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Christ Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | Why our Church Updated our BrandingIn this episode Jon Brodhagen and Pastor Nate Walker talk about the new Christ Church branding. They discuss whether branding is a "bad" word for ministries, the branding process, the history of the Agnus Dei and future rollout for the brand.
2026-02-0442 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | How to Lead Family WorshipIn today's episode Jon Brodhagen discusses with Pastor Nate Walker and Jessy Smit, a ruling elder at Christ Church Bellingham, the importance of family worship, how they lead their families in this with a hope to equip and encourage other families to regularly practice family worship together.
2025-12-1851 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | Church Core Values Series, Part 5: KingdomIn our final episode of our Core Values series, Jon Brodhagen sits down with Pastor Nate Walker to unpack our church's core value of Kingdom.What exactly is the kingdom of God? Is it just “heaven someday,” or the great biblical story-line where heaven comes down and God’s reign fills the whole earth? Why is the Gospel a royal announcement that Jesus is the enthroned King of kings—not just Savior of souls, but Lord over politics, culture, family, work, education, and the arts?What do Psalm 2, Matthew 28, and Colossians 1 reveal about Christ’s real autho...
2025-12-011h 21Christ Church Bellingham PodcastChapel Talk | Honoring Charlie Kirk’s Final WitnessPastor Nate teaches on Matthew 16:24–28, a passage about taking up your cross and following Christ. In this message, he honors Charlie Kirk for his faithful preaching of the gospel and his dedication to speaking truth in love with confidence and without fear.
2025-09-1110 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastSermon | Sharing Christ with Our Neighbors (Eph. 3:1-13)Pastor Nate Walker continues the series on the book of Ephesians with a sermon titled “Mission to the Nations,” focusing on Ephesians 3:1-13.
2025-07-2132 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastFoundational Beliefs Series | The Meaning of EverythingThis episode continues our "Foundational Beliefs" series, and explores Colossians 1:15-20 to reveal Jesus Christ's ultimate preeminence. Discover how Jesus is the meaning of human life, nature, history, and God Himself. The sermon unpacks Christ's role as the image of God, creator and sustainer of all things, and the reconciling head of the Church. This sermon was originally given on 12/24/23.
2025-07-0934 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastFoundational Beliefs Series | An Overview of the BibleThis episode, the first in our "Foundational Beliefs" series, explores Jesus's parable from Mark 12, summarizing the grand story of existence: God's good creation, humanity's rebellion, and God sending His Son, Jesus, to set all things right. Learn why this narrative is essential for understanding ourselves, the world, and our Creator, and how we are called to receive Christ. This sermon was originally given on 02/11/24.
2025-07-0233 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastPeter Leithart Series | The Mission of the Church, Part 4: A TablePeter Leithart, President of Theopolis Institute, gives a lecture at Christ Church Bellingham on the heart of the church’s mission and identity. Drawing from Deuteronomy and connecting it to the New Covenant, he shows how the church is shaped by four key elements: leaders, a book, a song, and a table. In the final part of this series, Leithart highlights the powerful picture of God’s hospitality—seen most clearly in Jesus—and how it invites us to welcome others with that same generous spirit. From the Lord’s Table to our dinner tables, we’re called to extend God’s...
2025-06-2546 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | Church Core Values Series, Part 4: FormationFor our next episode of our Core Values series at Christ Church Bellingham, Jon Brodhagen sits down with Pastor Nate Walker and Pastor Matt Boffey to discuss the topic of Formation.They explore questions like: What do we mean when we talk about formation? Why is formation a core value at Christ Church? Why is it essential that the Holy Spirit forms Christ in us, rather than us trying to form ourselves? They also consider why we focus on the Word, the sacraments, and prayer as the primary means through which Christ is formed in us. The...
2025-06-201h 16Christ Church Bellingham PodcastPeter Leithart Series | The Mission of the Church, Part 3: A SongPeter Leithart continues his series on cultivating a thriving church community through four main elements: a leader, a book, a song, and a table. Today, he focuses on the third element—a song.Peter explores the question, “Why do we sing?” and offers five reasons:We sing because we are imitating a God who sings.We sing to be filled with the Spirit—and because we are filled with the Spirit.We sing because we are a temple of the living God.We sing to offer the sacrifice of praise.We sing so that we may become f...
