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Addressing the intersection of theology and culture with Nick Cady, pastor of White Fields Community Church in Longmont, Colorado Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theologyforthepeople/support
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Join Mark Pfeifer each week for a sermon that’ll challenge your intellect, strengthen your spirit and build the bridge to why it matters in your life today. Knowledge without action is useless, and Jesus lived his daily life taking action from his strong convictions. Mark Pfeifer founded Open Door Church over 25 years ago and our community believes that its the collective work of each individual that will make the next 25 years the best our city has ever seen.
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Living Our Mission: The Role and Impact of the Church Today Gain insights into the unique aspects of the church, the importance of staying connected to the mission, and how to function as the body of Christ in today's world. Learn about essential church functions, the impact of church size on living into the mission, and practical ways to engage an…
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The Bridge Church exists to join God in bringing his kingdom to Wilmington and the world. For more information on The Bridge Church, please visit https://thebridgeilm.com/ Next Steps: https://thebridgeilm.churchcenter.com/people/forms/302918 If you feel led, give online by clicking here: https://www.thebridgeilm.com/give STAY CONNECTED Instagram: h…
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6/30/2024 - "What Happens to Our Bodies and Souls When We Die?" by Pastor Josh at New Woodstock Community Church. Sermon Notes: "What Happens to Our Bodies and Souls When We Die?" I. Our Bodies II. Our Souls A. Where Do They Go? B. What Do They Do When They Get There? C. Can Their Destination Be Changed Once They’ve Arrived?…
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In episode 329, the conversation continues from episode 328, transitioning from discussing worship to the art and significance of preaching. Tim shares about the use of the lectionary in preaching, the importance of cultivating relationships with Jesus and people, and effective sermon preparation techniques. He includes his thoughts on various aspe…
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6/23/24 - "Why Was It Not Wrong for God to Include Children in the Destruction of the Canaanites?" by Pastor Josh at New Woodstock Community Church. Sermon Outline: "Why Was It Not Wrong for God to Include Children in the Destruction of the Canaanites?" I. It Was Not Wrong Because God Is God II. It Was Not Wrong Because Man Is Sinful from Conceptio…
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This week our discussion centers around worship, exploring the purpose of worship, key elements of worship planning, and the impact of preferences on worship services. As a reminder, worship is centered on connecting with God and living out God's love in everyday situations. Important aspects like music, liturgy, and the need for a collaborative ap…
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As we continue the Ministry Masterclass series, this week we’re focusing on leadership. We’ll look at an exploration of leadership influences and how their teachings have shaped our leadership. We’ll look at the habits and experiences that fuel effective leadership, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, generosity, and daily reflection. Then …
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6/16/2024 - "How Do We Reconcile God's Desire for Our Salvation with the Reality of Hell?" (2 Peter 3:9) by Pastor Josh at New Woodstock Community Church. Sermon Outline: "How Do We Reconcile God's Desire for Our Salvation with the Reality of Hell?" (2 Peter 3:9) I. The Context of This Verse II. The Meaning of This Verse III. The Fit of This Verse …
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6/9/2024 - "A Scribe Asks Jesus a Question" (Mark 12: 28-34) by Elder Owen Simiele at New Woodstock Community Church. Sermon Outline: "A Scribe Asks Jesus a Question" (Mark 12: 28-34) - Introduction: Mark 12: 13-27 1. A Right Question (v. 28) 2. A Right Answer (vv. 29-31) 3. A Right Response (vv. 32-33) 4. A Qualified Commendation (v. 34)…
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What is a discipleship pathway, and how do you go about creating one? What is the process by which people grow spiritually, and how do we help them do that? Dr. John Whittaker has served as a pastor and theologian for many years, in different capacities. He is the author of The Listener’s Commentary, an audio commentary of the Bible, that is availa…
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Creating and Implementing a Discipleship Pathway: Insights and Practical Tips In Episode 326, we dive deep into the crucial subject of discipleship. This week's episode focused on faith formation. You might call it discipleship or disciple-making. Whatever language you use, we’re focusing on what it means to help people become and deepen their rela…
