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The Blindspots Podcast
by Rolo Bernales and Corey Williams
A podcast dedicated to helping First Baptist Church of the Lakes in Las Vegas, NV identify it's spiritual blind spots and more faithfully walk with the Lord Jesus Christ.
Episodes
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You’re Leading Your Wife, Whether You Like It or Not.
Every husband is leading his home, the question is whether it looks like Christ or not. In this episode, we listen in as the pastors wrestle with what it means to love and lead your wife. Not with control, but with the sacrifical love of Christ. Along the way, blindspots are exposed, assumptions...
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Discipleship: More Than Church Attendance
What does it really mean to be a disciple of Jesus? The pastors have a candid Q&A recorded at a men’s breakfast and they explore what discipleship is and what it isn’t. We look at how Jesus modeled obedience, why church attendance is not the same as faithfulness, and how following Christ always...
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Pastor Rolo on Ministry, Struggles, and Staying Faithful
In this episode, Pastor Rolo pulls back the curtain on his ministry journey, the early days of his calling, the burdens that almost broke him, and the joys that still keep him going. From church planting heartbreaks to unexpected encouragements, this conversation is raw, real, and rich with…
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Loving your Church - Interview with Pastor Ed.
In this episode of The Blindspots Podcast, Pastor Ed Romero shares his reflections on what it means to truly love your local church. From misconceptions about membership to the sacrifices that build up the body of Christ, this conversation offers both challenge and comfort for anyone who’s ever...
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What We Said Amen To: Episode 10 – When You Move On
“We will, if possible, unite with a church…” Church membership is not a season—it’s a calling. This final episode unpacks the closing lines of our covenant, urging believers to carry the spirit of faithfulness wherever God leads them. Whether you move, you don’t retire from covenant life. The...
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What We Said Amen To: Episode 9 – When Christians Disagree
In episode 9 we discuss what we agree to do when conflict arises. How we handle it reveals what we truly believe about Christ’s rule over His church. This episode addresses the covenant call to resolve disputes under gospel authority, not worldly systems. We explore how Matthew 18, 1 Corinthians…
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What We Said Amen To: Episode 8 – Love That Costs Something
Episode 8 invites us into the sacrificial heart of biblical church life with this covenant line: "…to watch over one another… to aid in sickness… to be ready for reconciliation…” This episode exposes the spiritual blindspot of treating reconciliation and compassion as optional, sentimental, or...
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What We Said Amen To: Episode 7 – Guarding the Faith of Others
Episode 7 explores the revised language of our covenant: “…to avoid drunkenness, intoxication, gluttony, or any practices that may jeopardize our own or another’s faith.” Here, we explore the biblical and theological rationale behind this amendment and unpack Christian liberty. While some may…
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What We Said Amen To: Episode 6 – Living Before a Watching World
In Episode 6, we unpack the line in our covenant that calls us: “…to walk circumspectly in the world; to be just in our dealings, faithful in our engagements, and exemplary in our deportment…” This episode explores how Christians are called to integrity in everyday life: at work, in business, in...
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What We Said Amen To: Episode 5 - Faithfulness at Home and in Private
In Episode 5 of What We Said Amen To, we reflect on the covenantal commitment: “We also engage to maintain family and secret devotions…” This line reminds us that Christian faithfulness doesn’t begin when we walk into the church building, it begins at home. We ask: What does Scripture teach about...
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What We Said Amen To Episode 4 – Giving That Reflects Grace
“To contribute cheerfully and regularly…” Why does our covenant call for giving, and how has our church clarified that commitment through a recent amendment? In this episode, we explain why grace-driven giving matters, how it’s shaped by the gospel, and why members should view generosity as...
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What We Said Amen To: Episode 3 – Sustaining What Matters
“To sustain its worship, ordinances, discipline, and doctrines…” Church life doesn’t run on autopilot. In this episode, we explore the weighty privilege of helping preserve the spiritual health of the body. Members aren’t passive observers, we are called to uphold worship, sound doctrine…
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What We Said Amen To: Episode 2 – Walking Together in Christian Love
“We engage… to walk together in Christian love.” In this episode we unpack what it means to walk in covenant love. Not as a vague sentiment, but a Spirit-empowered responsibility. We look at how the New Testament describes love in action, and why this kind of commitment exposes our blindspot:...
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What We Said Amen To: Episode 1 – What Does It Mean to Covenant?
What does it mean to enter into covenant with a local church? In this opening episode, Pastors Rolo and Corey walk through the first line of our Church Covenant and show why church membership is far more than attendance. It’s a Spirit-led, joyful, and solemn commitment rooted in Scripture and in...
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What We Said Amen To - Series Introduction
This series is for the members of First Baptist Church of the Lakes, and for anyone wondering what it really means to belong to a local church. In What We Said Amen To, Pastors Rolo and Corey walk phrase-by-phrase through the church’s membership covenant, helping listeners rediscover the promises...
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Corporate prayer in the life of the church
In this episode of Blindspots, we take a serious look at the role of corporate prayer in the life of the church. God has ordained that His people not only pray individually but come together to lift up their voices in unison before His throne. There is power when the church prays together—a power...
