Sound Words Podcast

Why do so many of us keep falling into the same sin? Whether it's lust behind a screen, anger that erupts without warning, gossip in everyday conversations, or dishonesty with those closest to us, habitual sin can leave us feeling defeated and wondering if real change is possible. In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Duane Leach, Jesse Randolph, and Aaron Nicholson discuss what the Bib...

We see it in politics, social media, the news, our workplaces, our homes, and often in our own hearts. Sometimes it erupts in obvious ways. Other times it hides behind irritation, bitterness, resentment, or what we call "pet peeves." In this episode of Sound Words Podcast, Jesse Randolph and Aaron Nicholson discuss what the Bible teaches about anger, why God takes it so seriously, how to...

Are you constantly busy but spiritually dry? In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Steve Snyder joins Pastors Jesse Randolph and Aaron Nicholson to discuss how modern culture's obsession with productivity can quietly become an idol. While efficiency can be useful, believers must guard against measuring their worth by accomplishment, performance, or public recognition. The conversation e...

Many Christians quietly wrestle with the question: “Am I really saved?” In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastors Jesse Randolph and Aaron Nicholson sit down with Benjamin, an elder at Indian Hills Community Church, to discuss assurance of salvation, doubt, false assurance, and the evidences of genuine saving faith. Together, they explore why sincere believers struggle with doubt, why as...

Anxiety is on the rise—but Scripture gives clarity and hope. What is anxiety? Is it always sinful? How do we tell the difference between worry and godly concern? In this episode, we walk through key biblical passages and give practical ways to respond with trust in God. 00:00 Welcome to the Sound Words Podcast 00:25 The Rise of Anxiety in America 02:38 Defining Anxiety Biblically 08:41 Is Anxiety...

What is God’s will for your life—and how can you know if you’re missing it? In this episode, we unpack one of the most common struggles Christians face: feeling lost when making big decisions. Whether you’re choosing a career, navigating a major life change, or wondering if you’ve made the wrong choices, this conversation brings clarity and biblical direction. We explain the difference between God...

In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Gary Gromacki, Professor of Bible and Theology at Calvary University , to explore one of the most debated issues in Christian theology: Israel’s role in God’s plan. Does Israel still matter to God today, or has the Church replaced Israel? What exactly did God promise to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—and who inherits those promises? We al...

How do you raise children who fear the Lord in a culture that rejects Him? In this episode, Pastor Virgil Walker joins us to discuss what faithful, biblical parenting looks like today. Scripture places the responsibility of spiritual training squarely on parents—not the church or youth ministry. So what does that actually look like in everyday life? We talk about shaping a biblical worldview in a...

Why was Jesus crushed? Pastor Jesse Randolph unpacks the beauty and the sorrow of the cross in this deep dive into Isaiah 53. A must-watch for understanding the price of our redemption.  Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church , a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE. Sound Words is also a partner of Foundations Media, a collective of Christian creators passionate about promotin...

What does it mean that “it pleased the Lord to crush Him” (Isaiah 53)? In this episode, Pastor Jesse Randolph explains what was truly happening at the cross of Jesus Christ—not just physically, but spiritually. Why did the Father pour out His wrath on the Son? What was accomplished in those hours on the cross? And why was the resurrection absolutely necessary? This conversation moves beyond cultur...

Ezekiel 40–48 contains one of the most detailed and debated prophetic visions in the entire Bible: a future temple filled with precise measurements, gates, rooms, ordinances, and even sacrifices. What exactly is Ezekiel seeing, and how should Christians understand this temple in relation to the end times? In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Dr. Jason Beals (Associate Professor of Theology...

Many churches today focus heavily on the New Testament but rarely preach from the Old. What are we missing when the Old Testament is neglected? In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastor Rick Goertzen (Countryside Bible Church in Hampton, NE) explains why the Old Testament is essential for understanding the full message of Scripture. We discuss how the New Testament writers relied on the O...

