The NFL, Harrison Butker, and What You Missed
Last week, the NFL issued a chilling statement about Kansas City Chiefs’ star kicker, Harrison Butker’s speech; a statement that revealed more about the NFL than Harrison Butker. However, the Media missed something, and I’ll bet you did too. That’s what I’m talking about today. What did the NFL really say about Harrison Butker, homemakers, fathers and God? How can followers of Jesus respond?
#faith #worldview
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Time Stamp:
0:00 The NFL response to Harrison Butker
02:33 Woke or Jesus?
03:30 What Harrison Butker said about fathers
05:23 Broken fathers are the problem
10:22 Good fathers are made, not born
11:40 What P. Diddy and unfaithful pastors have in common
13:46 Where to find help
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Anti-Israel College Protests: Pulling Back the Curtain
Who are the anti-Israel, anti-US protestors on our college campuses? More importantly, who is behind the curtain pulling the strings? How should followers of Jesus respond?
Believe it or not, in the ‘80’s I used to organize “GRASSROOTS” protests around the country from my office in Washington, D.C. I know how it’s done.
In light of that, I’m going to talk about what is going on at Columbia University and many other college campuses around the country. Who are the protestors, who is pulling their strings and what can you and I do about it?
#faith #worldview
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What is the Pro-Life Movement’s Biggest Mistake?
The Pro-Life movement has won some major battles, but it is losing the war. Why? I think we find clues in recent statements by Bill Maher and Richard Dawkins. Join me as we unpack the stunningly honest comment Bill Maher made about abortion and the unexpected admission Richard Dawkins made that he “identifies as a cultural Christian.” These two atheists inadvertently point us to the Pro-life movement’s biggest mistake. We can fix it!
#faith #worldview
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Time Stamp
00:00 – Bill Mahr makes honest statement about abortion
00:54 – Winston Churchill
03:51 – Survival of the fittest and abortion
05:05 – Richard Dawkins identifies as a “cultural Christian”
07:12 – Two ways to get rid of abortion
09:06 – The Pro-life movements biggest mistake
10:25 – The Gospel changed Rome
11:08 – We have a choice
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Can Christians Use Transgender Pronouns Without Compromising Faith?
Can Christians use transgender pronouns without compromising God’s truth? Is it okay for Christians to use transgender preferred pronouns in order to share Christ? Brad wrestled with this question and shares his conclusions in this episode of GOD is the Issue Podcast. If you want practical suggestions for navigating this contentious topic make sure to listen to the end! His answer may surprise those on all sides of the issue.
#faith #worldview
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Time Stamp
00:00- What is the debate about Christians using transgender pronouns?
1:20 – Be like Jesus
3:33 – The only relevant question: How does God feel?
4:10 – Gender and God
5:20 – Don’t misrepresent God
8:28 – What does God call us to do?
11:42 – Before you critique others do this…
15:21 - Emulate Jesus, love more, tolerate less, seek wisdom.
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Proclamations, Pronouns and Protestors!
What is the “Christian” thing to do when protestors disrupt our church services and the White House dishonors Easter? Brad discusses these controversies and provides Christian perspectives on how to handle such situations. He also dissects the White House's stance on Easter egg designs and the mixed messages from the Biden administration.
- Disruptions at St. Patrick's Cathedral on Easter and the power of controversy.
- How to handle agitators in church, inspired by a personal anecdote from Brad Bright’s father.
- The White House's 2021 policy on Easter egg designs and its implications for religious freedom.
- Practical tips for Christians to share the true meaning of Easter with their community.
Brad’s Christian response to political actions and proclamations, including the Transgender Day of Visibility coinciding with Easter.
#faith #worldview
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Time Stamp
00:00 Protest at St Patrick’s, burning Bibles and censoring Easter
00:57 Shrewd protest at St Patrick’s
02:02 Don’t let protestors win!
05:06 Prepare church for potential protests and ridicule.
06:34 Facts about White House Easter Egg Celebration
08:04 Biden's Easter egg action alienated Christian supporters.
