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Episode 69: Mission Possible Jun 19, 2024

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In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss his sermon from Esther 7. They begin by looking ahead to the upcoming sermon series and the reason for them. They consider the definition and purpose of worship. They then discuss many different facets of idolatry. Chris wraps up by telling his story about how he became a pastor and how we should stay in God’s purpose.

Here is the book that Chris mentioned:

Counterfeit Gods - Tim Keller:
https://a.co/d/idlLTpe

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Episode 68: Pride & Providence Jun 12, 2024

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In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss his sermon from Esther 6. They begin with a question about the royal attire that Xerxes gave Mordecai when he was honored. They spend the rest of the show discussing Haman’s pride and how we exhibit that same characteristic. Chris gives his thoughts on the idea of self-esteem and whether it’s an important topic to consider or not. He also talks about why pride is hard to spot in ourselves and how we can take steps to acknowledge it in the moment. They wrap up by discussing our propensity to find our approval in anyone or anything other than God.

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Episode 67: A Defining Moment Jun 05, 2024

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In this episode, Chris, Nate, Matt, and Paul discuss the biblical story of Haman and the importance of humility and contentment in Christian life. The conversation highlights the role of community in spiritual growth and the need for honest self-reflection. They emphasize the concept of waiting on the Lord and relying on His guidance rather than taking matters into their own hands. The episode concludes with encouragement to live out these principles, drawing inspiration from the book of Esther.

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Episode 66: If I Perish, I Perish May 29, 2024

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In this episode, Brenton and Chris aimed to explore and expand upon the weekly sermons delivered at the church. In each episode, the hosts engage in thoughtful discussions that make the biblical teachings more accessible and practical for daily living. They tackle various themes, such as discerning God's will, the significance of community, and living out Christian values in a modern context. By providing deeper insights and real-life applications, Brenton and Chris help listeners connect more profoundly with the messages and enhance their spiritual growth. The podcast is designed to be a companion for those looking to deepen their understanding of faith and integrate it more fully into their lives.

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Episode 65: Hidden Providence May 22, 2024

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In this episode, Brenton, Christian Frey, Nathan Williams, and Jeremiah Landon discuss their sermons from Esther 3. They begin the show by discussing how it’s different to preach from a narrative passage rather than another type of scripture. They discuss the idea of coincidence and whether it is compatible with God’s providence. They then spend the rest of the episode considering lament. What is it, and why should we do it? Why has the Church been uncomfortable with it, and how can we begin to make it a regular part of our lives?

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Episode 64: Hidden Favor May 15, 2024

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In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss his sermon from Esther 2. Chris begins by discussing the role of Eunuchs in the Persian empire. They then discuss the role of God’s providence in light of human sin. They wrap up by discussing what our culture values and how they relate to the story of Xerxes.

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Episode 63: Deliverance through Providence May 08, 2024

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In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss his sermon from Esther 1. Chris begins by talking about why he chose Esther and what he’s hoping to communicate through this series. They consider the literary style of this book and how we should read different forms of scripture. Brenton explains the difference between providence and sovereignty. They also discuss what it looks like to take earthly powers too seriously. They wrap up by giving some resources that can be a companion to this series.
Here is a list of the resources that were mentioned:
https://a.co/d/1hALywa - Faith Among the Faithless - Mike Cosper

https://a.co/d/5hnxmw8 - Esther (The NIV Application Commentary) - Karen Jobes

https://a.co/d/eJRkaLN - God and Politics in Esther - Yoram Hazony
https://youtu.be/JydNSlufRIs?si=gKgMgih3681mQKpk - Book of Esther Summary - The Bible Project

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Episode 62: Joyful Generosity in Practice May 01, 2024

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In this episode, Brenton and Chris dialogue with Matt and Mike Shinn about the practical side of generosity. They begin by discussing some dangers that money can have in our lives. They give their thoughts on intentional financial planning. They cover topics like money in a marriage, debt, retirement, and budgeting. They also consider obstacles to generosity and how to deal with them.

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Episode 61: Joyful Generosity Apr 24, 2024

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In this episode, Brenton and Chris discuss his sermon from 2 Corinthians 9. Chris starts by giving advice to people who might find giving to be burdensome at first. They continue by discussing the role of both the individual in the church and the local church as an organization in generosity. They also consider who the recipients of our generosity should be. Should we give indiscriminately to both believers and non-believers? They wrap up by giving advice to married people when there is disagreement about giving.

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Episode 60: What Does Generosity Look Like? Apr 17, 2024

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In this episode, Brenton, Chris, and Brock Ita discuss generosity from a practical perspective. Brenton and Chris begin by providing some context around the Macedonian churches and why it was significant that they were continually giving to Paul’s mission. Brock then answers questions on the practical side of generosity, such as what holds most people back from giving their resources and what practical steps we can take to increase generosity. He wraps up with some advice for younger generations.

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