This week, on the To Be The Church podcast, Andrew and Tyler are talking about the history of our local church and how it has changed in the last 79 years. Also, the guys answer questions about how much poor theology is too much and why shouldn’t pastors, elders, and church staff be responsible for all church programs and events. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
This week, Andrew and Tyler respond to questions from TBTC listeners. The guys work through the definitions of topical and expositional sermons. In this, they answer the question of what role does exegesis play in biblical preaching. And from another submitted question, Andrew and Tyler look at the creation account of the Book of Genesis and how to interpret it. RESOURCES: “Worthy” by Beautiful Eulogy CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechu...
This week, Andrew and Tyler are joined by Dave Leandre, Lead Pastor of Elmira Christian Center in Elmira New York. Andrew, Tyler, and Dave sit down to discuss TV and movies. How much is too much? Also, TBTC responds to an interesting question about Sunday night services and why local churches should bring them back. RESOURCES: Kings Kaleidoscope John Mark McMillan CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
This week, Andrew and Tyler look at preaching the Old Testament. How can you connect the OT with Christ without repetitious sermons? Also, Andrew and Tyler discuss the topic of God’s presence and the New Covenant. RESOURCES: History & Background Sermon All LifePoint Church Sermons Preaching Christ from the Old Testament by Sidney Greidanus Panel on Preaching Christ in the OT by The Gospel Coalition CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethech...
When meetings, tasks, and life get in the way of work, how do you stay on track and make the most of the time you have? Tyler and Andrew address productivity and give resources that they utilize to manage their schedules and maximize their work weeks. Also, Tyler and Andrew discuss the phrase “this is my calling” on Christian or Christianese. RESOURCES: Ideal Schedule by Context Coaching Trello Boomerang Called to the Ministry by Edmond Clowney Pastors’ Talk Podcast by 9Marks The Trellis and the...
This week, Andrew and Tyler bring in their friend Chad Francis from Living Water Church across town. The topic at hand: when you’re looking for a “church job,” should you find a church that aligns with your vision, or find a church where you can change the culture. The guys also talk about church differences, pastoral transitions, and awkward Google reviews. RESOURCES: Reformed Northwest Podcast CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
This week, “Christian or Christianese” is back! Andrew and Tyler discuss the presence of God and whether or not it is a biblical idea or just something made up over time. They also share resources on studying the presence of God further. RESOURCES: The Presence of God by Ryan Lister Practicing the Presence of God by Brother Lawrence Distant God by Chris Nye The Pursuing God by Joshua Ryan Butler CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
This week, Tyler and Andrew respond to a question from Episode 123. They discuss church staff culture and how that shows when addressing sensitive issues, specifically on social media. Andrew and Tyler walk through the process of training young church leaders and explain why that is so important to growing as a staff and a local church. RESOURCES: One Nation Under God by: Kevin M. Kruse Sing On! by: The Sing Team A Little Exercise for Young Theologians by: Helmut Thielicke The Emotionally Health...
In this episode, Andrew and Tyler discuss fall-kick offs and what they mean for the local church. Also, they talk about church members, growing closer in community at different size churches, and what change looks like for a church staff. RESOURCES: Episode 116: From the Street to the Table CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
After a summer full of staff transitions, camps, weekly gatherings, and vacations, Andrew and Tyler are back in the saddle, discussing Tyler’s recent trip to Haiti, pastoral prayers, and how to lead the local church in viewing current events through the lens of the gospel. RESOURCES: Tyler’s Pastoral Prayer Life of Martyn Lloyd-Jones by: Iain Murry George Whitefield by: Arnold Dallimore The Benedict Option by: Rod Dreher 1984 by: George Orwell Animal Farm by: George Orwell East of Eden by: John ...
After a week off, Andrew and Tyler are back to talk about this Summer at TBTC. Plans for the Fall are hinted at. And a recap is given of the exciting months that have already flown by this year. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch
This week, Tyler introduces the Church Music Matters Podcast. This new podcast is centered around music in the Church, musical worship songwriting, and liturgy. In this episode of Church Music Matters we sit down with Zac Hicks, author of The Worship Pastor, and talk about the importance of developing a doxological philosophy of worship. You can find more info on the Church Music Matters Podcast at tobethechurch.com . CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitt...
