Are Books That Important?
Ovilla Christian Chats
Christians should be people of the Word—that is, the Scriptures. This is God's chosen way to reveal himself and his plan of redemption. But should the Bible be the only book that Christians read? How do you choose good books: ones that stretch your imagination, solidify your faith, and stand the test of time? Join Julianne, Erich, and Pastor Matt from and in this discussion about books, including a list of titles we wholeheartedly commend. Recommendations: "10 Books That Screwed Up the World: And 5 Others That Didn't Help" by Benjamin Wiker () "Habits of the Household" by Justin Whitmel...
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Do You Have New Year's Resolutions?
Ovilla Christian Chats
Do you know what day in January is considered National Quitting Day for New Year's Resolution? Find out if you've made it past National Quitting Day in this conversation with Pastor Matt, Erich, and Julianne. Whether you've started a new Bible reading plan or want to improve your health, we all know the best way to keep your resolutions is to have accountability. How does the local church fit in with this? Resources Mentioned: by Gary Saul Morson by Jonathan Leeman "Life Together" by Dietrich Bonhoeffer
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Are the Holidays Hectic or Holy?
Ovilla Christian Chats
In a 2023 study by the American Psychological Association, 89% of responders said the holidays stress them out. () Julianne and Pastor Matt guess the top 10 reasons for increased stress as cited in the survey—see if you can get #1 before Erich reveals it. How can Christians re-orient their hearts and minds around this hectic time to participate in the anticipation of the return of Christ? Join us for this conversation about consumerism, stress, and the season of Advent.
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How Does Technology Shape Worldview?
Ovilla Christian Chats
Travis Seekins, Associate VP for Strategic Partnerships at Hardin-Simmons University, joins us for a fascinating conversation about technology, anxiety, and our personal identities. Highlights: Technology is neither good nor evil, but it is not neutral. It is not just there. It's working on you purposefully. When we give it our attention, it shapes our worldview. On average, a person checks their cellphone 144 times a day. This comes out to every 6.7 minutes. For the first time in human history, we have banished solitude. You need solitude to sit with your own thoughts so you can...
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Why the Biblical Worldview Conference?
Ovilla Christian Chats
This year, our entire Upper School attended the Biblical Worldview Conference, hosted by Prestonwood Baptist Church in Plano. Students and faculty in grades 9-12 spent two days in worship, break-out sessions, and main lectures. Why did we send so many students this year? Head of School Bob Yttredahl is back on the podcast to recap his experience at the conference and why it is so important for our school culture. Bonus: can you guess which one of us loves Butterfinger Blizzards? Resources mentioned: by Carl Trueman by Jonathan Leeman If you're interested in listening to the...
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It's Music to My Ears
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We're joined by Joseph Arze, Worship Minister at ORBC, for a conversation about how music shapes our worldview. Highlights: • If you want something to be solidified in your mind, sing it. • Music is like swift waters; it carves out channels in your brain to shape your thinking in a certain way. • We often turn to music to confirm our feelings. • One of the biggest obstacles to the gospel in our lives is forgetfulness. Songs Mentioned: Verses to Consider: Romans 12:1-2 Colossians 3 Psalm 32:10-11
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Is Salvation Based on Your Performance?
Ovilla Christian Chats
Erich, Julianne, and Pastor Matt are back! In today's episode, they discuss how our worldview affects our view of salvation and the gospel. Our performance is used as a metric in many areas of life (social media, parenting, work, school). Are we letting this performance-driven view shape how we understand the doctrine of salvation? Resources Mentioned • by Jonathan Haidt • by Nancy Pearcey Verses to Consider • Galatians 3 • Ephesians 2:10 • 2 Timothy 2:12, 13 • Psalm 32:1-6 • James 5:16 • Ezekiel 11:19; 27; 36:26-27 • Jeremiah 32:39-40
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Can You Handle the Truth?
Ovilla Christian Chats
We're back for another conversation about worldview and this time the topic of truth is on the table. How we can know that truth exists? How does our source of truth impact how we live as Christians? In this episode, Erich and Pastor Matt are joined by Julianne Fowler, Director of Marketing and Communication at OCS.
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What in the Worldview?
Ovilla Christian Chats
Welcome to our first episode! Join Erich Lehmann (OCS Director of Spiritual Life), Pastor Matt Bowles (Ovilla Road Baptist Church), and Bob Yttredahl (OCS Head of School) in a conversation about worldview: what does this word mean and why is it important? What are the proper roles of the church and a Christian school in the life of a Christ-follower? ALSO! Learn to pronounce "Yttredahl" correctly and hear the heart behind changes coming to chapel at OCS this fall.
info_outlineWe're back for another conversation about worldview and this time the topic of truth is on the table. How we can know that truth exists? How does our source of truth impact how we live as Christians? In this episode, Erich and Pastor Matt are joined by Julianne Fowler, Director of Marketing and Communication at OCS.