Podcast appearances and mentions of chris plekenpol

261: Pastors James Foster and Holland Greig are on the podcast with Pastor Plek and Catie today to talk about their personal experiences with planting churches. Holland planted Eastside Community Church about six years ago and James planted Taylor Bible Church this October! Tune in to hear more about the things they did right, what they would improve, and what life and ministry look like when you're planting a church.Faith, Culture, and Everything in Between.Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/giving Support the show

260: Pastor Plek and Catie Sas are joined by Holland Greig of Eastside Community Church this week to recap Sunday's sermon. After a brief summary of his sermon, Pastor Plek asks Holland what he thinks the Order of Salvation is and why that's important when we think about salvation, sanctification, and regeneration. They also answer some questions from our listeners.Faith, Culture, and Everything in Between.Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/giving Support the show

254: Pastor Plek is joined by Mo Parks on the podcast this week to talk about repairing marriages. She talks through several questions with Chris to diagnose the root issues in his own marriage and identify places where he can improve to lead his wife and family better. She also helps him identify childhood experiences that may be contributing to some of the things he struggles with relationally.Faith, Culture, and everything in between.Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/giving Support the show

253: Pastor Plek interviews Stephen and Clare Webster on this special podcast episode about raising children in a hyper-sexualized culture, how to begin setting boundaries with technology, and how to talk to young children about setting physical boundaries and the dangers of porn.Faith, Culture, and everything in between.Questions:We want to know the building blocks or framework that you used to prepare your sons to turn down opportunities to view porn. How to prepare boys for that.What age did you start having discussions with your boys about physical boundaries? What was your “framework”?Given my specific struggles, do you think I should adapt the conversations I have with my boys? How would you explain to your boys when a line has been crossed with the same sex? What's the role of a mother in all this? What's the wife's role in helping with husband's struggles?Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/giving Support the show

258: Pastor Plek, Catie Sas, Devan Bice, and Pablo Mota recap Sunday's sermon Exodus 17:1-8. Pastor Plek clarifies some confusing points from his sermon and also answers some questions from our listeners.Faith, Culture, and everything in between.Scripture References:Exodus 17:1-8, Numbers 20:1-13, Luke 9:30-34 Questions:Can you further go into what an apology with no changed behavior is manipulation, means?Can you be a Christian and be an unbeliever?Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/giving Support the show

257: Pastor Plek and Catie Sas are joined by Devan Bice and Pablo Mota on this episode of the podcast to debate a very hot topic in Christian Culture: should Christians celebrate halloween? Listen in to hear more about these very different answers to this question.Faith, Culture, and everything in between.Questions:Should Christians celebrate Halloween?Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/giving Support the show

252: Pastor Plek and Machine Gun Nick talk to Pastor Keith Ferguson from Cityview Bible Church about what it takes to build a local church. Keith opens up about his experience planting Cityview and what he learned through that process.Learn more about church planting here: https://www.plantaustin.com/plant/Faith, culture, and everything in between.Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/givingSupport the show

256: Pastor Plek, Catie Sas, Tony Nelson, and Machine Gun Nick continue their conversation from part one of our sermon recap this week, but this time they're exploring what it means to hold your tongue whil still being authentic and vulnerable.Faith, Culture, and everything in between.Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/giving Support the show

255: Pastor Plek, Catie Sas, Tony Nelson, and Machine Gun Nick talk about this Sunday's sermon over Exodus 15 and 16. They talk about times in their life when they've grumbled against leaders and address some questions from our listeners.Faith, Culture, and everything in between.Scripture References:Exodus 15 & 16Questions:Back on July 28, you released a podcast about taking your complaints to God. Today's (October 22) sermon, you preached against grumbling. Can you talk about the difference and how we can make sure we complain and not grumble?It seems to me like there are quite a lot of similarities in the Egyptian hate and attacks on the Jewish is same as the Muslim world now. My understanding of Muslim faith is that they also believe in the old testament. If so, why are they so ready to play the role of the Egyptians now. Probably a dumb question because I don't really understand the Muslim focus on killing non Muslims as a key part of their faith. So different from the Christian belief, but I know we also will go to war against enemies too. Just a little confusingGot questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/giving Support the show

251: Pastor Plek and Kourtney Blick recap Sunday's sermon on Exodus 14 about living in fear and trusting God. Kourtney shares her story battling depression and infertility and why showing up is the most important thing you can do during times of darkness.Faith, Culture, and everything in between.Scripture References:Exodus 14Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/giving Support the show