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Leadership is a very popular topic in modern business discussions, but what does the Bible have to say about leadership? And is there a difference between the vision for leadership given in the Bible versus that which comes from the world? John Currie is professor of pastoral theology at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia, Pennsylvani…
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Welcome to a new series, entitled 'Ministry Masterclass.' This month we’re celebrating Tim’s 50+ years of leadership as a pastor in the United Methodist Church. Sara’s inviting Tim to share his wisdom about five key topics for ministry: mission, discipleship, leadership, worship and preaching and the church. We’ll cover each topic in a separate epi…
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Cameron Cole experienced every parent’s worst nightmare: they put their son to bed one night, and in the morning they awoke to find that he had died in his sleep. However, the message of the Gospel, is that their son did indeed wake up in a greater and more profound way: he awoke to eternal life with Jesus, his Savior. In the wake of his son’s deat…
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Weeds and Seeds of Ministry: Breaking Free from Status Quo Episode 324 shares the seventh weed and seed of ministry. You’re invited to get beyond the weeds - the hurdles like overwhelm, fear, and isolation, we’ve termed as 'weeds.' Instead, let’s focus on solutions called 'seeds.' The seeds promote growth and effective leadership. This week’s 'weed…
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Is baptism a requirement for salvation? There are some Christian groups who say that it is, and others who say it isn’t. In this episode of Theology for the People, I am joined by Pastor Stephen Pomeroy from White Fields Community Church, and we look at the Bible verses and arguments which are central to the debate over “baptismal regeneration.” We…
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The 'weeds' and 'seeds' in leadership and ministry. Weeds symbolize the obstacles that hinder effective leadership, while seeds represent the positive approaches and practices that promote growth and effective leadership. The episode focuses on the weed 'Know It All Narcissus' which represents individuals with a fixed mindset, unwilling to learn or…
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Do you know what sex robots, racism, and gender identity all have in common? In addition to being topics that are discussed in this episode, these topics are all related to the subject of Theological (or Biblical) Anthropology. My guest in this episode is Michael Payne. Mike is the Worship Pastor at White Fields Community Church, and he is a gradua…
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Anything Goes Anemone and Pathway of Palms We’re on the fifth episode of examining the challenges (weeds) and positive practices (seeds) in ministry leadership. You can find previous episodes on the show notes page. 'Weeds' are obstacles like fear, time constraints, and isolation. These are things that can hamper growth and effectiveness in leaders…
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In today’s special Mother’s Day message, Pastor Ethan interviews his own mother, Sandy Welch, on her unique journey of motherhood. — The Bridge Church exists to join God in bringing his kingdom to Wilmington and the world. For more information on The Bridge Church, please visit https://thebridgeilm.com/ Next Steps: https://thebridgeilm.churchcenter…
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What role should creeds and confessions play in the life of a Christian or of a church? If we have the Bible, then why are creeds and confessions necessary at all? Dr. Carl Trueman is the professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College. He is an esteemed church historian, and a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. Dr. Tr…
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The 'Center of Attention Snapdragon' and 'Mission Myrtle' are the weeds and seeds we explore in this episode. The episode discusses the concept of 'weeds' in ministry, which are obstacles like overwhelm, fear, isolation, and becoming too self-focused, that hinder leaders from fulfilling their divine purpose. These weeds can choke out effectiveness …
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Spiritual disciplines are intentional, repeated practices which help you to grow in relationship with God. In this episode, I speak with my friend and colleague, Mike Neglia about his practice of journaling, and how it has benefited him spiritually. We also talk about the practice of taking notes in church, the value of different types of notebooks…
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In episode 320, 'The Weeds and Seeds of Ministry: Micromanaging Millet and Trusting Thyme,' hosts Sara and Tim explore the concept of 'weeds' that hinder leadership effectiveness, such as micromanagement, and 'seeds' that promote growth, like building trust. They discuss how micromanaging, often rooted in insecurity or a lack of self-awareness, can…
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