The devotional life of the Word
Are devotions private or public? Craig and Troy speak on the Word in all its forms, especially the Word as it comes to us through the gathered church.
God's Word or my feelings?
God's Word stands objectively true. God's Word is not subject to our feelings or culture. Craig and Troy discuss how the Word operates on us, and you get a few 50-cent words in the mix.
We apologize for the Scriptures
In this case, "apology" means never having to say "I'm sorry." Dr. Scott Keith and Caleb Keith of 1517.org and The Thinking Fellows podcast join Craig and Troy as they discuss defending the authority of Scripture.
Studying the Word
Yes, yes, we know YOU know exactly how to study your Bible, but in this episode Craig and Troy give you a method of Bible study that you can easily explain to others. Yeah . . . that's the ticket.
The one that's about Holy Week
"Holy Week" might sound fancy and super-churchy, but it really just boils down to one thing: Jesus Christ for you. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and give us a great review on iTunes or wherever you get your…
The Church in (Viral) Exile
It's hard to be the church when we can't gather as the church. Craig and Troy talk frankly about the difficulties and struggles that come from exceptional times. ` Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and give us a…
. . . and what the Word does not do
Big, fancy words and big, fancy ideas are thrown around, but what Craig and Troy try to simply say is that the Word of God turns us to Christ and not to ourselves. Where God's Word neither commands nor condemns…
What the Word does . . .
We know how reading God's Word can sometimes be confusing, but it doesn't have to be. Craig and Troy discuss how God uses the Word in our lives by both convicting us of our sin and delivering us the forgiveness…
The Viral Bonusode
Just a brief, pastoral word from Craig and Troy regarding viruses, illness, love, faith, and keeping Christ before you eyes. Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and give us a great review on iTunes or wherever you get your…
“Christ in the Straw” with Bob Hiller
Pastor Bob Hiller gives Craig and Troy a view of the book of James that leans completely on Jesus Christ for salvation but also teaches us to repent when our Christian lives don’t measure up. Special Guest: Rev. Robert M…
The hiddenness of God in our suffering
Why does suffering hurt so much? Craig and Troy explore the idea that God works through our suffering for the benefit of others and ourselves, but He does so without us seeing Him work. So what should our faith latch…
Deaths of Despair
Every year since Kevin graduated high school, “deaths of despair” have been on the rise. What causes people to seek rest in something that will ultimately kill them, and where can we find the rest we seek? Special guest: Rev…
Ministering to suffering
When our friends are suffering, how should we comfort them? Craig and Troy discuss things NOT to say, and in the end discover just Who was sent to comfort us, and how He does it.
Suffering with Jesus
In 2nd Corinthians, Paul has a lot to say about suffering. Paul reminds us that in our suffering, Jesus manifests both His suffering and His comfort. Oh, and Louie the Unofficial Comfort Dog/Program Producer makes an appearance, too.
Suffering, part 1
Suffering is hard, but does it have meaning? Craig and Troy begin this new series with a basic conversation on the Biblical understanding of suffering.
Gimme justice!
Luke 18:1-14: The Parable of the Persistent WidowGet what you want from God by pestering Him until He gives in! Actually . . . NO. Knowing the nature and character of God gives us boldness to approach Him.
That darned darnel!
Matthew 13: The Parable of the Wheat and the Tares Craig and Troy discuss multiple parables at once, and so they come to the conclusion that sometimes an evil weed looks like a righteous one but sometimes a good fish…
How much forgiveness do you have?
How much forgiveness do you have?Forgiveness is a choice. What do two Monacos and one Toyota Corolla have in common? Tune in and find out!
Give me oil for my lamp, keep it burning
Give me oil for my lamp, keep it burning . . .The parable of the ten virgins shows us what it is to be prepared in Christ and unprepared in ourselves.#iwishwe’dallbeenready
If One should return from the dead . . .
Luke 16, the “Parable” of the Rich Man and LazarusMoses and the Prophets speak of Christ. If you don’t believe those words, why would you believe the actual resurrection?
The generous gift of the Nunya Corporation: The Parable Of the Laborers in The Vineyard
Matthew 20- “Nunya Business!” Is not God free to generously give His grace--and indeed everything that is His--to whomever it pleases Him to give?
Merry Christmas From Us For You!
Meet God in the flesh. Troy and Craig have a Merry Christmas program revolving around the Gospels of Luke and John as they discuss many facets of God in the flesh, in the face of Christ as He became one…
Prodigal Son, Cranky Brother, or Crazy Old Man?
The Crazy Old Man showers undeserved grace on the idiot son . . . oh, and the prodigal son gets some love, too.
The Good Samaritan
“What must I do to inherit eternal life?" Jesus answers that question with a parable.
We have our own question: “Who am I in this parable?” But a better question is “Who is Jesus for me in the parable?”
Introduction to the Parables of Christ
What is a "Parable" and why does Jesus seem to speak in such mysteries?
Your hosts Pastor Troy Neujahr and Pastor Craig Donofrio explain this Jesus way of communicating to you and for you.