The Connect Cast

The Pastors are back from T4G and excited to share what they experienced while they were there! Listen in as they recap their time at Together for the Gospel 2018. Make sure to check out t4g.org as well.

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The Pastors are exhausted! After an event-filled Easter weekend, everyone is worn out. We call this a Ministry Hangover. But as we see in scripture, we're not to allow the pomp and circumstance of holidays overshadow the reason for the celebration. Like the apostle Paul said that we must strain forward, we need to remember there is still work to be done. Who's got some Excedrin?

PJ is triggered; he read an article the other day that set him on edge. That is what led The Pastors to talk about Trigger Warnings. This is a highly-discussed topic in today's culture, and Christians are not exempt. So check your presuppositions and give this episode a listen.

The Sabbath... This topic has been the matter of many discussions and questions. Does it apply to our lives today? What are the implications of it?
The Pastors had a great time discussing this topic, so give it a listen.

Does Unconditional Love actually exist? In this listener-submitted topic, The Pastors tackle that question as well as what love looks like. Also, PC is infamous for the bellowing clearing of his throat. This becomes a tedious task for PJ when he edits the episodes. So, PJ decided to have a little fun with those edits...

This listener-submitted topic discusses how parents can show respect and love their children. The Bible has a wealth of wisdom when it comes to how the family system should operate. So whether you have boys, girls, or no kids at all, this episode would be a great one to check out.

Referenced in the podcast:
John Eldridge's "Wild At Heart: Discovering the Secret of a Man's Soul"
https://www.amazon.com/Wild-Heart-Revised-Updated-Discovering/dp/1400200393

This listener-submitted topic was a great one for The Pastors to talk about. If you're someone that has wondered how to deepen your study and grow in faith, then this is a great episode for you to tune in to.

Check out our website for more suggested resources...
http://connect-church.net/resources/#resources-1

The Pastors are back! After taking a brief hiatus during the holiday season, PC & PJ sat down to discuss lent. Over the next few weeks, many people will observe this time of reflection and self-denial. While denying yourself simple pleasures of life are well-intended, there are deeper implications for times of fasting.

The Pastors sit down to discuss this listener-submitted topic about hobbies. What are good hobbies? What are bad hobbies? Ultimately, does your hobby reflect the relationship you have with God, and does it glorify Him? If it does great! If not, it may be time to look for a new hobby. So grab your brushes, pipes, or whatever tool(s) you use and lets get to hobby-ing!

In this listener-submitted topic, The Pastors tackle the sensitive topic of mental afflictions. Often times, these issues are glazed-over as simple attitudes to 'get over' or things that can be immediately remedied by 'being positive.' However, these are most often symptoms of a hormonal or chemical imbalance; therefore, they need to be treated for what they are. If you are someone that is presently dealing with or has dealt with a mental malady, we want you to know that there is hope & help.

Show notes:
Scripture references - Psalm 34:17; Romans 7:15; James 1:17

Resources:
*National Institute of Mental Health* -
(https://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/find-help/index.shtml)
*Suicide Prevention Hotline* -
1-800-273-TALK (8255)