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the wordlover podcastEphesians Chapter 4 Part 2The boys finish up chapter 4 of Ephesians!2023-10-0931 min
the wordlover podcastEphesians Chapter 4 Part 1The boys are trucking through Ephesians and strt the first part of chapter 4!2023-09-2553 minthe wordlover podcastEphesians 3 Part 2The boys are finishing up chapter 3 of Ephesians!2023-09-1133 minthe wordlover podcastEphesians 3 Part 1The boys are back in town with Ephesians 3 Part 1!2023-08-2836 minthe wordlover podcastLent and FastingWhat is the place of Lent and Fastin gin the life of the believer? The boys mdiscuss that very subject on today's episode.2023-08-1430 minthe wordlover podcastPassover and Resurrection WeekThe fellas are coming to you with a discussion on Passover and its relationship to Resurrection Sunday.2023-07-3044 minthe wordlover podcastEphesians Chapter 2 Part 2Welcome back to the WordLover Podcast! This week the guys finish up chapter 2 in Ephesians2023-07-0336 minthe wordlover podcastEphesians Chapter 2 - Part 1The guys return discussing the first part of Ephesians Chapter 2!2023-06-2031 minthe wordlover podcastHeaven and HellHeaven and Hell? do they exist? What are thye like? How can we know where we will end up after death?2023-05-1346 minthe wordlover podcastEphesians 1 Part 2The guys are back at it discussing Ephesians Chapter 1! 2023-04-2015 minthe wordlover podcastEphesians 1 (Part 1)We are back into the Word with diving into Ephesians! What do you think about Spiritual Blessings and predestiny?2023-04-0439 min
the wordlover podcastChristian Art Pt 2Ben joins us again to ponder questions like......is there anything as Christian's we can take away from horror films? Why are some of the biggest mainstream films about religious figures so popular? Is Starwar's a faith based intellectual property?2023-02-1444 min
the wordlover podcastChristian Art Pt. 1The Wordlover podcast.....today with 100% more Ben Farmer! What would you say is the best piece of Christian media that you have experienced? What about the best movie you have ever seen? In what ways does good art intersect with our faith? Does it matter if it has been branded by the "Christian" label? 2023-02-0751 min
the wordlover podcastThe Historicity of Genesis 1-11 (Part 2)Listen as James Beasley and Doug Meeks continue their discussion on the historicity of Genesis 1-1. (Part 2)2023-01-3131 min
the wordlover podcastThe Historicity of Genesis 1-11 Part 1Histroy, Myth, or something else? What exactly is Genesis 1-11. Listen to James Beasley and Doug Meeks as they discuss the various ways this section of the Bible has been interpreted. (Part 1)2023-01-2435 min
the wordlover podcastNew year New Me?Should we commit to a New Year's resolution out of obligation? Is it a fool's errand? How can we maintain it? 2023-01-0638 min
the wordlover podcastThe Empirical Evidence of GodIs the bible a collection of stories, myths, and legends? What proof is there empirically that the God of the bible exists? Can this question be answered without using the bible?2022-11-241h 05
the wordlover podcastSanta and Halloween are False gods?!?Join us as we discuss the role of Holidays in the life of the American Christian2022-11-2150 min
the wordlover podcast1 Timothy 6:11-21Welcome and listen as we unpack 1 Timothy 6:11-212022-11-1454 min
the wordlover podcast1 Timothy Chapter 6 (verses 3 - 10)To what is Paul referring to by " the sound instruction" of Jesus; likewise, to "godly teaching"? Can anything a man writes or speaks in our modern times have the same authority as scripture? Can we have "healthy" interests in controversies? Weshould be content with food and clothing, but what about shelter? Is money the root of all evil? When one walks away from the faith is it considered to be permanent?2022-10-071h 11
the wordlover podcast1 Timothy Chapter 6 (verses 1 - 2)Was Paul speaking about slavery in an employer/employee relationship sense? Does God support the idea of slavery? Will James ever get his internet fixed?2022-09-3052 min
the wordlover podcast1 Timothy 52022-09-171h 05
the wordlover podcast1 Timothy Chapter 4 (verses 11 - 16)Is the 1 Timothy written for Pastors only? Why are there so many Bible translations? What ever happened to that gift they called prophecy? Why did James abandon us? Also Adam gets a solid performance review.2022-09-0856 min
the wordlover podcast1 Timothy 3:14 - 4:10How exactly does the church function as the "pillar and foundation of the truth"? What are the requirements you can impose on the household of God?2022-09-0249 min
