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Sermons, lectures, and discussions on the church's glorious mission of worldwide disciple-making. Curated by church-planting missionaries sent out of Grace Baptist Church in Middletown, OH.
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OUR MANDATE as Parklands Baptist Church is to continue the ministry that Christ began on earth of preaching the gospel, teaching and healing. OUR VISION“The gospel of the Kingdom of God and its principles proclaimed to every person, godly leaders raised and our communities and the world influenced positively and applying these principles as a way of life”. OUR MISSION“Our mission is to make disciples of all nations: to baptize them to membership in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Ho ...
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The Sent Life podcast is an ongoing conversation about living in partnership with our missionary God. Our Lord Jesus promised that He will be with us to the very end of the age and we know that we experience His presence and fullness of life as we live on mission, in other words, as we live sent. In this podcast, we will talk about living as missionaries in our current contexts including how to share the gospel and guide others into an authentic relationship with Christ. We will also discuss ...
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how to become a true ambassador of God's Kingdom in your everyday life? Join us on Commission Thursday as we unpack the profound responsibility and privilege of spreading the gospel to those around us. Reflecting on John 10:16, we explore Jesus' call to reach out to those who are lost, whether they are bound by…
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Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden discuss the recent assassination attempt on former President Trump's life. They unpack a little bit of how we should biblically think through and talk about these events. SHOW NOTES: 2025 National Founders Conference - REVIVE US O LORD: https://founders.org/conference Illustrated …
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Send us a Text Message. Can we truly make every moment count in our daily lives? Discover the transformative power of kingdom stewardship of time as we journey through profound biblical insights that teach us to live wisely and purposefully. Broadcasting from the vibrant city of Nairobi, Kenya, we explore key scriptures such as Ephesians 5:15-17 an…
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Send us a Text Message. Understanding the transformative power of stewardship and prayer can change your life. What makes the number seven so significant in the Bible, and how can it guide us in our spiritual journey? This episode promises to take you through an enriching exploration of these profound themes, rooted in passages from Acts and the im…
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2 Corinthians 4:8 - Speaker: Chan Choi - In this class, we will delve into how four traditional and secular perspectives approach the concept of suffering. Additionally, we will analyze Christianity in comparison to these viewpoints and uncover the distinctive teachings of Christianity that offer encouragement to those experiencing suffering.…
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Matthew 28:16-20 - Speaker: Rob - In Matthew 28:18-20, Jesus commissions his disciples to make disciples of all nations. The church today has the blessing and responsibility to pursue this Great Commission by sending workers to the nations. Because he is the King, he has all authority to direct his disciples, and us, in this way. As workers are sen…
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Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden talk about politics. They discuss the presidential debate, the competency of President Biden, the issues with Donald Trump, the GOP platforms, Abortion, wielding power in politics, and how to think through all these things as Christian Americans. SHOW NOTES: 2025 National Founders…
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Send us a Text Message. What if everything you hold dear isn't truly yours, but a gift entrusted to you by a higher power? This July, we dive into the profound concept that everything in the world, including our very selves, belongs to God. Guided by the teachings in Psalm 24 and 1 Thessalonians 5:23-24, we uncover the roles we play as responsible …
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1 Corinthians 7:6 - Speaker: Joe Skinner - This week, we build on our understanding of the cultural context of the Corinthian church to build out Paul's definition of what the gift of remaining single is. We then take time to explore how we know if we have been given this gift, and what happens if we haven't and are still single.…
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2 Timothy 3:1-9 - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - In 1 Timothy 3, Paul warns his young protégé about the danger of living in the last days. The church has a target on it, because the Devil would like nothing more than to undermine what Christ is building. Our text indicates that there are dangerous people one who have disordered affections, religious d…
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Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden talk with Dr. Carrie Gress about her book: The End of Woman. They discuss the lies of feminism, how destroying the patriarchy has had detrimental effects on the family and the church, the true beauty of womanhood and more. SHOW NOTES: Find out more about Carrie Gress: https://www.…
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1 Corinthians 7:1 - Speaker: Joe Skinner - 1 Corinthians 7 has garnered a wide variety of perspectives on what Paul is addressing. Certainly marriage and singleness are the topic, but when it comes to how this affects our lives, it's important to first understand the difference in how the Corinthian church viewed marriage and singleness from how we…
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2 Timothy 2:14-26 - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - In 2 Timothy 2, Paul is laying out his succession plan. He wants Timothy take what he’s learned and pass it on to future generations of spiritual leaders. The passage uses 6 points of imagery to describe church leaders. We looked at the character of the soldier, athlete, and farmer last time. This wee…
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How important is the distinction between culture and worldview when it comes to contextualization? This week on The Sent Life, Scott and Keelan talk about how Christians should think about these ideas of culture and worldview, and why it is so important for ministry. Join us this week for a special, longer episode of The Sent Life!…
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Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden welcome back Dr. Ben Dunson. They discuss the recent PCA general assembly, and some of the significant issues that were covered - things like Women Deacons, Jesus Calling and more. SHOW NOTES: Article by Ben Dunson: https://americanreformer.org/2024/06/pca-general-assembly-recap/ …
