The Equipping Podcast

Description: In this episode, host Oren Martin is joined by guests Blake Holmes and Dr. Stephen Presley to discuss why church history matters, what we can learn from it, how to engage our culture with the gospel, and how to think and act Christianly when it comes to politics.  Part I: Introduction (00:00-04:23) Center for Religion, Culture, & Democracy The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Dr. Stephen Presley, Cultural Sanctification: Engaging the World like the Early Church  Part II: What is the value of church history and why should it matter for Christians today? (04:23-08:24) Athanasius, On the Incarnation (Introduction by C.S. Lewis) St. Augustine, On the Catechising of the Uninstructed  Part III: Is politics the downstream from culture and how should our discipleship to Jesus inform our culture and our politics? (08:24-13:06) 10 Things You Should Know about Catechesis James Davidson Hunter, To Change the World: The Irony, Tragedy, and Possibility of Christianity in the Late Modern World  Part IV: As believers, how are we to live as Christian citizens? (08:24-16:17) “We should avoid the dangers of both the warrior mentality that can lead to anger and the passivity that can generate separatism and seclusion. This is no mushy middle, but a stalwart high ground on which one will not lose footing or tumble off in either direction. Walking this tightrope requires the pursuit of virtuous living that demonstrates Christians to be the best citizens.” Dr. Stephen Presley, Cultural Sanctification (page 70). “I choose not to fall on either side, but have a posture of confidence, of hope, of fortitude, of living faithfully in this situation and that is what I found in the early church doing.” Dr. Stephen Presley.  Part V: How do we see similarities and dissimilarities between the early church and the church today? How can we as Christians today glean wisdom from the past? (16:17-22:06) Ferdinand Mount, Full Circle: How the Classical World Came Back to Us Who was Justin Martyr? Justin Martyr, Dialogue with Trypho Tom Holland, Dominion Peter Greer & Chris Horst, Mission Drift: The Unspoken Crisis Facing Leaders, Charities, and Churches Andrew Walls, The Missionary Movement in Christian History: Studies in the Transmission of Faith  Scripture Mentioned: 1 Thessalonians 4:13  Part VI: What does it mean to be a faithful citizen and to honor those in authority, even when it's hard? (22:06-30:15) Who was Tertullian? Who was Polycarp? Blandina: A Sister in Christ and a Spiritual Mother Who was Eusebius of Caesarea? “Christians are not distinguished from the rest of humanity, by country, language, or custom. For no where do they live in cities of their own, nor do they speak some unusual dialect, nor do they practice an eccentric lifestyle. They demonstrate the remarkable and admittedly unusual character of their own citizenship, that is, they live in their own countries as aliens, they participate in everything as citizens, yet endure everything as foreigners. They live on earth, but their citizenship is on Heaven.” – The Epistle to Diognetus  Scripture Mentioned: Romans 13:1, 1 Peter 2:13-17, 1 Peter 3:14-17.  Part VII: Who are some things from church history that we can learn from today? (30:15-40:54) Tertullian, The Apology 

In this episode, hosts Oren and Caitlin introduce Dr. Jeremy Pierre, who spoke at Watermark's Training Day, to discuss biblical change and counseling others through Ephesians 4.  Part I: Introduction (00:00-02:11)  The Billy Graham School at The Southern Theological Seminary  Dr. Pierre's books: The Dynamic Heart in Daily Life, The Pastor and Counseling, When Home Hurts, How Can I Be Sure I'm Saved?, God With Us   Part II: What is biblical change? (02:11-13:41) Handout from Training Day Biblical Change: The people of God changing together and acting to change one another   Scripture Mentioned: Ephesians 4:1-16  Part III: Christ causing growth in His people (13:41-27:21) Christ calls us to Him and gives us what we need to change  If your answer to “who changes us” starts with you, you're always going to fail Christ gives us grace, nothing we've earned but what He earned  Christ gives us leaders and pastors to labor for the Church's good and to equip the saints for ministry We're freed from the dominance of sin, meaning we don't have to sin  Scripture Mentioned: John 10:27  Part IV: Christ's people cause growth in one another's lives (27:21-39:12) We are the means through which Christ completes change in us  False Doctrines: anything false about God or His design for human life  We must use discernment and speak the truth in love The truth is the Gospel, which we should remind each other of often We often need others to tell us truth as it is the means through which Christ changes us  Part V: Different kinds of ministry (39:12-42:03) Public Ministry: everything we do when we gather together Private Ministry: your walk with God as an individual  Personal Ministry: interpersonal relationships in which people speak to one another in the various scripture models (encourage, comfort, etc.)  ____   Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org  Follow along with Watermark  Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter 

