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ZACH'S BACK!......on vacation so that means one thing: a super late recording with segments on segments on segments! You get a segment, YOU get a segment, everyone gets segments!!! Laugh along with the LR Boys in this latest episode.
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Hey, it's been a while. How are you? How's yer dog? Do you still like coffee with a splash of creamer? Cool. We made a new episode going through Ecclesiastes 5 -8. We talk about fearing God, wisdom and funny camp stories. You should listen to it. It's better than reading this description.
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Yeah... we're back.
And this episode of The Current dives straight into the strange tales that span continents describing a worldwide flood. Grab a snorkel and listen in as we discover what this could all possible mean with Hollow & Zach as your untrained, unprofessional guides. Refunds not guaranteed. Enjoy!
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Life can be really, REALLY complicated. One day you're praying for a new job and the next day you're complaining about it. One day you think you've figured out marriage, and then all of sudden you're a parent of screaming kids drawing and flinging dinner on the wall. Life is messy. But was it created to be this way? Is there something more God is showing us through these seasons of life?
In this episode of Lightning Rounds, the LR BOIZ dive deep into Ecclesiastes 3 & 4, where Solomon drops the mother of all truth bombs about seasons of life. We'll explore why death is part of the story (depressing, we know but HEYO JESUS), how friendship makes the rollercoaster survivable, and most importantly – how Christ takes this ancient wisdom and flips it on its head in the most beautiful way possible. Whether you're in a season of dancing or mourning, building up or tearing down, or just trying to figure out why your succulent died despite literally doing nothing to it, this episode's got you covered. Join us for this conversation!
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Have you ever felt like your job description should just read "Professional Button Pusher" or "Master of Spreadsheet Cells That Nobody Reads"? Maybe you've caught yourself practicing your Oscar speech for "Best Performance in a Zoom Meeting While Actually Doing Laundry," or realized your greatest career achievement this week was not getting yelled at by the customer waiting for their coffee order. If you've ever stared into the abyss in your Chipotle apron at 3 PM on a Wednesday, questioning if under-scooping customers asking for grilled chicken is really what you were put on this earth to do, you're not alone. Even Solomon felt this way – and he was running an entire kingdom.
In this episode, Andrew & Zach dive into the first two chapters of Ecclesiastes, where "the Preacher" basically invents the mid-life crisis and takes it to a whole new level. We're tackling the big questions: Why does your workplace achievement feel empty even after you get that promotion? How come mountains get to stick around for thousands of years while your "groundbreaking" idea for management will be forgotten by Tuesday? And most importantly, how does God transform our seemingly pointless Monday-to-Friday grind into something meaningful? Join us for the convo that you didn't ask for, but probably need to hear -- part biblical wisdom, part humor therapy session, and part reminder that yes, your job matters – just maybe not in the way you think it does.
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You're standing in line at your favorite coffee shop, watching a guy in a $2,000 suit order a quad-shot americano while frantically checking his stock portfolio. Sitting at a table in the background, a teenager is having an existential crisis over which filter to use for her latte photo. And suddenly, you're hit with the same thought that smacked "The Preacher" of Ecclesiastes upside the head 3,000 years ago: "What's the point of all this?" Turns out even ancients had their own quarter-life crisis, and this one wrote a whole book about it.
In this 50th episode of Lightning Rounds, Hollow, Andrew & Zach are diving into Ecclesiastes – the ancient text that reads like it was written by a philosophical combo of Mark Twain and your brutally honest depressed uncle. We'll explore why this book of the Bible feels like a 2000s emo song, and how its raw take on life, death, meaning, and joy speaks to both the coffee-chugging executive and the trend-obsessed teen in all of us. Hope you enjoy the listen!
