Podcasts about pastor nic

In this episode, Pastor Nic and Pastor Mike discuss the Holy Spirit's role in Christianity and how the Holy Spirit functions as a distinct person within the Trinity who empowers believers to live Christian lives. They tackle controversial topics like denominational differences, the baptism of the Holy Spirit, and how believers can "hear God's voice." Throughout, they maintain that the Holy Spirit brings vitality to faith by connecting believers to God's power, enabling them to resist worldly desires, and equipping them to serve one another in community. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

At this Engage & Equip: LIVE event, we heard from Pastor Nic about what it means to be a "sticky" church and discussed steps we can take to build an atmosphere where newcomers want to come back and "stick around". Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

This week, Pastor Nic is joined by Dr. Greg Scharf, former chair of preaching and homiletics at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, as they discuss the biblical nature of pastoral ministry. Dr. Scharf unpacks the interchangeable New Testament terms of elder, overseer, and pastor, explaining how these roles overlap in Scripture despite later church traditions creating hierarchical distinctions. They go into the practical duties of church elders (feeding the flock through teaching, prayer, discipleship, and visitation), qualifications for eldership, how churches should develop and train potential leaders, and the relationship between congregational authority and external accountability structures. Dr. Scharf shares wisdom from his decades of pastoral experience, including a successful two-year elder training program he developed, recommended resources for spiritual development, and insights on current challenges facing pastors in today's divisive cultural climate. This episode offers valuable biblical and practical guidance for church leaders and members seeking to understand and support healthy church governance. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

In this episode, Pastor Nic is joined by Sawyer Henderson and Jacey Thompson. To talk about the biblical teaching on generosity through an in-depth examination of 2 Corinthians chapters 8 and 9, which contain the most comprehensive teaching on Christian giving in the Bible. The conversation weaves through personal stories of being impacted by others' generosity, the theological underpinnings of Christian giving, and practical applications for modern life. Key themes include how true generosity flows from understanding the gospel, the proper attitudes and motivations for giving, financial stewardship, and the balance between church giving and other charitable causes. They discuss how generosity is not just about money but reflects a transformed heart that mirrors God's own generosity. They also address common concerns about church finances, the relationship between giving and spiritual growth, and how Christians can develop practical habits of generosity regardless of their economic situation. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

In this episode of the Engage and Equip podcast, Pastor Nic and Jill explore addiction from a Christian theological perspective. They discuss how Jesus's healing approach offers a framework for understanding addiction through biblical concepts: infirmity (weakness), slavery (compulsive control), and idolatry (false salvation). The conversation highlights how the cross creates both moral accountability and freedom from shame, challenging the notion that professional help is always necessary. They discuss that while clinical psychology has value, Christian community can address many psychological needs through compassionate listening and spiritual wisdom. Join us as we explore a holistic approach to healing that balances accountability with compassion in addressing addiction. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

This week is an Ask Me Anything with Pastor Nic about his recent sermon he preached on missions and politics. The primary focus of this episode is on how Christians should navigate conflicts between their God-given authority from Christ and other earthly authorities like governments. Pastor Nic explains that while Christians should generally obey legitimate authority, when those authorities exceed their rightful boundaries and interfere with Christians' commission to make disciples, their actions become tyrannical, and Christians have a responsibility not to be servile. Throughout the discussion, they address numerous theological questions about missions, evangelism, predestination, handling persecution, maintaining faith in difficult times, and appropriate Christian responses to authority. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

In this episode, Pastor Nic is joined by his brother, Stanford, and his daughter, Rachel, as they discuss developing their own Rule of Life based on the sermon series we went through in the fall of 2024. The core idea of this episode is how to establish sustainable spiritual practices while accounting for different life stages and circumstances. They emphasize thatwhile morning routines and consistent Bible study are ideal, these practices must be adaptable to different situations, whether it's college life, young parenthood, or professional work. A key insight is that spiritual disciplines aren't meant to be rigid checklist items but rather tools for growth that can be adjusted as needed. The conversation particularly highlights the challenges faced by college students and young parents in maintaining spiritual disciplines, and emphasizes the importance of being able to restart habits without unproductive shame when they lapse. They also explore how responsibilities to others impact our spiritual routines, suggesting that while structure is important, it should be flexible enough to accommodate the needs of those we're called to serve. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

