The Atrium

This week on The Atrium Podcast, Pastors Neal, Mark, and Chad react to a John MacArthur Q&A in which he is asked, “How much authority does the pastor have over his congregants?” They also discuss their thoughts on the listener question: “How do you shift your attitude from ‘willing' to ‘wanting' when it comes to giving?” Don't forget to share and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

This week on The Atrium Podcast, Pastors Neal, Mark, and Chad react to Christian influencer, Bryce Crawford, preaching a Judah Smith sermon word-for-word. To wrap up, they discuss last Sunday's sermon summary and announce the new sermon and bible study approach the church will take next. Don't forget to share and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!00:00 Intro00:00 Chit Chat - St. Patrick's Day Plans17:26 Soundcheck01:34:04 Sermon Summary/This Upcoming Sunday01:39:21 Wrap-Up

This week on The Atrium Podcast, Pastors Neal, Mark, and Chad react to content on King James Onlyism on the all new segment 'Sound Check'. The trio answers the listener question: "Why Is John chapter 5 verse 4 missing from the Bible?" To wrap up, they discuss the primary translations they read and if they use other translations for any areas of ministry. Don't forget to share and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

This week on The Atrium Podcast, Pastors Neal, Mark, and Chad react to a potential prosperity gospel sermon clip on the all new segment 'Sound Check'. Neal also recaps the latest sermon in the 'Now What? 2025' series. To wrap up, the trio answers the listener question: "Does God punish us for our sins?" Don't forget to share and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

This week on The Atrium Podcast, Pastors Neal, Mark, and Chad dive into some chit-chat about the 'Nemeth-25 Virus' and explore why suffering exists in a world governed by a sovereign God. Neal also recaps the latest sermon in the 'Now What? 2025' series. To wrap up, the trio answers listener questions on the office of apostles and how to pursue gospel unity amidst significant theological differences. Don't forget to share and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

WE MADE IT TO 100 EPISODES!On this special edition of the show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad are joined by the rest of the pastoral team—Zach, Kevin, and Bob. They kick things off with lighthearted chatter about their New Year's experiences and share behind-the-scenes insights to help listeners get to know the team better. Midway through, each pastor reflects on their favorite ministry moment of 2024. They put a bow tie on the episode with a sneak peek at what's ahead for their ministries in 2025.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about Mark's cardigan, how Eddie Murphy auditioned for Jim Carrey's 'The Grinch', and top Christmas movies. Midway through, Neal and Mark recap the last sermon in the 'Give Thanks' series and the Christmas edition 'Heaven Is My Home' message. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about Christians working at bars and if Jesus remained in his resurrected body.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about the Mike Tyson fight, Cybertrucks and magicians. Midway through, Neal recaps the Sunday sermon in the 'Give Thanks' series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about the Catholic and Christian views on Judas committing suicide and how to honor leaders and respect each other in a divisive political environment.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about the presidential election, Halloween candy and costumes. Midway through, Mark recaps the latest Sunday sermon in the 'Who's Who?' series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering a listener question about the Pope's statement about all roads leading to God.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about the water main break and how to keep yourself sane as a Christian during the upcoming election cycle. Midway through, Chad recaps the latest Sunday sermon in the 'Who's Who?' series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about interpreting John 20:23 and how to approach having a conversation with someone who has a different interpretation on a biblical topic than you.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about Trail Life camp, guest speaking at youth camp and favorite vacation spots. Midway through, Neal recaps the latest Sunday sermon in the 'Who's Who?' series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering a listener question about too much spirit and/or too much bible.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal and Mark debut Pastor Kevin on the podcast! They open with chit chat about Kevin's background and the great things that started out of garages. Midway through, Neal recaps the latest Sunday sermon in the "Who's Who?" series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering a very interesting listener question on building physical altars and using them for worship.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about French onion soup, Kalahari Retreat, youth merch and the use of hula hoops and water balloons in youth ministry. Midway through, Neal recaps the latest Sunday sermon in the Who's Who series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on disciples and apostles.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat including the loss of Chad's mustache, street-level superheroes, Blue's Clues, and why kids these days want to become social media influencers. Midway through, Neal recaps the latest Sunday sermon in the Who's Who series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on when Simon's name was changed to Peter and taking the Lord's name in vain.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about the last time they changed deodorant, ‘How It's Made', and Oreo flavored Coke Zero. Midway through, Neal recaps the latest Sunday sermon in the Who's Who series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on the Sons of Thunder being Jesus' cousins and the disciples being kept from recognizing the resurrected Jesus.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about the evolution of Ford Ranger trucks, fantasy football and the appeal of large scale ministry. Midway through, Neal recaps the latest Sunday sermon in the Who's Who series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on Jesus' first miracle and practicing Sabbath rest.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about death bed Easter candy, Joey Chestnut's meatless brand deal and death by black licorice. Midway through, Mark recaps the Heaven Is My Home series and Neal recaps the latest Sunday sermon in the Who's Who series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on the division in the Presbyterian church and unscriptural worship songs.

