Church Matters

The ordinances of the church are something we should take seriously and think deeply about. Communion, just as Baptism, has had several different debates throughout church history. In this episode we explore the four different views around Communion and which Redeemer leans toward. 

If you've ever read the Bible from cover to cover then you know that it is not always an easy read. It is full of real sin and real humanity. When we encounter tough sections of scripture with our children, how do we discuss them? Can we discuss them? Katie Sundin (Director of Redeemer Kids) and Lauren Schneringer (Director of Women's Ministry) join the podcast today to answer these questions and share from their own experiences. 

SHOW NOTES:

 

Where Were You? by Ghost Ship

The Ology by Marty Machowski 

Child Proof by Julie Lowe 

More than a Story by Sally Michael

This week we’re discussing physical manifestations and expressions of worship in the church gathering. We'll unpack some of these things and take a look at the biblical backing for things like clapping, and raising hands when we are worshipping together. I hope this conversation helps you think better about how we worship as fully integrated image bearers of God in both body and spirit.

NOTES

"Worship Matters" by Bob Kauflin

"Rhythms of Grace" by Mike Cosper

The Doxology and Theology Podcast

Tim Hawkins: Hand Raising

Relevant Scriptures

Colossians 3:16-17

Ephesians 5:15-20

Psalm 108

In this episode, Jerod joins us again, this time to talk about Baptism! We'll explore what Baptism is and Redeemer's statement on baptism (which you can view in the Baptism Packet linked in the notes), as well as a couple of opposing views in the church on the mode and stage of baptism. 

::NOTES::

Redeemer Baptism Packet

Relevant Scriptures

Matthew 28:19-20  (The Great Commission)
Romans 6:1-4
Romans 5:1
Galatians 2:20
Acts 8:26-40
Matthew 3:16
Mark 1:9-11
John 3:23
Acts 2:37-41
Colossians 2:11-12
Matthew 18:18-22

Today on the podcast we sit down with Andy Phipps. Andy is a pastor at Redeemer Church and is also an attorney! We get to hear a bit of his story, what drives him, and what he’s looking forward to.

On June 24th, 2022 the Roe v. Wade Supreme Court decision which enshrined the right to an abortion was overturned by a 6-3 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. With all the swirling conversation on this topic, why should we speak out against abortion and why is it is imperative that Christians understand the sanctity of life and the common arguments against the life of the unborn child? Gabe and Riley discuss.

SHOW NOTES

Relevant Scripture Passages:

Luke 1:39-44

Psalm 139

Ecclesiastes 11

Ephesians 6:10-20

2 Corinthians 10:4-6

Links

The Atlantic: “Science is Giving the Pro-Life Movement a Boost”: https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2018/01/pro-life-pro-science/549308/

British Journal of Medical Ethics: “Reconsidering fetal pain”: https://jme.bmj.com/content/46/1/3

Patrick Tomlinson Twitter Thread on “Fertility Clinic Problem": https://twitter.com/stealthygeek/status/920085535984668672?lang=en

The Federalist: “No, Saving a Child Instead of Embryos Does Not Negate Pro-Life Position”: https://thefederalist.com/2017/10/18/no-saving-child-instead-embryos-burning-building-not-negate-pro-life-position/

 Guttmacher Institute: “Reasons U.S. Women Have Abortions: Quantitative and Qualitative Perspectives”: https://www.guttmacher.org/sites/default/files/article_files/3711005.pdf

Analysis of the Study Above: https://abort73.com/abortion_facts/us_abortion_statistics/

Ana Kasparian Clip: https://twitter.com/theyoungturks/status/1521623073132138496?lang=en

The Gospel Coalition: “Whole-Life Objectives Harm the Pro-Life Cause”: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/whole-life-harm-pro-life/

Washington Post: “Analysis | Planned Parenthood’s false stat: ‘Thousands’ of women died every year before Roe”: https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2019/05/29/planned-parenthoods-false-stat-thousands-women-died-every-year-before-roe/

CDC Statistics on Abortion in the US: https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/volumes/70/ss/ss7009a1.htm

Crossway: “Resources Related to Abortion and the Sanctity of Life”: https://www.crossway.org/articles/resources-related-to-abortion-and-the-sanctity-of-life/

This week we talk about Play. What is play, and how should the church conceive of play and competitive sport whether participating or cheering from the stands?

In this episode we turn to an issue that is front and center in our political and popular culture: Free Speech. This episode was recorded the day after the purchase of twitter by Elon Musk was made public. This news sparked a big national debate on the nature of free speech and especially free speech on social media platforms. So how should Christians in America in 2022 think about free speech biblically? We hope this is a useful conversation for you as you dialog on these issues in your daily life. 

What is faith? What do you think of when someone mentions faith? Is Christian faith different than others? In this episode of Church Matters, Gabe and Riley are joined once again by Jerod Harper, to discuss the threefold definition of faith: notitia, assensus, and fiducia.
For a short devotional on this topic from Ligonier click here!

Today we sit down with the Executive Pastor of Redeemer: Jerod Harper. Jerod has a long history in mission, academia and the church and we hope that this time will help you get to know him better as we strive to become closer together as a body. 
You'll also hear a great story about the wonderful ozark pastime of catching a catfish with one's bare hands.