This episode of the Engage and Equip podcast comes from the recording of the February 2nd, 2025 Engage & Equip: LIVE event that we held at High Point. This recording includes the main session talk delivered by Pastor Nic, as well as the small group breakout session, also led by Nic.Engage & Equip: LIVE is an event held around quarterly at High Point to engage leaders in our various ministries and equip them to do the work of the saints, helping to build up God's Kingdom. For more information about E&E, High Point Church, or our service opportunities, check out highpointchurch.org! Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

This week, Pastor Nic is joined by Than Christopoulos from the YouTube channel Exploring Reality. They discuss the historical reliability of the New Testament resurrection narratives and broader issues of faith, doubt, and biblical interpretation. The discussion focuses particularly on how to understand apparent discrepancies between the Gospel accounts while maintaining their historical reliability. Than, who was formerly an atheist before becoming a Christian apologist, explains his approach to harmonizing these accounts by understanding ancient literary conventions, Greek grammar, and the cultural context of the texts. The conversation expands to address deeper issues about how academic scholarship sometimes unfairly approaches biblical texts with different standards than other historical documents, and how personal biases and social pressures can influence both belief and disbelief. They also explore how to help Christians who struggle with doubts about biblical reliability, emphasizing the importance of mentorship and community in working through these questions. The discussion concludes with a philosophical exploration of suffering, free will, and God's purposes in allowing human development rather than creating fully formed beings, presenting a view of Christianity that embraces both intellectual rigor and meaningful engagement with life's difficulties. Exploring Reality YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ExploringRealityEngage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

In this episode of the Engage and Equip podcast, we're joined by Sawyer Henderson and Pastor Nic as they discuss Nic's sermon about communion from the Advent sermon series, focusing particularly on differing theological views and practical application. The core discussion centers around the tension between Protestant and Catholic understandings of communion, especially regarding transubstantiation - the Catholic belief that the bread and wine literally become Christ's body and blood. Pastor Nic argues that while Catholics and Protestants both believe in Christ's real presence in communion, the Catholic Church's insistence on transubstantiation as dogma has led to problematic practices and unnecessary division within Christianity. He emphasizes that communion should be inclusive for all believers while remaining exclusive to those who profess faith in Christ, and that its practice should help ground the church in equality despite necessary functional hierarchies. The conversation then broadens to address why some evangelical Christians feel drawn to more liturgical traditions, with Nic asserting that while aspects of Catholic and Orthodox practice can be valuable, the Protestant foundation of scripture-based, reforming faith provides the best framework for balanced Christian practice. The episode concludes with practical applications of divine hospitality, emphasizing that reaching people requires sacrificial service and making others feel Christ's welcome, particularly during seasons like Christmas.  Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

In this episode, Pastor Nic has a conversation with Ron Greer focusing on race, faith, and discipleship in America. Ron Greer shares his firsthand experience growing up in Milwaukee during the late 1960s and witnessing the breakdown of black families and communities, which he attributes to a "perfect storm" of factors including government welfare programs, the sexual revolution, radical political movements, and the withdrawal of churches from community engagement. Rather than supporting current progressive approaches or government programs to address racial inequity, Greer advocates for intentional, one-on-one Christian discipleship as the solution to social problems. He emphasizes that true discipleship involves sharing one's life with others, particularly across gender lines (men discipling men, women discipling women), and requires personal sacrifice and genuine relationship-building rather than just Bible study. Throughout the conversation, Greer challenges both conservative and progressive approaches to racial issues, arguing that the current focus on systemic racism is misguided and that the bigger problems are the breakdown of faith, family, and personal responsibility. He advocates for a return to biblical principles and genuine discipleship as the path forward, while critiquing both white conservative churches for their lack of true discipleship and black churches for sometimes prioritizing racial identity over Christian identity. The episode concludes with a call for Christians to examine whether their faith and discipleship practices are truly aligned with biblical teachings. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

