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The Power of the Resurrection: An Easter Message from Dr. Joseph Boot

23 april 2025 | min

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot delivers a powerful Easter message on the power of God unleashed by the resurrection of Christ, such that the effects of sin and the curse are reversed and the people of God take dominion over all creation. Sermon originally delivered on April 8, 2012, @ Westminster Chapel | Toronto, Ontario.

Scripture: Rom. 6:1-11; Phil. 3:8-11

Sermon Notes: The power of God is unleashed by the resurrection of Christ, such that the effects of sin and the curse are being reversed and the people of God take dominion over all creation. The World craves power, seeking it in all the wrong places. Apart from God’s sovereign power (the power of the resurrection), we are powerless to face all the powers arrayed against us; we’re doomed to futility and frustration. Progress isn’t based on highly educated individuals improving over time. We improve only when God’s grace gives us the power to change. Our social order is returning to an old slavery, as a dog returns to its vomit. Returning to our old sins, we reenact our sin-sick past (Prov. 26:11; Jude 10). Our hopes and dreams mock us when we labour apart from Christ. The cultural myth we labour under is that people are naturally good. This is a lie. All people are sinners; therefore changing the environment doesn’t make people good. The downfall of every nation in history was primarily the result of internal social dysfunction, the breakdown of the moral character of the nation. Frustration and futility apart from God leads to cynicism and despair. Then young people turn to rioting and arson and other socially destructive forms of behavior. Because of Adam’s fall, sin and death became an aspect of our beings. Apart from Christ we’re doomed to repeat the sins of Adam. The whole creation groans for redemption (Rom. 8). We can’t celebrate Easter properly if we don’t realize this fact of the human condition. As there’s a connection between us and Adam, so there’s a connection between us and Christ. Christ became man, a descendent of Adam (Luke 2:38). Christ is the second Adam (1 Cor. 15). In Christ all are made alive. Paul wants to know Christ: I want to be found in Him. This is of surpassing worth. Paul wants to know the effective power of God, especially at work in the gospel (Rom.1:16; 1 Cor. 1:18). The same power that raised Jesus is at work today and is at work with Christian believers. The power of the resurrection gives us the ability to live and act to the glory of God, independent of the environmental factors facing us. We’re not bound to the same self-destructive habits. Generational sins are cut off. Christ’s victory overpowers sin and Satan. There’s no other faith, worldview, political vision that has this power. Only in Christ do we have power to escape futility and the power of sin over our lives. Power is no good unless it is applied. The gospel has to be applied. We’re not admiring doctrines, we’re applying them. The gospel contradicts and confounds all humanist doctrines and visions. The human quest for power is hopeless. The power of God is unleashed in Christ (1 Cor. 1:18-24). It is impossible to believe in such a power and not believe it will change men and nations, families, churches and institutions. We’ve received a spirit of life and power. All of life is baptized into Christ, so that all are raised in a new condition and state of being. All of life is then infused with His resurrection power. Christ’s power is over all (Eph. 1:19). Every human being will be raised from the grave, because of Jesus Christ. The resurrection testifies to the truth that Jesus reigns as Lord over all, and so we baptize the nations. We’re a child of the resurrection. Christ is risen and we’re free from the power of sin and death.

Application Questions: How can we identify areas of our lives that are still unbaptized (i.e. not made new by Christ’s resurrection power)? How do we attain Christ’s power and victory over sin? What, according to the World, is the fundamental problem with humanity and how do they try to fix it? What is the biblical view? Where does the World look for the power to improve and progress? What happens when we try to labour apart from Christ? List all the things believers attain on account of Christ’s resurrection. Provide Scripture references for each Am I guilty of ‘polishing doctrines’ instead of applying them?

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World Religions: Sikhism

16 april 2025 | min

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Pastor Nate Wright and Dr. Michael Thiessen examine the world and life view of Sikhism.