This week, Tyler and Courtney sit down to discuss a new podcast on the TBTC Network, Cinema Stories. This new podcast is all about connecting faith and film, looking at how culture longs for and reflects the gospel narrative in our stories. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch
After quite a few weeks, Andrew and Tyler are back together! In this episode, they talk about new podcasts coming out through TBTC, including Cinema Stories and Church Music Matters. They also talk about staff transitions at local church contexts. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
This week, Tyler and Courtney sit down with Pastor and Author Jeff Vanderstelt about his new book Gospel Fluency. RESOURCES: Gospel Fluency by Jeff Vanderstelt Saturate by Jeff Vanderstelt Cinema Stories Podcast CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch
With Andrew and Tyler out of the office, Courtney and Max are here to discuss what it is like working behind the scenes at To Be The Church and as administrative staff at a local church. As Bible-college graduates, Courtney and Max also give advice to current Bible-college students and tell some funny stories from their start to vocational ministry. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
For Episode 116, Andrew and Tyler talk about being in community in a local church. They discuss the methods used at LifePoint Church, TBTC’s local context, including the importance of developing a culture of community. RESOURCES: Gospel Fluency by: Jeff Vanderstelt CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
This week, Andrew and Tyler sit down to discuss the divide between everyday, secular life and our spiritual lives, including a conversation about an eighty-one million dollar addition to a church facility and the world’s largest stained glass work. RESOURCES: Unceasing Worship by: Harold Best Art and the Bible by: Francis Schaffer Christ in Culture by: H. Richard Niebuhr Christ in Culture Revisited: D. A. Carson Gospel Fluency by: Jeff Vanderstelt CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook...
Tyler sits down with Preston Sprinkle to talk about the TBTC Book Club: April Book of the Month. However, Tyler and Preston go much further and discuss some of his other books as well, covering topics like the LGBTQ community, church planting, and Christian non-violence. RESOURCES: Go by: Preston Sprinkle Fight by: Preston Sprinkle A People to be Loved by: Preston Sprinkle Gospel Fluency by: Jeff Vanderstelt CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tob...
In this week’s episode, Andrew and Tyler tackle the subject of whether or not New Testament believers should celebrate Old Testament feasts and traditions. They also discuss the use of pronouns when it comes to addressing members of the transgender community. RESOURCES: “A People to be Loved” by: Preston Sprinkle “Talking Points: Transgender” by: Vaughan Roberts “Gospel Fluency” by: Jeff Vanderstelt CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurc...
With Andrew out this week, Tyler and Courtney sit down to talk about songwriting and precipitation… and when those two worlds collide. Also, Tyler interviews Barnabas Piper on his book, The Curious Christian. RESOURCES: The Curious Christian by: Barnabas Piper Go by: Preston Sprinkle The Stories We Tell by: Mike Cosper CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
Join Andrew and Tyler as they sit down and discuss the opportunities for development that churches have coming out of the Easter season. They also talk about the differences between faithful shepherding and simply manipulating in a local church context. RESOURCES: Go by: Preston Sprinkle CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
Andrew is out of the office, so Tyler sits down with another local pastor to talk about the 9 Marks Conference, which they both recently attended. In this episode they walk through their thoughts on marks 5-9 of a healthy church. RESOURCES: Go by: Preston Sprinkle 9 Marks of a Healthy Church by: Mark Never & David Platt Discipling by: Mark Dever Evangelism by: J. Mack Stiles Church Membership by: Jonathan Leeman What is a Healthy Church Member? by: Thabiti M. Anyabwile 9 Marks Website: https...
Andrew is out of the office, so Tyler sits down with another local pastor to talk about the 9 Marks Conference, which they both recently attended. In this episode, they walk through their thoughts on the first four marks of a healthy church. RESOURCES Stop Asking Jesus into Your Heart by: J.D. Greear Conversion by: Michael Lawrence CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
Andrew and Tyler sit down to discuss great sermon podcasts that they’d recommend. They also talk about ministry salaries. How much is too much for a pastor to be making? RESOURCES: Podcasts Sign Posts The Emotionally Healthy Leader Theology in the Raw Thinking in Public Village Church The Gospel Coalition Reality San Fransisco Bridgetown Meere Fidelity Cultivated Vanderbloemen Institute Books The Stories We Tell by: Mike Cosper The Curious Christian by: Barnabas Piper CONTACT US: podcast@tobethe...
Andrew and Tyler sit down and look at the role of women in the Church. They are also joined by a good friend of the podcast and missionary to East Africa. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch
This week we tackle your questions. What do you do when the church turns into an “industrial complex?” How often should you play the card “God told me…” with your friends? And how can you help musicians that aren’t ready for Sunday mornings? RESOURCES: “Just Do Something” by: Kevin DeYoung “The Worship Pastor” by: Zac Hicks “The Curious Christian” by: Barnabas Piper CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
We hit RECORD while Tyler and Andrew were chatting about ridiculous pastor posts on Facebook, and then they discuss un-cool youth ministry and what to do when you’re not where you thought you’d be in five years. RESOURCES: Podcast – Don’t Feed the Trolls Start by: John Acuff Just Do Something by: Kevin DeYoung The Curious Christian by: Barnabas Piper CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
This week, Tyler and Andrew talk about a Facebook comment left on the TBTC page: “why do we have to have a sermon every weekend?” Also, they discuss a listener’s concern that a close family member thinks they’re a Christian, but consistently behaves contrary to the gospel. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
Tyler is out this week so we’re bringing back an old segment favorite: Questions With Drew. Oh yea, Michael is on this week too… and trying not to make awkward eye contact. RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: The Stories We Tell by: Mike Cosper CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com , facebook.com/tobethechurch & twitter.com/tobethechurch...
