Fellow Heirs

Recorded live at Christ the Word’s family camping trip, Isaac and Nick sit down with five men for quick, honest conversations about evangelism — covering fear, gratitude, apologetics, and what it actually looks like to talk about Jesus in everyday life. Contact us here: fellowheirspod@gmail.com Come to church! Info here: christtheword.com Thank you for listening. 

Toledo is known for brain drain — young people leaving for somewhere better. Noah Wing is betting on the ones who stay. He joins Nick, Isaac, and Caleb to talk about a new project aimed at giving those people, especially young men, a place to slow down, read hard things, and figure out what God actually wants them to build with their lives. Links to what Noah’s been building: ionastudycenter.org h...

This week on the show, Nick and Isaac sit down with Wesley Townsend to hear how God pursued him through years of drifting. Wesley shares about growing up in Maumee, two attempts at Army Ranger selection, cooking for Green Berets in Africa, and the loss of a close friend that cracked something open in him. He also tells the unlikely story of how a traffic stop in Toledo led him to Christ the Word....

This week's episode is from our most recent men's breakfast here at Christ the Word Church. In this talk, church elder Jordan Daugherty addresses a challenge everyone faces: emotions. In a culture that encourages us to follow our feelings, Jordan explains how Scripture calls us to something different. Looking at emotions such as anger, fear, jealousy, lust, discouragement, and anxiety, he shows ho...

What is worship, and why does it matter? In this episode, we sit down with our senior pastor, Nathan Bayly, to discuss what worship truly is, how Christians are called to worship God, and why worship is about far more than music. Join us as we explore what Scripture teaches about honoring God with our lives, both on Sunday and throughout the week. Link to website mentioned: https://frame-poythress...

This week on Fellow Heirs, we sit down with a young man from our church to hear his testimony of growing up in Honduras. Raised in a close Christian family, he also witnessed the reality of gang violence and loss in his community, including the death of members from his church. In this episode, he shares about coming to the United States for school, adjusting to a new life and culture, and how the...

We’re back with Part Two of our conversation with a CPA and a software engineer from our church on the topic of artificial intelligence. If you haven’t listened to Part One yet, start there — this picks up right where we left off. The discussion goes deeper as we continue to explore how AI is reshaping their work, the opportunities it presents, and what it means to navigate all of this as a Christ...

In this episode, Nick and Isaac sit down with two men from Christ the Word Church  — a CPA and a software engineer — for a wide-ranging conversation about artificial intelligence and how it’s changing the way they work. From accounting to coding, they share firsthand experiences, practical insights, and some thought-provoking perspectives on where this technology is headed. This conversation was s...

In this episode, we sit down with Pastor Jake Long to talk about conspiracy theories! What they are, why they’re so compelling, and how Christians should think about them. After walking through some of the most well-known conspiracies, we turn to the heart of the issue: a growing distrust of authority and a desire to be “in the know.” But beneath that, we ask a deeper question: what does this reve...

Former senior pastor David Bayly joins us to reflect on the U.S.-Israel war with Iran — its causes, its consequences, and what Christians should be thinking and praying in times like these. Previous episode with David mentioned: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4RUeB19FYOCiU1xPpsQDrx?si=6XCk-1YuQfqmuLg6oC8fPQ Apple:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fellow-heirs/id1714903585?i=100072...

Back in the basement for Part 2 of our Basement Recordings . A large group of guys sit down and talk through Hills Like White Elephants by Ernest Hemingway—a story where everything important is happening beneath the surface. We wrestle with what’s really going on and why it matters. Link to the short story: https://www.rvclibrary.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/May-Short-Stories.pdf Visual of the s...

Gambling is everywhere and growing fast. You can bet on almost anything now, even real-world events. What’s happening, and how should Christians think about it? Podcast mentioned (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/episode/0KJxKzB1XUckU4ZFs3nUqC?si=SLeCmpWcSWOsMXPfy8XcgA Apple link: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-casino-ification-of-america/id1594471023?i=1000756308810 Atlantic article:...

