King & Culture

Luke, Seth, and guest Kyle Worley discuss the doctrine of our Union with Christ. Kyle's new book focuses on how you and I are invited to live at home with God in Christ Jesus. Union with Christ is one of the most unbelievable and overlooked realities of Christian salvation.Home With God

Seth and Luke discuss the Roman Catholic Church, looking at places where there is agreement and disagreement with Evangelical Protestantism. Issues like Scripture, tradition, Mary, sacraments, eucharist, the Pope, and justification all factor into how we make sense of the points of overlap and departure. Referenced books: Was the Reformation A Mistake, What It Means to Be Protestant

Seth and Luke dive into a listener Q&A covering crucial topics like church leadership and accountability. They explore the roles of women in teaching, the significance of singles finding purpose, and the complexities of inclusion for LGBTQ+ individuals. The conversation also addresses the immediate fate of souls after death and the role of prophecy in the modern church. They stress the importance of community support in navigating personal growth and family dynamics, offering insights for a welcoming and spiritually engaged environment.

Luke, Seth, and guest Patrick Miller dicuss different ways Christians can respond to being outsiders and exiles in the midst of our complex cultural realities. Patrick gives us six practical ways that Christians can seek the welfare of the dark world into which we've been sent all while maintaining a joyful rather than fussy disposition. https://joyfuloutsiders.com

Seth and Luke take a few minutes to reflect on the origins of the podcast as they reflect on 100 episodes. Then they talk through Ironwood Church's conviction about "Christ & Culture," which forms much of the approach to the King & Culture podcast. Read the conviction statement here: https://www.ironwoodchurch.org/doctrineFinally, they discuss the future of the podcast, how they approach interviews, and invite feedback for possible topics and ideas.

The hosts dive into the upcoming sermon series on the Book of Hebrews, discussing the challenges of expository preaching. They ponder the mysterious authorship of Hebrews, weighing theories about candidates like Apollos and Paul. Themes of perseverance in faith and the complexities of salvation are explored, alongside the relevance of deconstruction in contemporary belief. The conversation also highlights the importance of community and provides resources for deeper understanding, setting the stage for an extensive 28-week study.

Luke, Seth, and guest Trevin Wax discuss various strategies and approaches to connecting with God in a meaningful and reugular way in prayer. They explore the merits of strcuture and routine while considering the issues tha arise if we simply view time with God as self-improvement project or a life-hack. Gospel Coalition: Trevin Wax30 Days Series books

Seth and Luke explore the tensions of Advent. While so much of the Christmas season seems happy and bright, it's also filled with loss and disappointment. They also explore how the early church approached the Advent season in comparison to how most of us think of it. Whether you're in a season of joy or sorrow, this episode will help you lean into Jesus as you wait for His return.

Seth and Luke consider plagues that infect all of our lives: entitlement and cynicism. Though we have so much, we are often so unhappy — grumbling and complaining about all that doesn't go the way we want. Even Christians are susceptible to this dynamic.How can we pursue a different way that allows us to shine in a dark world? By pursuing a life and practices of gratitude and thanksgiving. Seth shares a number of key Bible verses and some helpful practices that individuals and families can do to practice gratitude.

Luke and Seth discuss the results of the 2024 election, looking at the failures of the Pro-Life cause and the success of Trump. Is it wrong to be overly sad or happy about these things? Is there a Christ-less Conservatism that will dominate political thinking the next few years? How will we respond to it? How do we interact with the growing non-Religious Right in light of the mission of God's people? How will the church respond to the coming mental health crisis that Mark Halperin predicted?