle to better understand how the gospel frees people from the weight of compulsive religion and leads them back into real peace with Christ.To guide us through this important conversation, we’re joined by Jonathan Kindler, biblical counselor, faculty professor at LFBI and host of the Sound Mind podcast.Visit https://www.soundmind.live/podcastVisit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ we join Nick Hatton again to discuss what it practically means to be conformed to the image of Christ. 

Nehemiah 3 is not the kind of chapter most people linger on. It is a list of names, gates, and construction notes that we are all tempted to skim. But if we look close enough, tucked inside those overlooked details is one of the most vivid portraits of the Christian life found anywhere in Scripture. The walls, gates, and towers surrounding ancient Jerusalem serve as a roadmap for spiritual growth, personal boundaries, evangelism, restoration, and the lifelong journey of walking with Christ. In today’s episode pastor Greg Axe of Crest Bible Church joins us to unpack how this “boring chapter” becomes a practical, convicting, and hope-filled blueprint for every believer wanting to build, rebuild, or strengthen their life in Christ.Greg Axe is author of several great books—including this recently released one called This is Your Life: A Study of Nehemiah Chapter 3 The Walls and Gates and Towers of Jerusalem.Visit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmorePurchase This is Your Life by Greg Axe at https://www.lfbi.org/books

Many Christians are also successful business people, entrepreneurs, and leaders in the corporate world. A good portion of these people steward their gifts and influence within their communities to advance the mission of Christ through their work.Navigating business ownership can be overwhelming, and without a clear foundation many believers simply adopt the patterns and the philosophies of the world around them. Today's conversation is about recovering a distinctly biblical way of building a business, one rooted in wisdom, integrity, stewardship, and the character of God himself. Whether you're running a small side hustle or leading a growing company, Scripture offers practical principles that speak directly to leadership, culture, planning, and the everyday decisions that shape a business. To help us unpack all of this, we are joined by Eric Phillips, who serves as the praise and worship pastor at Midtown Baptist Temple and has spent years working in the secular business world in sales strategy and leadership. He is here to discuss his new book, Building Business Biblically, and to help us think wisely about what it means to build a business that honors Christ.Visit https://www.lfbi.org/books to purchase Building Business Biblically by Eric PhillipsVisit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ we discuss the way in which discipleship causes priorities, lifestyles, and attention to be relocated from things of the world to thing’s associated with God’s Kingdom.

Dr. Charles C. Ryrie was a key voice in shaping fundamentalist evangelical theology. As a professor and later dean at Dallas Theological Seminary, he helped clarify and defend the value of dispensational teaching during a time when the church was wrestling with questions about prophecy, interpretation, and biblical authority. His approach was thoughtful and scholarly, yet always grounded in Scripture. Ryrie believed the Bible was meant to be understood and enjoyed by everyday believers, not just academics. He devoted his life to making theology clear, accessible, and rooted in a genuine relationship with Jesus Christ.Ryrie’s influence continues to be felt by theologians, churches, pastors, and schools like the Living Faith Bible Institute. In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Paul Weaver, professor and biblical scholar at Dallas Theological Seminary and host of the podcast Bible and Theology Matters. Dr. Weaver’s book, Charles C. Ryrie: The Man, The Ministry, and His Method, offers both a compelling look at Ryrie’s life and a helpful introduction to his hermeneutics and theology. It’s a conversation that invites us to appreciate not just Ryrie’s ideas, but the heart and conviction behind them.Visit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmoreVisit https://www.bibleandtheologymatters.com/Purchase Charles C. Ryrie: The Man, His Ministry, and His Method: https://a.co/d/hHHrMkk

As a Fellowship, Living Faith has always believed that healthy churches reproduce and that the great commission demands far more than maintaining what already exists. It calls us to send laborers into the harvest to plant vibrant, disciple making churches in places where gospel centered, Bible believing communities are desperately needed.Toronto offers exactly that kind of opportunity. A global crossroads where the nations converge. Toronto is one of the most diverse, dynamic, and densely populated cities in North America. A true epicenter of business, education, technology and culture. Today, on the postscript, we're joined by Josh O'Hora, professional counselor with Sound Mind, and a church planter preparing to launch a new work in Toronto.Josh and his family are currently on deputation, partnering with churches to build the support system needed to establish that gospel centered disciple making church that we were describing in one of the most influential and multicultural cities in the world.Visit https://www.lftoronto.com/Visit https://www.lffellowship.com/Visit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ we discuss the critical need for disciples of Jesus Christ to fight against a lukewarm attitude to faith and ministry. 

