Kirby Woods Podcast

Pastor Jared interviews Dr. Matt Akers, a professor at Mid America Baptist Theological Seminary, pastor of a Spanish speaking church, author, and Bible translator about his wide ranging work.  If you have any suggestions for future Off Script episode topics, please email them to pastor@kirbywoods.org.

Fifty days after Jesus was resurrected, the waiting ended and the Holy Spirit descended on the disciples in great power. The day of Pentecost teaches us valuable lessons about the birth of the New Testament church.  Part of our "Acts: Boldness and Power" series.  Acts 2:1-13.  Preached by Jared Kress on October 2nd, 2022. 

Pastor Jared and Aaron the Intern continue their deep dive on the survey of American beliefs and theology. To view the raw data yourself, go to https://thestateoftheology.com .

Jared and Aaron provide their reactions to a recent survey on American beliefs and theology. To view the raw data yourself, go to https://thestateoftheology.com .

The book of Acts is a powerful blend of history and instruction for us today. We see the bold The final words of Jesus before His ascension are full of promises for the church, as well as a battle plan for us to take the gospel to all nations.  Part of our "Acts: Boldness and Power" series.  Acts 1:6-11.  Preached by Jared Kress on September 18th, 2022. 

Pastor Jared and Aaron the Intern critique a recent article from Christianity Today that implores Christians to disengage from the culture wars and practice discipleship rather than seek positions of influence. Should Christians “run for school board?” Bonnie Kristian says “no.” Listen to hear Jared and Aaron’s perspective. Original Article: https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2022/august-web-onl...

The book of Acts is a powerful blend of history and instruction for us today. We see the bold witness and the spiritual power of the Apostles on display as they proclaim the risen Christ in the power of the Holy Spirit. Every church should be familiar with the Acts of the Apostles as a guide for ministry today.  Part of our "Acts: Boldness and Power" series.  Acts 1:1-5.  Preached by Jar...

Jesus cautions His followers not to adopt a judgmental attitude like the Pharisee had previously displayed. Hypocrisy and a critical spirit are dangerous to Christians and should be cast aside.  Part of our "Misunderstood" series.  Matthew 7:1-5.  Preached by Jared Kress on September 4th, 2022. 

In this often misunderstood text of Romans 13, we examine the role of government in our lives as it pertains to following God’s commands.  Part of our "Misunderstood" series.

Jeremiah provided a desperately needed correction to the mindset of Judah’s exiles in Babylon. They were believing the lies of local prosperity prophets that the captivity was ending soon, but Jeremiah knew that God had appointed 70 years of captivity before a complete restoration was to occur.  Part of our "Misunderstood" series.  Jeremiah 29:1-14.  Preached by Jared Kress on August 28t...

Pastor Jared looks at the commonly quoted verse Matthew 18:20 and its surrounding context to help understand the meaning of “Where two or three are gathered in my name, there I am with them.”  Part of our "Misunderstood" series.

We can rest in the sovereign power of God only when we understand who He is and what He has done.  Part of our "Misunderstood" series.  Psalm 46.  Preached by Jared Kress on August 21st, 2022.

Pastor Jared explains the common misunderstanding about the phrase “money is the root of all evil” from a biblical perspective.  Part of our "Misunderstood" series.

In situations where The Word of God is not being proclaimed and applied, the people will throw off all restraint and live recklessly. Do not cut yourself off from strong prophetic application of God’s Word in your life. Learn how to study God’s Word and to hear from Him so that your life doesn’t devolve into lawlessness.  Part of our "Misunderstood" series. Proverbs 29:18.  Preached by J...

Pastor Jared continues in the theme of our Misunderstood series and looks at the likely source of the phrase “God will not give you any more than you can handle” from 1 Corinthians 10:13.  Part of our "Misunderstood" series.

Paul had lived a life full of abundance and suffering, but it was the strength provided in Christ which allowed him to endure any possible situation with contentedness. May we all live a life of Christ strengthened contentedness, able to endure the highest highs and the lowest lows with faith and perseverance.  Part of our "Misunderstood" series. Philippians 4:10-13.  Preached by Jared K...

As Israel was preparing to cross into the promised land, two of its tribes made a strange request to Moses; they wanted to settle down outside the promised land. Moses is greatly concerned with the discouraging effect this would have on the other tribes. In what ways might our apathy and dedication to comfort provide a spirit of discouragement to our church family?  Part 13 of our series, "In...

Pastor Jared and Aaron the Intern discuss the modern Christian trend of looking favorably upon persecution and even longing for it. Does persecution purify the church or does it stamp out the church? 

There was yet one more great sin of Israel before they entered the Promised Land with the new generation. The men of Israel engaged in sexual sin and Baal worship with the neighboring foreign women. Only by the zeal of Phinehas was the wrath of God satisfied.  Part 12 of our series, "In The Wilderness."  Number 25.  Preached by Jared Kress on July 24th, 2022. 

What is fundamentalism? In this episode of Off Script, Pastor Jared and Aaron Russell discuss the many different aspects of the fundamentalist movement and whether is has been a positive or negative impact on the Christian church.

Judas Iscariot was someone who spent a lot of time around Jesus but didn't truly know Him. What were 3 signs that show us the true state of Judas's heart?  Part of our Sunday night Table Talk series.  Luke 22:1-6.  Preached by Aaron Russell on July 17th, 2022. 

The pagan prophet for hire, Balaam, attempts to fulfill his responsibility to both Balak and God. However, Balak’s plan utterly backfires as Balaam not only blesses Israel, but also curses Moab.  Part 11 of our series, "In The Wilderness."  Number 23 & 24.  Preached by Jared Kress on July 17th, 2022. 

Because everyone is dying of the venom of sin, they should look to Jesus so they can live eternally.  Part 10 of our series, "In The Wilderness."  Number 21:5-9.  Preached by Darin Kress on July 10th, 2022. 

Balak wanted to curse Israel, so he brought in a ringer, a prophet for hire. Balaam quickly found out that Israel was not like the other nations because its God cannot be manipulated by human divination. May we understand that God is often working for our good in the background, off scene, in ways that we will never know. Part 9 of our series, "In The Wilderness."  Number 22:1-21.  Preac...

In this episode, Pastor Jared discusses how the Old Testament gods have returned with modern day manifestations.