Beauty, truth, and goodness, like mind, body, and heart, depend on each other for growth. #god

God calls us to care, create, and innovate! Comment ‘Biblical’ for the link! #ChristianApologetics

Sex, money & power: Is your identity in Christ or one of these idols? #Idols #Identity

Discovering Truth, Goodness, and Beauty Through Story | Wendy Kieffer

In this episode, we welcome Wendy, the Conservatory Poet for VUVIVO Ministries and cohost of the poetry podcast featured on LAB the Podcast (Life + Beauty). From pursuing an English degree and venturing to New York City to explore the arts, to discovering the God who calls and her calling, Wendy’s story is as poetic as the verses she writes. Now residing in Florida as a mother of four and serving alongside her husband as a deacon, teacher, and worship leader, Wendy joins us to share the inspiration behind her debut poetry collection, Alchemy of Praise.

Join us as we delve into the heart of creativity and faith, exploring Wendy’s artistic beginnings, her views on the biblical role of the arts, and the transformative power of writing. We also discuss her favorite books, what makes for good writing, and how pastors, church leaders, and parents can nurture a love for art and truth in their communities. Whether you’re a poet, an artist, or simply someone passionate about cultivating beauty in a noisy and chaotic world, this episode will inspire and challenge you to view creativity as a vital part of the Christian life.

Identity, Idolatry, and Defending the Faith with Integrity | J. Warner Wallace

J. Warner Wallace is a renowned cold-case homicide detective featured on Dateline, a best-selling author, and a sought-after national speaker. J. Warner became a Christ-follower at the age of thirty-five after investigating the claims of the New Testament gospels using his skill set as a detective.

In this episode, we talk about identity and how easy it is to turn to idols and find our identity therein. We discuss practical ways to reorient our hearts and minds toward the one true God and find hope for this life even in the midst of trauma.

It's pastoral malpractice to neglect giving people the intellectual answers.

We see that many people in our communities, schools, churches are tempted to walk away from the faith, these people are struggling with that and need answers. So every church should have an apologetics program.

Want to learn more? Comment ‘Apologetics’ below, and I’ll send you the link!

#Apologetics #FaithAndReason #DefendingFaith #ChurchOutreach #StrengthenYourFaith #AnswersInChrist #FaithJourney #ChristianApologetics #FaithAndCommunity

'We have lost the understanding that all human beings are equally valuable.'' -Michael C. Sherrard

We see that many people in our communities, schools, churches are tempted to walk away from the faith, these people are struggling with that and need answers. So every church should have an apologetics program.

Want to learn more? Comment ‘Apologetics’ below, and I’ll send you the link!

#Apologetics #FaithAndReason #DefendingFaith #ChurchOutreach #StrengthenYourFaith #AnswersInChrist #FaithJourney #ChristianApologetics #FaithAndCommunity

Practical Evangelism for Stressful Times: The Power of Contagious Faith | Mark Mittelberg

In this episode, Mark Mittelberg joins us for an inspiring conversation filled with hope for those feeling overwhelmed by the uncertainty of our times. With stress about the future of the country, the upcoming presidential election, and societal challenges at an all-time high, Mark offers a refreshing vision for how each of us can make a difference.

As the bestselling author of ""Becoming a Contagious Christian"" and the Executive Director of The Lee Strobel Center for Evangelism and Applied Apologetics, Mark shares practical and encouraging ways to spread the gospel in a style that feels natural to who we are. He introduces the ""five contagious faith styles"" — friendship building, selfless serving, story sharing, reason giving, and truth telling — showing how everyone is uniquely shaped to share their faith in a way that fits them best. This episode is a powerful reminder that even in dark times, small acts of kindness and love can push back the darkness and bring light to our world.

Foster Care, Abortion, and the Partnership of Church and State | Erik Dellenback

In this episode of The Michael C. Sherrard Podcast, Mike sits down with Erik Dellenback, the liaison for Governor Ron DeSantis’ Faith and Community Initiative. Erik’s unique role involves mobilizing the church to advocate for the most vulnerable in society, such as bridging the gap between the foster care system and faith communities. With an impressive career that spans his role as President and Executive Director of the Tim Tebow Foundation, where he helped launch global initiatives like “Night to Shine,” and his background in college football and film production, Erik brings a wealth of experience and insight.

Together, they delve into the importance of faith in public life and how Erik became a bridge between the Governor’s office and faith communities. He explains how the state needs the church to care for those in need and how the church, in turn, benefits from working with the state to create real pathways of service. The discussion highlights the vital partnership between faith and government in advancing care for the marginalized.

Mike and Erik also dive into a theological understanding of politics, why Christians should be deeply engaged in issues like abortion, and how Amendment 4 threatens human flourishing. Erik makes a compelling case for why believers must stand against this harmful legislation, urging Christians to vote no on Amendment 4. This episode unpacks the importance of political engagement for the church and how faith communities can be a powerful force for good in the public square.