Pick Up the Mike

In this episode of Pick Up the Mic, Mike and Will tackle the misconception that God the Father is the "bad cop" while Jesus is the "good cop," providing numerous examples of Jesus's stern warnings in the New Testament. They dive deep into Colossians 2:9-10, exploring how "all the fullness of deity dwells" in Christ and what that means for today's church. After some nostalgic discussion about Ted Nugent, vinyl records, and the transformation of music distribution, they connect these cultural changes to how the internet is reshaping religious discourse worldwide.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - 7:55: Intro7:55 - 27:45: Topics from Previous Sermons 27:45 - 53:05: Bible Study 53:05 - 1:14:09: Cultural Commentary1:14:09 - 1:31:28: Ask the Pastor

Mike and Will begin with a passionate discussion about world religions, arguing that Christianity uniquely welcomes debate and challenges while other major religions show "cowardice" by silencing opposition. They then dive into a Bible study of Colossians 2, working through Paul's complex language about being rooted in Christ and the challenges of understanding his dense writing style. The final segment examines the global "childlessness epidemic," where they analyze declining birth rates worldwide and argue that the trend stems not primarily from economic factors but from theological and moral shifts. They critique modern priorities that place career and education above family formation, advocating for a return to biblical values of marriage and childbearing as central to human flourishing.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - Discussion on World Religions and Courage/Cowardice42:43 - Bible Study Colossians 253:05 - Cultural Commentary on the "Childlessness Epidemic"

In this episode of Pick Up the Mic, Mike and Will dive into the complexities of Calvinist theology, breaking down the TULIP acronym while sharing personal perspectives on God's sovereignty and human choice. They then explore 2 Corinthians 11, examining Paul's use of marriage metaphors to describe his relationship with the church. The episode concludes with an extensive analysis of JD Vance's controversial Munich Security Conference speech, where they discuss how the evolution of media—from printing press to internet—has transformed information sharing.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:

0:00 - Theology Discussion

43:35 - Bible Study

56:04 - Cultural Commentary

In this week's episode, Campus Pastor Vince shares his journey from homeschooled youth to his current role at Harvest's Natrona Heights campus. The conversation then explores Biblical perspectives on strong language in preaching, and concludes with a discussion about the distinctions between pastoral offices and church duties.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - Meet Pastor Vince41:35 - Topics from Previous Sermon1:04:00 - Ask the Pastor Question

In this week's episode, Mike and Will explore recent sermons on prayer and share personal insights from their community groups about trusting God's fatherly character. Their Bible study of Luke 11 examines Jesus's confrontations with religious leaders and His rebuke of hypocrisy. The episode concludes with a cultural commentary on how social media and alternative news sources are reshaping public discourse across English-speaking nations, discussing how Christians can navigate these changing times.

Join Pick Up the Mike as guest Brian Hodel shares his journey from financial stress to freedom through biblical money management. This candid conversation with Pastor Mike Greiner and Will Land cuts through typical financial advice to explore how trust, generosity, and faith can transform your relationship with money, offering wisdom for both the financially secure and those struggling to make ends meet.Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episodeWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions

In this week's episode Mike and Will discuss "What is clergy?" as well as dive into Luke 11, and talk about the biblical implications of a certain chocolate factory.

In this powerful episode of Pick Up the Mike, we sit down with Dan Barker, a Vietnam veteran and long-time member of Harvest Church. Dan shares his remarkable journey from serving with The Walking Dead regiment in Vietnam to finding renewed faith and purpose. Through candid stories of combat miracles, PTSD, and personal transformation, Dan demonstrates how God's faithfulness carried him through life's darkest moments. His testimony of unwavering faith, even in recent heartbreak, offers profound encouragement for anyone facing trials

In this week's episode, Mike and Will delve into Jesus's teachings about receiving children and the deeper implications of ministry, examining Luke 9:47 and continuing through Luke 10's account of the seventy disciples. The conversation then shifts to a comprehensive analysis of recent cultural shifts, examining how alternative media platforms are reshaping political discourse and information sharing, with specific focus on surprising coalition formations and changing voter demographics. They conclude by addressing border policy and immigration enforcement, discussing the balance between Christian compassion and the importance of law and order.