The Innerfire Podcast: Recent Episodes
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Are you ready to take your faith outside the confines of church? Do you want to see what Christianity looks like lived out at home, at school, and in the marketplace? Do you want to pass your Christian worldview to your children? You are in the right place! At Innerfire, we know the struggle of integrating faith into real life and are passionate about igniting a passion in Christians to do exactly that. Each week, we interview a Christian who is actively seeking to integrate their faith into every facet of their life.
Season 3 is a wrap! In this concluding episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss what they have learned over the course of this season and share some very exciting news about what is next for Innerfire.
0:00 - Introduction
1:58 - Scotty’s remarks on season 3
4:03 - Living in tandem with the Spirit
5:40 - Christianity is a lifestyle, not an opinion
10:33 - Paul the litmus test for Orthodox Christianity
12:58 - The school from which you never graduate
21:41 - The Bible a treasure of knowledge
27:44 - Review of the topics we have covered
29:48 - Earnestly contend for the faith
32:45 - Obedience brings about flourishing
37:15 - Announcement: Forthcoming book
41:10 - Taking a break
43:01 - A personal note
46:08 - Live out the Word
47:03 - Closing comments
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How should our faith inform our political views? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss various political issues, including abortion, LGBT issues, capital punishment and more, bringing biblical truth to bear on each one.
0:00 - Introduction
1:28 - Recap of previous episode
5:39 - Abortion
13:04 - Gay marriage
30:15 - Transgender issues
41:12 - Capital punishment
47:48 - Wealth redistribution
50:53 - Patriotism
54:24 - Closing comments
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Christians are, first and foremost, citizens of the Kingdom of God. What does that mean for our citizenship in earthly nations? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew deal with the topics of governmental authority, monarchy, law, and more from a Christian perspective.
0:00 - Introduction
2:47 - The Kingdom of God
8:28 - The Kingdom is not of this world
16:26 - Biblical principles and human flourishing
21:45 - Various issues of monarchy
25:15 - We wrestle not against flesh and blood
28:20 - Law, morality, and natural rights
39:16 - The differing ethical responsibilities of government and individuals
47:42 - Freedom for goodness’ sake; goodness for freedom’s sake
58:12 - Closing comments
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In this episode, Scotty and Andrew continue their conversation with Ali and Herbert about fighting injustice and how Christians should vote.
0:00 - Introduction
1:28 - Practical issues of fighting injustice
18:23 - What is the proper criteria for voting
31:02 - When should we choose a third party option?
37:02 - Closing comments
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Herbert Slatery served as Tennessee Attorney General from 2014 to 2022, and Alison Kilmartin serves as senior counsel and vice president of Allied Legal Affairs with Alliance Defending Freedom. They join The Innerfire Podcast to discuss what it means to live out the Word in political life.
0:00 - Introduction
1:07 - ADF, Alison Kilmartin, and Herbert Slatery
3:34 - Scotty’s opening remarks
4:24 - Are Christians called to be politically involved?
14:43 - Living out your faith in public office
20:44 - Separation of church and state
29:41 - Living out your faith in public continued
33:37 - Submission to government and its limits
43:40 - Closing comments
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Do you share the Gospel with those around you? Why or why not? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss personal evangelism–what it looks like, what keeps people from doing it, and how to overcome those obstacles.
0:00 - Introduction
1:35 - What personal evangelism is not
7:40 - The basic tenets of the Gospel
13:43 - Being all things to all people
23:25 - Living above reproach
26:44 - Loving one another
30:56 - Initiating Gospel conversations at home and beyond
47:24 - Pleading without forcing
52:22 - The relationship between your relationship with Christ and evangelism
55:37 - All roads lead to the Gospel
57:13 - Do not be ashamed of the Gospel
58:10 - Closing comments
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Jen Grigorean is an American-Israeli Christian living in Israel with her husband and two kids. She joins The Innerfire Podcast to discuss her perspective of the current war with Hamas, her church community's response, and what faith in wartime looks like.
0:00 - Introduction
1:13 - Jen Grigorean
2:09 - How Jen came to live in Israel
5:50 - The differences between life in Israel and life in Texas
7:25 - Jen’s experience of October 7th
15:47 - How Jen’s life has changed since the war began
18:29 - Supporting women whose husbands have been called to arms
19:52 - How Jen’s church has responded to new needs
23:55 - How the kids are being impacted by the war
26:50 - Biblical truths to embrace during war
30:25 - Why Jen has chosen to stay in Israel
33:07 - What Americans have to learn from this situation
35:17 - The truth about the conflict that Jen wants to shed light on
39:35 - How we can support and pray for Israel and Israeli Christians like Jen
42:51 - Closing comments
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Glenn Cranfield is the president and CEO of Nashville Rescue Mission, a Christ-centered community committed to helping those who are hungry, hurting, and experiencing homelessness. Glenn joins The Innerfire Podcast to discuss sharing the love and truth of Jesus with the poor and destitute in our local communities.
0:00 - Introduction
2:07 - Who is Glenn Cranfield?
3:50 - Are homeless people to blame for their own plight?
7:42 - Serving like Jesus
11:43 - Don’t miss your local mission field
15:23 - Breaking down the barrier between yourself and the homeless
19:00 - The work of the Nashville Rescue Mission
21:52 - The relationship between meeting physical needs and meeting spiritual needs
25:59 - Giving money vs. getting involved
30:53 - Blessings that only come by giving
35:04 - Helping the homeless outside of an organized mission
40:13 - Glenn shares a story of transformation
45:54 - How to get involved with Nashville Rescue Mission
46:48 - Closing comments
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What is the biblical basis for humanitarianism and taking the Gospel overseas? And what does it mean for us? Scotty and Andrew dive into these topics and more in part two of our series on missions.
0:00 - Introduction
2:07 - How frequent Bible reading affects your life
3:58 - The role of the Holy Spirit in missions
9:41 - The biblical basis for humanitarianism
18:07 - The plentiful harvest in the United States
22:04 - The disadvantaged may be more ready to hear the Gospel
26:25 - Sending and supporting missionaries
30:20 - “Lord, please don’t send me to Africa”
32:06 - Planting a church vs. planting the Gospel
33:15 - Should you go on a short term mission trip?
36:58 - The benefit of training nationals
39:17 - The Gospel knows no nation, tribe, nor tongue
44:45 - Closing comments
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This may be the most important series we've ever made. In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss heaven, hell, and the blood that will be on our hands if we deny the Great Commission.
0:00 - Introduction
2:46 - The erasure of hell
6:35 - The Great Commission
11:06 - Why don’t we talk about hell anymore?
15:34 - Addressing universalism
21:46 - How eternity clarifies the Christian life
30:53 - The stunning attitude of Paul
32:50 - The blood of the damned is on our hands
39:04 - Persecution and martyrdom
46:24 - Closing comments
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Sports are an enjoyable and healthy form of leisure. But when removed from its proper place, it becomes something truly ugly. Scotty and Andrew discuss Christian sportsmanship, as well as books and hobbies.
0:00 - Introduction
1:33 - Overemphasizing sports
9:22 - Missing church to play ball
10:56 - Sports as a microcosm of life
17:52 - Scotty’s advice to parents
20:29 - Playing for the love of the game
26:29 - Technical fouls
27:31 - What kind of books should Christians be reading?
29:45 - Self-help books
34:52 - Fiction books
38:56 - Using hobbies to glorify God
45:52 - Closing comments
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What kind of music should Christians listen to? What really is the difference between sacred and secular music? What does it mean for music to be good? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss music from a Christian perspective, as well as video games and comedy.
