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How can I positively influence my family?
There is no "Silver bullet" for fixing family problems. You're in for another treat with ANOTHER GUEST SPEAKER this week! Alec Hraba, the Youth Pastor at Emmanuel joins Sam to talk about the important topic of Christian character qualities that were covered in Sunday's sermon about the vine and branches.Scripture references in this episode for further study: John 15:1-25; Ephesians 5:21-33If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous. Thanks to Sean Rodriguez for letting us use his song "Purpose" in our intro and outro! Find his music at https://www.seanrodriguezmusic.com
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What character qualities should Christians focus on?
You're in for a treat with a GUEST SPEAKER this week! Brandon Robertson, the Campus Director at Emmanuel's Grand Blanc campus joins Sam to talk about the important topic of Christian character qualities that were covered in Sunday's sermon about Joseph in the Old Testament. Scripture references in this episode for further study: Genesis 37:19-28; Genesis 39:2-4, 20-23; Genesis 45:4-15; Genesis 50:15-21.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous. Thanks to Sean Rodriguez for letting us use his song "Purpose" in our intro and outro! Find his music at https://www.seanrodriguezmusic.com
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What are the Biblical roles for families?
During Family Emphasis Month, Pastor John and Sam will be recapping the main points from Sunday's sermon. This week's sermon title was "Commitment to Roles."Scripture references in today's episode for further study: 1 Corinthians 11:3; 1 Peter 3:7; Ephesians 5:22-33; Genesis 3:16; 1 Peter 3:1-2; Proverbs 31:10-31; Ephesians 6:1-3; Colossians 3:20. If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous. Thanks to Sean Rodriguez for letting us use his song "Purpose" in our intro and outro! Find his music at https://www.seanrodriguezmusic.com
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What are the top pride problems that affect families?
During Family Emphasis Month, Pastor John and Sam will be recapping the main points from Sunday's sermon. Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is for your favorite "fancy" ice cream flavor is.Scripture references in today's episode for further study: Proverbs 12:1 & 29:1; Ephesians 6:4; Colossians 3:19,21; Psalm 103:11-12; 2 Corinthians 5:18-21; 2 Corinthians 12:14-15.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous. Thanks to Sean Rodriguez for letting us use his song "Purpose" in our intro and outro! Find his music at https://www.seanrodriguezmusic.com
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REWIND from Season 2 - What is Holy Week About?
In this REWIND episode from 2024, Pastor John and Sam talk about the significance of Holy Week. We hope you can join us in person for this Easter weekend on Friday, April 3rd and Sunday, April 5th! Learn more at www.weareemmanuel.life/easterScripture references in this episode that we hope you'll use in personal and/or family devotionals: Palm Sunday - Matthew 21:1-11; Luke 19:29-30Holy Monday - Matthew 21:12-22Holy Tuesday - Matthew 23:13-36; Matthew 24-25"Spy" Wednesday - Matthew 26:6-13 & 26:14-16Maundy Thursday - Luke 22:19-20; John 13:3-17; Philippians 2:1-11Good Friday - 1 Corinthians 11:24-26; Matthew 26-27; Romans 5:8; 1 Peter 3:18We'd love to hear feedback from you - what would you like to hear us talk about? Send your confidential question to [email protected].
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How to Get Ready for Easter?
In a little over a week, we will celebrate THE GREATEST EVENT IN HUMAN HISTORY - EASTER SUNDAY! Pastor John and Sam talk about the importance of Easter and some best practices for getting your heart ready and for getting your family ready to experience Easter. Please share today's episode and INVITE someone to join you for church - it may change their WHOLE LIFE!Here's the Passion Week Timeline we talk about in today's episode - https://weareemmanuel.life/blog/2026/03/25/passion-week-timelineIf you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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How To Support a Spouse With a Toxic Family?
You're in for a treat with a GUEST HOST this week - Ken Tison, the Executive Pastor for Emmanuel joins pastor John to talk about the important topic of Extended Family Dynamics! As we always start, let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut picks are for the NCAA Basketball Tournament Nicknames!If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous. Thanks to Sean Rodriguez for letting us use his song "Purpose" in our intro and outro! Find his music at https://www.seanrodriguezmusic.com
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What Should You Do If Considering Divorce?
We're back in sunny/rainy/cloudy/windy Michigan! Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is for your favorite coffee drink!Scripture references in today's episode for further study: Matthew 5:31-32; Matthew 19:1-9; Genesis 2:24; Deuteronomy 21:1-4; James 4:4; 1 Corinthians 7:10-14.*Disclaimer - This podcast is not intended to replace professional marriage therapy. If you'd like a reference, please email pastor John.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous. Thanks to Sean Rodriguez for letting us use his song "Purpose" in our intro and outro! Find his music at https://www.seanrodriguezmusic.com
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How Do I Best Apply A Sermon Series To My Spiritual Development?
