Digging Deeper

In this episode, Josh and Alex talk about the question, "Does God care how we worship?" They work through Ecclesiastes 5 as they "dig deeper" into the previous week's sermon at FBC Monroe City, MO. We'd appreciate it if you would click that "follow" button to stay updated on new content. New episodes drop every Wednesday (Lord willing). Please share this episode and give an honest five-star review! Thanks for listening! Helpful Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Does-God-Care-How-Worship/dp/1629957925/ref=sr_1_1?crid=22DB9ER7OHVOK&keywords=does+God+care+how+we+worship&qid=1668534921&sprefix=does+god+care+how+we+worship+%2Caps%2C171&sr=8-1https://www.amazon.com/Corporate-Worship-Gathers-Building-Churches/dp/1433569825/ref=sr_1_1?crid=XEUHCAZMZ3ZB&keywords=corporate+worship+matt+merker&qid=1668534950&sprefix=corporate+worship+%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-1https://www.amazon.com/Worship-D-Matthew-Allen/dp/0970524862/ref=sr_1_4?crid=628AJBR7YMPA&keywords=regulative+principle+of+worship&qid=1668534970&sprefix=regulative+principle+%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-4 https://www.amazon.com/Worship-Understanding-Participating-Leading-Corporate/dp/0802419941/ref=sr_1_1?crid=TGE7QNVG5CXM&keywords=on+worship+h.b.+charles+jr&qid=1668535016&sprefix=on+worship+%2Caps%2C102&sr=8-1

In this episode, we talk through Ecclesiastes 4:4-16. The Preacher exposes three temptations that we all struggle with envy, isolation, and pride. What's the cure for these? What does this look like practically? As always, please click the "follow" button so you can stay up-to-date on new episodes! We'd appreciate an honest five-star review! You can follow us on Facebook and Instagram @the_reformed_life. New episodes are every Wednesday! Recommended Resources: https://www.amazon.com/Note-Self-Discipline-Preaching-Yourself/dp/1433522063/ref=sr_1_1?crid=4YY4KBO3KZXB&keywords=note+to+self+Joe+thorn&qid=1667929807&sprefix=note+to+self+joe+thorn%2Caps%2C133&sr=8-1https://www.amazon.com/Power-Christian-Contentment-Finding-Christ-Centered/dp/0801093880/ref=sr_1_1?crid=600P4BP49MAF&keywords=the+power+of+christian+contentment&qid=1667929837&sprefix=Power+of+Christian+Contentment+%2Caps%2C115&sr=8-1https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/christian-living/the-rare-jewel-of-christian-contentment/

In this episode, Alex and Josh sit down to discuss Ecclesiastes 3:16-22. What did the Preacher see, and what did the Preacher know? Do we see and know the same? We hope you enjoy this podcast episode, and we pray it blesses you greatly! Please follow and share the podcast. We'd appreciate any honest five-star reviews as well! Below is a resource that may be able to help you as you consider engaging in the public sphere: https://www.amazon.com/Doctrine-Lesser-Magistrates-Resistance-Repudiation/dp/1482327686/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1652UAFDF0ZK1&keywords=the+doctrine+of+the+lesser+magistrates&qid=1667316964&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIxLjY1IiwicXNhIjoiMS40NCIsInFzcCI6IjEuNTAifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=the+doctrine+of+the+l%2Caps%2C185&sr=8-1

In this episode, Josh and Alex talk through the issue of work! In the book of Ecclesiastes, the Preacher shows that there are limitations to our work, but there is also joy in our work. What are these limitations? What is this joy? Listen to the podcast to find out! If you like the podcast, please like, share, and subscribe to it! We'd appreciate any honest, five-star reviews as well (we hear this helps with something)! 

In this episode, Josh and Alex talk about the idea of wisdom in the book of Ecclesiastes. Is wisdom vanity? Are there advantages to wisdom? If so, what are they? We hope you enjoy this episode! If so, would you please like, subscribe, and share the podcast? Also, we'd love it if you gave an honest five-star review. Thanks for listening, and we pray it encourages you! 

Why does it seem like there is a "disturbing lack of discernment" within church bodies today? According to Pastor John MacArthur, there are six reasons for this tragedy. In this episode, we talk through these six reasons and express our agreement or disagreement with them. We would love it if you liked, shared, and subscribed to our podcast. As always, an honest, five-star review is appreciated! Thanks for listening! 

WE'RE BACK! After a long summer of ministry, we're able to get back on the mics! Today we talk about contending for the faith from the book of Jude. What does it mean? Why don't Christians generally contend for the faith? Is there a wrong way to contend for the faith? How do we regain urgency in contending for the faith? These are questions that we seek to answer in today's episode. We would love it if you would like, subscribe, and share the podcast! As always,   we'd love an honest, five-star review (we hear this helps)! Thanks for listening! 