In this episode, Pastor Nic is joined by Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings, a renowned education professor and Christian believer, discuss Critical Race Theory (CRT) and its intersection with faith and education. The conversation aims to provide a clear, nuanced explanation of CRT's main tenets while exploring how Christians might engage with these ideas constructively. Dr. Ladson-Billings, as both a scholar and a long-time church member, offers unique insights into how CRT can be understood as an analytical tool for understanding racial inequality rather than as a prescription for policy or a replacement for Christian values. The discussion covers topics like systemic racism, interest convergence, race as a social construct, and church segregation, all while maintaining a focus on how these concepts relate to Christian faith and practice. Throughout the conversation, Ladson-Billings emphasizes that CRT is primarily meant to help explain persistent racial disparities in America, not to promote hatred or division. The conversation ultimately suggests that understanding CRT's academic insights might actually help Christians better fulfill their calling to love their neighbors and work toward reconciliation, while maintaining their core theological commitments. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

In this episode, Pastor Nic is joined by pastors Adam Mabry and Mike Woodruff as they discuss key challenges and opportunities facing the Christian church in contemporary culture. The central focus is on identifying fundamental beliefs Christians must maintain despite cultural pressure to abandon them, and how to respond pastorally to current societal trends. The pastors highlight several core issues: the importance of maintaining belief in physical embodiment against modern Gnostic tendencies that separate spirit from body, the necessity of objective truth in an increasingly relativistic culture, and the Christian understanding of freedom through discipline rather than freedom from consequences. They argue that these principles are not just theological abstractions but have practical implications for issues like marriage, family size, technology, and social ethics. The episode concludes by emphasizing that while society may face significant challenges or even collapse, Christians should maintain an eternal perspective while being faithfully present in current cultural moments, potentially serving as witnesses during times of social upheaval. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

In this episode, Pastor Nic sat down to answer some of YOUR questions that were asked during one of our Sunday services. This was recorded during our recent Rule of Life series, and is a helpful resource to those looking to fully implement your own Rule of Life. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

In this episode, Pastor Nic sits down with Jill Reasa, director of High Point Church's Oaks ministry, and talks about the ethics of information sharing within a church community. They explore how church leaders should handle sensitive personal information, focusing on balancing the need for appropriate disclosure with maintaining confidentiality and discretion. The conversation covers various aspects of pastoral care, including when and how to share information up the church's leadership hierarchy, the differences between gossip and necessary disclosure, and the importance of having proper confidants and reporting structures. They emphasize that while the church aims to keep sensitive information within the smallest necessary circle, certain situations require broader disclosure for the safety and wellbeing of both individuals and the congregation. The discussion also delves into biblical principles regarding speech, confrontation, and church discipline, while addressing modern psychological concepts and mandatory reporting requirements. Throughout the conversation, they stress that the goal is to handle information in ways that promote healing and spiritual growth while maintaining trust and protecting both vulnerable individuals and the broader church community. They emphasize that their approach aims to be both biblically faithful and practically wise, recognizing that different situations require different levels of confidentiality and disclosure. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

In this episode, Pastor Nic interviews Adam Mabry, author of "The Art of Rest," who shares his journey from being a task-driven pastor to discovering the vital importance of rest in Christian life. Despite being naturally inclined toward constant activity, Mabry came to write about rest after experiencing his own crisis with burnout. The conversation explores how rest is fundamentally woven into creation itself, serving multiple essential purposes: it helps believers remember God's sovereignty, restores relationships, allows for spiritual growth, and resists our culture's relentless drive toward productivity. Mabry explains that rest is an art that must be learned and practiced, looking different for each person while connecting to both God's role as creator and redeemer. The episode concludes with an encouraging challenge for listeners to begin practicing rest despite the fear and discomfort that might initially come with "stopping," trusting that God will bless their obedience in this area. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

