East Memorial Student Podcast
by East Memorial Baptist Church
This podcast is the central hub for all audio publications from the Student Ministry of East Memorial Baptist Church. Our Pastor of Students and Discipleship, Mathew Wronski, teaches students directly from God's Word, covering books of the Bible as well as various theological and practical topics.
Episodes
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Colossians 2:6-7
If Paul could walk into our youth group today, what might be the first command he would give? In Colossians 2:6-7, Paul gives his first command to the Colossians—and it is clear: if you’ve received Christ, then walk in Him. In this episode, we explore four marks of walking in Christ—being rooted,...
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Colossians 1:28-2:5
What really drives a faithful pastor? For the Apostle Paul, it wasn’t money or influence. He longed for every believer to grow in maturity, find encouragement in Christ, and stand firm with unshakable stability of faith. This episode unpacks Paul’s vision and why these same goals should shape our...
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Colossians 1:25-27
Having previously discussed his "ministry of suffering" in the preceding verses, the Apostle Paul will now discuss his "ministry of mystery" in verses 25-27. The mystery involved in Paul's preaching, once understood, has significant implications for Christians, especially those who are not Jewish...
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Colossians 1:24
Starting in verse 24, the Apostle Paul, under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, begins to outline his ministry and concern on behalf of the Colossians and all other believers. In this message, Pastor Mathew will explain Paul's ministry of suffering and its benefits. Main Passages: Colossians...
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Colossians 1:21-23
Becoming a Christian is like being drafted into a new life and identity. In these verses of Colossians 1, Paul outlines three things that define a person before they become a Christian and three things that define a person after they become a Christian. In the middle of that transition is the...
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Colossians 1:18-20
In verses 18-20, Jesus remains the main subject. These verses give Jesus three titles, serving one purpose, and being supported by two reasons. Listen as we continue our study of this letter to the Colossians. Main Passages: Colossians 1:18-20; John 10:11-16, 27-28; Revelation 1:17-18; John...
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Colossians 1:15-17
Who is Jesus Christ? What is the power of Jesus and why does it matter? What is the purpose of our life and the key to spiritual victory? Listen as Pastor Mathew answers these questions in his exposition of verses 15-17. Main Passages: Colossians 1:15-17; Hebrews 1:1-3 East Memorial Student...
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Colossians 1:13-14
Having expressed his continuous thanking and praying to God the Father, the Apostle Paul now describes two actions that the Father accomplishes in the Christian's salvation, followed by one critical truth. Listen as Mathew exposits these two verses. Main Passages: Colossians 1:13-14; James…
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Colossians 1:9-12
Knowledge is the practical foundation of the Christian life. In the verses covered in this message, the Apostle prays that the Colossians would be filled with divine knowledge that will lead to a Christ-honoring lifestyle. Paul then outlines four ways this kind of lifestyle is demonstrated. For...
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Colossians 1:3-8
Do we give God the Father enough credit for spiritual success in our lives and the lives of others? In Colossians 1:3-8, the Apostle Paul writes about giving thanks to God the Father for the spiritual fruit reported among the Colossian believers. Main Passages: Colossians 1:3-8; John 13:34-35;...
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Colossians 1:1-2 (Greeting)
Diving into the text of this letter, Mathew exposits the greeting of the Letter to the Colossians. There is much to learn and gain from even a few words. Main Passages: Colossians 1:1-2; Galatians 1:11-24; Ephesians 4:11-12 East Memorial Student Ministry | Pastor Mathew Wronski | March 12th, 2025
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Colossians - Introduction
Beginning our new teaching series on the Letter to the Colossians, Mathew covers several important points relating to the background and purpose of this New Testament epistle. Main Passages: Colossians 4:15-16; 2 Corinthians 10:3-5; John 17:17 East Memorial Student Ministry | Pastor Mathew…
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The Eternal State
In the final message of this series, Mathew teaches about the events leading to the eternal state (e.g., Gog and Magog) and life in the eternal state. Main Passages: Revelation 20:7-21:4; 1 Corinthians 15:20-28 East Memorial Student Ministry | Pastor Mathew Wronski | February 12th, 2025
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New Jerusalem (Part 2)
In this second part of our study on New Jerusalem, Mathew covers the specific details and dimensions of the city. Video shown: What on Earth is Heaven Like? (Janet Willis) Main Passages: Psalm 122:1-6; Hebrews 11:8-10; 12:22-24; John 14:1-6; Revelation 21:10-22:3 East Memorial Student Ministry |...
