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This show is designed to clarify Preach Impediments—big words used in Bible discussions and sermons that interfere with the message of God reaching the hearts of men and women. Each episode explores the Bible's teaching on a different big word in a devoti


    • Sep 15, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
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    "Intertexuality" - Saltz - Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2022 23:40


    Jared Saltz and I continue our discussion of intertextuality, finding more clues for connections between the Old and New Testament.

    "Intertexuality" - Saltz - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2022 20:57


    Jared Saltz joins me as we discuss intertexuality, or better methods at finding clues in the Scriptures so we can better understand the message of God.

    "Relativism" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2022 19:33


    Adam continues the discussion of relativism and looks at the truths the Colossian brethren were fighting as he considers the way we give ourselves to truths other than God's truth.

    "Relativism" - Nathan Ward

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2022 25:07


    Nathan Ward joins us to explain the danger and importance of relativism, the reality of its creeping into the church, and what we can do to combat such a dangerous notion.

    "Offend" - Mono

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2022 18:49


    Another way we struggle with offending others is by fixing it once it becomes a problem. There are two ways to fix offenses, and we discuss them both on this episode.

    "Offend" - Glenn Blankenship

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2022 23:02


    Our world love to be offended. Or at least it seems that way. Today, Glenn Blankenship joins me as we discuss why this is and what we should do about it.

    "Inspiration" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 11, 2022 13:35


    Today, we explore the ways that God can "breathe" a message through various men or instruments.

    "Inspiration" - Cloyce Sutton II

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2022 31:16


    Cloyce Sutton joins me on today's episode to discuss the idea of inspiration, and we dig deep into how it works when some scriptures seem so personal, not as if they come from God. Inspiration is important because it is part of the basis of our faith.

    "Hope" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2022 18:50


    We spend some time looking at Psalm 62 to see if there is more we can learn about hope. It's the foundation of every good things we have as Christians.

    "Hope" - Bonus Episode with Mark Roberts (Daily Bible Reading)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2022 23:27


    Mark Roberts shares with us that media and constant bad news is a drain on our hope, and that if we'd choose instead to look in the Scriptures, we would find ourselves finding hope again. He also explains the PATH method for getting more out of your daily bible readings.

    "Hope" - Mark Roberts

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 2, 2022 25:28


    Mark Roberts takes us through the Bible's overwhelming teachings on "hope," and does so in a way that instills hope in us who belong to Christ.

    "Seventeen Time Periods" - Colby Junkin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2022 21:27


    Trying to wrap your brain around over 30,000+ verses in the Bible can be daunting. It's a lot of information. But having a system that will help you organize the Bible can be incredibly helpful. Discover with Colby Junkin the Seventeen Time Periods of the Bible as you seek to dig deeper into God's Word and understand it better than ever.

    "Denomination" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2022 18:49


    I spend some time talking about my own experience with denominations, especially marveling at how many there are. Do you know how many Christians denominations are out there? I think you'll be surprised.

    "Denomination" - Micah Rice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2022 18:47


    Micah Rice discusses the issues surrounding denominationalism.

    "Pastor" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2022 19:46


    We look at the difference between a pastor and a cowboy, and then examine the work of Jesus as the Chief Shepherd and how it relates to the role of pastors in the church.

    "Pastor" - Ralph Walker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 27:08


    In today's episode, I interview Ralph Walker about the word "pastor." As both an evangelist and a pastor, he has a fantastic understanding of the difference between the two roles and what the word pastor should mean for us today.

    "All Things" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2022 21:42


    Being all things to all people means learning how to treat them in an influential way. Gaining influence is easy as following a few steps. Listen for some practical instructions on gaining friends and influencing people.

    "All Things" - DeGarmo

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 28, 2022 27:34


    Being "all things to all people" is a daunting task, and often a misunderstood task. Once we examine the purpose of Paul's words, it becomes clear what we are supposed to do.

    "Ministry" - Crozier, Francis, and Stonehart (Part 3)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2022 31:56


    In three parts, Edwin Crozier, Terry Francis, and Keith Stonehart join me to talk about ministry on a more practical basis. Hear their stories and passion in the conversation. Part Three. 

    "Ministry" - Crozier, Francis, and Stonehart (Part 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2022 24:56


    In three parts, Edwin Crozier, Terry Francis, and Keith Stonehart join me to talk about ministry on a more practical basis. Hear their stories and passion in the conversation. Part Two. 

    "Ministry" - Crozier, Francis, and Stonehart (Part 1)

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2022 21:10


    In three parts, Edwin Crozier, Terry Francis, and Keith Stonehart join me to talk about ministry on a more practical basis. Hear their stories and passion in the conversation. Part One.

    "Steward" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2022 19:00


    We look at the four expectations of stewards, and compare this to how we are stewards of God's varied gifts He has given us to manage.

    "Steward" - Bobby Blackburn

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 21:45


    We don't often use the word steward anymore, but it's a word we should understand. It will change our perspective of what God is doing for us, and it will change our understanding of what we should be doing for Him.

    "Born Again" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2022 22:00


    A follow up to the conversation with Nolan Baker, we must learn that being born again is not a one time experience but a lifelong change.

    "Born Again" - Baker

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2022 22:52


    The phrase "born again" is often thrown around as a plea for someone to be saved. Jesus uses the phrase when He speaks to Nicodemus. Is this what He meant? Join Nolan Baker and myself as we discuss this oft misused phrase.

