Life at the Corner

Responding to a question that he has received many times, Pastor Nate begins a two-part series on the topic of burial, cremation, and what to do at the end of this earthly life. Before we are able to properly address the thorny practical matters of this topic, Pastor Nate begins by laying the theological foundations, drawing from Scripture as well as from the Westminster Shorter Catechism question 37.

How do we apply our faith as we engage with news and ideas of all kinds? Pastor Nate seeks to do that today as he finds himself at the intersection of life and faith. Listen in as he briefly reflects on three very different subjects: the passing of Lou Holtz, the practice of reading, and the proposed genetic causes of sin.

This week, Pastor Nate speaks to the spiritual discipline of journaling and how it has benefited him in his spiritual life. We get into seven reasons that journaling can be an effective tool for communing with the Lord and deepening your own prayer and bible reading.

How does God use suffering in our lives? How do we make sense of the ups and downs in our own trials? Today Pastor Nate interviews Jason Helopoulos, a member of his "band of brothers." Join us as they explore those very questions and how Rev. Helopoulos' has answered them in his battle with cancer.

Show Notes:

Jason Helopoulos is a pastor of University Reformed Church

Ben Sasse's letter

Christopher Ash Psalms commentary

In our first episode of 2026, Nate reflects on five of his favorite Christian literature/theology reads from last year.

Recommended books:

Who Shall Ascend the Mountain of the Lord by Dr. Michael Morales

The Lord of Psalm 23 by David Gibson

One With the Lord by Sam Allbery

Grounded in Heaven by Michael Allen

The Mystery of God's Providence by John Flavel

Other books mentioned:

The Whole Christ by Sinclair Fergusson

Remembering Heaven: Meditations on the World to Come for Life in the Meantime by Matthew McCullough

Heaven on Earth: What the Bible Teaches Us about the Life to Come by Derek Thomas

Today, Pastor Nate goes to the mail bag and answers a question from a listener about church discipline. In today's episode, you'll learn what church discipline is, how it works, and why it's important.

Pastor Nate meditates on the history of Psalm 136 and its use by the people of Israel all the way up through the night of Jesus' capture and interrogation.

In light of the anniversary of the Protestant Reformation, Pastor Nate takes time to explore lessons from the history of the Reformation, focusing especially on the man God used to spark the Reformation, Martin Luther.

Today, Pastor Nate finishes this short series on friendship, speaking on the characteristics of true friendship and how it surpasses mere companionship.

Today, Pastor Nate distinguishes between companionship and friendship and talks about the necessity of having real friends. Having many acquaintances doesn't necessarily mean you have the kind of deep friendship that the Bible recommends so highly. Join us for Part 1 of this two-part series on friendship.