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Riverview Church Message PodcastPower in the Name - Noel HeikkinenIn this message, Noel Jesse Hakenen reflects on the struggle many of us face when trying to hear from God. Drawing from Exodus 6, he explores why it can feel difficult to connect with God, even when we believe in His power and presence. Noel highlights the internal brokenness and external circumstances that often block us from hearing God’s voice and how we tend to rely on ourselves instead of trusting in Him. He emphasizes that only through Jesus can we find redemption, healing, and a restored relationship with God.Read: Exodus 6:2-7:7Subscribe to...2024-10-1431 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastThe Center of AuthorityThe most prevailing sin of our time is that we have a misplaced center of authority. Who carries the authority of your life? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen launches us into our new series, The Sticky Gospel, going through the book of Mark by reminding us that Jesus not only has the authority to tell us what to do, He has the authority to forgive us for all those times we inevitably fail. Jesus' invitation to repent and believe is ongoing; we keep turning back to Jesus and keep believing Jesus.2023-01-0835 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastGoing All In By FaithSometimes life goes to plan and sometimes it feels a complete mess. What do you do when life is pretty messed up? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen encourages us as followers of Jesus, that we can have faith, because we have hope that Jesus will return and set things right. Faith is believing the unbelievable is real and going all in on that belief.2022-12-1134 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastAll That We NeedEvery time we make plans, we do so with prayer and wisdom, but ultimately entrust them to God. How do you approach your plans and needs? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen concludes our Entrust series by reminding us that God will give us exactly what we need when we need it. Jesus has done all the heavy lifting for us, so now we can rest in Him.2022-11-2734 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastFinancialWe all have plans and uncertainty in our lives. How do you see yourself in God's plans? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen invites us to financially commit to Riv's next two years of reaching the Lansing area and beyond. Jesus has already done all the work, and He invites us to join Him in reaching the world. 2022-11-1339 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastCommunalAs followers of Jesus, we are called to be present in our communities and to share the good news of Jesus with those around us. Do you have a place where you contribute, participate, and share in community? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen kicks off our Entrust series by reminding us that because we are loved by Jesus, we can use our time, talent, and resources to be a light to others.2022-10-3039 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastDevoted to WorryWe all know what we worship because it's usually what gives us the most anxiety. What in your life guides your decision making and adds to your stress? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen reminds us that as Christian’s we are a people who have hope beyond this life. God sees your needs and isn’t freaking out, He’s asking you to trust Him.2022-09-2536 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastStumble We OnwardThis side of glory, we all stumble. Do you find yourself asking “why am I not living the life I want to live?” Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen starts our series reminding us that the normal life experience of a follower of Jesus is to stumble; we stumble and Jesus looks on us with grace. We stumble onward, and one day none of this will matter; all that will matter is Jesus, He will wipe every tear, smash every idol, and wash away every blemish.2022-09-1137 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastGo On Your WayThe end times written about in Scripture can be weird and crazy to read. How do you think about end times prophecy? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen reminds us that we believe in a God that knows what is going to happen, is in control, and lives within us. Our God has been, is, and will be the greatest strength in our lives; we can rest in Him. We can be still because God still is.2022-09-0433 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastCitizensIn prayer, we often jump first into what we want, rather than looking to God for who He is. What do your prayers look like? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen points to Daniel in giving a great model for prayer; read your bible, see what God says He's going to do, and then ask Him to do that. In your prayers, you can find rest in acknowledging God for who He is, and confessing to Him your sins.2022-08-2836 min
Believing TheologistRiv Buckets Part 1Part one of a sermon review: Bucks of Belief. In this review I discuss a sermon preached by Noel Jesse Heikkinen of Riverview Church from October 2021.