0:00 - Introduction
5:46 - The power of music
7:02 - Sacred vs secular music
15:46 - What does it mean for music to be good?
25:53 - Explicit music
28:29 - Music as a representation of patterns of being
40:08 - Video games
45:17 - Comedy
51:20 - Closing comments
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What kind of movies and TV have you been watching lately? And what effect are they having on your relationship with God? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss the spiritual hazards that lurk within modern film and television.
0:00 - Introduction
3:21 - What the Bible says about entertainment; The Golden Calf
6:33 - Samson and exploitation entertainment
12:45 - What does the Bible say about what we watch?
27:00 - Should Christians watch rated R movies?
28:40 - Violence and gore
42:20 - Foul language
44:11 - Sexuality and nudity
48:46 - Examine yourself
52:19 - What about depictions of Christ?
58:53 - A note on crucifixes
59:37 - Closing comments
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We all need a break from work periodically. But in our leisure, are we taking a break from being a Christian too? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew make the case that we must glorify God in our leisure.
0:00 - Introduction
1:34 - What is leisure?
5:00 - What do we never take a break from?
10:09 - What’s the difference between rest and leisure?
13:50 - Why leisure is a spiritual issue
20:03 - Is fun a part of the Christian life?
28:11 - Keeping the Sabbath holy
31:33 - Keeping the Sunday service holy
39:03 - What to do and not to do on Sunday
42:35 - On line drawing in the Christian life
55:25 - Closing comments
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Who is your enemy? And how can you show him love today? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss the biblical command to love our enemies as well as many practical issues of friendship.
0:00 - Introduction
1:30 - Who is your enemy?
7:32 - Love your enemies
18:41 - Can men and women be friends?
22:52 - How do you make new friends?
31:34 - How to deal with one-sided friendships
37:27 - Friendship advice for introverts and extroverts
41:36 - Escaping toxic friendships
45:31 - Closing comments
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It's easy to be friendly to the people we like, respect, and admire. But what about the people that annoy us, get under our skin, or cannot reciprocate our kindness? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew make the case that Christian friendship means serving others, expecting nothing in return.
0:00 - Introduction
1:51 - “Who is my neighbor?”
8:38 - Christian friendship does not come naturally
11:03 - Making friends the way Christ did
15:05 - Dealing with the details of Christian friendship
26:38 - How to avoid becoming jaded
31:00 - How friends can keep us from extremity
39:59 - Teaser for next episode
41:18 - Outro
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What does it mean to be a good friend? Should we be friends with unbelievers? Is God our friend? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew search the Scriptures for answers to these questions.
0:00 - Introduction
1:08 - The Bible’s wisdom about friendship
4:55 - Should we be friends with unbelievers?
17:54 - Wisdom about friendship continued
22:48 - The example of David and Jonathan
33:31 - How faithfulness to God puts friendship in jeopardy
36:06 - Friendship with God
43:35 - Outro
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Honey is much more than a sweet, luxurious treat. In the Bible, it is a vehicle for deep theological truths. In this article, Andrew dives into those truths, discussing gluttony, asceticism, and the ultimate solution to sins of consumption.
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What is a true friend and why do we need them? In part one of this series on friendship, Scotty and Andrew lay a foundation for the conversation about how to live out the Word in our friendships.
0:00 - Introduction
1:43 - What is a friend?
19:50 - Why have friends?
37:46 - The danger of fringe internet communities
40:05 - The value of criticism
41:38 - How friends can lead us stray
44:50 - Closing comments
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Is technology helping or hurting you live out your faith? In this article, Johnna poses this and other questions that we should all ask ourselves concerning our use of technology.
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Social media: we can't live without it. Or can we? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew take a hard look at the temptations posed by social media and how to address them, as well as the issue of rampant internet pornography.
0:00 - Introduction
1:15 - An entry from Andrew’s journal
10:06 - How social media colors our experience of reality
14:22 - Sacrificing the good for the sake of the best
20:25 - How social media gives us an inflated sense of importance
29:21 - Social media presents a false view of the world
33:14 - The cost of not using new technologies
36:57 - How personal intentionality can change the world
38:17 - Generational differences in social media use
44:23 - Social media and maintaining relationships
49:27 - The temptations of social media
55:36 - How social media threatens mental health and peace
58:20 - Actionable items for social media
1:05:12 - Guard your heart
1:08:35 - GIVEAWAY: The Abolition of Man by C.S. Lewis
1:09:46 - Why internet pornography is so vicious
1:11:45 - How to resist pornography
1:20:26 - Pornography as a path to sexual deviance
1:23:36 - Warning for parents about pornography
1:26:45 - Being peculiar with technology
1:28:43 - Closing comments
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Many of us continually adopt new technologies. But are we aware of the impact these technologies have on our spiritual health? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss the dangers that modern technologies pose to our relationships with God and others.
0:00 - Introduction
1:46 - What can an ancient text teach us about technology?
12:56 - The Tower of Babel: globalism and utopia
29:10 - Andrew’s principle of technology
30:09 - GIVEAWAY: The Abolition of Man by C.S. Lewis
33:33 - The smartphone
34:53 - Anxiety and information overload
48:28 - Distraction
52:32 - Solitude
57:25 - The inescapable workplace and overstimulation
1:05:54 - Why Andrew got rid of his smartphone
1:16:37 - The temptation to build an alternate digital reality
1:31:35 - Why Scotty has a smartphone
1:43:43 - Closing comments
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We all pass beggars on the side of the road from time to time. But do we give to them? Should we? In this article, Andrew provides an answer, addressing commonly raised issues along the way.
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Diet. Exercise. Mental health. Drugs. Alcohol. Caffeine. Stress. Sleep. Yoga. In this episode, Scotty and Andrew dive into the topic of health maintenance from a Christian perspective, painting a picture of a healthy lifestyle lived for God's glory.
0:00 - Introduction
2:31 - Health as a result of living in tune with God’s design
12:09 - Living naturally vs. living as God intended
13:27 - This not just about learning, but doing
15:48 - Diet
47:40 - When to go off your diet
54:03 - Dieting while traveling
58:53 - Exercise
1:10:30 - Mental health
1:17:20 - Alcohol
1:26:27 - Caffeine
1:27:28 - Substances in general
1:29:36 - Stress
1:32:07 - Sleep
1:37:24 - Is yoga sinful?
1:39:40 - Closing comments
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Have you ever heard a sermon on physical health? Have you ever had a small group meeting about it? Is health even a spiritual issue? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew argue that health is a spiritual issue and discuss what it means to live out the Word in your health.
0:00 - Introduction
1:33 - Why talk about this?
7:53 - The church’s neglect of health
24:01 - Being healthy makes us better Kingdom workers
26:05 - Being healthy is good stewardship
35:25 - The body is the temple of the Spirit
45:09 - Sins that compromise health: gluttony
1:08:36 - How to stop being gluttonous
1:18:46 - Slothfulness
1:30:25 - Closing comments
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Are New Testament Christians required to tithe? Are we permitted to take on debt? Is there a difference between investing and gambling? How much should I leave to my kids when I die? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew take on these questions about money, seeking to provide biblical answers for each.
