Converge Podcast

In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate run headlong into the intersection of doctrine and politics. They tackle the Virginia race for Lieutenant Governor. Should a Christian vote for a gay GOP candidate to prevent the Progressive agenda? The answer will be addressed head-on with several reasons for not supporting the GOP nominee. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. W...

Our primary commitment is helping the people of Village Church grow and mature as disciples of Jesus. In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate discuss a wide range of issues related to discipleship and growth. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture. Join us as we di...

In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate answer questions from the church related to politics, Christianity, and the upcoming national election. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture. Join us as we discuss where the mission of God and the doctrine of God converge,...

In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate discuss political polarization in America, and the church’s response. It is not the time for pastors to call for fake unity with forces that seek to destroy our way of life. Scripture is clear that Christians should seek a quiet and peaceful life, and that means opposing those who would prevent that. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Chur...

In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate share their thoughts about recent developments in the SBC at the convention and their posture going forward as they fight for reform in the SBC. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture. Join us as we discuss where the mission...

In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate share their thoughts about recent developments in the SBC and the upcoming convention in Indianapolis. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture. Join us as we discuss where the mission of God and the doctrine of God converge, a...

In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate talk about the vision of Village Church and the big-picture things we want to be known for as a local church. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture. Join us as we discuss where the mission of God and the doctrine of God conv...

In Part 2 of this 2-part episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate discuss what it looks like to have real Christian hope in a world that is increasingly chaotic and foolish. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture. Join us as we discuss where the mission of God and the doctr...

In Part 1 of this 2-part episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate discuss what it looks like to have real Christian hope in a world that is increasingly chaotic and foolish. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture. Join us as we discuss where the mission of God and the doctr...

Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate share updates from the recent SBC convention, and give their thoughts about the state and direction of the SBC. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture. Join us as we discuss where the mission of God and the doctrine of God converge, as we liv...

In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate continue to discuss the need to use different tones for different types of people, in different situations. Sheep, wolves, and fools must each be identified and treated appropriately. The tone police are most triggered. ********* "Sheep, Wolves, and Fools" by James Wood - https://americanreformer.org/2022/10/sheep-wolves-and-fools/ *********...

In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate discuss the need to use different tones for different types of people, in different situations. Sheep, wolves, and fools must each be identified and treated appropriately. The tone police are most triggered. ********* "Sheep, Wolves, and Fools" by James Wood - https://americanreformer.org/2022/10/sheep-wolves-and-fools/ ********* This podcast...

 In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate discuss ways in which unrealistic expectations can sabotage our spiritual life and growth. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture. Join us as we discuss where the mission of God and the doctrine of God converge, as we live f...

 In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate discuss ways in which unrealistic expectations can sabotage our spiritual life and growth. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture. Join us as we discuss where the mission of God and the doctrine of God converge, as we live f...

In the last of a 3-part series, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate give various updates on the state of our local church here in Midlothian. Then they use this as a reference point to discuss the state of national issues for the evangelical Church as a whole. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a p...

In the second of a 3-part series, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate give various updates on the state of our local church here in Midlothian. Then they use this as a reference point to discuss the state of national issues for the evangelical Church as a whole. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a...

In this first of a 3-part series, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate give various updates on the state of our local church here in Midlothian. Then they use this as a reference point to discuss the state of national issues for the evangelical Church as a whole. ********* This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a...

In this episode, we respond to a recent online kerfuffle regarding gay marriage. Topics include bigotry, judging salvation, theology of sin, easy believism, political theology, and compromise with the culture.   *********   This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture.  J...

In this episode, we discuss how Christian morality, informed by Scripture, applies to non-Christians. This issue has implications for our understanding and presentation of the Gospel. It also affects how Christians view their societal influence.    *********   This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian...

In this episode, we talk about the idea of forming a culture in the church worth offering to a hurting world. A healthy church both attracts people in and sends them out on mission. A healthy church has a shallow end of the pool and a deep end of the pool. Converge is all about the intersection of doctrine and mission.

In this episode, we offer some pastoral thoughts about why transgenderism is being promoted in our culture, and how the church should view this phenomenon.    This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture.  Join us as we discuss where the mission of God and the doctrine of...

We've covered many heavy cultural topics in this season of the Converge Podcast. In this episode, we discuss practical steps each of us can take to build robust Christian culture this summer and beyond. *********   This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture.  Join us as we d...

In this episode we discuss the recent Supreme Court leak that could overturn Roe v Wade. Why have some evangelical leaders been hesitant to praise this development, and how should the church think about this issue? *********   This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview in a post-Christian culture. &nbs...

In this episode we discuss a theology of singleness, looking at 1 Corinthians 7. Topics include the gift of celibacy as opposed to singleness, how to approach unwanted singleness, and the role of the church in encouraging the pursuit of marriage. *********   This podcast is a ministry of Village Church RVA. We use Scripture to talk about what it looks like to have a Christian worldview i...

In this episode, Pastor Steve and Pastor Nate do a deep dive on the topic of evolution. How should Christians think with nuance and winsomeness about this complicated topic? What are the range of Christian views, and how can Darwinism fit into the framework of a Christian worldview? These questions and much, much more are addressed in this special edition of the Converge Podcast.