The Rod 'n Staff Podcast: Recent Episodes
rodnstaff
We consider topics related to the Christian life, doctrine, and discipleship, viewed through the lens of grace and truth.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Welcome to the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they embark on a new season, diving deep into the confession focusing on our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Jason and Roger began a discussion on chapter 8 of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689.
Email us at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Welcome to the latest episode of the Rod and Staff podcast, where hosts Jason and Roger kick off a new season with excitement and renewed vigor. After an unannounced summer hiatus, they reconnect and share personal highlights from their vacations, including trips to Alaska and Hawaii, as well as Jason's thrilling experience at the Paris Olympics.
The episode dives into the enriching books they've read over the break, discussing titles like "The Pastor as Leader" by John Curry and Sinclair Ferguson, and "The Future of Everything" by William Beckestein. Roger shares insights from "How to Inhabit Time" by James Smith and "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt, bringing fresh perspectives on time management and the impact of social media on today's youth.
Looking forward, Jason and Roger outline exciting plans for the podcast, including continuing their exploration of the confession, diving into biblical counseling topics, and featuring interviews and discussions on prayer.
Join them as they embark on this new season, aiming to deepen engagement with doctrine, scripture, and the Christian life. Don't miss out on this episode filled with personal reflections, insightful book reviews, and a sneak peek into what's to come!
Email us at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Welcome to another engaging episode of the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they delve into a fascinating topic inspired by one of our listeners' questions. We're excited to explore the concept of godly grief from a gospel perspective, focusing on a passage from 2 Corinthians 7.
Email us at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Welcome to this episode of the Rod and Staff podcast, where hosts Jason and Roger dive into a question from a listener. How should we think about justification and final judgement? Tune in to find out.
Email us s at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger have another showdown with some quick fire questions.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Welcome to the Rod and Staff Podcast! In this episode, hosts Roger and Jason dive into a fresh topic that has recently made waves in the news. The Pope's comments about hope and the fundamental goodness of humanity are put under the microscope. The hosts critically analyze his statements, comparing them to biblical teachings and discussing their implications on the gospel message.
Join us for a compelling conversation that encourages deeper engagement with doctrine and life, while always pointing back to Christ as our ultimate hope.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger discuss Chapter 7 of the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith on God's Covenant.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger discuss healthy church members.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger answer a question regarding how to think about our vocation and identity in Christ.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger talk about money and stewardship. Join us as we talk about some frequently asked questions regarding money.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger talk about a question received from a listener. What is it like to be a Pastor? Join us as Roger interviews Jason on what it is like to be a pastor.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger pick back up in the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith. Join us for Chapter 6 of the Confession on the Fall, Sin, and Punishment.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger pick back up in the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith. Join us for Chapter 6 of the Confession on the Fall, Sin, and Punishment.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
You may have heard about the controversy over Alistair's Begg counsel to a grandmother attending a gay wedding. Join us as we think about the controversy and how it is being handled in the Christian community.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger discuss a conversation around school choices. What did we choose and why? How do you choose what is best? Join in for some thoughts on this often debated topic.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger have another showdown with some quick fire questions.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger discuss conferences that they attended in 2023.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.mountabc.org
Jason and Roger discuss some listeners questions and feedbacks on the the topics of Covenant Theology and Dispensationalism.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.mountabc.org
Jason and Roger are joined once again by Pat Abendroth from The Pactum podcast. We discuss Pat's new book Covenant Theology and how this relates to the dangers of Biblicism.
You can find Covenant Theology on Amazon.
https://www.thepactum.org
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger are joined by Pat Abendroth from The Pactum podcast. We discuss Pat's new book Covenant Theology and why covenant theology is an important framework for understanding the Bible.
