The Amputated Baptist Podcast

This has been teacher appreciation week, and I want to take the time to introduce you to a man who has taught me much throughout the years and has been a huge source of encouragement to me.  Allow me to introduce to you the ministry of Evangelist Don Woodward.  Tune in this week as Dr. Don and I chat about his testimony and passion for reaching people for Christ. Right now, as this is being posted...

This week we welcome royalty to the podcast!  The self-proclaimed king of Amillennialism is joining us to talk about how to maintain and proclaim our Baptist distinctives while engaging with other denominations.  Keith (or Your Calvinist) is known for his hilarious denominational meeting videos.  We chat about subjects like what does it mean to be a Baptist, how to engage with fellow Christians in...

He is Risen!  He is risen indeed!  Happy Resurrection Sunday, everyone.  As we reflect on the significance of this event that changed everything forever, on this podcast I walk through the events of Matthew 27:50-54.  Yes, we're going to talk about zombies roaming the streets of Jerusalem.   Recommended Resources: Holy Week: The Week That Changed the World by R.C. Sproul Easter Stories for Childre...

I love having former students come on the podcast and share what God is doing in their lives.  This week's podcast features Rebecca Meier who works with DOOR International reaching the deaf community for Christ.  This interview opened my eyes to the unreached people that live among us everyday.  I'm also ashamed to say that much of my understanding of the needs of the deaf community needed to be c...

The entire nation is now focused on the state of Wisconsin and our race Supreme Court Justice.  Conservative Bard Schimel faces liberal Susan Crawford in a race where abortion and crime have taken center stage.  But, another issue that the court will most certainly face is school choice.  In other words, my job is at stake in this election which is why I support Brad Schimel who is also pro-life a...

This is our third Spring election episode.  Today, the unthinkable has happened, a Muslim is talking with a Baptist!  Welcome Yusuf Adama to our podcast.  Yusuf Adama is running for re-election to the Beloit City Council.  Listen in as we chat about the importance of community engagement and his thoughts on the issues facing the city of Beloit. Recommended Resources: Yusuf For Beloit City Council ...

Our special election weekend continues to roll on!  This episode features Kim Schneider and her bid to join the Beloit City Council.  Kim shares a positive vision of Beloit measured by her ideas for improvements that can make our city even better.  Please remember to vote on Tuesday! Recommended Resources: My Vote Wisconsin  

This weekend I will be posting several episodes focusing on Wisconsin's Spiring Elections on Tuesday.  First, I welcome Beloit School Board Candidate Juan Romero.  If you live in the area, you know this is a politically-charged election with much on the line.  Whatever you do, please do not ignore this election.  This will have a huge impact on the children in our area.  So, listen in a Juan walks...

This week we are joined by Austin Brown, missionary to Germany.  Listen in as we chat about his testimony, his creative and unique ministry opportunities and Germany's slide from the 17 century Reformation to modern day secularism.  Recommended Resources: Austin & Shanda Brown Life Church

Is it a sin to get a tattoo?  Are hesitations regarding tattoos just a vestige old-fashioned legalism or does the Bible condemn the practice?  As many in Reformed circles embrace tatting up themselves in Greek Scripture passages and Trinitarian symbols, should we give pause and give this a little more thought?  Join my friend entrepreneur Dayton Bennett and I as we discuss this controversial issue...

We all desire doctrinal clarity and purity.  But in our efforts to distinguish ourselves from other denominations, groups and teachers we believe to be mistaken, are we forgetting about Christ's desire to have a unified church?  Are purity and unity mutually exclusive?  Can you seek unity without sacrificing Biblical doctrine.  This week we are exploring the book The Scandal of Schism by Chris And...

The word "fundamentalist" is often thrown around to describe anyone from Billy Graham to radical Islamic sects.  But, to those of us who grew up self-identifying as one, the term has a whole different meaning.  But even among this group, not all fundamentalists are equal.  So, joining us this week is Dr. Joel Tetreau of the Institute of Biblical Leadership.  Dr. Tetreau is here to chat about his b...

