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TMCP 187: Tod Bolsinger on Leading When Times Are Tough

Tod Bolsinger is the founder and principal at AE Sloan Leadership Inc., the executive director of the DePree Center Church Leadership Institute, and associate professor of leadership formation at Fuller Seminary. He is the author of Canoeing the Mountains and Tempered Resilience. Tod and his wife, Beth, split their time

Are Christians Always Expected to Sin?

Are Christians always expected to sin in word, thought, and deed? Is Romans 7 living as good as it gets? Here are some thoughts!

Is Sinning the Norm for Christians?

Do Christians continually have to sin? Romans 7:14-25 provides a striking reflection on the human struggle with sin. In these verses, Paul portrays the tension between the desire to do good and the frustrating reality of falling short.

God’s Law is Beautiful Because God is Beautiful

What comes to mind when you think of the law of God? Many might say “constricting.” It limits our fun and enjoyment of life. Or, slightly more positively, it’s a “necessary evil” to keep us from hurting ourselves.

Why Does Scripture Talk About Physical Beauty?

Does physical attraction matter in a marriage relationship? To some Christians, this question sounds bizarre. After all, isn’t internal beauty the only thing that counts? Song of Solomon 4 gives us a different perspective.

Stop Calling Yourself a Sinner

How do you refer to yourself as a Christian? Many believers refer to themselves as “saved sinners,” but the Apostle Paul wouldn’t have favored this type of language. For Paul, the thought of continuing in sin was appalling.

How You Should Respond to Grace

Have you ever wondered what your life would look like apart from the grace of God? Romans 3 gives us a picture. In step-by-step progression, Paul shows us several important points about our need for God.

Are You Embarrassed to Follow Jesus?

Have you ever felt embarrassed telling others you’re a Christian? The Apostle Paul certainly had this temptation. As the author of the Book of Romans, Paul wrote a priceless masterpiece that has influenced countless Christian leaders like Augustine, Calvin, Luther, and Wesley.

Trust God in the Storm

Are you facing a storm? Acts 27 picks up with Apostle Paul boarding a ship sailing to Rome as a prisoner to stand trial before Caesar. This is the grand purpose for which God has called him.

Double Down on the Gospel

How do you share your faith with others? In Acts chapter 26, the Apostle Paul stands before King Agrippa II and the Roman governor Festus in the city of Caesarea.

The Lord Is For You

Do you feel distressed and anxious? If so, Psalm 118 offers five words of comfort you should repeat to yourself: “The Lord is for me.”

Why Is Song of Solomon in the Bible?

Does God care about our sex life? The Book of Song of Solomon indicates he does. While some have tried to say the imagery in this book is a metaphor for Christ and his bride, this interpretation creates more problems than it solves.

How Do You Respond When People Accuse You?

Have you ever been accused by someone of doing something you didn’t do? In Acts 24, the Apostle Paul finds himself in a legal predicament after returning to Jerusalem.

Do You Have a Personal Testimony to Share?

How should you share your personal testimony with others? In Acts 22, the Apostle Paul is in Jerusalem, where he faces a hostile crowd accusing him of teaching against Jewish laws and defiling the temple by associating with Gentiles.

Do You Want to Live a Long Life or a Full Life?

What’s more important than your life and your happiness? For many, this is what it’s all about. But not the Apostle Paul.

How Do You Stay Open-Minded Without Being Duped?

Have you ever listened to a sermon or Bible study leader and wondered, How do I know that what this person is saying is right? In Acts 17, after encountering hostility and being forced to leave Thessalonica...

Are You Placing Yokes That Others Can’t Bear?

Do you make it hard for other Christians to follow Christ? In Acts 16, Paul and Silas are imprisoned when a miracle occurs. The jails are opened, and all the prisoners' bonds are unfastened.

Are You a Bold Christian?

Can people tell you've spent time with Jesus when they spend time with you?