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Riverview Church Message PodcastCrushing KingdomsWe all live in a crumbling and scattering world. How do you view the kingdoms around you? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen challenges us to look at the kingdoms you build for your own fame and glory and realize that they are nothing compared to the coming kingdom of Jesus where He will rule and reign forever.2022-07-1739 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastLife in BabylonHistorically, Christians often fall into the practice of drawing lines in wrong places or not drawing them at all. Have you taken time to consider each aspect of your life through your faith? The media we consume; the politics we hold; how we spend out time and money: they all can be shaped by our faith. Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen starts our new Still series by sharing how the old testament book of Daniel is a beautiful example of how to engage the culture around us while representing Jesus well. As followers of Christ, we are called to find...2022-07-1036 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastPatienceThere is a critical link between patience and forgiveness. Do you struggle to forgive those who hurt you? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen reminds us of the perfect example of both patience and forgiveness we have in Jesus. As believers, we are forgiven through the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus and that should lead us to forgive freely and find joy in all circumstances.2022-05-2938 min
Recovering HypocriteWounds and IdolsListen in while Noel talks about how to handle people's disproportionate reactions, which are typically rooted in wounds or idols. 2022-05-2512 min
Recovering HypocriteIf You Bite & Devour One Another (a conversation with Alex Strauch)Noel talks with Alex Strauch about conflict in the church, what we are allowing ourselves to be discipled by, and why tuning in to Christ is essential. Here are a few links from the episode: If You Bite & Devour One Another Biblical Eldership: An Urgent Call to Restore Biblical Church Leadership Glenwood Springs, Colorado Brother Indeed: The Life of Robert Cleaver Chapman Fool's Talk: Recovering the Art of Christian Persuasion2022-05-1134 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastBy the SpiritHow would you summarize what it looks like to be a Christian? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen kicks off our new series looking at how the life of a Christ follower is marked by the fruit we show. We aren't known for our actions, but by how the Spirit changes us from within.2022-05-0139 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastInside [and] OutThe Gospel of Jesus is a message of hope and reconciliation for the world. For that reason, we are committed to planting churches in Michigan, across our country, and around the world. Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen shares the story of church planting through riv and how we continue to see the fame of God grow. Because the love of Jesus compels us, we share the love of Jesus with others, so that they may choose to love Him and place their faith in Him.2022-04-2441 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastUnveiled FacesJesus is the radiance of God's glory, who stepped in to His creation. Have you looked to Jesus with your life and accepted His gift of life? This Easter Sunday, Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen reminds us that Jesus didn't let guilt go unpunished, but took it on Himself and offers us life. When we trust in Jesus, we're given hope through His compassion and love.2022-04-1733 min
Recovering HypocritePosting Peace (a conversation with Doug Bursch)Noel and Doug Bursch about why social media divides us and how followers of Jesus can show the world a better way.Here are a few links from this episode: Douglas Bursch Posting Peace: Why Social Media Divides Us and What We Can Do About It Fairly Spiritual Fool's Talk: Recovering the Art of Christian Persuasion The Benedict Option: A Strategy for Christians in a Post-Christian Nation2022-04-1339 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastUnited in and Honoring DiversityEach one of us carries a unique and valid life experience. How have you looked beyond yourself and to the cultural perspective of others? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen shares our core value of being united in and honoring diversity. In the church, each one of our individual pieces of cultural and cultural experience is added to everyone else's to make something beautiful. We do not desire conformity or uniformity, but the full expression of our individual and cultural life experiences woven together by our common salvation.2022-04-0346 min
Recovering HypocriteFinding God in the Brothel (a conversation with David Zach)Noel talks with David Zach about his faith amidst the unique challenges of frontline work to end human trafficking. Here are a few links from the episode: Remedy Drive The Exodus Road David Zach - Instagram remedydrive.com/action Culture Care: Reconnecting with Beauty for Our Common Life Sunlight on Her Face - Remedy Drive2022-03-3044 min