You can find Covenant Theology on Amazon.
https://www.thepactum.org
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger continue discussing their experience with Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology. Join us for a discussion on how we understand Scripture.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger talk about their experience with Dispensationalism and Covenant Theology. Join us for a discussion on how we understand Scripture.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger continue discussing the book "Serving without sinking" by John Hindley. Join us for a conversation about Jesus serving us.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
Back for Season 3 of the podcast, Jason and Roger discuss the book "Serving without sinking" by John Hindley. This is a two-part discussion on the theme of serving Jesus, and Jesus serving us.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
In this episode, we finish talking through chapter 5 on Divine Providence from the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.themountbc.org
Jason and Roger discuss a listener's question along with talking about Biblical qualifications for elders.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.themountbc.org
In this episode, Jason and Roger ask each other questions on various topics. Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
Join Jason and Roger to talk about some Church History. Jason explains the importance of Ignatius of Antioch for our lives today.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.themountbc.org
In this episode, Jason and Roger talk about money and how it relates to our Christian lives.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
In this episode, Jason and Roger discuss false teaching in the early church and how it relates to the present day.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
In this episode Roger and Jason interview Mario Aguilar from Children's Hunger Fund. Mario serves as Senior Director of International Ministry Development at Children's Hunger Fund. For more information, visit Children's Hunger Fund
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
We celebrate our 100th anniversary of the Rod 'n Staff podcast!
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
In this episode, Jason and Roger talk about elders in the church. Joining them is Dr. Alex Sherbetjian, a new elder at The Mount Bible Church.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
In this episode, Jason and Roger talk with Dr. Alex Sherbetjian who is a new elder candidate at The Mount Bible Church.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
In this special episode, Jason interviews Roger about his experience growing up in a home where his parents divorced at a young age and the hope he found in Christ.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
In this episode, we continue in chapter 5 on Divine Providence from the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.themountbc.org
In this episode, Jason and Roger ask each other some questions on a variety of topics. Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.mountabc.org
On this episode, Jason and Roger talk about a new season of ministry, the merger of Mount Ararat Bible Church and First Baptist Church of Canoga Park into one, The Mount Bible Church. Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.mountabc.org
On this episode, we join Matt Rosenblum and Onnig Sayadian for a special episode on Christmas and the Covenants.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.mountabc.org
On this episode, Jason and Roger answer a couple of questions from listeners.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.orgFind us online at:www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaffwww.mountabc.org
Join Jason and Roger for a conversation on Thanksgiving and the Christian life. Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we continue in chapter 5 on Divine Providence from the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we begin chapter 5 on Divine Providence from the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
This is a special episode of a live podcast that was recorded at the Doctrine for Life Conference. Roger joins Matt Rosenblum to interview one of our plenary speakers, Rev. Dr. Michael Matossian.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
Forgiveness is not easy, nor simple. Join us as we began a discussion on the theme of forgiveness and why it is important for the believer.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we give a sneak peek of the Doctrine for Life Conference taking place at Mount Ararat Bible Church on October 7th-8th.
You can learn more and register for the conference here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we continue to talk about creation from chapter 4 of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we talk about creation from chapter 4 of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, Roger and Jason talk about doubt and the Christian life. Join us as we answer a listener's question regarding how to handle our doubts.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, Jason and Roger discuss a sermon that Jason preached at Mount Ararat Bible Church on Men, Women, and Sound Doctrine. You can listen to that sermon here.
Also, you can find Roger's blog here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we finish chapter 3 (God's Decree) of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We continue in chapter 3 (God's Decree) of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we continue our conversation on vocation and the Christian life. Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we answer a listener's question regarding vocation. This is part 1 of 2 on the topic. Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We continue our conversation with Matt Rosenblum and Onnig Sayadian from Back to the Reformation podcast, discussing topics such as Lordship salvation, law and gospel, and assurance.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We begin a two-part interview with Matt Rosenblum and Onnig Sayadian from the Back to the Reformation podcast.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
D
This episode is dedicated to answering a listener's questions. Join us as we attempt to provide answers from God's Word.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
This is part three of our series on anxiety. We add some additional thoughts along with answering a listener's question.
Book reference: Descriptions and Prescriptions by Michael Emlet
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
Do you struggle with anxiety? How does Scripture describe anxiety? Join Jason and Roger as we continue our discussion on this important topic.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
Do you struggle with anxiety? What is anxiety? Join us as we discuss this important topic.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We begin chapter 3 (God's Decree) of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. Join in as we discuss what God has decreed and our human responsibility. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We finish chapter 2 (God and the Holy Trinity) of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. Join in as we discuss God and his relationship with believers. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, Jason interviews Roger about the Christian Counseling and Educational Foundation (CCEF) national conference that he attended last month.
