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"Pastors and Social Media: How Social Media Impacts Pastoral Duties" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/pastors-and-social-media-how-social-media-impacts-pastoral-duties\/#arve-youtube-06ieemgnzsc65fa06fd3687f573483484","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/06ieemgnzSc?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"My Pastor is Hooked on Social Media","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/STP-S25-EP04-Balancing-Pastoral-Responsibility-The-Impact-of-Social-Media-on-Church-Focus.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-07-27","description":"My Pastor is Hooked on Social Media"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related MessagesFollowing are sermons by Dr. Caldwell from the Scriptures that speak to the high calling of the Pastor Shepherd:Shepherds That Preach - Part 1 & 2The Lord and Our Tongue - Part 1Four Responsibilities for a Faithful Shepherd - Pts. 1,2, & 3Discernment for Chaotic Times - Parts 1 & 2The Requirement of HumilityThe Life of True HumilityThe Love of a ShepherdThe Fidelity to Truth in Our Field of MinistryAn Exhortation for EldersThe Life of Servants of God - Part 1 & 2The Mindset & Manner of God's ServantHumble Servants "My Pastor is Hooked on Social Media" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/pastors-and-social-media-how-social-media-impacts-pastoral-duties\/#arve-vimeo-84540700165fa06fd3749d533981125","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/845407001?dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"My Pastor is Hooked on Social Media","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/STP-S25-EP04-Balancing-Pastoral-Responsibility-The-Impact-of-Social-Media-on-Church-Focus.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-07-27","description":"My Pastor is Hooked on Social Media"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify My Pastor is Hooked on Social MediaThis week on the Straight Truth Podcast, Dr. Josh Philpot and Dr. Richard Caldwell sit down and talk about the responsibilities of pastors and what seems to be a lack of focus by many pastors today due to the increasing presence many of them have on social media. Around the country, many pastors are found sounding off on all kinds of issues related to something happening in the media, politics, a new hashtag on Twitter, or even about things going on in other countries. Dr. Philpot asks Dr. Caldwell to what degree should a pastor, or even a ministry leader, be commenting on these kinds of things. At what point can this be considered excessive and potentially distracting from his ministry and his responsibility to his local church? Does a pastor even bear a responsibility to speak out about some of these things happening in the culture? Can they speak out about things happening within their denomination and maybe even about things within the church at large? Can this manner of constant commenting and sharing of viewpoints and opinions affect that pastor in more ways than just distraction from his primary calling? What kind of impact might it have on his congregation?Dr. Caldwell does not see these as easy-to-answer questions with strict yes or no’s,

"Denominational Cooperation A Hard Look at the Southern Baptist Convention" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/denominational-cooperation-a-hard-look-at-the-southern-baptist-convention\/#arve-youtube-kotxnsh7uxo65fa06fd3c582054537851","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/kOtxNSH7Uxo?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Denominational Cooperation A Hard Look at the Southern Baptist Convention","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/STP-S25-EP03-Denominational-Cooperation-A-Critical-Look-at-the-Southern-Baptist-Convention.png","uploadDate":"2023-07-20","description":"Denominational Cooperation A Hard Look at the Southern Baptist Convention"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related Messages If you are interested in gaining a broader, more informed perspective on these issues, consider listening to the following sermons that will help you think through the three tiers of doctrine and theology mentioned in the podcast today: Reasons For Male Leadership Qualifications for Elders - 6 Sermons 2018 Encountering God's Word The Sufficiency of Scripture (Session 1) God's Holy Word The Challenge to Persevere The First Witnesses The Gospel of Jesus Christ Preaching The Unvarnished Gospel The Testimony of Christ's Burial The Most Amazing Day The Purity of The Gospel By Grace Through Faith - Parts 1 & 2 God's Workmanship Biblical Separation - Parts 1 & 2 Four Responsibilities For A Faithful Shepherd - Part 1 "Denominational Cooperation A Hard Look at the Southern Baptist Convention" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/denominational-cooperation-a-hard-look-at-the-southern-baptist-convention\/#arve-vimeo-84435199265fa06fd3d1f7645545116","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/844351992?dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Denominational Cooperation A Hard Look at the Southern Baptist Convention","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/STP-S25-EP03-Denominational-Cooperation-A-Critical-Look-at-the-Southern-Baptist-Convention.png","uploadDate":"2023-07-20","description":"Denominational Cooperation A Hard Look at the Southern Baptist Convention"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Denominational Cooperation A Hard Look at the Southern Baptist Convention On this episode of the Straight Truth Podcast, Dr. Josh Philpot has some crucial questions for Dr. Richard Caldwell about churches being part of the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC). Dr. Philpot mentions that he understands when the SBC first started, it began with a desire, having as its central mission, of pooling money together and sending missionaries out into the world to preach the gospel. The SBC website tells us that it is a collection of like-minded chu...