Recovering HypocriteHumble Calvinism (a conversation with Jeff Medders)Noel talks with Jeff Medders about why doctrine and theology should drive us toward humility and away from pride.Here are a few links from this episode: Humble Calvinism: And if I Know the Five Points, But Have Not Love ... J.A. Medders - Twitter The Acts 29 Podcast Acts 292022-03-1637 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastBiblically Holistic and HumbleThe bible is the very inspired Word of God and the outline for how followers of Jesus are to live out their faith. Do you submit yourself to the truth of scripture? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen shares our core value of being committed to being biblically holistic and humble. As followers of Jesus, we apply the whole bible to our whole selves by learning from it and going out into the world and living it.2022-03-1339 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastGospel Focused and MotivatedThe Gospel states that we are loved by Jesus and set free from sin. How does that truth impact how you live your life? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen shares the first of our core values: that we are committed to being Gospel focused and motivated. As followers of Jesus, we are called to let go of our selfishness in order to love others like Jesus has loved us.2022-03-0640 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastOur MissionAs a church family, we are called to love God and love others. How have we as a church failed in that? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen shares our new mission statement and invites you to step into this new season together with us. At Riv, we invite everyone to know and enjoy Jesus as we stumble together in our pursuit to love like Him.2022-02-2738 min
Recovering HypocriteDeconstructing Deconstruction (a conversation with Barnabas Piper)Noel talks with Barnabas Piper about deconstruction, whether it's worth trying to define it, and how the church can show the love of Jesus to those deconstructing.Here are a few links to things talked about in this episode: The Happy Rant The Happy Rant: Wandering To and Fro Through Some Things That Don't Matter All That Much (and a Few That Really Do) Deconstruction, Destruction, and Faith Barnabas Piper - Twitter Immanuel Church of Nashville2022-02-1634 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastI Believe In The Communion of the SaintsWe all have different circles of relationships and people in our lives. How do you care for and prioritize the others in your life? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen challenges us to consider how we can reorder our lives around prioritizing community. The calling of all followers of Jesus is to serve one another through love, and come alongside those in our family who are struggling.2022-02-0644 min
Recovering HypocriteThe Tide is Turning (a conversation with Dr. Tammy Smith)Noel talks with Dr. Tammy Smith about why everyone is triggered, people in ministry are targeted, so many are deconstructing, and how the tide is turning toward deeper spiritual health.Here are a few links to things they talked about: Dr. Tammy Smith - On the Threshold Speaking and Counseling Dr. Tammy Smith - Facebook drtammysmith - Instagram2022-02-0240 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastI Believe In The Holy Catholic ChurchThe church is made up of imperfect people striving after Jesus. How do you view other followers of Jesus in your life? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen reminds us that despite our differences and our failures, we are called to pursue unity with other Christians. We are a set apart people of Jesus, called to gather together, so that the world can see how much Jesus loves them.2022-01-3037 min
Recovering HypocriteDisagreeing with a Christian Accent (a conversation with Adam Ramsey)Noel talks with Pastor Adam Ramsey about his new book, Truth on Fire, and why it is so imperative that Christians learn to disagree "with a Christian accent." They talk about how pride is at the root of not just our disagreeable tone, but also our prayerlessness and impatience.Here are a few links to things they talked about: Truth on Fire by Adam Ramsey How Then Should We Live by Francis Schaeffer Fool's Talk by Os Guinness Uncle Tom's Cabin by Harriet Beecher StoweIf you liked this episode, check out this one where...2022-01-1933 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastI Believe Jesus Will ReturnThe return of Jesus is something that Christ followers have been awaiting for 2000 years. Do you believe Jesus will return? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen encourages us that as followers of Christ, we can patiently and confidently wait for Jesus' return. His grace that saved us is the same grace that gives us power to overcome temptation and is the same grace that will give us new life at the end of time when He returns.2022-01-1637 minRecovering Hypocrite2022 Season TrailerI've noticed there are really important issues bubbling up in our culture and people just seem to want to yell at each other about them instead of cutting each other a little bit of slack. That's why I'm relaunching the Recovering Hypocrite podcast. This season, we'll look at some of these issues with a posture of grace and seek to pair biblical truth with a pursuit for common ground.2022-01-1201 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastI Believe In The AscensionAfter Jesus rose from the dead, He ascended to Heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father. Do you believe that? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen reminds us that Jesus left Earth so that we might be filled with the Holy Spirit to carry out the sharing of the Gospel. Jesus is still at work in our lives and in the world.2022-01-0939 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastI Believe In The Virgin BirthJesus was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. This truth isn't a myth, it's supernatural and it is a fact, but do you ever have a hard time believing it? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen reminds us that if Jesus wasn't conceived by the Holy Spirit, then He is not God, and the Gospel wouldn't provide salvation. The life of a Christ follower is marked by faith in the seemingly impossible work of God.2021-12-1933 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastI Believe In JesusOver and over again, Jesus proved Himself as the Son of God, come to save the world. Who do you believe Jesus to be? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen reminds us that God has proven Himself to us in Jesus. Jesus became sin, and all the evil of the world, in order to save us.2021-12-1238 min
Riverview Church Message PodcastI Believe In GodWe have lots of short little statements of beliefs surrounding us and in Christianity we also tend to pick and choose what we want to believe in Christianity. What is it that you believe as true? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen starts our series in the Apostles’ Creed by reminding us that our belief is not our opinion, rather it is us staking our lives and eternity on something that is true whether someone else believes in it or not.2021-12-0536 min
Riverview Church Video Message PodcastRich Young RulerWe all are searching for meaning and fulfillment. What is that one thing in your life that you hope to receive or maintain in order to fully live? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen reminds us that whatever we try jamming into our hearts, it won’t fulfill the eternal longing that we have. Jesus is the only2021-08-2300 minRiverview Church Video Message PodcastA New PathSometimes the more we obsess over following God’s law, the more it can take us away from what God calls us to do. When you sin, do you tend create more rules for yourself, or do you lean into God’s grace? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen challenges us to turn to Jesus and double down on2021-08-0100 minRiverview Church Video Message PodcastLooking DifferentAs followers of Jesus, we must necessarily look different from the rest of the world. Does your spending, schedule, and family stand out as different from those around you? Pastor Noel Jesse Heikkinen challenges us as followers of Jesus to focus our lives first on Jesus and let our hope in Him influence everything else.2021-07-2500 min
Recovering HypocriteRhythms of Rest (a conversation with Kurt Hannah)Noel talks with Pastor Kurt Hannah about developing rhythms of rest to avoid emotional burnout.Here are some links to some of the stuff they talked about: Missio Dei Maker's Mark Woodford Reserve A Long Obedience in the Same Direction: Discipleship in an Instant Society Emotionally Healthy Spirituality: It's Impossible to be Spiritually Mature, While Remaining Emotionally Immature2021-05-1935 min
Recovering HypocriteDon't Quit, You'll Miss Out (a conversation with Timothy Peng)Noel talks with pastor Timothy Peng of Lansing Chinese Christian Church about making it through difficult seasons and the life-giving practices of walking, napping, and even playing video games. Here are some links to some of the stuff they talked about: Lansing Chinese Christian Church Pig Brain Soup (only click if you dare) Eugene Peterson's Contemplative Pastor Cedar Classical Academy Bruce Miller's Your Life In Rhythm Frog and Toad are Friends Super Smash Bros2021-05-0535 min
Recovering HypocriteFrictionless Technology (a conversation with Jason Aten)Noel talks with columnist Jason Aten about the impact of technology on our spiritual lives and why it may be wise to add a little friction to our tech. Here's links to some of the stuff they talked about: Steve Jobs Never Turned Off His iPhone Except For This One Reason. You Should Too The 29 Steps Podcast Zoom Is Now Worth $130 Billion. The Reason Why Is Simple Meet Generation Z: Understanding and Reaching The New Post-Christian World Inbox Pause Social Media Fast YouVersion Bible App Echo Prayer App Dwell Bible App2021-04-2144 min
