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On this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Ezra fellow Dr. Michael Thiessen and Canadian Director Pastor Nate Wright wade into the latest controversy concerning the latest New St. Andrews College AD and Johnny Cash's famous (infamous?) hand gesture. This leads them to discuss the importance of setting a culture in churches and other institutions. They explore the role of pastors as cultural architects and the impact of culture on various aspects of church life. In an age of radical unbelief, how do we raise reformed rebels? Tune in to find out. Episode Resources: New Saint Andrews College: https://nsa.edu/; New Saint Andrews AD [WARNING! VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED!]: https://nsa.edu/blog/the-men-we-want-and-need; CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:23 Welcome 2:06 Setting Church Culture 06:43 NSA AD Controversy 10:30 Thoughts?: Mike's Concerns 15:32 Thoughts?: Nate's Rebuttal 21:09 Mike: Need for a Culture of Dialogue, Repentance in a Vulgar Age 25:25 Nate: The Serrated Edge & Colourful Biblical Language & the Need to Fight Effeminacy 30:20 The Presence of Christ Conference (Oct.31-Nov.2) AD 31:18 Navigating Controversy & Disagreement Through Dialogue 39:59 Navigating Our Cultural Moment with Biblical Wisdom & Discernment 52:32 Ezra's Culture & Programming 01:08:50 Wrap-up 01:08:59 Outro The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot's Mission of God with a brand-new study guide! Get it here: https://ezrapress.ca/products/mission-of-god-10th-anniversary-edition; Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Let us know in the comments or reach out to us at https://www.ezrainstitute.com/connect/contact/; Think biblically about politics with the help of Dr. Boot's latest book "Ruler of Kings": https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government; For Ezra's many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com. Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://www.ezrainstitute.com; Subscribe to Ezra's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVvQDHHrOOjziyqUaN9VoA?sub_confirmation=1; Fight Laugh Feast Network: https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/tabs/audio/podcasts/8297; Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ezra-institute-podcast-for-cultural-reformation/id1336078503; Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dW1gDarpzdrDMLPjKYZW2?si=bee3e91ed9a54885. Wherever you find our content, please like, subscribe, rate, or review it; it truly does help.

On this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Ezra fellow Dr. Michael Thiessen and Canadian Director Pastor Nate Wright are joined by the Pastor of Trinity Bible Chapel, Jacob Reaume, to discuss the importance of the upcoming conference, The Presence of Christ (Oct.31-Nov. 2). The conference aims to shift the focus from fighting against the world to cultivating a deep love for Jesus Christ, and it seeks to unite believers around the central theme of the presence of Christ in their lives and the importance of worshiping Him. Episode Resources:Trinity Bible Chapel: https://trinitybiblechapel.ca/; The Presence of Christ Conference: https://mytrinitybiblechapel.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2343549; Pastor Jacob's Blog: https://trinitybiblechapel.ca/blog/the-pastors-blog/; CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:23 Opening 0:43 Guest Welcome 02:14 Pastor Reaume's Biography 02:50 From Church at War to the Presence of Christ 08:05 The Timeliness of the Conference 11:36 The Focus of the Conference 12:41 Fighting for the Love of Christ 16:08 From Where Does the Christian's Hatred Come? 19:10 Dangerous Demagoguery 20:44 The Purpose of the Conference 21:22 Conference Speakers & Topics 26:25 Breakout Sessions & Speakers 29:45 The Presence of Christ Conference AD 30:15 The Presence of Christ--the Heart of the Christian Motive 31:44 Pastors as Generalists 32:39 Preparation for the Conference 34:48 Setting the Tone for Discipleship 38:44 Corporate Worship: The Heartbeat of the Life of the Church 40:25 Modelling the Mind of Christ 43:59 Thoughtful Preaching in a Reactionary Age 47:27 Conference Promotions 49:56 Closing 50:32 Outro Join us this October 31- November 2 @The Presence of Christ Conference at Trinity Bible Chapel in Kitchener/Waterloo: https://mytrinitybiblechapel.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2343549; The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expandedversion of Dr. Boot's Mission of God with a brand-new study guide! Get it here: https://ezrapress.ca/products/mission-of-god-10th-anniversary-edition; Got Questions? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Let us know in the comments or reach out to us at https://www.ezrainstitute.com/connect/contact/; Think biblically about politics with the help of Dr. Boot's latest book "Ruler of Kings": https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government; For Ezra's many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com. Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://www.ezrainstitute.com; Subscribe to Ezra's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVvQDHHrOOjziyqUaN9VoA?sub_confirmation=1; Fight Laugh Feast Network: https://pubtv.flfnetwork.com/tabs/audio/podcasts/8297; Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/ezra-institute-podcast-for-cultural-reformation/id1336078503; Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0dW1gDarpzdrDMLPjKYZW2?si=bee3e91ed9a54885. Wherever you find our content, please like, subscribe, rate, or review it; it truly does help.