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Foundational U

By Dean Hackett

Welcome to Foundational U with Dr. Dean Hackett.
We are so glad that you joined us for today's podcast.
We strive to lay a strong foundation for many generations.
You can find out more about Dr. Dean, read his blog, and find more episodes at fdeanhackett.com.
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Episode 61 | Finding True North

Foundational USep 22, 2023

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Episode 61 | Finding True North

Episode 61 | Finding True North

Is there a clear map that will help someone find the road that leads to a good life, a healthy life, eternal life? Is there a “true north” spiritually?


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Sep 22, 202322:14
Episode 60 | Dealing With Evil and the Devil

Episode 60 | Dealing With Evil and the Devil

If there is real evil and a very real devil and demons, how do you deal with it? What is our responsibility? Tune back in next week on Friday at 2:00 pm for another great episode.

Sep 07, 202313:13
Episode 59 | The Angel of Light, a Very Real Devil

Episode 59 | The Angel of Light, a Very Real Devil

Is the devil real? If so, who is he and where did he come from?


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Sep 01, 202318:28
Episode 58 | The Reality of Evil

Episode 58 | The Reality of Evil

Is there real evil in the world? If so, what is the source and the cause of evil?


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Aug 18, 202315:44
Episode 57 | How Can the Church Make a Meaningful Impact in a Culture?

Episode 57 | How Can the Church Make a Meaningful Impact in a Culture?

Can the church make a difference in a humanistic, pagan, secular, hypersexualized culture? If yes, how the church make a meaningful impact?


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Aug 11, 202316:29
Episode 56 | The Church in a Hypersexualized Culture

Episode 56 | The Church in a Hypersexualized Culture

What is the responsibility of the church in a hypersexualized culture; especially when the culture begins making its way into the culture of the church?


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Aug 04, 202317:37
Episode 55 | What Now for the Disciple of Jesus Christ?

Episode 55 | What Now for the Disciple of Jesus Christ?

In view of the current cultural issues, what should be the perspective and behavior of an authentic disciple of Jesus Christ?


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Jul 28, 202321:31
Episode 54 | When the Light of Truth Goes Out

Episode 54 | When the Light of Truth Goes Out

What happens inside a culture when the source of truth is turned off and lies become the truth? Are the people of Western Culture experiencing that right now?


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Jul 14, 202319:27
Episode 53 | The Hidden Cause of Global Warming

Episode 53 | The Hidden Cause of Global Warming

With the World Health Organization, United Nations, and progressive governments of the world in such a panic, is there a deeper cause for an environmental disaster they are refusing to consider or address?


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Jul 07, 202317:34
Episode 52 | A Hidden Cause Impacting Our Culture

Episode 52 | A Hidden Cause Impacting Our Culture

Is there something going on behind the scenes that we are not aware of? Is there and influence that is taking place that many of our leaders are unwilling to acknowledge and recognize? Hosea chapter 4 explains the answer.



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Jun 30, 202315:23
Episode 51 | Revealing the Real Cause of Violence and Crime

Episode 51 | Revealing the Real Cause of Violence and Crime

In this episode, Dean talks about the affect's sin has had on our culture, in the forms of violence and crime.


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Jun 23, 202317:14
Episode 50 | Characteristics of the Current Western Culture

Episode 50 | Characteristics of the Current Western Culture

Holy Spirit said certain characteristics would arise in the "last days." What are those characteristics and are we seeing them taking place now in western culture?


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Jun 16, 202323:23
Episode 49 | Seducing Spirits and Doctrines of Demons

Episode 49 | Seducing Spirits and Doctrines of Demons

What is happening to the western culture? Drag Queens reading to children, legislatures and judicial decisions encouraging sex-change laws for children, it seems something has taken hold of the western culture and turned it upside down. 1Timothy 4:1-5 explains.


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Jun 09, 202319:16
Episode 48 | Christian or Disciple

Episode 48 | Christian or Disciple

When were followers of Jesus Christ first called "Christian?" Is there a difference between being a disciple of Jesus Christ and a Christian?


