Goodlife Church exists for our cities - to empower people unleash more good, be the church and live the goodlife. We want to equip Goodlifers to transform our world through the Truth and Power of Jesus Christ. This podcast aims to help Goodlifers in their formation to become more like Christ, and carry His truth and power in every sphere of their lives - personally, family, vocation and to the ends of their world.
In this episode, we explore the significance of spiritual gifts, their purpose in serving others and worshiping God, and how practicing gratitude and discipline enhances our contributions.
key topics
The purpose of spiritual gifts in serving others and worshiping God
The role of gratitude and discipline in spiritual practice
How withholding gifts can be seen as withholding worship
The concept of gifts as expressions of gratitude and sacrifice
The importance of offering willingly in spiritual service
In this episode, we explore the core doctrines of Christianity, the influence of postmodernism and critical theory, and the importance of biblical truth in confronting cultural ideologies. Guests Bex and Dave share insights on defending faith, understanding Islam, and the role of men in society.
key topics
The influence of postmodernism and critical theory on culture
How to identify and respond to heresy and false doctrines
The importance of biblical literacy and truth in spiritual warfare
Understanding Islam from a biblical perspective
The role of men in leadership and societal change
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introductions
04:14 Overview of Sunday’s Sermon on Postmodernism and Christianity
09:10 The Exclusivity of Jesus as the Truth
15:52 The Evidence for the Reliability of the Bible
22:49 The Rise of Islam and Its Historical Impact
28:15 The Blurring of Gender and Cultural Boundaries
34:53 How to Recognize and Respond to Deception
42:43 The Role of Christian Men in Society and Family
49:16 The Need for Biblical Clarity and Courage in Cultural Engagement
28 Sept 2026
Secular Humanistic Atheism
In this episode, Pastor Bex and Pastor Dave discuss the importance of Christian engagement in society, politics, and the cultural issues facing the church today. They explore how Christians can influence their communities and the necessity of standing for biblical truth in a postmodern world.
Key Topics:
The lie that Christians should stay out of politics and public square
The impact of secular humanism on society
The importance of Christians voting and participating in politics
The role of the church in societal reform
The danger of syncretism and cultural compromise
The influence of postmodernism on moral values
The biblical call to be salt and light in society
The importance of biblical literacy and critical thinking
Sound Bites
"Silence in the face of evil is evil."
"Homicidal empathy is a dangerous form of toxic empathy."
"Revival and reformation come through prayer and faith."
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcome
01:07 Preaching and Self-Assessment
03:26 The Impact of Spiritual Battles on Preaching
08:28 Main Messages from Bex's Sermon on Society and Christianity
09:39 The Influence of the Anabaptists and Cultural Separation
11:28 Linking Scripture, History, and Current Events
14:36 The Role of the Church in Society and Politics
19:18 The Biblical Mandate to Engage in Public Life
23:35 How Small Groups Can Shift Policy and Culture
24:23 The Dangers of Humanism and Moral Relativism
28:58 Thinking Critically and Biblically About Social Issues
35:23 The Urgency of Protecting Future Generations
39:21 Encouragement to Embrace Discomfort for Growth
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