Into the Western Wild: Recent Episodes
Salmon Valley Baptist Church
Into the Western Wild is a weekly radio that airs on KSRA in Salmon, Idaho. Pastors Mike Palmer and Trey Sapp of Salmon Valley Baptist Church discuss the circumstances of the world we live in today and help us to understand and respond through the lens of scripture. ---- Music by Trinity River Band https://www.trinityriverband.com/
We are never promised that life will be easy, but we are promised that God wants to walk with us in the hardships. Join Pastor Tyler and special guest Ethyn as they dive into Psalm 91 and see this incredible promise of God!
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Why do we praise the Lord? Because of both His power and his personal relationship with us. Join Pastors Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 147 to see why this particular Psalm says we should praise the Lord.
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Scripture never promises that life will be easy. In fact it promises the opposite. But what Scripture does promise is the presence of God in our lives as we seek Him. Join Pastors Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 84 to see what it has it has to teach us today.
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Repentance is an importance part of the Christian walk. Join Pastor Tyler and special guest Jason Crownover as they dive into Psalm 32 and see what it has to teach us on repentance.
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Join Pastor Mike and special guest Tyler Penalber as they dive into Psalm 139 to see what it has to teach us!
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Pastor Mike and Faith read Psalm 146 and discuss the truths of God that are written within.
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We can always be thankful because God is always faithful. Join Pastors Tyler Baker and special guest John Guillott as they look at Psalm 100 and see what it has to teach us today!
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The Lord is always worthy of praise! Because of who He is and because God is compassionate and good. Join Pastors Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 145 and see how David praises the Lord!
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Sometimes life is hard. Sometimes we are in dark places. What do we do when that happens? Join Pastors Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 145 to see a raw and real moment of struggle and what the man after God's own heart does.
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What do we do with anxiety? What do we do when we are overwhelmed by everything in our lives? Join Pastors Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 142 and see how David handles a hard part of his life.
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What are we supposed to do with suffering and difficulties? Join Pastors Tyler, Nicky, and CJ as they dive in Psalm 22 to get an up close and personal look at David's relationship with the Lord.
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What do you trust in? The Lord or the things of this world? Join Pastors Tyler, Nicky, and CJ as they dive into Psalm 37 and see it what it has to teach us.
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You are not an accident. No matter what other people say about you or even what you think about yourself, God made you on purpose just like you are. Join Pastors Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 139 to see what it says about how much God cares about us.
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Sometimes there are Psalms in the Bible that are just tough. They take some wresting to come to terms with. Psalm 137 is one of those passages. What do we do with them? Join Pastors Mike and Tyler as they dive into this Psalm to see what it has to teach us.
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Easter is the celebration of the greatest event in human history! When Jesus rose again. When Jesus rose again, he proved that he was in fact God, just as he claimed. And that means he is the sufficient sacrifice for our sins. Join Pastors Mike and Tyler as they walk through some New Testament passages and talk about Easter.
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Why is the cross such a big deal? Why is it a symbol that has survived time for so long? Because we all have to do something with the cross. Join Pastors Mike and Tyler as they dive into 1 Corinthians to see what it says about the cross.
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There are so many reasons to give thanks to God. Dive into Psalm 136 with Pastors Mike and Tyler as they see what proper praise and thanksigivng looks like and what difference it makes in our lives.
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What do we do when we live in a world of wars, rumors of wars, and so much panic? Turns out God is still at work even in a world that seems like it's in chaos. Join Pastors Mike, Tyler, and special guest John Avant as they dive into what the Lord has to teach us today.
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What do we do when the world seems in turmoil. Where does our hope and confidence lie when the world is at war? Join Pastor Tyler and Faith as they dive into Psalm 108 to see what it has to teach us today.
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What is our response to a world that is fallen and evil? Is and anger and outrage? What should our repsonse be as followers of God? Join Pastor Tyler and Jason as they dive into Psalm 37 to see what it has to teach us!
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Do you know that God is faithful and good? But have you experienced God is good? Join Pastor Tyler and special guest Steven as they dive into Psalm 34 to see what it says about the faithfullness of God.
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We live in a culture full of anger and anxiety. But is that how we are supposed to live as Christians? Join Pastors Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 131 and see what it has to say on the matter.
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What does repentance look like? One of the best pictures we have of this in Scripture is Psalm 51. Join Pastor Mike, Tyler, and special guest Andy Jordan as they see what it has to say.
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What does worship look like? What should our heart attitude be? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at Psalm 130 and what a heart preparing for worship looks like.
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No matter how we work, sometimes it doesn't seem to make a difference. Sometimes no matter how much we strive, things keep getting worse. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 127 and see what it says about work and rest.
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What do you trust in? Where does your security lie? Do any of those things last forever? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 125 and see what the Psalmist says about our security in the Lord!
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Did you know that God thinks you're incredible? You have intrinsic value just because you are a human being. Join Pastor Tyler and Jason as they dive into Psalm 8 to see what it has to say on the value of mankind.
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What happens after Christmas? We love to read the Christmas story, but what happens next? What happens to us after Christmas? Sometimes we have a bad habit of living for the big moments of walking with Jesus like Christmas but we miss the obedience of the day to day. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of Luke to see what it has to tell us.
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God is always at work! Even when we don't see it or know about it. There is so much more to the Christmas story than just the little manger scene we imagine in our minds. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into some passages from Isaiah, Luke, and Galatians to try and get a better idea of how big the birth of Jesus was.
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Mercy is a hard thing to come by these days. When we get to the end of our rope, where do we usually turn? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 123 and see where they Psalmist goes when he needs mercy.
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Where does your help come from? When life gets hard or difficult, where do you turn? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 121 as the Psalmist answers the question of where his help comes from.
