The Brian Dainsberg Podcast
Living the Christian life in today's world is complicated. This podcast will unpack some of the cultural issues we're facing and how we can continue to "Fight the good fight of the faith (1 Tim. 6:12)."
Episodes
40 episodes since 2021
Q&A: Politics and Voting
Over the summer a number of questions came in that pertained to politics and voting. This is not only a controversial topic, it's also complicated. This episode will provide six reflections for Christians to consider as they develop a political...
September 15, 2024
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34:16
(Summer Replay) Critical Theory: History
(Originally Published on August 15, 2021)Critical Race Theory (CRT) has received quite a bit of attention over the recent months. CRT fits under the broader umbrella of Critical Theory (CT), which has a rich and lengthy history. This ep...
August 15, 2024
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22:25
(Summer Replay) Critical Theory: Doctrine & Biblical Critique
(Originally Published on September 15, 2021)Critical Theory has "doctrine" to it; fundamental tenets that shape the ideology. This episode will explore its doctrine and offer a biblical response to it. Resources:
July 15, 2024
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31:47
(Summer Replay) Thoughts on Politics - Part 1
(Originally Published on March 15, 2023)Pastors are not political pundits nor do most desire to enter the overcrowded fray of political punditry. But religion and politics may not occupy totally separate quadrants of life as some may co...
June 15, 2024
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28:38
AI and Bible Translation with Special Guest: Dr. Don Barger
Artificial Intelligence is all the rage these days. Some people are excited about it. Others are suspicious. Can it be useful to the global church? In this episode Dr. Don Barger surveys the role AI is having in Bible translation.Resour...
May 15, 2024
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26:44
IVF
In vitro fertilization has been in the news lately. It could be argued it's a subject the church fell asleep on. So, as Christians, how shall we think about this?Resources:https://www....
April 15, 2024
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16:16
(Bonus Episode) Bold Move: Lakeside Alliance Church - March 2024 Update
The last time we did a bonus episode of The Brian Dainsberg Podcast, Lakeside Alliance Church was preparing to launch. As of January 2024, LAC has officially started gathering as a new church. This episode will discuss the ground that's been co...
March 24, 2024
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25:32
How to See the World - Part 2
Critical theory. Cancel culture. Abortion. Racism. Transgenderism. Politics. All these subjects have been addressed in the Brian Dainsberg Podcast. This episode builds on February's episode by providing a starting point for evaluating ideas suc...
March 15, 2024
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20:13
How to See the World - Part 1
Critical theory. Cancel culture. Abortion. Racism. Transgenderism. Politics. All these subjects have been addressed in the Brian Dainsberg Podcast. This episode will provide a starting point for evaluating ideas such as these that may come our ...
February 15, 2024
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24:03
Does Science Disprove Christianity?
Can you be an intelligent scientific thinker and still believe in God? Or has science "killed God?" There are limitations to science some people may not be aware of. This podcast will cover four of those.Resources:
January 15, 2024
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19:33
The Genesis of Gender with Special Guest: Dr. Abigail Favale
Dr. Favale is an author and professor at Notre Dame University. She has written a book entitled The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory which helps explain the historical and sociological currents that have generated the transgender ...
December 15, 2023
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31:17
A Brief Word on Israel
Just five brief reflections on the unfathomable tragedies that took place in Israel on October 7, 2023, and what has ensued.
November 15, 2023
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9:43
Money and the Bible
Of the 39 parables of Jesus recorded in the gospels, 11 of them are on the topic of money and possessions. Money is a frequently discussed topic in the Bible. This podcast delves into the subject of "money sickness." Do you have it? How is it c...
October 15, 2023
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19:16
Busyness
A new school year and church year are upon us and with that an uptick in the pace of the schedule. Though managing busyness is sometimes beyond our ability to control, there are some fundamentals that are worth remembering so we remain healthy ...
September 15, 2023
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25:15
Theological Liberalism
Most know the general definition of "liberalism" within the political sphere. But there is also such a thing as "liberalism" within the theological sphere. What is it? Where did it come from? How does it operate today?Resources:...
August 15, 2023
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25:28
Was America Founded as a Christian Nation?
This question has been debated for centuries. The answer isn't an easy one to arrive at. Feel like kicking a hornet's nest? Listen to this episode.
July 15, 2023
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22:07
Thoughts on Politics - Part 4
If Christians are to work for Christian conceptions of justice in the public square, how should we think about political candidates who may contribute to that, but are personally of flawed character?Resources:
June 15, 2023
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18:17
Thoughts on Politics - Part 3
By the command of God, governments have a responsibility to establish a common morality, not a common religion. But how would people who don't subscribe to the Christian Scriptures, who don’t follow Jesus, determine what that morality should be...
May 15, 2023
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21:02
Thoughts on Politics - Part 2
The little known covenant God made with Noah is about more than not sending another flood. It contains God's expectations for the human race and the foundation for government's proper role within it.Resources:
April 15, 2023
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23:30
(Bonus Episode) Bold Move: Lakeside Alliance Church - Updates
Easter of 2022 Alliance Bible Church announced the plans to start a new church: Lakeside Alliance Church. This episode will dive into some of the details pertaining to what has transpired over the past year as preparations continue to move forw...
March 26, 2023
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26:15
Thoughts on Politics - Part 1
Pastors are not political pundits nor do most desire to enter the overcrowded fray of political punditry. But religion and politics may not occupy totally separate quadrants of life as some may contend. Might it be the Scriptures offer some dir...
March 15, 2023
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28:38
4 Ways Your Phone is Changing You
The invention of the modern day smartphone is as seismic as the invention of the printing press, the discovery of electricity, and the development of the automobile. They aren't just tools. They change people - sometimes for the good, sometimes...
February 15, 2023
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21:05
"Get Back to Work!": Reflections on Work Ethic
"Where have all the workers gone?" This question has become a frequently repeated one. And it's a very important one. But showing up isn't enough. When you do show up, work hard! Put forth your best effort. Not because you're attempting to amas...
January 15, 2023
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22:22
Top 5 Books of 2022
Here are the five best books I read this past year. Happy shopping! Happy reading!Resources:
December 15, 2022
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15:35
Clergy and the American Revolution
The conversations and debates that preceded the American Revolution were frequent and spirited. The colonial clergy were active participants in it. But according to Dr. Gary Steward, they have been misunderstood. Were these ministers co-opted b...
November 15, 2022
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24:30