In this episode, hosts Oren and Caitlin discuss the Doctrine of Scripture by walking through the “5 P's of Scripture” and how it should effect our everyday lives.   Part I: Introduction (00:00-01:32)   Part II: What are the 5 P's of Scripture? (01:32-03:35) Profession – Scripture claims to be God's Word and makes good on those claims. Production – refers to the glory of scripture; written over 1,500 years, 40+ authors, 3 continents, 66 books—and comes altogether into one grand story of redemption. Preservation – process of canonization and transmission.  Prophecy – promises are made, and promises are kept; proves its reliability.  Personal Testimony – transformed lives.  Part III: What does the “profession of Scripture” mean? (03:35-12:17) “If we want to have a high view of Scripture, then we must have the same view of Scripture that Jesus has” – Dr. Mark Thompson   Scripture Mentioned: Exodus 20, Genesis 12,15,17, 2 Samuel 12, John 1:1, Genesis 1:1, Matthew 4, Hebrews 1:1-4  Part IV: How does the Doctrine of Inspiration apply to Scripture's profession? (12:17-14:56)  Scripture Mentioned: 2 Timothy 2, 1 Thessalonians 2:13, Acts 16, 2 Peter 1  Part V: What does the “production of Scripture” mean? (14:56-24:06) What is Theological Triage?  Scripture Mentioned: Luke 24:44-45  Part VI: What does the “preservation of Scripture” mean? (24:06-35:44) Three criteria for preservation: ApostolicityConformity & compatibility Universality & wide-spread usage The Process of the Biblical Canon Michael Kruger, Canon Revisited Michael Kruger, The Question of Canon “Let us see Scripture as Scripture: as God speaking” – Augustine.   Scripture Mentioned: John 14-16, Matthew 5-7, 2 Peter 3, 1 Timothy 1, 1 Corinthians 15  Part VII: What does the “prophecy of Scripture” mean? (35:44-37:15) How many prophecies did Jesus fulfill?  Scripture Mentioned: Isaiah 53  Part VIII: What does the “personal testimony of Scripture” mean? (37:15-39:43)  Scripture Mentioned: John 6 

In this episode hosts Oren and Caitlin discuss the Resurrection in anticipation of Easter, including its significance and five things that are true because of it.   Part I: Introduction 00:00-02:50 Scripture Mentioned: 1 Corinthians 15, John 1:1-5   Part II: Why is the Resurrection important in our everyday lives? 02:50-12:01 Scripture Mentioned: Genesis 3:15, 1 Corinthians 15:12-20, Acts 9, Genesis 12, Acts 2   Part III: What are five things that are true because of the Resurrection? 12:01-25:53 His preaching and message are true  Our Faith is not in vain  We are no longer in sin  We are the most to be envied... our hope can't be taken away   Death will not be our end; it is a door to more  Resources and quotes: Athanasius, On the Incarnation “Our greatest enemy is death. Christ has defeated death, and so Christians need not fear it because death is not the end but the beginning of a new life in Christ” – Athanasius “Our Lord has written the promise of resurrection, not in books alone, but in every leaf in springtime” – Martin Luther Scripture Mentioned:  1 Corinthians 15:12-20   __   Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org    Follow along with Watermark Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter 

In this episode, hosts Oren Martin and Caitlin Van Wagoner are joined by two of Watermark's worship leaders, Jon Abel and Davy Flowers, to discuss the importance of corporate worship, what it is, why we do it, and answering some of the most commonly asked questions.  Part I: 00:00-02:27 Introduction  Part II: 02:28-04:00 What is worship in the context of the church and where do we see it in scripture?  Ed. D.A. Carson, Worship by the Book Bob Kauflin, Worship Matters: Leading Others to Encounter the Greatness of God Mike Cosper, Rhythms of Grace: How the Church's Worship Tells the Story of the Gospel Scripture Mentioned:  Exodus 15, Revelation 15  Part III: 04:00-06:02 Has congregational singing always been present in the church? David Peterson, Engaging with God: A Biblical Theology of Worship Scripture Mentioned: Ephesians 5, Colossians 3, Revelation 19  Part IV: 06:02-07:36 What makes corporate worship in the local church different from singing Christian music in your home or car?  Matt Merker, Corporate Worship: How the Church Gathers as God's People  Part V: 07:36-11:32 What are some misconceptions about corporate worship?   “Our hearts are like idol factories, seeking things to worship” - John Calvin. “True Christian worship addresses God not just merely as creator and preserver, or as the great Lord of the universe, but as one who is very near kin to us, our Father, beloved of our souls. It is the worship of a child towards a Father, feeling within himself a kinship with the Divine. It is a worship wrought in us by God the Holy Ghost because the Father has sought us out and taught us how to worship Him. It is a worship which is not outward but of the inner man, and occupies not hand, eye, and foot, but heart and soul and spirit. And it is a worship which is not professional and formal, but real, hearty, earnest, and so acceptable before God ” – Charles Spurgeon.  Scripture Mentioned: Romans 12:1, Ecclesiastes 3:11, Mark 12:30, Romans 1:21-23.    Part VI: 11:32-13:05 When we sing in church, why and to whom are we singing?  Part VII: 13:05-20:02 How do you think about the role of a worship leader?   Scripture Mentioned: 1 Peter 4:10.  Part VIII: 20:02-25:10 How do you choose the songs we sing on a Sunday? Why would you choose to not sing a song?    Part IX: 25:10-26:58 Why has Watermark started to produce its own music?  Scripture Mentioned: 1 Peter 4:10  Part X: 26:58-30:40 How have your own perspectives on leading worship changed over the years?     Part XI: 30:40-36:39 Quick Hits Watermark Music, “As Loud as He Is Worthy (Psalm 47).” The Worship Initiative, “All Sufficient Merit.” Herman Bavinck, Reformed Dogmatics, 4 Volume Set. Scripture Mentioned: Psalm 47 