Why Is Giving God Glory the Best Way to Be Happy?

Do you enjoy giving God glory? Psalm 115 contrasts the living God, who is in heaven and does whatever pleases him, with lifeless idols made of silver and gold that cannot see, hear, speak, or walk.

How Should I Invest My Life?

How Do You Handle Opposition?

Does opposition overwhelm you? Few people thrive in contentious environments, but sometimes they’re inevitable. The Apostle Paul understood this very well.

Why Does God Rescue Some and Allow Others to Die?

Have you ever wondered why God rescues some and allows others to die? The early Christian church was under assault from the beginning.

God Comes to Those Who Want to Do What Is Right

Have you ever felt like God plays favorites? Sometimes, it feels like God has some he likes and some he dislikes.

Let the Gospel Do the Offending

What was the real cause of the first Christian martyr? In Acts 7, Stephen is brought before the Jewish council, where he offers his defense—making him what some would call the first Christian apologist.

I've Got a Question for You

Are you stuck in your spiritual journey? If so, here is one practical step you can take.

Be Careful Not to Condemn What You Don’t Understand

Have you ever watched other Christians’ actions and thought, “God can’t be in what they’re doing”? This is the feeling many religious leaders were having in Acts 5.

One Verse that Summarizes God’s Character and Activity

What is your favorite Scripture verse? Psalm 111:9 is a great place to start.

Should Christians Actually Enjoy Life?

Should Christians enjoy life? To some, this feels like a trick question. They know they should find joy in God but don’t know how much of life they should enjoy.

Do People Recognize You’ve Been With Jesus?

Would you consider yourself a bold person? The theme of boldness is repeated in Scripture. David is commanded to be strong, and in 1 Chronicles 28:20, David passes this admonition along to his son Solomon.

How Should I Live in Healthy Community With Others?

Have you ever attended a healthy church? In Acts 2, the Holy Spirit comes upon the early believers. As a result, verse 42 says, “They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching, to the fellowship, to the breaking of bread, and to prayer.”

Wait on His Power

Do you struggle to wait on God? Maybe you’re always eager to move, and your quiet worship time nearly kills you because you’re always ready to tackle your day. You keep telling yourself, “There’s so much to do and so little time to do it.”

Go in Christ’s Authority

What does it mean to make disciples? For his final instructions before ascending to Heaven, Jesus concludes his earthly ministry where it all began, in Galilee. We do not know for certain if others are present, but we know the disciples are there.

How Do You Respond When Someone Says Something About You Behind Your Back?

What do you do when you hear someone in the office say something nasty about you? What do you say to a friend who said something bad about you behind your back? Here are a few thoughts!

The Resurrection Is Our Only Hope

Do you ever feel hopeless? Life can be hard, and gradually, we can get beaten down until we lose our joy. Those dreams we once had are gone. The plans we thought were so great now seem foolish.

Cry to God Wherever You Are At

Aren’t you thankful you can come to God regardless of your situation?   Psalm 107 is a powerful reminder of God's redeeming love.

How Do I Respond When Others Talk About Me Behind My Back?

Have you ever overheard someone say something nasty about you? You walked by their cubicle at work, read that email you weren’t supposed to be CC’d in, or heard from someone else what your “friend” said about you.

What Is the Full Significance of Jesus’ Crucifixion?

Couldn’t Jesus have paid the price for humanity’s sin without going to the cross? In all four gospels, we see the gruesome picture of the passionate narrative of Jesus's crucifixion.

Who Is Truth?

Do you ever struggle to separate truth from fiction? In an age of fake headlines and inflated narratives, knowing what or who to believe is tough.

What If You Don’t Feel Qualified to Be a Christian?

Have you ever felt unqualified to be a Christian? Maybe you feel embarrassed over all your mistakes or the times you’ve “let God down.” Gradually, the more you obsess over your failures, the harder you find it to spend time with God.

