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Paul instructs Timothy to pray for everyone, including the king and other civic leaders, so that the Christian church could live out its faith in peace and tranquility. Today, the Pastors discuss what this passage might mean for us and our own Christian responsibilities today. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in going along on this journey together through 1 Timo...

While "sloth" might conjure images of lazy people wasting their time and energy, the Christian understanding of sloth might be better described by the ancient word "acedia." Join the Pastors as they explore what the ancient monks called the "noon-day demon" and how this very ancient realization has incredible implications for our modern lives. While this may not be an easy conversation, it is esse...

Paul instructs Timothy to "fight the good fight" of faith but what does that have to do with what he has to say about conscience? Join the Pastors as they unpack this text both with its encouragement and its strong language for those leaders who Paul criticizes so strongly. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in going along on this journey together through 1 Timothy...

When Paul writes to his young mentor Timothy, he wastes no time in reminding him of the central purpose of the Gospel, that Jesus Christ came with the sole purpose of saving sinners. The depth of this truth moves Paul to a moment of pure spiritual ecstasy as he breaks out in praise of God. Don't miss this incredible passage and its inspiration for all Christians. Be sure to share this with anyone...

Paul makes it clear that our past choices, even our past unbelief, cannot keep the life changing mercy and grace of Jesus Christ from transforming our lives. Today the Pastors explore how Paul uses this powerful theological vision to both lift up Jesus's Lordship while simultaneously censuring the false teachers in Ephesus. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in goi...

When the Apostle Paul turns to make a list exemplifying the marks of wrongheaded legalism, he unwittingly created one of the most famous and debated passes of scripture. Join the Pastors as they navigate one of the most studied scriptures in the New Testament and try to offer practical insight for what it might mean for our lives today. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be inte...

Lust and Gluttony are the two deadly sins that are directly connected to our physical natures and, as a result, the ancient Christians were understanding of our struggle to resist their temptations. That said, the Pastors explore how these two human vices, when left unchecked, can become a powerfully destructive force in our lives. What follows is not easy but certainly an essential conversation a...

When Paul takes on false teachers directly, he almost always challenges their teachings about the law. Join the Pastors as they explore what these false teachings might have been and how the church still fights the temptation to "secret decoder ring" faith even today. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in going along on this journey together through 1 Timothy toget...

Today Paul makes it abundantly clear why he is writing to Timothy, to urge him to stand strong in his opposition to the Christian false teachers in Ephesus. With just a few short words, Paul both undercuts the religious temptation to create a "secret decoder ring" and also reminds Timothy that all true Christian teaching must flow out from a heart of sincere love. Be sure to share this with anyone...

When Paul writes to Timothy, he starts with the first and only thing that matters, Jesus Christ. Join the Pastors as they explore the surprisingly deep theology of the very first words of 1 Timothy. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in going along on this journey together through 1 Timothy together. Pastor Talk Quick Links: Learn more about the Pastor Talk series...

Anger and Envy are two of the most dangerous social sins identified by ancient Christians. Join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore how these sins can both wreak damage with explosive force and also slowly eat away at the foundations of our souls. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in growing deeper in their faith and Christian discipleship. Pastor Talk Quick...

Today we are thrilled to announce that our next daily Bible study will be from the book of 1 Timothy! Written to a young passionate Christian leader by a seasoned pastor, 1 Timothy is packed with spiritual insights and a deep encouragement to live out our faith to the fullest. Don't miss the series kick off next week on Monday! Now is a great time to jump on board with the daily Bible study or to...

Pastors Clint and Michael conclude the Genesis study with a few personal reflections on what they learned in this study, how it is a critically important book for any Christian wanting to understand the New Testament, and an invitation to join them for their next study 1 Timothy! Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in going along on this journey together through Gen...

As Genesis closes and Exodus begins, the story zooms out from the individuals who carried that promise forward to the very nation that flourished in Egypt. This connection to Egypt will receive significant attention throughout the rest of the Bible, including the New Testament. Join the Pastors as they trace some of these essential themes from Genesis throughout the rest of the Bible. Be sure to s...

Today Pastors Clint and Michael introduce Pride and Greed as part of the seven deadly sins. Pride, often called the chief sin, is the innate human temptation to evaluate the value of our lives based upon the perception of others and to reach for privilege and power for our own sake. Greed flows out of our innate human temptation to acquire more things in the hope of filling our restless souls. Tho...

Join the Pastors as they explore how the people and themes of Genesis seamlessly continue into the book of Exodus. Upon closer inspection, we discover that Genesis has been far more than just a history of the beginning of the world, it reveals the nature of God's heart and the limits of human agency. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in going along on this journey...

Join the Pastors as the conclude Joseph's story and reach the end of the book of Genesis. In what is one of the most strong professions of faith in the entire book, we see Joseph pronounce his firm believe that God has been able to be faithful to his promise and even make good out of the things his brothers meant for evil. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in goin...

Joseph and his entire family join together with a large company of the Egyptian nobility to honor his father, Jacob. For just a moment, the mighty nation of Egypt grieves the death of the father of Israel, and we see how God continues to be faithful to bring about the promise that he made to Abram years ago. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in going along on this...

Jacob offers his final blessings to his remaining sons, including his favored son Joseph. When he finishes passing on his blessing to the very people who will one day become the nation of Israel, he then breathes his last. Join the Pastors as they explore this incredibly important moment in the Genesis story as Abram's original blessing is passed to all of Jacob's sons. Be sure to share this with...

In this introductory conversation, Pastors Clint and Michael explore the basic vocabulary, history, cultural impact, and theological foundation that will be necessary for studying the seven deadly sins and their corresponding virtues. Don't miss this important conversation and don't miss a single vice or virtue released every Tuesday morning through the season of Lent! Be sure to share this with a...

When Jacob blesses his twelve sons, he both recounts some of the most notable moments in his family's history but he also prophetically points towards some of the character and future experience of the twelve tribes of Israel. Join the Pastors as they explore Jacob's blessing of Simeon, Reuben, Levi, Judah, Zebulun, Issachar, and Dan. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be intere...

When Jacob goes to bless his son Joseph, he goes to the next level blessing his two grandsons as well. Join the pastors as they explore this recurring theme of generational blessings and how Jacob's subversion of our expectation will later be significant to the Old Testament stories of the twelve tribes of Israel. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in going along o...

Lots of us think that we know something about the 7 deadly sins, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they introduce their new podcast series (which will be recorded live) where they explore both the 7 deadly sins (Vices) but also their opposing Virtues. This will be a thoughtful and engaging series where we are all invited to explore how easy it is for these sins to take root in our lives and how im...

God's blessing is so great that it makes the entire might of Egypt looks small and when Jacob comes to the end of his life, he demands that Joseph return his body to his ancestors in the land of God's promise. Be sure to share this with anyone who you think might be interested in going along on this journey together through Genesis together. Pastor Talk Quick Links: Learn more about the Pastor Tal...