The Exiles Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Exiles Podcast
The Exiles Podcast is a weekly podcast with three close friends (Austin, Jonathan, and Colton) who have a desire to share their lives, experiences, and their pursuit of Christ, all from a Biblical perspective. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
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To skip Banter fast forward to 3:40 In this out of pocket episode Austin and Colton discuss their relationships with their in-laws and share what they have loved and learned all from a biblical perspective. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
To Skip banter fast forward to 3:30In this episode, Austin and Colton discuss the gospel impact of confessing sins and praying for one another within the body of Christ. Listen in and see how these practices promote forgiveness, unity in Christ, community support, and ultimately lead to personal holiness and sanctification.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
to skip banter fast forward to 5:55 In this episode of the Exiles Podcast, we take on the biblical principle of "outdoing one another in honor." We draw from passages like Romans 12:10 (NIV) which says, "Honor one another above yourselves." We discuss how this commandment guides us in our interactions with fellow believers and the world. We also address the challenge of selfishness and competitiveness and how adopting an attitude of honor can counteract these sinful tendencies. This episode aims to inspire and equip each listener to live out the principles of honor, love, and humility in their daily interactions, ultimately drawing them closer to Christ.
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to skip banter fast forward to 7:40 In this episode, we dive into the concept of empathy from a biblical perspective. Join us as we look at Christ, numerous passages, and the importance of carrying out the one another’s by walking in the shoes of others. Our guest speaker, Shannon Gautier defines empathy and a personal story of how empathy has transformed her life in relation to others. Tune in to discover how practicing empathy can not helps us show compassion and love one another as Christ loves us. Join us on this episode of The Exiles Podcast.
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to skip banter fast forward to 6:00 Paul is right… without the love what hai is there? What hope is there? Love is what binds all the one another’s together. Without love how can we begin to consider bearing one another’s burdens? Simple: we follow the example of Christ, the founder and perfecter of our faith. In this episode Colton and Austin discuss all these things from a biblical perspective.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
to skip banter fast forward to 5:50 In this episode Austin and Colton discuss the topic of hospitality from 1 Peter 4:9 and 1 Timothy 3. As believers how do we practically think about applying hospitality toward other brothers and sisters in the Lord. Here is our thoughts from a biblical perspective. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
In our second episode of season five we take on the topic of the Christian’s love for one another. Without love we are nothing. Without love we gain nothing. But people will know we are Christ’s disciples by our love for one another.
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to skip banter fast forward to 6:30 Over the next several weeks Austin, Colton, and Jonathan will be discussing the one another’s of the NT and how they directly apply to the church gathered and the church scattered. This weeks topic we discuss harmony and peace with one another from Romans 12:16-18.
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To skip banter fast forward to 5:58 Friends will disagree— they will argue. In this episode Austin and Jonathan discuss how brothers and sisters in Christ can love one another in their disagreements. We must learn how to listen, to love, to encourage, and know that our closest friends in Christ only seek to build us up in truth. Check this episode out and share it with a friend.
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to skip banter fast forward to 4:45 In this episode Austin shares his story of witnessing divorce and the possible effects it can have on children both young and grown, what it may communicate about the gospel, and the Lord’s mercy to take evil things and work them out for our good.
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In this episode Austin, Colton, Jonathan look forward in 2023 and discuss things they desire to see change in themselves as they pursue to grow in Christ in the remainder of the year. Where would you like to be in your walk in Christ by the end of the year? What could the Lord do in and through you this year still?
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To skip banter fast forward to 3:30 In this episode Austin, Jonathan, and Colton reflect on God’s sanctifying work in their lives over the last six months. This episode is created to help encourage other believers to see the goodness of the Lord at work in your life day to day as He transforms us into the likeness of His Son, Jesus.
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In this episode Austin and guest, Jay Grisham discuss what it could look like to pursue Christ as a business owner and boss. In this episode Jay answers questions about his life, his faith, and opens up about how the Lord has used the scriptures (and godly people) to influence him to be a boss who seeks to serve others with love and bring glory to God through it all.
