STAND STRONG: Recent Episodes
Paul White, Noah Diestelkamp
God’s Word offers encouragement that fuels our faith and deepens our trust in Jesus. In this weekly podcast, Paul and Noah open the Bible in search of practical principles for standing strong. Let’s dig in!
In this week's episode: Patience, the gates of Hell, digital baptism, and more! Thank you to my guest this episode, Don Hooton.
Proverbs Made Personal – Proverbs 25:15
Topic of the Day – Peter & the Gospel to the Gentiles
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People Want to Hear: Befriending and influencing younger people
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This episode is the second of a two-part discussion on principles for parenting which we can draw from the character of God. Thank you to my guest this episode, Eric Wise.
In this episode, we discuss recognizing the role of parents in the family versus that of the children, how we can train children to grow into mature thinking and personal conviction, and we conclude with a challenge for parents: God is worthy of respect... Are we?
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This episode is the first of a two-part discussion on principles for parenting which we can draw from the character of God. Thank you to my guest this episode, Eric Wise.
In this episode, we discuss the way in which parents can and should point to God in the way we parent – in consequences, in compassion, and in dependability.
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In this episode, we continue to consider last week's "People Want to Hear" topic: Elders. Let's look at 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1, and 1 Peter 5 to better appreciate why Elders are a blessing and why their character is a positive challenge to us all.
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In this week's episode: Sincerity, the character of God, prayers for wisdom, and more! Thank you to my guest this episode, BJ Sipe.
Proverbs Made Personal – Proverbs 11:19
Topic of the Day – Grace & Works
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People Want to Hear: Why are elders important?
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In our first episode without Paul, Noah discusses the future of the podcast, asks to hear from you using the updated Listener Survey, and shares a challenge from Acts 6 and 7.
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In this special episode, we focus our entire time on discussing practical Biblical principles of marriage – from Creation patterns to apostolic teaching and everywhere between. How will your marriage bring God glory?
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Departing from our regular rhythm, we spend this episode further discussing last weeks "Topic of the Day," Praying Christians. In this discussion, we want to encourage you to pray in faith in all situations with a grateful heart!
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In this week's episode: Parental joy, praying for opportunities, good gifts, and more!
Proverbs Made Personal – Proverbs 23:15-16
Topic of the Day – Praying Christians
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People Want to Hear: "Jesus took my place on the cross"?
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Join us this week as we spend time discussing the details of last week's "People Want to Hear" topic: The Lord's Supper & Baptism. What connection is there between being baptized and sharing in the Lord's Supper? Why is this something we concern ourselves with AND should we be more/less concerned about it?
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In this week's episode: Good intentions, aptitude tests, the relationship between wisdom and contentment, and more!
Proverbs Made Personal – Proverbs 19:2
Topic of the Day – Building Up Each Other's Gifts
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People Want to Hear: The Lord's Supper & Baptism
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This week, we spend more time discussing last week's "People Want to Hear" topic: Talking to Others About Jesus. How can we overcome the awkwardness we feel and tell people the good news?
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In this week’s episode: Poisoned wells, backyard fences, thanksgiving, and more.
Proverbs Made Personal — Proverbs 25:26
Topic of the Day — Boundaries (with guest, Tim King)
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People Want to Hear: Talking to Others About Jesus
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Join us as we further unpack last week's "People Want to Hear" topic: Budgeting, Finances, and Stewardship.
What are practical, biblically-based tips for responsibly handling our resources?
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Season 10 of Stand Strong comes with a new format! Join Paul and Noah as they work through the five segments of this episode:
Proverbs Made Personal – Proverbs 11:14
Topic of the Day – New Year, New Me
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People Want to Hear: Budgeting, Finances, and Stewardship
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One more episode before the year ends: THANKSGIVING. Join us as we consider the biblical theme of thanksgiving and gratitude, its importance, and practical things we can do to encourage a grateful heart within ourselves.
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Join us as we wrap up this Letter of Joy with Paul's gratitude for the provision God had provided in every circumstance.
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In the final chapter of this letter, we find Paul encouraging specific Christians to "agree in the Lord" so that they can work together as sisters in Christ. In this episode, we also work to understand the importance of being filled with the things of God.
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As Paul continues his encouragement to put confidence in Christ, he reminds his readers of their upward call in Jesus.
