Inner Revolution

Dave Furman, author and pastor of Redeemer Church in Dubai, talks to us about life with a crippling disability, overcoming physical challenges, and doing ministry in spite of it all.

We got a chance to interview Tim Challies on his wildly popular new book, Visual Theology. He's got plenty to say on his new project as well as answering some questions in his wheelhouse on online media.

"Mental illness? Questioning common assumptions." Bill Shannon of The Master's Seminary today on the podcast.

Brian Croft talks about the long-term commitment to church revitalization and the hurdles that come along with it.

Pastor of Sterling Park Baptist Church and author of Church in Hard Places, Mike McKinley, talks to us about taking our ministry to the poor beyond the soup kitchen.

We welcome back Eric Weathers to the Inner Revolution Podcast for a discussion on the coming persecution against the church in America.

Donald Whitney talks to us about the importance and simplicity of family worship.

Robert Mathis, author of Habits of Grace, talks to us about developing a life that walks in the grace of God.Three seemingly unremarkable principles shape and strengthen the Christian life: listening to God’s voice, speaking to him in prayer, and joining together with his people as the church. Though often viewed as normal and routine, the everyday “habits of grace” we cultivate give us access to these God-designed channels through which his love and power flow—including the greatest joy of all: knowing and enjoying Jesus.Timestamps02:45 What was your angle on the spiritual disciplines in Habits of Grace?09:58 Tell us a little backstory on forming the content for Habits of Grace.19:20 Robert talks about putting habits in terms of opportunity rather than obligation.21:45 Can you talk to us about Christian meditation?28:47 What are different ways we communicate with God and how do different seasons of life take us down different pathways of prayer?35:48 What are we underestimating about gathering together as th

We scheduled Dr. Bruce Ware, author of Big Truths for Young Hearts and Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, for a podcast weeks before the Trinity debate ripped through the blogosphere, but as providence would have it, we were able to talk to him about his Trinitarian views on the tail end of this polarizing Reformed conversation.Timestamps02:38 Why did you write Big Truths for Young Hearts?03:48 How are your two daughters doing after being trained up with big theological ideas?04:47 How is the book arranged and what did you seek to accomplish?06:00 What would it look like to talk about the Trinity with our children?08:10 Did your children ever ask you some great questions about the nature of God?11:06 For what age was the book written?12:40 How important is it for believers to read theology books?19:02 How do we see God's unity and His diversity working together?20:36 Can you show us the Trinity in Genesis 1?23:09 Why do you love the word harmony when it comes to the Trinity?24:04 Can we talk about God's division o

Did you know God puts you in places where you are expected to fail? It is just one of the many ways He proves His love. Your disappointment and discouragement are the LORD’s opportunities to show His power and love to you.Rick Thomas joins us on the podcast today to talk about relying on God instead of self.

Jonathan Leeman, of 9 Marks and author of The Church and the Surprising Offense of God's Love, joins us to talk about the reasons for church membership on today's podcast.

What's so great about the doctrines of grace? Dr. Richard Phillips, renowned author and pastor, talks to us about a beloved dutch flower, the TULIP. His book, What's So Great About the Doctrines of Grace, has proven to be an essential resource for anyone studying reformed theology and is the go to book when you want to buy an easy-to-understand book on Calvinism for a friend who is asking questions.

Dan Dumas, of Southern Seminary, talks to us about the importance of male bonding through three key relationship types: Paul, Timothy, and Barnabas.This particular episode focuses primarily on the Paul relationship: the bond of mentoring.

Jesse Johnson, pastor of Immanuel Bible Church and founder of The Cripplegate, joins on the show to talk about politics. We address everything from voting issues, LGBT, the purpose of government, and a big-picture Christian world-view of government and politics.1:30 How did you get involved with pro soccer as a referee?4:27 Jesse Johnson on Rick Holland and Dan Dumas.5:00 How are things at The Cripplegate?8:50 Jesse, can you give us a big picture, Christian world-view perspective on government?11:25 Can yo talk about government as a restraining influence to evil?15:49 What should Christians keep in mind when deciding who to vote for?17:50 What should we expect from the next presidential election?22:14 Why Christians need to relax a little bit about the election.23:30 Is the power of the President really as great as people think?25:50 Can we expect Christian unity in politics?29:52 How serious should Christians be about LGBT issues and are there bigger battles to be fought?34:36 How do you help Christians stay

Christ, the Son of God, has been eclipsed, and we’ve made ourselves at home in this new normal.Escape the twilight of tepid religiosity to step into the broad daylight of the living Christ!It's amazing how much of life we allow to pass by without seeing the grace and glory of Jesus. He abides in all things and provides all things to us in every second of every day. Stop missing out on Jesus!Rick Holland, pastor of Mission Road Bible Church and author of "Uneclipsing the Son," talks to us about the importance of enjoying Jesus in every aspect of creation.

Dr. Bill Webster joins us today to talk about the differences between Roman Catholicism and the true Gospel.

Dr. Harris stops in to talk with us about the theology behind his latest Glory Book, The Stone and the Glory of Israel.

Everyone in the world is dying. Because of the Genesis 3 curse we will all encounter chronic illness at some point in our lives, if not with us, it will come to a close family member. Pastor John Chester talks to us today about when chronic illness struck his wife and how he has found peace and the capacity to fulfill biblical roles even in the midst of constant suffering.

John Frame talks to us about apologetics and the need for us to be able to give a defense for the hope that is within us. Good stuff!

We were fortunate enough to get Tim Challies to sit down with us and talk life, online media, and productivity. Tim is a leader in his field and anyone wishing to be more effective with their time and online media should listen to this show.