Individual Soul Liberty is the soil that must be protected and fertilized if any authentic relationship with God can grow. In this episode Pastor Jack and Pastor Jonathan describe what it is, and the different ways that many Christians unintentionally compromise, and weaken their faith by misunderstanding this essential Baptist distinctive. 

In this episode, Pastor Jack and Pastor Jonathan discuss the calling, access, and expectation’s God has for every believer. What is a Christian? What is our mission? Why does it Matter?

Autonomy (independence) matters in every area of our lives, personal, civic, and business. Autonomy is also an absolutely crucial ingredient for Christ’s church. In this episode Pastor Jack and Pastor Jonathan discuss the Baptist Distinctive of the Autonomy of the Local Church. It’s Biblical basis, the history of autonomy, and why it should matter to individual Christians.

In this episode of the Pastoral Thoughts Podcast, Pastor Jack is joined by Dr. Chuck Harding of Mission To America for a timely and thoughtful conversation. Together, they explore the often-overlooked influence of Baptists in the founding of America—particularly their convictions regarding religious liberty, local church autonomy, and freedom of conscience.

The discussion then turns to present-day realities, addressing the turmoil unfolding in Minnesota and what it reveals about the spiritual, cultural, and moral challenges facing our nation. From historical foundations to contemporary unrest, this episode calls listeners to think biblically, remember our heritage, and respond faithfully in uncertain times.

Welcome to The Expound Sessions, a special teaching series recorded live at the Expound Conference. Each session is designed to sharpen preachers, strengthen churches, and deepen your confidence in the Word of God..🔹 Upcoming Event — Expound Conference 2026Make plans to join us April 13–14, 2026 at Lighthouse Bible Baptist Church in Webster, NY.We’ll gather Monday at 7 PM, then Tuesday from 9 AM–2 PM, and again Tuesday at 7 PM—8 sessions in all.Registration is only $30, which includes meals, books, and conference materials.👉 Register today at lbbc.info

In this episode of the Pastoral Thoughts Podcast, Pastor Jack sits down with Rob Gassman for a thoughtful and Scripture-centered conversation on the relationship between Israel and the Church.

Together, we explore the miracle of the Jewish people, the biblical covenants God made with Israel, and why Scripture presents Israel and the Church as distinct yet divinely connected parts of God’s redemptive plan. We also address common misunderstandings surrounding replacement theology and consider the prophetic future of Israel as revealed in the Word of God.

This episode is designed to help believers think biblically, carefully, and reverently about God’s faithfulness to His promises—and how that faithfulness strengthens our confidence in Him today.

Welcome to The Expound Sessions, a special teaching series recorded live at the Expound Conference. Each session is designed to sharpen preachers, strengthen churches, and deepen your confidence in the Word of God..🔹 Upcoming Event — Expound Conference 2026Make plans to join us April 13–14, 2026 at Lighthouse Bible Baptist Church in Webster, NY.We’ll gather Monday at 7 PM, then Tuesday from 9 AM–2 PM, and again Tuesday at 7 PM—8 sessions in all.Registration is only $30, which includes meals, books, and conference materials.👉 Register today at lbbc.info

Who calls the shots in your church? Who calls the shots in your life? Many Christians claim that the Bible is their sole authority, but is that what we practice?

In this episode, Pastor Jack Young, and Pastor Jonathan Mager describe the ways we can claim the Bible as authority but live with other authorities corporately and as individuals. This episode aims to help us sharpen our focus on and submission to the Bible as our Sole Authority.

Welcome to The Expound Sessions, a special teaching series recorded live at the Expound Conference. Each session is designed to sharpen preachers, strengthen churches, and deepen your confidence in the Word of God..🔹 Upcoming Event — Expound Conference 2026Make plans to join us April 13–14, 2026 at Lighthouse Bible Baptist Church in Webster, NY.We’ll gather Monday at 7 PM, then Tuesday from 9 AM–2 PM, and again Tuesday at 7 PM—8 sessions in all.Registration is only $30, which includes meals, books, and conference materials.👉 Register today at lbbc.info

How do we go from reading the Bible, to having a clear understanding of truth and the church?

In this episode, Pastor Jack Young and Pastor Jonathan Mager explain the rules for Biblical interpretation, how to understand difficult texts, and how to go from Bible reader, to confident, obedient Christian. Truth can be known, Truth must be tested, obedience is possible.