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New Jerusalem (Part 1)
The topic of New Jerusalem is essential in any study of Heaven. In this message, Mathew begins to teach this important topic with a special emphasis on the topography and landscape associated with the future New Jerusalem (as revealed in the prophecies of Ezekiel and Zechariah). Main...
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The 4th Temple
Follow the links for a video of the Millennial Temple as described in Ezekiel's vision: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3 Main Passages: Jeremiah 23:5-6; Zechariah 6:12-13; Ezekiel 40-43; Numbers 25:1-13 East Memorial Student Ministry | Pastor Mathew Wronski | January 22nd, 2025
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Millennial Kingdom (Part 3)
What will life be like under the millennial reign of Jesus Christ and his resurrected saints? How will things be different from this present age? Listen as Pastor Mathew explains three features of life during the Millennial Kingdom: (1) the prosperity of truth, (2) the prosperity of justice, and...
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Millennial Kingdom (Part 2)
We have been studying the topic of the Millennial Kingdom as a major phase of a believer's future heavenly existence. In this message, Pastor Mathew focuses on the rulership of Jesus Christ in the Millennial Kingdom and the co-rulership of his resurrected saints. Main Passages: Genesis 1:26-28;...
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Millennial Kingdom (Part 1)
Beginning our study of Jesus's Millennial Kingdom, it is important to start with a general overview. What is the Millennial Kingdom, and how does it relate to the present age and the future eternal state? Join us for this next important segment of the series! Main Passages: Revelation 20:1-10;...
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Resurrection (Part 3)
What are the major differences between a believer's present life and their resurrected life? Listen as Pastor Mathew explains the absence of sin and marriage in the resurrection of the righteous. Main Passages: Romans 7:21-25; 8:5-14, 18-23; Luke 20:27-36 East Memorial Student Ministry | Pastor...
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Resurrection (Part 2)
Continuing our teaching on biblical resurrection, Pastor Mathew teaches about the resurrection's connection to the Rapture and the nature of the resurrected body. Main Passages: 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; 1 Corinthians 15:35-49; Luke 24:1-3, 13-16, 28-43; John 20:24-29 East Memorial Student…
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Resurrection (Part 1)
According to the Bible, the resurrection of the dead is what gives the Christian life meaning and hope. The resurrection of the dead is also a central feature of the afterlife. Therefore, in this message, Pastor Mathew begins teaching on the resurrection. Main Passages: 1 Corinthians 15:13-23;...
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Paradise of Sheol
Where did Old Testament believers go when they died? Where do Christians go when they die? In addressing these questions, Pastor Mathew focuses on a place that can be called the "Paradise of Sheol." Main Passages: Luke 23:39-43; Matthew 12:40; Luke 16:19-26; Hebrews 9:11-24; John 14:2-3; 1...
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Eden
"Let us eat and drink, for tomorrow we die" expresses how most people in the world live their lives. Christians, however, are supposed to be a people who invest their lives for a heavenly future and reward. How do Christians adopt this perspective on life? Where should a Christian begin to study...
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Eternal Conscious Torment (Part 2)
In this final message covering the topic of Hell, Pastor Mathew addresses two misconceptions about God and sinners that lead some to question or reject the Bible's teaching on eternal conscious torment. Main Passages: Exodus 34:6-7; Leviticus 19:2; Luke 16:13-31; Revelation 20:1-4, 7-8 East...