0:00 - Introduction
1:50 - Tithing and giving to Kingdom-building organizations
21:11 - Debt
30:39 - Lending
36:06 - Investing vs gambling
42:56 - Balancing spending time and spending money
44:53 - Financial peace with your spouse
48:52 - How to train kids to handle money
55:25 - Inheritance
1:00:44 - Closing comments
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How we use our money is one of the clearest indicators of what we value. What does your bank account say about you? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew take on the issues of money, wealth, poverty, and giving, examining each through the lens of Scripture.
0:00 - Introduction
2:05 - What does your bank account say about your relationship with God?
10:03 - Scotty’s experience with money
11:39 - How should we feel about wealth?
12:53 - Where does wealth come from?
20:25 - Wealth tempts us to be prideful
24:35 - Wealth is worthless after you die
28:12 - Is it better to be rich or poor?
39:17 - A note on upward mobility
45:44 - Giving to the poor
1:02:39 - How much should you give?
1:14:19 - Stewardship in light of eternity
1:16:43 - Get involved where you are giving
1:20:00 - Closing comments
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How often, when asked how you're doing, do you repeat the stock answer–"Tired"? Have you considered that this is not pleasing to the Lord? In this article, Scotty explains the importance of physical, mental, and spiritual rest in the Christian life.
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How often, when asked how you're doing, do you repeat the stock answer–"Tired"? Have you considered that this is not pleasing to the Lord? In this article, Scotty explains the importance of physical, mental, and spiritual rest in the Christian life.
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Do you struggle with whether or not to go into the office on Sunday? Have a hard time respecting your boss? Not sure how to share the Gospel with your coworkers? This podcast is for you. Scotty and Andrew continue their conversation about work, hitting on the sabbath, leadership, and workplace evangelism.
0:00 - Introduction
2:58 - The Sabbath
28:37 - How to be a good employee
41:22 - How to be a good leader
54:09 - Evangelism in the workplace
1:08:03 - How to receive God's blessing on your work
1:09:34 - Work as a stay-at-home mom
1:15:44 - Closing comments
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Why do you work? And why do you work the way that you work? Is it to get more money, to please your superiors, or just to get by? Or it is to lay up treasures in Heaven? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew ask some fundamental questions about work and provide answers from Scripture.
0:00 - Introduction
1:26 - Episode 50!
2:59 - The current state of work in our society
18:13 - Is work meaningful?
26:46 - Is retirement biblical?
29:29 - Connecting our work with purpose
36:18 - Work as a form of service to others
39:44 - Diligence vs slothfulness (at the office and at home)
49:23 - The quality of our work
52:08 - The motivation behind our work
57:42 - Evaluate your attitude toward work
59:55 - Closing comments
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Corporal punishment, or spanking, has recently become very unpopular. Is it just a brutal, archaic practice or a wise and useful one? In this article, Johnna debunks two myths about spanking, upholding it as the biblical approach to discipline.
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We all want to see our kids grow into godly men and women, but it seems we are faced with obstacles every step of the way. In this episode, we bring on counselor, author, and speaker David Thomas to share his expertise on overcoming the challenges of raising godly children.
0:00 - Introduction
0:46 - Introduction to David Thomas
2:47 - What is this generation facing that past generations did not face?
7:55 - How do you expect much of your kids without causing them to believe that your love hinges on their performance?
13:44 - How do you keep your kids humble while also affirming and encouraging them?
20:21 - How to help your children escape their innate self-centeredness
23:48 - What does Deuteronomy 6 look like in the modern day?
28:04 - How do you accommodate boys’ physicality in their education?
32:08 - How does our culture’s definition of masculinity depart from the example of Jesus Christ?
36:50 - Is there a limit to how much we should do for our kids?
42:17 - How can we obtain the benefits of athletics while avoiding the harms?
46:30 - How do we attend to father-daughter and mother-son relationships in light of the fact that they impact a child’s future romantic relationships?
52:47 - Closing comments
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Men and women are different. It's not only plainly true; it's a blessing. In this article, Courtnee defends complementarianism, explaining how it is embedded in nature, glorifying to God, and beneficial to those who uphold it.
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Men and women are different. It's not only plainly true; it's a blessing. In this article, Courtnee defends complementarianism, explaining how it is embedded in nature, glorifying to God, and beneficial to those who uphold it.
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As our culture continues to turn away from God, the family continues to collapse. How can we save our families, and by extension, our society, from these destructive trends? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew go through the Scriptures on family, revealing a philosophy that is not only true, but deeply countercultural.
For more on the topics discussed today, check out these episodes:
Scott Shepherd - https://youtu.be/wRFy1BydnVs
Becoming a Mother - https://youtu.be/6fGZm1wuih8
Jonathan and Emily Martin - https://youtu.be/lXTmFpt-nfs
On Biblical Fatherhood - https://youtu.be/g4Bjfi5wgQw
Art Pinzur - https://youtu.be/kc_bSred4ZA
0:00 - Introduction
1:33 - Family is not just a blessing, it's an imperative
3:31 - Marriage is the foundation for family, and family is the foundation for society
13:00 - Children are not innately good, but require molding
19:50 - A warning against over-sheltering
26:24 - Kids learn by experience
30:18 - Why you should have kids
38:24 - Andrew’s critique of birth control
46:51 - Parenting in the imitation of God
50:50 - Discipline
58:49 - Provision, what it is and what it’s not
1:05:44 - Passing your faith down to your children
1:10:58 - Obeying your parents
1:18:15 - Honoring your parents
1:23:28 - Family worship
1:25:26 - Adoption
1:27:33 - Closing comments
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Let's get real: Marriage is hard, and we all have problems. In this episode, Scotty and Andrew present faith-based solutions to the most common marital issues, including financial disputes, infidelity, in-laws, and more.
0:00 - Introduction
1:36 - Breaking down the facade of perfect marriage among Christians
3:33 - The relationship between one’s personal relationship with God and marriage
7:28 - How we’re going to have this discussion
8:15 - Money
30:46 - Infidelity
47:51 - Arguments and fights
1:01:14 - Seeking counsel
1:06:43 - Different life goals
1:17:35 - In-laws
1:21:23 - Working too much
1:24:13 - Lack of male headship or female submission
1:28:27 - Lack of or poor sex
1:33:31 - Physical or mental health issues
1:38:08 - Addiction and abuse
1:42:49 - Closing comments
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The only way our culture's broken ideas of gender, sexuality, and marriage can be mended is through a return to God's original design. In this episode, Scotty and Andrew go back to the basics of biblical marriage, articulating what it is and what it is not.
0:00 - Introduction
2:54 - The current state of marriage
11:42 - The meaning of ezer kenegdo
20:00 - Equality, headship, and submission
41:06 - Divorce
54:10 - Cohabitation and premarital sex
1:03:53 - The role of marriage in society
1:08:59 - More on cohabitation
1:17:46 - The metaphysical depth of marital sex
1:23:10 - Singleness and celibacy
1:33:27 - Closing comments
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Do you look forward to church or dread it? Do you rely on the support of your church family, or let them in as little as possible? In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss what can make your church life powerful and transformative, the way God meant it to be.
0:00 - Introduction
3:27 - Your church should be your family
18:30 - Accountability, confession, and vulnerability
37:45 - Caring for your brothers and sisters
45:52 - Biblical church: worship
59:08 - Teaching and preaching
1:06:37 - Staying awake!
1:07:52 - Baptism and communion
1:14:39 - Giving
1:19:35 - Service
1:22:53 - Conflict resolution
1:24:56 - Closing comments
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With church attendance dropping lower and lower, it's time to revisit a fundamental question: Why do we go to church? In this article, Andrew makes the case for church attendance, answering the most common objections along the way.
