To Be The Church

This week, the guys respond to a video of a preacher telling women that their husbands' faithfulness depends solely on their physical beauty. Andrew, Tyler, and Ben talk through the responsibility that comes with preaching and the very real danger when that responsibility is neglected. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethec...

What should we expect from our pastors? This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben talk through a recently published article from The Gospel Coalition. The guys discuss the role of the pastor and how each of them carries the burdens and joys of pastoral ministry. RESOURCES: TGC Article: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/expect-less-pastor-current-events/ CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com faceb...

This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben respond to a Cartoon Network commercial. The guys talk about different topics in culture and how the normalization of unbiblical, or even anti-biblical, themes affects Christians today. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben discuss the origins of the TBTC Podcast and how each of them came to Northwest Gospel Church. The guys discuss a listener question about the difference between 'worship' and 'musical worship.' And lastly, the guys finally get around to a rather uncomfortable topic... how in the world did Ben get on the podcast? RESOURCES: Unceasing Worship by Harold Best: https://...

It has finally happened. The To Be The Church podcast is now available in video form! This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben discuss a TBTC listener question. How can John 3:16 and Ephesians 1:5 both be true? The guys talk about how to approach the Bible when Scripture seems to contradict itself. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/to...

This week, Andrew and Tyler are talking about a fundraising campaign happening in our local context, Northwest Gospel Church. The guys discuss our efforts to improve the live stream quality, give more opportunities for people to serve, and continue to proclaim the gospel as far and as wide as we can. RESOURCES: - The Gospel: Proclaimed to be Heard: nwgospel.com/thegospel CONTACT US: podcast@tobeth...

This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben are back and they have a lot to cover. The guys discuss the last few weeks in our country, this week's Presidential Inauguration, and how these events have been handled on social media. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Ben is joined by Max for an interview with Gavin Ortlund, author of Finding the Right Hills to Die On: The Case for Theological Triage. Gavin discusses how the practice of theological triage can help Christians pursue unity in their churches and communities. RESOURCES: - Finding the Right Hills to Die On: www.amazon.com/Finding-Right-Hills-Die-Theological/dp/1433567423 - Gavin's website...

This week we revisit a discussion between Andrew, Tyler, and Ben about Northwest Gospel Church's Community Group rhythms as well as the resources that NGC produces for group leaders and participants. RESOURCES: Esther Sermon Study Guide: https://indd.adobe.com/view/72f4175b-b184-435a-9341-1421de755602 CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instag...

What do you do when you find yourself removed from the doctrine of your church? This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben talk about what it's like to be theologically homeless and the joy of coming home. RESOURCES: - Andrew's 10-Year Anniversary video: nwgospel.com/10years CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

This is an international episode... according to Tyler. Andrew and Tyler discuss a tweet claiming Esther was a sex slave. The guys also respond to a TBTC listener question about the Crusades. RESOURCES: - NGC Sermon Series on Esther: https://www.nwgospel.com/ev-sermons?sapurl=LysxY2E4L2xiL21zLytwcGpnZHdjP2JyYW5kaW5nPXRydWUmZW1iZWQ9dHJ1ZQ== CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethe...

A couple of weeks ago, the guys discussed what it looks like to transition well in ministry (Episode 275). This week, they discuss the other side of the coin. How do you transition well when you're a church member who's not in vocational ministry? Andrew and Tyler also respond to a listener question about conspiracy theories and QAnon. RESOURCES: - TBTC Episode 275: https://tobethe.church/to-be-th...

This week, Andrew and Tyler cover a lot of ground. The guys start by discussing some new and creative ways to spend time in Scripture every day. Andrew and Tyler respond to a question from multiple TBTC listeners about some controversy surrounding musical worship leader Sean Feucht. And lastly, Tyler learns a new phrase. RESOURCES: - NGC Camas/Washougal Sermon on Luke 10:38-42: https://subspla.sh/...