Why Won’t God Just Tell Me Exactly What I Need to Do?

TMCP 186: Ryan Fields on How to Have a Local and Universal Perspective

What are ways to better connect with those of a different perspective? Ryan Fields addresses this and more.

Be Ready and Don’t Be Afraid

How Often Do You Seek God?

Is Your Relationship with God Too Casual?

What If Jesus Doesn’t Meet My Expectations?

Don’t Stop Praying

Is Your Belief in God Personal?

Do You Know the "Real Story" of the Prodigal Son?

What comes to mind when you read the story of the Prodigal Son? If you’re like many Christians, you have a pretty good grasp of this story and might be able to fill in most of the details. But maybe you've missed the most important part.

What is the “Real Story” of the Prodigal Son?

TMCP 185: Ryan Fields on the Importance of Catholicity

C. Ryan Fields (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is the senior pastor of Faith Evangelical Free Church in Acton, Massachusetts. Ryan grew up going to church but didn't know Jesus personally as Lord and Savior until high school; since his conversion to Christ, God has been at work

Do You Know the Good Shepherd’s Voice?

Does My Private Character Match My Public Persona?

Recognize Which Season You Are In

Stay Close to the Light

Do you feel like you’re walking under a cloud of darkness? Maybe life is hitting you hard, a health diagnosis has rocked your world, or some career uncertainty has you up at night. You pray, but nothing seems to change. Everything feels so dark. If so, John 8 is just the passage you need.

How Should I Confront a Friend Who Sins?

Are You Willing to Suffer?

When You Step Out, God Steps Up

TMCP 184: Yolanda Solomon on Practical Ways to Disciple Others

Have you ever struggled with discipling or building relationships with others? This week Yolanda Solomon addresses this and more.

Do You Value Tradition More Than God’s Word?

Are You Still Singing the Same Song?

Does Life Feel Worthless?

Are You a “Bread” Christian or a “Bread of Life” Christian?

Do you follow Jesus for who he is or what he can do for you? Following his night on the Sea of Galilee, the crowds who witnessed Jesus’ feeding of the 5,000 wake up and realize he is missing. This prompts them to immediately get in their boats to find him, and find him they do.

Keep Your Eyes on Jesus

Where Do You Turn in Times of Grief and Joy?

How Do I Be Shrewd and Vulnerable?

TMCP 183: Yolanda Solomon on the Need for Holy Collaboration

Do you need community and connection in a digitally connected world? Yolanda Solomon speaks on the value of meaningful connection and more.

Are You Holding Back From Approaching Jesus?

Where Are You Dwelling?

What is a Good Woman?

Can Jesus Mess with Your Pigs?

How important are your pigs? While this sounds like a strange question, Jesus has something to say on the matter.

Share Jesus in Different Ways

Be Slow to Condemn What You Can’t Understand

Are You Tired and Worn Out?

Am I a Person of Great Faith?

How do I know if I'm a person of great faith? Here are a few thoughts to consider.

How Do I Become a Person of Great Faith?

TMCP 182: Russell Joyce on Ministering Out of Brokenness

How can one's brokenness bring more love to others? In this episode, Russell Joyce is back to discuss this and more.

Are You Impatient with God?

What Can Animals Teach Us About God?

Am I a Judgy Person?

Don’t Worry; Seek the Kingdom

How to Be Salt and Light in a Broken World

Do you feel the brokenness of this world? It’s all around us. Directly after giving the list of beatitudes, we read in Matthew 5:1-12 that Jesus shifts the conversation and addresses how kingdom living is much different than just keeping a set of laws.

What Are the Beatitudes Really All About?

Have you ever wondered what the Beatitudes of Jesus are really all about? Matthew and Luke provide different lists of these beatitudes, with Matthew sharing nine and Luke only listing four.