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Why do you give thanks? Is it because of what you have? Or because what's going well in your life? Does your thanksgiving include the death of Jesus on a cross? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Luke 22 and look at a moment where Jesus gave thanks.
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Where does thankfulness fit into the live of a Jesus follower? It turns out it foundational to our lives and changes every aspect of our lives. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Colossians 4:2 to see what it has to say!
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The Lord is always at work. And the Lord is for you. Do we remember what the Lord has done? Do we take time to give thanks for it? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 118 and see how the Israelites celebrated the faithfulness of the Lord.
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It's the shortest chapter in the Bible. But it has a lot to say to us about praise and worship. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 117.
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What does your prayer life look like? Is is thankful? We serve a God who is good and faithful and is ready to not only hear us can save us from our deepest troubles. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 116 and see a prayer life that praises the God who Saves.
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What's our first response when people mistreat us and lie about us? Is it to pray for them? Is it to praise the Lord? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at Psalm 109 and see what David's response is when people persecute him.
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Join Pastor Mike as he gets an exclusive interview with one of our missionaries that lives and serves in sub-Sahara Africa!
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What is worship? Is it music and singing? Or is it so much more than that? Join Pastor Tyler and Faith as they dive into Psalm 95 to see what it has to say about worship and what that means for our lives.
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What do you do when life is hard and doesn't make sense? What is your response? Join Pastor Tyler and special guest Faith Durham as they dive into Psalm 40 and 70 and explore what a proper response to hardship looks like in Scripture.
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Is God always at work? Most of us would probably say yes, but do we really know that and live like that? Is God still at work in our most difficult times? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at Psalm 107 and see the faithfulness of God at work in some different groups of people struggling in different ways.
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Why does nature exist? What is the point of the world being so beautiful? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 104 and see what the difference is between seeing nature and seeing creation.
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The beauty of the Psalms is the range of emotions we see expressed in worship towards God. While some Psalms are laments, some are thanksgiving and praise. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 103 to get a full picture of why we can praise God because of His character and His work in our lives.
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It's ok not to be ok. We're not always good at recognizing as modern day Christians. But life is hard sometimes. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 102 and see a real, honest, vulnerable prayer to the Lord.
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Do you live your life with intentionality? Or do you live on the whims of the world around you? As Christ followers we're called to live our lives to a different standard. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 101 and see a great example of an intentional life.
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How often do we think about that fact that God cares about us and love us? The same God that created the stars is the same God that wants a relationship with us. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler with special guest Kay Robinson as they dive into Psalm 8.
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What does God want me to do with my life? It's a question that comes up once in a while. How do we follow God in those moments when we don't know what comes next? Join Pastor Tyler and special guest Emily Boyd as they talk about what it means to follow Jesus.
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Sometimes we get too used to God. We get too comfortable with our idea of God. But God is eternal and powerful, and beyond what we can comprehend. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 90 and begin to see what a proper view of God looks like.
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We love happy endings. We love when everything works out just like we think it should. But what happens life doesn't work that way? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 88 and see what real honest prayer looks like when life doesn't go well.
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How would you describe the Word of God? What difference does it make in your life? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they discuss 119 with returning guest, Trey Sapp.
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What does a Psalm about Jerusalem mean for us today? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 87 and see what implications it has for us today as Jesus followers.
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Join Pastor as he welcomes special guests Dr. David Olshine and his son Andrew Olshine as they talk about what it means to live a life of balance.
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What does your prayer life look like? Sometimes it's healthy for us to do a spiritual evaluation of our prayer lives. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at Psalm 86 and see what David's prayer life looked like and how it's a good model for us today.
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Join Pastor as he interviews Jaylen Bodry, one of our summer interns with Salmon Valley and Reach Idaho.
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How is your relationship with God? It's the most important question we can ask. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 85 to talk about remembering, revival, and the peace that God offers to those who are following him.
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How often do we truly long to be in God's presence? There is joy available to us in the presence of God! Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 84 to see what it has to tell us about the presence of God.
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God is always faithful and always provides. How often do we remember that? The people of Israel were commanded to remember what God had done. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 81 to see what it tells us about remembering what God has done.
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How will our children come to know Jesus? How will they know what following God looks like? Join as Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 78 to see what it has to say on parenting and our future generations.
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What is worship? We probably first think of music when we think of worship. But is that what worship really is? Join Pastor Tyler, TC, and Danielle as they explore what worship really looks like both in Scripture and in our own lives.
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What's your view of God? Does it usually involve the view that God is your friend? Join Pastor Mike, TC, and Danielle as they unpack this idea of what it means when Scripture says that we are friends of God.
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What do the women at the tomb have to do with the church of Pergamum that's mentioned in Revelation 2? Join Pastor Mike and Special guest John Avant at they look at what it means to hold onto Jesus.
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What's your favorite Easter passage of Scripture? Join Pastor Mike and special guest John Avant as they dive into John 19 and see what it tells us about Easter.
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It's not hard to get bitter when we look at the world around us. Why does it seem like wicked people are always prospering? If we're not careful, it's easy to get so focused on other people that we lose our focus on God. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 73 and follow the journey of a guy who struggled with bitterness.
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Have you ever felt like you're in a helpless situation? Have you reached rock bottom? The good news is that God is here. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 68 and see what it has to tell us about the manifest presence of God.
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Why do we praise God? Sometimes our worship and prayer life can take a singular focus and we miss out on the scope of how good God is. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 66 and examine a cool structure for our worship and prayer.
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What do you when life gets desperate. What does your relationship with God look like when things seem hopeless? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at Psalm 63 and see what David did in a desperate situation.
