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Metter Methodist MessagesWHO WE ARE | "Authentic Family" | Romans 12:1-21Pastor Allen concludes our series by introducing our 5th Core Value, "Authentic Family." Using Romans 12, Pastor Allen gives some "Household Rules" for the Family of God.2024-10-2729 minMetter Methodist MessagesWHO WE ARE | "Wesleyan Focused" | 1 John 4:7-21Pastor Allen continues to introduce our Core Values. This week was Wesleyan Focused. What does it meant to "Methodist"?
John Wesley used the picture of a house to describe how we experience God's grace. Pastor Allen goes through The Porch, The Door, and The Rooms.2024-10-1428 minMetter Methodist MessagesACTS 15-28 | "Did You Receive the Holy Spirit?" | Acts 19:1-10Pastor Allen looks at an encounter Paul has with disciples from Ephesus who had not received the Holy Spirit. 2024-06-2425 minMetter Methodist MessagesACTS 15-28 | "Learning to Hear the Father's Voice" | Acts 18:1-11Pastor Allen takes a look at how God speaks to His people. Just as Paul had visions to help guide him where to go on his missionary journey, God speaks to us today. 2024-06-1728 minMetter Methodist MessagesACTS 15-28 | "Knowing the Unknown God" | Acts 17:22-34Pastor Allen looks at the encounter Paul has in Athens. From Paul's message to the Athenians, we see a clear way to talk about God to those around us.2024-06-1328 minMetter Methodist MessagesACTS 15-28 | "Spiritual Parenting" | Acts 16:1-5Pastor Allen looks at the relationship between Paul and Timothy and how we are all called to be Spiritual Parents to Spiritual Sons and Daughters. In our disciple making, we want to make resilient, responsible reproducers.2024-06-0323 minMetter Methodist MessagesACTS 15-28 | "The Gospel is Jesus Plus Nothing"Pastor Allen looks at the Jerusalem Council in Acts 15. Peter boldly proclaims in verse 11, "We believe it is through the grace of our Lord Jesus that we are saved, just as they are.”2024-05-2827 minMetter Methodist MessagesACTS 15-28 | "Lessons from the Early Church"Pastor Allen gives a recap of Acts 1-14 as we prepare to begin a series on Acts 15-28.2024-05-2015 min
The Podechesis PodcastThe Church: Life in the Image: The Nature of the Church (Part 2)Let’s go to church, y’all!
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys begin a conversation on the church as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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The John Wesley In...2024-05-1343 minMetter Methodist MessagesBEEN THERE | "When You Feel Unseen" | Luke 17:11-19Pastor Allen concludes his series, "Been There." Jesus knows what it feels like to be unseen. When healing 10 lepers in Luke 17, only 1 returned to give thanks. What can we learn from Jesus and the scriptures about what it's like be unseen?2024-05-1321 minMetter Methodist MessagesBEEN THERE | "Moving Past Rejection" | Mark 3:20-35Pastor Allen continues the series, "Been There." We have been looking at how Jesus has walked in our shoes and has experienced what we have experienced as humans. In this message, Pastor Allen looks at how Jesus was rejected by outsiders and insiders and what we can learn from His experience.2024-05-0923 minMetter Methodist MessagesBEEN THERE | "Why is God So Slow?" | Galatians 3:23-4:7Pastor Allen continues the series, "Been There." We have been looking at how Jesus has walked in our shoes and has experienced what we have experienced as humans. In this message, Pastor Allen looks at waiting on God's timing.2024-05-0928 minMetter Methodist MessagesBEEN THERE | "Jesus Loved and Mourned" | John 11:1-45Pastor Allen dives into the story of Jesus raising Lazarus from the dead. We see how Jesus walked in our shoes and how Jesus loved and mourned.2024-04-1525 minMetter Methodist MessagesEASTER SUNDAY | "The Power of Surrender" | Matthew 26:36-42Pastor begins a new series, "Been There." He will be looking how Jesus has "been tempted in every way, just as we are —yet he did not sin." (Hebrews 4:15). Pastor Allen used Matthew 26 and Jesus in the Garden of Gethsamene to show how we won't always have the power to control, but we always have the power to surrender.2024-04-0227 minThe Podechesis PodcastThe Church: Life in the Image: The Nature of the Church (Part 1)Let’s go to church, y’all!
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys begin a conversation on the church as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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The John Wesley I...2024-03-1443 minThe Podechesis PodcastSalvation: The Image Restored Order of Salvation: Sanctification & Glorification“Be holy as your Heavenly Father is holy."
