The Lord made it clear in Micah. “He has shown you, O man, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you but to do justly, to love mercy, and to walk humbly with your God.” Yet how to love mercy tends to be a struggle for many congregations. So with Scott absent, Barry and Kyle share pastoral insights about this topic.

They begin by discussing the practice in their congregations regarding what is done when requests for help come. From there, the important role of the deacons is emphasized. Next, they follow with many ideas on how the congregation can and should be involved in meeting the needs both within and outside the congregation. Along the way, relevant Scriptures, historic practices, and important principles of mercy ministry are offered.

Here’s an episode highlighting both the theology and practice of mercy!

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As the parishioner is off chasing bad guys throughout the county, the pastor and professor make this episode one of 3GT – 1.  They dedicate this episode to the subject of what one could expect if he or she walked through the doors of a typical Reformed Presbyterian Church.

Kyle and then Barry describe their first experience and worshiping at an RPC church. One of them wanted to run out the door, while the other said it was love at first sight. From there, they discuss what one would experience if they worshiped in an RP congregation. The consistency of worship is highlighted, especially the attention given to the reading and preaching of God’s word. One of the most striking aspects of Reformed Presbyterian worship, that of acapella psalm singing, is addressed. They explain other features you may find in an RP church, including an emphasis on such things as diverse as RP worship being similar in other countries, lengthy prayers being made, children being included in the services, family conferences, and generational heritage. Some of the variations one might find at different RP congregations are spelled out as well.

Ever thought of attending an RP church? Use this “travel guide” episode to prepare yourself!

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On this episode of Three Guys Theologizing, a doctor is in the house! Yes, Dr. Matthew Everhard, Pastor of Gospel Fellowship PCA and RPTS Adjunct Professor, joins the guys once again and offers a prescription for what is ailing the evangelical church.

Matthew is on 3GT to explain the reason he published his newest book Worshiptainment: The Modern Church’s Golden Calf. He exposes the heavy reliance the modern evangelical church places on entertaining people in the sanctuary through drama, cinematic production, lights, concert-like music, etc. After highlighting some of the extreme examples, Matthew explains the regulative principle of worship the Protestant Reformation highlighted and how the church’s drift from Biblical worship is nothing short of idolatry. Modern worship has more in common with golden calf worship than many realize! From there, he and the guys discuss remedies for the current situation

You will want to give this episode a listen and then get your own copy of Worshiptainment!

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The guys establish the fact that the pastor would not record weekly without listeners, the parishioner would be glad to talk without even recording, and the professor is just happy to be here. Then, the 3GTers get down to the subject in hand. Does God judge the nations of the earth? And if so, why and how? 

The guys first give the biblical evidence for God’s judgment on the nations, particularly found in the Psalms and the Prophets. Scott then points that Americans certainly want the positive side of God‘s judgment, as politicians regularly ask for God to bless America. The guys go on to explain how the judgments of God unfold as nations turned away from Him. They discuss the particular corporate sins of nations that break covenant with God and how godless countries deny His granting of the nations to Christ as His worthy inheritance. The gents point out ways the church should be involved in calling the nations to “kiss the Son” as Psalm 2 declares.

As the political world swirls with discussion and intrigue, believers should look with eyes of faith and see how the Lord’s hand is at work. Give this episode of Three Guys Theologizing a listen to that end!

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With Scott leading the way, the guys devote this episode to the “one anothers” of Scripture. They first demonstrate how to apply the more negative ones, such as provoking one another. Then they address briefly the more common one anothers that are a bit easier to understand, such as love one another. But then they take on some of the difficult one anothers we find in the Bible.

For the epistles contain one another admonitions that are not easy to understand and apply. Such as? Confess your sins to one another. Forgive one another. Bear with one another. Admonish one another. The 3GTers discuss practical ways to create an environment in the church where these hard to apply one another’s can be accomplished. Ideas, such as leadership modeling, intense teaching that uses the command’s context, and a willingness to enter messy situations, are offered.

Like taking medicine for the body, the one anothers of Scripture must be applied lovingly in the proper measure. Tune in to this episode of Three Guys Theologizing for some helpful prescription instructions on how to do so!

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The blogosphere and podcast world seem to be discussing Christian Nationalism these days. Why, even 3GT got into the act not too long ago in this episode. Yet, what about focusing this issue down to a more local level? How about a discussion on Christian Municipalism? As the Three Guys of 3GT get back in the studio together, they are joined by a guest to help speak to this subject.

