Cross Culture Crisis

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"Welcome to Cross Culture Crisis—the podcast where we cut through the chaos of current events, politics, and culture with the sharp edge of a biblical worldview. Here, we don’t just react to the headlines; we interrogate them through the lens of Scripture, asking: What does this say about the human heart? How do we navigate this toxic climate as followers of Christ? And above all, how do we reconcile the boiling cultural temperature to the cool, unchanging truth of the Cross—the Gospel that redeems what’s broken and calls us to a better way?

  1. 6d ago

    Cross Culture Crisis: "Pride Goes Before Destruction: Reclaiming the Rainbow"

    It’s June, and the digital world is suddenly awash in rainbows. For many in our online communities, this feels like a celebration of identity and belonging. But what if we've taken God's sign of mercy and turned it into a digital badge of the very pride that made that mercy necessary? In this episode, we diagnose the deep, human ache for belonging that drives our culture's celebration of Pride. We expose how the world offers a "found family" based on conditional performance, leading to anxiety and exile, and contrast it with the superior hope of the Gospel. Discover how Jesus' profound humility is the only answer that truly satisfies our longing for a secure identity and an unshakable belonging. Join us as we reclaim the rainbow and point to the cross where true hope is found. Key Verses:• Proverbs 16:18 (CSB) - "Pride comes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall."• Romans 1:25 (CSB) - "...exchanged the truth of God for a lie, and worshiped and served what has been created instead of the Creator."• Philippians 2:6-8 (CSB) - Christ's ultimate example of humility, emptying Himself for our sake.• Genesis 9:13 & Revelation 4:3 - The bookends of the Bible: God's rainbow as a symbol of mercy and eternal authority. Key Sources & Further Reading:• Stuart Scott, From Pride to Humility: A Biblical Perspective• Timothy Keller, The Reason for God: Belief in an Age of Skepticism• The AND Campaign, Compassion (&) Conviction Follow & Engage with Cross Culture Crisis: • X (formerly Twitter): @DevilDodger78• Facebook Community: Join the conversation with otherlisteners at https://www.facebook.com/groups/85483876759945.• Substack: Get the full show notes, discussion questions, andexclusive articles delivered to your inbox. Subscribe for free at https://crossculturecrisis.substack.com/• Twitch: Watch live streams and join the chat in real-time athttps://www.twitch.tv/devildodger1• YouTube: Watch full video episodes and clips at https://www.youtube.com/@devildodger5347 • Rumble: Find our video content on Rumbleat https://rumble.com/user/devildodger

    56 min

  2. Jun 4

    "Why Can't We Just Be Kind? – The Rise of Weaponized Empathy"

    "Why can't we just be kind?" It sounds so innocent, but in today's culture, that question often feels less like a plea for compassion and more like a moral gun to the head. In this episode, we diagnose the rise of "weaponized empathy"—a counterfeit compassion that manipulates, divides, and exhausts our capacity for genuine care. We'll break down the five ways it's used against you, reveal its devastating real-world consequences, and then turn to the only coherent answer: Jesus Christ. Discover how the Gospel offers a fierce, costly love that integrates truth and compassion, freeing us to be salt and light in a dark and divided world.

    36 min

  3. May 20

    Your Algorithm Is Your Pastor: How the Feed Is Finishing What 'My Truth' Started

    It knows your preferences, finishes your sentences, and keeps you scrolling longer than you planned. But what if the thing that knows you best is actually discipling you into someone you don’t want to become? This week on Cross Culture Crisis, we diagnose the shift from "my truth" to the algorithm—a shepherd that never judges but never sacrifices. We explore why the digital feed feels so validating, why it’s ultimately a "hired hand" that harvests our engagement for profit, and how Jesus offers the only Shepherd who knows our name, not just our data. From the echo chamber to the raid group, we’re calling the Church back to embodied presence and the slow, unscalable work of real formation. In This Episode: The Steelman: Why the algorithm feels like a better friend than the church (and why that pain is real).The Critique: How optimization exploits our weaknesses and industrializes our fragmentation.The Gospel: Christ vs. The Code—why the cross is better than the mirror.The Exhortation: A call for pastors to stop competing with machines and start remembering people's pain.Scripture & Sources: Scripture: John 10:11-14; Ezekiel 34; 2 Timothy 4:3-4; Romans 12:2; Philippians 4:8; 2 Corinthians 10:5Influences: C.S. Lewis (The Abolition of Man), J.B. Phillips, Kenneth Boa & William Kruidenier

    24 min

  4. May 13

    The New American Idol: Authenticity Without Truth

    "This is my truth." It sounds so freeing—but what if the very thing promising liberation is actually keeping us enslaved? In this episode of Cross Culture Crisis, we diagnose the cultural idol of authenticity detached from objective reality. We steelman why "my truth" feels necessary, deconstruct why it collapses under its own weight, and show how Jesus doesn't offer principles—He offers Himself as the Truth that actually sets us free. Whether you're a Christian feeling the pressure or a skeptic genuinely asking questions, there's something better than slogans. Key scriptures: Romans 1:25; John 8:31–32; John 14:6; John 15:7–8 🎧 Listen in. The truth can handle your questions. Stay salty and lit.

