What does it mean to create a "culture" of unity? Is that even a thing the New Testament expects of Christians? The guys discuss this and so much more on a very special episode of Four Preachers and a Podcast, recorded in front of a live audience at The Light Network's Conference in Henderson, TN! ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Our world appears to be constantly suffering from tragedies. Every time we turn on the news it’s something new. When tragedy strikes, how do we balance having a heavenly hope without having a seemingly nonchalant attitude toward the suffering of others? How can we minister to those who are experiencing tragedy near us? What are some do’s and what are some don'ts? The guys discuss all of this and more on this episode of Four Preachers and a Podcast. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★...
Why is it important for Christians to have a healthy understanding of God? On this episode, the guys explore four passages of Scripture — Exodus 3, 33, John 1, and 2 Corinthians 1 — passages in which God reveals himself to us. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
On this episode, the guys answer a question from a listener about worship. What makes an action worship? How do we distinguish between worship and any other activity? Can someone accidentally worship? Programming note: this is the final episode for season 1 of Four Preachers and a Podcast. After a brief break in the summer, we will return in August, the Lord willing, for season 2! Do you have episode ideas or questions for future "Can You Help?" episodes? Let us know! We would love to hear from ...
Jesus says that his disciples are to be salt and light to the world, but thinking through this reveals several principles in tension. For example, we must connect with the world in order to save it, but we must separate from the world to remain pure. How do we balance these thoughts? After discussing the tensions, the guys dive deeper into the pictures themselves (salt and light), then ask some tough questions by way of application. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★...
How can social media be misused? How can be it used for good? The guys dive into biblical principles that should be considered (along with the principle of Christian liberty) when it comes to social media. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Encouragement isn't just fluff; it's vital to every Christian! On this episode of Four Preachers and a Podcast, the guys discuss why encouragement can be difficult and how we can create a culture of encouragement among our brothers and sisters in Christ. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The guys seek to offer a compassionate, biblically balanced answer to this week's question. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The guys enter the Challenging Sayings portion of their episodic cycle, turning their attention to the Beatitudes of Matthew 5:3-12. What does Jesus mean when he uses the term translated "blessed"? Why is it important that we understand it? Find out on season 1, episode 10 of Four Preachers and a Podcast. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Does the Bible discuss race in the same way we do? Should we be colorblind? What did Jesus and the inspired writers of the New Testament say and teach that sheds light on this issue. The guys discuss the answers to these questions and more as they discuss ethnicity from a biblical perspective. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Whatever we conclude the biblical requirements are for this topic, we have to be sure we are fair to the biblical text rather than Americanizing what the Bible says. With that (and several other caveats) in mind, the guys look to biblical principles to determine what Christians owe government. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Forgiveness is a quality of God's nature (Exodus 34:6-7), and it is to be imitated by His people (Matthew 6:12, 14-15). Forgiving someone who wrongs you is obviously easier said than done, nevertheless we cannot use the difficulty of forgiveness as an excuse to disobey this clear command from the Lord. On this episode of Four Preachers and a Podcast, the guys discuss the challenges of forgiveness and offer some practical tips to help us cultivate a heart like Jesus's heart. ★ Support this podcas...
On this "creating culture" episode, the guys discuss biblical hospitality. Why is hospitality a key part of the culture of the Lord's people? What is hospitality? How do we demonstrate it? In addition to talking through these questions, they also discuss how to motivate ourselves to be more hospitable and how to help the congregations with whom we worship to thrive in hospitality. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
Is it OK for a Christian to enjoy this world? What about passages that warn us not to love the world (1 John 2:15)? Or the ones that exhort us to set our minds on things above, not on things on the earth (Colossians 3:4)? The guys discuss loving God and enjoying this world on this episode of Four Preachers and a Podcast. Episode Resources: [BOOK] Strangely Bright by Joe Rigney [BOOK] The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer [ARTICLE] Are Christians Free to Enjoy the Things of Earth? ...
The Golden Rule is a challenging saying that combines together everything the subtitle of our show is about. The Golden Rule is a rule about life - it is instruction for day to day living for our every relationship and interaction. The Golden Rule is a rule about culture - it is how we should interact with our culture including those parts with which we disagree; it should be the norm of the culture within the church. The Golden Rule is a rule of Christianity - it comes to us from the lips of Je...
How is the term "identity" used in our culture and how does that compare and / or contrast to its biblical usage? The guys discuss identity and the modern world's quest for "enoughness" on this episode of Four Preachers and a Podcast. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
How should Christians interact with the news? On this episode, the guys discuss cases for and against the news, and conclude with several practical and biblical principles for faithfully interacting with the news. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
What is meant by the phrase "devotional life" and why is it important? The guys discuss this and share their challenges as well as practical tips for building a rich devotional life. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
The Light Network is excited to introduce a brand new podcast, Four Preachers and a Podcast: Conversations about Life, Culture, and Christianity. Join hosts Robert Hatfield, Chance Hicks, Hiram Kemp, and Brad McNutt each week as they discuss: Centering Topics: Practical things that focus on the Christian life and how to serve Jesus Current Events: How to respond as a Christian Cultural Analysis: Various ideas, thoughts, and issues in cultures and how to respond as a Christian Challenging Sayings...
