Podd: Ezra Institute Podcast for Cultural Reformation

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

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Think Christianly about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book “Ruler of Kings:” https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government;

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

For All Ezra Events: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/events/;

Think Christianly about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book “Ruler of Kings:” https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government;

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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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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/

For All Ezra Events: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/events/;

Think Christianly about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book “Ruler of Kings:” https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government;

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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/;

Think Christianly about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book “Ruler of Kings:” https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government;

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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

The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot’s Mission of God with a brand-new study guide! Get it here: https://ezrapress.ca/products/mission-of-god-10th-anniversary-edition;

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/

For All Ezra Events: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/events/;

Think Christianly about politics with the help of Dr. Boot’s latest book “Ruler of Kings:” https://ezrapress.ca/products/ruler-of-kings-toward-a-christian-vision-of-government;

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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