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Just a Thinker

Bryan Bootka

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Do we, Christians, support public policies that are incongruent with a biblical worldview? And if so, how would we know? How should a biblical worldview inform our approach to Criminal Justice, Education, Immigration, Illegal Drugs, Taxes, and more from a public policy standpoint? We can all think critically about these subjects even if we are not experts in a specific area, but are we thinking biblically about them? Or is it possible that, as believers with a biblical worldview, we still ne ...
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Libertarian political principles (it is an economic and political system, not a system of ethics) most closely align with Jesus’ teaching in the Sermon on the Mount about loving our brother, loving our enemies, and treating others how we would like to be treated. In short, don’t hurt people, and don’t take their stuff. Republican incumbents are the…
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Suffering is a common experience among all humans. People have turned to all kinds of remedies and solutions for suffering, but Jesus is the only One who can save you and give you hope, even in the midst of the pain. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support…
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Jesus gave us the Lord’s Prayer not just to memorize but as a guide to empower our daily prayer life. Pastor Avery reveals the meaning behind the words of Jesus, “Pray, then in this way.” --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support
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The anointing is God’s presence and power flowing out of believers and onto others. We are the vessels that carry the anointing, but the oil only flows when there are empty vessels to receive it. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support
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The anointing is God’s presence and power flowing out of believers and onto others. We are the vessels that carry theanointing, but if the oil of God’s power is going to flow out of us, we must be broken. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support
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God is writing His story on the lives of His children. He is making Himself known and His message seen in our lives. When you realize this, it changes how you react to challenges and gives hope in the midst of every circumstance --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support…
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What expectations do you have for your daughter when it comes to dating or for your future son-in-law? I have a few. We intend to set our children up for success rather than heartache. Let me know how far off track you think I am.
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David Ross is a guest on the 10th episode of the Just a Thinker podcast. He shares his experience with unanswered prayers. We discuss whether or not they are unanswered or is it sometimes they are not answered in the way we want?
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What if we could end the cartel’s reign of terror and related gang violence, minimize loss of life from fentanyl overdoses, and instead put our attention on the heart or spiritual issues that lead to substance abuse in the first place? What if ending prohibition would do this? What if allowing the legal production and sale of such things would acco…
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What if the legalization of vices we currently outlaw would enhance our capacity to reach those Jesus expects us to care for? How often do we challenge our thinking and reflect on our societal norms as followers of Jesus? Why do we as believers find it challenging to accept that legality doesn't always align with morality, and why is it difficult t…
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Let’s do a thought experiment: Imagine that on your job site, the city inspector seems to have invented 107 new violations today that were not there yesterday, which could cost many thousands of dollars per day in delays. That’s easy for many to imagine because something like that has happened to them, or maybe it is right now. Now imagine praying …
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Welcome to episode 0003 of The Just a Thinker podcast. I am your host, Bryan Bootka. I wonder if Jesus would refer to illegal aliens, the legal term, as “Invaders,” or would he have told us they were our “Neighbors?” In episode 0001, we discussed citizenship and our identity in Jesus. As his followers, we are part of the church, called out from amo…
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If you were asked about your national identity, would you say without hesitation, a Christian, or would you say American? If you answer “Christian” have you considered how that should shape your view on public policy? This is episode 0001 of The Just a Thinker podcast and today let’s talk about Kingdom Citizenship: Examining National Identity from …
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The cross where Jesus Christ died was not pretty, or hip, or cool, or fashionable. The Cross where Jesus died was a blood bath, and without the shedding of His blood no one could be saved. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support
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The Christian life isn’t always good feelings and quick results. There are dry seasons when the feelings aren’t there, and we struggle to see results that once came easy. Anyone can live as they should when it’s the rainy season, but the truly victorious, the ones who endure till the end, the ones who change the world, they are the ones who stay th…
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One day, when we see Jesus face to face, everything will change. Our troubles will be over, our questions will be answered, and we will be like Him. So how do we live in light of this truth? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support
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Although it’s easy to see Satan’s strategies and attacks on the world, it’s not always easy to see his strategies and attacks on you personally. In this message, Pastor Avery helps you understand, identify, and defeat the devil’s personal attacks. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support…
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There is a realm from which all the natural world flows. It is the Spirit Realm. The Spirit realm is where we get our peace, power, and authority. Christians who engage only in this natural world have no greater power than the average person, but Christians who engage both the natural realm and the spiritual realm can change their world for Jesus. …
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As a Christian it is easy to lose track of who you are. You can feel isolated, worthless, and weak. You may even feel the church or Christianity itself is under attack. It's time to remember who we are: Powerful, Blessed, Victorious. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support…
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The world wants proof that Jesus is who He says He is. Jesus said that He would give one sign to prove Himself. That sign was the resurrection. If Jesus could do what no other man has ever done and raise Himself from the dead, then it would be the sign to the world that He is, in fact, the Son of God. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.sp…
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You have a sphere of influence and God has placed you there to represent Him. In this message, Pastor Avery will help you identity your area of influence and become more intentional about ministering to the people in your world. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support…
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In the super-hero epic black panther, the villain Killmonger iterates the point that Wakanda should sharetheir resources. This is true of the church as well. What are our resources?What do we do with them? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support
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In every corner of life God places an individual who will advance the Kingdom, fight the enemy, help those in need, stand up for the oppressed, love the unloved, and spread His message of hope. Your world needs someone like that. Will you be THAT-MAN? --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support…
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Problems in the Christian walk can often be overcome by going back to the fundamentals of our faith. Pastor Danny Moore reminds us of some foundational truths from God’s word that can help you and I get our proverbial feet back on solid ground. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support…
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Have you lost hope? Christians should be the most hope filled people in the world. In this message, Pastor Avery shares why Hope is essential to the Christian life and how you and I can increase our future by increasing our Hope. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support…
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Why Do I Love God? It’s very simple, because He loved me first. When you let God love you, you will love Him in return. So, what is God’s Love? How do I let Him love me? Pastor Avery answers these questions --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/austin-alive-church/support
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