Podcasts about gospel witness

Introducing Credible Witness, a new podcast produced by Mark Labberton and the Rethinking Church Initiative. In this episode of Conversing, Mark features the full premiere episode of Credible Witness, and is joined by host Nikki Toyama-Szeto and historian Jemar Tisby. Exploring how Christian witness to the gospel of Christ has become compromised—and what might restore its credibility. Reflecting on five years of candid, challenging conversation among diverse Christian leaders during the wake of George Floyd's murder and rising Christian nationalism, the three discuss the soul-searching, disillusionment, and hope that emerged. Together, they examine the cultural fractures, theological tensions, and moral failures that have pushed many to extremes, elevating strident voices as an increased number of people to leave the church. They articulate the mission and vision of Credible Witness, testify to a persistent hope in Jesus and the power of honest community, face painful truths, and imagine a church that more truly reflects the love, justice, and mercy of God. Key Moments “We absolutely get that… but we're still on board with Jesus. And Jesus has always been with us and hasn't left us.” “This isn't about leaving Jesus. This is about following Jesus.” “We've got a better story to tell.” “It was the church that was putting the church at risk.” “The church has a reputation in the United States… and not a good one by and large.” About the Guests Nikki Toyama-Szeto is the host of Credible Witness, and is executive director of Christians for Social Action, equipping the church to pursue justice and follow Jesus in the tension of our times. Jemar Tisby is the author of The Color of Compromise and How to Fight Racism, and founder of The Witness: A Black Christian Collective. He is the host of Pass the Mic. Show Notes “This isn't about leaving Jesus. This is about following Jesus.” —Jemar Tisby Nikki introduces Credible Witness as a space for honest stories of faith amid moral complexity and social tension Mark recalls the origins of the conversation in summer 2020: COVID-19, George Floyd, church division, and racial injustice Jemar Tisby clarifies the mission for imagining a more credible Christian witness Nikki reflects on trust-building in a space that welcomed “tricky truths” and honesty without pretense The group's five-year journey begins as a short experiment but grows into a lasting community of deep discernment “We weren't trying to replicate any harm.” —Jemar Tisby The group names white Christian nationalism and silence on injustice as threats to the church's credibility Ephesians 2 and the power of “coming together of the unlikes” as a witness to the resurrection “It was the church that was putting the gospel at risk.” —Mark Labberton Nikki explains how church neutrality began to speak volumes: “Choosing silence was actually a loud voice.” Discussion on the failure of integrity: “Too many things in isolation” eroded credibility Jemar highlights story as central to public theology: “We've got a better story to tell.” The group wrestles with algorithmic distortion and toxic digital narratives shaping Christian identity “Not just message, but embodiment”: The church's credibility depends on lived ethics, not just theological claims Mark emphasizes self-examination: “Are we credible?” Dissonance and disagreement as gifts: “What kept people in the room was the gift of dissonance.” —Nikki Toyama-Szeto Jemar recalls moments of tension over how to prioritize justice issues while remaining unified in Christ The group's diversity as a deliberate strategy: different traditions, backgrounds, and responsibilities within the church Nikki names divine timing: the conversation is more urgent now than when it began “We're not all supposed to be the same... That's how everything gets covered.” —Jemar Tisby Mark frames the church's failure as internal implosion—not external threat “Why is the church seemingly so unchanged?” —Mark Labberton Nikki describes how marginalized voices carry wisdom for the way forward Jemar articulates the podcast's goal: a mirror and a window for listeners to see both themselves and the larger church Nikki closes with an invitation to slow down and listen generously: “Pull up a chair...” Production Credits Conversing is produced and distributed in partnership with Comment Magazine and Fuller Seminary.