"Celebrating Pastor Richard Caldwell's 25 Years of Service at Founders Baptist Church" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/celebrating-pastor-richard-caldwells-25-years-of-service-at-founders-baptist-church\/#arve-youtube-d_ztpek4rtm65fa06fd42580470364256","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/d_ZTPek4RtM?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Celebrating Pastor Richard Caldwell's 25 Years of Service at Founders Baptist Church","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/STP-S25-EP01-Celebrating-Pastor-Richard-Caldwells-25-Years-Service-at-Founders-Baptist-Church.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-07-13","description":"Celebrating Pastor Richard Caldwell's 25 Years of Service at Founders Baptist Church"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related MessagesIn addition to having Dr. Caldwell share some of his 40-year journey on the podcast, we have included a link for the evening of celebration that we recently held in his honor.Pastor Richard Caldwell's 25th Anniversary Service "Celebrating Pastor Richard Caldwell's 25 Years of Service at Founders Baptist Church" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/celebrating-pastor-richard-caldwells-25-years-of-service-at-founders-baptist-church\/#arve-vimeo-84325406165fa06fd431a2549589966","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/843254061?dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Celebrating Pastor Richard Caldwell's 25 Years of Service at Founders Baptist Church","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/07\/STP-S25-EP01-Celebrating-Pastor-Richard-Caldwells-25-Years-Service-at-Founders-Baptist-Church.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-07-13","description":"Celebrating Pastor Richard Caldwell's 25 Years of Service at Founders Baptist Church"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Celebrating Pastor Richard Caldwell's 25 Years of Service at Founders Baptist ChurchThis week on the Straight Truth Podcast, Dr. Josh Philpot sits down with Dr. Richard Caldwell to discuss three significant events transpiring in 2023 for Dr. Caldwell. This year Pastor Caldwell celebrates 40 years of marriage to his wife Jacque; he celebrates 40 years in ministry and 25 years serving as our Pastor/Teacher here at Founders Baptist Church in Spring, Texas. Dr. Philpot asks Dr. Caldwell to reflect on these things and for him to share what it’s been like over these past 40 years. Join us as Dr. Caldwell thinks back through these 40 years and shares what it was like to get married and enter ministry young, sharing where he has been and served over the years and how the Lord has blessed him, his family, and the ministry work in ways that he could never have imagined.Pastor Richard faithfully serves as a leader, mentor, and true under-shepherd of the flock God has given him. His devotion and steadfastness in preaching and teaching the word of God have been instrumental in the spiritual growth and well-being of our church community. His unwavering commitment to God's word, clarity in preaching, and discernment have influenced and shaped lives. From fostering a sense of community to guiding us through the trials and tribul...

"Two Judgments: The Fate of Believers and Unbelievers Before God" | Watch This Episode on YouTube ARVE Error: No attachment with that ID {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/two-judgments-the-fate-of-believers-and-unbelievers-before-god\/#arve-youtube-etw2ztvysdm65fa06fd4860e945915479","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/etw2zTvySdM?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Two Judgments: The Fate of Believers and Unbelievers Before God","uploadDate":"2023-07-06","description":"Two Judgments: The Fate of Believers and Unbelievers Before God"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related MessagesOther questions answered in the podcast today deal with degrees of rewards and punishments in our respective judgments. If you would like to learn more about the things discussed in this episode, consider listening to the following sermons by Dr. Caldwell delivered to the congregation at Founders Baptist Church:Letting Judgement Guide Our LoveThe Last JudgmentThe Seriousness of EasterThe Great Day of JudgmentThe Believer's Relationship to TimeA Mature View of the MinistryPressing Gospel Claims Upon MenNo Fear of Judgment "Two Judgments: The Fate of Believers and Unbelievers Before God" | Watch this episode on Vimeo ARVE Error: No attachment with that ID {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/two-judgments-the-fate-of-believers-and-unbelievers-before-god\/#arve-vimeo-83167000965fa06fd4930a907499826","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/831670009?dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Two Judgments: The Fate of Believers and Unbelievers Before God","uploadDate":"2023-07-06","description":"Two Judgments: The Fate of Believers and Unbelievers Before God"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Two Judgments: The Fate of Believers and Unbelievers Before GodThis week on the Straight Truth Podcast, Dr. Josh Philpot brings a couple of texts to Dr. Richard Caldwell's attention that indicates that believers will also have to stand before the judgment seat or throne of God and give an account. These texts come from 2 Corinthians 5 and Romans 14. If we're forgiven in Christ, and we’ve been washed, sanctified, and justified in God’s sight, having been clothed with the righteousness of Christ, what is this accounting? Weren’t all of our sins: past, present, and future, laid upon Christ at the cross as He bore our judgment in His body? Do we still have to account for our sins even if we’re forgiven? Will believers and unbelievers both have to stand together before the Lord?Dr. Caldwell says that there are two judgments we read about in the New Testament. There is a judgment of unbelievers at the Great White Throne spoken of in Revelation and another of believers at the Bema Seat of Christ, to which 2 Corinthians 5 and Romans 14 refer. Unbelievers will be judged regarding their sins. Their sin debt is still there before God, and without Christ, it will result in their damnation. Believers will not be judged for their sins. Our sins were judged on the tree, in Christ’s own body, and paid for in full. But we will be judged regarding our works in every realm of life. We will be judged by what passes the test of Ch...

