Derek Stephenson

The Truth Response

Religion EN ↓ 277 episodes

About The Truth Response PodcastThe Truth Response is a podcast that explores the complexities of modern life through the lens of Christian faith. Each episode invites listeners on a journey to discover how biblical teachings can provide hope and guidance amid contemporary challenges. We tackle a variety of important topics, from the intricacies of scriptural canon to the struggles of living out one’s faith in the workplace. Join host Derek Stephenson as he engages with difficult questions about temptation, forgiveness, and the reality of death from a believer’s perspective. Expect contemplati...

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Derek Stephenson

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The Tech Trip 02.10.2023 58:37

How far has technology really come? Are we setting ourselves up for our own demise with technology? thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

The Faces of Worship 25.09.2023 1:10:53

Is worship the same across all churches How much is culture reflected in the way we worship. thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

To Lead or Not to Lead. 18.09.2023 1:00:06

What makes a good leader? Can a leader be cultivated? Lets talk about it. thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Do You Have What It Takes 11.09.2023 1:03:55

Ever thought about going into ministry? Do you think you need to a bible degree? thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

FEAR!! 04.09.2023 1:09:15

What are your unreasonable fears? Is fear ever a good thing? Does God use fear? thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Hedonism 28.08.2023 1:09:07

What is hedonism? Is there really a way to practice christian hedonism? thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Anti-Social Media 21.08.2023 1:13:45

Is Social Media really all that social? Is it more of a anti-social platform and a moral killer? thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Do You Feel the Music 14.08.2023 1:12:25

How does music impact you? Do you feel all music can be worship music? thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Pride and Humility 07.08.2023 1:04:46

What make you proud? Is it getting in the way of your walk? thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Bleep'n Cussing 31.07.2023 1:00:54

In this episode, we talk about the way we talk. Do you use bad words? Is it ever justified or is it always a sin? thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Money - Do I Love Thee? 24.07.2023 1:00:25

What is your relationship with money? Is it a tool to accomplish a task? An all consuming thing? Somewhere in between? Let talk about it. thetrughresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Luck, Irony or God 17.07.2023 1:03:56

Do you feel lucky? Is luck a real thing? Is God really in control and working? Check out our discussion this week. thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

DEATH! 10.07.2023 59:07

We all face it, but no talks about it. Today, we talk about death and the believer vs the non-believer. thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Pain, Punishment, and Praise 03.07.2023 1:03:44

Crime and Punishment. Deeds and Consequences. What is the cost of our decisions. Can God use our mistakes for good? thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Forgive and Forget 26.06.2023 55:47

Is it necessary to forgive AND forget? What does this look like? Lets talk about it. Note: this was recorded on June 21, 2023 so some of the current event conversation is dated. risefl.org thetruthresponse@gmail.com

Kingdom Minded Business 20.06.2023 1:17:48

Does your business have a kingdom mindset? Better yet, does the church? Today's podcast will challenge how you think of business and the church. Sit back, Relax, and Enjoy. thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Fighting Temptation 12.06.2023 1:10:47

What is the definition of temptation? What does it look like? How do we fight temptation? Lets talk about it. thetruthresponse@gmail.com risefl.org

Faith in the Workplace 05.06.2023 59:33

Special Guests in a Special Place How do you live your faith in the workplace. What if where you work has rules against expressing your faith. Lets talk about it.

Convicted Vs. Conflicted 29.05.2023 1:10:49

What is conviction? Do you know if your convicted about something or are you conflicted? Is being conflicted a hang up in your Christian walk? Let's talk about it. risefl.org

Did I Read That Right?? 22.05.2023 1:06:17

Have you read the bible and discovered a "contradiction"? Lets talk about it. risefl.org

I'M OFFENDED!! 15.05.2023 1:05:25

What offends you? Are you the one offending or are you being a sumbling block? How do you resolve a situation where you were offended or you did the offending? Lets talk about it. risefl.org

Why Church 08.05.2023 1:13:46

Why do we go to church? What purpose does it service? How do we go about finding a church? We discuss this and more......

Why Do We Pray? 01.05.2023 1:00:11

It's just Mark and Derek this time. This was done during Rise Christian Church's 24 hour prayer event. We recorded this at 4:00am on Saturday. We dive into prayer. Why do we do it? How do we do it? Why is it important. risefl.org.

I Believe..... Now What? 28.04.2023 1:07:47

So you just found Jesus, now what do you do? Great question! We explore the next steps new Christians should take. Plus, if you have been in the faith for a while, what you to get involved with baby believers. risefl.org

The Past, Present, and Future 21.04.2023 1:17:09

What's up y'all! The Truth Response will be making some changes in the near future. This is something we have been working on for a while, and we are very close to making it happen. Trust me, its going to be good! Today we take a look at where this podcast has been, where we are going and our vision for us in the future. Grant joins us today to steer and does a great job of keep us on trac...