In this episode, Pastor Nic goes deeper into the concept of spiritual ferocity in Christian faith and personal transformation. At its core, the discussion explores how genuine spiritual growth requires an aggressive stance against both worldliness and indwelling sin, while paradoxically enabling gentleness and peace in the believer's life. Nic explains that spiritual ferocity operates in three ways: as brutality against sin, tenacity in faith, and ferocity in love. He emphasizes that this isn't about external violence or aggression toward others, but rather an internal battle that produces genuine love and transformation. Through detailed examples and biblical references, Nic illustrates how believers must learn to distinguish between their true identity and indwelling sin, align their feelings with God's judgments, and remain vigilant against the "little foxes" - small compromises that gradually undermine spiritual growth. This episode culminates in a discussion of worship as an indispensable discipline for developing this spiritual ferocity. Throughout the conversation, Nic challenges common misconceptions about grace and works, arguing that authentic Christian spirituality requires both vigorous striving and complete dependence on God's grace. This nuanced understanding of spiritual growth provides listeners with both theological depth and practical applications for their faith journey. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

Today's sermon focused on John chapter 19, exploring the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Pastor Nic emphasized the significance of the cross, not just as a historical event, but as a transformative moment that should impact our lives daily. The sermon highlighted the eyewitness account of John, the political and social dynamics surrounding Jesus' crucifixion, and the fulfillment of prophecies. It challenged listeners to reflect on their own faith and the power of the cross in their lives, encouraging them to live transformed lives in alignment with God's calling.

Today's sermon focused on John chapter 19, exploring the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Pastor Nic emphasized the significance of the cross, not just as a historical event, but as a transformative moment that should impact our lives daily. The sermon highlighted the eyewitness account of John, the political and social dynamics surrounding Jesus' crucifixion, and the fulfillment of prophecies. It challenged listeners to reflect on their own faith and the power of the cross in their lives, encouraging them to live transformed lives in alignment with God's calling.

In this episode of the Engage the Equip podcast, Pastor Nic interviews Mike Woodruff about his book "How Do You Know," which explores reasons to trust and read the Bible. They discuss the Bible's unique historical significance, including its unparalleled sales figures and manuscript evidence, its internal consistency, and its historical accuracy confirmed through archaeology. Woodruff addresses common skepticisms and explains how the Bible's reliability has been repeatedly validated over time. The conversation also covers practical advice for new Bible readers, including recommended translations and starting points for study. The discussion is particularly relevant for those interested in understanding why the Bible remains significant in modern times and how to approach reading it thoughtfully. The episode concludes with reflections on the importance of having guidance when studying the Bible and understanding its role as a source of truth in an ever-changing world. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

Join us for a conversation between Pastor Nic and Mike Woodruff where they discuss multiple topics from Mike Woodruff's podcast: "Beneath the Headlines". In this fast-paced discussion, Nic and Mike go over several topics about things happening to our culture, the danger in declining masculinity, and the church's role in challenging the cultural shift. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

Guy Conn of Fox River Church in Waukesha joins Pastor Nic to discuss his experience in running a multi-site church. As High Point gears up to decide whether or not we will accept the Crossroads campus, Guy brings an important perspective on what it takes to do multi-site church work, and how High Point should look realistically at the adoption of another church building. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

