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The PursueGOD Truth Podcast
The official faith and life podcast for the discipleship resources at pursueGOD.org. Great for families, small groups, and one-on-one mentoring. New sermonlink topics every Friday.
Episodes
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Skull Rings and Memento Mori: Is It Biblical?
Jonathan Roumie — the actor who plays Jesus in The Chosen — posted a video this week showing skull rings on every finger and calling it "memento mori." The…
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Five Essentials for Disciple-Making (Pursuit 12)
In this final episode of the Pursuit series, Bryan walks through five biblical essentials for disciple-making drawn from Paul's letter to the Colossians…
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How to Make Disciples (Pursuit 11)
Jesus gave his followers one final assignment before he left the earth, and many Christians have quietly handed it off to pastors and missionaries. In this…
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Why YOU Should Make Disciples (Pursuit 10)
Most believers settle for a two-legged version of Christianity: receiving salvation and working on personal morality. While necessary, this framework leaves…
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The Big 5 Spiritual Disciplines (Pursuit 09)
In this episode we break down the vital distinction between legalistic performance and grace-fueled effort, laying out an actionable playbook for the five…
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Three Keys to Everyday Victory (Pursuit 08)
Tired of treating your spiritual life like a doomed New Year's resolution? In this episode, we break down why the "try harder" cycle of spiritual growth always…
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What Does the Bible Say about Baptism? (Pursuit 07)
Understanding the shift from receiving God's grace through faith to actively walking out a life that honors Him. While salvation is entirely a free gift, the…
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How Can I Be Saved? (Pursuit 06)
What is the difference between knowing about Jesus and actually being saved by Him? In this comprehensive episode of the PursueGOD Truth Podcast, Pastor Bryan…
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Who Is Jesus? (Pursuit 05)
Jesus is the most written about, fought over, and misunderstood person in history. But who was he, really? What does the Bible say? Peter’s sermon in Acts 10 –…
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What Is Sin? (Pursuit 04)
In this lesson, we confront a topic that modern culture often avoids or redefines: the biblically honest, intellectually rigorous diagnosis of human nature. Up…
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Imago Dei: Why You Matter (Pursuit 03)
Every culture has a value system that is shaped by core beliefs, and western civilization is no exception. Whether you believe in biblical Christianity or not…
The PursueGOD Truth PodcastRun Away From Lust - Fight Club
We learn how to sharpen your awareness so you can identify lust before it takes hold, use Scripture the way Jesus did in the wilderness, and load your mind…
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How Do I Know I Can Trust the Bible? (Pursuit 02)
Before we can pursue the God of the Bible, we need to examine the Bible itself. How do we know that we can trust what it says? Why should we listen to its…
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Step by Step Guide To Freedom From Lust - Fight Club
Today we go over your step by step guide to finally having freedom from lust Chronological Chapter Timestamps - The Missing Roadmap: Why willpower isn't enough…
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Why Pursue God? (Pursuit 01)
In this opening episode of a 12-week series on The Pursuit, Pastor Bryan Dwyer, Pastor Ross Anderson, and Tracy Dwyer introduce the fundamental truths of…
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You Can't Defeat Lust By Yourself - Fight Club
If you’ve spent years trying to clean up your behavior through tips, tricks, and sheer willpower, only to land right back where you started, this conversation…
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What Would Jesus Say to Entrepreneurs Today?
While modern business gurus like Steven Bartlett and Elon Musk emphasize extending time horizons from 5 to 50 years to build durable, multi-generational…
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The Truth About Money, Success, & What Men Actually Worship
What happens when you achieve the ultimate "world's version" of success—building websites with 15 million monthly views—but you're still miserable inside? In…
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From Failure to Freedom - Fight Club
We exposes how pride and burnout sabotage growth, offering a practical plan to reset through honesty and daily discipline. Chronological Chapter Topics: – The…
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How to Share the Gospel with a Skeptic
In this episode, we look at John Lennox’s conversation with Stephen Bartlett to learn how Christians can share the gospel with skeptics, agnostics, and curious…
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Is Christian Nationalism a Threat to the Gospel?