How does God’s grace lead us to perfection and glory? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue a conversation on salvation as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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The Podechesis...2024-02-2836 minThe Podechesis PodcastSalvation: The Image Restored Order of Salvation: Prevenient Grace & Repentance“Repent and believe the Gospel.”
How does God’s grace lead us to repentance? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue a conversation on salvation as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Metter Methodist MessagesDISCIPLE: BE ONE. MAKE ONE. | "Association" | Mark 3:13-19Pastor Allen continues our series on Disciple making. After Jesus selected his 12 disciples, the next step was for them "to be with him." As his disciples, we are to be with Jesus too.
We are to P.R.A.Y: Pause, Reflect, Ask, Yield.
We are to Read the Word. Use the 5X5X5 plan. 5 minutes a day, 5 days a week, and 5 ways to approach the Word.
We are to Meet Together. Hebrews 10:24-25.2024-02-0423 minThe Podechesis PodcastSalvation: The Image Restored--Order of Salvation: Salvation and GraceWhat does it mean to “be saved?” How does Jesus save? In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys start a conversation on salvation as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Jesus FOCUSED ON A FEW. PRAYER WAS A PRIORITY.
As we make disciples, we want to look for F.A.T. people: FAITHFUL, AVAILABLE, TEACHABLE.2024-01-2827 minMetter Methodist MessagesDISCIPLE: BE ONE. MAKE ONE. | "The Ways of the Alongsider" | 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12Pastor Allen continues our series on disciple making by looking at how the Apostle Paul was an "alongside." We need a new picture of disciple making that change the "how", "when" and "where" of discipleship.2024-01-2127 minMetter Methodist MessagesDISCIPLE: BE ONE. MAKE ONE. | "The 5 All's of Disciple Making" | Matthew 28:16-20Pastor Allen continues our series on Disciple Making by looking at the Great Commission in Matthew 28:16-20.
The 5 All's of Disciple Making are:
1. All Authority
2. All Nations
3. All of the Commands
4. I am with you Always
5. All of Us2024-01-1426 minMetter Methodist MessagesDISCIPLE: BE ONE. MAKE ONE. | "The Invitation is the Definition" | Matthew 4:18-25Pastor Allen begins our series, DISCIPLE: BE ONE, MAKE ONE. We start by defining what it means to be a disciple.
A disciple is:
Following Jesus
Transformed by Jesus
On Mission for Jesus2024-01-0715 minMetter Methodist Messages"Comfort In Waiting" | Luke 2:22-40Pastor Allen looks at the examples of Simeon and Anna to help us find comfort in our waiting instead of trying to wait in comfort.2024-01-0228 minMetter Methodist Messages"A Story of Hope" | Isaiah 9:1-7 | 4th Sunday of AdventPastor Allen concludes our Advent series on the prophecies of Isaiah about Jesus.2023-12-2628 minMetter Methodist Messages"Jesus and Jubilee" | Isaiah 61:1-4 | 3rd Sunday of AdventPastor Allen continues our Advent Series looking at the prophecies of Isaiah about Jesus.2023-12-1723 minMetter Methodist Messages"Being Prepared" | Isaiah 40:1-5 | 2nd Sunday of AdventPastor Allen continues our Advent Series on the prophecies of Isaiah.2023-12-1118 minThe Podechesis PodcastRevelation: The Image Revealed: TraditionIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue discussing the doctrine of revelation (the theological principle) as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Spirit & Truth...2023-12-0449 minMetter Methodist Messages"Stepping Into The Story" | Isaiah 64:1-4 | 1st Sunday of AdventPastor Allen begins our look at the Prophet Isaiah during Advent.2023-12-0416 minMetter Methodist Messages"Being A Witness, Part 2" | Acts 14:1-7Pastor Allen concludes are series on Acts Chapters 1-14 by looking at what it means to be a witness for Jesus.2023-11-2725 minMetter Methodist Messages"How Do We Attain the Fullness of Christ?" | Acts 13:1-3, Ephesians 4:11-17Pastor Allen continues our series on Acts Chapters 1-14. We look at the gifts of the Holy Spirit and the offices in the church of APEST (Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist, Shepherd, Teacher).2023-11-2733 minMetter Methodist Messages"What Are We Expecting?" | Acts 12:1-17Pastor Allen continues are series on Acts Chapter 1-14. We look at Peter's miraculous rescue from prison.2023-11-1331 minMetter Methodist Messages"Who is Barnabas?" | Acts 11:19-26Pastor Allen continues our series on Acts 1-14. We look at the life of Barnabas and how we can all be a "son or daughter of encouragement."2023-10-3018 minMetter Methodist Messages"What Is Our Heritage?" | Acts 10:1-23Pastor Allen continues our series on Acts and looks at the Peter's vision. We also celebrate Heritage Sunday.2023-10-2322 minMetter Methodist Messages"From Enemies to Friends" | Acts 9:1-19Pastor Allen continues our series in Acts by looking at Saul's conversion.2023-10-1727 minMetter Methodist Messages"How to Hear God?" | Acts 8:26-40As we continue our series in Acts, Pastor Allen looks at the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch.2023-10-0827 minThe Podechesis PodcastSpecial Episode with Dr. Brian RussellWe are, once again, joined by one of our favorite guests and people, Dr. Brian Russell of Asbury Seminary. Dr. Russell joins the guys to talk about his newest book, Astonished by the Word: Reading Scripture for Deep Transformation.