The staff team went through the Rule of Life process over the spring and summer in preparation for this series. Quite a bit has changed, but you can still use this as a further resource to understand the background behind the sermon each week and read all the things Nic wishes he could include on a Sunday morning here: https://account-media.s3.amazonaws.com/21096/uploaded/r/0e18544378_1727285555_rule-of-life-in-the-making.pdfIn this episode of Engage & Equip, Pastor Nic reads through week five of the Rule of Life series from this content that the staff went through. He focuses on escaping diversion, exploring the crucial practice of creating space for spiritual growth by eliminating distractions and embracing spiritual disciplines. He introduces the concept of "subtraction and experimentation," emphasizing the need for temporary minimalism and strategic deprivation to reset our relationship with technology and consumption. The episode outlines four categories of spiritual ordinances - space, rituals, disciplines, and obediences - and discusses the balance between personal effort and God's grace in spiritual transformation. From Sabbath-keeping to fasting, from silence to fellowship, Nic provides practical insights on how to make room for God in our busy lives, ultimately aiming for progress and joy in faith. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

On September 16, 2024 we gathered for another Engage & Equip: LIVE where Pastor Nic dove into what is a Rule of Life and how we can approach this in our various volunteering roles. Take a listen to this encouraging, informative, and fairly entertaining edition of Engage & Equip! Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

In this episode, Pastor Nic sits down with Liz Reasa, a member of the Adult Christian Education committee at High Point, to discuss a class that A.C.E. is doing alongside the Rule of Life sermon series. For more information about Rule of Life, visit highpointchurch.org/ruleoflife. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

This podcast, hosted by Pastor Nic, our Senior Pastor, and Niccole, our Director of Worship and Arts, explores the challenges of modern Christian ministry, emphasizing the importance of maintaining unity without compromising core beliefs, and addresses how to navigate partnerships and conflicts within the church. Their conversation touches on practical aspects of ministry, such as handling controversies and making decisions about church partnerships, while striving to remain true to biblical principles. We hope you enjoy! Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

Join us as Pastor Nic chats with Pastor Adam Mabry, the head pastor at Aletheia Church in Boston, MA. Their conversation explores six stages: Recognition of God, Life of Discipleship, Productive Life, The Journey Inward, The Journey Outward, and Life of Love. They discuss how these stages manifest in Christian life, particularly focusing on the challenges believers face when hitting "the wall" in their spiritual journey. They offer insights on navigating difficult periods of faith, the importance of perseverance in church communities, and the value of understanding these stages for both pastors and congregation members.This episode also provides practical advice for Christians struggling with their faith or considering leaving their churches, emphasizing the importance of pushing through difficult times for spiritual growth. It also touches on the challenges faced by pastors and the need for churches to support their spiritual leaders. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

Check out the latest episode of the Engage and Equip podcast where Pastor Nic answers some of YOUR AMA questions from a Sunday service this past April.Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

Man it has been a while I'm excited to get back behind the mic and actually start talking about real things that we struggle with in our lives. This week I have the honor of bringing Pastor Nic Ellis on the show. As veterans we struggle with a lot of trauma we have endured in our lives funny thing is it s not just us as veterans but those around us our friends family spouses significant other even our kids. Through the next few weeks I am hoping that I can help you find yourself and even myself get ready to enjoy and to do some thinking. TIME for a REBOOT! #rebooted #tsv #rapha180 #usmc #semperfi Pastor Nic's email: info@goatk.com #rebooted #tsv #rapha180 #usmc #semperfi

Check out the latest episode of the Engage and Equip podcast where Pastor Nic interviews Mike Woodruff, the lead pastor at Christ Church north of Chicago.Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

Check out the latest episode of the Engage and Equip podcast where Pastor Nic answers some questions about our cooperation with End Time Ministries.Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast)Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

Listen to this informative podcast led by Pastor Nic as he sits down with two guests from our prayer team, Christina Sekutowski and Jean Collins, to discuss resources for prayer at High Point as well as a new restorative prayer program. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church. Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast) Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

Pastor Nic defines anxiety from a variety of perspectives and fleshes out the numerous problems that it can cause on both an individual and corporate level. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast) Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

Pastor Nic and Erin explore the biblical narrative of anxiety, the solutions there are to managing it well, and the results that can come from doing so. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at [highpointchurch.org/podcast](http://highpointchurch.org/podcast) Music: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong ([https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)](https://music.midwestcollective.us/track/were-finally-landing)

