Desire - Is it good to have no constraints on your sexuality?
Old Fashion Dad Podcast
In this episode we discuss sexuality, what true freedom in sexuality and relationships looks like. What is "good" and who defines good and what freedom looks like. We also discuss the cultural narrative on sexuality and the influence and even internal conflict in the LGBTQ community... specifically with the conflicting worldview and agenda of the Trans community with the rest of the gay / lesbian community. Is the goal to not have desire like the Buddhist say... or is it to give Christ control over our desires so we don't become slaves to our desires. Human's are "meaning makers" and need a...
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Is it possible to leave your religious beliefs out or your politics?
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On this episode, we cover everything from abortion to Separation of Church and State, delve into different Worldviews and subconscious biases and how those impact how we vote and our values. We also touch on LGBTQ+ in politics and the irony of some politicians calling for leaving "religious beliefs" out of politics, when America is a country founded on Christian values and religious belief. NOTES: This Weeks Whiskey: The Whistler Irish Whiskey AOC severely takes scripture out of context to justify abortion Exegesis - Reading scripture the way the writers of scripture intended and by...
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Do We Have A Right To Be Angry At God?
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In this episode we discuss if anger at God is ok, do we have the right to judge God, what roll does suffering play in our lives and should we be trying to avoid it and the healthy and appropriate way to handle such emotions as anger, specifically when it's directed at God. NOTES: This Weeks Whiskey: Horse soldier Bourbon 120 proof from Ohio "Sinful anger is a expression of you playing God" - David Powlson of CCEF If anger is an emotion and emotions are a-moral (neither good or bad)... it matters more not that we are angry but rather how we respond to that anger and where we direct it....
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Free Speech & Censorship
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Cancel culture, censorship and free speech. How do we as Christian, fathers, and parents tackle these issues. Whether you like it or not, none of us can simply ignore this issue of censorship and what we know as free speech. So we must turn to the Bible to help us develop a view of speech. We are called to speak truth, but not engage in the idolatry of “Freedom of Speech” What was the intention behind the 1st Amendment Where have we gone wrong with freedom of speech? How do we protect good speech and should there be limits on “bad” speech NOTES: This...
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What does the Tower of Babel and the Internet Have in Common?
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This week we sit down and "Babel" about the essentialism of being dependent on God, talk the connections between the self-glorifying endeavor of the Tower of Babel and the internet, as well as C. B. puts his counselor hat on for C. H. existential question on how do we really know our motivation for following God is pure and not just trying to use God to get a good life... NOTES: This Weeks Whiskey: The Mattie Gladin straight bourbon whiskey. Spirits of French Lick, Indiana ZDogg MD Show - Science Vs. Advocacy, Omicron , & More (w/ Dr. Peter Attia and Dr. Marty Makary) - Why did God...
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Prosperity Gospel and False Teachers
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Prosperity Gospel, blab it and grab it, name it and claim it, health and wealth... false teachers who say you need to "give to get" come in many flavors. Beware of false doctrines and false teachers. We are called to walk in truth and light and worship the one true God. What do we mean when we say prosperity gospel? What makes a false teacher and why do we need to be aware of them? How do we know what the truth is and if someone is a false teacher? NOTES: This Weeks Whiskey: Stranahan's Blue Peak single malt whiskey Prosperity Gospel relies on ideas like, "that the more money you...
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Redemption: From the pits of Hell to the gates of Fatherhood w/ Jeremy Donald
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Special guest episode with Jeremy Donald, who is an expecting father (first-time)... who has an amazing story of redemption to share with us. NOTES: This Weeks Whiskey: Blueberry Hex Mead from Superstition Meadery This Weeks Cigar - @myfathercigars @olivacigar Before God got ahold of Jeremy, he lived by the moto, "Better to reign in Hell, than to serve in Heaven" and considered himself "The Devil's right hand"... Call To Action: Follow us on () & () for more content & DM us to connect! Don't forget to subscribe on () or your favorite podcast app.
