Your Church Friends Podcast

If the first six chapters were about what we do, then the remaining chapters 7-16 can be categorized as how we worship God. This amazing ancient Christian writing teaches us that baptism is an important part of the covenant agreement between the believer and God, and that it is more than just a symbolic act. It provides instructions on how to make prayer a regular part of our day and life and show...

Chapters 1-6 of the Didache offer a compelling contrast between the Way of Life and the Way of Death. This ancient Christian text teaches that the way of life begins with loving God and loving our neighbors as ourselves. It goes on to emphasize practical actions such as blessing those who curse us, praying for our enemies, fasting for those who persecute us, and being generous. Rather than focusin...

The Didache, also known as the Teaching of the Twelve Apostles, was written in the first century and contains vital Christian principles for leading a godly life, undergoing conversion, and participating in church rituals. Serving as a "church manual" or "handbook" of Christian ethics and church order, it outlines fundamental teachings and practices that the early Christians believed new believers...

On this YCF Special presentation, take a trip with us back in time to July 31, 2022, when Muireadhach spoke at our home church, Calvary Bellflower, on Daniel 3. He delivers a powerful message on how Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego ended up in Babylon and how their refusal to compromise on eating the food sacrificed to idols allowed them to have the strength to be 'Fearless in the Fire'.   Visit ou...

By the 8th century there were over 70 healthy churches in the city of Crete. Yes that’s the same Crete that was known to be filled with brutes, gluttons, and liars. How did that happen? Maybe it was that short three paged letter Paul wrote to Titus that really stuck to the people there and made a lasting difference in their community. A letter to remind the faithful Pastor, Titus, that to build th...

It was Crete, and we all know who the people of Crete are - nothing but brutes, gluttons, and liars. This is where Paul placed Titus to clean up the church and establish it. So, what did Titus need to do? He needed to look for people with great character, and he knew it would be difficult. But he also knew that character had to come before competency, and godliness before giftedness. If they were...

What is The Trinity? What was the view of God, Jesus and the Holy Spirit in the Old Testament? How did the early Church view the theology of The Trinity and how could a term that’s not mentioned in the Bible bring so much debate? Listen as Your Church Friends have an authentic conversation into the Trinity from the Forgotten Book of Titus.   The Trinity from Scroll Publishing: https://www.youtube....

We would like to say Thank You to Dr. Michael Heiser who passed away February 20, 2023 and as he would put it stepped into the Unseen Realm. He will be missed by all who knew him and all who learned to know God better from his work, but his life and legacy will never be forgotten. Thank you for all you did to build God's Kingdom.   What was life on Crete like and what were the people there known f...

What are the Pastoral Letters, and who wrote Titus? How does the vocabulary and style of Titus relate to its authorship? What was the role of a scribe, and could Luke have played a role in the letter to Titus? Listen as Your Church Friends dive deep into the Forgotten Book of Titus and unpack all these questions.   Breakdown of the Forgotten Book of Titus: -              Introduction & instruction...

Join along as Muireadhach reads the Forgotten Book of Titus.   Visit our Website: https://yourchurchfriends.rocks/   The Holy Bible, Berean Study Bible, BSB Copyright ©2016, 2020 by Bible Hub Used by Permission. All Rights Reserved Worldwide.   Berean Bible Homepage: https://berean.bible/

How do you find hope in the middle of disaster? How can you see any light of hope when your home is being invaded, your city is burning, your temple is being destroyed, and your family or friends are either being killed in front of you or carried off to a foreign land? This is what Jeremiah experienced while writing Lamentations, and in the midst of this book about pain and devastation, he wrote,...

Here it is, the 100th official episode of Your Church Friends! In front of a live audience, we covered the topic "Things I Wish I Knew Sooner in My Christian Walk." Listen as Chris and Muireadhach talk about what they wished they had known earlier in their Christian journeys. They discuss the importance of transparency, accountability, how to read the Bible, and that becoming like Jesus is a lifel...

For 900 years, the people were warned and told that if they didn't follow God's laws, judgment would come. They were meant to be God's representatives to the nations, showing them who God is through their conduct. However, instead of spreading God's message, they adopted the habits and characteristics of the nations around them. As a result, God's judgment came in the form of destruction by Babylo...