Welcome to The Daily, where we study the Bible verse by verse, chapter by chapter, every day. Thank you for joining me today and following us throughout Project 23. If you would like to learn more about this project, click the link to discover more and partner with us. Our text today is Mark 13:9-13: “But be on your guard. For they will deliver you over to councils, and you will be beaten in synagogues, and you will stand before governors and kings for my sake, to bear witness before them. And the gospel must first be proclaimed to all nations. And when they bring you to trial and deliver you over, do not be anxious beforehand what you are to say, but say whatever is given you in that hour, for it is not you who speak, but the Holy Spirit. And brother will deliver brother over to death, and the father his child, and children will rise against parents and have them put to death. And you will be hated by all for my name's sake. But the one who endures to the end will be saved. — Mark 13:9-13 I love Jesus. He never sugarcoats the future. He's just warned of false teachers, wars, famines, and earthquakes. Now it gets even more personal. He tells his disciples, You will be handed over. Beaten. Betrayed. Hated. Not for doing wrong, but for following him. And that's the sobering truth. Persecution isn't a sign the plan is failing. It's an integral part of the plan. But notice how Jesus frames it. Yes, they'll suffer. But they will also stand before kings and councils to bear witness. Their trials become testimonies. Their pain becomes a platform. And Jesus promises something else. When you're called to speak, don't panic. The Holy Spirit will give you the words. You don't have to be polished. You have to be present and obedient. We often associate following Jesus with peace and blessing. And it is—sometimes. But it also comes with tension. Misunderstanding. Conflict. Sometimes even suffering. And when it comes, don't be surprised, my friend. Be faithful. This isn't failure. It's faithful obedience in a hostile world. Jesus never promised popularity or peace in this world. He promised his presence. He promised the Holy Spirit would show up. And he promised endurance would be rewarded. So, whether you're facing resistance at work, tension at home, or isolation due to your beliefs, stay faithful. The gospel must advance through your life in the persecution, even when it costs you something. #EndureInFaith, #Mark13, #PersecutionAndPurpose ASK THIS: Why does Jesus say “be on your guard”? How has your faith ever brought friction with others? What's the difference between panic and Spirit-led boldness? What does it look like for you to endure to the end? DO THIS: Pray for boldness today. Then look for a simple opportunity to speak truth, show love, or represent Christ—especially when it's uncomfortable. PRAY THIS: Lord, help me be faithful when it's costly. Speak through me when I feel weak. Use my life—even in trial—to proclaim your gospel. Amen. PLAY THIS: “Holy Spirit.”

Listen to Pastor Marc preach from Mark 15:42-16:8, observing how we are called to believe, and bear, witness to the resurrection of Christ.

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An episode from Lukfata Baptist Church, a conservative, independent body of King James Bible believers located in Broken Bow, Oklahoma. The mission of Lukfata Baptist Church is to be obedient to the words of Christ who is the head of the church and commands us to “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost:  Teaching themto observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world.”  (Matthew 28:19, 20) Lukfata Baptist Church (LBC) believes in sending the message of the gospel into all the world (Mk. 16:15).  When we're unable to take the gospel to foreign lands personally, we can help send those who go in our place.  LBC maintains a missionary zeal, and we are excited to be partnered together with those families who are bringing the life-giving message of the gospel to the furthest corners of the globe. You may write to LBC at: Lukfata Baptist Church1444 Lukfata Church Rd,Broken Bow, OK 74728Our video messages are also available for you at the following locations:YouTube-⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@lukfatabaptistchurch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook -⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/LukfataBaptist⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Be sure to Subscribe to our channel and/or Like and Follow LBC on Facebook so that you will be notified the next time we are live! Have A Blessed Day  The KJV Bible Preaching Churches Podcast is directly supported by Doss Metrics LLC | Ministry Services based out of Cleveland Texas. If you have any questionsregarding this podcast, or the churches hosted on the podcast, please reach out to us directly at⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠dossmetrics@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or write to us at: Doss Metrics | KJV Bible Preaching Churches Podcast1451 McBride Rd.Cleveland, TX 77328 God Bless#LukfataBaptistChurch #PastorChipPinkerton #KingJamesPreaching #Churches #PreachingPodcast

In this sermon, Bryan Brammer preaches from Acts 18:1-17 as we look at what our expectations should be as followers of Jesus.

Colossians teaches us that the gospel is not simply a one-time message that get us into heaven or a safety net from hell that we place upon the footnote of our lives. The gospel is a good message of the supremacy of Jesus that saves us, sustains us, and sanctifies us to the very end when we know it, believe it, and apply it to our everyday lives. Colossians shows us how the gospel of Jesus Christ affects and redeems every single aspect of our lives and, when applied, causes us to be growing in the gospel until Jesus comes back again. Join us as we continue Growing in the Gospel together through our study in Colossians this Winter!

Devoted Disciples Tell of God's Gospel: Witness by Christ Community Church of Magnolia

C.T. Studd once said, "If Jesus Christ be God, and He died for me, no sacrifice I make would be too great to make for Him . . . Only one life, twill soon be past, only what's done for Christ will last."

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Wesley Vander Lugt is a pastor, theologian, writer, and arts advocate. He teaches theology and directs the Leighton Ford Center for Theology, the Arts and Gospel Witness at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Charlotte North Carolina. Wes holds a PhD in Theology, Imagination and the Arts from the University of St Andrews, and his latest books are Beauty is Oxygen: Finding a Faith that Breathes and the forthcoming A Prophet in the Darkness: Exploring Theology in the Art of Georges Rouault.In my conversation with Wes, we discuss his latest book Beauty Is Oxygen and the role beauty plays in our experiences of wonder. This episode is sponsored by The Breath and The Clay Creative Arts Organization, exploring the intersections of art, faith and culture. Our next gathering is March 21-23 in Winston Salem, NC. and features a diverse roster of presenters and performers, including Sho Baraka, Amanda Cook, John Mark McMillan, and many others. Tickets are on sale now at thebreathandtheclay.com

Episode 104 of Victory Vision is an interview with Jacob Fleming of Lancaster Baptist Church that focuses on being a gospel witness.

