John 6:22-71 Own Your View of Jesus
Jesus is not far from any person. The problem is that you don’t get Jesus if you don’t receive Him. In this episode, we'll see 4 choices of how you can own your view of Jesus.
Dec 05, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 13
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John 5:18-47 Declaration of Jesus
Jesus is either a Liar, Lunatic or Lord. The problem is that key evidence of Jesus is being suppressed. In this episode, we'll see 2 perspectives of how this declaration of Jesus is key evidence in the case for Christ.
Dec 05, 2024•52 min•Season 6Ep. 11
John 6:1-21 Driven by Compassion
The feeling of compassion can drive faithful action. The problem is when rationalism gets in the way of compassion. In this episode, we will see several ways that Jesus was driven by compassion, and how His actions can guide ours.
Dec 05, 2024•45 min•Season 6Ep. 11
John 5:1-18 The Lordship of Jesus
Jesus is the Savior of the world. The problem is that you can’t have Savior-Jesus if you don’t want Lord-Jesus. In this episode, we'll see a couple ways that Jesus claimed His Lordship.
Nov 21, 2024•52 min•Season 6Ep. 10
John 4:46-54 In Desperation find Shalom
God offers Shalom. The problem is when life’s circumstances bring us to desperation. Today, we'll learn several faith actions to take so that when you’re desperate you can find Shalom in Jesus.
Nov 04, 2024•35 min•Season 6Ep. 9
John 4:1-45 Divine Detours
Detours are a part of life. The problem is that nobody looks forward to detours. In this episode we'll look at several breakthroughs that may occur when we expect the divine detour.
Oct 28, 2024•50 min•Season 5Ep. 8
John 3:22-36 Hear the Witnesses
Eyewitness testimony strengthens the reliability of a case. The problem is that people make faith decisions without reviewing enough evidence. In this episode, we will hear from the witnesses in the case against Jesus.
Oct 28, 2024•44 min•Season 5Ep. 7
John 3:1-21 Planting the Gospel Seed
Making disciples can seem like a daunting mission. The problem is that we can get overwhelmed with the mission to make disciples. In this episode, we'll see several ways that Jesus planted the gospel seed.
Oct 15, 2024•54 min•Season 6Ep. 6
John 2:13-25 The Innocent Disruptor
Jesus causes holy disruption. The problem is that Jesus’ actions and words get misjudged. In this episode, you'll find two main reasons why Jesus is an innocent Disruptor.
Oct 15, 2024•49 min•Season 6Ep. 5
John 2:1-12 Exhibit A: Jesus' First Sign
Belief in Jesus occurs when faith exceeds reasonable doubt. It’s unfair to evaluate Jesus with unreasonable doubt. In this episode, the apostle John introduces Exhibit A: Jesus’ first sign.
Sep 30, 2024•46 min•Season 6Ep. 4
John 1:35-51 Come and See
It takes some effort to investigate the claims about Jesus. The problem is that most people exert less effort on examining claims about Jesus than some of the most trivial matters of life. In this episode, we'll see a couple of learnings as to why it's so important to go and see Jesus.
Sep 23, 2024•48 min•Season 6Ep. 3
John 1:19-34 The Uncomplicated Life
Relationships make our lives complicated. The problem is that we complicate our relationship with Jesus. In this episode, we'll see that a simple life with Jesus simplifies our lives with each other.
Sep 23, 2024•40 min•Season 6Ep. 2
John 1:1-18 Opening Argument
A case for belief is only as good as its opening argument. The problem is that a vague case for belief will be dismissed. In this first episode of the series, the case for Jesus Christ can be ruled upon using John’s opening argument.
Sep 10, 2024•42 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Esther 9:1-10:3 Receiving God's Relief
Our souls long for God’s relief. The problem is that relief isn’t earned…it’s given. In this final episode of the series, we'll see several actions to receive God’s relief in our lives.
Sep 02, 2024•44 min•Season 5Ep. 10
Esther 8:1-17 Persistent Pursuit of God
Our journeys of faith involve persistence. The problem is that it takes a lot of effort to persistently pursue. In this episode, we'll see several traits to be a persistent pursuer of God.
