Next Steps Podcast: Recent Episodes
First Baptist Church
The Next Steps Podcast is a weekly discussion aimed at engaging, encouraging, and equipping our church family to take next steps. Whether it is your relationship with God, connecting in community, or finding an on-ramp into mission, there is a next step waiting for you. We’re glad you’re here!
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to offer us some encouragement to keep our eyes on Jesus, as we run the marathon set out before us.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to unpack three words that help to guide us as we think about how we can engage with the people around us with the hope of the Gospel.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk a little bit about the value of community in one service and how we can move closer to one another in order to make space for others. They also take a few moments to talk about some of the ongoing thoughts relating to the assassination of Charlie Kirk and how we can be encouraged by the continued spread of the Gospel.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric, Jonathan, and Jedidiah take some time to talk about the assassination of Charlie Kirk and how our response should be grounded in truth and love, rather than anger and emotion.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to encourage us to walk along the way of wisdom as we seek to grow more in community with one another and to be more like Christ.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to encourage us to ask the Holy Spirit for help to discern rightly our lives, relationships, and our roles in this world as we seek to see clearly and understand the truth of what God has given us in Christ.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can take some practical steps in this upcoming fall season to seek first the kingdom of God.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can step into the profound mystery of Christian community more and more as we seek to be people who walk by faith and not by sight.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can know things but not actually do them, and how we can seek to not just be hearers but also doers.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can find true rest in the presence of the Lord as we seek to grow closer to him through his word.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Jonathan and Jedidiah take some time to talk about a few of the ways that we can pray for one another as we are encouraged by the truth of Gods word.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about sex, relationships, and living together before entering into marriage, from a Biblical perspective.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jedidiah take some time to talk about how we can be refreshed and encouraged as we remember God's faithfulness in the past.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how even in the midst of our fears we can step forward in faith with confidence, because our biggest problem has been solved through Christ's love for us.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can grow in our trust of God as we learn to better trust his people around us.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how they have seen the beauty of Christ on display in the Church during the first day of VBS here at FBC.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Jonathan and Jedidiah are joined in studio by Elissa Hanna, as she takes some time to share a little bit about our upcoming week of VBS here at FBC.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we are called to remember who we once were, so that we can look with clarity towards Christ's work on our behalf.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how true satisfaction can only be found in the immeasurable grace of God in Christ Jesus.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can seek to put others ahead of ourselves as we step into the opportunities we have every day to shine the light of the Gospel to the world around us.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how scripture informs our prayers and our words.
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This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to sit down for a conversation with Emilie Weaver, as she talks a little bit about her first year at college.
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This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how what we talk about can reveal what it is that is holding the headline story in our hearts.
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This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can seek to follow Godly wisdom rather than worldly folly.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Jonathan, Josh, and Jedidiah take some time to talk about giving, and some of the helpful things to consider as we seek to honor God with our resources.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric, Josh, and Jedidiah take some time to talk about some of the memories, art, and scripture that come to mind when considering Good Friday and Easter.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Josh take some time to discuss some of the ways we can strive to look ahead and number our days, as we seek to make the most of the time that God has given us.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about what it looks like to find real depth as we seek to follow after Jesus dying to ourselves and living for Christ.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how the Church is made up of a diverse group of people from all walks of life and how inside of that diversity we can all find unity in our love for Christ.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can look to scripture as a guide when we find ourselves asking the question, "What do I say?"
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can fan into flame the gift that God has given us.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to discuss How we can engage in our conversations and discourse with kindness and gentleness.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to continue their conversation about waiting, offering some practical steps we can take to wait well.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to discuss the reality and the why behind our waiting.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to discuss where true revival for our souls is found.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can apply wise biblical principles when we consider our use of screens and technology.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about our call as followers of Jesus to be fishers of men.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States, and the inauguration of King Jesus ushering in the kingdom of God.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how our saying yes to Jesus is accompanied directly with saying no to ungodly things.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we are prompted to do good works in light of the good work that Christ has done in us.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to encourage us to focus on and celebrate the right things as we enter into this week of Christmas.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about the idea that when we think about right things, we can act on right things, and in so doing, our emotions will follow.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how as we are entering into the final month of 2024 we can begin to look ahead to the new year and think through some growth we would like to see in the year to come.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can seek to love those around us this holiday season by asking some good questions.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can wear hope on our sleeve as we go into this holiday season.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can focus on what we are for rather than what we are against.
