American Glory

Dale Partridge

Formerly "Real Christianity": Join Pastor Dale Partridge as he tackles issues of American Christianity, identity, and politics.

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Nov 25, 2021 · 17 min
Standing For Truth at Holiday Gatherings
It has been said that two topics are not permitted at holiday family gatherings: Religion and politics. But is this a biblical perspective? Should Christians refrain from these often emotionally charged topics at holiday gatherings? In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge explains why he believes silence is not an option and how Christians have a duty to speak the truth in love.
Nov 18, 2021 · 32 min
What is Biblical House Church? (2021 Edition)
As we begin to see an increase in cultural hostility against the evangelical church, more Christians are searching for alternative but biblical expressions to the traditional corporate church. In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge talks about the biblical house church and how it might be just the right solution for this next generation of Christians. Listen to Dale answer five common questions about house church and see if gathering in homes is right for you.
Nov 12, 2021 · 35 min
A Christian Defense for the Celebration of Christmas
For some, it may be shocking to find out that some Christians refuse to celebrate Christmas. It’s true. Some Christians believe that Christmas is rooted in paganism and have chosen to abstain as an act of personal holiness. While we celebrate the freedom we have in Christ to make such a choice, we also believe in the call to reason with one another in love. In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge looks at the Doctrine of Days, the history of the church, and the Bible to present three reasons Ch
Nov 3, 2021 · 37 min
Spiritual Death, Spiritual Life, and the Need to be Born-Again
Soteriology is the study of salvation in Scripture. Unfortunately, most Christians don’t have a robust comprehension of how they were saved. That is, they don’t understand the biblical process of lost and found or spiritually dead and spiritually alive. In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge takes listeners through a systematic study of what it truly means to be born-again.
Oct 22, 2021 · 30 min
Why Does God Allow Evil in the World?
It’s not secret, we live in a sinful and evil world. People all around us are suffering. The world is filled with pain and hatred and violence. In addition, we also have disease, sickness, and failing bodies. In short, we live on a sin saturated planet. But if God is truly loving, all-powerful, and good, why does He allow such evil to remain? In other words, what’s the purpose of evil? In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge turns to the Scriptures to examine these question
Oct 15, 2021 · 36 min
7 Ways to Prepare Your Children for the Spiritual War that Awaits Them.
The spiritual preparation parents received as children is not sufficient for the next generation of children. The changing political landscape and increasing hostility toward biblical principles will make life more difficult for future Christians. As parents, we must equip our children to remain faithful in the face of adversity. In this episode of real Christianity, Pastor Dale Partridge offers parents seven actions that will prepare children for the spiritual war that awaits them.
Oct 7, 2021 · 29 min
Should Christians Celebrate Halloween?
Each year thousands of Christians and churches celebrate Halloween by dressing up and eating tasty treats. However, many other Christians have reservations about Halloween claiming it to be a holiday of spiritual darkness. In today’s episode, pastor Dale Partridge not only offers listeners the history of Halloween but also looks at the Scriptures to locate helpful principles for Christians looking to better understand the spiritual implications of this holiday.
Sep 30, 2021 · 26 min
Conquering Anxiety Through Gospel Promises
The past two years have introduced a greater pace of change, pain, and brokenness to our world. There is no shortage of issues to be concerned. But how should Christians conduct themselves during such tumultuous times? How can we fight against the tendency to well up worry and fear about the future? In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge exposits Matthew 6:25-34 in an attempt to clarify Jesus’ teaching on the issues of anxiety.
Sep 24, 2021 · 35 min
A Biblical Argument Against Vaccine Passports for the Local Church
In last week’s episode, Pastor Dale Partridge offered a biblical argument against vaccine mandates. This week, Dale refutes the growing idea of requiring vaccine passports for entrance
Sep 15, 2021 · 41 min
A Biblical Case Against Vaccine Mandates
How are Christians to think about government-sanctioned vaccination mandates? What does the Bible say about the body of a Christian? Do we have biblical grounds to deny a forced vaccinations? In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridges tackles these questions with Scripture and offers three principles to support Christians in their examination of the vaccination issue.
Aug 26, 2021 · 28 min
Sustaining Hope in the Growing Darkness of our World.
The world is growing darker and it’s becoming increasingly difficult to exude love and joy when everything seems to be in rebellion against our God. In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge offers both explanation and encouragement for believers living in these perilous times.
Aug 19, 2021 · 18 min
How To Drag Your Hidden Sin To The Light
We all, at times, find ourselves struggling to conquer a particular sin. The Bible, however, does not leave us in the dark on how to harness the power of the light. In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge shares the process laid out in Scripture for confession of sin.
Aug 11, 2021 · 24 min
The Duty to Forgive—No Matter How Difficult
Forgiveness is at the core of our relationship with God and our relationship with others. The Bible speaks firmly about the Christian’s duty to forgive, but how far does this duty extend? Are we to forgive any and all sins committed against us? If so, why? Pastor Dale Partridge unpacks this issue by looking at a parable shared in the Gospel of Matthew.
Aug 4, 2021 · 21 min
An Example Presentation of the Gospel.
Many of us will have the opportunity to present the Gospel. But the Gospel can be presented in one minute or five hours. Therefore, which version of the Gospel is most common to conversational evangelism? In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge shares a 15-20 minute version of the Gospel he used in a conversation several months ago.
Jul 28, 2021 · 29 min
3 Theological Flaws of the Prosperity Gospel
When it comes to health, the prosperity Gospel promises that the strength of our faith equals the strength of our health. In other words, if we want to be well, we must simply increase our faith and healing will come. But is this a biblical view of faith and healing? Pastor Dale Partridge tackles this question and more in this episode of Real Christianity.
Jul 21, 2021 · 21 min
3 Biblical Principles To Consider Before You Move
With millions of Christian families relocating, how should we be thinking about relocation? Is it really just preference or is there something more? In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge shares the three biblical principles his family used while planning their relocation.
Jul 15, 2021 · 26 min
Does God Really Love Everyone the Same?
Our culture is working hard to redefine love. Additionally, this distorted view of love is only one-dimensional. But, according to Scripture, God’s definition of love is not so simple. In fact, we quickly see that God’s love is multi-dimensional. But what does that mean? How is God’s love expressed in humanity? Pastor Dale Partridge answers these questions and more on this episode of Real Christianity.
Jul 7, 2021 · 24 min
Why Study Systematic Theology
Most modern Christians have a disconnected, isolated, and unsystematic approach to Scripture. This, for many reasons, causes serious problems. In this episode of Real Christianity, pastor Dale Partridge explains why Christians should work to develop a systematic view of Scripture.
Jun 30, 2021 · 25 min
Are you Stealing God’s Glory?
re you hungry for compliments, applause, or praise from men? Is your work ethic motivated by public affirmation rather than God’s approval? In this episode, pastor Dale Partridge discusses how we can evaluate if we are robbing God of the glory for the work He accomplishes through us.
Jun 23, 2021 · 27 min
The Sin That Burns Down Homes
Fire is safe when it’s in its proper location—a fireplace. But when fire operates outside of a fireplace it destroys everything. The same is true of sexuality. God has a design for our sexuality and when we operate outside of that design it destroys much. Join pastor Dale Partridge as he discusses the Bible’s commands for our sexuality.