09:54 Problem in America is not…
10:18 Strategies for shining the light for children at Easter
13:51 White House dishonors God on Easter
15:08 How do Christians respond to transgender issues
18:16 "Follow actions, not just empty words."
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The Greatest Tragedy in Life
What do you think the greatest tragedy for the follower of Jesus is? Several years ago, my brother gave his surprising answer to this question. I have never forgotten what he said. Today, I want to share his answer with you and explore the implications on our lives and in our culture. I’ll also give you one easy and powerful action point that I promise will energize everything you do in life.
#faith #worldview
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GOD, Who Are You Anyway? by Bill Bright, with Brad Bright https://www.brightmedia.org/resources00:00 – 00:35. What’s the greatest tragedy? Do you agree?
00:42 – 01:14. How do relationships die? What happens when we stop communicating?
01:15 – 02:10. The greatest tragedy for a Christian.
02:13 – 03:09 Are you powerful enough? The Power in Prayer.
04:05 – 5:03 Have you ever been fooled?
05:04 – 05:26. God Knows…
05:27 – 6:27 God let me fail until…
07:19 – 08:12 Does America need prayer?
08:13 – 9:11 What’s America’s core problem?
09:12 – 09:21 Your first duty as a US citizen
09:22 – 10:13. Trump or Biden can’t do it. Only God can.
10:25 – 10:58 “stay prayed up!”
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Was It Coincidence or Was It God?
Join me as I share personal stories that will leave you pondering: was it coincidence or was it God? From divine interventions to unexpected provisions, these stories will challenge your perspective and encourage your faith.
In this episode, we will cover:
- Personal experiences of divine interventions and unexpected provisions
- How trusting in God's timing and guidance can lead to incredible outcomes
- Encouragement to consider the role of faith and coincidence in our lives
- Insights into building a strong relationship with God through trusting in His plans
- A powerful reminder that God is the issue in every situation, especially when things seem beyond mere coincidence.
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Time Stamp Overview
00:00 God's power and provision told through stories.
00:45 Faith in the face of deadly danger
02:40 The prayer of a child: Unforgettable vacation,
03:48 The panic prayer of a college student
07:13 The answer to prayer that left me stunned. Obeying God and watching Him provide.
12:26 Unexpected & timely check: coincidence or divine intervention?
13:48 I don’t have enough faith to believe in so many coincidences.
14:03 God is looking for opportunities in your life…
14:40 Trusting God with the hard things, cancer
14:57 Here’s my question for you…
15:16 Trust God in difficult times, experience love.
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The Exodus of Faith: Why Are Christians Walking Away. How to Prevent It.
Why do you think so many people are walking away from the Christian faith? High profile pastors and worship leaders have rejected Jesus. And it’s not just leaders; it’s the folks in the pews too. What’s driving the exodus? What’s going on?
In this episode of the Brad Bright Podcast, we delve into the reasons why many Christians are walking away from their faith, and how to ensure you're not one of the casualties. Join us as we explore the core issues driving this exodus and how to find your unshakable foundation in a relationship with God.
In this episode, we will cover:
- The core reasons driving many Christians to walk away from their faith.
- Three compelling reasons why I am a Christian, providing an unshakable foundation.
- The misconceptions about the abundant Christian life and why it's not about constant happiness.
- The overwhelming evidence for the resurrection of Jesus and its impact on faith.
- The importance of understanding who God truly is and how it affects one's faith journey.
Time Stamps:
00:00 Questioning faith, reasons for belief, Christian concerns.
05:26 Many became followers due to overwhelming evidence.
08:02 Dad's death, own cancer, finding peace.
10:09 Focusing on God, not circumstances, for fulfillment.
15:39 Many Christians don't understand spirit-filled life.
18:03 Correct view of God essential for abundant Christian life.
19:33 Resurrection acknowledged, "He is risen indeed."
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How Jesus Out-Lawyered the Lawyers: 3 things We Learn from the Master of Spin.