In John’s Gospel, Jesus makes seven powerful declarations that begin with the simple but divine phrase, “I Am.” Each statement, whether He calls Himself the Bread of Life, the Light of the World, or the Good Shepherd, reveals something profound about His nature and His relationship with us.On today’s episode, we’re joined by Chris Best, Missions Pastor at Midtown Baptist Temple and instructor at the Living Faith Bible Institute, to explore these seven “I Am” statements and what they tell us about the character and mission of Christ. Together, we’ll discuss how each statement unveils a different facet of His deity, how they connect to Old Testament imagery, and why understanding who Jesus is changes the way we live and serve Him today.Visit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ we discuss the disciple's purpose of sharing the Gospel and investing the Word of God in younger believers. 

Reaching the next generation is something that we talk about a lot on the shows. How do we get the young people in our churches to continue to follow Christ with everything that they have? To live for Christ has been a challenge for every church age and for every generation, but Gen Z is uniquely complicated. They live in a world that prizes self-expression that discourages conviction. They celebrate spirituality but they reject absolute truth because that's just the world in which they live in. They can't even trust their own eyes many times.As pastors, parents, and mentors, how do we not only help young believers to take their faith seriously, but also inspire them to be bold, evangelical, unashamed and mission minded?In a culture that often labels faith in Christianity as intolerant. These are things that our kids face. Now, on today's show, we are talking with Austin Dutton, pastor at Pleasant Grove Baptist Church in Moulton, Alabama. He makes an investment in the youth there. Young adults and student ministry alike. And we're going to talk with him about what it looks like for parents, churches and youth pastors to encourage our youth to move from silent belief to outspoken faith.Visit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore

Evangelism often gains momentum in unexpected moments—when tragedy strikes, when the world loses someone influential, or when bold voices challenge the church to act. In recent months, we’ve seen something remarkable: people stirred by loss, conviction, and opportunity, turning back to the urgency of the gospel.On today’s show, we’re joined once again by Pastor Dylan Novak—known by many as The Celebrity Evangelist—to talk about how God has been moving in powerful ways during the tenth year of his ministry. From doors opening in Hollywood to a surge of believers eager to share their faith, Dylan has witnessed a renewed hunger for evangelism—fueled, in part, by the passing of cultural icons like Ozzy Osbourne and the influence of modern voices calling Christians to boldness, like Charlie Kirk.Visit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore

In this episode of the Ps+ we join Nick Hatton to continue a discussion about the realities of walking as a disciple of Jesus Christ. This time, the conversation revolves around how following Jesus brings the disciple to a place of being humbled before the Lord. 

For many Christians, it’s a lifelong struggle to understand where their creative gifts fit within the work of ministry. Whether through art, design, songwriting, photography, or storytelling, believers often wrestle with how to use these talents to glorify the Lord and edify His church. When God calls us to create, He isn’t asking us to impress the world or compete within its standards. He calls us to reflect His glory through the work of our hands. Few people embody that tension between creativity, realism, and redemption like author Cliff Graham — creator of the Lion of War series, a retelling of David’s mighty men that captures both the grit and the grace of biblical warfare. On today’s show, we’re honored to speak with Cliff Graham — biblical fiction author, veteran, and creative who has spent years exploring how art, masculinity, and faith can be used to honor Christ. Visit https://www.lfbi.org/learnmore

Visit https://www.soundmind.live/podcastSound Mind is a podcast that invites listeners into immersive, scripture-rich reflections on the mental, emotional, and spiritual realities of life—guided by a biblical lens and pastoral heartThe Host of Sound Mind is Jonathan Kindler professor at the Living Faith Bible Institute, Counselor at Sound Mind Counseling, and associate pastor at Midtown Baptist Temple.New episodes of the Sound Mind released weekly!