The Radical Christian Life with Doug and Paula

If you want to hear what the Christian Martyr Dietrich Bonhoeffer, the agnostic Aldous Huxley, and the fifteenth century mystic Thomas á Kempis have in common, then take a listen. Doug & Paula continue their discussion on the Spiritual Disciplines with today’s focus on an easy-to-know what to do, but hard to do it Discipline. Your life will look more like Jesus if you practice it! - Books disc...

All major religions have some form of fasting. Besides the spiritual connection that is associated with fasting, many of the physical benefits are now being touted. But exactly why did Jesus’ fast and instruct His followers on how to fast? In today’s episode Doug & Paula will explore this commonly known and commonly neglected Spiritual Discipline and shed light on how to practice it! - Feel fr...

Confusion reigns when Christians are told they should meditate. Immediately thoughts appear of monks in robes, chants, mantras and emptying their mind. But Christian mediation is so unlike the popular meditation from Eastern religions. We encourage you to slow down and listen as Doug & Paula explain the Discipline of Meditation as found in the Bible. - Feel free to email us with any questions...

Continuing the discussion on the Spiritual Disciplines, today’s focus is on the Discipline of Study. Doug & Paula not only show what the Discipline of Study is, but actually provide some practical ways to begin doing it. So get out a pen and notebook and begin taking your study of God’s Word to the next level!!! - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more infor...

The primer is over, it is time to dive into the first of the Spiritual Disciplines. We encourage you to listen as Doug & Paula talk on what they believe is the beginning of the Disciplines; Prayer. Take a listen and lay the foundation to begin living the way Jesus’ lived so you can do the things Jesus did! - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information...

Before diving into the Spiritual Disciplines, Doug & Paula have one more episode to help us prepare to implement the Spiritual Disciplines into our lives. They discuss the famous “Seven Deadly Sins’ that wreak havoc in our lives. Take a listen and examine for potential areas where you need to concentrate as you practice the Spiritual Disciplines. - Feel free to email us with any questions at i...

Last week Doug & Paula discussed how hurry has overtaken many of us. In this week’s episode they present the way of Jesus when it comes to living a rushed life and some practical tips on slowing in preparation for practicing the Spiritual Disciplines. - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out our website at https://servingbeyondborders.o...

Before jumping into the Spiritual Disciplines, Doug & Paula take a step back and give a primer to prepare for practicing these Disciplines. In this episode they spend time examining the hurry in our world. Take a listen and examine yourself to see if maybe you need to incorporate “slowing” into your life. - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information...

When did discipline become a dirty word? Why are people so against it? Today Doug & Paula dive deep into understanding this word and seeing the many nuances in its use in the New Testament. We encourage you to take a listen and sharpen your understanding of a word being rejected by the world, but is still found in the Word of God! - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.or...

Today we begin a series looking at some of the core Spiritual Disciplines outlined in the life of Jesus. Many Christians want to live the Radical Christian Life, but they often fail and this is a key reason why. Take a listen and learn how you can do the things Jesus did and taught! - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out our website at ht...

Today the United States celebrates its Independence Day. As citizens, Doug & Paula give thanks for the freedoms in our country. But in today’s episode you will be encouraged to look at the greater freedom that is open to you through the sacrifice of Jesus the Messiah. Take a listen! - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out our website a...

Do you have a favorite sermon, a message that years later you still remember and have affected your life? Today Doug & Paula will be presenting a sermon that rocked their world years ago and still impacts how they read a passage of the Bible today. Take a listen and see if it inspires you too! - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out ou...

In a follow-up to last week’s episode, Depression is Not a Disease , Doug & Paula talk about ways to combat depression and live the victorious Christian life Jesus’ purchased with His sacrifice for our sins on the Cross. If you personally or someone you know is battling depression, take a listen and find hope! - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more informa...

The title says it all. In this Podcast Doug & Paula talk about how important it is to always perform the First Act of the Mind when discussing controversial topics. Is Depression the same as Mental Illness? Are Depression and Typhoid both diseases? Take a listen and sharpen your understanding on this prevalent topic - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more i...

As we like to remind our listeners, our enemy is crafty and consistent. In today’s episode Doug & Paula discuss how the heresy of Modalism, condemned by the early church councils is still alive and well. They will also be discussing some ways it is appearing in our evangelical churches. Take a listen and so you can stand firm in the faith! - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@ser...

Doug & Paula respond to a great question asking when do we read a passage literally or read it figuratively. So many people are confused when it comes to the topic of Bible interpretation. Take a listen and sharpen your skills in how you read God’s Word. - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out our website at https://servingbeyondborder...

Last week Doug & Paula discussed the heart and attitude a Christian should have when discussing abortion with a Pro-Death (Choice?) advocate. In today’s episode they now give answers and responses to those who seek to take a preborn baby’s life. - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out our website at https://servingbeyondborders.org - F...

It’s such a hot topic after the leak of the Supreme Court document stating it may overturn Roe vs Wade. People are talking about it, so Doug & Paula bring to the table how a Christian should approach the conversation to those who disagree with them. Take a listen. - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out our website at https://servingbe...

It’s a great question that many people never stop and think about. But an even deeper question is, “If God is happy, how does that affect our prayer life? Doug & Paula discuss both of these questions and believe thinking deeply about these questions can revolutionize your prayer life. Take a listen! - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check...

If the world can’t answer “What is a woman” do we think it will define femininity any better? Today the focus will be on the Blessed Virgin Mary. Men and women both will grow in their understanding of biblical femininity as they look at the woman Jesus said would forever be called blessed. - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out our websit...

Women, do you have a female hero you look up to? Can you point to a woman and say, “She is an example of a godly woman?” In today’s episode Paula reveals a woman who had a tremendous impact on her life by her example and her writings. Take a listen and discover who she is. - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out our website at https://serv...

Today, Doug & Paula continue their discussion on what the Bible says about Biblical womanhood. Take a listen and discover some key concepts from God’s Word about what it means to be a woman of God. - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out our website at https://servingbeyondborders.org - Follow us on: Instagram - @servingbeyondborders Y...

Want to confuse people? Just ask them “What is a woman?” It’s the question being asked throughout the western world. Doug & Paula know the answer. But they take it one step further and answer in this episode the greater question, “What is a biblical woman?” Take a listen! - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out our website at https://s...

It’s one thing to talk about manhood but quite another to see examples from the Bible of being a man. In today’s podcast Doug & Paula talk about the two best examples of manhood from the New Testament. Take a listen and see how these examples showed what it means to be a man. - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more information check out our website at https...

The world is so confused about gender. What does it mean to be a man? A woman? In today’s Podcast Doug & Paula talk about Doug’s journey to understanding what Biblical manhood is. One passage of Scripture changed everything and perhaps it will help you in understanding what it means to be a man. Take a listen! - Feel free to email us with any questions at info@servingbb.org or for more informa...