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The Tabernacle podcast exists to inform and equip followers of Jesus to keep in the fight. Through scripture, stories, and some below average jokes our hosts John Vermilya and Britton Bishop do their best to help the Church continue in the mission to Love

The Tabernacle


    • May 28, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 1h 23m AVG DURATION
    • 194 EPISODES

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    The Tabernacle Podcast is a truly exceptional podcast that offers listeners an authentic and relatable perspective on faith and following Jesus. Hosted by John and Britten, this podcast features real people sharing their stories of how their lives have been transformed by their relationship with Christ. The content is engaging and thought-provoking, challenging listeners to grow in their faith, build relationships with Jesus, and serve others with love. John and Britten have a wonderful rapport that draws listeners into the conversation, creating a sense of intimacy and vulnerability.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the changed-life stories shared by the guests. These stories are powerful and inspiring, demonstrating the ways in which faith has made a tangible difference in people's lives. By sharing these stories, The Tabernacle Podcast helps listeners see that they are not alone in their struggles or questions about faith. It encourages them to continue seeking growth and connection with Jesus.

    Another great aspect of this podcast is the focus on building relationships, both with Jesus and within a faith community. The hosts emphasize the importance of finding ways to serve and reach out to others with the love of Jesus in our everyday lives. This emphasis on living out one's faith is both encouraging and challenging, prompting listeners to think about practical ways they can make a difference in the world around them.

    While there aren't any major drawbacks to The Tabernacle Podcast, one minor aspect that could be improved upon is the frequency of episodes. As of now, there are only five episodes available (six if you include episode 0), which may not be enough for some avid listeners who want more content to consume. However, given the quality of each episode, it's understandable that producing new episodes takes time.

    In conclusion, The Tabernacle Podcast is a must-listen for anyone interested in discussions about faith and personal growth. John and Britten's easy rapport creates an inviting atmosphere where real people can share their experiences and perspectives. The focus on changed-life stories, relationship-building, and living out one's faith make this podcast both inspiring and challenging. Although more frequent episodes would be appreciated, the content provided thus far is exceptional. I highly recommend The Tabernacle Podcast to anyone seeking a relatable and authentic perspective on following Jesus.



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    191. Sounds Like Him | With Lori Krueger

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 89:08


    John is joined by Lori Krueger, a pro soccer chaplain and executive coach, who shares her changed life story. Originally from a small town in Canada, Lori traces how a lifetime of saying "yes" to Jesus gave her ministry platforms in the church, pro soccer, and eventually the USA women's national team.You can connect with Lori at www.linkedin.com/in/lori-krueger, or https://novus.global/lorikrueger.To learn more about the Tabernacle, visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    190. There's Something Different Here | With Rachel Ray & Rachel Vore

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 81:23


    On this episode of the podcast, we sit down with Rachels Vore and Ray to unpack why not all retreats are created equal. From hilariously awkward invitations to eye-opening conversations about rest, renewal, and relationships, we explore what really happens when women get outside of the routine and why that should matter to men. This episode goes far beyond gender. It's about truth, authenticity and meeting God on His terms.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    189. Anchorpoint | With Josh & Laura Boulis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 84:00


    John is joined by Josh and Laura Boulis as they share their changed life stories. They talk about pain and disappointment in previous ministry experiences, how God brought them to the Tabernacle staff and how staying grounded with Christ as their foundation allowed them to keep saying 'yes' to God.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    188. Revolution | Acts Series Overview

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 70:11


    John is joined by Adam Ray and Kris Johns to talk about our next sermon series  which covers the Book of Acts. The discussion ranges from the book's author, to our favorite stories and passages, the dramatic spread of the Gospel, and how it all applies to our lives today.To join the uprising, or learn more about the Tabernacle, visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    187. This Light & Momentary Darkness | Todd Heminger

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 106:37


    John interviews Todd Heminger about God's faithfulness in the midst of unimaginable loss. Todd's life with his wife and two sons was proceeding according to plan when tragedy struck twice. Todd shares his powerful and inspiring perspective on trusting God in life's darkest moments.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    186. He's Alive | Proof Of Jesus' Resurrection

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 92:21


    John is joined by Adam Ray and Martin Rizzi to talk about the actual evidence for the resurrection of Jesus Christ. They address common arguments from skeptics and how the overwhelming body of evidence from the Bible, eyewitnesses, history, and archeology all point to the bodily resurrection of Jesus.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    185. Forgiveness | With Tim, Adam & John

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 78:32


    John is joined by Tim Burgess and Adam Ray to talk about Biblical forgiveness. The pastors talk about what the Bible says about believing God's forgiveness and God's command to forgive others. The discussion touches on why we must forgive, practical steps we can take towards forgiveness, and how forgiving sets us free.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    184. Help My Marriage Part 3 | With Adam & Rachel Ray

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 117:32


    John is joined by Adam and Rachel Ray as the podcast series on marriage continues. The Rays share stories and lessons learned from their own marriage and a helpful tool called the marriage wheel which gives practical steps directly from the Bible.