Acts 21:27-22:22 / Pastor Roy Shinn

2 Corinthians 5:11-21 - Lawson Harlow

Pastor Nate brings the message, "The Character of a Gospel Witness” from 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12.  One of the greatest blessings that God gives us is the privilege of sharing the Gospel with non-Christians.  It's a joyful moment knowing that God is very specifically using that moment for His glory.  As we long to practice evangelism more and more, Paul shows us four important lessons for being a Gospel Witness.

Join the Sanderlin family as they dive into a year of full immersion in France, learning the language and living out their faith in a public school setting. Hear how God used their experience to prepare them for missions in Cameroon and open doors for the gospel. This episode will challenge you to immerse yourself fully in God's calling, wherever He leads.If you have your own unique story of gospel advance or if you sense God leading you toward a particular people group, we'd love to hear about it. Even if it's just a sentence or two, share what God is doing in an email to gomission@theegeneration.org.GoMission, hosted by Mark Gillmore, is a monthly, missions-focused program designed to expose young people to the people, stories, and opportunities happening across the globe in the world's harvest fields. If you've been encouraged by this podcast, please take the time to give us a five-star rating and write a brief review. That would help tremendously in getting the word out and raising the visibility of the Thee Generation for others. For more faith inspiring resources and information about joining Thee Generation, please visit theegeneration.org.

In this breakout session from TGC's 2023 National Conference, a panel featuring Vincent Bacote, Steve DeWitt, John Dickson, and Phil Ryken considers how race, sex, politics, and social media are tearing evangelical communities apart. They reflect on what pastors, teachers, and other Christian leaders can do to restore true Christian fellowship and empower effective gospel witness that is faithful to Scripture and relevant to culture.They discuss:Challenges in the evangelical churchThe church's reputation and loyaltyWhat it means to live in a post-Christian societyThe need for pastoral resilienceThe term "evangelical" and its usefulness in the broader worldEducational decisions for Christian familiesPolitical emphasis in the church and the need for discernment

“Faithful Citizens” Philippians 1:27-30 September 1, 2024  Pastor Nathan Currey  Sermon Application [file]   ----more----  Philippians 1:27 Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel, 28 and not frightened in anything by your opponents. This is a clear sign to them of their destruction, but of your salvation, and that from God. 29 For it has been granted to you that for the sake of Christ you should not only believe in him but also suffer for his sake, 30 engaged in the same conflict that you saw I had and now hear that I still have As citizens of heaven, we constantly face opposition from this world. A gospel battle formation is essential in this conflict.     •   Firmly Devoted to Gospel Truth 27         •   Fiercely United in Gospel Witness 27         •   Brazenly Fearless in Gospel Opposition 28         •   Believing and Suffering by Free Grace 29-30

Grace Church Speaker • Selected Scriptures • Bryan Tahmisian Sermon Notes (DOC)

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Dr. Howell talks with Wesley Vander Lugt, author of Beauty is Oxygen: Finding a Faith that Breathes, about how beauty can revitalize our souls and offer us hope. A pastor and theologian, Vander Lugt is the acting director of the Leighton Ford Center for Theology, the Arts, and Gospel Witness and Adjunct Professor of Theology at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary. He holds a PhD in Theology, Imagination, and the Arts from the University of St. Andrews.

Wesley Vander Lugt  is a pastor, theologian, writer, teacher, nonprofit leader, and arts advocate with a passion for beauty, slowness, cultivation, and kinship. He currently works as the Acting Director of the Leighton Ford Center for Theology, the Arts, and Gospel Witness and is Adjunct Professor of Theology at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary in Charlotte. He is also the Co-Founder of Kinship Plot, a community of learning and practice imagining and embodying resonant relationships of every kind. His new book is Beauty Is Oxygen: Finding a Faith that Breathes. In this episode, Wes and Jonathan Rogers discuss just how necessary beauty is.Support the show: https://therabbitroom.givingfuel.com/memberSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Acts 8:1-25 / Pastor Roy Shinn

Message preached at Grace Family Church, Caymanas Estate, Jamaica, by Sheldon Campbell on May 12, 2024. "The gospel of Jesus Christ saves all kinds of people, reaching everyone from the privileged and the oppressed to God-fearers and former oppressors."

