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Text: Hebrews 11:8–16Sermon Title: Living & Dying In FaithPreacher: Scott Byers ***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

People are becoming increasingly distrusting of others – even people in their own neighborhoods! Rev. Dr. Lucas Woodford joins Steph and Andy to talk about how the lack of trust in other people hurts our closest human relationships.   Bio: Rev. Dr. Lucas V. Woodford, (MDiv, STM, DMin), is President of the Minnesota South District of the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod and Associate Pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church, Farmington, MN. He is the author of Great Commission, Great Confusion, or Great Confession? (Wipf & Stock, 2012). He is co-author with Harold Senkbeil of Pastoral Leadership:  for the Care of Souls (2nd ed Lexham Press, 2021) and their book on contextual mission, The Culture of God's Word: Faithful Ministry in a Post-Christian Society is forthcoming from Lexham in Feb. 2026. He has written numerous articles published in The Lutheran Witness, Logia, and Seelsorger, including a monograph "What does this mean? Responding to Social Justice and Critical Race Theory" (2021).  Woodford is a member of the Board of Regents of Concordia University, St. Paul, MN. He has served as an adjunct instructor for Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN and the graduate school at The Institute of Lutheran Theology in Brookings, SD.  Dr. Woodford is a Fellow in the Collegium of DOXOLOGY: The Lutheran Center for Spiritual Care and Counsel, charged with research, writing, and speaking regarding the care of souls in the contemporary context. He frequently presents on matters related to soul care, missiology, marriage, sex and gender issues, as well as critical race theory. He is a husband to Becca and father to their seven children, five girls and two boys: Isabella (married to Zach), Thaddaeus, Aletheia, Ekklacia, Soteria, Titus, Basileia, and grandfather to Aurora.  Resources: Email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org LCMS Life Ministry: lcms.org/life LCMS Family Ministry: lcms.org/family  Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

Send us a textMost sermons that I have heard, including some that I have preached myself, that focus on Simon Peter tend to portray him as something of a buffoon. They present Simon Peter as a boaster and a blowhard. Peter, as the Gospels admit, said and did some foolish things. But that did not make him a fool. Nor was he a coward. The bravest thing that Simon Peter ever did is probably not what you think. Dr. John Koessler is an award-winning writer and retired faculty emeritus of Moody Bible Institute. John writes the Practical Theology column for Today in the Word and a monthly column on prayer for Mature Living. He is the author of 16 books. His latest book , When God is Silent, is published by Lexham Press. You can learn more about John at https://www.johnkoessler.com.

Text: Hebrews 11:1–7Sermon Title: Faith: Defined & DisplayedPreacher: Scott Byers ***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 10:26–39Preacher: Pete Johnson***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 10:19–25Sermon Title: Hold Fast to ChristPreacher: Scott Byers ***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 10:1–18Preacher: Scott Byers ***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 9:23–28Sermon Title: Between Two Advents Preacher: Scott Byers ***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Send us a textThe cure for Christmas melancholia is not, as a popular song tells us, that we “need a little Christmas right now.” Nor is it necessarily Puritan austerity or renunciation of all observance of Christmas. The cure, strange as it may seem, is good theology. Hi, this is John Koessler, jumping in before we start to let you know about a new book that would make a great gift for that person who loves both Christmas and reading. It's called Christmas Travelers, and it's a collection of reflections, essays, and poems about the birth of the Savior. It includes a number of beautiful color illustrations that make the hardcover or paperback a great gift for someone who cherishes the Advent and Christmas season, as well as for seekers who Dr. John Koessler is an award-winning writer and retired faculty emeritus of Moody Bible Institute. John writes the Practical Theology column for Today in the Word and a monthly column on prayer for Mature Living. He is the author of 16 books. His latest book , When God is Silent, is published by Lexham Press. You can learn more about John at https://www.johnkoessler.com.