TMCP 181: Russell Joyce on Being Born with a Broken Face

Russell W. Joyce is the director of Foursquare Multiply, the church planting movement of the Foursquare denomination for the United States, while also serving as lead pastor of Faith Center, a historic church in the Foursquare movement. In 2017 he planted a church in Brooklyn, New York, with the Hope

How Do I Know If I’m Majoring in the Minors?

Do You Long to Be with God?

Do I Need to Have a Vision for My Life?

Can You Stop Working?

How Do We Remain on Mission?

What Do You Need to Leave Behind?

Why Am I a Christian?

Do you have a personal testimony? A story of why you believe in Jesus? This is my story.

Are You Feeling Rejected?

Why Am I a Christian?

Am I Too Stubborn?

How Should You Live If You Are Rich?

A God Who Loves You So Much

Why Would Jesus Turn Water into Wine?

We’re Strongest When We’re Weak

Why Was Jesus Baptized?

Do You Feel Hopeless Today?

Do you feel like God is nowhere to be found? Do you trust God, but feel like your emotions are two steps behind? If so, this post is for you.

TMCP 180: Alain Emerson on How We Embody God's Story

This week Alain continues on the topic of encountering God and His story.

Remember Your Place

Do You Feel Completely Hopeless?

Iron Sharpens Iron

The Godman Has Come

Why Should I Study Genealogies?

Why God Often Starts With The Poor

The Messiah Is Almost Here

Have you ever wondered why God communicates the way he does? Instead of sitting on a grand physical throne on some spot on earth so that people throughout the centuries could see and hear him, he chose to make himself known in other ways.

Why Must I Continue to Wait?

Do you hate waiting? Sometimes, God moves quickly, but most times, he takes much longer than we like. We see this theme of waiting repeatedly in Scripture.

TMCP 179: Alain Emerson on How We Can Be Part of God's Story

Have you ever wondered how you fit into God's Story? Alain Emerson addresses this and more in this week's episode.

Do You Need to Change Your Perspective?

Do You Like to Meddle?

Your King Has Come

The Holy Spirit Can Move Your Mountain

First Things First

God Protects His Scattered People

Three Practices That Will Transform Your Spiritual Walk

Have you stopped growing as a Christian? If so, how do you get back on track? Here are three suggestions.

How Do You Respond When the Pressure Is On?

How Should I Pray Imprecatory Psalms?

Leave Self-Promotion Up to Others

Are You Living in Some Bleak Days?

Is It Important to Read or Listen to God’s Word Out Loud?

Just Say No

The Three Keys to Spiritual Growth

TMCP 178: Hannah Steele on How to Live God's Story in Community with Others

Are there ways to live out God's story through community? Hannah Steele answers this and more in this episode.

Exile Will End

What Should Be Our Motivation for Missional Living?

How Do I Battle Against Envy?

How Do I Have a “Balanced” View of Spiritual Warfare?

God Will Take You Through Your Ordeal

Can You Stand for God When No One Else Does?

Can God Breathe Life into My Hopeless Situation?

Do Political Debates Stress You Out?

Do you get anxious whenever you talk about politics? If so, here are a few helpful thoughts to remember!

The Two Things Every Person Needs

TMCP 177: Hannah Steele on Understanding the Mission of God

What is the mission of God today? In this episode, Hannah Steele addresses this and ways to live out faith.

How Much Does God Consume Your Thoughts?

Are You Trying Too Hard to Get Rich?

Do You Reflect God’s Beauty Well?

What Part Do I Play in Saving Others?

Do You Avoid Preachers Who Speak About Judgment?

Does Life Feel Hopeless?

TMCP 176: Anna McGarrah on How We Care for Our Souls When Life Is So Hectic

What can one do during hectic times of life? In this episode, Anna McGarrah speaks on caring for the soul during such times.

Why Some Biblical Books Only Resonate in Truly Difficult Times

How Do I Find Lasting Rest?

Is It My Fault If My Kids Don’t Love Jesus?