"Should Christians Boycott Businesses and Organizations That Promote Pride Month?" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/should-christians-boycott-businesses-and-organizations-that-promote-pride-month\/#arve-youtube-asx7-vrvchu65fa06fd4def4332764033","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/ASx7-VRVChU?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Should Christians Boycott Businesses and Organizations That Promote Pride Month?","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/STP-S25-EP05-Navigating-Pride-Month-as-a-Christian.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-06-29","description":"Should Christians Boycott Businesses and Organizations That Promote Pride Month?"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related Messages If you’d like to learn more about what the Bible has to say about the things discussed in this episode, consider listening to the following sermons, exposited by Dr. Caldwell: Children of the Light - Part 2 Children of the Light - Part 3 One Ambition: To Please Christ Walking in Wisdom - Parts 1 & 2 Discernment for Chaotic Times - Parts 1 & 2 "Should Christians Boycott Businesses and Organizations That Promote Pride Month?" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/should-christians-boycott-businesses-and-organizations-that-promote-pride-month\/#arve-vimeo-83981352165fa06fd4ea10991558670","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/839813521?dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Should Christians Boycott Businesses and Organizations That Promote Pride Month?","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/STP-S25-EP05-Navigating-Pride-Month-as-a-Christian.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-06-29","description":"Should Christians Boycott Businesses and Organizations That Promote Pride Month?"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Should Christians Boycott Businesses and Organizations That Promote Pride Month? During June in the United States, there is an ongoing month-long celebration known as Pride Month. This means that wherever you turn, it's highly likely that you'll be inundated with LGBTQ+ pride flags, in-your-face advertisements, pride paraphernalia, special events, and even pride parades. As Christians watch these things going on, we see more and more businesses and organizations endorsing and supporting these ideologies that are contradictory to our beliefs. The Bible gives us clear instructions on how to respond to the wrong thinking, understanding, and living choices of those who are caught up and believe these things. But where do we draw the line on things we engage with, like places we go, stores where we shop, programs and shows we watch, etc.? What is the best way to navigate our way through them? Join Dr. Richard Caldwell and host Dr. Josh Philpott on this episode of the Straight Truth Podcast as they delve into some of the complexities believers face in this rapidly morally declining society.

