Thu, 19 Oct 2023 14:40:35 -0400

Have you ever sat down and calculated how many days you have left on this Earth? What do you want to do with the rest of those days?

Don't miss this episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock as Aaron names many time-wasters in your life that keep you from being more effective in your ministry, and more productive in your personal life.

Click or tap here to check out Paul Dirks' Book!: Deep Discipleship for Dark Days: A Manual for Holding Fast to What is Good

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128: Terror, Israel & Land Claims

Wed, 11 Oct 2023 15:27:32 -0400

In this week's episode, Dr. Aaron Rock covers the Israel/Hamas war, the history behind the the nation of Israel, and what we should be doing in response to these recent events.

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127: Raising Sons (Pt.2) Ft. Josiah/Levi/Simon Rock

Thu, 05 Oct 2023 14:17:57 -0400

Part 2 is here! This week, Aaron and his sons continue their conversation on father-son relationships and adulthood. If you missed the first part of this conversation, click or tap here to listen to part 1!

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126: The Gospel Truth about ”Truth and Reconciliation Day”

Fri, 29 Sep 2023 15:57:40 -0400

In this special Friday broadcast Aaron addresses a timely question regarding how Christians should think and respond to the annual observation of the "National Day for Truth and Reconciliation" in Canada.

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3. Dr. Aaron Rock's seminal article published November 25, 2020: "A Call to Divine Obedience over Civil Obedience"

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92: Digital Currency & the History of Money

Fri, 16 Dec 2022 08:49:27 -0500

In this episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock, Aaron talks crypto, fiat money, gold, and this history of all this currency and how you can learn from that history to make better financial decision in the future.

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91: Is Same-Sex Attraction a Sin?

Thu, 08 Dec 2022 16:00:38 -0500

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock examines the philosophy of "same-sex attraction," revealing the danger of unbridled sinful desires.

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90: Stop Delaying Marriage

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 16:07:36 -0500

On this week's episode of Leadership Now, Dr. Aaron Rock explores our culture's declining marriage rates: why this is bad for society and the benefits of being married earlier rather than later.

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89: Have MORE Children!

Thu, 24 Nov 2022 15:36:11 -0500

Tune into this episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock as Aaron talks all about child-bearing! From overpopulation, to benefits of having children, we cover it all in this episode. Don't miss out!

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88: God, Politics, & Nationalism

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 15:14:48 -0500

In this episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock, Aaron talks separation of Church and State and Nationalism-what they are, what they aren't and some common misconceptions about these terms.

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87: Exposing Leftist Tactics

Thu, 10 Nov 2022 15:39:51 -0500

In this week's episode of Leadership Now, Dr. Aaron Rock breaks down the most common tactics used by leftists to infiltrate different spheres of life and how you can respond in a rational, God-honoring way.

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86: Accusations, Masks, and Romans 13

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 14:44:44 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock analyses three public statements made by a seminary, a church, and a media source that promote dangerous ideas about the Gospel, and submission to state authority in regards to public health.

Links to Statements:

https://hillcitybaptistchurch.substack.com/api/v1/file/a013fed5-5dc3-48da-b019-4154fc46baa4.pdf

https://hillcitybaptistchurch.substack.com/p/a-response-to-kirk-m-wellums-principals

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85: The Failure of Feminism

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 14:31:08 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock talks the history of feminism, and its impact on modern day women, men, families and culture.

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84: Fake Justice and False Love

Thu, 13 Oct 2022 15:58:03 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock assesses many of the recent social justice causes championed by culture, and compares them to what standing up for justice should truly look like as in the Bible.

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83: Advice for Prospective Pastors

Thu, 06 Oct 2022 14:24:36 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock gives many words of advice to young men considering entering pastoral ministry, but also advice to other ministry leaders in the church looking to equip young people for ministry.

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82: Diagnosing Tall Poppy Syndrome

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 15:34:59 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock explains what 'Tall Poppy Syndrome' is, how to diagnose it, and how it can hurt ministry.