In this podcast, Nic talks about how modern gender ideology conflicts with the Biblical vision for gender and encourages parents and shepherds of teens to engage more deeply with this important topic. This podcast features Pastor Nic being interviewed by Curtis Diller, a parent of teens and elder of the Church, along with Paxton Bauer, the Student Ministries Director. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—We're Finally Landing, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

Pastor Nic, Andy, and Pastor Mike Woodruff from Christ Church in Illinois discuss service, evangelism, futurism, and more in this interview. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcastMusic: HOME—Before The Night, Nosebleed, If I'm Wrong (https://midwestcollective.bandcamp.com/album/before-the-night)

Pastor Nic, Andy, and Manohar James discuss missions work and how to spread the gospel.Overland Podcast: https://spotify.link/ZxKrn2lzEyb Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/optivnetworkFollow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/OptivNetworkEmail us at questions@optivnetwork.com with your questions!Music: "nesting" by Birocratic (http://birocratic.lnk.to/allYL)

The book of Leviticus contains a lot of rules, regulations, and disgusting stuff. How is it relevant to our lives today? This week, we are joined by Pastor Nic Smith of River Lake Church in Glasgow, KY. We will take a look at chapter 26 and see the "warning labels" God established and why they are actually for our benefit.

Directors Cut Episode 15: Pastor Nic... From Jody and his special guest Sunflower.. Had to re-record this one due to bad audio.. Enjoy... The Scrapbook Podcast: Directors Cut with your host Jody Pratt and Patrick Wigfall with an occasional special guest is where the boys come together and tell each other previously created stories of their own. With the help of you, creatives, we can hopefully see any one of their concepts or stories on the big screen one day!

In this episode Pastor Nic and Andy discuss what the word "easter" means and what it's origins are. And if Christians should use the name "easter" to describe the day of Christs resurrection. Find more episodes at: www.highpointchurch.org

In this episode Pastor Nic and Andy discuss what the word "easter" means and what it's origins are. And if Christians should use the name "easter" to describe the day of Christs resurrection. Find more episodes at: www.highpointchurch.org

Pastor Nic interviews Cheri Farha and Benjamin Heath on their experiences working in government as Christians. E&E #240 Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcast Music: HOME—If I'm Wrong (youtu.be/HBynMB054zw)Remixed by John Sekutowski

Pastor Nic, Niccole Khail, and Jill Reasa have a conversation about views on men's and women's roles in the church and how we align with those views as a church. Books Mentioned: Jesus, Justice, and Gender Roles by Kathy Keller Radical Womanhood by Carolyn McCulley God's Good Design by Claire Smith E&E #128 Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcast Music: HOME—If I'm Wrong (youtu.be/HBynMB054zw)Remixed by John Sekutowski

In looking at the story of God telling Abraham to sacrifice Isaac, Pastor Nic encourages us towards a trust and surrender like Abraham's. 

How can we extend gospel-centered love to our LGBT neighbors? Pastor Nic tackles this question in the recent Sexuality Everywhere Conference. Find the slides from this breakout at sexualityeverywhereconference.com/loveinthevice.E&E #104 Find more resources from this conference at sexualityeverywhereconference.com/resources. Engage & Equip is a resource designed to help form substantive disciples for the local church.Find more episodes at highpointchurch.org/podcast Intro Music: HOME—If I'm Wrong (youtu.be/HBynMB054zw)Remixed by John Sekutowski

Pastor Nic talks with Maggie Flamingo—a PhD candidate at the University of Wisconsin-Madison—about the doctrine of divorce and remarriage, with a specific eye on how we can embrace and embody a counter-cultural example in marriage.

Listen as Pastor Nic talks about the importance of practicing affirmation—and how this can fundamentally change our tendency toward quitting.

Pastor Nic interviews Bosco Byaruhanga about his journey from the streets of Uganda, to being sponsored through Compassion International, to getting a degree in IT from Uganda Christian University, to starting his own program to help put children...