Have you ever thought about what it would have been like to ARGUE with Jesus? Many tried. None succeeded. How did he do it? In this podcast we will talk about how Jesus’ shrewd silver tongue drove his agenda forward in an extremely divisive culture, and how you and I can apply those same three principles in our own divisive culture.
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Illegal Immigration Part 2: What can YOU do? Wise, Compassionate Solutions
Do you ever feel like you can’t publicly say what you really think about the chaos at the border that’s now spilling across America? Do you ever feel like you can’t do anything about the illegal immigration crisis? Actually, you can do a lot.
That’s what we are talking about today. What does compassion with wisdom look like regarding illegal immigration? I’m going to give you two questions every Christian should ask about any immigration plan, as well as the 5 things you can do about this crisis, starting today.
Illegal Immigration Part 1: https://youtu.be/9EdK5kNBJLs
iVoter Guide Link: https://ivoterguide.com/
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Illegal Immigration Part 01: Compassion Without Wisdom Makes You What? #christianworldview
Are you tired of Virtue Signaling over illegal immigration. Are you tired of modern-day Pharisees who preach the false gospel of an open border. Are you tired of PRETEND Compassion. I am!
Romans 12:9 says, “Don’t just pretend to love others. Really love them.”
There are three kinds of compassion we see these days. Pretend compassion. Blind compassion. Wise compassion. The first is false. The second seduces you. The third empowers you—and others.
In this podcast Brad Bright explores the three types of compassion and exposes how pretend compassion and blind compassion threaten our country. Do you know if your compassion toward the problem of illegal immigration is pretend, blind or wise? Find out.
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Cancer: What I've Done RIGHT & What I've Done WRONG!
In this very candid and personal podcast, Brad gives an update on his cancer journey and the lessons learned along the way. If you, or someone you know is facing cancer, Brad hopes his suggestions and words of caution will help.
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Be sure to talk to your healthcare professional before making any treatment changes.
00:00 Recent news reveals high cancer prevalence and impact.
05:38 Body adjusted, tumors gone, medical science limits.
07:39 Recognize modern medicine, be open yet skeptical.
09:51 Expensive treatment; alternative remedies show promise.
14:12 Inadequate exercise advice increases frustration and regret.
17:34 Woman seeks relief from intense brain fog.
20:37 Embrace Jesus for light and comfort. Lean into God's love.
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FOXNEWS GOT IT WRONG! You Can't Believe Everything in the News!
You cannot believe everything Fox News, CNN, MSNBC or even your local newspaper tells you! And yet people do. Christians can be the worst offenders. Too often Christians fall for outright lies and salacious half-truths and then forward them on as truth.
Would you like to know some RED FLAGS to look for that can quickly give you clues about the reliability of an article?
That’s what I’ll address in this episode using and article Fox News ran last week about Wheaton College.
FOXNEWS ARTICLE:
https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/when-harvard-christian-schools-goes-woke
WHEATON COLLEGE RESPONSE:
https://www.wheaton.edu/news/statements/response-to-online-news-editorial/
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Which Jesus is it? Woke? Socialist?
In this episode of "God is the Issue," Brad Bright delves into the question of which Jesus we will celebrate this Christmas. He examines various misconceptions about Jesus, such as whether he was "woke" or a socialist, and whether he claimed to be God. Using biblical references and historical context, Brad passionately argues for the real Jesus and why it matters. He challenges listeners to embrace the authentic Jesus, the one who calls for transformation and leads them on an introspective journey. Tune in as we explore the profound significance of celebrating the genuine Jesus this Christmas.
May you experience God’s love this Christmas,
as we celebrate the birth of Jesus.
And then pass it on to others.
God is the issue, in every issue—
especially when it comes to Jesus
This is Brad Bright.
Thanks for joining me today.
Please remember
to like, subscribe or share this podcast
if you found it helpful or encouraging.
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Hate is NOT the Problem!
Hate and Anger have become the hallmark of American culture.