Pursuit of Glory Article: https://pursuitofglory.org/tall-poppy-syndrome/

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81: Mistakes to Avoid in a Post Pandemic World

Fri, 23 Sep 2022 13:33:47 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses lessons to be learned and mistakes to avoid as society begins to return to some semblance of "normalcy".

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80: Why the Trinity Matters

Fri, 16 Sep 2022 08:44:46 -0400

This week, Dr. Aaron rock explains the Trinity! What it is, common falsehoods about it, and why it matters!

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79: Let’s Talk About Worship Music

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 14:52:04 -0400

This week Dr. Aaron Rock delves into the topic of worship music in churches! Many say hymns are holier than contemporary music. Should we be singing songs from controversial artists/church bands? What does scripture have to say about worship music? It's all here and more, in this week's episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock.

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78: Taxpayer-Funded Sex

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 16:41:49 -0400

On this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock dissects the Prime Ministers new "2SLGBTQI+" action plan for Canada, planning to spend 100 Million taxpayer dollars to help people have sex! Find the article here: https://women-gender-equality.canada.ca/en/free-to-be-me/federal-2slgbtqi-plus-action-plan.html

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77: Maintain Your Resolve

Thu, 18 Aug 2022 16:06:46 -0400

On this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock preaches from Daniel 1 in a message entitled "Maintain Your Resolve" encouraging Christians to stick with their convictions for God's glory.

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76: Should Christians Support the Climate Agenda

Thu, 11 Aug 2022 19:09:01 -0400

On this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock explains the ideologies behind the Climate Agenda, the call to biblical environmental stewardship, and what the Bible has to say about the future of our planet.

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75: Good and Bad Reasons to Leave a Church

Thu, 04 Aug 2022 15:38:17 -0400

Is it ever appropriate for a Christian to leave their church? In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discerns the valid reasons to move on.

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74: The Dangers of Theonomy

Thu, 28 Jul 2022 16:00:00 -0400

On this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses Theonomy and how a society living under God's laws would bless the world but also pose a threat to the modern day social order.

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73: Advice for Young Men & The Women Who Love Them

Thu, 21 Jul 2022 15:08:41 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock offers practical advice to young men who are searching for a spouse, thinking about career choices, and trying to understand what a man is in an anti-man culture.

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72: Stopping Mission Drift in Christian Institutions

Fri, 15 Jul 2022 08:41:15 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses how well-meaning Christian hospitals, schools, pregnancy centers, seminaries, etc. are founded on the principles of God, but eventually lose their way and over time become just another secular institution. Listen in to find out why this topic is so crucial and what we can do as Christians to stop this broken cycle.

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71: 9 Counter-Cultural Leadership Lessons for Every Christian Leader

Thu, 07 Jul 2022 15:32:59 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock looks at 1 Samuel and discusses practical, counter-cultural leadership lessons that are applicable to every Christian leader.

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70: Why People Abandon the Faith

Thu, 30 Jun 2022 15:44:22 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock talks about Christians who leave the faith-why we see this in the church, what are some of the telltale signs of someone who may fall away, and how we can stop this from happening to ourselves as Christians.

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69: Weak Men & the Sin of Eden

Thu, 23 Jun 2022 10:36:37 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the problem of male passivity, how it came to be, and the cure to make weak men bold leaders.

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68: The Creation Mandate & Homesteading

Thu, 16 Jun 2022 15:05:18 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock talks homesteading! Moreover, "how-to" homestead and be more self-sufficient, and how that relates to the creation mandate given to us in Genesis.

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67: Christian Nationalism and Dominion Theology

Thu, 09 Jun 2022 20:03:56 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock addresses the topics of Christian Nationalism and the role it should play in our laws and systems of a nation-state, and Dominion Theology. What is it? And how can we apply it to our everyday lives?

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66: Monkeypox, Travel Bans & Handguns

Thu, 02 Jun 2022 15:22:24 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the continued erosion of the mind as Western countries abandon God's laws, leading to deranged responses to world issues.

