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Impact Nations Podcast episodes

February 16, 2022 5-43 The Final Confrontation (Matthew 23)
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Is God concerned about our tithing?

What the heck is a phylactery?

Does our silence put us at risk of being whitewashed tombs?

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1 hr 14 min
February 11, 2022 0-28 Spiritual Directors (Interview with Wayne and Sabrina MacQueen)
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This week Steve and Tim take a moment to sit down with old friends of Impact Nations. Wayne and Sabrina have become "spiritual directors" over the last seven years. We were so curious to learn how this differs from a christian counselor or the commonly known idea of "discipleship".

This week's episode is brought to you by the Beautiful Gospel Conference. Register today at www.beautifulgospelconference.com.

Wayne and Sabrina referenced several links throughout the discussion:

The Organization our school is connected with: www.sustainablefaith.com
Evangelical Spiritual Direction Association: https://www.graftedlife.org/spiritual-direction/esda

Books referred to:
Sacred Companions by David G. Benner https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Companions-Spiritual-Friendship-Direction/dp/083083270X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=JNOE685M0CZM&keywords=sacred+companions+by+david+benner&qid=1644173479&s=books&sprefix=sacred+comp%2Cstripbooks%2C206&sr=1-1

Delves into the idea that our souls long for accompaniment, intimacy and friendship. Introduces you to the riches of spiritual friendship and direction.

Forming the Leader's Soul - Morris Dirks https://www.amazon.com/Forming-Leaders-Soul-Invitation-Spiritual/dp/061586709X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3M68215USBKTS&keywords=forming+the+leaders+soul&qid=1644173643&sprefix=forming+the+lead%2Caps%2C75&sr=8-1

Many Christian leaders are finding the nature of ministry to be unsustainable in today’s culture, and are searching for help. They realize their initial enthusiasm and ministry training are simply not enough to reach the finish line.

Sacred Rhythms - Ruth Haley Barton https://www.amazon.com/Sacred-Rhythms-Arranging-Spiritual-Transformation/dp/0830833331/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28WCMWJA80JEV&keywords=sacred+rhythms+ruth+haley+barton&qid=1644174119&s=books&sprefix=Sacred+rh%2Cstripbooks%2C114&sr=1-1
1 hr 6 min
February 04, 2022 5-42 Four Questions (Matthew 22)
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Welcome to the Impact Nations Podcast, episode 5-42, “Four Questions”. What is Christian nationalism and why is it dangerous? Is there a healthy way to engage in politics? Are we going to heaven when we die? There are loads of questions this week, including a question from Jesus. Here we go with the conclusion of Matthew chapter 22.

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1 hr 22 min
January 28, 2022 5-41 All the Rows of the Vineyard (Matthew 21 & 22)
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Are we putting our faith in the wrong things?

Why are so many people leaving the western church?

Is it possible to have too many nice people in the church?

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1 hr 12 min
January 21, 2022 5-40 Living Parables (Matthew 21)
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As Steve takes us through the first half of Matthew chapter 21, he gives us a fresh perspective on some well known parables.

How do you read the Old Testament through the lense of Christ?

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1 hr 7 min
January 14, 2022 5-39 Irreducible Difference (Matthew 20)
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This week, Steve looks at the parable of the workers.

How is the call of God on our lives an example of God's Compassion.

You will be amazed by Matthew's use of language as he makes a difficult comparison for us to consider.

What are signs that we have become slaves to how others view us?
1 hr 5 min
January 07, 2022 5-38 A Convenient Fiction (Matthew 19)
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This week Steve asks more questions than he answers as he examines Jesus' stance on divorce and how to get to heaven.

Steve mentions Walter Bruggeman's commentary on Genesis which can be found here.
56 min
December 31, 2021 Live with Special Guests
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This week is a week off for the regular Matthew series so we decided to share a podcast recorded by our friends and board members in Australia. Their stories and experiences (and accents) make for a great time!
49 min
December 24, 2021 The Divine Breaks Through (Nativity Day 5)
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As angels enter the nativity Story, Steve discusses the implications of the Divine breaking into our world.
8 min
December 23, 2021 Sacred Spaces and Pursuing Jesus (Nativity Day 4)
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Steve spends a few minutes today looking into what makes a space sacred. He also considers what it means to pursue Jesus.
13 min