Podcasts about set apart

What do church work students experience at Concordia University, Irvine? The Rev. Dr. Scott Stiegemeyer (Associate Professor of Theology and Bioethics, Concordia University, Irvine) and the Rev. Dr. Paul Elliott (Professor of Theology, Christ College, Concordia University, Irvine) join Andy and Sarah to talk about what they love about their work at Concordia University, Irvine, what drew them to their areas of expertise and how these areas of expertise help form students, what students can expect academically and socially at Concordia Irvine, how students are fed spiritually, and what makes CUI a unique place for church worker formation. Learn more about Concordia University, Irvine at cui.edu. Christ's church will continue until He returns, and that church will continue to need church workers. Set Apart to Serve (SAS) is an initiative of the LCMS to recruit church workers. Together, we pray for workers for the Kingdom of God and encourage children to consider church work vocations. Here are three easy ways you can participate in SAS: 1. Pray with your children for God to provide church workers. 2. Talk to your children about becoming church workers. 3. Thank God for the people who work in your congregation. To learn more about Set Apart to Serve, visit lcms.org/set-apart-to-serve. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Subject: Acts Speaker or Performer: Bro. Cody Roberts Scripture Passage(s): Acts 13:1-12 Date of Delivery: February 22, 2026

What if your true purpose has nothing to do with your own success or happiness? Today, we're unpacking a challenging but freeing truth: You were set apart by God to make a difference for others. We're going to discover how living with an eternal perspective changes everything about our daily decisions. Join us for Week 3 of "Set Apart" as we learn how to GROW, PRODUCE, and BUILD a life that truly matters. It's time to stop running someone else's race and start fulfilling the unique calling God has for you. Let us know you're here in the comments and feel free to share a prayer request with our online team! #SetApart #PurposeDriven #LiveForMore #Legacy #ChurchBoom #Sermon #christianliving Subscribe to receive our latest messages: / https://coah.co.za/series/ To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world click here: https://coah.co.za/giving/ See what God can do through you. Stay Connected Website: https://coah.co.za/ City on a Hill Church International Facebook: shorturl.at/elsPT City on a Hill Church International Instagram: shorturl.at/ntGMW City on a Hill Church International YouTube: shorturl.at/qvOS6 City on a Hill Church International Soundcloud: shorturl.at/hvFIL City on a Hill Church International Podcast: shorturl.at/tM179 City on a Hill Church International Twitter: shorturl.at/egiY1 The Secret to a Life of Impact | Gareth Bailey | Set Apart | City on a Hill Church International

Is God's will a fragile blueprint you can fall out of, or something deeper? In this message, we explore how Scripture reframes God's will not as perfection or a single life-plan, but as formation, a life bending toward Christ. Through the stories of Saul and David, we consider obedience, shame, suffering, and the mercy that meets us when we turn.

How are church work students formed at Concordia St. Paul? The Rev. Dr. Reed Lessing (Professor of Theology & Ministry; Director of the Pre-Seminary Program; Director of the Center for Biblical Studies; Concordia University, St. Paul) and the Rev. Dr. Mark Koschmann (Vice President of Faith and Ministry; Theology Department Chair; Chief Mission Officer; Concordia University, St. Paul) join Andy and Sarah for our Set Apart to Serve series to talk about what they love about their vocations at CSP, how their individual areas of expertise are important in forming future church workers, the academic and social experience at CSP, how students are fed spiritually, and their wisdom for future church work students. Christ's church will continue until He returns, and that church will continue to need church workers. Set Apart to Serve (SAS) is an initiative of the LCMS to recruit church workers. Together, we pray for workers for the Kingdom of God and encourage children to consider church work vocations. Here are three easy ways you can participate in SAS: 1. Pray with your children for God to provide church workers. 2. Talk to your children about becoming church workers. 3. Thank God for the people who work in your congregation. To learn more about Set Apart to Serve, visit lcms.org/set-apart-to-serve. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

