Should infants be baptized or should baptism be reserved only for those old enough to express a personal faith? Listen in as the guys engage in some friendly debate, Gary for the Presbyterian view and Nate and Duane for the baptist view.

Christians are called to share their faith but many struggle in this area. Listen in and be encouraged as the guys share and discuss lessons they have learned through their own personal evangelism.

Everyone wants to see the church they attend or pastor experience growth. When it comes to church growth do our methods and our message matter? Join the guys as they discuss the problems with modern church growth methods.

What should we look for in a candidate? Should pastors formally endorse someone running for office? The guys get practical in today’s podcast by continuing the conversation of poltics (and potentially nominating Gary for president).

Republican vs Democrat. Conservative vs Liberal. Politics have always been a contentious issue within the life of the church. Join the guys as they discuss the role of politics from a biblical perspective. Gary may even endorse his favorite candidate!

Few topics create more conflict and controversy within the church today than music.  Traditional or Contemporary?  Hymns or worship songs?  Does it really matter what we sing in church and how we sing it?  Listen in as the guys enjoy some pie and discuss church music.

This week is holy week for Christians who will commemorate the death of Jesus on good Friday and celebrate his resurrection on Sunday.  Listen in while the group discusses why the events of this week are central to the Christian faith and what implications they have for daily living.

Is the meaning of the Bible up to the reader? Can a passage mean something to you and something different to me? Listen in as the group discusses how to read, understand and apply the Scriptures.

The Taking Thoughts Podcast crew were having lunch at a festive Mexican restaurant when the conversation turned to “the Christian and alcohol”

Why does God allow suffering? Every Christian has pondered this question at some point. In this episode the panel discusses the difficult reality of human suffering and what, if any, role it might play in the plans and purpose of God.