Why Do Christians...?
The Christian faith can be difficult to understand sometimes. You can be brand new to it, or in the faith your entire life and still have questions about why Christians do what they do. Come along for the ride every week as a Christian radio DJ and a Pastor unpack the question “Why do Christians…?”
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Why Do Christians Reject Other Religions?
Sunday, April 28, 2024
Contrary to popular belief, we are not all “praying to the same god.” In this episode we dive into why Christianity simply can’t “partner” with other faiths.We’d love to answer your questions about Christians, Christian faith,
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Why Do Christians Listen To Christian Radio?
Sunday, April 21, 2024
Why do Christians have their own music stations? We invite Bill Sammons to talk about why he started not one, but TWO Christian radio stations in his career. We discuss the importance of Christian radio, and why Mark Dickey is his favorite afternoon sh...
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Why Do Christians Pray For Their Food?
Sunday, April 14, 2024
Praying for your food is one of those staple Christian things you do, but why? Is praying for your food important? Find out in this week’s episode.We’d love to answer your questions about Christians, Christian faith, or culture on a future episode!
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Why Do Christians Say Jesus Is God?
Sunday, April 7, 2024
How can Jesus be God if God is God, and Jesus is Jesus? It’s all very confusing. Good thing Pastor Burt is here to help!We’d love to answer your questions about Christians, Christian faith, or culture on a future episode!
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Why Do Christians Celebrate Easter?
Sunday, March 31, 2024
Have you ever wondered why Christians celebrate Easter? What’s the big deal, or why isn’t it a bigger deal? Join Mark Dickey and Burt Miller as they discuss why Christians celebrate Easter.We’d love to answer your questions about Christians,
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Why Do Christians Celebrate Good Friday?
Sunday, March 24, 2024
Three days before Easter Jesus died on the Cross. Why is that remembered as a good thing? Why do Christians call it Good Friday? Find out on this week's episode.If you’d like to hear Mark on The Afternoon Show on The Bridge,
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Why Do Christians Not Get Drunk?
Sunday, March 17, 2024
Alcohol is so present in scripture, yet Christians have so many different views on it. Is it okay to drink alcohol? is it okay to get drunk? Find out on this week's episode.If you need help with addiction,https://www.celebraterecovery.
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Why Do Christians Form Cliques?
Sunday, March 10, 2024
As welcoming as Christian churches try to be, oftentimes it’s still a bit difficult to find community. Whether you’re a new Christian joining your first church; or trying to find deeper relationships at a church you already attend,
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Why Do Christians Deny Science?
Sunday, March 3, 2024
"What's the fastest way to start a debate? Have Christians talk about their thoughts on Creation, The Big Bang, Evolution, and really any form of science. Further Reading suggested by Pastor Burt,Case For Christ by Lee StrobelCold Case Christianity by J.
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Why Do Christians Forgive Their Enemies?
Sunday, February 25, 2024
Our culture will tell you to pay back wrong for wrong, but Jesus doesn’t. Why? In this episode we cover the concept of forgiveness, why we should practice it, and why it’s so hard to do sometimes.If you’d like to hear Mark on The Afternoon Show on The ...
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Why Do Christians Worship With Their Hands Up?
Sunday, February 18, 2024
In some churches its normal, in others you’ll get strange looks! In this episode we look into why Christians raise their hands in worship, and also a bit of the history behind the gesture.If you’d like to hear Mark on The Afternoon Show on The Bridge,
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Why Do Christians Say Gosh?
Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Over the years we’ve come up with a lot of ways to swear without swearing. What does the Bible say about that? And what does it really mean to take the Lord’s name in vain?If you’d like to hear Mark on The Afternoon Show on The Bridge,
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Why Do Christians Not Watch R Rated Movies?
Sunday, February 4, 2024
Or do they? What does scripture say about it? We take a deep dive into the film ratings system and how you can determine if a movie is appropriate for your faith walk.Plugged In Movie Reviewhttps://www.pluggedin.
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Why Do Christians Go To Church?
Sunday, January 28, 2024
The extent of many Christians’ faith starts and ends with attending church services. Why do we go? Why do we go once a week? Is online church okay? Do I have to talk to people? Mark and Burt unpack it all in this week’s episode.
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Why Do Christians Try To Convert People?