What is the book of Lamentations? What is the time setting of the book of Lamentations and who was Jeremiah? What does Lamentations show us about God’s character and what is Theodicy? Listen as Your Church Friends dive deep into the Forgotten Book of Lamentations and unpack all these questions.   Breakdown of the Forgotten Book of Lamentations: The desolation of Jerusalem (Lam 1) God’s judgment on...

Join along as Muireadhach reads the Forgotten Book of Lamentations.   Visit our Website: https://yourchurchfriends.rocks/   The Holy Bible, Berean Study Bible, BSB Copyright ©2016, 2020 by Bible Hub Used by Permission. All Rights Reserved Worldwide.   Berean Bible Homepage: https://berean.bible/

It was just one book that was found after years of being lost. It laid out clearly that what the King of Judah and the people had been doing was wrong, so King Josiah made a change. He tore down all the things that were used to worship other gods and had the people celebrate the Passover again. You could say it was a time of spiritual revival for Judah, but the Prophet Zephaniah saw through this a...

What is the connection with Zephaniah 1:2-3 and the flood narrative in Genesis 6? Who is Molech and How does Zephaniah present the day of the Lord? Listen as Your Church Friends dive deep into the Forgotten Book of Zephaniah and unpack all these questions.   Visit our Website:  

How forgotten is the book of Zephaniah? Who is Zephaniah and when was Zephaniah a prophet? Listen as Your Church Friends dive deep into the Forgotten Book of Zephaniah and unpack all these questions.   Breakdown of the Forgotten Book of Zephaniah: Judgment against Judah (Zephaniah 1:1-2:3) Judgment against the nations (Zephaniah 2:4-15) The future of Jerusalem (Zephaniah 3:1-20) Zephaniah & The Bi...

Join along as Muireadhach reads the Forgotten Book of Zephaniah.   Visit our Website: https://yourchurchfriends.rocks/   The Holy Bible, Berean Study Bible, BSB Copyright ©2016, 2020 by Bible Hub Used by Permission. All Rights Reserved Worldwide.   Berean Bible Homepage: https://berean.bible/

Get ready to be blessed on this week's episode. Chris will be diving into the inspiring words of Psalm 1 and discovering how to find true happiness by following God's path. We'll explore the difference between walking with God and following the crowd and learn how meditating on His Word can bring happiness and Godly prosperity to our lives.   Visit our Website:  https://yourchurchfriends.rocks/  ...

Psalm 3 is a beautiful and comforting psalm that speaks to the human experience of facing challenges and seeking refuge in God. In this episode, Chris will delve into the rich meanings and themes of this psalm, and explore how it can provide hope, strength, and comfort in times of trouble. Whether you are facing a difficult situation or simply looking for inspiration and encouragement, this episod...

For Gaius it wasn’t just a title, it was his testimony and it showed through his hospitality. When other believers came to town, Gaius wouldn’t hesitate to open his home to them and when they left, he would provide the provisions they needed for the next journey. For Diotrephes it was all about the title. He was insecure, critical, arrogant, and intimidated others. He didn’t care how he was percei...

He had so much to write to them and some of what was in his heart would have to wait until he was face to face with them, but one very important message couldn’t wait. One message needs to be addressed immediately and so John picks up pen and paper and writes to the church (the chosen lady) to LOVE one another. John, much older, understands the importance of loving one another and what it means to...

What are the Johannine Letters and who wrote 2 & 3 John? Who was 2 John written to? Who are Gaius, Diotrephes & Demetrius and who or what is the antichrist? Listen as Your Church Friends dive deep into the Forgotten Books of 2 & 3 John and unpack all these questions. Breakdown of the Forgotten Book of 2 John: Greeting (1-3) The love commandment (4-6) Warning against false teachers (7-11) Conclusio...

Join along as Muireadhach reads the Forgotten Books of 2 & 3 John.   Visit our Website: https://yourchurchfriends.rocks/   The Holy Bible, Berean Study Bible, BSB Copyright ©2016, 2020 by Bible Hub Used by Permission. All Rights Reserved Worldwide.   Berean Bible Homepage: https://berean.bible/