Episodes
How can we effectively evangelize Gen-Z? How can we equip the younger generations to spread the gospel? This week we are joined by Shaila Visser, National Director of Alpha Canada, to help us better understand how to approach evangelism with Gen-Z. She also walks us through some of the generational differences between millennials and Gen-Z, and discusses the importance of planting seeds whose fruit may not be seen for many years to come.
The word “worship” usually brings up ideas of religion and gods. But the reality is, all of us, no matter who or what we believe, worship – every day. We look to ourselves, others, objects, and many other things as worthy of our time, devotion, money, and honour. In fact, we were made to worship – our hearts are wired that way. This week we chat with worship leader and author Bob Kauflin. He defines Christian worship, helps us cultivate a worshipful heart, and answers our question, “If we don’t agree with a song theologically on a Sunday service, should we still sing it?”
How can we live a life devoted to Christ amid an increasingly political society? Special guest Bruce Clemenger, president of Evangelical Fellowship of Canada, joins us today to help navigate how we can maintain unity in Christ as clashes between politics and faith arise. Bruce also dissects the intricate relationships between the Church, the state, faith, and politics, and discusses how we can approach issues of freedom, vaccinations, restrictions, choice, and conscience from a biblical perspective
What does it really mean to be human? Society has reduced what it truly means to be alive down to simply “not dying”. Today we are joined again by special guest Andy Steiger, president of Apologetics Canada, to walk us through the key differences between living and flourishing. He also dives into how this topic relates to many of the current cultural and societal issues surrounding individualism, freedom, and pandemic-related fear. Tune in to discover Andy’s biblically inspired, thought-provoking ideas that aim to challenge how we rank our life priorities.
Many Christians claim that Christianity is exclusive – and we believe that to be the truth. But what exactly does that mean? Are there different aspects to it? With us to walk through the exclusivity of Christianity is Derek Rishmawy. Not only do we talk with Derek about the basic understanding of this truth, but why it can be hard to swallow.
Pastor and author Kyle Idleman joins us this week to discuss his newest book One At A Time. He challenges us as Christians to see those around us in the same way that Jesus would, with care and compassion. He also calls us to always be on the lookout for that one person with whom we can connect and show the love of Jesus to.
What do Jen Hatmaker, Brian McLaren, Rob Bell, Bart Ehrman, and many others have in common? They’ve, in some form or another, deconverted from their once “evangelical” Christian faith. We know this because they’ve publicly made it known. Now, they probably wouldn’t call it a “deconversion” story, but nevertheless, they’ve taken to the blog-podcast-video-internet world to make their stories known. Now, it’s in their stories that we find a kind of outline – a few points that they seem to hit on. We have with us this week author and professor Dr. Michael Kruger to help us see the plot line of ...
What’s the Bible in one sentence? It can be easy to view the Bible as a variety of writings that are put together without a pattern or purpose. But, this is not the case at all. The Bible, we find, tells one unifying story with one purpose. This week we look at what this story is, how it can be summed up in one sentence, and how we can shape our lives around it. We’re thankful to have pastor Jonathan Neufeld with us to walk us through the Bible’s story.
Many of the letters written to the early church are split into two parts: the theology and then how that theology looks like in real life. Christian ethics seeks to answer the question, “What does all of the Bible say about how to engage ____ in real life?” With us, this week is world-renowned theologian Wayne Grudem who’s just written a brand new book that gives an introduction (quite a large one) to biblical moral reasoning. Many of us have instinctual feelings that some things are wrong and some are right, but Wayne helps clarify why those things are right or wrong. In our conversation, ...
What is a Christian theology of speech? God has given us the ability to speak. And if we are anything like our God (and Genesis 1:26-27 says we are), then our words have power. Not power like God’s words have, but a powerful influence – either for good or bad. Joining us is Vancouver-based pastor Brett Landry, who helps us understand a general theology of Christian speech and how to confront friends when you know what your group is saying isn’t life-giving. Brett also helps us consider the topic of swearing as Christians.
Are you living in a ‘stupid normal’? Here’s the long and the short of it: we, as human beings, are created for God. Because of this, we long for significance and joy. However, today’s culture has removed “God” from their thinking, resulting in a ‘stupid normal’ lifestyle that doesn’t acknowledge God at all. The irony is, we’re only going to find our significance and joy when we find it in God through Christ. Jonathan Parnell, author of Never Settle for Normal: the Proven Path to Significance and Happiness, joins us this week to help us get from ‘stupid normal’ to living in the satisfied lif...
Phil Callaway is a prolific author, speaker, and radio host of Laugh Again. Phil has a gift for storytelling and helping people rediscover the hope and joy that can be found in a daily walk with Jesus. Join Phil and indoubt host Daniel as they discuss the need for hope in challenging days, particularly as we enter the Christmas season.
It’s the week before Christmas, and people may be thinking What’s Christmas all about anyway? To help answer this on a very logical level is popular Christian apologist Sean McDowell. Sean helps show us how we can believe in the historical Jesus – that He really lived, died, and rose again. He also encourages us to remember to evangelize during this season.