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Eternal Conscious Torment (Part 1)
Whether the punishment of Hell is eternal and conscious is a heavily debated issue within Christianity. Some professing Christians even end up rejecting the biblical Christian faith over the teaching that Hell is eternal and conscious. Well, in this message, Pastor Mathew addresses this issue and...
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The Lake of Fire
The final place of God's judgment is called the Lake of Fire, and the Bible provides details about this place that are not commonly studied. Listen as Pastor Mathew dives into this important topic. Main Passages: Revelation 19:20; 20:7-15; 22:1-4, 17; Daniel 7:9-11 East Memorial Student Ministry…
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Sheol (Part 2)
Having introduced the topic of Sheol in the last message, Pastor Mathew now outlines four experiential realities of Sheol: (1) Sheol as a place of continuity; (2) Sheol as a place of equality, (3) Sheol as a place of weeping and gnashing of teeth, and (4) Sheol as a place of torment and agony.…
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Sheol (Part 1)
Where do the departed spirits of the unbelieving and unrighteous go when they die? Listen as Pastor Mathew introduces the topic of Sheol. Main Passages: Isaiah 24:21-23; Numbers 16:1-10, 23-34; Revelation 20:1-15 East Memorial Student Ministry | Pastor Mathew Wronski | September 11th, 2024
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The Abyss
Many Christians think of Hell as a single place, but the Bible reveals several different places that fall under the label "Hell." In the message, Pastor Mathew teaches about the Abyss, an underworld prison for fallen angels. Main Passage: Luke 8:26-31; 2 Peter 2:4; Revelation 20:1-3; Revelation...
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Near-Death Experiences
The afterlife has been a major topic of interest since the beginning of human history, and it is no different in our modern day. Stories about going to heaven and hell have created New York Times Best Sellers and feature films. However, what is the only 100% true and reliable source of…
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Perseverance of the Saints (Part 2)
Throughout the history of the Christian Church, there have been men and women who professed Christ, ministered in his name, and then abandoned the faith they long professed and served. How do we process these situations? And what do we make of passages like Hebrews 6:4–6? Pastor Mathew seeks to...
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Perseverance of the Saints (Part 1)
Can a true Christian lose their salvation? Are true Christians guaranteed to live a fruitful and obedient life to God? In this message, Pastor Mathew begins teaching on the doctrine of the perseverance of the saints. Main Passages: John 10:27-28; Matthew 7:15–27; 1 John 3:10; Romans 8:28-39 East...
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Irresistible Grace (Part 4)
In this message, Pastor Mathew finishes outlining the practical process of irresistible grace and wraps up the study of this specific doctrine. Main Passages: John 10:27; 1 John 4:6; Isaiah 55:11; Hebrews 10:24-25; 12:5-8; Psalm 51:1-13; 2 Timothy 2:25-26; Proverbs 13:20; 22:24-25; 1 Corinthians...
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Irresistible Grace (Part 3)
Many who oppose irresistible grace will sometimes argue that it cannot be true because it would make God into a forceful slavemaster and turn Christians into mindless robots. But is that true? In this message, Pastor Mathew begins to outline how irresistible grace works practically in the life of…
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Irresistible Grace (Part 2)
Is God's grace of salvation truly irresistible? Are there any examples of God's irresistible grace in the New Testament? Listen as Pastor Mathew attempts to answer these questions and others. Main Passages: John 6:37; 1 John 3:9; Acts 9:1-19; 16:11-14 East Memorial Student Ministry | Pastor…
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Irresistible Grace (Part 1)
Beginning our study on the "I" of the TULIP, Pastor Mathew introduces the doctrine of irresistible grace. Following a definition of terms, Mathew lays out a biblical foundation for this doctrine, which includes a look at several key passages of Scripture. Main Passages: Ezekiel 36:22-31; John...
