Gardens in Babylon | Christian Faith Podcast

What does it really mean to be a biblical man? Much of today's conversation around biblical masculinity emphasizes building, providing, protecting, leadership, and discipline. Those are all essential—but are we overlooking one of the clearest duties Christ gave His followers? In this episode of Gardens in Babylon , Kevin Minnett sits down with evangelist, church planter, and author Ryan Denton to...

Faithful Through the Fire: Leading Through Medical Challenges, Ministry, and the Making of Godly Men Scheduled Jun 29 •S2 E2 In a culture that constantly redefines masculinity, what does true, biblical manhood look like when tested by decades of trials? In this episode of Gardens in Babylon , hosts Kevin and Riley Toews dive into the heart of godly masculinity , sacrificial love, and enduring comm...

Episode Summary Why does a good God allow life to feel so random, unjust, and fleeting? In this episode, host Kevin sits down with Dr. Randy Jaeggli—retired Old Testament professor at Bob Jones University and author of Embrace Life Under the Sun —to tackle one of the most misunderstood books of the Bible: Ecclesiastes. Dr. Jaeggli shares his journey from chemical engineering to full-time ministry,...

The conversation explores the concept of commitment over feelings, emphasizing the importance of taking action even when the heart is not fully in it. It delves into the idea that obedience should not be contingent on feelings and highlights the role of commitment in shaping one's heart. Takeaways Commitment precedes feelings Obedience is not contingent on feelings Chapters 00:00 Commitment Over F...

The conversation delves into the challenges and support faced by the Heikoop family, particularly in relation to their son Michael's journey and diagnosis. It also explores the day-to-day life of the family, the lessons learned, and the metaphor of the body as a representation of the value of life and the faithfulness of God. Takeaways Family worship is a trial of the state of our hearts The duty...

Bashar shares his journey from growing up in a Catholic home in Iraq to escaping persecution and relocating to Canada. He discusses his experiences with faith, family, and the challenges he faced in his youth, including involvement in drug-related activities. Bashar shares his journey from drug dealing to incarceration and his encounter with the gospel. Bashar shares his journey of transformation...

The conversation delves into the crisis of father-absent households, the dark age for the family, the assault on the family, the role of the family in God's plan, the family as the primary institution, the impact of fatherlessness on society, generational reformation, the importance of faithful families, Tim Bushong's journey to ministry, the growth of Syracuse Baptist Church, and the impact of Ba...

In this conversation we discuss stewardship of nature and the earth, as well as the challenges of contemporary education. We delve into the Green Religion movement, the ethical error of human existence, the biblical vision of stewardship, the positive vision of the Dominion Mandate, the productivity and blessing of work, local sourcing and self-sufficiency, an introduction to Trinity Vandenacre, a...

The conversation delves into the themes of persistence in prayer, God's sovereignty, the purpose of suffering and waiting, understanding God's will, and the emotional impact of pregnancy loss. It explores the silence of God, the power of prayer, decision making, and the impact of suffering on faith and emotions. The discussion also touches on the expectations and reality of family life, as well as...

Episode Summary: In this episode of Gardens in Babylon , host Kevin Minnett and co-host Riley Toews explore the "divine constitution" of the family. Featuring guest Daniel Craig from Generations Ministries, the conversation dives deep into the historical and biblical necessity of family worship. From the streets of 19th-century New York to the modern homeschooling movement, we discuss why fathers...

Episode Summary Kevin and Riley draw a sobering parallel between the "midnight of heathenism" faced by 19th-century missionary John Patton and the spiritual darkness of the modern abortion industry. They discuss the shift from abortion as a "tragic choice" to its celebration as a "sincerely held religious belief" and "secular sacrament." The episode features an interview with Scott Hord , a former...

How do we sing the Lord’s song in a foreign land? In this deep and delightful episode of Gardens in Babylon , Kevin and Riley sit down with Dale and Lisa Jost, parents of 11 and grandparents of 34. From their homestead in Southern Alberta, the Josts have built a multi-generational heritage rooted in music, fruitfulness, and the "long game" of faithfulness. We explore the reality of raising a "stat...

EPISODE 2: Kids, Cows, and Kirkers with Eric Anderson Is your home just a "rain shelter," or is it a productive nursery for the Kingdom of God? In this episode, Kevin and Riley are joined by Eric Anderson , a pastor and "jack-of-all-trades" from Minnesota, to discuss the theology of the Cosmic Household. Eric shares how his family of nine has moved away from the "therapeutic victim culture" of mod...

Can a faithful family thrive in a "Babylonian" culture? In this debut episode of Gardens in Babylon , pastors Kevin Minnett and Riley Toews explore the biblical foundations for family worship and family discipleship . Whether you are looking for a kids faith podcast or resources for leading your teenagers , this episode reveals why the solution to cultural decay starts at the supper table, not in...