The Parson Preaching

In this episode, we explore Judges 6 and the call, commission, and questions of Gideon.

In this episode, we look at Judges 4 & 5 and consider God at war.

In this episode, we consider the first three Judges and God's use of the unexpected and ordinary to accomplish his purposes.

In this episode, we take a look at the second 'case study' in the final chapters of The Book of Judges. The case study reveals the depth of idolatrous sin that leads to dehumanizing indifference.

In the second episode of the Judges Series, we look at what happens when we serve ourselves as we look at a case study from Judges 17 & 18. Chaos reigns where God doesn't.

In this episode of The Book Sessions, we discuss CS Lewis' classic and prophetic work, "The Abolition of Man."

With this episode, we begin a new series from The Book of Judges. Here, we consider the "dual introductions" of Judges 1:1-3:6.

Listen in as we take a look at Psalm 120.

Listen in as Blake and I are joined by a special guest, Camden, to talk about Aldous Huxley, George Orwell and their works "Brave New World" and "1984."

Join us for this episode of Book Sessions as we discuss Flannery O'Connor and her first published novel, Wise Blood.

In this episode of Book Sessions, we discuss Leo Tolstoy's "The Death of Ivan Ilyich" and reflect on the reality of death and the Gospel.

Join me as I discuss Cormac McCarthy's epic work, "Blood Meridian," with Blake, Josh and Adam. We talk about the work, the man, and try to find Jesus!

Join me as I talk with Bishop Mark Zimmerman and discuss the Yellowstone Missionary District, ministry, books, and TikTok.

The final homily of the First Book of Homilies from the 16th century English Reformation covers the topic of strife! The source material for this episode comes from Rev. Dr. Lee Gatiss and his work "The First Book of Homilies: The Church of England's Official Sermons in Modern English," published by Church Society/Lost Coin.

Sexual Sin "is so abundantly common and has grown to such a height that among many it is counted no sin at all, but rather a pastime, a dalliance, and but a touch of youth--not rebuked but winked at, not punished but laughed at." Thomas Becon wrote these words in the 16th century, words no less relevant today than they were then! The manuscript for this episode is from the work of Rev. Dr. Lee Gat...

"And now, good people, let us all be diligent to note that it is not lawful for servants and subjects ever to resist or stand against the superior powers." Listen to this homily from the 16th century and allow it to challenge your perspective on obedience to authority. The text is taken from Rev. Dr. Lee Gatiss' work found in "The First Book of Homilies: The Church of England's Official Sermons in...

In this homily, we hear wisdom from the 16th century about the fear of death and the hope of the Gospel. The text is once again taken from Rev. Dr. Lee Gatiss' "The First Book of Homilies: The Church of England's Official Sermons in Modern English," published by Church Society/Lost Coin.

Join me for this conversation with Bishop Ryan Reed of the Diocese of Ft. Worth. We had some audio issues, but it is well worth the investment! (Tip o' the hat to Adam for his help.)

The 8th Homily from the original dozen of the English Reformation contains challenging and comforting words. The text is from Rev. Dr. Lee Gattis and his "First Book of Homilies: The Church of England's Official Sermons in Modern English," published by Church Society/Lost Coin.

Join me for a conversation with Camden as she discusses her research into MK Ultra and Mind Control. We think about Jesus also.

"For it is true (as Theophylact writes) that 'no one is less trusted than the one who swears so much.'" Enjoy this wisdom filled homily from the 16th century! The text is from "The First Book of Homilies: The Church of England's Official Sermons in Modern English," edited by Rev. Dr. Lee Gatiss and published by Church Society/Lost Coin.

"I am a pastor to the clergy, they are my congregation." Join me for this conversation with +Phil, hear some of his experiences as a lawyer, enjoy some insights into ministry, and hear about his hope and joy for the future.

"Love has two roles, the one contrary to the other, and yet both are necessary for people of different sorts and dispositions." Hear the challenge of Bishop Bonner's 16th century homily "Christian Love." The text is sourced from "The First Book of Homilies: The Church of England's Official Sermons in Modern English," edited by Rev. Dr. Lee Gatiss, published by Church Society/Lost Coin.

"Therefore...apply yourselves chiefly above all things to read and hear God's Word." This episode is a reading of Archbishop Thomas Cranmer's homily, "Faith & Good Works." I'm using the text of Rev. Dr. Lee Gattis' work, "The First Book of Homilies: The Church of England's Official Sermons in Modern English," published by Church Society/Lost Coin.

"This is true, living, and sincere Christian faith, and is not in the mouth and outward profession only, but it lives and stirs inwardly, in the heart." This is Archbishop Thomas Cranmer's homily on true faith. For this episode, I've used "The First Book of Homilies: The Church of England's Official Sermons in Modern English," edited by Rev. Dr. Lee Gatiss, published by Church Society/Lost Coin.