Have you ever heard of the country of Rhodesia? Rhodesia is now what we call Zimbabwe; however, there are critical elements we can learn from the history of Rhodesia as Americans. I have been studying the history of “The Bush War” for the past several months by reading memoirs of first-hand accounts and historical books outlining in vivid detail the unique background and setting of what truly transpired in this little-known conflict.

Sadly, revisionists, like many other historical settings, have made Rhodesia and The Bush War out to be solely based on racism; however, the true nature of this conflict goes much deeper than a clash between ethnicities.

This podcast will give you a crash course in Rhodesia, with excerpts from live news clips and other personal interviews from first-hand accounts. I believe what we learn from Rhodesia can be applied to our American context, as we face many of the same issues.

It is incredible how a small group of men fought for their religious and political freedom for 15 years against seemingly insurmountable odds. I hope you enjoy this particular episode.

Books Cited In Episode:

Bush War Operator

A Handful of Hardmen

Rhodesia: A Complete History

Bush War Rhodesia

The Rhodesian War

In this episode of Battlefield Theologian, Ethan brings on a regular contributor to the Podcast former Navy Seal Garrett Unclebach to discuss the topic of how men should protect their families both physically and spiritually. They emphasize the importance of redefining biblical masculinity and not letting cultural distortions shape our understanding. They explore biblical passages that address self-defense and protection of family, highlighting the need for a balanced approach. They also discuss the role of physical strength and presence in being a protector. The conversation touches on the distinction between defending oneself and submitting to authority. Overall, they emphasize the importance of being prepared to protect and defend our families while also seeking to minister and show love. In this conversation, Ethan and Garrett discuss the importance of men protecting their families both physically and spiritually. They also highlight the significance of men defending their families spiritually by being intentional about what their families are exposed to and ensuring they are in a biblically sound church. The conversation concludes with the importance of spending time in the Word of God and being prepared for the challenges of life.

00:00Introduction and Aim of the Episode

03:25Redefining Biblical Masculinity

09:59Understanding Turn the Other Cheek

18:50The Purpose of Violence

25:33The Heart of a Warrior

29:14Protecting Yourself vs Protecting Your Family

38:47Conclusion and Final Thoughts

41:06Defending Families Spiritually: The Role of Men

45:30The Significance of Being in a Biblically Sound Church

53:12The Power of Spending Time in the Word of God

If you haven't listened to Garrett's podcast give it a listen here

https://www.theimpossible.life

In this episode of the Battlefield Theologian podcast, Ethan Jago discusses the importance of raising boys to become godly men. Ethan emphasizes the need for clear communication and setting clear expectations for children. Ethan also addresses the challenges parents face in the current cultural climate and the impact of technology on child development. He encourages parents to be intentional in their parenting and to provide biblical instruction and discipline. The episode concludes with practical steps for raising boys to become men. In this conversation, Ethan discusses the importance of teaching children responsibility, discipline, and self-control. He highlights the impact of technology and social media on children's mental health and suggests that parents need to supervise and manage their children's use of technology. Ethan also recommends enrolling children in activities like jiu-jitsu to develop problem-solving skills, focus, and self-control. He emphasizes the role of parents as primary disciple-makers and encourages them to take responsibility for their children's spiritual growth.

Knowing the Spirit Conference September 20-21 PCB, FL

https://www.forthegospel.org/knowingthespiritconference/#register

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Purpose of the Podcast

03:33 The Importance of Raising Boys to Become Godly Men

08:57 Challenges in Parenting and the Cultural Climate

18:30 Understanding the Unique Needs of Boys

24:04 Clear Communication and Setting Expectations

28:39 Rethinking Parenting Strategies

31:23 Helping Children Understand the 'Why'

34:39 The Impact of Technology and Social Media on Children's Mental Health

45:08 The Benefits of Enrolling Children in Activities like Jiu-Jitsu

57:19 Parents as Primary Disciple-Makers

This episode was recorded live from the Barrington Men’s Fellowship group in Barrington, Illinois, where Ethan preached from 2 Timothy 2:1-4 in a sermon titled, “How To Be A Godly Man.” Ethan unpacks five items from this section in 2 Timothy for men desiring to live Godly lives.

1. A Godly Man Recognizes the Source of His Strength

2. A Godly Man is a Faithful Man

3. A Godly Man Teaches

4. A Godly Man Embraces Suffering

5. A Godly Man Aims to Please His Commander

In this episode, Ryan Frederick, co-founder of Fierce Marriage and Fierce Parenting, joins the Battlefield Theologian podcast to discuss how parents can continue to pursue each other while taking care of small children.

They explore the biblical view of marriage, emphasizing the sacrificial love husbands should have for their wives.

