Crossroads of Culture and Christianity

Text Us! On this episode, we spend some time reflecting on the true meaning of the Christmas season. We want to wish each and every one of our listeners a Merry Christmas!  To learn more about our online Pneumatology and New Testament Survey Courses, click here https://www.fgbi.org/fast-track.html. If you would like to donate to the Podcast, you can do that here: https://www.fgbi.org/contact--givi...

Text Us! For all of human history it has been accepted that gender was "binary". This simply means that there are only two options, male or female. However, in our modern society, this concept of gender binary has been popularized. Some would maintain that they are not 100% male or 100% female, and as a result they would identify as some other type of gender. Is this possible? Is there a...

Text Us! What is gender? Should men and woman have different gender roles? Some in our modern culture would argue that gender roles are simply a social construct. Are gender and sex linked or are they different? Should those terms be used synonymously? What are gender roles rooted in? These are all questions that we spend some time exploring on today's episode. We hope you enjoy! To learn mor...

Text Us! On this episode, we spend some time discussing the issue of human rights. This will be the closing discussion on the abortion series that we have been doing lately. Are humans granted rights based solely on what the law says? Do our rights come from our abilities and functionality? Is there a higher  source through which these inherent objective rights are derived? These are some of the i...

Text Us! On this episode, we spend a little time in lighthearted conversation. We discuss the importance of the Thanksgiving holiday and what it means to be thankful in all circumstances of life.  If you would like to donate to the Podcast, you can do that here: https://www.fgbi.org/contact--giving.html Type the amount you would like to give in, proceed to the next window and in the "Special...

Text Us! On this episode, we spend some time tackling the idea that unborn children are not considered "true" persons. We interact with some objections to personhood made by proponents of abortion. We also introduce an acronym, S.L.E.D, that has been popularized in the Pro-Life camp. This acronym will better equip you to engage with those that claim an unborn child is a mere clump of cel...

Text Us! In this episode, we spend some time engaging with an article that was written by American philosopher Judith Jarvis Thomson. Thomson tries to argue that even if one could prove that the "thing" inside the womb is a human child, it still would not take away from the right to abort that child. She uses some unprecedented illustrations to prove her point and we spend time unpacking...

Text Us! On this episode, we continue our discussion on the issue of Abortion. We provide Biblical data that seems to prove that God is very much on the side of preserving the life of the innocent. We trust that this episode will provide you with Biblical evidence that supports the Pro-Life position.  If you would like to donate to the Podcast, you can do that here: https://www.fgbi.org/contact--g...

Text Us! On this episode, we do somewhat of an introductory discussion on the issue of abortion. We hope to spend a couple of episodes on this topic, exploring it in great detail. We hope to provide you with information on how to defend your stance as a pro life advocate, if you are confronted by someone on the opposite side of the issue. To learn more about our online Pneumatology and New Testame...

Text Us! On today's episode, we answer a question that was written in to us by a listener. The listener wanted to know if it was possible for a ministry endeavor to be anointed and sanctioned by God without allowing itself to be submitted to some type of authority. We strive to answer this question as Scripturally accurate as we can. We hope you enjoy! To learn more about our online Pneumatol...

Text Us! In this episode, we present some practical guidelines that can be useful to the Christian that desires to live above failure. Prayer, accountability, being filled with the Spirit, these are all steps that you can take that will help you live above failure!  If you would like to support the Podcast, you can do that here: https://www.fgbi.org/contact--giving.html Simply type in "Podcas...

Text Us! On today's episode, we spend some time building off of the concept that we introduced a couple of episodes ago. Is it possible for us to live above failure? Is it necessary to always succumb to failure or can we walk in victory? What does the Bible have to say about this? These are some of the topics that we explore.  Contact us at askthecrossroads@gmail.com You can support the Podca...