    183. A Child Will Lead Them | With Haley Kroupa

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 67:05


    John sits down with our Cadillac TABkids Director to hear her changed life story. Haley is an OG product of the Tabernacle who first attended church alone as a kid which eventually led to her whole family also coming to faith. Haley talks about seeing ministry impact over the long term and the importance of serving to find community.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    182. How Do I Change? l With Jonathon Sherwin

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 59:36


    John is joined by our Man Up retreat speaker, PastorJonathan, to talk about next steps after coming down from a spiritual Mountaintop. They talk about responding to God's prompting and practical things we can do to make it stick. The tools shared are useful for anyone who wants to see God change their life.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    181. Missions In Real Life | With LeRoy Miller

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 79:03


    Leroy Miller walks us through life, marriage and missions in Alaska. From his early life, marriage and raising a family of six, LeRoy tells us how God led and provided for the call placed on his life as a child. His wife, Sarah is the clear hero throughout the story. To follow their story check out the links below. Voice for Christ Ministry http://www.vfcm.orgmillers_milepost@hotmail.comhttps://cmcmissions.org

    180. Anxious Prayer | With Tracey Kaleita

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 97:46


    Tracey Kaleita joins John and Rachel Vore to share her changed life story. Tracey shares the pivotal moments in her spiritual journey, her marriage to previous podcast guest, Tom, and how God used anxious moments of prayer to draw her to Himself. Tracey is the genius behind Trace Cakes, the podcast's first and longest running sponsor.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    179. Help My Marriage Part 2 | With Jim Reed

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 79:56


    In this episode, John is joined by Dr. Jim Reed, a psychologist from Tampa FL with decades of Christian counseling experience, helping countless couples understand what health in a marriage looks like. They discuss managing conflict, turning towards one another, and why a wife's influence on her husband is vitally important.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    178. What Happened to the Dinosaurs?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 104:32


    John is joined by Adam Ray and Martin Rizzi to answer the question of the dinosaurs from a Biblical perspective. Their discussion tackles creation, age of the earth, the global flood, and evolution. They also talk about the importance of presuppositions in determining scientific conclusions.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    177. Impact Of Addiction | With Tim & Marti Wicksall.mp4

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 75:34


    John is joined by Tim and Marti Wicksall to talk about how codependency to an addict almost shipwrecked their lives. Their story includes how God brought them from broken marriages to Al-Anon, to eventually finding one another and a home at the Tabernacle. Through it all, God has brought them healing, forgiveness, and freedom.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    176. Help My Marriage Part 1 | Tim & Heidi Burgess

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 96:26


    John is joined by Tim and Heidi to talk about common challenges in marriages. They talk about understanding the unique differences between spouses, and how it impacts communication, vulnerability, and forgiveness. They also stress the importance that investment and gratitude play into making a marriage better. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    175. From Minuteman to Regular | With Kris Johns

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 93:45


    John and David sit down with Kris Johns to hear his changed life story. Kris shares how God won the tug-of-war with the world for his heart, and what happens when you give God your "yes." Kris serves as a campus pastor in Manistee. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    174. New Year, Same Me?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 77:26


    John is joined by Tim Burgess and Martin Rizzi to talk about New Year's resolutions. Martin likes them and Tim does not. Together they unite around the larger idea of change, what the Bible says about it, and the when and how of making changes. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    173. The Message In The Music | With Victoria Hughes

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 111:44


    John is joined by Victoria Hughes, the Creative Arts Director at the Tabernacle. They talk about how music is selected for worship services and the power of music in discipling the congregation. Victoria gives Biblical insight into the theology of worship, and how songs serve to drive home the message. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    172. What Does Satan Gain In The Tribulation?

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 82:22


    John is joined by Martin and Adam to look at Satan's motivation in the book of Revelation and ask the question, "if Satan knows how it ends, why does he still oppose, deceive and destroy?".  They discuss Satan's origins, nature, methods, and how they are manifested in the End Times and also explore what we can learn from and apply to spiritual warfare in our daily lives. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    171. Joy in Suffering | With Shayna & Chris Whitlow

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 75:54


    John and Isaac are joined by Isaac's sister Shayna, and her husband Chris, who share their changed life stories. Shayna's hopes and dreams were shattered when she was 21 year old. But she found a deeper relationship with Jesus by surrendering to Him, and the realization that her purpose in life is suffering. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    170. Hilaritas | A Theology of Humor

