Fastened Like Nails

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Fastened Like Nails episodes

November 13, 2023 Facing our Giants—The Giant Killer Part 1
Step back in time for part 1 of a special Giant Killer Series with long-time friends Shad Bolen and Mark Hamby. Listen in as Mark invites Shad into the studio to talk about the biblical Caleb as he fought giants to claim a mountain. Before they get into the Word they share stories about their friendship and recording "The Giant Killer".
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14 min
November 06, 2023 The Evidence of a Mega God - Part 2
This week we are going to continue our discussion on Mark 4-5.
The Bible can be confusing at first glance (or even hundredth glance!), yet if we approach God with a genuine heart and a willingness to put in the work, He will give us the spiritual sight to see the meaning in His word! Join Dr. Mark Hamby and Professor Colin Smith for part two of "The Evidence of a Mega God!"
23 min
October 30, 2023 The Evidence of a Mega God - Part 1
This week we are going to explore wild boars, the Sea of Galilee, and setting someone on fire! It is our belief that these bizarre, semi-random events are all connected.
The Bible can be confusing at first glance (or even hundredth glance!), yet if we approach God with a genuine heart and a willingness to put in the work, He will give us the spiritual sight to see the meaning in His word! Join Dr. Mark Hamby and Professor Colin Smith to unravel a little bit of the mystery this week in Fastened Like Nails!
31 min
October 23, 2023 Exceedingly Great Joy in the Book of Jude - Part 2
Dr. Mark Hamby and Professor Colin Smith are back in the studio to unpack the book of Jude! Dive into the intricate literary style of this little-known book and emerge with some powerful life applications!
44 min
October 16, 2023 Exceedingly Great Joy in the Book of Jude - Part 1
Dr. Mark Hamby and Professor Colin Smith are back in the studio to unpack the book of Jude! Dive into the intricate literary style of this little-known book and emerge with some powerful life applications!

Fun fact: Did you know that Dr. Hamby was friends with another Colin Smith before knowing the Professor Colin we know and love? Was this Colin Smith:
a. A graphic designer hired to create the Lamplighter Logo
b. A council member of the Gospel Coalition
c. A professor at Baptist College and Seminary

Listen next week to discover the answer!
32 min
October 09, 2023 Behind the Scenes at The Masters Guild!
Catch a glimpse of life behind the scenes at Lamplighter Ministries in today’s unique podcast featuring The Masters Guild class of 2024! Listen in with Dr. Mark Hamby, co-host Molly Mayo, and Professor Colin Smith as they interview the students, share a crash course in Ancient Hebrew, shed some light on when Colin accidentally pepper-sprayed himself at Lamplighter, and all the moments in-between.
46 min
October 02, 2023 Push Beyond Your Limits
If you don't hurt in your training then you're not growing. It's that simple. Until we have exhausted our energies in pursual of exercise, art, or studying, we are maintaining the skills we already possess. Travel back in time to hear David Sanborn and Mark Hamby talk about what it takes to grow and become a master craftsman. These truths will inspire you in your walk with God and encourage you to visit the Lamplighter Guild. Visit lamplighterguild.com for more information. The good pain of growth.
16 min
September 26, 2023 Career Excellence with Brazilian Soccer Players and Ehud
On this episode of Fastened Like Nails, Mark Hamby talks about what it takes to develop excellence and preparation for your career. Listen to different stories that involve Brazilian soccer players, Mark's immediate improvement in his basketball skills, and Benjamites including Ehud from the bible. This conversation is for every Christian and their craft in life!
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15 min
September 18, 2023 Grass in the Book of John
The Psalmist says in Psalm 119, "Open my eyes that I may see wonderful things in your law." It may sound to some like poetry to be read and enjoyed, but surely not believed. But what if it is true? And what if something as commonplace as grass has been empowered by God to open our eyes to a new and vital wonder?
Join Dr. Mark Hamby, co-host Molly Mayo, and Professor Colin Smith to discover the little-known truths tucked away in the Gospel of John!
43 min
September 11, 2023 Waiting on God's Grace with Shad Bolen
No single person is immune to sin and disappointment. We must wait upon the Lord for grace and redemption after the moment when pain is inflicted. How does that work?
Listen to this insightful podcast from our early days in the studio to hear Mark and his best friend, Shad, share their hearts on this topic as well as provide good and godly counsel for all of us who are hurting during these trials of life.
16 min

About Fastened Like Nails

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The mission of Lamplighter Ministries is “to make ready a people prepared for the Lord, by building Christ-like character one story at a time.” The mission of this ministry is deeply rooted in the truths found in Malachi 4:6 and Luke 1:17. The gospel writer Luke quotes from Malachi 4:6 in his first chapter. His handling of the text is peculiar because he leaves out part of the quote and adds a sentence that changes the entire meaning of Malachi’s text. In Malachi we read: “To turn the hearts of the fathers to their children and the hearts of the children to their fathers, lest I come and smite the earth with a curse.” In Luke we read: “To turn the hearts of the fathers to their children and the disobedient to the wisdom of the just, to make ready a people prepared for the Lord.” The first part of this verse is identical in both passages. The second part, “turning the hearts of the children to their fathers” is similar to “turning the disobedient to the wisdom of the just.” It appears that Luke is emphasizing that children’s hearts (the disobedient) will turn to their fathers, if their fathers’ hearts become righteous and worthy. The last part of the verse in Malachi, “lest I come and smite the earth with a curse,” has been deleted and new text has been added, thus changing the meaning. Generally, the New Testament writers will change an Old Testament text to help clarify the intended meaning, but here Luke changes the meaning of the text entirely. Whereas the Old Testament closes out with the word “curse” and a strict warning, the New Testament closes out with hope and an emphasis on grace—“the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all, Amen.” By Divine design the Old Testament closes in “curse” and the New Testament closes with “grace.” When Luke the physician quotes Malachi 4:6 and removes the curse, I believe he was adding that which is at the heart of Christian discipleship—“making ready a people prepared for the Lord.”