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65: Christians in Politics: An Interview with Derek Sloan

Thu, 26 May 2022 15:44:18 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock interviews politician, Derek Sloan, on Christians in politics and the importance of Christians running for office.

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64: The Case for Capital Punishment

Thu, 19 May 2022 14:14:54 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses a biblical view of capital punishment and how it shapes our view of justice as Christians.

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63: Forming Beachheads & Reshaping Culture

Fri, 13 May 2022 08:45:19 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses steps Christians should be taking to protect themselves from being bullied, manipulated, coerced financially, and culturally, but also how we can come together to rebuild many of the dangerous and broken structures in culture.

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62: Why Lockdowns are not Pro-Life

Thu, 05 May 2022 16:48:23 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock dissects and responds to the pro-lockdown positions of two Christian MPPs from Ontario. The recording of Real Talk Podcast interviewing MPP Sam Oosterhoff and MPP Will Bouma is available HERE.

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61: Bikers, Billionaires, and a Brainwashed Population

Thu, 28 Apr 2022 16:53:25 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the bike tour through Ottawa, optional vaccines for zoo animals, continual masking despite health officials' lack of requirement, and Elon Musk buying Twitter!

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60: The Death Conqueror

Thu, 21 Apr 2022 13:29:32 -0400

In this episode, we listen to a re-broadcast of Dr. Aaron Rock's sermon on 1 Corinthians 15, 'The Death Conqueror', where he explains the significance of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, and how it transforms the way we live as believers.

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59: Four Doctrines Christians May Not Actually Believe

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 16:14:59 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the connection between Christian knowledge and Christian faith, and how the two must come together for belief to truly be belief.

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58: Male and Female Roles in Family & Church Life

Thu, 07 Apr 2022 16:32:32 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the differences between men and women in family and church life and why they're a beautiful thing.

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57: The Sunny Side of Tyranny

Thu, 24 Mar 2022 14:57:19 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses how Christians are sanctified while living under tyranny.

Supplemental Resources

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56: The Fastest Ways to Kill Your Church

Thu, 17 Mar 2022 16:06:54 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock lists common mistakes that Christian leaders overlook resulting in the death of their church.

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55: The Christian Village: Surviving in an Anti-Christian World

Thu, 10 Mar 2022 09:43:40 -0500

This week, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses how we can better support one another as Christians in a world increasingly hostile to biblical Christianity.

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54: Is Universal Income Equitable or Evil?

Thu, 03 Mar 2022 20:37:54 -0500

This week, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses Bill C-223 and our government's quest for Universal Basic Income here in Canada. He also answers listener's questions and gives a brief update on the results of the recent charter challenge regarding churches fined for meeting during lockdowns here in Ontario.

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53: Can the Great Reset cure Global Challenges?

Thu, 24 Feb 2022 15:13:39 -0500

This week, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the mission of the World Economic Forum and the inferiority of globalism over nationalism.

Supplemental Resources

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52: Police Appeal & the Emergency Act

Tue, 15 Feb 2022 15:45:55 -0500

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock responds to the unprecedented enactment of the Emergency Act, encouraging law enforcement to uphold natural law.

Supplemental Resources

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50: Freedom, Fake News & A Stubborn Government

Thu, 10 Feb 2022 15:13:33 -0500

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the role of the church as tensions rise across Canada.

Supplemental Resources

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49: What I Witnessed at the Ottawa Truckers Convoy

Thu, 03 Feb 2022 14:28:35 -0500

After spending three days in Ottawa, Dr. Aaron Rock shares what he witnessed at the Trucker Convoy Protest.

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48: The Trucker Convoy and the Rise of Extremism

Thu, 27 Jan 2022 13:52:59 -0500

As Canadian Truckers join forces to protest vaccine mandates, extremist ideologues accuse average citizens of extremism. All of this and more in today's episode of Leadership Now, with Dr. Aaron Rock.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

47: Bill C-4 is the ’Genesis 1’ of the Pagan Bible

Thu, 20 Jan 2022 14:40:49 -0500

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock challenges the presuppositions made in Bill C-4, followed by a brief Q&A of pertinent questions submitted by our listeners.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

46: How to Respond to Forced Jabs, Despair, and Bill C4

Thu, 13 Jan 2022 19:29:26 -0500

How should Christians respond to forced vaccination, Bill C4, and other cultural issues without falling into despair?