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This week Eric and Jedidiah take some time to discuss how we can learn from each other as we seek to be more like Jesus.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to discuss some themes that have come out during a few of our classes this past Sunday.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah take some time to talk about how all of us as followers of Christ are called to share the good news of the Gospel with those around us.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how sometimes doing new things can feel awkward and how we can embrace the awkward as we seek to grow.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how our spiritual growth involves learning to love well and to hate well, as we are called to pursue what is holy and flee from what is sinful.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take a dive into Ephesians 4:11-16, and talk about how we can be grounded in the truth of God's word in a world filled with changing tides.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to look at Ephesians 5:18-21 as they discuss some of the ways we can live as spirit-filled people.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to encourage us to reflect on God's word as they discuss what it looks like to love the way Jesus loves.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can speak good life giving words to one another.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about Proverbs 1 and how it is wise for us to listen and gain understanding.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about what we have on the horizon in this fall season here at FBC.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah take some time to look at scripture and talk about how it leads us to be conformed to the image of Christ and, in so doing, navigate disagreements and conflict in a God-honoring way.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week, Eric and Jonathan take some time to look at Colossians 3 and talk about how we can stop doing some old things that might be holding back our growth and start doing some new things that can be helpful as we seek to pursue Jesus more every day.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to take a look at scripture, and talk about how we can look to Jesus as we seek to walk with courage.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jedidiah take some time to talk about how, in the midst of hard things, we can call our minds to remember that God is our strong fortress in the midst of the storms of life.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah take some time to look at the example of paul found in Acts 24, and discuss how we can strive to defend truth in a way that is honoring to God.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can seek to enter into conversations, and disagreements with open handed humility, as we remember to keep the first things first.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah take some time to look at Philippians 2:1–4 and talk a bit about how we can be of the same mind, love one another, count each other as more significant than ourselves, and be interested in what others are interested in.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jedidiah take some time to talk about how music has been influential in their lives over the years and some of the worship songs that stand out and continue to be reminders of the freedom found in Christ.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can swing for the fences, as we seek to give our all for the glory of Jesus.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about joy that comes with having an undivided heart.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about three of the main roles of the local church.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can measure success, and offer some wisdom from scripture to help as we seek to pursue the right path.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about the value of committing to good habits, and how good habits can help us as we strive to be more like Christ.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about why we do what we do, and how looking ahead, to consider the finish line, can offer us encouragement as we run the race.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to look to the example of Jesus as they talk about, how we can seek to serve others joyfully from behind the scenes.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about, how we can seek to rejoice in the Lord and find contentment, in the midst of all circumstances.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah are joined in studio by our Student Ministry Pastor Josh Taylor. Together they have a conversation looking back at this year in youth ministry, as the school year wraps up, then take some time to look forward to the season ahead.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about, how when we seek to notice God working in and around us, and share how we see God working with those around us. It can help to grow our own faith, encourage those around us, and above all give glory and honor to God.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about the value in taking some time to rest, in-order to be refreshed and renewed.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to look ahead to some of the things going on around FBC during the next handful of weeks.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan offer us some encouragement to remember Jesus, and what he has done for us!