They also discuss the importance of open communication, humility, and knowing your spouse's love language.

In this conversation, Ryan and Ethan discuss the importance of dating and pursuing your spouse in marriage. They emphasize the need for husbands to lead and wives to respect and support their husbands. They also discuss the challenges of navigating relationships with in-laws and setting boundaries. The conversation concludes with practical tips for dating your spouse, including finding creative ways to spend time together and prioritizing each other over children.

Takeaways

• Husbands should love their wives sacrificially, following the example of Christ's love for the church.
• Open communication and knowing your spouse's love language are key to pursuing and loving your spouse well.
• Couples should establish their own unit and make decisions together, rather than being swayed by outside influences.
• Humility and a willingness to admit mistakes and learn from your spouse are essential for growth in marriage.
• Marriage is a covenant that requires commitment and perseverance, especially during difficult times. Husbands should take the initiative to lead and pursue their wives in marriage.
• Wives should respect and support their husbands in their leadership role.

• Finding creative ways to date your spouse is crucial, even with young children.
• Prioritizing your spouse over children is essential for a strong marriage.
• Clear and honest communication is key to a healthy marriage.
• Family worship can have a transformative impact on parenting.

00:00Introduction and Background of Fierce Marriage and Fierce Parenting

05:00Pursuing Each Other in Marriage and Parenting

10:09The Biblical View of Marriage: Sacrificial Love and Leadership

13:17Open Communication and Knowing Your Spouse's Love Language

21:22Humility and Learning from Your Spouse

25:01The Influence of Parents and In-Laws in Marriage and Parenting

25:45The Importance of Dating and Pursuing Your Spouse in Marriage

26:22Navigating Relationships with In-Laws and Setting Boundaries

32:12Practical Tips for Dating Your Spouse

38:37Prioritizing Your Spouse Over Children

43:43The Role of Communication in a Healthy Marriage

52:20The Transformative Impact of Family Worship on Parenting

Books Discussed:

Wife in Pursuit

Husband In Pursuit

40 Day Prayer Journey

Here is a breakdown of the recent He Gets Us Super Bowl commercial that was aired.

The issues with this entire organization are many, and the deceitfulness is prevalent throughout all of this organizations goals and ambitions.

In this episode Ethan breaks down the ideological issues within the commercial and the campaign. Then the narrative of Jesus washing the disciples feet in the upper room from John 13, which is what the entire commercial is based around.

**Verse References from the show**

Rather Jesus came as a selfless sacrifice for the sins of His people (Is. 53:4-6,10-12; Eph. 5:2; Heb. 9:26; 10:12)

Jesus humbled Himself to the point of death, death on a cross (Phil.2:8) Peter needed to accept the fact that Jesus would be humiliated in this manner of execution.

Additionally, this washing and Jesus’s words also mean that ONLY those who are cleansed (washed) by Him would have a saving relationship with Him.

Washing was a biblical metaphor for a spiritual cleansing (Num.19:17-19; Zech.13:1; Acts 22:16; 1 Cor. 6:11)

And only those who place their faith in Jesus as the Lord of their life and confess their sins are cleansed by Him. (john 15:3; 1 John 1:7-9)

Many Christians struggle in the Christian life as it relates to their past sins prior to conversion following them into their Christian walk. Additionally, many Christians believe that when they repent they must continue to "act" or "live" a certain way that demonstrates they still feel guilty over their sin.

This is when sin becomes the identity for so many individuals as they allow the past sin to dominate their current walk. When we sin we feel guilty over our sin, but that is meant to lead us to repentance. Upon repentance, we move on, because Christ has forgiven us, and we should fight against returning back to that sin. However, we must not allow that sin that we have confessed and repented of to come back to dictate our thoughts and actions.

In this episode, I am joined by theologian R.C. Sproul as we discuss this issue that many are dealing with. In this episode, I reference one of R.C.'s blog articles that gave us the subject in dealing with this topic which you can find here.

If you wish to connect with R.C. or find his resources here are some ways:

Website- https://rcsprouljr.com/

Twitter- rcsprouljr

Podcast- Jesus Changes Everything https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/jesus-changes-everything/id1473992920

The question we will be answering in this podcast is, do we need parachurch organizations? If so, to what end? What is the purpose of these entities and when if at all should local churches use them?

Additionally, we look at the conferences some of these organizations and ask the question are they beneficial or detrimental specifically, with some of the speakers they platform.

Many of these orginizations such as The Gospel Coalition start out doctrinally sound; however, several of the speakers they platform have questionable theological beliefs. We will highlight one such speaker Ann Voskamp with a brief review of her book "One Thousand Gifts" and the theological errors and false teaching that is baked within.