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CHAPTERS: 00:00 ReformCon '25 AD 00:46 Cold Open: Sikhism 03:04 PCR Intro 03:28 Welcome 05:00 Sikhism is Discipleship 05:40 Basics of Sikhism 08:08 Sikh Gurus 09:18 Sikhism: A Reactionary Religion 14:50 Core Beliefs of Sikhism 18:14 Naam Japna, Ik Onkar & the Impersonality of the Sikh God 20:39 Equality & Social Justice in Sikhism 28:13 Sikhism's Ironic Dualism 32:20 False Theology Leads to a Disastrous Anthropology and Teleology 36:06 By What Standard? 38:15 How is Community Built: Sikhism v. Christianity 46:13 The Incarnation & True Discipleship 49:01 Conclusion 50:46 Outro

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Why Worldview is Inescapable: Contra Contra Mundum

9 april 2025 | min

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Pastor Nate Wright respond to the criticisms raised by Andrew Isker and CJay Engel from the Contra Mundum podcast. They engage in an in-depth discussion about the significance of possessing a biblical worldview, addressing misconceptions and providing thorough explanations on topics such as theology, philosophy, epistemology, and mathematics. Dr. Boot underscores that a biblical worldview is grounded in the full revelation of Scripture, which serves as the ultimate authority for all aspects of life, including politics, science, and economics. Additionally, the duo explores the underlying motivations and flawed reasoning behind some of the arguments presented by Isker, Engel, Wolfe, and the reactionary "dank" right, aiming to reinforce the importance of a biblically rooted perspective in all areas of culture and knowledge.

CHAPTERS: 00:00 ReformCon '25 00:46 Opening 01:03 Podcast Intro 01:27 Welcome & Introduction 03:52 Introduction to the Critique of "The Magical Solution of Just Having the Correct WORLDVIEW" | Contra Mundum 07:51 A Charitable Take 08:08 Debate on Worldview and Political Theology 10:00 "Worldview" Critique Lacks Any Real Substance 11:43 CLIP 1: "WORLDVIEWWWWeh" 13:30 Theonomy and Worldview Thinking 20:36 Rushdoony's Influence and Critique of Nationalism 23:18 No Discernable Evidence that They Have Read Rushdoony Deeply 24:00 CLIP 2: The Magical Solution of Worldview; Is Worldview Thinking Shallow? 24:46 Dismissiveness: The Pot Calling the Kettle Black 26:25 Defining Worldview andWhy It Matters 43:08 The Epistemological Divide and the Necessity of a Biblical Foundation 43:47 CLIP 3: Special Revelation, Natural Revaltion & Tradition 45:13 The Word of God: The True Foundation of Knowledge 54:46 Paul's Address at the Areopagus to Folly of the Greek Philosophers 56:29 Structure and Direction in Creation 57:42 Biblical Worldview-and-Life View Thinking via Scripture 01:01:33 The Role of Religious Worldview in Mathematics 01:02:10 World Religions and Cultural Expressions 01:04:22 Scientific Paradigm Shifts 01:08:20 The Intersection of Mathematics and Religion 01:15:07 CLIP 4: Tradition & Wisdom as "Inherited Reason" 01:24:44 CLIP 5: Modern Thenomists & the Post-War Consensus 01:28:15 Reacitonaries are Revolutionaries Too 01:32:42 R2K &Theonomy ARE NOT the Same, but C2K & R2K Have the Same Paradigm 01:34:43 Playing Their Role: These Men are Caught in a Dialectic Trap 01:37:35 The Inescapability of Worldview 01:39:00 Ideology: Absolutizing an Aspect of Creation Outside of the Kingdom of God 01:40:50 A Pastoral Concern: Return to Your First Love 01:42:33 The Culture They Hate Derived from a Worldview 01:43:53 How to Destroy the Devil's Strongholds: Wield the Sword of the Word 01:45:12 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 01:45:40 Podcast Outro

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Buddhism II: The Buddhist Illusion and its Seduction of the West

2 april 2025 | min

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Dr. Michael Thiessen delve into Buddhism's surprising influence on Western thought. They discuss the core teachings of Buddhism, its impact on Western minds through figures like Sam Harris and the Dalai Lama, and why Buddhism's philosophy offers little more than a self-salvation death cult. The conversation contrasts Buddhist detachment with Christian transformation and looks at how Christians can respond to and understand these cross-cultural influences. The episode also explores the global sociopolitical implications of popular Buddhist teachings and highlights the superiority of a Christian worldview rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ.