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to skip the banter fast forward to 5:30 In this episode Jonathan, Austin, and Colton discuss the balance between godly contentment and personal ambitions. Is it okay for Christians to be ambitious? Is it okay for us to desire a bigger salary? Job promotion? And other accolades in our career? Where is the line between godly ambitions and selfish ambitions?
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To skip banter fast forward to 5:20 Proverbs 1:7 says, “The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge; fools despise wisdom and instruction.” In this episode Austin, Jonathan, and Colton discuss what godly wisdom is, who can obtain it, and how we can pursuit it practically in our day to day lives.
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To skip banter fast forward to 7:00 In this episode Jonathan and Austin remember the late Tim Keller, talk about training environments for aspiring young pastors, and discuss the example of Paul, and most importantly Christ, on what it looks like to put others interest before our own.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
to skip banter fast forward to 4:00 Every dad has their own story to tell about raising their kids. Some are funny, some are sad, and others are frustrating. But for the Father who fears the Lord it is sanctifying. In this episode Jonathan and Colton reveal what God has taught them about themselves through the lives of their child.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
To Skip Banter Fast Forward to 5:50in this episode Austin and Colton welcome Jonathan back to the podcast, get an update about Jon Anders, and answer a question sent in from one of their listeners. How do I personally avoid moral failure and/or sin?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
to skip banter fast forward to 5:05 In this episode Austin and Colton discuss the necessity of church membership. Is it important for believers to gather together regularly? Is individual Christian mindset healthy or unhealthy for the believer? Are their benefits for growth found in the local body? All these questions are answered in this episode.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
to skip banter fast forward to 1:30 In this episode Austin and Colton discuss two differing points regarding our relationships with one another and our relationships with the members at our local church. Do our friendships trump the covenant we made with other believes in the local church? Or are our covenant relationships in the body more unique, and in some cases special, compared to our friends outside our local church?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
to skip banter fast forward to 5:15 Another Resurrection Sunday has come and gone. But what does that mean for us as followers of Christ? Do we wait in anticipation for next Easter to roll around? Do we change what we are doing today? In this episode Austin and Colton discuss the resurrection of Christ and how it has personally impacted their lives day after day.--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
To Skip Banter fast forward to 5:50 In this episode Jonathan May vote yes for Austin to become a member at his church, a interim pastor was voted no to becoming the pastor before he preached, and teenage Colton voted no to the man who made a huge spiritual influence on his life. Most importantly, Austin, Jonathan, and Colton take time to answer a question from a listener about Christians and American consumerism. How do you avoid covetousness in a consumerism charged America?--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-exiles-podcast/support
to skip banter fast forward to 5:30 Darth Colton is back! In this episode Colton, Jonathan, and Austin discuss their desire to delight in God’s word and what it means to truly find joy in our study of the scriptures. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-exiles-podcast/support
In this episode, Austin and Jonathan discuss their experiences of being church members at local churches. Being a member can bring hard times and good times. But regardless, of which time comes, they both share their testimony of the many blessings that have come by being a member of a local body of Christ. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-exiles-podcast/support
In this episode Austin, Jonathan, and Colton answer a question sent in by a listener about God’s justice in a society that supposedly “loves” justice today. The discussion around this question remained open ended in order to spark and promote deeper thought and consideration by you, the listener! Write in and let us know your thoughts on the topic through Facebook messenger, Instagram or email. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-exiles-podcast/support
to skip banter fast forward to 3:15 Jimmy Hendrix, Woodstock, and Jonathan’s guitar, and discussions around the topic of hobbies! How can we glorify God using our hobbies? Are they meant for so much more than how we often use them? Where does are rest truly lie? All these questions are discussed on this episode as Austin, Jonathan, and Colton discuss honoring the Lord with our favorite hobbies. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-exiles-podcast/support
To skip banter fast forward to 3:30 In this episode we answer a follow up question from the previous week regarding more practical ways to live as known followers of Christ in the workplace. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-exiles-podcast/support
To skip banter fast forward to 2:45 We all feel the same temptation to slack off when the boss is not around or look forward to clock-out time long before the job is finished. However, the Bible teaches us a very different approach to how we view work. In this episode Austin, Jonathan, and Colton discuss how they’ve sought to glorify God in their jobs while also providing scriptural principles that can apply to all who seek to please the Lord at work. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-exiles-podcast/support