    25 min

  5. Apr 29

    From Battlefields to the Cross: My Story of Grace, Brokenness, and Redemption

    This week on *Cross Culture Crisis* is different. Instead of breaking down culture, I’m sharing my personal testimony — the honest story of how God’s grace found me in the middle of 21 years in the Army, through seasons of brokenness, doubt, and searching, and ultimately led me to the foot of the cross and into ministry. From military life to launching the Cross Culture podcast, I talk openly about the prevenient grace that drew me, the justifying grace that saved me, and the sanctifying grace that continues to transform me. If you’ve ever wondered whether God can use someone with a messy past and real struggles, this episode is for you.---This title is personal, intriguing, and ties into your military background while pointing to the Gospel. The description is warm, inviting, and seeker-friendly while staying true to the podcast’s voice.

    30 min

  6. Apr 23

    Why Dating and Relationships Feel Broken — And What the Gospel Actually Offers

    Dating in 2026 feels exhausting. Between swipe fatigue, situationships, ghosting, and the pressure to keep our options open, we’re more connected than ever—and somehow more alone. In this episode of Cross Culture Crisis, we diagnose why modern dating isn't working. We look at the data behind the "dating recession," deconstruct the counterfeit gospels of autonomy (try-before-you-buy, self-fulfillment first), and explore how fatherlessness and shifting cultural roles have left us confused about covenant love. But the problem isn’t dating itself—it’s that we’ve been asking the wrong questions about what it’s actually for. Discover how the Gospel offers a better story: dating as rehearsal for covenant marriage, reflecting Christ's sacrificial love for His Church. Plus, practical steps using the "3-Question Filter" to help you date with intentionality starting today. 🔑 Key Scriptures Referenced:• Genesis 1:27–28 (Male and female created in God's image)• Genesis 2:24 (Leaving and cleaving; one flesh union)• Ephesians 5:25–32 (Marriage as a picture of Christ and the Church)• Colossians 3:18–19 (Mutual honor in marriage)• 1 Peter 3:1–7 (The grace-filled dance of mutual respect)• Titus 2:3–8 (Intergenerational mentoring and covenant roles) 📊 Sources & Data Cited:• Institute for Family Studies – 2025 National Dating Landscape Survey (31% active daters; 63% men under 30 single vs. 34% women; low approach confidence).• U.S. Census / Fatherhood Statistics – Roughly 1 in 4 U.S. children (approx. 18-19 million) grow up in father-absent homes.• Pew Research Center, 2023 – Approx. one-third of U.S. adults have used dating apps; usage is heaviest among ages 18–34. 🎯 This Week's Action Step:Try the 3-Question Filter: Can I see myself in covenant with this person?Is this drawing me closer to Christ or pulling me away?Am I willing to invite community accountability into this?Join the conversation in our Facebook group or Discord! We're walking through the crisis together toward the cross. #CrossCultureCrisis #ChristianDating #Relationships #GospelAndCulture #WesleyanHoliness

    33 min

  7. Apr 15

    Man in a Box: Unmasking ‘Toxic Masculinity’ and Rediscovering Godly Manhood

    In a culture swinging between shaming men and glorifying dominance, what does it actually mean to be a man? We examine the real struggles facing young men —falling behind in education, tragically high suicide rates, and the pull of online extremes — then turn to Scripture for a better way. Through a biblical lens, we diagnose the brokenness on both sides of the debate and present a vision of manhood that is strong yet gentle, responsible yet humble, and rooted in the sacrificial love of Christ. If you’re tired of the culture war shouting match and longing for a vision of manhood that actually leads to flourishing — for men, women, and families— this episode is for you. Take one practical step this week toward Christlike manhood — or supporting it in the men around YOU. #BiblicalManhood #ChristianPodcast #CrossCultureCrisis Sources & Scriptures Referenced: CDC National Vital Statistics System (2023 data on suicide rates)National Student Clearinghouse Research Center (undergraduate enrollment trends)Oregon State University research on masculine norms (Steven Sanders, 2024–2026)Genesis 3; Ephesians 5:25–28; 1 Corinthians 16:13–14; 1 Corinthians 13:4–8; 1 Timothy 3:4–5; 2 Thessalonians 3:10; Ephesians 6:10–18

    30 min

  8. Apr 8

    The Cross and the Crowd: A Good Friday Service

    On this Good Friday, we pause the headlines and turn our full attention to the cross. In a world still echoing with the anger and cries of “No Kings” protests, we walk through the final hours of Jesus’ life — from the Garden of Gethsemane, through the trial before Pilate, to the hill called Golgotha where the true King was crucified. This special episode is our full Good Friday service: raw, reverent, and unhurried. We don’t soften the suffering. We don’t rush past the darkness. But we also don’t leave the cross without hearing the words “It is finished” and the quiet hope that follows. Whether you’re a longtime believer wrestling with doubt, a seeker trying to understand why the cross matters, or simply someone who needs to sit in the weight of what Jesus did, you are welcome here. This isn’t just a story from 2,000 years ago. It’s the answer to every kingdom we try to build without Him.

    34 min
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"Welcome to Cross Culture Crisis—the podcast where we cut through the chaos of current events, politics, and culture with the sharp edge of a biblical worldview. Here, we don’t just react to the headlines; we interrogate them through the lens of Scripture, asking: What does this say about the human heart? How do we navigate this toxic climate as followers of Christ? And above all, how do we reconcile the boiling cultural temperature to the cool, unchanging truth of the Cross—the Gospel that redeems what’s broken and calls us to a better way?

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