On this week's show, Pastors Zach, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about Date Nite, Connect Youth Conference and the origin of the bullpen. Mark recaps the latest Sunday sermons in the Heaven Is My Home series and they discuss the various ways they have thought and think about heaven. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by announcing the coming sermons in the rest of the series.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about Mark's vacation, careers in ministry, and taking time off. Midway through, Neal recaps the latest Sunday sermons in the Romans series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on how to pursue healing and reconciliation with a spouse struggling to stop sexual sin.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Zach and Chad open with chit chat about their favorite childhood superheroes and Father's Day festivities. Midway through, Neal recaps the latest Sunday sermons in the Romans series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on preparing our kids to face gender and sexuality issues in public school and mainstream culture.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about which bible stories would make it in the top three, the other Russell Crowe (Gerard Butler), and Mark catching and eating a turtle. Midway through, Neal recaps the latest Sunday sermons in the Romans series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on the messages of angels and how the Lord knows how and when you die.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about famous Randy's, 84 Lumber and trying out stand-up comedy until Neal and Mark recap the latest Sunday sermons in the Romans series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on being a child of God and where someone might spend eternity if they die by an accidental overdose.

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with their normal chit chat shenanigans until Neal recaps Sunday's sermon on Romans chapter 9. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on God changing his mind and some visual object lessons being over the top.

On this live edition of the show at the Men's Conference, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about the throwback Bud Light "I Love You, Man" commercial and being on the Jumbotron. They put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about a healthy fear of God, loving those who are difficult to love, sharing our faith with unbelieving family, and leading a family as a man of God. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about the church easter egg hunt, the monopoly of Andes Mints, and reminisce about their childhood easter egg hunt experiences. They also recap Sunday's sermon on Romans chapter 7. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on the prophetic significance of the coming eclipse. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit chat about lost cats and feeling like third string preachers or musicians. They also recap Sunday's sermon on Romans chapter 6. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on the Apostle Paul's scriptural authority. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark and Chad open with chit chat about our upcoming conferences for men and women's ministries, as well as Chad's excitement for the re-release of Star Wars Episode 1 coming this spring. They also recap the latest sermons in the "Romans" series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on if it's sinful to wish a Muslin co-worker a blessed Ramadan and how we can transfer from worshiping God out of fear to worshiping in love, respect and admiration. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about the "He Gets Us" movement, Super Bowl ads, and Taco Bell. They also recap the latest sermon in the "Romans" series as Neal preached on Romans chapter 2. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about works-based judgement and asking for guidance on making decisions when in prayer. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about the new podcast set up. They also recap the opening sermon in the "Romans" series as Neal preached on Romans chapter 1. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about why it seems that sensitivity to the Holy Spirit is downplayed in Calvinist circles and if there are suggestions to stay truly repentant in regards to lust. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about their fashion sense, how they chose their hairstyles, what age to stop trying to be trendy, and how Mark's 40th birthday experience in a treehouse was. They also recap the latest sermon in the "Now What? 2024" series, preached by special guest Misael Cruz, that focused on T-E-L-L. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering the listener question: "Can a believer, who thinks they are Elect, which maybe according to Calvinism they are, choose to turn away from salvation by denying Christ and possibly committing the Ultimate Sin?". Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about the origin of the word "podcast" and if they could survive certain reality TV shows. They also recap the latest sermon in the "Now What? 2024" series that focused on grow and serve. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering the listener question: "How are we predestined to Heaven or Hell when we as humans have free will and ultimately choose God or not". Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about Neal's water skiing past, Mark's upcoming 40th birthday and spending a birthday weekend in a treehouse. They also recap the latest sermon in the "Now What? 2024" series that focused on worship. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about Calvinism downplaying the work of the Holy Spirit speaking to us. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about everything from jinx to JNCO jeans. They also recap the opening sermon in the "Now What? 2024" series that focused on living by the Spirit by focusing on Jesus. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about the idolizing of Christmas traditions, and how God who loves the world could only love the Elect. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about Christmas break and the fashion trend of excessive rings. They also recap the latest sermon in the Timothy series that focused on 2 Timothy chapter 4. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about the problem of evil. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about humor in sermons. They also recap the latest sermon in the Timothy series that focused on 2 Timothy chapter 2. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about suffering, evangelism, handling false doctrine, and if people saw the face of God before the Incarnation. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit-chat about The Coach's Bible, what "Bible" means, and Thanksgiving. They also recap the latest sermon in the Timothy series that focused on 1 Timothy chapter 6. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about what to do when losing hope during suffering and what healthy submissiveness looks like in 2023. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about hot sauces, the destruction of Midway Mall and Trick or Treating. They also recap the Mission Sunday that featured our partner, Missions of Hope International. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about the devil taking angels with him, guardian angels, and what the Bible says about evil angels holding authority over specific territories (like the Prince of Persia in Daniel 10). Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about their three week hiatus as well as chess, checkers and the current cost of vintage video game consoles. They recap the latest sermons in the Timothy teaching series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about Calvary Chapel, Calvinism, predestination and what it means to “hand someone over to Satan”. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about workouts for kids. They recap the latest sermons in the Timothy teaching series. Lastly, they put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about female pastoral counselors and leadership roles in the church from 1 Timothy 2. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit chat about podcast rebranding and doing the show from comfy chairs. Pastor Neal recaps the latest sermons in his teaching series: Suffer Well -- which opens up a great conversation on our perspective as Christians in the midst of troubles. They put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about predestination, speaking in tongues, hearing for God's voice and if any person is a “mistake”. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

