The Pastoral Associates

Why is teaching so important in children’s ministry? In Episode 2 of Seriously Nikki , Chapin Baptist Children’s Director Nikki Handeland talks about the vital role biblical teaching plays in ministering to children. Children’s ministry is about much more than keeping kids entertained—it’s an opportunity to faithfully teach God’s Word and help build a biblical foundation that can shape them for ye...

In The Fold Episode 3: Baptism discussed by Pastor Michael, Matt, and Kyle

What does the Bible actually say about church? In this episode of The Pastoral Associates , we continue our series, Things We Believe That Are Not in the Bible , by tackling some common assumptions Christians make about the church. Does going to church make you a Christian? Can you follow Jesus without being connected to a local church? Is the church a building? Is worship just the music? Is minis...

In this episode Pastor Michael, Matt and Kyle talk about various matters on church membership and why it is important. We talk about... Its source in Scripture Expectations of a member Membership in connection with the person of Jesus Christ Membership process at Chapin Baptist Values, Doctrines and Beliefs as a member of Chapin Baptist plus more!

In this episode of In The Fold our pastors Michael Hull, Matt Pressley, and Kyle Huntsinger talk about corporate worship. They discuss it's importance as God's idea and why we as members of Chapin Baptist Church gather.

When you hear the word “worship,” what comes to mind? The worship band? Singing? The music portion of a Sunday service? In this episode of The Pastoral Associates , we continue our series, “Things We Believe That Are Not in the Bible,” by examining the common idea that “worship is the music portion of the worship service.” Singing is certainly an important and biblical expression of worship—but bi...

Welcome to Nikki Handeland's new podcast called Seriously Nikki on the Chapin Baptist Podcast Network! She is our Children's Director at Chapin Baptist and is talking today about how to invest in children's ministry.

We’ve seen the cartoons: Satan with horns, a pitchfork, surrounded by flames and ruling over hell. But is “Satan is the ruler of hell” actually what the Bible teaches? In this episode of The Pastoral Associates , we continue our “Things We Believe That Are Not in the Bible” series by separating the biblical Satan from the version we’ve inherited from movies, cartoons, music, and popular culture. W...

We’ve all heard it said: “When someone dies, God needed another angel.” But is that actually what the Bible teaches? In this episode of The Pastoral Associates , we continue our “Things We Believe That Are Not in the Bible” series by looking at what Scripture really says about angels, humanity, death, and the hope of resurrection . We’ll discuss why humans don’t become angels when they die, what m...

In this episode of The Pastoral Associates , we continue our series “Things We Believe That Are Not in the Bible” by tackling the popular advice: “Follow your heart.” Is your heart really a trustworthy guide? We look at what Scripture says about our desires, why our hearts can deceive us, and why the answer isn’t simply trying harder to change them. The good news is that God doesn’t tell us to fol...

We’ve all heard it: “God won’t give you more than you can handle.” It sounds encouraging—but is it actually biblical? In this episode of The Pastoral Associates , we continue our series “Things We Believe That Are Not in the Bible” by examining this popular phrase. We discuss how 1 Corinthians 10:13 is often taken out of context, look at biblical examples of people who were completely overwhelmed,...

What brings true value inside the Dean Smith Center and the UNC Basketball program? Find out in this episode!

“God Helps Those Who Help Themselves” — Is That Actually Biblical? It sounds wise. It sounds responsible. It even sounds biblical—but is it? In this episode of The Pastoral Associates , we tackle the popular phrase, “God helps those who help themselves.” We discuss how our culture of independence, fear of appearing needy, and transactional view of God can convince us that we simply need God to sup...

Many Christians have unknowingly embraced the idea that if they're truly following God's will, life should become easier, smoother, and more comfortable. But is that actually what Scripture teaches? In this episode of the Pastoral Associates Podcast , we examine one of the most common misconceptions in the church. We discuss how verses like Romans 8:28 are often misunderstood, why many tes...

Matt and Kyle tackle the question from the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 Catechism: To whom is God fatherly in attitude? Then discuss the answer: God is fatherly in His attitude toward all humans.

Matt and Kyle tackle the question from the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 Catechism: To whom is God the Father? Then discuss the answer: God is Father in truth to those who become children of God through faith in Jesus Christ.

Matt and Kyle tackle the question from the Baptist Faith and Message 2000 Catechism: How wise is God the Father? Then discuss the answer: God the Father is all wise.

Matt and Kyle discuss the question from the Baptism Faith and Message 2000 Catechism on How loving is God the Father? They explore the answer that God the Father is all loving.

Matt and Kyle discuss the question from the Baptism Faith and Message 2000 Catechism on How knowing is God the Father? They explore the answer that God the Father is all knowing.

Matt and Kyle discuss the BFM Summer Series Question of: How powerful is God the Father? They explain the answer is God the Father is all powerful.

Matt and Kyle continue through the Baptism Faith and Message 2000 Catechism by answering the question: According to what purposes does God the Father reign? God the Father reigns according to the purposes of His grace.

Matt and Kyle discuss the question from the BFM 2000 Catechism- "Over what does God the Father reign?" The will flesh out implications from the answer- God the Father reigns over His universe, His creatures, and the flow of the stream of human history.

Matt and Kyle discuss the question from the Baptism Faith and Message 2000 Catechism on How does God reign? They explore the answer that God as Father reigns with providential care.

In Episode 80 of The P.A. Podcast , Kyle Huntsinger and Matt Pressley tackle two deeply practical and culturally relevant questions flowing from Commandments 5 and 7 in Exodus. What does it mean to honor and obey your parents when they are wrong, difficult, or even spiritually inconsistent? How do Christians balance respect, wisdom, and faithfulness to God in family relationships? They also dive i...

In this episode of The Pastoral Associates Podcast , Matt Pressley and Kyle Huntsinger dive into a mix of engaging conversation and biblical insight. They answer thoughtful questions submitted by a listener, offering practical wisdom and pastoral encouragement for everyday life and ministry. Then, things take a fun turn as they each share their Top 5 Favorite Snacks —you may agree… or strongly dis...