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Where do you place your hope and your trust? When life hits you hard, what is your first response? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 62 and see what David did when enemies came against him.
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Life is hard. One of the difficulties we go through sometimes is when people betray us. What do we do with that? What is our response? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at Psalm 54 and examine what a Godly response looks like.
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Sometimes we get too used to God. We forget just how truly overwhelming he is and we forget that He is the judge. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 50 and explore not only the overwhelming nature of God but His grace for us as well.
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Life is hard. It's easy to find reasons to grieve and be angry. But what do we do with those emotions as Christians? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 13 and look at the spiritual discipline of lament.
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Sometimes this world beats us up. Sometimes life is just hard. How do we live in that as Jesus followers? Dive into Psalm 42 and 43 with Pastor Mike and Tyler as dive into a beautiful Psalm about the hope and faithfulness of God even in the difficult times of life.
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Life is hard. Things happen in the world that just don't make sense. What do we do with that as Christ followers? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 39 and see the real and honest struggle of King David and his relationship with the Lord.
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We throw the word repentance around. But what does it actually mean? What does true repentance really look like? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 51 to see an incredible example of repentance in Scripture.
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Peace and joy are pretty rare in today's world. Fear and worry are a lot more present. But how do we live in a crazy world? Join Pastor Tyler and Faith and they dive into Psalm 34 to see what it says!
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Does your praise and worship ever get stale? It shouldn't. We praise the Lord for who he is. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at Psalm 33 and the reasons it gives us for praising the Lord.
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We call it the Christmas Story. Some of us read it every year, or watch the Charlie Brown Christmas Special. But what does it actually mean? Is it more than just a cute story? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at how insane the story of Christmas actually is.
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We throw the word repentance around in Christian circles a lot. But what does it actually mean? What difference does actually make in our lives? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 32 to see what it teaches us.
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Creation can be violent and overwhelming. Natural disasters are a scary thing where we can often be left feeling helpless. But we serve a God that is bigger and more powerful than even those. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 29 to see what it says about the Lord of creation.
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Being thankful should be more than a season. It is meant be a lifestyle. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 92 and see what it has to say on the faithfulness of God and our attitude of thankfulness.
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If you were to run into your favorite celebrity or the president tomorrow how would you react? How should we enter into the presence of God? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at Psalm 100 to see what it says.
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Psalm 23 is one of the most well-known passages of Scripture there is. Sometimes we have a tendency to just read it or hear it, and not actually stop to think about it. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 23 to see what incredible truth it has in store for us.
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God did not just create the world and leave. He has made himself known to mankind. How does God reveal himself? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 19 and see what it has to tell us about the revelation of God!
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It seems like the world has gone crazy. We live in a time where there is no winning. Wars, elections, hurricanes, and everything else under the sun, have us feeling helpless. What do we do as Jesus followers? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at the book of Psalms to see what it has to say!
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Everywhere we turn, it seems like everyone is angry about something. Why is that? Is that how it's supposed to be? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Psalm 2 and see what it has to say on the matter.
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Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into a brand new series going through some selected Psalms. Psalm 1 has some important wisdom for us when it comes to the choices we make in life.
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As we get to the last several verses of 1 Peter, it might be easy to skip the things that don't seem like they apply to us. But in his closing remarks, Peter has some good stuff to teach us.
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Our world is broken. There's no doubt about it. The book of 1 Peter on more than one occasion has talked about the fact that there will be suffering and persecution. But that's not the end of the story. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at a couple verses in 1 Peter that have huge implications.
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We all have anxieties. We all have cares and worries. We live in a world where everyone is anxious and stressed. So how do we live in that as Christians? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of 1 Peter to see what it says.
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What does the leadership of pastors and elders look like Biblically? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of 1 Peter to see what it says about it as well as some principles that apply to all of us as Jesus followers.
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What do we do with persecution and suffering as Christ followers? What is our response? What does it mean? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at what Peter has to say on the matter.
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The end of the world is coming? But when? And what should our response be as Jesus followers? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they examine the lives we are called to live in scope of the end of the world.
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What does it actually look like to live as Christians? Because of what Jesus has done in our lives, how do we look different? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the Bible to see what it has to say on the matter.
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Chastity seems like a weird word to use especially in today's day and age. But the concept is not only Biblical but also very practical for us today as Christ followers. Join Pastor Tyler and special returning guest Trey Sapp as they dive into this topic.
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Sometimes there hard passages to understand in Scripture. 1 Peter has a few of those and this one is certainly one of them. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at a tricky passage and see what it really has to say to us as Jesus followers.
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What really defines our actions? Why do we do what we do? Is it because of other will do? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of 1 Peter to see what it says about how others treat us and the hope we have in Jesus.
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What does it look like to live a surrendered life to Jesus? It's hard to get more practical than 1 Peter. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the section of 1 Peter addressed to "All Christians."
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What does the role of the husband look like in Scripture? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of 1 Peter to see what it says about the roles of husbands in marriage.
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What does stuck poo have to do with the church? Join Pastor Mike and special guest John Avant as they talk about some hilarious things that happen in church but also some ways the church in America is not healthy.
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When it comes to living for God in every aspect of our lives, one the biggest ways we see is in the lives of husbands and wives. Join Pastor Tyler and his wife Joy as they look at what 1 Peter has to say about marriage.
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Join Pastor Tyler for a special episode as he interviews Emily Boyd, and they talk about things like missions and the difference knowing Jesus makes.
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What your first reaction when you are treated poorly? How are we supposed to act when we are not treated fairly? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dig into the book of 1 Peter to see how we are supposed to live as Jesus followers.
