How is Christianity not just another self-help program?

How is Christianity not just another self-help program?

Author: 1517 June 2, 2020 Duration: 9:54

Ted asks Rod about how Christianity isn't just another self-help program in which you rescue and improve yourself. Rod talks about how Christianity differs from other religions of the world, the evidence supporting the Christian claims, and where Christians can find assurance that God follows through on His promises.

 

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In the spirit of those free-flowing back deck conversations in Irvine, Talks with Dad Rod captures the essence of long talks about life, faith, and everything in between. This podcast is a continuation of that tradition, now hosted by Rod and his son, Ted. Each brief episode distills the warmth and depth of those discussions into a six-minute format, offering a moment of reflection amidst daily routines. Listeners will hear candid exchanges rooted in a Christian worldview, yet broadly engaging with culture, philosophy, and the nuances of modern society. It’s less a formal lecture and more like pulling up a chair to listen in on a thoughtful dialogue between a father and son. The podcast naturally explores spirituality and personal experience, aiming to provide genuine connection and insight one short talk at a time.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 198

Talks with Dad Rod
Podcast Episodes
I feel like I'm losing my faith. Am I? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:06
Ted asks about struggling with feelings of our faith in Jesus Christ getting weaker. Rod talks about how easy it is to get mired in feelings which don't reflect the unchanging nature of the Object of that faith, and the…
What is truth? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:10
Ted asks about the cynical question posed by Pontius Pilate prior to Jesus' crucifixion. Rod talks about how Christianity is unique in a number of ways, one critical one being what the incarnation of God in Jesus Christ…
How much do I have to die to sin to qualify for eternal life? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:59
Ted asks about the concept of dying to sin and how much is needed for salvation. Rod talks about how Scripture talks about the necessity of dying to our sinful selves, the realities of what sinners are incapable of doing…
Can I still go to heaven if I hate going to church? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:25
Ted asks about forgiveness vs struggling with showing up at church. Rod talks about what God created the church for, what He gives us sinners there and why that's important, yet still recognizing why that is a struggle f…
How can a scumbag like King David be a man after God's own heart? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:03
Ted asks about what God meant when He spoke of David being a man after His own heart. Rod talks about the kinds of rough material God prefers to work with, from the beginning of creation, and how far He is willing to go…