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This week Eric and Jonathan offer some final thoughts and encouragement, as we approach the end of our series on unity.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan are joined in studio by one of our elders, Scott Thompson. Together they take some time to discuss sexual identity, and how we as Christians should respond to the culture around us, with conviction and compassion.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan offer us some encuragement to consider where we are at in our current season of growth, and ask the question is it time to "Set out" and enter into the next season.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to recap two of our sunday school classes. Exploring the Unity we have with the world, and with eachother. And exploring what it looks like to be a member of a local body of believers.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to offer us a warning against a critical spirit, as we enter into interactions with the people around us.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to offer us some encouragement from scripture, to press on towards the goal of honoring Jesus, in the midst of our brokenness.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about going through trials, and how no matter how unfavorable the circumstance we can rely on the hope we have in Jesus, because he has solved our biggest problem.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how our words can both build up and tear down, And how we can strive to grow more in the way we speak about other people.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can be aware of the schemes of the devil, and seek to live out our purpose as followers of Christ.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah take some time to talk about how our feelings can influence the way we view truth, and how we can seek to allow the truth of God's word to change our feelings.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about we can seek to maintain the unity we have in Christ within our local church.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan are joined by Tabitha, as they take some time to talk about, and offer encouragement to remember the reasons Christ came, and to live authentically as we enter into our Christmas traditions with friends and family.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how rather than seeking to be critical, we can seek to see the grace of God on display in our home, church, and workplace.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about hurts, and how if left unchecked they can grow into bitterness, anger, and rebelion against God.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about our feelings and our thinking and which of them tends to drive us as we go about our daily lives.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about forgiveness, and how God calls us to have an attitude of forgiveness towards others, in light of the Gospel, and the forgiveness we have received from Him in Christ Jesus.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about repentance, and how Godly sorrow leads to genuine repentance.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jedidiah take some time to talk about sleep, and how we can antcipate the new mercies of God that come in the morning when we surrender ourselves to him in the evening.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan are joined in studio by Melissa Warren and Beth Clouse, as the have a conversation about what it looks like living life on mission within the context of the work that they do in our community.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about our call to be humble, as we reflect on God's holiness, and our sinfulness.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jeididah are joined in studio by Elijah Weaver, as they talk a bit about how the age of technology is affecting us, and how we can be more aware of those ways as we seek to live the life God has given us.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can trust God in the midst of our weakness, because in our weakness His power is made perfect.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can trust God in the midst of our fears and anxieties, because he cares for us.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah take a look at Galatians 1:24 and have a conversation about how we can reflect God to the world around us, and in doing so point people to Him.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about our invasive thoughts and how we can take them captive, and weigh them against the truth of God's word.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can have hope, and how we can bring hope to those who are going through hard things.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to dive into Proverbs 5 and talk about the pain of discipline and the pain of regret.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about some of our programs that are starting back up this week. And discuss some reasons we should, or shouldn't engage this fall.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
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This week Eric and Jonathan take a look at the mail bag, and answer some questions from you!
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take a look at Psalm 65, and talk about how the presence of God prompts us to be still, and be in awe of who God is.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jedidiah take some time to talk about how God uses the ordinary moments in our lives to shape us more and more into the image of Jesus.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to reflect on Psalm 101, and talk about how those we chose to be influenced by shape who we become.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about the resurrection, and what implications it has for us today, as followers of Christ.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can seek out "functional saviors", when we fail to remember and set our eyes on the one true saviour Jesus.
Here is a list of questions refferenced in the episode:
Uncover Your Functional Saviors
David Powlison
What am I most afraid of?
What do I long for most passionately?
Where do I run for comfort?
What do I talk about most?
What do I worry about most most?
What makes me happiest?
How do I explain myself to others?
What has caused me to be angry with God?
What do I brag about?
What do I want to have more than anything else?
Who do I sacrifice the most for in my life?
If I could change one thing in my life what would that be?
Whose approval am I seeking?
What do I want to control/master?
What comfort do I treasure the most?
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can set our eyes on Jesus and seek to follow after him, as we engage in a culture that is opposed to God.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jedidiah take some time to talk about testimonies, and how we can find encouragement in asking questions that lead to stories of how God is working in our lives and the loves of those around us.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan start a conversation about the importance of church membership.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can take some faithful steps to plant seeds for future growth in the opportunities God has called us to be involved in.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about some practical ways that we can engage with the next generation as we seek to come alongside their parrents and point them to Jesus.
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This week Eric and Jonathan are joined by pastor Josh, as they talk about our graduating seniors and how we can seek to encourage them through our words, and gifts this season.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to go over our church newsletter, and talk about how we can have a multi-generational impact on those around us.