Text Us! On this special edition Faith Builder Series, we are joined by Sis. Claire Goodwin as she shares with us some encouraging and challenging stories of souls she has seen won to Christ through the years. She challenges us to look for opportunities to lead souls to Christ and offers some advice on how to do it effectively. We hope this episode builds your faith! You can purchase Sis. Goodwin&...

Text Us! In this episode, we talk about some of the accounts as recorded in the book of Genesis. We are shown, through this book, how God is able to work his Divine will in spite of man's failure. We hope that this is an encouragement and a blessing to you! If you would like to support the podcast by giving, you can do that here: https://www.fgbi.org/contact--giving.html Email us at askthecro...

Text Us! On this episode, we comment on some of the quotes from the speech that President Joe Biden delivered on Thursday September 1, 2022. There are things within the speech that we felt were needful to address and bring to the attention of those that may identify within the Religious and Conservative community.  If you would like to reach us with comment or question, you can email us at askthec...

Text Us! On today's Episode, we attempt to answer a question written in by a listener. They wanted us to address things such as magic, games that involve magic, celebrating halloween, etc. We strive to give a Biblical and thoughtful answer to these questions. We hope you Enjoy! To learn more about our online Pneumatology and New Testament Survey Courses, click here https://www.fgbi.org/fast-t...

Text Us! In this episode, we are going to explore some passages that prove the Omnipresence of God. We are also going to answer some questions that you may have never considered before. Is Omnipresence a necessary attribute of God? Is it possible for someone to escape the presence of God? We hope that you will enjoy this short episode as we dive into another one of God's attributes! Email us!...

Text Us! We are back! Sorry for the delay! In this episode, we spend some time talking about one of God's attributes, his omniscience. What does that entail? Does God truly have knowledge of everything, or are there limitations to what God can know? These are a few things we discuss on this episode.  Email us at askthecrossroads@gmail.com To learn more about our online Pneumatology and New Te...

Text Us! On this episode, we address another question that was sent in by one of our listeners. He wanted us to explain the differences between Charismatics and Classical Pentecostals. We endeavor to point out a few key differences that would help someone distinguish between the two. If you would like to reach us you can email us at askthecrossroads@gmail.com To learn more about our online Pneumat...

Text Us! On this episode of our Faith Builder Series, we are joined by Rev. Joe Ganze as he recounts for us a terrible work related accident he was involved in. He shares with us the details of the accident and the ways that he witnessed God's miraculous hand at work in the midst of it all. We're sure you will be encouraged and your faith will continue to be built by this amazing story!...

Text Us! On today's episode, we spend some time addressing the recent decision by the Supreme Court to overturn Roe v. Wade. What does this mean on a cultural level? What does this mean for the Church? How can the Church step in and capitalize on this most important decision. These are some of the questions we address.  If you would like to contact us, you can reach us at askthecrossroads@gma...

Text Us! On this episode, we respond to a question that was sent in by a listener. Does the Bible support the operating of prophecy in the church today? Is the office of the Prophet still supposed to be filled in our modern era? What are the Biblical guidelines for the gift of Prophecy? These are some of the questions that we attempt to answer.  If you would like to reach us with any questions, co...

Text Us! Have you ever taken the time to consider the complexities of our world? Have you ever pondered the fact that everything seems to function in a meticulously calculated way? Can this be contributed to a series of random process that occur with no real explanation for their origin, or is it something far more intelligent than that? How does the seeming design of our universe point to a desig...

Text Us! For years individuals that have lived in strict conformity to Scripture have been labeled "legalists". What is a legalist? Further, are those that tend to lean on the stricter side of things the only ones in danger of legalism, or could those that are on the looser side of things be found guilty of it as well? Is it true that the holiness people are the only ones that live lives...

Text Us! Many in our modern culture, both inside and outside the Church body, have a negative view of the law. Why is that? Is that the way that God intended for us to view his law that he provided us with? Is it meant to be viewed as merely a list of regulations and "thou shalt nots", or are there positive aspects and qualities to the law. Those are some of the questions we ponder and t...