But the problem is not that there is too much darkness.
The problem is there is not enough light.
The most recent group targeted
by the forces of unbridled hate are the Jews.
Antisemitism reigns on our university campuses.
College presidents at Harvard, U Penn and MIT,
when questioned by Congress,
refused to condemn the angry mobs
who demanded the genocide of Jews.
Another group it is now fashionable to hate are
women athletes who refuse to worship
at the altar of Trans Intersectional Supremacy.
When real women point out that it is unfair
to allow biological males to compete against females,
(stealing their scholarships, opportunities, awards)
they’re attacked by misogynistic politicians & journalists
for being “anti-trans.”
The irony is anything but subtle.
Before that it was the One Percenters
who needed to “pay their fair share.”
Of course, we were never told what was “fair,”
because it was simply another strategy
to incubate anger and hate throughout culture.
Before that is was a “basket full of deplorables.”
Same song, 5th verse.
Before that it was the Christians
who embraced biblical teachings,
including those about sexual behavior.
Those who actually believed the Bible,
were branded as, “Homophobes” and “haters.”
But it is even worse.
In the past decade,
Angry, hate filled people go well beyond words,
routinely dispensing violence.
May I l tell you a story
about a moment when Love overcame Hate
in the life of a woman
named Corrie Ten Boom?
In Summary:
How do you combat Hate with Love?
1) Pray for those who persecute you.
God can change a heart. You can’t.
2) Be quick to Listen
Seek to truly understand.
3) Be Slow to Speak.
If your mouth is open, you’re not listening.
4) Be Slow to get Angry.
Darkness cannot overcome darkness.
This Christmas
you may be with some of those folks
who try to push your buttons.
These four steps will help you
build bridges rather than walls.
Remember:
The problem in America
is not that there is too much darkness;
the problem is there is not enough light.
Shine your light.
May you experience God’s love this Christmas,
as we celebrate the birth of Jesus.
And then pass it on to others.
God is the issue, in every issue—
especially when it comes to overcoming hate.
This is Brad Bright.
Thanks for joining me today.
Please remember
to like, subscribe or share this podcast
if you found it helpful or encouraging.
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2023 Grinch Awards | GOD IS THE ISSUE PODCAST
THE 2023 GRINCH AWARDS
God is the Issue Podcast with Brad Bright
Today I am giving the Grinch Award
to a very deserving company.
I’m sure you all remember the story,
How the Grinch Stole Christmas? by Dr. Seuss?
The Grinch couldn’t stand Christmas.
so he decided he would steal it.
Do you realize there are real life Grinches?
People who hate Xmas.
Companies who hate Xmas.
They want to get rid of it.
They may not look like the Grinch,
but they think like him.
Think about the places where you shop.
Would you say that any of them “GRINCH” on XMAS?
Yes, I just used “Grinch” as a verb.
It’s powerful as a verb.
You can see it.
You can feel it.
You can touch it.
You can smell it.
You can taste it.
Before you jump to conclusions,
let me say that BOYCOTTING is not the answer.
However, you do need good information.
In light of that,
today, I am going to present the Grinch Award for 2023,
to the company who best personifies the spirit of the Grinch.
Here are some of the criteria I used in determining the winner:
Do they replace the word “Christmas”
with the word “Holiday?”
Do they forbid their employees from saying “Merry Christmas?”
Do their websites pitch “Holiday” this-and-that,
but rarely or never mention “Christmas?”
Do they hijack Christmas as a platform to promote causes
that offend the God of Xmas?
Every company has the right to honor,
ignore or demean Christmas as they see fit.
However, as a consumer,
you have the right to spend your money WHERE you see fit.
This year as you go Xmas shopping,
visit the websites of the stores that sell the products you want.
Walk into the store. Look around.
Do they embrace Christmas?
Do they Ghost Xmas?
Do they hijack Xmas?
Do they sexualize Xmas?
Then ask the GOD of XMAS what He wants you to do.
It’s between you and God.