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The Podechesis Podcast is a proud member of the Spirit & Tru...2023-10-0344 minMetter Methodist Messages"What Does A Witness Look Like?" | Acts 6:8-7:1We continue our series thru Acts 1-14. Pastor Allen looks at the example of Stephen as a model a witness for Jesus.2023-10-0120 minMetter Methodist Messages"What Does It Take to Lead?" | Acts 6:1-7Pastor Allen continues his series thru Acts 1-14. He looks at the leadership qualifications of the early church as they chose "The Seven."2023-09-2429 minMetter Methodist Messages"What Are We Building?" | Acts 5:1-11Pastor Allen continues his series in Acts by looking at the difficult passage from Acts 5:1-11 about the offering from Ananias and Sapphira. 2023-09-1729 minMetter Methodist Messages"Being A Witness" | Acts 1:1-8Pastor Allen kicks off the series on Acts 1-14 but looking at Jesus' instructions to his disciples after the Resurrection and before the Ascension.2023-09-1231 minMetter Methodist Messages"What Can This Mean?" | Acts 2:1-13Pastor Allen looks at the Pentecost story in Acts as he continues the series on Acts 1-14.2023-09-1226 minMetter Methodist Messages"Why So Suprised?" | Acts 3:1-16Pastor Allen continues the series thru Acts 1-14 by looking at the healing done by Peter and John of the lame man at the temple.2023-09-1225 min
Metter Methodist Messages"When Has The Room Shook?" | Acts 4:23-31In this sermon, Pastor Allen looks at the story of Peter and John as they return from jail to their community of believers. Their story provides a compelling glimpse into the vital role that prayer played in the early church. The collective prayer of the believers not only moved the room but led to an outpouring of the Holy Spirit, demonstrating the sheer power of prayer.
As we explore the significance of prayer in the early church, we see that prayer was not merely something that the church did. It was the very essence...2023-09-1128 minThe Podechesis PodcastRevelation: The Image Revealed: ScriptureIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue discussing the doctrine of revelation (the theological principle) as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Spirit & Truth...2023-08-2243 minThe Podechesis PodcastRevelation: The Image Revealed: The Self-Revelation of GodIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys begin discussing the doctrine of revelation (the theological principle) as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Spirit & Truth...2023-08-1441 minThe Podechesis PodcastCreation: Image Given and Marred: SinIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue discussing the doctrine of creation as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Spirit & Truth is a movement of W...2023-06-2859 minThe Podechesis PodcastCreation: Image Given and Marred: The FallIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue discussing the doctrine of creation as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Spirit & Truth is a movement of W...2023-06-0540 minThe Podechesis PodcastCreation: Image Given and Marred: Wesley’s View of the Image of God: Part 2In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue discussing the doctrine of creation as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Spirit & Truth is a movement of W...2023-05-3041 minThe Podechesis PodcastCreation: Image Given and Marred: Wesley’s View of the Image of GodIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue their discussion on the doctrine of creation as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Spirit & Truth is a movem...2023-05-1723 minThe Podechesis PodcastCreation: Image Given and Marred: Humanity and the Image of GodIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue their discussion on the doctrine of creation as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Spirit & Truth is a movem...2023-05-0149 minThe Podechesis PodcastEaster Special 2023In this special episode of The Podechesis Podcast, in honor of the Easter season, the guys talk about the resurrection of Jesus and why it matters today.
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Spirit & Truth is a movement of Wesleyan-min...2023-04-1036 minThe Podechesis PodcastSpecial Episode: Spirit and Truth RecapIn this special episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys give a recap of the Spirit and Truth Conference. Especially, they talk about prophecy, the office of the prophet, and the goodness of God.