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Church attendance in the U.S. has been declining for decades. Scotty and Andrew unpack this problem, addressing what has gone wrong in the church and why you should attend in spite of those things.
0:00 - Introduction
1:09 - Acknowledging the statistics
3:45 - Addressing the charge of hypocrisy in the church
16:06 - Decline in church attendance: a falling away or a purification?
22:14 - Church services have become too shallow
24:59 - The line between the church and the world has become blurry
29:46 - The Christian life should not be lived alone
35:48 - Answering objections: “I can be fed spiritually from home”
43:45 - “Church is a spectator sport”
46:59 - You should go to church to learn and relearn
51:53 - We experience the presence of the Holy Spirit differently when we gather
57:20 - The body of Christ is not complete without you and your contributions
1:00:45 - Ministry through the church is more effective than ministry done alone
1:06:40 - The church is necessary to send missionaries
1:08:09 - Getting real about the difficulty of settling in a local church
1:16:10 - Closing comments
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Getting close to God means getting out of your comfort zone, and prayer and fasting are no exception. These fundamental practices are so simple a child could do them, yet so difficult they confound the aged. Scotty and Andrew discuss both, dealing with sticky issues along the way.
0:00 - Introduction
3:01 - Prayer is a mysterious practice
7:24 - Is “sending thoughts and prayers” right?
16:31 - How to make requests to God in the right way
27:24 - The meaning of faith in prayer
40:24 - Reckoning with “unanswered” prayers
51:17 - Getting focused in prayer
53:45 - Secrecy and silence in prayer
59:53 - Getting real with God
1:03:15 - Introduction to fasting
1:04:29 - Is fasting from things other than food legitimate?
1:06:22 - Why do we fast?
1:10:56 - When should you fast?
1:19:19 - Practical considerations in fasting and prayer
1:32:14 - Final thoughts
1:35:00 - Conclusion
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Fasting is difficult, unpleasant, and inconvenient. So, is it worth it? In this article, Hannah describes her own experience with fasting and explains why fasting is so valuable for Christians.
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The Bible is the foundation upon which the Christian faith rests. And yet, many Christians do not regularly read it themselves. In this episode, Scotty and Andrew discuss the spiritual discipline of Bible reading– why you should do it, the different approaches, and practical tips.
0:00 - Introduction
0:57 - What season 3 is about
3:12 - On discipline in devotion
10:33 - Why is the Bible important?
30:02 - Reading vs. studying vs. meditating
45:52 - The value of memorization
47:59 - How to study the Bible
1:03:18 - How to meditate on the Bible
1:09:33 - When to do your devotion
1:11:41 - What to do when you don’t understand
1:14:53 - The most important thing is to do something
1:15:40 - Final call to action
1:18:15 - Closing comments
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How do we celebrate Christmas and New Year's in a way that pleases God? In our season two finale, Scotty and Andrew discuss the Biblical truths that guide our actions this holiday season. Watch to the end to hear about big things coming for Innerfire in 2023!
0:00 - Introduction
0:36 - Christmastime is here!
3:34 - Why we give at Christmas
10:19 - How do we keep Christ at the center?
12:51 - The symbol of light at Christmas
17:27 - Strengthening familial bonds at Christmas
22:44 - In summary
23:21 - Gluttony during the holidays
24:23 - New Years’
25:26 - The importance of remembrance and reflection
27:17 - What about New Years’ resolutions?
41:21 - Gratitude at New Years’
43:56 - What coming for Innerfire in 2023?
51:32 - Closing comments
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Art Pinzur is a pillar in the local church, homeschool community, and pregnancy resource center. He joins The Innerfire Podcast to discuss his conversion from Judaism to Christianity, the joys and challenges of raising 10 kids, and his passion and work for the pro-life movement.
0:00 - Introduction
0:56 - From a Jewish upbringing to finding Christ as a young adult
21:35 - The familial repercussions of Art’s conversion
27:02 - Art’s spiritual development
34:07 - From New York to Tennessee
39:30 - Dealing with Juanita’s poor health/the importance of homemaking
50:26 - Answering objections to having children
58:52 - Art’s passion and work for the pro-life movement
1:02:36 - Why the pro-life movement is important to Art
1:05:16 - How Art lives out the Word day to day
1:10:42 - Closing comments
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Andrew is becoming a father! In this episode, he sits down with his own father, Scotty, to discuss why we need fathers, what the Bible says about fathers, corporal punishment, and practical parenting advice from dad to son.
0:00 - Introduction
1:12 - Why fathers are so important/the current state of manhood
20:11 - Why you shouldn’t let your children become the center of your world
25:16 - The biblical model is the most practical model
26:28 - What the Bible says about fatherhood
38:00 - Corporal punishment
50:22 - Encouragement, positive reinforcement, and speaking kindly
53:51 - Showing mercy
55:53 - Having spiritual conversations
56:43 - Praying for your children
1:02:48 - Striking the balance between work and family time
1:09:10 - Investing the your marriage while raising children
1:11:20 - How an expecting father should prepare for children
1:15:00 - Closing comments
1:15:30 - Post-script: the role of grandfathers and spiritual fathers
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Since this podcast started in January of '21, we have heard so many amazing stories. In this compilation podcast, the best, most touching, and most inspiring stories combine to resound a single message: the goodness and faithfulness of God.
0:00 - Introduction
0:38 - God miraculously meets Joel Roger's financial need
4:58 - God shows Jonathan Mathews what He has been doing with his parent's ministry
12:49 - Reunion between Tommy Rhodes and his estranged, drug-addicted father
17:53 - On the brink of divorce, Dewey Greene feels the presence of God for the first time
21:14 - "Banjo Ben" realizes that fame and fortune is worthless in Times Square on New Years' Eve
23:17 - God meets Odell Summer at the lowest point in his life
35:21 - God saves Daryl Mackin from demonic oppression on Halloween Night in Maui, Hawaii
49:17 - God supernaturally heals Ricky Lee Phelps' little brother
54:15 - Billy Hudson leads his cancer-sick neighbor to the Lord
55:47 - God tells Joel Rogers to hug a crazed man who is brandishing a weapon
59:07 - A coffee shop saves a suicidal college student's life
1:02:09 - A local church's desire to evangelize surrounding villages leads to a new translation of the Bible
1:06:11 - The Salvation Army does ministry in the back of a strip club
1:07:58 - What God can do with $10 worth of shillings
1:14:11 - Scotty gets hung up while tracking a deer in a thicket
1:18:50 - While on an elk hunt, "Banjo Ben" gets a little too close for comfort with black bears
1:28:55 - Scotty and Johnna's unfortunate first Valentine's Day
1:29:57 - Closing comments
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Nathan Mell is a Regional Mobilizer for Greater Europe Mission, an organization that spreads the Gospel throughout Europe. Nathan joins us to discuss how he found Christ after a lifetime of church attendance, how he was led into missions, and why Europe is an important mission field.
0:00 - Introduction
0:38 - Nathan’s spiritual upbringing in multiple denominations
6:43 - Nathan’s salvation experience
11:02 - What role did fasting play in Nathan’s salvation?
12:15 - How finding Christ changed Nathan’s life
16:09 - How Nathan became involved in Greater Europe Mission
21:42 - Giving up a record deal to become a missionary
29:42 - What Nathan saw and did on his first trip to England
35:02 - The evangelical church in England vs. the United States
38:45 - How the church can prevent the US from sliding further into post-Christianity
52:03 - Greater Europe Mission and spiritual darkness in Europe
56:35 - What Italy’s new prime minister’s spirituality might mean for Europe
59:04 - The Ten2 Project Podcast
1:03:17 - How do people get involved in GEM?
