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David's got momentum. What else is there for a king to do than build a temple for his God? But what did God want? When you're fortunate in the receipt of God's gifts, is there a danger of getting "carried away" with success? Podcast panel is Robert Cocheu ("The Professor"). Kyle Trahan ("The Deacon") and Steve Titch ("The Gambler") hosting. Visit us at www.man-upspiritualoasis,com. Find us on iTun...

Study of 2 Samuel 6. A story of David with multiple "Man" lesson's "Man Up" Panel discuss. Panel consists of: Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar Land Baptist Church, Sugar Land, Texas, USA itunes, twitter, facebook and youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about...

David is anointed king of Israel and unites the kingdom. We contrast the anointing of David with Saul's back in 1 Samuel 10. While David was a man "after God's heart," does a position of authority only reinforce human fallibilities of entitlement and ego? As men and leaders, are we especially susceptible? Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Prof...

We start our study of 2 Samuel as David gets news of the death of Saul, who, out of jealousy and insecurity, had kept David on the run for years. Yet David resists the urge to celebrate the demise of his nemesis. We look at David's grief and graceful lamentation and how, as men, we can apply it to our routine experience of office politics and bad bosses. Our panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Att...

A blind man touches off a discussion on whose sin is to blame. After Jesus heals him, it provokes an argument about performing miracles on the Sabbath. We look at the "generation gap" between authorities who are invested in the status quo and younger, more passionate believers, and we each discuss our own spiritual blindspots. Our panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert...

On location @ Minuti Coffee in Sugar Land, TX. "Eat my flesh and drink my blood"? It sounded just as jarring to 1st Century listeners as it does to us today. We approach this difficult teaching--which undergirds the concept of the Eucharist--head on and look at how it applied to our faith. Our panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Ste...

Continuing our study of John. Peter denied Christ 3 times. He now gets a chance to return to the Lord for forgiveness and reconciliation. We look at the lessons this post-Resurrection story have for our ongoing relationship with God and the significance of Jesus' command, "Feed my sheep." Our panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Stev...

We look at the Easter story from John and both the practical and cosmic significance of the Jesus' resurrection to our lives. We also go back to Holy Week and look at what motivations Judas may have had. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon") and Bill Cox, Salesm...

What did Jesus "finish" on the cross? In our 100th podcast, we look at John's telling of the Passion of Christ, why these few hours some 2000 years ago may have been the most important in human history, and the significance for us as men today. We also mark this podcast milestone by looking back at our hits and misses. Panel consists of Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Train...

We dive into the mystery of the Holy Spirit--counselor, advocate, comforter, helper, paraclete--the "most misunderstood" member of the Trinity, says Robert. What do Christians mean when we talk about being guided by the Spirit? Does actually God speak to us or is that sound too crazy to modern ears? Our panel ponders this while recalling moments when we undeniably felt God's presence. How about yo...

Our study of John continues. Jesus washes his disciples' feet. We look at the cultural significance of this act at the time as well as what it teaches men today, Also Deacon Kyle shares about his mission trip to Mexico. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon"), Ear...

Continue study of John, leading up to Holy Week. Jesus knows what is about to happen and yet is committed to the task. "Man Up" Panel discuss. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Earl Lloyd, Hospitality ("The Evangelist") joined by Eddie (Guest Panelist") and Host, Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Direct...

Study of John 5 1-24. An invalid man who did not know who Jesus was yet picked up his mat and walked. Are you ready to be healed? Man Up panel looks at the difference between this healing story and others in the gospels and how Jesus deliberately uses this miracle to attack the legalism of the temple Pharisees. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, trainer ("Th...

A familiar story of Jesus and the woman at the well. A great illustration of "Truth and Grace." The "Man Up" panel discusses. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar Land Baptist Church, Sugar Land, Texas, USA. iTunes, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube...

In our Ash Wednesday podcast, we revisit Nicodemus' visit with Jesus (cf Podcast 78), this time in the context of John's portrait of Jesus as "the light that has come into the world." Robert talks about the closing of is mom's Episcopalian church and our panel discusses the challenging call to "Man Up" and lead our churches toward a more outward focus. Panel consists of Michael Cropper, Attorney (...

Our study of the Gospel of John continues. We look at the common thread of transition in the stories of wedding in Cana and in the cleansing of temple. Our panel looks at how we address the inevitable transitions in men's lives. Panel consists of Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deaco...

We start our study of the gospel of John. We talk about how it differs from the three synoptic gospels and the awesomeness of the statement "the Word became flesh and lived among us," What did John mean by the "Word" (from Greek Logos) anyway? Did the Son of God, incarnate in the 1st century as Jesus of Nazareth, exist both with God and as God since before time? Man Up regulars Steve Titch, Robert...

As we conclude our study of 1 and 2 Corinthians and Paul's painful confrontation with the Corinthian church about its tolerance of sin, we connect it with the Houston Chronicle's investigation of sexual abuse in Baptist churches in Texas and the South. Why are congregations so fearful about confronting such evil in their midst? We hear from regular panelist Robert Cocheu, who, as as a corporate tr...

We discuss Paul's passionate defense of his ministry, the reality of spiritual warfare and the dangers of using the weapons of this world to fight for God's Kingdom. We also look at the scripture passage from both the NIV translation and Eugene Peterson's The Message. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Pri...

We guys decide it's unwise to give or receive criticism after spending an hour stuck in rush hour traffic. What else do we learn from Paul and the Corinthian church about when and how to offer and accept correction in a Christian manner? Robert also talks about a recent Men's Ministry visit from Houston Baptist University's Dr. Jeremiah Johnston, author of "Unimaginable: What our world would be li...

"We have this treasure in jars of clay." Paul contrasts the temporal with the eternal in 2 Corinthians 4. Join us as we grapple with the challenge of holding an eternal perspective when, in the here and now, we are afflicted and perplexed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices See Privacy Policy at https://art19....

2 Corinthians 1:12-24, 2:1-11. Paul is angry and handles it in a unique way. "Man Up" panel discusses how to apply iy to our own lives. Panel consists of: Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar Land Baptist Church, Sugar Land, Texas,...

Correction and Counsel, Service through Suffering Paul's letter to the Corinthians. "Man Up" Panel discuss. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar Land Baptist Church, Sugar...

*something different* New Year, new challenges. What are your's? We talk about ours. The panel puts "Man Up" perspective on faith and the new year. Panel consists of: Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar Land Baptist Church, Sugar Land, Texas, USA itunes, twitter, fac...

We've heard it many times: 1 Corinthians 13. "...but if i've not loved..." What does this mean? today? "Man Up" Panel discuss. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar Land Ba...