Redeeming Truth Podcast

In this episode of the Redeeming Truth Podcast, Pastors Jon Benzinger, Dale Thackrah, Matthew Heller, Todd Burgett, and special guest Darrell Harrison tackle the complex issue of habitual sin in the Christian life.   Key Points Discussed: Biblical Repentance and Confession: Our pastors emphasize the crucial need for genuine repentance and confession in overcoming habitual sin. The Ongoing Struggle...

In this heartfelt episode of the Redeeming Truth Podcast, Pastor Kyle Swanson sits down with Emily Curtis, the author of our book of the month at Redeemer, 'Hope in the Mourning.' Together, they delve into the profound themes of finding hope in Christ amid life's toughest challenges, as explored in Curtis' inspiring book. For more visit https://hopeinthemourning.com/ Key Highlights: Hope in Hardsh...

Join us in celebrating Father's Day with a special podcast episode titled "The Influence and Impact of a Godly Father." In this heartfelt discussion, Pastors Kyle Swanson, Jason Stinson, Dale Thackrah, Kevin Hay, and Curtis Field explore the profound role of biblical fatherhood. In this episode, we cover: The Origins of Father's Day : Discover when and where it began and how it became a cherished...

In this eye-opening conversation, Pastor Jon Benzinger sits down with Dr. James Lindsay to discuss a topic that concerns every parent in America: the state of the American education system.  Episode Highlights: Special Guest Introduction: Meet Dr. James Lindsay, an American author and mathematician who has written extensively on religion, the philosophy of science, and postmodern theory. Dr. Linds...

"Redefining Motherhood: Biblical Motherhood - Unraveling Modern Misconceptions | Redeeming Truth In today's narrative, motherhood often finds itself caught between the glorification of career success and the traditional role of nurturing within the home. "Redefining Motherhood: A Biblical Perspective - Unraveling Modern Misconceptions" explores motherhood's invaluable and divine role as depicted i...

In this thought-provoking session, Pastors Jon, Todd, Dale, Kyle, and Kevin unite to explore the profound essence of baptism within the Christian faith. Diving deep into scripture, they elucidate the biblical model of baptism, unraveling its pivotal role and the intentions behind its practice as outlined in holy scripture. Amidst a landscape where holiness and righteousness are often overlooked, o...

Welcome to episode 140 of the Redeeming Truth Podcast, where our panel of pastors — Kyle Swanson, Dale Thackrah, Jason Stinson, Kevin Hay, and Todd Burgett — tackle the topic of Generosity from a biblical perspective. 📖✨ In this episode, we're peeling back the layers on one of the most essential aspects of Christian living – Generosity.  What does the Bible say about it? And why should we, as fo...

Join pastors Kyle Swanson, Darrell Harrison, Kevin Hay, Jason Stinson, and Todd Burgett as they lead us in remembering the death and resurrection of our Lord and Savior Jesus and discuss the question of why Good Friday is Good. "I always think of Good Friday as a time when we're thinking about the sorrowful aspect of thinking about our sins, putting Christ on the cross, and my responsibility in th...

Join pastors Kyle, Kevin, Jason, Todd, and Matthew as they guide us through a heartfelt discussion on biblical forgiveness, the requirements and responsibilities of each party.  Click here to Subscribe to our channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCenfIkvDIJa4Qb4WgsH8hkw?sub_confirmation=1 REDEEMING TRUTH MEDIA:  http://redeemingtruthmedia.org/ Follow us on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com...

Join pastors Kyle Swanson, Darrell Harrison, Todd Burgett, Kevin Hay and Jason Stinson as they discuss the questions below on the topic of "The heavy hand of God." Why do Christians tend to run away from God's discipline? Scriptures about discipline As a true disciple, what have you learned under the heavy hand of God? A life that is unrepentant? What would your advice be for people who are depres...

Pastors Jon Benzinger, Dale Thackrah, Kevin Hay, Kyle Swanson and Todd Burgett dive deep into what makes a healthy church community in today's episode of the Redeeming Truth podcast. Importance of local church What is the biblical gospel? Are the messages biblical? What is a qualified leader in local church? How do you spot a good church that the tone being set by the culture in that church is one...

EP 135 | Christians and Cancel Culture | Redeeming Truth   Do Christians today seem more divided than ever, especially on social media?   In this hard-hitting yet hope-filled discussion, the Redeeming Truth Podcasts confronts pride and examines how worldliness and infiltration by the enemy are stoking the fires of conflict.   What does Scripture command about humility, patience, and selfless love?...

EP 134 | How Should Pastors Think About Pastoring? | Redeeming Truth   What's the danger lurking in every pastor's heart? 🤔 In this video, Pastors Jon Benzinger, Dale Thackrah, and Todd Burgett explore Jesus' startling call to a radically different model of greatness in Mark 10.   "Greatness by our culture is defined by self-promotion...and here Jesus says, 'No actually...get your cues from Me.'"...