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There are few things that can get riled up as much as politics. But how exactly are we supposed to act as Christians in a world of anger, hatred, and division? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of 1 Peter to answer that very question.
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How should we live as people that are citizens of heaven and destined for a different place? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of 1 Peter to see what it says about living as temporary residents and foreigners.
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How do you define your identity? How would you define yourself and who you are? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of 1 Peter and see how our identity is defined as Jesus followers.
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Sometimes it's easy to get caught up in our traditions. That was certainly the case for early believers that were coming from a culture of the Old Testament Law. But Jesus has a tendency to upset our traditions. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the 1 Peter to see what it says on the radical difference that Jesus makes.
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Join Pastor Mike as he interviews special guest John Whaley to hear his story and testimony.
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Coming out of chapter 1 and talking about the salvation that comes from Jesus, 1 Peter shifts into how we live because of that. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they talk dive into Scripture to see what it says about how we should live.
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Salvation is a big deal in the first chapter of 1 Peter. But how does that actually change how we live on a day to day basis? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into that very subject!
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We used to be slaves to sin and slaves to an empty way of life. But we aren't anymore. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at the book of 1 Peter and see what it says about being ransomed from our old lives.
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The Bible tells us that God is a God of Judgement. But how exactly does that play into how we live? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of 1 Peter to see what it says on the matter!
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Peter makes a big deal about salvation. So what? How does it change how we live? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into 1 Peter to see what it has to say!
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Did you know that your salvation is a pretty big deal? It was talked about by the old testament prophets, and it's celebrated by angels in heaven. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of 1 Peter to see what it says about the salvation that has been given to you.
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So what's the big deal with Easter? Why is it such a big deal? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of John and see what it was all about!
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We all go through suffering and trials. It is undeniable. But what is meant to be our response as Christians? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of 1 Peter to see what it says on the matter.
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What gives you hope for today and for tomorrow. How do we live in place we don't belong? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of 1 Peter to see what it has to say!
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What do we do with suffering? It's a question we've been asking for a long time. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they start a series on 1 Peter, a book that was written for that very purpose and to a church that was undergoing some difficult times.
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When should we pray? The Bible says pray without ceasing. So how exactly do we pray without ceasing? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into 1 Thessalonians 5 to see what Scripture really has to say on the matter!
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How should we pray? When Jesus teaches teaches his disciples how to pray, he gives a fantastic model of what our prayer lives should look like. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive in Matthew chapter 6 and look at the second half of the Lord's prayer.
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How do we pray? There's no one better to teach us than Jesus himself. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of Matthew to see what Jesus has to teach us prayer.
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There are places in Scripture where we are not only told to pray but that prayer comes with a promise. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into Philippians 4:6-7 to see what prayer has to do with worry and peace.
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Not only does Scripture inform our prayers but did you know you can actually pray Scripture? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at how praying Scripture can radically change our prayer lives.
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You've probably heard that you should pray. But how exactly do you pray? Turns out Scripture is a great resource for teaching us what prayer looks like. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they walk through Psalm 25 to see how it teach us to pray.
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You've probably heard that you should pray. But how does one actually do that? What words do we say? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they kick off a brand new series looking at what the Bible has to say on prayer.
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We face uncertain times. We live in a world that seems like it's falling apart. It's easy to fall into fear. But Scripture calls us to something different. Join Pastor Mike and returning guest Trey as they look at the book of Joshua to see what it has to say.
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You've probably heard that you should pray. But does prayer really make a difference? Join Pastor Tyler Baker and special guest Kye Westfall as they dive into the book of James to see what it has to say on prayer.
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What does calling look like in the life of a Christian? Join Pastor Tyler and special guest Faith in a special episode where they talk about calling and obedience in the life of a believer.
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Would you consider the church a safe place? Safe enough to confess your sins? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of James to see what it has to say about confession and prayer.
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What does Biblical prayer actually look like? Does it look anything like how most of us pray? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of James to see what it has to teach us about prayer.
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James 5:12 seems like a verse kind of out of place and maybe a little bit strange. What are we supposed to do with it? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of James to see what it has to say on swearing oaths.
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We live in a world with very little patience. But what is patience supposed to look like in the life of a believer? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at the book of James and see what it has to say on the matter.
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Money is a huge topic in the Bible. Probably because it's important to us. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they see what the book of James has to say on the topic.
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It's easy to identify the sin that we can see on the outside, but what about sins on the inside? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of James and see what it has to say on sin and what we should actually be doing.
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Is making plans evil and sinful? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of James to see what it says on the matter.
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Don't judge. We've all heard it. But yet our culture thrives on passing judgement on people. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of James to see what it has to say on the matter!
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What the world believes and holds as true doesn't usually mix with what God holds as right and true. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they explore the book of James to see what it says on that very subject.
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You can't have your cake and eat it too. Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at the book of James and dive into the idea that sometimes you can't have both.
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Where does wisdom come from? Turns out there's only two kinds. Which one are you following? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of James to see what it has to say about wisdom.
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If we are saved by grace, what do works have to do with our walk as a Christ follower? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they explore what James has to say on faith vs works!
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Have you ever broken the law? What about God's law? What if the Law of God actually sets us free? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they see what the book of James has to say on the matter!
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We use the word worship a lot in the church, but what does it mean? Join Pastor Mike and special guest Tyler Penalber as they talk about worship and what that looks in our day to day lives.
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We use the word worship a lot in the church, but what does it mean? Join Pastor Mike and special guest Tyler Penalber as they talk about worship and what that looks in our day to day lives.
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There's a lot of topics that carry some baggage in today's day and age. Discrimination is one of them. But what does the Bible have to say on the matter? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of James!
