From Here to There: Recent Episodes
Nolan Oakes
We tackle theological questions and challenges that surround the average American Christian today. Our goal is to help you navigate your journey with Christ, and trust that He will lead us all from where we are, to where He wants us to be.
Have you ever wondered, “Am I really saved”? On this episode, Thomas and I discuss the idea of Faith and Salvation.
In part one of this Multi-part series Pastor Matt Stuchel, Thomas Hersman, and myself attempt to strip away all the noise and look at what it truly means to worship our God.
On this episode Dr. Miller of Cedarville University and I discuss some challenging laws in the Old Testament. We talk through questions like, "why do some of the laws feel harsh or extreme?", "What does Jesus have to say about the law?", "How is it that the Old Testament writers seemed to absolutely love the law?".
On this episode, Thomas and I talk with Pastor Jeff about holiday traditions, both new and old, comparing Old Testament feasts and celebrations to our modern day Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations.
Thomas Hersman and I discuss the various ways we approach the Bible when we read it. Context is important, but we often forget that.
On this episode, Thomas and I discuss the overturning of Roe V Wade and how that affects us. We talk through the passionate debates that occur on both sides.
In this episode I finish my conversation with Thomas Hersman about the effects of expressive individualism in our schools, politics, and society as a whole.
In this episode I talk with Thomas Hersman about the worldview of the expressive individualist and how this mentality is woven into our culture today.
In this episode Dr. Jeremy Kimble with Cedarville University and I discuss the nature of the Church. What makes a church a church? Why should we become members? Why are there so many different denominations, I mean don't we all love the same Jesus?
Dr. Chris Miller with Cedarville University joins me to discuss the importance of reading the Bible theologically as God reveals details about Himself to us through His word.
We wanted to change it up a bit. This episode we let some kids from our community ask the questions! The first 15 minutes of this episode are short and sweet answers for the kids, then the rest of the episode is more conversation we had about each of these questions.
Do you ever feel a prompting to bring up your Faith in a conversation with someone? It can be intimidating right? What if they are offended by what you say, or treat you differently afterwards? Today I talk with Pastor Matt Haupt from Missionview Church about Evangelism and how we can do this effectively in our every day lives.
Ever been wounded by your church family? Tom Bump, founder and host of the "Kids Ministry Collective" podcast, and I discuss church hurt, cancel culture, conflict resolution, and healing from emotional wounds!
In this episode I talk with Pastor Galen Oakes Jr. regarding his battle with terminal cancer. We address some questions like "If God is so loving, how can he let so many good people suffer?", and "Why doesn't God just take away our struggles when we pray in faith?".
In this episode I talk with Pastor Tom Hogsed and Julie McAbee about their personal struggles with mental health issues.
In this episode I talk with Pastor Andrew Berg about the Sabbath and how God wired us to require rest.
In this episode I talk with Josh Steward, who is a missionary to Ireland, about his journey from a Pipefitter to a Pastor in a foreign country. I've added a brief intermission about half way through to break this podcast up into two halves for your listening convenience.
In this episode, I continue my conversation with Family Life Pastor Shawn Yost regarding relationships in the home.
I talk with Pastor Shawn Yost about family, and specifically the role of the Father in the home.
Cedarville University professors Dr. Chris Miller and Dr. Jeremy Kimble share their thoughts on Theology and the Church today.
In this episode we discuss the Christian worldview and how it shapes the way we interact with others.