In this episode, hosts Oren Martin and Caitlin Van Wagoner are joined by Dani Stoll, a resident in the Watermark Institute. They will discuss the story of the Old Testament, how all the parts fit together, and why it matters to us as Christians today.   Part I: 00:00–03:11 Introduction What is the Watermark Institute?  PART II: 03:11–05:33 Why is it important for Christians to understand the Old Testament?  “The Old Testament is a richly furnished room dimly lit”– B.B. Warfield  “Although the Old Testament is prior in time, the New Testament has precedence in intrinsic value” – Augustine Why should we study the Old Testament?  10 Reasons the Old Testament is Important for Christians Scripture Mentioned: Colossians 1:26-28  Part III: 05:33–07:05 What are some common misconceptions about the Old Testament?  Scripture Mentioned: John 5:37-40  Part IV: 07:05–23:17 The story of the Old Testament What is the Old Testament about? The Biblical Covenants  The Five Key Covenants God Makes with Humans in the Bible Scripture Mentioned: John 1:1-3, Genesis 3:15, Genesis 12:1-3, 2 Samuel 7, Ezekiel 36:22-38, Jeremiah 31:31-40  Part V: 23:17–26:37 How has understanding the story of the Old Testament impacted your faith?   Part VI: 26:37–30:46 If someone wanted to truly understand the Old Testament, where would they start? David Helm, The Big Picture Story Bible Vaughan Roberts, God's Big Picture: Tracing the Storyline of the Bible Dr. Jason DeRouchie, 40 Questions About Biblical Theology The Watermark Institute   __   Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org    Follow along with Watermark Instagram | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter 

In this episode, hosts Oren Martin and Caitlin Van Wagoner kick off season 2 with a special episode about prayer and fasting with Watermark's Lead Pastor of Vision and Preaching and returning guest, Timothy “TA” Ateek.   Chapter 1: 00:00-02:39 Introduction Sermon Series: A Praying Church 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting Vision Sunday: Ten Markers for Watermark Community Church  Chapter 2: 02:39- 05:05 Why do we want our church family to enjoy prayer and fasting? Scripture Mentioned: Psalm 34:8, Psalm 16:11, Psalm 37:4   Chapter 3: 05:05-08:18 Why do we find it hard to enjoy God?  Michael Reeves, Enjoy Your Prayer Life David Mathis, Habits of Grace: Enjoying Jesus Through the Spiritual Disciplines J.I. Packer, Knowing God “If you want to know how well a person understands Christianity, find out how much he makes of the thought of being God's child” – J.I. Packer “The life of Christianity consists in possessive pronouns” – Martin Luther Scripture Mentioned: 1 Peter 5:8, Matthew 6:9-13  Chapter 4: 08:18-10:52 What does it mean that “prayer is the chief exercise of faith”? “Prayerlessness is practical atheism” – Michael Reeves Scripture Mentioned: Romans 10:17  Chapter 5: 10:52-14:56 What do you do when prayer feels burdensome rather than enjoyment? Scripture Mentioned: Matthew 26:36-46, 6:9-13, John 1:14, 10:10  Chapter 6: 14:56-18:53 If God is sovereign, why do we need to pray?  Chapter 7: 18:53-26:18 How do you deal with unanswered prayer? “The best preparation for suffering is good theology” – Tom Schreiner  “Don't listen to yourself, talk to yourself” – Martin Lloyd Jones Scripture Mentioned: John 6:68, Psalm 24:1, Luke 22:42, Hebrews 4:14-16, Psalm 42, 43  Chapter 8: 26:18-32:58 Is there something special about corporate prayer? Scripture Mentioned: Acts 12, 4:31, Matthew 18:20, James 5:16  Chapter 9: 32:58-35:03 What is the connection between prayer and fasting? Scripture Mentioned: Philippians 3:10, Matthew 4:4  Chapter 10: 35:03-38:38 How have you grown in prayer and fasting?  Chapter 11: 38:38-40:56 Why should Watermark members jump in with prayer and fasting? 