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CHAPTERS: 00:00 ReformCon '25 00:46 Cold Open: Buddhism's Influence on Western Culture 02:12 Podcast Intro 02:36 Introduction and Overview 03:08 Exploring Buddhism's Practical Expressions in the West 03:56 Sam Harris: Atheism Meets Buddhism 06:44 The Illusion of Self and Personal Identity 09:04 The Contradictions of Sam Harris's Views 21:29 Mindfulness and Detachment: A Critical Look 41:29 The Reality of Pain and Suffering 53:19 Exploring Pleasure from Pain 54:00 Contradictions in Moral Landscape 54:20 Acknowledging Pain and Suffering 54:45 Counterfeit Relief and Thought Detachment 55:46 Christian Perspective on Anxiety and Prayer 57:04 Escapism vs. Embracing Humanity 57:30 Sam Harris's Teachings on Self-Illusion is Delusion 59:14 Christian Response to Buddhist Self-Illusion 01:09:41 Critique of Buddhist Ethics and Karma 01:11:00 Dalai Lama's Influence and Secular Ethics 01:33:56 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events 01:36:20 Podcast Outro

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World Religions: Buddhism - Part I

27 mars 2025 | min

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Dr. Michael Thiessen examine the origin, history and core beliefs of Buddhism.

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CHAPTERS: 00:00 Cold Open 03:20 Podcast Intro 03:40 Welcome 05:25 The Historical Context of Buddhism 08:00 The 3 Periods of the Buddha's Life 14:33 Core Teachings: The Four Noble Truths 21:00 Inherent Problems with the Four Noble Truths 25:10 The Great Buddha (Messiah) to Come 32:01 Liberation: The Renunciation of Self 33:03 Folk Buddhism vs. Enlightened Buddhism 35:06 Buddhism's Self-Salvation is a Death Cult 36:41 ReformCon '25 AD 37:27 Navigating the Eightfold Path: Ethical Conduct in Buddhism 46:15 The Illogic & Hopelessness of Buddhism 48:46 Understanding Nirvana 50:00 Desire is NOT the Enemy 54:00 The Eightfold Path is Full of Pot Holes 58:50 Various forms of Buddhism: Tantric, Zen, Animism and Occultism 01:03:11 Gnosticism Within: Illusion, Sin and the Self 01:09:00 Body/Mind Dualism within Buddhism 01:14:15 Conclusion 01:15:06 Outro

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World Religions: Hinduism

19 mars 2025 | min

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12 mars 2025 | min

World Religions: Judaism

5 mars 2025 | min

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot is joined by Ezra Fellow P. Andrew Sandlin to talk about Judaism.

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CHAPTERS: 00:00 Cold Open: Judaism 04:52 ReformCon '25 AD 05:40 Intro 06:04 Welcome 07:28 Understanding Judaism 09:13 Theological Reflections on Judaism 14:26 The Concept of God in Judaism and Christianity 32:19 The Term 'Judeo-Christian' 35:55 Core Features of Judaism 38:45 Misunderstanding the Law in Modern Judaism 41:16 The Role of the Temple and Sacrificial System 43:15 The Blindness of Modern Judaism 48:21 The 'Puritan Hope' 51:32 Understanding Antisemitism: Interest Bedfellows 01:02:46 Christianity is True Judaism 01:09:07 Conclusion and Upcoming Conference 01:13:05 Outro

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Education: Secular or Christian?

28 februari 2025 | min

Fighting to WIN the Culture War

18 februari 2025 | min

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Pastor Nate Wright and Dr. Michael Thiessen discuss the recent cultural victories in the Christian community, focusing on the importance of engaging with current events through a biblical worldview. They analyze the implications of tariffs on national identity and trade, the role of taxation, and the cultural shifts in corporate America regarding DEI and CRT. The conversation emphasizes the need for Christians to direct their frustrations toward the correct political figures and to celebrate the positive changes occurring in society. In this conversation, the speakers discuss various cultural shifts observed during the Super Bowl, the evolution of entertainment platforms like Saturday Night Live, and the importance of boldness in addressing societal issues. They reflect on the significance of recent events in media and entertainment, emphasizing the need for Christians to engage in cultural conversations and uphold biblical values. The discussion culminates in a reminder of the enduring nature of God's word amidst changing societal norms.

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CHAPTERS: 00:00 ReformCon '25 AD 00:46 Intro 01:05 Welcome 02:00 WINNING! 05:41 Thinking Through the Headlines 06:42 Anti-Americanism as Faux Canadian Patirotism 09:00 Canada vs. USA: Tariffs & Trade Wars 27:50 Big Business Ditching DEI? 32:38 A Super "Safe" Super Bowl 36:50 SNL 50: A Cultural Shift in Comedy and Cancel Culture? 43:53 Marvel Moving Back on Wokism? 48:39 Capitalize on the Winds of Change 52:25 Pursuit: Keep Pushing! 54:28 Conclusion 59:52 Outro

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World Religions: Jehovah's Witnesses

12 februari 2025 | min

World Religions: Zoroastrianism

5 februari 2025 | min

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Pastor Nate Wright and Dr. Joe Boot examine the origin, history, and theology of one of the world's most primitive dualistic pagan religions: Zoroastrianism. Though small, this religion has had a significant impact on history. Join us as we dive deep into Zoroastrianism.