To skip banter fast forward to 3:45 Austin, Jonathan, and Colton get a message from a listener about the pros and cons to attending seminary as well as who should go? When should they go? What are the potential dangers of going or not? What role does the church and her leaders play in our aspirations for theological education? --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-exiles-podcast/support
Over the past two years all three of us have picked up our lives, left our previous occupations, and led our families to move from our previous homes to the Jackson metro area. With each reason we have for moving we believe it was the Lord sovereignly and faithfully leading us where we are for his glory and honor. Listen in to see how we came to this conclusion. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-exiles-podcast/support
It’s a new year with new episodes and new faces on the Exiles Podcast! In the episode Austin and our new co-hosts Jonathan and Colton talk reintroduce themselves and discuss what the plan is for new episodes each week. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-exiles-podcast/support
In our last episode of the year we look at the topics of joy and love. Joy is the lasting expression of delight in the Lord and love is what anchors them all together. Our greatest examples of these attributes in advent season is Jesus who is the founder and perfecter of our faith.--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-exiles-podcast/support
On this episode Austin and special guest, Forrest Upchurch discuss advent and how believers can obtain and/or walk in peace regardless of the circumstances that may surround us. Ultimately we believe that peace with God only comes through the person and work of Jesus Christ. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-exiles-podcast/support
The advent season is here and over the next four weeks Austin and Andrew will be discussing four themes that advent highlights: hope, peace, joy, and love. In todays episode we discuss our hope in Christ as we commemorate his first coming and eagerly anticipate his second coming this Christmas season.
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In this episode Austin and Andrew look at an Egyptian Hallel Psalm, Psalm 117 and discuss how remembering God’s steadfast love and faithfulness can lead our hearts to worshiping God through missions.
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On this episode Austin and special guest, Ryan Marshall discuss the Colossians 3:16 and how it effects our view of corporate worship. “Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly, teaching and admonishing one another in all wisdom, singing psalms and hymns and spiritual songs, with thankfulness in your hearts to God”(Colossians 3:16, ESV)
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We’ve talked about the why of family worship and this week we talk about how you can take the first steps to creating a healthy rhythm of family worship in your home.
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In this episode Austin and Dean Seeley discuss the why behind Family Worship. If you are searching for a place to start worship at your house or are parents who think it’s to late we would love for you to tune in and see that God is not done using you and your family as an instrument for his worship and praise.
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Today we discuss the topic of worship from Romans 12:1-2. “I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.” From this text we answer the question of how to sacrificially worship the Lord with our bodies through the transformation of our minds.
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Five minute fridays is a special episode of the exiles podcast where Harrison, a member and intern at FBC. So we have invited him to join us, every month once a month to look at the mission and history of the church from a gospel centered point of view. This weeks episode is on missionary William Carey.
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Today is a special episode with our guest Dr. Edwin Craft who is an expert in IT and studied the dynamics of generational relationships in a technology age. In this episode we discuss how parents can be aware of the dangers of social media and how scripture informs us how to disciple them to be good stewards of their social media. Click the Link for more info: https://classroom.google.com/c/NTM3NDk3NzYwNTY2?cjc=kwwws3f
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A new season kicks off for the Exiles Podcast as we discuss look into this topic of worship. We believe worship is intertwined with discipleship and those who truly worship the Lord are his disciples. We discuss the beginning of worship in this episode as we introduce our new season.
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Yes! We are back! And yes! We have another episode on evangelism! This week Austin and Andrew talk through two resources you can think through as you seek to share the good news of Jesus with the lost.
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Colton Fremont is back for one more discussion about evangelism. Part one was about defining evangelism. In part two Austin and Colton answer the question “Why is evangelism considered a spiritual discipline?” And “How can we practically and intentionally evangelize those who are lost around us?”
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In this episode Austin and special guest Colton Fremont define evangelism and the importance of why each believer is expected and empowered to share their faith with those who are without Christ around them.