What Does God Require of Me?

Do You Despise Those God Loves?

Now Is the Perfect Time to Sign Up for Our Daily Devotional

Are you struggling to have a consistent personal worship routine? If so, I invite you to sign up for The Monday Christian Daily Devotional. Since January, our community of daily devotional readers has grown as we've worked our way through the Old Testament. Now, we're about

God’s Sovereignty Is Our Foundation for Hope

How Should I Pursue Justice?

TMCP 175: Anna McGarrah on What to Do When We Face the Vortex of Depression

How does one handle times of depression? What are the right questions to ask in challenging times? Anna McGarrah speaks on this and more in this week's episode.

How Can God Redeem the Years I've Wasted?

Have you spent years apart from God? Do you live with constant regret of what could have been? If so, the prophet Joel has some powerful words of encouragement.

How Can God Redeem My Wasted Years?

What Do You Do When Fear Is Constantly Nipping At Your Heels?

Do Politics Stress You?

How Does God See Me, Even When I Have Sinned?

Has God Ever Asked You to Do Something Strange?

Why Should Christians Lament?

God’s Judgment Is Good and Necessary

Why God's Delays Are Better Than Our Quickest Plans

Do you get easily impatient with God? Do you struggle when it feels like he's not answering as quickly as you would like? If so, here are some words of encouragement.

God’s Delays Are Better Than Our Quickest Plans

How Do You Respond When You’re Attacked?

Should Christians Drink Alcohol?

Never Forget that You Are the Clay

Run with the Horses

You’re Special, Just Like Everyone Else

How Does Isaiah Connect Us to Jesus?

Some Wounds Can Only Be Healed Through Suffering

What Should You Do If You Sin?

How Does Wealth Impact Your Relationships?

How Do Our Prayers Influence God’s Decisions?

Rejoice in God’s Salvation

A God Who Saves

We Are Exiles

How Close Do You Want to Be to God?

God Is Our Refuge

Do You Isolate Yourself?

Are There High Places in Your Life?

What is a high place? High places are mentioned over a hundred times in the Old Testament. As 2 Kinds and 2 Chronicles develop, we see this constant theme of kings who do and do not do what is right.

Are You Willing to Obey God Even If You Look a Bit Foolish?

God’s Work Will Always Go On

What Do You Do When You Don’t Know What to Do?

TMCP 174: Brent Sandy on How to Hear God's Word in a Way that Changes Us

Have you ever lost passion for Bible reading? In this episode, Dr. Brent Sandy discusses ways to develop a better reading of God's word.

Do We Actually Want to Listen to What Others Say?

Do You Thirst for God in Hard Times?

How Do You Judge Others?

Is My God Really the One True God?

The Person God Is Searching For

How Are You Building Your Kingdom?

Two Styles of Leadership

What Does Death Teach Us About the Way We Should Live?

To make the greatest impact in this world, we must keep our eyes focused on eternity with our feet firmly planted in the reality of this present moment. Fixing our eyes on Jesus is the only solution for the brevity and cruelty of life.

The Problem with a Divided Heart

TMCP 173: Brent Sandy on How We Should Read Scripture Today

How can one go deeper in reading scripture today? In this episode, Dr. Brent Sandy addresses this topic and more.

You’re Here, and Then You’re Gone

How Do We Know If We’re Going the Right Way?

It’s All About Obedience

A Transcendent God Who Listens

We Are the Home of God

Wisdom and Obedience Must Go Together

TMCP 172: Kori de Leon on how Isaiah 40-48 Points Us to Jesus

What does the book of Isaiah say about Jesus? Kori de Leon returns to speak on that and more in this episode.

The Need for Death to Self

Four Steps for Anxious Situations

God’s Eyes Are Everywhere

God’s Covenantal Love Never Changes

How Our Greatest Point of Pride Is Usually Our Source of Downfall

Do You Undercut Others?