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Limited Atonement (Part 2)
Every defended doctrine of Scripture must be supported by correctly interpreted passages of Scripture. The controversial doctrine of limited atonement is no exception. In this message, Pastor Mathew teaches through three progressively stronger passages that support limited atonement, followed by…
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Limited Atonement (Part 1)
Moving to the "L" of the TULIP, what is the doctrine of limited atonement? What are the similarities and differences between those who debate this doctrine? Finally, how does the Bible describe Jesus Christ's atonement for sinners? Listen as these questions and more are addressed in this...
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Am I Chosen?
If the doctrine of unconditional election is biblical and true, how can one know if God has elected them for eternal salvation? How can a believer be assured of their salvation and standing before God? In this message, Pastor Mathew outlines three points of assurance that should give confidence…
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God's Grace toward Children
Some believe that those who hold to the doctrines of grace would teach that there are unelected children who die and go to hell. Is that true? What does the Bible teach about the fate of children who die in childhood, and how does it relate to the doctrines of grace? Listen as Pastor Mathew seeks...
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A Major Dilemma
With any theological belief, there are challenging biblical passages that threaten the belief. Regarding the doctrine of unconditional election, 1 Timothy 2:4 is one such passage. Does God want all people to be saved, or does He not? If the doctrine of unconditional election will stand the test…
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Unconditional Election (Part 4)
Finishing our study of unconditional election in Romans 9, Pastor Mathew exposits verses 19-24. In this message, one of the more difficult topics of the New Testament is addressed: the "vessels prepared for destruction." Main Passages: Romans 9:19-24; Isaiah 45:8-10 East Memorial Student Ministry…
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Unconditional Election (Part 3)
In this message, Pastor Mathew continues his exposition of Romans 9, focusing on verses 14-18. Main Passages: Romans 9:14-18; Exodus 3-9 (selected passages) East Memorial Student Ministry | Pastor Mathew Wronski | April 3rd, 2024
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Unconditional Election (Part 2)
In this message, Pastor Mathew begins to exposit one of the most difficult passages in the New Testament related to the doctrines of grace: Romans 9:6-24. In the portion of text covered by this message, there is a unique emphasis on the unconditional nature of God's election. Main Passage: Romans...
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Unconditional Election (Part 1)
Introducing the doctrine of unconditional election, Pastor Mathew exposits two passages of Scripture that support this teaching. Main Passages: 2 Thessalonians 2:13-15; Acts 13:44-48 East Memorial Student Ministry | Pastor Mathew Wronski | March 20th, 2024
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Total Inability (Part 3)
After a brief review of the few previous messages, Pastor Mathew addresses several of the common objections to the teaching of total inability (total depravity). Main Passages: Jeremiah 17:9-10; Ezekiel 36:25-28 East Memorial Student Ministry | Pastor Mathew Wronski | March 13th, 2024
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Total Inability (Part 2)
In this second part of our study on total inability, Pastor Mathew exposits one of the critical prooftexts for this doctrine. Main Passage: John 6:44 East Memorial Student Ministry | Pastor Mathew Wronski | February 28th, 2024
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Total Inability (Part 1)
Having laid the foundation of this series through the study of God's sovereignty, we are officially prepared to begin our specific study of the doctrines of grace. In this message, Pastor Mathew introduces the acronym of TULIP and begins teaching on the "T" of the acronym. Main Passages: John...
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Sovereignty of God (Part 3)
This final preparatory message for our series on the Doctrines of Grace focuses on God's control of the future. All sides agree that God has foreknowledge of the future, but is that foreknowledge based on God's prediction or determination of what will happen? What about the problem of evil? Does...
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This podcast is the central hub for all audio publications from the Student Ministry of East Memorial Baptist Church. Our Pastor of Students and Discipleship, Mathew Wronski, teaches students directly from God's Word, covering books of the Bible as well as various theological and practical topics.
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