This week’s Lit Hour is a packed one! Twelve guys in a basement talking through the short story Araby by James Joyce. You need not to have read the story to hear this episode, although it is helpful to read it yourself.  In this episode, we discuss topics such as childhood crushes and the importance of fiction. A big goal with Lit Hour is to use good literature to push us toward truth. We hope you...

In this episode, we sit down with one of the pastors here at CTW to talk about the true meaning of Easter; not just as a holiday, but as the foundation of the Christian faith. We walk through the story from Maundy Thursday to Good Friday to Resurrection Sunday, and discuss why the resurrection of Jesus Christ changes everything. What do people often misunderstand about Easter? Why is the resurrect...

What started as a life around church turned into a season of wandering. But by God’s grace, Greg Moore was brought to true repentance and faith. Now, he has a deep love for theology, the truths of Reformed doctrine, and living out his faith in both the church and the public square. Greg’s podcast (Spotify): https://open.spotify.com/show/71sWBtxe3dZ9M4CwDWvYuf?si=zU8NCIleRySe6Z1ht6tJ-Q Apple: https...

How do you honor God with your money? Dominic and Kevin join us to talk about generosity, fighting financial worry, and learning to hold money with open hands. A practical, convicting conversation on trusting God with what you’ve been given.

What comes to mind when you hear the term “brainwashing”? Many think of manipulation and control, but what if it actually meant cleansing the mind? In a culture filled with spiritual and satanic pollution, Christians must intentionally renew their minds with truth. Join us as we explore what it really means to be “brainwashed” as followers of Christ. This episode is a talk that was given at our mo...

Sam Crisenbery was the typical college guy—sports, parties, and the occasional church visit to keep up appearances. But underneath, he was drowning. He joins us in this episode to share his raw, honest story of hitting rock bottom and how God made Himself known to Sam. If you’ve ever felt like you’re "too far gone" or struggling to find your place in the church, Sam’s story is the encouragement yo...

In this episode we hear how Lucas Wilson got saved, how he went from engaged to married in 10 days, and how God worked in his life in many other ways. We are grateful for the time he gave us to discuss God’s goodness. The Sunday school series Lucas referenced can be found here (they are the episodes titled “The Fruitful Home”): https://open.spotify.com/episode/6uJxZxvokjDtR1JWt0WA8e?si=_hQu5mlETN6...

As Christians, should we be using AI for emotional support?  In this episode, we’re joined by clinical psychologist Jason Brouwer to discuss the implications of using AI for mental health and therapy, among various other topics of conversation.  Books mentioned: - Amusing Ourselves to Death: Public Discourse in the Age of Show Business by Neil Postman - The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt Art...

Video games are a normal part of modern life. But can Christians partake, or should they? In this episode, we sat down with one of our church staff members to ask whether Christians and video games can truly coexist, examining issues of time, self-control, distraction, and godliness through a biblical lens.

We are BACK for Season 3 of Fellow Heirs!  Pastor David Bayly joins us on this episode to discuss the recent ICE incidents and the importance of how God works through the Church.  Passages mentioned by David: “You shall not hand over to his master a slave who has escaped from his master to you. He shall live with you in your midst, in the place which he shall choose in one of your towns where it p...

In this episode, Isaac sits down with church elder Josh DeSonne to talk about the importance of Christmas. Then, a Christmas short story.  Have a thought, idea, or criticism? Email us at fellowheirspod@gmail.com Thank you for listening, and Merry Christmas!

In this second episode of a two-part series, we talk about how God provided a building of our own and how He used seasons of change to refine and grow the body. We reflect on people leaving, new members joining, the development of our worship over the years, and the importance of biblical eldership in shaping the life and future of Christ the Word Church. Brochure mentioned: https://drive.google.c...

Fellow Heirs was created here at Christ the Word Church, but how did the church begin? What events and decisions, both seen and unseen, led us to where we are today?  In this first episode of a two-part series, we sit down with our former senior pastor David Bayly and current elder Matt Miklovic to recount the story of Christ the Word Church; how it came to exist, the convictions that shaped its f...