Is anything biblically wrong with enjoying secular music … for the glory of God? Perhaps you're a (closet) secular music junkie drumming to The Who, but it’s all King’s College and Sandra McCracken on Sunday mornings. Certainly we know there’s a line, but it can be hard discerning when we’ve crossed it and started abusing our Christian liberty. Besides, some ... Show More
Jan 14
AI: Should We Be Concerned?
Carl and Todd sit down with Devan Patel to discuss the hot topic of artificial intelligence. A legal and political strategist in Washington, D.C., an adjunct professor of law at Notre Dame Law School, and the senior advisor of public policy and ethics at the American Security Fun ... Show More
29m 22s
Jun 2025
Work & Grace: The Spiritual Music of John Coltrane (Open Forum)
<p>What can the music of John Coltrane tell us about the relationship of art to God, and of our own work in general to God?</p>
<p>We can all learn quite a lot from Coltrane, actually. And what we can see in his approach to his music applies not just to musicians and artists, bu ... Show More
54m 6s
Feb 2025
Carrying the Torch of Faith Through Music with the Van Zant Brothers and Alexandra Osteen
This week, we’ll hear from Johnny and Donnie Van Zant, brothers who share a rich legacy rooted in music, faith, and resilience. Renowned for their roles in the iconic bands Lynyrd Skynyrd and .38 Special, the Van Zant brothers reflect on their humble beginnings shaped by family a ... Show More
22m 32s
Jun 2021
Unlearning Inherited But Unbiblical Theology
<p>Today’s conversation on Back Porch Theology is part two with my dear friend, Kristi McClelland, because she’s kind of like a hot Krispy Kreme donut, one simply isn’t enough! Kristi’s a best-selling Bible teacher, author, and college professor – but I think the most fitting des ... Show More
49m 2s