Many Christians find the Book of Revelation confusing or intimidating. In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastor Thomas Baber joins us to discuss how pastors and Bible teachers can faithfully preach and teach through this important book. We talk about how to explain Revelation’s imagery without speculation, avoid common misunderstandings, and keep the focus on Christ’s victory and the hop...

Churches are called to unity, yet division remains one of the greatest threats to the local body. In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastor Steve Swartz of Grace Bible Church in Bakersfield, California helps identify what most often tears churches apart—and how Scripture calls believers to respond. This conversation explores common causes of disunity, the difference between essential doct...

Sexual sin rarely begins with a sudden fall—it develops subtly and progressively. In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, we examine why sexual sin must be addressed biblically and how it often follows a predictable spiral: desensitization, relaxation, fixation, rationalization, and degeneration. The episode concludes with practical, gospel-centered application aimed at repentance, accountabil...

What does faithful, behind-the-scenes leadership in the local church really look like?  In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastors Aaron Nicholson and Jesse Randolph sit down with Andy Frahm for a personal conversation about his testimony, his journey to Indian Hills Community Church, and his role as an elder. Andy shares how the Lord brought him to saving faith, shaped him through years...

What does it really mean to be “saved by the blood of Jesus”? In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastors Aaron Nicholson and Jesse Randolph sit down with Pastor Kyle Swanson of Redeemer Bible Church in Gilbert, Arizona to examine one of the most central — and often misunderstood — themes of the gospel. Together they explore what the New Testament means by “the blood of Christ,” why blood...

What is the “imputation of the active obedience of Christ,” and does Scripture actually teach it? In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastor Aaron Nicholson interviews Pastor Jesse Randolph at the start of his five-week study leave to discuss a doctrine that is widely assumed in evangelical theology but rarely examined carefully. Pastor Jesse explains what active obedience claims, why it h...

Many Christians read the Bible as a collection of isolated stories or moral lessons—but Scripture presents a unified, unfolding storyline. In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastor Aaron Nicholson and Pastor Jesse Randolph are joined by Dr. Michael Vlach to explore the big picture of the Bible and why it matters. Dr. Vlach, Professor of Theology at Shepherds Theological Seminary and autho...

What does it mean to recover a vintage faith —and why does the church need it today? In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Dr. Cory Marsh discusses his book Recovering a Vintage Faith and explains why Christianity doesn’t need to be reinvented, but recovered. He addresses the pull toward theological minimalism and novelty-driven spirituality, the loss of historic convictions in modern evange...

Artificial intelligence is advancing rapidly—shaping how we write, teach, work, and even think. But how should Christians understand AI biblically and ethically? In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastor Aaron Nicholson and Pastor Jesse Randolph are joined by Dr. Peter Goeman, Associate Professor of Old Testament and Biblical Languages at Shepherds Theological Seminary and host of The Bib...

How should Christians think about work, productivity, and the use of time?  In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastor Aaron Nicholson and Pastor Jesse Randolph are joined by Reagan Rose, Bible teacher and creator of Redeeming Productivity .  Together, they explore how Scripture shapes our view of diligence, rest, and stewardship, how productivity can become an idol, and how the gospel reo...

In this Christmas episode, we look at two striking responses to God’s announcement in Luke 1—Mary’s humble faith and Zechariah’s hesitant doubt.  Drilling into their stories helps us see what a right response to Christmas really looks like. Pastor Jesse Randolph and Pastor Aaron Nicholson explore why even sincere believers can struggle to trust God, why Mary’s submission is so remarkable, how disc...

What does it mean to care for creation in a truly biblical way? Dr. Jonathan Moo—professor at Whitworth University with graduate degrees in both biblical studies and wildlife ecology—joins us to explore how Christians should think about the environment, stewardship, and our role in God’s world. We talk about what Genesis really means by “subdue and rule,” how everyday actions like littering and wa...

In this episode of Sound Words, Dr. David W. Jones of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary helps us think biblically about money, work, wealth, and generosity. We ask: – What does it mean to honor God with our finances? – How do we avoid making money an idol? – Is financial success wrong—or can it glorify Christ when stewarded well? – What does Scripture teach about helping the poor, giving g...