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Picture this: you’re hiking along a narrow trail, surrounded by the dense, whispering trees of the Cascade Mountains. The air is crisp, and the smell of damp earth fills your lungs as you navigate the winding path with a friend. Laughter mingles with the sound of your boots crunching on fallen leaves, but as you round a bend, the atmosphere shifts. A chill runs down your spine as you spot something out of the corner of your eye—a massive figure, partially hidden among the pines. You squint to try and focus but it’s gone in an instant. “Did you see that?” you ask your friend, but she shakes her head, oblivious. You press on, with your heart slightly racing, when suddenly you hear heavy steps pacing you along the dense trail. You turn to look again, and the air is filled with an eerie silence, as if the forest itself is holding its breath. You've heard the stories before dismissing them as folklore, but could this be it? Is this... Bigfoot?
Pack your camping supplies for this thrilling journey into the heart of God's mysterious world as the LR trio sets off to unravel the legend of Bigfoot! In this final episode of our journey, we venture into the dark woods, armed with flashlights, questionable survival skills, and Andrew's insatiable thirst for Mountain Dew.
Hike along as we explore paranormal encounters, stories from Native Americans, and the possible biblical explanation for this phenomena. What's in the woods? Could Sasquatch be something more than just a physical creature? Do YOU believe?
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Picture this: a remote campsite under a blanket of stars, the crackle of the campfire filling the air with warmth and light. Laughter echoes through the trees as you and your friends share spooky stories, but suddenly, a loud branch snap slices through the night, silencing the group. You exchange nervous glances, each of you acutely aware that you’re not alone. Two heavy footsteps can be heard creeping closer to your campsite, and for a moment, everything seems to freeze. Two eyes shining form the light of the fire appear just beyond the glow of your campfire. You've always heard the stories of Sasquatch but have brushed it off as fake until now. Your heart pounds as you realize that the night is about to take a turn into the unknown.
Pack your camping supplies for this thrilling journey into the heart of God's mysterious world as the LR trio sets off to unravel the enigma of Bigfoot! In this episode, we venture into the dark woods, armed with flashlights, questionable survival skills, and Andrew's insatiable thirst for Mountain Dew.
Join us as we explore thrilling encounters, bizarre sightings, and the legendary lore that surrounds this hide-and-seek world champ. How should Christians navigate a response to this phenomena? Could the search for Bigfoot lead to unexpected revelations about faith and the unknown? Does the bible have an explanation for this?
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Ever felt like life’s been playing a cruel game of dodgeball with your dreams? This week on Lightning Rounds, Andrew, Hollow & Zach are diving headfirst into the chaos of disappointment, guided by the wisdom found in the Proverbs.
Join the trio as they unpack why that job interview turned into a cosmic joke, why your life expectations haven't caught up with you (seriously, it’s been like 25 years!), and why your dream vacation ended up being a 12-hour layover in the world’s smallest airport.
Buckle up for a rollercoaster of emotions, as they prove that even when hope feels like a distant star, there’s always a way to find a good laugh in the darkness. So navigate with them the land of unfulfilled expectations. Because sometimes, the best way to cope with disappointment is to laugh until your coffee snorts out your nose. ☕️😂
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Are you ready to cannonball into the depths of dread?! In this episode, join Hollow & Zach as they plunge into the murky waters of oceanic terror, from prehistoric nightmares to modern-day chompers!
We'll start by unraveling the slimy tales of ancient sea serpents. Were they real, or just the result of too much grog and long nights at sea? Either way, these legends had sailors sleeping with one eye open!
Then we'll sink our teeth into the truth behind shark attacks and how Texas has a beach! What?!
Finally, we'll wrap our fins around the giants of the deep – because nothing says 'sweet dreams' like imagining a Megalodon using your ship as a toothpick.
So grab your floaties and a change of pants, because this episode is gonna make you think twice about dipping your toes in anything deeper than a puddle!
Warning: Side effects may include involuntary "dun-dun" noises when entering any body of water larger than a bathtub.