This episode explores the difference between toxic Christian nationalism, progressive Christianity, and faithful biblical truth. At the center is one key…
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Take Control of Your Thoughts - Fight Club
This episode delivers a hard-hitting tactical blueprint to help men reclaim control over their thoughts from the grip of mental temptation by using a 3-step…
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Was Jesus’ Gospel Different than Paul’s Gospel?
Some people look at the New Testament and wonder if Jesus and the Apostle Paul were actually preaching two different religions. But when you look at the raw…
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Discipline Your Eyes To Defeat Lust - Fight Club
In this episode, we go over how unchecked eyes secretly ruin your personal defenses and drive your life toward temptation. 1. Chronological "Chapter"…
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If Nothing Changes, Nothing Will Change - Burn the Ships - Fight Club
In this episode, we break down the critical framework of "environment discipline" and why trying to negotiate with your daily temptations is a guaranteed path…
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How to Share Your Faith with a Muslim
Sharing your faith with a Muslim friend is a beautiful opportunity, but it can also feel a bit intimidating if you aren’t sure where to start. The best way to…
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Routine - Fight Club
In this episode, we discuss how establishing a structured daily routine serves as the ultimate weapon for breaking free from destructive cycles and maintaining…
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What’s the Difference between Sunni and Shia Muslims?
The main difference between Sunni and Shia Muslims centers on a historical disagreement over who should have led the Muslim community after the prophet…
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The Fight Club - Fight Club
In this episode, we break down the critical necessity of building a confidential "Fight Club" brotherhood to break free from the trap of lust and isolation. We…
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What Is Sharia Law for Muslims?
Sharia law is the comprehensive legal and moral code that guides every aspect of a Muslim’s life, from religious rituals to social justice and personal…
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What Are the Core Teachings of Islam?
The core teachings of Islam are built on the concept of total submission to the will of Allah. At the heart of the faith are the “Five Pillars of Islam,” which…
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What Does Islam Teach About Jesus and the Bible?
If you’re looking for what Islam teaches about Jesus and the Bible, you’ll find a mix of high respect and significant disagreement. Islam teaches that Jesus…
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What Is the History of Islam?
If you’re looking into the history of Islam, you’ll find a story that began in the seventh century with a man named Muhammad in the city of Mecca. Islam…
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Air Force General Discusses Israel and the Church
See the full series: Israel and The Church -- The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the “easy button” for making disciples – whether you’re looking for resources to…
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What Is Replacement Theology?
Replacement theology, also known as supersessionism, is the theological view that the Christian church has replaced the nation of Israel in God’s plan…
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What Is Covenant Theology?
Covenant theology is a framework for understanding the Bible that sees God’s relationship with humanity as a series of formal agreements, or “covenants.”…
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What Is Christian Zionism?
Christian Zionism is a belief system and movement among some Christians, primarily Evangelicals, who support the right of the Jewish people to return to their…
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Unpacking Dispensationalism
Dispensationalism is the theological system that stands as the primary alternative to covenant theology. It teaches that God has worked through different…
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How Does Theology Impact My View of Israel Today?
The way you interpret the Bible—specifically whether you lean toward Covenant Theology or Dispensationalism—acts like a pair of glasses. It colors everything…
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The Courtroom at the Cross
The Bible teaches that Jesus had to die because God is both perfectly holy and perfectly loving. Since every human has sinned, we owe a debt to God’s justice…
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The Slow Burn: Why You Aren’t Perfect Yet
In this episode, Pastor Bryan challenges the myth of instant spiritual transformation and explains how real change happens through the slow, often messy…
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New Nature, Old Habits: The Struggle
Welcome back! When you become a Christian, your old nature—the person you were apart from God—is legally and spiritually dead, but it is not yet physically…
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What Are The Major Covenants In The Bible?
