Small Town Theologian

We have been told to focus on the family, but we should really focus on Christ. More than focusing on the family, we need focus in the family. Listen in for three things that will give your family focus. With eyes on Christ, these three things will greatly help your family. Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast with a friend and head to smalltowntheologian.org to read the podcast and check out Jonathan's book Predestined for Joy. 

The United States is becoming more hostile to Christians. There is no better time to be a gospel witness in our culture. We must shine the light of Christ in culture. Let us do this faithfully together. Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast with a friend and head to smalltowntheologian.org to read the podcast and check out Jonathan's book Predestined for Joy. 

While the Pharisees were legalistic and therefore profaned the Sabbath, Christians today are often libertine when it comes to the Sabbath. Have you carefully thought about how God intends to bless you on the Sabbath and how you can best receive His blessings? It will profit us much to observe the Sabbath in ways that God is pleased with. Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast with a friend and head to smalltowntheologian.org to read the podcast and check out Jonathan's book Predestined for Joy. 

Our daily existence is evidence of God's activity in our lives. We are not self-existent creatures. We exist because God wills us to exist. And the more aware we are of this throughout our daily activities, the more aware we are of God's presence and goodness in our lives. The sovereignty of God must lead us into gratitude. Please SUBSCRIBE and SHARE this podcast with a friend and head to smalltowntheologian.org to read the podcast and check out Jonathan's book Predestined for Joy.

Presidential elections can be nerve-wracking. But if we focus our attention on the sovereignty of God in elections, we can find deep comfort, hope, and confidence in our heavenly Father. Please subscribe and share this podcast with a friend and head to smalltowntheologian.org to read the podcast and check out Jonathan's book Predestined for Joy.

If life is going well for you, do you know what you need to know to be as happy as can be? When you are on your deathbed, will you know what you need to know to die happily? Tune in to make sure. Please subscribe and share this podcast with a friend and head to smalltowntheologian.org to read the podcast and check out Jonathan's book Predestined for Joy.

Be sure to listen to Part 1. God's providence is a comforting truth that can help you through immense pain and suffering. God's providence protects us against losing heart. Within the doctrine of providence are your security and safety. Please subscribe and share this podcast with a friend and head to smalltowntheologian.org to read the podcast and check out Jonathan's book Predestined for Joy.

What do dead birds have to do with our comfort in life and death? Tune in to hear this important connection. Also, please share the podcast with a friend and head to smalltowntheologian.org to read the podcast.

Do you respect your pastor? You should, and I hope you do, however, you should not put him on a pedestal. You shouldn't idolize him. He is a human being who struggles against his sinful flesh, the Devil, and the world, just like you. Pray for your pastor. Encourage him. Six points from J. C. Ryle help you think this through. Please subscribe and share the podcast with a friend and head to smalltowntheologian.org to read the podcast.

Would you describe the Holy Spirit as a “funny and sneaky and silly blue genie” like the one in Aladdin? I hope not. The Holy Spirit is very misunderstood today. Many professing Christians miss the subtle, yet powerful ways the Holy Spirit of Jesus serves them. You can benefit more from the Holy Spirit's active role in your life. Please share the podcast with a friend and head to smalltowntheologian.org to read the podcast.