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Grace Abides with Nick & AndyRevelation 3 Part 3 w/ Nick & AndyRevelation 3 Part 3 w/ Nick & Andy. The Church at Laodicea.+ Are you lukewarm? + Jesus knocks. Do we have to answer? Is that consistent w/ Lutheran theology? + What does it mean to overcome "self-reliance"? Intro & Outro: Everyday-Routine-Blues (144288 / Pixabay) by Won Jong Hwa. Published with permission.
2026-02-1829 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRevelation 3. Live from LaPalmilla w/ Nick & AndyLive from LaPalmilla, Texas. Revelation 3 with Nick & Andy.
2026-02-0641 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRevelation 2 Pt. 2 with Nick & AndyListen in as Nick and Andy continue their study of Revelation 2. As part of the study, they try to answer the following questions: o How do you want to be remembered? o When persecution doesn’t work, does Satan use deception to attack the church?o Are repentance and grace compatible theological ideas? o In what ways has the church been guilty of not holding leaders accountable? o How do we overcome discouragement?We will be recording live next Friday, February 6th, at 2pm on the Abidin...
2026-01-2956 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRevelation 2 with Nick & AndyRevelation 2. Nick & Andy connect under a new podcast name (Grace Abides) to continue the study of Revelation chapter 2 plus commentary on their upcoming ministry retreat, nordic skiing, ice and snow in Texas, plus enduring change, love first, and "let anyone who has an ear listen to what the Spirit is saying." Intro & outro song: Everyday-Routine-Blues (144288 / Pixabay) by Won Jong Hwa. Used with permission and attribution.
2026-01-2154 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRevelation Chapter 1Revelation 1. Nick & Andy connect under a new podcast name (Grace Abides) to begin the study of Revelation chapter 1 plus commentary on their upcoming ministry retreat, nordic skiing and Minnesota weather. Should we believe the Futurist view, Poetic view, Historicist view or Preterist view of Revelation? Or a mix?Intro & outro Song: Everyday-Routine-Blues (144288 / Pixabay) by Won Jong Hwa. Published with permission.
2026-01-1543 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyIntro to Revelation with Nick & Andy.Nick & Andy connect under a new podcast name to announce the upcoming study of Revelation plus the ever-present football commentary.
2026-01-0707 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyCalled to be SentWe are all called to be sent into the world for the sake of God's Kingdom, but how do we that? Nick and Andy give 5 simple ways to proclaim God's love.
2022-11-1437 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWe Are All MinistersOn Reformation Day, Nick and Andy talk about what it means to be part of the priesthood of all believers.
2022-10-3155 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWhy do I Exist?Why did God create you? What is your purpose? Nick and Andy discuss these questions and more!
2022-10-0528 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRomans 13Politics, debt, drunkenness, and other fun things to talk about at parties.
2021-04-0823 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRomans 12Really good, practical advice from Paul for how to live as Christians.
2021-04-0620 min2021-04-0216 min2021-04-0116 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyHoly Week Part 3: The GardenJesus predicts Peter's denial and prays in the garden.
2021-03-3112 min2021-03-3015 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyHoly Week Part 1: The Triumphant EntryWe begin Holy Week by studying Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem.
2021-03-2917 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRomans 11God's promises are irrevocable. What does that mean for Israel, and for us?
2021-03-2524 min2021-03-1817 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRomans 9Romans 9 is full of interesting theology. In this episode we discuss predestination, and ask if God is fair.
2021-03-1622 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRomans 8A study of one of my favorite chapters in all of Scripture, Romans 8. Listen in to find out why I like it so much!
2021-03-0922 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRomans 7In the seventh chapter of Romans Paul gives us a strange example that makes an important point.
2021-03-0418 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRomans 5When asked about Romans 5, Martin Luther said "In the whole Bible, there is hardly another chapter which can equal this triumphant text.” Listen and find out why he felt that way.
2021-03-0219 min2021-03-0216 min2021-03-0212 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRomans 3In Romans 1 and 2 Paul makes it clear that no one is righteous based on their works. In Romans 3 Paul shares some good news... some great news... and it all starts with a "but."
2021-02-1818 min2021-02-1118 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyRomans 1We are starting a new series on the Book of Romans today! In this episode we study the first chapter, and discuss the following:- The righteous shall live by faith- What Paul had to say about homosexualityWe will continue with the second chapter on Thursday.
2021-02-0925 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyBiblical FriendshipLife is easier with good friends, and it's important to be a good friend to others, but it's not always easy. Today's episode looks at three Bible passages that teach us how to be better friends.
