To Be The Church

This week Andrew is out of the office, so Tyler and Ben are joined by Courtney Huskisson, a ministry associate on our local church staff. They discuss social media, smartphones, the digital age. How can we disciple and care for people in the digital age? RESOURCES: - Analog Church by Jay Kim: https://www.amazon.com/Analog-Church-People-Places-Digital/dp/083084158X - The Ruthless Elimination of Hur...

This week, Andrew and Tyler respond to a recent video that asks if local churches should be singing songs from Bethel and Hillsong. The guys discuss some different approaches to choosing songs for the local church, and they cover a crucial difference between Bethel and Hillsong. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Andrew, Ben, and Tyler respond to a listener question about celebrity pastors and their legitimacy. The guys also discuss the song "The Father's House" in a new segment of Lyrical Analysis. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

We've got a special TBTC episode for you! Today, the guys discuss Super Bowl LIV. Tyler enjoys one final victory lap as the guys breakdown some major plays and moments from the game. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

This week Andrew, Tyler, and Ben discuss 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 instagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Andrew and Tyler a popular phrase in a new segment of Christian or Christian-ese. The guys talk about whether or not Christians should challenge each other by saying "be a part of God's plan or he'll use someone else." CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

Super Bowl LIV is this weekend! Andrew and Tyler discuss NFL coaches, ministry team development, and Super Bowl Sunday predictions. RESOURCES: Sticky Church by Larry Osbourne: https://www.amazon.com/Sticky-Church-Leadership-Network-Innovation/dp/0310285089 CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Andrew and Tyler discuss the question that no one is asking when looking for a local church. The guys also respond to a listener question about 1 Timothy 2 and women in ministry. RESOURCES: - NGC's 1st Timothy Sermon Series: https://www.nwgospel.com/ev-sermons?sapurl=LysxY2E4L2xiL21zLytmMTk3M2U4P2JyYW5kaW5nPXRydWUmZW1iZWQ9dHJ1ZQ== - NGC's Titus 1:5-9 Sermon: https://www.nwgospel.com/ev-...

This week, Andrew and Tyler are back at it on the TBTC Podcast. Andrew recaps the reading, discussions, and applications of his latest class at Western Seminary. The guys also talk about Andrew's sermon on Titus 1:5-9, where Paul instructs Titus on the qualifications of elders in the local church. RESOURCES: - Zack Eswine's books: https://www.amazon.com/Zack-Eswine/e/B001JS8HVG/ref=dp_byline_cont_...

This week, Tyler and Ben spend time reflecting on 2019 and give some recommendations for music, books, and podcasts that impacted them last year. The guys also discuss a listener question about what to do after finding out about a dating relationship between an adult youth staff member and an underage student. RESOURCES: Music: Dragons by Drew Holcomb & the Neighbors: https://open.spotify.com/albu...

This week on the To Be The Church Podcast, Tyler interviews his dad, Dr. Mike Clarensau. Together, they talk through the DISC Assessment and its application in the context of a local church staff. In Part 2 of this two-part episode, they cover the final two aspects of the DISC Assessment and how those with different DISC types can work well together. RESOURCES: DISC Assessment: https://www.terrygu...

This week on the To Be The Church Podcast, Tyler interviews his dad, Dr. Mike Clarensau. Together, they talk through the DISC Assessment and its application in the context of a local church staff. In Part 1 of this two-part episode, they cover some background and context for the DISC Assessment and then they dive into the first two aspects of the DISC Assessment. RESOURCES: DISC Assessment: https:...

This week, Andrew and Tyler discuss and respond to a recent video released on the Official White House Twitter account. In this video, musical worship leaders, Kari Jobe & Cody Carnes, talk about their opportunity to meet in the White House, pray for America's leaders, and see all that the current administration is doing. RESOURCES: Kari Jobe & Cody Carnes' Video: https://twitter.com/WhiteHouse/st...

This week, Andrew and Tyler respond to a question about how to read Jesus' healing of the Gerasene demoniac (Lk 8:26-39). Can this text be taken as allegory? What texts can be taken as allegory? The guys also discuss a recent tweet stating that the sermon is just a warm-up for musical worship.

This week Andrew, Tyler, and Ben discuss VR Church. The guys discuss VR Church's virtual gatherings and if "gathering" online is a legitimate way to be the Church. They guys also talk about local church live streams. Are they helpful or hurtful? RESOURCES: VR Church Baptism: youtube.com/watch?v=8xk6LGe2sBQ VR Church Gathering: youtube.com/watch?v=d_T6gR--3O4 CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com f...

Happy Thanksgiving! This week we have an archive episode for you all where Tyler and Andrew talk about the reason for the TBTC Podcast. Why do we do it? Also, Tyler and Andrew respond to a question from a listener about thematic sermons and asking for money from the pulpit. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch

With Andrew and Ben out of the office, Tyler is joined by the other two members of NGC's Creative Team. Tyler, Cody, and Max discuss the different layers of continuing education and developing new skills. RESOURCES: Cody Wisenbaker (audio, photo/video, graphics): codyw@nwgospel.com Max Janusch (music, graphics): maxj@nwgospel.com CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twi...

This week, Tyler has a conversation with Phil Bowdle, author of Rethink Communication. Together, Tyler and Phil discuss how local churches can effectively communicate with their people. RESOURCES: Rethink Communication by Phil Bowdle: https://www.amazon.com/Rethink-Communication-Playbook-Communicate-Everything/dp/179206456X CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.c...

Can we lose our salvation? Can we truly fall from grace? This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben talk about the perseverance of the saints. RESOURCES: Stop Asking Jesus into Your Heart by J.D. Greear: https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Asking-Jesus-Into-Heart/dp/1433679213 CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, the guys continue their discussion on being 'called to ministry.' They discuss social media pastors and scrolling twitter with peace. Also, Tyler goes into labor? CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben talk about being called to ministry. They guys discuss different methods and practices to test that feeling of being 'called.' RESOURCES: Called to the Ministry by Edmund Clowney: https://www.amazon.com/Called-Ministry-Edmund-P-Clowney/dp/0875521444 CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechur...

Fake Andrew has struck again! This week, Tyler talks about messing with the most recent email scammer posing as Andrew. The guys also discuss a TBTC listener's question about disputes between Christians and sexual abuse cases in local churches. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Andrew is out of the office and Tyler and Ben are running the show. The guys sit down and discuss missions organizations. What questions should local churches be asking before the partner with para-church missions organizations? RESOURCES: When Helping Hurts by Steve Corbett & Brian Fikkert https://www.amazon.com/When-Helping-Hurts-Alleviate-Yourself/dp/0802409989 Convoy of Hope: convoy...

This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben respond to two questions from TBTC listeners. The first question is all about pride. Is all pride sinful? Can a Christian rightly be proud of his child, friend, or spouse? The second question comes from a listener looking for resources for an ongoing discussion with a friend about biblical sexuality and purity. RESOURCES: Practicing Affirmation by Sam Crabtree: ht...

This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben look at a recently released song in a new segment of Lyrical Analysis. Digging into the lyrics of "Forever Amen" by The Union Chattanooga, they guys discuss their thoughts on the song and what it teaches churches who are singing it. RESOURCES: "Forever Amen" by The Union Chattanooga: https://open.spotify.com/track/5Y0isHk9xxBiJZns9zqtgg?si=ExsYCdyKRCyWdkWqnNs8rw C...