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In today’s episode, Linnea Morris interviews Pastor Joey Gardner, who oversees our Care Ministry at Easthaven. Pastor Joey is our longest tenured staff member! He shares more about what the Care Ministry looks like at Easthaven and his passion to engage and equip volunteers to serve the church faithfully. What is Pastor Joey’s favorite coffee? Listen to find out!

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Produced by Seth Evanoff

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In today’s episode, Linnea Morris interviews Seth Evanoff, the Director of A/V at Easthaven. Seth reveals how long he and his family have been at Easthaven, his favorite part of ministry, and the challenges that come with being an introvert. True or False - Seth was Linnea’s fourth grade Sunday School Teacher?? Listen to find out! 

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Produced by Seth Evanoff

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In today’s episode, Linnea Morris interviews Shane Oehler, the Director of High School Ministry. Shane shares how he and his family landed at Easthaven, the nuances of High School Ministry, and his desire for youth in our Church Family. We also discover Shane’s amazing radio voice at the end of the episode!

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Produced by Seth Evanoff

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In today’s episode, Linnea and Pastor Chad respond to the question “Do I really have to be baptized?”

We share our own baptism stories and then talk about what Scripture says about baptism. What if someone is nervous to be baptized? Is there a guideline for how old a kid should be before they’re baptized? Why wouldn’t someone want to be baptized? How can we live in obedience to God’s Word with baptism?

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In today’s episode, Linnea and Pastor Chad respond to the question “What are the Core Principles for a Biblical Approach to Money and Giving?” This is the final of three episodes focused on this topic.

These principles are pulled from the book by John Cortines and Gregory Baumer, God and Money: How We Discovered True Riches at Harvard Business School, (Carson, CA: Rose Publishing, 2016).

1. Everything we “own” actually belongs to God. Everything.

2. “Our” wealth and possessions should be used for God’s purposes.

3. Wealth is like Dynamite, with great potential for both good and harm.

4. Giving generously to the poor is a moral duty in a fallen world.

5. Giving should be voluntary, generous (even sacrificial), cheerful, and needs-based.

6. Giving generously breaks the power of money over us.

 Books Mentioned in This Episode

• The Law of Rewards by Randy Alcorn

• The Treasure Principle by Randy Alcorn

• Neither Poverty nor Riches by Craig Blomberg

• God and Money: How We Discovered True Riches at Harvard Business School by John Cortines & Gregory Baumer

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In today’s episode, Linnea and Pastor Chad respond to the question “What does the New Testament say about Money, Tithing, and Giving?” This is the second of three episodes focused on this topic.

Why are we talking about money? While the Bible references both prayer and faith in almost 500 verses, there are more than 2,000 on money! It’s also the focus of nearly 40 percent of Jesus’ parables. God consistently teaches us about wealth and giving throughout the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation. 

What we will find from a thorough Biblical survey of money, tithing, and giving is that it is tied to the universal human desire for significance, security, and satisfaction.

Have a question or topic in mind? We’d love to hear from you! While we’ve compiled a list of questions with our staff and ministry leaders, your input helps shape the conversation. Share your thoughts or questions by emailing us directly at [email protected].

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Produced by Seth Evanoff

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In today’s episode, Linnea and Pastor Chad respond to the question “What does the Old Testament say about Money, Tithing, and Giving?” This is the first of three episodes focused on this topic.

Why are we talking about money? While the Bible references both prayer and faith in almost 500 verses, there are more than 2,000 on money! It’s also the focus of nearly 40 percent of Jesus’ parables. God consistently teaches us about wealth and giving throughout the Bible, from Genesis to Revelation. 

What we will find from a thorough Biblical survey of money, tithing, and giving is that it is tied to the universal human desire for significance, security, and satisfaction.

Scripture References:

Cain and Abel (Genesis 4:3-7)

Abraham (Genesis 14:18-24)

Jacob (Genesis 28:13-22) 

Levitical Tithe (Numbers 18:20-24)

Festival Tithe (Deuteronomy 12:17-19, 14:22-27, 26:10-16)

Charity Tithe (Deuteronomy 14:28-29) 

Boaz (Ruth 1-4)

David (1 & 2 Samuel, 1 Chronicles)

Solomon (1 Kings, 2 Chronicles)

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Produced by Seth Evanoff

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Today’s Shownotes:

In today’s episode, Linnea and Pastor Chad respond to the question “What is Biblical Community?”

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In today’s episode, Linnea and Pastor Chad respond to the question “What is Biblical Literacy?”

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In today’s episode, Linnea and Pastor Chad wrap up the conversation about Flourishing. We encourage you to listen to the first and second episodes about Flourishing before jumping into this final episode.

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Produced by Seth Evanoff

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