Michael Easley Incontext

The Holy Spirit, which seals our Salvation, is a person at work. How does He empower us, fill us, indwell us? Learn more about the work of God’s Spirit in Episode 12.

One moment in time and then 47 years of chronic pain, living as a quadriplegic, and surviving cancer. Joni Eareckson Tada’s perseverance exemplifies the power of prayer. Listen to Joni’s story of strength and courage.

Do you get angry because your kids are never satisfied or lack gratitude? Do they have a sense of entitlement or you hear them say, “That’s not fair!” Did you just answer, yes? You might be a “Snowplow Partent”. Come listen to author Kay Wyma share about Comparison and Entitlement. Despite good intentions, many people in today’s culture foster a sense of entitlement in their children through comparison. Comparison, according to author Kay Wyma, was the tool used in the fall. The narcissi

Our culture has become increasingly opposed to black-and-white ideas, particularly in the area of theology. To hold firm convictions as a Christian is often difficult. Learn more about the controversial Doctrine of the Holy Spirit and the ways some academic approaches challenge our beliefs in Episode 11 of Why We Believe What We Believe.

Our struggles do not define us; they simply reflect the brokenness of man. A brokenness that can be healed only through God’s redemption. Rosaria Butterfield calls pride both a personal self-defense mechanism and a “root” sin. Learn more about Dr. Butterfield’s thoughts on community in the context of Scripture in Part 2 of our chat. Did you miss Part 1? https://soundcloud.com/michaelincontext/rosaria-butterfield-with-michael-easley-part-1

Dr. Rosaria Butterfield began her Christian life only after a pastor shared the Gospel with her through compassion over several years. Driven by an intense desire for answers, she mined the Bible for truth. Join Michael Easley in the studio with author of "The Secret Thoughts of an Unlikely Convert" as she shares her journey coming out of a homosexual feminist worldview and confronting her true identity. Listen to Part 2: https://soundcloud.com/michaelincontext/rosaria-butterfield-with-michael-easley-par

After leaving what he calls “a hopeless way of life,” Matt Moore shares his inspiring story. A story about the need for redemption and repairing a broken life. #InGodsImage

David Fowler, President of Family Action Council of Tennessee, sees the effects of a continuing shift in the church daily. Whereas once the church was viewed as a respected entity with influence, our culture now makes every attempt to override God’s law. Find out what David has to say about Christian responsibilities in a society overrun with chaos.

Can a homosexual person be a believer in Christ? Join Michael Easley in the studio for episode two with author and speaker, Christopher Yuan who shares his story of coming out of a gay lifestyle, trusting Christ, and his desire to reframe the conversation of sexual identity within the Christian church.

Can a homosexual person be a believer in Christ? Join Michael Easley in the studio with author and speaker, Christopher Yuan who shares his story of coming out of a gay lifestyle, trusting Christ, and his desire to reframe the conversation of sexual identity within the Christian church.

Can a police officer be a Christian? Today in the studio we have the privilege of having Chuck Gilliland, the president of the National Board of Directors of The Fellowship of Christian Peace Officers.

Justification is not "just as if I'd" never sinned. It's much more than that. Justification is the work of Jesus Christ to declare you righteous. Let's learn together in episode 10 of Why We Believe What We Believe.

The word "saved" is important to every Christian. It is perhaps the greatest of all themes of the Bible. Listen here, in Episode 9 of Why We Believe What We Believe, as we unpack the word and learn more about the Doctrine of Salvation, or the big word, Soteriology.

Bioethics – making right decisions regarding life issues – is colliding with our culture today. From the making of life (in vitro fertilization, stem-cell research) to the taking of life – how do we even start thinking about some of these issues? It takes a Medical Ethicist to help us wade through. No matter what your educational background or what you do, you will have bioethics decisions to make in your life. Welcome Dr. Joy Riley on the show today.

Know someone that needs a laugh? Join me in studio with award-winning standup comedian John Crist! Want to keep listening? Join Michael and John as they continue their conversation and cover serious topics like the vulnerability and risk that comes with living “in context” as a believer in the world laughter and entertainment. Visit http://michaelincontext.com/exclusive-john-crist-the-serious-side-of-a-funny-man/

Either He Was the Son of God or He Was Nuts Who do you say Jesus is? Do you feel pressure from the culture pushing you away from claiming him to be the Messiah? This is Episode 8 of "Why We Believe What We Believe".

What would you do if you learned that your baby is not going to live? Angie Smith is in studio with us.

How is Jesus Christ the image of God? Join us for Part 2 of our Christmas Series.

Who is this Jesus Christ? Join us for Part I of our Christmas Series.

How do you talk about Jesus Christ in a few moments and do any justice to the Doctrine of Christology? I won’t, but we will begin a beginning. This is Episode 7 of "Why We Believe What We Believe".