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May 26, 202318:15
Episode 47 | The Greatest Event in Human History

Episode 47 | The Greatest Event in Human History

The world is about to experience the greatest event in human history since the death, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. What is that event? How soon will it take place?


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May 19, 202319:22
Episode 46 | Global Governance and the Last Days

Episode 46 | Global Governance and the Last Days

The prophet Daniel, Jesus Christ, and the Apostle Paul spoke about a global government that would come to power in the Last Days. How close are we to that happening? Indeed, is there an entity rising to global power right now?


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May 12, 202318:52
Episode 45 | Are the Events of Mathew 24 Happening Now?

Episode 45 | Are the Events of Mathew 24 Happening Now?

Jesus was asked by His disciples, 'Tell us, when will these things be, and what will be the sign of Your coming abd if the end of the age?' Jesus responded to their question by giving three clusters of events that would signal how close we are to His second coming at the end times. Are these events taking place right now?


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May 05, 202324:48
Episode 44 | What in the World is Going on

Episode 44 | What in the World is Going on

Jesus said there would be one major sign that would alert us to the start of 'The Great Tribulation.' What is that marker? What does it point towards?


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Apr 28, 202321:06
Episode 43 | How Close Are We to Jesus Christ's Coming?

Episode 43 | How Close Are We to Jesus Christ's Coming?

Jesus Christ promised He would come to earth a second time. Although we do not know the day or the hour of His second coming, Jesus did give us markers that would let us know how close we are getting. What are those markers? Just how close are we getting to that time?


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Apr 21, 202326:58
Episode 42 | Jesus Christ is Alive and Active Today

Episode 42 | Jesus Christ is Alive and Active Today

The same Jesus Christ you read about in the four Gospels, Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John, is alive and still actively working on plant earth. He also promised He would come a second time. Why? For what purpose would He come to earth a second time?


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Apr 14, 202323:17
Episode 41 | Who is Jesus Christ - Did He Rise From the Dead

Episode 41 | Who is Jesus Christ - Did He Rise From the Dead

According to historical writers and many religions, Jesus was a mere mortal who founded a new religious sect. Is that accurate? Is He more than a mere mortal?


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Apr 07, 202316:23
Episode 40 | Who is Jesus Christ - Why His Death?

Episode 40 | Who is Jesus Christ - Why His Death?

According to historical writers and many religions, Jesus was a mere mortal who founded a new religious sect. Is that accurate? Is He more than a mere mortal?


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Mar 31, 202317:20
Episode 39 | Who is Jesus Christ

Episode 39 | Who is Jesus Christ

According to historical writers and many religions, Jesus was a mere mortal who founded a new religious sect. Is that accurate? Is Her more than a mere mortal?


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Mar 24, 202319:42
Episode 38 | Jesus Christ is Great than the Angels

Episode 38 | Jesus Christ is Great than the Angels

Regarded by many as a mere man, Jesus Christ is often thought of as the greatest of angels. Indeed some believe Jesus to be a brother to the arc angel Michael. What does the Bible say?


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Mar 18, 202310:08
Episode 37 | Is It Ever Right and Just to End a Human Life?

Episode 37 | Is It Ever Right and Just to End a Human Life?

All human life is sacred and to be valued above all other forms of life. Human beings are not just a higher form of animal life, but are created in the image and likeness of God. Is it ever right and just to take the life of another human being?


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Mar 10, 202315:45
Episode 36 | When Does Viable Life Begin?

Episode 36 | When Does Viable Life Begin?

Scripture clearly tells us every human being has quality of life because they are created in God's image and likeness with a purpose and destiny regardless of physical limitations. Does Scripture address when does viable life begin?


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Mar 03, 202316:57
Episode 35 | Does Some Human Life Have Great Quality of Life?

Episode 35 | Does Some Human Life Have Great Quality of Life?

Scripture teaches every human is made with reverence, awe and with marvel. What gives quality of human life and do some humans have greater quality than others? What about someone who is born with disabilities?