Aug 26, 2024•42 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Esther 7:1-10 Getting God's Help with God-sized Moments
Each of us experiences God-sized moments. The problem is that there’s a tendency to not rely on God with our God-sized moments. In this episode, we'll see 3 steps to get God’s help with your God-sized moments.
Aug 19, 2024•49 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Esther 6:1-14 Poetic Justice
Poetic justice is when fairness is delivered through irony. The problem is that most of us don’t think of God working through irony. In this episode, we'll uncover several roles that show how God delivers poetic justice.
Aug 19, 2024•37 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Esther 5:1-14 Waiting on the Lord
Waiting can be a gift from the Lord. The problem is that we don’t like to wait. In this episode, we'll learn how to wait on the Lord’s plans.
Aug 08, 2024•34 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Esther 4:1-17 Our Despair and God's Deliverance
“The Lord is near to the brokenhearted” (Psalm 34:18). The problem is that we resist the feeling of despair. In this episode, we'll see several ways how God turns despair into deliverance.
Jul 30, 2024•44 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Proverbs - Practicing Humility - Pastor Phil Goward
Humility receives the honor that pride seeks. The problem is that we naturally drift towards pride. In this episode, we'll uncover ways to get honest with ourselves, looking at God's heart for us in the book of Proverbs.
Jul 30, 2024•31 min•Season 4Ep. 7
Special Interview of Rabbi Jen Kaluzny on Antisemitism from Esther 3
Antisemitism is on the rise. The problem is that antisemitism has been normalized and ignored. In this special interview episode, Rabbi Jen Kaluzny from Temple Israel joins Pastor Joe Seestadt to discuss the topic of antisemitism in Esther chapter 3 and in our world today.
Jul 16, 2024•22 min•Season 5Ep. 4
Esther 3:1-15 Opposing Antisemitism
Antisemitism is on the rise. The problem is that antisemitism has been normalized and ignored. In this episode, we'll see a few reasons why antisemitism exists and learn how to oppose antisemitism and other forms of hatred.
Jul 16, 2024•45 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Esther 2:1-23 Don't Judge People Too Quickly
Life’s circumstances can get complex. Esther’s life circumstances were complex. In this episode, we'll see several reasons why we aren't to judge the actions of people too quickly.
Jul 16, 2024•35 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Luke 17:11-19 Turning Back to Jesus
Personal faith is meant to be shared publicly. The problem is that private religion is hidden from God and others. In this episode, we'll see why it's so important to turn back to praise and thank Jesus.
Jul 02, 2024•34 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Esther 1:1-22 Overcoming insecurities
We all have insecurities. The problem is that we aren’t prone to admit we’re insecure. In this episode, you'll learn how to overcome your insecurities by looking at the failures of King Ahaseurus of Persia.
Jun 24, 2024•41 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Genesis 9:18-29, 11:1-9 Humble Walk of Faith
Our world promotes the broad road of self-promotion. The problem is that the sin of pride drives self-promotion. In this episode, we'll see how to walk the narrow road of humble faith.
Jun 17, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 12
Genesis 8:20-9:17 Back and Forth Relationship (Noahic Covenant and rainbow sign)
Any good relationship involves back and forth reciprocation. The problem is that one-sided relationships don't last. In this episode as we look at the Noahic Covenant and rainbow sign, we'll see how God goes far beyond back and forth with us.
Jun 10, 2024•39 min•Season 4Ep. 11
Genesis 7:17-8:19 God's Commitments Revealed with the Great Flood
You can understand someone by learning what they are committed to. The problem is that we conjure up false ideas about who God is. In this episode, we'll see where God’s commitments are by looking at 2 revelations of the Great Flood.
Jun 03, 2024•34 min•Season 4Ep. 10
Genesis 6:9-7:16 Live Radically
The Christian life should be radical. The problem is that we tend to avoid the radical Christian life. In this episode, we'll see several ways to live our lives radically, learning from Noah.
May 27, 2024•51 min•Season 4Ep. 9
Genesis 5:25-6:8 The Days of Noah
The days of Noah were a blessing and a curse. The problem is that ignorance doesn’t grant you permission with God. In this episode, we'll see why to be mindful of the days of Noah.
May 20, 2024•47 min•Season 4Ep. 8
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