Prove It Podcast

Many in the Church know someone who identifies as LGBTQ+, whether that is a friend, coworker, or family member. How should we as Christians respond to our loved ones who are living an alternative lifestyle? This session will offer a biblical response to minister to our LGBTQ+ loved ones with both love and truth.

Great movies captivate audiences with their intricate narratives and suspenseful climaxes. Although the focus is usually on the leading men and women, the involvement of supporting actors and set designers plays a crucial role in shaping the outcome of the drama. The Bible weaves together a consistent narrative featuring famous characters that are frequently taught and preached about. Improve your understanding of the cultural-historical context of the Bible by attending these two sessions, where the emphasis will be on co-stars, nations, groups, and locations playing a supporting or antagonistic role in God's redemptive story. (Note: Pt. 2 of this session is unavailable due to technical issues while recording).

Regardless of your relationship status – single, dating, or married – this is a session for everyone! Throughout the history of the Church, Christians have tended to elevate the importance of one status over the other. Scripture, however, refers to both single and married as weighty, meaningful vocations. This session will focus on how the Bible has viewed and even lifted up singleness as a way to bear witness to the breadth of Christ's love. Learn, be encouraged, and see how Christian singleness is a gift to the church!

This session seeks to follow up to “Theology of Suffering” by offering practical advice for ministering to those who are going through a time of suffering, sickness or loss. How should the Church respond? How can we know what is helpful and just as importantly, what is not helpful for those who are suffering? Some of our LCC church family (Dave & Denise Noble, Austin & Aubrey Willis, and Melia Adams) will share from their personal experiences and offer helpful tips during this session.

“Why does God allow suffering to exist in the world?” This is a question that people have wrestled with since the beginning of human history. Today, the problem of suffering continues to impact the faiths of countless individuals touched by the consequences of evil and pain in the world, so how should we approach this topic? What does the story of the Bible have to teach us about the concept of suffering? Today's podcast is a recording of LCC Executive Pastor Daniel Koch leading this summer session, Theology of Suffering, on June 30, 2024.

"Many of us are eager to develop our relationship with God. The problem, however, is that we can't seem to stop long enough to be with Him.” (Peter Scazzero). In our fast-paced lives, it's hard to slow down and notice God – but God created us in His image for a rhythm of work and rest. Come learn how to slow down and experience Jesus's invitation to simply be with Him.

The significance of nurturing our relationship with God and others will be explored in this session, with insights drawn from the life of Jesus and the early Christian community. Our exploration will demonstrate the significance of dedicating personal time for devotion and study, actively participating in the local church community, and serving others selflessly. Discover your service potential at LCC and beyond! Let's all team up with God to spread hope in our community.

Trey & Kelsie continue in part 2 of their summer session on the book "Habits of the Household," specifically discussing the habits of discipline and communication.

Kelsie Koch & Trey Hardimon lead a discussion on the book "Habits of the Household" by Justin Whitmel Earley, for week 1 of our 2024 Summer Sessions at Leclaire Christian Church.

This podcast is a recording of one of our LCC Summer Sessions - Raising Kids with a Biblical Worldview (Kelsie Koch). Recent studies have shown that only 6% of Americans who claim to be Christians actually hold to a biblical worldview. How do we make sure our kids are among those who hold to biblical truth in a world that no longer values that truth? In this Summer Session class, we'll talk about and share resources to help parents shape the way their kids can view the world—through the lens of God's word.

In this chapter, Andy and Trey discuss the practical qualifications that Paul presents for leaders in the church. One of the best deterrents to bad leadership and false teaching is the vetting of those who seek to serve in this capacity.

Trey and Daniel continue to unpack Paul's first letter to Timothy. In chapter 2, Paul addresses proper worship for believers which begins with an attitude of humility exemplified through our prayers and good works. Paul gives specific instructions to men and women on how to honor God by embracing the unique calls he has given to each of us.

In this episode, we discuss a modern-day example of false teaching. The ideas of Progressive Christianity have led many believers and churches to turn away from sound doctrine and the essential truths of the Gospel. In this conversation, we discuss some ways to identify the main tenants of Progressive Christianity and how they can take hold. Show Notes: https://www.alisachilders.com/blog/5-signs-your-church-might-be-heading-toward-progressive-christianity

We're back! Andy and Daniel kick off our study of our next book - 1 Timothy. In this opening chapter, Paul warns Timothy about wayward teachers who have come up from within the church. Paul encourages Timothy to stay in Ephesus to contend with this newfound threat and begins to set the stage for ways to resolve the issue moving forward to ensure the church in Ephesus stays faithful to the Gospel.

In this episode our Family Ministry Team discusses the challenges of navigating technology and social media with your family.

In these final chapters John gives an account of some of the encounters Jesus had with his disciples and others after his Resurrection. In the last chapter, Jesus shares a special moment in which he reinstates Peter after his previous denial.

In fulfilling his ultimate purpose on earth, Jesus is tried, condemned and executed on a Roman cross. All of this takes place in less than 24 hours as the Passover Festival begins in Jerusalem.

Jesus finishes his farewell address by sharing more about the role of the coming Holy Spirit. He concludes by praying for his disciples and for all those that would come to believe in him through their testimony.

In these chapters, Jesus begins his farewell address to his disciples to prepare them for what to expect when he leaves. Amidst the encouragement and pleas to cling to true obedience, he assures them that they will not be left alone.

John transitions his readers from Jesus's general ministry and miracles to the moments leading up to the cross in this chapter. In the privacy of the upper room, Jesus begins the Passover meal with his disciples and leaves a lasting mark by the example he sets.