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Paul encourages the Philippians to "rejoice in the Lord," and proceeds to remind them that joy and confidence can ultimately only be found in Christ, not in the flesh.
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As Paul wraps up his teaching on having the servant mindset of Christ, he presents the Philippians with two men who exemplify service – Timothy and Epaphroditus.
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What happens when we follow Jesus' example of obedience and submission? Join us as we discuss how God works in us through our obedience to achieve his will and accomplish his glory!
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Continuing through Philippians 2, this episode discusses how Paul describes the mind of Christ in us – sacrificial service for the glory of God.
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As we move from chapter 1 to chapter 2, we observe how the apostle Paul admonishes his readers to live worthy of the gospel by working together, united in Christ.
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In this second episode on Philippians chapter 1, we look at the premium priority Paul placed on the Gospel. Paul's joy is found in the Gospel of Christ being preached!
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Paul's letter to the Philippians is a letter of joy. Join us in this first episode of Philippians chapter 1 as we look at the joy Paul found in his relationship with others through Christ and the Gospel.
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In the final episode of Season 8, we consider Paul's closing exhortation to pray. How does this connect to our spiritual battles? What does this mean for our hearts and our minds?
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Join us as we consider the "whole armor of God," as Paul describes it in Ephesians 6. What is this armor and how does it help us in our spiritual battles?
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As the apostle Paul begins to conclude his letter, he encourages his readers to stand strong in the strength of God. His reason? We are at war!
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In Ephesians 6, Paul concludes his comments on transformed relationships by giving instructions to Christian slaves and Christian masters.
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As Paul continues to teach how relationships are transformed in Christ, he turns his attention to children and parents.
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The Apostle Paul says that the one-flesh union of marriage is an image of Christ and the Church. Before he reveals that, however, he gives instructions to men and women regarding their roles as husbands and wives. Join us as we now consider his instructions for husbands.
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The Apostle Paul says that the one-flesh union of marriage is an image of Christ and the Church. Before he reveals that, however, he gives instructions to men and women regarding their roles as husbands and wives. Join us as we first consider his instructions for wives.
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Continuing in Ephesians 5, join us in studying the concept of walking "circumspectly" and how we can demonstrate wisdom in our walk.
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Join us as we continue our study of Ephesians 5, considering what it means to walk in the light and bear its fruit – that which is good, right, and true.
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As our reading crosses into Ephesians 5, the apostle Paul warns that our thoughts, words, and actions need to align with our new life in Christ. As children of God, we have an inheritance, but we can be deceived into violating that inheritance if we are not careful.
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Join us as we discuss the end of Ephesians 4 where Paul challenges his readers to recognize the practical transformation we must experience in Christ.
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As Paul continues to emphasize unity in Ephesians 4, he reminds his readers that the goal of each member of the body is to help "the body grow... in love."
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Join us in Ephesians 4, where the Apostle Paul begins to describe the conduct to which we are called, prioritizing the unity we have in the Spirit.
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In light of the discouragement that can come from opposition, Paul prays for his Ephesian brethren, highlighting the love of God as the foundation for spiritual strength.
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As we begin Ephesians 3, we see Paul continue to write about Jews and Gentiles being united in Jesus. Join us as we consider the "mystery of Christ" regarding the church and what it means for our lives today.
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In the second part of Ephesians 2, Paul emphasizes how the blood of Jesus has "brought near those who were far off" – that is the Gentiles. Join us as we consider the impact and application of Jesus being our peace!
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As we enter the first part of Ephesians 2, we read Paul expressing what God had accomplished by his great power worked through Christ – the resurrection of those who were dead in sin. Join us in a discussion of Ephesians 2:1-10!
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Before the Apostle Paul admonishes his readers to "walk worthy of the calling," he prays that they understand the hope of their calling and the God who offers this hope. In this episode, Paul and Noah spend time unpacking Paul's prayer in Ephesians chapter 1.
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The Apostle Paul opens his letter to the Ephesians with a section of praise toward God as he reflects on what the Father, the Son, and the Spirit have done on our behalf. Join us in this episode as we discuss the blessings we have in Christ and the assurance we can find in him!
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Welcome to Season 8: Calling & Conduct!
In this episode, Paul and Noah briefly discuss their plan to work through the letter to the Ephesians while considering the specifics of Paul's teaching as well as how that teaching impacts us today.
