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Live From My OfficeAnything But Politics - Ross CochranWith Father's Day in the immediate rearview mirror, my guest is... my son.Ross Cochran is the father to my grandkids and a GREAT dad himself.We talk about his day job, too much tipping, tiny houses, and the funniest church signs among other things.Take a break from the poison and the noise with a new episode of ANYTHING BUT POLITICS!SHOW NOTESFather's Day is over but it's never too late for well intended advice.Hope you'll read my new Substack and subscribe...search Steve...2025-06-1834 min
Vital MXMotoXpod Ep358 | Ft. Casey Cochran and Parker RossSend us a textThis week the MotoXpod will feature Rockstar Energy GasGas Factory Racing's Casey Cochran and BarX Yamaha's Parker Ross. Let us know your thoughts below. If you have any questions for the guests let us know. You can also email Motoxpodshow@Gmail.com if you want to get in on the Evan's Coolant Emails, T-Bolt USA Top 5, FXR picks for Lakewood, and the X Brand Forum Check-In. Watch live on the Vital MX YouTube channel starting at 4:30 Pacific/7:30 Eastern.2025-06-042h 15
Encounter Faith PodcastBONUS - Brian Zahnd: The Wood Between the WorldsBrian Zahnd is a pastor and author, and he joined host Ross Cochran to discuss his book The Wood Between the Worlds: A Poetic Theology of the Cross. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Naperville is using this book for their Lenten series, so Ross and Brian discuss how we must reexamine the scandal of the cross and the opportunities that Lent provides for individuals and churches to examine their own theolgoy.SHOW NOTESGet your copy of The Wood Between the Worlds: A Poetic Theology of the CrossThe Encounter Faith Podcast is de...2025-03-1439 min
Live From My Office2024 Election: My Last WordsWith the election just a few days away, I wanted to spend a little more time encouraging you to go vote. This episode is in two parts, with the first being me going through a list of what should disqualify Donald Trump from ever being President again. The second part of this episode is a full interview I did with my son I for a special episode of his podcast, Encounter Faith. See the show notes for more information about his show, and resources for your vote.SHOW NOTESWant to be ready to...2024-11-0258 minEncounter Faith PodcastBONUS: 2024 Election ReflectionHost Ross Cochran gathered a few experts to reflect on the upcoming election and the often political but always non-partisan nature of Jesus. Ross was joined by Pastor Tara Beth, Dr. Joey Cochran from Purdue University Northwest, Jon Ferguson from Community Christian Church, and Steve Cochran. The goal of this conversation is to provide theological insights and potentially provide a new vernacular for Christ-Followers heading into the upcoming election. Please see below for more information about each of our guests and the resources they mention in their conversation.SHOW NOTESPastor Tara Beth is...2024-10-2548 minEncounter Faith PodcastBreaking Through "Roofs" To Bring People to Jesus - Pastor Tara Beth LeachPastor Tara Beth and host Ross Cochran sit down in front of our Tuesday Morning Bible Study women's group, to dive into her recent sermon rooted in Mark 2. This familiar story gives us practical insights to keep in mind for our own faith. Thanks for listening!SHOW NOTESCheck out The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, which Pastor Tara Beth mentioned as a resource.Here is the New Yorker Article that Pastor Tara Beth MentionedThe Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical...2024-10-1738 minEncounter Faith PodcastFinding Freedom Through Moving Forward in Faith - Pastor Tara Beth LeachAs we go through our generosity initiative, Forward, our podcast will be hosted in front of our Tuesday Morning Bible Study. In this conversation, Pastor Tara Beth joins host Ross Cochran to talk through our generosity campaign, how we can find freedom through moving forward, and ultimately why this matters for a local church like Good Shepherd.SHOW NOTESThe Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter th...2024-10-1032 minEncounter Faith PodcastCounterfeits and Substitutes - Pastor Faith Eury ChoFaith Eury Cho is a pastor, author, speaker, and nonprofit Founder and CEO. She joined host Ross Cochran to discuss how in our walk with Jesus, we can easily settle for counterfeits and substitutes of the presence of God, rather than pursuing the real thing. SHOW NOTESLearn more about Faith and her ministry. Faith has been a gospel preacher since she was 19-years-old. Currently, she is an international speaker, pastor, church planter, author, and CEO of a nonprofit. The mission of her life is for all to know and enjoy the gift of the gospel...2024-10-0215 minEncounter Faith PodcastEncouraging Parents & Practical Tips on Child Discipleship - Children's Minister Jenn AndersonJenn Anderson has been involved with children's ministry for over 18 years and currently serves as the Children's minister at Good Shepherd church. Jenn joins host Ross Cochran to discuss why parents may not feel equipped to disciple their kids, what first steps they can take, and how the rest of the church can come alongside them in that journey.SHOW NOTESThe Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the ri...2024-09-2531 minEncounter Faith PodcastHelping Every Child Belong - Pastor Jake RobertsPastor Jake and Host Ross Cochran dive into the peer pressure kids and students face today, and the unique role that dads play in the discipleship of their kids. Pastor Jake also shares about how the church must rise above the "us vs them" mentality that is so pervasive in every other area of our life.SHOW NOTESThe Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, an...2024-09-1829 minEncounter Faith PodcastMultigenerational Discipleship - Pastor Greg WenholdPastor Greg Wenhold continues the conversation around the discipleship of our kids and students by returning to the podcast with host Ross Cochran. Pastor Greg reminds us about how we all have a role to play in discipleship, and particularly the role that grandparents play in the live of their grandkids. Thanks for listening!SHOW NOTESThe Encounter Faith Podcast is dedicated to creating space to slow down and dive deeper into the critical conversations we’re having every week at Good Shepherd. We fundamentally believe that you cannot encounter the risen Lord unchanged, and through th...2024-09-0529 min