Welcome to the weekly podcast from ROVC. Royal Oak Victory Church. Located in Calgary, Alberta, Royal Oak Victory Church is a place where you can discover God's very best for your life, one step at a time.
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A Podcast about the Bible Every two weeks, from two different countries, the two hosts of the Two Texts podcast pick two biblical texts to talk about. Each episode we pick one text to talk about, which invariably leads to us talking about two texts and often many more. Dr John Andrews and Dr David Harvey share a mutual fascination with the Bible. Simple yet complex; ancient yet relevant; challenging yet comforting. But one thing that fascinates them consistently is that, like a kaleidoscope, ...
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A Boy Called Fortunate | Disruptive Presence 110
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David explore the story of Eutychus in Acts 20, discussing the early church's gathering practices, the significance of discomfort in spiritual growth, and the "naturalness" of miracles within the community. T…
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By Pastor Dan Godard
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First Day Gatherings | Disruptive Presence 109
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David consider Acts 20:7. A short verse that tells us much about the early church's practices, the connection to the resurrection, and the intentionality behind worship structures. How does a church gathering…
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By Pastor Dave Meyers
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Communities of Faith not Fear | Disruptive Presence 108
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David explore the themes of the early church's behaviour, the dynamics of fear and faith, and the importance of community in the Christian journey. They discuss how the actions of the early disciples empowere…
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Avoiding Unnecessary Conflict | Disruptive Presence 107
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David explore Acts 19, the dynamics of mob mentality, the role of a city clerk in calming a chaotic assembly, and the implications of Paul's absence during a critical moment. They discuss the early church's a…
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By Pastor Dan Godard
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By Pastor Dave Meyers
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Worshipping in Truth not Manipulation | Disruptive Presence 106
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David discuss the impact of the kingdom of God on the economic world of Ephesus and the dangers of self-service, idolatry, and money. The conversation explores the motivations behind Demetrius' opposition to …
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The Subtlety of Idols | Disruptive Presence 105
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which David and John discuss the riot in Ephesus at Acts 19. They explore the themes of idolatry, the pursuit of wealth, and the impact on people and society. They highlight the connection between idolatry and the abuse of …
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By Pastor Dave Meyers
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By Pastor Dan Godard
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By Pastor Dave Meyers
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By Pastor Dave Meyers
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By Pastor Dave Meyers
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More Emmaus: The Walk that Changed Everything (Part 2)
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) David and John spend a second bonus episode discussing John's new book, 'Emmaus, The Walk That Changed Everything,' which is about the Emmaus Road story in the Gospel of Luke. We're excited that John's new book is out, so as w…
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Emmaus: The Walk that Changed Everything (Part 1)
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) David and John discusses John's new book, 'Emmaus, The Walk That Changed Everything,' which focuses on the story of the Emmaus Road Narrative in the Gospel of Luke. We're excited that John's new book is out, so as we head into…
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By Pastor Sheldon Ball
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Ego, Effort, and Mistakes | Disruptive Presence 104
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David discuss the encounter between the demonized man and the seven sons of Sceva in Acts 19. They explore the significance of knowing Jesus and the dangers of engaging with the supernatural world based on eg…
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Both Word and Spirit | Disruptive Presence 103
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which David and John discuss the importance of the supernatural and the power of the Holy Spirit in the early church. They reflect on the extraordinary miracles performed by Paul and the significance of the embodied nature …
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By Pastor Nick Meir
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By Pastor Sheldon Ball
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Questions and Miracles | Disruptive Presence 102
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which David and John discuss Acts 19 and the significance of the Holy Spirit's work in the early church. They highlight the importance of asking the right questions and the power of boldness in proclaiming the gospel. They …
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Unexpected Disciples | Disruptive Presence 101
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David discuss the unexpected disciples Paul encounters in Ephesus, highlighting the centrality of the Holy Spirit in the early church. In Ephesus we see how Spiritual Formation was handled immediately with a …
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By Pastor Sheldon Ball
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By Pastor Dave Meyers
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Teach Well and Trust the Spirit | Disruptive Presence 100
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) As we reach 100 episodes of our Acts series (which we planned as a short series for the summer of 2022!) our latest show delves into the intricate details of Paul’s missionary journey and the role of Apollos in Acts 18:18-28. …
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Relational Integrity and the Holy Spirit | Disruptive Presence 99
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David discuss Paul's trust in divine guidance throughout his ministry and travel. Even during a brief stay in Ephesus we see that Paul prefers a missionary "strategy" that combines relational integrity with a…
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By Pastor Dave Meyers
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Priscilla and Aquila: Fellow Gospel Workers | Disruptive Presence 98
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David delve into the significance of Priscilla and Aquila as a ministry couple, their role as fellow workers with Paul, and the broader theme of gender equality and partnership in ministry. They also explore …
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By Mick Lyon & Pastor Dave Meyers
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Vows, Commitments, and Grace | Disruptive Presence 97
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which David and John discuss Paul's vow in Acts 18. This episode is conversation that covers a range of topics, including their personal experiences, the journey of Paul in Acts 18, the significance of vows and commitments …
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By Pastor Dave Meyers
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By Pastor Dave Meyers, Pastor Sheldon Ball, Pastor Cooper Hamaliuk
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Religion and State in Corinth | Disruptive Presence 96
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David picture Paul teaching with seemingly unwavering confidence, even as factions of Corinth unite against him. They delve into the dramatic trial before Gallio, the proconsul, whose disinterest and swift di…
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Comfortable Words in Corinth | Disruptive Presence 95
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David explore the divine vision that anchors Paul amidst opposition, and marvel at how the Holy Spirit's guidance offers both freedom and precise direction. There's a whisper of comfort that finds its way thr…
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This Is Us - The Beauty Of The Unified Church
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By Pastor Dave Meyers
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Paul's Pivot in Corinth | Disruptive Presence 94
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David continue their exploration of the Apostle Paul's transition from Athens to Corinth, delving into the striking contrast between the intellectual debates in Athens and the grounded, everyday reality of te…
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Sacred versus Secular in Corinth | Disruptive Presence 93
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David peel back layers of history, strategy, and divine connection to uncover how Paul's tentmaking was more than mere survival—it was a bridge to hearts and a canvas for the Gospel. We examine the shift as P…
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By Pastor Dan Godard
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By Pastor Kevin Cavanaugh
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Paul, Poetry, and the Incarnation | Disruptive Presence 92
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David discuss the unexpected connections between the Apostle Paul's eloquent Mars Hill sermon and the rich world of Greek poetry. Imagine finding the divine in places you'd never think to look! The episode me…
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David peel back the layers of Paul's engagement with Greek thinkers, using their own religious and cultural touchstones to introduce Jesus and the Gospel. As we unravel the nuances of Paul's argument, we pond…
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Dollars & Sense - Financial Panel Part 1
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Dollars & Sense - Slay The Monster Of Materialism
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By Pastor Dave Meyers
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Babbling about Resurrection | Disruptive Presence 90
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Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) In which John and David consider the insults or comments made about Paul by the Athenians. Ever wondered how a man branded a "babbler" by ancient intellectuals could spark a spiritual revolution? We consider the opposition tha…
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