the wordlover podcastQuestions in 1 TimothyMore unpacking! Should women be able to speak on a Sunday morning? Should a Pastor drink? Should an Elder view or participate in violently competitive activities? Who would win in a fight, Bruce Lee or Muhammad Ali? Plus Josh breaks a chair!2022-08-2659 min
the wordlover podcast1 Timothy Chapter 3 (verses 1 - 13)Adam Cushing joins us again as we dive a little deeper into the roles of men and women within the church. What character traits does Paul prescribe for leadership? And why is it so important?2022-08-201h 03
the wordlover podcast1 Timothy Chapter 2What wisdom does Paul give to Timothy regarding roles within the church? Is it meant for us today, or just the church in Ephesus? What about the women? Special guest Adam Cushing joins us as we wonder through this chapter.2022-08-121h 04
the wordlover podcast1 Timothy Chapter 1What were the myths and genealogies should we be concerned about? After his conversion was Paul still a sinner?2022-08-061h 13
the wordlover podcastThe Woke ChurchIs wokeness a stepping stone to theological compromise? With the word "woke" meaning so many different things to so many people, is it possible to define? Is it too late, have we already been impacted? Has the Church failed to address these issues and perhaps made it worse?2022-07-2251 min
the wordlover podcastWomb to TombAre we as Christians invested at all stages of life? Is the focus of the Pro-Life movement to narrow? What do we do now that Roe v. Wade has been overturned?2022-07-1556 min
the wordlover podcastAbrahamWhy is Abraham so important? What do other faiths believe about this Patriarchal figure? Is He calling us to unity? This episode we discuss Bruce Feiler's "Abraham: A journey to the Heart of Three Faiths".2022-06-3051 min
the wordlover podcastChristians and Gun ControlHow should Christians think about gun control? Does the right to self defense in a modern world include the right to bear arms? Should Christians oppose the use of deadly weapons on principle? Follow along as we unpack some of these topics and more.2022-06-2449 min
the wordlover podcastThe SoulThe Wordlover podcast, now with even more ruach! Join Doug, James, and Josh as they unpack J.P. Moreland's "The Soul" in this spine tingling episode!2022-06-091h 04
the wordlover podcastShort Term Missions (Debrief)Back from Baltimore! Join us as we process what we experienced in just a few short days. Blessed to serve the Kingdom and learn, that our Father works in everything.2022-05-2852 min
the wordlover podcastBeing HumanWhat components does it take to make a Human? How does Dualism fit into a scriptural worldview? What does Nephesh even mean? Join Doug, James, and Josh as they try to find out.2022-05-0149 min
the wordlover podcastDeconstructing DeconstructionWhat happens when we take a critical look at our faith? Can it survive? How should we respond to a brother or sister who is struggling with deconstruction? Brother Doug Meeks joins us as we "wrestle" with these questions, and more!2022-03-101h 01
the wordlover podcastMissions (Philippines)Special guest Dan Henley joins us to share his heart for the Philippines, and to talk about how God can move when we heed the call.2022-02-261h 35
the wordlover podcastEverything is PermissibleDo we really need to lay down freedoms to encourage other believers? Where is the line? 2022-02-1955 min
the wordlover podcastChristianity and ComicsIs there intentional religious pluralism in comics? Do comics teach a distrustful or hateful attitude towards God? Who is James' favorite superhero anyway? Special guest Ross Anderson joins us as we find the spine tingling answers!2022-02-1057 min
the wordlover podcastOmission of "Assembly", 2 Maccabees 15, 1 Timothy 3:15Why did Tyndale translate words like "ekklesia", "presbuteros" and "metanoeite" so differently? How can we contextually read 2 Maccabees 15? What is Paul talking about in 1 Timothy 3:15?2022-01-291h 04
the wordlover podcastWhat Authority Does Scripture Have?Special guest brother Bryan Overby of the Orthodox Catholic Church joins us again! Listen in as we discuss the differences between sola scriptura and prima scriptura. 2021-12-241h 53
the wordlover podcastThe Orthodox Catholic ChurchIn what ways are the Protestant and Catholic Churches similar and different? Join us in a discussion with special guest Bryan Overby as we find out.2021-12-171h 05
the wordlover podcastUrban Legends (Christmas Special)From the urgency to deliver baby Jesus, and no room at the Inn. To the "We Three Kings of Orient are". Join us as we discover why some of these things we have believed all along simply do not line up with scripture.2021-12-111h 03
