The LBC Podcast

Should we fear Satan? What kind of power does he actually hold over us? How does the Bible's perspective compare with our worldly ideas of the Devil? John sits down with Pastor Eric in this episode to discuss this and so much more.

Have we been misunderstanding holiness? What is the foundational perspective we should hold according to the Bible? Join us as John sits down with David Rimestad to discuss all this and more and discover for yourself a biblical understanding of holiness that should influence every act of obedience in the Christian life.

What is our responsibility within the body of Christ? What is God's plan for ministry within the church? In this episode, John sits down with Pastor Chris to discuss God's call to every believer to serve the Church and something called 'Ministry May'.

In this episode, Pastor Eric and Pastor Dave return to sit down with John and continue their discussion on how to approach and read the book of Revelation. Why is God's holy judgment a good thing? Is studying End Times a distraction? Can I really know the Bible? All this and more in this episode of the LBC Podcast.

In this episode, John and Rhonda sit down with Randi Mason to hear her testimony of her time at Bethel Church in Redding, and how God worked in her life to trust His Word and grow her power of discernment. Listen in to hear all about what God's will is for all of us as we mature in Him.

Is singing necessary to the Christian life? Why does it matter whether we sing in the congregation or not? What if I'm not good at it? In this episode, John sits down with David Rimestad to discuss all this and more. If you're in Christ, you have a song!

Historically, the book of Revelation has led to some people to some pretty sketchy interpretations and conclusions. But what does it really say to us? How are we to approach this important book and read it correctly? As we enter into a new sermon series walking through the book of Revelation, John sits down with Pastor Eric and Pastor Dave to address this question. Here is part one of a two part e...

What does it mean to abide in Christ and why is it not only powerful for us as believers, but essential to living an effective life for Him? Even more, why don't we talk about this more? In this episode, John sits down with David Rimestad to discuss these questions and so much more. Listen in and discover the not-so-secret secret of abiding in Christ. 

Do you believe Jesus is really coming again? Have you allowed time and the world to steal your hope in His second coming? How would deep belief in Jesus' second coming change your life day to day? John sits down with Pastor Eric to discuss these questions and more. So settle down, listen in, and be encouraged today with our living hope!"

In light of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Pastor Eric and John sit down to discuss the Christian response. Who was Charlie Kirk? How can we make sense of what is happening in our nation right now? How do we live lives that are Christ-honoring in the midst of it all? Listen in to find out all this and more!

Is God trying to make America a Christian nation? What role, if any, should the Church play in the affairs of government? Is there any difference between our civic duty and our Christian duty? Eric and John sit down and try and answer these questions and more in this episode.

Is it possible to love someone without affirming their decisions and choices? How does God want us to treat those with whom we disagree? In this episode, Eric and John sit down to have a compassionate discussion on these questions and so much more.

Is there such a thing as "good" or "bad" worship? How can I know that God is pleased with my worship? How do I participate when I'm led in a song I disagree with? In this episode, John sits down with Ryan Pearsey to discuss this and so much more. Together, they pull back the curtain on LBC Worship's philosophy and how they seek to cultivate a discerning spirit among the congregation. 

In this episode, John sits down with David Rimestad to discuss manhood and masculinity. What does biblical masculinity look like? Is there such a thing as toxic masculinity? How could true masculinity change our churches for the better? Together, they will get to the bottom of these questions and more as they contemplate masculinity according to Christ

In this episode, John and Eric discuss church membership. If it's not explicitly stated in the Bible, how can we say it's biblical? What does it look like at LBC? Why does it really matter? You just might be surprised at what God has to say on the topic.

In this episode, John and Eric sit down to discuss the office of the Pope. What is it? What does he do? And more importantly, is the idea of a Pope even biblical? Also, you can catch this conversation on video on the LBC YouTube channel! https://www.youtube.com/@LaurelglenBible Thank you for listening in to our LBC Podcast. If you have any questions please don't hesitate to call the church office...

In this episode, John and Pastor Eric sit down to discuss the topic of predestination. What is it? Is it biblical? And if so, what does it mean for our lives today? Can we actually find comfort and assurance in the doctrine of predestination? Listen in for all this and more.

In this episode, John sits down with "Nate", an LBC-sent global worker ministering to an unreached people group in central Asia. Together, they discuss "Nate's" path to the field, what the work looks like, and what we all hope is to come. Listen in and find out how you can join in and support from Bakersfield.

In this episode, John and Pastor Eric sit down to have a friendly discussion on where we are in the book of Genesis and how it applies to our lives today. Listen in and be encouraged as they talk about the faith of Abraham and how it is an example for how we can live with confidence today regardless of our circumstances. 

In this Song Spotlight episode, John sits down with Ryan Pearsey and Natalie Appleton to do a deep dive on a new song we'll be singing, "All Sufficient Merit", by Bethany Bernard. Listen in as they walk through the song together in an effort to mine the rich truths inside. They'll discuss why they chose this song and how God has used it in their own lives.

In this second part of a two-part episode, John continues the conversation with Pastor Eric and Pastor Chris as they discuss how taking steps of faith and watching God move have personally impacted their spiritual lives. They discuss how it connects to the story of Abraham and how they believe God is calling LBC to take steps of faith. 

The cat's out of the bag! LBC is looking to move locations! In this special two-part episode, John sits down with Pastor Eric and Pastor Chris to hear firsthand the story of how God has moved all kinds of mountains to lead us where we are as a church today. 

In this episode, John sits down with Women's Ministry Coordinator, Rhonda Kolb. Together, they discuss the topic of keeping Christ in Christmas. They share the highlights and lowlights of their own experiences while encouraging everyone, young and old, to reacquaint themselves with the wonder of Jesus' incarnation. 

How do we grow in Christ? What is God's expectation for us? What is my responsibility in the process and what is God's responsibility? In this episode, John sits down with Pastor Andy Middlekauff to discuss all this and more. He even shares about a NEW opportunity happening at LBC!

Is the earth millions of years old or only thousands of years old? How does that answer affect our interpretation of the Bible? And is this debate a hill worth dying on? In this episode, John and Pastor Eric sit down with Ryan D'Cruz who is a geologist and former elder at LBC. Together, they discuss these questions and more to get to the bottom of what Young Earth and Old Earth Creationists share...