1:04:50 - Nathan on how to live out the Word
1:10:38 - Closing comments
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What role does music play in the Christian life? In this second compilation episode, we discuss how beautiful music draws us closer to God, how worship music strengthens our faith, and how you can start singing with your family at home.
Hannah Mathis - You Will Be (Flora's Song) | Official Music Video - https://youtu.be/FY3VhalBgAw
Innerfire's music videos - https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0XOkfFWG0FqwOQ0-S3jaOLaCvqSxWWru
0:00 - Introduction
0:44 - Music, beauty and God with Andrew Carroll
7:03 - What music is and what music does with Scotty & Andrew
27:44 - How music acts as a bridge into the spiritual with Heather Sorenson
30:17 - How music prepares us to receive the Word of God with Scott Shepherd
32:25 - Singing while being held hostage in Haiti with Cherilyn Noecker
36:32 - The benefit of making music with your family with Scott Shepherd
38:46 - Overcoming hesitation to sing with your family with Jonathan and Emily Martin
42:57 - Navigating secular music as a parent with Scott Shepherd
46:25 - Why Innerfire makes music with Scotty & Andrew
51:03 - Why Innerfire made “You Will Be (Flora’s Song)” with Scotty & Andrew
1:05:10 - Closing comments
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In this special compilation episode, Scotty and various guests discuss the issues and blindspots that they see in the modern American church. They touch on topics such as spiritual conversations, trust and accountability, singles, culture, and ministry.
0:00 - Introduction
0:53 - Spiritual conversations with Hannah Mathis
6:43 - Going deep in the Word and being a close spiritual family with Andrew Carroll
17:22 - The need for openness and accountability with Dewey Greene
24:10 - Inauthentic believers and the value of questioning with "Banjo Ben" Clark
30:09 - Church culture and evangelistic liturgy with Odell Summer
35:46 - Being single in the church with Heather Sorenson
44:08 - Ministry is not just for the clergy with Joel Rogers
46:02 - Planting a church vs. planting the Gospel; how revival happens with Jonathan Mathews
57:28 - Closing comments
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Scotty and Andrew team up with Brandi Binkley to discuss health. They talk about why health is a spiritual issue, various blindspots of the modern church regarding health, and advice for implementing plans to improve your health.
0:00 - Introduction
2:00 - The body is the temple of the Lord
3:26 - The spirit-body connection/how we should decide what to eat
26:29 - Food and sluggishness as self-harm
32:30 - To be healthy, you must first be willing to be a weirdo.
36:12 - Striking the balance between abstaining and partaking in the presence of others
39:15 - Bad health choices are largely a result of habit and environment
42:22 - Healthful living as a spiritual discipline
44:18 - The disconnect between prayer for physical needs and healthy practices
47:21 - We have more than enough to start getting healthier
49:19 - Exercise as a solution to spiritual dryness
53:11 - Taking a hard look at substances such as caffeine, alcohol, and marijuana
1:05:12 - What do we do with the abundance God has given us?
1:07:19 - Practical advice on implementation
1:16:13 - The connection between mental health and nutrition and exercise
1:18:27 - What you can do right now, today
1:20:06 - Closing comments
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Russell Terrell is a former country music background vocalist with more than 100 number one songs and 23,000 demos and master recordings to his name. Today, we discuss what it's like as a Christian in the secular music industry, the role of integrity in evangelism, and why his family chose homeschooling.
"The Voice Behind the Voice" Documentary: https://youtu.be/t46D0y2VRiY
Playlist of Russell's work: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7dpyU05f9mWnNTsfdHvCUR?si=o7-qA8ebQkeMiIfGsIMZVg
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Thank God, Roe v. Wade has been overturned! Now what? What can we do to support women with unexpected or unwanted pregnancies? Scotty and Andrew discuss this and many more topics related to abortion.
0:00 - Introduction
1:57 - The Biblical case against abortion
7:17 - What if someone does not want their pregnancy?
11:18 - Abortion as a pagan human sacrifice
19:47 - Abstinence as the ultimate solution to unwanted pregnancy
25:59 - The Christians response to an increase in unwanted pregnancies brought to term
33:48 - How to celebrate an unexpected pregnancy while still discouraging sexual immorality
43:05 - Taking responsibility for your actions
45:52 - Seeking a federal ban on abortion
49:44 - What can you do today?
55:13 - Closing comments
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Jon Shonebarger, in his 40 years of ministry, has been a pastor, hospice chaplain, and prison chaplain in many locations across the U.S. In this episode, we discuss workmanship, leadership, hearing God's voice, helping those who are grieving, and the overturning of Roe v. Wade.
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Eddie Poole is a pastor and real estate agent in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee, and the author of Speaking Life...in a Messed Up World. Eddie sat down with us to discuss his book, how he lives out his faith through real estate, and his personal ministry plan and manifesto.
0:00 - Introduction
0:55 - Who is Eddie Poole?
2:20 - What is a “messed up world”?
3:32 - Why did Eddie write Speaking Life in a Messed Up World?
6:17 - Why are words so important?
8:12 - Why are we not better at encouraging?
11:16 - How do you encourage people without compromising the truth?
13:34 - What should we be saying to our kids?
18:38 - How do we distinguish between the voice of the Enemy and the voice of God?
22:42 - Eddie tells the story of sharing the Gospel with his dad
32:37 - How Eddie lives out his faith through real estate
40:53 - Eddie’s personal manifesto
52:38 - How God made Eddie a real estate team leader
58:00 - How is Eddie living out his faith today?
59:16 - Closing comments
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Courtnee Carroll is a dancer, musician, and recent graduate from Lee University. She is also Scotty's daughter-in-law! She joins The Innerfire Podcast to discuss her journey with scoliosis, the value in suffering, and leading a godly romantic life.
Watch the Emmy award-winning documentary about Courtnee's scoliosis journey here: https://www.productionhub.com/video/48792/emmy-award-winning-short-film-alive-taking-a-stand-for-christ
0:00 - Introduction
0:46 - Courtnee’s Christian upbringing and salvation
4:23 - Being raised in the bubble
8:31 - Courtnee’s is diagnosed with scoliosis at the age of 12
13:59 - How scoliosis impacted Courtnee’s daily life
15:42 - Courtnee’s intensive chiropractic treatment
22:26 - Fervently seeking Christ as a preteen
28:12 - Courtnee turns off the TV and starts listening to Dr. Charles Stanley’s sermons
33:27 - God gives Courtnee peace about getting surgery
38:39 - Recovery from surgery
44:58 - The spiritual benefits of physical suffering
48:38 - What Courtnee would say to someone in the middle of suffering
57:04 - Feasting on the Word
1:00:52 - Courtnee on getting married young and purity
1:08:28 - How to know when you’ve found the one
1:16:40 - The danger of rationalization in the Christian life
1:21:25 - Worshiping the Lord through dance
1:26:05 - How nature helps us slow down and connect with God
1:31:54 - How is Courtnee living out the Word today?
1:35:26 - Closing comments
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If you were the only Christian that the people around you knew, what would they think about Christianity? What would they think about Christ Himself? Scotty and Andrew sit down to discuss these questions and the renewed vision that God has given Innerfire.