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

45: Who is the Most Dangerous Man in North America?

Thu, 06 Jan 2022 15:09:20 -0500

Who is the most dangerous man in North America? Check out the latest episode of Leadership Now with Dr. Aaron Rock to find out!

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

44: What Does It Take To Be a Pastor?

Thu, 30 Dec 2021 17:49:05 -0500

In this episode of Leadership Now, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the qualifications and challenges of pastoral leadership.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

43: Praying For and Against the Enemies of God

Thu, 23 Dec 2021 14:37:43 -0500

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock explores the tension between loving our enemies while cursing them through imprecatory psalms.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

42: Pro-Sex Christianity in a Sex-Crazed World

Thu, 16 Dec 2021 17:05:52 -0500

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses why Christians should talk about sex, how our world has deviated from creational norms, what factors in society often lead to sexual sin, and some practical helps for those who want to overcome sexual sin.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

41: Politics in the Pulpit

Thu, 09 Dec 2021 15:41:51 -0500

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the state of modern politics and the role of the pastor to speak into a godless culture.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

40: Conversion Therapy and National Disunity

Thu, 02 Dec 2021 19:30:09 -0500

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the controversy surrounding Bill C-4, outlining how churches should respond to the radical liberalism.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

39: Ethics of Civil Disobedience, Full Disclosure, and Taxation

Thu, 25 Nov 2021 14:49:07 -0500

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock explains the various ethical systems that people appeal to when making decisions. He then goes on to explain how that would apply to issues like vaccine passports, taxation, and physical resistance to tyranny.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

38: A Conversation with Tim Stephens

Thu, 18 Nov 2021 20:28:51 -0500

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock is joined by Tim Stephens, pastor of Fairview Baptist Church in Calgary, for a discussion of sphere sovereignty, theonomy, matters of conscience and more.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

37: The Church needs more Valiant Men

Thu, 11 Nov 2021 17:52:14 -0500

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock explains how there is a lack of valiant men pastoring our churches and leading their families. As we wage war against so many false and destructive ideologies, this podcast is intended to accomplish 2 things: 1/ to honour men that live valiantly, and 2/ call all men to a life of valour.

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You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

36: Abortion, God’s Law, and Culture

Fri, 05 Nov 2021 13:20:10 -0400

In this episode we bring you a recent message from Dr. Aaron Rock entitled “Abortion, God’s Law, and Culture” that he recently delivered at our Lift the Curse Conference.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

35: How to Share God‘s Word without Fear

Thu, 28 Oct 2021 16:12:09 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock explains why many people have difficulty sharing all of God's Word without fear. He addresses some of our relational and personal fears as well as biblical misunderstandings and legal issues that negatively influence our ability to share.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

34: How to Protect and Equip Our Children in a Declining Culture

Thu, 21 Oct 2021 15:52:00 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the realities of our declining culture, what families can do about it to protect and equip their children, how churches play a role, and how Christians can bring significant changes to our culture.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

33: Christian Strategies for Relocation, Employment, Safety & Cultural Impact

Thu, 14 Oct 2021 14:03:31 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses some strategies for Christians with regards to relocation, employment, safety and cultural impact.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

32: 10 Questions to Ask at your Church this Week

Thu, 07 Oct 2021 17:02:02 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock walks through 10 introspective questions you can ask yourself at church this week to make sure you are participating in church the way God designed it.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

31: Lessons I‘ve Learned from 2 Decades in the Same Church

Thu, 30 Sep 2021 14:18:51 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock reflects on 20 years of pastoral ministry in the same church. He discusses some of the personal lessons he has learned along with practical leadership advice that will help you lead better now.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

30: What do we do now that the Election is over?