Text: Hebrews 9:15–22Sermon Title: The Qualified Mediator Preacher: Paul Burr***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

In this episode, Dr. Harrison Perkins speaks about his new book A Penitent People: The Doctrine of Repentance (Christian Focus). Perkins brings the warmth of pastoral ministry together with the clarity of confessional Reformed theology. He explains that repentance is often misunderstood—as if it were a dreary duty or an entrance requirement for grace. Instead, Scripture presents repentance as a saving grace, a divine gift through which Christ frees his people from sin's enslaving power and draws them into renewed joy. Repentance is not the price we pay to come to Christ; it is the fruit of having already been brought to Him by the Spirit through faith. Together they explore key biblical passages (Psalm 51, Psalm 38, 2 Corinthians 7, Luke 3), the Reformed confessions, unhealthy distortions of penance, and the pastoral challenge of helping people see repentance not as a terror but as a mercy. Repentance doesn't merely involve feeling guilty—it involves embracing Christ, turning from sin, and tasting the joy that accompanies renewal. They also discuss what a repentant church culture looks like: a community marked by humility, honesty, grace, and a shared approach to the Lord's Table as those who come on equal footing—sinners saved by a gracious Redeemer. Harrison Perkins (PhD, Queen's University Belfast; MDiv, Westminster Seminary California) is the pastor of Oakland Hills Community Church in Farmington Hills, Michigan. He is the author of Reformed Covenant Theology: A Systematic Introduction (Lexham Press 2024), Catholicity and the Covenant of Works (Oxford University Press, 2020), Righteous by Design: Covenantal Merit and Adam's Original Integrity (2024), Created for Communion with God: The Promise of Genesis 1–2 (Lexham Press, 2025), and a number of popular and academic articles. He regularly writes articles for Heidelblog and Modern Reformation. Watch on YouTube Chapters 0:00:07 Introduction 0:10:03 Background to the Book 0:16:22 Reframing Our Understanding of Repentance 0:20:39 The Joy of Repentance 0:24:35 The Reformed Confessions on Repentance 0:37:17 Psalms 38 and 143 0:43:26 Bearing Fruit in Keeping with Repentance 0:48:15 Distinguishing Fruits of Repentance from Acts of Penance 0:53:28 Illustrations of Repentance 1:00:41 Exodus 24, Covenant, and the Repentant Community 1:06:45 Hope for Readers of This Book 1:12:06 Conclusion Participants: Camden Bucey, Harrison Perkins This is Christ the Center episode 936 (https://www.reformedforum.org/ctc936)

Text: Hebrews 9:11–14Sermon Title: But When Christ AppearedPreacher: Scott Byers ***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Send us a textI used to think that lullaby carols were odd. Why place so much emphasis on the baby Jesus? But this year, I began listening to Christmas carols in July in connection with a new book I was writing. I see them differently now. Hi, this is John Koessler, jumping in before we start to let you know about a new book that would make a great gift for that person who loves both Christmas and reading. It's called Christmas Travelers, and it's a collection of reflections, essays, and poems about the birth of the Savior. It includes a number of beautiful color illustrations that make the hardcover or paperback a great gift for someone who cherishes the Advent and Christmas season, as well as for seekers who Dr. John Koessler is an award-winning writer and retired faculty emeritus of Moody Bible Institute. John writes the Practical Theology column for Today in the Word and a monthly column on prayer for Mature Living. He is the author of 16 books. His latest book , When God is Silent, is published by Lexham Press. You can learn more about John at https://www.johnkoessler.com.

Text: Hebrews 9:1–10Sermon Title: A Heavenly Portrait of Holy Hospitality Preacher: Matthew Holmes ***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 8:1–13Sermon Title: The New Covenant: Shadows to RealityPreacher: Scott Byers ***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews (all)***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 7:20–28Sermon Title: Promised, Permanent, Perfect Preacher: Scott Byers ***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 7:11–19Sermon Title: Perfected for His Presence By the Permanent Priest Preacher: Matthew Holmes***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 7:1–10Sermon Title: Melchizedek & the Messiah (Pt 1)Preacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 6:9–20Sermon Title: AnchoredPreacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Now on video. Subscribe here: https://www.youtube.com/@ThisWeBelieveThis special season of This We Believe teaches Christians how to read the Bible like the early Church. It will examine the problems with modern approaches to readings scripture, how the wisdom of the early church can help Christians encounter the Glory of Jesus Christ in every book of the Bible, and practical steps we can all take to read the Bible along the same trajectory. This series can be viewed on its own, and as a companion to the book Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion https://a.co/d/0gUFUdnThis We Believe is brought to you by Lexham Press, publisher of Dr. Niebauer's book Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion. Four Mountains takes readers through the whole story of the Bible through its mountains, training readers to encounter scripture like the early Christians. Learn how God uses symbols like wood, water, and fire to stitch together the Old and New Testaments, and discover how these symbols draw us up into the very life of Christ. Four Mountains can be read by individuals or as part of church Bible studies and Christian education classes. Right now, you can receive a special discount on Four Mountains through this link: Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion - Lexham Press If you would like connect further, please visit us: Facebook: @ThisWeBelievepodcastTwitter: @We_Believe_PodE-mail: Thiswebelievepodcast@gmail.com

