04-06 A Man From Nazareth

(OK, so not THE man from Nazareth, but you get the idea...) Pastor Mark takes a much needed vacation after Holy Week, so From the Back Row invites a special guest, Mr. Shadi Bishara, who grew up in Nazareth, Israel. We discuss what it was like growing up Christian in such an historical place but now thought to be full of conflict and danger (hint: it's not all that the media says it is). Edited for some mild language. Opening Song (which is really quite cool) is by Devotchka called 'Dark Eyes' and the closing song is by Fairuz (one of the most famous singers in the Arab world who happens to be Christian) called 'Marreit Beil Shawari'. Enjoy!

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03-17 The Miracle of Easter - Hint: It's Not About the Bunny

Easter is a time of Easter eggs, pretty dresses, candy and the oh so famous chocolate bunny.  Or is it?

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03-02 The Meaning of Life

Philosophers and Theologians have grappled with the age-old question "What Is the Meaning of Life?" In 30 minutes we dare to dive into the deep philosophical waters, too! Grab your water wings and dive in too!

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02-16-10 The "A" Word

It's controversial and a decisive issue in our culture today as "From the Back Row" looks at the issue of abortion. We look at what the Bible says and what might be a way, as a Christian community, that we could help to reduce the number of abortions each year. Opening music is 'Battle Without Honor or Humanity' by Tomoyasu Hofei - closing music is 'Stoney Street' by Amon Tobin.

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02-03-10 Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People?

Horrific earthquakes in Haiti, job losses and home foreclosures, terrorists killing innocent lives. How can God let these things happen? Or does He? Listen today to our latest podcast as we talk about why bad things happen to good people.

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01-19 Lutefisk, Green Jell-o and Amazing Grace: What It Means to be a Lutheran

Why go to a Lutheran church? What would you expect when you walk in the doors on Sunday morning? Listen as we dive into the Reformation and look at what it means to be a Lutheran in today's world. We focus on God's grace, the Bible, Lutheran education and, yes, the classic Lutheran potluck!

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01-05 From Pac-Man to Call of Duty 4: The World of Video Games

Your son our daughter just received that brand new gaming system for Christmas and you're wondering what this Wild World of Video Gaming might be all about. Or you love to game, but your parents don't understand the fun. You grew up playing Pac-Man but know nothing about the gaming world? Listen as we discuss what's out there and what the gaming world is all about from a Christian perspective.

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