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The Power of God and Anime, Episode 12: Making Idols of Anime, Celebrities, and Beast Tamers

In Beast Tamer, the priestess Mina treats the titular character like he’s God himself. Maybe that’s not too far removed from how we treat money, celebrities, and even anime. Join Mike this week as he looks at idolatry and also shares other goings-on his life on this episode of The Power of God and Anime… Read More The Power of God and Anime, Episode 12: Making Idols of Anime, Celebrities, and Beast Tamers

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The Power of God and Anime, Episode 11: One Piece and Thanksgiving

Holy revival, Batman! It’s a week from Thanksgiving and a perfect time to consider how many of us struggle to give thanks. Nami’s actions when fighting Arlong in One Piece set the stage for Mike’s thought on how easily it is to miss the spirit of gratitude when things aren’t going well, when our blessings… Read More The Power of God and Anime, Episode 11: One Piece and Thanksgiving

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The Power of God and Anime, Episode 10: Naruto, Jesus, and Right Motivations

How do you react when someone expresses some incredible gift or talent? Does it motivate you to grow your own skills? And does it matter if that motivation is out of pure intent or something less savory? On episode ten of The Power of God and Anime podcast, Mike looks to Naruto and his impact… Read More The Power of God and Anime, Episode 10: Naruto, Jesus, and Right Motivations

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The Power of God and Anime, Episode 9: Wait on the Lord, Umaru-chan!

It’s been well documented (and you’ve probably experienced the same) that we live in a now culture, where we not only desire instant gratification but become upset if we have to wait. This idea can extend to God, whom we treat as our servant or a genie, becoming little Umaru-chans, expecting our desires to be… Read More The Power of God and Anime, Episode 9: Wait on the Lord, Umaru-chan!

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The Power of God and Anime, Episode 8: Tanjirou, Uzziah, and Humility in Faith

Contrary to scripture, a lot of Christian arguments conversations these days—including among believers—totally lack in humility. What’s the answer? Examples from the life of the Old Testament King Uzziah and everyone’s favorite demon slayer, Tanjirou, show us the way. Come listen in as Mike explains and also talks about his recent major live events involving… Read More The Power of God and Anime, Episode 8: Tanjirou, Uzziah, and Humility in Faith

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The Power of God and Anime Podcast, Episode 7: God Will Use You (Even if You’re Clumsy Like Usagi Tsukino)

Do you sometimes feel discouraged, as if you’re not good enough to accomplish the big things you’d like to? Mike’s been there. So have some of the heroes of the Bible, including Moses and Gideon. And…maybe Sailor Moon’s Usagi Tsukino, too? Well, she at least serves as an example of someone who does incredible things… Read More The Power of God and Anime Podcast, Episode 7: God Will Use You (Even if You’re Clumsy Like Usagi Tsukino)

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The Power of God and Anime Podcast, Episode 6: Konosuba, Beast Tamer, and Temptation

We all struggle with temptation. But the rub isn’t simply in being tempted, but in how we react to temptation. Mike looks to Konosuba and Beast Tamer for very different reactions to sexual temptation, and then to the Bible to see how we should respond in any tempting situation. Plus, he gives his real anime… Read More The Power of God and Anime Podcast, Episode 6: Konosuba, Beast Tamer, and Temptation

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