Text: Hebrews 6:1–8Sermon Title: The Antidote to Apostasy Preacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 5:11–14Preacher: Justin Wevers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 5:1–10Preacher: Justin Wevers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

In his book, The Body God Gives: A Biblical Response to Transgender Theory, Dr. Robert S. Smith offers a biblically grounded critique of transgender theory's central claim that there is no inherent connection between the sexed body and the gendered self. In this episode, he joins Dr. Keith Plummer to discuss how he came to be interested in this subject; some of the factors that have led to the current confusion about the relationship between biological sex and gender; and what biblical revelation reveals about the significance of embodiment for sexuality, marriage, and personal identity. Courtesy of Lexham Press, we have a copy of The Body God Gives to give away to one of our listeners. The giveaway closes September 15, and you can enter here: https://faithtruthmedia.com/the-body-god-gives. Defragmenting listeners can also purchase a copy for 30% off (with free shipping!) through October 1. Listen for details.

How can war stories, farming proverbs, and strange visions draw you closer to Jesus? In Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion, Michael Niebauer shows how to see the Bible's big story and meet with God in his word. Four mountain-top encounters with God (Eden, Sinai, Tabor, and Zion) unify the Bible's grand story. The earliest Christians read Scripture with attentiveness to symbols and images like mountains and trees. Learning this method of reading helps us connect seemingly disparate stories and encounter God in his word. Gospel-rich, and Scripture-saturated, Four Mountains reveals how we can see Jesus on every page. Open my eyes that I may see the wondrous things of your law. --Psalm 119:18 (New Coverdale Psalter) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

How can war stories, farming proverbs, and strange visions draw you closer to Jesus? In Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion, Michael Niebauer shows how to see the Bible's big story and meet with God in his word. Four mountain-top encounters with God (Eden, Sinai, Tabor, and Zion) unify the Bible's grand story. The earliest Christians read Scripture with attentiveness to symbols and images like mountains and trees. Learning this method of reading helps us connect seemingly disparate stories and encounter God in his word. Gospel-rich, and Scripture-saturated, Four Mountains reveals how we can see Jesus on every page. Open my eyes that I may see the wondrous things of your law. --Psalm 119:18 (New Coverdale Psalter) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/religion

How can war stories, farming proverbs, and strange visions draw you closer to Jesus? In Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion, Michael Niebauer shows how to see the Bible's big story and meet with God in his word. Four mountain-top encounters with God (Eden, Sinai, Tabor, and Zion) unify the Bible's grand story. The earliest Christians read Scripture with attentiveness to symbols and images like mountains and trees. Learning this method of reading helps us connect seemingly disparate stories and encounter God in his word. Gospel-rich, and Scripture-saturated, Four Mountains reveals how we can see Jesus on every page. Open my eyes that I may see the wondrous things of your law. --Psalm 119:18 (New Coverdale Psalter) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/biblical-studies

How can war stories, farming proverbs, and strange visions draw you closer to Jesus? In Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion, Michael Niebauer shows how to see the Bible's big story and meet with God in his word. Four mountain-top encounters with God (Eden, Sinai, Tabor, and Zion) unify the Bible's grand story. The earliest Christians read Scripture with attentiveness to symbols and images like mountains and trees. Learning this method of reading helps us connect seemingly disparate stories and encounter God in his word. Gospel-rich, and Scripture-saturated, Four Mountains reveals how we can see Jesus on every page. Open my eyes that I may see the wondrous things of your law. --Psalm 119:18 (New Coverdale Psalter) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/christian-studies

Send us a textI have heard more than one Christian express reservations about what we can look forward to in the age to come. What is it about Heaven that makes some of us nervous? John Koessler's latest book, On Things Above: The Earthly Importance of Heavenly Reality, is now available. You can get it from Amazon. Dr. John Koessler is an award-winning writer and retired faculty emeritus of Moody Bible Institute. John writes the Practical Theology column for Today in the Word and a monthly column on prayer for Mature Living. He is the author of 16 books. His latest book , When God is Silent, is published by Lexham Press. You can learn more about John at https://www.johnkoessler.com.

