What happens when faith becomes more than just a family tradition? Join us in the final episode of the Curious Curmudgeon podcast's inaugural season, as we explore the profound journey of personal conviction in Christ. We'll share Adam's transformative experience at 16, shedding light on how to make faith truly personal and authentic. We also expre…

What happens when the unexpected storms of life turn your world upside down? In this emotionally charged episode, we promise you'll gain insights into navigating life's most challenging transitions. Adam opens up about his harrowing experience with multiple lung collapses and surgeries during a time he least expected it. His story serves as a power…

Join us on the Curious Curmudgeon podcast as we explore the multifaceted journey of parenting through life transitions. With nearly two decades of experience raising children, we reflect on our transition into parenthood and the continuous evolution that comes with each stage of our children's lives. From the sleepless nights of infancy to the bitt…

Leaving a church is never a simple decision. Remember when we had to make that tough call? We felt the emotional and spiritual weight bearing down on us, wrestling with whether it was the right time to move on. This episode is all about those moments—whether you're leaving due to painful experiences or positive life changes, we’ve got strategies to…

In this episode of the Curious Curmudgeon Podcast, Barnabas Piper and co-curmudgeon, Adam Read, take a stroll through their church histories, examining the fabric of their faith from childhood to the present. They reflect on their formative years in the pews, the nuances of congregational life across different geographies, and the profound impact o…

Join us as we take a stroll down memory lane, exploring the evolution of friendship through the various stages of life. We start with childhood, reminiscing about the constant companionship of siblings and the golden days of high school with its bands and mild mischief. As we move through the timeline, we laugh over the social minefield of middle s…

Join us on the Curious Curmudgeon podcast as we unpack the various suitcases that come with moving through different stages of life. We share our own nomadic journeys, spanning countless states and homes, and reflect on how these transitions have reshaped our lives. From the thrill of adventure when flying solo to the intricate dance of relocating …

Ever wondered how a job can be more than just a paycheck, or pondered the spiritual significance behind the daily grind? Join Barnabas Piper and co-curmudgeon, Adam Read, as they unravel the tapestry of career paths, job satisfaction, and the deeper meaning of work. This inaugural flight begins with brooms in hand as church custodians, a humble sta…

A suburban Nashville pastor and a rural Virginia technology director coming together to stir up a heartwarming concoction of wisdom and wit. That's what you're in for as Barnabas Piper and Adam Read swing open the doors to their lives, revealing the quirks of pastoral duties and digital dilemmas, all while herding chickens and wrangling kids. Amids…

No readings, just a little update to let you know Logan and Tim have just been catching their breath. Episodes to resume soon, thanks for listening! Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. …

Readings: Psalm 4; Daniel 10:2-19; 1 John 2:26-28. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute or…

Readings: Psalm 4; Daniel 9:1-19; 1 John 2:18-25. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute or …

Readings: Psalm 135; Isaiah 26:1-15; Mark 12:18-27. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute o…

Readings: Psalm 135; Daniel 6:1-28; 1 John 2:12-17. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute o…

Readings: Psalm 135; Daniel 3:1-30; 1 John 2:3-11. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute or…

Readings: Psalm 133; Daniel 2:24-49; John 12:44-50. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute o…

Readings: Psalm 133; Daniel 2:1-23; Acts 4:23-31. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute or …

Readings: Psalm 133; Daniel 1:1-21; Acts 2:42-47. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute or …

Readings: Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24; Song of Solomon 3:1-11; Mark 16:1-8. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer reque…

Readings: Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24; Genesis 1:20-2:4a; 1 Corinthians 15:50-58. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer…

Readings: Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24; Genesis 1:1-19; 1 Corinthians 15:35-49. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer re…

Readings: Exodus 12:1-14; Psalm 116:1-2, 12-19; 1 Corinthians 11:23-26; John 13:1-17, 31b-35. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Rec…

Readings: Isaiah 50:4-9a; Psalm 70; Hebrews 12:1-3; John 13:21-32. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer request…

Readings: Isaiah 49:1-7; Psalm 71:1-14; 1 Corinthians 1:18-31; John 12:20-36. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send pra…

Readings: Isaiah 7:10-14; Psalm 45; Hebrews 10:4-10; Luke 1:26-38. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer request…

Readings: Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29; Jeremiah 33:10-16; Mark 10:32-34, 46-52. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer r…

Readings: Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29; Jeremiah 33:1-9; Philippians 2:12-18. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requ…

Readings: Psalm 118:1-2, 19-29; Deuteronomy 16:1-8; Philippians 2:1-11. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer re…

Readings: Psalm 119:9-16; Haggai 2:1-9, 20-23; John 12:34-50. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of …

Readings: Jeremiah 31:31-34; Psalm 51:1-12 or Psalm 119:9-16 ; Hebrews 5:5-10; John 12:20-33. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Rec…

Readings: Psalm 107:1-16; Exodus 15:22-27; Hebrews 3:1-6 Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a min…

Readings: Numbers 21:4-9; Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22; Ephesians 2:1-10; John 3:14-21 Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send pr…

Readings: Psalm 107:1-3, 17-22; Genesis 9:8-17; Ephesians 1:3-6. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests …

Readings: Exodus 20:1-17; Psalm 19; 1 Corinthians 1:18-25; John 2:13-22 From the TRNG Room: hāraḡ, H2026 (to kill, regardless of intent) rāṣaḥ, H7523 (to kill with intent or awareness) Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the pod…

Readings: Psalm 19; Exodus 19:16-25; Mark 9:2-8. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute or l…

Readings: Psalm 19; Exodus 19:9b-15; Acts 7:30-40. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute or…

Readings: Psalm 19; Exodus 19:1-9a; 1 Peter 2:4-10. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute o…

Readings: Psalm 105:1-11, 37-45; Jeremiah 30:12-22; John 12:36-43. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer request…

Readings: Psalm 105:1-11, 37-45; Genesis 22:1-19; Hebrews 11:1-3, 13-19. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer r…

Readings: Psalm 105:1-11, 37-45; Genesis 21:1-7; Hebrews 1:8-12. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests …

Readings: Genesis 17:1-7, 15-16; Psalm 22:23-31; Romans 4:13-25; Mark 8:31-38. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send pr…

Readings: Psalm 22:23-31; Genesis 16:7-15; Mark 8:27-30. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a min…

Readings: Psalm 22:23-31; Genesis 16:1-6; Romans 4:1-12. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a min…

Readings: Psalm 22:23-31; Genesis 15:1-6, 12-18; Romans 3:21-31 Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests o…

Readings: Psalm 77; Proverbs 30:1-9; Matthew 4:1-11. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute …

Readings: Psalm 77; Job 5:8-27; 1 Peter 3:8-18a. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute or l…

Readings: Psalm 77; Job 4:1-21; Ephesians 2:1-10. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute or …

Readings: Genesis 9:8-17; Psalm 25:1-10; 1 Peter 3:18-22; Mark 1:9-15. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer req…

Readings: Psalm 25:1-10; Psalm 32; Matthew 9:2-13. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a minute or…

Readings: Psalm 25:1-10; Daniel 9:15-25a; 2 Timothy 4:1-5. Support the Show. Thank you for falling in to First Formation. If you like what you’ve heard, you can participate in one of the three following ways; Support the podcast or subscribe to First Forward. Become a co-host by recording a lectionary reading. Record and send prayer requests of a m…