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"Thus you shall separate the Levites from among the people of Israel, and the Levites shall be mine." Aaron lights the seven lamps of the golden lampstand, illuminating the holy place where priests serve. Then the Levites undergo an elaborate consecration, being waved as a living offering before the LORD. In this chapter, we see that those who serve God must themselves be made holy. The light of the lampstand points forward to Christ, the Light of the World, and to His Church called to shine in the darkness.  The Rev. John Shank, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Edwardsville, IL, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study Numbers 8.  To learn more about Trinity in Edwardsville, visit trinitylutheranministries.org. The Book of Numbers is far more than an ancient census report. It is the story of a people learning to trust God in the wilderness, and failing, and finding grace anyway.  In this series, host Pastor Phil Booe and guest pastors walk through the Old Testament book of Numbers chapter by chapter. We follow Israel from Sinai toward the Promised Land, through grumbling and rebellion, fiery serpents and a talking donkey, faithless spies and faithful priests. The journey is hard, the failures are many, and God remains faithful to a faithless people.  These ancient accounts point us to Christ. The bronze serpent lifted on a pole points to the cross. The rock struck for water points to the one struck for us. The high priest whose death frees the manslayer points to the Great High Priest whose death sets us free forever. Join us as we discover that the wilderness has more to teach us than we ever expected.  Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Submit comments or questions to: thystrongword@kfuo.org.

Acts Series  Message: 24 Episode: 3 of 3 Broadcast: February 16, 2026 Key Verses: Acts 13:1-13 In this powerful episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through Acts 13:1–13 in a message titled "Set Apart for Me," where we see the Holy Spirit clearly calling and commissioning ordinary believers for extraordinary purposes. As the church prays, fasts, and listens to God, Barnabas and Saul are set apart for the work God has prepared for them—reminding us that every believer has a divine calling and a purpose rooted in obedience, faith, and surrender. This teaching will encourage you to walk more closely with God, recognize His voice in your daily life, and live boldly as someone set apart for His mission. It's a practical, faith-building message that equips Christians with God's truth to navigate real life with confidence, clarity, and a deeper commitment to following Christ. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

I greet you in Jesus' precious name! It is Monday morning, the 16th of February, 2026, and this is your friend, Angus Buchan, with a thought for today. We go to the Book of Numbers 8:14: ”Thus you shall separate the Levites from among the children of Israel, and the Levites shall be Mine.” Then we go straight to the Gospel of Luke 6:22 (Amplified Version): ”Blessed [morally courageous and spiritually alive with life-joy in God's goodness] are you when people hate you, and exclude you [from their fellowship], and insult you, and scorn your name as evil because of [your association with] the Son of Man.” Wow, now that is quite something to think about!The Lord says, ”You are blessed when people don't like you because of your stand for Me.” In fact, if you look at verse 23, He says, “Jump for joy because of your reward that you are going to get in heaven.”Now, this morning, I particularly want to dedicate this little message to the young people. I'm talking about school children, I'm talking about university students, I'm talking about young people who are starting out in life, because some of you are taking a lot of strain, I know that, because you are not sleeping around with other people, you are not drugging and drinking, you are not blaspheming. You are not telling filthy stories, and you are not involved with pornography, so the people, the crowd, think that there's something wrong with you. Oh, no - there is nothing wrong with you. The Lord Jesus Christ has separated you unto Himself. He set you aside. He said, ”I've got a special work for you to do. You are very special to me. Keep yourself pure. I have your husband for you. I have your wife for you. You must be patient.” You say, ”How long must we wait, Uncle Angus?” As long as it takes because those other people that seem to be in the flavour of the month, they are going to fall horribly short, and when they do they are coming to you for help.Make yourself strong! Spend time with the Lord, and He has got a very specific and exciting life for you. That goes for all of us, by the way, but the older people have already been through the mill and we have been identified. They don't want us around them because we are salty and we upset their party as it were. So don't be upset because you are lonely, Jesus understands that, but He is a friend who sticks closer than any brother!Jesus bless you and have a wonderful day.Goodbye.

