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Appropriating The Culture: Student Loan Forgiveness

Pastor Shane Miller - We’re back to our regular scheduled programming discussing the recent executive action to “forgive” student loans and the biblical text touted to justify it.

Sep 01, 2022•16 min

Appropriating The Culture: Canonization

Pastor Shane Miller - On today’s episode we wrap up our video series on the authority of Scripture, by looking at the process of canonization.

Aug 25, 2022•15 min

Appropriating The Culture: Manuscripts & Reconstruction

Pastor Shane Miller - On today’s episode we continue our video series on the authority of Scripture, looking at the process by which we reconstruct the original manuscripts of New Testament.

Aug 18, 2022•7 min

Appropriating The Culture: Inerrancy of Scripture

Pastor Shane Miller - On today’s episode we continue our video series on the authority of Scripture, focusing on what exactly it means for the Bible to be “inerrant” and discuss the use and importance of hermeneutics.

Aug 10, 2022•11 min

Kingdom Parables - Part 5

Rev. Ryan Hall In this week's episode, Reverand Ryan explored the parable of the talents. He explained that this parable is known for being complex and there is disagreement on its meaning. Upon first glance, it appears to be a lesson on being a good steward of the blessings you are given. Reverand Ryan also believes that this parable is a lesson in trusting our creator. Bible Verses Mentioned Matthew 25:14-30 Quotes "Jesus says I am the truth and you can trust in me in all circumstances." "Do y...

Aug 08, 2022•18 min

Appropriating The Culture: Authority of Scripture

Pastor Shane Miller - On today’s episode, ATC announces a hiatus, while promising several new exciting projects. But in the interim we kick-off a multi-part series on the authority of Scripture.

Aug 04, 2022•9 min

Kingdom Parables - Part 4

Pastor Shane Miller Whether you are new to being a Christian or grew up in the church we would love to hear from you and get to know you! Connect with us through our website https://tccalive.org/home/ . If you like this podcast please rate and comment. Connect: https://tccalive.org/connect/ Give: https://tccalive.org/give/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tccalive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tccalive Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5dNOIehfVxePU1tWOr-qhA...

Jul 31, 2022•24 min

Appropriating The Culture: Rewarding Awards

Pastor Shane Miller - On today’s episode we examine recent winners of a few “major awards,” and analyze what that means for us as a culture and the appropriate Christian response.

Jul 28, 2022•11 min

Kingdom Parables - Part 3

Jul 25, 2022•24 min

Appropriating The Culture: The Power of Mockery

Pastor Shane Miller - On todays episode we continue with our discussion on the power of mockery, focusing on how mockery can shape and influence the culture and whether Christians should harness that power.

Jul 21, 2022•10 min

Kingdom Parables - Part 2

Mario Flores In this week's episode, Pastor Mario discussed the parables that compare the Kingdom of Heaven to treasure. He asked us to analyze the things we value, and left us with a question. Are you abandoning everything in order to chase after the Kingdom of Heaven, or are you hanging onto the things of this world and putting them above God? Bible Verses Mentioned: Matthew 13:44-46 Matthew 13:10-17 Quotes: "If we have Jesus we have everything we need." - Pastor Mario Whether you are new to b...

Jul 18, 2022•13 min

Appropriating The Culture: Ought We Mock?

On todays episode we talk about the power of mockery and discuss whether or not it is ever morally right for Christians to mock.

Jul 14, 2022•11 min

Kingdom Parables - Part 1

Rev. Ryan Hall In this week's episode, Reverand Ryan explores the reasons Jesus taught with parables. He discusses how the parables about the Kingdom of God can help us understand complex topics and bring us closer to Him. Bible Verses Mentioned: Matthew 13:10-17 Romans 8:14 Quotes: "Paradoxically the sovereignty of the kingdom of Christ leads us not into a kind of imprisonment but to freedom." - Rev. Ryan Whether you are new to being a Christian or grew up in the church we would love to hear fr...

Jul 10, 2022•14 min

Appropriating The Culture: Comment Section

Pastor Shane Miller - On today’s episode we take a scroll through our comment section, give feedback on your feedback, rebut your rebuttals, and butcher your last names.

Jul 06, 2022•10 min

Heart of Worship - Part 4

Pastor Steve Duyst In this week's episode, Pastor Steve discusses how to worship God in our recreation. He explains that even when we are participating in our hobbies we are still to participate with a heart postured to worship the Lord. Bible Verses Mentioned: Genesis 2:2-3 Exodus 23:12 Mark 2:27-28 Colossians 3:15-17 1 Corinthians 10:31-33 Quotes: "A way to use recreation as worship to glorify God is to use it as an opportunity to share the salvation of Jesus Christ..." - Pastor Steve Whether ...

Jul 03, 2022•28 min

Appropriating The Culture: Bye-bye Roe

On today’s episode we on today’s episode we look at the fallout and freak out of Roe V. Wade being overturned and discuss whether or not gloating is befitting for a Christian.

Jun 29, 2022•11 min

Heart of Worship - Part 3

Rev. Ryan Hall In this week's episode, Reverand Ryan Hall discusses the relationship between worship and priorities. He taught that we worship the things that we value most. This becomes a problem when we begin to value the materialistic things of this world over God. This is especially an issue in today's world concerning money. Bible Verses Mentioned: Matthew 6:19-34 Quotes: "Worship is ultimately about a proper ordering of our heart." "What we love is what we value. What we value is what we w...

Jun 26, 2022•14 min

Appropriating The Culture: Pride Heterodoxy & Heresy

Pastor Shane Miller - On today’s episode we watch more of ESPN commentator Sarah Spain chastise Christians for holding Christian views and discuss the line where heterodoxy becomes heresy.

Jun 22, 2022•14 min

Heart of Worship - Part 2

Rev. Ryan Hall In this week's episode, Reverand Ryan Hall speaks on the importance of living your life as an act of worship for God. He made it clear that when you do your daily work for yourself or your family it can often leave us broken or disappointed, but when we do our work for God and His glory it will never empty our cup. Bible Verses Mentioned: Colossians 3:15-17 Genesis 1:1 and 2:15 and 3:16-19 John 5:17 Quotes: "When we work, we worship God most when we know who we are working for." -...

Jun 19, 2022•19 min

Appropriating The Culture: Celebrate Pride or Else

Pastor Shane Miller - On today’s episode we examine the recent controversy surrounding the Tampa Bay Rays baseball players and analyze how the pride movement has shifted from requiring tolerance, to acceptance, and finally to demanding celebration and participation. PARENTAL WARNING.

Jun 15, 2022•13 min

Heart of Worship - Part 1

Pastor Shane Miller Whether you are new to being a Christian or you grew up in the church we would love to hear from you and get to know you! Connect with us through our website https://tccalive.org/home/ . If you like this podcast please rate and comment. Connect: https://tccalive.org/connect/ Give: https://tccalive.org/give/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tccalive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tccalive/...

Jun 12, 2022•21 min

Appropriating The Culture: Climate & Effective Protest

Pastor Shane Miller - On today’s episode we examine the recent protests on behalf of the planet, and discuss the art of protest and the lessons Christians can derive from questionable advocacy tactics.

Jun 09, 2022•14 min

Pentacost Sunday

Rev. Ryan Hall Whether you are new to being a Christian or you grew up in the church we would love to hear from you and get to know you! Connect with us through our website https://tccalive.org/home/ . If you like this podcast please rate and comment. Connect: https://tccalive.org/connect/ Give: https://tccalive.org/give/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tccalive Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tccalive/...

Jun 05, 2022•15 min

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