Not you and your pastor.
Not you and your spouse.
Not you and your doctor.
Just You and GOD.
You can be a part of the solution.
Your money can be a tool to promote what’s Good.
WHERE you spend your money,
is just as important as HOW you spend your money.
Look for ALTERNATIVES.
But remember, don’t get angry
at the Grinches for being Grinches.
Their problem is not their behavior,
their problem is their hearts.
Their hearts are 3 SIZES TOO SMALL.
Only God can fix that.
You do your part and let God do His.
I pray that you may experience
the true meaning of Xmas this year.
as you remember God’s gift to you—
a newborn baby in a manger.
Remember: GOD is the issue—in every issue.
This is Brad Bright.
Thanks for joining me today.
Please remember to like, subscribe or share this podcast.
Merry Christmas!
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Questions & Answers: Follow up on 3 Reasons Why Bill Maher Wants God to Exist
RESPONDING TO QUESTIONS
FROM THE 3 REASONS BILL MAHER WANTS GOD TO EXIST
LINK TO EPISODE: https://youtu.be/InEQl1s0APs
Brad Answers questions from the episode, The 3 Reasons why Bill Maher Wants God to Exist. The questions are asked by his wife Kathy Bright.
LINK TO EPISODE: https://youtu.be/InEQl1s0APs
Q: You can be an atheist and be moral!
Q: Christians are basically selfish. They behave so they can go to heaven and earn points with God.
Q: You’re quite happy to point out the good Christians have done but none of the bad and conversely all the negative things atheists have done but none of the good.
Q: You’re happy to drag out Joseph Stalin and Chairman Mao for their atrocities but give no mention to the various witch trials and Inquisitions throughout history which only could have existed because of the Christian worldview of the time.
Q: You give credit to Christians for fighting to end slavery in the Civil War and yet it was also Christians that fought to defend slavery in the Civil War.
Q: You ask, “Why are people obligated to follow moral laws?”
Q: Why in the world would I want an all-powerful, inconsistent authoritarian power in the sky reading all my thoughts? Why would I want a god who could end so much 'natural' suffering (disease, famine, droughts, natural disasters) in an instant, but actively chooses not to?
Q: The fact of the matter is, just about any conceivable group of people with a large enough sample size has contributed positively and negatively to the world.
GOD IS THE ISSUE, IN EVERY ISSUE.
This is Brad Bright and the God is the Issue Podcast.
Thanks for joining us.
If you found this podcast helpful,
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Are Christians Suckers???
P.T. Barnum purportedly said, “There are two kinds of people in the world, con men and suckers. Thank God for the suckers.”
Today we’re going to talk about suckers. Unfortunately, many Xns are suckers, and therefore are easily manipulated.
I’m going to tell real life stories about the various ways we are manipulated, and how sometimes we are our own worst enemies. The final story is just from this past week when I realized I’d been sucker for years—and had no idea. At the end, I’m going to give you three questions to ask yourself and others to help make sure you aren’t a Xn sucker.
In effect, we are going to talk about what Jesus meant in Matthew 10:16 when he commanded his followers to “be a shrewd as serpents and innocent as doves.” In modern parlance, Jesus might well of commanded his followers, “Keep your hearts pure, but don’t be suckers.”
There are many areas where we need to be shrewd:
Lies, Half-truths, Rumors, Innuendo and Spin.
They overlap, but I list them to help you better define in your own mind what to look for.
Being shrewd doesn’t just happen. It is a deliberate process.
3 BASIC QUESTIONS:
1) HOW DO I/YOU KNOW THIS IS TRUE?
2) IS THIS INFORMATION FROM A PROVEN RELIABLE SOURCE?
3) HAVE I CONFIRMED IT FROM A SECOND RELIABLE SOURCE?
The Bible is very clear,
you need at least two separate sources (2 witnesses)
to confirm truth.
DON’T BE A CHRISTIAN SUCKER.
BECAUSE SUCKERS ARE EASILY MANIPULATED.
