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The Simple Not Shallow PodcastSNS 104: Christ and What Sin IsThe other day, a good friend of mine stopped by, Old Man Tom. Old Man Tom, that’s what everybody calls him. Though, I genuinely don't know why that is. Whether that is because he’s a wise old soul or, simply put, he’s just older than dirt. I like to think it’s because he’s older than dirt. But whatever the reason, he is very sage, having more common sense than a drug store has pills. Anyway, he came by and said, “Good morning, Charles.”“Morning, Tom.” “Charles, as I was drinking coffee thi...2022-10-2519 min
The Simple Not Shallow PodcastSNS 103: Christianity and the Whole LifeThe other day, I was speaking with Old Man Tom, a good friend of mine; Old Man Tom, that’s what everybody calls him anyway. Though, I truly don't know why that is. Whether that is because he’s a wise old soul or, simply put, because he is older than dirt. I like to think it’s cause he’s older than dirt. But whatever the reason, he is a very sage individual, having more common sense than a drug store has pills. I’m telling ya.Anyway, he came by the other day and asked me a quest...2022-10-1122 min
The Simple Not Shallow PodcastSNS 102: Of Christians and AngerThis past week I have had cause to get angry at work. Now, the ins and outs of why are not crucial to our chat. For we all know what it’s like to get mad at work, right? But the anger itself is what is of interest. Because it brought to mind an age-old question; is getting angry a sin? Is it a sign of weak faith? This is what we are going to chat about in this episode.Now, my name is Charles, Charles Yerkes, and this is the first episode of our new Coffee-side Ch...2022-05-1712 min
The Simple Not Shallow PodcastSNS 097: What Did I Just Hear? Psalm 68Can I just say that while context is king, tone may well be the Secretary of State? It is amazing how the tone used when we hear or read something colors how we listen to it; if we listen to it. For instance, the word “Hello.” Depending on the tone, it can be very warm and welcoming, or cold and even almost rude. The same is true of how we read the Bible. Isn’t that intriguing? The Bible can sound very warm, welcoming, and compassionate, or it can sound aloof, cold, and holier than thou. Which is a bit ir...2022-04-1218 min
The Simple Not Shallow PodcastSNS 096: The Profoundness of Blessings Psalm 67Can I just say that moving is one of my least favorite things in the world to do? But for the past two weeks, that’s where I have been, moving. But thankfully, that is all behind us now. I apologize that it got in the way of getting this episode to you an episode last week. But we’re back, we’re moving, and here we go with episode 96. Thank you for understanding. Enjoy.Now, can I just say, concerning this Psalm, that the thing that impressed me most in this concise poem is that the Psalmi...2022-04-0511 min
The Simple Not Shallow PodcastSNS 095: Psalm Tuesday, The Moving Episode ~ Psalm 36 RevisitedWelcome to the Simple Not Shallow Podcast. This is Psalm Tuesday, where we read a different Psalm each Tuesday in a manner meant to honor its original use in a worship service. But this week, we are doing things just a little differently. This is because I’m in the middle of moving, and this has left me no time to prepare a new episode. So, we are going to revisit a listener favorite. It is episode 64, The Source of All Life and Living, which is a reading of Psalm 36. It is the most popular episode to date. Next we...2022-03-2213 min
The Simple Not Shallow PodcastSNS 094: Praising God for What? Psalm 66Can I just say that of all the things I was expecting to find in a Psalm of praise, the psalmist praises God for something that wasn't even on the radar? It caught me entirely by surprise. Though, it does make perfect sense. He is praising God for refining his faith through a similar process to which silver is refined. Silver has to have the impurities burned out of it in order to be pure, and that fire is very hot. Another way this could be said is that he is praising God for disciplining him and helping him...2022-03-1512 min
The Simple Not Shallow PodcastSNS 093: Praise and Quietness? Psalm 65Can I just say that what struck me most in this psalm is that praise for God need not always be loud or super energetic in tone? That there can be a quiet and peaceful certainty in our honoring God. Yes, a positive and calm assurance is what I see here. For starters…. Well, let's first hear the psalm. Then we'll chat about it. Also, before beginning, I am proud to say that this podcast is now sponsored by our book, Psalms 1-72, A Simple Not Shallow Presentation. This book is a collection of the Psalms, as hea...2022-03-0809 min
The Simple Not Shallow PodcastSNS 092: But Sovereign God, Psalm 64Can I just say that I have found three profoundly beautiful words of encouragement in this psalm? They are, “But Sovereign God.” Three little words that say so much. Indeed, when life is out of hand, the pain faced is real, and the attitude of those causing the pain is, at best, callous, then these words are very encouraging indeed. Well, let’s first hear the psalm. Then we’ll chat about it. Also, before beginning, I am proud to say that this podcast is now sponsored by our book, Psalms 1-72, A Simple Not Shallow Presentation. This book...2022-03-0110 min
The Simple Not Shallow PodcastSNS 91: Keeping Problems in the Background, Psalm 63Can I just say that the more time I spend studying and learning about the Psalms, the more wonderous they become? For instance, in this one, Psalm 63, I have heard something quite profound. Something that I did not hear in the initial reading. In this psalm, I found the wisdom of keeping problems in the background of my thoughts and keeping God as their focus. See, it’s…. Well, let’s first hear the psalm. Then we’ll chat about it. Also, before beginning, I am proud to say that this podcast is now sponsored by our boo...2022-02-2211 min