Best Southernbaptist Podcasts (2024)

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Love and Christian Freedom | Romans 14:13-23 42:12

4h ago42:12

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Scripture: Romans 14:13-23 Key Takeaways: + Not everything in the Christian Life is Black and White + The Temptation to make gray what is black and white 1 Corinthians 5:9-13 (ESV) Galatians 6:1 (ESV) + The Temptation to make black and white what is gray + Love Requires that we Limit our Freedom 1 Timothy 4:1-5 (ESV) + Experiencing the Holy Spirit …

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Boastful Arrogance and the Abuse of Wealth - James 4:13-17 37:31

5h ago37:31

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on Boastful Arrogance and the Abuse of Wealth - James 4:13-17 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His gl…

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Do Not Speak Evil Against One Another - James 4:11-12 31:41

1h ago31:41

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Jonathan Brant preaches on Do Not Speak Evil Against One Another - James 4:11-12 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious Gospel …

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Episode 432: Episode 357: Some Hope for Reaching College Students 17:24

1d ago17:24

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Kyle and Matt discuss a few encouraging trends to help churches reach the next generation of college students for Jesus. Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2024/08/16/5-trends-in-reaching-college-students/

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Jesus Our Judge | Romans 14:10-12 42:00

4d ago42:00

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Scripture: Romans 14:10-12 Key Takeaways: “On the third day he rose again in accordance with the Scriptures;he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.” ― Nicene Creed, 325 AD John 5:22-24 (ESV) + Make sure you’re ready to stan…

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Episode 431: Episode 356: Church Communication Tips for Dummies, or at least Solo Pastors 14:41

2h ago14:41

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Kyle and Matt discuss a few ways a solo pastor (or any pastor) can enhance their church communications and online ministry presence. Article to explore: https://research.lifeway.com/2024/08/14/church-communication-for-solo-pastors/

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Friendship with the Lord - James 4:7-10 40:08

1d ago40:08

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on Friendship with the Lord - James 4:7-10 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious Gospel of Gr…

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Grace in the Gray Space | Romans 14:1-9 37:37

13d ago37:37

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Scripture: Romans 14:1-9 Key Takeaways: + There are gray areas that each Christian must decide upon for themselves + A growing confidence in the gospel leads to a growing freedom in the gray spaces. Colossians 2:16–17 (NIV) + We are to give grace to one another in the gray spaces. + Whatever you do in the gray space, do it all for the glory of God.…

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Episode 430: Episode 355: Where Do I Start? 14:16

4d ago14:16

14:16

Kyle and Matt discuss the need for church revitalization triage when serving churches in need of health––where do I start? What must I do first? Practicing triage will help you chart the course from first to next and beyond. Article to consider: https://research.lifeway.com/2024/08/05/church-revitalization-triage-whats-the-first-step-to-save-a-decl…

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Friendship with the World - James 4:1-6 43:41

8d ago43:41

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on Friendship with the World - James 4:1-6 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious Gospel of Gr…

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The Wisdom From Above - James 3:13-18 46:21

23d ago46:21

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on The Wisdom From Above - James 3:13-18 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious Gospel of Grac…

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Wake up, Get Dressed | Romans 13:11-14 29:43

9d ago29:43

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Scripture: Romans 13:11-14 Key Takeaways: + Wake Up 1 Thessalonians 5:1-11 (ESV) + Get DressedBy Scott Berry

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Episode 429: Episode 354: The Humble Pastor 15:52

11d ago15:52

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Kyle and Matt discuss some strategies to become the humble pastor and why that's critically important as we lead and serve our churches. Article: https://www.namb.net/church-replanting/resource/7-ways-to-practice-humility-in-your-leadership/

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The Ongoing Debt of Love | Romans 13:8-10 41:15

16d ago41:15

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Scripture: Romans 13:8-10 Key Takeaways: + Love is our greatest and ongoing debt + Love is the measure of our maturity John 13:34–35 (ESV) Maturity is not marked by how much of the bible you know, your church attendance, your impeccable morality, your spiritual experiences, your giftedness, even your service, or commitment to God. All those things …

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Episode 428: Episode 353: Back to School Boost 22:57

26d ago22:57

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Kyle and Matt discuss some ways to leverage the back to school season for your church to give it a boost. To Read: https://research.lifeway.com/2023/08/21/engaging-families-during-the-back-to-school-season/

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The Tongue is a Restless Evil Pt. 2 - James 3:1-12 48:02

23d ago48:02

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on The Tongue is a Restless Evil Pt. 2 - James 3:1-12 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious G…

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The Tongue is a Restless Evil - James 3:1-12 41:54

21d ago41:54

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on The Tongue is a Restless Evil - James 3:1-12 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious Gospel …

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The Christian and the Government | Romans 13:1-7 37:23

23d ago37:23

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Scripture: Romans 13:1-7 Key Takeaways: + Christians inhabit 2 kingdoms Ephesians 1:19-23 Colossians 1:13-14 Daniel 2:19-21 Jeremiah 27:4-6 Daniel 4:31-32 John 19:11 Revelation 1:5 Revelation 11:15 + All human government is ordained by God and Christians are to submit to it. To resist the government is to resist God. To submit to the government is …

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Episode 427: Episode 352: Addressing Elephants in the Room 19:04

1M ago19:04

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Kyle and Matt realize life happens during the week, news takes place, and sometimes, that news is big enough that it can cause an elephant in the room when it comes to Sunday. How do we address them?