The first half of John's gospel comes to a close here in chapter 12 as all of Jesus's previous teachings and signs culminate in this moment where he clearly reveals himself to be King at the Triumphal Entry. Unfortunately, most people did not fully understand just how widespread this kingdom would one day become.

In these chapters Jesus offers three more “I am” statements and reminds us that he is our good shepherd, the gate, and the resurrection. He also performs one more incredible sign by raising his friend Lazarus from the dead.

Join us this week for a special episode with our Family Ministry Team as they discuss ways in which we can engage the faith of the next generation.

In John 9 we see Jesus perform another sign, the healing of a blind man, to teach a deeper truth on the dangers of spiritual blindness.

The pace of John's gospel begins to slow as chapters 7 and 8 take time to process the evidences and signs Jesus has demonstrated. With the exception of a popular narrative where Jesus offers grace to a woman caught in adultery, these chapters focus on the continued debate around Jesus's identity and what belief in him looks like.

In this chapter Jesus performs the only sign recorded in all four gospels to continue to prove he is indeed the Son of God. He also proclaims to the crowds that he is the “Bread of Life” and that those who truly believe in him find their nourishment in a relationship with him. Believing in Jesus is not always easy, and when the decision to do so becomes difficult, many choose to walk away.

In these chapters we continue to see that Jesus brings something new and greater - and this new life extends to all people. However, not everyone so easily lays aside their old ways of thinking to embrace what Jesus brings, even though this has always been God's plan since the beginning to rescue those who believe.

In chapters 2-3, John conveys in multiple ways that Jesus has come to bring something new. The time has come for the old ways of living and relating to God (ways that served as sign posts to humanity's need for a Savior) to find fulfillment in the new life Jesus offers. Our response now is to recognize what it means to step into this new life and, as John the Baptist testifies, to allow Jesus to “become greater” while we become less.

We're back! Today we jump back into our Prove It Podcast as we go through the book of John. Not only will we be covering this on our podcast this fall, but we will also be starting a new series in John this week on Sunday mornings. We'd love to invite you to read along and listen as we walk through John's unique gospel account of the life of Christ. Today we cover the intro and chapter 1 as we discuss why John's account of Jesus stands apart from the other gospels.

Mark's final chapters detail the death and resurrection of Jesus revealing his ultimate power over death. Mark leaves us with this final account as the last piece of evidence in helping his readers decide ‘who is Jesus?' He hopes that like the centurion at the cross we would conclude “Surely this man was the Son of God!”

In Mark 14 we see the pace to the cross quicken as Judas's actions lead to the arrest of Jesus. To add to this betrayal, the other disciples go from sharing an intimate Passover meal with Jesus to turning their backs and running the moment their professed faith is tested.

Jesus is questioned by various groups of political and religious leaders, yet continues to demonstrate his authority on all matters brought to his attention. In chapter 13 he prophesies to the impending destruction of the Jewish temple which also serves as a precursor to his future return someday.

Mark 11 ushers in the last week of Jesus's life known as the Passion Week. In this chapter Jesus rides into Jerusalem openly fulfilling a prophecy concerning the coming Messiah. He begins to engage in public conflict with the religious leaders and illustrates through his teaching and his actions that the Jewish religion and temple system of his day have failed in accomplishing their intended purpose of drawing people to God.

In this last chapter before he enters Jerusalem the week of his death, Jesus continues to show us what it takes to follow Him. We can never trust in ourselves but only in the saving work of Jesus. We also see that in Christ's kingdom, service and sacrifice are valued above status and power.

All of Christianity hinges on the event of the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. But can we trust in this claim that Jesus of Nazareth literally died and rose again on the third day? As we anticipate Easter Sunday this week, Andy and Daniel break down historical reasons for why we can trust in the Resurrection.

Andy and Trey tackle Mark 9 where we see one of the clearest and greatest revelations of Jesus's identity. In addition, Jesus continues to teach his disciples just what it looks like to truly follow him.

In Mark 7-8 we continue to see the slow revelation of Jesus's true identity, and we finally see a turning point when Peter acknowledges that Jesus is the Messiah. This confession is immediately followed by a misunderstanding of what that means as Jesus begins to point out his path to the cross and the journey set for those who choose to follow him.

In Mark 6 we continue to see examples of people who, for various reasons, fail grasp the true identity of Jesus. But as his ministry continues, the evidences and miracles pile up pointing to the reality of his divine nature.

In this episode, Andy and Daniel discuss how Mark continues to reveal Christ's identity through revealing his authority over demons, disease, and death.

In this chapter, Andy and Daniel discuss Jesus's first recorded parables and how our attitude and openness to God's Word plays a significant role in our own life change.

Daniel and Kelsie discuss a pivotal moment in Jesus's early ministry and the responses from various groups as this new movement continues to define itself.

In today's podcast, Trey and Daniel discuss Mark chapter 2. In this chapter we begin to see tension build between Jesus and the religious authorities of the day.

In this special "rerelease" episode, Daniel and Kelsie discuss some of the main verses in the Bible concerning baptism. This topic is often debated in Christian circles, so we wanted to take some time to investigate what Scripture teaches.

In today's podcast, Andy and Daniel kick off Mark chapter 1. We see from the beginning of his book that Mark starts to prove to his readers who Jesus truly is.

Christopher Shaw joins us to share some practical helps on how to approach the Bible whether you are new to the faith or have been reading the Bible for years. For further information on practical helps in personal Bible study or in leading a Bible study check out howto.bible.

Thanks for joining us! We look forward to studying God's Word together!