BE SHREWD as Jesus commanded.
And remember,
part of being shrewd
is realizing that God really is the issue
—in every issue.
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Questions & Answers: Follow up on Israel | Hamas, What is a Christian To do? #bible #worldviews
Many listeners had questions regarding my recent podcast, Israel & Hamas: What’s a Christain to Do? on the current conflict between Israel and Hamas.
Others had questions regarding my podcast entitled, The Three Reasons Bill Maher Wants God to Exist.
It was impossible to fully answer some of the questions in the comment section
so I decided to do a follow up podcast to answer them in more detail.
So why can’t they share it? Is there just one GOD?
**What would we non-native Americans do if Native Americans gathered together to take America back?
**Palestine was divided after WW2 against their wishes. ITS IN THE HISTORY BOOKS.
** It all changes once you add the God factor to it. If you don’t then you can use human history to argue it but if you believe in God you know it was promised to the Jews…period.
**Mohammed never said, “Kill the Infidel.”
Let me end this podcast by condensing the TEACHINGS of Jesus into 8 words:
Love God.
Love your neighbor.
Love your enemies.
God IS the issue in every issue—including the current Israel/Hamas conflict.
This is Brad Bright and the God is the Issue Podcast.
If you found this podcast helpful,
don’t forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE
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3 Reasons Why Bill Maher wants God to Exist!
Today we’re going to talk about
John Lennon and Bill Maher
and where they all got the “God-thing” all wrong.
My goal today is not to convince you or them
that God does exist,
but to convince you that you WANT God to exist.
There are THREE reasons
why I believe Bill Maher WANTS God to exist.
He just doesn’t know it
—yet.
And by “God,”
I don’t mean some fairytale God
you make up in order to make yourself feel better.
I mean the God of Abraham, Issac, and Jacob.
I mean the God who said, “Love your neighbor.”
I mean the God who died on a cross
and came back to life again to prove his deity.
I mean the God of the Bible
that Speaker Johnson referred to.
THE FIRST REASON YOU WANT GOD TO EXIST
IS BECAUSE HIS FOLLOWERS
HAVE CHANGED YOUR LIFE FOR THE BETTER.
Now that the Beatles are back in the news
with their latest release, “Now and Then,”
I want to start by quoting John Lennon
from his song, “IMAGINE,”
the one we hear every New Year’s Eve.
Then I want to ask YOU to imagine
what life would really look like
if John Lennon got his wish.
IMAGINE, by John Lennon
“Imagine there’s no heaven.
It’s easy if you try.
No hell below us,
Above us, only sky
“Imagine no religion.”
Let’s imagine for the next few minutes
there is no heaven, no hell, no religion,
and by implication, no God, No CHRISTIANS.
What would that look like?
The Second Reason
You Want God to Exist is
because if He doesn’t then
SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST
is the only remaining
Basis for Morality.
How do you get from “Survival of the Fittest”
to “Love your neighbor?”
How do you get from “Survival of the Fittest”
(where the fit survive and the weak die)
to “Be Kind?”
If Survival of the Fittest is the basis of morality,
then Stalin, Pol Pot, Mao, Hitler
and even the Inquisition did nothing wrong.
In fact, they advanced the Evolutionary struggle,
and therefore what they did was Good.
The Third Reason
You Want God to Exist is
because if He doesn’t then
MORALITY IS A FAIRTYTALE
just like Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny
If God does not exist,
there is NO RATIONAL SOURCE
for MORAL OBLIGATION
Sure, you can make up a system of morality
that works for you.
The problem is,
why am I REQUIRED to embrace YOUR morality?
What in the universe OBLIGATES me
to abide by a system
that you and your friends make up?
So to John Lennon and Bill Maher let me say:
You want God to exist because his followers
have changed your life for the better.
You want God to exist because if He doesn’t
“Survival of the Fittest” is the only remaining basis
for morality.
You want God to exist because if He doesn’t
morality is a fairytale,
just like Santa Claus or the Easter Bunny.