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Are emojis the new hieroglyphics? Is autocorrect determined to ruin your life, one hilarious typo at a time? In this episode, the LR gang is back and they peel back the screen protector on the smartphone revolution to reveal how these tiny, glowing rectangles are altering our very existence (and not always for the better). Join Hollow, Zach & Andrew as they dive into the deep end of digital distraction. From the inexplicable fear of leaving your phone at home to the awkward dance of trying to unlock it with your face, they examine the absurdities of modern life that only smartphones could create.
So, grab your phone (it's probably already in your hand, let's be real) and listen in for a laugh-out-loud journey through the world of 21st-century communication. Just be sure to put it on silent first – unless you want everyone to hear your ringtone remix of "Baby Shark."
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Join Hollow & Zach in this episode, as they dive into the bizarre, the bonkers, and the downright unbelievable stories from World War II that you won't find in your average history book.
Ever heard about the time the Germans had a fear for "the Night Witches"? Yep, that's just the tip of the iceberg. From terrors in the sky to death rays inspired by Tesla, and even Norwegian commandos who fought to destroy a Nazi arctic nuke base (yes, really), we've got the scoop on the most wild and jaw-dropping moments from the greatest conflict in history.
Hosted by your two favorite unofficial history buffs, The Current promises to deliver your weekly dose of laughter and learning. So buckle up and prepare to be amazed as we unravel the true, yet totally crazy, stories from the battlefields of World War II. Tune in and join the laughter... and maybe learn a thing or two along the way!
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Hollow and Zach are back with another episode of The Current, and today they navigate the pixelated abyss to uncover hilarious mishaps and unexpected discoveries in the landscape of virtual and augmented reality! From accidentally punching walls to crying while using the Apple Vision Pro, join us for this journey that'll have you questioning what's real and what's just a glitch in the matrix. "Come with us if you want to live."
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Join us (Hollow and Zach) as we take a side quest in the wild world of Lightning Rounds!
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Have you ever been sitting on the couch with a bag of chips and salsa thinking nothing could be better? With every bite it continues to get spicier but you can’t stop, won’t stop… only to wake up the next morning regretting the night before. Well the LR Boys dive into this week’s episode talking about something that’s all too similar… children. Are they like that dip that gets spicier with each bite only to wreck you the next day? Or are they a little more like a tiny Wendy’s frosty? So good but the time just goes by way too fast? Listen in to this week’s episode to hear our take on kids. Blessing or curse?Follow our Instagram : @lightning.rounds.podcast
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IT'S SPRING!!!
The flowers are blooming, the pollen is irritating and the air smells like the tomb is empty. But seriously... Have you ever read something in the bible that made you think, "that can't be right?", or maybe you've just had honest questions of your own about certain biblical events? Well today the LR trio tackles one of these criticisms surrounding the resurrection tomb just in time for Easter.
So get your marshmallow peeps, crack open a confetti egg on your neighbor's head and listen in on this thought provoking episode of Lightning Rounds!
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Well it's Feburary (the end of the month at least) and we wanted to share a special episode with y'all!
Have you ever wondered what is the best candy to receive for Valentine's Day? We've got a segment for that. Or have you wondered how love is a universal gift given to all of humanity from God? Deep thought... but we cover it! Or how did Valentine's Day start? It might surprise you. Lastly we talk all things Lent. Was it all catholic? Is it wrong or right to do as a Jesus follower? These last days of February, catch more than just feels for your crush. Listen in to the LR Boyz!
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Do you struggle with bitterness? Does the thought of someone in your past, a situation, or even an outcome cause you to look differently at those around you or even God? Are grapefruit your best friend?
Well Orange you glad to be hearing today's sweet episode as we look at the root of bitterness and how it can affect more than just your mind.
The LR BOIS are digging in here to see what causes the "root of bitterness" and how to pull that bad boy out and get a fresh start.
Feeling a little Scroogey this time of year? Not sure how the Grinch stole Christmas but you thought it was a good idea? Well do we have a show for you!