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This week Eric and Jonathan are joined by one of our elders, Scott Thompson, as they talk about how we can better study the bible.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about the significance names, and how they convey value.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can take our next right step as we seek to follow after Jesus in light of the resurection.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to look ahead to easter and reflect on some scripture, and a few songs that have been meaningful during this season.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take a look at the example of Jesus, as we seek to reject passivity and accept responsibility in our daily lives.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take a look at 2 Timothy 2:14-26, and talk a bit about how we can engage in discorse in a God-honoring way.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about seeking the will of God as we make decisions.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about the fear of man, and how we can seek to find our joy in Jesus, instead of what others think of us.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can invite people into relationship, as we seek to follow Jesus together.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about seasonal depression, and how we can take small steps toward lasting joy, as we remember the truth of the gospel.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about what elders do, and what qualifies someone to be an elder.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can work skillfully in ordinary places for holy purposes.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about some helpful ways we can listen and engage with sermons.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about the importance of regular bible reading, and how scripture memory shapes the way we walk through life.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah, take a look at a few moments from last year that impacted them, and talk about how they are seeking to grow in light of the lessons learned during those moments.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan continue the conversation about advent, as they focus on the sacrificial love demonstrated by Jesus, and how we can seek to love one another as we enter this Christmas weekend.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan continue the conversation about advent, as they focus on the true and lasting joy found in Jesus.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can find true peace comes through Jesus, in the midst of our circumstances.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about the importance of hope, as we enter into the advent season.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can enter the advent season keeping in mind the gospel, through bible, community, identity, and mission.
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This week Eric and Jonathan dive into a conversation about singing songs in community. And how singing helps us learn, grow, and find encouragement in the truth of what the songs we are singing are say.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jedidiah, take some time to talk about the sing conference and some take-aways, and ideas pertaining to worship.
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This week Eric and Jonathan are joined by Scott Thompson, as they take some time to talk about the difference between straight line issues, and jagged line issues in reguard to politics. As we enter into the voting season this November.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan are joined by Scott Thompson, as they take some time to unpack the doctrine of the image of God, and what being made in his image means for us today.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah take some time to talk about James 2:1-13 as we look at community and how we can strive to speak and act "as those who are to be judged under the law of liberty".
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah take some time to talk about James 2:1-13 as we look at community and how we can strive to speak and act "as those who are to be judged under the law of liberty".
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about Ecuador, and some of the things they did and saw while they were there a few weeks ago.
Link to Compassion Connection website:
https://ecuadorcc.com/
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about Ecuador, and some of the things they did and saw while they were there a few weeks ago.
Link to Compassion Connection website:
https://ecuadorcc.com/
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah take some time to look ahead at this upcoming week as a group of five people from our church prepare to head down to Ecuador.
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This week Eric and Jedidiah have the opportunity to sit down with our new youth pastor Josh Taylor and get to know him a bit more, as he and his family look ahead to what God has for them here in Forest City.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to look ahead at all thats coming this fall, and encourage us to plug in.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can respond in wisdom, when our circumstances are hard.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take some time to talk about how we can respond in wisdom, when our circumstances are hard.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take a look at James 1:22 and talk about how we are called to not only be hearers of the word, but to be doers of the word also.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jedidiah are joined in studio by Eric WIlliams, as he continues to share more of his story of Christ's work in the life of his family.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan take a look at the passage for this upcoming Sunday, and talk about how we can have an undivided heart, that seeks Jesus.
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This week Eric and Jedidiah take some time to talk about lingering, and how it serves as an oportunity to produce growth in community.
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This week Eric and Jonathan sit down with Dennis Mesidor to talk about following the example of The Father, as a godly man, and father.
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This week Jonathan and Eric talk about how we need to cultivate a theology of boredom as we seek to set our eyes on Jesus and run the race set before us with endurance.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah sit down with Scott Thompson to talk about one of our Sunday morning classes focused on God and government and how we can take next steps as citizens of two kingdoms.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about suffering and how we can either help or hurt when we seek to walk with one another through trials and suffering.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan are joined in studio by Eric WIlliams, as he shares his story of Christ's transforming work in his life.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about Psalm 73 and how our hearts change from envy to evangalism when we remember the promises of God from an eternal perspective.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about the reality that we are living in the end times, and how in light of that we can find comfort in remembering that our identity is found in Christ, and because of that we are called to love one another more and more.
Opening Banter (Tab's new glasses):
Option 1
Option 2
Option 3
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This is a clip recorded following the recording of "Episode 130: Reflecting Christ With Emalee and Kennedy".
It is a poem called 'Hasten the Day' writen and preformed by Kennedy Baker, with accompaniment from Emalee Warren.