In this episode, hosts Oren Martin and Caitlin Van Wagoner are joined by Dave Bruskas to finish out our two-part series on union with Christ, including discussions on applying it to our everyday lives, putting off sin, and signs we're getting it wrong.  Chapter I: 00:00-07:37How does the concept of being united with Christ apply to our everyday lives?  Scripture Mentioned:  Colossians 1:15-23, Colossians 2:6-7, Colossians 3:1-17  Chapter II: 07:38-13:00Is it common to think less of putting ON CHRIST than we do of putting OFF SIN?  Scripture Mentioned: Colossians 3:3, Romans 8, Colossians 3:15-16  Chapter III: 13:00-20:27What are some signs we are getting this wrong?  What is re:generation?  Scripture Mentioned: Romans 6, 1 Corinthians 11:17-32   Chapter IV: 20:27-27:28How can we grow in the concept of being united with Christ?  Jerry Bridges, Who Am I?: Identity in Christ  Sinclair Ferguson, Union with Christ: Life-Transforming Implications  J. Todd Billings, Union with Christ: Reframing Theology and Ministry for the Church  Robert Letham, Union with Christ: In Scripture, History, and Theology  Rankin Wilbourne, Union with Christ: The Way to Know and Enjoy God  Paul E. Miller, J–Curve: Dying and Rising with Jesus in Everyday Life   Scripture Mentioned:  Galatians 3:24-25, Matthew 5:17, Matthew 11:28-30, Mark 10:45   Chapter V: 27:28-33:12How has the concept of being united with Christ played out in your own stories? Scripture Mentioned: Philippians 2:3-8 __ Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org Follow along with WatermarkInstagram | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter

In this episode, hosts Oren Martin and Caitlin Van Wagoner are joined by Dave Bruskas, Watermark's Director of re:generation to discuss what "union with Christ" means, including how to live out of our identity in Christ.  Part I: 04:58-15:20What does it mean to be united with Christ? Scripture Mentioned: Ephesians 1:3-4, John 15:5  Extra Resources:  On the Incarnation, St. Athanasius  Institutes of the Christian Religion, John Calvin   Part II: 15:21-19:14 Why is the concept of "union with Christ" important? Scripture Mentioned: 1 Corinthians 10:31  Part III: 19:14-27:18Where does the concept of union with Christ appear in the scriptures? Scripture Mentioned: Jeremiah 31:31-34, Genesis 2:23-25, John 15, 1 Corinthians 1:30, Colossians 2:20, 3:1-3, Ephesians 1:4, 5:31-32, Romans 6, Galatians 2:20  Part IV: 27:18-32:15What is the scope of our “union with Christ”–what does that mean for us?  Extra Resources:  What is Progressive Sanctification?  What is Positional Sanctification?   Scripture Mentioned: Colossians 3:4, Romans 5:12-21, 5:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-14, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Romans 8, John 15:11  Other Resources: “The great temptation most of us face is to believe that very little has happened to us through grace” – Sinclair B. Ferguson  What is re:generation?  __ Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org Follow along with WatermarkInstagram | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter

In this episode, hosts Oren Martin and Caitlin Van Wagoner are joined by Watermark's Director of Membership Ethan Moehn, as they discuss the historical significance of the Protestant Reformation, including the events surrounding it, why it was necessary, and its impact on our lives today. Part I:  00:47-02:30What was the Reformation? The Reformation: A historical event that brought about happiness in the church because it had recovered the gospel.  Extra Resources:  3 Things Every Christian Should Know About the Reformation  What is Reformation Day?  Stephen J. Nichols, Reformation ABCs: The People, Place, and Things of the Reformation–from A to Z   Part II: 02:30-03:58Why should I care about Church history and how is the Reformation relevant today? Extra Resources:  Why Study Church History?  Podcast: “5 Minutes in Church History with Stephen Nichols”    Part III: 03:58-13:36Why was the Reformation needed? What led to the Reformation? Who were the key figures in the Reformation? “I defy the pope and all his laws. If God spare my life many years, I will cause a boy who drives the plough to know more of the Scripture than the pope” – William Tyndale  Extra Resources:  Why Was the Reformation Necessary?  The History of the Reformation  Steven J. Lawson, The Bible Convictions of John Wycliffe  Who Was William Tyndale?  Who Was John Huss?   Part IV: 13:37-26:06What happened during the Reformation? Extra Resources:  Who Was Martin Luther?  How the Reformation Spread  What is the Gutenberg Bible?  Steven J. Lawson, The Heroic Boldness of Martin Luther   Scripture Mentioned:  Isaiah 55:11   John 6:68   Part V: 26:07-31:50What effect after did the Reformation have ? Extra Resources:  The Reformation of Worship  The Council of Trent  9 Things You Should Know About the Council of Trent   Part VI: 31:50-40:00Why is it important for modern-day Christians to understand the Reformation? Extra Resources:  Jason K. Allen, Sola: How the Solas Are Still Reforming the Church  What Are the Five Solas?  What Is the Church?   Kirsi Stjerna, Women and the Reformation    __ Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org Follow along with WatermarkInstagram | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter

