Welcome to Season 6! Before we take short break, we introduce our new theme which will focus on drawing practical application from God's wisdom literature. Be sure to tune back in on Septemeber 2 as we begin this journey together! FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7 SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u…

Did Jesus really get baptized? When Jesus comes to John to be baptized, his response is "I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?" This is likely similar to our initial response to Jesus' baptism – why is the perfect and blameless Messiah being baptized? In this final episode of Season 5, we dig into why Jesus' reply is "Let it be so no…

Did Jesus really turn water to wine? In John 2, we are told about "the first" of Jesus' signs which took place at a wedding in Cana. While this passage is often surrounded by secondary discussions, in this episode, we want to get to heart of this sign and understand what this sign tells about Jesus. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/K…

Did Jesus really walk on water? This is most likely the most well-known and widely-recognized of Jesus' miracles and a clear sign of Jesus' divinity. But how does Jesus' miracle and Peter's interaction affect our understanding of faith and commitment to God? FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7 SUBMIT A QUESTION: https:…

Did Jesus really spit in a man's eyes? In Mark 8, we find a miracle that we find strange on multiple levels. First, Jesus spits on the man's eyes to heal him, which is unusual. Then, it doesn't seem to work completely, which is singular among Jesus' recorded miracles. Why did Jesus perform this miracle in this way and what was he intending his disc…

Did Jesus really set a child before his disciples? Several times in his ministry, Jesus used children as an object lesson for his disciples. In this episode, we consider what he was teaching his disciples and how that informs our understanding of Jesus today. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7 SUBMIT A QUESTION: https…

Did Jesus really break the Sabbath? In Luke 6 and Matthew 12, Jesus' opponents accuse him and his disciples of violating Sabbath law. How Jesus responds to these accusations can help us understand the character of God and how that influences the commands he gives. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7 SUBMIT A QUESTION: …

Did Jesus really curse a fig tree? Found in the same context as cleansing the temple, this account of Jesus causing a fig tree to wither and die is one that often garners questions. What is the purpose of Jesus' response to the tree? FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7 SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3…

Did Jesus really drive people out of the Temple? This event recorded in all four gospels gets our attention. Why would Jesus drive people out of the Temple? What are we supposed to learn and understand when reading these accounts? FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7 SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u…

"What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate" (Matthew 19:6). While we cannot cover the entire discussion surrounding divorce in a single podcast episode, we want to use our time today to consider the main point of Jesus' teaching in this context so we can better understand what God desires regarding marriage. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER…

"But when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, that your fasting may not be seen by others but by your Father who is in secret. And your Father who sees in secret will reward you" (Matthew 6:17-18). Should we take Jesus' words here to mean that fasting is something for all Christians through all time? If so, when and how should we fast? F…

"Judge not, that you be not judged" (Matthew 7:1). Edwin Crozier joins us again in this episode as we discuss judgment, hypocrisy, Jesus' instructions in Matthew 7. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7 SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church o…

"If you ask me anything in my name, I will do it" (John 14:14). Edwin Crozier joins us in this episode as we discuss Jesus' teaching regarding faithful prayer. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7 SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Chr…

"It is more blessed to give than to receive" (Acts 20:35). As Paul says farewell to the Ephesian elders, he ends with a reminder of Jesus' teaching about the blessedness of giving. How can we better understand this concept and its importance for our lives? How is our generosity connected to living the Gospel of Jesus Christ? FILL OUT OUR LISTENER S…

"Everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart" (Matthew 5:28). This and the verses that follow is are one of the most challenging teachings we find in the Sermon on the Mount. What is Jesus saying about our hearts? And what does Jesus require of us in order to keep our hearts pure? FILL OUT …

"Do not resist the one who is evil" (Matthew 5:39). In a culture where we are encouraged to "fight for our rights," this instruction from Jesus is truly counter-cultural. How are we to understand this command in its context and in our lives today? FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park…

"Go, sell all you have, give to the poor, and come follow me" (Mark 10:21). When Jesus said this to a rich young man, why did he go away in sorrow? What should we learn from Jesus' statement here? FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit …

"I desire mercy and not sacrifice" (Matthew 9:13). Why did Jesus quote the prophet Hosea in this context? What can we learn about what Jesus wants of us? Join us as we discuss these questions and more! FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7 SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Paul and Noah both preach a…

"First go and reconcile..." (Matthew 5:23). What did Jesus mean when he gave this instruction? What did this indicate about Jesus' priorities? Join us as we discuss these questions and more! FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our si…

Welcome to Season 5! In this episode, we introduce our new theme, "Did Jesus Really...?" Join us as we discuss why understanding the life and teaching of Jesus is important and helpful for us as Christians! FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You …

In the final episode of season 4, we dig deeper into how being a disciple affects our relationships with other Christians. If we follow Christ, what is our responsibility to others who do the same? Join us as we conclude "21st Century Discipleship." FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Pa…

This episode is 3 of 3 on the topic of discipleship in the context of family. Today, we talk to the kids! We've prepared today's discussion especially for kids generally ages 6-12, but we pray it will be helpful for everyone in the home as we discuss what it means to follow Jesus in our relationship with our parents. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY SU…

This episode is 2 of 3 on the topic of discipleship in the context of family. Our discussion today revolves around the challenges and blessings of raising our children to be Jesus' disciples. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our s…

This episode is 1 of 3 on the topic of discipleship in the context of family. Our discussion today revolves around the overlap of our responsibilities as a Disciple of Jesus and as a dad. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site …

