The Chorus in the Chaos

The episode explores the characteristics and consequences of being a sluggard, a person who chooses the path of laziness and instant gratification. Blake and Jack discuss the spiritual solution and how the gospel transforms the sluggard. Jack also reads some poetry.    Did you know we're on YouTube?    <---- give us a follow!   The Chorus in the Chaos: Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.c...

Having been a Calvinist for 20 years, I have heard many people offer proof texts of why Calvinism is not aligned with the teaching of Holy Scripture. However, none is more common than John 3:16. In this short, bonus episode Jack gives 3 reasons why John 3:16 does not refute Calvinism.    Did you know we're on YouTube?    The Chorus in the Chaos Links: Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com F...

Nearly everyone on earth struggles with how to best manage their time, and Christians are no exception to that rule. Yet the time is short, and our calling is to live wisely in an extremely unwise age. Why then do we have such difficulty redeeming the time, even knowing this? Join Blake and Grayson as they discuss how we must start with a proper theology of time, rooted in the fear of the Lord. Th...

In the lastest episode of TCITC Podcast, Jack is joined by Ross Turner (The Nerdy Pastor) to discuss a topic often ignored in church circles, hypocrisy. We break down the difference between one who struggles with the sin versus the insidious examples of religious hypocrisy we find with the scribes and Pharisees. We also offer guidance and advice for Christians to live a sincere, genuine faith. Che...

In this potentially controversial bonus episode of TCITC Podcast, Blake and Jack look deeply at what 2nd commandment teaches regarding images of God. Is it OK to have pictures of Jesus? What about Sunday School? The Chosen? We address all of this and more. We also take some time to answer listener questions on the topic!  Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook....

In this third, and final, part on the topic of lust, Grayson, Blake, and Jack take a deeper look at Jesus' commentary/application of the 7th commandment and provide some practical tips to help Christians fight against lust and the temptation of sexual sins.  Warning: While not crass or rude, this subject is mature by nature and not recommended for young children. Listener, please be advised.  As w...

In this short, bonus episode of TCITC Podcast, Jack offers some food for thought to those Christians who won't celebrate Halloween.    Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chorusinthec... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chorus_in_the_chaos/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/Chorusnthechaos Intro/Outro Music (by our good friend Nick Illes): https://open.sp...

It is now clear that broad evangelicalism has largely miscalculated how to engage the youth with our evolving, sexualized culture. 30 years of emphasizing purity over faith and repentance, entertainment over meditation, and games over catechisms have left scars. Link to WSJ Article referenced in podcast: HERE   Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chorusi...

Blake, Grayson, and Jack continue their discussion on lust and sexual sins. This time, they dig a bit deeper seriousness of sexual sins and why so many will risk so much for them. Also, Jack reminds everyone of a long-lost internet hero, Pinky the Cat.    Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chorusinthec... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chorus_in_t...

In this episode of TCITC Podcast, we start addressing the sensitive and polarizing topic of lust and sex. This time, we focus on building a theological solid and mortal foundation on sex and marriage. Also, we use the popular TV Show, 'Friends' as an example of how the culture has wrongly presented sex as something less than meaningless.    Warning: The content in this episode is more mature in na...

In this bonus episode of TCITC Podcast, Jack discusses every Christian's responsibility to know and defend the gospel.    The Chorus in the Chorus Information and Links: Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/@thechorusinthechaos7186?si=c0FILXLnzfMzKj1p Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chorusinthec... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chorus_in_t... Twitter:...

Jack, Blake, and Grayson discuss the common Christian struggle of fearing man over fearing God. When we fear man over God, we act in unbelief. This can occur in the fear of physical harm, career concerns, loss of possessions, etc. As Christians, we must aim to learn that the fear of God is the beginning of wisdom and the lens through which we see the world and its challenges.   The Chorus in the C...

In this very special episode of TCITC Podcast, Grayson and Jack sit down with the godfather of Reformed Podcasting, Les Lanphere, to talk about his brand new film, Cessationist. Aside from being a good friend of the podcast, Les is a pioneer in theological documentaries. Be sure to check out his new film, Cessationist, as well as Calvinist and Spirit and Truth.  Check out the film here: https://vi...

