Everyday Theologian

This episode wraps up the last episode for the year! Podcast number 35. In this podcast, I share the children's book I wrote, "What is the Bible?" and give a BIG THANKS to YOU for making this platform so fun and encouraging. I pray you have learned more about who God is and how you should live in light of knowing Him. We will see you all next year for Season 3!

Numerous bible verses warn us against false teachers. In this episode, Pastor David Phillips of Paris Bible Church walks us through the characteristics of a false teacher and how we can be alert and guard ourselves against these teachings. You don't want to miss this episode.

Many people experience the emotion of anxiety, especially after living through a global pandemic. In this episode, counselor and founder of Bold and Brave Marriage Coaching shares with us what anxiety is and how to cope with it. Wendy gives us biblical references to hold onto and encourages us that no one is alone in feeling this emotion. Thank you, Wendy!

In this episode, author and discipleship pastor Adam Erlichman shares his newest book, "How We Grow: Heart Posture." Adam gives us a sneak peek into the pages of this book and breaks down what a Christian's heart should look like as we serve the Lord. This book will be available next month exclusively on Amazon! Don't miss this podcast!

In this episode, Pastor Jase Waller discusses a term you may not often hear, though the concept is around us. He breaks down what Progressive Christianity is and how we can be on guard against the ideas of this teaching. Jase is the pastor of Telephone Baptist Church. It was a pleasure learning from him on this podcast. You don't want to miss it.

We've all experienced grief to some degree, which can be challenging to deal with. In this episode, Counselor Kathy Floyd shares a biblical outlook on how to handle this complex emotion. She reminds us of our hope in Heaven and that feelings of grief are normal on Earth. It's always a privilege having her on the show. You don't want to miss this one!

In this episode, Justin Golden, Pastor of Calvary Chapel in Paris, TX, sits down and answers the question, "Can we trust the Bible?" He breaks down what the Bible is, what criteria it took to form the Bible, and why we aren't adding to the Bible now. You don't want to miss this discussion! Thank you, Pastor Justin, for tackling such an important topic.

We've all heard televangelists say, "If you give to this ministry, you will experience healing." Or, "If you have more faith, you will be healed." Are those statements true? Maybe you've asked yourself, "Is it God's will to heal everyone now?" Or heard others say you have the ability to speak healing into existence by 'willing or declaring' it. In this episode, Justin Thompson, a Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary graduate and Associate Pastor of His Place Fellowship, discusses these topics and more! You don't want to miss it.

In this episode, Dr. Tim Reger, a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary and pastor of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Reno, TX, breaks down the book of Revelation in a way that every person can understand. He answers questions that help us better learn the book and know how it applies to our lives today. You definitely don't want to miss this podcast!

Tony Vanderwilt, a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary and pastor of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Paris, TX, joins us again this week! He discusses God creating man and how the world attempts to change what God said was 'good.' You don't want to miss this conversation about sin entering the world and how that has affected every person since. Thank you again, Pastor Tony!

Tony Vanderwilt, a ThM graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary and pastor of Cornerstone Baptist Church in Paris, TX, sits down and helps us walk through creation. This video starts a two-part discussion over Genesis chapters 1-3. There are so many ideas and concepts to glean from studying creation, but what these accounts teach us about the nature and character of God is the best. You don't want to miss this in-depth, fun, theological teaching.

We are wrapping up the testimony series with Tyler Patterson's story. He shares what life was like for him growing up without a father and the powerful truth that God can heal all wounds in our hearts. Tyler is now a youth pastor at Maxey Baptist Church, where he can be the role model to others he desired as a child.

This is our second episode of real people sharing stories of God working in their lives. Jeff Davis, who usually is behind the camera, sat down with us to talk about his battle with drug addiction and the powerful way God saved him from that bondage. You don't want to miss this incredible story of God's love and redemption. Thank you, Jeff, for sharing and reminding us that we aren't alone in our struggles.

This episode kicks off season two of Everyday Theologian's podcast! We are excited to begin with testimonies from real people who have experienced God's hand in their lives. In this episode, Reily Hanley shares with us an auto-immune disease that has changed her life. She talks about the frustration that came with her diagnosis and the growth that has occurred with her relationship with God. You don't want to miss this one! 

Season one of Everyday Theologian ends with listener questions. Justin Golden, the pastor of Calvary Chapel Paris, tackles four questions: 1) How do I know if God asks me to do something? 2) Why should we go to church? 3)What are qualifications and accountability for church pastors and leaders? 4)How do I know what denomination to attend? Thank YOU all for sending in such great questions!

The world around us is constantly telling us what more we need to do to "fit in." However, fitting into the world is not our goal. If you are a Christian, your body is not your own. Instead, it's a temple for the Holy Spirit (1 Corinthians 6:19-20). We are to honor God with our bodies through a life of health (spiritual health being the foundation). In this episode, Lacy Penwell, dives into what biblical health looks like.

Perhaps you've heard terms like "Let's worship, we're having a night of worship, or we will worship before the sermon." Those are customary phrases at most churches. The question is, what is 'worship?' In this episode, Brooke Cochrum discusses a biblical outlook on worship through everyday life. "Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord, not for human masters." (Colossians 3:23) You don't want to miss this podcast!

Have terms like 'egalitarianism' and 'complementarianism' been confusing for you? Maybe you've never heard these theology terms but have formed ideas about women in ministry. If so, this podcast is for you. What does the Bible say about the importance of women and the giftings God has given us? In this episode, Cheryl Stephens, a mentor to many young ladies, shares this topic and her years of ministry experience.

