The Assent Podcast
Welcome to The Assent Podcast! A podcast about assenting to the right principles. In particular, principles associated with living purposefully, working to develop skills, valuing people and building relationships, positioning where value can be added, and being disciplined with resources. The podcast is hosted by Christopher Clay, author of Five Principles, long time CFO, consultant and family man. Topics and discussion range from religion to politics, family and business, and even some outdoor fun! Let us know how we can improve this podcast. Thank you.
Episodes
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
The Assent Podcast - Special Episode 3: Sin
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
Thursday Apr 11, 2024
The episode embarks on an enlightening journey through the Bible, beginning with the pivotal moments in Genesis that shape our understanding of sin. It skillfully navigates through the narrative of Adam and Eve in Genesis 3, presenting sin not as a mere act of disobedience but as a fundamental distortion of divine order, leading to a cascading effect of suffering and separation from God.
Through a detailed examination of biblical passages, The Assent Podcast reveals how sin is a pervasive force that distorts judgment, escalates conflict, and perpetuates through generations. From the deception in the Garden of Eden to the fratricide of Cain and Abel, and the eventual moral decline leading to the Flood, the podcast paints a vivid picture of humanity's struggle with sin.
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
The Assent Podcast - Special Episode 2: Genesis and Creation
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
Thursday Mar 21, 2024
In the beginning, there was an unfathomable burst of creation. The Assent Podcast proudly presents a dive into the cosmic inception of our universe as narrated by the Old Testament. Genesis 1:1 sets the stage, but there's more beneath the surface.
This episode, enriched with faith and reason, examines cosmology and the compelling Argument from First Cause, asking: what sparked existence? Was it something, nothing, or has it always been? We approach the universe's birth with both science and scripture, pondering the Big Bang and the fine-tuning that suggests an intricate design. From proton and electron sizes to the Goldilocks Zone, we explore the mathematical underpinnings and objective morality that shape our reality.
We trace the steps of monotheism, from its Judaic roots through Zoroastrianism, Christianity, and Islam, and consider profound texts like St. Athanasius's "On the Incarnation," C.S. Lewis's "Mere Christianity," and Lee Strobel's "The Case for Christ."
Embark on a scholarly expedition through the Bible using a five-principle methodology that reveals it as a unified literary work of divine wisdom. We'll tackle sin and redemption, the quintessential conflict and theme of the Scriptures.
As we journey from Genesis through symbols, patterns, and order, every story, every creation day, culminates in a world teeming with life and purpose. From the cosmic to the individual, from families to nations, a pattern emerges — God, Sin, Redemption.
Tune in for a transformative experience where ancient words transcend time. This isn't just a tale of the past; it's wisdom for today, a call to find our place in this vast narrative.
For wisdom and guidance, where do we turn? Join us, as we ascend to the profound truths rooted in the beginning of all things. Welcome to The Assent Podcast — where every story ascends to truth.
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Check out PragerU's "Science and God": https://youtu.be/UjGPHF5A6Po?si=kdFyPEZ-0Wg6e0da
Read Eric Metaxes' book "Is Atheism Dead?": https://www.amazon.com/Atheism-Dead-Eric-Metaxas/dp/1684511739/
Especially, check out Dr. Bill Creasy's Logos Bible Study: https://www.logosbiblestudy.com/
Friday Feb 02, 2024
The Assent Podcast - Interview 1: Paul and Linda Clay
Friday Feb 02, 2024
Friday Feb 02, 2024
In this interview with my parents, Paul and Linda Clay, in the Summer of 2023, we discuss many important things.
The coming troubles in Israel, life purpose, family and parenting, God's grace, and advice for future generations.
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Thursday Jul 06, 2023
The Assent Podcast - Resources, Episode 9
Thursday Jul 06, 2023
Thursday Jul 06, 2023
Every person, old or young, minority, male or female, poor or rich, and everyone in between has the same number of hours, minutes, seconds in a day. No one, including the most powerful people in the world, can save time. All are equal in that all spend time—second by second. No one controls how many seconds, minutes, hours, or days he or she gets. The wealthiest person with the greatest access to health care and safety can trip and fall, a car can malfunction, nature can have its way, and tragedy can strike. One day at a time is all you have, which is experienced one moment at a time. You are in time—it is inescapable.
Spend your resources – especially time in very PURPSEFUL, DISCIPLINED, and FOCUSED ways.
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
The Assent Podcast - Environment, Episode 8
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
If you can recognize some of your own biases, you have a better ability to mute these biases out of your analysis of the world in which you live and recognize the world for what it is and is not. This leaves you with your first key to dealing with your environment: Your ability to see the world as it is will never be perfect; to realize this, you must let go of ego. This is the only way to truly understand the threats and opportunities of the competitive landscape and the world is a competitive place!
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
The Assent Podcast - Relationships Revisited, Episode 7
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
People travel to wonder at the height of mountains, at the huge waves of the sea, at the long courses of rivers, at the vast compass of the ocean, at the circular motion of the stars; and they pass by themselves without wondering.
—Augustine
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
The Assent Podcast - Skills, Episode 6
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
You are unique and that is wonderful! Don't stop there. Uniqueness is just a state of being. Those unique things do not matter on their own, but what you do with that uniqueness does. What skills you develop in balancing the state between ability and inability matters! Develop skills.
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
The Assent Podcast - Community, Episode 5
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
You can change the world. Take things slow, make small changes, track results, analyze outcomes, and repeat as needed. Be careful taking away suffering caused by error that is how people learn. How can you add value? Help others? Serve in some quiet way?
Hi, I am Christopher Clay, host of The Assent Podcast. Let me tell you a little bit about myself!
First off, I am a Christian. I take my faith seriously; I love God and all of his creation, especially people! God has blessed me with wonderful friends and family.
Professionally, I am an experienced chief financial officer with a history of success in healthcare. I love to build businesses, hire people, and make the world a better place. I am skilled at finance, planning, operations, management, accounting, and team building. I like to help communities grow and enjoy bringing about healthy changes.
For fun, I like to read- scripture, the church fathers, philosophy, psychology, business, finance, and a little pulp fiction too. I am always looking for an excuse to get outside too! Backpacking, snowboarding, and mountain biking are my favorite things to do. I am trying to learn how to bow hunt and fly fish with the help of some dear friends. For health, I practice Brazilian jiu-jistu, kettlebell, and running.
Thanks for supporting regular guys like me!