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Feb 24, 202316:37
Episode 34 | What is the Quality of Human Life?

Episode 34 | What is the Quality of Human Life?

Humanism and Deconstruction says it is right and just to end a human life when there is no longer quality of life. Does God address this? If so, what does He say about 'quality of life?


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Feb 17, 202316:20
Episode 33 | The Outcome of Moral Relativity - Part 4

Episode 33 | The Outcome of Moral Relativity - Part 4

Postmodernity and deconstructionism has become the foundation of American culture. Is there an example in history that reveals the natural outcome for a nation that adopts a culture of moral relativity? 


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Jan 27, 202323:59
Episode 32 | The Outcome of Moral Relativity - Part 3

Episode 32 | The Outcome of Moral Relativity - Part 3

Postmodernity and deconstructionism has become the foundation of American culture. Is there an example in history that reveals the natural outcome for a nation that adopts a culture of moral relativity? 


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Jan 20, 202321:37
Episode 31 | The Outcome of Moral Relativity - Part 2

Episode 31 | The Outcome of Moral Relativity - Part 2

PostModern and Deconstruction philosophy says truth and reality are fluid. There is no absolute truth or reality. What happens to a culture and to a person's life when the foundation is fluid and destabilized?  


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Jan 13, 202320:22
Episode 30 | The Outcome of Moral Relativity - Part 1

Episode 30 | The Outcome of Moral Relativity - Part 1

Postmodernity and deconstructionism has become the foundation of American culture. Is there an example in history that reveals the natural outcome for a nation that adopts a culture of moral relativity? 


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Jan 06, 202316:46
Episode 29 | Jewels From the Christmas Story - Part 4 | A King

Episode 29 | Jewels From the Christmas Story - Part 4 | A King

"Is it possible the Christmas story points to the end of time? Were the events surrounding the Wise Men played out previously and proclaim that all Christians should indeed celebrate Christmas?


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Dec 30, 202221:03
Episode 28 | Jewels From the Christmas Story - Part 3 | A Lamb is Born

Episode 28 | Jewels From the Christmas Story - Part 3 | A Lamb is Born

Is it possible Almighty God meant for Jesus to be born in a barn, that it was not the fault of some uncaring landlord? Does the location of Jesus birth signify an important reason Christians should be celebrating Christmas?


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Dec 23, 202221:19
Episode 27 | Jewels From the Christmas Story - Part 2 | Bread and Light

Episode 27 | Jewels From the Christmas Story - Part 2 | Bread and Light

Should Christians be celebrating Christmas? Is it possible God actually instituted the celebration of Christmas by conducting the first celebration Himself?


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Dec 16, 202221:54
Episode 26 | Jewels From the Christmas Story - Part 1 | Let's Celebrate

Episode 26 | Jewels From the Christmas Story - Part 1 | Let's Celebrate

Should Christians be celebrating Christmas? Is it possible God actually instituted the celebration of Christmas by conducting the first celebration Himself?


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Dec 09, 202220:08
Episode 25 | The Kingdom of God's Great Reset

Episode 25 | The Kingdom of God's Great Reset

Lucifer has sought to bring about a "Great Reset" throughout human history. How has Almighty God interdicted Lucifer's effort through advancing His own "Great Reset?


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Dec 02, 202223:07
Episode 24 | The Kingdom of God -vs- The Kingdom of Lucifer

Episode 24 | The Kingdom of God -vs- The Kingdom of Lucifer

The history of the world reveals a great cosmic war between the Kingdom of God and the kingdom of Lucifer. How is that cosmic war being reflected in the "Great Reset?


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Nov 25, 202221:04
Episode 23 | The Kingdom of Darkness and the Great Reset

Episode 23 | The Kingdom of Darkness and the Great Reset

Throughout history Lucifer has chosen to  use government and commerce to manifest his kingdom on earth. How is this reflected in the current "Great Reset?" 


