Rapid Fire Friday is a special series from the Fixed On Jesus Podcast crew (Rich, Mark and Heather)

Sometimes we get questions that have short enough answers to answer many of them in one episode that we like to call Rapid Fire Fridays. Look for these to be released on Fridays if and when we get enough questions from YOU, our awesome audience!

Thank you for listening and engaging and please keep the questions coming.

In today's episode Mark throws these questions at Rich:

• I want to understand the differences between...reformed, not reformed, charismatic, cessationist and so on....
• Why isn't the Didache used in modern churches?

Bible References:

• 1 Corinthians 13

If your question hasn't been answered yet, stay tuned. You may get to hear it on the next one!

📬 Questions? Email us at: [email protected]

Welcome to FIXED ON JESUS, a podcast brought to you by Center Church in Gilbert, Arizona.

Speaking to you today are Rich Richardson & Mark Johnson Jr. Production by Heather Corbitt

**SHOW NOTES**

In this episode you will hear we had a live studio audience. The Fixed On Jesus podcast crew hosted an event for our 100th episode celebration and as a part of that celebration, we recorded this podcast live with those who attended.

Questions asked in this episode:

• Is Jesus God? The Nicene Creed is the response to this question.
• Who met at the counsel?
• How many people were there?
• Were there and language barriers?
• Was the canon closed at this time?
• Why does it matter if Jesus is God?
• In general, why is a creed important?
• Is that concept of "double representation" something we can understand this side of eternity?
• Should the Nicene Creed bring us closer to God?
• What happened in 381 AD?
• Which creeds should we be looking at?
• How many years did the counsel of Nicaea meet together?

Please feel free to send email inquiries to [email protected]

Rapid Fire Friday is a special series from the Fixed On Jesus Podcast crew (Rich, Mark and Heather)

Sometimes we get questions that have short enough answers to answer many of them in one episode that we like to call Rapid Fire Fridays. Look for these to be released on Fridays if and when we get enough questions from YOU, our awesome audience!

Thank you for listening and engaging and please keep the questions coming.

In today's episode Mark throws these questions at Rich:

• Is hell an actual place?
• In Acts Chapter 8, Samaria seems like a footnote, it was more important than is presented here, isn't it?
• It seems like Simon the Magician is misunderstood in Acts 8.
• Explain the baptisms in Acts 8 and why we don't baptize in the same way today
• What's going on with the Ethiopian eunuch in Acts 8?

Bible References:

• Matthew 5:22
• Matthew 25:41
• Mark 9:43
• Acts chapters 2, 8, & 10

If your question hasn't been answered yet, stay tuned. You may get to hear it on the next one!

Questions? Email us at: [email protected]

Welcome to FIXED ON JESUS, a podcast brought to you by Center Church in Gilbert, Arizona.

Speaking to you today are Rich Richardson & Mark Johnson Jr. Production by Heather Corbitt

**SHOW NOTES**

• What is the Bridge Course?
• What can you expect each night?
• What's the discussion time about?
• What's the schedule like?
• Do I have to attend all 10 nights?
• What are the topics of each night?
• Why should I invite people to Bridge Course at Center Gilbert?

The Bridge Course Intro Video

More details will come to centergilbert.com as we get closer to the start date.

Please feel free to send email inquiries to [email protected]

Rapid Fire Friday is a special series from the Fixed On Jesus Podcast crew (Rich, Mark and Heather)

Sometimes we get questions that have short enough answers to answer many of them in one episode that we like to call Rapid Fire Fridays. Look for these to be released on Fridays if and when we get enough questions from YOU, our awesome audience!

Thank you for listening and engaging and please keep the questions coming.

In today's episode Mark throws these questions at Rich:

• Amy Elder wants to know, in 1 Chronicles Joab does what he knows is wrong because King David told him to, why is God only angry with Joab?
• From Catherine Jordan, Can you explain what Unitarianism and why it is heretical?
• Anonymous asks, Is contextual theology legitimately orthodox?
• What is the difference between practical theology and legalism?