On this episode of Lightning Rounds, the BOIS take a look at how to squash the Christmas humbugs like Kevin taking out the Wet Bandits!
So put on your favorite ugly sweater, fill up a cup with cocoa and let's roast some chestnuts on the open fire as we all cozy up for this special Christmas episode of Lightning Rounds.
Welcome to the LR Thanksgiving Special!
May your stuffing portions never end and your gravy flow like the Jordan River!
The LR trio responds to this question:
"Why is it God's will for us to be thankful?"
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Are there only specific Christians who are gifted with sharing the gospel? Or is it a calling for every Jesus follower? Have you ever shared the gospel and it go horribly wrong? Where hasn't Andrew been on a mission trip?
In this episode, the LR Trio welcome fall into the ears of every listener and dive in the scriptures to uncover the truth about the subject of sharing the gospel.
So grab your early 2000s gospel tracts and let's talk about EVANGELISM!
The LR boyz responds to this listener's question:
"In Matthew 28:19 it says we are commanded to preach the gospel to everyone, but in Ephesians 4:11 it says some are given the gift of evangelism in the church. Then in 2 Timothy 4:5 it says to do the work of an evangelist. So my question is this, are only some given the gift of evangelism even though all are called to preach the gospel?? Or do all of us as believers have that gift but just need to be obedient and step out in faith and do it?"
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Is the universe limitless? Are there aliens in our atmosphere? Does Brenden McPeek wear short shorts?
In this continuation of our last episode we have special guest Brenden McPeek on to help deep dive even further into the subject of aliens and UFOs and how this all looks from the perspective of the Christian.
So put on your favorite Star Wars shirt and let’s find out what happened a long time ago in a galaxy far far away.
The LR trio responds to this listener's question:
"What do you guys think about all the alien and UFO stuff in the news?"
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NOTW. And we’re not talking about the shirt you’re wearing at the latest Third Day concert. We mean things literally not of this world… Aliens, UFOS & UAPS.
But what does the Bible have to say on the subject? The LR boys take a closer look at how the Christian can respond to all that is happening in our skies right now and why it’s important to the believer (in Christ, not just X-Files).
From things seen and unseen, to our government’s involvement in congressional hearings you’ll want to follow along in this special 2 part episode. So buckle up because where we’re going you don’t need roads
The LR trio responds to this listener's question:
"What do you guys think about all the alien and UFO stuff in the news?"
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Have you ever read the bible and just asked the question, "What in the world did I just read?!" If you're like us then you find yourself saying that ALOT.
The Bible is written in many different styles and genres, by many authors, in multiple languages, spanning 3 different continents, over a span of thousands of years... and here we are in the 21st century trying to figure it all out. We hope this episode sheds some light on this subject and helps you understand your bible more!
So pop those headphones in, turn the car volume up, we promise to make you laugh a lot, cry a little, and laugh some more:
The LR trio responds to this listener's question:
"What literary genres are found in the Bible?"
Segment of the day: "What Am I Reading?!"
Suggested Resources in this episode:
• "Basic Bible Interpretation" by Roy B. Zuck
• "Digging In", An Inductive Bible Study Class by Jim Gallaghar
• "Living By The Book", The Art And Science Of Reading The Bible
• The Bible Project - Free Video Resources on the Bible
• "How To Read The Bible Book By Book" by Gordan Fee
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Have you ever just felt like you're unsure if you are where God has you in life? Like you haven't had a burning bush talk to you, or the heavens peeled back to hear a voice from above?
Faithfulness in the desert seasons of life are what instills some of the most important characteristics in a follower of Jesus! So pop those headphones in, turn the car volume up, we promise to make you laugh a lot, cry a little, and laugh some more:
The LR trio responds to this listener's question:
"How do you be faithful where you are planted if you feel like you aren't hearing from the Lord?"
Segment of the day: "A Lightning Round for Lightning Rounds"
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This episode is about the Christian and mental health.
