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In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin talk about mourning. We live in a culture that doesn't like to mourn all that much. Even as Christians, we're often tempted to shorten the mourning process, or think that to be a Christian means we have to be "good" and "happy" all the time. But, Jesus says in the beatitudes, "Blessed are those who mourn, for they shal...

In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin talk about how music can be a spiritual discipline. Music is all around us all the time. Are we being attentive to the messaging in the music or how it makes us feel?  Ultimately, music is a gift from God to learn his Word and to respond to him in thanks and praise. How is music playing a role in your life to help you grow in your faith and deepen your...

In this week's episode Aaron and Marcus talk about the importance of memorizing portions of the Bible. Why would we want to do this in an age where we can simply access any information we want at the push of a button? Is there still merit to memorization in a world like this?  We think so.  We'll share with you some of our stories with memorization and some helpful tools that we've...

In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin discuss generosity. It seems most people consider themselves to be generous people. But, how do they demonstrate it and what does generosity look like from a Biblical perspective? In this conversation, Aaron and Kevin share their own experiences and and stories of how they've grown in their own generosity.  We hope you enjoy it!

In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin talk about fasting. Maybe you've heard about this concept before, but do you know why anyone would want to fast? What does intentionally abstaining from food have anything to do with our spiritual life and growth in relationship with God?  Listen to this conversation because Aaron and Kevin both admit they don't have much experience fasting, b...

In this week's episode, Aaron and Marcus discuss prayer. They share different examples of how they pray on a daily basis and how they teach prayer to others.  Most likely, you've spent time in prayer during your lifetime, but what sort of form(s) has it taken. Perhaps you'll hear something new in this conversation and be able to implement it in your life, or give it as advice to som...

On this week's episode Aaron and Kevin talk about Bible reading. How do we get into God's Word and why would we want to do this as Christians? They talk about their own struggles trying to get God's Word into their daily lives, but also talk about practical tips about how do to it and why we would want to. They share the joys and benefits that come with regularly and intentionally e...

We know you've all got ideas about Heaven. But, where did you get them from? The Bible? Or... your favorite book or tv show about Heaven?  What you believe about Heaven affects your life today. At least... it should!  In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin get into all of the reasons having a Biblical understanding of the end affects everything about the way we live life now!  We hope y...

What's your story? Have you ever asked or been asked that question? How'd you respond? Or, were you caught off guard?  We all have a story to tell. And, hopefully, we can tell our story as part of God's overarching story of salvation.  Listen to Aaron and Kevin talk about stories, and how we can practice learning our own story in light of the Bible.

In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin discuss the mission of the church. How can we, simply and practically carry the name of Jesus to people and places who have never heard?  The guys talk about their own experiences struggling to know how or when to talk about Jesus, but they also share how having a deepened relationship with Jesus makes it easier to share his name.  We hope you enjoy it!

We're back! After a little hiatus in April, Aaron and Kevin are back on the brown couch with a conversation about the early church. What can we learn from the way that the apostles suffered for the sake of the Gospel?  Since it's been a little while since we had a podcast episode, Kevin also gives us a little update on the new baby in his family and Aaron and Kevin spend some time ponder...

We're taking a short break for Conversate during the month of April. We'll be back with fresh episodes each week starting the first week of May! See you then! 

In this week’s episode, Aaron and Kevin, engage in a conversation about the Parable of the Prodigal Son and what it tells us about evangelism, reaching out to those who are lost, but also the father’s welcome for us into his loving arms. In this conversation, they get real practical about how to go about having evangelistic conversations and seeking after those are lost. So, if you’re wondering ab...

In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin discuss the beginning of Jesus' ministry and how unconventional (according to worldly standards) it was. From the calling of a rag-tag bunch of disciples, to his ministry with Samaritans, his welcoming of women, and the sending of the Holy Spirit.  So, what about us? Is Jesus still at work now in our lives? How?  We discuss this and so much more -...

In this week's episode, special guest Jaime Schuldt (director of Saints P&P's Early Learning Center) joins Pastor Kevin for a discussion about "pondering."  In Luke 2, we hear twice that Mary "treasured up" moments with Jesus "in her heart." She pondered them. There are all sorts of moments we experience in life - moments where Jesus may be present (He i...

In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin discuss time. Time is an interesting thing. We are all bound by time as we live here on this earth. But, God is not bound by time because God created time. He doesn't have to play by its rules.  But, God is involved in time. God has us alive for such a time as this. So, how do we align ourselves to God's timing of things? Or, how can we pay at...

In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin talk about what it's like when reality doesn't match our expectations. There are so many real world examples where this happens and the guys share some personal stories.  But where is God in all of it? When things just aren't working out the way that we hoped or desired, what can we do to find contentment?  All this and more in this week&...

In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin talk about the Book of Daniel. In Daniel, we encounter Daniel and his 3 friends who remain faithful to God in spite of what the world throws at them. This conversation leads Aaron and Kevin to talk about identity, what it means to be a child of God, and how to be aware about whether we are paying attention to Jesus' truth, or the devil's lies....

In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin sit down to talk about humility. There are many episodes in life, challenging as they might be, where God can bring us to a place of humility and dependence on Him.  Aaron and Kevin talk about the realities of how difficult it can be to be vulnerable, humble, and dependent on other people. But, through practical examples in this conversation, they help...

In this week's episode, Aaron is back to join Kevin in a conversation about identity. As Aaron had been out sick for a few weeks, he shares a bit about what that was like and how he is doing. Kevin talks about Hezekiah and the identity that he has as a child of God. And finally, we tell a story about a local man who was without any idea of his identity at all, but is now finding it once again...

Live and let live! Worship what you want to worship. There is no "one right way." All paths are equally valid. These are statements of a pluralistic and "tolerant" society. And these statements are revered as "Truth" in America today. People squirm (at best) when someone claims religious authority, and condemn and crucify (at worst) those who claim it. But once came a...

In this week's episode, Kevin and Marcus talk about the "Groundhog Day" effect. You know - that Bill Murray movie, where every day is the same. Sometimes, following The Story of the Israelites feels that way. Golden calves...again? Really?  Sometimes are lives feel that way too. I'm experiencing this again? Really? This conversation takes it lead from a sermon preached 5 years...

In this week's episode, Pastor Kevin sits down with Don Kuiper - facilities manager of Saints Peter & Paul - to have a conversation about God's Kingdom. In Mark, chapter 10, Jesus speaks about God's Kingdom and how it comes to children and even comes like a child. What does that mean? Kevin & Don dive in and explore how God's Kingdom is childlike. We hope you enjoy it!

In this week's episode, Aaron and Kevin are both back once again as we hop back in to studying The Story. This conversation follows up with Saints Peter and Paul's Sunday worship from January 9th, 2021 where Pastor Kevin preached about Solomon and the wisdom that God had given him.  Is it possible for us to live lives with wisdom just like Solomon? How do we attain such wisdom? Listen to...