After a short summer break, we are back to continue our season 2 series "Common Struggles of the Christian Life". This time, we address a very challenging subject for many Christians: How do you handle it when you have a spouse who is unequally yoked with you? With scripture as our guide, we provide some biblical principles for this common struggle. Thank you for listening and supporting TCITC.  B...

In this bonus episode of TCITC Podcast, Blake, Jack, and Grayson each pick 5 books they would force every Christian to read if they could. Be sure to subscribe, like, and follow us on YouTube for book giveaways!   The Chorus in the Chorus Information and Links: Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com YouTube: / @thechorusinthech... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chorusinthec... Instagram:...

In this bonus episode, Jack is joined by The Nerdy Pastor (Ross Turner) to offer some answers from listeners on the topic of Infant Baptism. What do we do with paedo-communion? Why don't we baptize male babies? Do Presbyterians over-emphasize infant baptism over believer's baptism? Tune in to find out!  Be sure to check our Ross' YouTube Channel:    / @thenerdypastor2778     The Chorus in the Chor...

Programs and sports and hobbies! Oh, my! This bonus episode encourages TCITC parents to stay the course in raising their kids, beginning with the simplest of duties - church attendance   The Chorus in the Chorus Information and Links: Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com YouTube: / @thechorusinthech... Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chorusinthec... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/...

In the final episode of this 4-part mini-series on Infant Baptism, Jack walks through several texts in the New Testament that evidence a Presbyterian, covenantal reading of the bible. Specifically, he focuses on texts that argue for the inclusion of children into the covenant community.    The Chorus in the Chorus Information and Links: Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com YouTube: / @thec...

In part 3 of this mini-series on infant baptism, Jack continues to build the case for infant baptism by highlighting how the continuity of covenants (old and new) gives us grounds to interpret the doctrine and practice of baptism through the covenantal sign of circumcision.    he Chorus in the Chorus Information and Links: Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com YouTube: / @thechorusinthech.....

In part 2 of this mini-series on infant baptism, Jack contrasts the two general frameworks by which Christians interpret scripture (covenantal and dispensational). In doing so, he lays the foundation for a covenantal reading of the bible and the understructure for the doctrine and practice of infant baptism.    he Chorus in the Chorus Information and Links: Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos...

As we briefly intermit in our season 2 theme, Common Struggles of the Christian Life, Jack begins a 4-part mini series on the doctrine and practice of Infant Baptism. In this first episode, he explains why so many American Evangelicals misunderstand Protestant, infant baptism.  Don't worry, baptists! Blake and Grayson will be back soon with a complementary episode(s) defending the believer's only...

Got difficult neighbors? In this bonus episode, Blake throws out some biblical pointers on how to deal with those idiotically inconsiderate, dog doo-doo depositing, won't-cut-their-grass-even-though-they-have-received-two-notices-from-the-city, double parking debauchees that moved in next door"   The Chorus in the Chorus Information and Links: Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.com YouTube:...

In this episode, Blake, Jack, and Grayson look to God's Word for the portrait of biblical womanhood. We aim to define what a biblical woman is, what she does, what she doesn't do, and ultimately who her hope and faith are in (spoiler alert: it's Jesus). It may seem odd to some that 3 middle-aged men are tackling this subject, however, we know that God's Word is clear and stands on its own authorit...

In this short, bonus episode of the Podcast, Jack reflects back on Pride Month and some of the commentary/support he has seen from Progressive Christians on the movement.    The article referenced in the Podcast: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/freedhearts/2023/06/25/pride-month-christians-just-dont-get-it/   The Chorus in the Chorus Information and Links: Website & Blog: www.chorusinthechaos.co...

In this episode of the TCITC Podcast, Blake and Jack discuss the topic of biblical masculinity. What does it look like? How do we define it? How do we live it out? What examples do we have? In a culture where masculinity is often seen as toxic and bad, it's essential for Christians to understand what type of masculinity is sound, true, and biblical. Also, Jack references the movie "A Quiet Place"...