Living Truth Christian Fellowship Podcast

Fr. Mike points out how blessing something sets it apart for the purposes of God, and it is no longer meant for ordinary uses. So when we are filled with the spirit of God, our daily task becomes extraordinary, because it is consecrated to God. Today's readings are Exodus 30-31, Leviticus 22, and Psalm 115. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Feb 15 | Ray Hughes | Sanctuary, Jones Road The Foundry Methodist Church, Houston TX At Foundry we believe God has called us to be a movement of people committed to helping everyone know, follow and share Jesus. This series invites us to discover a deeper participation in that mission! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Used with Permission - CCLI Copyright License Number #855120 Streaming Plus License Number #21172413

Hey Sis! Are you single this Valentine's Day? That makes two of us. And I'm so excited to have girl talk with you! Let's talk being single and set apart, and all the joys that come with falling in love with Jesus. It might sound cheesy, but the Word I share in this episode was so sweet and so encouraging to me that I HAD to share it with you. You're absolutely worth me risking it all in these innanet streets. Grab your favorite cutesy drink and snack, and let's chop it up! _ _ _ Subscribe Sis!  Oh and have we connected on social yet? Hmu!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠adriannerobertson.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Thanks for listening!– – –Perfectly Whole Podcast inspires and encourages women of faith. The focus is never on what we lack, but on what we have – which is infinite love and provision in God. The goal of every episode is to reassure and remind women of all kinds that God has made us perfectly whole! ~Matthew 14:36~

How are church workers formed at Concordia University Chicago? The Rev. Dr. Kirk Clayton (Assistant Professor of Theology, Director Pre-Seminary program, Concordia University Chicago) and the Rev. Simeon Raddatz (University Chaplain, Concordia University Chicago) join Andy and Sarah to talk about what they love about what they get to do at Concordia Chicago, how their individual areas of expertise are important in the forming of future church workers, what students can experience academically and socially on campus, how students are fed spiritually at CUC, wisdom for parents who are anxious about sending their children to college, and their encouragement for young people to consider church work formation at a Concordia University. Christ's church will continue until He returns, and that church will continue to need church workers. Set Apart to Serve (SAS) is an initiative of the LCMS to recruit church workers. Together, we pray for workers for the Kingdom of God and encourage children to consider church work vocations. Here are three easy ways you can participate in SAS: 1. Pray with your children for God to provide church workers. 2. Talk to your children about becoming church workers. 3. Thank God for the people who work in your congregation. To learn more about Set Apart to Serve, visit lcms.org/set-apart-to-serve. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Acts Series  Message: 24 Episode: 2 of 3 Broadcast: February 13, 2026 Key Verses: Acts 13:1-13 In this powerful episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through Acts 13:1–13 in a message titled "Set Apart for Me," where we see the Holy Spirit clearly calling and commissioning ordinary believers for extraordinary purposes. As the church prays, fasts, and listens to God, Barnabas and Saul are set apart for the work God has prepared for them—reminding us that every believer has a divine calling and a purpose rooted in obedience, faith, and surrender. This teaching will encourage you to walk more closely with God, recognize His voice in your daily life, and live boldly as someone set apart for His mission. It's a practical, faith-building message that equips Christians with God's truth to navigate real life with confidence, clarity, and a deeper commitment to following Christ. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