This week Eric and Jedidiah have the oportunity to sit down with Emalee Warren and Kennedy Baker, as they talk about their first year at college and how they have been seeking to live out their faith in Jesus in their new context.
Their podcast: "Reflecting Christ" is available on spotify and apple podcasts!
https://open.spotify.com/show/5DmHxrSMTdlAQZdne5AlGY?si=197cfa5298bf483e
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This week Eric and Jedidiah look back at Sunday's sermon, and talk about pursuing Christ centerd community, as we seek to spur one another on towards love and good deeds.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about biblical counseling, and how we find our hope and wisdom from the word of God.
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This week Eric and Jonathan are joined in studio by Andrew Jermeland, and Jonathan Klaassen, as they take some time to talk about what they experienced together at Together For The Gospel last week.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about Easter, and how we are compelled by the cross and the empty tomb to be ambassadors of Christ.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about six ways we can provoke our children to anger, and how we can avoid them, as we seek to lead their hearts to Jesus.
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This week Eric and Jedidiah sit down to have a conversation with Daryl Hanna, to talk about how God has worked in his life over the years.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can enter into community with managed expectations, gratitude, and contentment.
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This week Jonathan and Jedidiah, are joined in studio by Cory Jackson. Cory gives us a look at what life is like for him and his family as they prepare to move into the full time mission field.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Eric give us a look into this past week's men's study, and talk about seven steps to deal with our sin.
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This week Jonathan and Eric give us a sneak peek into this week's men's study, and talk about how our understanding of sin highlights our great need for the Gospel
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This Twosday Eric, Jonathan ask and answer some questions, and jump into some scripture on this unique day of twos.
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This week Eric, Jonathan talk about how we engage in Sunday worship as we participate in community.
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This week Jonathan, Tab, and Jedidiah talk about our call to proclaim the Gospel, as we seek to carry out the great commission.
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This week Eric, Jonathan talk about how we prepare our hearts and minds the week, night before, and morning of Sunday worship.
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This week Eric, Jonathan talk about how we are called to be set appart, as we engage as citizens of two kingdoms. If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric, Jonathan talk about how we are called to love one another, and doing that requires that we take time to listen and understand people.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah talk about hungering and thirsting for righteousness, as we seek to find our satisfaction in Jesus.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric, Jonathan talk about picking up our cross daily as we seek to turn away from our sin and pursue Jesus daily.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric, Jonathan, and Jedidiah take some time to look back on the year as we prepare to step into the new year.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about entering into this Christmas with joy and purpose as a family.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about giving and receiving gifts, in a way that brings glory and focus to Christ this Christmas season.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about some Christmas resources and some ways we can lean into Jesus this season.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about following Jesus, and what it means to believe in him.
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This week Eric and Jonathan are joined in studio by Jonathan Klaassen as the talk about membership and the importance of community.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about Sunday, and the joy it was to see people publicly profess their faith in Christ.
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This week Eric and Jonathan expand a bit on Sunday's passage, as we take a look at our call to live peaceably with all.
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This week Eric and Jedidiah take some time to read through Titus chapter 2 and model the SOAP method of bible study.
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This week Eric and Jonathan expand a bit on Sunday's sermon, as we take a look at our call to have patience through tribulation.
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This week Eric and Jonathan expand a bit on Sunday's sermon, as we take a look at how we can reject spiritual laziness and cultivate a fervent spirit.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how our spiritual growth is made up of many ordinary moments filled with the extraordinary grace of Jesus.
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This week Eric and Jonathan spend some time telling stories from their week teaching down in Ecuador.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can trust God and obey his commands, when we feel unprepared for whatever might be going on in our lives.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about our identity and how it is not rooted in our circumstances but rather it is rooted in who we are in Christ.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric, Jonathan, and Jedidiah are joined in studio by Emma Segerstrom, as they continue their conversation about her experience following Jesus, as she walks through life in the navy.
Disclaimer the views shared in this podcast do not reflect the official positions of the United States Navy.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric, Jonathan, and Jedidiah are joined in studio by Emma Segerstrom, as they begin a two part conversation about her experience following Jesus, as she walks through life in the navy.
