Coffee with Vern

On the last episode of season 4, James and Jesse talk about a beloved member of their upstairs community, Wee Patrick. They also dive into a simple wrap-up of the Doctrine of the Trinity.

As we near the end of this season, James and Jesse decide to go out discussing one of the most difficult Christian doctrines to understand: the Trinity! We also FINALLY get to hear the fabled "fire truck story."

Before James and Jesse pick back up next week with their "Foundations" series, they both take some time to discuss what happened during their Spring Break and Holy Week.

As we approach Easter, it's a good idea to reflect on why Jesus' humanity is so important to His accomplished work on the cross, His death, and His resurrection!

Today James and Jesse talk about Jesus' deity!

Today James and Jesse continue with their "Foundations" series by talking about the importance of believing in the Virgin Birth!

Today James and Jesse discuss what Biblical Inerrancy is, and the importance of affirming it!

In the first episode of the Foundations series, James and Jesse discuss the gospel and its daily importance in the life of a Christian.

We are SO very excited to be back! Listen in and find out what has been happening with James and Jesse! Spoiler alert: it's a lot!

Today marks the last episode in our Reformation Month series. We're ending the series with a banger, highlighting the life of the "French Firebrand," William Farel, and diving into Thomas Cranmer and the reign of Bloody Mary...

Today James and Jesse continue Reformation Month with discussion about Philipp Melanchthon & Heinrich Bullinger: 2nd Generation Reformers who succeeded two very well known 1st Generation Reformers. James also talks about pumpkin spice and we announce the winners of the Coffee Mug giveaway and the Theologian Bookmark Set giveaway!

Today starts one of our favorite times of year on Coffee with Vern: Reformation Month! James and Jesse discuss why the Reformation was so important (and why it's STILL important) and get into the story of the "Morning Star of the Reformation," John Wycliffe.

In this episode James interviews former Navy Chaplain, and current West Acres employee, Jim Chatfield. Jim tells us all about how he got started in the Navy and how he was led to chaplaincy.

Today James and Jesse talk about a tough subject: false teachers. Join in the conversation as they talk about the Hope Collective, fixing toilets, and how to "test everything" (1 Thess. 5:21).

Today James and Jesse discuss an initiative called "Who's Your One." With "Who's Your One," they talk about what it is, who your "one" is, and the importance of this initiative. But... there's no coffee this episode. Yep, that's what I said... no coffee...

James is back from his time away and is ready to go! Join in on the conversation as he and Jesse talk about everything from spiders to not wasting your life. "Losers are keepers." - R. Kent Hughes

Today James talks in depth about his role with the local high school football team, he and Jesse discuss what it means to live a life with purpose, and they unveil James' new initiative: Hope Collective!

WELCOME BACK TO COFFEE WITH VERN! Thanks for joining us for our first episode of Season 3! We've been gone for the summer and A LOT has happened! Listen in as James and Jesse talk about the birth of Jesse's new baby, how James got the nickname "Coach Jimmy," and other antics before we settle down for a hefty season!

Today is not only the final episode of the Puritan Series, it is also the FINAL EPISODE OF SEASON 2!! Enjoy this last episode and get ready for all new content coming in August 2021!

Join us as we continue Puritan Month! Today we cover two more "Johns" of Puritanism: John Flavel and Jonathan Edwards. One we consider the "Robin Hood of Puritans," and the other is known as the "Greatest American Theologian."

Today we continue our Puritan series with James' favorite (John Owen) and Jesse's favorite (John Bunyan). Amazingly, Owen and Bunyan were close friends despite growing up in a time of unrest and ultimately being from different worlds. Join us as we discuss these two servants of Christ!

It's finally here: Puritan Month! Tune in as James and Jesse dive into what Puritanism is, where the name came from, how they're different than the Reformers, and a short bio of the "Principle Architect of the Puritans," William Perkins!

The day is FINALLY here! Pastor Larry Harmon finally makes his podcast debut on Coffee with Vern! Today we dive into his past, how he came to be at West Acres, and some of his favorite memories from his 35 years at West Acres!

Today on Coffee with Vern, we interview West Acres' newest staff member: Children's Pastor, Peter Johnston. Listen/watch along as we all get to know Peter together!

In this episode of Coffee with Vern, Jesse asks James a tough question regarding Youth Ministry and James goes into detail why Youth Ministry is so important and why he loves Youth Ministry.

Today James talks to a very special guest: Rob Neff, the Pastor of Music and Worship here at West Acres! Rob discusses everything from his start in music ministry and how he got to where he is today!

