Jonathan Shirk

Small Town Theologian

Religion EN ↓ 173 episodes

Biblical, confessional, and practical truth in 10 minutes or less. Recorded in Rev. Jonathan Shirk’s walk-in closet, the Small Town Theologian podcast is a compact show bringing you comforting gospel truths from a confessional Reformed perspective to help you and your family navigate life’s many challenges.

Author

Jonathan Shirk

Category

Religion

Podcast website

www.smalltowntheologian.org

Latest episode

Jan 8, 2026

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Episodes

STT 136 - The Joy of Being Reformed (3): God Is Revealing Himself to You Every Day 29.02.2024

SAVE YOUR PENNIES! In a few months, I hope to publish a version of the Belgic Confession on Amazon. I'll keep you posted. TWO RESOURCES FROM THE CANADIAN REFORMED CHURCH: (1) You can find the Belgic Confession in the ⁠⁠ Book of Praise ⁠⁠ published by the Canadian Reformed Church; (2) you can read the Belgic Confession online ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠ . SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY!...

STT 135 - The Joy of Being Reformed (2): How Knowing the One True God Fills Your Heart with Happiness & Thankfulness 22.02.2024

SAVE YOUR PENNIES! In a few months, I hope to publish a version of the Belgic Confession on Amazon. I'll keep you posted. TWO RESOURCES FROM THE CANADIAN REFORMED CHURCH: (1) You can find the Belgic Confession in the ⁠ Book of Praise ⁠ published by the Canadian Reformed Church; (2) you can read the Belgic Confession online ⁠HERE⁠ . SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY! Her...

STT 134 - The Joy of Being Reformed (1): the Belgic Confession of Faith 15.02.2024

SAVE YOUR PENNIES! In a few months, I hope to publish a version of the Belgic Confession on Amazon. I'll keep you posted. TWO RESOURCES FROM THE CANADIAN REFORMED CHURCH: (1) You can find the Belgic Confession in the Book of Praise published by the Canadian Reformed Church; (2) you can read the Belgic Confession online HERE . SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY! Here'...

STT 133 - Colossians, Children Are the Church, & Infant Baptism 25.01.2024

I'm a member of THREE podcast networks! If you've found me there, great, keep listening to the other podcasts. I do, however, ask that you SUBSCRIBE to the Small Town Theologian podcast DIRECTLY. This is helpful for several reasons: (1) you get the episodes directly; (2) you get the episodes more quickly; (3) listening is not dependent on the networks. SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUP...

STT 132 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (18) - Who's in Charge in Your Marriage? 18.01.2024

I APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISTAKE OF THE YEAR! IT'S 2024, NOT 2023! THE GOSPEL FOR LIFE SERMON SERIES : Listen to an exposition of the truths of the Apostles' Creed. Access the Jerusalem Church Sermons podcast on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ , ⁠Spotify⁠ , and other platforms. ⁠⁠⁠ Sermons begin on 10.23.23. -------------------------------------------------- SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your...

STT 131 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (17) - Remembering You're Adopted Helps You Love Your Spouse 11.01.2024

I APOLOGIZE FOR THE MISTAKE OF THE YEAR! IT'S 2024, NOT 2023! THE GOSPEL FOR LIFE SERMON SERIES : Listen to an exposition of the truths of the Apostles' Creed. Access the Jerusalem Church Sermons podcast on Apple Podcasts , Spotify , and other platforms. ⁠ Sermons begin on 10.23.23. -------------------------------------------------- SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY...

STT 130 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (16) - Three Things You Can Do to Improve Your Marriage 07.12.2023

STOCKING STUFFER IDEAS : Paperback & Kindle versions of Predestined for Joy ; paperback & Kindle versions of The Heidelberg Catechism . Uncle Ted's stocking is calling out for these books! -------------------------------------------------- SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY! Here's how you can support the show: (1) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND THE PODCAST LINK⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to a f...

