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Forward: The Christian Self-Help Podcast

Forward: The Christian Self-Help Podcast

By Forest, Chris, and Cole

A podcast discussing the intersection of productivity, self-help principles, and Christianity.
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#11 Praying the Scriptures: Awesome but Neglected

Forward: The Christian Self-Help PodcastAug 05, 2018

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#03 Our Friends Shape Us

#03 Our Friends Shape Us

Forward continues discussing the biblical merit and application of Dr. Jordan Peterson's 12 Rules for Life. Rule 3 is, "Make friends with people who want the best for you." 

Jul 08, 202020:47
#02 How We Treat Ourself Matters

#02 How We Treat Ourself Matters

Forward: The Christian Self-Help Podcast continues its look at Dr. Jordan B. Peterson's 12 Rules For Life. Rule number 2 is, "Treat yourself like someone you are responsible for helping." Christ, Cole, and Forest discuss this rule, its possible biblical connection, and how it applies to our everyday life. 

Jun 30, 202027:43
#01 The Importance of Posture

#01 The Importance of Posture

Forward begins a conversation about The 12 Rules For Life by Jordan B. Peterson. Peterson's first rule is all about posture and how our physical disposition can change how we feel, act, and think. While this rule isn't found in the Bible, God's Word does say a lot about confidence and preparing oneself for action. 

Jun 18, 202024:05
Moving Forward

Moving Forward

Faith, Football, Friends is officially no more. But, we are moving forward. Starting with this episode, Faith, Football, Friends will become Forward: A Christian Self-Help Podcast. Forward is all about bettering ourselves and others. It's about meeting our goals, becoming more productive, and grasping the abundant life offered by Jesus. Join us as we go forward

Jun 11, 202019:47
#19 Psalm 1, Robots, and Baby Clothes

#19 Psalm 1, Robots, and Baby Clothes

The guys discuss one of the most-preachable psalms, what the future might look like (Spoiler alert: there's not a lot of meat but lots of robots), and Forest debates Chris and Cole on whether or not a baby boy can wear pink without his parents sinning. 


May 21, 202050:09
#18 Bleeding lungs, the 2020 NFL Draft, and hot takes

#18 Bleeding lungs, the 2020 NFL Draft, and hot takes

The guys discuss the 2020 draft mostly, but also go on a few entertaining tangents as they try to solve the mystery of that metal-like taste in your mouth when you run for the first time in awhile. They also give their post-draft NFL hot takes. 

May 02, 202053:42
#17 The Resurrection and Avengers End Game
Apr 24, 202042:51
#16 Joshua 24, Preaching Voices, and Bad Reviews

#16 Joshua 24, Preaching Voices, and Bad Reviews

The guys discuss the popular section of Joshua 24:14-15, Cole gives us his alter ego's preaching voice, and we discuss why we're rated 1 star on Facebook. 

Apr 16, 202043:17
#15 The Love Chapter of the Bible, Ranking QBs, Personal Ministries

#15 The Love Chapter of the Bible, Ranking QBs, Personal Ministries

The guys sit down to discuss the depth of 1 Corinthians 13, Forest's controversial NFL quarterback tier list, and share about how they're living during the pandemic and their other ministries. 

Mar 31, 202051:42
#14 Resisting the Devil, Free Agency Chaos, and FHU Memories

#14 Resisting the Devil, Free Agency Chaos, and FHU Memories

The guys find a creative way to discuss the idea of resisting the devil in James 4:7, some of the NFL free agency craziness is discussed, and some favorite memories from Freed-Hardeman University are recounted. 