249: Pastor Plek is joined by Machine Gun Nick and Jacob Laldin for an interview with Danny Box who is currently the Director of Coaching with the Association of Hill Country Churches. Danny Planted Parkway Bible Church in 2000 and recently retired from his pastoral position there a year ago. In his time as pastor at Parkway he assisted in sending out 6 church plants in the Austin area.Faith, culture, and everything in between.Questions:How many of the churches that you planted are still around?What is the HIVE model of church planting?Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/givingSupport the show

250: Pastor Plek and Leah Brown are joined by a very special guest on this episode. Sergei Vashkevich is living and working in Israel in a town south of Tel Aviv. Tune in to hear his updates on the conflict between Israel and Hamaas as well as how he and others are working to share the light and love of Jesus in Israel.To learn more about Sergei's mission or to donate, click here: https://outreachcf.org/middle-east/middle-east-donation/Faith, culture, and everything in between.Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/givingSupport the show

248: Pastor Plek, Leah Brown, and Machine Gun Nick get the lowdown on what's happening in Israel from Josh Capone who moved to the Austin area a few months ago. Josh's entire family is still in Israel and are facing the reality of Israel being at war with terrorist group Hamas. Tune in to hear more about this very real experience.Faith, culture, and everything in between.Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/givingSupport the show

247: Pastor Plek, Pastor Mo, Leah Brown, and Machine Gun Nick recap Sunday's sermon on the final plague in Egypt. They answer a question from one of our listeners and even do a brief dive into the 5 points of Calvinism and Limited Atonement.Faith, Culture, and everything in between.Questions:Exodus 12:29-32 is a tough verse when taken on its own. It seems to imply that God is responsible for the death of the first born. However, God is the source of truth and cannot lie. If he already gave his word in Gen 12:3 that he would curse anyone who curses his people. In light of this, why do we place responsibility on God rather than Pharaoh? God promised "Do A and I will be forced to do B", Pharoah does A and God's hand is forced. Why do we not read this as Pharaoh being the one responsible? Almost like sticking your finger in an electric outlet and then blaming the electric outlet for shocking you rather than sticking your finger in it when you knew what would happen.Who do you think the angel of death is?Scripture References:Exodus 12:29 - 13:22Romans 11, 13Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/giving Support the show

Chris Plekenpol is the lead pastor of Wells Branch Community Church in Austin, TX. He has written several books including Faith in the Fog of War, where he chronicled his time in combat and God's faithfulness in the midst of combat. Chris speaks in conferences and churches around the country and is effective at helping couples who have experienced trauma (war and otherwise) make their marriages not only healthy, but filled with joy!pastorplek.comWells Branch Community Church_____________________________________________________Make sure to Stay Connected with Rob during the week via any of the below social media platforms:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RobLohmanLiftedFromTheRut/ Twitter: @RobLohmanInstagram: @roblohmanliftedfromtherut LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertlohman/ YouTube: Rob Lohman BroadcastsWebsite: www.liftedfromtherut.comPhone: 970-331-4469Email: rob@liftedFromTheRut.com

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In this episode, Crosspoint host Josh Jackson chats with pastor and author Chris Plekenpol, who recounts an incident with a suicide bomber in Iraq and also talks about God's word, God's spirit, God's people... finding God's will. Chris graduated from the United States Military Academy at West Point in 1999 and served in the Army for seven years. Upon God’s call in his life to ministry, he attended Dallas Theological Seminary and received his Masters in Theology (ThM.) Chris traveled as an evangelist and missional group trainer with iamsecond.com for two years before becoming the Lead Pastor of Wells Branch Community Church.  Chris is the guest speaker during week 7 of Summer RNR at White Sulphur Springs. If you haven't made summer plans, or if your plans suddenly change, check out the White Sulphur Springs and Spring Canyon websites for availability this summer, or start planning ahead for the fall and winter programs we offer at both conference centers. OUTLINE // Here are some of the topics Chris and Josh talk about: Chris shares his story, including a moment in his career in which his trajectory shifted from Army Special Forces to a calling to serve full time in Christian ministry. While deployed, Chris recounts a moment in Iraq when an encounter with a suicide bomber left a deep spiritual impact in his life. Chris gives insight into what he'll be talking about this summer at White Sulphur Springs Conference Center—a topic he calls “God Speaks.” How can someone know God’s will? Chris offers advice to listeners who might be asking that question about God right now. When it comes to relationships, Chris talks about different relationship stories from the Bible and what tell us about our faith—why does God bring certain relationships into our lives? Why do we tend to treat the ones we love the most the worst and what we can do to fix that? Chris is asked: If you could only take one of your books with you to a deserted island, which would you take and why? Answer: Faith in the Fog of War, vol.2 (daily devotions that Chris wrote while in combat)  Other books: Faith in the Fog of War, first edition Stumbling Souls: Is Love Enough? Is Love Wrong?: An Evangelical Christian encounters a Gay Activist Dating Basic Training Other resources Chris recommends: NET Bible The Bible Project "God's Word should be a primary diet in your life."

