Whitestone Podcast

Jesus once told His disciples who were unsuccessful at fishing in their excursion to cast their nets in a different place—and their nets became very full. And He told His believing disciples to go global in their endeavors of being “fishers of men.” How about that? So, is your church growing in numbers? And is your church helping other churches get planted and grow elsewhere around the world? Join Kevin as we talk about expanding the net and engaging God’s related key measure. // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

Hey, would Jesus Himself be a respected member of many churches today? Or do many churches “cut Jesus down to size,” limiting what He does in their lives? And what about you? Do you perhaps harbor unbelief about what God is willing or able to do in your life? Join Kevin as we examine look at how even and especially Christians often tend to limit God! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

God’s message in Jeremiah 7 was that, throughout history, Israel did not listen to Him or incline their ear…they did not obey the voice of the Lord their God.” So, what do you think God’s testimony is for the Church for the centuries since the Cross? What about your local church? What about you? Join Kevin as we take a dive into the topic of God’s business and being in the things of the Lord! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

Dr. Luke wove the stories of two cities named Antioch in his New Testament narrative. But each church chose a different response to God’s compelling structure for the spread of the Gospel worldwide. Just what postures did these two churches take and what lessons do they give us in our churches today? Get ready to be challenged as we take a look at the tale of two Antiochs! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

So, what’s your supply chain of learning? Is it accurate, reliable, and trustworthy? Who are your key teachers, mentors, disciplers? Is your supply chain of learning functioning at the top 10%? 5%? Jesus taught that the Holy Spirit teaches all things—do your approaches reflect that teaching by Christ? join Kevin as we dive into the big question of this episode: what’s your crucial supply chain of learning? // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

When He spoke to the issue of hardened religionists, Jesus had a very impactful message for multiple parties at the same time in Matthew 23. But what’s really interesting is how highly applicable that is in the Christianity of today! Be prepared to be challenged as we take a penetrating look at the willful blindness of hardened religionists! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

How about those intergenerational Smith family members hanging around and impacting the Memphis area for about a century, including Fred Smith, the founder of FedEx? What is it about such impact across generations—is it about interests, passions, or aptitudes…or all three? Join Kevin as we take a glimpse at the Smiths of Memphis and ponder the way their hands were played—and consider our own approaches afresh! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

Scientists position a clear theory of disorder in the universe. But what does the Bible teach us about disorder and God-restoring order? Have you responded to God’s offer to be born-again? Is your church where your hope resides? Join Kevin as we dive into the pervasive topic of disorder and the destiny of human-led institutions! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

Artificial intelligence is here to both disrupt and enhance our lives! Already, many of us are using “commonplace-usage” AI, you know, like getting onto a search engine with a query and getting an AI answer? The promise of commonplace-usage AI is huge…but so is the peril! Join Kevin as we discuss frame up some issues of commonplace-usage AI, especially for the serious believer! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.

Many Bible-readers over the centuries have worked diligently to anchor to the Ten Commandments outlined in the Mosaic Law as the path to limit sin in their lives. But that isn’t what the Bible teaches! Romans 5:20 teaches us that the Mosaic Law actually increases sin! So, what is God’s path for Christians to take in their everyday life full of different choices to make? Join Kevin as we examine the startling path that bears the fruits that actually work to crowd out sin! // Download this episode's Application & Action questions and PDF transcript at whitestone.org.