Grace & Truth with Owen Strachan

Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by Ryan Helfenbein, the VP for Communications at Liberty University and the Founding Executive Director of the Standing for Freedom Center, to discuss the anti-Israel protests that have swept over college campuses. What's behind these protests? Can Israel be criticized without being antisemitic? How does wokeness factor into what we're seeing? Dr. Strachan and Mr. Helfenbein answer these questions and a lot more!

Dr. Strachan and Jinger Duggar Vuolo discuss the effects of legalism and the importance of finding freedom in Christian womanhood. They talk about the negative impact of legalistic teachings on individuals, particularly women, and how it can lead to fear, oppression, and a distorted view of God. They emphasize the need for individuals to reevaluate their beliefs and seek biblical counseling or discipleship to work through the pain and hurt caused by legalism. They also highlight the importance of finding a supportive church community and trusted individuals to share and grow with.

Dr. Owen Strachan interviews Jinger Duggar Vuolo about her background in the Gothardist system and her journey to disentangle her faith from fear. They discuss the harmful teachings of Bill Gothard, the founder of the system, and how it promoted legalism, fear, and control. Jinger shares her experience of growing up in the public eye and the pressure to conform to the strict rules and expectations. She also talks about her journey to true Christian faith and the freedom she found in Christ.

Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by Mike Penberthy, a former NBA player and current scout for the Denver Nuggets. They discuss various topics including basketball, faith, and the pursuit of excellence. Mike shares his journey from playing basketball as a child to making it to the NBA. They also talk about the importance of balancing basketball and faith, and how to avoid idolizing the game. They touch on the mentality of players like Kobe Bryant and the intensity and focus required to succeed at the highest level.

Dr. Owen Strachan and Dale Thackrah, Executive Pastor at Redeemer Bible Church in Arizona, discuss the importance of men cultivating a good marriage and family life. They highlight the confusion and different voices that men often face in today's culture, leading to a lack of understanding of their role in the family. They emphasize the need for men to prioritize their families over worldly success and to pursue sacrificial leadership. The conversation also touches on the importance of emotional stability, humility, and following Christ as a model for leadership. Brought to you by Wealth Protection Research, which has created a “2024 Election Wealth Protection Report”. This free report highlights the three best ideas for protecting and growing your money heading into the 2024 election. Text IDEAS to 76626 to claim your free copy

Dr. Owen Strachan discusses how Christians should approach politics and voting. He emphasizes the privilege of political participation and the need for Christians to use their agency to choose the best possible candidate or policy. Strachan also highlights the gray areas and complexities of politics, urging Christians to seek wisdom from the Holy Spirit. He reminds listeners to remember their eschatology and the ultimate hope they have in Jesus, rather than falling into fear-based paradigms or naive idealism. Brought to you by Wealth Protection Research, which has created a “2024 Election Wealth Protection Report”. This free report highlights the three best ideas for protecting and growing your money heading into the 2024 election. Text IDEAS to 76626 to claim your free copy

Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the saying 'of two evils choose neither' attributed to Charles Spurgeon. He clarifies that Spurgeon did not mean to opt out of politics or difficult choices. Instead, Spurgeon cautioned against falling into unsound doctrine and having an unloving spirit. Strachan emphasizes that Spurgeon called for political engagement and expressed his opinions on consequential political matters. He also highlights Spurgeon's involvement in social causes, such as church planting, founding orphanages, and addressing social ills. Strachan encourages Christians to be salt and light in the political realm and to follow Spurgeon's example of putting faith into action. Brought to you by Wealth Protection Research, which has created a “2024 Election Wealth Protection Report”. This free report highlights the three best ideas for protecting and growing your money heading into the 2024 election. Text IDEAS to 76626 to claim your free copy

Dr. Owen Strachan and Joel Berry of the Babylon Bee come back together for another edition of the "Grace and Truth Movie Club!" They discuss various movies and their impact on Christians. They start by appreciating the storytelling and visuals of Dune Part II. Both Owen and Joel highlight the themes of leadership, courage, and the value of human life portrayed in these films. The conversation emphasizes the need for clear, decisive, and courageous men in today's society. Brought to you by Wealth Protection Research, which has created a “2024 Election Wealth Protection Report”. This free report highlights the three best ideas for protecting and growing your money heading into the 2024 election. Text IDEAS to 76626 to claim your free copy

Dr. Owen Strachan reacts to an article by Russell Moore on Richard Dawkins, the famous atheist, who recently referred to himself as a cultural Christian. While Dawkins does not believe in the Christian faith, he recognizes the value of Christianity in terms of its civilizational and aesthetic effects. Russell Moore seems to think that this is a bad thing, but Owen thinks that while there may be dangers to a sort of "cultural Christianity", it's a sign of something more significant happening. Brought to you by Wealth Protection Research, which has created a “2024 Election Wealth Protection Report”. This free report highlights the three best ideas for protecting and growing your money heading into the 2024 election. Text IDEAS to 76626 to claim your free copy

Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the concept of beginning again in Christianity. He emphasizes that any given day is an opportunity for fresh starts and renewal and encourages listeners to embrace their dependence on God and to seek His grace and mercy in every aspect of their lives.