2021-02-0420 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWhat the Bible Says About DeathNo one likes to talk about death, but the undeniable truth is that we are all going to die. The Bible has a lot to say about death, and what comes after.
2021-02-0219 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyThe Beatitudes - Words of ComfortThe Beatitudes have comforted believers for generations. Most of us have gone through periods where we were poor in spirit, or mourning. Do you find yourself in one of Jesus' statements right now? If so, be comforted by his promises.
2021-01-2824 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyThe Wonderful LawThis message of law and gospel is at the heart of scripture. The law is that which accuses us and judges us, while the gospel is that which comforts us and saves us. Does that mean the law is something we don't want to hear? Not at all! The law is wonderful, and here is why!
2021-01-2614 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWon't You Be My NeighborJesus said that we should "love our neighbor as ourselves." Mr. Rogers spent his life being a good neighbor. What can we learn from them to be better neighbors? Find out in today's episode.
2021-01-1916 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyChristianity and AngerWe are living in angry times, and we see ager motivating people to do all kinds of things. Is our anger justified, or is it manufactured for someone else's profit? What should Christians be angry about, and how should we express our anger?
2021-01-1419 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyForgivenessIn today's episode we talk about the power of forgiveness.Forgiveness is hard. We get used to living with anger and hurt, but does the emotional baggage take a toll on our life? What if we could let it go?Forgiveness is not something we do to make someone else feel better about their mistake, it's something we do to help ourselves feel better.
2021-01-1220 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyBiblical CourageThe heroes of the Bible all had one thing in common. They weren't perfect. They weren't righteous. What made them special was their trust in God gave them the courage that they needed to do God's work.
2021-01-0710 minGrace Abides with Nick & Andy7 Ways to Show GraceOur world could use more grace, and each of us can be the source of that grace. This episode gives 7 simple ways to add more grace to the world, and our lives. These 7 steps are useful for Christians and non-Christians alike. Anyone who wants to have better relationships can benefit from them.
2021-01-0519 min2020-12-1718 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyAll About "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel"In today's episode we look at the history and theology of "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel" and ask "why is the presence of God important?"
2020-12-1616 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyAll About "O Holy Night"In this episode Nick, with some help from Vanessa, look at the history and theology of the popular Christmas hymn "O Holy Night." Plus, Vanessa sings it for us.
2020-12-1120 min2020-12-0811 min2020-12-0315 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyAmos 8 - How important is the Bible to you?In chapter 8 Amos uses the imagery of ripe fruit to describe Israel, he writes about doing business with the wrong motives, and emphasizes the importance of God's words.
2020-12-0217 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWhat the Bible says about Heaven and HellEveryone has questions about heaven and hell. What makes hell so bad? What makes heaven so great? Who is going where? What do I need to believe to be sure that I am going to heaven? What about people who died before hearing the Gospel? What about people who died before Jesus was born?This podcast was a three part series that has been condensed to one episode that explains in detail what the Bible has to say about every question above, and more. This episode has a "Learn Something Guarantee" which means if you d...
2020-11-1959 min2020-11-1918 min2020-11-1714 min2020-11-1718 min2020-11-0313 min2020-10-2922 min2020-10-2720 min2020-10-2619 min2020-10-2117 min2020-10-1519 min2020-10-1322 min2020-10-0717 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyGalatians 2A lot of people think that salvation comes from a combination of God's grace and our good works, but Paul (and Luther) clearly disagree.
2020-10-0616 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyGalatians 1Martin Luther loved Galatians. In fact, he referred to it as "Catherine von Bora" (his wife) because he said "I am married to it." In this episode we talk about grace, peace, other gospels, and life as a pastor.
2020-10-0518 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyEnd Times: The Rapture Part 2In this episode we continue talking about the rapture, and we talk about how we read the Bible. Specifically, all verses are important, but which verses should we build our faith on, and why?
2020-09-1032 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyEnd Times: The Rapture, The Tribulation, and the MillenniumThe "Left Behind" series of books brought the Christian understanding of the rapture into the mainstream. But where did the idea of the rapture come from? Is the rapture coming soon? What about the tribulation and the millennium? In the episode we talk about these theological concepts, and more.
2020-09-0919 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyGrief, Faith, and GleeHow do we grieve? As people of faith, and even as people who struggle with faith, what do we do with pain, or emptiness? Grief is a bigger part of life than we want to admit. Our grief is obvious when we lose a loved one, but less obvious at other times. Good things can even cause us to grieve, like moving for a better job, becoming an empty nester, and retiring. In this episode we talk about all of this and more.
2020-09-0222 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWhat the Bible says about HeavenWhat does the Bible say heaven is going to be like? What are we going to when we get there? Will we know others?Will we see our loved ones?In this episode we take a look at these great questions, and more.
