Rebuild

Michael Belch
  • 5.0 (6)
  • Christianity
  • Updated Semiweekly

Welcome to Rebuild. Here we explore the pillars that hold up the foundation of Christianity and western civilization. We examine where and how these pillars are crumbling, and we suggest ways that we can rebuild them. We release two episodes per week. The first is an interview with a guest who answers questions about a particular pillar of society. The second episode is a reaction to the interview where Michael and Bradley tease out implications and offer commentary.

  1. Christian: Love your home and your nation

    11/30/2023

    Christian: Love your home and your nation

    This episode examines C.S. Lewis' argument in "Men Without Chests" where Lewis argues that men who do properly love things cannot appreciate them or know their proper use and function. From there it examines how Christians, because of the gospel, must love their nation and their homes.

    21 min
  2. Christians must be the ones to exercise civil authority

    11/23/2023

    Christians must be the ones to exercise civil authority

    SUMMARY: This episode argues that because the civil magistrate is God's deacon to help accomplish one of the two primary purposes for mankind, Christians should pursue civil office and willingly wield its power to lead their nation in righteous and effective ways. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: "Music by Kabbalistic Village" - ⁠kabbalisticvillage.com/

    15 min
  3. The public square is not neutral: Christians are supposed to conquer it

    11/16/2023

    The public square is not neutral: Christians are supposed to conquer it

    This episode rejects the claim that the public square it neutral. It argues that Christians ought to vigorously enter the public square and destroy all evil and foolish ideas that set themselves up against the knowledge of God.

    26 min
  4. The Great Commission call Christians to conquer and rebuild Culture

    11/03/2023

    The Great Commission call Christians to conquer and rebuild Culture

    This episode starts with a tweet from Scott Aniol about what the gospel should do to culture. We disagree with the tweet and explain that God actually calls Christians to build culture because of the great commission. Last, we conclude that God wants us to bring all areas, including sexuality, under submission to Christ.

    27 min
  5. Christianize Everything: Thoughts on Christian political action

    10/27/2023

    Christianize Everything: Thoughts on Christian political action

    This episode explores how Christians should think about nations and political involvement. We consider how Psal 144:15 applies to current political questions. Questions this episode considers: Is it good for Christians to 'bring Christianity into the public square'? What does it mean to christianize a nation?

    18 min

  6. 08/15/2022

    ep. 113 - A Christian view of history: Tell the truth and live free (with Jon Harris)

    SUMMARY: In this episode we talk with Jon Harris about how Christians should view and study history. We explore how conservatives should defend against the left without compromising the truths of history. We also talk about the idea that our assumptions about the future dictate what we will find in the past. Jon clarifies some false assumptions on our part and offers hope to people who have been told that they must feel guilt over sins of past generations. GUEST INFORMATION: Jon is a committed Christian and enjoys outdoor sports and music. He repented of his sins and put his trust in the grace of Jesus Christ for full and immediate forgiveness as a child. When he’s not hiking or playing guitar, Jon writes about political and theological issues confronting the church. He has an MDiv from Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and an M.A. in History from Liberty University. He was interested in political theory from a young age but sensed a stronger desire for ministry. During his college years Jon worked in campus ministry and also served as a minister of music at his church. Jon’s Podcast: Conversations that Matter Jon’s Website: Worldview Conversations Documentary Work: Last Stand Studios QUESTIONS THIS EPISODE ASKS: In his lectures on American history, Steve Wilkins says that secular scholars cannot study history accurately because when they come across figures and events that display the glory and truthfulness of God, they suppress that truth. David and Tim Barton call God’s hand in history “the golden thread” in their book “The American Story, The Beginnings”.  Could you talk about 1 or 2 “golden thread” moments that stand out to you? How can we tell the truth about history without giving up ground to the left and progressive Christians? What role does history play in the command to honor our father and mother? What is something practical that Christians can do in order to understand and teach history in a more ‘Christian’ way? Should Christians feel guilt for past sins committed by previous generations? RECOMMENDED RESOURCES FOR FURTHER INTEREST: https://www.brionmcclanahan.com https://mcclanahanacademy.com ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: "Music by Kabbalistic Village" - kabbalisticvillage.com/

    1h 10m
  7. Responsibility Isn't Enough: What Jordan Peterson and Dave Rubin got wrong (Bricks series)

    08/11/2022

    Responsibility Isn't Enough: What Jordan Peterson and Dave Rubin got wrong (Bricks series)

    SUMMARY In this Rebuild Brick we talk about why being responsible for the sake of responsibility is not enough. We must submit ourselves to Christ, not simply an altruistic and self-improving vision of responsibility.  LINKS TO THE VIDEOS REFERENCED: https://youtu.be/75uuWtRrnJI https://youtu.be/1biDxaT0ED4 https://youtu.be/Mwxd968IteQ

    19 min
  8. ep. 112B - A change of mindset about business: quit gathering and start building (followup to Eric Bell)

    08/10/2022

    ep. 112B - A change of mindset about business: quit gathering and start building (followup to Eric Bell)

    SUMMARY: This is our follow-up discussion from our interview with Eric Bell. We discuss the idea that Christians can build the kingdom of God by building business and culture. Churches and Christians need to take this seriously by promoting and funding businesses that honor God. We also need to change the way we think about money from a frugal mindset to a building mindset.. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: The King’s Hall: Wealth, Money, Space GUEST INFORMATION: Eric's career spans almost 20 years in sales and management. He has held roles such as sales rep, sales trainer, regional manager, area director of sales, and strategic account manager. He started off working for GANZ USA, a giftware company based out of Atlanta GA.  After ten successful years there, He transitioned to working for a Medical Device company named Stryker in 2012 as a Patient Care Account Manager.  In 2016, Eric was promoted to Northwest Regional Manager, and developed key IDN relationships, and built a team of sales people to cover 5 states. OUTLINE OF OUR DISCUSSION INTRO:  What are we striving for? - avoid fatalism Can Christians stay in businesses that embrace ungodly philosophies? How can Christians prioritize and help start Christian businesses? We need to change our mindset from frugality to building. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS: "Music by Kabbalistic Village" - kabbalisticvillage.com/

    50 min
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Welcome to Rebuild. Here we explore the pillars that hold up the foundation of Christianity and western civilization. We examine where and how these pillars are crumbling, and we suggest ways that we can rebuild them. We release two episodes per week. The first is an interview with a guest who answers questions about a particular pillar of society. The second episode is a reaction to the interview where Michael and Bradley tease out implications and offer commentary.

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  • Creator
    Michael Belch
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2023
  • Episodes
    39
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Michael Belch
  • Show Website
    Rebuild