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As we conclude our Journey Through James, we spend time considering the consistent truth of God's Word and wrestle with verses which are difficult to understand.
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In this episode, Paul and Noah discuss some of the applications we can make from James' final admonitions to his readers.
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Reading James 5 reveals a God of faithfulness, compassion, and justice. Join us as we dive into the final chapter of James!
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Join Paul and Noah as they discuss practical applications from James 4, including the dangers of being friends with the world and the importance of humbly removing sin from our lives.
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James 4 begins with an intensely pointed question: "What causes quarrels and what causes fights among you?" What follows is a section of Scripture that clearly illustrates the importance of having a humble heart.
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The pages of James 4 are full of ways we can learn about God and his character! Join Paul and Noah as they discuss God's dealings with the humble.
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In this episode, Paul and Noah spend time discussing some of the most important applications from James 3.
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James' sober teaching regarding the power of the tongue offers a lot of application for us as we journey through James!
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Join us in James 3 as we consider what this chapter reveals about God.
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In this episode, Paul and Noah spend time on some important phrases in James 2:
"The honorable name by which were called"
"Judgment is without mercy to one who has shown no mercy"
"You believe that God is one"
"Faith apart from works is useless"
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James 2 is one of the most application-heavy sections of this epistle. What can 21st century Christians learn from 1st century problems? The answer is largely found in two words: "Love" and "Faith."
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We continue our Journey Through James as we enter chapter 2, again asking the question "What can we learn about God?"
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In this episode, Paul and Noah each bring for discussion two high-impact points from James 1. James' straightforward, in-your-face teaching challenges us to make practical application in our lives!
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Having studied James 1 for the purpose of better understanding God, we now turn our attention to better understand the part we have to play. How does James' writing apply to us in our lives? Join us as we continue the journey through James!
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Welcome to Season 7: Journey Through James!
In this episode, we begin our journey by digging through James 1 for what we can learn and know about God. James' practical instruction and encouragement is rooted in the person of God – how does that expand our understanding of who God is?
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The words of King Lemuel's mother ring out across the millennia: "An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels." In this episode, we unpack the description of the virtuous woman of Proverbs 31.
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Proverbs offers wisdom regarding companionship for all ages and all times. Join us as we discuss the impact of our friends and things we ought to consider when choosing our companions.
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When the Proverbs tell us that God hates something or finds it detestable, it is worth pausing to consider why. As we learn more about God and his nature, we will better understand how we are called to love what he loves and hate what he hates.
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Generations upon generations have noted and commented on the allure of alcohol. Join us as we look to the wisdom of the Proverbs to consider what is so enticing about alcohol and what warnings we should keep in mind.
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In this episode, we continue last week's discussion on parenting, getting into some of the practical issues of instruction, obedience, and correction. Join us as we look to the proverbs for God's insight into practical parenting issues.
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The Proverbs offer a multitude of wisdom regarding the purpose, value, and practical effects of parenting. In this episode, we discuss the role of wisdom in parenting as well as the importance of having the right perspective toward parenting.
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Join us as we continue last week's discussion on the fear of the Lord with a particular focus on what this fear can and should produce in our minds, our hearts, and our lives.
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"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge..." In our pursuit of true knowledge and wisdom, the Proverbs are clear we need to start from and build upon the fear of the Lord – but what is the fear of the Lord? And how does that help us in our pursuit of wisdom?
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Like cars, people have blind spots. Join us today as we discuss what the Proverbs has to teach us about what causes our blind spots and some of the best ways we can grow in this area!
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Proverbs has a lot to say about laziness. However, it doesn't just talk about the stereotypical "lazy bum," and instead it challenges us to consider what it means to be truly diligent. Join us as we discuss what counsel the Proverbs can offer the couch potato.
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Jesus said in Matthew 6:24, "You cannot serve God and money." The book of Proverbs has a multitude of wisdom on proper attitudes about money and our relationship to it. In today's episode, we consider warnings about the danger of wealth as well as admonitions for how we can rejoice in the blessings of God.
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The Proverbs contain counsel that reminds women that wisdom and discretion are of more value than beauty. Join us in this episode as we consider some of the warnings and encouragements that women can find in the wisdom literature.
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"My son, be attentive to my wisdom; incline your hear to my understanding..." So begins the section of Proverbs 5-7 wherein the writer gravely warns the reader regarding the temptation to foolishness and sexual immorality. In this episode, we talk about the relevance these warnings have for Christian men today.
