The Christ Centered Life

The Christ Centered Life

Pastor Derek Allen and his wife, Lindsay, discuss what it means to live The Christ Centered Life--a life where Jesus is at the center of everything.

Episodes

Episode 107: Good Name. Deadly Theology

July 29, 2026 • 48 mins
In this episode, Derek and Lindsay evaluate the theology of Jehovah's Witnesses and the Church of Christ of Latter-day Saints. What do they believe, and why is it so dangerous?
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Episode 106: Is America A Christian Nation?

June 23, 2026 • 47 mins
As our nation approaches its 250th birthday, Derek and Lindsay discuss the question, "Is America a Christian nation?" They consider several angles of the question and review historical documents, treaties, and the founding leaders' writings to support their conclusions. They also address the question, "Why does this matter?"
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Episode 105: SBC Review

June 16, 2026 • 58 mins
In this episode, Pastors Brent Vance and Jonathan McKenzie join Derek and Lindsay to review the Southern Baptist Convention.
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Episode 104: Commissioning Your Graduate

April 24, 2026 • 47 mins
Derek and Lindsay aim to help parents view the sending of their grads as more than just flying the nest. It's a commissioning. Christian parents have worked to disciple their children, so why stop when it matters most? In this episode, the Allens share 4 ways to commission your graduate when the time comes for them to leave home.
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Episode 103: War. What Is it Good For?

March 9, 2026 • 58 mins
In this episode of The Christ-Centered Life, Derek and Lindsay explore how Christians should think about war in light of Scripture, focusing especially on the recent conflict unfolding in Iran. Drawing from the historic Christian Just War tradition, they walk through the key biblical and ethical principles believers must consider when evaluating warfare, national defense, and the morality of armed conflict.
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The C2 Life Ep 102: Boys and Knives (And Other Dangerous Things)

February 9, 2026 • 46 mins
A listener asked, and Derek and Lindsay responded. How should parents approach allowing kids to have and use pocket knives and other potentially dangerous tools or weapons? Derek and Lindsay share insights from their childhood and parenting experiences, along with a few concepts from Scripture to guide parents in making these decisions.
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The C2 Life Episode 101: Boys to Men

February 3, 2026 • 50 mins
What does it take for a boy to become a man? How are moms and dads instrumental in this process? In this episode, Derek and Lindsay discuss a Christ-centered perspective on helping boys grow to become young men by identifying three main markers of maturity to look for and cultivate.
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The C2 Life Episode 100: Five Danger Zones of Church Involvement

January 16, 2026 • 48 mins
If you find yourself thinking "I went to the danger zone", you're not alone. It is easy to slip into one of these 5 danger zones as it relates to church involvement. Derek and Lindsay offer guidance on evaluating your relationship with the local church, recognizing the dangers that may be just around the corner, and taking some next steps to get back to a healthy place with the church family.
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The C2 Life Episode 99: 7 Ways to Make Much of Jesus This Christmas

December 10, 2025 • 37 mins
Derek and Lindsay share simple, meaningful ways to make much of Jesus this Christmas. It’s surprisingly easy to rush through the season and miss the One we’re celebrating. Don’t let the holidays leave you drained and distracted. Choose to pursue the deep joy of worship, and make this Christmas a season that truly glorifies God. Here are seven ways to get you started.
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The C2 Life Episode 98: What Does the Bible Say About Ghosts?

October 31, 2025 • 47 mins
In this episode of The C2 Life, Derek and Lindsay tackle a topic that sparks curiosity and confusion: ghosts. Are they real? What does the Bible actually say? Derek explores common stories and cultural beliefs about the supernatural, then tests them against Scripture—clarifying the difference between demonic deception, the hope of the resurrection, and the presence of the Holy Spirit. We also talk about fear: why it grips us,...
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The C2 Life Episode 97: Five Lessons Learned in the Aftermath of the Charlie Kirk Assassination

October 4, 2025 • 55 mins
This is a unique moment in our nation. We feel its implications on our communities, our churches, and our congresspeople. Derek and Lindsay share five lessons they have learned from the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk.
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Episode 96: The Allen Theorem

September 26, 2025 • 47 mins
In this episode, Derek and Lindsay introduce a formula that explains why the current culture is experiencing such disaster. They break down the equation and think through the proper way to address the problem from a Christ-centered worldview. The over sexualized, over-romanticized culture mixed in with the delayed responsibility and extended adolescence is resulting in catastrophe. Christian parents don't have to just sit back and ...
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Episode 95: Random Questions from Boba Fett (kind of)

September 6, 2025 • 43 mins
In this episode, Derek and Lindsay answer questions from the minds of the FBTC office staff. This Q&A session covers a wide range of topics, including climate change and addressing gossip within the church.
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Episode 94: Hold on. Wait a minute. Somethin' ain't right.

August 29, 2025 • 70 mins
In this episode, Derek and Lindsay discuss some interesting but inaccurate Bible teachings they have heard over the years. They also provide a solid three-step process for how to discern truth when it comes to people's ideas about Scripture.
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Episode 93: Reaching North America with the Gospel

August 12, 2025 • 56 mins
The mission field in North America is ripe unto harvest, but we need laborers! Believers in our region have a great responsibility and opportunity to see the Great Commission realized in our lifetime, but that means we all need to be intentional about using our resources and influence for the advancement of the gospel. Tune in as Derek and Lindsay discuss how the North American Mission Board is working to accomplish this vital task...
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Episode 92: Empathy vs. Sympathy

August 2, 2025 • 42 mins
The world says someone best helps by feeling the pain with those who are hurting. Emotions are king as shared experiences take precedence over truth. Derek and Lindsay discuss this trap by looking to Scripture to guide their conversation. Where does empathy fit in our interactions with others?
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Episode 91: Do the Sign Gifts Still Exist?

July 27, 2025 • 59 mins
In this episode, Derek and Lindsay examine the gifts of the Holy Spirit, also known as the sign gifts, evaluating what Scripture has to say and the implications for our lives today. Some believe these special gifts have ceased, while others believe they are abundant still today. Listen in to hear Derek and Lindsay's thoughts, and most importantly, the Scripture that guides their thinking.
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Episode 90: Grieve with Gospel Hope

July 19, 2025 • 38 mins
Grief hits us all again and again throughout life. How do we face that grief in a way that points us to the hope of Christ? How do we get to the other side of the grief stronger than we were to begin with? In this episode, Derek and Lindsay share three keys to grieving with Gospel hope, along with the Scripture that helped them discover these keys.
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Episode 89: Immigration and the Christian Worldview

June 30, 2025 • 50 mins
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?
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Episode 88: And Then There Were Five

May 19, 2025 • 64 mins
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.
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