Over the past 20 years, social media has transformed the landscape of business, politics, religion, and everyday life. In this episode, we discuss some of the potential pitfalls of social media as well as principles for engaging in social media productively as a disciple of Jesus. FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both pr…

While "humanism" covers a wide range of beliefs and worldviews, most have this in common: There is no supernatural and humanity is left to its own devices. As Christians, this is obviously at odds with a biblical worldview. In this episode, we discuss how elements of humanism have come to affect our worldview and things we must consider in order to…

In this episode, we discuss the topic of gambling. Gambling is an ancient pastime that takes many forms. What place, if any, should it have in the life of a disciple of Christ? And how can we wisely apply Scripture in this discussion? SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You c…

Returning from our break for the month of December, we discuss the topic of dancing – how does Scripture speak about dancing, why is there concern about dancing, and how can we get to the heart of the discussion? SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: …

In this episode, we continue our discussion on evangelism – what do we need in order to evangelize? What is the nature of the gospel? And where can we start in telling people about Jesus? SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchur…

As disciples, we often understand the need to make disciples. But what that looks like and how it affects us is a more difficult discussion. SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/…

God admires modesty, so we would be eager to understand what it is. In this episode, we consider the heart of modesty and discuss a modest lifestyle. Question of the Day: "Jesus warns in Luke 12 against 'all kinds of greed.' What other kinds of greed should we be aware of?" SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park c…

What role alcohol should or should not play in the life of a Christian has been the subject many sermons, classes, and books. Join us as we discuss why our heart and motivation are of great importance in this type of discussion. Question of the Day: "Why is drinking alcohol such a sensitive subject among Christians?" SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah…

Material needs are a part of every day we live – food, shelter, clothing. But what happens when we become overly concerned and preoccupied with material things? In this episode, we work to better understand the nature of materialism as well as how Christians can combat the temptation to focus on physical things. Question of the Day: "Does God only …

In this episode, Lawrence Kelly joins us for a discussion of surrounding the Holy Spirit, ending by considering what it means to live and walk in the Spirit. Question of the Day: "I very much desire to live by the Spirit. How do I live a life led by the Spirit?" SUBMIT A QUESTION Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Chr…

In this episode, we discuss the danger of idolatry for 21st century Christians. How can we better understand modern-day idolatry, how can we identify our own idols, and what can we do to "flee idolatry," as Paul writes in 1 Corinthians 10:14? Question of the Day: "In your estimation, what do you think is the biggest form of idolatry for us today? W…

Season 4 comes with a new theme and a new format! The goal of this season is to think about modern-day topics from a biblical perspective. There are many issues and arguments today that are not specifically spoken of in Scripture, but that does not mean that Scripture has nothing to say about these topics. In this season, we will consider practical…

As we wrap up Season 3, we consider some final thoughts about the power of prayer, confidence in praying, and living life in light of our prayer. Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/…

In this episode, we discuss pornography. This episode is the third of a series called "Present-Day Praying." The purpose of these episodes is to discuss how to better THINK and PRAY about current events and cultural issues from a scriptural perspective. Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You …

In this episode, we discuss abortion. This episode is the third of a series called "Present-Day Praying." The purpose of these episodes is to discuss how to better THINK and PRAY about current events and cultural issues from a scriptural perspective. Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can…

In this episode, we discuss suffering, pain, and trial. This episode is the second of a series called "Present-Day Praying." The purpose of these episodes is to discuss how to better THINK and PRAY about current events and cultural issues from a scriptural perspective. Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Ceda…

Join us on this episode as we answer some of our most common questions regarding prayer. Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/By Paul White, Noah Diestelkamp

In this episode, we discuss the LGBTQ movement. This episode is the first of a series called "Present-Day Praying." The purpose of these episodes is to discuss how to better THINK and PRAY about current events and cultural issues from a scriptural perspective. Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, T…

In Ephesians we read two prayers which the apostle Paul prayed for his brothers and sisters in Christ. In this episode, we consider these prayers and how we can model the same hearts in our prayers today. Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurc…

Prayer is always important, but how much more emphatically important when we are in the middle of big changes and significant decisions? In today's episode, we discuss the role prayer plays in the process of appointing additional shepherds, specifically because we are entering that time of change here at the church in Cedar Park. Paul and Noah both…

A truth of human existence is change. As Christians, it is important we recognize that though times and circumstances change, God does not. When we recognize God's eternal and unchanging nature, we are better equipped to communicate with him when our life is ever-changing and tumultuous. Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park churc…

When Jesus prays in John 17, he prays for himself, his apostles, and all who would have faith in him because of his apostles' teachings. In this episode, we discuss what we can learn from Jesus' prayer. How does it affect our prayer? What encouragement can we take from the fact that Jesus prayed for us? Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the …

Because we are fighting a spiritual battle, we need to be spiritually equipped. In this episode, we discuss the role prayer plays in our spiritual warfare as well as what it means to "labor" or "struggle" in prayer. Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.ced…

Prayer is powerful becasue God is powerful. But prayer is also a tool by which God can change us – reconnecting us to him, reminding us of the bigger picture, and realigning us with his will. In this episode we consider how prayer can help us when get "out of alignement" from the Lord. Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church …

We often think of prayer as being about the words we say. While those are not inconsequential, what is far more important is the heart we bring to prayer. Join us as we touch on Matthew 6, Luke 18, and James 1 to better understand how prayer is "more than words." Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park…

When the disciples made the request, "teach us to pray," Jesus' response was to demonstrate prayer. In this episode, we consider what struggles we have in our prayer and how Jesus' example in Luke 11 and Matthew 6 help us overcome those struggles. Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can vi…