Join Michael, David and Chris as they wrap up and summarize their discussion about how we, as Christians, should think about Israel, particularly in light of the current Palestinian conflict. Are the Jews the chosen people of God? What right does ethnic Israel have to the land? Do they have a right to defend themselves from attack? Should we help Israel defend themselves?

Media Recommendations:

Competent to Counsel - book by Jay E. Adams

Amazing Grace in the Life of William Wilberforce - book by John Piper

What is New Covenant Theology? An Introduction - book by A. Blake White

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Join Michael, Chris, Andrew, David and Dillon as they talk about a very important topic: discipleship. How do we disciple other believers? Should we wait for someone to ask us specifically to disciple them? How can we prepare for such opportunities?

Media Recommendations:

The God Who Is There, Escape from Reason, & He Is There and He Is Not Silent - trilogy by Francis Schaeffer

Raising Trouble - video series with Toby Sumpter

Millionaire Next Door - book by Thomas J. Stanley & William D. Danko

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Join Michael, Chris, Andrew and Dillon as they work through a handful of questions rapid-fire: 

What does it mean to be apart of Christ's royal priesthood, under His headship as High Priest?  How does that reality affect our daily lives?

How does someone know when they're ready to be a pastor? How important is it to attend seminary and acquire a degree?

Why does the Bible record the same historical events multiple times?

Why did Jesus weep in John 11:35?

Why is Hebrews a part of the canon of Scripture?

Media Recommendations:

The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment - book by Jeremiah Burroughs

Collision - documentary about debate between Douglas Wilson and Christopher Hitchens

The Haunted Cosmos - podcast by Ben Garrett and Brian Sauvé

The Household and the War for the Cosmos - book by C.R. Wiley

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Join Michael, David, Chris, Andrew and Dillon as they continue their discussion on how we as Christians should think about the current conflict between Hamas and Israel.  This time they consider whether Christians should soon expect the Rapture when we see warring like this in Israel.

Media Recommendations:

The Olivet Discourse Made Easy - book by Kenneth L. Gentry

The Doctrine of the Lesser Magistrates - book by Matthew J. Trewhella

Useful Directions for Reading and Searching the Scriptures - thoughts by Thomas Boston

Epistle to the Philippians - letter by Polycarp

Consider your specialization in a market economy - wise words from Dillon

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Join Michael, David, Chris, Andrew and Dillon as they continue their discussion on how we as Christians should think about the current conflict between Hamas and Israel.  Specifically, they will be looking at how God's promises to Israel get fulfilled, and how the answer to that question affects our response to these current events.

Media Recommendations:

Saved by Grace - book by Herman Bavinck

A Theocratic Critique of Theonomy - podcast by James Jordan

Why I Am Still a Baptist - article by Robert Gonzales Jr.

Poetry by Rudyard Kipling

If you have questions you would like “Have You Not Read?” to tackle, please submit them at the link below:

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Join Michael, David, Chris, Andrew and Dillon as they continue their discussion on how we as Christians should think about the current conflict between Hamas and Israel.  Specifically, they will be looking at how God's promises to Abraham get fulfilled, and how the answer to that question affects our response to these current events.

Media Recommendations:

The Rise & Fall of Dispensationalism - book by Daniel G. Hummel

Abraham's Four Seeds - book by John G. Reisinger

Don't Quill the Messenger - podcast by Steven Sabel

If you have questions you would like “Have You Not Read?” to tackle, please submit them at the link below:

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Join Michael, David, Chris and Dillon as they consider how we as Christians should think about the current conflict between Hamas and Israel.  How does the Bible shape our response to these current events? 

Media Recommendations:

Cross to Crown Ministries - Youtube channel

Not Just a Soup Kitchen - book by Dr. David S. Apple

In My Place Condemned He Stood - book by J. I. Packer & Mark Dever

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Welcome back, it's Season 3! We took a long summer break, but it's time to get back into the swing of things, attempting to apply God's Word to all of life to the glory of Christ our King. 

Join Michael, David, Chris, Andrew and Dillon as they wrestle with a very serious topic: suicide.  What does the Bible have to say about it? How can be help those with suicidal thoughts to turn away from themselves and toward the Giver of Life?

Media Recommendations:

Spurgeon On the Christian Life: Alive in Christ - book by Michael Reeves

Lectures on Modernity: French Revolution - lecture by George Grant

Believer's Baptism: Sign of the New Covenant in Christ - book by Schreiner and Wright

Do Not Be True to Yourself: Countercultural Advice for the Rest of Your Life - book by Kevin DeYoung

Thoughts for Young Men - book by J.C. Ryle

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In this final episode of Season 2, join Michael, David, Chris and Dillon as they consider whether Christians can or should attend religious celebrations hosted by friends of a different faith, in this case, a bar mitzvah hosted by Messianic Jews.  Does attending such an event mean automatic endorsement of their beliefs?  How do you navigate the various matters of conscience in this situation?

Sticks, Stones, Sabbaths, and Sundays - book by Tray Tally

Piano music by Ludovico Einaudi

The Benefits of Providence - book by James S. Spiegel

The Haunted Cosmos - podcast by New Christendom Press

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Join Michael, David, Chris and Dillon as they ponder a concern that may sound odd to modern Western ears: "Are head coverings relevant today, or are they culturally specific to Corinth?"  How are we to understand the context of 1 Corinthians 11 and make the proper connections to Christ?

Chapel Library - ministry of Mount Zion Bible Church

The Message of Isaiah - commentary by Barry G. Webb

Conscience: What Is It, How to Train It, and Loving Those Who Differ - book by Andrew David Naselli & J.D. Crowley

How to Think About the Economy: A Primer - book by Per L. Bylund

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