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While the Proverbs often speak about our speech, James writes in 3:2, "If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to bridle his whole body." Indeed, controlling our speech is an act of self-discipline. Join us as we discuss the power of our speech, the importance of our discipline, and the practical advice the Proverbs offer on this topic.
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In a culture that thrives on lifestyle comparison, Christians must be wary of being mastered by the green giant of envy. Join us as we look at the wisdom that James and the Proverbs have to offer regarding the dangers of (and the antidote to) envy.
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Welcome back to the Proverbs Project!
Anger and wrath are consistently warned against in the book of Proverbs. However, when we find ourselves angry, we often also find ourselves at a loss about why we are angry. Join us in this episode as we discuss what makes us angry and the importance of mastering our own spirit.
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Welcome to Season 6!
Before we take short break, we introduce our new theme which will focus on drawing practical application from God's wisdom literature.
Be sure to tune back in on Septemeber 2 as we begin this journey together!
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Did Jesus really get baptized?
When Jesus comes to John to be baptized, his response is "I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?" This is likely similar to our initial response to Jesus' baptism – why is the perfect and blameless Messiah being baptized? In this final episode of Season 5, we dig into why Jesus' reply is "Let it be so now..."
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Did Jesus really turn water to wine?
In John 2, we are told about "the first" of Jesus' signs which took place at a wedding in Cana. While this passage is often surrounded by secondary discussions, in this episode, we want to get to heart of this sign and understand what this sign tells about Jesus.
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Did Jesus really walk on water?
This is most likely the most well-known and widely-recognize of Jesus' miracles and a clear sign of Jesus' divinity. But how does Jesus' miracle and Peter's interaction affect our understanding of faith and commitment to God?
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Did Jesus really spit in a man's eyes?
In Mark 8, we find a miracle that we find strange on multiple levels. First, Jesus spits on the man's eyes to heal him, which is unusual. Then, it doesn't seem to work completely, which is singular among Jesus' recorded miracles. Why did Jesus perform this miracle in this way and what was he intending his disciples to learn?
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Did Jesus really set a child before his disciples?
Several times in his ministry, Jesus used children as an object lesson for his disciples. In this episode, we consider what he was teaching his disciples and how that informs our understanding of Jesus today.
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Did Jesus really break the Sabbath?
In Luke 6 and Matthew 12, Jesus' opponents accuse him and his disciples of violating Sabbath law. How Jesus responds to these accusations can help us understand the character of God and how that influences the commands he gives.
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Did Jesus really curse a fig tree?
Found in the same context as cleansing the temple, this account of Jesus causing a fig tree to wither and die is one that often garners questions. What is the purpose of Jesus' response to the tree?
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Did Jesus really drive people out of the Temple?
This event recorded in all four gospels gets our attention. Why would Jesus drive people out of the Temple? What are we supposed to learn and understand when reading these accounts?
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"What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate" (Matthew 19:6). While we cannot cover the entire discussion surrounding divorce in a single podcast episode, we want to use our time today to consider the main point of Jesus' teaching in this context so we can better understand what God desires regarding marriage.
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"But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you" (Matthew 6:17-18). Should we take Jesus' words here to mean that fasting is something for all Christians through all time? If so, when and how should we fast?
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"Judge not, that you be not judged" (Matthew 7:1). Edwin Crozier joins us again in this episode as we discuss judgment, hypocrisy, Jesus' instructions in Matthew 7.
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"If you ask me anything in my name, I will do it" (John 14:14). Edwin Crozier joins us in this episode as we discuss Jesus' teaching regarding faithful prayer.
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"It is more blessed to give than to receive" (Acts 20:35). As Paul says farewell to the Ephesian elders, he ends with a reminder of Jesus' teaching about the blessedness of giving. How can we better understand this concept and its importance for our lives? How is our generosity connected to living the Gospel of Jesus Christ?
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"Everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart" (Matthew 5:28). This and the verses that follow is are one of the most challenging teachings we find in the Sermon on the Mount. What is Jesus saying about our hearts? And what does Jesus require of us in order to keep our hearts pure?
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"Do not resist the one who is evil" (Matthew 5:39). In a culture where we are encouraged to "fight for our rights," this instruction from Jesus is truly counter-cultural. How are we to understand this command in its context and in our lives today?