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The word religion is a pretty loaded word that comes with some baggage. But what does real religion look like? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of James to find out.
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Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of James and see what it has to say about listening to God's Word and doing God's word.
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Anger is a normal response. But is it a Godly response? Dive into the Bible with Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at what James has to say on the matter.
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Where does temptation come from? What happens when we follow through on it? Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they look at what the book of James has to say about temptation.
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What does wealth have to do with the Gospel? Dive into the book of James with Pastor Mike and Tyler and find out! Thanks for your support!
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Join Pastor Mike and Tyler as they dive into the book of James to see what it tells us about Wisdom and how it makes a difference in the way we live. Support the show!
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What do we do when life is hard and it just doesn't make sense? Dive into the book of James with Pastor Mike and Tyler and discover what God's word has to tell us!
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In Acts 20, Paul says goodbye to the Ephesian elders. His emotions are a mixture of joy and grief. Explore this passage with Pastor Mike, Tyler, and Trey.
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Jeremiah chapter 29 has incredible instructions for our lives. How do the people of God live in the city of Babylon? They see the people not as the enemy, but as the mission field. Enjoy this passage with Pastor Mike and Trey.
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Explore our true identity with Pastor Mike and Trey as we walk through a passage in Zechariah chapter 3. Our true self is the person cleansed by Jesus, not the lies told by the enemy.
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Habakkuk is overwhelmed by God in this passage, and everything else looks smaller. He speaks of his joy and his strength in the midst of difficult situations. Join Pastor Trey as we wrap up Habakkuk together.
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Habakkuk recounts the glory and sovereignty of God as revealed through the Old Testament. Join Pastor Mike and Trey as they walk through this passage and the references to other stories of the OT.
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Habakkuk's questions and perspective changes when his eyes shift from his problems to his Lord. Explore this passage with Pastor Mike and Trey.
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Jesus can be trusted. Some truth is that simple. One of the many reasons we know we can trust him is that he predicted his own resurrection. That impossible claim confirms the truth of what Jesus says. If you struggle to trust Jesus, take this journey with pastor Mike and Trey as they explore the story of Jesus' resurrection.
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We see a turn in Habakkuk's life here. We see his perspective change to be more in line with God's will and God's work. Explore your own perspective with Pastor Mike and Trey.
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Habakkuk takes a step back to watch what the Lord will do, and the Lord responds. His message of judgment is a warning to people then and now. Join Pastor Mike and Trey as they explore Habakkuk Chapter 2 together.
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In this passage, the prophet Habakkuk issues a second complaint. He is right to bring his concerns to God. He is mistaken when he see the world as us and them. God's people are not more righteous because they are chosen. Our only hope for righteousness is to be given the righteousness of Christ.
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Habakkuk is a great book to study now. It feels like his concerns are ripped from today's headlines in the world. Even more so, it is amazing to see how the Lord responds to him. Enjoy this introduction to the book and ministry of Habakkuk.
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These final words of Peter's letter are powerful. It is a quick and powerful reminder that glory must go in the direction of our most glorious savior.
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As we move towards the end of Peter's letter, the author uses his final words to mark some important commands. Join Pastor Mike and Trey as they explore how these commands are best lived out in community.
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After last week's celebration on how God is moving worldwide, we had a question. Why are we not seeing that kind of movement in America. The better question will be, how can we see the Holy Spirit move like that among our people? Join another conversation with Pastor Mike and John Avant.
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Join Pastor Mike and John Avant in a discussion celebrating some of God's incredible movement world wide. The church is alive and so much bigger than we think.
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If you have ever had a hard time understanding a passage of Scripture, then this week is for you. Peter acknowledges some of what Paul says is hard to understand, but there is an additional reality to watch for. Some purposely try to twist the words. This passage helps us makes sense of the Bible and spot false teaching.
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This one verse points us to a peaceful life, in the midst of a chaotic world, until he fills the earth with his righteousness. Come on this journey towards peace with Pastor Mike and Trey.
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Happy New Year! Let's begin a new year looking at the promise of a new heaven and a new earth. Join Pastor Mike and Trey as we explore the end of the old reality and the start of something new.
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Join Pastor Mike and Trey as we look back at Isaiah's prophecy of the Messiah and how he is revealed Jesus.
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God's time table is significantly different from our point of view, but his Divine Delay has a purpose. He is allowing time for the next person to repent.
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Peter uses this passage to contrast the doubts of false teachers against the power of God's Word. God's word is so much more than just words on a page. Join Mike and Trey as they work through the power and importance of God's Word.
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Pastor Mike and Trey dive into this passage that calls us to look back to the promises of God that point to the future Day of the Lord.
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We conclude our conversation with John Avant. This is a re-release of a great conversation looking at the last three responses that lead to revival.
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This episode revisits a conversation from last year with John Avant where we look at the six characteristics that lead to revival. In this first episode, we will dive into the first three of these responses.
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Jesus is in the business of transforming lives. When a person understands they can have a relationship with Jesus, then rejects him, they stand on dangerous ground. Pastor Mike and Trey explore a passage that hopefully warns and draws people back to Christ.
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This Biblical example of freedom comes at a great time with an election and Veterans Day celebrations. Biblical freedom is found in one source.
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The Lord has strong words for those he calls false teachers. Why? He takes his word very seriously and he has strong words for those that twist his word. We are to take God's word seriously, but what a gift that is. He has given us his incredible word!
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The moral code of this life is not determined by my feelings or cultural sentiments. No, we must reconcile with two hard realities in this passage: our sexual desires and our response to authority. The wonderful reality is there is incredible life and freedom in not fighting against God in these areas.