0:00 - Introduction
3:19 - Galatians 2:20 and being an embodiment of Christ through the Holy Spirit
5:37 - How our thinking as a ministry has shifted
11:24 - Reckoning ourselves to be dead
13:40 - Why is this so important?
18:15 - How embodying Christ impacts our families
21:35 - The dead religiosity of the church and the new, pagan religion of Gen Z
26:18 - Innerfire’s vision and mission
29:01 - How we intend to bring our vision and mission to fruition
31:57 - The why and how of The Innerfire Podcast
40:50 - Sharing our light with the world vs. hiding it under a bushel
46:00 - The necessity of deep, personal relationships in the Christian life
52:54 - Scotty’s challenge to all of you
59:47 - Doing ministry in the local community
1:02:16 - Other ways that Innerfire wants to inspire you to live the Word
1:04:46 - We are just as in need of growth as anyone in our audience
1:07:12 - Closing comments
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Daryl Mackin is the founder and executive director of A Solider's Child Foundation, an organization that serves the children of fallen military personnel. Daryl talks about how God rescued him, gave him a vision, and filled him with a passion for those left behind.
0:00 - Introduction
0:50 - From Daryl’s childhood to young adulthood
11:48 - Accepting Christ as a child but not living a Christian lifestyle
15:41 - Living in a vegan nudist colony in Maui, Hawaii
18:36 - God saves Daryl from demonic oppression on Halloween night
32:43 - Daryl’s life takes a 180 degree turn overnight
36:45 - Daryl leaves an illustrious culinary career to become a substitute teacher
39:27 - The loss of Marine Staff Sergeant Marcus Golczynski prompts Daryl to start A Soldier’s Child Foundation.
49:05 - How important is passion and perseverance in living out your calling?
55:33 - What does A Soldier’s Child do?
1:03:18 - Why is Christianity not front and center in ASC’s public image?
1:06:54 - How to deal with hurting people
1:19:12 - Why we need to just jump in and start loving people
1:22:24 - How to get involved with A Soldier’s Child Foundation
1:27:23 - What facing his fear of heights taught Daryl about trusting God
1:30:44 - Closing comments
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https://www.asoldierschild.org
Joel Rogers is the director of youth services for the Salvation Army in Cleveland, Tennessee as well as the founder of Inman Coffee House. Today, we are on location at Inman Coffee to talk about taking your faith journey one step at a time, trusting God when it doesn’t seem to make sense, and doing ministry outside of the box.
0:00 - Introduction
0:56 - The beginning of Joel’s faith journey
5:18 - How to handle pornography addiction
9:51 - Joel receives his calling to ministry in college
16:49 - From being a dorm resident director to founding Inman Coffee House
30:47 - Coffee as a ministry, from seed to cup
39:45 - Could you do the same kind of ministry with something other than coffee?
41:49 - Trusting God with consequences as an answer to rationalizations
56:02 - What Joel teaches his students and what his students have done
1:04:27 - The history of the Salvation Army
1:06:25 - The story of “Mama” and her ministry in a strip club
1:08:14 - How to reach the lost without getting sucked into a sinful lifestyle
1:16:08 - Music at Inman Coffee
1:22:00 - What the Salvation Army does
1:29:20 - How to get involved with the Salvation Army
1:31:20 - Joel talks about the LGBTQ controversy surrounding Salvation Army
1:35:21 - Closing comments
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Happy Easter to all of you! Praise the Lord, for Christ has been resurrected! The question we want to ask you is, have you been resurrected? Hear Scotty unpack Romans 6, explaining why the Christian life is a resurrected life.
0:00 - Introduction
1:53 - The meaning of baptism
3:04 - The metaphor of being planted
3:52 - What it means to serve sin
5:11 - What it means to walk in newness of life
6:27 - Can we believe in our own resurrection?
8:27 - How do we reconcile the our resurrection with the reality of our sin?
10:11 - Introduction and context for the story of Lazarus’ resurrection
11:41 - The resurrection on the last day vs. the resurrection today
17:51 - Removing obstacles that prevent us from coming out of the grave
20:09 - Removing our grave clothes as resurrected people
21:37 - The evangelical power of a resurrected life
23:18 - Closing comments
24:58 - Special music: “Because He Lives”
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Larry Warren is the founder of Leadership International, an organization that trains church leaders all around the world who do not have access to formal education. In this episode, Larry brings us lessons and stories from a lifetime of experience on mission for God.
0:00 - Introduction
1:21 - Larry’s upbringing and salvation
7:29 - Larry’s wilderness years and rededication to Jesus
16:45 - How do we develop friendships with unbelievers without receiving too much worldly influence?
20:50 - The advice Larry received from a Christian lawyer, his seminary education, and the death of his brother
30:12 - Larry’s introduction to overseas missions
37:24 - How to respond to the needs of the world
42:52 - Larry’s life in mission work
53:56 - How Larry founded Leadership International and what the organization does
58:32 - Why is it better to train nationals than send missionaries?
1:02:58 - What has Larry seen God do that could never have been done through human effort alone?
1:11:34 - How should we approach missions in the local church?
1:17:29 - How to get involved with Leadership International
1:22:42 - Larry tells two amazing stories about God’s work
1:34:23 - Closing comments
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Leadership International: https://www.leadershipintl.org
Tommy Rhodes is founder and executive director of Barefoot Republic, a camp ministry which facilitates Christ-centered relationships among intentionally diverse groups of individuals. Scotty and Tommy discuss Tommy's upbringing, his calling, and God's faithfulness in bringing that calling to fruition.
Odell Summer is a former missionary to Thailand and longtime friend of the Carroll family. His life was radically transformed by his relationship with Jesus Christ. Scotty and Odell discuss this miraculous story and what it truly means to be follower of Christ.
0:00 - Introduction
1:01 - Odell’s childhood
6:45 - How Odell found God at his lowest point
21:34 - How God used Odell’s son and the tragedy of 9/11 to quicken his spirit
32:06 - Odell goes to jail again and discovers the truth of Psalm 23
42:28 - Odell learns what it means to be a Christian by reading the Bible
52:20 - Odell’s disillusionment with church life upon getting out of jail
1:06:54 - What does it really mean to be a follower of Christ?
1:13:06 - The true cost of Christianity— total surrender of self
1:34:53 - Closing comments
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In this special Valentine's Day episode, Scotty and Johnna draw from 30 years of experience as a married couple to discuss cohabitation, commitment, conflict resolution, submission, and counseling from a Biblical perspective.
0:00 - Introduction
0:27 - Scotty and Johnna reflect on their own marriage.
8:34 - The problem with cohabitation
13:57 - The necessity of commitment
26:43 - Practical advice on conflict resolution
40:39 - Biblical submission
47:23 - Why Scotty and Johnna went to counseling and why you should too
1:00:53 - Building your marriage relationship on your relationship with God
1:04:48 - The impact of a Godly marriage
1:08:04 - Fun and family
1:10:52 - Closing comments
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On October 16th 2021, seventeen Anabaptist missionaries to Haiti were kidnapped by a rogue gang. They were held hostage for sixty days before making a daring escape. Innerfire is joined today by the Noecker family as they tell the story in their own words— a story of captivity, escape, and God’s faithfulness through it all.