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CHAPTERS: 00:00 Cold Open: The Religion of Zoroaster 03:15 Intro 03:25 Welcome 05:03 Upcoming Events 07:02 Why Zoroastrianism? 11:21 Who is Zoroaster or Zarathustra? 13:10 What Did He Teach? 18:00 Understanding Zoroastrianism through a Biblical Lens 20:18 Nimrod & The Table of Nations 21:56 Zoroaster: The Seed of the Woman? 23:47 The Hope for the Seed of the Woman, the Seed of Religion 34:10 ReformCon '25 AD 34:56 A Distorted Faith 37:12 The Influence of Zoroastrianism/Ancient Dualism 43:10 Saoshayant: The Zoroastrian Messiah 43:47 Core Beliefs of Zoroastrianism 46:14 Salvation Without Atonement 49:34 Ahura Mazda: An Impersonal God 53:27 The True Seed of the Woman: Jesus Christ 59:23 Outro

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Mormonism ft. Cultish's Jeremiah Roberts

29 januari 2025 | min

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Pastor Nate Wright is joined by Cultish's Jeremiah Reoberts to discuss the origins, history, and theology of Mormonism–The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (LDS). Don't miss this riveting discussion on a uniquely American mythology.

CHAPTERS: 00:00 ReformCon '25 00:46 Cold Open: Origins of Mormonism 07:19 Intro 07:40 Welcome 09:57 Engaging the Cults 16:56 A Concise History of Mormonism 29:37 The Cult Tendnecy to Bypass the Mind 31:31 Reaching Your Mormon Neighbour 37:12 Are Mormons Christians?: Examining LDS Theology 47:43 False Religions & the Lack of Atonement 49:17 The Modern Mormon Challenge & the Future of the LDS 58:04 Presupp and the Internal Critique of Mormonism 01:01:37 3 Things: Tell Better Stories, Guard Your Heart, Know Your Bible 01:06:00 The Word of God MUST Be Your Firm Foundation 01:08:43 Conclusion/Send-off 01:11:30 Outro

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Deanna McLeod: PART 2 - SHOCKING Long-Term Impact of COVID-19 on Cancer Treatment

25 januari 2025 | min

WATCH PART 1 HERE: https://rumble.com/v6aoofm-deanna-mcleod-shocking-long-term-impact-of-covid-19-on-cancer-treatment.html;

In this conversation, Dr. Michael Thiessen and oncology researcher Deanna McLeod discuss the significant impact of COVID-19 on cancer care, particularly for female patients. They explore the dramatic rise in cancer billings since 2019, the drop in screenings and surgical access, and the resulting increase in mortality rates. The discussion highlights the consequences of public health measures, the importance of individual care, and the need for a return to ethical medical practices. In this conversation, Deanna and Michael discuss the significant impact of COVID-19 and its related policies on women's health, particularly in relation to cancer rates and the implications of vaccination. They explore the concerning trends in tumour progression, the role of chronic inflammation, and the potential effects of hormonal dysregulation. The discussion also highlights the manipulation of statistics in medical recommendations and the need for a more careful examination of the long-term effects of COVID-19 vaccinations on cancer patients.

Episode Resource: Canadian COVID Care Alliance: https://www.canadiancovidcarealliance.org/; Covid Sense on X: https://x.com/sensecovid; Covid Sense on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sensecovid;