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 79:00


    John and Tim explore the theology behind humor, laughter, and joy. They talk about God's sense of humor and why it's important for us not to take ourselves too seriously. Bonus material is provided by C.S. Lewis, Charles Spurgeon, and G.K. Chesterton. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    169. Love Them Where They're At | With Gail King

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 70:36


    John, along with Heidi Burgess, interviews Gail Heaven King, beloved member of the Tabernacle who has been given only a few months to live. In an episode that is far from a cry-fest, Gail shares some of her life story, her love for Jesus, her battle with cancer, and her spiritual gift of faith and how she is fearlessly facing death, full of gratitude and infectious joy, knowing that she will be seeing Jesus very soon. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    168. Drug Dealer To Pastor | With Michael Newton

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 108:06


    John and Martin sit down with Pastor Michael to hear his changed life story and what happens when God gets your "yes." We first met Michael through our partnership with Mosaic Church in Detroit, and he shares his amazing journey from street-hustler, jail, addiction, freedom, chef, and now pastor of The Well church-plant. You can find out more about his ministry at: yourmainingredient.com. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    167. Rachel Reinink | Love In The Name of Christ

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 67:58


    In this episode, Martin and Isaac are joined by Rachel Reinink, director of Love Inc in Cadillac. They discuss how to care for those whose circumstances have become overwhelming, Rachel shares some of her own story and the burden Christ has placed on her heart.

    166. When God Uses A Dog | With Jonathan Sherwin

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 88:56


    John and Adam Ray are joined by Jonathan Sherwin, a pastor and outdoorsman from Mississippi. Jonathan shares his amazing changed-life story of how God saved him, and then used his champion hunting dog to lead thousands to Christ, and to call him into full-time ministry.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    165. Catching Up With Britton (Again)

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 54:46


    John is joined by the TAB podcast founder, Britton Bishop, live from Tulsa Oklahoma. Britton shares what God has been teaching him in 2024, about a recent mission trip to Romania, why Hope is smarter than him, and why he doesn't like Adam Sharp. Britton also ends with a special challenge for the Tabernacle family . To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    164. Changed Life Story | Tom Kaleita Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 87:18


    John and Adam Sharp are joined by Tom Kaleita - husband, father, coach, and follower of Jesus. Tom shares part 2 of how his journey to the Detroit Lions, NFL Europe, and Arena Football eventually led him back to Michigan and faith in Jesus Christ. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    163. Changed Life Story | Tom Kaleita Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 97:10


    John and Adam Sharp are joined by Tom Kaleita - husband, father, coach, and follower of Jesus. Tom shares part 1 of how his journey to the Detroit Lions, NFL Europe, and Arena Football eventually led him back to Michigan and faith in Jesus Christ. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com.

    162. Kingdom Over Empire | With John & Tim

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 81:00


    John and Tim dig deeper into the recent sermon of the same name, and how Christians can participate in politics and the election from a Biblical Christian perspective. They discuss our fears, our worship, why we must show love to political opponents, pray for our leaders, and fight the right fight.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com.

    161. The Apocalypse | With George Butler

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 95:06


    John and Martin are joined by George Butler to talk about the book of Revelation, and why it will be our next sermon series. The book has been called a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma, and they talk about why that is so. George also shares about the upcoming End Times class he will be offering in Manistee and Buckley.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.comJohn and Martin are joined by George Butler to talk about the book of Revelation, and why it will be our next sermon series. The book has been called a riddle, wrapped in a mystery, inside an enigma, and they talk about why that is so. George also shares about the upcoming End Times class he will be offering in Manistee and Buckley.To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.comTo sign up for Buckley Campus Revelation Study, go here: https://thetabchurch.churchcenter.com/groups/buckley-groups/revelation-study-buckley-campusTo sign up for the Manistee Campus Revelation Study, go here: https://thetabchurch.churchcenter.com/groups/manistee-groups/revelation-study-manistee-campus

    160. Marriage Works | With Paul & Natalie Epperson

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 77:07


    John and Adam Sharp are joined by Paul & Natalie Epperson in a “don't-miss” episode on marriage. They talk about hard lessons learned, pitfalls, loving communication, and how to serve one another while following Jesus. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    159. Missionary Spotlight | Fundacion Rescate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 77:51


    John and Isaac are joined by Roberto & Jill Insuasti, who are missionaries in Ecuador. They share the story of how God is using them to rescue, rebuild, and restore the lives of children from abusive situations. You can follow their ministry on Facebook at: facebook.com/RescateFundacion and can support them financially through their website at: rescate.org.ec To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    158. Changed Life Story | With Gary Buren

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 83:51


    Hear Gary's changed life story and how through God's provision, his business has become a strong ministry. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.