Happy Black Friday! This week, Tyler and Ben cover a lot of ground. They kick off the episode by discussing a potential new podcast... To Be The Dad. Next, they break down some different musical worship songs about fighting our battles. And to finish off this week, they share highlights from a recent talk given by Jared C. Wilson on the four habits of gospel-centered leaders. RESOURCES: - Battle B...

This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben respond to a listener question about whether or not churches are focusing too much on leadership development and not enough on actual gospel ministry. At what point does tracking trends, articulating metrics, and analyzing programs distract us from the work of the gospel? RESOURCES: - Liberating Ministry from the Success Syndrome by R. Kent & Barbara Hughes: https...

This week, Tyler interviews Andy Ziesemer. Andy is a musical worship leader, songwriter, and president of A Jesus Mission. Together, Tyler and Andy talk about global missions, witnessing to your neighbors, and Andy's new book: Our Mission In Christ. RESOURCES: - Andy's book: Our Mission In Christ: https://bit.ly/OurMissionInChrist - A Jesus Mission: https://ajesusmission.org/ CONTACT US: podcast@t...

What a week! Andrew, Tyler, and Ben take a moment to process the last few days, the pending election results, and how we should live in times like these. The guys also respond to a listener question about what to do when you're having trouble committing to a local church. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

With the 2020 Election right around the corner, many of us are wondering how we can be the Church in the midst of such a crazy season. Andrew and Tyler talk through some of the major players, the major issues, and the current election season overall. RESOURCES: - Policies, Persons, and Paths to Ruin by John Piper: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/policies-persons-and-paths-to-ruin CONTACT US:...

When is the right time to find a new job at a different church? This week Andrew, Ben, and Tyler talk about ministry transitions. They discuss different questions to ask, counsel to seek, and ways to leave one's current context well. RESOURCES: - Leadership and Church Size Dynamics by Tim Keller: https://seniorpastorcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Tim-Keller-Size-Dynamics.pdf CONTACT US: po...

You love it. We love it. This week, we have a new segment of Lyrical Analysis. Andrew and Tyler discuss House on a Hill by Amanda Lindsey Cook. The guys talk about songs that aren't great for Sunday gathering but that are still powerful songs that should be heard and enjoyed. RESOURCES: - Learning to Love the Psalms by W. Robert Godfrey: https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Love-Psalms-Study-Guide/dp/1...

This week, Andrew and Tyler dive into their caches of saved tweets. Listen in as the guys discuss some of these interesting posts and how Christians can engage on a platform like Twitter. RESOURCES: - Brandon Smith's Tweet: https://twitter.com/brandon_d_smith/status/1309941415842131968 CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethec...

This week Andrew, Tyler, and Ben discuss a listener question about the end times. Is what we've seen so far this year just the beginning? The guys talk about these topics and questions as well as how we can be the church in light of all that is happening in our world. RESOURCES: - NGC Statement of Faith: https://www.nwgospel.com/what-defines-us CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/to...

Andrew, Tyler, and Ben are back in the office and ready to get down to business. This week, the guys discuss a TBTC listener question about if local church gatherings are really that necessary. RESOURCES: - Analog Church by Jay Kim: https://www.amazon.com/Analog-Church-People-Places-Digital/dp/083084158X/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=2KCV04IGVGLHP&dchild=1&keywords=analog+church&qid=1600388107&sprefix=anal...

This week, we're back with some more episodes to share from The Church Scattered: A Daily Devotional Podcast. You can check out The Church Scattered at tobethechurch.com or wherever you stream your podcasts. RESOURCES: - The Church Scattered Podcast: tobethechurch.com CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

Over the last few months, we have introduced you to The Church Scattered Podcast. Recently, this daily devotional podcast covered Philippians 3:8 in a trio of episodes that we wanted to share it with the entire TBTC family. Be sure to subscribe to The Church Scattered wherever you get your podcasts! RESOURCES: - The Church Scattered Podcast: tobethechurch.com CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com...