Pastor Neal makes his return to The Atrium podcast and joins Pastor Mark to catch up on life and faith. Neal introduces the new sermon series and they discuss the craftwork of preparing sermons, as well as the merits of a Costco membership. They answer submitted questions on “gender expression” and the morality of serving in the military.

On this week's show, Pastors Mark and Chad open with chit chat about their kids' favorite saying: “Cheers!”. Pastor Mark recaps the last sermon in his teaching series: The Origin Story -- which opens up a great conversation on the fallen condition we find humanity and creation in. They put a bow tie on the episode with the redemption story uniquely available to humankind through Christ. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark and Chad open with a recap of Connect Conference 2023. Pastor Mark recaps the latest sermon in the new teaching series: The Origin Story -- which opens up a great conversation on how humans are to view their identity, purpose, meaning and activity. They put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener question about dinosaurs and the genre of Genesis. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, Pastors Mark and Chad open with a last call for students in 6th grade and up to sign up for Connect Conference 2023. Speaking of that, use promo code: ATRIUM to get 80% off Connect Conference registration and be entered to win Chick Fil A for a year! Pastor Mark recaps the latest sermon in the new teaching series: The Origin Story -- which opens up a great and thorough conversation on how to view others in the image of God. They put a bow tie on the episode by answering a listener's question about reconciling a biblical worldview of Genesis 1 with widely accepted scientific evidence (plus a bonus question about dinosaurs). Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium

On this week's show, Pastors Mark and Chad open with a funny story about accidentally offering too many discounts to an upcoming event. Speaking of that, use promo code: ATRIUM to get 80% off Connect Conference registration and be entered to win Chick Fil A for a year! Pastor Mark recaps the latest sermon in the new teaching series: The Origin Story -- which opens up a great and thorough conversation on Genesis chapter 1 including evolution, creationism, the genre of Genesis and more. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, it's the Return of Pastor Zach! Pastors Mark, Chad and Zach open with a uniquely funny story about a groundhog on campus and an Atrium Edition of Family Feud. For announcements, Zach shares a recap of Vacation Bible School and some great things coming up in Kids At Hope. Chad recaps the Huddle Up! With Wyatt Teller event as the Pro Bowl Guard came to share his faith this week and he announces Connect Conference (for 6th grade and up) coming up August 4th-5th. Use promo code: ATRIUM to get 80% off registration and be entered to win Chick Fil A for a year! In the second act, Pastor Mark recaps the latest and last sermon in our By Faith series and announces his upcoming series called The Origin Story. They put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on the signs of the second coming, the difference between Jesus and Paul's preaching to the Jews and Gentiles, and defining Christian strength for a man. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

Another life-changing episode of the Atrium is here with tons more fun, friendship, and more fun. This week, Jared joins Mark and Neal to discuss worship music, Roman Catholic views on sin, and whether or not we should take back the rainbow. Be sure to subscribe and tell your friends about the Atrium!

On this week's show, it's the Return of Master Park! Pastors Neal, Mark and Chad open with chit-chat about Father's Day and the last time they used the phone book. In the second act, Pastor Neal recaps the latest sermon in our By Faith series on Rahab. They put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on women in the office of pastor/elder and if the Bible says anything about cremation. (Stick around for some closing chit chat about Neal's awkward adventures at The Duck Tape Festival). Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show, it's the Return of the Jared! Pastors Neal, Jared and Chad open with chit-chat about the evolution of wrestling action figures, Jared explains that if he could switch places with anyone in the world it would be astronaut Neil Armstong, while Chad chooses pro skater Tony Hawk. In the second act, Pastor Neal recaps the latest sermon in our By Faith series on Moses. They put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions on Christian responses to friends and family who identify in the LGBTQ+ community. Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

On this week's show Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad open with chit-chat about Mark's field trip to a potato chip factory and how to hold the “wings” of juice boxes. In the second act, Pastor Neal recaps the latest sermon in our By Faith series on Moses. They put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions about the Reformation Study Bible, discernment on Bethel, and who the greatest man in the Bible is (besides Jesus). Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!

PARENTAL WARNING: Sexual ContentOn this week's LIVE show Pastors Mark, Neal and Chad chit-chat about Chad's favorite clothing line and how Mark has been using his fellow hosts to practice getting better at small talk. They put a bow tie on the episode by answering listener questions in a rapid fire segment on pornography (listener/viewer discretion advised), head of household requirements, keeping your cool when your kids anger you, and more . Subscribe and tell your friends about another sensational episode of The Atrium Podcast!