"Does Proper Parenting Guarantee Godly Children?" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/does-proper-parenting-guarantee-godly-children\/#arve-youtube-nzxie7bbynk65fa06fd538ef104345625","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/nzXie7Bbynk?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Does Proper Parenting Guarantee Godly Children?","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/STP-S24-EP09-Does-Proper-Parenting-Guarantee-Godly-Children.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-06-22","description":"Does Proper Parenting Guarantee Godly Children?"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related MessagesWould you like to hear more about the things discussed today? Consider listening to the following sermons exposited from God’s Word by Dr. Caldwell:  The Elder's Home - Part 2A Well Managed HomeThe Wrong Answer for Your Child's Greatest NeedChristian Parenting "Does Proper Parenting Guarantee Godly Children?" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/does-proper-parenting-guarantee-godly-children\/#arve-vimeo-82958447065fa06fd54865385804318","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/829584470?dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Does Proper Parenting Guarantee Godly Children?","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/STP-S24-EP09-Does-Proper-Parenting-Guarantee-Godly-Children.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-06-22","description":"Does Proper Parenting Guarantee Godly Children?"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Does Proper Parenting Guarantee Godly Children?In Titus 1, Paul writes to Titus directing Titus to appoint elders in every town. In Titus 1:6, some of the qualifications appear confusing. We find similar instructions in 1 Timothy 3, yet, there seem to be some differences in the wording. In Titus 1:6, Paul writes that the qualifications for an elder include that the man must be the husband of one wife and that his children are believers or are believing. If this is the case, should a pastor/elder continue in ministry if one of his children proves to be an unbeliever? How can this be? Are parents actually responsible for the salvation of their children? Is this what Proverbs 22:6 teaches when it tells us to train up a child in the way he should go, and even when he is old, he will not depart from it? Does proper parenting guarantee godly children? These questions and more will be answered on this episode of the Straight Truth Podcast this week as Dr. Josh Philpot and Dr. Richard Caldwell sit down to discuss and provide clarity and insight on these texts. Dr. Caldwell tells us that he understands Titus 1:6 not to refer to the idea that the children of the man are to be saved but to be faithful children. In fact, it can be and has been translated that way in other translations, including the Legacy Standard Bible from which he reads. So faithful, not in the sense of being saved, but in the sense that the man manages his household well, not having children who are unruly, rebellious, wild, and disobedient. Having a disordered home where a child or children who cause their parents trouble this way inhibits the man from being qualified/fit fo...

"Choosing Joy – A Biblical Perspective on Happiness and Suffering" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/choosing-joy-a-biblical-perspective-on-happiness-and-suffering\/#arve-youtube-coafxvlnrhq65fa06fd5bc3e630644286","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/COaFxVLnrHQ?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Choosing Joy \u2013 A Biblical Perspective on Happiness and Suffering","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/STP-S24-EP08-Choosing-Joy-A-Biblical-Perspective-on-Happiness-and-Suffering.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-06-15","description":"Choosing Joy \u2013 A Biblical Perspective on Happiness and Suffering"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related Messages If you are interested in learning more about how to apply God’s truths to the challenging and difficult circumstances of your life to live a more joy-filled life despite them, consider listening to the following sermons delivered by Dr. Caldwell: The Joy of Salvation Joy in Our Sufferings Truths for Christian Joy The Life of Abounding Hope Trials Are the Way to Joy Facing Our Fear With Faith When It Seems God Isn't Listening The Lord is My Shepherd - Part 3 The Lord is My Shepherd - Part 4 "Choosing Joy – A Biblical Perspective on Happiness and Suffering" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/choosing-joy-a-biblical-perspective-on-happiness-and-suffering\/#arve-vimeo-82921151865fa06fd5ce14408738074","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/829211518?dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Choosing Joy \u2013 A Biblical Perspective on Happiness and Suffering","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/STP-S24-EP08-Choosing-Joy-A-Biblical-Perspective-on-Happiness-and-Suffering.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-06-15","description":"Choosing Joy \u2013 A Biblical Perspective on Happiness and Suffering"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Choosing Joy – A Biblical Perspective on Happiness and Suffering As people who live in a fallen world and fallen bodies, even if we are saved, we can find ourselves facing discouragement, feeling despondent, and even depressed from time to time. When we think of Romans 8:28, which often gets thrown around when a challenging difficulty comes to our lives, how can we understand how it applies to us? Doesn’t God want us to be happy and to thrive? How can Christians think biblically through these things as part of God’s overall plan? What can we do when these feelings and emotions run amuck in us? Is there a way to deal with them that honors and glorifies God while we struggle through them? Join us on the Straight Truth Podcast this week as Dr. Josh Philpot presents Dr. Richard Caldwell with these questions, seeking biblical answers to help us understand these sometimes intense and challenging feelings and emotions.

