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Upon This Rock

By Maxwell Thomas

Join pastor Max Thomas as he facilitates thought-provoking and theologically rich conversations around Scripture, church culture, and everyday issues of life.
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Culture Wars w/Greg Coles

Upon This RockJun 22, 2021

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Hot Take Theology With My Wife
Jan 03, 202458:22
The God of Contradictions
Dec 26, 202339:08
Face to Face with God in a Parking Lot

Face to Face with God in a Parking Lot

Part 2 of my three part reflection on when memories change. For more content subscribe to my Substack.
Dec 22, 202324:54
When Memories Change
Dec 20, 202330:11
BONUS: How We Prepared to Move Overseas
Sep 10, 202255:05
BONUS: Where We Can Find God

BONUS: Where We Can Find God

Back in July I spoke at Catch the Fire Raleigh. The sermon, as you will hear, is a kind of reflection on what our first 18 months living overseas and some of the spiritual and theological challenges we face. Primarily, I ask the question, where is God? Where can we find Him? It is a question we have all asked and I wrestled with.
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Sep 01, 202243:20
(Not) The End of the Story

(Not) The End of the Story

This is the last episode in our series on Ezra-Nehemiah. Thanks so much for following along. Stay tuned for the next season coming soon! 

May 05, 202245:12
The False Summit

The False Summit

Sorry for the long break, I had a family medical emergency that took my time and attention. But here we are back jumping into Ezra-Nehemiah with two more episodes. Thanks for coming along on this ride, I hope it has been helpful to you. 

Apr 29, 202232:21
SUBSTACK BONUS: Feasting Over Fasting
Apr 02, 202219:18
Standing at Sinai Again

Standing at Sinai Again

You can download the full set of PDF notes that accompany this season here. Want more? Read and subscribe to my Substack feed to get more theological reflections and exclusive content. My email is heymaxthomas@gmail.com and you can send me a voice memo at the link below.

Mar 26, 202238:58
The Wall Completed

The Wall Completed

You can download the full set of PDF notes that accompany this season here. Want more? Read and subscribe to my Substack feed to get more theological reflections and exclusive content. My email is heymaxthomas@gmail.com and you can send me a voice memo at the link below.

Mar 19, 202234:12
Nehemiah the Praying Human

Nehemiah the Praying Human

You can download the full set of PDF notes that accompany this season here. Want more? Read and subscribe to my Substack feed to get more theological reflections and exclusive content. My email is heymaxthomas@gmail.com and you can send me a voice memo at the link below.

Mar 14, 202235:39
A Greater Moses

A Greater Moses

You can download the full set of PDF notes that accompany this season here. Want more? Read and subscribe to my Substack feed to get more theological reflections and exclusive content. My email is heymaxthomas@gmail.com and you can send me a voice memo at the link below.

Mar 04, 202246:08
SUBSTACK BONUS: A Reflection on Mary the Mother of God
Mar 01, 202225:42
Help Wanted?

Help Wanted?

You can download the full set of PDF notes that accompany this season here. Want more? Read and subscribe to my Substack feed to get more theological reflections and exclusive content. My email is heymaxthomas@gmail.com and you can send me a voice memo at the link below.

Feb 26, 202234:22
A New Exodus

A New Exodus

You can download the full set of PDF notes that accompany this season here. Want more? Read and subscribe to my Substack feed to get more theological reflections and exclusive content. My email is heymaxthomas@gmail.com and you can send me a voice memo at the link below.

Jan 28, 202248:08
The Dream of the Prophets

The Dream of the Prophets

You can download the full set of PDF notes that accompany this season here. Want more? Read and subscribe to my Substack feed to get more theological reflections and exclusive content. My email is heymaxthomas@gmail.com and you can send me a voice memo at the link below.

Jan 22, 202243:16
Ezra-Nehemiah: The Design of the OT

Ezra-Nehemiah: The Design of the OT

In episode 2 of season 2 we look at the larger design of the Old Testament (TaNaK) and how the books of Ezra-Nehemiah fit into that larger story. You can download the full set of PDF notes that accompany this season here. Want more? Read and subscribe to my Substack feed to get more theological reflections and exclusive content. My email is heymaxthomas@gmail.com and you can send me a voice memo at the link below.

Jan 06, 202229:00
Ezra-Nehemiah: Part of One Story
Jan 01, 202230:09
BONUS: Our First Year Living in the Middle East
Dec 31, 202101:18:15
Season 2 Trailer
Dec 29, 202103:35
PreachersNSneakers
Aug 16, 202155:32
The Apostolic Church w/ Dr. Michael Svigel
Aug 12, 202151:53
The Mystical Body of Christ
Jul 27, 202125:04
The Mother of Us All
Jul 15, 202133:44
Being a Pastor w/Brian Zahnd
Jul 04, 202101:02:32
Culture Wars w/Greg Coles
Jun 22, 202101:17:17
A People Made By Baptism
Jun 17, 202128:56
Saved By Baptism

Saved By Baptism

This is part two of three of our look at baptism being the foundational reality which shapes the identity of the Church. In the last episode we examined Matthew 28 and Genesis 1. Today, we tackle the story of Noah's flood, 1 Peter 3, and the age old question, "Does baptism save you?" (yes but now in the way you probably think). 

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If you have a question or comment you can reach me at heymaxthomas@gmail.com or by clicking the link below. If you're enjoying these talks on baptism please pass them on to friends, post them to social, or leave a review and rating on iTunes.

Jun 11, 202131:31
The Church as the Baptized People of God
Jun 06, 202135:36
When the Church Hurts You w/Dr. Glenn Kreider
May 19, 202101:04:56
Corporate Worship w/Glenn Packiam
May 06, 202148:32
The Power of God w/Chris Green
Apr 22, 202101:09:32
Revival
Apr 10, 202129:10
Heaven
Apr 06, 202139:28
Wrath (Part 2)
Mar 22, 202143:00
Wrath (Part 1)
Mar 14, 202136:24
Talking Hell w/Brad Jersak
Mar 04, 202101:07:08
What Do We Mean by Inspiration
Feb 26, 202134:09
Repetition: How the OT Works
Feb 24, 202137:08
Learning to Read with the Early Church
Feb 03, 202141:02
Living on Mission w/Rabbit Trails Podcast
Dec 13, 202001:34:44
 Reading Violent Stories of God in Light of Christ
Dec 09, 202048:32
Reading in Light of Jesus
Dec 05, 202030:52
Reading on the Emmaus Road
Nov 16, 202027:30
Being Pro-Life is More Than Abortion
Oct 31, 202033:36
My Wife and I Talk About Our Moral Culpability As Voters
Oct 18, 202030:53
MAGA as Theology (Part 2)
Sep 23, 202029:20
MAGA as Theology (Part 1)
Sep 22, 202032:59
Crucifying Elephants and Donkeys: Talking Politics with Kaitlyn Schiess

Crucifying Elephants and Donkeys: Talking Politics with Kaitlyn Schiess

I don't know if you heard, but there is an election coming up soon. In light of the season, we are going to be kicking off a new series all about politics called Crucifying Donkeys and Elephants. My guest today is Kaitlyn Schiess. Kaitlyn has a new book coming out The Liturgy of Politics in which she discusses how politics shapes us as people and how we as Christians need to be properly formed in order to engage in politics in a healthy manner. It is a must-read book for any Christian as we approach the 2020 election. My hope is that this episode helps reframe the conversation around politics and helps us see a new way forward, a more Christ-like way forward, in how we think about, talk about, and engage in politics. 

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My email is heymaxthomas@gmail.com and you can send me a voice memo at the link below.

Sep 08, 202001:11:59