The 813 Discussion

The US is having an election that has divided our country.  How does a Christian approach voting from a biblical perspective and worldview? Join hosts, Pastor Paul Krueger and Samantha Opp as they dive in to this important topic. Today's Show is sponsored in part by Village Education Centers in Canyon Lake, CA. https://www.villageeducationcenters.com/ If you want to reach out to us for prayer...

The world as it is, has a category for everything, including people.  We use labels and status to measure significance and identity, but those aren't good measures.  Every human being is significant.  Join us on this episode of The 813 Discussion as we explore our significance through lens of God's determined love for us. Today's Show is sponsored in part by Village Education Center...

It's easy to become cynical about being part of a church community when you see so many different denominations,  all of them with their different take and perspective on what church should look like.  So how do you know which one is for you and where to go?  Today's Show is sponsored in part by Village Education Centers in Canyon Lake, CA. https://www.villageeducationcenters.com/ If you...

Believers in Christ have struggled with the age-old question of whether you can "lose your salvation."  Pastor Paul Krueger and Samantha Opp tackle this question together through a real life lense. Today's Show is sponsored in part by Village Education Centers in Canyon Lake, CA. https://www.villageeducationcenters.com/ If you want to reach out to us for prayer, questions about this...

Catch up with Paul and Sam.  Both of our lives have changed since season 2, and we are ready to bring a year of new content to our listeners.  On today's episode, besides catching-up, we talk about how to keep our eyes on our purpose when life get's a little crazy. Today's Show is sponsored in part by Village Education Centers in Canyon Lake, CA. https://www.villageeducationcenters....

Christianity, Religion...these words trigger a range of emotions and reactions from different people.  Pastor Paul and Samantha tackle some of the core questions that many have about the "Christian Religion."  We believe in the God of the 66 books of the Bible, and we believe that His message, that is different than the voice of religion, is calling to people with same clarity that He ha...

For believers in Christ, how do we approach our mental health needs?  Are we showing a lack of faith when we take prescribed medication for mental health issues?  Am I in sin, or not a "good Christian," if I have mental health challenges? Pastor Paul and Samantha Opp tackle this issue  and more on this episode of The 813 Discussion. If you want to reach out to us for prayer, questions ab...

There is always a "next step," in life.  How we know what God wants? How do we stay anchored to God as we pursue and journey through life?  Hosts Samantha Opp and Pastor Paul Krueger tackle these topics and more on this episode of The 813 Discussion.  If you want to reach out to us for prayer, questions about this podcast, comments, or requests for future shows you can email us at the fo...

Why do bad things happen to believers? Why is there evil in the world? Why doesn't God fix it?  Hosts Samantha Opp and Pastor Paul Krueger tackle these topics and more on this episode of The 813 Discussion.  If you want to reach out to us for prayer, questions about this podcast, comments, or requests for future shows you can email us at the following addresses:    SamanthaOpp813@gmail.com  P...

On this episode of the 813 Discussion, Hosts Pastor Paul Krueger and Samantha Opp are "open topic."  What is the 813 Discussion for? What about those funny reels and TikToks that Samantha has been posting?....and More!  Join us as we explore the biblical worldview behind the 813 discussion and join us in the future as we return to our series topics ranging from parenting, to marriage, to...

Let's face it—few things test our limits quite like parenting does. But amidst the chaos and sleepless nights, how do we keep our marriages strong and healthy? Join Pastor Paul Krueger and Samantha Opp as they explore one of many essential strategies for flourishing in your marriage, even as you navigate the wild ride of parenting. Tune in for insightful, real-world advice that's as frie...

When we walk through peoples' lives, what do they notice?  What do we leave them with?  Jesus said that second to loving Him with everything, we should love our neighbor as ourselves.  Hosts, Pastor Paul and Samantha Opp take a pause in between talking about parenting and preparing to talk about marriage to discuss what it means to be the fragrance of Christ in people's lives. If you wan...

Help! My Teenager is dating!  Navigating Teen relationships with your child can be scary.  On this second of two episodes on this subject, Pastor Paul Krueger and Samantha Opp delve in to this important topic to support parent to help their teens thrive during this time. Paul Krueger is ready to coach you personally.  If you need help taking parenting steps used the following email for coaching re...

