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To Be The Church

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Each Friday, NGC pastors Andrew, Tyler, and Ben host a podcast about theology, the Christian life, and what it looks like ‘to be the church’ together.
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Episodes

433. Why Doesn't God Save Everyone?

If it is God who changes the heart of a sinner, why doesn't he save everyone? The guys dive into this questions and others like it this week on the last episode of TBTC of 2023. CONTACT US AT: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook: @tobethechurch instagram: @tobethechurch

Dec 22, 202319 min

432. Church Hurt: Who's to Blame?

If you are hurt at or church or by a church leader who is to blame? Is it the Church, is it the person, is it both? This week, Tyler, Andrew, and Ben answer this question and more. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch instragram.com/tobethechurch...

Dec 15, 202319 min

431. Small Church vs. Big Church

Ben, Tyler, and Andrew discuss the differences between a big church and a small church. Is one inherently better? Do believes prefer one over the other? These questions and more on this week's episode of TBTC. Contact us at: Podcast@tobethechurch.com Facebook.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Dec 08, 202324 min

430. Is the Internet Making Us Dumber?

This week the guys are back together! They are asking the question, is the internet making us dumber? CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Dec 03, 202321 min

429. Pastors, Friendship, and Acts 29

This week Tyler and Andrew talk about the Acts 29 conference hosted at Northwest Gospel Church and the subject of friendship in pastor ministry. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Nov 17, 202320 min

428. Sermon Series And Community Group Study Guides

This week Tyler is all by himself! He addresses a listener question on how we make our sermon series study guides, how we decide what to preach, and more. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Nov 10, 202317 min

427. Internship, Vocational Ministry, and The Class of 2024

This week Tyler sits down with former preaching track intern, Will Gunn. They discuss what the NGC internship is all about, what to expect, and who would be a good fit for the next internship here at Northwest Gospel Church. More Info: nwgospel.com/intern Will's Instagram: @will_thethrill09 Contact Us: podcast@tobethechurch.com Socials @tobethechruch...

Nov 03, 202319 min

426. Lyrical Analysis Is Back!

Everyone's favorite nit-picky segment of diving into lyrics of Christian songs to see if they are true, clear, and compelling. This week Andrew, Ben, and Tyler discuss one of Phil Wickham's newer singles. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Oct 27, 202325 min

425. Preaching To Teenagers

Does preaching to teenagers change the way we preach? Should a sermon for youth group be different or more topical than another? This week, the guys addressed these questions on preaching and a problematic Facebook post. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com youtube.com/tobethechurch Facebook.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch...

Oct 13, 202323 min

424. Style vs. Substance In The Church

So often the church can focus on style or substance and sometimes lack a good middle ground. This week Andrew, Tyler, and Ben discuss style vs. substance as well as what they are planning for the advent season. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Oct 08, 202325 min

423. Are Current Bible Translations Legit?

This week Tyler and Andrew answer a listeners question. Are the current Bible translations we have legitimate, specifically in regards to specific sins and sexual ethics. Resources: What Does the Bible Really Teach about Homosexuality by Kevin DeYoung https:// www.thenivbible.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/HCCP_Bible_translation_chart_2018.pdf...

Sep 29, 202319 min

422. Casting Out Demons in a Church Gathering

Are we commanded in the Bible to cast out demons publicly? This week Tyler, Andrew, and Ben address this and other questions about spiritual warfare. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Sep 22, 202320 min

420. Tyler is Back & Church Community

This week Tyler, Andrew, and Ben are all back together! The guys discuss Ben's question on Church community and what it has meant for the three of them over the years. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Sep 08, 202319 min

419. Church Denominations and Prophecy

Ben is joined by Dr. Todd Miles to discuss church denomination and the gift of prophecy in the local church today. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Sep 01, 202326 min

418. Cannabis and the Christian: Should Christians Smoke Marijuana?

Ben is joined by Dr. Todd Miles to discuss his book Cannabis and the Christian. Todd breaks down how Christians should think about topics that are not directly addressed in the Bible and how Marijuana is one of these topics that Christians need to think critically about. Should Christians smoke pot? Watch the full episode to get Ben and Todd's thoughts. Purchase the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Cannabis-Christian-Bible-about-Marijuana/dp/1087734967 CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com face...

