REST IN PEACE? WHY MODERN FUNERALS DON’T HELP MOURNING CHRISTIANS

Wretched Radio with Todd Friel

Segment 1:

• The Gospel Debate: Gospel-centered language risks becoming self-centered when Jesus isn’t the focus.

• Faith in Jesus, Not in Faith: Everyone has faith—the problem is where it’s directed.

• Beware of Naval Gazing: Looking inward at your faith distracts from the transformative power of Jesus.

Segment 2:

• From Mourning to Celebration: Cultural shifts in funerals reflect a discomfort with grieving deeply.

• Burials Speak Louder: Cremation and “celebrations of life” miss the rich theology of Christian mourning.

• Teen Church Concerns: It falls short in teaching the whole counsel of God and administering sacraments.

Segment 3:

• Judging Rightly: Discernment is under-taught but essential for Christians navigating truth in a deceptive world.

• Speaking to Power: The Church’s role includes calling the government to repentance and justice.

• Justice and Deterrence: Biblical principles uphold the death penalty as both righteous and preventative.

Segment 4:

• Choose Wisely: Friendships should inspire growth and holiness, not pull us down.

• Psychotropic Medications: Increasing cases of numbness and violent behavior point to troubling patterns.

• A Tragic Story: The tragic consequences of medication misuse call for greater transparency and accountability.

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