Time Stamps
0:00 - Introduction
0:48 - Background information
3:07 - The purpose and intended length of the mission trip to Haiti
4:12 - The day of the capture
24:31 - The role of singing and prayer in the camp
28:41 - Life in the camp
30:48 - How the faith of the missionaries affected the gang
33:25 - Loving one's enemies in a hostage situation
39:32 - Moving locations
43:38 - Staying connected to God in a helpless situation
48:52 - Spiritual warfare in the camp
53:16 - The escape
1:12:23 - Cherylin’s reflection on God’s work in her life
1:15:36 - Cherylin’s biggest takeaway from the experience
1:17:57 - A mother’s perspective from Cheryl Noecker
1:22:51 - Cheryl’s biggest takeaway from the experience
1:23:57 - Ray Noecker’s journey of faith while waiting for his family to come home
1:29:45 - The Noecker’s view of missions in light of this event
1:32:08 - Final comments
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Christian Aid Ministries: https://christianaidministries.org
Kelvin Cochran is an author, speaker, former fire chief, and former US Fire Administrator. He made headlines in 2014 when he was fired as Atlanta's fire chief because of a Bible study he wrote in which he upheld principles of Biblical marriage and sexuality. He wrote a book about his experience called Facing the Fire. Today, he works for Alliance Defending Freedom, fighting for religious liberty in America.
0:00 - Introduction
1:16 - Kelvin Cochran’s story
4:35 - What Kelvin is doing today
6:06 - About the Generational Wins Prayer Initiative
7:26 - Why people should get involved with Alliance Defending Freedom
9:05 - How spiritual disciplines change your life
11:25 - Spiritual cultivation, seed time, and harvest time
14:14 - Standing on your faith in the public and private sectors
17:20 - Biblical principles in the workplace
19:13 - How to choose your battles
23:37 - Kelvin’s 5 lessons for Christians facing conflicts with their faith
1. God has equipped you for the situation
2. There are worldly consequences for your actions
3. There are Kingdom consequences for your actions
4. When we stand, the world sees God in a new way and we see God in a new way
5. God will bless you beyond your imagination
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Alliance Defending Freedom: https://adflegal.org
Generational Wins Prayer Initiative: https://adflegal.org/prayer
Jonathan Matthews was raised as a missionary kid and is now continuing in mission work as an adult. He, along with his wife and five children, have served as missionaries in Brazil for the past eighteen years. He told us about his work as a church planter and how the same Gospel approach he uses in Brazil could work here in the US.
Ricky Lee Phelps was born the son of a preacher and into a musical family. As a child, while singing hymns in church, he realized he could hear harmony parts and sing them himself. This was the beginning of a lifelong pursuit of music. As an adult, he achieved major success as the lead singer of the country rock group the Kentucky HeadHunters.
However, Ricky Lee quickly found that the success he thought would bring ultimate fulfillment left him feeling empty. But, one day everything changed when he took a pocket New Testament from the desk of a car mechanic.
In this episode, along with many amazing stories of the Lord's faithfulness in his life, you will hear Ricky's spiritual journey from the life of a country star to one of serving God and studying His Word.
In a culture that grows ever hostile to Christianity, how can Christians boldly live out their faith? In this episode, Scotty and Hannah address this topic through the lens of current events happening in our world today. They discussed everything from boycotts, to the social justice gospel, to entertainment. We pray you find the conversation informative and challenging.
Jonathan and Emily Martin are a husband-and-wife team that lead worship, write songs filled with God’s Word, and educate Christians on the importance of family worship. They are the parents of three young children, whom they homeschool. They have released several worship albums, and their latest, God of Generations, was made specifically for families to use to worship together. They have a YouTube channel filled with music videos, vlogs, and other resources aimed at helping Christian families draw closer to one another and to God. Their latest venture, called The Family Worship Initiative, is a 6-week program meant to jump-start families into daily times of worshipping together. In addition to these things, they have a podcast of their own called As You Go.
We had a wonderful discussion with Jonathan and Emily about the importance of family worship and practical ways to make it happen.
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Some of our listeners may know that Hannah, who works for Innerfire and edits all podcasts and videos, is expecting her first child. In this episode, she sat down with her mom Johnna to discuss all things related to motherhood. Johnna recounted her own experience of having three children in three years and the various joys and challenges she faced along the way. She discussed how having children sanctified her and the many ways in which God showed Himself faithful to her as a mother. We pray that this episode is helpful for mothers-to-be, new moms, and experienced moms alike.
Like many of us, Joy Williams saw something in the public school system that needed improvement. But unlike most, she chose not to back away, but rather to engage by throwing her hat into the political sphere and running for a school board trustee position. We were able to discuss this decision with her, how she integrates her faith into her public system leadership role, and what all Christians should be doing to engage their communities. We also discuss her journey through tragedy, and how we can better help others that have experienced similar issues. Join us for the conversation!
About six years ago, Richard Williams made a conscience decision to live out his faith. Why did he do this, and what does that look like? Join us as we discuss this and other topics with Richard who is owner and CEO of Lineage, a document management company with multiple locations and a very real Kingdom impact. We pray you are challenged and inspired by our conversations.
Heather Sorenson is a composer, artist, worship leader, teacher, and speaker. She entered the church music industry in her twenties, and quickly rose to the top of the publishing world. She has made multiple appearances at Carnegie Hall, Lincoln Center, and Constitution Hall. She is known for incorporating a diversity of musical styles, particularly bridging the gap between traditional and contemporary Christian music. She lives in Dallas, TX, with her beagle, Lucy.
In our conversation, Heather told us her testimony of moving from a life of "perceived perfection" to a life filled with God's grace. We talked about music and her writing process, as well as the struggle of navigating single life in the church world. Heather is a delight to listen and talk to, and we know you will be blessed by her.
Sam Thevanayagam, current CEO of Parts Life, Inc., a multi-national defense system business, was raised in a Christian family in Sri Lanka. He immigrated to the United States in his twenties where he continued his education and started making his way in business. Along the way, he has develop a huge heart for the less fortunate among us. Daily, he expresses his faith through excellence in service to his customers, his employees, and his community. He is a writer and speaker, and we know you will enjoy his story and his spiritual insights!
Andrew Carroll is the youngest son of Scotty and Johnna and the brother of Hannah. He is a senior music major at Lee University, where he performs with the elite a cappella group, Voices of Lee. With Voices, he has performed in a variety of venues across the country—from little country churches to Carnegie Hall. He is also a founding member of the barbershop quartet Backline, which placed runner-up in the Next-Gen Varsity contest at the International Barbershop Convention in 2018. In addition, he has a podcast of his own, called Cozy Conversations with Christian and Andrew.
Andrew is known by his friends and family to be a deep thinker and eloquent speaker. In our conversation, he covered topics such as the true meaning of beauty, why he deleted his social media accounts, drug and alcohol use among Christian college students, and the problem of pornography.
Dennis Parker is an accomplished musician from Huntsville, Alabama. We met Dennis through a mutual friend, Ben Clark, whom we have also had on the podcast. Dennis is a master of several instruments including guitar, fiddle, banjo, and mandolin, and currently plays on the road with Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder. He has also played for the likes of Lee Ann Womack, Tracy Lawrence, Joe Diffie, and Mark Chestnutt. In addition, Dennis is a solo artist, and released his album Songs under the Air Condition Ing Unit in 2019.
In our conversation, through both laughter and tears, Dennis recounted his remarkable testimony—how God saved him from a life of alcoholism, homelessness, and incarceration to one in which he is totally sold out for Christ. We know that you will be captivated by Dennis's genuine spirit and radiant passion for the Lord.
