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Is obsessing over seed oils, beef tallow, sourdough, and toxin-free living actually biblical stewardship — or is it something else?
Biblical counselor and professor Greg Gifford joins the podcast to tackle the growing "crunchy" movement inside the church. We define what extreme crunchiness looks like, why it's spreading among Christians (especially post-COVID), and how fear-based eating can quietly become legalism.
In this episode we cover:
• What "crunchy" and "extreme crunchy" actually means
• Why stewardship gets misused to justify health anxiety
• The danger of Christian Gnosticism in wellness culture
• Romans 14, Christian liberty, and food freedom
• How the sovereignty of God sets us free from fear-based eating
• Practical wisdom for navigating this in Bible studies, friendships, and parenting
Whether you're crunchy, anti-crunchy, or somewhere in the middle — this conversation will help you think biblically about food, health, and honoring God with your body.
This episode is brought to you by our ministry partner Accountable2You. Join thousands living in freedom with nothing to hide, and visit https://accountable2you.com/dialin. Use our unique code DIALIN to get 25% off your first year of an Accountable2You Personal or Family Plan
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Are you struggling with anxiety, fear, or feeling like life is out of control? In this episode, we dive deep into Psalm 46 to uncover three powerful truths about God's character that can transform the way you face life's hardest moments.
This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit: https://www.masters.edu/dialin
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What We Cover In this Episode:
Why "Do not fear" is the most common command in the Bible
The historical story behind Psalm 46 (701 B.C. — and why it matters today)
3 attributes of God that are the antidote to anxiety: God is our Refuge - God is our Strength - God is our Very Present Help in times of trouble
What "Be still and know that I am God" actually means in context
Why trying to face your battles in your own strength will always fall short

Whether you're facing job loss, broken relationships, health struggles, or just the weight of an anxious world — this conversation is for you. Psalm 46:1 — "God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."
This episode is also brought to you by our ministry partner, the John MacArthur Publishing Group. Get the Triumph of Love Guided Study Questions here: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/659ede32850141684af127e7/t/67c0acc9f33b2131375aa500/1740680394167/TheTriumphOfLove_StudyQuestions.pdf

Is Ephesians 5:18 really the most important verse in the New Testament for believers? In this conversation, we break down what it truly means to be filled with the Holy Spirit — and how to actually live it out every single day.
This episode is brought to you by our ministry partner Accountable2You. To join thousands living in Freedom with nothing to hide visit https://accountable2you.com/dialin.
**Use our unique code: DIALIN to get 25% off your first year of an Accountable2You Personal or Family Plan**
We cover:
What "be filled with the Spirit" really means (and what most Christians get wrong)
Why you can't obey a single command without the Holy Spirit's power
The 4 valves of a Spirit-filled life: Surrendering, Listening, Obeying, and Trusting
The difference between the "black and white" of Scripture and the promptings of the Holy Spirit
The "Fill Up & Tune Up" method using the 6 guitar strings as a daily spiritual rhythmWhether you're a new believer or a seasoned Christian, this episode will give you a practical, biblical framework for walking in step with the Spirit moment by moment.

📖 Key Passage: Ephesians 5:18 | Galatians 5:16, 25

Are you being productive for the world's reasons or God's glory? In this episode, Reagan Rose (author of "Redeeming Productivity: Getting More Done for the Glory of God") shares the biblical foundation for Christian productivity and practical steps to steward your time well.
This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit masters.edu
What You'll Learn:
• The difference between worldly productivity and Christian productivity
• 5 pillars of biblical productivity (why we belong to God matters)
• How to craft a power morning routine (Prayer, Organization, Word, Exercise, Reading)
• Setting goals and tracking commitments God's way
• Why Christians should care about being productive
• Living your life for the "well done" from Jesus
Resources Mentioned:
• Book: "Redeeming Productivity: Getting More Done for the Glory of God" by Reagan Rose
• Website: RedeemingProductivity.com
Connect with Reagan Rose:
🌐 RedeemingProductivity.com
🎧 Redeeming Productivity Podcast
📺 Redeeming Productivity YouTube Channel

Living for Jesus in an increasingly hostile culture can leave Christians feeling bitter and defensive. But what if we're missing something crucial about how we're called to engage the lost world?
In this episode, we walk through Titus 3 and unpack three essential truths for staying tender-hearted toward unbelievers:
1️⃣ Remember who you were before Christ (vv. 1-3)
2️⃣ Remember what God has done (vv. 4-7)
3️⃣ Remember your calling (v. 8)
We discuss navigating a post-Christian America, the danger of confusing the mission field with your enemy, and why evangelistic engagement is the antidote to growing callous toward the lost.
This episode is brought to you by our ministry partner Accountable2You. Join thousands living in freedom with nothing to hide, and visit https://accountable2you.com/dialin. Use our unique code DIALIN to get 25% off your first year of an Accountable2You Personal or Family Plan
This episode is sponsored by The Master's University. To learn more about how you can invest in a college education devoted to Christ & Scripture, visit: https://www.masters.edu