Mar 23, 202001:05:27
#13 Coronavirus and Christianity, Draft Hopes, and Yard Sewage
Mar 16, 202001:00:53
#12 Old Testament Ethics, Hockey, Ryan Tannehill, and OKC W/ Chris Kidwell
Mar 12, 202001:05:20
#11 The Old Testament in 7 Sentences With Jeff Smith
Mar 02, 202001:11:08
#10 The Saddest Story Ever, Myles Garrett, Coke is King (Maybe)
Feb 24, 202001:25:46
#09 Grace, SB Reactions, XFL, Pepsi vs. Coke
Feb 13, 202001:22:51
#08 Earthly Riches, Super Bowl Predictions, and Star Wars
Jan 31, 202001:07:41
#07 Titans Are Out, Free Agents, and Rookie QBs
Jan 27, 202029:14
#06 2020 Championship Round
Jan 17, 202035:23
#05 Discipleship and Developing a Prayer Life
Jan 15, 202031:13
#04 Bible Study, Prayer, Divisional Playoffs, and Resolutions
Jan 09, 202001:11:17
#03 Sovereignty, Bible Reading, Gossip, and Playoff Predictions
Jan 01, 202056:52
#02 Christmas, Santa, Drew Brees, and Migraines
Dec 27, 201901:16:29
#01 Baptism, Titans, Disney World and Caffeine

#01 Baptism, Titans, Disney World and Caffeine

In this episode the guys discuss a biblical and historical perspective on baptism, the Tennessee Titans, Drew Brees, Bills vs. Patriots, Disney World, caffeine addiction, and new podcast excitement. Buckle your seat belts! 

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Music: Keeping Stuff Together by Lee Rosevere on Music for Podcasts 4

Dec 18, 201954:17
#21 History Repeats Itself with Cameron Meeks

#21 History Repeats Itself with Cameron Meeks

History repeats itself. We all know this, but how does this fact reveal itself in God's Word, our lives, and in our churches? How can we grow through answering these questions? Cameron Meeks comes on the show to discuss these heavy hitting topics. 


Music by: Lee Rosevere 

Title: Let That Sink In 

Album: Music for Podcasts 6

Sep 27, 201947:04
#20 The Bible's Literary Form and the Minor Prophets with Andy Baumberger

#20 The Bible's Literary Form and the Minor Prophets with Andy Baumberger

Forest sits down with Andy Baumberger to discuss how the Bible is beautiful (God-breathed) literature and why that matters. Also, the awesome but oft-neglected minor prophets are discussed at length. 

Apr 22, 201954:30
#19 Resisting the Monastic Mindset

#19 Resisting the Monastic Mindset

Sometimes we forget that we have to be *in the world* but not of the world. The world can be discouraging and evil and unrighteous. Do we respond by being reclusive and keeping to ourselves, or will we let our light shine? 

Feb 01, 201935:17
#18 Neuroplasticity and the Christian with Konor Copeland

#18 Neuroplasticity and the Christian with Konor Copeland

In this episode Forest sits down with Psychology student Konor Copeland to talk about the brain's amazing ability to repair itself and develop new habits and what this has to do with the Christian walk. Also, the psychological evidence for prayer in the context of helping with mental health is discussed.
Dec 10, 201849:59
#17 Lessons From Jesus' Genealogy in Matthew

#17 Lessons From Jesus' Genealogy in Matthew

Certain sections of God's word are easier to skip than others. Usually, genealogies are grouped into that group of easy to skip sections. But, there are definitely some things that are central to the gospel and important for us to see in Jesus' genealogy in Matthew. In this episode Forest explores some of these things. Maybe we shouldn't skip genealogies!
Nov 01, 201834:46
#16 Introducing the Gospels Companion Reading Plan
Oct 05, 201819:52
#15 Being Thankful For God's Word/ History of the English Bible

#15 Being Thankful For God's Word/ History of the English Bible

We have many reasons to be thankful for God's Word. From what it is, to how awesome it is, to how we're able to have it in our language as English speakers. Hopefully, this thankfulness will create in us a sense of responsibility for those who don't have the Bible translated into the language they speak.
Sep 22, 201835:50
#14 The Pure Fire App, Modern Evangelism, Etc.

#14 The Pure Fire App, Modern Evangelism, Etc.