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Faith Without Works is Dead Pt. 2 - James 2:19-26 46:30

30d ago46:30

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on Faith Without Works is Dead Pt. 2 - James 2:19-26 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious Go…

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Triumph of Goodness | Romans 12:14-21 37:30

2M ago37:30

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Scripture: Romans 12:14-21 Key Takeaways: + Bless Matthew 5:10-12 + Live in Harmony Harmony Requires Humility Pride is the Enemy of Harmony + Do Not Do Evil Romans 6:17-18 Romans 3:10-12 + Our vengeance is evil + Only God’s wrath can offer full vengeance + Vengeance is not for us, but for the glory of God…

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Episode 426: Episode 351: Give Your Summer Attendance a Power-Up 24:27

1M ago24:27

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Kyle and Matt realize most churches tend to have a dip in attendance, and sometimes giving, during the dog days of summer. There are some ways you can avoid that, though, and they talk about it on this episode.

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Living Great Things | Romans 12:9-13 39:45

1M ago39:45

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Scripture: Romans 12:9-13 Key Takeaways: “Beloved Brethren, we are philosophers not in word but in deeds; we exhibit our wisdom not by our dress, but by truth; we know virtues by their practice rather than through boasting of them; we do not speak great things, but we live them.” Cyprian, Bishop of Carthage, 256. + Genuine Love Genuine Discerning A…

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Episode 425: Episode 350: God and Country 21:02

1M ago21:02

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Kyle and Matt get together to discuss July 4th when it comes to worship gatherings. Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2022/06/28/patriotic-displays-common-in-july-4th-worship-services/

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Faith Without Works is Dead Pt. 1 - James 2:14-19 35:53

1M ago35:53

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on Faith Without Works is Dead Pt. 1 - James 2:14-19 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious Go…

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Renewed Community | Romans 12:3-8 38:51

1M ago38:51

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Scripture: Romans 12:3-8 Key Takeaways: New Identity New Assignment 1 Corinthians 12:4-7 (ESV) 1 Corinthians 12:11 (ESV) New Power Ephesians 3:7-8 (ESV) Ephesians 2:19-22 (ESV)By Casey Schutza

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Episode 424: Episode 349: Managing Ministry Knots 19:05

2M ago19:05

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Kyle and Matt discuss an incredibly timely and helpful article about locating, managing, and ultimately avoiding "ministry knots." Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2024/06/25/five-symptoms-of-ministry-knots-in-your-church/

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The Penalty for Partiality - James 2:8-13 39:02

2M ago39:02

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on The Penalty for Partiality - James 2:8-13 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious Gospel of …

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How We Change | Romans 12:2 42:07

2M ago42:07

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Scripture: Romans 12:2 Key Takeaways: Resist the Formation of the World Galatians 1:3-5 (ESV) Romans 8:5-8 (ESV) “We can present our bodies to the Lord as genuinely holy and acceptable sacrifices only if we “do not conform to this world” but “are transformed by the renewing of the mind. - Douglas Moo Renew your Mind by the Gospel Titus 3:5-7 (ESV) …

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Episode 423: Episode 348: Managing Time for Pastors 21:14

2M ago21:14

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Kyle and Matt get together to discuss a few tips to help with time management for pastors in the trenches of ministry, especially normative-sized churches. Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2024/06/14/3-simple-time-management-tips-for-pastors/

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True Worship | Romans 12:1 40:31

2M ago40:31

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Scripture: Romans 12:1 Key Takeaways: “The Christian and the Materialist hold different beliefs about the universe. They can’t both be right. The one who is wrong will act in a way which simply doesn’t fit the real universe. Consequently, with the best will in the world, he will be helping his fellow creatures to their destruction.” - C.S. Lewis Ro…

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The Wickedness of Partiality - James 2:1-7 47:13

2M ago47:13

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on The Wickedness of Partiality - James 2:1-7 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious Gospel of…

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Theology is for Doxology | Romans 11:33–36 39:20

3M ago39:20

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This sermon explores Romans 11:25-32, emphasizing that theology should lead us to doxology (praise) and devotion (godliness). It underscores the wonder and worth of God, the wisdom and ways of God, and the wealth and works of God, acknowledging that while God can be truly known, He cannot be fully comprehended. Scripture: Romans 11:25-32 Key Takeaw…

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Be Doers of the Word and Not Hearers Only - James 1:19 -27 54:16

2M ago54:16

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on Be Doers of the Word and Not Hearers Only - James 1:19 -27 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His gl…

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Episode 422: Episode 347: Dear Southern Baptist 7:01

2M ago7:01

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Kyle is nowhere to be found, so Matt grabs the mic for a quick word of encouragement to Southern Baptists who are heading to Indianapolis for #SBC24.