SPECIAL (013) - Why I Pulled Episode 129 on Secular Counseling 09.11.2023

On Thursday, November 2, I released an episode titled "Secular Counseling vs. the Sufficiency of Christ & His Word." It was part of my series titled "A Marriage Made in Heidelberg." I removed the episode from my podcast. This is an explanation of why.

STT 128 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (14) - Your Spouse Cannot Save You 12.10.2023

NEW BOOK RELEASE : The Heidelberg Catechism is now available on Kindle! It's the #1 New Release in Christian Catechisms on Amazon. Pick up a copy for only $2.99. Post ⁠the link⁠ on social media! -------------------------------------------------- SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY! Here's how you can support the show: (1) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND THE PODCAST LINK⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to a frien...

STT 127 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (13) - A Rock to Stand on in Marriage - God's Providence 06.10.2023

NEW BOOK RELEASE : The Heidelberg Catechism is now available on Kindle! It's the #1 New Release in Christian Catechisms on Amazon. Pick up a copy for only $2.99. Post the link on social media! -------------------------------------------------- SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY! Here's how you can support the show: (1) ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠SEND THE PODCAST LINK⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to a friend; (...

STT 126 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (12): He Will Sustain You in Marriage & Work It for Your Good 07.09.2023

NEW BOOKS : During study leave next week, I'll be working on releasing an (1) electronic version of the Heidelberg Catechism for Kindle on Amazon and (2) a devotional edition of the Heidelberg Catechism with Scripture references (NASB) and discussion questions. Look for their release SOON! SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY! Here's how you can support the show: (1) ⁠...

STT 125 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (11): Have You Ever Thought about How Trinitarianism Can Help Your Marriage? 31.08.2023

NEW BOOKS : I have some study leave in September. I'll be working on releasing an (1) electronic version of the Heidelberg Catechism for Kindle on Amazon and (2) a devotional edition of the Heidelberg Catechism with Scripture references (NASB) and discussion questions. Look for their release SOON! SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY! Here's how you can support the sho...

STT 124 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (10): How about a Gospel-Centered & Gospel-Driven Marriage 24.08.2023

NEW BOOK(S) : I have some study leave in September. I'll be working on a project or two and hope to have new material published soon on Amazon. Head ⁠HERE⁠ to keep watch! SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY! Here's how you can support the show: (1) ⁠⁠⁠SEND THE PODCAST LINK⁠⁠⁠ to a friend; (2) rate the show on Apple Podcasts (I'm at 44; I'd like to get to 50);...

STT 123 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (9): The Necessity of Hearing & Believing the Gospel in Marriage 17.08.2023

NEW BOOK(S) : I have some study leave in September. I'll be working on a project or two and hope to have new material published soon on Amazon. Head HERE to keep watch! SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY! Here's how you can support the show: (1) ⁠⁠SEND THE PODCAST LINK⁠⁠ to a friend; (2) rate the show on Apple Podcasts (I'm at 44; I'd like to get to 50); (3)...

STT 122 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (8): You Need a Certain Kind of Mediator in Marriage 10.08.2023

SUPPORT : I'm asking for your SUPPORT, not your MONEY! Here's how you can support the show: (1) ⁠SEND THE PODCAST LINK⁠ to a friend; (2) rate the show on Apple Podcasts (I'm at 44; I'd like to get to 50); (3) purchase ⁠ Predestined for Joy ⁠ and ⁠ The Heidelberg Catechism ⁠ and read them. GOOD PODCAST! I pastor a historic (1727) independent Reformed church in Manheim, PA. Check out...

STT 121 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (7): Freed from the Biggest Stressor in Marriage to Love Your Spouse 03.08.2023

SUPPORT : I don't ask for your money, but if the show is meaningful to you, I do ask that you SEND THE PODCAST LINK to a friend and tell them about Predestined for Joy and The Heidelberg Catechism . GOOD PODCAST! I pastor a historic (1727) independent Reformed church in Manheim, PA. Check out our sermon ministry @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jerusalem Church Sermons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! PLEASE LEAVE A SINCERE...