2025-06-1842 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | Church Core Values Series, Part 3: HospitalityIn this episode of our Core Values series at Christ Church Bellingham, Jon Brodhagen sits down with Pastor Nate Walker to discuss Hospitality. Together, they explore questions such as: Why is hospitality a core value at CCB? How can a biblical vision of hospitality be shaped into something that a church truly embodies? What does it look like to extend hospitality to the stranger while remaining faithful to the gospel? How can we structure the church to be welcoming to unbelievers? How do we live out a theology of hospitality in our homes and as committed members o...
2025-06-131h 00Christ Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | Church Core Values Series, Part 2: TruthIn this episode of our core values series at Christ Church Bellingham, Jon Brodhagen sits down with Pastor Nate Walker to talk about Truth.They consider questions like: What happens when we stop preaching hard truths? How does the Bible define truth? How should the church handle truth in a world that often resists it? They also talk about how we preach and teach truth to men, whether confrontational truth-telling is actually appealing to men, and how we can communicate truth well to both men and women. From there, they explore how we grow in our knowledge...
2025-06-061h 17Christ Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | Church Core Values Series, Part 1: GraceWhat does it truly mean to be a community built on grace? In the first episode of a new series on the core values of Christ Church Bellingham, Jon Brodhagen and Pastor Nate Walker discuss 'Grace.' They explore why grace is the starting point for everything at Christ Church, reflecting the principle: because we have received grace from God, we extend it to others. This conversation unpacks how this core value was chosen, why grace can be misunderstood, and how it's meant to fundamentally shape relationships, practices like confession, and even challenging aspects like church discipline. T...
2025-05-3050 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastSermon | Peacemaking, Part 1: Peace (Eph. 4:1-7)Pastor Nate Walker begins a new series on peacemaking with a sermon titled “Peacemaking, Part 1: Peace,” focusing on Ephesians 4:1–7.
2025-05-0532 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastMarriage Conference | Panel DiscussionTo close out Christ Church Bellingham’s Marriage Conference, a panel of wise men and women from our congregation came together to answer questions about marriage. From sacrificial love and biblical submission to navigating sex, in-laws, and difficult seasons, this conversation offers honest, gospel-centered wisdom for couples in every stage of marriage.
2025-05-0241 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastReformed Theology Series | Jesus in the Old TestamentIn this installment, Pastor Nate Walker preaches on the theme of Jesus in the Old Testament, focusing on Exodus 17. This sermon was originally delivered on March 11, 2018.
2025-04-3028 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastSermon | Textual Criticism (Mark 16:9-20)Pastor Nate Walker concludes our series through the Gospel of Mark with a sermon titled “Textual Criticism,” focusing on Mark 16:9–20.
2025-04-2830 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastMarriage Conference | God’s Grace in the Wake of Sin (Part 3)In the final talk of Christ Church Bellingham’s Marriage Conference, Pastor Nate opens Genesis 3 to explore how sin—and specific patterns of sin—undermine marriage. He also points us to God’s promises of grace and redemption for sinners in need of healing and hope.
2025-04-2549 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastSermon | He Rose Again From the Dead (Mark 16:1-6)This Easter Sunday, Pastor Nate Walker continues the series through the Gospel of Mark. This week’s sermon is titled “He Rose Again From the Dead,” from Mark 16:1-6.
2025-04-2329 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastReformed Theology Series | ProvidenceToday’s episode continues our series featuring past sermons on Reformed Theology.In this installment, Pastor Nate Walker preaches on the theme of providence from Genesis 37. Originally delivered on September 8, 2013, the sermon, “Providence,” invites us to consider the sovereign hand of God at work in all things.
2025-04-2347 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastMarriage Conference | God’s Design for Marriage (Part 2)In the second of three talks from Christ Church Bellingham’s Marriage Conference, Pastor Nate turns to Genesis 2 to unpack God’s calling for husbands, wives, and marriage.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-04-1845 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastReformed Theology Series | The Sovereignty of GodToday’s episode begins a new series featuring past sermons on Reformed Theology.In this first installment, Pastor Nate Walker explores one of the core truths of our faith: the sovereignty of God. Originally preached on December 3, 2017, the sermon, “The Sovereignty of God,” dives into Exodus 8:20–9:12.
2025-04-1734 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastSermon | The Death of Jesus (Mark 15:33-39)Pastor Nate Walker continues the series through the Gospel of Mark. This week’s sermon is titled “The Death of Jesus,” from Mark 15:33–39.