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5 Tips to Jump Start Your Marriage
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On today’s episode we are talking about 5 things you can do to jump start your marriage... or 5 things that we should all be continually doing in our marriage, if we want them to be healthy and God glorifying. NOTES: This Weeks Whiskey: J.T.S. Brown Kentucky Bourbon - Heaven Hill Distillery Pappy Van Winkle Cigar Christian B. was a guest on Chad and Tyler's podcast, "The Honest Cigar Experience" recently, to talk marriage and gave 5 Tips to Jump Start Your Marriage. Episode 61 - "5 Steps to a Thriving Marriage with Christian Bringolf" - 5 Tips to Jump Start Your Marriage: ...
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Why We Say Merry Christmas And Not Happy Holidays
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On today’s episode we are talking about what we say "Merry Christmas" and not simply "Happy Holidays". NOTES: It acknowledges our condition - sinners in need of a savior It acknowledges who is in control and on the throne It is a recognition and celebration of the hope we have in Jesus It is God glorifying... or at least that is our heart disposition for us, towards God Christmas is not just about Christmas trees, presents, Christmas decorations and yummy holidays smells... it's primarily about what Christ has done in humbling Himself to come to the earth as a human, fulfill...
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Fear & Anxiety (not trusting God & our desire to control life)
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On today’s episode we vent a little on the parenting challenges of letting our kids experience the consequences for their decisions, but we mostly talk about fear and anxiety. We get into how much of these struggles stem from us trying to control our lives, instead of trusting God and placing our hope and identity in Him. NOTES: This Weeks Whiskey: Rabbit Hole Kentucky Straight Bourbon Oliva cigars - series O Love and Logic (book) - What are some of the factors that lead us to be anxious and fearful day-to-day? A big factor is our perspective. Where are we getting our information...
info_outlineThis week we talk about lesson's learned from Christian B's experience of loosing his temper and breaking his hand after punching his solid oak front door. Is it a common experience among men to loose our tempers and react in a sinful way?
NOTES:
- This Weeks Whiskey: Wild Turkey Rare Bread Bourbon (Barrel Proof - 116 proof)
- Arturo Fuentes & Rocky Patel cigars
- Christian H. just got back from a real estate conference and vacation with his wife in Cabo San Lucas (with eXp Realty)
- Christian B. got the Rona... and brakes his hand.
- Christian B. get's transparent in talking about finding his limit of how much he can take on in his life before he snaps
- What practice safe-guards do you have in place for when your anger is boiling over and you feel yourself loosing control?
- Not everyone responds with loosing their cool with a physically violent response. What are some other unhealthy ways we respond when we get angry?
- Anger
- Isolation
- Irritability
- Depression
- Trying to control every detail of your world / surroundings
- Being overly physical with your kids when you're frustrated
- Shaming your kids or wife (not controlling your language or tongue)
- Proverbs 3:5-6 - 5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. 6 In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.
- Trust in the Lord with ALL your heart
- Lean NOT on your own understanding
- In ALL your ways, acknowledge Him... and HE will direct your path (a promise)
- If we are truly being dependent on God, we would know our limit, not try to rely on our own strength and understanding and our disposition will be more in-line with Christ's and we won't loose control in our frustration and perhaps not even get angry
- When relying on our own strength and understanding, we may be able to modify our behavior enough to not loose control and break our hand by punching a door... but is there still anger and rage burning in our heart?
- Is the belief that you can take on most things, what leads you to the tipping-point of getting overwhelmed, stressed, frustrated and angry? We are trying to be our own functional savior... separate from God and self-reliant.
- We need to allow more "white space" in our lives and learn what we need to say "no" to, so that we can say "yes" to God and what he has for us. Leave room in our lives and schedule for God to work.
- Spending time with God and in His word are key and should be "non-negotiable" in our daily lives, as it replenishes your soul and reminds us of our dependents on God.
- Practical suggestions:
- Regular date night with your spouse, to connect, confess, and continually get to know each other.
- Don't believe Satan's lie that you can do all things, by your self, isolated and without help
- Don't believe the lie that you can't be honest and vulnerable with your spouse... they love you and will not shame you or think less of you when you share with them and need God
- What do we do with our shame when we do fail or fall short. Does that feeling reflect reality or are we believing a lie that temps us to withdraw and isolate, or try harder to be more self-reliant and strong (instead of dependent on God)
- The sufficiency of Christ's death on the cross to forgive us of our sins, is paramount in freeing us from our shame and feelings of needing to be perfect or self-sufficient.
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