Books referenced:
Good News for Little Hearts (CCEF) - currently a 10 book series on counseling issues for children
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, Roger interviews Jason about the Evangelical Theological Society (ETS) conference that he attended last month.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We continue through chapter 2 of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. Join in as we discuss God and his relationship with believers. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We continue through chapter 2 of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. Join in as we discuss the character of God. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
Do you fear that others may not be pleased with you? What are the dynamics of people-pleasing and how can we deal with it? In this episode, we talk about ways we can handle our people-pleasing.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
Do you fear that others may not be pleased with you? What are the dynamics of people-pleasing and how can we deal with it? Join us for a two-part conversation on the topic of people-pleasing.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We continue through chapter 1 of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. Join in as we discuss the importance of God's Word. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We continue through chapter 1 of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. Join in as we discuss the importance of God's Word. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We continue through chapter 1 of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. Join in as we discuss the importance of God's Word. You can find an online version of the confession here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We begin a short series on the Holy Scriptures. We discuss chapter 1 of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689. You can find the confession online here.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we answer another listener's question. We discuss what it means to "abide in Christ" from John 15.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we answer a listener's question, "Is the God of the Old Testament different than the New Testament?"
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we answer a listener's question, "Is the Bible Outdated?"
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we talk about lessons we can learn from Jerry Bridges. There are eight lessons we discuss in Jerry Bridges' autobiography called "God Took Me by the Hand."
Book References God Took Me by the Hand The Transforming Power of the Gospel Trusting God: Even When Life Hurts Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
There are many believers that have gone before us that we can learn from. In this episode, we talk about those who have shaped us, including how to think about those who have failed us.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In this last episode on anger, we explore the idea of righteous anger. How does the Bible describe God's anger? What does righteous anger look like in our lives? Join as we talk through our anger. Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
In part 3 of our series on anger, we explore eight questions on how to address an angry situation. These questions come from David Powlison in a book he wrote called "Good and Angry."
Host: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Book References: Good and Angry by David Powlison Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We continue our discussion on anger. How should we handle our anger? We talk about the importance of going deeper with anger, understanding our beliefs and desires that drive our anger. Join us as we think about how the Bible describes this common problem.
Host: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Book References: Good and Angry by David Powlison Uprooting Anger by Robert Jones A Small Book about a Big Problem by Ed Welch
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
We are back for Season 2 of the podcast. In this episode, we talk about anger. What is anger? What does it look like? Where does it come from? Join us as we begin to discuss this common problem.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Book References: Good and Angry by David Powlison Uprooting Anger by Robert Jones A Small Book about a Big Problem by Ed Welch
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org Find us online at: www.rodnstaff.org www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff www.mountabc.org
This is our 50th episode since starting the podcast in 202!. Join us as we think back over the year, discuss our favorite books, podcasts, and what our favorite and not-so-favorite episodes were.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at:
www.rodnstaff.org
www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff
www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we interview Dr. Lisa LaGeorge and talk about caring for missionaries. Dr. LaGeorge had experience with missionaries from an early age and even served on the field for a period of time. Join us as she shares her insight into caring for those who serve the Lord around the world. You can find Dr. LaGeorge at her blog www.lisalageorge.com
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at:
www.rodnstaff.org
www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff
www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we address a listener's question regarding gluttony. Join us as we think about an important but often neglected topic in the church.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at:
www.rodnstaff.org
www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff
www.mountabc.org
In this special episode, we interview Dr. Kyle Strobel and discuss his new book "Where Prayer Becomes Real: How Honesty with God Transforms your Soul." Kyle is the son of the well-known author Lee Strobel, and he is also a Professor of Spiritual Theology at Biola University.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at:
www.rodnstaff.org
www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff
www.mountabc.org
Can you believe it has been one year since the pandemic lockdowns began? We celebrate this sobering reality with some observations and lessons that we have seen over the last year.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at:
www.rodnstaff.org
www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff
www.mountabc.org
This week we discuss the topic of repentance. What is evangelical repentance and why is this so important? How are faith and repentance related? Join us as we begin a discussion on repentance.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at:
www.rodnstaff.org
www.facebook.com/TheRodnStaff
www.mountabc.org
Join us as we continue through a series on the topic of the assurance of salvation. In this episode, we discuss the fourth point in Chapter 18 of the 1689 London Baptist Confession.
Link: 1689 London Baptist Confession
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Join us as we continue through a series on the topic of the assurance of salvation. In this episode, we discuss the third point in Chapter 18 of the 1689 London Baptist Confession.