"Navigating Parental Divorce: Guidance for Adult Children" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/biblical-guidance-parental-divorce\/#arve-youtube-4uzdyrj6ajc65fa06fd6510b288561946","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/4uZDyrj6Ajc?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Navigating Parental Divorce: Guidance for Adult Children","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/STP-S24-EP07-Navigating-my-parents-divorce.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-06-01","description":"Navigating Parental Divorce: Guidance for Adult Children"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related Messages Consider listening to the following sermons exposited from the Scriptures that will help to further inform and guide you in your conversations on these issues: The First Attack On God's Design The Anchor for the Christian Family Generational Instruction Foundational Matters for Healthy Marriages The Love that Endures - Parts 1 & 2 The Correction of God's Children - Pts. 1, 2, & 3 "Navigating Parental Divorce: Guidance for Adult Children" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/biblical-guidance-parental-divorce\/#arve-vimeo-82840970665fa06fd6628d287498000","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/828409706?dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Navigating Parental Divorce: Guidance for Adult Children","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/STP-S24-EP07-Navigating-my-parents-divorce.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-06-08","description":"Navigating Parental Divorce: Guidance for Adult Children"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Navigating Parental Divorce: Guidance for Adult Children This week on the Straight Truth Podcast, we have someone who asks what can an adult child do when their parents are going through marital difficulties and are possibly pursuing a divorce. How can adult children of professing Christian parents speak into their lives as they see these things taking place? Can children go to their parents and bring the Scriptures to bear upon their quarrels and troubles, imploring them to hear and obey? Can we involve others in our desire to see our parents remain married? What can we say and do as we seek to honor and respect our parents in their roles while yet pointing out the error of their ways? Join us to hear this conversation as Dr. Josh Philpot and Dr. Richard Caldwell aim to give biblical advice for how adult children can respectfully speak and appeal to their parents when they see that relationship breaking apart, along with suggesting other possible avenues of calling them to reconcile.   The Lord hates divorce. This is factually clear from Malachi 2:16, when God says, ‘For I hate divorce.’. In Matthew 19, we read of the Pharisees coming to Jesus with questions about divorce. Instead of answering their question about divorce, He first reminds them of the permanence of marriage t...

"Biblical Family Planning" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/biblical-family-planning\/#arve-youtube-am9rdysfatm65fa06fd6d2d3610330383","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/am9rdYSfAtM?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Biblical Family Planning","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/STP-S24-EP05-Christian-Family-Planning.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-06-01","description":"Biblical Family Planning"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related Messages Dr. Caldwell has delivered many sermons on marriage, parenting, raising children, and the importance of the Godly instruction we need for each area of our lives. Following are a few of those sermons that can assist in helping you think biblically about these things: The First Attack on God's Design The Anchor for the Christian Family Generational Instruction Foundational Matters for Healthy Marriages The Simplicity of Saving Faith Joyful Parenting The Love that Endures - Parts 1 & 2 "Biblical Family Planning" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/biblical-family-planning\/#arve-vimeo-82599789165fa06fd6e3f3762808700","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/825997891?h=a58bf6ae67&dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Biblical Family Planning","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/STP-S24-EP05-Christian-Family-Planning.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-06-01","description":"Biblical Family Planning"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Biblical Family Planning In Genesis 1:28, God commands Adam and Eve to "Be fruitful and multiply", and we see this commandment repeated after the flood to Noah and his sons. So first, Christians need to see that God intends for children to be produced from the union of a husband and wife. Second, Scripture makes it clear that children are a heritage from the Lord and that the fruit of the womb is a reward (Psalm 127:3–4). Throughout the Bible, God is clear about the value of children, so children should be highly valued and seen as gifts. But when it comes to when we should have children, how many, and how far apart they should be, the Bible is silent. How should a young married couple think about these things? Can a married couple plan and act according to their desires regarding procreation? Is God opposed to Christians making plans for their family, even those that might limit the number of children they have? What principles can husbands and wives draw from the Scriptures that will help them navigate the issues of family planning? Join us on the Straight Truth Podcast this week as Dr. Josh Philpot asks Dr. Richard Caldwell to share some biblical advice and wisdom for Christians planning a family.   Dr. Caldwell believes that any time we walk into an area that the Bible doesn’t give us a lot of specific information about,