    "Apologetics" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2022 17:43


    We dig a little deeper into the purpose of apologetics. It's a broad topic, and it addresses so many questions we have as Christians, but they are questions worth answering.

    "Apologetics" - Beard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 24:10


    Knowing what you believe is not nearly as important as knowing why you believe it. Aaron Beard joins me as we discuss the importance of "apologetics."

    "Postmodernism" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 26, 2022 20:48


    Today, I dig deeper into the ideas of postmodernism, looking not only at the downfall of such ideas, but the danger of trusting in man's ability to decide truth.

    "Postmodernism" - Scott

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2022 25:41


    Our world is all over the place, denying the truth and the God who gave it. But it is a world we must know and teach. Understanding more about postmodernism can help us understand how we can start conversations with the world regarding truth. Join Shane Scott as he helps us better understand "postmodernism."

    "Free Will" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 19, 2022 16:50


    We take a look at James 1 and his description of how sin is born. This has everything to do with the way we understand free will.

    "Free Will" - Banning

    Play Episode Listen Later May 17, 2022 23:50


    David Banning and I discuss the concept of free will, a fundamental concept that affects just about every other aspect of our Christian faith. David particularly focuses on the role of free will and its relationship to suffering. Listen in.

    "Legalism" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2022 22:11


    We probably all struggle with this a little, especially when you consider how many ways we can be guilty of legalism. Study Matthew 23 with me as we look at "phariseeism."

    "Legalism" - Robertson

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2022 21:49


    So many people have been offended by being called "legalistic," but do we even know what the term means? Is it wrong to be legalistic? Where are the verses about that? Join Phil Robertson and myself as we discuss this oft used term.

    "Communion" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2022 19:11


    What should we be thinking about when we take the Lord's Supper? Here are seven different thoughts. If that seems like too much to think about during the short time you spend with the bread and cup, maybe we don't spend enough time with the bread and cup.

    "Communion" - Hammons

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2022 19:32


    We talk about taking communion as if it is a thing, but in reality, we should talk about participating in communion, because it is an activity. Understanding communion, and how much is involved, should challenge us to worship better and live stronger lives for God.

    "Family" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2022 15:36


    Here are a few more minutes discussing the importance of understanding the church as a family. Thinking back over my own experience has revealed how important this is for us as Christians. May we do better at seeing one another as God sees us.

    "Family" - Boyer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2022 19:49


    Today, we talk about a familiar word, but maybe in an unfamiliar context. The Church is a family. Your family, if you are a Christian, is the Church. This includes many responsibilities and privileges. Understanding more of what is offered to us by belonging to Christ can make a significant difference in your life.

    "Autonomy"-Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 20:24


    Seeking autonomy is hard, but it is necessary if we're going to be what God intends us to be as a church.

    "Autonomy" - Wickerham

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2022 24:49


    Various churches are set up in different ways, but the Biblical pattern teaches autonomy. What does this mean, though, and can it be taken too far?

    "Glory" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2022 16:54


    Glory is a beautiful concept, and looking at a God who cannot be seen certainly helps us understand more about how to give Him the glory He is due.

    "Glory" - Newman

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2022 22:06


    Join Alexander Newman and myself as we discuss how we can better understand the concept of "glory." It is a word that is used so many times, and in so many contexts, of Scripture, but understanding what it means can help you dig deeper in the way you apply God's Word!

    "Reconciliation" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2022 16:54


    Digging a little deeper into reconciliation, we look specifically at what is commanded in 2 Corinthians 5.20.

    "Reconciliation" - Hagan

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2022 21:13


    We have a message of reconciliation that announces the truth of our reconciliation. But do we even know what that means? And how can we deliver a message about a word we don't understand?

    "Hallowed" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2022 17:02


    We spend a few more minutes with the word "Hallowed," making sure we're "speaking as the oracles of God."

    "Hallowed" - Haskett

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 22:16


    God's name is to be hallowed. But what in the world does that mean? We discuss this and other strange words we use because we see them in the Bible.

    "Grace" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2022 17:33


    A quick look at a modern example of grace will make us uncomfortable, but it will also help us appreciate the great and unnatural truth about grace.

    "Grace" - Bonus Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2022 14:57


    Edwin Crozier paint a beautiful picture of grace using Biblical examples. If we understand the many ways God displays grace towards His people, we will be better able to see grace in our own lives.

    "Grace" - Edwin Crozier

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 23:29


    Grace is a word we often use in many ways, but it has in many ways lost its meaning for us because of over use and theological debates. Join Edwin Crozier in developing a better understanding of grace.

    "Gospel" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2022 17:55


    The Gospel is an amazing message, and the Gospels (aka. Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John) are great tellings of that amazing message. Each book emphasizes the message that Jesus is King, but each do so uniquely. Explore these four gospels in a short lesson on this good news!

    "Gospel" - Ben Hall

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2022 21:46


    Understanding what the gospel is can be helpful for us as we commit to Christ as our King and commit to sharing this message with the world around us who so desperately need to know Jesus. It truly is a simple concept when we boil it down to "good news."

    "Forgiveness" - Monopisode

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 20:08


    A quick examination of John 8 and Jesus's interaction with the woman at the well allows us to examine our own ability to forgive and how we can do it better.

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