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The REP

By Zac Gardner

The Rainsville Educational Podcast is used to equip disciples to lead and live a life on mission.
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The REPJun 16, 2020

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Kings and Nations; walking through the Word, Genesis 17

Kings and Nations; walking through the Word, Genesis 17

Today we explore Genesis 17.
Mar 10, 202207:11
Skeptical Sarah (Walking through the Word; Genesis 16)

Skeptical Sarah (Walking through the Word; Genesis 16)

This week we explore Genesis 16.
Feb 17, 202205:60
When Abraham looked up to the heavens (Genesis 15, walking through the word)

When Abraham looked up to the heavens (Genesis 15, walking through the word)

Today we explore Genesis 15.
Feb 03, 202208:05
The growing trust of Abram, (Walking through the Word; Genesis 14)

The growing trust of Abram, (Walking through the Word; Genesis 14)

Today we explore Genesis 14 as we walk through the Word
Jan 14, 202207:10
One small step into a great tragedy (Walking through the Word; Genesis 13)

One small step into a great tragedy (Walking through the Word; Genesis 13)

Today we explore the character of Lot and discuss practical implications.
Dec 16, 202107:02
Blessing the nations (Genesis 12; Walking through the Word)

Blessing the nations (Genesis 12; Walking through the Word)

Let’s look at Genesis 12.
Dec 02, 202105:56
Why does God scatter the people at Babel?

Why does God scatter the people at Babel?

Today we continue to explore Genesis 11.
Nov 18, 202113:42
What motivated the building project at Babel? (Walking through the Word; Genesis 11; Part 1)

What motivated the building project at Babel? (Walking through the Word; Genesis 11; Part 1)

This week we begin to explore Genesis 11.
Nov 11, 202105:39
Nimrod, Babel, and rebellion (Walking through the Word; Genesis 10)

Nimrod, Babel, and rebellion (Walking through the Word; Genesis 10)

Today we explore the genealogy in Genesis 10.
Nov 04, 202107:06
Floods, rainbows, and the blood (Walking through the Word; Genesis 9)

Floods, rainbows, and the blood (Walking through the Word; Genesis 9)

Today we explore Genesis 9.
Oct 28, 202107:15
Noah was in the ark for a while (Walking through the Word; Genesis 8)

Noah was in the ark for a while (Walking through the Word; Genesis 8)

This week we explore a devotional thought from Genesis 8.
Oct 21, 202104:23
Why did God save Noah? (Walking through the Word; Genesis 7)

Why did God save Noah? (Walking through the Word; Genesis 7)

Today we continue our exploitation of the narrative concerning Noah.
Oct 14, 202107:06
Judgement and Grace, (Walking through the Word; Genesis 6)

Judgement and Grace, (Walking through the Word; Genesis 6)

Today we explore Genesis 6.
Oct 07, 202106:29
What happened to Enoch? (Walking through the Word; Genesis 5)

What happened to Enoch? (Walking through the Word; Genesis 5)

Today we explore Genesis 5 and try to understand what happened to that fellow Enoch who suddenly disappeared.
Sep 16, 202108:20
Why did God not approve of Cain’s offering? (Walking through the Word, Genesis 4)

Why did God not approve of Cain’s offering? (Walking through the Word, Genesis 4)

Today we journey through Genesis 4 to explore the story of Cain and Abel.
Sep 09, 202109:14
A nasty fall, (Walking through the Word; Genesis 3)

A nasty fall, (Walking through the Word; Genesis 3)

Today we see that the tragedy of Eden is overcome by The Lord.
Sep 01, 202107:31
Husband, you need your wife, (Walking through the Word; Genesis 2)

Husband, you need your wife, (Walking through the Word; Genesis 2)

Today we think through Genesis 2 to hear what thoughts are there.
Aug 25, 202108:49
Living Truth from Genesis One

Living Truth from Genesis One

Today we draw out truth from Genesis 1 that is applicable to our journey as disciples.
Aug 19, 202106:06
Your Greatest Need

Your Greatest Need

Today we think through a conversation recorded in John 4 to see how Jesus reveals that He is both our greatest need and our greatest satisfaction.
Aug 12, 202106:43
Seeking to know God.

Seeking to know God.

This week we seek encouragement to grow in the knowledge of God and to pray for His knowledge to fill all the earth.
Jul 29, 202107:35
Moving forward, forgetting what lies behind.

Moving forward, forgetting what lies behind.

Today we explore the passage of Philippians 3:12-21 to find encouragement to keep pressing forward in the Christian life.
Jul 01, 202109:24
The Corinthian Challenge

The Corinthian Challenge

Today we explore 1 Corinthians 11:1
Jun 24, 202108:35
Imitating godly people

Imitating godly people

This week we explore Hebrews 13:7.
Jun 03, 202108:04
Cornelius, Peter, and some visions.

Cornelius, Peter, and some visions.