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"Go, sell all you have, give to the poor, and come follow me" (Mark 10:21). When Jesus said this to a rich young man, why did he go away in sorrow? What should we learn from Jesus' statement here?
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"I desire mercy and not sacrifice" (Matthew 9:13). Why did Jesus quote the prophet Hosea in this context? What can we learn about what Jesus wants of us? Join us as we discuss these questions and more!
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"First go and reconcile..." (Matthew 5:23). What did Jesus mean when he gave this instruction? What did this indicate about Jesus' priorities? Join us as we discuss these questions and more!
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Welcome to Season 5!
In this episode, we introduce our new theme, "Did Jesus Really...?" Join us as we discuss why understanding the life and teaching of Jesus is important and helpful for us as Christians!
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In the final episode of season 4, we dig deeper into how being a disciple affects our relationships with other Christians. If we follow Christ, what is our responsibility to others who do the same? Join us as we conclude "21st Century Discipleship."
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This episode is 3 of 3 on the topic of discipleship in the context of family.
Today, we talk to the kids! We've prepared today's discussion especially for kids generally ages 6-12, but we pray it will be helpful for everyone in the home as we discuss what it means to follow Jesus in our relationship with our parents.
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This episode is 2 of 3 on the topic of discipleship in the context of family. Our discussion today revolves around the challenges and blessings of raising our children to be Jesus' disciples.
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This episode is 1 of 3 on the topic of discipleship in the context of family. Our discussion today revolves around the overlap of our responsibilities as a Disciple of Jesus and as a dad.
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Over the past 20 years, social media has transformed the landscape of business, politics, religion, and everyday life. In this episode, we discuss some of the potential pitfalls of social media as well as principles for engaging in social media productively as a disciple of Jesus.
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While "humanism" covers a wide range of beliefs and worldviews, most have this in common: There is no supernatural and humanity is left to its own devices.
As Christians, this is obviously at odds with a biblical worldview. In this episode, we discuss how elements of humanism have come to affect our worldview and things we must consider in order to keep a clear, bible-based perspective on life and the purpose of our creation.
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In this episode, we discuss the topic of gambling. Gambling is an ancient pastime that takes many forms. What place, if any, should it have in the life of a disciple of Christ? And how can we wisely apply Scripture in this discussion?
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Returning from our break for the month of December, we discuss the topic of dancing – how does Scripture speak about dancing, why is there concern about dancing, and how can we get to the heart of the discussion?
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In this episode, we continue our discussion on evangelism – what do we need in order to evangelize? What is the nature of the gospel? And where can we start in telling people about Jesus?
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As disciples, we often understand the need to make disciples. But what that looks like and how it affects us is a more difficult discussion.
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God admires modesty, so we would be eager to understand what it is. In this episode, we consider the heart of modesty and discuss a modest lifestyle.
Question of the Day: "Jesus warns in Luke 12 against 'all kinds of greed.' What other kinds of greed should we be aware of?"
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What role alcohol should or should not play in the life of a Christian has been the subject many sermons, classes, and books. Join us as we discuss why our heart and motivation are of great importance in this type of discussion.
Question of the Day: "Why is drinking alcohol such a sensitive subject among Christians?"
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Material needs are a part of every day we live – food, shelter, clothing. But what happens when we become overly concerned and preoccupied with material things? In this episode, we work to better understand the nature of materialism as well as how Christians can combat the temptation to focus on physical things.
Question of the Day: "Does God only hear the prayers of his children?"
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In this episode, Lawrence Kelly joins us for a discussion of surrounding the Holy Spirit, ending by considering what it means to live and walk in the Spirit.
Question of the Day: "I very much desire to live by the Spirit. How do I live a life led by the Spirit?"
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In this episode, we discuss the danger of idolatry for 21st century Christians. How can we better understand modern-day idolatry, how can we identify our own idols, and what can we do to "flee idolatry," as Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 10:14?
Question of the Day: "In your estimation, what do you think is the biggest form of idolatry for us today? Where would you start with the discussion of idolatry?"
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Season 4 comes with a new theme and a new format!
The goal of this season is to think about modern-day topics from a biblical perspective. There are many issues and arguments today that are not specifically spoken of in Scripture, but that does not mean that Scripture has nothing to say about these topics. In this season, we will consider practical ways in which our lives are affected when we choose to be modern day disciples of Jesus.