This week we welcome author and pastor Curtis King.  As we chat about his book, Understanding the Book of Job.  We have quite the conversation which covers such topics as Willy Wonka, turning the book of Job into a country music musical and giving Mrs. Job a long deserved break.   Recommended Resource: Understanding the Book of Job by Curtis King

This week we have two guests on the podcast.  First, we have Jeremy Kluth from Scripture Alive Ministries.  Jeremy has a passion to help people see the importance and relevance by providing helpful Scripture techniques and entertaining dramatic presentations of Scripture.  You will want to learn more about this young man! Second, we welcome Seth Taylor, an admissions counselor with Moody Bible Ins...

With another school shooting in the news, there is a renewed conversation about bullying.  What does the Bible have to say about this?  Listen in as I welcome back Pastor Joe Walls (People's Church - Beloit, WI) to chat about this unpleasant reality.  Join us as we open up God's Word and even share some of our own personal experiences.  Recommended Resources: Stop Bullying What does the Bible teac...

Join me for our Fesitvus celebration with the airing grievances.   Let me know if you agree or disagree with my conclusions.  Hear me talk about such things as: What did Mary Know and When Did She Know It? Why I Don't Believe We Need to Put the Christ Back in Christmas Jesus Wasn't White and It Doesn't Matter Recommended Resources: What Does “Xmas” Mean? by R.C. Sproul  

Today, a tragic school shooting took place at Abundant Life Christian School in Madison, WI - near where I teach.  Like many of you, I was shocked and horrified.  These are brothers and sisters in Christ.  They are family. This is just a quick prayer, a pouring out of my heart to the Lord.

Quite a bit went on in the month of November! On this episode of the podcast, I want to share my thoughts about the recent events surrounding Dr. Steve Lawson and the passing of Hal Lindsey and Tony Campolo.  All three of these men have had an impact on my life in one way or another, though these three men could not be further apart theologically!  In fact, the theologically astute among us might...

We may be potentially welcoming a sponsor to our podcast energy drinks.  So, in this episode my son Tommy and review this drink and give it our honest thoughts.  Of course, we want you to try it yourself here .  Use the code AMPUTATED BAPTIST to save 10% off your order. Recommended Resources: Dubby Energy Drinks YouTube Review      

Today is a shopping day for millions of Americans still struggling with the onslaught of inflation.  So, that's our topic for today.  This was recorded back in September at Lake Waubesa Bible Camp with the great R.C. Sproul, Jr.  Who is to blame for inflation, how do we bring it down and just what is it anyway?  Listen in and fight out! Recommended Resources: Economics for Everybody by R.C. Sproul...

Last week ended a close and continuous Presidential election.  Donald Trump won quite a decisive victory.  While the election is over, the drama continues. Some on both sides have chosen condemn the other as unamerican or, even worse, un-Christian.  So, on today’s podcast I want to answer the question, how do I love my neighbor who didn’t vote the same way I did?  Let me offer four principles to h...

We are just a matter of hour away from the most important election of our lifetime, until the next important election of lifetime four years from now.  But, we get closer to Tuesday, I have asked many times why I cannot vote for Donald Trump.  So, I thought I would take the time to explain why here.  I also address objections like - King David was imperfect, Trump is not running to be pastor, we m...

We are just one week away from the latest most important election of our lifetime...  This week political activist and former presidential candidate Tom Hoefling joins me to chat about the ethical dilemma many Christian Evangelicals are wrestling with when confronted with the candidacy of Donald Trump.  Warning - neither of us mince our words when it comes to our thoughts on this issue! Recommende...

October is Pastor Appreciation Month so joining me this week is my pastor, Daytoven Raleigh of Faith Community Church Stateline Campus.  We chat about some of his personal experiences, the role of the pastor and how church members can encourage their pastor in meaningful ways. Recommended Resources: Faith Community Church Stateline Campus

In less than one month, we will be voting for our next President, along with any other equally important down ticket races such as governorships, congress and state legislatures.  This week, Byron Foxx joins me to discuss his new book, Christian Citizenship - a series of college lectures intended to encourage believers to act upon their civic responsibilities.   Recommended Resources: Christian Ci...