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Pastor Tyler and Trey take a deep look at the justice of God as an aspect of his character. He is the perfect judge. Sin cannot win in the presence of the God of Justice.
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How do we discern between teachers of God's word and those that would twist it just enough to be self serving? Peter offers some guidance and advice that apply directly to life in the church today.
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Pastor Tyler Baker shares an incredible message based on the Lord's Prayer. This model prayer is packed with truth and exciting realities.
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This is a special episode directed to the community of Salmon. Many of us watches the Moose Fire from our houses on Wednesday night. The Lord speaks to and encourages us in times like this.
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Peter shows believers how he wants to be remembered. Pastor Mike and Trey walk us through some important principles to be reminded of so that they become the life we are remembered for.
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The Holy Spirit leads Peter to encourage believers to work hard. We have an opportunity to work hard, get in the game, and show evidence of God's incredible grace!
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A person forgiven of sin should be forever changed. If we forget the weight that has been lifted, we can become blind. Pastor Mike and Trey explore a passage that dives into that truth.
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The passage builds on the foundation of the promises of God. Pastor Mike and Trey explore the qualities that are added on top of God's promises.
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What does it mean to share in his divine nature? How do we do that? In this episode, Mike and Trey dive into the promises of God.
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The Lord has given you everything you need for life. Ready to access that equipment?
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We continue our look at the intro to 2 Peter with a discussion on faith.
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Today we begin a brand new study in the second letter written by Peter, the Lord's closest disciple.
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Samson battles addictions. Addictions led to defeats he should have won, but the Lord God Almighty was never done with Samson.
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This part of Judges 14 is R rated. We will see manipulation, violence, and lust, and lies. Not everything described in the Bible is prescribed for our lives.
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Samson is empowered by the Spirit twice in Judges 14. Instead of recognizing this as opportunity to know God more and glorify him, he decides to make much of himself. His story did not need to go this direction. We have the opportunity to have a powerful relationship with the Holy Spirit.
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Samson is often regarded as a tragic story, yet his story reveals so much about our story. If you are longing to identify your purpose and calling, this episode is for you.
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The Lord instructed a brave man to be strong and courageous in Joshua 1. The Lord will encourage us today with three truths that each lead to strength and courage. Are you ready to live fearless?
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Ezra reveals three elements of his life that led him to experience the gracious hand of the Lord.
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The people Jesus encountered after his resurrection were never the same.
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The people Jesus encountered after his resurrection were never the same.
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The early church made stood on a claim so groundbreaking that it is impossible or true.
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Pastor Mike and Trey take a look at the death of Jesus and the two men that died beside him.
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The Jews and Romans had a show of power. Jesus spoke two words and showed his own power.
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Jesus surprised his disciples when their Passover celebration took a turn.
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This new series lead towards the celebration of the resurrection. This first installment focuses in on Jesus' suffering. The suffering of the Messiah was foretold in the Old Testament and taught by Jesus himself prior to the cross. That means Jesus knew he would suffer, and he obeyed anyway.
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John Avant joins Pastor Mike for part 2 of this series on revival. In this episode, they discuss the final three responses to God that lead us into a great revival and adventure with the Jesus!
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John Avant of Life Action Ministries joins Pastor Mike to discuss three responses that lead a person in the direction of the Lord, and consequently toward revival.
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The final installment of the 1 John series. In this passage John summarizes all that he has written, but he emphasizes one theme: We can know.
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John gives some instruction here on how we pray for each other. He also alludes to a deadly sin. Mike and Trey spend some time studying this passage together.
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Pastors Trey and Tyler discuss the epidemic of loneliness and what the Bible offers as a cure.
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The God of all creation gives a three fold testimony about his son, Jesus.
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Celebrate the coming of Jesus with Pastor Mike and Trey.
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Obedience for a child of God is not meant to be burdensome. In fact, we can live victorious over the temptations and addictions of the world.
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God is love. He is the definition and the authority on unconditional sacrificial love.
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It is time to unpack some of that baggage of fear and guilt. The Lord has offered the chance to come boldly into his presence. Pastor Mike and Trey explore this reality in 1 John.
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In this passage John describes three heart conditions that can make our heart uninhabitable to love. Mike and Trey walk through this passage as it appeals to all of us to be inhabited by the God that is love.
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Pastor Mike and Trey explore a raw passage that distinguishes between children of God and children of the devil. It turns out that this passage is an invitation into the family of God.
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Mike and Trey sound like preachers today as they look at what John has to say about sin. The good news is that solutions come through the text as well. Enjoy this study of 1 John 3.
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Mike and Trey explore what it means to be part of the family of God!
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These verses serve as a transition in the letter. The first two chapters focused on fellowship, but next John will explore sonship. Join Mike and Trey as they explore the relationship between the two.
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Pastor Mike and Trey take a longer look at Spirit of God. This passage makes it clear that the Spirit will dwell in the believer and guide them in truth.
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In this passage John speaks about the Antichrist, but he speaks even more about the person and power of Jesus. His warning is clear. The most important thing is how we handle Christ.
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Life well lived moves in the direction of maturity. That is a reflection of our spiritual life. John addresses believers at different stages of their maturity. What will it take for you to move the next step in your walk with Christ?
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John writes of a command that is both old and new. Continue this exploration of John's ancient letter with Mike and Trey.
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Concealment or confession. These are our two options when it comes to our sin. Continue this study of John's ancient letter with Mike and Trey.
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Mike and Trey continue working through an ancient letter written by one who walked with Christ.
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Mike and Trey begin exploring an ancient letter written by one who walked with Christ.
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The story of Samson the elephant in 1884 and the ancient story of the Biblical Samson have some common ground. Both stories represent some principles we can learn from. Join Pastor Mike and Trey for some little known Idaho history and a journey through Judges chapter 16.
