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The Tension is Real

by Matt Dawson

Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. To ask questions that others are fearful to ask and find the answers together.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 12: Christmas Tension

    Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. Today’s Topic - Christmas Tension

  2. Episode 11 - The Tension of Social Issues

    Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. Today’s Topic - The Tension of Social Issues

  3. Episode 10: The Tension of Suffering

    Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. Today’s Topic - The Tension of Suffering

  4. Episode 9: The Tension of Faith and Science

    Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. Today’s Topic - Faith and Science

  5. Episode 8: The Tension in Parenting Styles

    Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. Today’s Topic - The Tension in Parenting Styles

  6. Episode 7: The Tension of Your Yes and Nos

    Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. To ask questions that others are fearful to ask and find the answers together. Today’s Topic - The...

  7. Episode 06: The Messy Middle (Grace vs Law)

    Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. Today’s Topic - The Messy Middle (Grace vs Law)

  8. Episode 05: A House Divided

    Asking Questions, Seeking Answers, Finding Freedom in the Tension Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. To ask questions that others are...

  9. Episode 4: Tension in a Comparison Culture

    Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. Today’s Topic - The Tension of a Comparison Culture www.mattdawson.tv/thetensionisreal

  10. Episode 03: Tension of Fear in Faith

    Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. Today’s Topic - The Tension of FEAR in FAITH.

  11. Episode 02: What is Tension?

    Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. Today's Topic is What is Tension?

  12. Episode 01: Introduction to MattDawsonTV

    Asking Questions, Seeking Answers, Finding Freedom in the Tension Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast.A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. To ask questions that others are...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. To ask questions that others are fearful to ask and find the answers together.

HOSTED BY

Matt Dawson

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How many episodes does The Tension is Real have?

The Tension is Real currently has 12 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is The Tension is Real about?

Welcome to The Tension is Real Podcast. A podcast dedicated to real discussion about the TENSION that exists between Life and Faith and how to embrace it so we can live with purpose and freedom. To ask questions that others are fearful to ask and find the answers together.

How often does The Tension is Real release new episodes?

The Tension is Real has 12 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts The Tension is Real?

The Tension is Real is created and hosted by Matt Dawson.
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