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As we wrap up Season 3, we consider some final thoughts about the power of prayer, confidence in praying, and living life in light of our prayer.
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In this episode, we discuss pornography.
This episode is the third of a series called "Present-Day Praying." The purpose of these episodes is to discuss how to better THINK and PRAY about current events and cultural issues from a scriptural perspective.
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In this episode, we discuss abortion.
This episode is the third of a series called "Present-Day Praying." The purpose of these episodes is to discuss how to better THINK and PRAY about current events and cultural issues from a scriptural perspective.
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In this episode, we discuss suffering, pain, and trial.
This episode is the second of a series called "Present-Day Praying." The purpose of these episodes is to discuss how to better THINK and PRAY about current events and cultural issues from a scriptural perspective.
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Join us on this episode as we answer some of our most common questions regarding prayer.
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In this episode, we discuss the LGBTQ movement.
This episode is the first of a series called "Present-Day Praying." The purpose of these episodes is to discuss how to better THINK and PRAY about current events and cultural issues from a scriptural perspective.
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
Prayer is always important, but how much more emphatically important when we are in the middle of big changes and significant decisions? In today's episode, we discuss the role prayer plays in the process of appointing additional shepherds, specifically because we are entering that time of change here at the church in Cedar Park.
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A truth of human existence is change. As Christians, it is important we recognize that though times and circumstances change, God does not. When we recognize God's eternal and unchanging nature, we are better equipped to communicate with him when our life is ever-changing and tumultuous.
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When Jesus prays in John 17, he prays for himself, his apostles, and all who would have faith in him because of his apostles' teachings. In this episode, we discuss what we can learn from Jesus' prayer. How does it affect our prayer? What encouragement can we take from the fact that Jesus prayed for us?
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Because we are fighting a spiritual battle, we need to be spiritually equipped. In this episode, we discuss the role prayer plays in our spiritual warfare as well as what it means to "labor" or "struggle" in prayer.
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Prayer is powerful becasue God is powerful. But prayer is also a tool by which God can change us – reconnecting us to him, reminding us of the bigger picture, and realigning us with his will. In this episode we consider how prayer can help us when get "out of alignement" from the Lord.
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We often think of prayer as being about the words we say. While those are not inconsequential, what is far more important is the heart we bring to prayer. Join us as we touch on Matthew 6, Luke 18, and James 1 to better understand how prayer is "more than words."
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When the disciples made the request, "teach us to pray," Jesus' response was to demonstrate prayer. In this episode, we consider what struggles we have in our prayer and how Jesus' example in Luke 11 and Matthew 6 help us overcome those struggles.
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People devoted to God will naturally be devoted to prayer. That said, why are we often less devoted to prayer than we know we ought to be? And what can we do to establish a habit of prayer?
Join us as we discuss the scriptural admonition to be "devoted to prayer" and what that can look like in our everyday lives.
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Season 3 will be dedicated to the discussion of prayer. The goal of this season is to emphasize the importance of connecting to God in prayer, to encourage deeper and more meaningful prayer, and to illustrate practical prayer.
Join us in this journey! Let's grow our prayer together.
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We wrap up Season 2 by studying the importance of love in pursuing oru goal of being "together as one." Join us in Colossians 3, 1 Peter 4, and other texts where we learn what love is and why it is so essential to our relationships with one another.
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Join us on today's episode as we discuss how faith can bond us all in unity - standing strong behind a shield of His might.
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God wants us to come together and find unity, especially in our worship. However, history has shown us that how we worship can often be an area of conflict. In today's episode, we consider steps we can take and questions we can ask to turn these "worship wars" into opportunities for growth and unity.
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This is the third and final episode of a three-episode mini-series, "One Text, Two Perspectives," wherein we open our Bibles together and discuss our understanding of a specific passage. Today, we are looking at Micah 6:8 to consider some core ideas of goodness in God's eyes. He has told us what is good! Now what do we do with that information?
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This is the second of a three-episode mini-series, "One Text, Two Perspectives," wherein we open our Bibles together and discuss our understanding of a specific passage. Today, we open to Psalm 127 to discuss the family – whether we are in the role of parents or children, this song of Solomon has some truths to teach us!
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This is the first of a three-episode mini-series, "One Text, Two Perspectives," wherein Paul and Noah open their Bibles together and discuss their understanding of a specific passage.