I know... sounds heavy, right? But it's actually pretty funny...but also serious. We love you guys, and we pray for you all the time. Thanks for reading if you've gotten this far.
Your favorite podcast trio responds to this listener's question:
"What should our ideal mental health look like as Christians? Are we allowed to suffer? I know we shouldn’t be anxious, but it’s hard not to be and then when I am anxious it’s like self condemnation for being anxious lol. Hopefully that makes sense. To add clarification, when I’m sad do I need to force myself to be joyful because I’m a Christian, do I need to stop self-doubt because I need to be confident in Christ? Is that attainable?!"
Segment of the day: "Rose & Thorn"
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It's Holy Week, and that's kind of a big deal for Christians.
But have you ever thought what happened to Jesus in between His death and resurrection? Where was He?
Today the LR Boyz talk about this puzzling Holy Week question, and announce the winners of our Instagram contest!
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What's one boat that you can't sink?... A Friendship.
Frodo had Sam, Maverick had Goose, Han had Chewy... Friends are kinda influential in the direction our life takes. But what does the bible have to say about friendship and all the complexities that come with it?
Today's question comes in from a listener:
"How do you deal with friend difficulties? How do you stay intentional with godly friends in your life? How do you leave bad friendships?"
But before we respond to these questions, we have a laugh with our segment of the day: "Unfortunate Church Names"
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So picture this... you're a runaway, minding your own business (which is watching sheep) in the middle of a desert, and a burning bush calls out to you.
Sounds like an episode of The Twilight Zone, right?
Your favorite podcast trio responds to another puzzling question from a listener about the name of God in Exodus 3!
Segment of the day: "Songs To Get The Lightning Going"
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It happens daily, even hourly. Sin has a way of convincing us that it's "home" is in our daily life. But as a follower of Jesus, what does this mean for the sacrifice of Christ? Was that all in vain?
We're back! Your favorite podcast (at least we hope to be) trio makes a comeback to this puzzling question from a listener on Hebrews 10:26.
BEFORE that question, the gang shares a segment called:
"Rose & Thorns"
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We all have regrets in our life. Whether it be hitting the Taco Bell drive-thru late at night on your way home, or not sharing the gospel with a stranger you just had a great conversation with.
Regrets are something we commonly experience in life. But does God regret?
Your favorite podcast (at least we hope to be) trio is back once again with special guest Brenden McPeek to discuss an intriguing question from a listener:
- "How do you reconcile Genesis 6:6 where it says, “and the LORD regretted that He had made man in the earth, and it grieved Him to His heart”, to the sovereign plan of giving His son for us?"
BEFORE we dive deep into that discussion the group has a laugh in a segment called:
"The McWhat?!"
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There's a lot of important decisions to make in life: Does the toliet paper unwind closer to wall or further from it? Should I go back to that bowl-cut I had in elementary school? How to fight a bear... and win?
If you're like us, you've encountered some big decisions in life and felt like you didn't fully have the wisdom you needed to make the right choice. That's where you don't know if you should trust your gut, God, or your friends. Well fear not, your favorite podcast trio is back to discuss an insightful question from a listener like you:
- "How important do you think it is to get counsel from others? When making big decisions, should we just seek the Lord for direction or include seeking wisdom from others?"
BUT as always the group gets really deep into conversations over a segment called:
"Tall Tales From The West...?"
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Do the current world events have you saying, "What's the point"? Are you currently curled up with some Ben & Jerry's Ice Cream, eating your sorrows away as you watch the news? Or maybe you're stoked that your underground bunker project seems like it's going to pay off real soon?
No doubt, the thought of how it all ends, or our place in it all, has crossed our minds lately. The LR trio is joined by their amazingly wise guest Quincey McCook for another great episode! Today's question comes from a listener who asks:
- "How can we maintain a sense of excitement for our futures when the world is crumbling so fast?"