The Generational Nature of Sin

Do You Struggle to Trust God's Timing?

What do you do when you're ready to move, but God still wants you to wait?

TMCP 171: Kori de Leon on The Beauty of Isaiah 40-48

How is the book of Isaiah relevant to today's culture and for believers to maintain their faith in a godless society? In this episode, Kori de Leon addresses this and more.

We Are Who We Are in Private

Worship God in Your Pain

The Problem with Outright Anger and Passive Aggression

Are You Kind Towards Those Who Aren’t of Your Tribe?

The Danger of Casual Worship

How Do You Treat Your Enemies?

Where Do We Turn When Our Life Depends on It?

What Does the David and Goliath Narrative Say About My Life?

What is the story of David and Goliath really all about? How does it apply to my life today? Here are a few thoughts to consider.

Recognize When It’s Not Your Time

How Do You Trust God When You Have Enemies that Hate You?

What Can Proverbs Teach Me About Money?

Do You Have a Best Friend?

What is the Real Story of David and Goliath?

What Should You Do When Someone You’ve Mentored Lets You Down

Why Waiting on God is More Important than Courage

The Pain of Getting What We Want

The One Thing We Need

How Well Do You Listen to Advice?

Powerless Without God’s Presence

The Greatest Thing You Can Do for Your Kids

The Beauty of Redemption

Are You a Person of Integrity?

No Chance Encounters

Why We Need a Big View of God

How Do I Become Righteous?

What Do You Do When Joy Turns to Bitterness?

The Problem with Doing What We Think Is Right

Our Strength Only Takes Us So Far

When Paganism Informs Our Prayers

Should I Use "Fleece Prayers" To Discern God's Will?

Here are a few reasons you shouldn't.

Should Christians Pray “Fleece Prayers”?

Should Christians lay out a fleece when they pray? The origination of “fleece prayers” started in Judges 6 when Gideon asked God for a sign of whether to attack the Midianites.

What Does It Mean that the Lord Is Our Shepherd?

The Sin Many Christians Excuse

What Is the Book of Judges All About?

Why Is God Jealous?

Did God Order the Israelites to Commit Genocide?

How Can One Man’s Sin Impact an Entire Nation?

What Do You Do When God is Silent?

Do you ever struggle with God's silence? If so, here are some encouraging words to consider.

How Do I Be Strong When I Feel So Weak?

What is the Book of Joshua all about?...This book is a continuation of all God has said and done in the first five books of the Bible.

TMCP 170: Sandra Richter On How the Psalms Transform the Way We Worship

How does the book of Psalms affect the way we worship today? Sandra Richter is back to address this and more in this episode.

Why God’s Silence is Sometimes Necessary

Do You Love Correction?

Do you love people that correct you? Most people don’t handle correction very well. They either shrivel up and cower under its weight or lash out and shoot the messenger. But in Proverbs 9, Solomon has a very different perspective...

Following God is Simpler Than You Think

Why Did God Give So Many Laws?

Remember, It’s Not About You

What Does Deuteronomy Teach Me About God’s Character?

TMCP 169: Sandra Richter on How to Apply the First Five Books of the Bible to Our Lives

How does the Old Testament apply to our daily lives? How does one better understand the cultural context of the Old Testament? Sandra Richter discusses this and more in this new episode.

How Do I Be Patient When I Feel God Has Promised Me Something for the Future?

Have you ever felt God has given you a promise, but you’re still in a season of waiting? If so, this post is for you.

What Do We Do with the Hard Passages in the Bible?

Why Don’t I Want to Read the Bible?

Wisdom Has and Will Always Exist

Why Does God Speak Through People Who Work Against Him?

Have you ever had someone in your life who was used by God but turned out to be living a life of sin?   The story of Balaam is one such example.

God’s Hard Cure for Grumbling

Why Doesn’t God Use Me Like He Uses Others?

