The Dwell Podcast

Episode 59: The Art of a Difficult Conversation

Difficult conversations are part of life, and they are part of following Jesus. In this episode, Derek and Lindsay share biblical principles and practical tips about having difficult conversations.

Episode 58: The One Where a Friend Dies

With the recent death of actor Matthew Perry, Derek and Lindsay reflect on his life and the show that made him famous. The show Friends continues to make an impact on our culture, and this episode takes a closer look at that impact from a Christ-Centered perspective.

Episode 57: Listeners Q&A

How can we honor our parents if they are not honorable? What should you do when someone calls you names? How can foster parents apply biblical standards of discipline? What about flat-earthers? In this episode, Lindsay and Derek answer these and other questions submitted by listeners.

Episode 56: The Israeli/Hamas War

On October 7th, 2023, the 50th anniversary of the Yom Kippur war, Hamas launched a deadly attack on southern Israel. The attack was not a military engagement--it was a terrorist attack on civilian targets. That attack led Israel to declare war on Hamas. In this episode, Derek and Lindsay discuss some of the major aspects of the conflict from a Christ-Centered perspective.

Episode 55: Navigating the World of Christian Music

Not all Christian music is created equal. Whether you're listening to your local Christian radio station, a worship playlist, or the songs at a worship service, navigating the world of Christian music can be tricky. In this episode, Derek and Lindsay provide helpful tips to guide you and your family work through a subject with some interesting twists and turns and even a few potholes.

Episode 54: Dealing with Frustration

We all get frustrated, but as believers, we must approach our frustrations in a way that honors the Lord. We need a Christ-centered approach to frustration. Join Derek and Lindsay as they discuss dealing with frustration and include some of the frustrations listeners shared.

Episode 53: Atheism and Salvation

In episode 52, Derek and Lindsay shared three things lost when someone embraces atheism. In this episode, they share a fourth thing--salvation. In doing so, they share the creation, fall, redemption, and restoration metanarrative as the story foundational to all stories.

Episode 52: Three Things You Lose When You Embrace Atheism

Atheism is one of the fastest-growing worldviews in western culture. In this episode, Derek and Lindsay discuss three things people lose when they embrace atheism.

Episode 51: 20 Years Later

This week, Derek and Lindsay celebrated their 20th anniversary by returning to the same resort where they honeymooned. As part of the celebration, they reflect on 20 things that are better than they were 20 years ago.

Episode 50: Adultolesence Part 2, Changing the Narrative

As the space between childhood and full-fledged adulthood widens, Derek and Lindsay look closer at the reasons and problems of what some call Adultolescence. Part 1 identifies the dangers of young adults procrastinating responsibilities and parents preventing their children from becoming adults. In this episode, Derek and Lindsay offer some ideas for parents to help change the Adultolesence narrative.