Dr. Owen Strachan and Ryan Helfenbein, Executive Director of the Standing for Freedom Center, discuss the journey into Christian conservatism and the current state of the movement. They explore the concept of the neither left nor right paradigm and the need for biblical balance in political engagement. They also address the crisis of politics and conservatism today, highlighting the importance of Christian influence and the impact of the Enlightenment. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the significance of religious liberty in politics.

Dr. Owen Strachan and Tom Buck, the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Lindale, Texas, continue their discussion on the dangers of Gothardism, a system of ideas associated with Bill Gothard. They highlight the fear-driven paradigm that can arise from legalistic teachings and emphasizes the importance of viewing adoption through the lens of God's fatherhood. The discussion also addresses the effects of false teaching and the need for compassion towards those who have been broken by it.

Dr. Owen Strachan and Ryan Helfenbein, the Executive Director of the Standing for Freedom Center, discuss the controversy surrounding the phrase 'Christ is King' and its association with anti-Semitism. They emphasize the importance of understanding the true meaning of Christ's kingship and how Christians should interact with those who may misuse or misrepresent this concept. They also highlight the significance of supporting the nation-state of Israel and opposing anti-Semitism.

Dr. Owen Strachan and Pastor Tom Buck the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Lindale, Texas, discuss the dangers of Gothardism, a system of ideas associated with Bill Gothard. They explore Gothard's teachings on music, adoption, and other topics. They highlight the need for a biblical understanding of grace and caution against legalistic approaches to music and instruments. The conversation emphasizes the importance of discernment and the sufficiency of Scripture in evaluating teachings and practices. This conversation delves into the misuse of scripture and the dangers of adopting simplistic answers.

Dr. Owen Strachan explores the debate among Christians about whether to celebrate Easter. He emphasizes the importance of celebrating the resurrection of Christ every day, not just on one specific day of the year. Owen also discusses the freedom Christians have to celebrate Easter and the need to consider the conscience of others.

Dr. Owen Strachan and Joel Berry of The Babylon Bee, discuss the movie Dune Part II and the broader topic of movies and storytelling. They explore the power of movies to communicate truth and provide glimpses of the transcendent. Joel shares his approach of watching movies before reading the books they are based on.

Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the public speculation surrounding Kate Middleton's absence from public life and uses it as an opportunity to reflect on how Christians should respond to such events in the age of social media. He emphasizes the need to remember the magnification of things in social media and the danger of magnifying small things.

Dr. Owen Strachan explores the theme of the love of God as depicted in the book of Zephaniah. He emphasizes that the love of God is a central theme of Scripture and that it should not be separated from other attributes of God. Owen highlights the joy and restoration of Israel as a reflection of God's love for His people.

Dr. Owen Strachan explores Jeremiah 29:4-7 and discusses how Christians can navigate living in a fallen world. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing our limitations and understanding that only God can save the world. Owen highlights the concept of micro faithfulness and encourages listeners to engage in small acts of faithfulness in their daily lives.

Dr. Owen Strachan introduces the concept of Coram Deo, which means living all of life unto God. He challenges the idea that only full-time vocational ministry is important to God and emphasizes that every minute of our lives matters to Him. Owen then focuses on the story of Joseph in the book of Genesis as an example of faithful labor and how God used Joseph in his administrative and leadership roles.

Dr. Owen Strachan discusses how God sees believers in moments of sin. He emphasizes the need for a Christ-centered approach to sin and highlights four truths to help handle sin in a healthy and hopeful way.

Author and Pastor Paul Tautges joins Dr. Owen Strachan to discuss his book 'Remade: Embracing Your Complete Identity in Christ'. They explore the topics of identity in Christ, freedom in Christ, walking in the Spirit, law-based zeal, acceptance in Christ, grace in suffering, fatherly discipline, overcoming shame, balancing grace and truth, the role of grace in sanctification, and living in grace and truth.

Dr. Owen Strahan is joined by Tom Buck, Senior Pastor of First Baptist Church in Lindale, Texas and they discuss the teachings and influence of Bill Gothard, particularly in the context of parenting and family life. The discussion highlights the core ideas of Gothardism, including legalism, formulaic approaches to sanctification, and the elevation of Gothard's interpretations and applications over Scripture.

Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the complexities and expectations of biblical womanhood. He acknowledges the numerous roles and responsibilities placed on women in today's society and the resulting stress and exhaustion.

Dr. Owen Strachan and Family Research Council's Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview, David Closson, discuss the rise in hostility against churches in the United States, as highlighted in a report by the Family Research Council. The report documents an increase in acts of violence and hostility directed towards houses of worship and churches over the past six years.