Grace & Truth with Owen Strachan

Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the balance between structure and freedom in the Christian life and how legalism can be avoided. He emphasizes that while God provides structure, He also gives genuine freedom through Jesus. Strachan explores various areas where Christians have freedom to make decisions, such as parenting, family worship, and church practices. He cautions against turning good practices...

Dr. Owen Strachan defines legalism and identifies four major forms of legalism: salvific legalism, sanctificatory legalism, ecclesial legalism, and public legalism. He emphasizes the importance of the authority of Scripture and warns against adding to what the Bible teaches. Strachan highlights the need for wisdom in navigating the gray areas of the Christian life and the danger of becoming legali...

Dr. Owen Strachan explores the theme of the love of God as a central theme in the Bible and in the lives of believers. The host emphasizes the importance of not pitting the attributes of God against each other, but rather understanding that all of God's attributes are equally present in Him. He addresses the fear that some evangelicals have of talking about the love of God, and the danger of reduc...

In this conversation, Dr. Owen Strachan explores the fundamental theme of the Bible: the love of God. While the holiness of God is important, the Owen argues that the Bible is ultimately about God's love for His people. Owen stresses that the love of God is demonstrated through the sacrifice of Jesus Christ and the offer of salvation to all who believe. This love is the greatest reality in all of...

Dr. Owen Strachan critiques the idea that men should dominate their wives and children. He argues that this concept is not biblical and is influenced by secular movements like red pill manhood. Strachan emphasizes that biblical manhood is characterized by Christ-like leadership, which involves serving and cherishing one's wife. He also highlights the importance of clarity and teaching on biblical...

Dr. Owen Strachan weighs in on the discussion surrounding whether or not Christians should try to "outbreed" other ideologies such as Islam or wokeness. Owen emphasizes that while children are a blessing from God, we should put our hope in the risen Christ. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Owen Strachan weighs in on the debate concerning babies making noise during church service. How much noise is too much noise? Are some Christians overreacting and is there a way to find balance between silence and a cacophony of crying? Dr. Strachan answers these questions and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by Jeremy Vuolo, a Shepherd at Grace Community Church, and they discuss their approach to using their platform for ministry and preaching the gospel. They emphasize the importance of being faithful to their calling and reaching out to those who may not have access to the truth. They caution against adding man-made rules and restrictions to the Christian faith and encou...

Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by Ryan Helfenbein, the VP for Communications at Liberty University and the Founding Executive Director of the Standing for Freedom Center, to discuss the anti-Israel protests that have swept over college campuses. What's behind these protests? Can Israel be criticized without being antisemitic? How does wokeness factor into what we're seeing? Dr. Strachan and Mr. Helfe...

Dr. Strachan and Jinger Duggar Vuolo discuss the effects of legalism and the importance of finding freedom in Christian womanhood. They talk about the negative impact of legalistic teachings on individuals, particularly women, and how it can lead to fear, oppression, and a distorted view of God. They emphasize the need for individuals to reevaluate their beliefs and seek biblical counseling or dis...

Dr. Owen Strachan interviews Jinger Duggar Vuolo about her background in the Gothardist system and her journey to disentangle her faith from fear. They discuss the harmful teachings of Bill Gothard, the founder of the system, and how it promoted legalism, fear, and control. Jinger shares her experience of growing up in the public eye and the pressure to conform to the strict rules and expectations...

Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by Mike Penberthy, a former NBA player and current scout for the Denver Nuggets. They discuss various topics including basketball, faith, and the pursuit of excellence. Mike shares his journey from playing basketball as a child to making it to the NBA. They also talk about the importance of balancing basketball and faith, and how to avoid idolizing the game. They touch...