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Five Minute Friday is a special episode where Harrison, a member/intern at First Baptist Cleveland, looks at the mission of the church throughout her history from a gospel centered point of view! In this episode Harrison tells the story Hudson Taylor!
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Often times we don’t consider service or serving others as a spiritual discipline. However, we do know that Christ was a servant of all and we have been called to be confirmed to His image. In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss how an outward action of love towards others is a beautiful discipline that makes us more like Jesus.
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After a week off Austin and Andrew take on the topic of silence and solitude. What did Jesus think about solitude? What does silence and solitude teach us? How can we practice this discipline? Press play and find out!
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Five Minute Friday is a special episode where Harrison, a member/intern at First Baptist Cleveland, looks at the mission of the church throughout her history from a gospel centered point of view! In this episode Harrison tells the story of a familiar historic figure, Saint Patrick.
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In this episode Andrew answers a series of questions regarding this years Southern Baptist Convention. He answers questions about guidepost, the report, the definition of the pastor, and other things you may have missed at this years convention.
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Over the past 2 weeks Austin and Andrew have defined fasting and discussed its purpose in the grand scheme of God’s plan. On this weeks episode of the Exiles Podcast we discuss how to fast by looking at Jesus instructions and Israel’s example found in scripture.
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In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss the purpose of fasting as an essential spiritual discipline of the faith. This is the second part of this topic with more practical tools to come.
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“Fasting is the most feared and most misunderstood of all the spiritual disciplines.” Nonetheless, it is one that every Christian should commit to practicing regularly. In this episode Austin and Andrew begin a mini-series on fasting by defining what fasting is and what it isn’t.
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Five Minute Friday is a special episode where Harrison, a member/intern at First Baptist Cleveland, looks at the mission of the church throughout her history from a gospel centered point of view! In this episode Harrison tells the story of Missionary Raymond Llull.
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A court opinion proposing Roe v Wade and Casey v Planned Parenthood was leaked earlier this month on May 2, 2022. As disciples of Christ what should we know? How should we think? And what can we do to see this come true? Austin and Andrew seek to provide some clarity to each of these questions. Check it out, share it with your friends, and rate our episodes so others can tune into our weekly conversations of discipleship.
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It is time to give away a New Study Bible! Not only are we announcing the winner of our giveaway; Austin and Andrew are also discussing their last topic of prayer. In this weeks episode we discuss habits of prayer that you may add to your daily rhythms of life. Check it out, share it with your friends, and rate our episodes so others can tune into our weekly conversations of discipleship.
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Prayer journaling may sound odd but it is actually a very natural and appropriate way to spend time in prayer. In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss some of the ways you can use journaling to strengthen your time in prayer.
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It’s GIVEAWAY TIME! In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss putting a plan to prayer life as a means to grow as disciples in Christ. Prayer teaches us about God so that we can approach Him with confidence in our request. For more information on our give away follow us on Facebook and Instagram and listen to this episode for more instructions.
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Prayer can sometimes be difficult, especially when we do not have the words to say. In this episode, Austin and Andrew discuss how we can use scripture to inform us on how to pray to God.
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Listening to the word preached and/or taught is a valuable and necessary tool for our growth in Christ. In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss their favorite pastors to listen to and other resources you can use to increase your Bible intake.
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Scripture memorization is a joyful and intentional time of spiritual disciplines in the life of a believer. In this episode Austin and Andrew talk through some ways we can go about memorizing scripture as well as why it is important for us to start today. Links to resources below: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/verses-bible-memory/id939461663 https://scripturememory.com/downloadables/andrewdavis.pdf
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Whatever discipleship relationship you are in you will find the Word of God must be central. In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss using the Bible study methods as a tool to help you grow in the grace and knowledge of Jesus.
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Over the next few weeks Austin and Andrew are going to talk through tools to use for discipleship. In this episode we look at different ways to use a bible reading plan as a tool to grow in your relationship with Christ.
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Today is our first mailbox episode! A mailbox episode is when we take one or more of your questions and we answer them on the podcast! Todays episode we answer one question on the role of Deacon and Elders sent in by— Andy Stanley??
