Exhorter Podcast

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  • 58 - Unearthing the Basics of Bible Translations

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    What bible translation do you read from? How accurate is it? What is the difference between each translation? Whether you read from KJV, NKJV, ESV, NASB, NIV, or NLT, in this episode, we briefly examine the broad categories of translations, speak about their accuracy, and discuss the overall value of side-by-side comparison during bible study.

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    37 min
  • 57 - Tattoos: Think Before You Ink

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    Are you one of the 20-25% of Americans that have a tattoo? Are you thinking about getting a tattoo? There are many differentviews about tattoos within the church - some earnestly opposed andothers see no issue. Join us as we have our own lengthy debate on this topic and let’s see what the bible says, and doesn’t say, about getting that ink.

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    52 min
  • 56 - That Sounds Denominational: Focusing More On Authority

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     Historically we’ve made a strong effort to draw doctrinal distinctions between the Church and denominational churches. But when determining if an activity is right for us or our local church, we sometimes may ask ourselves “Would that make us look like them?”. Let’s unpack this comparison idea a little more and dive into the practice of finding scriptural authority for what we do.

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    25 min
  • 55 - Self-Forgiveness: It's Ok to Let It Go

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    Struggling with feelings of guilt over your sins, past mistakes, or lingering regrets? Why do we hold on to guilt and regret of sin and why does it manifest in physical pain sometimes? Maybe like us, you are contemplating the concept of self-forgiveness and questioning its validity in comparison to relying on divine forgiveness. Come join us as we explore the alignment of self-forgiveness with biblical teachings and share insights on summoning the courage to release the burden of guilt.

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    31 min
  • 54 - Watch Your Mouth. We're Talking About Euphemisms.

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    Have you ever caught yourself substituting a potentially offensive word with a seemingly innocent one?  Well, that's a euphemism. What is the real impact of euphemisms? Are they wrong to use? Join us for a brief chat about our words of choice, euphemisms, blasphemous slang, and crude language.

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    25 min
  • 53 - The Dicey Subject of Gambling

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    What is wrong with gambling? Is gambling a sin? Are innocuous friendly wagers and raffles wrong? What about investing? Join us as we unpack these questions and dive into gambling's relationship with our walk as Christians. Whether you're firmly rooted in your views on gambling or still pondering where the line in the sand should be drawn, this discussion is for anyone seeking a balanced dialogue on making wise and discerning choices when it comes to gambling.

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    36 min
  • 52 - Navigating Grief by Learning to Lament

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    Grief is a journey we all navigate differently, and in this episode, Kyle and Jon talk candidly about lamenting to God in the mourning process. We will guide you through the biblical accounts of expressing our anguish to the Almighty—taking cues from David and Jeremiah—and reveal how their example may lead us to hope and healing. 

    Finally, we honor the legacies of those we've loved and lost, inspired by King David's own tributes. We reflect on balancing our memories of those we’ve lost with our devotion to God and share intimate stories of how legacies have touched our lives. This episode isn't just about coping with grief; it's an invitation to carry forward the torch of our departed loved ones through kindness and service that furthers God's love in the world. 

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    33 min
  • 51 - Fitness & Faith: How Important Should Fitness Be for Christians?

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    As the new year approaches many have healthy resolutions on the brain. Well so did Kyle, and he asks "How important should the pursuit of fitness be in the life of a Christian?". Being physically fit is a good thing right? Then what could be bad about it? On the other hand, aren't we supposed to be disciplined and good stewards of the lives that God gives us? Join us for a light-hearted discussion on all of these questions and maybe a few fitness tips as well.

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    37 min
  • 50 - Should Christians Listen to Contemporary Christian Music?

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    Do you like to listen to Christian Rock, Gospel, or any other genre of instrumental music outside of worship that mentions God and is centered around Christianity? How about religious Christmas music? Or, does it all bother your conscience to do so? In this episode, we talk about what our perspective should be, as Christians, on instrumental Christian music outside of our assembly and worship. 

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    38 min
  • 49 - How Close to Sin Can You Get Without Sinning?

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    Join us and Tommy Peeler as we talk about when sin first entered the world in Genesis 3. We'll discuss how tempting it is to get close to sin and why that's not a good idea. Let's chat about setting clear boundaries, avoiding messing with sin, and understanding how we deal with it.

    We'll also look at Matthew chapters 5 and 6 and use the idea of "glorifying God" as a guide. It'll help us figure out which paths might not be full-on sinful but could still mess with our journey or dim our light.

    You can check out Tommy's podcast "Carefully Examining the Text" on all platforms.

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    35 min

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Welcome to the Exhorter Podcast, where we aim to stir up love and good works through bite-sized biblical discussions. This local effort of the Church of Christ, located in Clovis, California, is…

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