Dr. Owen Strachan talks about how fear-based religion operates on the premise of control. However, the gospel of Jesus Christ frees believers from fear-based systems. The fear of God is necessary for knowledge and wisdom, but it is not a terror of God's wrath. Christian fear is rooted in awe and reverence, not in slave-like terror. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Owen Strachan and Dale Thackrah, Executive Pastor at Redeemer Bible Church in Arizona, discuss the issue of angry men and how to help them. They explore the factors that contribute to anger in men, such as fatherlessness, broken homes, and unmet desires. They emphasize the importance of understanding the gospel and finding freedom in Christ as a way to address anger issues. They also caution a...

Dr. Owen Strachan and Dale Thackrah, Executive Pastor at Redeemer Bible Church in Arizona, discuss the importance of men cultivating a good marriage and family life. They highlight the confusion and different voices that men often face in today's culture, leading to a lack of understanding of their role in the family. They emphasize the need for men to prioritize their families over worldly succes...

Dr. Owen Strachan discusses how Christians should approach politics and voting. He emphasizes the privilege of political participation and the need for Christians to use their agency to choose the best possible candidate or policy. Strachan also highlights the gray areas and complexities of politics, urging Christians to seek wisdom from the Holy Spirit. He reminds listeners to remember their esch...

Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the saying 'of two evils choose neither' attributed to Charles Spurgeon. He clarifies that Spurgeon did not mean to opt out of politics or difficult choices. Instead, Spurgeon cautioned against falling into unsound doctrine and having an unloving spirit. Strachan emphasizes that Spurgeon called for political engagement and expressed his opinions on consequential politic...

Dr. Owen Strachan and Joel Berry of the Babylon Bee come back together for another edition of the "Grace and Truth Movie Club!" They discuss various movies and their impact on Christians. They start by appreciating the storytelling and visuals of Dune Part II. Both Owen and Joel highlight the themes of leadership, courage, and the value of human life portrayed in these films. The conversation emph...

Dr. Owen Strachan reacts to an article by Russell Moore on Richard Dawkins, the famous atheist, who recently referred to himself as a cultural Christian. While Dawkins does not believe in the Christian faith, he recognizes the value of Christianity in terms of its civilizational and aesthetic effects. Russell Moore seems to think that this is a bad thing, but Owen thinks that while there may be da...

Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by American swimmer and director of the Riley Gaines Center at the Leadership Institute, Riley Gaines, and they discusses her stand against transgender athletes competing in women's sports. Riley shares her experience of competing against a transgender woman and the violation of privacy and fairness that occurred. Gaines highlights the failures of feminism and the lack...

Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the concept of beginning again in Christianity. He emphasizes that any given day is an opportunity for fresh starts and renewal and encourages listeners to embrace their dependence on God and to seek His grace and mercy in every aspect of their lives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. Owen Strachan and Ryan Helfenbein, Executive Director of the Standing for Freedom Center, discuss the journey into Christian conservatism and the current state of the movement. They explore the concept of the neither left nor right paradigm and the need for biblical balance in political engagement. They also address the crisis of politics and conservatism today, highlighting the importance of...

Dr. Owen Strachan and Tom Buck, the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Lindale, Texas, continue their discussion on the dangers of Gothardism, a system of ideas associated with Bill Gothard. They highlight the fear-driven paradigm that can arise from legalistic teachings and emphasizes the importance of viewing adoption through the lens of God's fatherhood. The discussion also addresses the...

Dr. Owen Strachan and Ryan Helfenbein, the Executive Director of the Standing for Freedom Center, discuss the controversy surrounding the phrase 'Christ is King' and its association with anti-Semitism. They emphasize the importance of understanding the true meaning of Christ's kingship and how Christians should interact with those who may misuse or misrepresent this concept. They also highlight th...

Dr. Owen Strachan and Pastor Tom Buck the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Lindale, Texas, discuss the dangers of Gothardism, a system of ideas associated with Bill Gothard. They explore Gothard's teachings on music, adoption, and other topics. They highlight the need for a biblical understanding of grace and caution against legalistic approaches to music and instruments. The conversation...