In this episode, hosts Oren Martin and Caitlin Van Wagoner are joined by Timothy "TA" Ateek to discuss the doctrine of the Trinity: what it is,  how to explain it, and its' implications for our daily lives. Part I: 01:30-06:59What is Trinity? The Trinity: the word that describes the conviction that God exists as three co-equal, co-eternal persons that are distinct yet are one in essence.   Trinitarian Heresies  Scott Swain, The Trinity: An Introduction 1 Minute Videos on the Trinity   Part II: 07:00-10:20How can I explain the Trinity in a simple way? Use an illustration, knowing it ultimately breaks down Catechesis: teaching in the form of questions   The New City Catechism   Brandon Smith, The Biblical Trinity: Encountering the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in Scripture   Part III: 10:20-15:30Why is the Trinity important in our everyday lives? To love God rightly, you have to know God rightly  The Trinity helps us understand God more fully, ourselves more fully, and the Gospel more fully.   Scripture Mentioned: Deuteronomy 29:29, Galatians 4:4-7  Part IV: 15:30-19:40Where do we see the Trinity in the Bible? “The Old Testament may be likened to a chamber richly furnished but dimly lit...” – B.B. Warfield Progressive Revelation  Tertullian: Early Church father who coined the term Trinity to describe who God is Scott Swain, The Trinity & the Bible: On Theological Interpretation  The Nicene Creed  Tertullian's View of the Trinity   Scripture Mentioned: Matthew 28:18-20, Matthew 3:13-17, Genesis 1:1-2, 26, Colossians 1:15-23   Part V: 19:40-22:46Is the Trinity unique in comparison to other religions?  While Jews and Muslims believe that only one God exists, they reject the Christian belief in a Triune God. Do Christians, Jews, and Muslims Worship the Same God? 5 Reasons the Trinity Matters So Much  Part VI:  22:46-26:50Common questions on the Trinity Is there a person of the Trinity that you favor?  “…When I think of anyone of the three, I think of him as the whole, and my eyes are filled, and the greater part of what I am thinking escapes me. I cannot grasp the greatness of that one so as to attribute a greater greatness to the rest. When I contemplate the three together, I see but one torch, and cannot divide or measure out the undivided light.” – Gregory Nazianzen Who do we pray to?  We pray to the Father, by the Son, and through the Holy Spirit. Scripture Mentioned: Matthew 6:5-15, Acts 7:59   Recommended Resources:  Michael Reeves, Delighting in the Trinity __ Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org Follow along with WatermarkInstagram | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter

In this episode, hosts Oren Martin and Caitlin Van Wagoner are joined by guest Timothy Ateek to discuss who the Holy Spirit is, what His role is, and how we can walk with Him.   Part I: 01:06 – 02:40Who is the Holy Spirit?“The Doctrine of the Holy Spirit” Part II: 02:40- 16:43What does the Holy Spirit do?  Convicts, illuminates, regenerates, sanctifies, guarantees, indwells The Nicene Creed “The Gift of the Holy Spirit.” Scripture Mentioned: John 16:8, 2 Timothy 3:16, John 3:1-21, 2 Corinthians 3:18, Romans 8:29, Ephesians 1:13-14, Revelation 21 & 22, Romans 8:9-11, Ephesians 1, Romans 6:10-11, Romans 8:11, John 14:15-18  Part III: 16:43-20:50What does it mean to have a gift from the Holy Spirit? What are the gifts? What is the Holy Spirit's role in our everyday lives? The Gifts of the Spirit Tom Schreiner, Spiritual Gifts: What They Are and Why They Matter Watermark Spiritual Gifts Assessment How to Determine your Spiritual Gifts Scripture Mentioned: 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12, Ephesians 4, 1 Peter 4 Part IV: 20:50-29:27What does it mean to be filled with the Holy Spirit? Can you be more or less filled with the Holy Spirit?J.I. Packer, Keep in Step with the SpiritScripture Mentioned: Ephesians 5:15-18, Galatians 5:16-1, Matthew 3:11, Mark 1, Luke 3, John 1, Acts 1, Ephesians 5:18-20, Colossians 3:16, Galatians 5:22-25  Part V: 29:27-34:00Why can teaching around the Holy Spirit be divisive in the Church? Scripture Mentioned: John 15:26-27  Part VI: 34:00-39:17Quick questions about the Holy Spirit: Does the holy spirit have a gender? Where does the holy spirit first appear? What is your favorite Bible reference when the Holy Spirit appears in the Old Testament? Do you have to speak in tongues to truly be saved?  Gregg Allison, God, Gift, and Guide: Knowing the Holy Spirit Robert Letham, The Holy Spirit Scripture Mentioned: Genesis 1:2, Luke 1:35, Isaiah 63, 1 Samuel 16:13, Genesis 15:6, Acts 16:30-31, Acts 2:1-4, 1 Corinthians 12:29-30

In this episode, hosts Oren Martin and Caitlin Van Wagoner are joined by guest John Elmore to discuss who Jesus is, what He's done, and how we should respond to Him. Part I: 00:28-00:38Why is Jesus Christ a loaded term? Part II: 00:38-03:20Who is God the Son? Incarnation Creed of Chalcedon  Scripture Mentioned: John 1:14, John 1:1 Part III: 03:20-05:49Where did God the Son come from?Scripture Mentioned: John 3:16, Exodus 15 Part IV: 05:49-16:03What happened at the Incarnation? Gregory of Nazianus Creed of Chalcedon Hypostatic Union  Scripture Mentioned: John 3:16, John 1:29, Revelation 5, Hebrews 10, John 1, Colossians 1, Revelation 1 Part V: 16:03-22:50What are some common questions and misconceptions about Christ? Is Jesus subordinate to God the Father? Is Jesus a mixture of God and man? Is Jesus God morphing into man? Subordinationism, Arianism, Modalism C.S. Lewis, Mere Christianity  Part VI: 22:50-27:37What is the work of Christ? Intercession Scripture Mentioned: Colossians 1, Hebrews 7, Matthew 6, Romans 8, Titus 2:13, Galatians 2:20 Part VII: 27:27-28:58How should we respond to Christ?AW Tozer, Pursuit of God Scripture Mentioned: Galatians 2:20 Part VIII: 28:58-32:02The questions no one is willing to ask. Scripture Mentioned: Matthew 28

In this episode hosts Oren Martin and Caitlin Van Wagoner talk to guest John Elmore about who God the Father is, what He is like, and why it matters. Part I: (02:36 - 04:48)Why does it matter to know what God is like? Imago Dei Incommunicable and communicable attributes of God Scripture Mentioned: Acts 17:22-31 Part II: (04:48 - 16:29)How can't we be like God? Incommunicable (or inscrutable) attributes of God: qualities that God alone possesses Scripture Mentioned: Psalm 139:4, Romans 1-8, Romans 11: 33-36, Psalm 90:2, Genesis 1, Ephesians 1:4 Part III: (16:29 - 26:42)How can we be like God? Communicable attributes of God: qualities that we can share with Him, in finite ways Common Grace Scripture Mentioned: John 14, 1 John, Leviticus 19:2, Romans 1:8, Acts 17 Part IV: (26:42 - 32:25)Which attribute of God is most important?re:generationScripture Mentioned: John 14:6 Part V: (32:25 - 35:00What is God not like?The Great CommissionScripture Mentioned: Matthew 28:16-20 __ Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org Follow along with WatermarkInstagram | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter

Oren Martin, Caitlin Van Wagoner, and guest Blake Holmes finish out our 2-part series on the Church by discussing what scripture says about what makes for a healthy church and how we apply those principles at Watermark. Part I (01:19 - 24:18)What characteristics make up a healthy church? Preaching of the Word, membership, discipleship, elders, serving, church-discipline, evangelism, ordinances Expositional Preaching Dallas Willard's definition of discipleship: Discipleship is the process of becoming who Jesus would be, if He were you. Scripture Mentioned: 1 Timothy 3: 1-13, Titus 1, 2 Timothy 4:2, Matthew 16 and 18, Ephesians 4:11, 1 Corinthians 5, Hebrews 12:5-6, Matthew 28, Matthew 21 Part II (24:18 - 47:45)How does Watermark try to apply these characteristics? Membership Baptism Community Groups How to Determine Your Spiritual Gifts Book on Baptism: Going Public by Bobby Jamieson Apostle's Creed Ministries Mentioned: Join the Journey Equipping Opportunities Re:Generation Student Ministries Marriage Ministries Great Questions Scripture Mentioned: 1 Peter 4:10, Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12, 1 Peter 5:1 __ Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org Follow along with WatermarkInstagram | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter__ Looking for resources from Nathan Wagnon? Check out the Eden Project.