"Deciphering Biblical Traditions: Apostle Paul's Teachings, Church Authority, and the Role of Scripture" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/deciphering-biblical-traditions-apostle-pauls-teachings-church-authority-and-the-role-of-scripture\/#arve-youtube-yrtb7lf4lpa65fa06fd74c9c359213688","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/yrtb7LF4LPA?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Deciphering Biblical Traditions: Apostle Paul's Teachings, Church Authority, and the Role of Scripture","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/STP-S24-EP05-The-Role-of-Traditions-in-Christianity.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-05-25","description":"Deciphering Biblical Traditions: Apostle Paul's Teachings, Church Authority, and the Role of Scripture"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related MessagesIf you would like to hear about these things from the Scriptures, consider listening to the following sermons exposited from the Word of God by Dr. Caldwell:A Powerful ChurchA Final Word on the Ministry - Part 1A Final Word on the Ministry - Part 3Change of PlansThe Ministers of the Word in the Life of the ChurchSpiritual Slave TradersTraditions or Commandments?Silencing Truth to Uphold Traditions "Deciphering Biblical Traditions: Apostle Paul's Teachings, Church Authority, and the Role of Scripture" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/deciphering-biblical-traditions-apostle-pauls-teachings-church-authority-and-the-role-of-scripture\/#arve-vimeo-82352933065fa06fd757b7452900906","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/823529330?h=2e1a1277ec&dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Deciphering Biblical Traditions: Apostle Paul's Teachings, Church Authority, and the Role of Scripture","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/STP-S24-EP04-Love-Over-Differences.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-05-25","description":"Deciphering Biblical Traditions: Apostle Paul's Teachings, Church Authority, and the Role of Scripture"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Deciphering Biblical Traditions: Apostle Paul's Teachings, Church Authority, and the Role of ScriptureIn 2 Thessalonians 2:15, the Apostle Paul, writing to the church in Thessalonica, tells the brothers to stand firm and hold to the traditions they were taught, whether by word of mouth or by letter from us (us, being Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy). What exactly are these traditions that Paul speaks of here? How can we know these traditions the Thessalonians were taught since Paul doesn’t speak of them here? Do these traditions pertain to teachings and practices outside the Bible? Join us and listen to the Straight Truth Podcast this week as Dr. Josh Philpot asks Dr. Richard Caldwell to explain what these traditions are that the Apostle Paul refers to. Dr. Caldwell says he understands Paul's reference to traditions to be synonymous with teaching. It’s teaching the Word of God and applying the Word of God. Important to remember is that when Paul is teaching these New Testament churches, it’s a unique time in history. The New Testament has not been inscripturated; it’s not yet complete.

"Disagreeing with Other Christians" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/disagreeing-with-other-christians\/#arve-youtube-erfm-95qdm865fa06fd79c53502593759","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/erFM-95qdm8?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Disagreeing with Other Christians","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/STP-S24-EP04-Love-Over-Differences.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-05-18","description":"Disagreeing with Other Christians"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related MessagesThe following sermons will help us to think further through our approaches to the differences we have with other believers:The Behavior of a Healthy ChurchThe Church in it's Right MindKeys To Church UnityGetting Along in the Family of God - Part 1Getting Along in the Family of God - Part 2Loving Those With Whom We DifferThe Worthy Walk - Part 2Gentleness "Disagreeing with Other Christians" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/disagreeing-with-other-christians\/#arve-vimeo-82182345665fa06fd7a6f0456248456","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/821823456?h=74e49c9bd3&dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Disagreeing with Other Christians","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/STP-S24-EP04-Love-Over-Differences.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-05-18","description":"Disagreeing with Other Christians"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Disagreeing with Other ChristiansThis week on the Straight Truth Podcast, Dr. Josh Philpot shares some of the intense wrangling and controversial debates he sees happening within Christian circles. These things being talked about and sometimes hotly argued about are highly magnified by social media, the comment sections, and all the rest. Understanding that all believers, even within a solid local church, will not agree about everything, he asks Dr. Richard Caldwell how can Christians find a way through some of this. Can Christians disagree so strenuously and not cause disunity that brings harm to the body of Christ? What might be the best approach to having some of these discussions that need to be had? Can some of this lead us to dis-fellowshipping with other believers? Dr. Caldwell shares that these are great questions and honestly, they are difficult ones to navigate. He says it is sometimes difficult to know how to shepherd people on some of these things. However, something important to point out is that in Christianity, there is a unity that's been created by God, in salvation that is fixed and unchangeable. As believers in Jesus Christ, we are one. Jesus prayed for this, and the Father answered that prayer. There is a unity that we have, that even when we are not living it out, it still exists, and Heaven will reflect that. However, there are some non-negotiable terms of fellowship that have to do with us being believers. Some issues will be deal breakers when it comes to whom we consider to be our brother or sister and with those whom we can walk with in the most general kind of Christian fellowship. Beyond that, you move to the realm of the local church.

"Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/how-should-we-understand-the-jealousy-of-god\/#arve-youtube-nnvbil9q4cu65fa06fd7f39e936130818","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/nnVbIl9q4CU?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/STP-S24-EP02-How-can-christians-be-the-light-of-the-world.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-05-04","description":"Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related Messages The following sermons exposited by Dr. Caldwell will help us with what it means that believers are salt and light and how remaining focused on Christ and being obedient to Him is how we will remain influential as salt and light in this world: The Believer's Influence in the World The Light of the World Children of the Light - Part 2 Living In Light of the Incarnation - Part 3 Beware of Deception "Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/how-should-we-understand-the-jealousy-of-god\/#arve-vimeo-81853970365fa06fd7ff1b840093981","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/818539703?h=c5896fb4c2&dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/STP-S24-EP02-How-can-christians-be-the-light-of-the-world.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-05-04","description":"Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism This week on the Straight Truth Podcast, Dr. Josh Philpot asks Dr. Richard Caldwell to explain what it means for believers to be salt and light in this world. Most people who read and hear this statement of Jesus in Matthew 5 think immediately of evangelism. But does this saying pertain to evangelism only, or are there broader applications of being salt and light in the world?    Dr. Caldwell believes that being salt and light in this world applies to the whole of life, everything about the Christian’s life. He explains that salt and light are being used for comparison; this represents analogy. Salt is a preservative and a flavor enhancer. Light is being contrasted with darkness. Dr. Caldwell reads Matthew 5:13-16 that we might hear the rest of Jesus' words on the matter, which will help us to better understand the analogy. In doing this, Dr. Caldwell says it’s not just about our message it’s about our manner of life, our way of living. Even as Jesus speaks of others seeing our good works, he speaks of them about our lives.

"Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/being-salt-and-light-in-the-world-a-christians-role-beyond-evangelism\/#arve-youtube-nnvbil9q4cu65fa06fd8402d292355761","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/nnVbIl9q4CU?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/STP-S24-EP02-How-can-christians-be-the-light-of-the-world.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-05-04","description":"Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related MessagesThe following sermons exposited by Dr. Caldwell will help us with what it means that believers are salt and light and how remaining focused on Christ and being obedient to Him is how we will remain influential as salt and light in this world:The Believer's Influence in the WorldThe Light of the WorldChildren of the Light - Part 2Living In Light of the Incarnation - Part 3Beware of Deception "Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/being-salt-and-light-in-the-world-a-christians-role-beyond-evangelism\/#arve-vimeo-81853970365fa06fd84b61609477331","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/818539703?h=c5896fb4c2&dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/05\/STP-S24-EP02-How-can-christians-be-the-light-of-the-world.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-05-04","description":"Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond Evangelism"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Being Salt and Light in the World: A Christian's Role Beyond EvangelismThis week on the Straight Truth Podcast, Dr. Josh Philpot asks Dr. Richard Caldwell to explain what it means for believers to be salt and light in this world. Most people who read and hear this statement of Jesus in Matthew 5 think immediately of evangelism. But does this saying pertain to evangelism only, or are there broader applications of being salt and light in the world?  Dr. Caldwell believes that being salt and light in this world applies to the whole of life, everything about the Christian’s life. He explains that salt and light are being used for comparison; this represents analogy. Salt is a preservative and a flavor enhancer. Light is being contrasted with darkness. Dr. Caldwell reads Matthew 5:13-16 that we might hear the rest of Jesus' words on the matter, which will help us to better understand the analogy. In doing this, Dr. Caldwell says it’s not just about our message it’s about our manner of life, our way of living. Even as Jesus speaks of others seeing our good works, he speaks of them about our lives. Others see our lives being lived out according to the Scriptures. So that in every realm and walk of life, we go about loving the Lord, submitting to and obeying the Scriptures in such a way that we are a preservative in t...