2020-08-2020 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyPhilemon -- Paul Calls in a FavorWhat's the deal with Philemon? It's a personal letter from Paul to a friend, asking for a huge favor. Why is it in the Bible? This short letter (only 1 chapter) brings up a lot of interesting questions.Thanks for listening.
2020-08-1914 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyThe Power of EncouragementIn this episode we take a close look at Barnabas, and the impact that he had on the early church by encouraging others. Do you know anyone in need of encouragement? How can you be a Barnabas for them?
2020-08-1820 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyAll About the BibleIn this episode we look at the following questions:- Is the Bible the inerrant word of God, or the inspired word of God? - Why are some books including in some Bibles, but not others? - Which translation is best, and why?
2020-08-1221 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWhy did Jesus die?Jesus died for our salvation and for the forgiveness of our sins, but what does that mean? Could we have been forgiven without his death? Was his death a ransom, or did he pay a penalty on our behalf? In this episode, we take a detailed look at five different atonement theories, and ask, which one makes sense to you?
2020-08-0425 minGrace Abides with Nick & Andy14 Ways to Love Your NeighborJesus tells us to love our neighbor, but how do we do that? Here are 14 ways to show love, according to 1 Corinthians 13.
2020-08-0322 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyBaseball & JesusSports are great! They are great to play, and great to watch, but do we take them too seriously? Are we defined by winning and losing? Do we worship great athletes? What can we learn from sports that is relevant to the Christian life?
2020-07-2826 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyGod, Politics, and AmericaIt's election season, and that means we are all talking about or thinking about politics. The Bible has something to say about politics, and so does Martin Luther. Today we look at a couple important questions:- Can we love our country too much? - What are the characteristics that Martin Luther would look for in a political candidate? And a lot more.
2020-07-2225 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyThangs Jesus Said That Make You Go, "Huh?"Jesus said a lot of things that we struggle with. He told someone to sell all they had and give the money away before they could follow him. He told people to gouge out their eyes. He said that he came to bring division. He even called a woman of another race a dog. What are we to do with these difficult statements? We shouldn't ignore them, and we shouldn't try to explain them away. In this episode, we talk about those difficult statements, and suggest a different way of understanding them.
2020-07-2118 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyPop Culture Theology: Daddy Doesn't Pray Anymore by Chris StapletonDo you know someone who has stopped praying, or stopped worshipping? People Are Leaving the Church in staggering numbers. In the past twenty years the number of Americans who attend a church has dropped by 20%. Statistics say that 25% of Americans are Christians but aren't members of a church. What has the church done wrong? What can we do better?
2020-07-2015 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWorry and FaithMany people are worried. In this time of pandemic we are worried about our families, our finances, our jobs, and our world. Does worrying help us? What does the Bible say about worrying? How can we love people without worrying about them?
2020-07-2022 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyThe theology of "What A Wonderful World" by Louie ArmstrongThe theology of "What A Wonderful World" by Louie Armstrong.There is a lot going wrong in the world today, but there are also a lot of wonderful things. Which wonderful things point us to God?
2020-06-2517 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyHymn Theology - "The Old Rugged Cross" & the 5 CrownsHymn Theology - "The Old Rugged Cross" & the 5 CrownsWhy do we cling to the cross?What trophies do we need to lay down?Are we going to get a crown?
2020-06-2317 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyHymn Theology - "My Life Flows On in Endless Song"What is echoing in your soul?Are you at peace right now? If so, do you know why? If not, do you know why? In this episode we look at a beautiful hymn that gives us a glimpse of the new creation to come, and offers us a reminder of the power of God's peace.
2020-06-1816 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyThe Theology of Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah"Leonard Cohen's "Hallelujah" is a masterpiece. It's a song about life, and love, and sex, and loss... but is it about God?
2020-06-1522 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyHymn Theology - "Lord of All Hopefulness"A hymn about the average Christian day. Joy in the morning, strength for the day, a loving welcome in the evening, and peace at bedtime. What is missing though?
2020-06-1517 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWhat is the difference between our faith in God and God's faithfulness?Today we study God's faithfulness as we take a close look at "Great Is Thy Faithfulness."
2020-06-0916 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWhat is Christian unity?Today we study "Blest Be the Tie That Binds" and talk about Christian unity. Definitely a timely topic.
2020-06-0921 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyPop Culture Theology - "When I Get Where I'm Going" by Brad PaisleyBrad paisley provides a beautiful image of heaven! Does it match your image of heaven?
2020-06-0118 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyHymn Theology - "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God" by Martin LutherWhat does "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God" say about who God is? Listen in to find out.