Living Truth Christian Fellowship Podcast

Acts Series  Message: 24 Episode: 1 of 3 Broadcast: February 12, 2026 Key Verses: Acts 13:1-13 In this powerful episode of Walk in Truth, Pastor Michael Lantz teaches through Acts 13:1–13 in a message titled "Set Apart for Me," where we see the Holy Spirit clearly calling and commissioning ordinary believers for extraordinary purposes. As the church prays, fasts, and listens to God, Barnabas and Saul are set apart for the work God has prepared for them—reminding us that every believer has a divine calling and a purpose rooted in obedience, faith, and surrender. This teaching will encourage you to walk more closely with God, recognize His voice in your daily life, and live boldly as someone set apart for His mission. It's a practical, faith-building message that equips Christians with God's truth to navigate real life with confidence, clarity, and a deeper commitment to following Christ. Welcome to Walk in Truth! These are the Bible teachings of Pastor Michael Lantz. Equipping you to reach out with God's truth to all people. And how to apply that truth to today's issues, trends, and culture.  Leave your question or comment contact@walkintruth.com

Living Truth Christian Fellowship Podcast

Set Apart | Consecrated for Mission  | Jay Pathak | Mile High Vineyard

Feb 8 | Ray Hughes | Worship Center, Fry Road The Foundry Methodist Church, Houston TX At Foundry we believe God has called us to be a movement of people committed to helping everyone know, follow and share Jesus. This series invites us to discover a deeper participation in that mission! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Used with Permission - CCLI Copyright License Number #855120 Streaming Plus License Number #21172413

How are laypersons involved in church worker formation? John Schmall and DoRena Wirgau join Andy and Sarah to talk about where they live and how they serve in their congregations, their experiences in the SAS Pilot Program and what they learned about church worker formation, how large and small churches can engage youth in the Divine Service, how they see the Church supporting and mentoring youth to consider church work, and conversations they've had with youth and adults who might be considering church work. Christ's church will continue until He returns, and that church will continue to need church workers. Set Apart to Serve (SAS) is an initiative of the LCMS to recruit church workers. Together, we pray for workers for the Kingdom of God and encourage children to consider church work vocations. Here are three easy ways you can participate in SAS: 1. Pray with your children for God to provide church workers. 2. Talk to your children about becoming church workers. 3. Thank God for the people who work in your congregation. To learn more about Set Apart to Serve, visit lcms.org/set-apart-to-serve. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

What does it mean to be called by God? What can we learn from Jesus' call upon his disciples?

Welcome to the Transformation Church Podcast! Each week you can be a part of the weekly sermon delivered at TC by one of our Pastors. You can join us and listen to each message and then catch our Message Re-Cap Podcast on each Wednesday where we talk a little message and a lot of nonesense. Thank you for taking the time to connect with us and with God through this message! For more info about Transformation Church check out our website at https://transformationchurch.com This week Pastor Brad brings the message from the Sushi, Sex, and Subtitles series with Set Apart, Not Set Aside.

Feb 2 | Ray Hughes | Worship Center, Fry Road The Foundry Methodist Church, Houston TX At Foundry we believe God has called us to be a movement of people committed to helping everyone know, follow and share Jesus. This series invites us to discover a deeper participation in that mission! --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Used with Permission - CCLI Copyright License Number #855120 Streaming Plus License Number #21172413

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Kyle Kauffman | Feb 1 2026 God saves us in order to also set us apart. As Christians, we are called to live holy lives as God's people in the midst of whatever culture or context he has placed us in. We see in Corinth that the temptation to be conformed to the culture rather than transformed by God is an ever present struggle for God's people. But we also see that the same grace that saves us in the past, present, and future is also the grace that enables us to live holy lives. God does not save us and then leave us on our own. Rather he gives us all we need to live lives of holiness that distinct from the culture and pleasing to him. We are all people who are a work in progress in this area, but we are also people who held fast by God. As a result we can confidently work out our salvation while continuing to be daily dependent on God's grace to us in Jesus. The more we seek to do this the more we will live as those who are set apart by God's grace in the midst of a confusing culture.

