Small Talk

As the Christmas season begins, Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss the beginning of John 1, what we can learn from Jesus entering our world, and the significance of Jesus being described as the Light that overcomes darkness. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss the interaction between James, John, and Jesus in Mark 10, what we can learn from the disciples' request, and how we can strive to live as members of God's Kingdom. 

Zach, Craig, and Lance discuss Jesus' interaction with the Rich Young Ruler in Mark 10 and consider what Jesus' words mean for us today. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach Jesus' interaction with the children in Mark 10, how we can lead children to Jesus, and what characteristics one can possess in order to demonstrate "child-like faith". 

Zach, Craig, and Lance discuss the final chapter of Acts and Paul's account of continuing to proclaim the gospel and the Kingdom of God. They look at misconceptions about the church today and what can be done in response. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss the events surrounding Paul's shipwreck in Acts 27, what it looks like to seek wise counsel, and how we work towards finding joy in every moment. 

Zach, Craig, and Lance discuss how Paul handled his various trials towards the end of Acts, the example set by Paul during those trials, and how repentance and deeds go together. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss Paul's defense of his faith in Acts 22, what it means for us to defend our faith, and end the episode by sharing their own testimonies. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss the conversation that Paul had with the Ephesian elders, what can be learned from Paul's ministry in Ephesus, and what practical steps we can take to imitate it in our world today. 

Zach, Lance, and Craig discuss the unique worship service found in Acts 20 and what we can learn from it, and they also share their own experience with unique worship services. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss Paul's time in Corinth, the importance of having purposeful friendships, and how the promises of God might impact us. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss Paul's time in Athens as he preaches to a crowd of scholars and intellectuals who don't know about Jesus. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss what happened when Paul and Silas decided to worship while in prison and tell their own baptism stories. 

Craig, Lance, and Zach take a look at the story of Stephen in Acts 7, how he is described as having "grace and power", and what happens to the church following persecution. 

Zach, Lance, and Craig discuss the lessons that can be learned from the example of service and unity found in Acts 6. 

Lance, Zach, and Craig discuss the events of Acts 5 where the disciples demonstrate obedience to Jesus and experience joy in their suffering. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss the events of Ananias and Sapphira, how sin affects more than the individual, and how this story works to give us a more complete picture of who God is. 

Craig, Lance, and Zach discuss the unity of the early church in Acts and what steps we can take the emulate their lifestyle of giving. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss Peter's sermon and invitation to the crowd to repent, and also practical ways that we can invite someone to know Jesus. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss a few of the healings that took place in the New Testament and how these stories can shape how we "see" people like Jesus did. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach talk about the mixture of fear and joy experienced by the women at the empty tomb, plus what can be done as a response after hearing about the risen Messiah. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss the details of Jesus' triumphal entry, what people might have expected then, and how Jesus seems to "stir up" a crowd wherever he goes. 

Zach, Craig, and Lance discuss the events of Jesus' betrayal and arrest, and how the disciples reacted to this startling event.

Craig and Zach discuss the events of Jesus' crucifixion, how it is portrayed in Scripture, and how some of the details get lost on 21st century audiences. 

Lance, Craig, and Zach discuss Jesus' temptation in the wilderness, what we learn from it, and how we can apply Matthew 4:1-11 to our lives today.