Keystone Conversations

What is premillennialism? Pastor Brent and Pastor Randy talk about the first of the three primary views of the Last Things. They give an overview of premillennialism, dive in to the differences between historic and dispensational premillennialism, and end with hopeful reminders we all can agree with.

Video Podcast Link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YvNJOve4aRo

We’re kicking off a new, 4-part series on eschatology, or the “last things.” In this episode, Pastor Brent and Pastor Randy introduce what eschatology is, why it’s important to talk about, and some key terms to know for the rest of this series. Studying the end times can be confusing, and there are varying views on it, but we should always view it with hope and a willingness to trust God. Listen to this introduction to eschatology and stay tuned for the rest of the series in the coming weeks.

In this episode, Pastor Brent talks with Dr. Mark Mayfield, who is the assistant professor of counseling at Colorado Christian University and also an author, speaker, leadership coach, and counselor. A couple months ago, he came and taught an Equipping session on creating a culture of mental, spiritual, and emotional health. Now, they dive more in-depth into the topic and give practical and insightful tips on feelings, emotions, and how parents can help their children navigate through them and continue to raise them to Know & Follow Jesus.

Resources: https://keystonelife.com/connection-groups/care

For some of us, communion is a normal part of church service. For others, it can be confusing. Pastor Randy and Pastor Brent break it all down, explain the Scriptural basis, and what Keystone Church believes about communion. They also answer some common questions about communion, including:

• Why do we take communion on Sundays?
• What is it exactly?
• Who should take communion?
• How should we approach communion?
• Are there moments when you should let the communion plate pass by?

What is baptism all about? We look back and celebrate the baptisms that took place last Sunday, as people of all ages took their next step of obedience to Jesus. But we also get back to the basics and discuss:

• How should you be baptized?
• When should you be baptized?
• Why should you be baptized?
• What does Keystone believe about baptism?

If you’re a follower of Jesus and have not yet been baptized, we invite you to take this step of obedience to Christ.
For more info, visit keystonelife.com/baptism.

Following our Sermon on Parenting in our Not Your Own Series, Pastor Brent and Sr Director of Family Ministries, Erin Carlson sit down to discuss practical ways to ensure you are spending your time on the biblical responsibilities of parents. 

Podcast Notes

Resources Mentioned to be Included

• Know & Follow Library - Parenting
• Not Your Own - Parenting

In 2025, we're planting a church in....(listen to find out)! Pastor Brent and church planter Matt Mabry talk about our 2025 church plant location, why this location was chosen, and the unique opportunities this campus and city offers to share the Gospel.

Join us in praying for Matt & Rachel Mabry and the 2025 church plant. If you feel like God is stirring in your heart to go, you can fill out the church plant interest form at keystonelife.com/churchplant.

Resources:

• Podcast Episode: Introducing Matt Mabry - https://share.transistor.fm/s/c2afbc6b

In this episode, Pastor Brent talks with Betty Baker, Keystone's Outreach Coordinator. Listen for an update on the exciting things that Keystone is doing to partner with local organizations that care for children in foster care, those going through adoptions, and also those caring for the vulnerable in our community.

As part of this Keystone Conversations episode, we will have a chance to listen to a Keystone Stories episode. In this podcast episode, Jeremy and Karen Kuhns share about their ongoing journey with foster care. Over the years, they’ve had several foster care children live with them, with the goal of reuniting them with their family. Hear them explain how they’ve relied on God through it, and how they’ve navigated the highs and lows of foster care.

Resources: 

• Keystone Stories Website: https://keystonelife.com/stories/
• Keystone Stories Podcasts: https://keystone-stories.transistor.fm/
• Keystone Outreach: https://keystonelife.com/outreach/

In this episode, Pastor Brent and Pastor Randy talk with Pastor Daniel Nemmers, lead pastor at Salt Church in Bloomington/Normal, Illinois - the second church plant of Keystone Church. In this episode, we learn about the great blessings and difficult times the church has navigated since opening its doors in 2022 including how we can best support and pray for our brothers and sisters of Salt Church.

In this episode, Pastor Brent and Pastor Randy provide additional insights surrounding a recent sermon in our You Are Not Your Own series focusing on the Christian and government. In addition to expanding on some key sermon points, the pastors dig deeper into questions about civil disobedience, cross-cultural realities and the role of ‘hot topics’.

Resources: Keystone Sermon - Not Your Own: Government