DATE: Feb 01, 2026                          SERIES: Poured Out (Acts)TITLE: Set Apart & Sent OutBIG IDEA: When the Gospel collides with culture it will be both accepted & rejected; embraced & opposed. SCRIPTURE: Acts 13SUNDAY SET LIST: https://bit.ly/Sunday-SetlistSERMON NOTES: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=S1XaCydLWxGROUPS QUESTIONS: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=rJK79lOUblRESPOND: http://thecreeksidechurch.org/discovercard

DATE: Feb 01, 2026                          SERIES: Poured Out (Acts)TITLE: Set Apart & Sent OutBIG IDEA: When the Gospel collides with culture it will be both accepted & rejected; embraced & opposed. SCRIPTURE: Acts 13SUNDAY SET LIST: https://bit.ly/Sunday-SetlistSERMON NOTES: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=S1XaCydLWxGROUPS QUESTIONS: https://notes.subsplash.com/fill-in/view?page=rJK79lOUblRESPOND: http://thecreeksidechurch.org/discovercard

How are church work students formed at Concordia University Wisconsin? The Rev. Dr. Aaron Moldenhauer (Vice President for Mission and Church Relations and Associate Professor of Theology, Concordia University Wisconsin) and the Rev. Dr. Brian German (Department Chair and Associate Professor of Theology, Concordia University Wisconsin, and host of Christ in Every Word, Concordia Bible Institute) join Andy and Sarah for our Set Apart to Serve series to talk about what they love about what they get to do at CUW, their favorite area of theology and how that area is important in the forming of future church workers, what they want students to experience at CUW academically and socially, how the students are fed spiritually, and their encouragement for students considering church work formation programs at CUW. Learn more at cuw.edu. Christ's church will continue until He returns, and that church will continue to need church workers. Set Apart to Serve (SAS) is an initiative of the LCMS to recruit church workers. Together, we pray for workers for the Kingdom of God and encourage children to consider church work vocations. Here are three easy ways you can participate in SAS: 1. Pray with your children for God to provide church workers. 2. Talk to your children about becoming church workers. 3. Thank God for the people who work in your congregation. To learn more about Set Apart to Serve, visit lcms.org/set-apart-to-serve. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

That Jesus has set us apart from the world and how he can use anybody and their story to advance his kingdom

Send us a textWelcome to a fresh start—and a holy reset.In this powerful New Year's message, Chelsey Holm flips the cultural script on goals, grit, and “new year, new me” hustle. If you're feeling burned out by chasing results, this episode will help you re-anchor in your true source of strength: wild obedience to the Spirit.You'll hear:Why most goal-setting leaves you drained, not devotedThe difference between outcome-based striving vs. obedience-based surrenderWhat the Lord spoke over Chelsey for 2026—and how it applies to YOUWhy being misunderstood in your boldness is often confirmation, not condemnationA personal call to become a set-apart vessel for God's KingdomThis isn't about doing more. It's about becoming more of who He's called you to be. Support the showChelsey Holm | the Wife Coach "I help Christian wives surrender fully, live Spirit-led, and be set apart according to God's design in marriage, motherhood, and life."Ready for a next step? If this episode stirred something deeper and you're ready to move from insight into surrender, I created a short guided experience called From Awareness to Surrender. This mini course includes three short teachings, a guided exercise, and a prayer recorded over you to help you stop cycling and start responding differently—rooted in surrender, not striving.