God IS the issue in every issue—especially morality.
This is Brad Bright and the God is the Issue Podcast.
If you found this podcast helpful,
don’t forget to LIKE and SUBSCRIBE
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Israel and Hamas: What's a Christian to do? #worldviews #god
Today we are talking about the war that is going on between Israel and Hamas.
I am going to drill down to the primary WHY behind the current violence in Israel so you can better understand.
Finally, I want to address what you can do to make a difference.
We are followers of Jesus. So what do we do?
To learn more about how to engage Muslims in the US, go to the CrescentProject.org
Jesus Film: www.JesusFilm.org
Just because we can’t do everything, doesn’t mean we can’t do something.
Pray
Invite
Share
God is the issue—in every issue. Especially in Israel and the Middle East.
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Is God really in Control When Bad Things Happen?
Is God really in Control When Bad Things Happen?
Many of you know I have cancer. I’ve been living with it for 3 years.
Most people, when they find out I have cancer Usually say something like,
“I’m so sorry.” I appreciate that. I really do. However, cancer has been one of the greatest blessings of my life. These past 3 years HAVE been hard. But I wouldn’t trade them for anything.
It all boils down to the sovereignty of God. By that I mean, God really is in control, even when I experience hard things. Especially, when I experience hard things.
Today, I’m just going to tell a few stories. Stories from the life of the man I admired more than any other. Through those stories I’m going to unpack God’s sovereignty in the hard moments of life. If you’re like me, they will encourage you as you face the challenges in your life.
Today, October 19, is my dad’s 102nd birthday. He’s celebrated his last
21 birthdays in heaven.
3 months ago the doctor said the cancer in my lymph nodes had pretty much disappeared. He said that what was left was probably benign.
The only remaining spot was in my bone. He said he could go after that with high dose radiation.
I’m not out of the woods. I still have cancer. It could metastasize again
without warning. But I have chosen to EMBRACE the will of our sovereign God. Whether I live or whether I die, nothing can happen to me apart from His sovereign will. I learned THAT from watching my dad face deep disappointment, facing the deaths of people he loved, and facing his own death.
Folks, when you receive HARD NEWS and can say, “Thank you Lord,”
When you can say in your PAIN, “I’m rejoicing in the Lord,”
When you can say in your DESPAIR, “Blessed be the name of the Lord,”
That’s what it means to EMBRACE the will of our sovereign God.
God is the issue—in every issue.
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Separation of Church & State is not a One-Way Street
Folks, I am tired of the Freedom From Religion crowd
LYING to America about our religious freedom.
Today I am going to SHRED their arguments
and show how you can use
Separation of C&S
to argue FOR Religious speech.
A couple weeks ago,
Auburn’s head football coach, Hugh Freeze,
helped baptize about 200 students
on the spur of the moment.
It was completely voluntary.
But immediately, the Freedom from Religion Foundation,
from way up in Madison, Wisconsin, cried foul.
Let me quickly unpack this for you
and then I want to PLAY and SHRED 3 clips
for you from atheist podcaster,
Kyle Kulinski.
Coach Freeze should be applauded and supported
for his authenticity.
He loves Jesus. He loves the students, and it shows.
Jesus said we should shine our light.
That’s all Coach Freeze was doing.
In a day when most Christians hide their light,
folks, this guy’s an inspiration.
My dad, Bill Bright, once said,
“The average Christian risks offending God,
for fear of offending man.”
Not coach Freeze.
There are a lot of folks in addition to Kyle and FFRF
that are trying to keep you from shining your light….
We should all seek to be more like Coach Freeze
and start shining our light where God has planted us.
Not only is the future of our country at stake,
but the eternal souls of our neighbors are at stake.
Do you love your neighbors enough
to take the risk to shine the light of Jesus in the darkness?
Coach Freeze, you’re now one of my heroes.
So, this is for you from a CU fan.
War Eagle!
Go God!
God IS the Issue—in every issue.
Help us get the word out.
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