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The Ezra Institute Podcast for Cultural Reformation

Dr. Joseph Boot

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45:21

Immigration, Islam, and the Future of Christian Nations

The Ezra Institute Podcast for Cultural Reformation ·

2025/10/31

Dr. Michael Thiessen and Dr. Joe Boot preview the Ezra East conference (Nov. 1, 2025, Ingersoll, ON) and tackle one of the West’s most urgent questions: How should Christians think about immigration?Joe walks through the major waves of immigration to the US, UK, and Canada and shows why not all immigration is the same—older migration from Christianized nations was far less destabilizing than today’s government-engineered mass migration from non-Christian contexts. They discuss how

71:15

Christianity & the State: Digital ID & Hate Speech...

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2025/10/01

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Drs. Mike Thiessen and Joe Boot debunk the sacred/secular dualism and help Christians think Christianly about a biblical response to The Tyranny of a Totalitarian Technocracy. Episode Resource: "Is Christian Nationalism WEIRD?" | Glen Schrivener (Speak Life via YouTube): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzsTVIdZa1k NEW!!! NOW OUT! Get Dr. Boot's latest book, Think Christianly: Developing an Undivided Mind,

66:11

OWNING CHARLIE: Christian Evangelist, Apologist & Martyr

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2025/09/17

In this podcast episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen, Pastor Nate Wright, and Dr. Joe Boot discuss the implications of Charlie Kirk's death and the church's response to it. They express concern over the reluctance of many church leaders to acknowledge Kirk's martyrdom and the broader cultural implications of this silence. The conversation delves into the truncation of the gospel, the political nature of the Christian message, and the need for the church to engage with cultural issues rather than retreating

71:55

Neo-Paganism & The Occult

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2025/06/18

On today's episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Drs. Boot and Thiessen revisit our series on world religions as they explore the resurgence of paganism and occultism in the West. NEW!!! PRE-ORDER Dr. Boot's latest book, Think Christianly: Developing an Undivided Mind, today!:https://ezrapress.ca/products/think-christianly-developing-an-undivided-mind; Get your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot’sMission of God with a brand-new study guide

71:06

A Biblical Response to Trump's Joint Session Address

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2025/03/12

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Pastor Nate Wright and Dr. Joe Boot think Christianly about Donald Trump's recent Joint Session Address.Episode Resources: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkFKNkAEzQ8Subscribe to our Rumble Channel - https://rumble.com/c/c-6444461The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expanded version of Dr. Boot’sMission of Godwith a brand-new study guide! Get it

60:32

Fighting to WIN the Culture War

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2025/02/19

In this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Pastor Nate Wright and Dr. Michael Thiessen discuss the recent cultural victories in the Christian community, focusing on the importance of engaging with current events through a biblical worldview. They analyze the implications of tariffs on national identity and trade, the role of taxation, and the cultural shifts in corporate America regarding DEI and CRT. The conversation emphasizes the need for Christians to direct their frustrations

71:19

Global Missions, Gospel Culture & Politics

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2025/01/22

In this episode of thePodcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot, Pastor Nate Wright, Dr. Michael Thiessen bring you a wide-ranging discussion, on location at Christ is King World Missions Conference in San Antonio, TX, in which they discuss world religions, global missions, gospel culture, and how religion and culture affect politics.CHAPTERS:00:00 Intro00:20 Welcome04:36 Christ in King World Conference Update10:26 Global Mission & Gospel Culture18:14 Multiethnic Kingdom Culture Not

51:13

Having the Mind of Christ Amid the Darkness ft....

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2024/09/11

On this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Ezra fellow Dr. Michael Thiessen and Canadian Director Pastor Nate Wright are joined by the Pastor of Trinity Bible Chapel, Jacob Reaume, to discuss the importance of the upcoming conference, The Presence of Christ (Oct.31-Nov. 2). The conference aims to shift the focus from fighting against the world to cultivating a deep love for Jesus Christ, and it seeks to unite believers around the central theme of the presence of Christ in their lives

49:59

Christians MUST Think Christianly ft. Dan Smithwick...

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2024/07/31

On this episode of the Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Boot is joined by Dan Smithwick, President of the Nehemiah Institute, to talk about the appalling state of Christian education and worldview thinking among Christians and the need for Christians to think Christianly.Episode Resources:⚒️ 🗡️ Nehemiah Institute Website: https://worldviewcheckup.org/;🌎 👀 📝PEERS Test: https://worldviewcheckup.org/peers; The WAIT is OVER!!! Pre-order your copy of the NEW updated and expandedversion of Dr

43:07

How to Win the World, Part 2: War with Worship with...