Link: 1689 London Baptist Confession
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Join us as we continue through a series on the topic of the assurance of salvation. In this episode, we discuss the second point in Chapter 18 of the 1689 London Baptist Confession.
Link: 1689 London Baptist Confession
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Join us as we begin a series on the topic of assurance of salvation. We begin by discussing the first point in Chapter 18 of the 1689 London Baptist Confession.
Links: 1689 London Baptist confession
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
In this episode, Roger spends time asking Jason a variety of different questions related to being a pastor. Join in for some common and a few uncommon questions.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
It's the day after Valentine's day but not too late to talk about singleness, relationships, and marriage. Join us as we discuss the different challenges of being single and married.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
We take a short look at Psalm 37 and discuss the implications of the passage. Join us as we talk about how this Psalm can address many different areas of our Christian lives (anxiety, worry, contentment, and trust).
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we take some time to talk about politics and how we might respond to the events over the last few months. Should we engage or retreat from politics?
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Dr. Matthew Silverman joins us once again to talk about the COVID-19 vaccines. There are many views on the vaccine from safety to conspiracy theories. Join us as we talk to Dr. Silverman about this important topic.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Matthew Silverman to talk about vaccines. How do the COVID-19 vaccines work? Are they safe? Join us for this and more in the first part of our conversation on vaccines.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
The Church is not immune to leaders falling into serious sin. How should we react when this occurs? Join us as we think about how to respond when this occurs.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we talk about what we talk about. Do we have to be talking about Jesus to honor him? Let's think about how we use our words and the ways we can use them to encourage others.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
2020 has been an exceptionally unique year. We think about 2020 and the expectations for 2021. Join the conversation as we think about our expectations and hope for a new year.
Book reference: Gentle and Lowly by Dane Ortlund
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
What is the incarnation? What is the implication of Jesus taking on human nature? In this episode we discuss the humanity of Christ and why it is important for our Christian lives.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
What should we do with our worries, anxiety, and fears? In this episode, we continue to talk about our emotions and how we can use them to lead us back to the Lord.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
How should we think about worry and anxiety? Why do we fear? Join us as we begin to talk about these emotions and how they reveal what is inside our hearts.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
We continue the conversation on sanctification. In this episode, we discuss various cautions when addressing our hearts, such as being simplistic, formulaic, unbalanced, and having unrealistic goals.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Eight months into the pandemic and it looks like we are heading for another lockdown. How do we process all that has occurred: loss, the hypocrisy of government officials, and the unknown nature of the pandemic? Join us as we think through how to respond to the current trials that we are all facing.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Outreach is an important call of the church. We are joined once again by Paul Barmaksezian, former missionary to Nicaragua and now serving as the Director of Outreach and Youth at Mount Ararat Bible Church.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
We are joined by Paul Barmaksezian who served for about nine years as a missionary in Nicaragua. Join us as Paul helps us to understand what life looked like on the mission field and how the Lord used him to impact the lives of at-risk girls.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
We continue our conversation on sanctification by looking at the rest of article 13 of the London Baptist Confession. Join us as we continue our discussion on this important topic of how God changes believers.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we discuss some initial thoughts on sanctification and then look at article 13 of the London Baptist Confession. Join us as we discuss this important topic on how God changes believers.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we invited Pastor Haig Darakjian to join Roger and Jason for a live Q&A at the Wednesday night Bible study at Mount Ararat Bible Church. Join us as we answer a variety of questions on Theology, Christian Living, Social Justice, and Apologetics.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we invited Pastor Haig Darakjian to join Roger and Jason for a live Q&A at the Wednesday night Bible study at Mount Ararat Bible Church. Join us as we answer a variety of questions on Theology, Christian Living, Social Justice, and Apologetics.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
What’s next in 2020? This has been a strange year filled with uncertainty and discouragement. Join the guys for a conversation on Psalm 46 to remember that God is a refuge and strength, a present help in times of trouble.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Can we learn to disagree better? Join us for part two with our guest, Pastor Caleb Kaltenbach as we talk through issues of dialoguing when we disagree with others. If you enjoy the podcast, please subscribe and leave us a rating.
You can learn more about Caleb at:
https://www.messygracegroup.org/
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
In this episode, we welcome our first guest Pastor Caleb Kaltenbach. Caleb shares his experience growing up in the LGBTQ community and how the Lord saved him. He helps us think through the important topic of engaging with the LGBTQ community with grace and truth.