Recovering HypocritePerpetual Foreigner (a conversation with Young Yi)On this episode, Noel talks with Young Yi, MSU Venue Director at Riverview Church. They talk about the unique experience of leading in a predominantly white evangelical church as an Asian-American and the subtle ways our culture often makes the AAPI community feel like perpetual foreigners in their own country. Young's Blog Young's Sermons at Riverview Church Generations Christian Fellowship All of the Above Hip Hop Academy Michigan Council of Korean Churches Dr. Daniel Lee2021-04-0745 min
Recovering HypocriteGospel Books for Tiny Humans (a conversation with Pastors Ronnie Martin & Pete Ziolkowski)On this episode Noel talks with Pastor Ronnie Martin about his book The Best Gift Ever Given: A 25-Day Journey Through Advent from God's Good Gifts to God's Great Son and Pastor Pete Ziolkowski about his book Fart Dad: The Case of the Toynado. While these books are wildly different from each other, they both bring an important gospel message for young readers. Substance Church Imago Dei Church2020-11-2528 min
Recovering HypocriteEven the Bad News is Good News (a conversation with Pastor RJ Grunewald)On this episode Noel talks with Pastor RJ Grunewald about his book Reading Romans with Luther. You'll find out how your imperfections lead to death, and God's grace brings a life in eternity. Recovering Hypocrite Merch Faith Lutheran Church Commentary on Romans Reading Romans with Eastern Eyes: Honor and Shame in Paul's Message and Mission2020-11-1136 min
Recovering HypocriteWhat Pastors Want You to Know (A conversation with Pastor Greg Surratt)On this episode, Noel and Pastor Greg Surratt talk about a few things every pastor wishes their congregation knew. Seacoast ChurchAssociation of Related Churches2020-10-2838 min
Recovering HypocriteYou Are Where You Are (a conversation with Pastor Marvin Williams)On this episode, Noel and Pastor Marvin Williams talk about God's soveriegn plan for you to bless and serve those around you even when you don't love where you live and work. Twitter - Marvin Williams Trinity Church2020-10-1439 min
Recovering HypocriteHomemade Hospitality (a conversation with best-selling author Karen Ehman)Noel and New York Times best-selling author Karen Ehman talk about what Biblical hospitality is and what it looks during this COVID season. Pre-order Karen's new book Reach Out Gather In and get some free stuff Digital Minimalism: Choosing a Focused Life in a Noisy World Timeular2020-09-3035 min
Recovering HypocriteGuilt-Free PrayerIn this short episode, Noel talks about how prayer is one of the most active things a Christian can do and why you don't have to feel guilty if your prayer life sucks.2020-09-1617 min
Recovering HypocriteDissing Contentment (a conversation with Pastor Ronnie Martin)A rogue comment on a tweet about contentment led to this episode featuring Pastor Ronnie Martin. He and Noel talk about why it's so hard to be content, if contentment is more difficult now than ever, and the role of so-called "holy discontentment" in the life of a follower of Jesus.Here's some links from the episode you can click away on to your heart's content. Ronnie's Twitter Substance Church The Happy Rant Podcast (it's way better than this one) Noel's Books (Shameless Plug Alert)2020-09-0234 min
Recovering HypocriteBack From My Social Media FastIt's been a couple weeks since I returned from my annual social media fast and I have some thoughts about the online world I found when I returned.2020-08-1913 min
Recovering HypocriteSocial Media Fast 2020July is a key month in my personal spiritual rhythms because it's the month I fast from social media and try to live a more analog life. But because of everything happening in the world, it almost seems wrong to disappear for a month. As I reflected on that, I realized that is exactly why I need to unplug for the month. In this episode, I explain why.2020-07-0108 min
Recovering HypocriteRepent and Have Joy (a conversation with Adam Ramsey)In this episode, Noel talks with his friend Adam Ramsey, pastor of Liberti Church in Gold Coast, Australia and network director of Australia & New Zealand for Acts 29. They talk about why joy is a necessary and commanded attribute of a follower of Jesus, how COVID19 is impacting our joy, and why we desperately need technology sabbaths.2020-06-1736 min
Recovering HypocriteTalking Like Brothers About Race (a conversation with Joseph Harris)In this episode, Noel talks with Joseph Harris, Coordinator of the Center of Diversity and Inclusion at DePauw University in Indiana and Ph.D. student in urban education literacy at Michigan State University. They talk about ways Christians and Pastors in predominantly white churches can practically think and talk about race issues, during times of crisis and in between.Here's some links to a few things they talked about: “The Gospel Is Our Only Hope”: A Now Unhelpful And Useless Phrase by Young Yi The Myth of White Ignorance Joseph's Facebook Page2020-06-0349 min
Recovering HypocritePlanting through the Pain (a conversation with Tim and Patty Kimberley)In this episode, Noel talks with Acts 29 church planters Tim and Patty Kimberley. They share about their journey from the Northwest to the Midwest and how they experienced the grace of God through some difficult pain.Show notes:https://www.sacredmission.church/2020-05-2741 min