In this episode, we continue looking at the question, "Why do we do that?" when it comes to our Lord's Day gathering. Today, we talk about why preaching matters. Why do we have preaching? What kind of preaching should we have? How should preaching be done? And, what is the congregation's role in the preaching of God's Word? We would love it if you liked, subscribed, and followed the podcast on social media! If you're willing, please give an honest, five-star review (we hear this helps!). As always, thanks for listening and we pray it encourages you! 

Why do we sing in the worship services? What do we sing in the worship service? What if you don't have a good singing voice? Should you still sing? Josh and Alex answer these questions and more as they talk through this episode. Please like/subscribe/follow the podcast, and we would love it if you left an honest, five-star review (we hear this helps)! You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at @diggingdeeperpod Thanks for listening! 

What is a "call to worship"? Is it biblical? Why should churches utilize them? In this episode, Josh and Alex talk through these questions and the importance of having a "call to worship" in the corporate gathering of the church.  Hey! We'd love it if you'd like/subscribe/follow the podcast on whatever podcasting app you use. Also, if you'd like, we'd appreciate it if you'd leave an honest, five-star review (we hear this helps!) You can find us on Facebook and Instagram at @diggingdeeperpod Thanks for listening!    

Is church membership biblical? Why does it matter? What about church discipline? Is discipline within the body of Christ loving? We answer these questions in today's episode! We would love it if you liked, subscribed, and shared this podcast. If you feel up for it, please leave an honest, five-star review (we hear this helps!). Thanks for listening! 

Pride & Humility: Are they vices or virtues? How are they expressed in the lives of Christians? Josh and Alex answer these questions and more as they discuss this subject in today's episode! Please like, share, and subscribe to our podcast! We would love it if you left us an honest, five-star review! These reviews help get the word out about Digging Deeper (so we've heard). Thanks for listening and we pray it encourages you!   

In this episode, Alex and Josh talk about the benefit of a church having a plurality of elders. What are elders? Why are they necessary? Are they Biblical? They answer these questions and more! As always, please like, subscribe, and leave an honest, five-star review; this helps get the word out about Digging Deeper. Thanks for listening!  

In this episode, Alex and Josh talk about the idea of enduring suffering. Why are Christians surprised by suffering? How do we remain vigilant? If you enjoy the podcast, please like, subscribe, or follow. Please leave an honest five-star review, which will help get the word out about Digging Deeper! Thanks for listening and we pray this episode encourages you!  

In this episode, Alex and Josh talk about the necessity of arming oneself with the mind of Christ for the day of suffering. What does it mean? How do we do it? Why do we do it? Please like, share, and subscribe to the podcast! Also, if you're willing, please give an honest, five-star review. We pray this blesses you! 

WE'RE BACK! After a couple of weeks off, Alex and Josh pick up the mics to talk through the idea of suffering. How can suffering be a blessing? What hinders Christians from suffering well? If you like the episode, please feel free to like, share, and subscribe! We'd love it if you would give an honest, five-star review to the podcast; this helps get the word out! Thanks for listening! 

In this episode, Alex and Josh talk through 1 Peter 3:1-7. What is Biblical submission? What does it mean to live with your wives in an understanding way? We hope this episode is a blessing to you! If you'd like, we'd love it if you liked, shared, and subscribed to our podcast. Also, we'd love an honest, 5-star review! You can check us out on Facebook and Instagram! Facebook: @DiggingDeeperPod Instagram: digging_deeperpod 

In this episode, Alex and Josh pick up the mics to talk through what it looks like to engage the culture with the gospel, should Christians submit to the government in all things, and if not, where can/should Christians disobey the governing authorities. We hope you enjoy! 

In this episode, Josh and Alex talk through our identity in Christ, our purpose in Christ, and what it means for the Christian to live a godly life. Our Bible passage for this episode is 1 Peter 2:9-12. We hope you enjoy! 

In this episode, Josh & Alex talk through conflict within the body of Christ, why we have it, and how should we approach it. We pray this episode blesses you! you can check us out on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/DiggingDeeperPodYou can find us on Instagram @ digging_deeperpod

In this episode, Josh & Alex talk through spiritual growth. What do we need to put away? What do we need to put in?  Ransom Bible Study Method: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/576590ca5016e10f950a7eaa/t/5b889ece575d1fb403f5f651/1535680206570/RANSOM-Bible-Study-Method-Print.pdfBiblical Theology (9Marks): https://www.amazon.com/Biblical-Theology-Faithfully-Building-Churches/dp/1433556065/ref=sr_1_3?crid=23FEFFP7TDFJ8&keywords=biblical+theology+9marks&qid=1644358854&sprefix=biblical+theology+9marks%2Caps%2C99&sr=8-3Grasping God's Word: A Hands-On Approach to Reading, Interpreting, and Applying the Bible:https://www.amazon.com/Grasping-Gods-Word-Hands-Interpreting/dp/0310492572/ref=sr_1_1?crid=29CJ0379LRWNT&keywords=grasping+gods+word&qid=1644358766&sprefix=grasping+gods+word%2Caps%2C77&sr=8-1

In this episode, Josh and Alex pick up the mics to talk through the idea of Christian love. What is it? How can churches display love towards one another? We answer these questions and more as we walk through the episode!