Disclaimer the views shared in this podcast do not reflect the official positions of the United States Navy.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
In this episode Eric and Jedidiah are joined in studio by former FBC pastors; Matt Rittgers, and Lanny Barringer. Where they have a conversation about ministry here at FBC, where they're at now, and leave us with a few words of encouragement as we remember 150 years of God's faithfulness in the past and look forward, with our eyes set on Jesus, as we press on toward the future.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric, Jonathan, and Jedidiah are joined in studio by Tabitha Jermeland as they talk about some of the key things they saw this weekend as we celebrated our church's 150th anniversary.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how \we are surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, we can lay aside all that entangles, and set our eyes on Jesus and celebrate all that God has done over the past 150 years, because we know that the best is yet to come.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jedidiah talk about how we can share our testimonies as we point people to Jesus.
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This week Eric and Jonathan take a look at philippians 2:14 and talk about our call to do all things without complaining or arguing.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how in order to effectively put on the good things that lead to spiritual growth, we have to start by putting to death the bad things that still linger in our hearts.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan start a conversation about two of our church's core values. Joyful generosity and gracious hospitality, and talk about how we can and should love one another because Christ has loved us
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jedidiah talk about how we can take some time to think about some things that might be influencing the way we are living, and how we can start to drift when we forget who we are in Christ.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah talk about how we can prepare to love others the way Jesus has loved us, as we head into this holiday season.
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This week Eric and Jonathan spend some time talking about how our Joy is rooted in Jesus, rather than our circumstances.
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This week Jonathan and Jedidiah recap Sunday's sermon, and talk about how we can grow in having far sighted faith that spurs us on toward authentic worship.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about singing, and why we should all sing more.
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This week Eric and Jedidiah talk about who God is, who we are, and how that informs and encourages us as we take next steps.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how valuable a note of encouragement can be. And encourage us to take a step this week by writing a note or letter to someone telling them some good news.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah recap Sunday's sermon, and talk about the importance of sharing our own testimonies with each other.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan recap Sunday's sermon, and take a deeper look at how Christ is a person and how the law leads to Him.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric, Jonathan, Scott and Jedidiah take a deeper dive into what Eric preached on Sunday from Romans 9:19-33, and dig deeper into what God's sovereignty looks like from different perspectives.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric, Jonathan, Scott and Jedidiah take a deeper dive into what Scott preached on Sunday from Romans 9:1-18.
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This week Jonathan and Jedidiah talk about some practical ways we can support and encourage our leaders.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can read scripture using the S.O.A.P. acronym.
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This week Eric and Jonathan look forward to easter as they reflect on a few moments from the easter story, and discuss some songs that have spoken to them over the season.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
As Good Friday draws closer Eric and Jonathan reflect on the events of Good Friday, and talk about some songs that can help our hearts focus on the love of Christ that was demonstrated at the cross.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about some practical steps we can take as we approach Holy Week, and remember Christ's death and resurrection on Easter.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about membership and how we as Christ followers are called to love one another.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about five questions we can ask ourselves as we see a new season approaching.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about envy, and how we are called to weep with those who weep and rejoice with those who rejoice, as we set our minds on the things of the spirit rather than the things of the flesh.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can start spotting evidence of God's grace on display in our lives.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about ways we can be intentional about focusing our hearts and minds on Jesus in our evening rhythms and routines.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about ways we can be intentional about focusing our hearts and minds on Jesus in our morning rhythms and routines.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Jonathan and Jedidiah talk about what enables us to have the opportunity to bear the fruit referenced in Romans 6:22.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about Romans 6:20-23, and ask the question: where are we. headed.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about the fear of man, and how we can take steps to fear God rather than man.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about some ways we can modify our environment to encourage us toward growth.
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This week Eric and Jonathan ask the question "Where are we" as we remember that our Emmanuel God is with us.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about music, and how we can worship Jesus as we sing and listen to the lyrics of songs about His birth.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about Advent, and some things we can do to celebrate, remember, and anticipate the coming of Jesus.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about giving thanks for the many blessing God has given us.
Song recommended in this episode:
"Don't You Want To Thank Someone"
-Andrew Peterson
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This week Jedidiah and Jonathan talk about how reading a passage of scripture before hearing a sermon on it can help us glean more from the message.
