Heavy Branches Podcast

How did Jesus prove once again He had risen to the disciples? What is really the significance of Jesus asking Peter if he loves Him? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 21.

What proves the resurrection? What does the Resurrection prove? What was the purpose of the Gospel of John? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 20.

Two episodes this week. We saw it fitting that we rush this one since we were cover John 19 to put it out on the Friday before Resurrection Sunday. The big question: Why did Jesus have to die? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss this topic and more as the go through John 19.

What does a true disciple look like? Why was Jesus here? What was He willing to do for the Father? What did Jesus do that He said He would do? What heart condition do we see in those seeking to crucify Jesus? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 18.

What life statement does Jesus make? What is Eternal life? Where do wee find protection and growth from the evil one? How is this prayer about all Christians even today? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through Jesus' prayer in John 17.

Jacob Cabe and Tanner are joined by Brian Schulz and Jason Cole in this weeks episode as we cover John 16.

What is a covenant? What is our role in the covenant? How does love play a role in the covenant? How does keeping the covenant produce joy? Tanner and Jacob Cabe discuss these topics in more as they cover John 15.

Should someone get baptized a second time? What is the problem with exceptions becoming the rule? What things must be known and understood before someone is baptized? How do those on the Tennessee camp interpret Acts 19? Can you determine if someone has counted the cost or do you just have to trust they have? Is there an age of accountability? What is the common view that we should expect in our churches today? Why do we care so much about getting baptism right? Tanner and Jacob Cabe discuss these topics and more with Derek Baker.

In this episode of Heavy Branches, Jacob, Tanner, and Cabe express their  excitement for the year ahead, particularly mission trips and church activities. The conversation transitions into a deep exploration of John 14, focusing on Jesus as the way, truth, and life, and the significance of obedience to God's commands. They also discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers, emphasizing its importance in prayer, empowerment, and assurance of faith. The episode concludes with reflections on Jesus' obedience to the Father and how it serves as a model for believers.

In this episode, we discuss our opinions on Christmas music, and delve into John Chapter 13, focusing on the new commandment of love that Jesus gives to His disciples. We explore the significance of Jesus washing the disciples' feet, the humility required in serving others, and Peter's denial of Jesus, emphasizing the importance of understanding true love and sacrifice in the Christian faith. Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these things and more as they go through John 13.

Join Jacob, Cabe, and Tanner on Heavy Branches as they conclude their study of John chapter 12. In this episode, the conversation shifts from celebration to the profound purpose of Christ's incarnation and forthcoming death.The hosts dive deep into the meaning of Jesus being "lifted up," the ultimate act of drawing men to Himself, and the connection between belief and the Father's glory. They explore the tragic rejection of Jesus by rulers who "loved the approval of men rather than the approval of God," emphasizing the difference between mere knowledge and saving faith.Plus, don't miss the Christmas-themed icebreaker where the hosts share their favorite gifts (including a four-wheeler and a growing collection of 78 nutcrackers!) and share this week's featured hymn, "Tis So Sweet To Trust In Jesus."Tune in for a discussion connecting the joy of Christmas to the serious, world-saving purpose of the cross.

What was Lazarus up to after the resurrection? What does true worship look like? What should we expect on account of following Jesus? What did Jesus fulfill as He entered Jerusalem? What cost is there to following Jesus? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 12.

Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss John 11 in this episode of Heavy Branches.

What Bible name would you choose? Do you know the voice of Jesus? Do you follow it? What do we listen to in order to bear fruit? Who has the power to give life? How does your life bear witness to who Jesus is? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 10.

How did Jesus see people? Do we get sick as a punishment for sin? What should we tell people about Jesus? What does Jesus free us from? What reality must we face as we profess Christ publicly? Who is Jesus? How should we handle being called out for sin? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 9.

What must we do to be Jesus' disciples? What relationship does abiding in His Word and being freed from sin have? Does our heritage matter for our salvation? What promise does Jesus make in John 8:52? Why did some pick up stones to throw at Jesus? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 8:31-59.

How do we approach a person when they have sinned? What is the importance of the Light? How does the Father testify about Jesus? What apologetical considerations can be made with the phrase, "When you lift up the Son of Man?" How does a person come to believe? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 8:1-30.

What is so impactful about the fact that Jesus' brother's did not believe? Did Jesus come at the right time? What is the difference between what is right and what appears right? What is the Gospel first and foremost about? What is required in order for individuals to bear fruit? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 7.

