The Mark Driscoll Podcast

Men can become their own greatest obstacle. This discussion explores self-dominion across the heart, soul, mind, and body, with candid attention to anger, marriage, spiritual discipline, destructive thoughts, addictions, health, and the responsibilities of adulthood. It also examines how personal choices shape family life, leadership, and a lasting legacy.

A candid Christian response to political and cultural upheaval in America. The discussion examines progressive governance, socialism, family and parental rights, Islam, and the rise of “woke Christianity.” It also turns to Noah’s story, biblical parenting, evangelism, civic engagement, salvation, and the urgency of preparing for judgment and Christ’s return.

Explore the terrifying final plague of Egypt, Pharaoh’s defiance, and the Passover sacrifice that offered deliverance. The discussion follows the symbolism of the spotless lamb, bitter herbs, unleavened bread, and faithful obedience, then traces the story forward to Jesus, the Last Supper, the cross, communion, and the promised wedding supper.

Why can children resent a father who loves and provides for them? This conversation explores the cultural importance of involved fathers, generational legacies, and the connection between earthly fatherhood and faith. It also covers delight before discipline, avoiding favoritism, correcting without intimidation, listening well, repairing harm, and earning respect through presence, grace, and repentance.

Pride can wreck marriages, families, relationships, and lives. This teaching journeys through Exodus as Egypt’s false gods face judgment, Pharaoh hardens his heart, and fake repentance is exposed. Explore biblical humility, spiritual warfare, the difference between worldly sorrow and true repentance, and how the plagues point toward Christ bearing the wrath sinners deserve.

A candid biblical look at marriage, masculinity, leadership, and sexual intimacy. Explore God’s design for husbands and wives, the damage of passivity, abuse, pornography, and misplaced control, plus the call to shared purpose, repentance, unity, and lasting family faithfulness.

Moses’ story unfolds through trauma, failure, murder, exile, and an astonishing late-life calling. Explore how shepherding shaped his leadership, why family responsibilities come before public influence, and the battle between pride and humility. The discussion also examines sustainable success, serving others, and following Jesus through setbacks, repentance, and renewed purpose.

Are you using money to serve God, or are you worshipping money? How to make sure that you’re not becoming a slave to money.

Is your family dysfunctional? Are you dreading the upcoming holidays? Find out what you need to do to survive your toxic family.

You don’t have to be perfect, impressive, or have your life figured out to be used for something bigger. Moses’ story shows that your failures, weaknesses, and past don’t have to disqualify you from your purpose.