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This week Jedidiah and Jonathan sit down and have a conversation with Travis and April Holtan about what God has been doing in their lives as they look forward to a new season.
For more information about what the Holtans are doing with Apex visit: https://www.holtanswithapex.org/
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This week Jedidiah and Jonathan recap Sunday's sermon and reflect on; God's glory, and what authentic faith looks like.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about remembering our past, as we confess past sin, and rejoice in God's forgiveness.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about remembering our past and how God has been faithful, through the positive and the negative.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can engage in courageous conversations as we lead people toward Jesus.
Resources referenced in this episode:
"Between Us Guys"
- Joel Fitzpatrick
"Between Us Girls"
- Trish Donohue
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This week Eric and Jedidiah talk about the difference between knowing about God, and Knowing God.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about the desires of the heart.
And ask the question "What's ruling your heart?".
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk some more about parenting, and how we can affirm and lift up Jesus as we recognize the sin in our children's hearts.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about our upcoming Wednesday night ministry, and how we can help our families grow closer to Jesus when we do life together.
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This week Eric and Jonathan recap Sunday's sermon, and dive deeper into Romans chapter one verses seven through fifteen.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about what it looks like to be fatigued and how we can find refreshment when we remember who we are in Christ.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about communication and the importance of active listening and assertive speaking.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about conflict resolution with a Christ centered perspective.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how Christ is at the center of marriage, and how the roles of husband and wife are a picture of Christ and the Church.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about God's plan and purpose for marriage.
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This week Eric and Jonathan reflect on Psalm 16, and talk about how our satisfaction is found in God.
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"
This week Eric and Jonathan talk about what it looks like to speak Biblical truth in your heart.
Resources referenced in this episode:
"Note To Self"
-Joe Thorn
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can engage in hard conversations, about real issues, with a biblical perspective.
Article referenced in this episode:
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/kevin-deyoung/faith-seeking-understanding-thinking-theologically-about-racial-tensions/
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can get from "here" to "there" as we walk by faith, not by sight.
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This week Jonathan and Jedidiah sit down with Brooke and Cory Jackson, and talk about what God is doing in their lives as they prepare to enter the mission field.
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This week Jonathan and Jedidiah sit down with Andrew Jermeland to ask some questions about what he has been learning about himself and his walk with Christ in the midst of all that has been going on in our world.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can get some good sleep knowing true rest is found in Christ.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can slow down and take a look at all the blessings the lord has given us.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about some practical ways we can love one another, while maintaining social distance.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we can return to this new normal with love.
Article referenced in this episode:
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/church-dont-let-coronavirus-divide/
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about what it means to sow to the spirit. We also take a dive into the mail bag to answer a listener's question!
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk the importance of being surrounded by Christ centered community.
Resources recommended in this episode:
"Finally Free"
- Heath Lambert
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about how we produce the fruits of the spirit when we keep instep with the spirit.
Resources recommended in this episode:
The Expulsive Power of a New Affection sermon: https://www.monergism.com/thethreshold/sdg/Chalmers,%20Thomas%20-%20The%20Exlpulsive%20Power%20of%20a%20New%20Af.pdf
Article by John Piper: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/the-expulsive-power-of-a-new-affection
"How Does Sanctification Work?"
- David Powlison
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about time, and ask the question what time are you in as you take your next steps toward Jesus?
Resources recommended in this episode:
https://www.challies.com/
"Sing!"
- Keith and Kristyn Getty
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about, how easy it can be to fall into some bad, and good habits, and how we can make an effort to grow in our relationship with Jesus.
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about the hope we have in Christ's future return, and the joy that brings today.
Resources referenced in this episode:
Article by Brent Aucoin
https://blogs.faithlafayette.org/church/evidence-for-gods-existence-in-the-covid-19-response/
"How to Exasperate Your Wife"
-Douglas Wilson
"Remember Me"
-Andrew Peterson
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nzt8fZr-T1E
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about Holy week, and some of the vignettes that have stuck out to them over the years.
Resources referenced in this episode:
"Mission Accomplished"
-Scott James
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This week Eric and Jonathan talk about finding our identity as adopted sons and daughters of Christ.
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This week Eric and Nate talk with Jim McGuire, and ask some questions about his perspective in responding to the coronavirus.
