Maynardville Fellowship Podcast

Zechariah informs much of our current political discourse. See what this text teaches about the role and importance of modern Israel in our political future. 

How is the use of unleavened bread for communion rooted in the Old Testament tradition? Does it matter if unleavened bread is used? Are individual ‘wafers’ okay for communion, or is symbolism lost by not using a ‘loaf’? How important is it ti maintain the purity of symbols? Is communion a time of celebration or introspection and mournful solemnity? Listen as the elders discuss these, and other questions, related to the symbolism of the communion bread.

Zechariah’s oracle continues with the anticipated righteous King taking in the role of the Good Shepherd who judges the bad shepherds, and unites, expands, and defends his flock. 

Does something mystical take place when Christians take communion, or is it just a symbolic remembrance? What does wine symbolize in communion? Why have we, and many churches, used grape juice instead of actual wine? When did that start? Is it okay? Listen as the elders discuss these, and other questions, related to the symbolism of wine in communion.

What type of king was promised to post-exilic Israel? How would he be different from the kings that came before him? In this passage Zechariah captures the mind as he foretells of the coming King and the extent of His glory and reign. 

What is the meaning and purpose of communion? Who can partake of the table? What is a person professing when they partake? Should you ever refrain from taking of the table because you feel unworthy that Lord’s Day? And can a person take communion at home, or at some other event outside the church? Listen as the elder’s of Maynardville Fellowship collaborate to answer these questions and others in a panel discussion format.

God didn’t just keep his promise to judge the enemies of Israel after they returned from exile, but he told them exactly how he would do it. Not only does this passage show how God would judge his enemies, but it also demonstrates his attributes that his people should follow.

What is an elder? Is it different from a pastor? What is the difference between a church that is elder led and elder ruled? Which is Maynardville Fellowship? And what is the extent of a pastor’s authority, and what can a congregant do if they feel a pastor has disqualified himself from the ministry? Listen as the elder’s of Maynardville Fellowship collaborate to answer these questions and others in our first Wednesday night panel discussion.

Do we live in a time of defeat and retreat, or do we live in a time of victory and dominion? If Christ has declared victory then it would be inappropriate for his people to live in defeat. It is necessary for the people of God to understand what time it is and to live accordingly.

Do you ever find yourself withdrawing from fellowship? Neglecting your duty to make disciples and encourage your brothers in the Lord? Perhaps you are may even be hiding in plain sight, avoiding spiritual conversations like the plague. What causes us to get in such a state? Listen as Pastor Matt explains how such withdrawal is due to a lack of gratitude for your fellow believers, and points out four ways the Apostle Paul cultivated continual gratitude for all believers.