2025-04-1429 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastMarriage Conference | Male and Female (Part 1)In the first of three talks from Christ Church Bellingham’s Marriage Conference, Pastor Nate turns to Genesis One to explore God’s design for men and women and His purpose for marriage.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-04-1140 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Dispensationalism: 4 Consequences of This Bad Theology (Part 3)Jon Brodhagen discusses the practical consequences of dispensationalism, a modern theological framework that has significantly impacted the Church. He explores how dispensationalism undermines biblical authority, cultivates fear and anxiety, distorts the sufficiency of Christ’s work, and promotes dualism. Jon highlights how these issues have weakened the Church’s mission and calls Christians to embrace a more hopeful and faithful alternative rooted in covenantal theology. Tune in for a deeper look at how this theology has shaped Christian thought and culture, and why we need a shift toward a unified view of God’s redemptive plan.If you ha...
2025-04-0416 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | New Branding, Potential New Building, & Building Culture and InstitutionsPastor Nate Walker and Jon Brodhagen discuss the rationale behind the name change for Renew Northwest, the importance of institutions, a new facility opportunity for Christ Church, and the church and school's relationship in that, along with the church's broader theological role in shaping culture, and the long-term vision for Christ Church Bellingham. If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/r...
2025-03-281h 11Christ Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Heresy of Wokeism (Part 2): What Is Our Response?Pastor Nate Walker continues his deep dive into the heresy of wokeism and how Christians should respond. Wokeism takes the language of Christianity but distorts it into a worldview that is ultimately hostile to the mission of the Church. How does it differ from Christian orthodoxy? What are its cultural effects? And how can believers resist its influence while remaining faithful to Christ? Join us as we explore these critical questions and offer a biblical response to the challenges of our time.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by...
2025-03-2016 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Heresy of Wokeism (Part 1)What is wokeness, and why is it a modern heresy? Pastor Nate Walker explores its roots, connection to Marxism, and impact on the church. Tune in for a biblical perspective on this cultural movement.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-03-1315 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Against Natural Law (Part 2)Can morality exist without Christ? Pastor Nate Walker explores the dangers of relying on natural law apart from Scripture. From politics to education, he unpacks how this thinking leads to secularization and moral decline. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on why only God’s Word can truly guide us.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-02-2713 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Main Reason Peace Is So ImportantWhy does Paul command the church to “be at peace among yourselves” (1 Thess. 5:13)? Pastor Matt Boffey explores how peace strengthens leadership, equips believers for ministry, and is a powerful witness to the world. Tune in to see why church unity isn’t just important—it’s essential to our mission.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-02-2008 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastTeaching | Contemplation in ActionPastor Matt Boffey explores how deep prayer and reflection fuel a life of meaningful action, showing that contemplation and service go hand in hand in the Christian life.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-02-1344 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastChurch Vision | The Institution of the ChurchPastor Nate Walker shares at our congregational meeting about the institution of the church and its vision, both globally and at Christ Church Bellingham. He unpacks the church’s core roles in worship, teaching, and healing.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-02-0712 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Against Natural Law (Part 1)Pastor Nate Walker explores the limits of natural law, its intersection with moral truths, and the necessity of God’s Word to reveal true morality. He discusses how society’s moral compass is rooted in Christian influence, offering insights into how we engage with culture and politics. If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-01-3015 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastParent Conference | Q&A (Session 4)In part four of our Parent Conference series, a panel of parents, elders, and Pastor Nate Walker come together to answer questions on parenting. Join us as they provide thoughtful, biblical insights and practical advice on raising children in today’s world. If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-01-231h 07Christ Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | A New Study on SpankingPastor Nate Walker explores the biblical perspective on spanking, supported by personal experience and a new study. Discover how loving, self-controlled discipline can guide children in truth while honoring God’s Word.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-01-1614 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastChapel Talk | The Mission of God in the WorldPastor Matt Boffey delivers an insightful chapel talk at Trinity Classical School on the topic of The Mission of God in the World. He discusses what God is doing in the world, what Satan is doing in the world, and what the end of the world entails.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-01-0919 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Regarding New Year’s Resolutions: Don’t Do AnythingStart the new year by resting in God’s goodness. Pastor Matt Boffey explains why true change begins not with striving but with reflecting on what God has already done for us. Through Psalm 23, a powerful story, and timeless truths, discover how His grace fuels meaningful transformation.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2025-01-0208 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Mature Gospel-Centered Church (Part 2)In part two of this series, Pastor Nate Walker unpacks what it means to be a gospel-centered church. He explores how the gospel remains central to Christian maturity, addressing the temptation to “move on” from it as we grow in faith. Discover how trusting in Christ’s grace shapes our obedience and spiritual growth.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram...