EP 133 | Muhammad: Fact or Fiction? with Al Fadi | Redeeming Truth   In this fascinating and controversial episode of Redeeming Truth, host Jon Benzinger joins former Muslim Al Fadi to unpack the complex figure of Muhammad in Islam. They dive deep into Islamic sources about Muhammad's life, including obscure Hadith and Sira, analyzing his marriage to Aisha, his commands to kill opponents, and more...

EP 132 | Is Timothy Keller's Theology Safe? w/ Dr. Peter Naylor | Redeeming Truth   Peter Naylor takes on famous pastor/author Tim Keller's view that Scripture mandates churches pursue BOTH gospel ministry AND social change.   While individual Christians should love neighbors and "do justice", Naylor finds no New Testament pattern of churches mobilizing to remedy political issues.   This podcast w...

EP 130 | How Do I Grow in Wisdom? Follow Your Heart? | Redeeming Truth   Do you wish you could go back and undo foolish decisions? What was missing? Godly wisdom!   Learn the difference between destructive worldly wisdom and life-giving biblical wisdom. Pastors Jon Benzinger, Dale Thackrah, and Todd Burgett unpack Proverbs on the fear of the Lord, dying to self, and pursuing godly contentment over...

EP 129 | Why Silence Betrays Christianity with Erwin Lutzer | Redeeming Truth   Dr. Erwin Lutzer joins the Redeeming Truth Podcast to discuss America's cultural turmoil, providing help for Christians to respond faithfully. He unpacks cultural Marxism, radical left agendas, attacks on children, comparisons to Nazi Germany, the needed courage to speak out, and more.   Erwin Lutzer served as Senior P...

EP 128 | Why Christians Need the Creeds w/ Nate Pickowicz | Redeeming Truth   Pastor Nate Pickowicz joins Jon Benzinger on the Redeeming Truth Podcast to discuss his new book "Christ and Creed: The Early Church Creeds and Their Value for Today," an accessible guide to the early church creeds. Nate explains their history, biblical basis, and modern relevance for clearly articulating Christian belie...

EP 127 | Is Radical Islam Really Radical? w/ Al Fadi | Redeeming Truth   What is "radical Islam" really about? Former Radical Muslim Al Fadi joins Pastor Jon Benzinger to unpack what drives Islamic extremism, how it stems from literal readings of the Quran, and connects to tensions erupting today between Israel and terror groups like Hamas in Gaza.   Gain an insider perspective on the mindset of r...

EP 126 | The Disturbing Truth About the War on Masculinity w/ Prof. Nancy Pearcey | Redeeming Truth   Pastor Jon Benzigner interviews author Nancy Pearcey on her research into the "toxic war on masculinity." They trace the historical roots back to the Industrial Revolution's negative impacts on family dynamics and fathers' influence. Pearcey explains how scriptural concepts of biblical manhood hav...

EP 125 | Navigating the Woke World as a Christian w/ Darrell & Owen | Redeeming Truth   In this episode of Redeeming Truth, hosts Owen Strachan and Darrell Harrison join Pastor Jon Benzinger to discuss how Christians should respond to current cultural issues like social justice, woke ideologies, LGBTQ activism, and boycotting. They provide biblical perspectives on engaging these topics with both t...

EP 124 | AI and the Church with Global Technology Leader Brian Johnson | Redeeming Truth   Artificial intelligence poses big questions for the church. In this thought-provoking discussion, Redeeming Truth dives deep into the ethical dilemmas, spiritual implications, and unintended consequences of AI.   Pastors Jon Benzinger and Dale Thackrah examine AI's threat to privacy, humanity's God-given ide...

EP 123 | A Biblical Perspective of AI with Global Technology Leader Brian Johnson | Redeeming Truth   Brian Johnson has led diverse expert teams across software, government, e-commerce, fintech, and financial services, providing strategic direction on technology, security, governance, and risk management. Brian recently built innovative research and defense teams in emerging technologies, cyber fr...

EP 122 | The War on Men - What the Media Won't Tell You with Owen Strachan | Redeeming Truth   Owen's Book: https://www.amazon.com/War-Men-Society-Hates-Them/dp/1684514452   Owen Strachan joins us to discuss his bold new book "The War on Men", and it pulls no punches in diagnosing the crisis facing modern men. More importantly, it offers real solutions, grace, and a path to redemption.   Learn why...

EP 121 | Our Church Just Launched Something HUGE (Redeeming Truth Media) | Redeeming Truth   GIVE: redeemeraz.org/give  If you'd like to donate, you can give to Redeemer Bible Church.   Big news from Redeemer Bible Church! Join Pastors Jon Benzinger, Dale Thackrah, Kevin Hay, and Jason Stinson as they unveil the launch of Redeeming Truth Media - a new platform for biblical media resources.   Learn...