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To skip banter fast forward to 4:30 In this podcast Austin and Andrew give a brief update on their bible reading plans. The primary focus of this episode is spent on thinking through and planning your discipleship relationship.
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On this episode Austin and Andrew discuss how to find someone to disciple. What might it look like for you to disciple someone new in your context? How can you go about beginning that relationship? All that and more in this episode.
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to skip banter fast fwd to 3:40 mark In this episode Andrew talks about a weird podcast he listens too and Austin catches him in the act. Most importantly they answer the question of how you can find someone to disciple you if you are currently not being discipled.
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On this episode Andrew defines the term disciple making. It is the wedding of discipleship and evangelism. It is reaching the lost and maturing the saved. It’s intentionally entering into someone’s life to help them know and follow Jesus and teach them to obey His commands.
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Discipleship is not as broad as some may like it to be. Discipleship is intentionally equipping believers with the Word of God empowered by the Holy Spirit with the anticipation of replicating more disciples of Jesus. The question is, are you in a discipleship relationship?
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Five Minute Friday is a new segment where Harrison, a member/intern at First Baptist Cleveland, will look at the mission of the church throughout her history from a gospel centered point of view! In this episode Harrison tells the story of one of the more famous 21st century American Missionaries, Jim Elliot. Jim Elliot once stated, “He is no fool who gives what he cannot keep to gain what he cannot lose.” To some, Jim gave up everything and gained nothing. But to Jim and Elizabeth the treasures of this world were worth giving up to proclaim the riches of the glory of Christ till death brought them to their heavenly home.
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to skip banter fast forward too 3:30 In this episode Austin and Andrew talk about Lost Pizza, arcade games, and most importantly define and discuss what a disciple of Christ is. Committed to Jesus. Transformed by Jesus. Accomplishing the mission of Jesus.
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It’s a new year! In this episode Austin and Andrew share their Bible study plans for 2022. Books they look forward to reading and new episodes coming to the Exiles Podcast in 2022!
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We all have goals to be better in 2022. Some of you may be wanting to read more or find a cool podcast to listen to in the new year. Well, in our final episode of 2021 Andrew and Austin provide a few of their favorite podcast and books from this past year. If you are listening be sure to check these resources out.
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The fourth week of Advent—peace! Peace on earth is peace experienced in and through the person and work of Jesus Christ. As believers we seek to live peacefully with all people. We we pursue peace then we find our rest and identity in the Prince of Peace, Jesus.
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Joy to the world the LORD has come! In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss the topic of Joy this advent season. Where does joy began? How is joy experienced? How does joy help us anticipate the coming of our Savior and King, Jesus!
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to skip banter fast forward to 2:38 Christmas season is the season of love! We love pizza, we love our families! But during advent season, just like any season we reflect on the love of God towards His people. We think about the coming of Christ to die for us and today we eagerly await his second coming with hearts full of love for our Savior.
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Five Minute Friday is a new segment where Harrison, a member/intern at First Baptist Cleveland, will look at the mission of the church throughout her history from a gospel centered point of view! In this episode Harrison takes us to the land of Brazil to observe two missionaries sent by the church in Geneva to reach a predominantly Roman Catholic colony with the gospel of Christ. Some made it back home while others risked their lives for the truth of God’s word. But what does this story have to do about us? What can we learn from the men who risked everything to make the gospel known to the nations?
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To skip banter fast forward to 4:20 over the month of December Austin and Andrew will cover the four pillars of Advent: Hope, love, joy, and peace. In today’s episode they answer the question “what Is Advent?” and then discuss how each advent season lays out the story of Hope in the person and work of Jesus Christ.
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It’s thanksgiving week with thanksgiving list and thankfulness to the Lord for the exiles podcast! In this podcast episode we are especially thankful for our listeners and God’s gift of stewardship. How are Christians to be good stewards?
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Chick-fil-a sauce, high school attendance, pursuit of college education and the topic of Christian education. In this episode Andrew and Austin talk about the value and blessing of the gift of knowledge that we receive in Christ. A gift that every believer should pursue with all humility and truth.
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From mission impossible to mission unstoppable. In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss the Christian’s role in everyday evangelism and missions.