Recovering HypocriteThe Intersection of Faith, Gender, and Sexuality (a conversation with Nate Collins)In this episode, Noel talks to author Dr. Nate Collins (founder of Revoice). They discuss Collins’ book, All But Invisible: Exploring Identity Questions at the Intersection of Faith, Gender, and Sexuality.“For many years the intersection of gay identity and Christian identity in the United States was a virtual no-man’s land. In All But Invisible, author Nate Collins explores the cultural background of this claim and outlines a vision for Christian community in which straight and nonstraight people might be reconciled so they can flourish together in full awareness of their shared humanity.”Here are some...2020-05-0747 min
Recovering HypocriteCivil DisobedienceOn this edition of the Quarantined Hypocrite Podcast, Noel talks about civil disobedience from a biblical perspective and how it applies to churches today.2020-04-1523 min
Recovering HypocriteBeing the Church in a COVID19 World (a conversation with Daniel Yang)On this episode, Noel sits down with Daniel Yang, Director of the Send Institute, a think tank that focuses on evangelism and church planting. They have a wide ranging conversation how the church can, will, and must change during the present crisis. They also talk about how to help small businesses survive and the alarming increase of racism toward Asians because of the coronavirus.Here’s a list of the websites and resources they talked about.http://coronavirusandthechurch.comhttps://realityla.com/jesuschangedmylifehttp://launchingdigitalchurches.comhttps://www.reparationsinc.orghttps://as...2020-04-0435 min
Recovering HypocriteSurviving Quarantine Without Killing Your Loved OnesAs we quarantine (or shelter in place), it is inevitable that we will begin to drive the people we love crazy. How do we survive this season without killing each other?2020-04-0207 min
Recovering HypocriteControl What You Can ControlWhen things seem out of our control, it's probably because they are. So what do we do about it?2020-03-2706 min
Recovering HypocritePlanning in the Midst of a QuarantineIn this short bonus episode, Noel talks through the gift God gives us when our plans are suddenly subverted.2020-03-2010 min
Recovering HypocriteWhy plant new churches? (a conversation with Tony Merida)In this episode, Noel talks to church planter, professor, author, (and fellow self-quarantined pastor) Tony Merida about his church planting journey, the theological importance of church planting, the current church climate surrounding COVID-19, and the unique opportunity the church has to be counter-cultural during this crisis.2020-03-1835 min
Recovering HypocriteQuarantining The Body of ChristIn this bonus episode, Noel talks about the recent "quarantining of the body of Christ" as many churches have cancelled services or moved them online temporarily. He talks about his personal experience with self-quarantining and gives two biblical reasons why it is entirely appropriate and Christ exalting for local churches to not gather in person for a season.You can read more about Riverview Church's Coronavirus response here.2020-03-1618 min
Recovering HypocriteRedeeming Fitness (A conversation with fitness coach Dan Romigh)On this unusual episode, Noel chats with his fitness coach Dan Romigh (owner of Redemption Fitness) about a healthy Christian view of physical health. This episode will also be crossposted on Dan's podcast Redemption Fitness and Beyond. Oh, and if you listen to the whole thing, you'll get a chance to win some free stuff from Noel and Dan. So at least there's that.You can find Dan on Twitter and Instagram.2020-02-2639 min
Recovering HypocriteDoubt is not the Enemy (A Conversation with Barnabas Piper)This conversation starts with Noel reading some "Mic Drop" quotes from Help My Unbelief to the book's author Barnabas Piper and then it wanders to parenthood, open theism, publishing, and the tension of living with faith in a God that reveals Himself in a way that often offers more questions than answers. Happy Rant Podcast Help My Unbelief: Why Doubt Is Not the Enemy of Faith The Pastor's Kid2020-02-1236 min
Recovering HypocriteFour Tips For Aspiring AuthorsIn this episode, Noel Jesse Heikkinen (author of two OK selling books, Unchained and Wretched Saints) gives four tips to aspiring authors. If you are so inclined, you can grab a copy of either one or get a fancy Wretched Saint sticker for only $1 by clicking here by February 7, 2020.2020-01-2918 min
Recovering HypocriteLawfully Using the Law (a conversation with author Matt Ferris)As a young follower of Jesus, Matt Ferris (a classically trained musician and IT guy by trade) noticed that many Christians talked about the Mosaic Law in the Bible in a decidedly unbiblical way. This drove him further into the Scriptures and further into his conviction that we mishandle this critical pat of the Word of God. Ultimately, this led to him writing one of the simplest and easiest to understand books on the topic: If One Uses It Lawfully: The Law of Moses and the Christian Life. In this episode, Noel chats with Matt about his book and a...2019-12-0436 min