    157. Why Baptism? | With Martin, Adam and John

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 71:09


    This week, the guys share their baptism stories and wrestle with what baptism is and what it isn't, and demonstrate how baptism is an outward declaration of an inward change. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.

    156. Hunting Stories Part 2 | Adam Ray and Josh Boulis

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 119:04


    John is joined by Adam Ray and Josh Boulis to hear about Adam's most recent bear hunt in Alaska. They talk about the ministry of Alaskan Inland Mission, the stunning beauty of creation and what it tells us about God's character and nature. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    155. The Cost of Freedom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 93:41


    John is joined by Adam Sharp and Clayton Porter to talk about how freedom only comes through sacrifice. Adam and Clayton are both veterans, and they discuss the connection between American freedom and Christian freedom, and what our grateful response to both ought to be. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    154. Are All Sins Equal?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 84:46


    John is joined by David Hoeflinger and Martin Rizzi to talk about whether or not all sins are equal before God. They discuss the definition of sin, the nature of sin, and why some sins have different consequences. They also define the unpardonable sin and how we should choose to live instead. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    153. Parenting Discipleship Pitfalls | With Jake van Gilse

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 79:57


    John and Adam Sharp are joined by Jake van Gilse, Student Ministry pastor at Redeemer Bible Church in Greenwood, Indiana, to hear his story of how he got into ministry, paintball hickies, and what discipling pitfalls parents should avoid with teenagers. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com.

    152. Changed Life Story | George Butler Part 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 95:01


    Adam and Martin are joined once again by George Butler to continue his changed life story. They discuss his call into ministry, his love for his wife, and his deep passion for evangelism. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    151. Biblical Masculinity | With Matt Simon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 91:40


    John Vermilya and guest host Adam Ray are joined by Matt Simon to discuss what it means to be a real man. They look how the failure of our first father Adam impacts men now and how the second Adam in Christ is the perfect role model who provides a simple manhood definition any dude can understand. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    150. When God Has A Better Idea | Danny & Ashley Brizzard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 92:58


    Host John Vermilya is joined by Danny and Ashley as they share the story of their journey to parenthood . They talk about how they held onto hope even through the heartache of infertility and learned to trust God more deeply and watched God's providence guide them to His better idea. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    149. Finding Identity In Christ | With Aimee Proulx

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2024 67:51


    148. Can I Lose My Salvation?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 91:54


    John is joined by Martin Rizzi and Isaac Riddle to talk about the concept of eternal security. They dig into scripture to answer questions like: Am I once saved always saved? Does eternal security give me a license to sin? What about those who walk away from the faith? To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    147. Biblical Womenhood | With Rachel Vore and Isabel Crawford

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2024 61:22


    In this episode, guest host Victoria Hughes is joined by Rachel and Isabel for a conversation about biblical womenhood. They discuss what scripture tells us about being women, how we often create a 'brand' to tell the world who we are and that, when it comes down to it, we're all just gobstoppers. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    146. Missionary Spotlight | With Brandon & Gabe

    Play Episode Listen Later May 1, 2024 73:23


    John interviews Brandon and Gabe, Tabernacle supported missionaries in Thailand. They share an update about their family, the challenges and fruit of three years of ministry, and what it's like to swim with whale sharks. Follow them on Instagram: @webelieveinasia You can financially support them at: https://app.aplos.com/aws/give/crossroadsonmission/hirthsinasia  To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    145. Changed Life Story | George Butler Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2024 85:40


    Adam and Martin are joined by George Butler to discuss his early years, fighting a negative self image and finding joy despite the pain. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    144. Jesus & Archery | With Pete Yuresko

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 89:27


    John and Adam are joined by Pete Yuresko - a man with a passion for archery, hunting, and Jesus. Pete shares how God drew him to Himself, using authentic men and his love for the outdoors to ultimately point everything in his life to Jesus. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    143. The Power Of Commitment

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2024 82:35


    John is joined on the podcast by Steve and Stacy Arnott. The Arnotts have served at the Tabernacle for the last 30 years and, in this episode, they share stories of commitment to God and His church, how to adapt to change, and seeing the fruit in God's faithful blessing. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com.

    142. The Power Of The Resurrection

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 90:53


    John is joined by Adam Ray and John Williiams to talk about the the most important event in history - the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. In this episode, they discuss the proof that Jesus is risen, the transformation of the eyewitnesses, and the implications of the Resurrection in our daily lives. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com

    141. Christian Citizenship

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 71:50


    John is joined by Tim Burgess and David Hoeflinger in a study of Philippianss 1:19-26. Their discussion ranges from hand grenades to hippie campfire songs, what "to live is Christ and die is gain" means in everyday life and how we define Kingdom over empire. To learn more about the Tabernacle visit us online at: thetabchurch.com.

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