Reconstructing Theology

In this episode, Phil and Kevin interview new Director of For the City at TJC, Morgan Cates. What's the difference between life as a pastoral resident and having an official staff position at TJC?

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and guest Morgan Cates discuss the reason for the long gap between episodes, and review all that has taken place since the early days of the podcast until now.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and guest Pastor Brandon Sutton discuss and unpack what Jesus describes as the two greatest commandments from Matthew 22.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and a suprise guest (who shows up late) explain the long break between episodes, have a discussion on New Year's resolutions, and recap the recent men's ministry conference at TJC.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and Pastor Erik Reed discuss why it's important for Christian's to celebrate Christ's birth all year long.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and Pastor Erik Reed discuss the doctrine of the Incarnation (birth of Christ), and why we celebrate it at Christmas.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and Pastor Brandon Sutton discuss the doctrine of the grace of God in our salvation.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and Pastor Brandon Sutton have a discussion about different ways to make a big church feel small.

In this episode, Phil and Kevin share passages of Scripture that ground our theology in the area of serving within the local church.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and Pastor Nick Judd continue their conversation by going a bit deeper into the differences between dispensationalism and covenant theology, and how the believer's worldview toward Israel is shaped by where we land theologically within the two.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin and Pastor Nick Judd sit down for part one of a discussion on the current situation in Israel. What is the difference between dispensationalism and coventant theology? Should that difference affect how the believer responds to current tentions in the Middle East?

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and Pastor Brandon Sutton discuss the effect of preaching the Word has on the local church, and the impact that has on the local community.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and Pastor Brandon Sutton discuss the biblical foundations of the sacraments (or ordinances) of the New Testament church, the role they play in our weekly worship of King Jesus.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and Pastor Brett Perkins continue their discussion on biblical worship by discussing how we should worship based on the guidelines presented in Scripture.

In this episode, Phil and Kevin welcome Pastor Brett Perkins, Worship Pastor at TJC, on to discuss biblical foundations for worship. What is it? What is it not? Why do we worship? What leads believers to geniune worship?

In this episode, Phil and Keving welcome Executive Pastor Matt Espenshade at The Journey Church for an interview on his life's mission in the second kingdom, while serving in the military and as an agent in the FBI.

In this episode, Phil and Kevin and Morgan Cates continue their discussion on how a believer's worldview should be shaped in the area of civil authorities. What about the separation of Church and State? What about Christian Nationalism?

In this episode, Phil and Kevin welcome back Morgan Cates for a discussion surrounding the biblical guidelines for the Church in the area of civil authorities.

In this episode, Phil and Kevin welcome back Walker Woods for a discussion on the "two kingdoms" debate. Are there really two, or just one? If there are two, what does it look like to operate in both?

In this epidode, Phil and Kevin, along with Brandon Sutton, wrap up the "Ecclesiology Series" with a discussion around the specific questions presented by the listener that sparked the series' idea.

In this episode, Phil and Kevin welcome in special guest Walker Woods for a discussion on the biblical office of deacons. What is a deacon? What do deacons do? Can women serve in that role?

In this episode, Phil and Kevin invite Pastor Brandon Sutton back on the podcast for a deeper discussion about the office of pastor/elder, the biblical qualifications, the evolotion of the office throughout Church history, and the role elders play in the leadership of the local church.

In this episode, Phil and Kevin welcome back Pastor Shawn Casto for a discussion on the Great Commission. What is it? Who is it for? How do we implement strategies in our church to impact the world for Christ?

In this episode Phil and Kevin welcome the Discipleship and Mobilization pastor at TJC, Pastor Shawn Casto, for a discussion on biblical discipleship. Why is it important? What are some effective discipleship strategies?

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and return guest Brandon Sutton discuss biblical foundations for the local church. What are the ordained offices of the church? What should the leadership structure look like?

In this episode, Phil and Kevin welcome back an old friend, Pastor Brandon Sutton, for a discussion on The Church. What's the difference between the universal Church and the local church? Why so many denominations?

In this episode, Phil and Kevin welcome return guest Morgan Cates to finish off the 5 Solas series with a discussion on Soli Deo Gloria--Glory to God alone.

In this episode, Phil and Kevin welcome John Page (elder at TJC and CEO of Knowing Jesus Ministries for a discussion on the doctrine of Solus Christus or Christ alone.

In this episode, Phil and Kevin welcome back Pastor Nick Judd for a discussion about the fact that our redemption is received by faith alone in Christ alone.

In this episode, Phil and Kevin welcome Pastor Nick Judd for a discussion about the fact that our salvation is due to God's Grace alone, and why acknowledging this fact is vital to our theological foundation.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin and Brandon Sutton continue their conversation on "Sola Scriptura" by discussing what believers should do if we actually believe the Bible is the final authority for our lives.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin and return guest, Brandon Sutton, discuss the first "sola" of the five solas of the reformation, "Sola Scriptura." What does it mean, and why is it important?

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and special guest Liam Gray discuss their family's story and how God brought them to a place to say "yes" to international mission work in dangerous places.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and Morgan Cates discuss how to guard your worldview against the modern attacks of the enemy.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and Morgan Cates discuss the current trend of "deconstructing" faith amoung evangeliclals.

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and special guest Pastor Erik Reed discuss common misconceptions about how belivers view money. Is it really evil? is it okay for a Christian to be rich?

In this episode, Phil, Kevin, and special guest Pastor Erik Reed discuss Easter. How should Christians celebrate? What all did Christ's resurrection accomplish?

In this episode, Phil and Kevin interview Brandon Sutton about the old podcast. They share favorite episodes and memories, as well as why Brandon is moving on from hosting.