In these special episodes, Dr Niebauer discusses how the early Christians read scripture, and how his new book, Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion can help both new and mature Christians read the Bible in a similar manner. Available here: https://a.co/d/9F3FjzC If your church wants to use Four Mountains for a Bible study, visit http://michaelniebauer.com for discussion guides and to set up a zoom discussion with the author. This We Believe is brought to you by Lexham Press, publisher of Dr. Niebauer's forthcoming book Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion. Four Mountains takes readers through the whole story of the Bible through its mountains, training readers to encounter scripture like the early Christians. Learn how God uses symbols like wood, water, and fire to stitch together the Old and New Testaments, and discover how these symbols draw us up into the very life of Christ. Four Mountains can be read by individuals or as part of church Bible studies and Christian education classes. Right now, you can receive a special pre-order discount of Four Mountains through this link: Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion - Lexham Press If you would like connect further, please visit us: Facebook: @ThisWeBelievepodcastTwitter: @We_Believe_PodE-mail: Thiswebelievepodcast@gmail.com

Derek Rishmawy, Alastair Roberts, and Brad East discuss why so many Christians today feel stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed by the idea of “calling.” They examine how the biblical and Reformation doctrine of vocation has been reshaped by modern expectations of career, identity, and fulfillment—and how to recover a clearer, more grounded view of vocation rooted in community, providence, and everyday faithfulness. A Mere Orthodoxy Podcast Sponsor This episode is brought to you by Lexham Press, featuring The Foremost Problems in Contemporary Dogmatics by Herman Bavinck. These newly translated lectures explore faith in the modern world with Bavinck's signature depth and clarity. Mere Fidelity listeners receive 40% off at lexhampress.com/merefidelity. Key Idea Vocation isn't about finding the perfect, fulfilling job. It's about using your gifts to serve others and glorify God in the ordinary responsibilities of life. Chapters 0:00 Introduction and sponsor 2:00 Why calling feels confusing today 4:30 When vocation becomes careerism 6:30 Community and the biblical view of calling 8:30 The myth of the perfect job 11:00 Deep gladness and daily responsibility 13:00 The idol of work and career fulfillment 16:00 Gifts for the good of others 18:30 The human calling in Genesis 21:00 Male and female in shared vocation 24:00 Why we need a deflated view of calling 26:30 Dignity in ordinary work 29:00 Vocation for all kinds of people Resources Mentioned The Foremost Problems in Contemporary Dogmatics – Herman Bavinck (Lexham Press) Frederick Buechner: “The place God calls you to is the place where your deep gladness and the world's deep hunger meet.”  

Brittany Allen is wife to James and mama to two boys and three babies in heaven. She never meant to become a writer, but somehow, she's been writing for over a decade. She's also an author, aspiring poet, and sometimes speaker. Her book Lost Gifts: Miscarriage, Grief, and the God of All Comfort will be released July 23, 2025, with Lexham Press.

Text: Hebrews 4:14–16Sermon Title: The Throne of GracePreacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

In this rich theological conversation, Camden Bucey welcomes Dr. Harrison Perkins—pastor, scholar, and author—to discuss his two latest books: Righteous by Design: Covenantal Merit and Adam's Original Integrity (Christian Focus) and Created for Communion with God: The Promise of Genesis 1–2 (Lexham Press). Together, they explore foundational Reformed doctrines related to covenant theology, the image of God, and the eschatological purpose embedded in creation itself. Dr. Perkins offers historical and systematic clarity on the oft-debated notion of merit in the covenant of works, contrasting Reformed and Roman Catholic anthropologies. He also unpacks the pastoral dimensions of humanity's creation for communion with God, showing how Genesis 1–2 serves not merely as a record of origins, but as a divine love letter calling God's people into eternal fellowship. Whether you're a pastor, scholar, or thoughtful layperson, this episode provides deep insight into how theology—rooted in Scripture and the Reformed tradition—shapes our understanding of God, humanity, and the gospel of Jesus Christ. Watch on YouTube Chapters 00:00:07 Introduction 00:09:06 The Origin of Each Book 00:18:03 Genesis 1–2 Draws Us into Communion with God 00:20:58 The Theme of Beauty 00:24:39 Original Righteousness 00:32:34 Natural Man's Ability 00:47:00 Concupiscence 00:56:01 Concepts of Merit 01:07:18 Communion with Other Image Bearers 01:15:22 Conclusion