Sunday, January 21, 2024
Yeah, it’s an awkward topic, but we’re going there! What is the fascination behind Christians’ desire to have people believe what they believe?Here's that Penn Jillette Clip we used in this episode...https://www.youtube.com/watch?
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Why Do Christians Get Baptized?
Sunday, January 14, 2024
One thing that is especially unique about the Christian faith is the concept of baptism. Why did Jesus command us to be baptized? Why are there so many different interpretations of baptism? Find out why in this week's episode of Why Do Christians…?
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Why Do Christians Translate The Bible?
Sunday, January 7, 2024
Why are there so many different types of Bibles? Which one is right for me? In this episode, we dive into the history of Bible translations and why picking your first Bible doesn't have to be a daunting task.
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Why Do Christians Have Quiet Times?
Sunday, December 31, 2023
Quiet times, devotions, Bible studies, prayer. They’re all referring to the same practice of slowing down your pace and connecting with God. But why do Christians do it? In this episode, Mark and Pastor Burt unpack why Christians have quiet times.
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Why Do Christians Do Podcasts On Christmas Eve?
Sunday, December 24, 2023
It really is a controversial question; but in this exclusive episode, Mark and Burt get to the bottom of it.If you’d like to hear Mark on The Afternoon Show on The Bridge, listen online at wearethebridge.orgIf you’d like to learn more about Pastor Burt...
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Why Do Christians Speak Christianese? Vol. 1
Sunday, December 17, 2023
What is Christianese? It's a bit of an oxymoron because it's a term that explains the strange words and phrases that Christians use that non-Christians do not. In this episode, we unpack some of the strange things Christians say.
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Why Do Christians Celebrate Christmas?
Sunday, December 10, 2023
Seems obvious, right? But plenty of non-Christians celebrate Christmas, too. In this episode we discuss the reason for the season (The Christmas season that is, not Winter, we know why Winter happens ;)).If you’d like to hear Mark on The Afternoon Show...
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Why Do Christians Suffer?
Sunday, December 3, 2023
It’s a common question: if there really is a God, then why is there still suffering in the world? In this episode, we tackle why there is suffering in the world and why Christians suffer as well.If you’d like to hear Mark on The Afternoon Show on The B...
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Why Do Christians Quote John 3:16?
Sunday, November 26, 2023
I’m sure you’ve seen a sign for “John 3:16” somewhere. Maybe on a bumper sticker, billboard, or the endzone of a football game. In this episode, we dive into the significance of the world’s most quoted Bible verse.
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Why Do Christians Believe In Grace?
Sunday, November 19, 2023
What’s the deal with grace, and why is it so “amazing?” In this episode, Mark and Burt discuss the fundamental pillar of Christianity which is, grace.If you’d like to hear Mark on The Afternoon Show on The Bridge, listen online at wearethebridge.
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Why Do Christians Get Married?
Sunday, November 12, 2023
Christians put a big emphasis on marriage. In this episode, Mark and Burt discuss what scripture says about this special union.If you’d like to hear Mark on The Afternoon Show on The Bridge, listen online at wearethebridge.
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Why Do Christians Believe In Heaven?
Sunday, November 5, 2023
I think everyone hopes that there is something after we die. Why do Christians think that Heaven is real? In this special episode, Mark and Burt discuss Heaven on the one-year anniversary of their mothers' passing away.
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Why Do Christians Have Testimonies?
Sunday, October 29, 2023
Who are Mark and Burt? In this episode you’ll hear why they chose to follow Jesus and become Christians. You might also learn some random facts about them. Why Burt goes to Florida every year, and why Mark doesn’t.
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Why Do Christians Believe In Demons?
Monday, October 23, 2023
What's the deal with demons? What are they? What do they look like? How do I know if I’m hearing from God or Satan? And should we be afraid? Join Mark Dickey and Burt Miller as they discuss why Christians believe in demons.
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Why Do Christians Have Denominations?
Sunday, October 15, 2023
Have you ever wondered why Christians have so many different kinds of churches? What even is a denomination? If they are all Christian, shouldn’t they all get along, or be the same? Why do churches split? How do I know which church to choose?
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Why Do Christians Love Chick-Fil-A?
Sunday, October 8, 2023
Have you ever wondered why Christians are so obsessed with Chick-fil-a? Why are they so devoted to this brand above so many others? Is it okay to boycott businesses that contradict my faith values? Should we only give our money to businesses that share...
