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An episodic audiobook narration of the Masters of Deceit Trilogy. Season 1 is a biweekly episode of Masters of Deceit, followed concurrently by Season 2 (Symbiote: What Lies Within) and Season 3 (SHEOL: The Truth Exposed). The Masters of Deceit Trilogy is a story following the lives of several unique individuals plunged into a spiritual warfare, spanning two generations, with dire global consequences.
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17:17 Podcast

Jackie Hill and Derek Ambroson

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The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth. "Sanctify them in the truth; Your word is truth." - John 17:17
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Swedenborg & Life is a weekly webcast that explores a broad range of spiritual topics in the context of Swedish scientist and seer Emanuel Swedenborg’s experiences of this life and the next. This audio-only podcast is an adaptation of a video-based show, and there will be times when there are references to the visuals in the original episode. To get the full video experience (absolutely free!) check out our YouTube channel, Off The Left Eye. For more about Emanuel Swedenborg, visit www.swede ...
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In a suburban home somewhere, people try to escape the meaninglessness of their lives. During breaks from unrewarding work and tedious study they imagine they are delving in dangerous dungeons, wandering a land of elves and swords and dragons and questing as mighty heroes. Can you help guide them through their quest? Welcome to the share house, where we are about to be immersed in the deep, dark world of THE ROLE-PLAYING HOUR.
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How did David celebrate his relationship with God? How would David better speak of the Christ than himself in Psalm 16:1-11? How can we well celebrate our relationship with God and the prospect of eternal life? Not Abandoned to Sheol | Psalm 16:1-11 | Hope in Psalm Outline | Conversation A prayer of David. Protect me, O God, for I have taken shelte…
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What the heck is this place and why does it matter? Is it just another name for hell? Did Jesus descend to hell after He died? In today’s episode, Pastor Derek and Pastor Jackie talk through a listener question to look at where people went after death before Jesus died on the cross. We look at Sheol and Hades and compare the two, as well as debunki…
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It's easy to admit we need God when our life is in shambles, but what about when things are going really well? We know we "need" God, but how do we do that when it doesn't feel like we do? In today’s episode, Pastor Derek and Pastor Jackie talk through a listener question on this week's podcast around the topic of what it means to need God when thi…
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How did David celebrate God and the Davidic king? How did the Spirit speak through David about what God would accomplish through Jesus the Christ? How can we draw encouragement from Psalm 110? Right Hand of Power | Psalm 110:1-7 | Hope in Psalm Outline | Conversation A psalm of David. Here is YHWH's proclamation to my lord: “Sit down at my right ha…
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Do we have a right to be offended? Should we be outraged when God is mocked? In today’s episode, Pastor Derek and Pastor Jackie talk through how Christians should respond to sin being paraded around publicly (such as the opening ceremony of the Paris Olympics). We look at how Jesus responded to personal attacks and how God deals with mockery to get…
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How did David understand YHWH as His shepherd? How can Christians see themselves as shepherded by God in Christ through the Spirit? How can we celebrate the resurrection in Psalm 23:1-6? YHWH My Shepherd | Psalm 23:1-6 | Comfort in Psalm Outline | Conversation A psalm of David. YHWH is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He takes me to lush pastures, he l…
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In a little different vein than normal, we take a look at the life of a retired pastor, mathematician, and Air Force veteran to see how God has worked in his life and lessons he has learned along the way. Our hope is that this testimony is a blessing to you! The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultu…
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Every church in America has encouraged its members to join a small group. Many churches even help in the process, but are small groups even necessary? How should they be done to be beneficial and sustainable? In today’s episode, Pastor Derek and guest host Jordan Rossler talk through the importance of meeting with other believers by diving into Scr…
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What did David think about when looking upon the night sky? How did David encode a story about the Christ as the Son of Man in his meditation? How can we take comfort from David's meditations? Mindful of Man | Psalm 8:1-9 | Comfort in Psalm Outline | Conversation For the music director, according to the gittith style; a psalm of David. O YHWH, our …
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With obesity at an all-time high, is it something that is actually a sin issue? What role does our physical well-being play in godliness? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through obesity and whether or not it is a sin issue. We talk through this nuanced topic and provide some Scripture that targets some of the root causes of …
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With the recent Trump assassination attempt, we saw video of women in the Secret Service who were willing to take a bullet for the former President. It got people talking about women being in any kind of combat role at all. Should they be? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through the idea of women fighting in combat. We look …
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What did Paul mean by an "eternal weight of glory" in 2 Corinthians 4:17? Is an "eternal weight" even a good thing? How can we take great comfort and encouragement from the eternal weight of glory awaiting the believer when the Lord Jesus returns? Eternal Weight of Glory | Hope in Glory Outline | Conversation For our momentary, light suffering is p…
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A phrase that has all sorts of definitions, what the heck is Christian Nationalism? Is it okay to love God and country? Where is the line? Should Christians advocate the fusing of nation and religion? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through the idea of Christian Nationalism. In the season of Independence Day and a big upcomi…
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Paul says it is a "gift" to be single...but does it really feel that way? Does God actually call people to singleness? What do you do if you are single but still have a strong desire to get married? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through the concept of singleness. In American churches today, it can seem like many ministries…
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With Father's Day just passing us by, we hope to help you appreciate all the fathers out there! In a culture with rampant fatherlessness (and many statistics that show the tragic impact), its important that we look at the Bible for how us fathers should be living! On today’s podcast, Pastor Derek and Pastor Jackie talk through what a godly father s…
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What should life look like if a couple can't have kids? What if they married late or are unable to physically have children? What is their role in the church? Is God punishing them? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a listener question regarding childlessness (or being childfree, depending on perspective). We look thro…
