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In this episode, we discuss the atoning language that accompanies communion, and chase a few theological rabbits while we're at it! Music: "Kid Kodi" Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue

On this episode, Tanner and Jack navigate the maze of the parent-child relationship. We discuss on both sides of the relationship how to pursue God and godliness, and what challenges arise to hinder that progress.

How does the table we sit around now in our worship compare to the table scene that awaits us in the end? We discuss eschatology and the Lords Supper in this episode. Music: "Kid Kodi" Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue

The Lord's Supper was not a random happenstance meal, but one that was built on the foundation of the Passover meal of Israel. When we understand the importance and significance of the Passover meal, we come to a better understanding of the wine and bread at the table of Jesus. Music: "Kid Kodi" Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue

Do Christians need to attend church buildings or is it alright for people to meet in smaller groups, or through livestream? We discuss how the early church met, why we are even asking the question, and some good reasons to attend and NOT attend congregations. Music: "Kid Kodi" Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue

On this episode, Tanner and Jack discuss last year's New Years resolutions and talk about how to set goal for the year ahead.

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Are people good or evil? We continue our look at the recent "State of Theology" survey, and discuss what Scripture tells us about people, sin, and human nature. Music: "Kid Kodi" Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue

What if I told you that pride wasn't always bad? On this episode of Through the Maze, Tanner and Jack discuss pride, how to get rid of the bad kind, and how to grow in your pride for God.

Does God change His mind? Some Bible passages point explicitly to "no", while others seem to indicate a change. How can we navigate these seemingly contradictory passages? We discuss on this episode of Thinking Theologically. Music: "Kid Kodi" Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue

Is Jesus God? It turns out that a lot of people aren't sure. In this episode, we speak to this confusion and look to various references throughout the Bible to see what answer it holds. Music: "Kid Kodi" Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue

In this lesson, we talk about the issue of transgenderism, what the Bible says about the subject, and how Christians can come alongside those struggling with gender identity.

In this lesson, Jack talks about homosexuality from the standpoint of the culture, what the Bible says about the subject, and how Christians can help come alongside those with same-sex attraction and lead them to God's kingdom.

On this episode, we interview Assistant Principal David Roberts about teens, their struggles, their goals and how they can encourage one another.

On this episode of Thinking Theologically, Spencer and Jack mirror the previous episode by looking at how Christians undervalue the sexual relationship God created, and overvalue the marriage as a result. Music: "Kid Kodi" Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue

On this episode, we discuss sex and marriage from the world's perspective. We talk about both what the world gets wrong and what it gets right about these two subjects. Music: "Kid Kodi" Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue

Want to be a better Bible student, but don't know where to begin? We've got you covered in this episode of Through the Maze.

This is part 2 of our study on Apocalypticism in Second Temple Judaism and the Ministry of Jesus. You can find part 1, and the written version of both articles on our website ThinkingTheologically.org.

In this Audio Article, Spencer talks to us about the apocalyptic language we see in the 2nd temple Jewish period. In the next article, we'll look at how this affected Jesus' ministry. To read the article go to ThinkingTheologically.org

How should we handle going back to school? Opportunity abounds, if our attitude is right. We talk about getting the most out of going back to school on this episode of Through the Maze.

How does it all end? We go through the phrases that John uses for new creation in Revelation and see how they connect to the phrases we've seen used throughout the Bible. Music: "Kid Kodi" Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue

On this episode of Through the Maze, Tanner and Jack use their words to talk to you about how to use yours! Words are powerful, and we need to make sure we're using that power in the right way.

What does John's gospel teach us about God's plan for creation? We discuss in this episode.

In this episode of Through the Maze, Tanner and Jack discuss their recent Vacation Bible School and talk about the importance of being a servant to others.

On this episode, Spencer and Jack move into the text of 2 Peter 3, a chapter that very much ties together the new creation themes of Genesis, Isaiah, and Paul. Come study this incredible chapter with us and see what God has said about the "new heavens and new earth". Music: "Kid Kodi" Blue Dot Sessions www.sessions.blue