Jonathan and Sam tackle everything Easter from dating, timing, history, practices, and much more in the weeds content about our central Holy Day. Ever wondered about lunar calendars, computation, or pagan practices? What’s up with bunnies, eggs, and fancy clothes? Well in this mega episode we try hit it all. 

In this episode we get a glimpse into the prayer life of Pastor John Eubanks and Elder John  Norman, as well as how to cultivate a prayer practice. We also talk about the the 24/7 Prayer Room in Downtown Moultrie, GA. 

To sign up for the 24/7 Prayer Room in Moultrie, GA use this link: https://pray.24-7prayer.com/prayer-rooms/18209

In this episode, Sam, Steve, Andrea, and Jonathan discuss the strengths and weaknesses of biblical and systematic theology.  These two approaches might not be opposing, but most lean towards one approach or the other. We hope you enjoy. 

In this episode, Jonathan and Sam have a broad discussion about the attributes of God. This is a broad and deep topic, so we try to cover some guiding ideas on how to approach this or these topics. If the attributes of God are the revealed character and nature of God, then we wanted to take a look at some biblical characters that experienced a less mediated encounter with God— in other words, they saw God in a vision, in his glory, in his throne room, etc.  

These are the passages we reference:
Genesis 17
Joshua 5
1 Kings 18
Isaiah 6
Ezekiel 1-2
Acts 9
Revelation 1

This week we wrap up our three week series on Advent. Sam, Jonathan, and Pastor Steve discuss the theological themes of Advent, including but not limited to Light/Dark, waiting well, parousia, and many more. Join in the discussion by leaving a comment, or better yet, talking to us in person at Friendship Alliance Church in Moultrie, GA. 

In this episode Sam and Jonathan are joined by Pastor Steve Scarrow to discuss Advent practices in the wider Church context, the context of Friendship Alliance Moultrie, GA, as well as practices at home. 

Friendship Alliance Advent devotional: https://friendshipalliancemoultrie.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/24-ALLIANCE-Advent-Devotional_DIGITALUSE.pdf

Bible Project Advent  Series: https://bibleproject.com/explore/category/advent-series/

In this episode, Jonathan Brown and Sam Baker discuss the origins of Advent and the Liturgical Calendar.  We are not sure what to name the series. Tell us whether you like “Following Along” or “As we are Going”. 

For a good read on the dating of Christmas check out: https://www.biblicalarchaeology.org/daily/people-cultures-in-the-bible/jesus-historical-jesus/how-december-25-became-christmas/

For and overview of Advent: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Advent

Overview of Liturgical Calendar: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liturgical_year

This week, Steve, Andrea, and Sam have a friendly conversation about the end times— eschatology.  We discuss dispensationalism, rapture, and millennial views and try to come to some common understandings. 

This week, Pastor Steve, Andrea, and Sam discuss the views of creation based on Genesis. Is there room for science? What are the different views? All of this and more!

Mentioned in this episode:

Biologos

How Not to Read the Bible

The Lost World of Genesis One

Have you ever been accused of not “believing” in Biblical Inerrancy? Maybe you have thought this about someone else. What is it anyway? How does one violate inerrancy? This wee Steve, Andrea, and Sam attempt to navigate some of the issues.

Andrea recommends Winsome Conviction: Disagreeing Without Dividing the Church