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In this episode Austin and Andrew discuss the end times! Andrew denies that he is a dispensationalist! Austin claims to hold to the Pan-Mil perspective. But primarily whatever view we hold this episode points to the hope we have in Christ and the unquestionable confidence that these things will come to pass as God has ordained them!
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Life is hard and sometimes we need to simply be encouraged. Sometimes we need to be the ones to encourage others. In this episode Austin and guest discuss 5 practical points that will lead to yours and others encouragement.
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In this episode Andrew and Austin talk about their recent Netflix adventures, the Last Kingdom tv show, and the only Kingdom that truly matters— the Kingdom of God.
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The truth of Andrew’s secret identity is brought to light. Not only so, but this episodes discussion revolves around the corporate gathering of the saints on the best day… aka… the Lord’s Day! What is the purpose of this weekly gathering of believers? Click on the play button and find out!
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In this episode Austin and new co-host Andrew Harper discuss the continued tension between the Executive Committee, the task force created to oversee the sexual assault allegations within the SBC, and the messengers who requested the investigation. The real question is how should we think about this looking from the outside in?
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In this episode Austin discusses the significance of the gospel as it pertains to the Lord’s supper. It is an Old Testament picture, fulfilled by Christ Jesus, given to us as an ordinance to remember His sacrifice and anticipate his Second Coming. We cannot get this wrong. Click the episode to hear more!
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HOT TOPIC: The executive committee of the SBC has appeared to deny the messengers their request for the EC to be stripped of their attorney/client privileges in the current sexual abuse investigation. In this episode Austin and Brother Tommy Williamson seek to provide a Christ-Centered approach to help you think through these issues in a biblical manner. Informative links below: https://www.sbc.net/about/what-we-do/sbc-entities/executive-committee https://www.baptistpress.com/resource-library/news/trustees-ec-responds-to-task-force-authorizes-funding-at-september-meeting/
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As Baptist we believe that baptism is done by immersion. But baptism is much more than immersion. It is symbol of new birth. It is an illustration of the gospel that we believe. Check out what else Baptism represents and implies as Austin and his big brother, Jacob discuss the next article in the Baptist Faith and Message!
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In the episode Austin and Jonathan cover the topic of the church. What is the churches purpose? Why does the church gather? How should I think about God’s church? All answers inside!
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I’m this episode Austin and Jonathan answer a question sent in by one of their listeners. In it you will find that there is room for Christian liberty and Spirit guided discernment on this particular topic as they discuss how one should consider their own approach to this question.
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In this episode Austin and his guest Jonathan Boles discuss the next article of the Baptist Faith and Message in front of a live audience. Jonathan is a dear brother who is faithful at his job and church, Grace Community Church in Jackson, MS.
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In this episode Austin and his former Youth Pastor, Tyler Bolen walk through two important truths that pertain to the Salvation of all Christians. What does it mean to be sanctified? What will happen when we are glorified? Get your answers on this episode!
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On this episode Austin is joined by a mentor in the faith, Tyler Bolen! They talk about the doctrine of Justification, Tyler’s baby, Samuel, and our identity in Christ once we have been justified by grace through faith alone.
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In this episode Austin and his two guest (Parker Hudson and Forrest Upchurch) discuss the first part of a 4 episode series on The doctrine of Salvation as found in the Baptist Faith and Message 2000. We also learn about Forrest’s preferred fashion style, Parker’s attempt to embarrass Austin, and Austin’s embarrassment! Check. It. Out.
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On this episode Austin and a special guest take on the doctrine of man as found in the Baptist Faith and Message! After much googling, researching, and reading they have brought fourth what Great Commission Baptist believe about mans relationship with God before and after the fall; and the means in which mankind can be restored in Christ.
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Today, Austin is joined by his mentor Brother Tommy Williamson. In this episode they discuss the need for church members to encourage and pray for their pastor(s). Brother Tommy also explains how his most recent camping vacation went!
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In this episode Austin and his guest Andrew Harper discuss the Holy Spirit as seen in scripture. There are laughs, awkward pauses, and friendly fellowship. Plus Andrew shares how he came to faith in Jesus!
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