The Laymen’s Pod

How should Christians vote in 2024?

In this episode, Joel and I discuss the 2024 US Presidential Election. We talk about how and why Christians should participate in this crucial election. We walk through the major issues and how they should be viewed through a Biblical worldview.
 
References:
 
Abortion:
 
https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10099841/
 
https://www.axios.com/2024/10/23/harris-nbc-news-abortion-trump-republicans
 
https://www.guttmacher.org/fact-sheet/induced-abortion-united-states
 
https://www.guttmacher.org/news-release/2024/one-four-us-women-expected-have-abortion-their-lifetime
 
https://www.guttmacher.org/state-policy/explore/state-policies-abortion-bans
 
 
Gender Issues:
 
https://x.com/EndWokeness/status/1834083201314181225
 
https://www.nytimes.com/2024/06/25/health/transgender-minors-surgeries.html
 
https://www.politico.com/news/2024/03/30/easter-transgender-day-of-visibility-culture-war-00149841
 
https://www.nationalreview.com/bench-memos/dojs-outrageous-political-prosecution-of-whistleblower-dr-eithan-haim/
 
https://www.reuters.com/investigates/special-report/usa-transyouth-data/
 
https://laist.com/news/newsom-signs-bill-to-end-parental-notification-policies-at-schools-opponents-say-fight-is-not-over
 
https://segm.org/ajp_correction_2020
 
https://www.heritage.org/gender/commentary/sex-reassignment-doesnt-work-here-the-evidence
 
https://www.cureus.com/articles/201512-risk-of-suicide-and-self-harm-following-gender-affirmation-surgery#!/
 
https://www.hydesmith.senate.gov/new-biden-admin-rule-could-cut-faith-based-foster-care-providers-out-helping-children
 
https://erlc.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Public-Comments-HHS-Safe-and-Appropriate-Foster-Care-Placement-Requirements-for-Titles-IV-E-and-IV-B.pdf
 
https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2024/04/30/2024-08982/designated-placement-requirements-under-titles-iv-e-and-iv-b-for-lgbtqi-children
 
 
Border Issues:
 
https://www.congress.gov/118/meeting/house/116344/documents/HHRG-118-JU08-20230913-SD003.pdf
 
https://www.foxnews.com/politics/dems-run-border-bill-republicans-say-was-never-designed-solve-problem
 
https://www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/research/analysis-senate-border-bill
 
 
The Economy:
 
https://www.forbes.com/sites/dereksaul/2024/09/10/how-the-economy-really-fared-under-biden-and-trump-from-jobs-to-inflation/
 
 
The Environment:
 
https://www.fdd.org/analysis/2024/10/21/biden-administration-admits-irans-oil-exports-have-grown-exponentially-in-value-and-volume/
 
https://www.wri.org/insights/4-charts-explain-greenhouse-gas-emissions-countries-and-sectors
 
 
Free Speech:
 
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gOcXkIBPx2o
 
https://americansforprosperity.org/blog/heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-twitter-files/
 
https://www.reuters.com/technology/zuckerberg-says-biden-administration-pressured-meta-censor-covid-19-content-2024-08-27/
 
https://gbdeclaration.org/
 
https://nypost.com/2023/09/20/how-dr-jay-bhattacharya-beat-biden-administration-censorship/https://gbdeclaration.org/
 
 
 
 

Christian Dating

In this episode, I bring on two new guests, including my wife, to discuss the modern complexities of Christian dating. We talk about the culture that surrounds dating for young Christians and the advantages and disadvantages it poses for successfully finding a spouse. We explore the dynamics of college dating, and how expectations placed on relationships within the Christian community can often weigh heavily on the dating process. We share personal experiences and insights on dating, marriage, and the vital impact of faith on relationships.

The Power of Christian Community

In this episode of the Laymen’s Pod, I sit down with my friend Matt to share his faith journey and path to full-time vocational ministry. We discuss Matt's upbringing, his search for identity during college, and the transformative moment when he accepted Christ. Matt opens up about his pivot into a ministry and the decision to make a life-altering career change. We also explore the topic of Christian community and the centrality it plays in the Christian life. We talk about how to build impactful community in a culture marked by isolation and loneliness.

Do exorcisms still occur?

In this episode, Peyton and Randy delve into the intriguing and often chilling world of exorcisms, demons, and the spiritual realm as depicted in the Bible. In particular, they explore the journey of Father Dan Rehill, a modern day Catholic priest and exorcist. The conversation highlights the biblical accounts of demonic possession and the modern-day manifestations of demonic possession. The Laymen discuss the rise in possession cases, the training of exorcists, and the dangers associated with occult practices. They also highlight the importance of faith and commitment as well as the need for spiritual vigilance in an increasingly dark world.
 
 
Shawn Ryan and Father Dan Rehill:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/141-father-dan-reehil-inside-the-demonic-world/id1492492083?i=1000674693560

A Legacy of Hope

In this episode, I reflect on Laymens Pod in 2024 and honor the legacy of my grandfather, a minister and missionary,  who spent his life preaching the Gospel. 
On the eve of what would have been his 91st birthday, I share a 50 year-old sermon from my grandfather that speaks to my inspiration and motivation for starting this podcast.
 
Hope you enjoy this episode and Merry Christmas!
 
Link to original sermon audio:
https://archives.sebts.edu/concern/works/8w32r703q?locale=fr