the wordlover podcastHalloweenHow should we respond to pagan traditions and can it still be biblical to celebrate?2021-10-3050 min
the wordlover podcastMyth of a Christian NationIs the United States of America indeed a Christian Nation? What was the intention of our founding fathers?2021-10-1456 min
the wordlover podcastMark Chapter 13What hope does Christ give us for the coming storm? How can we remember to walk out our faith rather than live our best life now? Did God reward the lies of Mid-wives in Egypt?2021-09-181h 00
the wordlover podcastMark Chapter 12How can respected, and powerful religious leaders be so wrong? How can we miss Christ when He is right in front of us?2021-09-0745 min
the wordlover podcastMark Chapter 11Expectation, disappointment, suffering, and surrender.2021-08-2853 min
the wordlover podcastDidgeridoos and DinosaursWe all know Dinosaurs are in the Bible, but why does that matter?2021-08-141h 04
the wordlover podcastMemorial DayWe celebrate, but what exactly are we celebrating for? Why is remembering so important in the life of a Christian? Does America have the same covenant as Israel?2021-06-131h 03
the wordlover podcastJames Chapter 5 (verses 13 - 20)Just exactly how do we wield powerful prayer?2021-06-0759 min
the wordlover podcastJames Chapter 4:13 - 5:12What are sins of omission? How can patience and suffering possibly go together?2021-06-041h 09
the wordlover podcastJames Chapter 4 ( 1 - 12 )How do pray with the "right" motives? Why can't we as The Church just get along?2021-05-231h 00
the wordlover podcastJames Chapter 3 (verses 13 - 18)Has God not made the wisdom of the world foolish? Is there any benefit to earthly philosophies?2021-05-1648 min
the wordlover podcastJames Chapter 3 (verses 1 - 12)What traits should a teacher have? Why are our words so powerful?2021-05-041h 11
the wordlover podcastJames Chapter 2 (verses 14 - 26)Isn't our faith all about an intellectual pursuits, and an emotional response to the Gospel? How do we examine our lives, and what kind of fruit should we have?2021-04-271h 00
the wordlover podcastJames Chapter 2 ( verses 1 - 13 )Is favoritism present in todays Church? And much more.2021-04-1146 minthe wordlover podcastWhat Day is Easter Sunday?You read that right. Does tradition about events and times differ from what scripture actually says? You may be surprised!2021-04-0757 minthe wordlover podcastBible TranslationsKJV? NIV? LMNOP? What is the best translation of the Bible? Is there a perfect translation? Is there only one inspired translation? How many times can we say the word "translation"? All this and more in this weeks episode!2021-03-261h 26the wordlover podcastJames Chapter 1 (verses 13 - 27)Temptation, what do we do with it? Follow a verse by verse breakdown of James chapter 1.2021-03-181h 09the wordlover podcastJames Chapter 1 (verses 1 - 12)We will all face trials and temptations, but how do we gain perspective of what God is doing, and do it with joy?2021-03-0655 minthe wordlover podcastJude (verses 10 - 25)How does Max Lucado's apology tie into the epistle of Jude?2021-03-011h 08the wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 1 (Letters to the Churches)Chit chat about superbowl 54's Halftime show. Starting out in Chapter 1 in the Book of Revelation2021-02-1536 minthe wordlover podcastOprafication - Intro to the Book of RevelationDo we allow our emotions and personal problems to dictate our faith? Getting started in the prophetic book of Revelation.2021-02-061h 43the wordlover podcastJude (verses 1 - 9)How can we protect ourselves from the "wolves in sheep's clothing"? Or are we even aware that this can happen? 2021-01-231h 46the wordlover podcastConstantine, and The Great DivorceMovie review of 2005 film Constantine. Also discussion on an allegorical bus ride from hell to heaven.2021-01-161h 18the wordlover podcastMuslim Belief, People Pleasing, God's Quarantine PlanHow can we reach people groups with different beliefs? Can our people pleasing actually please God? Safe from corona, God's quarantine plan. Will vaccines even do anything?2021-01-091h 21the wordlover podcastAnswering Questions in Revelation - Christmas SpecialThe Book of Revelation answers many questions but also has us pondering others. Join us as we unpack some of them. Such as.....How do current day events line up in Revelation? Will we be aware of our loved ones who are not in Heaven? Will there be accidents in Heaven? Are we like angels in Heaven? Will there be sex in Heaven? Is there going to be a government? If you are not interested in any of that, skip ahead and listen to James' disdain for Santa Claus. Merry Christmas!!2020-12-191h 25the wordlover podcastRevelation Chapters 21 & 22A New Heaven and a New Earth. The New Jerusalem and the Bride of the Lamb. Eden Restored. John and the Angel. Epilogue: Invitation and Warning.2020-12-192h 00the wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 20A Fond Farewell to the Poolboy.......The State of Theology. What do Americans believe about God, salvation, ethics, and the Bible?........ The Thousand Years, The Judgment of Satan, and The Dead.2020-12-161h 26the wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 19All Glory Be to Christ!2020-11-211h 29the wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 18A Funeral Dirge for a Prostitute. Babylon falls!2020-11-111h 19the wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 17Babylon, and who is the Prostitute.2020-11-091h 22the wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 16Clearly the right vote is a vote for.........Revelation 16 The seven bowls of God's wrath.2020-11-0828 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 15Setting the stage for the bowls of wrath to be poured out.2020-10-2729 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 14The Lamb, The 144,000, and The Three Angels. Harvesting the Earth and Trampling the Winepress.2020-09-291h 20the wordlover podcastMasks.....again?But wait....there's more. How can Masks still be a topic? 2020-09-2926 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 13Social emotional learning. The beast and his mark. What does it all mean?2020-09-2746 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 122020-09-0547 minthe wordlover podcastThe Dark Guest - Science Without LimitsFrom the Valley of Vision Puritan Prayers. Listen along to the Dark Guest Prayer. Also can we reinvent parenthood?2020-09-0446 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 11 (verses 15-19)The Seventh Trumpet!2020-08-3048 minthe wordlover podcastCuties, Exploiting Kids for Cash, Don't Beg God for the Holy SpiritHas our materialism and image consciousness eclipsed our desire to protect and guide our children? How the Holy Spirit can use us when we glorify Christ.2020-08-291h 01the wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 11 (verses 1 - 14)The Two Witnesses!!2020-08-231h 05the wordlover podcastRomans 13How can we as Christ followers glorify God through rebellion, submission to authority, or both?2020-08-221h 05the wordlover podcastSalvation DebateWhat happens to those who never hear the gospel?2020-07-3135 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 9Do policies in America need to be addressed regarding race or have we already accomplished balance? The Fifth and Sixth angels arrive!!2020-07-2046 minthe wordlover podcastRegaining "Hard-Nosed Teachings"The early Christians in Rome were "resensitized" after being converted from a very sinful culture. What steps can we take to allow God to reset your moral gauge as our culture becomes darker and condones more evil?2020-07-0337 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 8Is there a racism problem in modern day America? The Seventh Seal in Revelation. 2020-06-2546 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 7Go away Corona! Can stem cell research line up with our moral ideals. Seals in Revelation Chapter 7.2020-06-1829 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 6Plandemic, is this documentary true? Loving Mondays: Business as a calling. The four horsemen of the Apocalypse. 2020-05-3143 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 5Bravery Deficit, Are we to afraid to speak truth in a politically correct world? Did Jeff Goldblum asks a bad question? In Revelation 5 who is worthy to open the scroll? 2020-05-1726 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 4 (verses 6 - 11)Bill Nye.... What happened? Prosperity vs. Poverty Gospel. More in the throne room from Revelation Chapter 4.2020-05-0732 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 4 (verses 1-6)Corona. The Throne Room.2020-04-2826 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 3 LaodeciaCorona, Corona! As Christians we need to include ourselves as sinners and be very careful where we point the finger of judgment. The lukewarm church.2020-04-2326 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 3 PhiladelphiaFinding something to talk about while hugging computers and keeping the Word.2020-04-1528 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 3 SardisKeeping our ducks in a row by staying informed and not soiling our clothes.2020-04-0931 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 2 Pergamum and Thyatira2020-04-0126 minthe wordlover podcastRevelation Chapter 2 Ephesus and Smyrna2020-03-2633 min