The name Billy Hudson is synonymous with The Lighthouse Children’s Home, which he has led for many years. Now in his 80s, "Brother Billy" sat down to discuss why he devoted his life to this cause and what others need to be doing to have a kingdom impact of their own.
0:00 - Introduction
2:15 - What is Lighthouse Children’s Home?
4:35 - How did Lighthouse Children’s Home get started?
7:26 - Why did Brother Billy invite troubled young people into his home?
9:47 - How did Brother Billy have time to work, play, and minister?
11:28 - People are always watching us to see our faith in action
15:08 - The impact that love has on the girls at Lighthouse Children’s Home
16:56 - Advice for people who think they’re too busy to do ministry
24:06 - How to become a servant like Brother Billy
30:40 - How to have a meaningful retirement
37:26 - Why do kids wind up at the Lighthouse Children’s Home?
41:35 - Brother Billy’s advice to parents of troubled teens
52:25 - How Brother Billy keeps going at his age
53:46 - Giving to Lighthouse Children’s Home
57:49 - Closing comments
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Brandi Binkley is an exercise physiologist, personal trainer, and business owner. In today's conversation, we talk about her time in the Navy, the connection between physical and spiritual health, and the importance of silence and solitude.
0:00 - Introduction
2:53 - Who is Brandi Binkley?
6:24 - Who were the exemplars for Christ in Brandi’s life?
8:56 - Why did Brandi pursue God in college when so many do not?
11:16 - Brandi’s faith through Rescue Swimmer School
13:24 - Shining the light of Christ in a dark environment
19:14 - Life after the navy
22:03 - The connection between spiritual and physical health
27:20 - The Christian approach to food
33:55 - How God helped Brandi start her business
38:48 - How Brandi uses her business as a ministry
44:58 - The impact of C12 on business owners like Scotty and Brandi
47:32 - What Brandi is doing now
50:36 - Properly understanding the opportunities that God gives us
56:29 - Being a female in male-dominated spaces
59:23 - How Brandi’s practice of solitude has changed her life
1:05:54 - How faith sustained Brandi in a deep trial
1:09:15 - Closing comments
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Chris Carroll, Scotty's older brother, has served as a pastor in northwestern Florida for the last 20 years. He brings his "country preacher" wisdom to the topics of family, dealing with the trials of life and ministry, and shifts in the culture.
0:00 - Introduction
2:36 - Who is Chris Carroll?
3:51 - Why family is so important to Chris
7:51 - The diminishing of the family in modern culture
12:37 - Laying a foundation for future generations
19:46 - Faith in the midst of health problems and other troubles
36:03 - Staying encouraged through the ups and downs of ministry and life in general
42:00 - What the goodness of God means to Chris
48:11 - The changing view of the church in modern culture
53:19 - Methods vs. character in evangelism
1:03:40 - Chris shares his wisdom for teenagers, young families, and the older generation
1:18:10 - Chris’s hunting story
1:23:26 - Closing comments
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Dewey Greene, as the leader of C12 Music City, leads groups of business owners as they pursue the integration of faith into their lives and businesses. Dewey sits down with Scotty to discuss his own personal journey of faith, failure, and restoration. With a depth of experience in business, personal, and spiritual issues, Dewey brings a perspective that all listeners will benefit from.
0:00 - Introduction
1:05 - Who is Dewey Greene?
5:07 - What does the trend towards later life marriages tell us about our culture?
9:01 - The compartmentalization of religion in Dewey’s upbringing
20:20 - How Dewey lost his way in his 40s and discovered the nearness of God for the first time
26:18 - The role of “peculiar” people and eyewitness testimony in evangelism
43:00 - What Dewey is doing now at C12
51:12 - The power of accountability in the Christian walk
58:20 - What it’s like to be a counselor and why everyone needs one
1:02:47 - The importance of daily time spent in the presence of the Lord
1:13:44 - How closeness with God will change your marriage
1:20:40 - The “invisible risk” in marriage
1:24:14 - Closing comments
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Dr. Scott Shepherd is the Music and Worship Specialist for the Tennessee Baptist Mission Board, serving over three thousand churches and advising them on music and worship.
He joins us today to discuss church and secular music, family worship, the discipleship of children, and much more! His diverse experience, deep theological knowledge, and heart for God and others combine to produce insights that we all will want to hear!
0:00 - Introduction
1:51 - About Dr. Scott Shepherd
3:48 - How did Dr. Shepherd get involved in music?
6:27 - Dr. Shepherd’s time at Union University
11:03 - What Dr. Shepherd does with the Tennesse Baptist Mission Board
14:09 - How to take worship outside the walls of the church
17:39 - What is the role of musical worship in a service?
19:48 - How to pursue musical excellence without letting that overshadow the purpose of worship
22:18 - How do modern worship trends impact the worship experience?
26:47 - The challenge presented by stylistic diversity worship music?
35:18 - What is the difference between simply playing music and worshiping?
36:56 - How should we as Christians approach secular music?
49:32 - Dr. Shepherd’s family band
53:18 - Music in the family
55:37 - Family worship
1:00:31 - Dr. Shepherd on homeschooling
1:04:40 - How Dr. Shepherd and his wife decided to adopt
1:09:02 - How to integrate faith into everyday family life
1:17:09 - How Dr. Shepherd’s health transformation came about
1:20:02 - Closing comments
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Our next guest on The Innerfire Podcast is Scott Shepherd! Scott is the Worship & Music Specialist for the TN Baptist Mission Board, assisting churches throughout the state with all things worship-related. Our conversation ranged from worship to homeschooling to adoption, and we can't wait for you to hear it this Monday, March 1!
Ben Clark, aka "Banjo Ben," is a bluegrass instrumentalist and teacher who, most notably, played for Taylor Swift in her early days. Ben has an amazing testimony, and a life that has taken him from studying entomology in college to, more recently, taking seminary classes and teaching Sunday School. Ben truly has a heart for the Lord, and we believe you will be both entertained and encouraged by our discussion with him.
0:00 - Introduction
2:10 - About “Banjo Ben” Clark
6:18 - Ben’s faith journey
12:24 - Church attendance vs. authentic faith
23:31 - Ben’s musical life
41:27 - How Ben came to play for Taylor Swift
49:42 - Faith as a traveling musician
1:08:17 - How does God use bad circumstances to do a good work in our lives?
1:19:42 - Ben’s advice for a traveling musician
1:25:39 - Ben’s epic bear story
Scripture References
Genesis 50:20 - As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today.
2 Samuel 11:1-12:25 - David and Bathsheba
Romans 8:28 - And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
Philipians 1:6 - And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ.
Hebrews 12:6 - “My son, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord, nor be weary when reproved by him. For the Lord disciplines the one he loves, and chastises every son whom he receives.”
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This Monday's full-length episode will feature former band member of Taylor Swift, "Banjo Ben" Clark. Ben has led a fascinating life and has an amazing testimony that we can't wait for you all to hear.
Welcome to The Innerfire Podcast! In this first episode, Innerfire employee Hannah interviews the founder of the ministry, Scotty Carroll. They discuss the purpose of the podcast, the integration of faith, the importance of conversation, and problems Christians currently face.
0:00 - Introduction
0:44 - About Scotty Carroll
3:02 - Why Scotty started Innerfire Ministries
14:36 - The role of The Innerfire Podcast in the mission of the ministry
18:36 - What are the issues facing the church today?
26:03 - The importance of having spiritual conversations in your family
38:22 - Advice for those who are anxious about the state of the country
42:54 - What is on the horizon for Innerfire in 2021?
43:55 - Closing comments
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