Text: Hebrews 4:12–13Sermon Title: The Living & Active WordPreacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 4:1–13Sermon Title: The True & Better Rest (Pt. 2)Preacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

What are the vows that we make before God, and how are they different from the promises and pledges we make in the world? What do the promises we make to others tell us about promises we make to God? This episode discusses the teaching of Jesus regarding speech in the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:33-37). This We Believe is brought to you by Lexham Press, publisher of Dr. Niebauer's forthcoming book Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion. Four Mountains takes readers through the whole story of the Bible through its mountains, training readers to encounter scripture like the early Christians. Learn how God uses symbols like wood, water, and fire to stitch together the Old and New Testaments, and discover how these symbols draw us up into the very life of Christ. Four Mountains can be read by individuals or as part of church Bible studies and Christian education classes. Right now, you can receive a special pre-order discount of Four Mountains through this link: Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion - Lexham Press If you would like connect further, please visit us: Facebook: @ThisWeBelievepodcastTwitter: @We_Believe_PodE-mail: Thiswebelievepodcast@gmail.com

Text: Hebrews 3:7–19Sermon Title: The True & Better Rest (Pt. I) Preacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 3:1–6Sermon Title: The True & Better MosesPreacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

The good news of Jesus includes his life, death, resurrection, and future return—but what about his ascension? Though often neglected or misunderstood, the ascension is integral to the gospel. In The Ascension of Christ: Recovering a Neglected Doctrine (Lexham Press), Patrick Schreiner argues that Jesus' work would be incomplete without his ascent to God's right hand. Not only a key moment in the gospel story, Jesus' ascension was necessary for his present ministry in and through the church. Schreiner argues that Jesus' residence in heaven marks a turning point in his three-fold offices of prophet, priest, and king. As prophet, Jesus builds the church and its witness. As priest, he intercedes before the Father. As king, he rules over all. A full appreciation of the ascension is essential for understanding the Bible, Christian doctrine, and Christ's ongoing work in the world. Dr. Patrick Schreiner is Associate Professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the author of The Kingdom of God and the Glory of the Cross and Matthew, Disciple and Scribe. Twitter: @pj_schreiner Jonathan Wright is a PhD student in New Testament at Midwestern Baptist theological seminary. He holds an MDiv from The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a ThM from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and can be reached at jonrichwright@gmail.com, on Twitter @jonrichwright, or jonathanrichardwright.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Send us a textWhen Jesus called the two disciples on the Emmaus Road "slow to believe," he was describing many of us as well. The disciples' struggle to believe provides insight into our own slow faith. Dr. John Koessler is an award-winning writer and retired faculty emeritus of Moody Bible Institute. John writes the Practical Theology column for Today in the Word and a monthly column on prayer for Mature Living. He is the author of 16 books. His latest book , When God is Silent, is published by Lexham Press. You can learn more about John at https://www.johnkoessler.com.

Text: Hebrews 2:10–18Sermon Title: The Death of DeathPreacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 2:5–9Sermon Title: Jesus: The True & Better AdamPreacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Text: Hebrews 2:1–4Preacher: Matthew Holmes***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

What is the relationship between adultery and the ways in which we gaze upon the images of other human beings? Why does Jesus only permit divorce in the case of sexual immorality? When, if ever, is remarriage allowed after divorce? This episode continues our series on the sermon on the mount by discussing Jesus' teaching on adultery and divorce in Matthew 5: 27-32. This We Believe is brought to you by Lexham Press, publisher of Dr. Niebauer's forthcoming book Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion. Four Mountains takes readers through the whole story of the Bible through its mountains, training readers to encounter scripture like the early Christians. Learn how God uses symbols like wood, water, and fire to stitch together the Old and New Testaments, and discover how these symbols draw us up into the very life of Christ. Four Mountains can be read by individuals or as part of church Bible studies and Christian education classes. Right now, you can receive a special pre-order discount of Four Mountains through this link: Four Mountains: Encountering God in the Bible from Eden to Zion - Lexham Press If you would like connect further, please visit us: Facebook: @ThisWeBelievepodcastTwitter: @We_Believe_PodE-mail: Thiswebelievepodcast@gmail.com

Text: Hebrews 1:5–14Preacher: Scott Byers***Hebrews Series Resources***Primary Commentaries:Schreiner, Thomas R. Hebrews: Evangelical Biblical Theology Commentary. EBTC. Lexham Press, 2020.Mohler, R. Albert Jr. Exalting Jesus in Hebrews. CCE. Broadman & Holman, 2017.Devotional/Further Study:Kruger, Michael J. Hebrews For You. GWFY. The Good Book Company, 2021.To learn more about Gospel Life Church visit www.gospellifemn.org.

