Take & Read Podcast

Season 6, Episode 2 | Pastor Chad reunites with Matt Linn to dissect 1 Timothy 1:3-11, addressing warnings against false doctrines, the proper stewardship of the law, sound teaching that promotes love from a pure heart, and those who swerve into vain discussions.

Season 6, Episode 1 | Pastor Chad launches into 1 Timothy alongside Dr. Ryan Stephens, examining verses 1-2 with insights on Paul's commanded apostleship, true son Timothy, and the bestowed gifts of grace, mercy, and peace.

Season 5, Episode 18 | Pastor Chad reunites with Dr. Ryan Stephens in a reflective wrap-up of 2 Thessalonians 3:16-18, touching on the Lord's peace at all times, Paul's personal signature against forgeries, and final grace benediction.

Season 5, Episode 17 | Pastor Chad catches up with Shane Oehler as they tackle 2 Thessalonians 3:6-15, addressing the command against idleness, Paul's hardworking example, earning one's own living, and admonishing disorderly believers as family.

Season 5, Episode 16 | Pastor Chad brings on his son Truett to unpack 2 Thessalonians 3:1-5, emphasizing prayers for the word's spread, guarding against faithless people, God's faithfulness, and hearts directed toward divine love and endurance.

Season 5, Episode 15 | Pastor Chad introduces his daughter, Jayne, for a heartfelt dive into 2 Thessalonians 2:13-17, reflecting on election for salvation, holding traditions, and receiving comfort with steadfastness in Christ.

Season 5, Episode 14 | Pastor Chad connects remotely with Linnea Morris to break down 2 Thessalonians 2:1-12, highlighting warnings against deception, the rebellion, Satan's signs and wonders, and condemnation for those who reject truth.

Season 5, Episode 13 | For the first time, Pastor Chad welcomes the founder of 22 Beans and sponsor of the podcast, Brad Bates, to examine 2 Thessalonians 1:5-12. Together they focus on God's righteous judgment, relief from afflictions, and glorifying Christ through faith.

Season 5, Episode 12 | Pastor Chad chats with Tyler Smith on 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, highlighting Paul's thanksgiving, growing faith amid persecution, and mutual encouragement in the church.

Season 5, Episode 11 | Pastor Chad teams up with Linnea Morris for a discussion on 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28, touching on honoring those who labor in the Lord, giving thanks in all circumstances, avoiding evil, and complete sanctification by God.

Season 5, Episode 10 | Pastor Marshall joins Pastor Chad, in person this time, to delve into 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11. Together they cover the sudden arrival of the Lord's day, staying alert as people of the light, and mutual encouragement through Christ's salvation.

Season 5, Episode 9 | Pastor Chad takes on 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 solo, and explores the concepts of grieving with hope, the resurrection of the dead in Christ, and the Lord's return.

Season 5, Episode 8 | Pastor Chad and Parker Smith read 1 Thessalonians 4:9-12, discussing brotherly love, living quietly, minding one’s own affairs, and working diligently to honor God before outsiders.

Season 5, Episode 7 | Pastor Chad and Tyler Smith explore 1 Thessalonians 4:1-8, unpacking God's will for sanctification, abstaining from sexual immorality, and exercising self-control in holiness.

Season 5, Episode 6 | Pastor Chad and Matt Neeley explore 1 Thessalonians 3:6-13, unpacking Paul's joy and relief over the church's faith, the power of prayer, and pursuing holiness in community.

Season 5, Episode 5 | Pastor Chad welcomes new guest Ryan Thorson, a fellow pastor and doctoral cohort member, as they record from Cape Town, South Africa.  Ryan shares his personal journey with the Bible, from childhood memories in a pastor's home to his current devotional practices like Lectio Divina and inductive study.  Together, they dive into 1 Thessalonians, exploring Paul's encoura...

Season 5, Episode 4 | Pastor Chad and Truett look at 1 Thessalonians 2:13–16 , where Paul thanks God that the Thessalonians embraced the gospel as God’s Word and stood firm in faith despite opposition. Truett also shares how daily time in Scripture has deepened his commitment to Christ.

Season 5, Episode 3 | Pastor Chad and Pastor LJ reflect on life changes, parenting, and ministry before diving into 1 Thessalonians 2:1–12 . They talk about Paul’s deep care for the Thessalonian church; highlighting Paul’s sincerity, the emotional weight of ministry, and the importance of serving with integrity—not for approval or gain, but out of love for God and others.

Season 5, Episode 2 | Pastor Chad reconnects with Derek Hutchison, the man who led him to Christ, as they reflect on their shared history and dive into 1 Thessalonians 1. They explore how true faith shows up through endurance, love, and a life that points others to Jesus—even in hardship. "I Know the Plans" by Derek Hutchison: https://a.co/d/8kHEhcn

Season 5, Episode 1 | Kicking off Season 5, Pastor Chad and August Huckabee revisit Acts 17:1–9 to explore how Paul’s brief but bold ministry in Thessalonica led to both belief and backlash. They reflect on faithfulness in the face of uncertainty and how true success in ministry is measured by obedience, not outcomes.

Season 4, Episode 17 | Chad and Tyler discuss Galatians 6:11–18, where Paul urges believers to reject legalism and boast only in the cross of Christ. They reflect on living with a singular focus on Jesus and letting go of worldly measures of success.

Season 4, Episode 16 | Pastor Chad and LJ reflect on Galatians 6:6–10, discussing how true faith shows in what we invest in—whether the flesh or the Spirit—and the importance of perseverance, doing good, and caring for the church community, especially in seasons of hardship.

Season 4, Episode 15 | Chad and Granger reflect on Galatians 6:1–5, highlighting the call to gently restore others caught in sin while staying spiritually grounded. They stress the need for accountability, personal discipline, and community as essential for bearing one another’s burdens and living out the gospel.

Season 4, Episode 14 | Chad and Linnea discuss Galatians 5:16–26, focusing on walking by the Spirit and producing spiritual fruit. Linnea shares how time away deepened her reflection and shaped how she teaches the fruit of the Spirit to her kids.

Season 4, Episode 13 | Chad and Tyler Smith  discuss Galatians 5:1–15, focusing on the freedom we have in Christ and the danger of falling back into legalism. They talk about spiritual disciplines like Bible reading, prayer, and community, while reflecting on the heart behind those practices—whether they're done out of love for God or simply to "check boxes."