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We hear so much about Joseph when Jesus is born, but almost nothing throughout the rest of Scripture? What the heck happened to the guy? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a listener question regarding Jesus' earthly father. We look through every Scripture that Joseph is mentioned in to paint a picture of his character …
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Does Flat Earth theory have any basis? Is this an example of the Bible and science contradicting? Does the Bible ever explicitly state what shape the Earth is? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a listener question regarding flat earth theory. We look at the history of beliefs on the shape of the Earth as well as some o…
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Do parents idolize their kids in America? How much of a parent’s life should revolve around their child? How should kids treat their parents? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a listener question regarding parent/child relationships. We talk through the roles of each and how they change as people age. We talk through w…
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How can we best walk according to the Spirit as we relate toward one another? How can we be part of the Israel of God? Peace Upon the Israel of God | Galatians 6:1-18 | Paul's Letter to the Galatians Outline | Conversation Brothers and sisters, if a person is discovered in some sin, you who are spiritual restore such a person in a spirit of gentlen…
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People love their pets, but do they have the same rights as humans? Should we stand with organizations like PETA for the rights of animals? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through the topic of animals rights in America. We look through Scripture to see how God views animals, how he commands mankind to interact with animals, …
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Is it sinful to listen to music that isn’t specifically about God? Are certain genres of music more appropriate than others? What exactly is “secular music” anyways? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through the topic of music and what kind of content Christians should listen to. We look through the Bible to see a variety of i…
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How could Jesus liberate us to serve one another in love? How can Paul speak of loving neighbor as oneself as the fulfillment of the Law? Called to Freedom | Galatians 5:1-26 | Paul's Letter to the Galatians Outline | Conversation For freedom Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not be subject again to the yoke of slavery. Listen! I, Pa…
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How does a church keep a pastor in check? Is there a correct hierarchy within leadership that all churches should implement? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a listener question about hierarchy within the church and across various denominations with the intention of figuring out how best to structure accountability wi…
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What the heck is a millennium and when is it supposed to happen? Will we get a thousand years of peace on Earth, or is it already happening? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a listener question about the Millennium. We primarily talk through Premillennialism, Postmillennialism, and Amillennialism to debate the various…
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From what did Jesus liberate all of us? In what controversial and shocking ways did Paul characterize the Law of Moses and the old covenant? Children of Freedom | Galatians 4:1-5:1 | Paul's Letter to the Galatians Outline | Conversation Now I mean that the heir, as long as he is a minor, is no different from a slave, though he is the owner of every…
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Is it disrespectful to God and others to eat or drink in the sanctuary? What about coffee? Water? Should churches have "No food or drink" signs? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a listener question regarding eating and drinking in the sanctuary. We look through what God has to say regarding reverence in worship as wel…
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What does it mean for all Christians to be clothed with Christ and equal in Him? How did Paul well demonstrate how the Law of Moses was not applicable to Gentile Christians? Clothed With Christ | Galatians 3:1-29 | Paul's Letter to the Galatians Outline | Conversation You foolish Galatians! Who has cast a spell on you? Before your eyes Jesus Christ…
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The Intertestamental Period. There may only be one page separating the OT and NT in your Bible, but what actually happened during that time frame and does it have much relevancy for the Christian? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a listener question regarding the "400 years of silence" between the Testaments. We find …
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How did Paul demonstrate the consistency of the Gospel between himself and those in Jerusalem? What does it mean to be crucified with Christ? Crucified With Christ | Galatians 2:1-21 | Paul's Letter to the Galatians Outline | Conversation Then after fourteen years I went up to Jerusalem again with Barnabas, taking Titus along too. I went there beca…
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Ever feel shame over sin and wonder why God still forgives you? How many times can I sin before His forgiveness runs out? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a young listener's question regarding God's forgiveness. We dive through a simple answer followed by a deeper answer regarding God's character and his grace. We hop…
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What can we know about Paul's letter to the Galatians? Why was Paul so frustrated with the Galatian Christians? Why did Paul insist so strenuously on having received the Gospel by revelation? A Different Gospel | Galatians 1:1-24 Outline | Conversation From Paul, an apostle (not from men, nor by human agency, but by Jesus Christ and God the Father …
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Easter is one of the most popular Christian holidays, but what do we do with all of the cultural elements? Eggs, Easter Bunnies, and candy...should we even partake? What if the origins of Easter are more pagan than we realized? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through the origins of Easter and take a look at how Easter became…
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What does it mean to be a steward of something? What about in regards to Christianity? Is it just about how to use your money? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek wrap up a 4 part series on the Ships of the Bible, finishing with Stewardship. We find this idea in Scripture mentioned in a multitude of ways, such as man’s responsibility…
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Is fellowship just hanging out? Can't we follow Jesus on our own? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek continue a 4 part series on the Ships of the Bible, moving onto Fellowship. This is something we find throughout Scripture as essential to the life of the Christian, so we dig deeper into what this looks like practically and how God …
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What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus? Is it enough to just be a convert? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek continue a 4 part series on the Ships of the Bible, moving onto Discipleship. How should disciples of Jesus live? What is our role in making other disciples? Does the Great Commission apply to everyone? Our hope is that…
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