Forest sits down with Rich Beatty to discuss the "Pure Fire" app designed by Rich to be a modern evangelism tool. For some people, tracts and bulletins just aren't attractive. Let's try to support works like these that bring evangelism techniques into the 21st century!
Sep 11, 201829:49
#13 When Comfort Zones Become Danger zones

#13 When Comfort Zones Become Danger zones

Comfort zones are natural--and not inherently bad--but when they keep us from living to our full potential or walking by faith, then they become danger zones.
Aug 22, 201831:26
#12 Toward Christian Political Unity (Not Uniformity) W/ Sam Glover

#12 Toward Christian Political Unity (Not Uniformity) W/ Sam Glover

A Republican and a Democrat walk into a church... what happens next? Imagine a world where Christians could discuss, debate, and even disagree about politics while still letting their light shine. Sam and Forest try to discuss what it would take to get there based on where we are now.
Aug 13, 201840:42
#11 Praying the Scriptures: Awesome but Neglected

#11 Praying the Scriptures: Awesome but Neglected

Praying the scriptures is a biblical (Acts 4:23-28) but often overlooked spiritual practice. In this episode, Forest discusses some of the blessing that can be found in praying the scriptures for yourself as well as how to do it.

Aug 05, 201830:38
#10 The Importance of Good Theology

#10 The Importance of Good Theology

Forest discusses why good theology is important in the first place and where we get good theology. It's not as boring as it sounds, I promise.
Jul 30, 201829:37
#09 Reaching Millennials, Etc.

#09 Reaching Millennials, Etc.

35% of unchurched millennials say that "church" isn't relevant to them. 87% say that Christians are judgmental, 85% say Christians are hypocritical. As of 2013, 34% of America's atheists and agnostics were under 30. How can the church better reach the upcoming generations?
Jul 21, 201838:22
#08 Lessons from the Thai Cave Rescue, Etc.

#08 Lessons from the Thai Cave Rescue, Etc.

What spiritual lessons can we be reminded of by the recent Thailand cave rescue mission? The obvious one is the transcendence of selfless love, but there's also a somewhat surprising one.
Jul 13, 201836:30
#07 The Mystery of Marriage, Etc.

#07 The Mystery of Marriage, Etc.

Forest discusses the mystery of marriage from Ephesians 5:22ff, some of the often overlooked benefits of singleness, and some updates having to do with the podcast.
Jul 06, 201831:15
#06 Missions, Etc. W/ Blaine McKinney

#06 Missions, Etc. W/ Blaine McKinney

Blaine comes onto the show to discuss all things missions related: Is every Christian a missionary? What can the church do better in regards to missions? Also, Blaine shares some details about how long distance running teaches lessons about Christianity.
Apr 30, 201843:59
#05 Works of the Law, Etc. W/ Chris Kidwell

#05 Works of the Law, Etc. W/ Chris Kidwell

Forest sits down with Chris Kidwell to discuss Chris' recent thesis on Paul's use of the phrase "works of the law." Also, the Nashville Predators.
Apr 27, 201851:35
#04 Cole parsley, apologetics, etc

#04 Cole parsley, apologetics, etc

Cole Parsley comes onto the show to discuss imaginative apologetics, interacting with culture, and even video games.
Feb 16, 201841:45
#03 Chris Elrod, Youth ministry ,etc

#03 Chris Elrod, Youth ministry ,etc

Chris Elrod sits down with Forest to discuss what youth ministry is, why it matters, etc.
Feb 02, 201847:49
#02 Sam Glover, the Trinity, etc.

#02 Sam Glover, the Trinity, etc.

Forest sits down with Sam Glover to discuss the challenging topics of the Trinity, hell, and translation.
Jan 26, 201844:13
#01 Hiram Kemp, Ephesians 2, etc.

#01 Hiram Kemp, Ephesians 2, etc.

In the first full episode Hiram and Forest sit down to discuss Ephesians 2:1-10, Moses, book recommendations, and more.
Jan 12, 201822:56
Episode 0.5 (an appetizer)

Episode 0.5 (an appetizer)

I promised an episode today. Due to some unforeseen circumstances, it\u2019s not the full episode, but it sets up and introduces the first full episode which will be posted tomorrow (Lord willing).
Jan 11, 201809:07
Introducing Theology, etc.

Introducing Theology, etc.

Introducing a new podcast: Theology, etc.
Jan 08, 201803:01