Recovering HypocriteUnnecessary Yet Vital Friendship - A Chat with Dr. Scott KeithIn this episode, Noel talks with his acquaintance 😬 Dr. Scott Keith about friendship and what we can learn from the likes of C.S. Lewis, J.R.R. Tolkein, and the Inklings about the dangerous nature of those we hold most close.2019-11-2035 min
Recovering HypocriteHalloween and the Reformation (a rambling chat with Steve "Trike" Treichler)On the one year anniversary of the Recovering Hypocrite podcast, Noel chats with his friend Trike about Halloween and the biggest reformation truth churches are missing today.2019-10-3135 min
Recovering HypocriteWho’s got two broken arms and a podcast? This guy.Noel talks about his recent injury and what God has been teaching him as he recovers. He also worries that the whole public reflection exercise is a tad narcissistic . 2019-10-1617 min
Recovering HypocriteLaw and Grace in the Parables (a chat with Daniel Emery Price and Erick Sorensen)Noel hangs out with a couple of his favorite Lutherans (Daniel Emery Price and Erick Sorensen) to chat about grace and law in the Parables of Jesus. Here's a few links to stuff they talked about: Christ Hold Fast 1517 30 Minutes in the New Testament Podcast Scandalous Stories: A Sort of Commentary on Parables Mockingbird Ministries Daniel Emery Price on Twitter Erick Sorensen on Twitter2019-10-0238 min
Thirty, Flirty, & ThrivingTFT Episode 36 - Pastor Noel Jesse HeikkinenAB sits down with Pastor and Author, Noel Jesse Heikkinen to discuss the journey of Christianity, his two books, and so much more. Get answers to questions like "is it a sin to do yoga?" and "is your pastor really judging you?"2019-09-2444 min
Thirty, Flirty, & ThrivingTFT Episode 36 - Pastor Noel Jesse HeikkinenAB sits down with Pastor and Author, Noel Jesse Heikkinen to discuss the journey of Christianity, his two books, and so much more. Get answers to questions like "is it a sin to do yoga?" and "is your pastor really judging you?"
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Recovering HypocriteSnowflakes, Satire, and Shame (a conversation with Karen Swallow Prior)Noel sits down with Karen Swallow Prior (English Professor at Liberty University) for a wide-ranging conversation about reading, preaching, tweeting, and the common tonal qualities of Twitter and 18th Century England. Here's a few links to some of the stuff they talked about: The Dunciad by Alexander Pope On Reading Well by Karen Swallow Prior Understanding Media by Marshall McLuhan Martin Luther's Tips for Preachers The Atlantic The Three Body Problem by Cixin Liu Amusing Ourselves to Death by Neil Postman Madame Bovary by Gustave Flaubert Karen Swallow Prior on TwitterOh, and don't forget to send...2019-09-1832 minRecovering HypocriteSeason Threeish Preview Episode (Changes are a Comin')In this short preview episode, Noel talks about why he started the podcast and what's to come for this new season (which includes doing away with seasons).2019-09-0409 min
Recovering HypocriteIrresistible Faith (Becoming the kind of Christian the world can't resist)On this episode, Noel talks with Scott Sauls, author of Irresistible Faith, about how you can't become more Christlike by trying to be like Christ.2019-04-2425 minRecovering HypocriteThe Grace of God for the weeks before EasterIn this episode, Noel takes a stroll through the few weeks leading up to Easter in the Gospel accounts, highlighting specific acts of grace in Jesus's actions and words.Here are some links to stuff talked about on this episode:The NIV Harmony of the GospelsNoel's Facebook Live version of this episode2019-04-1726 min
Recovering HypocriteTelling People to be Holy Doesn't Lead to Holiness (Do we need another reformation?)On this episode, Noel talks about grace with his friend Elyse Fitzpatrick. They cover a lot of ground from the source of true strength in the Christian faith (spoiler alert: it's joy) to the steel-toed boot of sanctification. It's hard to explain this rambling conversation; you just have to listen to it.Here's a bunch of stuff they talked about:Front Porch with the Fitzes PodcastElyse's book Give Them GraceNoel's book Wretched Saints1517Christ Hold FastDavid Zahl episodeSteve Brown...2019-04-1037 min
Recovering HypocriteGraceless Conversations About Race (when you don't know what to say but you say it anyway)On this episode, Noel talks with his friend Joel Muddamalle, the Director of Theology for Proverbs 31 Ministries about the touchy topic of race. They talk about how there is not enough grace in a lot of racial conversations, why there is a desperate need to lay down our tiredness and (justified) frustrations for the sake of unity in the body of Christ, and the pervasive shame that hitchhikes alongside good intentions.Here's links to some of the stuff they talked about: Proverbs 31 Ministries Transformation Church Almost Indian Family Podcast The Curious Christian by Barnabas Piper2019-04-0334 min