In this episode Oren Martin, Caitlin Van Wagoner, and guest Blake Holmes bring it back to the basics of the Church: the Church's purpose, structure, and history. Scripture: Acts 20:28, Hebrews, Acts 2, Matthew 16:15-23, Revelation 20, Ephesians 6:12, Leviticus 10 References and Helpful Links: Martin Luther's 7 Characteristics of the Church What is the Parachurch? A Christian faith-based organization which carries out its mission usually independent of church oversight Regulative Principle The Institutes of the Christian Religion Book 4 by John Calvin Oren's 100 Word Definition of the Church: 100 word definition of the church: The church is the new covenant people of God, brought about by the person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ, consists of local gatherings of baptized believers, and is indwelt and gifted by the Holy Spirit to know, serve and glorify her Triune God. Her ministries include proclaiming the whole gospel of God, administering the ordinances of baptism and the Lord's Supper, and exercising church discipline. Her purpose is worship, discipleship, and missions as she makes the gospel visible and proclaims the gospel to the nations. Her biblical offices are elders/pastors (biblically qualified men) and deacons (biblically qualified men and women).  Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org

In this episode, Oren Martin, Caitlin Van Wagoner, and guest Blake Holmes discuss the Bible: why it is trustworthy, how it all fits together, and how it is relevant and applicable to Christians today.   References and Helpful Links: - Manuscript Evidence  - Scripture: (2 Peter 1, Colossians, Revelation 21, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 4, Leviticus, Numbers 22:21-39, 1 Peter 1:19, Matthew 5:17, Luke 24:26-27, 31, John 3:14-15, 16, Numbers 21, Isaiah 52-55) - B.B. Warfield  - Great Questions: A safe place for those whose questions or doubts are keeping them from a relationship with God. Hosted every Monday at Watermark Community Church.  - Join the Journey: A daily Bible reading plan, devotional, and podcast from Watermark Community Church. - Biblical Theology Learn more about Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas at watermark.org 

Oren Martin, Caitlin Van Wagoner, and guest Blake Holmes discuss why we've started an equipping podcast, what our tagline means, and why knowing God is important to the Christian faith.   References and Helpful Links:  Scripture: Colossians 1, Proverbs 1, John 17:3, Psalm 13:1, Mark 9:24, Romans 10:17, Exodus 3, Hebrews 1:1  Augustine of Hippo   Athanasius  Johnathan Edwards, Religious Affections  Watermark Institute: The Watermark Institute is a 10-month discipleship program to help church leaders and those considering vocational ministry gain hands-on ministry experience while receiving in-depth biblical instruction.  Oren's Short Studies in Systematic Theology  Learn more about Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas at watermark.org 

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Nathan and Karen talk with Angela Perritt, the founder of Love God Greatly, an international women's ministry, and Melissa Fuller, the ministry's Content Director. Listen in as they share their unique mission and talk about how to be faithful when circumstances are hard and spiritual warfare is real.

Nathan and Karen finish their conversation with Dr. Craig Bartholomew and Dr. David Larsen on how placemaking drives the narrative of Scripture. Discover with us how God's place starts and ends in Eden.

Nathan and Karen talk a theology of placemaking with Dr. Craig Bartholomew, the Director of the Kirby Laing Center, and Dr. David Larsen, a Kirby Laing Senior Research Fellow. Turns out placemaking is super important, as we form places but places also form us for better or worse.

Listen in as Karen and Nathan continue their conversation with Dr. Greg Beale on temple imagery in Scripture and how the Church is to carry on the commission given to Adam.

Karen and Nathan talk with Dr. Greg Beale, research professor at Westminster Theological Seminary and one of the foremost experts on the Temple and the book of Revelation. They discuss the pervasive temple imagery throughout the biblical narrative and how critical it is to understand what God is doing in the world. Your mind is about to be blown, so buckle up.

Nathan and Karen finish their conversation with Dr. A. J. Sherrill on how the enneagram helps us zero in on our unique process of spiritual formation through both upstream (difficult) and downstream (easy) practices.

Dr. A. J. Sherrill is an author, professor, Anglican pastor, and enneagram expert. In this episode, Nathan and Karen talk to A. J. about what the enneagram is and some common misconceptions that surround this unique personality tool.

