Founders Baptist Church

In this episode of the Straight Truth Podcast, Dr. Richard Caldwell addresses the controversy surrounding Chip and Joanna Gaines and their decision to include a same-sex couple on a Magnolia Network show. He offers a biblical evaluation of the cultural pressures influencing Christian public figures and challenges believers to examine whether their convictions are shaped by Scripture or society. The episode calls for discernment, courage, and a return to biblical love that rejoices in the truth, not unrighteousness.

In this episode, we honor the life and ministry of John MacArthur, reflecting on his lasting impact on the church through faithful preaching, biblical courage, and his unwavering commitment to the authority and sufficiency of Scripture. From personal anecdotes to theological insights, Dr. Richard Caldwell walks through the legacy of a man who remained steadfast to the end, modeling what it means to submit wholly to the Word of God and shepherd God's people with love and truth.

Many Christian parents today love the Lord but lack biblical models for parenting. In this episode, we explore how to parent with intentionality, avoid common pitfalls like inconsistent discipline and misplaced priorities, and instead cultivate a peaceful, spiritually healthy home. Pastor Caldwell draws wisdom from Proverbs and highlights the need for older believers to disciple younger families in practical, gospel-centered parenting.

The sounding of the seventh trumpet in Revelation marks the beginning of the final phase of God's redemptive plan—one that leads directly to the return of Christ and the establishment of His everlasting kingdom. In this sermon, we are brought face-to-face with the moment when what believers have known by faith will become sight, and the long-awaited hopes of heaven and earth are fulfilled. This trumpet announces the certain coming of Christ, a kingdom that will never end, and sets into motion the final judgments that culminate in Christ's reign on earth. As heaven erupts in worship—affirming God's sovereignty, expressing reverence and thanksgiving, and joyfully submitting to His rule—earth responds with foolish rage, only to be met with divine wrath, perfect justice, and final destruction for the unrepentant. John's vision takes us from worship in the heavenly temple to the signs of judgment on earth, reminding us that God will vindicate His people and judge His enemies. The sermon challenges listeners to exa

This episode explores the biblical view of singleness, challenging the cultural assumption that marriage is the superior or expected path for every believer. Drawing from 1 Corinthians 7 and creation principles, Pastor Caldwell shows that both marriage and singleness are God-ordained callings. The discussion offers counsel for those struggling with loneliness, purity, and contentment, while also addressing the church's responsibility to affirm and support single believers. A Christ-centered, eternity-focused view is essential for all seasons of life.