Send us a text Shakespeare called death “the undiscovered country.” But its environs may be more familiar than we think.  The landscape of the undiscovered country is not as alien as we thought. Nor do we have to wait until we pass through the gates of death to catch a glimpse of its powers. In fact, if we take Scripture at its word, all those who are in Christ are already in residence there in some mysterious sense. Today's topic reflects the theme of John's latest book, On Things Above: The Earthly Importance of Heavenly Reality. You can order it now from Amazon. Dr. John Koessler is an award-winning writer and retired faculty emeritus of Moody Bible Institute. John writes the Practical Theology column for Today in the Word and a monthly column on prayer for Mature Living. He is the author of 16 books. His latest book , When God is Silent, is published by Lexham Press. You can learn more about John at https://www.johnkoessler.com.

This week on A History of Christian Theology Chad sits down with Dr. Simon P. Kennedy to talk about his latest book "Against Worldview: Reimagining Christian Formation as Growth in Wisdom" with Lexham Press. Their conversation focuses on why evangelicals talk so much about worldview, what it is, why it's important, Dr Kennedy's critiques, and his suggestions on how we might want to reframe our view of or approach to it. Dr. Kennedy is both a research fellow at the University of Queensland and a non-resident fellow at the Danube Institute as well as teaching at numerous institutes like Lachlan Macquarie Institute and Queensland Theological College. We're very thankful to Dr. Kennedy for his time and to Lexham Press for sending us a copy of his book, be sure to check it out below!Buy "Against Worldview"Subscribe to out Patreontwitter: @theologyxianFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/ahistoryofchristiantheology

In this episode of the Expositors Collective Podcast, Mike Neglia speaks with Dr. Wayne Baxter, Associate Professor of New Testament and Greek at Heritage College & Seminary in Cambridge, Ontario. With a Ph.D. in Early Christianity from McMaster University and an M.Div. from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, Wayne combines academic expertise with years of pastoral experience, having served churches in Windsor, Ottawa, and Toronto. He's the author of several books, including Preparing Sermons from the Page to the Pulpit: Exegesis to Exposition in Seven Steps, a practical guide to sermon preparation. Wayne shares his journey from a non-church background to full-time ministry, reflecting on how his preaching has evolved from being overly technical to more accessible and engaging. He emphasizes the importance of situating Scripture within its broader context (co-text) and how this approach strengthens sermon preparation. Wayne also shares insights into sermon rehearsal, creative illustrations, and connecting Scripture to the daily lives of congregants. Mike and Wayne discuss the challenges of itinerant preaching, the state of expository preaching today, and how pastors can balance theological depth with relevant application. Wayne's heartfelt hope is that his book will bridge the gap between biblical study and impactful preaching, equipping pastors and seminarians to proclaim God's Word faithfully. Whether you're a seasoned preacher or just beginning your journey, this episode is packed with practical tools and encouragement to help you grow in your craft. Links:  9 Marks Application Grid: https://simeontrust.org/application-grid-9marks/  30 Day Shred: https://www.bible.com/reading-plans/13745-30-day-shred John Houseman: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0002144/ Philip Nation on how to be a good guest preacher: https://cgnmedia.org/podcast/expositors-collective/episode/how-to-be-a-good-guest-speaker-how-much-you-should-tell-your-kids-about-church-drama-and-so-much-more Wayne teaches at Heritage College & Seminary  https://discoverheritage.ca/  You can find his book (and other Lexham Press authors who have been on the show here: https://lexhampress.com/Expositors ---- For information about our upcoming training events visit ExpositorsCollective.com  The Expositors Collective podcast is part of the CGNMedia, Working together to proclaim the Gospel, make disciples, and plant churches. For more content like this, visit https://cgnmedia.org/ Join our private Facebook group to continue the conversation: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ExpositorsCollective Donate to support the work of Expositors Collective, in person training events and a free weekly podcast: https://cgn.churchcenter.com/giving/to/expositors-collective