Thu, 23 Sep 2021 14:43:37 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the results of Canada's federal election, why just "praying and trusting God" is a truncated view of the Gospel, and a Christian response to vaccine passports.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

29: Media Corruption and Combating Lies in Culture

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 16:14:01 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the growing problem of the media spinning stories and corruptly controlling the narrative rather than reporting facts. He explains how we can combat this problem and also how we can take tangible steps to prepare our families to face totalitarianism.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

28: September 20 and the Referendum on Freedom

Thu, 09 Sep 2021 15:05:28 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the upcoming September 20th federal election in Canada and its implications for the Church.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

27: Tyranny and The Spirit of The Antichrist

Wed, 01 Sep 2021 16:26:28 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the announcement of vaccination passports for Ontario, the resulting implications for believers, and how we should respond.

Supplemental Resources

Go to the "Politics of Sex Conference" September 9-11 in Tennessee: https://flfnetwork.com/politics-of-sex-conference/
You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

26: Live Not By Ignorance

Thu, 19 Aug 2021 16:50:03 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses 12 alarming trends that supporters of lockdowns, mandatory vaccines, and masks need to account for including:

Government hypocrisy under lockdowns
Illegal medical coercion
Physician censorship
Mass gatherings permitted and more.

Supplemental Resources

Go to the "Politics of Sex Conference" September 9-11 in Tennessee: https://flfnetwork.com/politics-of-sex-conference/
You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

25: 25 Reasons to Ban Vaccine Passports

Thu, 12 Aug 2021 16:46:33 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses his recent article 25 Reasons to Ban Vaccine Passports including discussions about:

The government taking on the role of the physician
Bodily autonomy being denied
The legalization of discrimination
ICU capacities
The denial of parental authority and more.

Supplemental Resources

Go to the "Politics of Sex Conference" September 9-11 in Tennessee: https://flfnetwork.com/politics-of-sex-conference/
You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

24: Dealing with Depression, Anxiety and Hopelessness

Thu, 05 Aug 2021 15:53:45 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses depression, anxiety, and despair that many are facing in light of what’s going on around them and offers a pastoral response to depression, hopelessness and despair.

Supplemental Resources

Go to the "Politics of Sex Conference" September 9-11 in Tennessee: https://flfnetwork.com/politics-of-sex-conference/
You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

23: 7 Questions (almost) every Christian is Asking

Thu, 29 Jul 2021 19:40:59 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses 7 questions almost all believers are asking right now.

Supplemental Resources

Go to the "Politics of Sex Conference" September 9-11 in Tennessee: https://flfnetwork.com/politics-of-sex-conference/
You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

22: Healthy Families and their Influence on Culture

Fri, 16 Jul 2021 15:01:47 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses:

The family as a creational institution vs. a traditional institution
The underlying ideologies that undermine a creational view of the family
The link between family and cultural stability
How families influence our views of sexuality, gender, morality, etc.
What threats we need to be aware of most

Supplemental Resources

Go to the "Politics of Sex Conference" September 9-11 in Tennessee: https://flfnetwork.com/politics-of-sex-conference/
You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

21: Anti-Christian Discrimination in Canada

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 09:19:41 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses:

How Canada has moved from being Christianized to post-Christian to anti-Christian society.
The inequitable application of law in Canada.
Where we will end up if we do not speak out for justice.
The needed responses from various sectors.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

20: The Path Forward for Canada: What I love about, hate & want to see Change in Canada

Thu, 01 Jul 2021 18:33:24 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses:

What he loves, hates, and wants to see in Canada.
How long it will take to make substantial changes.
What Christians should do to prepare economically for the future.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

19: Churches, Stop Taking Money from the State

Thu, 17 Jun 2021 16:27:46 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses:

How he came to realize that churches taking money from the State is a dangerous thing.
The ways in which taking State funds may be unethical and lead to real, potential, or perceived compromise.
The history of the tax-exempt status of the church and how important it is.
An update on the imprisonment of another Canadian Pastor, Tim Stephens in Alberta.