But before the group gets into this question they discuss hilariously bad 1950 Sci-Fi Films. Enjoy.... with some Ben & Jerry's.
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Is this the question that finally stumps the Lightning Trio?! You might have to just take a listen to find out:
- And in all honesty, the question was too long to put here so just listen to the episode to hear it lol
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Lightning has struck... Andrew, Zach, & Hollow FINALLY found a day that worked to record another episode! And this one starts off with one of their favorite segments to date: "Worst Sidekicks Ever". Seriously hilarious... you don't want to miss this one. The LR trio then takes a deep dive into the call of discipleship with this listener's question:
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"What does it look like today to fulfill the call to make disciples amongst the nations in today's culture?"
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"P.S. Do you think there is a difference between discipleship and mentoring?"
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Yes, we know... we've missed you too. Where do we even begin? It's 2022?! You're probably listening to the Encanto soundtrack. The LA Rams won the Super Bowl?! Twinkies taste better frozen?! Okay... maybe that last one is unnecessary information (but seriously you should go try it... if you're not like on a diet or something). Anyways I'll stop. Just listen to this episode, it'll be better than reading this caption!
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Andrew & Zach have some history with this episode's guest. From youth camps, to worship nights, and even a wedding (which you'll hear a funny story about),e they've just about seen it all with Pete Denham! The whole conversation starts off with a great segment called: "Would You Move Here?" as Pete and Zach both share about their upcoming moves across country. Enjoy this light-hearted, but also faith strengthening conversation as the these three amigos talk over these questions :
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"Is it a sin to struggle with deconstructing your faith?"
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"What is your advice for a christian who might find themselves struggling with deconstruction and doubt?"
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This is Lightning Rounds! Andrew & Zach (in their unofficial studio that doubles as their office) invite special guest and friend Billy Scherer to chat with them. This RYA trio start their convo off with a segment called: "You Did What In Your Sleep?!" After having a laugh, they transition into this question :
- "What is the importance of rest in a christian's life?"
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Thanks for listening to Lightning Rounds! Today's episode has Andrew & Zach back in their unofficial studio that doubles as their office, joined with previous guest and honorable friend Brenden McPeek. The three of them continue their topical talks about spiritual truths by discussing the third person of the Trinity: The Holy Spirit, or if you read KJV "the Holy Ghost". Andrew, Zach, and Brenden cover these questions about the Holy Spirit :
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"Who Is the Holy Spirit"
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"Why does the christian need Him?"
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"What does the Holy Spirit do?"
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"What is your experience with the Holy Spirit?"
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What's up! In this episode of Lightning Rounds, Andrew & Zach are feeling a little crowded in their unofficial studio, that double as their office. The duo are joined by the bearded trinity that is our A/V Team at church: Josh, Michael, & Brandon. All five of them (yes five) open the episode up by sharing facial hair facts in a segment called, "The More You Beard". Andrew, Zach, Josh, Michael, and Brandon then afterwards respond to this question sent in from a Lightning Rounds listener :
- "What is the best way to share my faith with my family, friends, strangers, etc when I am still learning and growing in my walk with the Lord, even though I might not know all the answers but I still have a desire to be obedient to the call of the Great Commission?"
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In today's episode of Lightning Rounds, the Young Adult Ministry duo, Andrew & Zach, invite their most talented friend, Bryan Malolot, to join them in on the conversation! All three of them have been in church ministry for a number of years and have had some embarrassing moments happen to them while in ministry. So today's episode kicks off with the group going around and sharing some of these embarrassing ministry moments in a segment called "One Time At Church...". Andrew, Zach, and Bryan afterwards respond to this question sent in from one of you listeners :
- "What would you recommend for someone to do if they are wanting to go into ministry, but are unsure if they're called/what they're called to? What do you do if you are feeling called into ministry?"
