Thank God for Bitcoin

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Tomer Strolight05:03 Discovering Bitcoin: The Initial Attraction08:00 Learning the Mechanics of Bitcoin09:41 Early Investments and Lessons Learned12:18 Career in Digital Media and Philosophy17:50 The Rise of Bitcoin and Community Engagement21:06 The Block Size Wars and Community Dynamics28:29 Reflections on Bitcoin's Evolution and Future29:39 Navigating Career Changes During COVID-1930:29 The Birth of a Bitcoin Writer31:34 Creating Accessible Bitcoin Content32:12 The Journey of Writing and Self-Discovery34:30 From Writing to Publishing: The Swan Connection35:30 Exploring Love Through Bitcoin36:51 The Power of Writing in Self-Discovery39:16 The Discipline of Writing40:30 Early Influences and Digital Transformation42:22 Recognizing the Disintermediation of Media45:12 Transitioning to Emotional Intelligence Training47:29 Spiritual Awakening and the Influence of Bitcoin48:12 Understanding Love and Bitcoin50:00 The Journey to Faith and Understanding God54:03 A Divine Encounter During Writing58:22 The Journey of Faith and Transformation01:00:03 Balancing Beliefs and Relationships01:01:46 Wisdom in Acceptance and Understanding01:06:33 Experiencing Community and Spiritual Growth01:10:11 The Impact of Personal Experiences on Faith01:12:31 Current Endeavors and Future Aspirations

Chapters00:00 Introduction to TGFB Las Vegas Event01:21 David Bahnsen's Critique of the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve33:18 Conclusion and Future Discussions   

Chapters00:00 Introduction to Pastor CR Wiley02:01 The Journey into Economic Development05:57 Relief vs. Development: Understanding the Difference10:03 Incentive Misalignment in Development11:58 Success Stories and Economic Development16:03 The Nordic Model: Misconceptions and Realities19:57 Poverty Pimping: The Dark Side of Good Intentions24:56 The Role of Foundations and Funding Dynamics30:04 The Importance of Healthy Households33:54 Cultural and Political Influences on Development38:05 The Messianic View of Government and Poverty42:06 The Role of Self-Funding in Ministry45:09 Empowering Communities Through Church Leadership48:52 The Impact of Male Leadership in Families52:05 Critique of Economic Development Perspectives57:11 Understanding Wealth Creation and Economic Literacy01:01:28 The Importance of Good Governance in Economic Growth01:07:39 Building Healthy Communities Through Church InitiativesTakeaways- Pastor CR Wiley has a diverse background in ministry, philosophy, and real estate.- His experiences in urban ministry shaped his views on economic development.- There is a significant difference between relief and development efforts.- Incentives in the development sector are often misaligned, leading to counterproductive outcomes.- Success in development is rarely measured by actual improvement in communities.- Cultural factors play a crucial role in the success of economic development initiatives.- The Nordic model is often misunderstood and has its own complexities.- Poverty pimping highlights the exploitation of good intentions for personal gain.- Healthy households are essential for community development and success.- Government interventions often create dependencies rather than solutions. Self-funding in ministry allows for greater independence and authenticity.- Churches should focus on empowering their communities rather than relying on external funding.- Strong male leadership is crucial for family and community stability.- Critiques of economic development often overlook the importance of wealth creation.- Understanding economic principles is essential for effective community development.- Good governance is a key factor in economic success.- Healthy communities are built on strong families and churches.- Church initiatives can significantly contribute to local economies.- The ideological capture of evangelicalism can hinder effective ministry.- Success stories in economic development should be studied to replicate positive outcomes.   