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Church is so much more than a building or a meeting. Church is family. Church is the most diverse organization on the planet. Church is God's plan to reach all people. Church is amazing.
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Before a trapper would head out to run his trap lines in the winter, he spent the summer preparing places to stop along the way. Jesus promised that he went to prepare a place for us.
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This week Pastor Mike and Trey discuss recent heartbreak. God's Word address such hard times. This segment focuses in on Psalm 23 and the Good Shepherd of our lives.
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Our mission flows from our identity. This episode will uncover our incredible identity in Christ and point us to a life giving mission.
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Last week God brought us face to face with lament so that He could usher us into his presence in a greater way. This week we look deeper into that same idea with a passage from the life of Elijah. Join Mike and Trey as they discuss the whisper that rocked Elijah's world.
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There is a surprising pathway to God. It is spoken of often in the Bible, and yet it is still easy to miss. Join Mike and Trey in a discussion that leads to the presence of God.
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There is a tale from Idaho Lore about the "Meanest Man in Idaho." This particular man needed to be rescued, but was not missed by his wife when rescue attempts failed. We may not be the meanest men in Idaho, but all of us need rescue. The best news of all is rescue is available. Jesus is on a Search and Rescue Mission for you and me.
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In Idaho Lore, there are multiple legends about Swan Lake, an incredibly deep lake. Ephesians 3: 14-19 demonstrates the deep love of God for his people. If you need a reminder of God's love for you today, listen to Mike and Trey explore Swan Lake, Ephesians, and the bottomless love of Jesus.
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Leading to the Cross, the mob chose Barabbas rather than Jesus. They accepted that the blood of Jesus would be their responsibility as Pilate washed his hands. Today we choose so many other things that do not love us as much as Jesus does. Walk with Mike and Trey right to the foot of the cross and examine our choices.
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Three Fingered Smith is one of our historical Idaho Characters! After a snake bite, he immediately sacrificed the fingers that were affected, hence the nickname. The Bible has a similar passage about sacrificing the things that cause us to sin. Mike and Trey walk through his story and Jesus' words to draw some applications for today.
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Into the Western Wild
Season 2 Episode 2
March 7, 2021
The Rocks Speak
Pulled from the book, Gibbonsville, Idaho: the Golden Years, Pastor Mike and Trey dive into a poem called, The Rocks Speak. The author laments the opportunity to hear the history of this area from the original miners and strong homesteaders that first arrived in Gibbonsville. She wishes the rocks could speak and tell the story. Her words remind us of Jesus' words in Luke 19.
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Into the Western Wild
Season 2 Preview
Pastor Mike and Trey have a special message of gratitude for the podcast audience. In addition, Mike and Trey describe the connection between the heart of adventure and the heart of worship that the podcast will explore in Season 2.
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Into the Western Wild
Season 1 Bonus Episode 2
An Impossible Call
This Bonus episode we are going to dive deeper into the Love Your Enemies theme from earlier in Season 1. Pastor Trey completes the message by looking at an impossible call from God.
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Into the Western Wild
Season 2 Episode 1
2-28-2021
Beautiful Lake Tahoma
Pastor Mike and Trey dig into an article written in 1883 about a stunning Sawtooth high mountain lake. The author makes the compassion to the City built on Precious Stones from Revelation 21.
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This Bonus episode includes a preview of Season 2 where we seek to connect a heart for adventure with a heart of worship. In addition, we are going to dive deeper into the Love Your Enemies theme from earlier in Season 1.
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Luke chapter 1 has two accounts of the Angel Gabriel announcing new birth. One is received with speculation and the other with trust and hope. We can react in very similar ways. This show dives into the idea of being ready to trust.
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In this episode, Mike and Trey dive deeper into the titles listed for the Savior in Isaiah 9. Join in for a fascinating study of who Jesus is.
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Isaiah 9 was written around the same time as the events we have been learning about in Daniel. Isaiah 9 is a message of hope for people living in darkness. That hope is a perfect reminder as we begin this Advent season.
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The people of God are called to live as exiles in a world that is not their home. That uncomfortable reality actually helps makes sense of so much of the other uncertainty in this world. Pastor Trey is joined by Pastor Tyler and Pastor Frank for a discussion on living as an exile.
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If you want to see God moving among the people of the Lemhi Valley, look no further than the teenagers and students that live here. This week Trey welcomes in Pastor Tyler Baker, Associate Pastor and the leader of our Student Ministry at of Salmon Valley Baptist Church. Tyler shares encouragement and expertise for parents and students living in a tumultuous world.
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The Bible speaks of fire, and our God is described as an all consuming fire. With smoke in the air this morning, and many of our friends and relatives impacted by fire, Pastor Mike and Trey explore how we can understand and know God, an all consuming fire.
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There is a special relationship between a bird dog and her master. There is trust and obedience because of their close relationship. Join Pastor Mike and Trey, with their special guest, Nutmeg, Trey’s yellow lab, as they discuss the idea of “bird dog faith.”
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God is not far off or impersonal. He is a God that can be known! Today Pastor Mike and Trey dive into the scriptures with Mary Laura to discuss just how a God so big can be personally known. He is close to each of us.
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God is not far off or impersonal. He is a God that can be known! Today Pastor Mike and Trey dive into the scriptures with Mary Laura to discuss just how a God so big can be personally known. He is close to each of us.
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The Upside-down kingdom refers to principles of God that are so much different that our natural inclination. The New Testament uses the phrase “one another” to demonstrate principles of how we are to treat others, and it often moves contrary to our natural inclination of putting myself first. Today Pastor Mike and Trey look at three more “one another” principles that have incredible application today.