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Spirit & T...2023-03-2742 minThe Podechesis PodcastCreation: Image Given and Marred: Humanity as Object of God’s LoveIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue their discussion on the doctrine of creation as referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Spirit & Truth is a movem...2023-03-1334 minThe Podechesis PodcastSpecial Episode w/Matt Reynolds of Spirit and TruthIn this special episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys are joined by the founder and president of Spirit and Truth, Matt Reynolds.
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Spirit & Truth is a movement of Wesleyan-minded Christians seeking to awaken and e...2023-03-061h 00The Podechesis PodcastThe Faith Once Delivered: Attributes of God: God’s Holiness & God is SpiritIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue their discussion on the attributes of God referenced in The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute.
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Spirit & Truth is a movement of...2022-11-1449 minThe Podechesis PodcastThe Faith Once Delivered: Attributes of God: God’s Omniscience, Omnipotence, & OmnipresenceIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue their discussion of The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute. They talk about God’s attributes of omniscience (all knowing), omnipresence (everywhereness), and omnipotence (all powerfulness).
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The Podechesis Podcast is a proud member of the Spirit & Tr...2022-10-1746 minThe Podechesis PodcastThe Faith Once Delivered: Attributes of God: God’s Perfection, Necessity, and SimplicityIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue their discussion of The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute. They talk about God’s unchanging nature, his necessity, and his simplicity.
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The Podechesis Podcast is a proud member of the Spirit & Truth Podcast Network.2022-09-2640 minThe Podechesis PodcastThe Faith Once Delivered: Attributes of God: Eternality and Immutability“Revelation is the unveiling and making known God’s redemptive purpose toward humanity.” -Thomas Oden
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys continue their discussion of The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute. They talk about God’s unchanging nature, his perfect love and goodness, and why God revealing himself matters.
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...2022-09-1940 minThe Podechesis PodcastThe Faith Once Delivered: God--Father, Son, and Holy SpiritIn this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Allen, Brett and Jim begin their journey through The Faith Once Delivered document published by the John Wesley Institute. They talk about the nature of God, the nature of humanity, and why what we believe about God matters.
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The Podechesis Podcast is a pro...2022-09-1248 minThe Podechesis PodcastOn Faith and RepentanceHow do we escape the punishment of sin and disobedience to God? What does it mean to have faith in Christ? What is faith? What is repentance? How does one repent of their sins?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about questions 85-87 in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism. These questions concern what it means to have faith in Christ and to repent of our sins. Brett, Allen, and Jim will discuss what faith is, why it is necessary, what repentance is and why it is vital to our relation...2022-03-0740 minThe Podechesis PodcastThe Consequences of SinCan any person, in their own strength and power, keep the commands of God? What are the consequences of breaking those commands? Are all sins equal in the sight of God? What are the wages, or earnings, of sin?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about questions 82-84 in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism. These questions concern the consequences of breaking the commands of God. Brett, Allen, and Jim will discuss whether certain sins are worse than others, why a loving God would have consequences in the first place, and how...2022-02-2839 minThe Podechesis PodcastThe Ten Commandments Part 7: On No Killing/Murder/Taking LifeWhat does it meant to not kill/murder/take a life? What does it mean to preserve one’s life and/or the lives of others? Are there just means in taking a life? How does the sixth commandment speak to wider issues of life like: euthanasia, capital punishment, when life begins, poverty, education, etc.?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism that deal with the 6th commandment (On not killing). They will talk about the nuances of the commandment as well as it...2022-01-1040 minThe Podechesis PodcastThe Ten Commandments Part 6: On Honoring our ParentsWhat does it mean to honor our parents? What is purpose behind the 5th commandment? Why do our relationships, especially between us and our parents, matter in our relationship with God? What does this commandment say about relationships in general?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism that deal with the 5th commandment (On Honoring our Parents). They talk about why relationships matter, how the fifth commandment has a pivotal role in the whole of the Ten Commandments, and how parents should...2021-12-2046 minThe Podechesis PodcastThe Ten Commandments Part 5: On the SabbathWhat is the Sabbath? Why is a day of “rest” so important that it is included in the Ten Commandments? Is it really a big deal if we work on Sundays (or whenever the sabbath is)? Does sabbath even matter today?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys are joined by Maggie Ulmer of Spirit & Truth, Firebrand Magazine, and Plain Truth: A Holy Spirited Podcast to talk about the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism that deal with the 4th commandment (On Sabbath). They will discuss why sabbath is important, our someti...2021-11-151h 13The Podechesis PodcastThe Ten Commandments Part 4: On Not Taking the Lord’s Name in Vain.What does the third commandment mean by “You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain? What are ways in which we misuse God’s “name” today? Does the third commandment speak to more than just “bad words?” Does the third commandment still matter today?