Martin Monteith is the new pastor of the Fulton Reformed Presbyterian Church in the small town of Fulton, NY. In the relatively short amount of time Martin has ministered there, he has become quite involved in his community. The providence of a marijuana dispensary’s opening led him into a friendship with a man who became mayor this year. In turn, through the influence of Martin and a few others, the mayor made a proclamation in August at the City Council meeting calling on the community to set aside September as a month for prayer and fasting. This proclamation, posted below, acknowledges the Triune God and the Lordship of Jesus Christ, calling the churches and people of Fulton to look to the Lord for healing and help. The story of how this occurred and the response in the community are fascinating to hear.

Often discussions about Christians and culture are done in grandiose and theoretical ways. Tune into this episode of 3GT and learn from a humble man how practically we can be salt and light where we live!

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After a late summer hiatus, the gents return to their favorite extracurricular activity to record new episodes of Three Guys Theologizing. Yet alas, the parishioner is still not available. However, undeterred, the pastor and professor decide to give listeners an update on the latest in their lives and ministry.

With Kyle manning the mic, he begins to pepper Barry with questions about his life and ministry. Along the way, we hear about his work as a prof, pastor, and even executor (read that last label carefully!). Then, turning the tables, Kyle catches us up on being a new father, watching his older son play football, his failure as a Ninja Warrior, and what life is like as he enters his twelfth year of ministry.

Remember, there are real people behind those 3GT mics. We hope you find this brief update encouraging and preparing you for more regular future episodes of Three Guys Theologizing!

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As the summer ends, the guys welcome a guest to this episode of Three Guys Theologizing. Pastor William “Bill” Boekestein of the Immanuel Fellowship Church (URC) in Kalamazoo, Michigan, joins them to discuss his latest book Finding My Vocation: A Guide for Young People Seeking a Calling.

The interview begins by Bill defining Biblically the idea of vocation. He explains how the Protestant Reformation helped recapture the sense of all of God’s people serving the Lord, not just the clergy. Bill then discusses with the 3GTers the theology of work and rest, and how they add to the sense of vocation. From there, Bill describes ways young people growing up in the church can prepare for their vocational calling, chief of which is growing in wisdom and character. Toward the end of the episode, questions about vocation such as “What if I hate my job?”, “Should I go to college?” and “What about the military?” are addressed.

As you will see if you listen, Bill’s pastoral heart and Biblical practicality shine through his voice and this book. Parents, teachers, and pastors should desire to put this volume into the hands of the youth in their homes and churches. Learn more about Finding My Vocation: A Guide for Young People Seeking a Calling, and listen carefully to learn how you can win a free copy!

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Scott’s back in the hosting seat after cruising with his beloved for their 25th, which he thoroughly enjoyed and so apologizes to Kyle for making fun of his cruise history. This leads the guys to discus the possibility of a 3GT cruise like other high profile ministries. Yet knowing the 3GT budget, they quickly get back to being content to record as usual. They then pick up on the latest internet kerfuffles regarding seminary education.

Scott asks the pastor and seminary president about the many objections raised about seminary training. They question whether seminary is necessary in this digital age, where vast theological resources are available online. The negative influence of seminaries growing liberal and distributing theological corruption is evidenced. Critics point out the high cost of seminary education (Carl Trueman’s Follow the Money and Barry’s response are referenced). Older men find it difficult to transplant their families for the years of seminary education. Other models of training are also mentioned as alternatives to the seminary.

With Scott firing away with these objections like the prosecuting attorney he is, the pastor and seminary president respond. A vigorous discussion ensues. While acknowledging that no model is perfect, Barry and Kyle give answers and add balance to the question of the importance of seminary education.

As all of God’s people are impacted by the ministers that feed and shepherd them, every believer should become knowledgeable to a degree about pastoral training. So tune in to this episode of Three Guys Theologizing to learn more about this important topic!

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The parishioner is off on the high seas, enjoying a silver anniversary cruise with his beloved. So the professor takes the opportunity to interview the pastor about his new book on Presbyterianism, Household of Faith.

Kyle, as one of the managing editors of Grassmarket Press, a series of books introducing theological and Christian living topics published by Crown & Covenant, explains the purpose of this series as he begins. From there, he shares how the opening chapters of his book describe the nature of the church, which leads to how Christ, as head of the church, wants the church to be governed.

As Kyle explains, our high school civics courses helped us learn what being a good citizen of a country means and how to participate in our government. Similarly, Christians, as citizens of heaven, need to know the importance of seeing the church operate according to Biblical directives and their call to be involved in and honor the courts of the church.

However, you will not find Kyle’s book – or this 3GT episode! – just dry lessons on Christian duty. Instead, you will have explained with Biblical insight and pastoral heart the beauty of how Christ rules over His people in the church.

So tune into this episode of Three Guys Theologizing and learn how you can enter to win a free copy of Household of Faith!

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