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever felt forgotten or cast aside by life? Discover how divine favor can change everything as we explore the transformative story of Mephibosheth from 2 Samuel 9. Learn how God's favor can locate you by name, pull you out of your darkest moments, and elevate you to a place of honor. We'll unpack the moments when Kin…
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Send us a Text Message. What if the transformative power of grace could change your life just like it did for the Apostle Paul? In this episode, we explore Paul's incredible journey from a persecutor of the church to one of its most fervent apostles, as told in 1 Corinthians 15:3-11. We reflect on the boundless grace of God that reshaped his entire…
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Matthew 19:3 - Speaker: Joe Skinner - This week we take a more in depth look to understand how Jesus expands our understanding of family, and how he prepares the disciples to understand how those who are single will be included in the blessing of God, and how singleness is to be used as a tool to serve on God’s mission.…
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- Speaker: Will Galkin - We are concluding a series that we have been calling “Our Rhythms.” When we talk about the rhythms of Gospel Grace Church, we are talking about the ordinary but essential practices that we devote ourselves to as a church on the path of following Jesus. In review, the five rhythms are the following: Gather in Worship, Grow i…
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Send us a Text Message. What if you could transform someone's life and fulfill your divine calling at the same time? Today on Commission Thursday, we promise to unlock the profound impact you can make by reaching out to prisoners, both physical and spiritual. Drawing from the powerful teachings of Matthew 25:35-40, we explore how serving those in n…
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Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden are joined in the studio by David Schrock & David Mitzenmacher. They discuss recent 2024 Annual Meeting of the Southern Baptist Convention in Indianapolis. They share some of the key events that happened, encouragements, disappointments and where we go from here. SHOW NOTES: Chris…
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Send us a Text Message. Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your struggles, wondering if God's grace is truly sufficient? Get ready to uncover the profound significance of God's grace through the lens of Apostle Paul's trials. This episode takes you through Paul's experience with his "thorn in the flesh," revealing how he discovered the power and sol…
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2 Timothy 2:1-13 - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - As Paul neared the end of his life, he developed an exit strategy. He was going to pass on the faith to the next generation. He was going to finish his lap and pass the baton to Timothy. But he knew that his young protégé needed some leadership development. So, in our text this weekend, we’ll look at t…
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Send us a Text Message. What if every believer understood their vital role as an ambassador of Jesus Christ, called to be the salt and light of the world? Join us in this eye-opening episode of Commission Thursday, where we explore the profound responsibility given to us to spread the gospel to every corner of the earth. Drawing inspiration from Jo…
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Send us a Text Message. What if you could unlock three life-changing gifts in your spiritual journey starting today? Join us as we explore "Three Gifts of God's Grace" and discover how the divine gifts of eternal life, power, and victory can transform your life. In this episode, we delve into scripture, beginning with 1 John 5:11-12, to understand …
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Send us a Text Message. Ever wondered how patience, forgiveness, and restoration can transform your life? This episode promises to reveal the depths of God's grace through the powerful parable of the prodigal son from Luke 15:11-24. We promise you'll gain profound insights into three vital types of grace: patient grace, pardoning grace, and restori…
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2 Timothy 1:8-18 - Speaker: Lukus Counterman - The book of 2 Timothy is about perseverance in the Gospel. As he nears death, Paul wants to encourage Timothy to carry on the torch of truth. But the task of gospel-centered living is not easy. Quite frankly, there are times in our Christian journey where quitting seems like a viable option. So, in our…
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2 Timothy 3:15-17 - Speaker: Jon Kopp - No spiritual practice is more important than the regular intake of God’s Word. But, far too often, this crucial task is one of the most difficult for Christians to keep up with. The Bible's sheer size or complexity can seem overwhelming. Sometimes, it's hard to see the impact of reading, and it can feel borin…
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Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden are joined in the studio by David Mitzenmacher, Associate Pastor at Grace Baptist Church in Cape Coral, FL. They discuss the resolution David submitted to the Southern Baptist Convention, why it was rejected, and then dive into the broader issues of antisemitism, religious liberty…
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1 Corinthians 6:19-20 - Speaker: Isaiah Maynard - Today’s question brings up quite a few issues related to it, such as love, romance, morality and immorality, even brokenness related to sexual desires. As we talk about these things, I really want us to see that there is one thing that can hold them all together and that is the glory of God. Viewing…
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Send us a Text Message. How can we effectively share the gospel with today's youth in a world saturated with social media and conflicting information? Join us on this week's Commission Thursday as we explore how to instill the fear of the Lord as the foundation of wisdom and understanding, drawing inspiration from Proverbs 9:10. We discuss the vita…
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Today on The Sword & The Trowel podcast, Tom Ascol and Graham Gunden talk with Dr. Voddie Baucham about his newest book "It's Not Like Being Black: How Sexual Activists Hijacked the Civil Rights Movement". They discuss why this book is important, especially while we are in Pride Month. Listen to the show and then go buy a copy today! SHOW NOTES: BU…
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Send us a Text Message. Regardless of who you are or where you come from, this universal grace awaits everyone, carrying with it the power to heal and restore. Listen in as we urge you to embrace this divine gift, and understand how it can revolutionize your life by offering new beginnings. You'll be moved as we discuss how this grace not only exte…
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