Discern

May/June 2025


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How an Emperor Corrupted Christianity

From the start, the Church and biblical truth have faced subversion. And 1,700 years ago, a council solidified a form of Christianity that still influences the world. Listen

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Germany Rearming: A Historic and Prophetic Turning Point?

Europe is being pressured to take more responsibility for its own defense, prompting Germany to begin rearming. Should this be an alarming development? Listen

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The Holy Days They Changed but Couldn't Kill
Life  The Holy Days They Changed but Couldn’t Kill

Jesus and the early Church did things that would seem odd today. How—and why—did people stop celebrating the holy days Jesus did? What should you do about it? Listen

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Relationships  Why I’m Not Panicking About Getting Old

Biohacking. Longevity science. Antiaging protocols. In a youth-dominated culture, what should our perspective on aging be? Listen

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Change  A Biblical Approach to Happiness

The pursuit of happiness is a timeless quest. What does the Bible say about happiness and how to achieve it? Listen

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Relationships  Artificial Intimacy: Why AI Will Never Satisfy Our Deepest Needs

God designed our need for friendship. But trying to use AI girlfriends or boyfriends to alleviate loneliness short-circuits what He intended. Listen

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Life  Budget Your Time for Spiritual Growth

Time has a way of getting away from us. There will always be something competing for our attention. Following God requires budgeting time for Him. Listen

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God  Jesus Casts Out Demons

When Jesus entered the country of the Gadarenes, He came across a man possessed by multiple demons. What can we learn from this unsettling encounter? Listen

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