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Nov 18, 202222:33
Episode 22 | Jesus and the Great Reset

Episode 22 | Jesus and the Great Reset

Do you understand the economic, political, and social constructs designed by the World Economic Forum in the Great Reset? How do the three teachings of Jesus in Matthew 16 relate to these constructs being established by the World Economic Forum and the United Nations in the Great Reset?


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Nov 11, 202221:05
Episode 21 | Important Lessons From Jesus for Our Time and Season | Part 3

Episode 21 | Important Lessons From Jesus for Our Time and Season | Part 3

The third lesson Jesus gave on this Galilean journey is one of the most important lessons He taught the disciples. Although sorely neglected by the church in this post modern era, it is critically needed by the church, because it is the answer Jesus gave for a secularized, pagan, hyper-sexualized culture.


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Nov 04, 202221:21
Episode 20 | Important Lessons From Jesus for Our Time and Season | Part 2

Episode 20 | Important Lessons From Jesus for Our Time and Season | Part 2

Jesus led His disciples from the Sea of Galilee to the foot of Mount Hermon. He had a very important lesson to teach them and a very strategic location. It is a lesson of critical importance to you, when facing the sectarian, pagan, hyper-sexualized culture.


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Oct 28, 202218:47
Episode 19 | Important Lessons From Jesus for Our Time and Season | Part 1

Episode 19 | Important Lessons From Jesus for Our Time and Season | Part 1

Matthew 16 records three lessons Jesus gave that are critically important to our time and season. The first lesson warns us about the "leaven of the Pharisees and Sadducees." What is that and why is it so important to you right now?


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Oct 21, 202219:46
Episode 18 | Daniel's Prophecy and Current Events

Episode 18 | Daniel's Prophecy and Current Events

What was Jesus referencing when He talked about the 'Abomination of Desolation spoken of by Daniel?" How does that prophecy relate to events that are currently taking place? Does it provide an important signal for where we are at this time and season in the Kingdom of God?


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Oct 14, 202220:23
Episode 17 | Times and Seasons and Current Events | Part 2

Episode 17 | Times and Seasons and Current Events | Part 2

Understanding the times and seasons is very important to our natural life. The nature of spring and the events and tasks to complete in the spring is very different from the fall season. There are spiritual times and seasons that we must understand. What are they? What is the responsibility of the church in the times and seasons?

 

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Oct 07, 202222:22
Episode 16 | Times and Seasons and Current Events | Part 1

Episode 16 | Times and Seasons and Current Events | Part 1

Understanding the times and seasons is very important to our natural life. The nature of spring and the events and tasks to complete in the spring is very different from the fall season. There are spiritual times and seasons that we must understand. What are they? What is the responsibility of the church in the times and seasons?

 

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Sep 30, 202222:32
Episode 15 | The Significance of the Word of God to our culture

Episode 15 | The Significance of the Word of God to our culture

How does a person know if they are deceived? Is it possible for a person or group of people to become so deceived they willingly live in delusion? What significant role does the disciple of Jesus have when a culture becomes a culture of delusion?

 

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Sep 16, 202218:33
Episode 14 | The Significance of the Word of God | Part 2

Episode 14 | The Significance of the Word of God | Part 2

The Significance of the Word of God - Part Two" - After discovering the Holy Scriptures were written by God, not a man or woman; and that God commanded we have no authority or right to amend or make alterations to the Word of God; how do  you apply them to your life?

 

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Sep 09, 202224:20
Episode 13 | The Significance of the Word of God | Part 1

Episode 13 | The Significance of the Word of God | Part 1

Many question the importance of giving time out of everyday to read and study the Bible. There are five words in the Holy Scripture translated, "word", in English. The definition and application in Holy Scripture reveals the significance of the Word of God.

 

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Sep 02, 202221:49
Episode 12 | Is the Holy Bible God's Infallible Word?

Episode 12 | Is the Holy Bible God's Infallible Word?

Was Dan Brown accurate when he wrote "History has never had a definitive version of the book [Holy Bible]..." in The Da Vinci Code? Are the Gnostic writings the true Scriptures and not the Holy Bible as we know it?

 

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Aug 26, 202222:46