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The Christ Centered Life

Pastor Derek Allen and his wife, Lindsay, discuss what it means to live The Christ Centered Life--a life where Jesus is at the center of everything.

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May 2, 2022 Derek and Lindsay Allen 46:31 The C2 Life

Episode 23: Me, Thee, and LGBT Part 1

This episode is the first of two parts that explores the LGBTQ worldview in light of the biblical worldview. In part one, Derek and Lindsay share the short story The Emporer's New Clothes and highlight parallels with the 21st-century cultural milieu that

Apr 27, 2022 Derek and Lindsay Allen 37:10 The C2 Life

Episode 22: A Visit to the Holy Land

Earlier this month, we had the opportunity to visit Israel, and in this episode of The C2 Life, we share some of the highlights of the trip plus three reasons you should consider going.

Mar 21, 2022 Derek and Lindsay Allen 48:49 The C2 Life

Episode 21: Country Music Theology

Whether we realize it or not, the music we listen to shapes our worldview and even our theology. In this episode, Derek and Lindsay are joined by Pastor Ralph Rimmer, and the three of them discuss the tenets of Country Music Theology and provide some exam

Mar 7, 2022 Derek and Lindsay Allen 53:18 The C2 Life

Episode 20: Affair Proofing Your Marriage

Is it possible to affair-proof a marriage? What steps can we take to strengthen our marriages against sexual sins? How do we trust the Lord when we are afraid of future marital unfaithfulness? Listen in to this episode of The Christ Centered Life

Feb 21, 2022 Derek and Lindsay Allen 37:16 The C2 Life

Episode 19: You Need a Marriage Getaway!

When is the last time you've been away on an overnight trip with your spouse and without the kids? In this episode, Derek and Lindsay share some tips to help you make that happen along with four lies that couples believe which keep them from couples getaw

Feb 14, 2022 Derek and Lindsay Allen 44:00 The C2 Life

Episode 18: Take a Little Wine for Your Stomach

In the not too distant past, alcohol use was considered a sin by many churches and pastors. Now, drinking seems like a normal part of the lives of many followers of Christ. What does the Bible say about drinking alcohol? Is there any difference between th

Jan 25, 2022 Derek and Lindsay Allen 37:54 The C2 Life

Episode 17: Who's In Control?

The desire to want to control the world around you and the future that is ahead of you is only human--but it is a sinful part of being human. Only God knows and controls the future. Listen in as Lindsay and Derek discuss three ways we subtly and futilely

Jan 6, 2022 Derek and Lindsay Allen 41:58 The C2 Life

Episode 16: To Trump or Not to Trump, That is the Question

Yep, we're going there. And it's something we really need to talk about. Did God send Trump to save America? Is Trump a moral leader? Is Donald Trump a better alternative than Joe Biden? How should the church relate to Trump? Listen in, and join the conve

Dec 28, 2021 Derek and Lindsay Allen 37:57 The C2 Life

Episode 15: Giving as a Family

Giving is one of the greatest opportunities we have to shape our own hearts and the hearts of our children. How do we take advantage of those opportunities, and what can we do to make the most of what we give? Listen in as Lindsay and Derek discuss giving

Dec 20, 2021 Derek and Lindsay Allen 30:01 The C2 Life

Episode 14: Accomplish Something that Matters in 2022

How can we set and achieve goals that matter for eternity in 2022? What do you want to see the Lord do through your relationship with Him, your family, your health, your time, and your relationship with others? How can you develop a practical plan to acco

Dec 15, 2021 Derek and Lindsay Allen 42:03 The C2 Life

Episode 13: Is Christmas a pagan holiday?

Some say Christmas is simply a pagan holiday wrapped in a thin layer of Jesus. Is that true? Why do we celebrate Christmas on December 25th? Are we celebrating pagan deities related to the winter solstice when we think we are celebrating the birth of Jesu

Nov 30, 2021 Derek and Lindsay Allen 29:10 The C2 Life

Episode 12: To Santa or Not to Santa

What should Christian parents do about Santa? If we are honest with our children, do we risk robbing them of the "magic" of the season? If we don't tell our children the truth about Santa, are we allowing the culture to eclipse Jesus? How can we steward t