Today we explore Acts 10.
May 27, 202107:01
Are we living to complete the mission?

Are we living to complete the mission?

Let’s look at Matthew 28:19 and ask the questions that are tough to ask.
May 14, 202110:51
Jesus prayed for those mornings when you are reading Leviticus!

Jesus prayed for those mornings when you are reading Leviticus!

Listen in to hear how Jesus has prayed for your sanctification, even when you don’t feel it happening.
May 06, 202107:58
Backseat Driver, you need one.

Backseat Driver, you need one.

This week we discuss accountability and how it relates to the Christian walk.
Apr 29, 202107:19
How do you deal with failures?

How do you deal with failures?

We all fail as disciples. That’s not even a question—but how we deal with them is a big legitimate question that makes all the difference.
Apr 15, 202108:49
Being in a group doesn’t automatically make you a disciple.

Being in a group doesn’t automatically make you a disciple.

This week Zac works through the essence of discipleship by exploring the target we aim for.
Apr 08, 202108:05
God is paying attention to you.

God is paying attention to you.

Here’s some thoughts from the last page of the Old Testament.
Apr 01, 202114:10
Sing with all you’ve got.

Sing with all you’ve got.

Today we skim the surface of Colossians 3:16 to see Paul’s instruction to sing.
Mar 25, 202109:15
Biblical Discipleship (Gospels)

Biblical Discipleship (Gospels)

This week we explore a narrative from the Gospels to clarify what a disciple is from a biblical perspective.
Mar 18, 202109:10
Biblical Discipleship.

Biblical Discipleship.

Can we define ‘disciple’ from the Old Testament? Let’s check it out.
Mar 12, 202108:32
You can’t disciple from a distance.

You can’t disciple from a distance.

Today we talk about the importance of being in the same space as the people you’re pouring into.
Mar 04, 202108:02
Evangelism and Discipleship go together.

Evangelism and Discipleship go together.

This week I seek to impress on you the necessity of speaking about Christ to a lost world around you, and of seeking those who are hungry to learn of the ways of Christ.
Feb 22, 202110:36
The Love That Grips My Heart

The Love That Grips My Heart

Today we explore John 3:16 to catch a glimpse of the deep love that God has shown in giving His Son.
Feb 12, 202111:27
Theological Math

Theological Math

Today we explore Romans 3 to understand why Paul can make the claim he makes in Romans 3:22
Feb 04, 202111:57
The dead end of the law.

The dead end of the law.

Today we move into Romans 3 to begin dissecting the inner workings of the Gospel of Jesus to marvel at the glory of what God has achieved for us in Christ.
Jan 25, 202109:53
Paul and Habakkuk, friends who preach the same truth.

Paul and Habakkuk, friends who preach the same truth.

Today we explore the second half of Romans 1:17 to understand how faith saves the righteous.
Jan 18, 202116:13
What is the Righteousness of God?

What is the Righteousness of God?

This week we continue to explore Romans 1:17 to understand how the Gospel is a Divine saving power.
Jan 11, 202111:06
The Gospel Is Powered By God.

The Gospel Is Powered By God.

Today we explore Romans 1:16 in hopes of stirring up a zeal for personal evangelism.
Jan 04, 202110:20
Are you struggling with going where The Lord is leading you?

Are you struggling with going where The Lord is leading you?

This week we look at Gideon to see how The Lord calls us to follow in response to His sure and steadfast faithfulness.
Dec 08, 202010:03
Tell the next generation about The Lord!

Tell the next generation about The Lord!

Today we look at three practices you can implement to teach your kids, your family, and the next generation about The Lord.
Nov 30, 202011:13
How to work through uncomfortable situations in your group.

How to work through uncomfortable situations in your group.

This week we read Galatians 6 and offer some wisdom on working towards reconciliation.
Nov 09, 202009:26
Get the whole counsel of God—not just the parts you like!

Get the whole counsel of God—not just the parts you like!

This week I unpack why it is important to read ALL of the Bible, and not avoid the hard-to-digest parts you don’t personally like.
Nov 02, 202010:14
God is faithful even when you don’t feel it.

God is faithful even when you don’t feel it.

This week Zac offers some encourage for the so called “normal” or mundane days of the Christian life.
Oct 26, 202011:58
Why God changed Jacob’s name to Israel.

Why God changed Jacob’s name to Israel.

This week we look at the story of God wrestling with Jacob and reflect on the theological point of the name change that follows.
Oct 10, 202008:12
Who is Martin Luther? (Part 2)

Who is Martin Luther? (Part 2)

This week we see how a trip to Rome caused Luther to question all of Catholic teaching.
Oct 05, 202012:24
Who is Martin Luther? (Part 1)

Who is Martin Luther? (Part 1)

This week we discuss the influential life of Martin Luther
Sep 28, 202011:26
Who is Melchizedek?

Who is Melchizedek?

This week we change the discussion from ‘what is...’ to ‘who is...’
Sep 21, 202011:51