The Disciples Corner 

The video "Set Apart: A Reflection on the Readings for the 2nd Week in Ordinary Time" by Deacon Dave & Layperson Lisa Show reflects on the readings for the second Sunday in ordinary time, focusing on Jesus's baptism and the call to holiness.Key takeaways from the reflection include:Sanctifying Grace (0:24-0:36): The Holy Spirit descends upon us at baptism, granting us sanctifying grace, which calls us to a life of holiness and makes us more like God.Called to be Set Apart (0:50-1:08): Similar to how Jesus is the Son of God, we are called to be set apart from the world, living in it but not being "of this world," but rather "of the supernatural world of God."Vessels of Light and Hope (1:23-1:37): In difficult times, we are reminded to be vessels of light, hope, and God's love to others.Holiness as Disposition and Obedience (1:42-2:09): Drawing from St. Thérèse of Lisieux, holiness is described as a disposition where our hearts, souls, and wills align with God, and it involves obedience to His will.Humility and Dependence on God (2:33-3:28): Holiness also means acknowledging our smallness and weakness, allowing God to carry us, as our strength comes through Christ. This calls for a great dependency on God and openness to growth in virtues.Growth in Prudence (3:37-4:38): The speaker shares a personal experience of growing in prudence, a virtue that helps us discern and act on what is good, particularly in communication like texts and emails.Strengthening Sanctifying Grace (4:42-5:00): Sanctifying grace is strengthened through prayer, acts of sacrifice, and acts of charity or love.Embracing God's Will (5:38-5:57): Being holy involves making an act of will towards what God desires, even when it means sacrificing our own desires. This practice makes it easier over time and helps us grow in virtue, allowing us to joyfully and easily do what is good.Call to Love (6:26-6:35): Ultimately, we are called to a life of holiness and love to all we encounter, striving to be like Jesus.

Before the gospel explains what we do, it tells us who we are.In this message from Romans 1:1–7, we see how Paul begins one of the most theologically rich books in Scripture not with commands or correction, but with identity. Before doctrine is explained, belonging is established. Before behavior is addressed, grace is declared.Romans opens by grounding us in three essential truths: who God is, who Jesus is, and who we are because of Him. The gospel is not a new idea, not a philosophy, and not self-improvement. It is God's promised plan, centered on Jesus Christ, and powerful enough to reshape our identity, obedience, and purpose.This message sets the foundation for the entire journey through Romans, reminding us that salvation begins with surrender, faith produces obedience, and those who belong to Christ are truly set apart for the gospel.Connect with us!Missioncity.church

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We who believe in Jesus can live before God with courageous, worshipful humility because he set us apart and called us by his grace and revealed his Son to us.

Set Apart, Called, and Christ Revealed

Today we continue our Set Apart to Serve series, now hearing from the layperson's perspective! Tom Jennings and Blake Pieper join Andy and Sarah to talk about where they live and how they serve in their congregations, their experiences in the SAS Pilot Program and what they learned about church worker formation, how engaging youth in district or synod events and service trips has borne fruit for formation, how they see the Church supporting and mentoring youth to consider church work, and conversations they've had with youth and adults who might be considering church work. Christ's church will continue until He returns, and that church will continue to need church workers. Set Apart to Serve (SAS) is an initiative of the LCMS to recruit church workers. Together, we pray for workers for the Kingdom of God and encourage children to consider church work vocations. Here are three easy ways you can participate in SAS: 1. Pray with your children for God to provide church workers. 2. Talk to your children about becoming church workers. 3. Thank God for the people who work in your congregation. To learn more about Set Apart to Serve, visit lcms.org/set-apart-to-serve. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Glenn Rollins, is a manager with the Set Apart to Service initiative at the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. In that role he's responsible for finding those who are set apart to serve in the church. A pastor at his Lutheran grade school encouraged him to consider a career in church work and from there he attended Concordia University, Seward, NE. He taught at various levels of Lutheran education throughout the years and during his time in education he realized the need for better recruitment efforts to identify new teachers.