Greetings from sunny Florida! (Just kidding, we recorded this in cold Michigan.) Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is for your favorite sports cars!Scripture references in today's episode for further study: Deuteronomy 6:4-5; Hebrews 10:23-25; James 1:22; James 2:14-17.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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Should I Be Bold or Quiet During These Polarizing Times?
Warm weather or cold weather, we're so glad you're listening to today's episode! We don't shy away from controversial topics, please listen to this episode with grace and patience! Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is for your favorite parts of spring?If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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How Should Christians Handle The ICE Situation?
We don't shy away from controversial topics, please listen to this episode with grace and patience! Let us know in the comments what your start-bench-cut is for Winter Olympic sports!Scripture references in today's episode for further study: John 8:1-11; Romans 13:1-7If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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Why is men's ministry important?
Have a SUPER week, listeners! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for Super Bowl appetizers!Scripture references in today's episode for further study: Proverbs 27:17Register HERE for the Men's Event Feb 6th at Emmanuel Flint.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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How to read the Bible better in 2026?
Warm yourself up with a new episode! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for vacation destinations.Scripture references in today's episode for further study: Romans 12:2; Psalm 119:105; Romans 10:16-17; Isaiah 55:11.What gameplan are you going to go with?If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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Is the USA the "Mystery Babylon" from Revelation?
Bundle up for a hot podcast episode! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for our favorite potato chip flavors.Scripture references in today's episode for further study: Revelation 17:1-18; Revelation 18: 2-19If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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Top 10 New Years Commitments
Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for upscale fast food options.Ten Achievable Goals for 2026:1) More Bible Reading - Romans 10:172) Less Anxious Thinking - 2 Corinthians 10:53) More Sacrifices - Romans 12:14) Less Eating & More Exercise - 1 Timothy 4:8a5) More Contentment - 1 Timothy 4:8b6) Less Drama - James 1:19-207) More Rest - Mark 6:318) Less Activity - Psalm 90:12 & Matthew 6:339) More Purpose - Romans 12:310) Less "Electronics" (TV, Social Media, etc.) - Hebrews 10:24-25If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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New Years REALIZATIONS (SEASON 4 LAUNCH)
Celebrate with us! Thanks so much for staying with us for 3 whole seasons, we're pumped to start the NEW YEAR off with our 4th season of the podcast! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for New Years Resolutions.Tune in next week for 10 POWERFUL GOALS for 2026.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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Is the Annihilation Theory Biblical?
It's a Holly, Jolly podcast! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for our Least Favorite Christmas Songs.Scripture references in today's episode for further study: Revelation 20:13-15; Matthew 25:46; Psalm 88:3; Luke 16:19-31; 2 Chronicles 28:3; Jeremiah 7:31-32; Mark 9:43-48; Revelation 14:11 & 20:10; Matthew 8:12 & 13:42; Mark 9:43-48; 2 Peter 2:4; Matthew 25:41; 2 Thessalonians 1:9.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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Do I Need "Milk" or "Meat" From The Bible?
Welcome back to the podcast! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for our Christmas Movies Edition - It's A Wonderful Life, Home Alone, and Elf.Scripture references in today's episode for further study: 1 Peter 2:2; 1 Corinthians 3:1-3; Hebrews 5:11-14; James 1:22If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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Does the Bible support spanking children?
Welcome back to the podcast! Let us know what your start-bench-cut is for our Winter Activities edition - Sledding, Skiing, and Snowball fights.John and Sam dive into this controversial topic about disciplining children in a biblical manner.Scripture references in today's episode for further study: Ephesians 6:4; Colossians 3:21; Proverbs 23:13-14; Proverbs 13:24; Proverbs 22:15; Proverbs 29:15; Hebrews 12:4-11; Psalm 23:4.**Disclaimer: we do not advocate child abuse in any way. A child should never be injured or cut by a physical corrective measure.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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What are YOU thankful for?
Pastor John and Sam are just a couple of jive turkeys. We want to hear what YOU'RE thankful for! Go to our facebook page and leave a comment on our Thanksgiving post!Flint Campus page - https://www.facebook.com/eflint.orgGrand Blanc Campus page - https://www.facebook.com/WeAreEmmanuel.Life/Ortonville Campus page -https://www.facebook.com/HillsideBibleChurchWe'd love to hear feedback from you - what would you like to hear us talk about? Send your confidential question to [email protected].
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What Happened in the 400 "Silent Years" Between the OT and NT?
