Bearing Up

Jordan Bishop joins us in a discussion on wearing masks and treating the symptoms of spiritual illness verses dealing with the deeper issues. This meaningful discussion reaffirms that encouragement is ongoing and not just reserved for special occasions. 

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0:00 - Start
1:02 - Should Christians Wear Masks?
7:42 - Recommendations
12:27 - Encouragement Beyond the Symptoms
18:15 - Interview With Jordan Bishop
22:58 - Continuing in Ministry through Secular Work
32:23 - Should Christians Wear Masks? Part 2
38:59 - Ministering Beyond the Symptoms / Addressing Deeper Issues
1:07:18 - Prayer + Closing

Recommendations

21st Century Christian Ministers Manual 
https://www.21stcc.com/viewbrowse.cfm/prodno/2CC023140/startrow/1

The Road Back to You
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0830846190/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_lU2OFbVDQQG3D

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Zack and Logan build on what it means to be an encourager by discussing some practical steps one can take to get the ball moving. Topics range from the small things you can do right now to build someone up to developing greater skills that are needed to comfort and encourage others in difficult times. 

0:00 - Start
0:32 - Final Thoughts Before US Election
5:03 - Recommendations
10:22 - Introduction To  Practical Steps of Encouragement
12:36 - 1.Cultivate a Mindset of Encouragement
16:39 - 2. Developing a Bedside Manner
23:21 - 3. Understanding The Impact of The Minimal
31:08 - 4. Become Unashamed to Be a Cheerleader
40:29 - 5. Engage Deliberately in Study and Training
46:05 - Summation and Prayer
48:44 - Closing

Recommendations

"Multiply" by Francis Chan
http://multiplymovement.com/  (FREE PDF of the book at this link)

"Bedside Manners" by Katie Maxwell
https://www.amazon.com/Bedside-Manners-Practical-Guide-Visiting/dp/0801065518

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In this episode Spencer Shaw, evangelist for the Tuttle, Oklahoma church of Christ, joins us to discuss the problem of suffering. We had some good football talk, discussed our favorite teams, and made a personal connection to the last super bowl, but went on from there to consider Job and from his perspective on why we suffer and endure pain/evil. What a thought provoking conversation in a time where many are suffering!

0:00 - Start
0:38 - Football Talk
4:25 - Recommendations
7:19 - What Is The Problem of Pain and Suffering?
12:09 - Interview With Spencer Shaw
26:37 - Job and The Problem Of Suffering
42:33 - Approaching Non-Christians with the Problem of Suffering
58:22 - Closer + Prayer

Recommendations

Problem of Pain - C.S. Lewis
https://www.amazon.com/Problem-Pain-C-S-Lewis/dp/0060652969

Mere Christianity 
https://www.amazon.com/Mere-Christianity-C-S-Lewis/dp/0060652926

Spencer's Podcast "Thinking Theologically"
https://www.strongchurch.org/podcasts

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Joshua Cantrell joins us today to discuss the Great Commission and what it means to be a gospel preacher. We also enjoyed a conversation about Halloween, the passion behind the call of ministry, and Joshua's experience at the Memphis School of Preaching.

0:00 - Start
1:25 - Halloween - How Should Christians View It?
8:54 - Recommendations
15:21 - What Is The Great Commission?
20:56 - Interview With Joshua Cantrell
40:37 - Answering the Call of the Great Commission
48:48 - The Making of a Gospel Preacher
58:48 - Closer + Prayer

Recommendations

Disruptive Witness by Alan Noble
https://www.amazon.com/Disruptive-Wit...

NIV Sola Scriptura Bible (58% of at time of posting)
https://tinyurl.com/yym9e59c

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Zack and Logan comment briefly on the Breonna Taylor case and jump into a discussion about Jesus being the Lamb of God. We also discussed where our motivation to be encouragers comes from and how joy and positivity affect our ability to encourage. We talk about encouraging those who've made mistakes and God's example as an encourage. 

0:00 - Start
1:11 - Brief Thoughts on the Outcome of Breonna Taylor Case
2:51 - Recommendations
6:18 - The Lamb of God Name Discussion
17:35 - The Lamb of God in Revelation
28:27 - Finding the Joy Behind Encouragement
47:06 - God's Encouragement to Elijah
55:38 - Scripture of Encouragement (Phil 2:1-4)
58:56 - Closer + Prayer

Recommendations

Don't Quit Series - Jeff and Dale Jenkins
http://www.thejenkinsinstitute.com/shop/dont-quit-on-a-monday

Grounds and Hounds Coffee Company
groundsandhoundscoffee.com

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Dillon Bruce joins hosts Logan Bruce and Zack Griffin for a discussion on the sermon on the mount and the marks of a Christian from Romans 12. We're excited for you to get to know Dillon as he discusses his role as education minister and co-host of his podcast "Bible Conversations."

For recommendations, links and more see details below.

0:00 - Start
4:34 - Growing up in a Christian Home
13:30 - Recommendations
16:16 - Sermon on The Mount
23:49 - Interview w/ Dillon Bruce
34:11 - Dillon on Matt 5-7
40:10 - Romans 12
56:17 - Pod Decks Game
59:58 - Closing Remarks + Prayer

Recommendations
- Cherry Hill Bibles: https://cherryhillbibles.com/
- AA Leather:

Links to Dillon's Podcast "Bible Conversations"
- https://www.facebook.com/BibleConvers...
- https://www.buzzsprout.com/1066300 (Apple Podcasts/Spotify)

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In this episode we reflect on some of our old college memories from Freed-Hardeman and tell the origins of Scofo which Logan and Zack were a part of. Joshua Hester joins us as our first guest on our show and we discuss the origins, meaning, and application of YHWH as a name for God.

See below for links to our recommendations and our sponsor.

0:00 - Start
0:20 - Freed-Hardeman Memories and Origin of Scofo
6:20 - Recommendations
8:59 - Introduction to YHWH
11:27 - Interview
22:01 - Application and Discussion on YHWH
37:48 - The Meaning of the Name "Christian"
44:18 - Guest Encouragement
46:38 - Pod Decks Game
51:21 - Closing Remarks + Prayer

Recommendations

"Death of a Marriage" by Owen G.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1649459394/...

"Simply Jesus" by N.T. Wright
https://www.amazon.com/dp/0062084402/...

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In our first episode, Zack and Logan introduce the idea behind "Bearing Up" as well as explore the humility of John the Baptist and the encourager that was Barnabas. We also played an interview game to help better introduce ourselves as hosts.

0:00 - Start
5:26 - Recommendations
8:09 - John the Baptist
18:43 - Barnabas
53:59 - Pod Decks Game
1:00:33 - Closing + Prayer

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