Thoughts from a lay theologian: Recent Episodes
Thoughts from a Lay Theologian
In nature, through life experiences and studying we get to acquire insights about God. Those insights when shared strengthen both speaker and listener. We are in this journey together.
The perfect sacrifice for our sins is from a friend who sticks closer than a brother. What sacrifices are we willing to make for Him?
God has made a sacrifice for our redemption through Christ. What sacrifices are we willing to give back to Him?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
While sin has consequences, we also experience God’s redemptive power thanks to Christ’s sacrifice.
We serve a God who gives us a fresh lease on life. Let’s not waste the chance. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Living a life worthy of the calling that we have received requires us intentionally setting ourselves apart for the master’s use.
Sometimes we need someone to tell us not what we want to hear but what we need to hear. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Looking ahead to the next few days as we start two new books. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
What comes to mind when you hear this word? What can you do and what has been done already?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
God displays His majestic power in different ways. Let’s look at some of them and what He wants to teach us about His nature.
Heeding advice, staying faithful despite obstacles. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Our salvation cost God something and we in turn have a duty to sacrifice something for the sake of His kingdom. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Taking a look at the concept of prayer and petition. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
We have a role to play in the salvation of the world. What’s your role? What’s mine?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
What it takes to be patient in affliction and faithfully wait for God to deliver, all the while playing our part.
How to navigate tough times in our lives. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Staying faithful in the face of trials, knowing that our salvation is near. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In the end good will triumph over evil. What do we do in the meantime while going through the trial?
Our God keeps His promises and we also have a duty to keep ours. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
A look at how we celebrate and commemorate victories in our lives. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Staying true to your commitments despite the obstacles. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
When things don’t go as planned, how do we respond?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Keep watch and pray is a command from Jesus. What does it mean to us?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Following Christ comes at a cost. Focus on the eternal reward not the temporary trouble.
Would you rather receive what you deserve either good or bad, or gain favor? What about for others regardless of moral compass?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Dealing with the mountaintop and valley experiences of life. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Trusting the plan of God even when the endgame is unclear --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
In our lives we need to give an account for our choices. Who are we accountable to?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Being faithful to the call we received isn’t easy but we have help from God in His word.
Finding strength to combat opposition in our lives. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Hitting the reset button as we begin the new year. What needs to continue and what needs to change?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Beginning strong, ending even stronger. Alpha and omega. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Can we live in purity? What does it take?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
What does it mean to have God’s hand on you? What do you need to do to feel secure in God?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
Who or what takes lordship over your heart? How does Jesus feature in the equation?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
What has been revealed to us QBs what do we do with that information?--- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
To cultivate a close relationship with God, there are some things that we must desperately seek.
Striking a balance in our walk with God. Avoiding the extremes. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
The source of confidence in our life has nothing to do with our works. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app
What does it entail to have an intimate fellowship with God?
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Setting an example for the world through our words and actions.
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Where and how can we find God?
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3 events, 1 question, do you still not understand?
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Despite being the ones that sinned, God creates a way for us to be restored back to Him in fellowship.
How should we love the Christian life? Creating the balance between Justice and mercy.
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How can we be holy especially if without it we can’t see God?
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What is faith and how can we attain it?
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God’s expectation over our lives, our part to play and the reward that comes with it.
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Looking at what we need to do in order to pay for our sins and how Jesus took care of it.
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How can sinful man stand before a Holy God?
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Trusting the promises of God despite doubts and challenges.
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Different crowd, same need, same provider. We look at a massive feeding as Jesus takes an excursion into Gentile territory.
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Finding hope in the midst of the challenges we face.
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When God’s way seems hard for us to grasp.
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How do we handle conflicts in the body of Christ?
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We shift gears and see Jesus healing gentiles outside of Judea as we continue on our journey through Mark.
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How do we live in contentment while the world is so materialistic?
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Servant leadership, submission, humility, sacrifice. How do they come together in a leader?
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In todays reading we learn about the foundation to the fruits we want to see.
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Jesus takes on some Pharisees and tackles the issue of legalism.
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As we continue on our journey through Mark, we reach a point where the things click for the disciples. 3 miracles in 1, Jesus walking on water.
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In one of the most massive miracles in terms of crowd reach, we will explore the things that Jesus provides more than just food. Join us as we look at the feeding of the 5000 as it is called.
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Today we look at a not so pleasant story that reads like a soap opera. The story of the circumstances surrounding the beheading of John the Baptist.
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In todays episode we will look at 2 sections of our journey through Mark: a prophet without honor and sending of the 12.
In today’s episode we see Jesus’s power over sickness and death, looking at two intertwined stories of different characters brought together by a common need for healing and restoration.
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Today we will look at the first missionary that Jesus ever sent out. Spoiler alert: it’s not a polished trainees theologian. Let’s look at the healing of the Gerasene demoniac.
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In this episode we look at Jesus calming the storm. Join us as we look at Jesus’s power over nature.
In our continuing journey through Mark we will look at 3 different stories that point to 1 Christ.
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Today we look at the parable of the sower in our continuing journey through Mark
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Today we will explore 2 themes: Jesus calling His disciples and the public perception about who he is.
Heaven confirms who Jesus is, Hell knows it too. What about earth? Is the human heart convinced?
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Here we get to see Jesus ruffling feathers for doing good. What exactly is the Sabbath and what did it entail? Let’s dive in and find out.
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Which is more important to a Christian? Signs and wonders or sound doctrinal teaching? We will explore that as we look at Mark chapter 2.
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We will take a short break from the book of Mark to look at Easter. We resume our journey through Mark next week.
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Chapter 1 verses 1-13. We look at the origin of the story of Jesus through Mark’s eyes.
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As we start on the journey through Mark, we begin with getting to know the author, time and theme of the book.
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Today we will look at 3 things that a godly father provides to his offspring, an image of what our Heavenly Father has given us.
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As we navigate our life back from a pandemic, what can we learn from God’s covenant with Noah?
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Ever wondered why some people that we consider ‘less righteous’ than us seem to have it all figured out? Let’s look into that.
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Easier said than done, what does this often used phrase really mean?
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What does this day mean to us?
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An in-depth look at Paul’s thorn in the flesh and what it teaches us in our day.
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Sometimes what we do speaks so loudly that others can’t hear what we’re saying. What do people see in you?
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Why are mothers able to nurture and care for many so effortlessly? Because God is love.
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There are times when it feels like God is nowhere to be found and we can’t hear His voice. The question is are we even listening?
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