While the issues at the front and center of American politics in 2024 are different from those that the religious leaders highlighted during Jesus' day, they certainly aren't any less contentious. In this week's message from Mark 12, Pastor Bryan shows us how Jesus navigated stormy political waters with grace—and how we can do the same. When we recognize that it should be our faith that drives our politics (and not the other way around), we can then approach the upcoming election season in a way that honors both God and other people. Message originally given on 5/12/24 at Summit Church in Raleigh, NC

While the issues at the front and center of American politics in 2024 are different from those that the religious leaders highlighted during Jesus' day, they certainly aren't any less contentious. In this week's message from Mark 12, Pastor Bryan shows us how Jesus navigated stormy political waters with grace—and how we can do the same. When we recognize that it should be our faith that drives our politics (and not the other way around), we can then approach the upcoming election season in a way that honors both God and other people.

Main Point: Guard the priority of the gospel by keeping your hope undivided and your conduct godly

Join Sam Fornecker for a chat with David Gustafson (Chair of Mission and Evangelism at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School). Drawing on insight's from David's book, Gospel Witness through the Ages (Eerdman's, 2022), this conversation focuses on how Christians can learn to fulfill our charge to "do the work of an evangelist" (2 Tim. 4:5) by learning from the evangelistic strengths—and weaknesses—of the Church throughout the ages.

Bible Study Don't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon: . Sermon Outline One Charge (v.2 — "Preach the word!") ... urgently ... relevantly ... patiently ... intelligently Two Worlds The world that is coming (v.1) The world that is passing away (v.3–5) Three Victories Desertion (v.9) Treachery (v.14) Abandonment (v.16) Application Questions How would Timothy have understood Paul's command to "preach the word"? What characterizes the kind of preaching Paul has in mind? How does that apply to you? To our church family at St Andrew's? What does it mean to have "itching ears" (v.3)? How is Timothy to respond to this situation? Why does Paul anticipate so keenly the return of Christ (v.8)? Do you look forward to Christ's return? (See v.8 and v.18.) In what ways did the gospel prevail despite great opposition? Where does the gospel go forward today in conditions of great hardship? How you are engaged with Christians enduring hardship, persecution, or opposition for Christ's sake? Select Resources Consulted Andreas Kösterberger, 1–2 Timothy (Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary, 2021) John Stott, The Message of 2 Timothy (The Bible Speaks Today, IVP 2021) Handley Moule, The Second Epistle to Timothy (London, 1906) Glen Scrivener, The Air We Breathe: How We All Came to Believe in Freedom, Kindness, Progress, and Equality (The Good Book Co., 2022) David Gustafson, Gospel Witness through the Ages: A History of Evangelism (Eerdman's, 2022)

An Introduction- Overview of the Gospel Witness

An Introduction: Overview of the Gospel Witness

In the wake of the recent attack on Israel by Hamas, and the Israeli response, we consider the religious roots of anti-Semitism and conflict with Israel. We also discuss the eschatological goal of Islam to conquer the earth, and the difference between a reformational approach and the historic doctrinal assumptions and commitments towards Israel from dispensational theology. Learn more about the Christian response to the Islamic worldview in Joe Boot’s book, Gospel Witness. Register for the upcoming Mission of God conferences in the UK and Canada.

In this episode, we speak with equipping evangelist Cory McKenna of The Cross Current, to review how the last three years of lockdowns and isolation have affected the work of relational ministry, the centrality of the local church, the work of discipling those who have not grown up in the church, and the spiritual hunger that people have felt in a season where we have been told to fear and avoid our neighbour. Get Joe Boot’s book, Gospel Witness, at Ezra Press. Find out more about the work of The Cross Current.

In this episode, we speak with equipping evangelist Cory McKenna of The Cross Current, to review how the last three years of lockdowns and isolation have affected the work of relational ministry, the centrality of the local church, the work of discipling those who have not grown up in the church, and the spiritual hunger that people have felt in a season where we have been told to fear and avoid our neighbour.

In this episode, we speak with equipping evangelist Cory McKenna of The Cross Current, to review how the last three years of lockdowns and isolation have affected the work of relational ministry, the centrality of the local church, the work of discipling those who have not grown up in the church, and the spiritual hunger that people have felt in a season where we have been told to fear and avoid our neighbour.

In this episode, we speak with equipping evangelist Cory McKenna of The Cross Current, to review how the last three years of lockdowns and isolation have affected the work of relational ministry, the centrality of the local church, the work of discipling those who have not grown up in the church, and the spiritual hunger that people have felt in a season where we have been told to fear and avoid our neighbour.

Unleashing Bold Gospel Witness By Peter And Patience