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STAND STRONG8.1 - Calling & Conduct, IntroductionWelcome to Season 8: Calling & Conduct!In this episode, Paul and Noah briefly discuss their plan to work through the letter to the Ephesians while considering the specifics of Paul's teaching as well as how that teaching impacts us today. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2025-04-2814 minSTAND STRONG7.14 - James 5, Seeing OurselvesIn this episode, Paul and Noah discuss some of the applications we can make from James' final admonitions to his readers. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2025-04-1423 minSTAND STRONG7.12 - James 4, No More Than FourJoin Paul and Noah as they discuss practical applications from James 4, including the dangers of being friends with the world and the importance of humbly removing sin from our lives. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2025-03-3122 minSTAND STRONG7.10 - James 4, Seeing GodThe pages of James 4 are full of ways we can learn about God and his character! Join Paul and Noah as they discuss God's dealings with the humble. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2025-03-1723 minSTAND STRONG7.9 - James 3, No More Than FourIn this episode, Paul and Noah spend time discussing some of the most important applications from James 3. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2025-03-1023 minSTAND STRONG7.6 - James 2, No More Than FourIn this episode, Paul and Noah spend time on some important phrases in James 2: "The honorable name by which were called" "Judgment is without mercy to one who has shown no mercy" "You believe that God is one" "Faith apart from works is useless" Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2025-02-1724 minSTAND STRONG7.6 - James 2, No More Than FourIn this episode, Paul and Noah spend time on some important phrases in James 2: "The honorable name by which were called" "Judgment is without mercy to one who has shown no mercy" "You believe that God is one" "Faith apart from works is useless" Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2025-02-1024 minSTAND STRONG7.3 - James 1, No More Than FourIn this episode, Paul and Noah each bring for discussion two high-impact points from James 1. James' straightforward, in-your-face teaching challenges us to make practical application in our lives! Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2025-01-2023 minSTAND STRONG7.2 - James 1, Seeing OurselvesHaving studied James 1 for the purpose of better understanding God, we now turn our attention to better understand the part we have to play. How does James' writing apply to us in our lives? Join us as we continue the journey through James! Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2025-01-1324 minSTAND STRONG7.1 - James 1, Seeing GodWelcome to Season 7: Journey Through James!In this episode, we begin our journey by digging through James 1 for what we can learn and know about God. James' practical instruction and encouragement is rooted in the person of God – how does that expand our understanding of who God is? Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.or...2025-01-0621 minSTAND STRONG6.17 - The Proverbs 31 WomanThe words of King Lemuel's mother ring out across the millennia: "An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels." In this episode, we unpack the description of the virtuous woman of Proverbs 31. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2024-12-1627 minSTAND STRONG6.16 - The Why of Choosing FriendsProverbs offers wisdom regarding companionship for all ages and all times. Join us as we discuss the impact of our friends and things we ought to consider when choosing our companions. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2024-12-0926 minSTAND STRONG6.15 - Hate What the Lord HatesWhen the Proverbs tell us that God hates something or finds it detestable, it is worth pausing to consider why. As we learn more about God and his nature, we will better understand how we are called to love what he loves and hate what he hates. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2024-12-0228 minSTAND STRONG6.14 - The Allure of AlcoholGenerations upon generations have noted and commented on the allure of alcohol. Join us as we look to the wisdom of the Proverbs to consider what is so enticing about alcohol and what warnings we should keep in mind. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2024-11-2528 minSTAND STRONG6.13 - Principles of Parenting, Part 2In this episode, we continue last week's discussion on parenting, getting into some of the practical issues of instruction, obedience, and correction. Join us as we look to the proverbs for God's insight into practical parenting issues. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2024-11-1827 minSTAND STRONG6.12 - Principles of Parenting, Part 1The Proverbs offer a multitude of wisdom regarding the purpose, value, and practical effects of parenting. In this episode, we discuss the role of wisdom in parenting as well as the importance of having the right perspective toward parenting. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2024-11-1122 minSTAND STRONG6.11 - First Things First, Part 2Join us as we continue last week's discussion on the fear of the Lord with a particular focus on what this fear can and should produce in our minds, our hearts, and our lives. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2024-11-0423 minSTAND STRONG6.10 - First Things First, Part 1"The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge..." In our pursuit of true knowledge and wisdom, the Proverbs are clear we need to start from and build upon the fear of the Lord – but what is the fear of the Lord? And how does that help us in our pursuit of wisdom? Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our si...2024-10-2823 minSTAND STRONG6.9 - Blind SpotsLike cars, people have blind spots. Join us today as we discuss what the Proverbs has to teach us about what causes our blind spots and some of the best ways we can grow in this area! Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2024-10-2126 minSTAND STRONG6.8 - Counsel for Couch PotatoesProverbs has a lot to say about laziness. However, it doesn't just talk about the stereotypical "lazy bum," and instead it challenges us to consider what it means to be truly diligent. Join us as we discuss what counsel the Proverbs can offer the couch potato. Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of Christ in Cedar Park, TX. You can visit our site at: https://www.cedarparkchurchofchrist.org/2024-10-1427 minSTAND STRONG6.7 - Me, My Money, and My MasterJesus said in Matthew 6:24, "You cannot serve God and money." The book of Proverbs has a multitude of wisdom on proper attitudes about money and our relationship to it. In today's episode, we consider warnings about the danger of wealth as well as admonitions for how we can rejoice in the blessings of God.FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.2024-10-0730 minSTAND STRONG6.6 - Don't Be That GalThe Proverbs contain counsel that reminds women that wisdom and discretion are of more value than beauty. Join us in this episode as we consider some of the warnings and encouragements that women can find in the wisdom literature.FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church of C...2024-09-3026 minSTAND STRONG6.5 - Don't Be That Guy"My son, be attentive to my wisdom; incline your hear to my understanding..." So begins the section of Proverbs 5-7 wherein the writer gravely warns the reader regarding the temptation to foolishness and sexual immorality. In this episode, we talk about the relevance these warnings have for Christian men today.FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and N...2024-09-2328 minSTAND STRONG6.4 - Nobody's PerfectWhile the Proverbs often speak about our speech, James writes in 3:2, "If anyone does not stumble in what he says, he is a perfect man, able to bridle his whole body." Indeed, controlling our speech is an act of self-discipline. Join us as we discuss the power of our speech, the importance of our discipline, and the practical advice the Proverbs offer on this topic.FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Fill out our Listener Survey 2024-09-1627 minSTAND STRONG6.3 - The Green GiantIn a culture that thrives on lifestyle comparison, Christians must be wary of being mastered by the green giant of envy. Join us as we look at the wisdom that James and the Proverbs have to offer regarding the dangers of (and the antidote to) envy.FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and t...2024-09-0924 minSTAND STRONG6.2 - I'm Mad and I Don't Know WhyWelcome back to the Proverbs Project!Anger and wrath are consistently warned against in the book of Proverbs. However, when we find ourselves angry, we often also find ourselves at a loss about why we are angry. Join us in this episode as we discuss what makes us angry and the importance of mastering our own spirit.FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Q...2024-09-0223 minSTAND STRONG6.1 - Introduction: The Proverbs ProjectWelcome to Season 6!Before we take short break, we introduce our new theme which will focus on drawing practical application from God's wisdom literature.Be sure to tune back in on Septemeber 2 as we begin this journey together!FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the Cedar Park church o...2024-07-1517 minSTAND STRONG5.19 - Did Jesus Really DO THAT? (Part 8)Did Jesus really get baptized?When Jesus comes to John to be baptized, his response is "I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to me?" This is likely similar to our initial response to Jesus' baptism – why is the perfect and blameless Messiah being baptized? In this final episode of Season 5, we dig into why Jesus' reply is "Let it be so now..."FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Fill out our Listener Sur...2024-07-0825 minSTAND STRONG5.18 - Did Jesus Really DO THAT? (Part 7)Did Jesus really turn water to wine?In John 2, we are told about "the first" of Jesus' signs which took place at a wedding in Cana. While this passage is often surrounded by secondary discussions, in this episode, we want to get to heart of this sign and understand what this sign tells about Jesus.FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question2024-07-0122 minSTAND STRONG5.17 - Did Jesus Really DO THAT? (Part 6)Did Jesus really walk on water?This is most likely the most well-known and widely-recognized of Jesus' miracles and a clear sign of Jesus' divinity. But how does Jesus' miracle and Peter's interaction affect our understanding of faith and commitment to God?FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Fill out our Listener Survey or Submit a Question.Paul and Noah both preach and teach with the C...2024-06-2423 minSTAND STRONG5.16 - Did Jesus Really DO THAT? (Part 5)Did Jesus really spit in a man's eyes?In Mark 8, we find a miracle that we find strange on multiple levels. First, Jesus spits on the man's eyes to heal him, which is unusual. Then, it doesn't seem to work completely, which is singular among Jesus' recorded miracles. Why did Jesus perform this miracle in this way and what was he intending his disciples to learn?FILL OUT OUR LISTENER SURVEY: https://forms.gle/KcGJaxFFtTcXvjaw7SUBMIT A QUESTION: https://forms.gle/Ez6hGTgkA5tQ3i8u8 Fill out our Listener Survey2024-06-1724 min