To Be The Church

Today we’re joined by Courtney, a new member of our team at To Be The Church. She asks “Questions from a College Grad,” and we spend a good amount of time talking about finding Christ in the Old Testament. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Preaching Christ from Ecclesiastes by Sidney Greidanus, Preaching Christ from the Old Testament by Sidney Greidanus, The Scriptures Testify About Me Edited by DA Carson, C...

Today we’re answering questions, and often we don’t have the answers. Andrew and Tyler cover everything from God punishing the faithful to drummers getting struck by lightning to what it really means to be the church. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: They Like Jesus but Not the Church by Dan Kimball, Christless Christianity by Michael Horton CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch...

On this week’s episode, we break our normal format to talk with a missionary who is serving in one of the most volatile regions in the world. We talk about preaching the gospel to unreached people groups, life in a country where you’re not welcome, and the dangers of life on the field. If you’d like to reach our guest, email us at podcast@lpcvan.com . CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebo...

Brent joins Tyler and Andrew again this week, as they rapid fire some Christian vs. Christianese. They also talk leadership, the Kansas City Royals, and how leaders should spend their time. In this week’s “ology” segment, we talk about the much talked about “millenials” and the way that they treat the church. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethec...

This week, Andrew and Tyler are joined by LPC’s Executive Pastor, Brent Kimball. They answer some questions revolving around the cussing episode, as well as talk doxology, how we choose our music, and Hillsong’s lyrics. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Women in the Church by Andreas Kostenberger, Washington: A Life by Ron Chernow, Neighbors and Wise Men by Tony Kriz CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , f...

This week, we begin a new segment: Christian or Christianese, where we discuss terminology used by Christians. We also handle an Anonymous Comment, talk Ecclesiology, and discuss Tyler’s uncomfortable Sunday morning. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: LPCVAN Music CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch

Today we talk about cussing, cursing, swearing, flipping the bird, and Tyler’s Grandma. Enjoy. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch

On Episode 12, Andrew and Tyler talk about the fact that they’ll likely regret a lot of things they say on this podcast. They continue the conversation from last week about pastoral transitions, and they talk about Ecclesiastes 3, God’s sovereignty, and our new sermon series “For Tomorrow We Die.” RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Surprised by Hope by NT Wright, Episode 5 of the To Be The Church Podcast, For...

On today’s episode, Andrew and Tyler talk about when to leave a church, the classic cop-out “I’m not being fed,” and the role that staff transitions play in the decision to leave. We also talk about Romans 7 and the concept of “already/not yet,” the idea that the kingdom of God is here in true form (because of Jesus), but not yet in full form (because he hasn’t yet returned). RECOMMENDED RESOURCES...

This week, Drew tells us about the recent mission to The LA Dream Center. We also talk about Spring Training in the church, and we recommend our favorite podcasts. Also, we introduce a new segment called Random Questions with Drew, where we cover the topics of daddy/daughter dates, six pack abs, eyebrows, and (literally) 45 other questions from Drew. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Break It Down with Matt...

On this week’s podcast, we are joined by LPC Youth Pastor Drew Saccenti, and we discuss his popular blog post, “Pastors, Stop Calling Your Wives Hot.” We also talk strategy with Chris, the winner of our March Madness bracket. Anonymous Comments are back, and we handle some listener questions. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Pastors, Stop Calling Your Wives Hot by Drew Saccenti, Chris Snow’s band – The Disa...

This week, we break our normal format to talk about the creative elements of Good Friday and Easter. LifePoint’s Media Director Bo Lane joins Tyler as they discuss the weekend, have a conversation with Scott Erickson, the painter from Good Friday, and listen to a song from the Death Deserved Gathering. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: ExPastors.com , LPCVan.com , LPCVAN App on iTunes, LPCVAN App on Android,...

It’s Easter week, and we’re gearing up for a great weekend here at LifePoint. Today we discuss a question we get asked often: “What does a pastor do all week?” We talk church size dynamics and the role of a Lead Pastor as a church grows. For this week’s OLOGY segment, we cover pneumatology, prophecy, yelling out in church, and how the Holy Spirit moves. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Church Size Dynamics...

On Episode 6, we premiere the first song from next week’s Good Friday gathering, and we talk about the way that pastors should dress and Andrew’s biceps. In this week’s Ology segment, we discuss soteriology, the study of salvation, as well as the idea of altar calls, J.D. Greear’s book “Stop Asking Jesus Into Your Heart,” and our own experiences of salvation. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Stop Asking Jes...

This week, Tyler and Andrew begin a new segment dissecting “Anonymous Comments” that we have received at LifePoint. We are also joined by last week’s preacher, Dr. Gerry Breshears from Western Seminary. Gerry and Sam talk about eschatology, preaching, and more. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Doctrine by Mark Driscoll & Gerry Breshears, The Bible & The Future by Anthony Hoekema, Heaven by Randy Alcorn CONT...

It’s time for March Madness, so fill out a bracket and join our challenge. Today we talk about the importance of community in our LifeGroups and how we do them at LPC. In our “ology” segment, Andrew and Tyler discuss equipping others in the church as it relates to preaching and music. Also, we close the podcast recommending some dead guys for you to read. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Leadership & Church...

Today we are joined by Sam Cassese, Associate Pastor here at LifePoint. Join us as we discuss Sunday’s sermon, The Christian Sexual Ethic, as well as conversations on parenting, the phrase “perception is reality,” and cheap things to do in Portland/Vancouver. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Loving the Little Years by Rachel Jankovic, Camas Liberty Theater, The Academy Theater, McMenamin’s St. Johns, The Ob...

Have we put music in the church in a place that it doesn’t belong? Have we functionally decided that it has become a mediator between us and God? Join Tyler Clarensau and Andrew Murch as they discuss this and other elements of our doxology, as well as baptism, Easter, and Trivia Crack.

Today we talk about our conviction to preach expositionally, the concept behind our our current sermon series artwork, and how we interact as the church together. We'll cover why Andrew's face was swollen to twice its size, what Tyler is listening to, and a few highlights from The Hope and The Burden.

Tyler wrote his own eulogy. This week, the guys discuss the future, the past, goal setting, and what drives us. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

Ben discusses a topic that has been on his heart recently. Marriage, the charge of a husband, and what does it look like to love your wife as Christ loves the Church. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

This week on the podcast, Ben and Stephen Collins discuss the 4 C's of Christian leadership. The roles and qualifications of Elder & Deacon, as well how this relates to even Christians not currently in Church Leadership. Contact us at podcast@tobethechurch.com Social Media: Instagram.com/tobethechurch facebook.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

Sign up: nwgospel.com/mensretreat Passivity in men doesn’t just affect men individually — it shapes families, churches, and entire communities. In this episode, the guys talk about the danger of passive men, why biblical discipleship for men matters, and the vision behind Northwest Gospel Church’s first-ever Gospel Men Retreat. They discuss leadership, brotherhood, spiritual growth, and why men we...