Aug 26, 202329 min

416. Does God Really Love ME?!

This week Ben and Max discuss a listener's question on the love of God. Does God really love me, and how do I feel it? CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Aug 11, 202328 min

415. Ben is Back!

Andrew is reunited with Ben Potloff this week as he returns from his sabbatical. Ben reflects on the time he had and what God taught him while he was away. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Aug 04, 202321 min

414. Sabbaticals: The Ones They Leave Behind

This week Max Janusch and Andrew discuss Ben's sabbatical in anticipation of his return next week. What does having a sabbatical look like for the rest of the staff and leadership at Northwest Gospel Church? CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Jul 28, 202323 min

413. Fasting, False Teachers, Tim Keller, and More

Andrew is back this week and answering a ton of listener questions. Everything from fasting to why we don't celebrate the virgin Mary on Mothers Day. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch...

Jul 21, 202324 min

412. The Joy of Having Summer Interns

This week TBTC is joined by Noah Soistmann and Cody Wisenbaker as they reflect on this year's summer interns. They sit down and talk about the unexpected joy and help that an intern class can be in a church. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Jul 14, 202327 min

411. Biblical Tithe and Get Your Money Back Guaranteed

This week TBTC is joined by Executive Pastor of Operations Nathan Noorlun to discuss a controversial tithe challenge. Tithe and if you aren't satisfied get your money back. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Jul 07, 202327 min

410. The Call to Ministry: Feels, Affirmation, & Fruit

This week Andrew taught on the topic of calling. With so many people these days trying to discern what their "calling" is, Andrew and Caleb break it down together. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Jun 30, 202325 min

409. Is It Always a Sin To Lie?

This week Andrew is joined by preaching intern Will Gunn. The two answer a listener's question on lying. As well they discuss the call to ministry and preaching through the entire Bible in a life time. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Jun 23, 202330 min

408. To Be a Pastor's Kid (PK)

This week on the TBTC Podcast, Andrew interviews his daughter Olivia. He asks her what it is like to be a PK, what she remembers of other churches, and to describe the culture of NGC. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Jun 16, 202326 min

407. Summer, Interns, and Andrew All By Himself

This week is the first week Andrew does TBTC all by himself. With Tyler and Ben on sabbatical Andrew pulls in a few interns to talk about NGC, the summer, and the what he is going to be doing on TBTC for the next couple months. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Jun 09, 202320 min

406. Ministry Growth, Development, and Change

This week Tyler talks to Max Janusch about his ministry's growth and development over the years. They talk about everything from interning to Eldering at one of our local locations. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

Jun 02, 202333 min

405. Choosing Our Curriculum

This week Tyler is joined by special guest Courtney Huna to answer a listener’s question. They discuss how they choose an existing curriculum, molding one to fit a specific ministry or, in some cases, making their own. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

May 19, 202326 min

404. The Gradual Shift... Local Churches and Denominations

Today, Tyler and Andrew answer a listener question about the divide… the moment they knew they no longer were a part of a specific denomination or tribe. Also, Tyler’s leaving in a few weeks and Andrew needs your help. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

May 12, 202331 min

403. Discernment & Andrew's Bobblehead

Today the guys talk about Andrew’s graduation gift gone awry. Also, Tyler and Andrew answer a listener's question about discernment in social gatherings. CONTACT US: podcast@tobethechurch.com facebook.com/tobethechurch twitter.com/tobethechurch instagram.com/tobethechurch youtube.com/tobethechurch...

May 05, 202320 min
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