What is the bread of life? What spiritual sustenance do we need? What did Jesus mean regarding eating His flesh and drinking His blood? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 6:26-71.

How should we imitate Jesus in order to bear fruit? What does feeding the 5,000 and Jesus walking on water teach us about who Jesus is? What role does thanksgiving play in bearing fruit? What did Jesus give up to seek and save the lost? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob talk about these topics and more as they cover John 6:1-25.

Who is Jesus? Where does His authority come from? Who testified about the validity of His message and who He is? How important is it to understand who Jesus is when it comes to saving faith? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob answer these questions and more as they cover John 5:18-47.

How important is being intentional to rest? What is the Sabbath day? Why should we be careful not to just skim over certain verses in the Bible? What was the difference between Jesus observing the Law and the Pharisees? Do you wish to get well? What is the significance of Jesus saying, "My Father is working till now." ?

Is a new believer capable of sharing the Gospel with someone else? Should we encourage that or discourage it today? What is Jesus' greatest need? How should that change our mindset in life? What does a person repent of when first becoming a Christian? What is the difference between the Great physician and the physicians we visit? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 4:27-54.

-Young Preacher's Perspective: What does Jacob Cabe have going on with his first preaching ministry?-Biblical Perspective: What is the gathering of the Church for? How should we worship when we gather as believers?-Song of the Week- Who was actually doing the baptizing? How do we have a gospel conversation with someone? Why was it important to know the women was a Samaritan? What is the living water? What does it mean to worship in spirit and truth? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 4:1-26.

What was the baptism spoken of in John 3? How important is repentance? What is repentance? Does repentance ever stop in the Christian life? What was John the Baptist's testimony about Jesus? How did the Words Jesus spoke testify about who He is? Who is greater than John the Baptist? Why is it so important for us to understand that Jesus has supremacy over all things? How do we truly find joy in this life? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 3:22-36. 

Who is the Son of Man? Why did Nicodemus come at night? What did Jesus teach about being born again? How can a person enter the kingdom of Heaven? Why do so many people reject the truth of the Gospel? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 3:1-21.

We have been challenged...What can we learn from the Wedding at Cana? Why did Jesus perform the miracle of turning water to wine? What is the difference between signs, wonders, and miracles? Who was Jesus? Why did Jesus flip tables in the temple? What is righteous anger? What do we have to watch out for in regards to the Church and money? What did Jesus prophesy in the text? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as the go through John 2.

What does it mean to be a disciple? Why did some remain disciples of John the Baptist? Is our faith based on evidence or wishful thinking? What can we learn from some of Jesus' first disciples? How did Nathan know Jesus was the Son of God? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through John 1:35-51.

Who is the Word? Who is the light? What does John 1 teach us about Jesus? What was John the Baptists mission? How can we learn from the life and focus of John the Baptist? How can we better bear fruit from what we learn in John 1? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as the go through John 1.

Who was the author of the Gospel of John? What is the main focus of the Gospel of John? When was the Gospel of John written? Does our key for the podcast come from John? What is the key verse of the Gospel of John? How does the Gospel of John relate to bearing fruit? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they introduce the Gospel of John. 

How does sinful desire prevent us from bearing fruit? What is the difference between sinful desire and temptation? What is the reason for conflict in the church and between people? How does the heart play a role in sinful desire? What does it mean that God is a jealous God? How does humility play a role in overcoming sinful desire? How is the book of James connected to Jesus' Sermon on the Mount? What role does sorrow play in overcoming sinful desire?

How does the tongue control us? What impact does it have on our life? What impact does it have on the life of others? What are the benefits of a tamed tongue? What are the negatives of an untamed tongue? How does a a bridle, rudder, and small flame relate to the tongue? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more from James 3:1-12.

What is hypocrisy? What did Jesus mean by the leaven of the Pharisees? How does hypocrisy affect bearing fruit? How does hypocrisy affect the Church? What is really to foundation for sin? What are some different ways we see hypocrisy in the Church? How should we practical handle hypocrisy in the Church? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more from Luke 12:1-3 along with a special guest.

What does it mean to be a Doulos? What of our lives should we be willing to offer for Christ? What is the hardest part of our body to control? How does humility come into play? How does James use a mirror to illustrate the point? How important is having the right heart? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they study the barrier of being only hearers and not doers from James 1.

