Grace & Truth with Owen Strachan

Latest Episodes:

How to Raise Masculine Sons and Feminine Daughters, Part 2: Application Sep 26, 2024

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Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the importance of raising boys and girls according to biblical principles, emphasizing the distinct roles of men and women as complementary yet unique. He explores the significance of grounding parenting in scripture, the essence of biblical manhood and womanhood, and the necessity of instilling a sense of trust in marriage. Strachan also highlights the importance of understanding one's body as a gift from God and the goodness of distinctiveness in gender roles, encouraging parents to actively engage in their children's upbringing with prayer and intentionality.

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How to Raise Masculine Sons and Feminine Daughters, Part 1: Foundations Sep 17, 2024

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In the episode, Owen begins a new series on raising masculine sons and feminine daughters. He focuses on the Christian perspective of gender roles amidst a modern cultural landscape that challenges traditional views on gender.

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Putting Men Back Together: A Conversation with Jim Ramos Sep 10, 2024

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Author Jim Ramos joins Dr. Owen Strachan discuss the importance of helping men grow in godliness and the challenges they face in admitting their need for help. Jim also addresses the cultural narratives that portray men as oppressors and the importance of bringing truth and compassion in addressing these issues. He highlights the role of men as protectors and the need to reclaim a healthy understanding of masculinity. They also highlight the importance of hard work and discipline in shaping boys into strong and responsible men.

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Churchill the Psychopath: Tucker Carlson's Interview with Darryl Cooper Sep 09, 2024

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Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the recent claim made by Darryl Cooper on Tucker Carlson's podcast that Winston Churchill was a psychopath and the chief villain of World War II. Strachan challenges this revisionist and deconstructionist take on Churchill, arguing that it is driven by critical theory. He emphasizes the importance of seeking truth and understanding historical narratives grounded in facts. Owen defends Churchill as the defender of the West and highlights his role in rallying the British people and saving the West from the Nazis.

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Why Christians Support Free Speech Sep 04, 2024

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Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the importance of free speech and how it is under fire today. Christians need to understand the opposing visions of free speech in America today and support free speech, even speech they disagree with. The gospel has gone out powerfully where speech is free, and Christians should strive to preserve and protect free speech in order to continue proclaiming the gospel.

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The "Moscow Mood" Isn't Careful: On Doug Wilson and NSA Sep 03, 2024

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Dr. Owen Strachan discusses the controversy surrounding an ad for New St. Andrew's College in Moscow, Idaho that promotes the usage of the middle finger. He emphasizes the need for Christians to be distinct from the world and to adhere to biblical teachings on wholesome speech. He calls for carefulness and courage in the Christian life, rejecting the idea that desperate times call for only courageous men and emphasizing the need for men who are both courageous and careful.

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Moscow Gives the Finger to Holiness: A Biblical Response Sep 02, 2024

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Dr. Owen Strachan discusses a controversial video released by New St. Andrew's College in Moscow, Idaho. He addresses the use of unwholesome speech and graphic language in the video and emphasizes the importance of holiness and biblical boundaries in communication. Owen also explores the need for a joyful countercultural spirit and the dangers of getting caught up in foolish controversies. He calls for repentance and a focus on the gospel as the means of forgiveness and transformation.

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How Christians Can Start Evangelizing (with EZ Zwayne) Aug 29, 2024

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Evangelism is a key priority for Christians, but many struggle to actually engage in it. Dr. Owen Strachan is joined by the President of Living Waters, E.Z. Zwayne, and they discuss the importance of reframing evangelism as an act of worship and gratitude. They emphasize the need to center evangelism on God and His love for sinners. They also highlight the importance of compassion and genuine care for the people we are evangelizing. Owen and EZ conclude with practical advice for churches to start evangelizing and resources available through Living Waters Ministries.

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How Men Can Overcome Porn (with EZ Zwayne) Aug 28, 2024

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President of Living Waters, E.Z. Zwayne, joins Dr. Owen Strachan discuss the importance of biblical manhood and the need for men to fight for righteousness and purity. They highlight the challenges men face in today's society and the lack of clarity on what it means to be a man. E.Z. Zwayne shares insights from his book, 'Fight Like a Man,' which provides a battle plan for personal purity. He emphasizes the value of aligning with God's values, repentance, and the power of the gospel in overcoming sexual temptation.

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Vanessa Sivadge Courageously Blows the Whistle at Texas Children’s Hospital Aug 27, 2024

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Vanessa Sivadge, a Christian nurse, joins Dr. Owen Strachan and shares her story of being fired from Texas Children's Hospital for opposing wrongful procedures done to minors. She exposed the hospital's use of Medicaid to cover cross-sex hormones and puberty blockers for children, which violated Texas Medicaid policy.

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