You can learn more about Caleb at:
https://www.messygracegroup.org/
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Sometimes we have to make decisions that are not black and white. If we’re not talking about obedience and disobedience, how do we make decisions? What are some questions we should ask ourselves and think through? Join the guys as they talk through this important daily life topic.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Creeds and confessions were very important in church history. Are they still useful for the church today? Join the guys as they discuss the topic of the ancient creeds and confessions.
Book reference
The Creedal Imperative by Carl Trueman
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Have you noticed that common sense isn’t all that common? Maybe that’s because no one reads the Proverbs anymore! Join the guys as they discuss some of the wisdom literature of the Bible and how it applies to us today.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Join the guys as they talk about sin, sickness, and death through the lens of Scriptures. Learn the origin of sickness and death, and why Christians should not fear death.
Book reference
Remember Death: The Surprising Path to Living Hope by Matt McCullough
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
In a fallen world, there is always a lot of hurt, pain, and confusion to go around--godly counsel is always needed. In this episode, Jason interviews Roger regarding the recent completion of his DMin in Biblical Counseling. Find out why Roger pursued this training in Biblical Counseling, why he believes it is so valuable, and how it can bless the church.
Book references:
- Seeing with New Eyes by David Powlison
- Instruments in the Redeemer's Hand by Timothy Lane and Paul Tripp
- Caring for One Another by Edward Welch
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
In 2020, Jason completed a Ph.D. in Church History. In this episode, Roger interviews Jason on why he chose to study church history. Join us as we learn about James Owen (not John Owen), why church history matters, and how church history helps believers today.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
We hear the language “discipleship” used often in Evangelical circles. Join the guys as they try to define the term, explore ways to practice it, and consider obstacles that often hinder it. What does discipleship look like, what’s the goal, and how important is it? Find out why we don’t need to be intimidated by it and should be doing it.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Shouldn’t gathering with other believers be the safest place to open up our hearts and be vulnerable? Then why is it often so hard to grieve well at church? What are some of the key obstacles that prevent us from lamenting with other believers? In this episode, the guys try to unpack some ways we can grow in mourning with those who mourn.
Book reference: Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament by Mark Vroegop
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
When was the last time you thought about the topic of lament? Today, the guys set the foundation on why it’s important to understand lament in the Christian life. Lament allows believers to live in the tension of a hard life and God’s Sovereignty.
Book reference: Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy: Discovering the Grace of Lament by Mark Vroegop
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
The pandemic has surged once again. The guys discuss ministry in the midst of a pandemic, the challenges, and the joys. The guys discuss highlights of ministry over the last few months along with how our responses expose what is filling our hearts.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
Most people have goals, passions, and ambitions… but we’re called to be content where God has us. Join the conversation as our hosts explore the relationship between contentment and ambition, thinking through some helpful tools to test our hearts while pursuing aspirations.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
The topic of contentment is broad with far-reaching implications. In this episode, our hosts attempt to define and unpack some of these key issues including how to learn contentment when the world is full of temptations and distractions. The guys walk us through a key passage and some common pitfalls. An important discussion connecting our doctrine to daily life. Join us!
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
The Gospel probes the heart and calls us to ask ourselves tough questions even about our reactions. When it comes to an emotional issue like race, the Gospel calls for nothing less. Pull up a chair and join us as our hosts think through the ways in which the Good News challenges us to die to self and live in Christ as it pertains to race and today’s racial tensions.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
The topic of race is complex, multifaceted, and emotional. But it is very important, especially with all that is taking place around the world today. In this episode, the guys explore questions of theology and the heart, considering how to begin to think about matters of justice. What are questions we should be asking even about the virtue of protests? Are partnerships Christians are forming with others involved in the battle right to have?
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
One of the most familiar verses in the Bible is Romans 8:28 “And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.” Can good really come out of “all” the difficult trials we face in life? Join us as we talk about having confidence that God is behind every moment, and the “good” he is working in us.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
We live in a world that sometimes feels out of control, yet the Bible teaches us that God governs and orders all the events that occur in our lives. In this episode, we discuss divine providence as it is related to our sin and suffering.
Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org and www.mountabc.org
In this inaugural episode, Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian share their reason on why they are starting a new podcast.
Jason serves as Senior Pastor at Mount Ararat Bible Church and Roger serves alongside him on the elder team.
Send us any comments at feedback@rodnstaff.org
Find us online at www.rodnstaff.org