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This week Eric and Nate talk about how we as Christ followers should and should not be responding to the coronavirus.
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This week Eric and Nate talk about the power of singing and what an important role music has in our lives.
Resources referenced in this episode:
"Sing!"
- Keith & Kristyn Getty
"Family Worship"
- Donald S. Whitney
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This week Eric and Nate talk about how we are called to live by faith in Christ, and what role our phones can play in that.
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Resources referenced in this episode:
"12 ways your phone is changing you"
-Tony Reinke
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This week Eric and Nate talk about how we need to slow down and listen to see the bigger picture.
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This week Jonathan joins Eric and Nate to talk about how we can fall into the trap of spiritual amnesia, and how we can remember who we are in Christ.
Resources talked about in this episode:
Because He Loves Me: How Christ Transforms Our Daily Life
- Elyse Fitzpatrick
A Gospel Primer
- Milton Vincent
The Wingfeather Saga
- Andrew Peterson
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This week Eric and Nate talk with Jim McGuire and reflect on Galatians 3:1-9.
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This week Eric and Nate talk about the way Christ modeled love for us by Giving himself.
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This week Eric and Nate talk about the fear of man, the freedom we have when our identity is found in Christ.
Resource mentioned in this episode:
"When People are Big and God is Small" By: Edward T. Welch
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This week Eric and Nate hear from Pastor Matt Rittgers.
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This week Eric and Nate talk about how God changes lives from the inside out, and how our lives reflect that change when we are found in Christ.
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This week Eric and Nate talk about our new series in Galatians, and how we should be focusing on our freedom in Christ and keeping in step with the Spirit.
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This is the final part of a three part holiday series where we talk about some next steps you can take in 2020. In this part Eric talks about how he uses a Bible reading plan.
Resources talked about in this episode:
https://www.ligonier.org/blog/bible-reading-plans/
This is part two of a three part holiday series where we talk about some next steps you can take in 2020. In this part we talk to Katie Weaver about how she uses a gratitude journal.
This is part one of a three part holiday series where we talk about some next steps you can take in 2020. In this part we talk to Emily Forsyth about how she uses a prayer journal.
This week Eric and Nate sit down with Emily Forsyth and talk about how she has found and continues to find her greatest joy in Jesus.
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This week Eric and Nate sit down with Andrew and Brittany Hall, and talk about how they have seen God's faithfulness on display throughout their lives.
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This week Eric and Nate unpack some of the things then went on this Sunday, and talk about how God's love Identifies, Changes, and Empowers us.
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This week Eric and Jedidiah reflect on Sunday, and talk about having a thankful heart.
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This week Eric and Nate are joined in the studio by our family ministry director Jonathan Walberg. They discuss a little bit about what went on this weekend, and focus a bit more on what impact devotionals have had on them.
Resources:
A Gospel Primer
Family Worship
My Utmost for His Highest
New Morning Mercies
Note to Self: The Discipline of Preaching to Yourself
The Logic of God
What Every Child Should Know About Prayer
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This week Eric and Nate talk about keeping our eyes open as we seek to love one another. Scott Thompson joins them in the studio to talk about beatific vision.
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This week Eric and Nate reflect on our identity as Children of God, and how we relate to God as our good Father.
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This week Eric and Nate talk about what it looks like when our community is fueled by Gossip, slander and pride. And how we can cultivate a community that is driven by the Gospel as we elevate Jesus.
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This week Eric and Nate discuss a little bit more about what it means to find our greatest joy in Jesus, rather than in the world.
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This week Eric and Nate talk about finding our identity in Christ, and talk about some resources that have helped them as they live in Gospel centered community. We also get a brief update on the situation in Ecuador.
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This week we hear from Jonathan Walberg, as he reflects on Sunday's sermon. We also hear a little bit about Eric's trip to Ecuador, and the power of prayer.
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This week Eric and Nate talk a little bit about what it means to not just talk the talk, but to authentically live as a follower of Christ.
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The Next Steps Podcast is a weekly discussion aimed at engaging, encouraging, and equipping our church family to take next steps. Whether it is your relationship with God, connecting in community, or finding an on-ramp into mission, there is a next step waiting for you. We’re glad you’re here!
If you have a question for us feel free to send us an email at "questions@fbcforestcity.org"