Karen and Nathan finish their conversation with Jim Smith about how to move away from false narratives and reorient to the biblical narrative that has at its center the love of God.

Nathan and Karen host Jim Smith, author of The Good and Beautiful God, and founder and Executive Director of the Apprentice Institute for Christian Spiritual Formation at Friends University, as well as a founding member of Richard J. Foster's spiritual renewal ministry, Renovaré. In this episode they discuss how our experiences shape our view of God, and how many Christians unknowingly view him as powerful but angry. Listen in and examine your own view of God.

In part 2 of their conversation with Dr. Steve Porter, Nathan and Karen talk to Steve about what praying without ceasing is, how to learn to stay aware of the presence of Jesus, and to remain in communion with him at all times.

Karen and Nathan talk spiritual disciplines with Dr. Steve Porter . . . what they are, what they aren't, and ultimately, how they really are a means of grace God has given to cultivate intimacy with him.

Nathan and Karen finish their conversation with Dr. Gary Moon (author of "Becoming Dallas Willard") on the life and influence of philosopher, teacher, and Christ-follower Dallas Willard. https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Dallas-Willard-Formation-Philosopher/dp/0830846107

Karen and Nathan interview Dr. Gary Moon, Executive Director of the Martin Institute for Christianity and Culture and the Dallas Willard Center for Christian Spiritual Formation at Westmont College in Southern California. Gary was a personal friend of Dallas Willard and is the author of his biography, "Becoming Dallas Willard."

The recording of a session Nathan recently taught at the Church Leaders Conference on how people's view of God affects the process of discipleship and spiritual formation.

Karen and Nathan finish their conversation with Christy Chermak and Rachel Butterfield on COVID, chatting about how we can and should take inventory one year after the outbreak, and see this situation as a unique opportunity to love one another.

Nathan and Karen host Christy Chermak, Executive Director of Watermark Health, and COVID ICU nurse Rachel Butterfield to chat about all the changes we've undergone during COVID, and that in the midst of all those changes, Jesus stays the same.

Karen and Nathan finish their conversation with Dr. Darrell Bock on the Gospel of Luke, where we see Jesus is the litmus test: if you want to know how you're responding to God, just take a look at how you respond to Jesus.

Dr. Darrell Bock, Executive Director of Cultural Engagement and Senior Research Professor of New Testament Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, joins Karen and Nathan to discuss the background and purpose of Luke's ordered account of Jesus' life.

In this final episode on discipleship, Nathan talks to Watermark community leaders about our responsibility in discipleship to Jesus.

Part 2 of Nathan's recent talk on discipleship to Watermark community leaders and shepherds. In this episode, he answers the questions, "who is a disciple?" and "who is the disciple maker?"

Part 1 of a talk Nathan recently gave to the Watermark community leaders and shepherds on discipleship. In this episode, he answers the question, "what is Christian discipleship?"

Dave Eubank from Free Burma Rangers (www.freeburmarangers.org) talks to Nathan and Karen about how he's learned to recognize God's voice. Go to https://fbrmovie.com/ to see more of their story.

Karen and Nathan catch up with Dave and Karen Eubank from Free Burma Rangers. They've been busy with relief work, releasing a book, and premiering a movie you should watch. Seriously, watch it: https://fbrmovie.com/

For part 2 of our conversation on bibliology we are airing a recent Dallas Seminary chapel message by Dan Wallace titled "Christ at the Center: A Bibliology Grounded in Christology." This message is the second in his two-part series Bumper Sticker Theology. Check out his first message here: https://tinyurl.com/yxea4tey.

Nathan and Karen host Dr. Dan Wallace, Senior Research Professor of New Testament Studies at Dallas Seminary and Executive Director of the Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts (csntm.org), to discuss Christian doctrine and the the critical need to prioritize them in order of importance.

Nathan and Karen finish their conversation with spiritual formation "Yoda" Dr. John Coe on the temptation Christians face to try and make themselves "good" through moral behavior.

Karen and Nathan host Dr. John Coe, Director of the Institute for Spiritual Formation and Professor of Spiritual Theology at Biola University, to talk about the very real danger of hiding from God by being "good."

Nathan and Mike Heiser, author of The Unseen Realm, finish their conversation on the worldview of the ancient Near East and First Century Jew. In order to understand Scripture, context is critical. We must take the Bible on its own terms and let it be what it is, not what we would make it.

Nathan talks to Dr. Mike Heiser, biblical theologian and author of "The Unseen Realm," about the importance of understanding the worldview of the ancient Israelites.

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Karen and Nathan finish their conversation on Genesis with Dick Averbeck, talking through the major themes of Genesis 12-50.