Grace to Stand

Fresh back from the Gospel Reformation Network Ruling Elder Conference, Darin and George discuss the blessing that Elders are to the Church of Jesus Christ.

George and Darin discuss the mixture of emotions that Christian's have about Death and how Christians should process that in light of a fallen world looking to the Resurrection of Christ to rightly hold the tension.

Darin and George discuss the growing trend of Protestants celebrating Lent and getting Ashes on their Foreheads during Ash Wednesday.

Pastor George talks about his upcoming call to join MNA's Ministry to State as the State Capitol Minister to North Carolina. Pastor Darin shares his experiences in this position and how Christians should view their relationship to government and elected officials.

Pastors Darin and George discuss the seeming shift in the country to a more nuetral or positive view of Conservatism and what this means for the Church.

Pastor George's Christmas Eve Homily which concludes his study in Isaiah 9. This week the Title "Prince of Peace" and the telling of the December 24, 1914 World War I story of the Christmas Truce.

A ridiculous conversation about the Mike Tyson fight against Jake Paul and what it says about our longings for Redemption, a Hero, and Immortality.

Election day has come and gone and we have some new leaders. What is next for the Christian? Darin and George discuss the Christians responsibility toward their elected officials.

Have you ever wondered what God loves most? This message was delivered at the Meadowview Mission's Conference recently by Alan Foster. Pastor Alan Foster is the MNA Church Planting Resource Director.

In light of the recent news about Pastor Steve Lawson, Pastors George and Darin discuss thoughts on how to process when Pastors fall and disqualify themselves from ministry.

Is it ok to vote for the lesser of 2 evils?   Is it ok to not vote at all?  What is our responsibility as Christians as it relates to politics?  Pastors George and Darin discuss all this and more.

Pastor George discusses the Children of Light Symposium at Meadowview with Dr. James N. Anderson (RTS Charlotte) and Dr. Rosaria Butterfield.

Darin and George Share some thoughts about God's Providence and the Assassination attempt of President Trump. Our prayers go out for the family of Corey Comperatore who lost his life protecting his family from the shooter.

In this 4th of July edition of Grace to Stand, Pastor George discusses the founding of our Country, Freedom, and the appropriateness of Christian Patriotism. Article Referenced & Read : Patriotism & the Pastor by Pastor Rob Pascienza at ByFaithOnline.com https://byfaithonline.com/patriotism-and-the-pastor/ John Adams Quote Read - https://www.nps.gov/subjects/nationalmall4th/history-of-independence-day.htm

Darin and George just got back from their respective annual denominational meetings; Darin from the ARP Synod & George from the PCA's General Assembly. Here they share reflections on those meetings in light of Church History and the Scriptures.

Is it legalistic to pursue holiness? To guard your life? To exhort others? To call others to repentance? To protect worship? How is Antinomianism related to Legalism?  Learn how Legalism negates the Grace of Christ in your life, prevents repentance,  and can be ultimately damning.

Pastors Darin & George discuss some insights into the reasons and benefits of podcasting for ministry.

Meadowview's former Pastor Gary Cox delivers the Keynote address for Meadowview's 75th Anniversary Celebration.

With the 2024 Solar Eclipse in the books, Pastors Darin & George speak about what the wonders of Creation say about our God and how they point us to Him.

Is saying "Christ is King" antisemitic? Pastors Darin and George discuss the recent dust-up over this saying that is so dear to Christians as we consider the Life, Death and Resurrection this week.

Rev. Darin Stone flies solo in this shorter episode on Faith & Politics in what promises to be a contentious election season in the U.S. As the PCA's Minister to State in NC, Darin is a gifted thinker and pastor in this area. Learn more about Darin's work with MTS: https://www.mts-nc.org/mts-minister

Pastor George is joined by the Worship Minister at Meadowview and they discuss the reasons why we don't sing Hillsong, Bethel, nor Elevation Worship and the important distinction between what individual Christians do and what should be done in Corporate Worship.

Darin & George discuss the Alistair Begg Controvery as well as the latest #HeGetsUs Campaign and how Christians should think critically and Biblically about these things. Alistair Begg Comments - last few minutes of video https://www.truthforlife.org/resources/sermon/christian-manifesto-interview/ Alistair Begg FollowUp Sermon https://www.parksidechurch.com/learn/resources/media-center/sermon/compassion-or-condemnation/ #HeGetsUs 2024 Super Bowl Ad https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=94BqlDQ-Ppo https://hegetsus.com/en "What the Ad Should have been" - He Saves US https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rV3AnTUPiDY

Is Taylor Swift unwittingly catechizing your kids? With much nuance, Pastor's Darin and George discuss the effect of uncritically allowing cultural influences to catechize Christian kids.

Pastors Darin and George speak about this work on Christian Contentment by Jeremiah Burroughs as they look to being Satisfied in Christ this new year.

Here Pastor George talks about the importance of the Word of God as the moment our Daily Lives should revolve around. In doing so, he explains the 2024 Meadowview Scripture Reading Plan which can be found here: https://meadowviewpca.org/thy-word-is-a-lamp-unto-my-feet-scripture-reading-plan/

Pastors Darin and George wrap the year up by answering 10 questions as 2023 draws to a close and 2024 is about to being.

Reflections on the Song "Mary did you know?"   Marvel at the question!  Pastor George analyzes the song which is either loved or hated by millions.  Based on this article: https://irreverentreverend.org/2021/12/07/mary-knew-and-she-didnt-and-i-love-the-song/

A short Thanksgiving Devotional for y'all from Pastor George. Happy Thanksgiving!