Many people followed Jesus. Not all of them were truly His disciples.In this episode, Pastor Jeff Cranston and Tiffany Coker walk through John chapter 6 to examine one of the most challenging truths of the Christian life: discipleship is more than separation from sin. It requires active devotion to Christ.As many followers walked away from Jesus when His teaching became difficult, Scripture reveals three distinct types of disciples: nominal disciples, real disciples, and false disciples. This conversation explores how each group responds to Jesus, why separation without devotion can be spiritually dangerous, and how believers today can honestly examine their own hearts.What We Discussed02:26 Why Biblical Separation Is MisunderstoodBiblical separation is not about isolation or moral superiority. Scripture calls believers to holiness through repentance and obedience, not excuse or compromise, as seen in 1 Peter 1:15–16 and Romans 6.05:22 Separation from Personal SinChristians are called to deal honestly with their own sin through repentance, confession, and intentional turning away, rather than minimizing or justifying sinful patterns.08:20 Why Small Sins Are Spiritually DangerousHidden or “small” sins do not remain contained. Like poison in a well, personal sin affects prayer, spiritual sensitivity, relationships, and a believer's witness.09:54 Separation from Unrepentant BelieversScripture teaches that fellowship should be withheld from those who profess Christ yet persist in unrepentant sin, both to protect the church and to call the individual to repentance, as outlined in 1 Corinthians 5:11.12:41 Why the Church Must Take Sin SeriouslyUnaddressed sin spreads within the church like yeast through dough 1 Corinthians 5:6.13:42 Separation from False TeachersBelievers are commanded to test teaching against Scripture and separate from those who distort the gospel or deny its truth, following the warning of 1 John 4:1.18:31 Separation from the World SystemScripture calls believers to resist the values and priorities of the world that oppose God, choosing spiritual transformation over conformity, as taught in 1 John 2:15 and Romans 12:2.19:43 Set Apart, Not IsolatedBiblical separation doesn't mean withdrawing from people. It means living with distinct loves, loyalties, and standards while remaining engaged, compassionate, and Christlike.“Discipleship is not about perfection. It is about bringing every area of life under the Lordship of Christ.”  – Pastor Jeff CranstonWe love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, email me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.orgVisit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter. Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church. Check in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranstonRemember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!

What does it mean for Christians to be “set apart”? Biblical separation is often misunderstood as isolation or spiritual superiority, but Scripture presents it as a call to holiness, faithfulness, and love for Christ.In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany continue their Practical Theology series by walking through four specific ways Scripture calls believers to live distinct lives while remaining engaged in the world.What We Discussed02:26 Why Biblical Separation Is Often MisunderstoodScripture calls believers to pursue holiness by dealing honestly with personal sin through repentance and obedience, not excuse or compromise (1 Peter 1:15–16; Romans 6:1–2, 12).05:22 Separation from Personal SinChristians are called to deal honestly with their own sin through repentance, confession, and mortification, not excuses or compromise.08:20 Why Small Sins Are Spiritually DangerousPersonal sin spreads like poison in a well. Even hidden or private sin affects prayer, witness, relationships, and sensitivity to God's Word.09:54 Separation from Unrepentant BelieversScripture teaches that fellowship should be withheld from those who claim Christ yet persist in unrepentant sin, both to protect the church and to call the believer to repentance (1 Corinthians 5:11).12:41 Why the Church Must Take Sin SeriouslyUnaddressed sin spreads within the body like yeast through dough, affecting truth, holiness, and the church's witness (1 Corinthians 5:6).13:42 Separation from False TeachersBelievers are commanded to test teaching against Scripture and separate from those who distort the gospel (1 John 4:1).17:11 How Separation from False Teachers Works PracticallyChristians should not endorse, platform, or partner with ministries that deny Scripture, compromise the gospel, or reject Christ's exclusivity.18:31 Separation from the World SystemScripture calls believers to resist the values and priorities of the world that oppose God, choosing transformation over conformity (1 John 2:15; Romans 12:2).19:43 Set Apart, Not IsolatedBiblical separation does not mean withdrawal from people. It means distinct loves, loyalties, and standards that reflect Christ while remaining engaged and compassionate.Book: Practical Christian Theology: Examining the Great Doctrines of the Faith by Floyd H. Barackman“Biblical separation is not about pride or fear or withdrawing from the world. It's about holiness, faithfulness, and love for the Lord.”  – Pastor Jeff CranstonWe love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, email me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.orgVisit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter. Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church. Check in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranstonRemember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!