2024-12-1911 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastChapel Talk | AuthorityPastor Nate delivers an insightful chapel talk at Trinity Classical School on the topic of authority. He underscores the importance of obeying and supporting earthly authorities appointed by the Lord while reminding us to ultimately submit to God as the supreme authority in our lives. If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-12-1218 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Dispensationalism, a Biblical & Theological Critique (Part 2)Jon Brodhagen continues his critique of dispensationalism, examining its key theological claims. Dispensationalism, a popular evangelical doctrine, asserts that God has two distinct covenant peoples—Israel and the Church—and a secret rapture before a future tribulation. Jon explores how this view misinterprets biblical prophecy, separates the Old and New Testament promises, and distorts God’s plan of salvation. Join Jon as he looks at the biblical issues with the rapture, tribulation, and the idea of a restored temple in Israel, challenging the dispensationalist narrative with a more unified understanding of Scripture.If you have been blessed by thi...
2024-12-0526 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastParent Conference | Q&A Session (Session 3)In part three of our Parent Conference series, a panel of parents, elders, and Pastor Nate Walker come together to answer questions on parenting, including the challenging topic of spanking. Join us as they provide thoughtful, biblical insights and practical advice on raising children in today’s world.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-11-2853 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Dispensationalism, Its History & Framework (Part 1)Jon Brodhagen explores the origins and key teachings of dispensationalism, a modern approach to eschatology that has shaped evangelical views on the rapture, tribulation, and end times. Drawing from 1 and 2 Thessalonians, he discusses how Paul’s teachings on the Day of the Lord address anxiety and confusion, providing clarity for Christians today.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewn...
2024-11-2119 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Mature Gospel-Centered ChurchPastor Nate Walker dives into the crucial relationship between law and gospel in church life. He explores how being a gospel-centered community impacts Christian living and the journey toward spiritual maturity, while addressing how to avoid the pitfalls of legalism. This talk offers practical wisdom for understanding discipleship and growth in the faith.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com...
2024-11-1418 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastYouth Group Talk | The Doctrine of Creation: A Rejection of EvolutionPastor Nate Walker delivers a talk at Christ Church Bellingham’s Youth Group on the doctrine of creation. He presents the case against evolution and explains the Christian perspective on the creation story.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-11-0729 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | How to Fill Our Lives With Songs of PraiseIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker explores the importance of singing in Christian worship and everyday life. Discover why singing, not just listening, is vital for spiritual vitality, and how churches can cultivate a culture of congregational singing that glorifies God. Pastor Nate also shares practical ways to integrate singing into your home and community life. If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below. https://www.renewnorthwest.com/ https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest https://twitter.com/RenewNWMag https...
2024-10-3109 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastParent Conference | Motherhood (Session 2)Pastor Nate Walker speaks at Christ Church’s Parent Conference in February 2024, discussing the biblical role of motherhood.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-10-2437 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastSchool Talk | Maturity and Discernment: A New School Year BeginsPastor Nate Walker kicks off the Trinity Classical School year by sharing insights from Scripture on the importance of education. He discusses maturity and the power of discernment, offering wisdom for the journey ahead.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-10-1714 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastGraduation Speech | Strength, Wealth, and PowerPastor Nate concludes the school year with his address at Trinity Classical School's graduation ceremony. In his parting words to the graduating seniors, he speaks about the true source of strength, wealth, and power in life, offering them guidance as they step into their next chapter.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-10-1016 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastParent Conference | Fatherhood (Session 1)Pastor Nate Walker kicked off Christ Church’s Parent Conference in February 2024, discussing the biblical role of fatherhood.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-10-031h 04Christ Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | CommunionJon Brodhagen, Pastor Nate Walker, and Pastor Matt Boffey engage in a conversation about communion, worship, and Christian liberty.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-09-261h 05Christ Church Bellingham PodcastYouth Group Talk | Youth Group VisionIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker launches the teaching year at Youth Group, diving into the core purpose of youth ministry and what it’s truly all about.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-09-1922 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Help Me Study The Bible Daily-and Actually Understand ItIn this episode, Pastor Matt Boffey discusses how to read your Bible, when to read your Bible, and how to get in the habit of reading it.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
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Grace Church BellinghamFullness of Christ's Blessing - Romans 15:23-16:16More broken than we know, more loved than we can comprehend. Welcome to the weekly sermon podcast of Grace Church Bellingham.