Recovering HypocriteWhen Social Media Turns On You (Living Your Faith In The Spotlight)Riverview (the church where I serve as one of the pastors) has its roots at Michigan State University. Because of this, we get a steady stream of college students, including student athletes. This vantage point has given me the opportunity to watch first-hand as many of these young people ride the ups and downs of living in the sudden spotlight as Christians.In this episode, I sit down with Brian Lewerke, the quarterback for MSU's football team. We talk about football, how he handles the inevitable criticism of someone in his position, and living out a public faith when social...2019-03-2721 min
Recovering HypocriteSaving a "doomed" marriage (and making it gloriously ordinary)Karen Ehman is a New York Times Bestselling author who was told her marriage was doomed before it even began. More than two decades later, God has transformed her marriage (to her husband Todd) into a gloriously ordinary marriage filled with arguments that stem from starkly different personalities, boring and humdrum days, and tons of Gospel opportunities. In this episode, Noel sits down to talk with her about her new book Keep Showing Up, a refreshingly transparent and honest look at marriage born from the crucible of Scripture and experience.2019-03-2028 min
Recovering HypocriteYou're a Wretch (and that's okay)This episode is a live recording of a Q&A Noel hosted for people who preordered his new book Wretched Saints. He talks about his writing process, why he wrote this particular book, and why people so desperately need to grapple with their own wretchedness to truly appreciate God's relentless grace.2019-03-1335 min
Recovering HypocriteBonus Episode (Noel talks about his new book)Noel's new book Wretched Saints releases on February 1, 2019. In this short bonus episode, Noel talks about the process of writing this book during a uniquely challenging season in his life.2019-01-0211 min
Recovering HypocriteThomas Terry and Ryan Lister (The Rapper and the Professor)Thomas Terry (Odd Thomas from Beautiful Eulogy) and Ryan Lister (Associate Professor of Theology at Western Seminary) join Noel to discuss the unique challenges of discipling artists in the church and how to help Creatives think more theologically and Theologians think more creatively.2018-12-1233 min
Recovering HypocriteJoel Virgo (Paradoxical Preacher of Grace)In this episode, Noel picks up a conversation he started with his friend Joel Virgo in an English pub a couple months ago. They talk about how the fear of God and the enjoyment of Him as Father go hand in hand, how God is never more awesome than he is in his mercy, and how our freedom in Christ can sometimes make us beat ourselves up when we inevitably sin.2018-11-2134 min
Recovering HypocriteEmma Heikkinen (Sparkly Shepherd of Teenage Girls)Noel sits down with the sparkly female version of himself, his 21 year old daughter Emma. Emma is a children's curriculum writer, a professional writing major at Michigan State University (anyone hiring?), and a lover of kids (especially middle school girls). Noel and Emma talk about how middle school sucks for everyone, law and gospel in parenting, and the crazy and beautiful example of the gospel shown by teenage girls who show their parents grace (yeah, you read that right).2018-11-1443 min
Recovering HypocriteDavid Zahl (Professional Purveyor of Grace)Noel sits down with David Zahl, director of Mockingbird (mbird.com) for a wide ranging conversation about grace. They discuss the less than biblical (but paradoxically biblical) term "fallen from grace," guilty pleasure music (like Meat Loaf and Barry Manilow), and the gospel according to Rachael Denhollander.2018-11-0736 min
Recovering HypocriteHarvey Turner (Evangelist for Normal People)Harvey Turner, pastor of Living Stones Church in Reno, Nevada and author of Friend of Sinners joins Noel on the debut episode to nerd out on Martin Luther, low anthropology, and talking to people about Jesus without being a weirdo.2018-10-3129 minRecovering HypocriteRecovering Hypocrite PreviewOn this preview episode you'll meet the Chief Recovering Hypocrite (host Noel Jesse Heikkinen) as he shares the big idea behind this new podcast. A big shout out to EMSRY (https://soundcloud.com/emsryofficial/) for the theme music and Josh Michels (http://joshuamichels.com) for the graphic design.2018-10-2707 min
The Protagonist PodcastThe Protagonist Podcast #196: Peter, Susan, Edmond, and Lucy in The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe (Novel 1950) “Once a king or queen of Narnia, always a king or queen of Narnia.”
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Todd and Joe are talking about The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis. They discuss how much of a jerk Edmund is at the start, which characters have an arc, and whether the story functions without the allegorical elements.
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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe – Wikipedia
The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe (1979 film) – Wikipedia)
The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe – Wikipedia
C. S. Lewis – Wikipedia
Narnia (world) – Wikipedia...2018-09-181h 02