The Faith Debate

Expositional vs Topical Preaching Faith Debate: Sunday, February 1st, 2009 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Some preachers prefer delivering expositional sermons, others prefer topical messages. When considering the move of the Holy Spirit, the importance of solid exegesis, and the needs of the local congregation, what drives the homiletical commitments of pastors? . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor,...

Forced Greetings in Church Faith Debate: Sunday, January 25th, 2009 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . There are several times when The New Testament mentions Christians greeting one another with a holy kiss. For some local congregations this is expressed by orchestrated hugs and handshakes during the middle of the worship service. Some view this practice as forced and awkward. Should churches do t...

The Inauguration Faith Debate: Sunday, January 18th, 2009 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . On the cusp of the peaceful transfer of power from George W. Bush to Barack H. Obama The Faith Debate tackles issues of religion and politics, church and state, and the involvement of pastors (such as Rick Warren) in the American election cycles. . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ J...

CCM Faith Debate: Sunday, January 11th, 2009 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . There's a world of contemporary Christian music that's far outside what is regularly played on CCM radio stations. The Faith Debate offered a short series of shows (this is episode #3) which highlight some of the better options (that might, or might not, typically be heard on the radio). Artists highlighted this time in...

Contemporary Christian Music Faith Debate: Sunday, January 4th, 2009 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . CCM (Contemporary Christian Music) has both good and bad performers. The Faith Debate shares a few examples of their favorite songs and why they like them (lyrics, style, musicianship, etc). Artists featured include Newsboys, Phil Joel, Monk & Neagle, Jennifer Knapp, Jeremy Camp, and Sara Gro...

Christian Music and Stories of Healing Faith Debate: Sunday, December 28th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Contemporary Christian Music has both supporters and detractors. The Faith Debate examines some of the styles that have gained popularity and discusses both the good and the bad of what is labelled CCM. Specific artists featured include Nichole Nordeman, MercyMe, MarkSchultz, Erin O'D...

Education and Evolution Faith Debate: Sunday, December 21st, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . A special holiday edition of The Faith Debate tackles trivia, tidbits, factoids, and other odds and ends which were sent to the show by listeners. . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ Dina Carole. Women's Bible Study Leader . www.householdoffaithinchrist.com

What the Future Holds Faith Debate: Sunday, December 14th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Husband and wife share with the listener thoughts and advice on disciplining children (spanking, time out, etc.), household safety, predictions of the future for the year 2029, and pop culture. . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ Dina Carole. Women's Bible Study Leader . www.ho...

Karma and Pearl Harbor Faith Debate: Sunday, December 7th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . On the anniversary of the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor the show memorializes the day "which will live in infamy" with personal stories of reflection. The Faith Debate then transitions to sharing messages from listeners on an array of subjects, including karma, life advice, and more. . Panel: Troy Skinn...

Email Potpourri Faith Debate: Sunday, November 30th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . The Faith Debate devotes this episode to interacting with emails received from listeners. Topics covered include: overcoming adversity, being wise as serpents, telling jokes, and taking the Lord's name in vain. . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ Dina Carole. Women's Bible Study Lead...

Thanksgiving Day Faith Debate: Sunday, November 23rd, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Thanksgiving Day is an American holiday that even secularists seem to celebrate. In what ways are humanists coopting the spiritual heritage of this civic feast day, and what are Christians doing to highlight aspects of the biblical foundations of this annual event? . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household...

Train Them Up in the Way They Should Go Faith Debate: Sunday, November 16th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Have efforts at "Children's Church", "Youth Ministry", and "Sunday School for kids" gotten in the way of parents taking responsibility to disciple their offspring and train them up in the way they should go? What has become of the generational spiritual history in our families? . Pan...

American Families Faith Debate: Sunday, November 9th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . If knowing where to look, there are numerous reminders of the gospel when reviewing American history and visiting historic sites. The Faith Debate shares ideas about families connecting to this heritage as a means of bolstering faith and introducing Christianity to unbelievers. . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pasto...

Role of Faith in Voting Faith Debate: Sunday, November 2nd, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . The religion of candidates and voters has historically played an important role in elections. What factors should shape a Bible-believing Christian's thinking when filling out a ballot (or even refusing to go to the polls)? . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ Jonathan Switzer....

Comparing America Now with 1776 Faith Debate: Sunday, October 26th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Defining "Christian Nation" and clarifying The Bill of Rights, separation of powers, and separation of church and state are key aspects of this episode of the show. . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ Jonathan Switzer. Pastor, Crossroads Valley Chapel Bernie Beall. Fou...

America Founded as a Christian Nation? Faith Debate: Sunday, October 19th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . How has America changed with regard to its Christian heritage? Christianity (or at least Christendom) was once embraced, as evidenced by the symbolism of the Maryland state flag. Now there is a rhetorical battle being waged as to whether or not the United States is a Christian nation....

Human Responsibility Faith Debate: Sunday, October 12th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . If God is sovereign, then how is it that humans have responsibility to do anything at all? A panel of pastors with differing understandings of this question take time to discuss various ways that Christians work to grapple with biblical answers. . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Chris...

Once Saved Always Saved Faith Debate: Sunday, October 5th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Can a true follower of Jesus Christ eternally walk away from the LORD? If the Son never loses those whom the Father gives Him, then what are believers to make of the warning passages about apostacy? . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ Jonathan Switzer. Pastor, Crossroads Valley...

Did God Cause Our Evil Choices? Faith Debate: Sunday, September 28th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Where does God's sovereignty fit into the free will evil decisions that people make? Is predestination with regard to soteriology equivalent to fate with regard to individual choices made by sinners? . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ Jonathan Switzer. Pastor, Cross...

Free Will Faith Debate: Sunday, September 21st, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Does God choose His elect, or do the elect choose God? Does God know things from a perspective that's both inside and outside of time, or is He bound by time? What are some of the key Bible passages for answering these questions? . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ Jonathan Switzer. Pasto...

Sovereignty Faith Debate: Sunday, September 14th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . How does the Bible portray God's sovereignty in the areas of election, predestination, salvation, and human will? . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ Jonathan Switzer. Pastor, Crossroads Valley Chapel Edward Ambush. Pastor, Bread of Life Church . www.householdoffaithinchrist.com

Liberalism in the Church Faith Debate: Sunday, August 31st, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . The "Left" versus "Right" and "Liberalism" versus "Conservatism" divides are commonly discussed in the area of politics, but what about in the area of theology? There is a split away from biblical orthodoxy within large swaths of the church, and the show talks about it in this episode. . Panel: Troy...

Biblical Marriage Faith Debate: Sunday, August 24th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Do spouses have authority to make end-of-life decisions for their husband/wife - even if they've abandoned the relationship via adultery? Also, what should one look for in a mate, when is the right time to wed, and what attitudes should the sexes have toward one another? . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, House...

Are All Gods the Same? Faith Debate: Sunday, August 10th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Are all conceptions of God equal? Are there gods that are actually no god at all? Is it bigoted to insist that there is only one true God? . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ Jonathan Switzer. Pastor, Crossroads Valley Chapel Dina Carole. Women's Bible Study Leader . www.househo...

Should Church Partner with Government Faith Debate: Sunday, July 27th, 2008 930 WFMD in Frederick, Maryland . Is it appropriate for the church to partner with the secular government in order to serve the poor? If this public-private partnership is okay, why isn't it a danger to the separation of church and state? . Panel: Troy Skinner. Pastor, Household of Faith in Christ Jonathan Switzer. Pastor,...