Life Academy provides practical and topical teachings ideal for individual study or small group discussions with a wide range of contemporary issues, personal and family concerns, and spiritual insights will be covered.

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In this audio podcast, Pastor Doug Pratt identifies a troubling trend in our society as various groups who gain power and influence attempt to enforce their preferred viewpoints upon others. He also looks at how their actions are contrary to the spirit of freedom and tolerance in our country’s founding documents, and violate of the ethics of the New Testament.

When Tolerance Becomes Coercion

In this audio podcast, Pastor Doug Pratt identifies a troubling trend in our society as various groups who gain power and influence attempt to enforce their preferred viewpoints upon others. He also looks at how their actions are contrary to the spirit of freedom and tolerance in our country’s founding documents, and violate of the ethics of the New Testament.

A Christian Perspective- Episode 23

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Part 2 of Pastor Doug Pratt’s podcast addresses two profound doubts that have been expressed about Christianity: (1) If God is all-powerful and loving, why do people suffer? (2) If there is a God, why doesn’t He reveal Himself more obviously to everyone?  Visit the Life Academy for this exploration of reasons for faith. (For further reading on these and other related questions, see our Book of the Year “Is God Real?” by Lee Strobel.

Two Great Questions Part 2

Part 2 of Pastor Doug Pratt’s podcast addresses two profound doubts that have been expressed about Christianity: (1) If God is all-powerful and loving, why do people suffer? (2) If there is a God, why doesn’t He reveal Himself more obviously to everyone?  Visit the Life Academy for this exploration of reasons for faith. (For further reading on these and other related questions, see our Book of the Year “Is God Real?” by Lee Strobel.

A Christian Perspective- Episode 22

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Part 1 of Pastor Doug Pratt’s podcast addresses two profound doubts that have been expressed about Christianity: (1) If God is all-powerful and loving, why do people suffer? (2) If there is a God, why doesn’t He reveal Himself more obviously to everyone?  Visit the Life Academy for this exploration of reasons for faith. (For further reading on these and other related questions, see our Book of the Year “Is God Real?” by Lee Strobel.

Two Great Questions Part 1

Pastor Doug Pratt’s podcast addresses two profound doubts that have been expressed about Christianity: (1) If God is all-powerful and loving, why do people suffer? (2) If there is a God, why doesn’t He reveal Himself more obviously to everyone?  Visit the Life Academy for this exploration of reasons for faith. (For further reading on these and other related questions, see our Book of the Year “Is God Real?” by Lee Strobel.

A Christian Perspective- Episode 21

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We get comfortable in the bodies we inhabit. Even when they don’t work right or cause pain, they’re still ours and we love and care for them. But the Bible calls the human body a &#34;tent&#34;. And what is a tent but a temporary dwelling that is fragile and cannot last? For all of us that destination is unavoidable, no matter how diligent we are at self-care. One day our tent is folded up and is no more. And then what? Pastor Doug Pratt offers intriguing evidence about our ultimate future in the audio podcast ‘A Christian Perspective on the Moment After You Die.

The Moment After You Die

We get comfortable in the bodies we inhabit.  Even when they don’t work right or cause pain, they’re still ours and we love and care for them.  But the Bible calls the human body a "tent".  And what is a tent but a temporary dwelling that is fragile and cannot last?  For all of us that destination is unavoidable, no matter how diligent we are at self-care.  One day our tent is folded up and is no more.  And then what?  Pastor Doug Pratt offers intriguing evidence about our ultimate future in the audio podcast ‘A Christian Perspective on the Moment After You Die.

A Christian Perspective- Episode 20

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National news media have discovered that evangelical Christians are significant subculture in our society, and that their votes can male a big difference. Many journalist have criticized those evangelicals who have supported former President Donald Trump as being hypocritical because of his known personal flaws. Pastor Doug Pratt seeks to understand the political mindset of biblically-centered Christians in his new podcast &#34; A Christian Perspective on Evangelicals in the Voting Booth&#34;.

" A Christian Perspective on Evangelicals in the Voting Booth".

National news media have discovered that evangelical Christians are significant subculture in our society, and that their votes can male a big difference. Many journalist have criticized those evangelicals who have supported former President Donald Trump as being hypocritical because of his known personal flaws. Pastor Doug Pratt seeks to understand the political mindset of biblically-centered Christians in his new podcast " A Christian Perspective on Evangelicals in the Voting Booth".

A Christian Perspective- Episode 19

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Why do things so often go wrong? Why do our best-laid plans so often go awry or produce unintended consequences? The problem is not necessarily a lack of brain power. The challenges of human life go deeper than that. Pastor Doug Pratt offers his insights into our continual challenges in the audio podcast “A Christian Perspective on Smart People Making Dumb Choices.

Smart People Making Dumb Choices

Why do things so often go wrong?  Why do our best-laid plans so often go awry or produce unintended consequences?  The problem is not necessarily a lack of brain power.  The challenges of human life go deeper than that.  Pastor Doug Pratt offers his insights into our continual challenges in the audio podcast “A Christian Perspective on Smart People Making Dumb Choices

A Christian Perspective- Episode 18

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The pursuit of happiness is part of our nation’s founding document, assuming this is what every person wants. But achieving a state of perfect happiness is elusive. Author Arthur Brooks in a new book offers some powerful insights into how we can become happier in our life. Pastor Doug Pratt offers a review and his own assessment of this universal and timeless issue.

