The Dwell Podcast

Episode 89: Immigration and the Christian Worldview

Immigration is an issue everyone has opinions about, and we all know it's a problem. It can feel like humans are often being used as political bargaining chips for one party or the other to gain power. We can do our part at the ballot box, but what do we do during the hundreds of days between elections? How do we as Christians live in this moment? How do we reconcile obedience to law and loving our neighbor?

Episode 88: And Then There Were Five

Derek and Lindsay complete their series, which began with their dating story, by jumping all the way to parenting their five children. They discuss nuances that came with each addition to the family and lessons learned from being a family of seven.

Episode 87: From None to One

Is anyone ever truly ready to become a parent? Derek and Lindsay certainly weren't! But with the support of godly mentors, trusted resources, and lots of hands-on experience, they didn’t just survive those early years — they thrived. Listen in to this episode as they recap some highlights of going from none to one.

Episode 86: The First Five

Ever wonder what it takes to build a rock-solid marriage? What about once kids come along? Join us as we look back at the first five years of our marriage. In this episode, Derek and Lindsay share their story, the lessons they learned, and why they believe those early years were crucial in building a solid foundation on which their family could grow.

Episode 85: Engagement to Newlyweds

In this episode of the Christ-Centered Life, hosts Derek Allen and Lindsay Allen continue their personal story, discussing their journey from dating to engagement, including the proposal and their early marriage years. They share details about their relationship, including memorable experiences, the significance of God's grace in their marriage, and lessons learned while preparing for a lifetime together.

Episode 84: Our Dating Story: The Mistakes, the Messes, and the Mercy

Derek and Lindsay discuss their dating journey, emphasizing the importance of intentionality in relationships and how their experiences shaped their marriage.

Episode 83: Prioritizing Family Devotion and Family Worship

Link to the Allen Family devotional plan: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wkczpIXCtNJXrExjFTJPCF7ynwwFHLtR8LtRaaYbqeI/edit?tab=t.0

Episode 82: Family Fun or Immoral Debauchery? Mardi Gras

What are Christians to do with Mardi Gras? Is it just another way to have good, clean family fun, or is it a celebration of immorality and debauchery? Listen in as Derek and Lindsay talk about it on this episode of The C2 Life.

Episode 81: Protecting Kids and Teens in a Device Driven World

Links from this Episode
Discounted Bark Phone: https://www.bark.us/?ref=CQ2DH9J
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Screen Time Health Impacts: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/screen-time-side-effects-in-kids-and-teens
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California's New Social Media Law: https://www.axios.com/2024/09/21/social-media-ad-addictive-feeds-law
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Australia's Social Media Ban: https://www.npr.org/2024/12/19/nx-s1-5231020/australia-top-regulator-kids-social-media-ban
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Teens and Screens: https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/teens-and-screens

Episode 80: Why we are losing the pro-life/abortion debate

Recent state-wide initiatives have pointed in one direction. Pro-life legislation has failed. Pro-abortion legislation has succeeded. One major political party has made abortion a central part of its platform, and the other major political party has shown clear signs of distancing itself from the pro-life cause. Why? This is not a top-down process. It is a grassroots effort in which voters' opinions shape political positions. So why is the pro-life argument losing ground? Lindsay and Derek discuss this crucial issue on this episode of The C2 Life.