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The Upside-down kingdom refers to principles of God that are so much different that our natural inclination. The New Testament uses the phrase “one another” to demonstrate principles of how we are to treat others, and it often moves contrary to our natural inclination of putting myself first. Today Pastor Mike and Trey look at three “one another” principles that have incredible application today.
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The “Greatest of All Time” debate rages in the sports world but began long before. In fact, Jesus’ own disciples wanted Jesus to settle that very debate. They wanted to know how they ranked. Jesus gave them a powerful illustration of humility. Today Pastor Mike and Trey discuss this reality for the church and our world.
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In a busy world it is easy to feel insignificant, unnoticed, or unimportant. The reality is you are a bigger deal to God than you even realize. In concluding the series, Bigger Than I Thought, Mike and Trey will discuss the Biblical view of individuals and God’s great love for you.
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Because of Jesus, the greatest force for good in existence are the people of God, the Bride of Christ… the people we call “the church.” There are times when it may feel like the church is in a losing scenario. But, globally, the church is bigger, stronger, and growing faster than we even realize. Join us today for the second part of a discussion called “the church is bigger than you think.”
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Jesus wanted his followers to know the Kingdom of Heaven is near. He spoke often of Heaven, Hell, Judgement, Grace and Love. Today Pastor Mike and Trey demonstrate how the realities of Heaven and Hell are much bigger than our culture thinks.
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The story of Jacob is a fascinating story in the Bible. At one point in his life, after a series of rebellions and defeats, he literally spends one night wrestling with God. From that point on Jacob walks with a limp, but that defeat changed the trajectory of his life. It was a blessing. Today we will discuss the blessing of being defeated by God. Ultimately, we walk with a limp, marked by Christ, because he bears our scars.
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Our greatest opportunity in life is not about our success or fame. Our greatest opportunity in life is the to be a friend of God. This week, Pastor Mike and Trey welcome a special guest, Mary Laura Boyett. Mary Laura describes a recent trek into the Selway wilderness. Her joy was not in the activities, but in the God who met with her, the God who calls us friend.
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When we see life from God’s perspective, many realities of the Bible seem to grow. The realities of God, the love of Jesus, the severity of sin, our need for forgiveness, the undeserved kindness of grace, and so many more concepts are truly bigger than we think. Join us for a conversation where Pastor Mike and Trey look at God’s description of himself in the book of Job.
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When we see life from God’s perspective, many realities of the Bible seem to grow. The realities of God, the love of Jesus, the severity of sin, our need for forgiveness, the undeserved kindness of grace, and so many more concepts are truly bigger than we think. Join us for a conversation where Pastor Mike and Trey look at God’s description of himself in the book of Job.
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In this second conversation with Nick Person, we look at the creativity of God. Race, ethnicity, and culture all display God's incredible creativity and design. We are made to be unified like a symphony with diverse instruments playing beautiful music together. Nick is the Teaching Pastor of New Vision Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
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In this first conversation with Nick Person, we take a look at how Jesus handles issues of race and value. Nick is the Teaching Pastor of New Vision Church in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.
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Matthew 5:4 is a small verse with huge impact on our world. Jesus shows his followers how mourning can be a journey towards a stronger relationship with God. Join Mike and Trey as they explore the application this passage has for today.
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Some of the most tragic themes in the Bible speak to some of the most difficult situations in our lives. We can clearly see the humanity of the Bible characters. Today, we will visit a tough passage about a very human character. We will learn some things about how to respond to emotional distress in our lives.
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In this episode, Pastor Mike and Trey unpack what it means to love your enemy. In a culture where vengeance is celebrated, we see a different command at work. Jesus commands to love your enemy and pray for those that hate you.
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Mountains are an important image in the Scripture, and also in our culture. Christian apologist, Ravi Zacharias said:
“Jesus… reminded us that death can be the valley on the way to the mountain…. He promised to wipe away all the tears. He promised our eyes will see the reality we can only dream about. “
Today Pastor Mike and Trey trace image of mountains in the Bible. Those pictures lead us right to the foot of the cross.
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As we look at the Character of God revealed in his creation, we are joined by Lexie Tate. Lexie will share with us some thoughts from her experience in the Western Wild. It is amazing how much more we enjoy God when we eliminate some of our normal distractions and focus on the wonder of what he has made.
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We will continue to build on some lessons learned in the Bear Blind with Jesus. God’s character is visible in Jesus and made clear in His word. We see that character revealed in the incredible creation around us. Today we continue to get to know our Savior better by looking at his fingerprints in his creation.
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This week we will continue our series, “Church in the Wild.” We are discovering the Biblical and gritty realities God revealed in the creation around us. Hunting is a way of life in our part of the world. Today we will discuss some of those lessons learned in the Bear Blind with Jesus. The recurring theme is that the reward is knowing God more deeply.
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This week we will continue our series, “Church in the Wild.” We are discovering the Biblical and gritty realities of Grace, Humanity, and even God himself. The truth is we know God better through hard times, but the reward is not when hard times cease. The reward is knowing God more deeply
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Ministry in one of the most remote and wild regions of the United States is unique and wonderful. In this episode, we begin to look at how the wild and rugged environment reflects God's characteristics in powerful realities. In the process, we will discover that he is certainly capable to see us through this current crisis or any other crisis we may encounter.
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The Early believers staked their claim to authenticity on one fact, the resurrection of Jesus. Today, our new life in Christ is a result of the mighty power that raised Jesus from the dead.
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Pastor Mike and Pastor Trey discuss biblical reasons Jesus came to die and find that great good can come from great tragedy.
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