Welcome back to the podcast! We're running low on questions, so send them in soon!Scripture references in today's episode: Malachi 4:5-6; Daniel 8:14; Psalm 43 & 44; Zechariah 9:9; Isaiah 6:10; John 12:40.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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What Hinders Our Prayers?
Welcome back to the podcast! Answer today's Start Bench Cut game in the comments section - Date Night Options Edition.Scripture references in today's episode: Isaiah 59:1-4, 9, 12; Psalm 66:18-19; 1 John 5:14; James 4:3; Romans 12: 1-2; Philippians 2:3-4; Matthew 6:14-15; Hebrews 11:6; James 1:6-7If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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What is the Blasphemy Against the Holy Spirit?
Welcome back to the podcast! Answer today's Start Bench Cut game in the comments section - Fall Favorites edition!Scripture references in today's episode:Matthew 12:22-32; Mark 3:22-30; Luke 12:8-10; Matthew 13:3, 11, 13; John 16:8; John 3:16; John 3:36If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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Mental Health Issues - (Part 2) - Season 2 REWIND
John and Sam talk about laying out 7 intentional steps to help people dealing with mental health issues. (This is Part 2 of our discussion about mental health which originally aired in January 2024, if you haven't listened to part 1 yet, go listen to that first.)***Disclaimer: We are not professional psychologists or psychiatrists.Scripture references in this episode: Matthew 6:25-34; Philippians 4:6-7; 2 Corinthians 10:5.We'd love to hear feedback from you - what would you like to hear us talk about? Send your confidential question to [email protected].
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Mental Health Issues (Part 1) - Season 2 REWIND
In this rerun episode from season 2 in January of 2024, John and Sam talk about some unhealthy extreme approaches to people with mental health disorders and the different considerations to keep in mind. Tune in next week for our follow up laying out 7 intentional steps to help.***Disclaimer: We are not professional psychologists or psychiatrists.We'd love to hear feedback from you - what would you like to hear us talk about? Send your confidential question to [email protected]
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Can People Look Down From Heaven?
Thanks for listening today - let us know in the comments about your Start-Bench-Cut answers: Weather edition!Scripture references in this episode: Hebrews 12:1-2; Hebrews 11; Revelation 21:4; Titus 2:13Follow our Facebook pages to stay in the loop at Emmanuel.Flint campus - www.facebook.com/eflint.orgGrand Blanc campus - www.facebook.com/weareemmanuel.lifeIf you have a question for a future episode, send an email [email protected].
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What security precautions does Emmanuel take?
After a serious local tragedy, Pastor John and Sam talk about the steps that Emmanuel has in place to make our community safe. Scripture references in this episode: Exodus 15:2-3; Nehemiah 4:16-23.Follow our Facebook pages to stay in the loop on how we can help the victims and/or first responders.Flint campus - www.facebook.com/eflint.orgGrand Blanc campus - www.facebook.com/weareemmanuel.lifePray for those who protect the church!If you have a question for a future episode, send an email [email protected].
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Will Demons Flee Around Christians?
Welcome back to the podcast! Answer today's Start Bench Cut game in the comments section - Michigan Treasures edition!Scripture references in today's episode: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; Romans 8:9-11; 1 Peter 5:8; Ephesians 6:10-12 & 13-17; James 5:7-8; Luke 10:17; Mark 16:17; Acts 19:13-17.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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How should Christians respond after Charlie Kirk's murder?
Scripture references in today's episode: Nehemiah 2; Genesis 50:20; 1 Kings 19:10-18; John 15:18-19; Ephesians 6:12If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep38 - How to engage your family in spiritual things this fall?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game - "Fall Events" edition.Scripture references in today's episode: Matthew 6:19-21If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:EP37 - What New Changes Are Coming At Emmanuel?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game - Vacations edition.Topics covered in this episode are for specifically for those who attend Emmanuel and for those who are curious to check Emmanuel out soon. Visit weareemmanuel.life for more information about our church.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep36 - What are best practices for back to school?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game -School Experience edition.Scripture references in today's episode: Colossians 3:23-24If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep35: What harvest is Paul speaking of in Romans?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game - FALL TREATS EDITION.Scripture references in today's episode: Romans 1:13; Galatians 5:22-23; John 15:14-15; Matthew 6:19-21; 2 Peter 1:5-7; Matthew 9:37-38If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep34 - How Were The Gentiles Saved Before Jesus?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game - UP NORTH EDITION.Scripture references in today's episode: Genesis 15:4-7; John 3:16; Hebrews 11; Hebrews 1:1-2; Acts 10:1-6, 9-15, 23-35; Romans 1:20; 1 Corinthians 15:3-4; Hebrews 11:6.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep33 - Why recommend a summer camp?
