Pastor Talk

In this concluding conversation, Pastors Clint and Michael explore how faith is the glue that holds all of the other Christian character traits together. In this conversation, faith and works are not diametrically opposed but rather mutually complimentary. Transcript 00:00:01:23 - 00:00:29:06 Michael Gewecke We are going to be exploring as our last mark of Christian character, the last pillar we'r...

Pastors Clint and Michael explore how truth and grace are perfectly revealed in Jesus Christ, who forms the foundation of all Christian identities.

Clint Loveall examines love as the defining element of Christian character, breaking down the Greek concept of agape and the practical, transformative challenges of living out the "most excellent way" found in 1 Corinthians 13.

Join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore how worship pushes beyond the boundaries of our sanctuaries and, over the course of a lifetime, shapes our deepest character.

Join Pastor Michael for the 2026 Lenten Soup and Supper kickoff where we begin a sustained conversation about the center of Christian character and an exploration of how gratitude is an essential foundation for every Christian life.

In this concluding conversation on the Gospel of John, Pastors Clint and Michael reflect on what makes John such a theological heavyweight among the four Gospels. They unpack how John departs from the narrative style of the synoptics, instead offering a layered, reflective, and theologically rich portrayal of Jesus. The discussion touches on why John might not be the best introduction to Jesus for...

In this final study of the Gospel of John, Pastors Clint and Michael unpack the powerful conclusion of the book, where John makes clear that his testimony about Jesus is both personal and true. The conversation explores how John’s unique gospel ends—not with a dramatic miracle, but with a quiet, profound statement about the vastness of Christ and the impossibility of capturing his full story in wo...

In this final conversation between Jesus and Peter in the Gospel of John, we see a powerful reminder of what it means to follow faithfully without comparison. As Peter turns to ask about the beloved disciple’s future, Jesus redirects him with the striking command, “What is that to you? Follow me.” Clint and Michael explore the possible historical and theological backdrop of this exchange, discussi...

In this episode, Clint and Michael walk us through one of the most intimate and powerful moments in the Gospel of John—Jesus’s restoration of Peter. After breakfast on the beach, Jesus confronts Peter with three poignant questions: "Do you love me?" Each time, Jesus links Peter’s love to action—feed my lambs, tend my sheep. This tender exchange not only heals Peter’s three denials but also commiss...

In this episode of Pastor Talk, Clint and Michael explore one of the most profound and nuanced resurrection appearances in the Gospel of John. As the disciples return from a fruitless night of fishing, Jesus appears on the shore with a charcoal fire, fish, and bread already prepared. The symbolism is rich: the fire echoes Peter’s denial, the meal recalls the feeding of the 5,000, and the catch of...

In this episode, Clint and Michael explore the powerful beginning of John 21, where the resurrected Jesus meets his disciples on the shore while they fish in futility. This seemingly simple story of a miraculous catch is loaded with theological depth—echoing resurrection themes, calling back to earlier moments in Jesus’ ministry, and confronting the disciples with the “what now?” of post-Easter li...

In today's study, we reflect on the powerful conclusion of John chapter 20, where the Gospel writer steps out from behind the story to tell us directly why he wrote his account. Clint and Michael explore how John’s purpose wasn’t to offer a comprehensive biography of Jesus, but to give readers enough to believe and find life in Christ’s name. They discuss how this moment acts like a bridge between...

In this episode, Clint and Michael explore the famous story of "Doubting Thomas" in John 20 with fresh eyes. What happens when belief doesn’t come easily? What does Jesus do when someone demands proof? Rather than scolding, Jesus meets Thomas right where he is—with grace and an invitation to believe. The conversation highlights how this moment speaks to all of us who have ever wrestled with faith,...

In this episode, we dive into John 20:19-23, where Jesus appears to his disciples behind locked doors on the evening of Easter. Still reeling from fear and confusion, the disciples encounter the risen Christ, who offers them peace, breathes the Holy Spirit into them, and sends them out with a mission of forgiveness. We explore the power of Jesus' presence in fearful spaces, the theological echoes...

In this episode of Pastor Talk, we dive into one of the most intimate and surprising moments in the Gospel of John—Mary Magdalene’s encounter with the risen Christ. As she grieves at the tomb, she mistakes Jesus for the gardener—until he calls her by name. What follows is a profound exchange that redefines relationship, faith, and the mission of the church. Clint and Michael explore the theologica...

In this episode, Clint and Michael explore the first scene of John's Easter narrative in chapter 20, diving deep into the moment Mary Magdalene discovers the empty tomb and the footrace between Peter and the "beloved disciple"—presumed to be John. The discussion highlights the uniquely Johannine details that emphasize the personal witness, symbolic actions like the folded grave clothes, and how be...

In this episode, we explore the often-overlooked but deeply significant story of Jesus’ burial in John 19. As Holy Week nears its climax, we meet two unexpected figures—Joseph of Arimathea and Nicodemus—who step forward in a moment of remarkable courage and reverence. Once a secret follower, Joseph publicly requests Jesus’ body, while Nicodemus, who once came to Jesus under the cover of night, ret...

In this episode of Pastor Talk, Clint and Michael reflect on one of the most enigmatic and powerful moments in the Gospel of John — the piercing of Jesus’ side and the flow of blood and water. They explore how John’s unique crucifixion narrative focuses not on cosmic signs or external drama, but on intimate, symbolic details that reveal Jesus' fulfillment of Scripture and his identity as Messiah....

Join Pastors Clint and Michael for the final conversation in this Lenten series exploring grief and loss. In this episode the Pastors explore how the Christian understanding of life after death (and heaven) impacts Christian grief.

In this episode, we explore one of the most powerful and deeply human moments in the Gospel of John—Jesus' words from the cross. As he nears death, Jesus turns his attention not to himself, but to his mother and the beloved disciple, offering a profound act of compassion and care. We dig into what this tells us about Jesus' character, the nature of divine love, and the expanding circle of spiritua...

In this powerful discussion from John 19, Pastors Clint and Michael explore John's unique portrayal of the crucifixion. Unlike other Gospels, John emphasizes Jesus’ control and purpose, highlighting the quiet sovereignty of Christ as he carries his own cross. The episode explores Pilate’s ironic inscription—“Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews”—as a moment of accidental truth, written in the langu...

In this episode, we explore the tense and dramatic scene of Jesus before Pilate in John 19:8-16. Clint and Michael unpack Pilate’s internal struggle, the religious leaders' shocking declaration of loyalty to Caesar, and the complex political and spiritual dynamics at play. This is not just a story of trial and execution—it's a collision of empires, egos, and eternal purposes. We examine how fear,...

In this Session, Pastors Clint and Michael explore the various ways that we can both help (and sometimes NOT help) those who grieve by what we do and say when we try to support them in their grief.

In this episode, Clint and Michael explore one of the most ironic and haunting moments in the Gospel of John—when the crowd chooses to release Barabbas, a known bandit, instead of Jesus. As Pilate repeatedly declares Jesus' innocence, the narrative builds around themes of power, blindness, and spiritual misunderstanding. The conversation highlights how John portrays Jesus not as a victim, but as a...

In this episode of our journey through the Gospel of John, we explore Jesus' powerful and layered encounter with Pontius Pilate in John 18:28–38. As Jesus stands before Rome’s authority, He makes the profound claim that His kingdom is “not of this world.” We reflect on Pilate’s iconic question—“What is truth?”—and consider how John’s Gospel paints Pilate in a surprisingly sympathetic light while p...