On this episode of the Podechesis Podcast, the guys talk about the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism that deal with the third commandment. They talk about what it means to “take the Lord’s name in vain,” honoring God with our words and deeds, and what the...2021-11-0150 minThe Podechesis PodcastThe Ten Commandments Part 3: No Graven ImagesWhat is the big deal with “graven images?” Are images that depict Jesus bad? What are images that we worship today? What does it mean that God is a jealous God?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys discuss the questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism that deal with the second commandment. They talk about what “graven images” are, idolatry and the Image of God, and why the second commandment matters today.
Along the way, Brett admits that Allen may actually be right, Allen states that he m...2021-10-181h 00The Podechesis PodcastThe Ten Commandments Part 2: No Other Gods
What is the first commandment and why does it matter? What does it mean to not have other gods before God? Why does God demand our complete loyalty? How do we worship God alone? How do we keep from worshipping other Gods?
On this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys are joined by Tony Miltenberger of The Reclamation Podcast and Spirit & Truth to discuss the set of questions in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism dealing with the first commandment (questions 45-48). They discuss the jealousy of God, what things can be like gods...2021-10-0443 minThe Podechesis PodcastThe Ten Commandments Part 1: The PrefaceWhy are the Ten Commandments important? What does the preface to the Ten Commandments teach us about God and us? What is it about God’s nature that binds us to keep his commands? How is obedience the appropriate response to God’s grace?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys examine questions 43-44 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism and talk about the preface of the Ten Commandments (Exodus 20:2), why obedience to the Lord is actually an act of freedom, and how the Ten Commandments can spark deep theological reaso...2021-09-2053 minThe Podechesis PodcastWhat is Required of Humanity: An Introduction of the Ten CommandmentsWhat is the obligation of all believers? How are Christians to know what that obligation is? What is the moral law? What are the Ten Commandments and do they still matter today?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys examine Questions 39-42 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism and discuss Christian duty, the reason that obedience is key to faithful living, and why untethering from the Old Testament may not be the best idea.
Along the way, Jim is rude, Allen is offended, and Brett just tries to...2021-09-1551 minThe Podechesis PodcastOn the Benefits of Death and Resurrection for BelieversWhat happens to believers when they die? What does it mean to “rest in their graves until the resurrection? What is the resurrection of the dead? Do we immediately meet Jesus upon our death or is there a “waiting” time? Why does death and resurrection matter?
In this episode of the Podechesis Podcast, the guys discuss the benefits of death and resurrection for believers. They will talk about what happens to believers when they pass away, what is meant by eternity, and even chat about Christian funerals.
Along the way, Allen gets serious, Jim i...2021-08-301h 02The Podechesis PodcastThe Benefits of Justification and Sanctification in This LifeWhat benefits does salvation bring in this life? Why does justification and sanctification matter? Can we be assured of God’s love for us and be confident in our salvation? Can we truly live in joy and peace in this life?
In this episode of the Podechesis podcast, the guys discuss question 36 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism: Q36-What are the benefits that in this life do accompany or flow from justification, adoption, and sanctification? They talk about the transformational power of God’s love, the ability to know that one is a chil...2021-08-0958 minThe Podechesis PodcastOn the Benefits of Salvation: Sanctification
What is sanctification? What is Christian perfection? Is entire sanctification in this life possible? How does the promise of salvation continue beyond the “altar experience?”
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys are joined by Dr. Scott Kisker, professor of church history at United Theological Seminary in Dayton, OH to discuss Question 35 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism: Q35-What is sanctification? Dr. Kisker adds his voice to and important discussion about holiness, the Christian life, and recovering the “great depositum” of Methodism–Sanctification.
Along the way, Jim dreams o...2021-07-261h 05The Podechesis PodcastOn the Benefits of Salvation: JustificationThe Podechesis Podcast (Episode 27): On the Benefits of Salvation: Justification
What is justification? What about regeneration? What sort of change does God work in us at the moment of our salvation? What is salvation and why does it matter?
