Life at the Corner

Today Pastor Nate is joined by Greg Wilbur in order to discuss his new book: Soli Deo Gloria: The Life & Legacy of Johann Sebastian Bach. Nate explores how Bach shaped Greg Wilbur's own understanding of the role of church musician along with some distinctives of originality, craftsmanship and the importance of having music intentionally written for the worship of the church. This conversation and...

Today on the podcast, Pastor Nate examines one of the biggest dangers in the Christian life: Spiritual sleepiness. Along the way we'll describe this hazard, look at steps to take toward Spiritual renewal, and ponder some questions for self-examination as we seek to hold fast to Christ. If you've felt yourself slowly drifting away from the Lord and becoming disinterested in the things of the Spirit...

Today Pastor Nate reflects on the ways that God pours out His grace through what we call Christian fellowship. This means of grace is more than just social time or chitchatting but is grounded in our fellowship with the Father. Ultimately, we see that our life is bound up together with God's people because we are all bound up together in Christ.

In today's episode, Pastor Nate brings his two-part series on burial and cremation to a close. With conviction and compassion, he explores a vast array of biblical examples and norms providing thoughtful guidance on this deeply personal question. 

Responding to a question that he has received many times, Pastor Nate begins a two-part series on the topic of burial, cremation, and what to do at the end of this earthly life. Before we are able to properly address the thorny practical matters of this topic, Pastor Nate begins by laying the theological foundations, drawing from Scripture as well as from the Westminster Shorter Catechism question...

How do we apply our faith as we engage with news and ideas of all kinds? Pastor Nate seeks to do that today as he finds himself at the intersection of life and faith. Listen in as he briefly reflects on three very different subjects: the passing of Lou Holtz, the practice of reading, and the proposed genetic causes of sin.

This week, Pastor Nate speaks to the spiritual discipline of journaling and how it has benefited him in his spiritual life. We get into seven reasons that journaling can be an effective tool for communing with the Lord and deepening your own prayer and bible reading.

How does God use suffering in our lives? How do we make sense of the ups and downs in our own trials? Today Pastor Nate interviews Jason Helopoulos, a member of his "band of brothers." Join us as they explore those very questions and how Rev. Helopoulos' has answered them in his battle with cancer.   Show Notes: Jason Helopoulos is a pastor of University Reformed Church Ben Sasse's letter   Christ...

In our first episode of 2026, Nate reflects on five of his favorite Christian literature/theology reads from last year.   Recommended books: Who Shall Ascend the Mountain of the Lord by Dr. Michael Morales The Lord of Psalm 23 by David Gibson One With the Lord by Sam Allbery Grounded in Heaven by Michael Allen The Mystery of God's Providence by John Flavel   Other books mentioned: The Whole Christ...

Today, Pastor Nate goes to the mail bag and answers a question from a listener about church discipline. In today's episode, you'll learn what church discipline is, how it works, and why it's important. 

Pastor Nate meditates on the history of Psalm 136 and its use by the people of Israel all the way up through the night of Jesus' capture and interrogation.

In light of the anniversary of the Protestant Reformation, Pastor Nate takes time to explore lessons from the history of the Reformation, focusing especially on the man God used to spark the Reformation, Martin Luther.   

Today, Pastor Nate finishes this short series on friendship, speaking on the characteristics of true friendship and how it surpasses mere companionship.

Today, Pastor Nate distinguishes between companionship and friendship and talks about the necessity of having real friends. Having many acquaintances doesn't necessarily mean you have the kind of deep friendship that the Bible recommends so highly. Join us for Part 1 of this two-part series on friendship.

Today, Pastor Nate shares some of the history of this incredible pioneer missionary to the Native Americans in the 18 th century.

In light of Erika Kirk's recent expression of forgiveness at Charlie Kirk's Memorial Service, Pastor Nate takes time on today's podcast to explore the nature of true forgiveness. He also wrestles with hard questions like, "Are we obligated in every circumstance to forgive those who have sinned against us?" and "Does forgiveness wipe out all the consequences for our sin?"  If you want to read on th...

Pastor Nate examines the apostle Paul's prayer in Philippians 1:9-11. Why does Paul ask God for love primarily and put "knowledge" and "discernment" as almost secondary requests? What is the significance of growing in love? Join us today for this reflection on the nature of love and the Christian life.  

Pastor Nate returns to examine the New Testament evidence in favor of infant baptism and to answer a few common Baptist critiques. If you have not listened to Part 1, we highly recommend listening to it first as the argument in this episode depends on the foundation laid in the prior one.

In response to many queries, Pastor Nate embarks on a two part series on infant baptism. Today, he begins the journey by explaining the Old Testament covenantal background for the practice of infant baptism.  

Have you ever been hurt in the church? Today, Megan Hill joins Pastor Nate on the podcast to talk about how to respond to church hurt.   Megan Hill is a pastor's daughter and a pastor's wife. She is the managing editor for The Gospel Coalition and a prolific author. In this episode, she and Nate talk about her book, Sighing on Sunday: 40 Meditations for When Church Hurts .

Today, Pastor Nate talks about what it means to be a prophet, priest, and king for your household. If you have questions about how to lead and guide your family, today's episode is for you. Pastor Nate references Joel Beeke's book, How to Lead Your Family: A Guide for Men Wanting to be More . You can find it on Amazon.

Welcome to Season 3! We are thrilled to be back with you again. Today, Pastor Nate takes us on a whirlwind tour of highlights from season's two topics and hits a few of the books he dipped into over the summer.    He referenced: Scrolling Ourselves to Death: Reclaiming Life in a Digital Age by Brett McCracken and Ivan Mesa. Five Pioneer Missionaries The Last Green Valley: A Novel by Mark Sullivan...

Today Pastor Nate speaks about the heavenly adoption: how God turned his enemies into his children.

Today, Pastor Nate invites Greg Wilbur, Chief Musician and Worship Director at Cornerstone Presbyterian Church, to sit down to talk about the arts. They consider how God's character and creation work together, how to categorize 'good art,' and how the Bible aids Christians in thinking through matters of beauty and art in various forms.   A few books mentioned in today's episode: Francis  Schaeffer...

Today, Pastor Nate discusses the most hotly debated phrase in the Apostle's Creed, "He descended into hell." Bringing history, the Bible, and hermenutics together, Pastor Nate sheds light on this throny issue.