In this episode of the Current Reality podcast, Michael Clary and Wade Thomas discuss lessons learned from their years in ministry. They talk about the importance of staying anchored in biblical reality amidst modern culture, moving into a new church building, and the upcoming King's Domain conference. Key topics include the necessity of giving the best care to church members, promptly dealing with issues, loving those who may annoy you, reading the Bible comprehensively, and understanding true humility. The episode also emphasizes that Christ is a greater savior than we can imagine, and it is crucial for pastors to keep their eyes on Him while shepherding their flock.

00:00 Introduction to the Current Reality Podcast

00:24 New Building and Community Connections

02:25 Upcoming Events and Conferences

03:02 Meet the Speakers: King's Domain Conference

03:44 Jeff Durbin: A Special Guest

10:02 The Value of Christian Community

12:48 Trilogy of Episodes: Lessons Learned

16:21 Michael Clary's Ministry Journey

26:04 Wade Thomas' Ministry Journey

36:08 Standing Firm on Principles

47:41 The Weight of Responsibility in Ministry

49:10 Facing Temptations and Maintaining Integrity

51:40 Balancing External Opinions and Pastoral Duties

57:20 The Importance of Addressing Issues Directly

01:06:07 Loving Despite Annoyances

01:13:16 The Necessity of Daily Bible Reading

01:22:59 True Humility vs. False Humility

01:32:40 Recognizing Our Sinfulness and Christ's Grace

For questions or comments, send us an email at currentrealitypodcast@gmail.com.

Our church is Christ the King Church in Fort Thomas, KY.

The Current Reality Podcast is a resource of King's Domain.

Follow us on Twitter

https://twitter.com/dmichaelclary

https://twitter.com/wadethomasjr

Michael's Book "God's Good Design" is now available everywhere

• God's Good Design: A Biblical, Theological, and Practical Guide to Human Sexuality
  

In this episode of the Current Reality Podcast, hosts Michael Clary and Wade Thomas discuss the upcoming King's Domain Conference, focusing on the excitement around the event and the featured speakers. The episode transitions to a detailed exploration of Islam, particularly its elements compared to Christianity. They address misconceptions within the Christian community about Islam, emphasizing the importance of distinguishing between Allah and Yahweh and the vital need to communicate the true gospel to Muslims. The hosts also critique modern narratives that equate Islamic teachings with Christian virtues, calling Christians to a firm but loving evangelistic approach. The episode ends with an encouragement for believers to stay faithful to Christ and actively share the gospel, underscoring the importance of truth and love in evangelism.

00:00 Introduction to the Current Reality Podcast

00:24 Excitement for the King's Domain Conference

01:13 Notable Speakers and Their Impact

02:33 Networking and Fellowship at the Conference

05:00 Singles Mixer and Conference Highlights

06:54 Registration and Logistics

08:04 Transition to Discussing Islam

08:07 Understanding Ramadan and Islamic Practices

10:44 Critique of Modern Christian Approaches to Islam

14:36 Historical Context and Criticism of Islam

16:40 Comparing Christianity and Islam

18:53 Theological Implications and False Prophets

41:14 The Quran and Its Origins

44:19 Introduction to Galatians and Islam

46:11 Muhammad's Influence and Historical Context

46:54 Islam's Spread in North Africa

47:59 Contradictions and Abrogation in the Quran

48:37 The Nature of Allah vs. Yahweh

52:21 Islam's View on the Trinity and Jesus

01:04:23 Salvation and Atonement in Islam

01:08:43 Critique of Islamic Teachings

01:26:22 Christianity's Superiority and Final Thoughts

For questions or comments, send us an email at currentrealitypodcast@gmail.com.

Our church is Christ the King Church in Fort Thomas, KY.

The Current Reality Podcast is a resource of King's Domain, Fort Thomas, KY.

Resources mentioned in this episode

• Samuel Zwemer’s The Moslem Doctrine of God and The Moslem Christ.

  
  

Follow us on Twitter

https://twitter.com/dmichaelclary

https://twitter.com/wadethomasjr

Michael's Book "God's Good Design" is now available everywhere

• God's Good Design: A Biblical, Theological, and Practical Guide to Human Sexuality
  

In this episode of the Current Reality Podcast, hosts Michael Clary and Wade Thomas discuss the profound impact of absent or sinful parents on children's lives. They examine historical and cultural trends contributing to the increasing father and mother hunger in modern society. The episode explains various statistics which illustrate the rise of single-parent households, children born to unmarried women, and the normalization of dual-income families. Hosts critique the valorization of single-parenthood and feminism's influence on family dynamics. Michael and Wade argue that fathers provide authority, stability, and discipline, while mothers bring warmth, beauty, and life to a home—elements essential for a child's development. They address the silence on maternal sins and call for a balanced critique of both paternal and maternal failures. Ultimately, the podcast offers a message of hope, encouraging listeners to strive to be the nurturing and present parents they may not have had themselves, emphasizing God's grace in overcoming these familial wounds.

00:00 Introduction to the Current Reality Podcast

00:44 Exploring Father and Mother Wounds

02:40 The Impact of Absent Parents

10:05 Andrew Tate and Distorted Masculinity

19:17 Career Women and Motherhood

35:23 The Crisis of Single-Parent Households

46:41 The Role of Stepparents

47:29 Personal Experiences with Stepparents

50:40 The Impact of Government on Family Issues

52:07 The Crisis of Multiple Partners

52:53 The Cost of Working Mothers

55:15 The Emotional Impact of Daycare

01:00:19 The Importance of Fathers

01:13:23 The Role of Mothers

01:22:09 Addressing Feminine Sins

01:29:53 A Reason for Hope

For questions or comments, send us an email at currentrealitypodcast@gmail.com.

Our church is Christ the King Church in Fort Thomas, KY.

The Current Reality Podcast is a resource of King's Domain, Fort Thomas, KY.

Follow us on Twitter

https://twitter.com/dmichaelclary

https://twitter.com/wadethomasjr

Michael's Book "God's Good Design" is now available everywhere

• God's Good Design: A Biblical, Theological, and Practical Guide to Human Sexuality