The Issues Podcast
Proverbs 4:23 says, ”Keep thy heart with all diligence; for out of it are the issues of life.” Welcome to the “Issues Podcast” (formerly the Dear Church Podcast), where pastors Tom Brennan, Martin Wickens and Stephen Russ get to the heart of the real issues. These pastors hope to stir your heart and challenge your thinking on key issues within the Independent, Fundamental Baptist movement. Are you ready to deal with your issues?
Episodes
![[Archived Dear Church] Episode #25 – Dating](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog12467844/DCP_Logo01_hcd24x_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
[Archived Dear Church] Episode #25 – Dating
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
Tuesday Apr 19, 2022
In this episode, the DCP attempts a conversation on the controversial topic of "dating," and how that process unfolds for a Christian young adult.
![[Archived Dear Church] Episode #24 – DCP LIVE, April 11, 2022](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog12467844/DCP_Logo01_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
[Archived Dear Church] Episode #24 – DCP LIVE, April 11, 2022
Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
We went LIVE on Facebook to give an update on our weekend, share some feedback and fan mail, and to discuss the important topic of social media. Check it all out in this episode!
![[Archived Dear Church] Episode #23 – Masculinity](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog12467844/DCP_Logo01_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Apr 05, 2022
[Archived Dear Church] Episode #23 – Masculinity
Tuesday Apr 05, 2022
Tuesday Apr 05, 2022
"Masculinity" has become a word associated with bad behavior and toxicity, but is that how we should view this controversial topic? Today's episode explores biblical masculinity and how it differs from stereotypes and negative labels.
![[Archived Dear Church] Episode #22 - Discipleship](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog12467844/DCP_Logo01_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
[Archived Dear Church] Episode #22 - Discipleship
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
Tuesday Mar 29, 2022
What is discipleship? How can a church, a christian or a pastor fulfill the mandate of discipleship in addition to fulfilling their role in evangelism? Enjoy this edifying conversation as the hosts of the DCP discuss the importance of fostering a "discipleship culture" in the local church.
![[Archived Dear Church] Episode #21 - Preaching](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog12467844/DCP_Logo01_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Mar 22, 2022
[Archived Dear Church] Episode #21 - Preaching
Tuesday Mar 22, 2022
Tuesday Mar 22, 2022
The DCP guys share their position on bad sermon clips, expository preaching, and more! This conversation attempts to feature each host's perspective and position on the most important aspects of biblical preaching.
![[Archived Dear Church] Episode #20 – Responding to Abuse, Pt. 2](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog12467844/DCP_Logo01_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
[Archived Dear Church] Episode #20 – Responding to Abuse, Pt. 2
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
Tuesday Mar 08, 2022
This episode is our second shot at tackling the subject of "Church Abuse." In this episode, we spend time discussing how to help the abused, deconstructing, and other topics surrounding the issue of abuse.
![[Archived Dear Church] Episode #19 – You and Your Pastor](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog12467844/DCP_Logo01_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
[Archived Dear Church] Episode #19 – You and Your Pastor
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
Tuesday Mar 01, 2022
What do you think of when you think about your pastor? Is he someone you serve with or someone you view as being on a power trip? In this episode, we discuss Christian/pastor relationships. Note: Please forgive us for the poor quality of audio on "The Boy's" mic. It will be resolved in future episodes!
![[Archived Dear Church] Episode #18 – DCP Live, February 21, 2022](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog12467844/DCP_Logo01_300x300.jpg)
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
[Archived Dear Church] Episode #18 – DCP Live, February 21, 2022
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
Tuesday Feb 22, 2022
This episode was recorded LIVE on February 21, 2022! – Weekend Ministry Recap– Feedback and Fan Mail– Topic: Joy in Serving Jesus!