The Pulse Podcast with Matthew Ruttan

Should Christians be worried about Bill C-9?

Has Canada "banned the Bible"? Not really. But what does Bill C9 actually say, what is it supposed to do, and is there a threat to religious freedom or expression in Canada?

Being radical for Jesus

Jesus wasn't "meek and mild." He was radical. So too his followers, in more (and sometimes different) ways than you think.

Lord of all, not Lord of some—a prayer

You are Lord of all (not just some). Join in with this prayer of both praise... and confession.

How to avoid the polarizing effect of the internet

We live in a digital culture which can be very polarizing. This has to do with algorithms, echo chambers, profit margins (and more). This post and podcast episode includes one suggestion that should help.

Honour everyone—emperors, slaves, masters, husbands, wives (1 Peter 2:13-3:7)

The fisherman-turned-apostle said we should honour everyone, including tyrannical emperors. Did that include blind obedience? Definitely not. He also talked about the relationship between slaves, masters, husbands and wives. What if instead of avoiding tough passages, we dealt with them head-on with the goal of glorifying God no matter the situation we're in...