Today James finally jumps back in to his series on worship! Laugh as James discusses his mustache and they both discuss moments from Staff Retreat. But then be sure to strap in as they discuss some hard truths about what it means to worship God biblically!

Today James and Jesse enter into their 4th session of "Casual Conversations." They discuss a multitude of items; from books they're reading, their personal quiet-times, and even why James is wearing overalls.

On this episode of Coffee with Vern we are joined by the Executive Pastor of West Acres, Josh Heath! Josh tells us a little about himself, his past athletic exploits, and his hope for the future of WABC!

Join us as we dive into the last session of our Love Offering for Jesus series! Today James discusses why he told everyone his dad wears overalls, and all three discuss past experiences with mission trips they have been on: India, Utah, and West Virginia.

Join us as we continue our LOFJ series on Coffee with Vern! Malone is back to give us the amazing stories behind such offerings as the Annie Armstrong Easter Offering and the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering. He also explains why West Acres puts those offerings together in the Love Offering for Jesus. Oh, and James drinks some of fancy coffee again. You know the drill.

Today we are starting a 3 part series on West Acres' annual "Love Offering for Jesus!" Malone is joining us once again to explain what the "Love Offering for Jesus" is and we discuss the implications/actions that come from such an offering! Be sure to join us for the next 3 weeks as we have great discussion about missions!

James is back from his time in quarantine and ready to talk about all thing scripture, coffee, and Marvel! Listen in as he and Jesse discuss James' beginnings into the art of collecting comic books, James' honest reaction to how he spent his time in quarantine, and an introduction to a way to study the scriptures called "Inductive Studying."

Join Jesse as James phones in to the show live from quarantining in his basement! Listen on as they talk about what life is like during quarantine, what James has been up to, finding peace and comfort in this time, and holding firm to promises like that of Romans 8:18!

Well, 2021 is finally here. And with this new year comes a new season of Coffee with Vern! On this very first episode of Season 2, James and Jesse discuss how coffee can have different flavors, the plan for Season 2, what books they received over the break, and what books they are currently reading. Join us as we dive headlong into 2021!

Today, on the Christmas Special, James and Jesse discuss the implications of the lowly shepherds from the birth of Jesus as well as the name of Immanuel. BUT, not only is today the Christmas Special, it is also the last episode of the year! We will continue back with Season 2 starting Jan. 19th, 2021! Have a great Christmas season, may God bless you and yours!

Today we celebrate our 20th episode! Join us as we look back on our favorite episodes so far and as we discuss some of our favorite Christmas traditions. *Warning* we do get real about Santa for a bit, so young kids may want to leave the room if they're around!

Today on Coffee with Vern we have yet another special guest: Brother Mephibosheth, aka David Nowling. Brother Phib talks about his love for the mission field and his love for books, as he dives into his current favorite: "Valley of the Vision."

Today we have a very special guest join us, who is also a super-fan of the show, Jaime Milford! Jaime tells her family's amazing story dealing their experience with childhood cancer with their daughter Reagan, and how that journey led them to create the Victorious Reagan and Friends foundation! It is a MUST listen for this Thanksgiving season!

Today we have a very special guest joining us: Jessie Holmes, BCM Director of Augusta University. Today James talks to Jessie about his life and how he got started as a BCM Director.

Okay, okay... so we don't have a special guest for today... BUT we still have a good conversation about this season of our lives, and all we have to be thankful for!

In today's episode, James and Jesse enter into another Casual Conversation regarding upcoming guests, upcoming series, and books they are currently reading.

In this final, hour long, episode of the Reformation Series, James and Jesse discuss the life and accomplishments of Martin Luther!

In the 3 session of the Reformation series, James, Malone, and Jesse talk about one of the more well-known names of the Reformation: John Calvin.

On today's episode of Coffee with Vern, James talks about his love for the Braves, and then he and Jesse jump back into the Reformation with conversations about Ulrich Zwingly and John Knox!

Lot's of things happen when Coffee with Vern falls on a Wednesday instead of a Tuesday... Today James, Malone, and Jesse talk about Halloween memories, laughter ensues, and James begins his monthly discussion on the Reformation.

Malone is back to join James and Jesse as they have casual conversations about each of their testimonies, including how God brought them to West Acres!

VERN IS FINALLY BACK! We welcome back Vern as he dives in to answer a few questions sent from you all!

Today marks 6 months since the pandemic officially affected West Acres and James discusses what has happened during that time.

Today Malone returns and talks with James about ways to tackle reading the Bible, and how make it a discipline.

This was supposed to be the "Questions for Vern" episode, but as no one sent in any questions, James has an off-the-cuff conversation about the Word of God!