Bible References:

• 1 Chronicles 21:1-4

Book References:

• Everyday Gospel: A Daily Devotional Connecting Scripture to All of Life by Paul David Tripp

Episodes Referenced:

• Who's The Boss episode #93

If your question hasn't been answered yet, stay tuned. You may get to hear it on the next one! Send in your questions to [email protected]

Welcome to FIXED ON JESUS, a podcast brought to you by Center Church in Gilbert, Arizona.

Speaking to you today are Rich Richardson & Mark Johnson Jr. Production by Heather Corbitt

**SHOW NOTES**

Questions asked in this episode:

• What is this trend I am hearing about, young men flocking to a more liturgical or "high church" experience?
• What is the difference between Eastern Orthodox and our church?
• What beliefs are different?
• Are there genuine Christians in the Eastern Orthodox & Roman Catholic churches?
• Do they believe the same gospel?

Scripture References:

• Romans 3
• Galatians 2

Please feel free to send email inquiries to [email protected]

Welcome to FIXED ON JESUS, a podcast brought to you by Center Church in Gilbert, Arizona.

Speaking to you today are Rich Richardson & Mark Johnson Jr. Production by Heather Corbitt

**SHOW NOTES**

Questions asked in this episode:

• How does a person finish well?
• Is there an apathy that can set in over the years?
• Is there some degree of responsibility to managing expectations?
• What are some pitfalls of not finishing well?
• Is there a theological componant to not finishing well?
• How does a pastor finsih well?
• At what age should you start thinking about finishing well?

Scripture References:

• Hebrews 12:1
• 2 Timothy 4:7-8
• Hebrews 12:1-3
• Proverbs 4:23

Please feel free to send email inquiries to [email protected]

Welcome to FIXED ON JESUS, a podcast brought to you by Center Church in Gilbert, Arizona.

Speaking to you today are Rich Richardson & Mark Johnson Jr. Production by Heather Corbitt

**SHOW NOTES**

Questions asked in this episode:

• Why serve the Lord?
• Do we serve out of payment to him?
• What is regeneration?
• Can our motives be entirely pure?
• What if I am not able to do what I am actually gifted to do?
• What about those who think, I give so I don't have to serve, or I serve so I don't have to give?
• You said we are slaves, but that word has a negative connotation in today's language. Help me to understand it positively.
• What is a cultural idea that has been transferred into the church around the idea of serving?
• What would you say to someone who isn't serving?

Scripture References:

• Romans 12:4
• Ephesians 2:10

Please feel free to send email inquiries to [email protected]

Welcome to FIXED ON JESUS, a podcast brought to you by Center Church in Gilbert, Arizona.

Speaking to you today are Rich Richardson & Mark Johnson Jr. Production by Heather Corbitt

This week we have the final chapter in the interview with Deborah Geesling, founder of P82 - Project Restoration. This week, Rich and Mark hear how Deborah and her family find hope in Jesus, the one who cares for the marginalized.

If you or someone you know is affected by mental illness and looking for help, P82 Homes is a great resource, they provide support for families affected by mental illness.

Learn more about P82: https://www.p82homes.org/

Listen to Deborah’s podcast: https://deborahgeesling.substack.com/

Our 100th episode is coming up and YOU'RE INVITED to the live recording! Register now: https://shorturl.at/K9ZQV

Please feel free to send email inquiries to [email protected]

Welcome to FIXED ON JESUS, a podcast brought to you by Center Church in Gilbert, Arizona.

Speaking to you today are Rich Richardson & Mark Johnson Jr. Production by Heather Corbitt

This week we have part 2 of a 3 part interview where Rich and Mark continue speaking with Deborah Geesling, founder of P82 - Project Restoration. At P82,. they provide support for families affected by mental illness.

In this episode, we hear more about her son's story and learn this is common place for many all over the world - and this is not a good thing!

• Is this (schizophrenia) even real, or just a construct as some have said?
• What does the system have to offer people with severe mental illness?
• What role does the church play?
• How can we help our fellow brothers and sisters through such difficulties?

👉 Learn more about P82: p82homes.org

🎙️ Listen to Deborah’s podcast: deborahgeesling.substack.com

Our 100th episode is coming up and YOU'RE INVITED to the live recording! 📩 Register now: https://shorturl.at/K9ZQV

Please feel free to send email inquiries to [email protected]