DID YOU MISS AN EPISODE ft. DEANNA!?! - Be sure to watch Mike's previous discussions with her: Deanna McLeod: Pt 1. Omicron Boosters - Untested, Unsafe and Ineffective: https://rumble.com/v1tpjsw-deanna-mcleod-why-we-must-stop-the-shots-pt.-1-ineffective-untested-and-uns.html; Deanna McLeod Pt. 2: Myocarditis and the Vaccines: https://rumble.com/v1votgi-deanna-mcleod-why-we-must-stop-the-shots-pt.-2-myocarditis-and-other-seriou.html; Deanna McLeod Pt. 3: Big Pharma and Vaccine Conflict of Interest: https://rumble.com/v246yo4-deanna-mcleod-pt.-3-vaccine-conflicts-of-interest.html; Deanna McLeod Pt. 4: "AGILE Regulations" - Circumventing Regulatory Barriers for Profit: https://rumble.com/v2nbl3e-deanna-mcleod-pt.-4-agile-regulations-circumventing-regulatory-barriers-for.html; Deanna McLeod Pt. 5: ”AGILE Regulations” - Why We MUST Demand PROVEN SAFETY OVER PROFIT: https://rumble.com/v2prkno-deanna-mcleod-pt.-5-agile-regulations-why-we-must-demand-proven-safety-over.html; Deanna McLeod Pt. 6: ”Protecting Pregnancy and Breastfeeding” - Parts 1 - 3: WATCH 6.1 HERE: https://rumble.com/v3p6rpd-deanna-mcleod-pt.-6-protecting-pregnancy-and-breastfeeding-in-a-vaccine-cra.html; WATCH 6.2 HERE: https://rumble.com/v3sajaz-deanna-mcleod-pt.-6.2-protecting-pregnancy-and-breastfeeding...-continued.html; WATCH 6.3 HERE: https://rumble.com/v3xhlqy-deanna-mcleod-pt.-6.3-protecting-pregnancy-and-breastfeeding...continued....HTML.

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UPCOMING CONFERENCES: Mission of God Conferences: U.S. – Denver | Saturday, Jan. 25, 2025 @ 8:00 - 16:00 MST@ Faith Church | Arvada, Colorado: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/mission-of-god-denver/; Faith & Medicine Conference | January 19-22, 2025 | Atlanta, GA: https://faithandmedicine.org/;

REFORMCON '25 | "Out of the Ashes" | April 24-26, 2025 @ Tucson, AZ: https://reformcon.org/;

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Global Missions, Gospel Culture & Politics

22 januari 2025 | min

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot, Pastor Nate Wright, Dr. Michael Thiessen bring you a wide-ranging discussion, on location at Christ is King World Missions Conference in San Antonio, TX, in which they discuss world religions, global missions, gospel culture, and how religion and culture affect politics.

CHAPTERS: 00:00 Intro 00:20 Welcome 04:36 Christ in King World Conference Update 10:26 Global Mission & Gospel Culture 18:14 Multiethnic Kingdom Culture Not Monomaniacal Multiculturalism 32:10 Upcoming Ezra Events 32:21 Back in America: The Importance of the Inauguration of Donald Trump 34:30 Changing Laws as a Reflection of a Cultural Shift 46: 45 UK Grooming Gangs Scandal 48:15 The Utter Folly of Multiculturalism 53:39 WHO, Globalism, & Sphere Sovereignty 01:01:47 Sphere Sovereignty: Putting Politics in its Proper Place 01:07:43 Conclusion/Send-off 01:09:53 Outro

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UPCOMING CONFERENCES: Christ is King World Missions Conference - "Gospel Culture" | January 19-22, 2025 | San Antonio, TX: https://christisking.church/lyw; Faith & Medicine Conference | January 19-22, 2025 | Atlanta, GA: https://faithandmedicine.org/;

REFORMCON '25 | "Out of the Ashes" | April 24-26, 2025 @ Tucson, AZ: https://reformcon.org/

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World Religions: Islam ft. Dr. James R. White

15 januari 2025 | min

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Pastor Nate Wright are joined by Dr. James R. White to discuss Islam.

Episode Resource: https://www.amazon.ca/Every-Christian-Needs-About-Quran/dp/0764209760/ref=sr11?crid=1BGXMPWN60TDE&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.rqf6VowDFDJ7RrrXq9GsSCPB2PMEKVg-eSAzgjsxhaDGjHj071QN20LucGBJIEps.okLHNvgUo7fmuH-W4VZX5fA6tetdxaZCgXffqC7OKE&dibtag=se&keywords=what+every+christian+needs+to+know+about+the+quran&psr=EY17&qid=1736995446&s=todays-deals&sprefix=what+every+chirstian+needs+to+know+about+the+quran%2Ctodays-deals%2C93&sr=1-1;

CHAPTERS: 00:00 Opening 04:17 Intro 04:51 Welcome 06:25 What is Islam? 32:10 Islam as Mohammedanism 35:20 The History of Islam 49:45 The Cultural & Political Impact of Islam 59:00 How Can Christians Engage Muslims? 01:03:17 Send-off 01:03:39 Outro