Thanks for listening today! And welcome to our special guest Alec Hraba - our new youth pastor!Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep32 - What are some Christian book recommendations?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game.Book recommendations in this episode:"Gentle and Lowly" by Dane Ortlund"Not a Fan" by Kyle Idleman"The Case for Faith" by Lee Strobel"He. We. They." by Dwayne MooreIf you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep31 - What is "spiritual meat" vs "milk"?
Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game - SEASONS EDITION.Scripture references in today's episode: Hebrews 5:11-14 & 5:7-11; 1 Corinthians 3:1-3If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep30 - Fourth of July Fun and Gratitude
Thanks for listening today! Let us know in the comments your answers to the "Start-Bench-Cut" game.Scripture references in today's episode: Philippians 1:27; Philippians 3:20-21; Esther 4:14If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:EP29 - What should be my approach to all the chaos in the world?
Thanks for listening today! Scripture references in today's episode: Proverbs 3:5-6; Philippians 4:7-8; Romans 13.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep28 - How do I stay connected to Jesus during the summer?
Thanks for listening today! Scripture references in today's episode: Deuteronomy 6If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep27 - Can angels and demons be destroyed in spiritual warfare?
Thanks for listening today! Scripture references in today's episode: Ephesians 6:12-13; Genesis 3; Matthew 4; Luke 4; 1 Thessalonians 2:18; Job 1; 1 Peter 5:8; Revelation 20:10-15; 2 Corinthians 10:5; 1 John 2:15-17; Isaiah 14:12-15; Ephesians 6:12-18.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep26 - Why are missions trips important?
Thanks for listening today! Pastor John recounts his experiences from his recent trip to Kusel, Germany.Scripture references in today's episode: Acts 1:8; 2 Timothy 2.If you'd like to be part of the team that goes to Germany in 2026, email Pastor John to get on the list.If you have a podcast question, you can email [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep25 - Where do Jewish people go when they pass away?
Thanks for listening today!Scripture references in today's episode: Hebrews 11:39-40; Romans 11:17-24; Luke 16:19-31; Hebrews 9:27; Romans 11:25-26.If you have a question for pastor John, you can email him at [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep24 - What verses to use to refute the Word of Faith movement?
Thanks for listening today! Pastor John and Sam discuss this hot topic question!Scripture references in today's episode: 2 Corinthians 12:7-9; 2 Corinthians 11:22-30; Philippians 2:25-30; 1 Timothy 6:3-10; Hebrews 11:6; Proverbs 3:5-6; James 2:26; Psalm 82:6; John 10:34; Psalm 82:1-7; John 10:36; Romans 3.If you have a question for pastor John, you can email him at [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep 23 - Should Christians wear sports apparel for teams with devils depicted?
Thanks for listening today! Pastor John and Sam discuss this practical question.Scripture references in today's episode: 1 Thessalonians 5:22; 1 Corinthians 8; Galatians 5:13; Romans 14:5-12.If you have a question for pastor John, you can email him at [email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep22 - What are Palm Sunday and Holy Week all about?
HAPPY EASTER!
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S3:Ep21 - Where did Jesus go for 3 days after being crucified?
Today Pastor John and Sam talk about where Jesus went between his crucifixion and resurrection.Scripture references in today's episode: John 19:30, 40-42; John 20; Luke 23:40-43; 1 Peter 3:18-20; Ephesians 4:8-10; Psalm 68:18; Psalm 68; 1 John 2:2; 2 Corinthians 5:21.If you have a question for pastor John, you can email him at[email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep20 - Was Goliath a Nephilim?
Today Pastor John and Sam talk about Goliath and the Nephilim from the Old Testament, currently portrayed in the House of David tv series.Scripture references in today's episode: Genesis 6:1-4; Matthew 22:30; Mark 12:25; Numbers 13:33; 1 Samuel 17:51; 1 Samuel 17:5-7; Deuteronomy 3:11; 1 Chronicles 11:22-23.If you have a question for pastor John, you can email him at[email protected]. All questions will remain anonymous.
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S3:Ep19 - What is fasting and should Christians do it?
Thanks for listening! In today's episode, John and Sam discuss some Biblical principles to consider when thinking about fasting.Scripture references in this episode: Matthew 6:16-18; 1 Corinthians 7:1-5; Mark 9:14-29; Acts 14:23.If you have a question you'd like to ask, please email [email protected] and we'll cover your question on a future episode.
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S3:Ep18 - Should Christians study demonology?
Thanks for listening!Scripture references in this episode: Acts 19:13-16; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; 1 Peter 5:8; Ephesians 6:10-18If you have a question you'd like to ask, please email [email protected] and we'll cover your question on a future episode.
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