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Grace Church BellinghamFullness of Christ's Blessing - Romans 15:23-16:16More broken than we know, more loved than we can comprehend. Welcome to the weekly sermon podcast of Grace Church Bellingham.
2024-09-0830 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | Sons of GodIn this episode, Jon Brodhagen and Pastor Nate Walker have a conversation concerning the identity of the Sons of God in the Scriptures. They have a brotherly debate where Jon argues for the view that the Sons of God are angels, and Pastor Nate argues for the view that they are Christians.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com...
2024-09-061h 24Christ Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | Law-Gospel Distinctions***Update - At one point in this episode we mention some possible pitfalls in 12 step programs. We wish that we would have added our positive affirmations of many Christ-centered 12-step recovery programs. We have members of our church who participate in such a group, and even this last year our Senior Pastor led a 12-step recovery program around healthy eating. We apologize to our members who faithfully serve in these ministries for this omission. In this episode, Jon Brodhagen interviews Pastor Matt Boffey and Pastor Nate Walker. They discuss the law-gospel distinctions, the third use of the l...
2024-08-2852 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | PrayerIn this episode, Pastor Matt Boffey discusses how to pray, how to get in the habit of prayer, and when to pray.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-08-2224 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Consider Buying a BusinessIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker discusses the option for Christians to buy existing businesses as a great path toward financial success, impact their community for the Gospel and leave a legacy for their families. If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-08-1413 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Regarding New Year's Resolutions: Don't Do AnythingIn this episode, Pastor Matt Boffey discusses New Year's Resolutions, and other changes we are often inclined to make in our lives. He presents a picture of what healthy change looks like for a believer.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-05-2109 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Let's Talk About AlcoholIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker discusses our culture of alcohol, particularly amongst Reformed Christians. While extolling it's scriptural virtues, he makes an argument for an increased attitude of moderation in our culture which promotes debauchery. If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-05-1417 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Consider Buying a BusinessIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker discusses the idea for Christians to consider buying a business. As intergenerational legacy is important for Christians, purchasing businesses may be a path forward for Christians to change the legacy of their family and positively impact a community with the Gospel.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-05-0913 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Are the Sons of God Angels?In this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled: Are the Sons of God Angels? In this article, he discusses his view on a debated topic from the Scriptures. While an intramural debate amongst faithful Christians throughout church history, Pastor Nate outlines why he believes the Sons of God of Genesis 6 are human beings and not angels.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMag
2024-04-1720 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Sports on the SabbathIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled: Sports on the Sabbath. In this article, he discusses a controversial topic for Christians who have children involved in sports, and what that means for the Lord's Day.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-04-1214 minGrace Church BellinghamThrough Jesus Christ - Romans 5:12-21More broken than we know, more loved than we can comprehend. Welcome to the weekly sermon podcast of Grace Church Bellingham.
2024-04-0734 minGrace Church BellinghamThrough Jesus Christ - Romans 5:12-21More broken than we know, more loved than we can comprehend. Welcome to the weekly sermon podcast of Grace Church Bellingham.
2024-04-0734 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Gender PronounsIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled: Gender Pronouns. In this article, he discusses the important and often painful topic of Gender Pronouns in our culture, and how Christians should respond when confronted with this issue.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-04-0420 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Is it Okay to be Christian and Gay?In this episode, Pastor Matt Boffey reads his article titled: Is it Okay to Be a Christian and Be Gay? In this article, he discusses this important cultural question and offers biblical insight into the relationship between sin and a believer.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-04-0211 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Why You And Your Children Should Take Wine At The Lord's SupperIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled: Why You And Your Children Should Take Wine At The Lord's Supper. In this article, he discusses the importance of wine for the Lord's Supper and why you and your children should partake of it in Communion.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-03-2812 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | Infant BaptismIn this episode, Jon Brodhagen interviews Pastor Nate Walker on the important topic of Infant Baptism. In this episode they discuss, their stories of how they came to embrace infant baptism, what covenant theology is, scriptural and pastoral arguments for infant baptism, cultural and pastoral implications, the personal impact of infant baptism on their families, and how a Christian's view on baptism shapes their entire worldview from politics and gender identity, to discipling our children. If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.h...