Ruling Elder John Hargett speaks at Meadowview's men's breakfast about the Sovereignty of God amidst the tragedies he's faced in his life. John lost his father when he was a child, he lost his 1st wife in a car accident when his kids were 5 and 7, he's battled cancer, and just last year had a stroke which killed his lifelong dream. Yet, through it all He praises God. Be encouraged by this talk.

In this increasingly post-Christian and rebellious culture against Biblical Values, Christians are increasingly having to make decisions that put them at odds with their family and friends. Should you attend a Gay Wedding? What do you allow to take place under your roof? How to honor the Lord and Love your family. These are not easy decisions. Pastors George and Darin Discuss.

With great trepidation, Pastor George explains his understanding and view of what's going on in Israel. He also describes some of his background as Middle Easterner who grew up with his grandparents who immigrated from Syria.

George and Darin discuss the latest departure from Biblical Christianity by Andy Stanley & North Point Church and what it matters. For details: https://cbmw.org/2023/10/01/andy-stanleys-version-christianity/ https://wng.org/opinions/the-train-is-leaving-the-station-1695036498 https://wng.org/opinions/go-and-sin-no-more-1696305138 https://albertmohler.com/2018/08/10/getting-unhitched-old-testament-andy-stanley-aims-heresy

We continue our series on Worship by going through the Ordinary Means of Grace. This week's focus is on the preached and read WORD of God.

A Discussion on how the components of worship train our hearts and fix our eyes on Christ. Darin and George discuss Liturgy, the Order of Worship, as well as the Elements, Forms, and Circumstances of Worship.

Darin and George discuss the reason, goals, requirements, and benefits of Corporate Worship. It should be no surprise that ultimately it is to Glory God and to Enjoy Him forever.

The first discussion in a series on Worship. How Worship rightly connects people to their God, the creator to the creator, and how it is through worship that we not only Glorify God but Enjoy Him forever in all sphere's of life.

Darin and George discuss the meaning of "Grace to Stand" as is found in Romans 5:1-2 and what it means for them on a daily basis. But first, they share reflections about doing this podcast for 1 year.

Darin and George are back at it after more than a month off. Here they speak about lessons from their Summers with their family as they look to a new school year.

Pastor George interviews Dr. Scott Shidemantle of Geneva College about the challenges of College Education in our secular society and the benefits of a Reformed Christian College Education for Covenant Families. Dr. Shidemantle is a Ruling Elder in the PCA.

This Pastor George's 3rd Sermon from John 5 where Jesus defends his ministry and person against attacks by pointing to various witnesses and evidences while standing firmly on the Sovereignty of God and the truthfulness of the Scriptures in the face of blatant unbelief.

Sermon 2 of 3 by Pastor George from John 5.  Jesus answers the objection regarding Him being God and presents us with the Marvelous Mystery of Who He is.

This is 1 of 3 Sermons Pastor George Preached from John 5.  In this sermon Jesus heals a cripple man and he asks him "Do You Want to Be Well?"  How does this question apply to us today?

Reflections on the 4th of July, Patriotism, The Concept of Freedom and the Christian meaning of Freedom. God Bless the USA!

Pastors Darin and George discuss the need for rest, relaxation, the need to reboot and refresh.

George and Darin give their impressions, hopes, and encouragement of the 50th PCA General Assembly. For a written summary of GA, check out Pastor George's here: https://theaquilareport.com/pca-ga-50-summary-of-20-key-events-highlights/ https://irreverentreverend.org/2023/06/17/pca-ga-50-summary-of-20-key-events-highlights/

Pastors Darin and George discuss their history, hopes, praises, and concerns regarding the PCA as they prepare to got to the 5oth General Assembly.  Discussing the PCA at age 50 ( https://pca50.org/). Here are links to resources to research the Overtures: Overture Documents - https://pcaga.org/resources/#overtures PCA Polity Overtures Summary: - https://pcapolity.com/2023/05/29/info-guide-to-overtures-before-pcaga50/ Presbycast Overtures Explanation: -https://www.youtube.com/live/Vz2BXaG75zM?feature=share Considering the Overtures: https://theaquilareport.com/a-philosophers-guide-to-the-overtures-presented-to-the-pca-general-assembly/ Individual Overture Explanation: Overture 9 - https://pcapolity.com/2023/06/05/the-authors-rationale-for-overture-9/ Overture 10 & 14 - https://pcapolity.com/2023/06/02/making-the-case-against-overtures-10-14/ Ov. 2021-41 - https://pcapolity.com/2023/06/06/should-atheists-be-able-to-testify-in-church-courts/

Pastors Darin and George discuss the Sovereignty of God and the Grace of God as Darin asks George about the Car Wreck that almost changed George's life over Memorial Day Weekend.

This is a sermon on the 2nd Half of the John 4 Woman at the Well encounter with Christ.  The sermon was entitled "Changed Hearts Used to Change Hearts."  For the purposes of this podcast, the question is "Why are You Afraid to Share Your Faith?"

Pastors George and Darin conclude their series in the Westminster Larger Catechism's explanation on the 10 Commandments. On this episode they considered living in the reality that while we are not able to perfectly obey commandments that doesn't mean that all sins are equal.

Pastors Darin Stone and George Sayour recap the 2023 Gospel Reformation Network Conference as they look forward to this summer's 50th General Assembly.