Supplemental Resources

Write to Tim Stephens in prison. Instructions HERE
You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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18: Government Coercion and Double Standards

Thu, 10 Jun 2021 17:14:15 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses:

Why it should concern us that officials appeal to medical experts to justify their decisions
Vaccination coercion and issues of principle vs. pragmatism
Current examples of government hypocrisy
The reluctance of medical officials to provide evidence for their measures

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

17: Residential Schools and Ontario Premier’s Power Grab

Thu, 03 Jun 2021 15:00:00 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses:

Why Christians can't avoid politics when politics make moral claims
What the "Indian Residential School System" was and lessons we can learn from this tragedy
The evolving situation in Ontario regarding the extension of emergency powers and why churches should be concerned
A message for pastors that have been compliant with government overreach

Supplemental Resources

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We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

16: The Dangers of the Social Credit System

Fri, 28 May 2021 07:24:29 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock explains what the social credit system is, how it is and may continue to be implemented in Canada, why it is dangerous, and what a biblical response to the underlying problems would look like.

Supplemental Resources

Read the Canada Beyond 150 Report on Capital and Debt HERE.
You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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15: The Impossibility of Being a Church without Physical Presence

Thu, 20 May 2021 20:28:33 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock explains why physical presence is a necessary part of church life and is especially important for the pastor to do his work.

Supplemental Resources

You can now hear Leadership Now on CJXC Radio at 11 AM Tuesdays and rebroadcast at 11 PM Thursdays. https://cjxc.ca/
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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

13: Scared Churches, Scared Christians and What to Do About It

Fri, 30 Apr 2021 09:12:19 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock addresses the fear that is dominating the headlines and provides biblical wisdom and leadership principles to help guide our thinking.

Supplemental Resources

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Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

12: 9 Bad Reasons to Close Your Church

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 14:53:13 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock provides answers to the 9 reasons people close their churches including: "because it's a good witness to the community" and "because it isn't persecution."

Supplemental Resources

We are excited to partner with the Fight Laugh Feast Network to reach more listeners. Download the app here: https://subsplash.com/fightlaughfeastnetwork/app
CTV article https://www.ctvnews.ca/health/coronavirus/experts-explain-why-canada-s-third-wave-is-less-deadly-so-far-and-why-we-still-need-to-be-concerned-1.5397444
Pursuit of Glory blog: https://pursuitofglory.org/

11: Who’s Your Authority? Cancel Culture in Society, the Seminary, and the Church

Thu, 15 Apr 2021 14:42:40 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses:

How did we come to a state of such confusion and insanity in our society.
What happens when a nation cancels God.
How cancel culture is affecting society, the seminary, and the church.

Supplemental Resources

https://leadershipnow.podbean.com/e/a-christian-response-to-race-and-nationhood/

10: Understanding Persecution and the Relationship of Church and State

Fri, 09 Apr 2021 13:41:38 -0400

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock explains:

The current situation churches in Canada are facing.
What persecution is and why the current restrictions are, in fact, persecution of the church.
How we should understand the relationship of church and state.

Supplemental Resources

9: How Should Christians Respond to a 3rd Lockdown?

Thu, 01 Apr 2021 16:11:52 -0400

Ontario pulls the "Emergency Brake" and locks down for a 3rd time. How do we respond? In this episode we discuss:

The reality that we are in a spiritual war.
A tragic side-effect of senseless lockdowns.
How to overcome fear and re-integrate in church life.
Advice for churches that are not yet open.
How we minster to fearful people and share the Gospel during this time.

Supplemental Resources and News Articles

1. Harvest Windsor's stance on COVID-19 (https://harvestwindsor.ca/our-stance-on-covid-19/)

2. Liberty Coalition Canada list of churches gathering for Good Friday/Resurrection Sunday (https://www.libertycoalitioncanada.com/we-will-gather-easter-2021)

3. Ezra Institute Podcast (https://feedpress.me/eicc-podcast-for-cultural-reformation)

8: A Christian Response to Race and Nationhood

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 19:06:59 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock addresses race and nationhood from a biblical perspective. Specifically we discuss:

1. The importance of discussing racism and the danger of virtue-signaling.

2. Some key biblical considerations and cultural lies that we need to be aware of in this discussion.

3. How a secular worldview can taint the church's response.

4. Why the source of our identity is critical.

Supplemental Resources and News Articles

1. https://christianconcern.com/ccpressreleases/victory-for-scottish-church-leaders-as-judge-rules-government-acted-unconstitutionally-when-criminalising-gathered-worship/

7: A Christian Response to M.A.I.D.

