Every Moment His - Holy Cross Kearney

We end our "Rooted" sermon series with a CoronaVirus joke and Covid-19 counseling session, and a discussion of the hidden nature of the Kingdom of heaven as told by Jesus in the "leftover parables" of Matthew 13. Matthew 13:31–35, 44-45 The Mustard Seed and the Leaven [31] He put another parable before them, saying, “The kingdom of heaven is like a grain of mustard seed that a man took and so...

Pastor John is joined by Pastor Quintin Cundiff of Trinity Lutheran in Amherst as they discuss the uncomfortable words of Jesus in the parables of the weeds and the net regarding "the fiery furnace" and "weeping and gnashing of teeth" (Matthew 13:42, 50). They discuss the biblical doctrine of hell, what it is, why we're uncomfortable with it, why people go there, and how we escape it. Sorry, no da...

Pastor Rob Kuefner from Trinity Lutheran Church in Lexington joins Pastor John as they discuss why Jesus spoke in confusing parables. Hint: it's probably not why you think! To top off a great discussion, Pastor Rob lives up to his reputation as a five-star teller of dad jokes. Groans and knee slaps follow.

Pastor John and Pastor Tim discuss the very real threat of making Jesus into our own image and using him for our own ends.   Dogma, Buddy christ, surprise dad jokes, and the many versions of Jesus you will encounter in 2020.   Text: Matthew 11:20-30 Woe to Unrepentant Cities 20  Then he began to denounce the cities where most of his mighty works had been done, because they did...

Pastor Tim is joined by Pastor James Deloach from Zion in Kearney, NE to discuss some difficult teachings by Jesus on divisions within families.  A few new jokes, common pitfalls in faith and family, and the surprising encouragement that Jesus gives to those who lose family relationships for the sake of His Gospel.   Text:  Not Peace, but a Sword 34  r “Do not think that I have...

 Pastor Tim tells a Dad Joke that fails to impress Pastor John. Discussed in this podcast: Planting trees in 60mph winds, fainting goats, self-salvation treadmills, cultural Christianity, and the reality of suffering as a Christian.   Based on the sermon from June 21, 2020  Matthew 10:16–33 Persecution Will Come [16] “Behold, I am sending you out as sheep in the midst of wolves, so...

Is it really necessary to have a pastor and a church community?  Or is that just a man made institution?  PJR and PTB discuss if Hallmark should start a new line of sympathy cards that say "from the bottom of my kidneys",  doctrinal unicorns that come into the church, and why church-hopping is a serious spiritual threat to modern people.   Bible Reference:  Ephesians 4

In this conversation PJR and PTB sit down with Gerard Bolling, a black pastor serving a Bethlehem Lutheran Church in St. Louis Missouri,  about race relationships inside and outside the church in the wake of the George Floyd murder and the subsequent civil unrest that has followed.   We talk candidly about his experiences growing up and ministering to his church, and ask clarifying...

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Does the abuse of authority, such as police brutality, clergy sexual abuse scandals, and neglectful parents give us permission to reject police, pastors, and parents? Also discussed: Pinky and the Brain, Ren and Stimpy, Pokemon, and other menaces to parental authority.  

In this episode, Pastor John and Pastor Tim don't arrive at a title for the podcast until the very end. Alongside discussing how our view of God and ourselves influences how we approach Jesus, they also delve into the joys of living in Nebraska, wrestle with the exact words of a Bon Jovi song.  

Why do children's bibles portray Noah's Ark as a fun fairy tale?  What is the meaning of Jesus' words in Luke 12 that once a demon has been removed it may return with seven others?  

What's priority? Health concerns or Economic concerns?  How can the Church remain united during these high-stress moments?  How can the Church avoid the left/right polarity that our culture is captive to?  PRJ and PTB discuss how the Ascension of Jesus and His prayer for unity shape our lives toward unity.   Bonus questions: "How do I know if I have forgiven someone?" and "What...

In Part 2 of our conversation about avoiding division during the Covid-19 crisis, PTB and PJR discuss the absolute captivity of the hearts of many to the political affiliations and how as Christians and how those toxic views can break into the Church.  The ascension of Jesus gives us a kingdom that transcends earthly (and temporary) kingdoms and therefore gives us a way to avoid getting sucke...

PJR + PTB muse about why Jesus would grant demons the permission to enter a herd of pigs.  Text is Below: Mark 5:1–20 Jesus Heals a Man with a Demon [1] They came to the other side of the sea, to the country of the Gerasenes. [2] And when Jesus had stepped out of the boat, immediately there met him out of the tombs a man with an unclean spirit. [3] He lived among the tombs. And no one could b...

Pastor John and Pastor Tim discuss John 14. Dad jokes, Napoleon Dynamite quotes, Misconceptions about the Holy Spirit, the presence of Jesus.  

In this episode, Pastor Tim and Pastor John discuss how having a false expectation of what Jesus is offering can lead to disillusionment and a dying faith.  Conversely, understanding and trusting what Jesus is ACTUALLY promising gives us a treasure that cannot be taken from us, something that will bolster us through any crisis. Listen to the sermon HERE   Text discussed:   John 14:1...

Pastor John and Pastor Tim grapple with the calling to suffer with the Good Shepherd as He leads us to abundant life.   Listen to the sermon HERE 1 Peter 2:19-25 19  For this is a gracious thing, when, mindful of God, one endures sorrows while suffering unjustly. 20  For what credit is it if, when you sin and are beaten for it, you endure? But if when you do good and suffer for it y...