Christianity Still Makes Sense

Be Holy! 1 Peter 1:13-25

Be Holy!

1 Peter 1:13-25

 

How to Live Holy:

 

1.     Live Holy by anticipating Christ’s future return

 

2.      Live Holy by refusing to return to your past

 

"Like a dog that returns to his vomit is a fool who repeats his folly” (Proverbs 26:11).

 

3.      Live Holy by reflecting on God’s Holiness

 

“With our loss of the sense of Majesty has come the further loss of religious awe and consciousness of the divine presence. … The decline of the knowledge of the holy has brought on our troubles. A rediscovery of the majesty of God will go along way toward curing them.” A.W. Tozer

 

 

4.      Live holy by fearing God’s just judgment

 

"For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may receive what is due for what he has done in the body, whether good or evil” (2 Corinthians 5:10).

 

 

5.      Live holy by remembering the cost paid to purchase your salvation

 

“GOd’s kindness is meant to lead you to repentance” (Romans 2:4).

 

6.      Live holy by obeying the truth of God’s Word

 

7.  Live holy by loving others with a pure heart

Getting Unstuck Ruth 3

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In a world where Christianity no longer makes sense this channel exists to show that it still does. As a pastor/apologist and one who was a near apostate after suffering through his own season of gut-wrenching doubt, Bobby now seeks to make sense of Christianity, by helping thoughtful believers resolve doubts when presented to them about (1) God, (2) the Bible, (3) Morality, (4) the Church, and (5) Culture.

Our Creed
We believe God is Triune,
That Scripture is our final authority 
That Jesus is God incarnate
That humans are sinful and in need of redemption
That humans can only be reconciled to God by grace through faith
That Jesus is our redeemer who atoned for our sins on the cross
That Christ rose from the grave and is coming again in bodily form!

Butker Gets His Butt Kicked For Commencement Speech

On this week's episode of 'Christianity Still Makes Sense,' Bobby Conway and Tim Hull discuss some of the major headlines of the week and what they reveal about today's culture. Topics covered include:

• Media Reaction to Harrison Butker's Commencement Speech.
• Faith revival in the UK among Gen Z.
• Scary statistics on which religious groups actually take their faith seriously.
• Personal vs group responsibility for societal change.
• And a pope that believes that mankind is inherently good.

 

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Losing What Matters Most Ruth 1

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Losing What Matters Most

Ruth 1

 

1. Sometimes things go bad

 

2. Sometimes things go from bad to worse

 

3. Sometimes things go from worse to impossible

What NOT to Do When You Lose What Matters Most:

 

• Refuse to push others away.
• Refuse to blame God.

 

“Some dreams important to us will shatter, and the realization that God could have fulfilled those dreams pushes us into a terrible battle with Him.” Crabb, Shattered Dreams, 53. 

• Refuse to grow bitter.
• Refuse to become hopeless and disillusioned with God.

 

Next time you experience loss remember the story is not complete!

The Proper Response To Church Hurt Episode 65

On this week's episode of 'Does Christianity Still Make Sense' Tim and Bobby discuss some of the most common objections against Christianity and organized religion. Topics include hurt experienced in church caused by poor leadership, favoritism, legalism, bad doctrine, a dysfunctional congregation, cliques, and gossip. Plus, what is an appropriate way to respond to these problems when they happen, and when is it time to leave a specific church and look for another?

⏱Timestamps⏱
- What is a harmful way to react to church hurt or abuse?
- Why do some people choose to completely walk away?
- How should people respond when a church hurt is felt whether it be real or perceived?
- What should a person do when they hear rumors of scandals in the leadership?
- Has the American church created a culture of ignoring celebrity church scandals?
- What can the Christian do when they observe instances of abuse or poor leadership and teaching in their church?

🎥Watch Bobby's full sermon on 'The Church Objection' HERE: https://imagechurchlive.churchcenter.com/episodes/332013

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That Is Not How You Demonstrate Objective Morality! Episode 64

In this episode of 'Christianity Still Makes Sense' Tim gets to ask Bobby questions on one of his favorite topics - moral philosophy! Together they discuss the moral objection to Christianity and elaborate on the need to be able to both acknowledge that objective morality exists and that it must be grounded in God. For more specific responses to moral objections against Christianity watch Bobby's full sermon on 'The Moral Objection' where he answers questions such as: If God is good why is there so much suffering and evil in the world? Isn't Christianity oppressive to women? Doesn't the Bible promote slavery? Isn't God a genocidal maniac? Why does God seem to hate all things gay? What kind of just God sends people to hell?

🎥Watch Bobby's full sermon on 'The Moral Objection' HERE: https://imagechurchlive.churchcenter.com/episodes/329387


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If You Don't Believe What We Believe You Are Going To.Hell? Episode 63

In this episode of 'Christianity Still Makes Sense' Tim and Bobby dive into the pluralist objection to Christianity that many people struggle with. Though this objection certainly isn't new, it is hardly surprising that it has become an even greater hindrance to people over recent years. Particularly when one considers the cultural climate we find ourselves in today that values diversity, equity, and inclusion above all things. Bobby answers questions such as:

- Can't there be more than one way to a destination?

- Can the validity of someone's beliefs be measured by their sincerity?

- Are Christians too dogmatic about the idea that Jesus is the only way to heaven?

- Isn't love the only thing that matters?

And much more!

Episode 62: A Skeptic Grills Bobby

In this episode we are introduced to Tim's non-Christian, super skeptical twin, Mit who explodes onto the scene with lots of questions for the Doc. Some of the objections covered include:

• The hiddenness of God.
• What would God's presence even feel like?
• What evidence is there for the existence of God?
• Isn't morality just a social construct?
• What about people who do evil in the name of God?

The Truth Objection Episode 61

Oprah says the most important tool you have is "speaking your truth". But what does that mean if we're living in a post-truth era. If truth can mean anything, it quickly means nothing. I this episode of 'Christianity Still Makes Sense' Tim and Bobby discuss some of the philosophy that got us here and how we can respond.

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Encountering Gospel Freedom Romans 6:1-14

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Encountering Gospel Freedom

Romans 6:1-14

 

“I would say that if you don't believe that Jesus of Nazareth was the Christ and Messiah, and that he rose again from the dead and by his sacrifice our sins are forgiven, you're really not in any meaningful sense a Christian.” Christopher Hitchens

 

“If Christ has not been raised, then all our preaching is useless, and your faith is useless” (1 Corinthians 15:14).

 

“Jesus said..., “I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me” (John 14:6).

 

“For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost” (Luke 19:10).

 

“If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation. The old has passed away; behold, the new has come”( 2 Corinthians 5:17).