Did Jesus really change the world—or is that just something Christians say? In this episode, Pastor Doug explores the undeniable historical, cultural, and personal impact of Jesus Christ, from reshaping human dignity to transforming individual lives today. You’ll be challenged to consider not only how Jesus changed history, but what that means for your own heart, purpose, and future.

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Discussion Questions:

1. In what concrete ways has Jesus influenced the world we live in today?
2. Why do some people struggle to accept the claim that Jesus truly changed history?
3. If Jesus can change the world, what areas of your own life might need His transforming power?

What does the birth of Jesus have to do with a world marked by fear, violence, and terrorism? In this episode, Pastor Doug explores the sharp contrast between the message of Christmas and the spirit of terror that dominates headlines. You’ll be challenged to think biblically about peace, evil, hope, and how the coming of Christ still speaks powerfully into a broken and fearful world.

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Discussion Questions:

1. How does the message of Christmas confront fear and violence in today’s world?
2. What does Jesus’ teaching on peace reveal about how Christians should respond to terrorism and evil?
3. How can you live out the hope of Christ in a culture shaped by fear and uncertainty?

Did Jesus shape the way we understand the human mind and emotional health? In this episode, Pastor Doug explores how Jesus’ teachings laid the groundwork for ideas we now associate with modern psychology—identity, purpose, healing, responsibility, and transformation. You’ll see how biblical truth speaks powerfully to the heart, long before psychology ever became a discipline.

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Discussion Questions:

1. In what ways do Jesus’ teachings address emotional and mental health?
2. How does a biblical understanding of identity differ from modern psychological approaches?
3. How can following Jesus bring real healing to the mind and heart today?