A Christian Perspective on... Becoming Happier

The pursuit of happiness is part of our nation’s founding document, assuming this is what every person wants.  But achieving a state of perfect happiness is elusive.  Author Arthur Brooks in a new book offers some powerful insights into how we can become happier in our life.  Pastor Doug Pratt offers a review and his own assessment of this universal and timeless issue.

A Christian Perspective- Episode 17

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A Christian Perspective on the Sources of Anti-Semitism” by Pastor Doug Pratt.  Since the terror attack on Israel in early October, Americans have been surprised to see so many vitriolic protests and at times violent attacks on Jews, both in our country and around the world. Where does this hatred come from, and why is Israel (which was clearly the victim of Hamas) being treated as the cause of the Gaza conflict? Pastor Doug explores the roots of anti-semitism, a problem that dates back thousands of years.

A Christian Perspective on the Sources of Anti-Semitism

A Christian Perspective on the Sources of Anti-Semitism” by Pastor Doug Pratt.  Since the terror attack on Israel in early October, Americans have been surprised to see so many vitriolic protests and at times violent attacks on Jews, both in our country and around the world.  Where does this hatred come from, and why is Israel (which was clearly the victim of Hamas) being treated as the cause of the Gaza conflict?  Pastor Doug explores the roots of anti-semitism, a problem that dates back thousands of years.

A Christian Perspective- Episode 16

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Pastor Doug Pratt offers his future vision for America in “A Christian Perspective on the Salvation of the Republican and Democratic Parties”.

The Salvation of the Republican and Democratic Parties

Pastor Doug Pratt offers his future vision for America in “A Christian Perspective on the Salvation of the Republican and Democratic Parties”.

A Christian Perspective- Episode 15

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Pastor Doug Pratt addresses the void in national leadership that we see in our nation’s political parties, and why our current political system has led us to such troubling and polarizing results.

People Without a Leader

Pastor Doug Pratt addresses the void in national leadership that we see in our nation’s political parties, and why our current political system has led us to such troubling and polarizing results.

A Christian Perspective- Episode 14

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The saying is that life sometimes imitates art. When Hurricane Ian’s destructive winds and waves struck Florida, life provided a dramatic confirmation of a story told almost 2,000 years ago by the world’s greatest storyteller. Pastor Doug Pratt shows the connection in this latest podcast. Audio only.

A Christian Perspective - Episode 13

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Pastor Doug Pratt offers a commentary on the tendency in human conflicts to ratchet up the level of engagement with opponents—to the level of mutual destruction. He offers thoughts on an alternative way to handle conflict... a way that reduces the inter-personal tension and mutual escalation.

A Christian Perspective - Episode 12

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A sad reality of human nature is that even smart people can make illogical choices and have inconsistent opinions. Jesus warned us to take the log out of our own eyes before we try to remove the speck out of someone else’s, but we often ignore that wisdom. We judge other people but fail to see the flaws in our own views. In this episode, Pastor Doug Pratt identifies the morally-flawed and rationally-compromised views of many of our contemporaries in this relevant look at controversial issues.

A Christian Perspective - Episode 11

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True democracy is built on continual competition between different ideas, policies, and values. In this audio podcast, Pastor Doug Pratt examines the spirit of a competitive democracy, ways in which it is being violated in America, and the cause of the “sore loser culture.” Audio only.

A Christian Perspective - Episode 10

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Although no longer in the public spotlight, the people in Ukraine are still living in a war zone. How are we, as Christians, to understand its horrors and the ripple effects felt across the globe? In this podcast, Pastor Doug Pratt examines the many intricacies of the Ukraine war and offers his perspective on the source of darkness in today’s world. Audio only.

A Christian Perspective - Episode 9

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In this audio podcast, Pastors Doug Pratt and June Barrow express their perspectives on the emotionally charged topic of abortion. Although a contemporary subject, its core choice takes us back to the moral foundation of the Christian Church. Are reproductive rights simply a positive spin on a tragic decision? Does personal freedom outweigh the sanctity of life? Audio only.

A Christian Perspective - Episode 8

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Pastor Doug Pratt explains how the principles that have helped make America great are built on the assumption of meritocracy—that those who are best equipped, skilled, and suited shall be elevated to positions of influence. Current trends threaten this philosophy in many areas of our national life. Are meritocratic principles consistent with the Bible and should they be reaffirmed in our generations?

A Christian Perspective – Episode 7

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Pastor Doug Pratt takes a tentative, but faith-filled look into the future of our nation. In Part 1 we looked at America’s current internal struggles and its place in the world. Now we evaluate the spiritual and moral climate of our country and the place of the Christian church within it. This thought-provoking and challenging series will stretch your understanding of the past, present, and future.

A Christian Perspective – Episode 6 Part 2

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Is America Doomed? In this new audio podcast, Pastor Doug Pratt takes a tentative, but faith-filled look into the future for our nation. He evaluates America’s place in the world and its internal struggles. This thought-provoking and challenging series will stretch your understanding of the past, present, and future.

A Christian Perspective – Episode 6 Part 1

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The Failings of the Church How do Christians make sense of the recent struggles and failings of so many churches and prominent Christian leaders? How are we to function as the people who call ourselves by the name of Jesus in an increasingly secular and hostile cultural environment? Pastor Doug Pratt addresses these concerns in this heartfelt podcast.

Christian Perspective – Episode 5

Practical and topical teachings

Life Academy provides practical and topical teachings ideal for individual study or small group discussions with a wide range of contemporary issues, personal and family concerns, and spiritual insights will be covered.