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1 Pres Pod

First Presbyterian Church of Fort Smithwww.1pres.org
The 1 Pres Pod features weekly conversations about life and faith. Bringing our unique and local perspective to these conversations, we seek to expand understanding of and engagement with the life of faith. Episodes include "Rham Asks a Question," "You're Using it Wrong," and more.
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Episodes

Sanctuary Worship 10-9-22

"The Waiting is the Hardest Part" Reset: Chastity Rev. Phillip Blackburn Sanctuary Worship 10-9-22 www.1pres.org/giving

Oct 09, 202247 min

Reset Week 4: Humility

This week we talk humility! What does it mean for us to humble ourselves as Christians? Why did Jesus use a little child as an example? And what on earth do Phil's driving habits have to do with this spiritual practice???? Join us!

Oct 07, 202222 min

Sanctuary Worship 10-2-22

"Becoming Little" Reset: Humility Rev. Phillip Blackburn Sanctuary Worship 10-2-22 www.1pres.org/giving

Oct 02, 202254 min

Reset Week 3: Self Control

This week we talk about holding back and holding on. All we really control is ourselves, but how can we do that better? How does self-control help us with anxiety? And finally, what does it mean to practice self-control as a follower of Jesus? Join Phil and Tasha as they discuss this and more!

Sep 29, 202222 min

Sanctuary Worship 9-25-22

"On the Run" Reset: Temperance Rev. Tasha Blackburn Sanctuary Worship 9-25-22 www.1pres.org/giving

Sep 25, 202240 min

Reset Week 2: Patience

This week we....wait?!?!?!?! Patience is an important part of the Christian life and it is the other side of anger. In this episode we talk about cultivating the practice of patience, what Scripture passages might help us, and how patience fits within our lives of faith. Check it out!

Sep 22, 202226 min

Sanctuary Worship 9-18-22

"Who Are You Wearing?" Reset: Patience Rev. Tasha Blackburn Sanctuary Worship 9-18-22 www.1pres.org/giving

Sep 18, 202245 min

The Reset: Charity

Our new series focuses on the 7 Cardinal Virtues, the historic counterpoints to the 7 deadly sins. We begin this week with Charity. In this. episode we talk about the relationship between charity and freedom, the ways in which charity testifies to our faith in God, and the ways in which charity works against greed. Check it out!

Sep 15, 202224 min

Sanctuary Worship 9-11-22

"All Your Life, Nothing but Charity Sustains You" Reset: Charity Rev. Phillip Blackburn Sanctuary Worship 9-11-22 www.1pres.org/giving

Sep 11, 202239 min

Sanctuary Worship 9-4-22

"Getting into Shape" Rev. Tasha Blackburn Sanctuary Worship 9-4-22 www.1pres.org/giving

Sep 04, 202248 min

Wait, What?!?!?!: Week 5

We have come to the end of the fascinating Book of Jonah. This week we talk about satire, tribalism and God's justice and mercy. Join us!

Sep 01, 202221 min

Sanctuary Worship 8-28-22

"Does Sparing the Rod Spoil the Child? Rev. Tasha Blackburn Sanctuary Worship 8-28-22 www.1pres.org/giving

Aug 28, 202243 min

Wait, What? Week 4: Ninevah is ...spared?

This week we look at chapter 3 of Jonah. The prophet arrives in Ninevah and proclaims his message. The city repents. Then God surprisingly relents. What does all this tell us about God's plans and purposes; God's mercy and judgment? Phil and Tasha talk about these questions and more. Join us.

Aug 25, 202217 min

Sanctuary Worship 8-21-22

"The Times Are Changing" Rev. Phillip Blackburn Sanctuary Worship 8-21-22 www.1pres.org/giving

Aug 21, 202242 min

Wait, What? Episode 3: The fish or whale or whatever

Tasha and Phil talk about the relationship between suffering and joy. How does Jonah's time in the belly of the fish inform our understanding of discipleship and God's will? Can we grow in our faith by dying to ourselves. These topics and more this week. Join us!

Aug 20, 202221 min

Sanctuary Worship 8-14-22

"Deep Calls to Deep" Rev. Tasha Blackburn Sanctuary Worship 8-14-22 www.1pres.org/giving

Aug 14, 202252 min

Wait, What? Week 2: The Storm

This week Phil and Tasha talk about Jonah 1: 4-16; Jonah's stormy mediterranean cruise. We talk about what it means to be called by God, what God's call may be in our own lives, and what type of figure Jonah actually is. Join us.

Aug 10, 202220 min

Sanctuary Worship 8-7-22

"The Sound of Inevitability" Rev. Phillip Blackburn Sanctuary Worship 8-7-22 www.1pres.org/giving

Aug 07, 202252 min

Wait...What? Preaching, Discipleship and the Book of Jonah

During August our podcast will echo our sermon series and focus on the Book of Jonah. In episode one Tasha and Phil look at verses 1-3 of chapter 1 of Jonah. We talk about the call of the prophet, what it means to heed or flee that call, and what Jonah's story has to do with our own. Join us!

Aug 05, 202220 min

Rham Asks a Question: How do we get along at home?

In a brief episode, Phil and Rham talk about getting along at home when there are big differences in faith practices, values or politics. There are no easy answers, but perhaps some basic principles can help folks bridge divides in their own household.

Jul 15, 202212 min

Presby-Who: The Trinity

Who or what is God? Since the beginning of faith, much less Christianity, humans have sought an answer to this question. For those of us who call ourselves "Christian," the answer is God is Triune. We believe in a God who is Father, Son and Holy Spirit. In this episode Tasha and Phil take a closer look at this ancient belief and discuss what it means for us today. Join us.

Jun 09, 202221 min

Presby-Who: The Christian Life

Christianity is communal. There is no other way around it. This week, Phil and Tasha talk about what it means, exactly, for us to think of ourselves as a people rather than a group of individuals. They reflect on the ways the Church does this well and poorly. And they talk about the many ways the Church was organized to foster a sense of unity and shared purpose.

Jun 03, 202228 min

Heaven and Hell: Three Images for Heaven

Pastor Tasha and Jan wrap up the Heaven and Hell series looking at three images Jesus uses for Heaven: kingdom of God, resurrection of the body, and new creation.

Jun 01, 202231 min

Sanctuary Worship 5-29-22

"Picking Up the Mantle" Next: Week 5 Rev. Tasha Blackburn Sanctuary Worship 5-29-22 www.1pres.org/giving

May 29, 202245 min

Presby-Who: The Life to Come

So, what comes next? After we are finished here, what does the Reformed faith teach us to expect? In this episode Phil and Tasha talk about heaven, hope, and the nature of Jesus' promises. Finally, they discuss the difference between trust and control. Join us!

May 27, 202224 min
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