When you read the Christmas story in your Bible, what are you reading? So often we’ll say Luke or Matthew – and that’s not wrong! But there’s a bigger picture to the whole of it. And on this week’s episode of indoubt, we’re joined by Ross Breitkreuz to discuss just that – the entire Christmas story, beginning with Adam and Eve. Daniel and Ross challenge each of us to understand that Christmas doesn’t just start in the New Testament and with the birth of Jesus. And, you’ll hear both Daniel and Ross as they encourage us to take time over this holiday season to look at the full, seamless story...
This week Dr. Marina Hofman joins Daniel to provide great insights into the life and calling of Mary. They also examine Mary’s response and consider how we all need to respond when God calls us for his purpose.
Why is it important today that the whole Bible, including the Old Testament, speaks to the death and resurrection of Jesus? Why does it matter? Why put in the effort to see Christ in the Old Testament? With us this week is hip-hop artist and author Timothy Brindle, who’s spent years studying this. And since he’s an artist, he decided to not just write a book about his findings, but to write a correlating album with it. The Unfolding speaks to the unfolding plan of God seen in the Bible. In addition to this, Timothy helps explain and apply the often-confused Jeremiah 29:11.
One of the most important yet forgotten issues that we know in our Christian life is this: friendship. It’s almost as if we think it’s so easy that we don’t really talk about it or emphasize it when we preach the Word. The reality is, friendship is crucial. In fact, it’s the only relationship that continues when we get to heaven. To help us understand what biblical friendship is (not just superficial relationships), we chat with pastor and counsellor at Parkside Church in Ohio, Jonathan Holmes. Our conversation hones in on how we’re relational beings, what biblical friendship is, and how to...
On this episode of Indoubt, Daniel speaks with Daryl Dash. Daryl is the author of How to Grow: Applying the Gospel to All of Life. He is also a pastor. Daryl speaks about relevance in relation to church and culture. How do we remain relevant within our culture? The goal is to bring the gospel to people without conformity while remaining relevant.
On this episode of Indoubt, Daniel speaks with Greg Stier. Greg manages the Dare 2 Share Christian ministry - Helping Youth Leaders to empower students in sharing the gospel. Greg speaks about his new book “Unlikely Fighter”. The first 21 chapters of the 22 chapter book speaks of the challenges he faced before turning 16. Raised without a father in the inner city and within a violent family. He speaks of finding his identity in Christ.
This week Daniel speaks with Dr. John Neufeld, Bible teacher of Back to the Bible Canada regarding his new book, Heaven and Hell. Find out what the Bible actually says about hell.
This week Daniel speaks with Dr. John Neufeld, Bible teacher of Back to the Bible Canada regarding his new book, Heaven and Hell. They discuss heaven and what the Bible says it will actually be like.
Our world needs rest. This is something that’s becoming more and more obvious these days as our culture squeezes as much as it can out of as little as possible – all the time. People’s spirits/souls are running on empty, our environment is barely alive, and we just keep going. Enter A.J. Swoboda, a pastor from Portland, Oregon. A.J. sees this reality and decides to voice his concern and a solution. What is that solution? It’s found in the Bible, and it’s called Sabbath rest. This week we’re joined by A.J. as he talks about his new book, Subversive Sabbath, and what it means to rest.
Jake Lowell guest hosts again this week with special guest Chip Ingram. Chip, a longtime pastor and prolific author, wrote a book so relevant for our time. The book is called "I Choose Peace", and it speaks directly into the anxiety, conflict, and fear for the future that so many of us are experiencing. So many pressures are stealing away our contentment, our joy, and ultimately our peace. How do we rediscover peace in a world of chaos? Jesus promises peace.
Indoubt is a ministry of Back to the Bible Canada with a focus on ministering to the spiritual needs of young adults across the country. Every week we present a conversation with a qualified Christian leader to discuss the issues of life, faith, and culture that young people face every day. Topics discussed range from…The post EP 276: Love Me Anyway appeared first on indoubt.
When I first opened up Tony’s book, “Ordinary”. I was surprised to find a biblical appeal for Christians to act on justice and mercy. We’re excited to be talking with pastor and author Tony Merida this week on the issue of how we, as Christians, can do justice in the ordinary things of life. Often…The post Ep. 074: Doing Justice in the Ordinary appeared first on indoubt.
For many there is a perception that homelessness does not impact young people. If we think that way we would be wrong. Young people- some much younger than you- might find themselves in circumstances that leave them vulnerable and without a safe place to call home. Join Daniel, and guest Jake Lowell from the Cyrus…
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When it comes to science, philosophy, and reason, does it make sense to believe in Christianity? Well, yes. Justin Brierley joins us on the show this week to talk about his book Unbelievable? Why After Ten Years of Talking With Atheists I’m Still a Christian.
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God knows all things. The fancy word for this is “omniscience.” It’s one of God’s incommunicable attributes, and it’s the attribute of God we discuss in more depth during this conversation. Author and speaker Jen Wilkin joins us to talk about her book None Like Him, specifically looking at God’s all-knowingness.
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This week Marian Hofman joins us again this time to chat about her bible study called “Women in the Bible”. The impact of women of faith, women of courage upon the story of the Bible is unquestionable. Women like Hagar, the midwives in the story of Moses, Hannah and so many others, in each of…
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This week we speak with Dr. Marina Hofman, a professor at Palm Beach Atlantic University. She tells her testimony of surviving a near fatal car crash and how she saw God’s love and faithfulness through that experience and during the months of recovery afterwards. She also shares a message of hope for listeners who may…
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