2020-06-0121 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyPop Culture Theology - "I Still Haven't Found What I'm Looking For" by U2We've all searched for meaning and purpose -- where did Bono find it?
2020-05-2719 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyPop Culture Theology - "I Saw God Today" by George StraitThis song serves as a reminder for all of us to look around and see God at work in the world, and in our lives.
2020-05-2720 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyBible Villains - The SanhedrinWho were the religious leaders who called for Jesus's execution, and who executed Stephen? Were they all bad? And, what could they have learned from Game of Thrones?
2020-05-2723 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyBible Villains - Herod the GreatHerod the Great was as evil as they come. He killed his wife and children. He killed every male in Bethlehem under two years of age. Find out how he gained power, and how he kept it, even though he was universally despised.
2020-05-1917 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyBible Villains - JezebelJezebel was a priestess of Baal who became queen of Israel. She did terrible things to the people of Israel, threatened Elijah, and died in a way befitting an evil queen. I hope you enjoy this story from 1 Kings and 2 Kings.
2020-05-1926 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWomen of the Bible: Deborah and JaelDeborah is the only female judge in the Book of Judges. She was given the responsibility at a time when Israel was oppressed, but she solved that problem with the help of Jael. This is an amazing story -- I hope you enjoy it.
2020-05-1916 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWomen of the Bible: Mary & MarthaToday's episode is all about Mary and Martha, sisters, who with their brother Lazarus, were friends of Jesus. Mary wants to learn, but Martha wants help clearing the table. Martha is not afraid to confront Jesus when he is too late to save Lazarus -- but she still has faith. They are sisters, and while they are different, we can learn from both.
2020-05-1317 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWomen of the Bible: Ruth and a conversation about "God's Plan"In today's episode we tell the story of Ruth, and discuss some really big themes that emerge, such as, do the bad things in life happen for a reason? Is it all part of God's plan?
2020-05-1219 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyWomen of the Bible: Mary, the Mother of JesusMary brought the Savior into the world, and watched him die. She was a woman of faith, and courage; she experienced joy and grief. After Jesus ascended into heaven, she was a member of the early church. In this episode, we discuss how Mary fits into our theology, and her impact on the world.
2020-05-1218 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyTheology of CS Lewis Part 3Tune in to hear what CS Lewis has to say about miracles, love of country, and slackers! Plus, a little more about divine omnipotence.
2020-05-0816 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyTheology of CS Lewis Part 2Tune in to hear what CS Lewis had to say about the following:Who was Jesus?What is faith?How powerful is God?
2020-05-0521 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyTheology of CS Lewis Part 1Tune in to hear how CS Lewis became a Christian, and find out what CS Lewis book is the most helpful for making sense of the Christian faith.
2020-05-0416 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyLuther's Theology Part 2 - How Luther influenced the US ConstitutionIn this episode we discuss the Bondage of the Will, the Sacraments, and Luther's lasting impact on the world, including influencing the US constitution. It isn't all great however -- many people have died, in part, because of what Luther wrote. And we ask, would Luther be popular today?
2020-04-3026 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndySaints, Sinners, and The Three Solas: Lutheran Theology Part 1Luther had a lot of theological questions to answer when he started a new church. His answers have stood the test of time, and are still helping people understand who God is. Here is part one.
2020-04-2920 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyThe Papal Bull, the Diet of Worms, Luther the Knight, Luther the hubby, and Luther the daddy. Reformation part 2.What happened after Luther nailed the 95 Theses to the Wittenberg door? A lot!Tune in to hear the incredible story of how one German monk changed the world.
2020-04-2816 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyTheology of Star Wars Part 1What is the Force? What does it do and do we have a "force" in our life that does that same thing?Tune in to find out!
2020-04-2714 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyThe Plague, The Pope, Luther, Columbus, and Gutenberg - The Reformation Part 1In today's episode we talk about the 15th century in Europe -- it was a wild time. People were ready to leave the Middle Ages behind, but who would lead them out? Of all people, it was a German Monk.
2020-04-2719 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyHeaven and Hell Part 1"Everybody wants to go heaven... but not right now"According to the Bible, what is hell like?According to be Bible, what is heaven like?
2020-04-2419 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyHeaven and Hell Part 2God gets to decide who is invited into heaven. What does the Bible say about who is invited?
2020-04-2420 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndySatan in the BibleWhat does the Bible say about Satan?Satan does four main things... tune in to learn what they are.
2020-04-2423 minGrace Abides with Nick & AndyHeaven and Hell Part 3What about everyone else? What about people who died before hearing about Jesus? What about people who heard about Jesus but never believed?
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