When it comes to the truth about what’s happening in our world, we look to the media. Yet, we are seeing a discouraging trend — more and more people are losing their trust in it. Between politicization, algorithms, and more, many feel that they can no longer rely on the media to deliver us the truth. Is reporting a fact enough? What does this say about the way we should approach Scripture? Are these questions even related? Andy, Steve, and Troy are back this week to discuss this trend.

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The Coconut Dilemma: Why the Media has Lost our Trust

Theology has a way of riling up people. In the Protestant world, for example, a Calvinist and an Arminian producing more heat than light is almost cliché. What are primary issues and secondary issues? The answer may differ depending on whom you ask. Steve and Troy sat down together to reflect on this question on this week’s edition of the AC Podcast.

Hill to Die On? Navigating Open and Close-handed Theological Issues

Earlier this month, the nation of Afghanistan saw the resurgence of Taliban extremists walk across the country and ultimately assume full control. This recent overthrow of power comes directly off the back of US President Joe Biden’s decision to remove the American troops. With scenes of desperation sweeping across social media, there was a rare solidarity amongst news outlets declaring this a moment of serious concern. Join Troy and Wes as they chat about the history of the Afghan conflict and how the church can and should respond during such times.

Afghanistan: Now What?

No other book has been more influential globally than the Bible. This all-time bestseller is studied widely and deeply by many scholars. But what about average people outside of the ivory tower? How should we approach and study the Bible? What is its structure? What are the kinds of questions we should raise as we read it? Andy sat down with Kendra Gerbrandt, the Director of Discipleship at Christ City Church (Vancouver, BC), to discuss how to read and study the Bible in part 2 of this episode.

How to Read and Study Your Bible: A Conversation with Kendra Gerbrandt Part 2

No other book has been more influential globally than the Bible. This all-time bestseller is studied widely and deeply by many scholars. But what about average people outside of the ivory tower? How should we approach and study the Bible? What is its structure? What are the kinds of questions we should raise as we read it? Andy sat down with Kendra Gerbrandt, the Director of Discipleship at Christ City Church (Vancouver, BC), to discuss how to read and study the Bible on this two-part episode.

How to Read and Study Your Bible: A Conversation with Kendra Gerbrandt Part 1

The Norse god of mischief gets a spotlight with the new Disney+ series featuring Loki. This new show gives its viewers - particularly philosophically and theologically inclined ones - plenty to think and talk about. From questions of identity to questions of time and free will, Andy, Steve, and Troy had a field day watching the show. This trio is back on this week’s edition of the AC Podcast to wag their philosophical and theological chins.

Loki: A Story of Free Will and Identity

This round of the Summer Olympics is kicking off in Tokyo one year late and accompanied by many controversies. The fear of COVID surrounds this global event, particularly as the Delta variant continues to be a concern. Because of this, what was supposed to be a big economic booster is now costing Japan billions of dollars. And this is not all. This year, Japan has to grapple with the complexities that come with allowing transgender athletes. By the way, did you know that Wesley is a track & field buff? Tune in to this week’s edition of the AC Podcast to find out.

Olympics: The Controversy of Competition

Free will. White privilege. Pro-life. What is your reaction to these words? Chances are, you know people in your life who may show a very different reaction to these exact same words. Why might that be? Many people hear some of these words and then make up their minds about those who used these words. What might be the dangers of such reactionary habits of thinking? Is there any way to get beyond it? Andy, Steve, and Troy are back this week to discuss these questions and more in this week’s edition of the AC Podcast.

Hijacked: When Words Get Lost in Translation

Many Progressive Christians, over time, come to abandon views that are distinctively Christian. There is plenty of anecdotal evidence for this, from an atheist Christian minister in Toronto to a former Evangelical pastor who holds to views that look more like panentheism than monotheism. Those in conservative Christian circles have long been warning the church about this “progress” out of Christianity. If there are “progressive” people in Christendom, what about our secular counterparts? Are there secular people who are progressing out of secularism and into Christianity? A number of recent articles have picked up on intellectual atheists who are calling for people to hold on to Christianity, attend church, and have the gospel preached. Andy, Steve, and Troy came together to discuss this fascinating trend.

Progressive Secularism

What comes to mind when you think of the words “angels” and “demons”? Perhaps a beautiful woman in a white robe with feathered wings with a halo over her head? Or a horned red man with a pointy tail? Did a third of the angels follow Satan and rebel against God, only to be cast out of heaven to become demons? While these may be familiar stories and images to you, they are not all that biblical. Today, Steve and Wes are joined by biblical scholar, Dr. Michael Heiser, to get a more biblical picture of the unseen realm.

Angels and Demons: An Interview with Dr. Heiser

Who am I? We all seek to answer this question at one point or another. One way we do this is by taking personality tests. From Myers-Briggs to Enneagram, we want to know what makes us tick and why others are the way they are. But can we be reduced down to four letters or a single number? What are the pros and cons of personality tests? Join Andy, Steve, and Troy as they process these questions on this week’s edition of the AC Podcast.

Your Enneagram Number?: A Christian Perspective on Personality Tests

Anyone who has even a mild interest in biblical manuscript will have heard of the Dead Sea Scrolls. First discovered in the 1940s by Bedouin shepherd boys, these manuscripts revealed many interesting things about the Bible. With the recent discovery of additional Dead Sea Scroll fragments, Andy sat down virtually with one of the latest additions to the team, Wesley Huff, to discuss its significance.

Cave of Horrors: Wes and Andy Discuss the Newest Dead Sea Scrolls Discoveries

215. This number will never be the same in Canada. The issue of the horrific treatment of the Indigenous Peoples of Canada is once again dominating the public consciousness with the discovery of the remains of 215 children at the Kamloops Indian Residential School. There seems to be plenty of blame to go around, but is finger-pointing the best way towards healing? And what are we to make of the culture of shame that so many Indigenous people grew up in? On this week’s edition of the AC Podcast, Andy sat down with a dear Métis friend, Quentin, to discuss this issue.

Unmarked Graves: A Personal Story of Shame and Healing

COVID-19 has been very revealing. One of the many things it has highlighted is our seeming inability to have a courteous dialogue on issues we disagree with. Even as many are seeing the light at the end of the COVID tunnel with vaccine rollouts, a new point of contention is dividing people again. Will we get vaccinated or not? Do vaccine passports infringe on our freedom? Are we living in fear? Today, Andy, Steve, and Troy take the time to discuss this issue on the AC Podcast.

Immunized?: Discussing COVID Disunity

Pop culture often reveals underlying philosophies through its music, literature, and movies. On this week’s AC Podcast, Andy, Steve, and Troy gather to discuss the Pixar film, Soul. What are some key themes they saw in the movie and how might they connect with a Christian world and life-view? Tune in to this week’s episode to find out.

Soul: Discussing Life's Half Notes

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