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Trials, Temptations, and Good Gifts - James 1:12-18 49:34

2M ago49:34

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on Trials, Temptations, and Good Gifts - James 1:12-18 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious …

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Poverty and Wealth Will Fade Away - James 1:9-11 40:55

3M ago40:55

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on Poverty and Wealth Will Fade Away - James 1:9-11 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious Gos…

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Humility Before the Mercy of God | Romans 11:25-32 38:48

3M ago38:48

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Scripture: Romans 11:25-32 Key Takeaways: God has a heart for the Jewish people and so should we. Salvation is of God so be humble. 1 Corinthians 1:28–31 God lets us fall into and feel our sin so we might marvel at His mercy.By JR Vassar

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Episode 421: Episode 346: How to Support Your Students While They're at Camp 12:30

3M ago12:30

12:30

Kyle and Matt have many years of student ministry experience, though more recently as senior pastors. How do the latter (or even church members) support their students while they're away at youth camp? Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2024/05/24/7-ways-to-support-your-group-when-theyre-at-camp/

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God's Family Tree | Romans 11:11-24 40:25

3M ago40:25

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Scripture: Romans 11:11-24 Key Takeaways: Main Idea: "God has always wanted a people to reveal his glory to and display his glory through. Three Parts of God's Plan Genesis 12:2–3 Ephesians 3:6 Ephesians 3:9 “The restoration of Israel is an easier process than the call of the gentiles” - John Stott Two Ways to Respond Romans 10:3-4 One Hope for us …

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Episode 420: Episode 345: Pain Points for Pastors 23:38

3M ago23:38

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Kyle and Matt discuss a recent article by Mark Dance about several pain points for pastors with a reminder to stand firm, stick with it, and press on. Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2024/05/22/5-pain-points-of-pastoring/

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The Perfect Work of Patience in Spiritual Trials - James 1:2-8 54:47

3M ago54:47

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on The Perfect Work of Patience in Spiritual Trials - James 1:2-8 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and Hi…

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God is Winning | Romans 10:13-11:11 31:07

3M ago31:07

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Scripture: Romans 10:13-11:11 Key Takeaways: Even when it looks like unbelief is winning the day, God is at work saving a people for himself. 1 Peter 3:18 “At the turn of the 20th century, Africa was home to less than 10 million Christians, fewer than any other region except Oceania. By 2000, the Christian population in Africa had exploded to more …

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Episode 419: Episode 344: Is God Done with the SBC? 14:57

3M ago14:57

14:57

Kyle and Matt discuss some recent stats from the Southern Baptist Convention's Annual Church Profile report.

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An Introduction to the Epistle of James - James 1:1 46:48

3M ago46:48

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on An Introduction to the Epistle of James - James 1:1 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious …

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The Missionary God and the Missionary Church | Romans 10:5–17 42:38

4M ago42:38

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Scripture: Romans 10:5–17 Key Takeaways: A Person is saved solely by faith in the crucified and risen Lord Jesus, apart from works. Apart from personal, conscious, saving faith in Jesus people will experience eternal judgment. Romans 2:5 Ezekiel 18:23 Ezekiel 33:11 John 3:16–17 Universalism Mark 9:42–48 Matthew 25:46 Revelation 20:14–15 “Hell is a …

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Episode 418: Episode 343: #SBC24 Indianapolis Preview 24:43

4M ago24:43

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Kyle and Matt get together to take a look at the schedule for the upcoming Annual Meeting of the Southern Baptist Convention in Indianapolis, especially, as well as a few notes about the current expected nominations for president that number six (today).

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The Enduring Work of God - Hebrews 13:20-25 46:49

3M ago46:49

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Pastor Brandon Lansdown preaches on The Enduring Work of God - Hebrews 13:20-25 to the Coram Deo Reformed Church in Springfield, MO. Coram Deo Church exists to glorify the God of the Scriptures in promoting His worship, evangelizing sinners, and edifying saints. To this end we are committed to proclaiming God’s perfect Law and His glorious Gospel o…

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The Shock of the Gospel and Human Responsibility | Romans 9:30—10:14 39:44

4M ago39:44

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Scripture: Romans 9:30-10:4 Key Takeaways: God did not promise salvation to every ethnic Israelite, but only to those he sovereignly chose to be recipients of his saving love (Romans 9:6-29). Israel did not respond to Jesus in faith (Romans 9:30-10:21). John 5:39-40 John 6:35-45 Because the Gospel is so shocking, many people are offended by it and …

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Episode 417: Episode 342: The Physical and Financial Health of Pastors 19:07

4M ago19:07

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Kyle and Matt discuss the importance of the physical and financial health of pastors. Article: https://research.lifeway.com/2024/04/23/most-pastors-are-healthy-and-thats-good-for-churches/ Art Rainer: https://www.artrainer.com/

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