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Shepherding Through Discipleship: The Role of Church Discipleship Groups
In this episode of Blindspots, we explore the importance of discipleship groups within the church and the vital role pastors play in guiding these groups. We discuss how discipleship groups foster community, provide a sense of belonging, and offer members the opportunity to walk together in…
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Stories of Grace - The Tamayo's
In this opening episode of the Blindspots Podcast's new format, "Stories of Grace," Pastor Rolo and Pastor Corey interview members Tyler and Esmerelda who have experienced the heartache of two miscarriages. Through their story, we witness not only their pain but also the unwavering trust they…
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What about my emotions?
On this episode of The Blindspots Podcast, Pastors Corey and Rolo tackle the issue of our emotions. Through a biblical perspective and real-life examples, they reveal the devastating impact that these blind spots can have. We pray it blesses you.
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Insider Trading and Political Corruption: A Biblical Perspective
On this episode of The Blindspots Podcast, Pastor Corey Williams and Rolo Bernales tackle the issue of insider trading and political corruption, exposing the ugly truth behind these unethical practices. Through a biblical perspective and real-life examples, they reveal the devastating impact that...
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Redefining Marriage: The "Respect" for Marriage Act and its Biblical Implications
Join Pastor Corey Williams and Rolo Bernales on The Blindspots Podcast as they confront the controversial issue of The Respect for Marriage Act and its challenge to traditional biblical understandings of marriage. We pray it blesses you.
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The wife of a Pastor - Part 2
Pastor Rolo and Pastor Corey are in studio with our wives discussing the roles, responsibilities and fears associated with being the wife of a pastor. We pray it bless you.
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The wife of a pastor - Part 1
Pastor Rolo and Pastor Corey are in studio with our wives discussing the roles, responsibilities and fears associated with being the wife of a pastor. We pray it bless you.
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What about Deacons? - Interview w/Deacons Doug & Matthew
We talk with the deacons of First Baptist Church of the Lakes to discuss thier roles, responsibilities and how they function in cooperation with the Pastors. We pray this episode blesses you.
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Racism in the Church - Interview with Pastor Briggs
Pastor Corey & Pasotr Rolo talk with Pastor Briggs about how he and his pastoral team at Immanuel Baptist Church deal with the topic of racism in the local church.
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Pastor Briggs' call to the ministry
In this episode of the podcasst Pastors Rolo and Corey chat with Pasotr Briggs about his call to the ministry. Be blessed
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Interview with Pastor Robert Briggs, Pastor of Immanuel Baptist Church
Pastors Rolo and Corey interview Pastor Robert Briggs. He talks about his coming to faith and call to ministry.
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Should A Church Have More Than One Pastor?
The Pastors of First Baptist Church of The Lakes discuss plurality of elders, if such a model is biblical and the practial benefits of have multiple pastors in a local church.
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The Call to Pastoral Ministry
The entire pastoral team from First Baptist Church of The Lakes is in studio discussing the call to pastoral ministry and their personal testimonies.
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A conversation about theological training
Pastors Rolo and Corey speak with a special guest Patrick K, about the pros and cons of traditional theological training.
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Payday Loans & Romans 13
In this episode we discuss payday loans, Romans 13 and government responsibility.
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Fathers & spiritual leadership- part III
We continue our ongoing conversation about godly fathers and spiritual leadership in the family.
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Fathers & spiritual leadership- part II
In this episode we continue our discussion on godly father's and spiritual leadership. Links mentioned in episode: Accountability Software: Covenant Eyes How to secure home routers and devices: https://www.opendns.com/setupguide/#familyshield
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Fathers & spiritual leadership- part I
In this episode we discuss the family's role and responsibility to be the primary religious teacher in their child's life. We also talk about how influential the father's role is discipling children.
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Nancy Pelosi is religious now?!?
Pastor Rolo and Deacon Corey comments on Nancy Pelosi's statement on Derek Chauvin's murder conviction and increasing amount of religious language being used by politicians and unbelievers.
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Tim Keller is wrong and Jesus was a racist?!?
Pastor Rolo and Brother Corey discuss Tim Keller's recent comments and discuss the claim of Jesus using a racial slur. *** Tim Keller comments - https://onenewsnow.com/church/2021/03/15/evangelical-churches-incubators-for-christian-nationalism-keller *** Jesus used a racial slur -...
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Death is inevitable
Pastor Rolo and Brother Corey talk about death, its inevitability and how it should influence believers. Sermons: https://fbclakes.podbean.com Contact us at: fbclakes.org
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Sin is like leaven, it will not stay put...
Pastor Rolo & Corey talk about the cost of sin. Sin does not stay in place, it spreads to all those around you. Sermons: https://fbclakes.podbean.com/ Contact us at: fbclakes.org
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"Inclusive" Congressional prayer excludes Jesus Christ
Pastor Rolo & Corey discuss the irony of the failed attempted at inclusivity in the opening prayer of 117th session of the United States Congress. Sermons: https://fbclakes.podbean.com/ Contact us at: fbclakes.org
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The SBC's shoddy math and biblical church membership
The SBC recently sent an email saying SBC churches should be encouraged by the ethnic diversity numbers. We disagree, listen to the episode to find out why. Also, we discuss church membership and church discipline.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A podcast dedicated to helping First Baptist Church of the Lakes in Las Vegas, NV identify it's spiritual blind spots and more faithfully walk with the Lord Jesus Christ.
HOSTED BY
Rolo Bernales and Corey Williams
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A podcast dedicated to helping First Baptist Church of the Lakes in Las Vegas, NV identify it's spiritual blind spots and more faithfully walk with the Lord Jesus Christ.
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The Blindspots Podcast is created and hosted by Rolo Bernales and Corey Williams.
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