Ask Anything 2022

Pastors Luke Simmons, Seth Troutt, and Matthew Braselton provide biblical answers and wisdom to questions on a variety of issues. 

King & Culture Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/king-culture/id1531036631

0:04:28 - Is there a dream or vision, outside of our abilities, that each of you has for Gateway or Redemption that will require years to achieve?
0:08:48 - What are we doing, and what more could we do to engage the issue of abortion more in our community?
0:11:28 - Is pornography use grounds for divorce?  Is Gateway doing anything to confront pornography and support wives?  If so, what?
0:14:29 - What does Redemption believe about mental health struggles?
0:16:57 - Is there a Biblical foundation for Church membership?  Why do you find it important?
0:21:20 - Why are there so many English versions of the Bible, and why did Gateway choose ESV?
0:25:10 - As pastors, what patterns of sin and brokenness do you see over and over?  Are there “usual suspects” that shipwreck people’s lives, and how would you admonish us to avoid them?
0:31:50 - Is the creation account in Genesis literal or allegorical?  And what ramifications does that have on the Gospel?
0:36:02 - How are does ‘perseverance of the saints’ go?  If someone was baptized and had fruit earlier in life but then walked away, are they still saved?
0:39:13 - Are there any plans to teach through any end-times books? (Revelation, Ezekiel, Daniel)
0:40:03 - Are there any specific areas of ministry that need extra support as we go into the new year?
0:41:25 - How does Gateway view the LGBTQ community?
0:42:10 - How should Christians consider the legal use of alcohol and/or recreational drugs like marijuana?
0:47:18 - What does the Bible tell us about angels?  Are they around protecting us, guiding us, and keeping us from going the wrong path?
0:49:30 - What is Luke’s role with Redemption, and who else is a part of the leadership team?  What is Tyler Johnson’s role, now that he’s returned from sabbatical?
0:53:10 - Is COVID a sign from Revelation?
0:56:18 - How and when should Christians choose to actively engage in civil disobedience?
0:59:57 - We talk a lot about God the Father and Jesus the Son, but not as much about the Holy Spirit.  What exactly is the role of the Spirit?
1:01:53 - If I want to be developed as a leader in the church, what should I do?
1:05:20 - Could you further explain the conviction of Redemption AZ that says “Chronic seriousness is often a symptom of chronic insecurity”?
1:09:52 - What are your thoughts on prepping and storing up ammo in the event of political/ societal unrest that leads to a need to defend yourself?
1:12:42 - What aspect of your role is most misunderstood?
1:15:40 - What can we look forward to heaven being like?
1:17:12 - What does Judgment Day look like for Christians when they stand before God and give an account for their life?
1:19:34 - After the Bible, what one book would you recommend for personal Christian growth?
1:21:19 - Closing Prayer