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2024/06/10

The Ezra Institute brings you a new series with the Rebels when P Nate and Pootie are joined by a variety of guests talking about several key practical outworkings of theological concepts that will help Christians expand the Kingdom of God, see the dark pushed back, and slowly (like leaven working through the loaf) win the world.In this episode, P Nate and Pootie invite Doug Wilson onto the show to discuss an unlikely place for world-conquering to start... with corporate worship. Wilson lays out a

56:58

The Islamization of the West ft. Tim Dieppe

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2024/05/22

Continuing our series Conversations & Presuppositions, Drs. Boot and Thiessen are joined this week by Ezra Fellow for Public Policy Tim Dieppe to discuss the steady Islamization of the West.Episode Resources: Questions to Ask Your Muslim Friends by Tim Dieppe:https://amzn.to/3Kc6Uig"Is Islam a Religion of Peace?" by Tim Dieppe | Christian Concern:https://christianconcern.com/resource/is-islam-a-religion-of-peace/;"What’s wrong with Islamic finance?" | Christian Concern:

57:34

Conversations & Presuppositions Q & A with Dr. Joe Boot

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2024/05/15

Our series, Conversations & Presuppositions, has generated a lot of questions. On this week's Podcast for Cultural Reformation, Dr. Joe Boot and Pastor Nate Wright answer some of those questions. Enjoyed today's Q&A? Would you like to hear Dr. Boot answer your questions? Should we do this more often? Let us know in the comments or reach out to us at https://www.ezrainstitute.com/connect/contact/;Chapters:0:00 Worldview Youth Academy AD1:42 Podcast Opening2:05 Intro & Show Set-up5:09

66:21

Conflicted Comrades: The Left and Islam's Unholy...

The Ezra Institute Podcast for Cultural Reformation ·

2024/05/08

Continuing our series Conversations & Presuppositions, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright unpack the worldview convergence of the conflicted Red-Green Alliance between Leftist Communists/Socialists (red) and Islamists (green). What unites them is a common enemy, namely, Christ and His Church and anything built upon that sure foundation.Episode Resources: Watch Dr. Thiessen's Helpful Conversations on Islam: "Robert B. Spencer: Islam, Jihad, and Threats to Freedom of Speech" | Open

55:17

The Resurrection Changes Everything

The Ezra Institute Podcast for Cultural Reformation ·

2024/04/03

In this episode, Dr. Joe Boot and pastor Nate Wright talk about the world-changing implication of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, its evidence, and its explanation. REJOICE FOR HE IS RISEN!For Ezra's many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute:https://www.ezrainstitute.comSubscribe to Ezra's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCPVvQDHHrOOjziyqUaN9VoA?sub_confirmation=1;Fight Laugh Feast Network:

81:53

Responding to Ligon Duncan on Theonomy & Cultural...

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2024/03/27

In this episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Dr. Joe Boot respond to the recent controversial interview by Chancellor of Reformed Theological Seminary, Ligon Duncan, on theRoom for Nuancepodcast where he answers questions on theonomy, postmillennialism, and faithful cultural contextualization all while throwing barbs at unnamed parties and mixing up Scripture. YOU’RE NOT GOING TO WANT TO MISS THIS ONE!Episode Resources:“On Culture War: Doug Wilson and the Moscow Mood” by Kevin DeYoung

80:49

7 Doctrines to Rule the World

The Ezra Institute Podcast for Cultural Reformation ·

2024/03/06

In this episode, Dr. Michael Thiessen and Pastor Nate Wright recap last weekend's Right Response Ministries Conference, "Blueprints for Christendom 2.0," by unpacking the seven doctrines presented at the conference for Christians to rule the world righteously under the Lordship of King Jesus.For Ezra's many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit https://ezrapress.com. Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://ezrainstitute.comSubscribe to Ezra's YouTube Channel:

72:12

Addressing the Rise of Antisemitism

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2024/02/28

In this episode, Michael and Joe are joined by Ezra Fellow for International Law, Comparative Politics, and International Relations, Daniel Ogden J.D., to talk about the disturbing rise of antisemitism and how to think about it biblically.For Ezra's many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com Stay up-to-date with all things Ezra Institute: https://ezrainstitute.comSubscribe to Ezra's YouTube Channel:

54:36

Motherhood & the Family of God ft. Susie Rock

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2024/02/21

In this episode, Michael and Nate are joined by Harvest Windsor's Women's Life Director, Susie Rock, to continue the discussion on the family by discussing what it means to be a woman made in the Image of God, their role in the Kingdom of God and the family, and how they are to fulfill it for the good of others and the glory of God Almighty.Episode Resources: Harvest Windsor | A Vertical Church: https://harvestwindsor.ca/; For Ezra's many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit:

67:01

Fatherhood & the Family of God

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2024/02/14

In this episode, Joe, Michael, and Nate continue their discussion on the family by discussing what the archetypal fatherhood of God means for our ectypal familial relationships. Simply put, they discuss what God's fatherhood means for us and our relationships. Oh, how sweet it is to be part of the household of God through Christ our Lord.For all things Ezra Institute, visit: https://ezrainstitute.com. For Ezra's many print resources and to join our newsletter, visit: https://ezrapress.com.

88:29

Part III: Responding to Attacks on the Family

The Ezra Institute Podcast for Cultural Reformation ·

2024/02/07

In this episode, Joe, Michael, and Nate continue their discussion around Allistair Begg's recent controversial advice to a grandmother about attending a queer wedding and his recent sermon defending his advice.Episode Resources:Responding to Attacks on the Family - PART 1: https://www.ezrainstitute.com/resource-library/podcast/responding-to-attacks-on-the-family/;Responding to Attacks on the Family - PART 2: Allistair Begg's Original Comments:

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