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When it comes to truth, authority, identity, and a host of other issues, there is a differing perspective based on the generational divide? How does that impact the way that we talk to others about Jesus when they may be from a different generation? Join guest Noah Howard and Jonathan discuss the generational gap and how Christians are called to reach beyond the gap.

When it comes to truth, authority, identity, and a host of other issues, there is a differing perspective based on the generational divide? How does that impact the way that we talk to others about Jesus when they may be from a different generation? Join guest Noah Howard and Jonathan discuss the generational gap and how Christians are called to reach beyond the gap.

The anthem of Christian identity is, “I am who YOU say I am.” When spoken to God from the believer’s heart, the powerful and encouraging words of Jesus found in John 8 are expressed from our inner man to the throne of God. Join Bryce Whittaker and Jonathan Edwards talk about identity and the Bible in this two part miniseries. Text: John 8 (www.biblegateway.com/passage/?searc…+8&version=ESV) Links:...

The anthem of Christian identity is, “I am who YOU say I am.” When spoken to God from the believer’s heart, the powerful and encouraging words of Jesus found in John 8 are expressed from our inner man to the throne of God. Join Bryce Whittaker and Jonathan Edwards talk about identity and the Bible in this two part miniseries. Text: John 8 (https://www.biblegateway.com/passage/?search=John+8&versio...

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. T...

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. T...

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. T...

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. T...

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. T...

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. T...

The Book of James...the 59th book in the Bible. It is a hard-hitting book written to help Christians live steadfastly for Jesus. Doug Edwards wrote a commentary on this book for the "Contending for the Faith" commentary series. He also preached six expository studies on James recently at the Valley Parkway Church of Christ. During that meeting, he sat down with PSB to discuss this short epistle. T...

(2 of 2) In the fall of 2023, I (Jonathan) had the privilege of being interviewed by Aaron Battey (www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com) as a part of his 30-day effort to help equip Christians against pornography. Aaron graciously allowed me to repost the interview for my PSB listeners. This is a necessary and direct conversation. It is not flippant nor crass, but parents may want to listen to it before a...

(1 of 2) In the fall of 2023, I (Jonathan) had the privilege of being interviewed by Aaron Battey (www.fiveminutebiblestudy.com) as a part of his 30-day effort to help equip Christians against pornography. Aaron graciously allowed me to repost the interview for my PSB listeners. This is a necessary and direct conversation. It is not flippant nor crass, but parents may want to listen to it before a...

(2 of 2) Paul told Christians to "redeem the time" which means to buy it back, use it well, guard it wisely. Paul also got a lot done, used his time well, and said, “imitate me as I imitate Christ.” * That’s our goal. If we follow the example of Jesus, who used His time better than anyone, we’ll be able to do just that. Join guest Jeremy Hykel and Jonathan as they discuss the Scriptures around Eph...

(1 of 2) Paul told Christians to "redeem the time" which means to buy it back, use it well, guard it wisely. Paul also got a lot done, used his time well, and said, “imitate me as I imitate Christ.” * That’s our goal. If we follow the example of Jesus, who used His time better than anyone, we’ll be able to do just that. Join guest Jeremy Hykel and Jonathan as they discuss the Scriptures around Eph...

(2 of 2) Do you know how much you benefit from prayer? The Apostle Paul knew! In seven of his fourteen NT letters, he asked (even begged) for brothers and sisters to pray for him. The Apostle Paul believed in prayer power. Prayer IS the ultimate power source because we connect with the greatest of all powers–Almighty God! We have access to great power BUT we must stay plugged in. Join Brett Hickey...

(1 of 2) Do you know how much you benefit from prayer? The Apostle Paul knew! In seven of his fourteen NT letters, he asked (even begged) for brothers and sisters to pray for him. The Apostle Paul believed in prayer power. Prayer IS the ultimate power source because we connect with the greatest of all powers–Almighty God! We have access to great power BUT we must stay plugged in. Join Brett Hickey...

In the same way that endurance runners train to transform themselves for a long distance race, so Christians ought to train for kingdom running. We don't read the Bible to check off a list, we read to be spiritually transformed. We don't pray because it's on a TO-DO list, we pray to draw nearer to God. To be a disciple of Jesus is to be a practitioner in the *discipline.* How can we do that? This...

In the same way that endurance runners train to transform themselves for a long distance race, so Christians ought to train for kingdom running. We don't read the Bible to check off a list, we read to be spiritually transformed. We don't pray because it's on a TO-DO list, we pray to draw nearer to God. To be a disciple of Jesus is to be a practitioner in the *discipline.* How can we do that? This...

(2 of 2) Join Cole Branch and Jonathan discuss how covetousness can "gaslight", or mercilessly manipulate, our reality to a point where the roots of bitterness bear much fruit. How can Christians overcome? What are our desires? How can we battle covetousness and where does contentment come into play? These questions and more are answered in this mini-series.

(1 of 2) Join Cole Branch and Jonathan discuss how covetousness can "gaslight", or mercilessly manipulate, our reality to a point where the roots of bitterness bear much fruit. How can Christians overcome? What are our desires? How can we battle covetousness and where does contentment come into play? These questions and more are answered in this mini-series.

(Part 2 of 2) Elevating Jesus and encouraging faithfulness...don't you want to do that as often as you can? If life were a marathon, it would seem that these goals would be so easy at mile 1...but what about mile 20? How can we endure the race of life while running in the kingdom? Let's consider Hebrews 12 together!

Elevating Jesus and encouraging faithfulness...don't you want to do that as often as you can? If life were a marathon, it would seem that these goals would be so easy at mile 1...but what about mile 20? How can we endure the race of life while running in the kingdom? Let's consider Hebrews 12 together!

(Part 2 of 2) You don't always have the power to control, but you always have the choice to surrender...This series features Brandon Young and a conversation about how we struggle to control so much in our lives when what we ought to focus on is surrendering more to the will of God. Be prepared to be challenged and encouraged to submit to the will of God!

You don't always have the power to control, but you always have the choice to surrender...This series features Brandon Young and a conversation about how we struggle to control so much in our lives when what we ought to focus on is surrendering more to the will of God. Be prepared to be challenged and encouraged to submit to the will of God!