STT 120 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (6): Your Spouse Is Better than a Bed of Flames 27.07.2023

Support : I don't ask for your money. I do ask that you TELL SOMEONE about the podcast and/or READ and pass on my books. This is a great help, and I hope an encouragement to you. GOOD PODCAST! I pastor a historic (1727) independent Reformed church in Manheim, PA. Check out our sermon ministry @ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Jerusalem Church Sermons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ! PLEASE LEAVE A SINCERE 5-STAR RATING IF YOU C...

STT 119 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (5): Our Inability & the Hope of Jesus Christ 20.07.2023

Mark Ward from Faithlife and the Word by Word blog (Logos) was kind to work with me on my article titled " ⁠⁠Christ Crushed for Us: the Gospel in Isaiah 53.⁠⁠ " I wrote in on sabbatical in September/October of 2022, and it is finally published! Enjoy. A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEIDELBERG : Marriage is a wonderful gift from God, but it is not easy. Some marriages are in trouble, others are statu...

STT 118 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (4): What God Requires in Marriage Is Beyond Us 06.07.2023

Mark Ward from Faithlife and the Word by Word blog (Logos) was kind to work with me on my article titled " ⁠Christ Crushed for Us: the Gospel in Isaiah 53.⁠ " I wrote in on sabbatical in September/October of 2022, and it is finally published! Enjoy. A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEIDELBERG : Marriage is a wonderful gift from God, but it is not easy. Some marriages are in trouble, others are status...

STT 117 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (3): Diagnosing All Your Marital Problems 29.06.2023

A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEIDELBERG : Marriage is a wonderful gift from God, but it is not easy. Some marriages are in trouble, others are status quo, and others are thriving. Wherever your marriage is, this series includes truth and wisdom that can improve and transform any marriage and perhaps save some. Whether you're married, engaged, or dating, this series is for you. Tune in every week and be...

STT 116 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (2): Helping Your Spouse Find True Comfort 01.06.2023

A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEIDELBERG : Marriage is a wonderful gift from God, but it is not easy. Some marriages are in trouble, others are status quo, and others are thriving. Wherever your marriage is, this series includes truth and wisdom that can improve and transform any marriage and perhaps save some. Whether you're married, engaged, or dating, this series is for you. Tune in every week and be...

STT 115 - A Marriage Made in Heidelberg (1): True Comfort in Marriage 25.05.2023

A MARRIAGE MADE IN HEIDELBERG : Marriage is a wonderful gift from God, but it is not easy. Some marriages are in trouble, others are status quo, and others are thriving. Wherever your marriage is, this series includes truth and wisdom that can improve and transform any marriage and perhaps save some. Whether you're married, engaged, or dating, this series is for you. Tune in every week and be...

STT 114 - Strengthened by the Supper (7): The Lord's Supper Strengthens You to Truly Love 11.05.2023

STRENGTHENED BY THE SUPPER : Join me on an exciting journey to look more closely at the nourishment God provides His people in the Lord's Supper. The Lord's Supper is not an empty ritual but a means of grace God gives to nourish and strengthen the faith of His beloved children. I hope this series helps you come to Christ's table with more anticipation, expectation, and confidence. Read...

STT 113 - Strengthened by the Supper (6): The Mystery & Grace of the Lord's Supper 04.05.2023

STRENGTHENED BY THE SUPPER : Join me on an exciting journey to look more closely at the nourishment God provides His people in the Lord's Supper. The Lord's Supper is not an empty ritual but a means of grace God gives to nourish and strengthen the faith of His beloved children. I hope this series helps you come to Christ's table with more anticipation, expectation, and confidence. Read...

STT 112 - Strengthened by the Supper (5): Why Did Jesus Give You the Lord's Supper to Eat & Drink? 27.04.2023

STRENGTHENED BY THE SUPPER : Join me on an exciting journey to look more closely at the nourishment God provides His people in the Lord's Supper. The Lord's Supper is not an empty ritual but a means of grace God gives to nourish and strengthen the faith of His beloved children. I hope this series helps you come to Christ's table with more anticipation, expectation, and confidence. Read...

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