Today, they look at Ephesians 5 to consider what it means to walk in love, to walk in the light, and to walk wisely.
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
We hear the word "fellowship" used in a variety of ways. When the book of Acts tells us that the first-century disciples were "devoted to fellowship," what did that mean? And what should we be learning from that example in our church today?
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
Join us on this episode of Bridging the Gap as we dig deeper into the topic of bridging the gaps in our Christian relationships in order to build stronger fellowship and unity with one another and how this fostering our relationships with the brethren enables us to stand strong.
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
Having differences is human – different backgrounds and experiences, ages and genders – but how are Christians supposed to find unity in light of these differences? In this episode, we discuss the kind of "gaps" we face as disciples and consider the importance of finding ways to build bridges to one another's lives.
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
Welcome to Season 2 of the Stand Strong podcast! In this episode, we introduce our next theme, "Together As One." As we each pursue getting to know God better, we should also be finding a stronger and greater foundation for our relationship with one another. God wants his people united in his work, not divided, so we must ask ourselves – Are we willing to do what it takes to find unity in Christ?
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
In our final episode of "Getting to Know God Better," we look at Scripture to better understand God's most well-known attribute: Love. When looking at God's Word, we quickly find that God's love is not just TALKED about, it is SEEN on every page of the Bible. Join us in considering the practical effects of God's love in our lives.
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
This is part two on our discussion of God's grace. Continuing our discussion from last week, we consider what Scripture has to say about how our hearts, minds, and lives should change in light of God's grace. What does it look like to be trained by grace?
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
In this first of two episodes on God's grace, we look to Scripture to understand what grace is and what God's grace means for us. Today's discusison revolves around the nature of grace in preparation for next week's episode, which will focus on what a life in God's grace looks like.
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
Over the course of history, humanity has shown itself quick to cry for justice, yet quite willing to commit injustice toward one another. In this episode, we consider God's justice – how does it affect our view of sin? Of ourselves? Of our present world? Perhaps most importantly of all, how does it affect our view of Jesus' sacrifice on the cross? Join us as we consider Colossians, the Psalms, James, and more so we can get to know God's justice better.
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
"Consider the kindness and severity of God," writes Paul in Romans 11:22. In this episode, we follow up our discussion of God's goodness with the companion disussion of his wrath. When we hear wrath, we often picture somebody out of control, lashing out in anger. Is that the picture we see of God? And how does God's wrath change our everyday decsions? Join us as we look to God's Word!
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
We sing "God is so good," and indeed, he is. But his goodness is not aimless, rather it is aimed at our hearts – it is intended to prick us and convict us! Open your Bibles with us. "If indeed you have tasted that the Lord is good," what does that mean for you this week?
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
Titus 3:3 tells us that God saved us "according to his own mercy." God's mercy is foundational to our salvation and our identity in God. It brings into sharp clarity our position before and after God's mercy enters the scene. Join us in this episode as we turn to the Psalms, the Beatitudes, and the Prophets to understand God's mercy and its role in our lives!
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
Holiness is one of the most common words used to describe God in Scripture. Though the idea of God being "separate" can feel like an abstract concept, it actually has extremely practical meaning for our lives – starting with how we think about, talk about, and interact with God.
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
The better we know God, the more we see his faithfulness. In this episode, we look at how God is faithful, why we can trust his faithfulness, and how his faithfulness changes our day-to-day view of the world. One thing is sure – God's faithfulness will help us to stand strong!
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
Trust in God and obedience to God cannot truly exist without knowing God. In this episode, we consider three connected attributes of God – complete power, complete knowledge, and complete presence. Understanding each of these can lead to helpful and practical applications for our everyday lives!
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
This episode kicks off the Stand Strong podcast by discussing the concept of getting to know God better. What does it mean to "know" God? How can I know him better? How will getting to know God change my life? Join us as we look to Scripture for answers, turning to the Psalms, Jeremiah, 1 John, and more.
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/
Welcome to the Stand Strong podcast!
This podcast is centered on studying God's Word to strengthen our faith. In Season 1, our theme will be Getting to Know God Better. Our goal this season is to have practical, Bible-based discussions about the character and nature of God with a special focus on what that means for those who follow Christ.
We hope you'll join us every Monday on our journey to stand strong!
Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/