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Thanks for joining us on Lightning Rounds! In today's episode, Andrew and Zach invited their best colorblind friend, Hollow Cobos, back to talk! The three amigos start off with a trivia segment called "Did I Need To Know That?" where they are presented with hilariously random trivia questions. Soon after the trio goes deep in thought and reflection in responding to a listener's question :
- "How do you actively surrender something to God? What does this look like in the life of a believer?"
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We're back! Welcome to Lightning Rounds! In today's episode, Andrew and Zach are joined by one of their best colorblind friends Hollow Cobos. The three of them have a laugh in a segment called "Is This Really A Sport?", as well as answering a question from a listener :
- "Is 1 Thess 5:16-18 meant to be taken literally?"
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Hey! Welcome to Lightning Rounds! Today, Andrew and Zach are joined by their friend Brenden McPeek to listen to him share his story of conversion. The trio uses this episode to tackle the subject of The Gospel. As a Christian, it is easy to let these subjects lose their true meaning in our everyday walk following the way of Jesus. Get ready for some laughs and a good reminder on these questions :
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"What is the gospel?"
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"Why do we need the gospel?"
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"How does the gospel change my life?"
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Welcome to Lightning Rounds! We know, we know.... it's been way too long since our last episode! But on today's episode, Zach runs by some funny questions some of our instagram followers had for Pastor Andrew - we call it Ask Andrew ANYTHING. Afterwards the duo chats about what God has been teaching them personally as Refuge Young Adults has been going through a series on the Holy Spirit. It's a quick easy listen; we hope you're blessed!
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Welcome to Lightning Rounds! In today's episode, everybody is in a good mood... with maybe a little bit too much laughing. Refuge Young Adults duo: Andrew and Zach, steal away Quincey McCook to talk through a couple of hilarious Youth Group Names and jump into the topic of how to study the Bible! This topic was inspired by this question from one of our listeners :
- "What are some questions to ask yourself to help you dive in deeper in your personal Bible study?"
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This is Season 2 of Lightning Rounds! With our second episode of the season, Andrew and Zach bribe the leader of the high school ministry, Matt Mestaz, to respond to a few questions with them! The group gets a chance to read off funny church signs and continue the Question & Response time with these 3 questions sent in from listeners :
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"How can I be a light in my workplace and other secular areas of Christian life?"
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"What’s the difference between repenting & getting saved & returning to God? / Do you have to 'go up' to get saved?"
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"How do you balance planning ahead and simply trusting the Lord?"
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Welcome to Season 2 of Lightning Rounds! In our first episode of this season, the duo Andrew and Zach are joined by one of their favorite guest hosts Joel Ronzheimer! They start off the conversation with a segment called: "Wait... What?!", joking on hilarious oxymorons. And the crew continues the Question & Response time with these 3 questions sent in from listeners :
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"If we want to walk like Jesus, we are called to forgive and walk in love; but if the person we choose to forgive continues to hurt us, when is it okay to completely “walk away” from that relationship?"
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"How do you balance those two ideas of being welcoming to the unsaved without being influenced in a bad way by them? And also how do you stand your ground on what you believe is right and true without sounding dogmatic and condemning?"
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"What makes porn such a problem? What are some ways to battle an addiction to it?"
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RECORDED 1/4/2021
This is the 2nd part to the conversation started in the previous episode. In this episode the group Andrew & Lauren Neumann as well as Zach & Emma Ruiz talk about dating and the christian life. As always the crew has a laugh in a segment where Andrew & Zach read off Christian Pick-up Lines to their wives. But the conversation gets deeper and practical while they respond to these questions on dating from listeners :
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"When you dated your spouse, did you know they were 'the one' right away?"
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"Tinder / Dating Websites... can christians use them to find a blessed relationship?"
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"In dating, who should make the first move?"
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"What are some realistic couple boundaries to avoid falling into sin?"
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"What does it look like to have God in the center of the relationship?"
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"How can a dating couple grow stronger in Christ together?"