2024-03-261h 03Christ Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Case For Egg HuntsIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled: The Case For Egg Hunts. In this article, he makes the case for why Christians and churches can and even should participate in egg hunts to celebrate Easter, as our risen Christ is the Lord of all creation and we are called to redeem culture in his Name.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMag
2024-03-2212 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastInterview | The Moscow MoodIn this episode, Jon Brodhagen interviews Pastor Nate Walker on a current church cultural topic: The Moscow Mood. In this episode they discuss, Doug Wilson, Tim Keller and their impacts on Christ Church Bellingham, as well as some of the controversies around Christ Church Moscow and Doug Wilson. If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-03-0741 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Learn Through Your Body: Lenten OpportunitiesIn this episode, Pastor Matt Boffey reads his article titled: Learn Through Your Body - Lenten Opportunities. In this article, he discusses the importance of biblical fasting and learning important spiritual disciplines with your body.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-03-0613 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | What is a Woman?In this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled: What is a Woman? This is the third article in a three article series addressing the Imago Dei in humanity, and how that is reflected in men and women.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-02-2917 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Therapeutic CultureIn this episode, Pastor Rob Rayburn reads his article: The Therapeutic Culture where he discusses how we are a culture profoundly shaped by therapy as a way to avoid sorrow, whereas the Bible reminds us that God is after our holiness more than our happiness.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-02-2710 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastChapel Talk | Proverbs for Teenagers and a Classical Christian EducationIn this episode, Pastor Nate teaches at Trinity Classical School's secondary school chapel on Proverbs for Teenagers and a Classical Christian Education.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-02-2425 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | What is a Man?In this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled: What is a Man? This is the second article in a three article series addressing the Imago Dei in humanity, and how that is reflected in men and women.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-02-2315 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Sudden Death of the Evening ServiceIn this episode, Pastor Rob Rayburn reads his article: The Sudden Death of the Evening Service where he discusses how many churches no longer have the traditional evening service, and why they should consider having an evening service.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-02-2009 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | What is a Human?In this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled: What is a Human? This is the first article in a three article series addressing the Imago Dei in humanity, and how that is reflected in men and women.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-02-1511 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Biblical LiteracyIn this episode, Pastor Rob Rayburn reads his article: Biblical Literacy where he discusses the decline of biblical literacy amongst the younger generations today and the importance of pastors working to recover a robust biblical literacy for Christians.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-02-1309 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastYouth Retreat, Part 4 | Series on Sex, Gender, Relationships and Christian Marriage: Understanding SexThis episode is the fourth in a series of four teachings Pastor Nate delivered to high school students from various PCA churches in the Pacific Northwest at a recent winter retreat. The teaching theme for the retreat was on Gender, Sex, Relationships and Christian Marriage. In this teaching Pastor Nate talks understanding sex as a Christian.**This episode has lower quality audio in some sections**If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www...
2024-02-1042 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastYouth Retreat, Part 3 | Series on Sex, Gender, Relationships and Christian Marriage: Christian MarriageThis episode is the third in a series of four teachings Pastor Nate delivered to high school students from various PCA churches in the Pacific Northwest at a recent winter retreat. The teaching theme for the retreat was on Gender, Sex, Relationships and Christian Marriage. In this teaching Pastor Nate talks about what Christian marriage is and looks like.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com...
2024-02-1052 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastYouth Retreat, Part 2 | Series on Sex, Gender, Relationships and Christian Marriage: GenderThis episode is the second in a series of four teachings Pastor Nate delivered to high school students from various PCA churches in the Pacific Northwest at a recent winter retreat. The teaching theme for the retreat was on Gender, Sex, Relationships and Christian Marriage. In this teaching Pastor Nate talks about the topic of gender in a culture that's upside down.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwest...
2024-02-1046 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastYouth Retreat, Part 1 | Series on Sex, Gender, Relationships and Christian Marriage: The Gospel and Pastor Nate's StoryThis episode is the first in a series of four teachings Pastor Nate delivered to high school students from various PCA churches in the Pacific Northwest at a recent winter retreat. The teaching theme for the retreat was on Gender, Sex, Relationships and Christian Marriage. In this teaching Pastor Nate talks about the Gospel and relates his testimony to the students.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps...