Welcome back to the Truth Podcast! In this episode, we explore the structural backbone of the entire Bible: The Covenants. From the rainbow over Noah to the…
The PursueGOD Truth PodcastKevin and Jennifer’s Story: Pregnant at 52 (PART 2) - The Family Podcast
In part two of this story, Kevin and Jennifer continue their journey as they wrestle with what faithfulness to God looks like after discovering they still had…
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The First Priests: Why You Were Made for the Garden
In this episode we peel back the layers of the Genesis narrative to reveal a startling truth: Eden wasn't a retirement villa; it was a high-stakes job site. By…
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Kevin and Jennifer’s Story: Pregnant at 52 (PART 1) - The Family Podcast
In this part one episode, Kevin and Jennifer Gordon share their remarkable journey through years of infertility, miscarriage, IVF, and adoption—and how, after…
The PursueGOD Truth PodcastHebrews: Failure to Launch - The PursueGOD Sermon Podcast
FAILURE TO LAUNCH Big Idea: Spiritual maturity isn’t about age; it’s about the “launch.” It’s the moment you stop being a consumer of the church and start…
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Understanding Biblical Interpretation: Exegesis and Hermeneutics
In this episode Pastor Bryan challenges the popular but dangerous habit of "narcissistic" Bible reading—treating the Scriptures like a mirror to validate our…
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Forgiveness: What It Is and What It Isn't - The Family Podcast
In this episode, Tracy explains why forgiveness isn’t passive, instant, or pretending the hurt didn’t happen—it’s an active, ongoing choice that makes healing…
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Is There a Difference Between Soul and Spirit?
Have you ever wondered if you’re a two-part or a three-part being? While many Christians use the terms "soul" and "spirit" interchangeably, others argue they…
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Simply Encourage on the Way Home - The Family Podcast
In this episode, Tracy unpacks the pressure-filled world of youth sports and challenges parents to trade performance-driven parenting for Christ-centered…
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PursueGOD 2026 Update
Welcome back to the podcast! Join us this week for a special episode, highlighting the updates to our website in 2026! -- The PursueGOD Truth podcast is the…
The PursueGOD Truth PodcastMormonism’s Cover Up Culture - Unveiling Mormonism
In this episode Bryan connects the dots between modern prophetic scandals and early Mormonism, exposing how unchecked authority and “new revelation” can lead…
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Hebrews: Greater Than The G.O.A.T. - The PursueGOD Sermon Podcast
Greater Than the G.O.A.T. Hebrews 3:1–6 Who’s the Greatest of All Time? In football, fans argue over quarterbacks. In basketball, it’s Jordan or LeBron. In…
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Valentine’s Day Special - The Family Podcast
In this Valentine’s Day special, Bryan and Tracy reflect on nearly 30 years of marriage by choosing one word to define each decade, encouraging you to do the…
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Hebrews: Why did Jesus Have to Become Human? - The PursueGOD Sermon Podcast
WHY DID JESUS HAVE TO BECOME HUMAN? (CHRISTOLOGY 2) Last week, we began our journey through Hebrews by focusing on Christ’s divine nature. In just four verses…
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Creating a Time Budget For Your Family - The Family Podcast
In this episode, Tracy unpacks the idea of a time budget and challenges us to take an honest look at how we spend our time and what it reveals about our true…
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What Kind of Power Does the Devil Have?
While the Bible depicts the devil as a formidable and active force in our world, his authority is far from absolute. Often misunderstood as an equal opposite…
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Brandi and AJ’s Story: Mormon to Atheist to Christian - Unveiling Mormonism
In this episode, Brandi and AJ share how unanswered questions, painful discovery, and an honest search for truth led them from “grinding for godhood” in…
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Hebrews: The Seven Attributes of Jesus - The PursueGOD Sermon Podcast
The Seven Attributes of Jesus (Christology 1) Big Idea: Jesus Christ is not just a chapter in the story of God; He is the Author, the Hero, and the Ending…