In this episode of the Podechesis Podcast, the guys tackle questions 33 and 34 in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism: Q33-What is justification & Q 34- What is adoption? They discuss the process and moment of salvation, the relative and real change that Jesus’ offers without a price, and why the moment of our salvati...2021-07-1256 minThe Podechesis PodcastOn the Benefits of Salvation: An IntroductionWhat are the benefits of salvation? What does it mean to be justified and sanctified? Is salvation a moment or a process? When does God’s grace begin to work in our lives? What is effectual calling and why did John Wesley strike it out of the catechism all together?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Brett, Jim, and Allen discuss questions 31 and 32 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism: Q31-What is effectual calling? & Q 32- What benefits do those who truly believe partake of in this life? They will also discuss th...2021-06-2758 minThe Podechesis PodcastOn The Holy Spirit
Who is the Holy Spirit? What is the Holy Spirit’s role in our salvation and redemption? How does the Holy Spirit apply the redemption purchased by Christ to us? What is the role of the Holy Spirit in the life of an individual? In the life of the community?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys tackle questions 29 and 30 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism, Q29-How are we made partakers of the redemption purchased by Christ & How does the Spirit apply to us the redemption purchased by Christ? They...2021-06-1453 minThe Podechesis PodcastOn Jesus Christ Part 7: The Exaltation of ChristWhat is the exaltation of Christ? How does Jesus’ “upward turn” complete the Gospel? What is the meaning of the Harrowing of Hell, the Resurrection, The ascension, and the 2nd coming? Why does the exaltation of Jesus even matter?
On this episode of the Podechesis Podcast, the guys discuss question 28 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism, Q28–In what consists of Christ’s exaltation? They talk about what was happening between the crucifixion and resurrection, why Jesus’ ascension is important, and why maybe the second coming of Christ may not be as confusing as it seems...2021-05-311h 04The Podechesis PodcastOn Jesus Part 6: The Humiliation of ChristWhat is the humiliation of Christ? What is the meaning of the incarnation? How did the Son of God participate in the sufferings of earthly life? What is the wrath of God and why does a correct understanding of God’s wrath matter today?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Jim, Allen, and Brett are joined by special guest, Rev. Dr. Jonathan Smith, Campus Minister of the Georgia Southern University Wesley Foundation to discuss question 27 John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism—Q27: In what did Christ’s humiliation consist? They will discuss the meanin...2021-05-171h 13The Podechesis PodcastOn Jesus Part 5: Jesus the KingWhat is the biblical understanding of a king? How does Jesus fulfil this important office? Why does it matter that Jesus is the king? What is the Kingdom of God? Why does God’s kingdom matter?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys take on questions 26 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism—Q26: How does Christ execute the office of a king? They discuss the role of a king, being subjects of King Jesus, Jesus’ rule and authority, and his power to restrain and conqueror.
Along the way, Allen pus...2021-05-031h 05The Podechesis PodcastOn Jesus Part 4: Jesus the Priest
What is a priest? How does Jesus exercise the office of priest? What is a sacrifice and what is the meaning of Jesus’ sacrifice on our behalf? What is meant by Jesus being the eternal priest? Why do we need a priest today?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys take on questions 25 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism—Q25: How does Christ execute the office of a priest? They discuss the role of a priest, divine justice, God’s mercy, and Christ’s continual intercession for us even now.
A...2021-04-191h 00The Podechesis PodcastOn Jesus Part 3: Jesus the ProphetHappy Easter Podechumens! He is risen indeed!!!!!
What are the offices that Jesus executes as our redeemer? What is the office of Prophet? How does Jesus fulfill that role? How does Jesus make God’s will known to humanity? What is the spiritual gift of prophecy, and how is it connected to the office of prophet that Jesus executes?
On this episode of the Podechesis Podcast, the guys discuss questions 23 and 24 or John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism: Q23-What offices does Christ execute as our redeemer? & Q24-How does Chris...2021-04-0554 minThe Podechesis PodcastOn Jesus Christ Part 2: On the IncarnationWhat is the incarnation? Did the second person of the Trinity really put on flesh and experience the human reality? What is meant by the creedal affirmations of conception by the Holy Spirit and Jesus being born of a virgin? Is affirmation to the virgin birth necessary to Christian faith? If Jesus was tempted as we are, did he also experience sin as we do?