Thu, 18 Mar 2021 16:59:51 -0400

In this episode, Dr. Aaron Rock address Medical Assistance in Dying (M.A.I.D.) in light of the recent passing of Bill C-7 here in Canada which expands access to M.A.I.D. to those struggling with mental illness. Specifically we discuss:

1. What is M.A.I.D. and how did we get here.

2. The arguments for and against M.A.I.D.

3. Critical biblical considerations

4. Alternatives to M.A.I.D. and what Christians can do now that Bill C-7 is passed.

Supplemental Resources

1. The Association for Reformed Political Action (ARPA https://arpacanada.ca/) has many great resources dealing with euthanasia including their site "Care not Kill" https://carenotkill.ca/

2. Here is the article informing us of Pastor James Coates' release: https://www.jccf.ca/pastor-james-coates-to-be-released-from-jail-as-crown-withdraws-charges/

6: What to do when it’s Hard to Trust Authority?

Thu, 11 Mar 2021 10:22:07 -0500

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses:

The dangers of blindly trusting the “Experts”
The limits of science and the preeminence of divine revelation
How we should understand Romans 13

Supplemental Resources

5: The Myth of Moral Neutrality

Wed, 03 Mar 2021 18:42:31 -0500

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses:

How believers often fall prey to the idea of moral neutrality.
The notion that sins are weighted differently in their punishment.
The various positions on the scale of moral sensitivity.
What big moral issues are particularly important to study right now.

Supplemental Resources

1. What went wrong in Canada's Pandemic Response? A presentation by Lieutenant Colonel David Redman.

4: Home Church, Underground Church, and the Church Institute

Thu, 25 Feb 2021 18:44:39 -0500

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses:

What the church is and how it differs from a simple gathering of believers.
The practical importance of church buildings and the church institute.
The benefits and deficits of home churches.
How churches can prepare for future persecution.

Supplemental Resources:

1. Live Not by Lies: A Manual for Christian Dissidents by Rod Dreher

2. A Week of Sacred Assembly: Praying & Fasting for our Nation

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3: Canadian Pastor Arrested; Officials ”Cross the Rubicon”

Thu, 18 Feb 2021 12:52:58 -0500

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses:

1. The recent arrest of Pastor James Coates of GraceLife Church in Edmonton Alberta

2. The overreach of our government and why Pastor Coates' arrest should shock us.

3. The relationship of church and state and why it is important for the church as an institute to be defended.

Supplemental Resources:

1. If you or your church would like to join in the "Call to Sacred Assembly: a week of fasting and prayer" from February 28 to March 6th, you can use and share this graphic:

2. To learn more about the relationship of the church and the state please check out The Niagara 2020 Declaration

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2: Should Christians be Politically Engaged?

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 16:30:46 -0500

In this episode Dr. Aaron Rock discusses the need for Christians to discard the false dualism that separates spiritual life from political life and to see political engagement as part of our responsibility to stand up against injustice, speaking out for the betterment of society, the role of the church, etc. Some main areas of discussion are:

1. Some of the shifting realties in politics that necessitate that we become more engaged.

2. The "political" issues we need to be most concerned about today.

3. Things Christians/churches should not be doing politically.

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1: Act Essential: Why Churches Should Oppose Lockdowns

Wed, 03 Feb 2021 17:09:58 -0500

In this debut episode Dr. Aaron Rock introduces the Leadership Now podcast and discusses the following:

1. The damages lockdowns cause and why he is opposed to them.

2. What biblical justice is and how it is relevant to lockdowns.

3. Why it is important that churches speak out against lockdowns and push for reopening.

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