"Subtle Shifts From the Sufficiency of Scripture In Biblical Counseling" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/subtle-shifts-from-the-sufficiency-of-scripture-in-biblical-counseling\/#arve-youtube-rxiit3dj5jy65fa06fd89b27146992797","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/rxIIT3dj5JY?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Subtle Shifts From the Sufficiency of Scripture In Biblical Counseling","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/STP-S24-EP01-Biblical-Counseling.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-04-27","description":"Subtle Shifts From the Sufficiency of Scripture In Biblical Counseling"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related Messages As you think about and ponder the things discussed on the podcast today, you might consider listening to the sermons Dr. Caldwell shared from his studies on Matthew 18, along with other sermons he has delivered relating to ecclesiology.   Following is the group of sermons from Matthew 18: Children & God's Kingdom Threats To God's Children Caring For God's Children The Correction of God's Children - Parts 1, 2, & 3 Forgiving God's Children The Seriousness of Forgiveness "Subtle Shifts From the Sufficiency of Scripture In Biblical Counseling" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/subtle-shifts-from-the-sufficiency-of-scripture-in-biblical-counseling\/#arve-vimeo-81575834465fa06fd8a668893187927","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/815758344?h=669d0fd1a9&dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Subtle Shifts From the Sufficiency of Scripture In Biblical Counseling","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/STP-S24-EP01-Biblical-Counseling.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-04-27","description":"Subtle Shifts From the Sufficiency of Scripture In Biblical Counseling"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Subtle Shifts From the Sufficiency of Scripture In Biblical Counseling This week on the Straight Truth Podcast, Dr. Josh Philpot asks Dr. Richard Caldwell if he would elaborate on a caution he gave the congregation at Founders Baptist in a recent sermon. Dr. Caldwell is currently preaching through Matthew and has arrived at chapter 18. If you are well versed in the Scriptures, one of the first things that come to mind is the teachings on church discipline. Dr. Caldwell shared that it's good and right that we should think about that. Yet he wants us to understand that the discipline process in Matthew 18 is part of a much larger discussion on what it means to be a child of God. The caution Dr. Caldwell raises arises from some things going on within evangelicalism of what it means to deal with sin, as an individual, with others, and how the body of Christ is meant to deal with sin in its midst. Dr. Caldwell shared that the church is being attacked in its adequacy to deal with its own sin issues. And it is something that Satan is particularly targeting in ou...

"Does God Still Speak Through Dreams and Visions?" | Watch This Episode on YouTube {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/does-god-still-speak-through-dreams-and-visions\/#arve-youtube-rjvqh1nme_y65fa06fd8f336655287896","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/rJvQH1nME_Y?iv_load_policy=3&modestbranding=1&rel=0&autohide=1&playsinline=0&autoplay=0","name":"Does God Still Speak Through Dreams and Visions?","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/STP-S23-EP10-Bethel-school-of-Dream-Interpretation.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-04-20","description":"Does God Still Speak Through Dreams and Visions?"} Subscribe To Our YouTube Channel Support Our Podcast Join Our Mailing List Watch Us On Rumble Related Messages If you are interested in gaining a deeper understanding of our responsibility to think rightly and respond rightly to the Scriptures, consider listening to the following sermons exposited by Dr. Caldwell:   God Has Spoken In Son Serious Danger - Parts 1, 2, & 3 Cessationism Demonstrated & Defended - Parts 1 & 2 A Mature View of The Ministry God's Holy Word God's Word & God's People The Life of Peace - Praiseworthy Thinking The Gospel Dynamic - Part 1 & 2 Stand Your Ground "Does God Still Speak Through Dreams and Visions?" | Watch this episode on Vimeo {"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@id":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/does-god-still-speak-through-dreams-and-visions\/#arve-vimeo-81029924665fa06fd8fe1b040703702","type":"VideoObject","embedURL":"https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/810299246?h=abd1177688&dnt=1&app_id=122963&html5=1&title=1&byline=0&portrait=0&autoplay=0","name":"Does God Still Speak Through Dreams and Visions?","thumbnailUrl":"https:\/\/straighttruth.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/STP-S23-EP10-Bethel-school-of-Dream-Interpretation.jpg","uploadDate":"2023-04-20","description":"Does God Still Speak Through Dreams and Visions?"} Follow Us On Vimeo Listen to the Audio Podcast Subscribe on iPhone Subscribe on Android Subscribe on Spotify Does God Still Speak Through Dreams and Visions? This week on the Straight Truth Podcast, Dr. Josh Philpot has some questions for Dr. Richard Caldwell regarding dreams and visions. The class Dr. Philpot teaches at Founders Baptist Church has been going through the book of Genesis, and they've been reading about Joseph's dreams and the ability to interpret them. He says that it's been a very interesting study. Dr. Philpot also shares that recently he read something about Bethel Church in Redding, CA, having begun something they’re calling The Dream Life School of Interpretation. This new school or teaching they're promoting appears to go even beyond the teachings and training that one would receive at their school of supernatural ministry. On Bethel's promotion page for this new school, they tell us that God often speaks to us through dreams and visions. They say that through our dreams God releases inspiration, innovation, invention, direction, wisdom, and much more from Heaven. They want people to learn the value of dreams and visions as a language of God so that they will be equipped with the gift of interpretation. But based on our reading and understanding of the Old and New Testaments,