Help! My Teenager is dating!  Navigating Teen relationships with your child can be scary.  On this first of two episodes on this subject, Pastor Paul Krueger and Samantha Opp delve in to this important topic to support parent to help their teens thrive during this time. Paul Krueger is ready to coach you personally.  If you need help taking parenting steps used the following email for coaching req...

When you intervene in the life of your strong-willed teen, it can be scary.  Many parents struggle with whether conflict is causing lasting damage to their relationship with their child.    On this Episode of The813 Discussion, Samantha Opp and Paul Krueger offer hope for parents in this situation and provide tangible tools to help. Paul Krueger is ready to coach you personally.  If you need help...

Setting limits with our children will never be a walk in the park, but it doesn't have to be a battleground either. With understanding, patience, and consistent strategies, parents can establish boundaries that both they and their child can live with. By recognizing the unique challenges of setting boundaries and embracing them, parents can foster an environment of mutual respect and understa...

Parenting is one of the hardest things we do!  It doesn't help if our kids happen to be the "strong-willed" variety.  Hosts Samantha Opp and Pastor Paul Krueger talk about the parenting dynamic of influence vs. control.   If you want to reach out to us for prayer, questions about this podcast, comments, or requests for future shows you can email us at the following addresses:    Sam...

Is it bad to be masculine or to protect masculinity?  It seems like Masculinity is a bad thing in our society, but should it be?  Pastor Paul Krueger and Samantha Opp discuss this and more on this episode of the 813 discussion. Portions of this podcast should be credited to the hard work of Nancy R. Pearcy and her book, "The Toxic War on Masculinity, bestselling author of "Love Thy Body....

The Jewish People are being attacked...again..what should the Christian response be to the largest attack on the Jewish People since World War II? Hosts Pastor Paul Krueger and Samantha Opp discuss this and more.. This is the next major attack adding to the following list... Ancient Egypt (circa 13th-14th century BCE) Babylonian Exile (586 BCE) Greek Rule (2nd century BCE) Roman Rule (1st century...

Hosts, Pastor Paul Krueger and Samantha Opp  discuss what it means to give your life to Jesus Christ and truly make Him Lord of your life.  We throw a lot of words around about the topic that some people may not understand what they mean.  Pastor Paul and Sam spend Episode 58 diving in to this important topic. If you want to reach out to us for prayer, questions about this podcast, comments, or re...

Life can be pretty stressful! God's Word gives us everything we need to bend but not break.  Podcast Hosts Pastor Paul Krueger and Samantha Opp speak to biblical resilience and discuss how to apply God's promises and instructions to our lives as we struggle well and fail forward. If you want to reach out to us for prayer, questions about this podcast, comments, or requests for future sho...

The culture we live in has not made it easier to raise our children with a Biblical Worldview. Hosts Pastor Paul Krueger and Samantha Opp start a discussion on this important topic with practical steps you can take to help your children thrive! If you want to reach out to us for prayer, questions about this podcast, comments, or requests for future shows you can email us at the following addresses...

When we have loved ones that are alive and absent from our lives for whatever reason, navigating the emotions surrounding them can be daunting.  How do we love them? Is it your fault they're broken?  Am I grieving them even though they're alive?   Should I forgive them no matter what?  These are just some of the tough subjects we tackle on this episode of The 813 Discussion. If you are s...

It is hard to know how to be loving in our divisive culture.  On this episode of The 813 Discussion, Samantha and Pastor Paul discuss how to apply scriptural truth to how we balance truth, judgement, and love in our daily lives and relationships.  Thanks for listenting! If you want to reach out to us for prayer, questions about this podcast, comments, or requests for future shows you can email us...

God wants to "flip the script" on our fear and our distorted thinking.  He wants our actions to reflect the promises He has made to us in His Word! Join Hosts Samantha Opp and Pastor Paul Krueger as they explore this important topic with you as well as looking at strategies that will help all of us walk boldly and confidently through life's challenges. If you want to reach out to us...