In this episode, Sarah Ginnings shares her testimony of adoption with us. We discuss God’s love for life and how every person is made in the image of God (Gen 1:17), including the babies inside the womb (Jer 1:5). She encourages and spurs the Church to help others see God's desire for life to flourish. You don't want to miss this one!

Have you ever wondered how chapters such as Ephesians 1 and John 3:16 coincide? Maybe you've heard theological terms like 'Calvinism' and 'Arminianism' tossed around but not understood the context. Pastor David Phillips of Paris Bible Church walks us through these theological ideas and what the Bible says about God's sovereignty. He also encourages believers to find rest in God's sovereignty in a world that often feels chaotic. Thank you, Mr. Phillips, for tackling a topic that can be nerve-racking and bringing a healthy tone to the discussion. If you love theology, you don't want to miss this episode.

As we celebrate Holy Week, Good Friday, and Easter, we find many things to think about. Have you ever wondered how a group of people could be worshipping Jesus on Sunday and yelling "crucify him" on a Friday? In this podcast, Justin Thompson, Associate Pastor of His Place Fellowship in Paris, TX, takes a deep dive into this week's events. He even shares personal questions such as "what does the cross even mean? How does Jesus' resurrection affect our everyday lives?" Without the resurrection, there is no Christian faith. You don't want to miss this one!

Have you ever wondered what the point of baptism and communion is? If so, this podcast is for you! In this episode, Pastor Allan Hubbard of Providence Baptist Church in Paris, Tx, shares with us what scripture says about these two ordinances - the foundation being obedience to the Lord. We discuss what the Bible says and what it doesn't say about these sacraments. You don't want to miss this one! 

Marriage can be challenging, beautiful, and everything in between. In this episode, founders of Bold & Brave Marriage Coaching, Marc and Wendy McNeal, share what a biblical marriage is. Together they discuss how to have a healthy marriage and topics such as divorce, remarriage, and honoring God during singleness. You can find more resources on their website: www.boldandbravemarriage.com

Christ commanded all believers to 'go and make disciples,' but this can seem daunting. What exactly is a disciple anyways? In this episode, author Adam Erlichman shares his book 'How We Grow: What Is A Disciple?' Through Adam's practical approach, we learn how to be disciples in our everyday lives (church, our family, and the workplace). If you'd like to learn more, purchase his book on Amazon!

Being a mother is rewarding and challenging, sometimes at the same time. There are different seasons of being a mom. Maybe your children are grown, or perhaps you have an infant at home. Regardless of the age of our children,  we are all on the same team, asking the same questions. How do we continue to have quiet time with God when we can barely get a calm moment? How do we make our spouse a priority? You don't have to navigate being a mother alone. In this podcast, Crystal shares with us what biblical motherhood looks like practically. 

Do you struggle with forgiving? Christ commands us to forgive, but that can be challenging at times. In this podcast, Kathy Floyd shares what true biblical forgiveness looks like. She gives practical advice and an analogy on what happens to our hearts when we don't forgive. You don't want to miss this one!

Friendship can be challenging, but it can also be very gratifying. This podcast discusses biblical friendships. Through diving into scripture, we see some examples given to us that we should apply to our lives and some that we should steer clear from. Although it can be hard at times, we are called to be in a community with other people. This podcast gives principles and applications to what biblical friendship can and should look like in our lives. 

The intellectual side of Christianity can seem daunting, but it doesn't have to be. Noah Vice, graduate student at Dallas Theological Seminary, shares with us what a biblical worldview is. We learn it's critical to look at life with a biblical lens. Noah also teaches us attributes of the true gospel and core christian doctrines. If you don't have a biblical worldview, don't be discouraged. Through listening to this podcast we discuss how to obtain this view and also know if you are growing in your faith as a Christian. We don't have to read Hebrew and Greek to be a smart Christian, but we are called to dive deeper in our faith.

What did Jesus mean when He told us to "love our neighbors" (Mark 12:31). It's easy to love those that think, look and act like us. However, we are called to love everyone. Briana Vice, graduate of Dallas Baptist University, works with refugees in Dallas, TX. Through her education and experience, shares with us the biblical principles of loving our neighbor as she walks us through the entire Bible highlighting God's heart for all people.

Do you need practical ways to study your Bible? If so, this is for you! Let's discuss inductive bible study! Through learning observation and interpretation, we will know how to properly apply the text. In our 21 centuries lives, we are so busy. However, we need to make time to understand our Bibles. We don't want information but life transformation. I encourage you to listen and apply these practical tips to your life.

Have you wondered how to NT and OT work together? Or have you asked what is the difference in the gospels, the 21 letters or the book of revelation. How do all these puzzle pieces fit into the big picture? If so, this podcast is for you. 

Have you ever wondered how to navigate the Old Testament? Maybe you've felt lost in the law, kings, prophets and poetry books. If so, THIS podcast is for you! We dive into different translation questions, categories of the Old Testament and even break down each book.

During this episode, we touch on systematic theology and how this approach is helps us understand the big story of Scripture. We will walk through creation, the fall, God's redemption and restoration plan, as well as discuss life's biggest questions. Have you ever wondered why you are here? What is wrong with the world? What's the solution and where you go after death? If so, this is the podcast for you. 

On this episode you can hear about Everyday Theologian's doctrinal statement as well as the difference in Christian dogma, doctrine and freedom gospel issues. Learn what topics unite all believers. 

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