On this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys discuss question 22 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism: How did Christ, being the Son of God, become man? Brett, Allen, and Jim...2021-03-211h 04The Podechesis PodcastOn Jesus Part 1: Jesus Christ the RedeemerWho is Jesus? What does it mean that he is the redeemer? Lord? Son of God? Eternal? How is Jesus the answer to the sin problem? Does Jesus still matter today?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Brett, Jim, and Allen discuss question 21 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism: Who is the redeemer of God’s elect (mankind). They discuss the divinity of Jesus, his humanity, and why it is important that he was more than a great teacher and moral figure from the past. The guys will also talk about some different heresies, ch...2021-03-081h 03The Podechesis PodcastOn Sin Part 5: On Misery and HellWhat are the eternal consequences of our fallenness? What is the miserable estate in which we live? What does it mean to be separated from our creator? What is hell and does it truly exist? Does the love of God negate the idea of hell? I hell necessary?
On this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys take on two of the questions from John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism, Q19- What is the misery of that estate into which man fell; and Q20-Did God leave all mankind to perish in the estate of sin...2021-02-221h 08The Podechesis PodcastOn Sin Part 4: The Fallen NatureWhat the difference between the sinful nature and sins committed? In what way is our nature corrupted by sin? What is original righteousness? Is it possible to not sin? What is the guilt of sin and how is it passed down?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Jim, Brett, and Allen continue their discussion on sin by looking at questions 17, Into what estate did the fall bring mankind? and 18, Wherein consists the sinfulness of that estate into which man fell? of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism. They talk about why correct thinking of our fallen natu...2021-02-081h 11The Podechesis PodcastOn Sin Part 3: The Scope of Sin w/ Special Guest Rev. Rebecca Duke-BartonWhat is the scope of sin? How deep and wide is its reach in humanity? What is the consequence of Sin? Were Adam and Eve real people or archetypes for all of humanity? How are sin and the consequences of sin passed down from generation to generation?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Jim and Brett are joined by special guest (and pinch-hitter for Allen) Rev. Rebecca Duke-Barton, pastor of Jesup First United Methodist Church, to discuss question 16 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism, Did all mankind fall in Adam’s first transgression...2021-01-251h 10The Podechesis PodcastOn Sin Part 2: The Fruit of SinWhat exactly was the sin that Adam and Eve committed when they ate the fruit from the forbidden tree? Why was that fruit forbidden in the first place? Who’s at fault for breaking God’s command? What is God trying to hide from humanity in forbidding the knowledge of good and evil?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the Brett, Jim, and Allen discuss question 15 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism: What was the sin by which our first parents fell from the estate in which they were created?They talk about the root o...2021-01-1155 minThe Podechesis PodcastChristmas (and Advent) SpecialIt’s Christmas time (and Advent) once again. The hot chocolate is flowing, the movies are on, and the lights are twinkling brightly. The question is does Christmas still matter?
In this special Christmas (and Advent) episode of the Podechesis Podcast, the boys take a break from Wesley’s Revision of the Shorter Catechism to share some of their favorite Christmas memories, movies, songs, and foods. They talk about Christmas lights and the Light of the world, Jesus. They also make a case for why the season of Advent is so important for the church.
Along the way...2020-12-1457 minThe Podechesis PodcastOn Sin Part 1: What is Sin?What is Sin? Why does sin exist? Are we born with sinful natures or are we nurtured into sin? What does it mean to break God’s law? Are we naturally good? What was humanity’s first taste of disobedience—pride or unbelief? Can you have a right understanding of sin without a right understanding of grace? How does Jesus fit into this discussion?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the Brett, Jim, and Allen discuss questions 13 and 14 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism: Did our first parents continue in the estate in which they were crea...2020-11-231h 00The Podechesis PodcastOn Creation Part 4: Special Providence W/ Special Guest Dr. David WatsonHow did God specifically act toward humanity upon their creation? What is the meaning of covenant and why is it important to understand the conditions upon which God entered into relationship with humanity? Why was the tree of the knowledge of good and evil the one thing that was forbidden to eat from in the garden? Are there conditions to God’s love for us? What should our response to God’s love be?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys are joined by Dr. David Watson of United Theological Seminary (Dayton, OH) to discuss question 1...2020-11-091h 06The Podechesis PodcastOn Creation Part 3: On God’s ProvidenceWhat is providence? How does God act? What is his handywork and how does a transcendent God also be an intimate God? Is the world just ruled by fate or chance or is there something more? And what about freewill? Did God just create and then back off or is he an involved creator? If God is in charge, are we truly free?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Brett, Jim, and Allen discuss question 11 from John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism, What are God’s works of providence? The guys talk about God’s nature, how he...2020-10-191h 12The Podechesis PodcastOn Creation Part 2: The Creation of HumanityWhat does it mean that God created humanity? Why is important that God created Adam out of the dust of the earth and Eve from Adam’s rib? Why was it important for Adam to have a partner and what does that say about the role of close relationships and community in human existence? And what is the deal with being created in the image of God?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Brett, Jim, and Allen discuss question 10 from John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism, how did God create Man? The guys talk about how...2020-10-051h 05The Podechesis PodcastOn Creation Part 1: The Work of CreationWhat does it mean that God created all things? What does it mean that God created out of nothing? Can one believe in a creator God and in science? Is there any real reason why one cannot hold to a biblical worldview and still believe in science? Did God create all things in seven days or is something else going on in Genesis 1 and 2?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Brett, Jim, and Allen discuss question 9 of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism, what is the work of creation? The guys will talk about the seven...2020-09-211h 07The Podechesis PodcastThe Decrees of God (Wesley’s first Revisions) w/Special Guest Dr. Justus HunterWhat are the decrees of God? Do we have any say in our relationship with God or are we predestined from before the time of creation for salvation or damnation? Also, who is John Wesley? What is the Wesleyan way of doing theology and living the life of faith? Why is the Wesleyan way it important? Are Calvinist and Wesleyans so different or is there more that unites us than divides?
