The 17:11 Podcast: Recent Episodes
Berean Baptist Church, Bolivar, MO
The name, "The 17:11 Podcast" is taken from Acts 17:11 where the people of Berea searched the Scriptures daily to see if what they were hearing was really true. This Podcast is dedicated to helping Christians process world events, cultural trends, and theological truths within a distinctly biblical worldview.
In this episode we take a difficult look at an important subject matter, deception. Is it ever permissible, and if so, why and under what circumstances.
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In this episode we talk about the value of Church History.
Follow along with our church history class here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLzNbHG9xvtR808HOftXTCC9KpvexDvw-B&si=mGh7HgAlAEsaaYBf
In this episode we take a look at the important topic of communication, looking at the two key components of assertiveness and active listening. Listen in to learn more about listening in and enriching the relationships in your own life.
In this episode we talk about an incredibly important topic, the topic of church membership.
In this episode we take a look at what's been called "special grace," and address how it's contrasted with common grace that we talked about in the previous episode.
In this episode we take a look at the good that God gives to all men, that which we refer to as common grace.
In this episode we talk about the biblical understanding of authenticity by taking a look at Romans 12:1-2.
In this episode we talk about an incredibly important topic that might not actually be on your radar. Take a listen to get our take on the worldwide rapidly declining birth rate.
In this episode Braden Jones and Michael Martinez talk about the importance of, and oftentimes struggles of, commitment.
In this episode we discuss the historic event of the attempted assassination attempt of former president and current presidential candidate Donald J. Trump.
In this episode we take a look at the importance and practicality of mentoring in the church.
In this episode pastor Derrick sits down with interns Michael and Joy Martinez to talk about Young Adult Ministry.
In this episode we talk about the world's favorite verse, Matthew 7:1, "Judge not..." However, we also talk about this portion of the verse in it's larger context, Matthew 7:1-5 and talk about the proper place of judging and discerning/discernment in the life of the Christian.
In this episode we talk about priorities and how we can better understand what they should be. Take a listen and join in the conversation.
In this episode we talk about the ramifications of the felony conviction of former president Donald J. Trump. This was an historic event for many reasons and on many levels. Take a listen and join in the conversation with us.
Christian Nationalism is a term that's been thrown around rather frequently in the last three to four years, but it seems like everyone has a different way of defining it, making it a very nebulous and confusing term. In this episode we examine how people are often using the phrase "Christian Nationalism" in today's culture. Take a listen, and join in the conversation.
In this episode we take a look at three individuals who espouse some sort of view of "Christianity," or at least "cultural Christianity." However, it might not be what you think. Take a listen and see what you think.
In this episode we take a look at protests around our nation, and consider the place of protests in a Christian worldview.
In this episode we take a look at the usefulness and sometimes not so useful usage of labels. That's a lot of "use." Take a listen and join in the conversation.
In this episode we answer another question from our last Q&A that needed it's own episode as we tackle the doctrine of election.
This is the second of a two-part series examining church hurt. Sadly, this is an important topic because of how many people have expressed being hurt by a church at some point in their lives. We hope to be part of the answer to this epidemic and an encouragement to those who have been hurt and provide a resource for all Christians to help others.
This is the first of a two-part series looking at a very sensitive topic, the topic of 'church hurt.' Undoubtedly you know someone who was once very active in a local church, serving, ministering to others, worshipping the Lord, and then something happened. They got hurt. Someway, somehow, someone or a group of people, or a church institution did something that would lead this person or family to leave the church, possibly to never return. This is a very sad situation, but what's even more sad is that it's so common.
Take a listen to this episode, share it on social media, share it with someone you know who was hurt, and let's try to make a difference for the kingdom of God.
In this episode we take a look at "cafeteria Christianity," attempt to define it, and look at the dangers it poses to true faith.
In this episode Braden goes to the home of Michael and Joy Martinez to talk about the purpose and importance of hospitality.
In this episode we take a look at a vice in America that's growing exponentially, gambling. How should we as Christians think about this growing problem? Take a listen and then join in the conversation.
In this episode we sit down with Pastor Dennis Mays who shares his story of the faithfulness of God.
In this episode we take a look at grief, something we likely try to avoid, but something that has a deep significance to it.
In this episode we take an expositional look at 1 Cor. 9:19-23 which really ties in our last 3 podcast episodes.
In this episode we attempt to define "woke culture" and talk about a proper Christian response to it.