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RECORDED 1/4/2021
Andrew Neumann & Zach Ruiz are joined by two wonderfully special guests... their wives! Lauren Neumann & Emma Ruiz join the duo to talk about singleness and the christian life. They start with a segment where the group has to figure out if a quote is from a love song or the book of Song of Solomon. The questions on singleness they respond to are :
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"How can I steward my singleness and use it as a time to get closer to the Lord?"
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"When will I know God is getting me ready to be in a relationship?"
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"How can I best prepare for a godly relationship during a season of singleness?"
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RECORDED 12/3/2020
The Young Adults ministry duo Andrew Neumann & Zach Ruiz are joined by special guest Josiah Erickson, who pastors the Jr. High Ministry at church. It's Christmas season and the group is feeling it! Zach gets to challenge Andrew and Jo in segment game called "Name That Christmas Movie". The group also responds to honest questions sent in by some of you! :
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"What's the difference between struggling in sin and living in sin?"
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"What do you make of Mark 3:29, which identifies blasphemy against the Holy Spirit as unforgivable?"
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"What does the Bible say about overthinking and how can we overcome it?"
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RECORDED 10/19/2020
Andrew Neumann and Zach Ruiz are joined by Kelli Nelson, who serves on our church worship team. When church and coffee get mixed together, interesting things happen. The group has a laugh reading some of the corniest church coffee shop names. They also sound off on questions sent in :
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"How do I get rid of laziness in my life and in my christian walk?"
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"Where is the line drawn between obedience and legalism?"
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"How to live with the awareness of Christ's presence today?"
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RECORDED 10/2/2020
Andrew, Zach, and Joel Ronzheimer read another segment of Chuck Norris "Facts". The trio also answers some questions sent in through Instagram :
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"How do you explain to a new Christian why missionary dating is not the way to go?"
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"How do you minister to someone with mental illness?"
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"If God's delays are not necessarily His denials, how can you tell when it is His delay or His denial?".
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RECORDED 8/21/2020
Apologies for the bad audio on this episode!
Hosting team Andrew and Zach are joined again by their friend Joel Ronzheimer. The group discusses their favorite coffee drinks, funny questions that kids ask, and sound off on these questions sent in by listeners : "How do you deal with constant doubt, and how to move past it?", "What has been your motivations each day during the quarantine season?", "How do you get out of the friend zone?", and "Is it wise to go on with normal life when the world is as dark as it is now and coming to an end?".
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RECORDED 6/27/2020
Andrew Neumann and Zach Ruiz are joined by an awesome guest, friend, and podcast fan(?) : Quincey McCook. The three of them talk about a G.K. Chesterton quote on staying like a child in keeping joy in all moments of life. The group has a blast reading off some of worst book titles out there, and answering the questions : "In committing sin are we taking advantage of God's grace?", "What's the best way to witness to a friend who boldly rejects the gospel time after time?", and "How to explain explain religion vs our faith?".
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RECORDED 5/22/2020
Andrew Nuemann and Zach Ruiz are joined by special guest Joel Ronzheimer, who is creating the coffee cart here at church. The group reads off some the internet's funniest apologies in a segment called "Sorry Not Sorry", and they answer the question : "Why is apologetics so important for a christian?"
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RECORDED 5/15/2020
Andrew and Zach continue their conversation with guest Chris Wimberly. They read off some more amazing Chuck Norris "Facts", as well as get deeper in answering some sent in questions: "How do you know if you're hearing from the Lord?" & "How did you know what your calling was?"
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RECORDED 5/8/2020
Andrew Neumann and Zachary Ruiz are joined by guest / friend Chris Wimberly. We read some Chuck Norris "Facts" because why not?! Also this episode talk about what is happening in the world, and what good in our life has come out of this quarantine season.
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RECORDED 2/20/2020
Our first episode of Lightning Rounds. Andrew Neumann, Zach Ruiz, and Andrew Drey discuss funny stories and answer some listener questions.
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