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The Sword & The Trowel

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by Founders Ministries

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The Sword & The Trowel is the weekly Founders Ministries podcast with Tom Ascol. New episodes drop every Tuesday.

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Recent Episodes

June 12, 2026

Voddie Baucham: Culture is not Neutral

Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden interview Dr. Voddie Baucham about why culture is not neutral and the Christian's role in discipling the next generation.

June 11, 2026

Voddie Baucham: You Can’t Pray and Refuse to Act

Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden interview Dr. Voddie Baucham about integrating faith and action, emphasizing that prayer requires faithful living in all life's spheres.

June 4, 2026

TS&TT: The 1689 Confession: Free Will

Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden explore the 1689 Confession's chapter on free will, clarifying its Calvinistic perspective and practical implications for Christians in this interview.

420 total episodes available with 51 transcripts

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What is The Sword & The Trowel?: The Sword & The Trowel is the weekly Founders Ministries podcast with Tom Ascol. New episodes drop every Tuesday.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates weekly.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 10 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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