Chris Plekenpol continues our “Parables” sermon series with a message on Luke 10:25-37.

Chris Plekenpol continues our “Parables” sermon series with a message on Matthew 25:14-30.

Chris Plekenpol continues our “Parables” sermon series with a message on Matthew 25:1-13.

Chris Plekenpol continues our “Parables” sermon series with a message on Matthew 22:1-14.

Chris Plekenpol continues our “Parables” sermon series with a message on Matthew 18:21-35 and the parable of the servant’s debt.

Chris Plekenpol continues our “Parables” sermon series with a message on Matthew 18:21-35 and the parable of the servant’s debt.

The word “passion” in modern culture usually refers to romance novels or adult entertainment. However, the word passion was originally defined as the suffering of Jesus Christ as he went to the cross. Starting in Matthew 26, Chris Plekenpol and Phill Kwon will guide WBCC through what it meant for Jesus to go to the cross for Jesus, for his disciples, for their contemporaries, and for us. Chris starts the Matthew’s Passion series with a sermon on Matthew 26:1-16.

Chris Plekenpol concludes our series in the book of Ruth in his sermon titled “Ruth: Redemption” (Ruth 4:13-22)

Chris Plekenpol continues our series in the book of Ruth in his sermon titled “Ruth: Legacy” (Ruth 4:1-12)

Chris Plekenpol continues our series in the book of Ruth in his sermon titled “Ruth: Get Grit” (Ruth 3)

Chris Plekenpol continues our series centering on what it means to follow Jesus in his sermon titled “Follow Me: Leave Everything” (Luke 18: 18-30)

Chris Plekenpol continues our series centering on what it means to follow Jesus in his sermon titled “Follow Me: Leave Everything” (Luke 5: 27-32)

Chris Plekenpol continues our series centering on what it means to follow Jesus in his sermon titled “Follow Me: Contemplative vs Activist” (Luke 4:38-5:11)

Chris Plekenpol kicks off our series centering on what it means to follow Jesus in his sermon titled “Follow Me: Cost of Discipleship” (Matthew 8:18-22)

Chris Plekenpol continous our series centering on the book of Daniel in his sermon titled “Resolved: To Trust” (Daniel 6)

Chris Plekenpol continous our series centering on the book of Daniel in his sermon titled “Daniel: Resolved to Repent and not Repeat our Parents’ Sins” (Daniel 5)

Chris Plekenpol continues our series centering on the book of Daniel in his sermon titled “Resolved: Beyond Comfort” (Daniel 3)

Chris Plekenpol continues our series centering on the book of Daniel in his sermon titled “Daniel: Resolved Response” (Daniel 2:1-28)

Chris Plekenpol kicks off our series centering on the book of Daniel in his sermon titled “Daniel: Resolved” (Daniel 1:1-21)

Chris Plekenpol continues our series centering on the season of advent in his sermon titled “Advent: Fulfill Your Calling” (Luke 1:57-80)

Chris Plekenpol kicks off our series centering on the season of advent in his sermon titled “Advent: Myth or History” (Luke 1:1-4)

Chris Plekenpol concludes our series on making “margin” in our lives with this week’s sermon, titled “Margin

Chris Plekenpol continues our series on making “margin” in our lives with this week’s sermon, titled “Margin

Chris Plekenpol continues our series on making “margin” in our lives with this week’s sermon, titled “Margin

Chris Plekenpol continues our series on making “margin” in our lives with this week’s sermon, titled “Margin

Chris Plekenpol continues our series on making “margin” in our lives with this week’s sermon, titled “Margin

Chris Plekenpol continues our series on making “margin” in our lives with this week’s sermon, titled “Margin

Chris Plekenpol continues our series on making “margin” in our lives with this week’s sermon, titled “Margin

Chris Plekenpol continues our series on making “margin” in our lives with this week’s sermon, titled “Margin

Chris Plekenpol begins a new series on making “margin” in our lives with this week’s sermon, titled “Margin

Chris Plekenpol introduces a new series on making “margin” in our lives with this week’s sermon, titled “Margin

Chris Plekenpol continues our series on the book of Ephesians with this week’s sermon, titled “Equip the Saints

Chris Plekenpol continues our series on the book of Ephesians with this week’s sermon, titled “Equip the Saints