2024-02-1033 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Submission and Headship in the Home (Part 2 - Husbands)In this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled Submission and Headship in the Home (Part 2 - Husbands) where he discusses the Biblical concepts of submission and headship and how they should be applied in the home. This is part 2 of a 2 part series. Part 1 addressed wives.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-02-0919 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Church Calendar: Church Holidays We Celebrate at Christ Church Bellingham (Part 2)In this episode, Jon Brodhagen reads his article titled: The Church Calendar: Church Holidays We Celebrate at Christ Church Bellingham (Part 2) where he continues to discuss the Church Calendar, this time laying out how Christ Church Bellingham follows it. This is part 2 of a 2 part series. Part 1 addressed the Church Calendar's scriptural precedent and traditions from church history.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMag
2024-02-0817 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Socio-Political PulpitIn this episode, Pastor Rob Rayburn reads his article: The Socio-Political where he discusses how often preachers are tempted to focus solely on current cultural issues, instead of the things the Scriptures are concerned about.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-02-0609 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Submission and Headship in the Home (Part 1 - Wives)In this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled Submission and Headship in the Home (Part 1 - Wives) where he discusses the Biblical concepts of submission and headship and how they should be applied in the home. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. Part 2 will address husbands.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-02-0116 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Ecumenical ImperativeIn this episode, Pastor Rob Rayburn reads his article: The Ecumenical Imperative where he discusses how presbyterians are sectarian and often removed from their evangelical brothers and sisters in Christ when they should be able to make common cause with them. If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-01-3008 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Gender and the Image of God: Sign and Thing SignifiedIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled Gender and the Image of God: Sign and Thing Signified where he does a deep dive in how Christians should understand sex and gender in today's sexually confused culture.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-01-2521 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Loss of Divine TranscendenceIn this episode, Pastor Rob Rayburn reads his article titled: Loss of Divine Transcendence where he discusses the cultural trend to promote the immanence of God to the detriment of God's transcendence, and how this impacts a Christian's life and worship.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-01-2311 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Church Calendar: From Scripture to Church History (Part 1)In this episode, Jon Brodhagen reads his article titled The Church Calendar: From Scripture to Church History (Part 1) where he discusses the Church Calendar's importance and its scriptural roots and practice in church history. This is part 1 of a 2 part series. Part 2 will address how Christ Church Bellingham follows the calendar in particular.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram...
2024-01-2314 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Teen DatingIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled Teen Dating where he compares courtship and dating, and presents a solid path for Christian families to navigate relationships headed toward marriage with their children.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-01-1924 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | The Rule of Faith and Liturgical ChangesIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled The Rule of Faith and Liturgical Changes where he discusses some important changes to the liturgy at the church he pastors, Christ Church Bellingham, this year as well as the important historical reasons for the Christian life to be shaped by the Rule of Faith.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps...
2024-01-1908 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Mordecai and Political ResistanceIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled Mordecai and Political Resistance where he discusses the civil disobedience of Mordecai in the book of Esther and what Christians can learn from that today.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-01-1907 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Grumbling vs. AuthenticityIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled Grumbling vs. Authenticity where he discusses this important difference in a culture that values "being real."If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2024-01-1914 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Baptizing Babies: The Pastoral Argument (Part 2)In this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled Baptizing Babies: The Pastoral Argument (Part 2) where he delivers a compelling argument on why baptizing young children is essential for discipleship and the life of Christian families.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2023-11-2213 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastAudioblog | Baptizing Babies: Five Scriptural Arguments (Part 1)In this episode, Pastor Nate Walker reads his article titled Baptizing Babies: Five Scriptural Arguments (Part 1) where he dives into why the promises of God's covenant with his people is so important to us.If you have been blessed by this content, please like and follow Renew Northwest by clicking on the links below.https://www.renewnorthwest.com/https://www.facebook.com/renewnorthwesthttps://twitter.com/RenewNWMaghttps://www.instagram.com/renewnorthwest/
2023-11-1422 minChrist Church Bellingham PodcastLecture | Trinity Classical School Reformation DayIn this episode, Pastor Nate Walker delivers a lecture to the K-12 students at Trinity Classical School for Reformation Day 2023 on the 5 Solas of the Reformation.
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