EPISODE 0127 | how to win the culture war
THESE NOTES ACCOMPANY EPISODE 0127
Churches must rise with clarity, courage, and conviction to meet the challenges of today’s culture. In this episode, Pastor Stephen joins Pastor Doug and Rabbi Pesach on their podcast to discuss the role of the Church in shaping families, discipling believers, and reclaiming education. Pastor Stephen shares how building a classical Christian school and preaching the whole counsel of God has helped their church grow stronger, not safer. It’s a call to stand shoulder to shoulder for truth, family, and the next generation.
Main Topics Covered:
✔️ How bold, Bible-based preaching shapes healthy churches.
✔️ Why Pastor Stephen launched a classical Christian school.
✔️ The importance of equipping parents to lead spiritually at home.
✔️ Reclaiming education and discipleship from a biblical worldview.
✔️ Leading a church with clarity in a culture of confusion.
Key Scriptures Referenced:
📖 Deuteronomy 6:6–9 – Teach God's commands diligently to your children.
📖 2 Timothy 4:2 – Preach the word; be ready in season and out of season.
📖 Ephesians 4:11–13 – Equip the saints for the work of ministry.
Key Takeaways:
🔹 The Church must disciple with intentionality and courage.
🔹 Parents are the primary disciplers of their children.
🔹 Christian education can strengthen both families and churches.
🔹 Preaching the Bible clearly is essential in confused times.
Resources
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The foundation of the Better Planner™ is the practice of defining and reaching your personal vision. The other principles for growth all integrate with and flow out of this essential step. As you develop and record the insights you receive from God and His design for your life, the Better Planner™ will lead you through a step-by-step process to become better.
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