To Be The Church

To Be The Church

Religion EN ↓ 523 episodes

Each Friday, a few NGC pastors Andrew, Tyler, and Ben host a podcast about theology, the Christian life, and what it looks like ‘to be the church’ together.

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To Be The Church

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Religion

Podcast website

ngceastside.com

Latest episode

Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

445. Would You Phone In A Sermon? 05.04.2024

This week, Andrew and Ben talk about sermons. How do they prep? Does it change from week to week? Would they ever "phone in" and sermon?  Contact Us: podcast@tobethechurch.com instagram.com/tobethechurch facebook.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

444. Preaching for Good Friday and Easter 29.03.2024

This week, Ben and Andrew talk about Holy Week and their approach to preaching for Good Friday and Easter Sunday. They ask the question, what are you winning new comers to? CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch instragram.com/tobethechurch

443. Expositional Preaching & a Strange Visitor at the Church Office 15.03.2024

How does Andrew approach expositional preaching? Andrew discusses a class on how he was taught and developed his preaching processes. The guys also discuss an odd encounter at the church office.  You can also watch the video podcast at youtube.com/tobethechurch CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobeth...

442. The 2024 Election is Here 08.03.2024

The next election is upon us. This week, the guys talk about the next election and why they choose not to endorse a candidate as a church leader.  CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

441. Does God Intentionally Cause Harm? 01.03.2024

Does God cause people harm on purpose? This week, all three guys address a listener's question about God sending a harmful spirit to King Saul. What does this mean, and what are the implications for us Christians today? CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

440. Must I Be Baptized? 23.02.2024

This week, Tyler and Ben addressed a common question: Do you have to be baptized to be a Christian? After addressing the question, they talk about baptism and church membership. Why would someone need to be baptized to be a member of some churches? CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

439. Our Statement of Faith 16.02.2024

This week Andrew and Tyler talk about our churches statement of faith. Why would we update it, what was changed, and why would a church change theirs. Contact us: podcast@tobethechurch.com Facebook: @tobethechurch Instagram: @tobethechurch

438. God Told Me the 49ers Would Win the Super Bowl 09.02.2024

49ers Vs. The Chiefs. This week the guys talk about the Super Bowl and their thoughts on the game. As well, did God tell a online Pastor to start and sell a crypto currency? CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

437. Start With Your Calling... Not That Calling 02.02.2024

What is your calling? It's probably not what you think. This week the guys talk about a ton of stuff - some fun, some serious, and some of Charles Spurgeon. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

436. AI In The Church 26.01.2024

This week Tyler and Ben are join by special guest, Cody Wisenbaker and they discuss the use and ethical implications of artificial intelligence in the church. Also, a listen sent in a "letter from Paul" to the church of America for the guys to comment on. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

435. What Is Biblical Masculinity? 12.01.2024

This week Andrew and Tyler talk about Biblical masculinity. What does the culture say about being a man? What does the Bible say? Is there any overlap? Contact: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

434. Elements Of A Christian Worldview 05.01.2024

This week Ben and Andrew discuss Genesis 1:1 and the implications it holds for a Christian's worldview. Also, how should a Christian approach reading Old Testament narrative. CONTACT: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

433. Why Doesn't God Save Everyone? 22.12.2023

If it is God who changes the heart of a sinner, why doesn't he save everyone? The guys dive into this questions and others like it this week on the last episode of TBTC of 2023. CONTACT US AT: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook: @tobethechurch instagram: @tobethechurch

432. Church Hurt: Who's to Blame? 15.12.2023

If you are hurt at or church or by a church leader who is to blame? Is it the Church, is it the person, is it both? This week, Tyler, Andrew, and Ben answer this question and more. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch instragram.com/tobethechurch

431. Small Church vs. Big Church 08.12.2023

Ben, Tyler, and Andrew discuss the differences between a big church and a small church. Is one inherently better? Do believes prefer one over the other? These questions and more on this week's episode of TBTC. Contact us at: Podcast@tobethechurch.com Facebook.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

430. Is the Internet Making Us Dumber? 03.12.2023

This week the guys are back together! They are asking the question, is the internet making us dumber? CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

429. Pastors, Friendship, and Acts 29 17.11.2023

This week Tyler and Andrew talk about the Acts 29 conference hosted at Northwest Gospel Church and the subject of friendship in pastor ministry. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

428. Sermon Series And Community Group Study Guides 10.11.2023

This week Tyler is all by himself! He addresses a listener question on how we make our sermon series study guides, how we decide what to preach, and more. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

427. Internship, Vocational Ministry, and The Class of 2024 03.11.2023

This week Tyler sits down with former preaching track intern, Will Gunn. They discuss what the NGC internship is all about, what to expect, and who would be a good fit for the next internship here at Northwest Gospel Church. More Info: nwgospel.com/intern Will's Instagram: @will_thethrill09 Contact Us: podcast@tobethechurch.com Socials @tobethechruch

426. Lyrical Analysis Is Back! 27.10.2023

Everyone's favorite nit-picky segment of diving into lyrics of Christian songs to see if they are true, clear, and compelling. This week Andrew, Ben, and Tyler discuss one of Phil Wickham's newer singles. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

425. Preaching To Teenagers 13.10.2023

Does preaching to teenagers change the way we preach? Should a sermon for youth group be different or more topical than another? This week, the guys addressed these questions on preaching and a problematic Facebook post. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com youtube.com/tobethechurch Facebook.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch

424. Style vs. Substance In The Church 08.10.2023

So often the church can focus on style or substance and sometimes lack a good middle ground. This week Andrew, Tyler, and Ben discuss style vs. substance as well as what they are planning for the advent season. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

423. Are Current Bible Translations Legit? 29.09.2023

This week Tyler and Andrew answer a listeners question. Are the current Bible translations we have legitimate, specifically in regards to specific sins and sexual ethics. Resources: What Does the Bible Really Teach about Homosexuality by Kevin DeYoung https:// www.thenivbible.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/HCCP_Bible_translation_chart_2018.pdf

422. Casting Out Demons in a Church Gathering 22.09.2023

Are we commanded in the Bible to cast out demons publicly? This week Tyler, Andrew, and Ben address this and other questions about spiritual warfare. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch

421. Christianity vs. Islam: The Spread of these Religions 15.09.2023

Today Tyler and Andrew talk about the spread of Christianity vs. Islam and how the juxtaposition is stark. As well the answer a listener's question on why we don't have a cross in our gathering space.

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