Who do you follow and why? What is a disciple? Is there a cost to discipleship? What should be our top priority? What is required of us to be a disciple? What does a disciple do? How much of our life must we give to Jesus? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they study the barrier of misplaced priorities from Luke 14.

What does it mean to abide in Christ? What does Jesus mean when He says, "I am the true vine."? Where do we find joy? What is the result of fruitlessness? How does God help us to bear fruit? What must we do to bear fruit? Does this mean the path to heaven is exclusive? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they study the barrier of not abiding in Jesus from John 15.

How does the Bible address laziness? How important is prayer in relation to sharing the Gospel? Do we trust the Lord's faithfulness? How are we commanded to work? What is the benefit of working hard? Is work for Christ worth it? What is the goal of rebuking laziness? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they cover the barrier of laziness going through 2 Thessalonians 3.

What is the purpose of LBC? Why is there such a need for preachers today? What makes LBC different from other Bible colleges? What is your favorite Bible text to preach? How does someone know they need to enter ministry?  What would you say to someone who desires to serve God but is unsure if they should do full time ministry? What are some things a preacher can do to avoid getting burnt out or falling away from the ministry? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics with Kerry Allen in this interview.

What are our Best of's from the year? How does the Gospel go unhindered? What can kindness accomplish? How to we approach and unkind world? Do bad things purposely happen to sinful people? What was the purpose of the miracles Paul performed? What is the value of hospitality? For what reason was Paul in chains? How can an eternal outlook help us to bear fruit? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through Acts 28.

How can we rely on God even in the toughest circumstances? How was Paul's trust in the Lord save those around him? Is there a cost to faithfulness? How important is it to be thankful? Do we bring hope to people or do we follow the crowd around us in hopelessness? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through Acts 27.

What can we learn from Paul about sharing the hope we have? Why did Paul raise his hand as he began to speak? How do we start our conversations with people we seek to share the Gospel with? What does it mean to kick against the goads? Is your testimony worth sharing? What key elements need be present when sharing the Gospel? What is our priority in making a defense for the hope we have? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through Acts 26.

Are we willing to admit to God and to others when we have done wrong? Why did Paul appeal to Caesar? What is the purpose God has given government? How can we still make a difference in the kingdom when we're faced with trials in life? What are the top 5 Thanksgiving foods? Jacob Tanner and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through Acts 25.

How can we be a pest for the Lord like Paul was? Who will experience a resurrection after death? When sharing the gospel, Paul talked about Righteousness, Self-Control, and Judgment to come, how should we share the gospel today? What reasons to people typically reject the gospel for? How can we pray for those we are trying to share our faith with? What are the top 5 cheeses? Jacob Tanner and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through Acts 24.

What role does sincerity play in religion? How did Paul testify about the truth? Have we lost sight of how sacred life is? What are the top 5 church potluck foods? Jacob Tanner and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through Acts 23

Join Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob as they discuss Acts 22! 

How can Christians improve on praying together with each other and as families? When should we pray together, and what should we pray for? How committed are we to our confession that Jesus is Lord? What are we actually saying when we say Jesus is Lord of my life? How can we turn persecution and other challenges into an opportunity to share the gospel? What are the top 5 candies? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through Acts 21.

Does the Lord's Supper lose its importance if we take it every week? What happened when Paul preached until midnight? What are the hardships and pains of Christian service? Is it even worth it? What advice did Paul have for the Ephesian Elders on their final conversation together? What are the top 5 fruits? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through Acts 20.

Should someone ever be re-baptized? If so, for what reasons? What does it mean for the Holy Spirit to be our seal and pledge of our inheritance? How does someone receive this seal & pledge? Is serving in the kingdom of God reasonable or persuasive? What can we learn about repentance from the burning of the books? Jacob, Tanner, and Jacob discuss these topics and more as they go through Acts 19.

We highly recommend watching this episode, not just listening to audio if possible. Jacob and Tanner share some highlights to give you a taste of the legendary Hillsboro Family Camp. If you have never attended before, we hope you mark it on your calendar for 2025!

What does being devoted to the word of God require of us? Are the Christian worldview and the gospel reasonable or persuasive? How does Jesus' promise to be with us help us to bear fruit? How can the Holy Spirit help us in evangelism? Why should we correct someone with grace and truth? Why do our churches today need more Priscilla's and Aquila's? Jacob, Tanner, and special guest Jacob Cabe discuss these topics and more as they go through Acts 18.