A captivating podcast that delves into the rich tapestry of theological insights and applies them to the everyday life. Hosted by Faith Baptist Church of Visalia California, this thought-provoking series explores the profound depths of theology while offering practical wisdom for your journey growing in grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.
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Does Proverbs 16:20 Command Us to Belly Laugh?
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The podcast discusses the interpretation of Proverbs 16:20, challenging the idea that it prescribes "belly laughing" for joy and well-being. True biblical joy is not about external expressions like laughter but involves deeper engagement with Scripture. The focus is on understanding and practicing God’s word to achieve genuine peace and contentment…
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Does John 4:10 Teach Us to Drink More Water?
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Pastor Eric evaluates a so-called biblical prescription for drinking more water in order to be healthier based on John 4:10. He shows how this is a mishandling of the Scripture and why it is such a horrible thing to twist the Scripture this way.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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Does Psalm 19 Offer Nature as a Cure for Depression?
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In this episode Pastor Eric refutes a claim that Psalm19:1 is Scripture about going outside to find a cure for depression and anxiety. He will discuss what the passage really means and what is the true cure for depression and anxiety.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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Worship Disorder and How to Get Rid of It
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Pastor Eric plays a recorded counseling session of a woman who struggles with Marijuana and alcohol. What is the source of her struggle? It comes down to a worship disorder. In this episode you will learn how you are just like this woman through the various ways you misplace worship. You will also learn the cure which can only be found in Christ.…
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In this captivating episode, Eric and Shiloh explore the profound truths behind believer’s baptism and its connection to our Christ-identity. You may be surprised to discover how believer's baptism leads us into a deeper understanding of Scripture as a whole as it works out Christ's Kingdom program.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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Pastors Eric Noorthoek and Dan Castaneda discuss the recent controversy surrounding the "He Gets Us" campaign and how we should we think about the message that is being pushed. They also get into a brief discussion about the Alistair Begg gay marriage controversy and how that aligns with the "He Gets Us" message.…
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Using John Owen as a spring board, Pastor Eric reflects on the reality that the Father loves us an our need to meditate on this profound truth in order to find true and lasting joy.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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A special Christmas episode as Pastor Eric and his wife Sharon discuss why Santa falls far short of Jesus when you compare them side by side.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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The Road to Hell is Paved with Self-Esteem
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In this episode we discuss the Biblical alternative to self-esteem along with eternal implications of self-esteem.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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Pastor Eric and pastor Dan offer a biblical critique of self esteem. They discuss how self-esteem is antithetical to the Scripture and how modern therapist tend to be professional truth suppressors.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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Pastors Eric and Dan offer a critique of the self esteem movement that has infiltrated the church. They tackle common verses used to justify self-esteem and self-esteem concepts that are claimed to be biblical.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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Pastor Eric and pastor Dan discuss the history of the self-esteem movement and its impact on modern society. They also discuss the recent conflict between Israel and Hamas and how that relates to self-esteem.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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Is the mind the same thing as the brain? Does it matter if we think that they are? In this episode we discuss a biblical view of the mind and the brain and how a proper understanding provides a foundation for how to deal with the issues of life.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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In this episode, Dan Casteneda and Eric Noorthoek discuss idols and how to be rid of them.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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In this episode we have a conversation with one of our church members who is an army chaplain, Joseph Rios, on his role in the military. We discuss issues surrounding the military and it's current state. We also discuss the role of Christians in government and how we are to think in these days.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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Pastor Eric and Pastor Dan discuss the history of modern psychology and how we should view psychology in the church. This episode is guaranteed to open your eyes to some of the influences you didn't even know were affecting you.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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In this episode we explore some questions for wives. Sharon Noorthoek joins us with questions from Christy - soon-to-be daughter-in-law.By Faith Baptist Visalia
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Where Pastor Eric answers questions about the husband's role in marriage according to the Scripture. He is joined by Zachariah who is currently engaged to Christy and working through premarriage counseling. As part of his homework, he is required to ask another husband about how to be a godly husband. So, we decided to make a podcast about it.…
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What does it mean that the Son emptied Himself?
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In this episode, we discuss issues surrounding Philippians 2:7 which says that the Son of God "emptied himself" and took on flesh. What does this mean, and what are the implications for our understanding of Christ's nature and mission? Shiloh Noorthoek joins for this fascinating topic as we take a look at the theory of Kenoticism and semi-Kenoticis…
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