Chapters00:00 Introduction and Background01:07 Journey into Austrian Economics and Bitcoin03:35 Initial Skepticism and Understanding Bitcoin14:20 The Transition from Interest to Involvement18:44 Building and Contributing to Bitcoin Projects22:08 Role at Riot Platforms and Bitcoin Mining26:24 Impact of Bitcoin Mining on the Texas Grid32:53 Government Relations and Legal Challenges35:58 Future of Bitcoin Mining and Profitability36:13 The Impact of Public Capital Markets on Bitcoin Mining39:35 Monetizing Bitcoin Volatility through Convertible Bonds42:45 Risks and Responsibilities in Bitcoin Custody45:27 Mining Centralization: A Double-Edged Sword57:19 Diminishing Marginal Returns and Bitcoin Adoption01:14:53 Pierre's Faith Journey and Its Influence01:16:31 Exploring Early Influences and Spiritual Awakening01:21:51 The Journey to Christianity and Personal Revelations01:27:00 Interfaith Dynamics and Family Perspectives01:36:26 The Nature of Sin and Forgiveness01:41:21 Historical Context of Christianity and Modern Challenges

Tim Madden, is a pastor who resides at ‘The North Shire’ in the picturesque Endless Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania, leads Cornerstone Bible Church in Forest City, PA. A devoted husband and father of three, Tim shares his theological insights through his weekly blog, ‘Maddening Theology,’ at maddeningtheology.org. When he’s not studying theology, Tim enjoys exploring the outdoors, traveling, discussing Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, savoring culinary adventures, and unwinding on his back porch.Find Tim on his blog at maddeningtheology.org and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tim.madden.520/. The Thank For Bitcoin Podcast is a TGFB Media production. TGFB Media exists to educate and equip Christians to understand Bitcoin and use it for the glory of God and the good of people everywhere.

Robert Bortins is the CEO of Classical Conversations, the world's largest classical homeschooling organization. He is a bitcoiner, a thought leader on the biblical worldview in education and culture, and the host of the Refining Rhetoric podcast.Find Robert at robertbortins.com.  and on X @therobertbshowTune in for his podcast Refining Rhetoric.Jordan Bush is the founder and the Head of Content and Education at TGFB Media and host of the Thank God for Bitcoin Podcast. Find Jordan on Twitter @jmbushwrites.The Thank For Bitcoin Podcast is a TGFB Media production. TGFB Media exists to educate and equip Christians to understand Bitcoin and use it for the glory of God and the good of people everywhere.

Tim Madden, is a pastor who resides at ‘The North Shire’ in the picturesque Endless Mountains of northeastern Pennsylvania, leads Cornerstone Bible Church in Forest City, PA. A devoted husband and father of three, Tim shares his theological insights through his weekly blog, ‘Maddening Theology,’ at maddeningtheology.org. When he’s not studying theology, Tim enjoys exploring the outdoors, traveling, discussing Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, savoring culinary adventures, and unwinding on his back porch.Find Tim on his blog at maddeningtheology.org and on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/tim.madden.520/. 

Jordan Bush is the founder and executive director of TGFB Media and host of the Thank God for Bitcoin Podcast. Find Jordan on Twitter @jmbushwrites.Dan Sherman is the Canadian director of Power To Change Ministries and can be found on Twitter @hodlingj.'The Gospel According To Bitcoin" is available now on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-According-Bitcoin-21-Meditations/dp/B0DR3QLF41/ref=sr_1_1The Thank For Bitcoin Podcast is a TGFB Media production. TGFB Media exists to educate and equip Christians to understand Bitcoin and use it for the glory of God and the good of people everywhere. www.tgfb.com

Jordan Bush is the founder and the Head of Content and Education at TGFB Media and host of the Thank God for Bitcoin Podcast. Find Jordan on Twitter @jmbushwrites.Cory Pyke is a co-founder of Indeehub.Studio. You can find him on Twitter @PykeCory and on IMDB at https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8708859/?ref_=fn_all_nme_1The Thank For Bitcoin Podcast is a TGFB Media production. TGFB Media exists to educate and equip Christians to understand Bitcoin and use it for the glory of God and the good of people everywhere. www.tgfb.com

J.M. Bush is the executive director of TGFB Media and host of the Thank God for Bitcoin Podcast. Find Jordan on Twitter @jmbushwrites.