On this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, the guys are joined by Dr. Justus Hunter (see below for bio) to discuss John Wesley’s first revisions to the Sho...2020-09-071h 14The Podechesis PodcastOn God: Part 3: On the TrinityWhat is God’s nature like? If we, as Christians, worship only one God, then what is the deal God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit? Do we really worship one God or are there three God’s that demand our obedience? Or, does any of this really matter anyway? Can’t we just worship God no matter what his nature is like; besides, who am I to make a truth claim about God’s nature?
On this episode of the The Podechesis Podcast, Brett, Allen, and Jim discuss question 6 in John Wesley’s Revision of the We...2020-08-261h 04The Podechesis PodcastOn God: Part 2So, how many gods are there really? Is it possible to worship more than one god if there is only one, true God? Many of us aren’t bowing before golden calves so we can’t be idolaters, correct? Is idolatry truly the sin of our age?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Allen, Jim and Brett talk about question 5 in John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism, “Are there more gods than one?” During this discussion, the boys will talk about what gods demand their worship, why worshipping the one, true, living God is not limiting; its...2020-08-1056 minThe Podechesis PodcastOn God: Part 1What is God? Is God a figment of our imagination, construct of human pride, or an unknowable entity in control of all things? Who is God? With so many God’s throughout history is it possible to know who or what the right God is? And how does Morgan Freeman play into all this?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Brett, Jim, and Allen will discuss question number four of John Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism, What is God? Working under the assumption that God exist and is particularly knowable, as the Catechism does...2020-07-271h 04The Podechesis PodcastThe Bible: Part 2: Idolatry w/Special Guest Dr. Brian RussellWhy is the Bible so important? Is it merely a collection of ancient narratives, poetry, and letters or is there something more? Is there a message that is threaded throughout the Bible that links Genesis to Revelation and all “books” in between? Is the Bible REALLY the word of God?
In this episode of The Podechesis Podcast, Brett, Jim, and Allen are joined by Dr. Brian Russell, Professor of Biblical Interpretation at Asbury Theological Seminary, to discuss the second questions of the Westminster Shorter Catechism--What do the Scriptures Principally Teach? They have a great discussion talking about all t...2020-07-131h 20The Podechesis PodcastThe Bible: Part 1In the last episode of The Podechesis Podcast we had a great conversation about our purpose. We learned that we were created to glorify God and enjoy him forever. So, if that is our purpose, how are we to carry it out. How do we know how to do what we were created to do?
In this episode, Brett, Allen, and Jim talk about the second question in Wesley’s Revision of the Westminster Shorter Catechism, “What rule has God given to direct us how we may glorify him?” They will talk about the Bible and why it is important...2020-06-291h 08The Podechesis PodcastHumanity’s PurposeIn the second episode of The Podechesis Podcast Allen, Jim, and Brett have an important conversation about the first question in Wesley’s Revision of the Westminister Shorter Catechism, “What is the chief end of man?” They discuss the meaning of purpose, what it means to glorify God and to enjoy him, and they share their hearts in discussing why it matters that we understand what it is God designed us to do.
Along the way, you will hear which cereal is the best, Jim try to convince Brett and Allen to try kale smoothies (not happening!), and Al...2020-06-1557 min