In this episode we talk about how the church has historically interacted with culture, as well as how we should interact with culture.
In this episode we look at the importance of always growing in Christ, but talk about how this happens most often through informal education.
In this episode we address the "hot topic" issue of pronouns in the workplace and how a Christian should view this highly-debated subject matter.
In this episode we talk about some of the books we read in 2023, and give you our recommendations of those we think you would benefit from as well.
In this episode we take a look at two very different Christmases, cultural Christmas and the real meaning of Christmas.
In this episode we tackle some fun questions, some hard questions, and some very thoughtful questions from our listeners.
In this episode we take a look at holidays themselves, the etymology of the word, the enculturation of holidays in America, and the roots of what we consider to be holidays.
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In this episode we wrap up our series on "Taboo Sins," those sins we'd rather not talk about because we just might be guilty of committing them. This final episode addresses the sin of unthankfulness or ingratitude.
In this episode we look at "the trinity of selfishness," envy, jealousy, and pride, trying to shine the light of truth onto something perhaps we'd rather not talk about.
In this episode we continue our series on "taboo sins," sins we often would rather not talk about. Today we talk about gluttony.
This episode is the second of our series "Taboo Sins" where we take a look at some sins that we often would rather not talk about. In this episode we shine light on gossip.
In this important episode we look at what is happening in Israel and talk about how Christians should respond.
In this episode we start into a 4-part series looking at some taboo sins, sins that we so often don't want to talk about because we're likely guilty of them. We start with a biggie, pride.
In this episode we look at the importance of understanding how things change in life, and how God already knows.
In this episode we attempt to define burnout, talk about what it looks like within a church setting, and seek answers to what we can do if we're experiencing it.
In this episode we look to define evil and talk about how Christians should respond to the evil that's in the world.
In this episode, we take a look at how faith intersects with our occupation, as well as sharing our faith in this important setting.
In this episode we look at the next steps God would have us to take after a spiritual high like that of camp.
In this follow-up episode to our look at "The Sound of Freedom," we talk about an important doctrinal principle, the Imago Dei.
In this episode we talk about the movie "Sound of Freedom" and the important subject matter that it addresses. This is an episode you shouldn't miss.
In this episode we take a look at a wonderful gift given to us by God, the gift of the Sabbath.
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In this final episode of our month-long look at marriage, we talk about marriage as a symbol of Christ and the church.
In this episode we talk with Dr. Bill Duvall, Executive Director of the Blair Center for Training and Pastoral Health as well as the newly appointed Dean of the Geneva Casebolt College of Arts and Social Science.
In this episode we continue our look at the topic of marriage, and examine how our culture is attempting to redefine marriage.
A valuable look at the tactics of the LGBTQ+ Revolutionaries: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2FSRCqdF87XlIeHJ1YTkHQ?si=b0212867699f4b04
In this episode we start our month-long look at the God ordained and blessed institution of marriage by taking a look at a common precursor, dating.
This episode introduces a brand new type of episode that you will be hearing from time to time on The 17:11, an expositional discussion. Today's discussion is focused on Matthew 6:25-34.
In this episode of The 17:11 Podcast, we talk about the importance of learning and education.
In our 100th episode of The 17:11, we talk about the significance and role of milestones.
In this episode we look at our responsibility to care for the creation that God has given us.
In this episode we talk about the central importance of evangelism to the life of the local church.
In this episode we take a look at the indictment of former president Donald Trump and consider the implications this has on our country, and how we should respond to it.
In this episode of The 17:11 we look at the recent and tragic school shooting in Tennessee and ask the question of, "Are there answers?"
In this episode of The 17:11 Podcast we ask an interesting question, and even attempt to answer it, "Should churches be beautiful?" This is an interesting discussion worthy of our attention.
In this episode we talk about those things we recommend or endorse to others, and discuss why we need to be careful with such endorsements.
In this episode we have a fascinating conversation with ministry apprentice, Noah Sass.
In this episode we sit down and talk with Michael Martinez, our new missionary intern here at Berean.
In this episode, our podcast hosts answer a few questions that have been posed to them. Take a lesson and learn something new about Derrick and Braden.
In this episode of The 17:11 we have a conversation with Ben Salmon, Executive Director of Polk Co. Klife.
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The usual guys sit down with pastor Billy Neumann of Osborne, KS to chat about what ministry looks like in a mall town.
Pastor Derrick Lewright and Outreach Pastor Braden Jones outline the mission of this podcast.