Sep 28

The Perils of a Quick Fix

How can we witness to those who just want a quick fix? Pastor John presses home the shocking reality of eternity and the astounding love of Jesus.

11m 52s

Sep 24

When I’m Too Weak to Be Productive

Can a disabled mother model the Proverbs 31 woman? Pastor John describes the gift of a heart that hopes in God’s steadfast love.

11m 32s

Sep 21

Six Traits of a Forgettable Sermon

Rigorous exposition isn’t at odds with engaging preaching. Pastor John encourages pastors to work for creativity when technical, abstract sermons feel easier.

13m 28s

May 2024

Is the "Good Book" Really So Good?

<span data-sheets-root="1" data-sheets-value= "{"1":2,"2":"In this episode Bart interviews Jill Hicks-Keeton about her sure-to-be controversial book, recently released: The Good Book: How White Evangelicals Save the Bible to Save Themselves.. We are all familiar with the distu ... Show More

47m 5s

Nov 2024

Does John of Patmos accept the Gospel of Jesus?

The book of Revelation is by far the most violent book of the New Testament. The blood-soaked narrative calls for the death and destruction of non-believers and even of many Christians. Some Christians over th ... Show More

30m 2s

Dec 2020

God of Vengeance?

How are we to interpret God's actions in the Old Testament regarding vengeance, plagues, and other violent events in light of the Incarnation? Is there a difference between the God of the Old Testament and the God of the New Testament?

1h 5m

May 2022

Day 121: Cycle of Violence (2022)

Fr. Mike talks about how revenge and violence can become a cycle that doesn't end until someone chooses to end it. He also points out how the genealogy in 1 Chronicles reflects the genealogy of Christ. The reading for today are 2 Samuel 2, 1 Chronicles 2, and Psalm 24. For the co ... Show More

19m 20s

May 2025

Day 134: Devastating Effects of Sin (2025)

Fr. Mike talks about the horrible things that can happen when we turn away from God and stop asking him "what's the next step?" In today's readings we see David humbled and humiliated, Absalom revealing how devastating sin is, and the evil that comes from war. Today's readings ar ... Show More

18m 22s

Apr 2024

Day 121: Cycle of Violence (2024)

Fr. Mike talks about how revenge and violence can become a cycle that doesn't end until someone chooses to end it. He also points out how the genealogy in 1 Chronicles reflects the genealogy of Christ.The reading for today are 2 Samuel 2, 1 Chronicles 2, and Psalm 24. For the com ... Show More

19m 20s

Why Is the Bible So Violent?