Preparing to Leave the Desert

What Does It Mean to Be Holy?

TMCP 168: Philip Brown on How Proverbs Helps Us Better Relate to Others

How can you better relate to other people? Dr. Philip Brown returns for week two looking in Proverbs.

How Is God My Rock?

Run from All Forms of Adultery

How Do I Have More of God’s Presence in My Life?

How Do the Sacrificial Systems in Leviticus Apply to My Life?

What Does the Tabernacle Teach Us About Jesus?

Why Our Only Hope Is Christ

TMCP 167: Philip Brown on How Proverbs Can Help Us Become Wiser People

Seeking wisdom? Proverbs is for you, as well as this new episode with Dr. Phil Brown.

What Do God’s Laws Teach Us About His Character?

Does Your Conscience Ever Lash You?

How Do You Know If You’re Lazy?

The Difference Between Grumbling and Asking

Have You Ever Felt Completely Stuck?

Why Do Things Get Harder Before They Get Better?

God Knows What You’re Going Through

TMCP 166: Gareth Cockerill on Understanding Hebrews and the Old Testament

How do Hebrews relate to the Old Testament? How does God speak through Hebrews today? Garreth Cockerill talks on this and more in this episode.

An Attempt to Reverse Creation

What Should You Do When Others Lie About You?

How to Guard Against Having an Affair

We Are Who We Really Are When We Have Power

God's Purposes Can Never Be Thwarted

What is the Joseph Story Really About?

God Still Works Through Terrible People

Why the Most Mature Christians Walk with a Limp

TMCP 165: Garreth Cockerill on Why He Has Spent the Last Few Decades Studying Hebrews

Why study Hebrews? In this episode, Dr. Cokerill shares his thoughts on Hebrews and it's importance for every day.

Have You Settled for Being a “Functional Atheist”?

Why Wisdom Must be Purchased and Cherished

Sometimes, it’s easy to look at the craziness in our world and wonder why people don’t make better decisions. But in Proverbs 4, Solomon indicates the reason wisdom is so elusive is because it isn’t pursued.

The Only True Ladder

Why Are Wells So Significant?

Why Would God Tell a Man to Kill His Son?

What Does God’s Covenant with Abram Mean for Us?

Is God’s Promise to Abram Extended to Us?

What Is the Point of Praying if God Doesn't Answer?

Does God care about my prayers? Why does he seem to answer some things instead of others? While prayer can be a bit of a mystery, here are some encouraging thoughts to consider.

The Majesty of God

Trust in God with All Your Heart

God's Plan for Building Our Faith

What Does True Faith in Jesus Look Like?

We often like to associate great faith with bold acts of courage. But often, the greatest demonstrations of faith we will make are those quiet mornings we choose to wake up and make the next right decision—regardless of how out of alignment our choices might seem with what we hope God has in store.

How Jesus Was the Perfect Sacrifice

Why Jesus Established a New Covenant

How Hebrews Helps Us Understand the Bible

When we read the Book of Hebrews, the entire narrative of Scripture starts to fall into place.

TMCP 164: Dave Hartkopf on How Hebrews Helps Us Understand Creation

Dave Hartkopf is back for a part two talk on the connection of Hebrews to the creation and the cross.

Why We Need Jesus, Our Great High Priest

How Do You Pray in Times of Suffering?

The Value of Wisdom

Why Drifting from Jesus is Easy

Why Jesus Is Better

How God Speaks Through Jesus

Before continuing in Genesis and the rest of the First Testament, it might be good to pause and understand the differences between how God used to speak to his people and how he speaks to them today. This takes us to the Book of Hebrews.

Why Are People So Different?

The Great Flood

TMCP 163: David Hartkopf on How Reading Genesis Helps Us Understand the Cross

David Hartkopf returns to the podcast to share the connection between Genesis and the cross.

When Life is Falling Apart, And It’s Your Fault

The Call of Wisdom

Humanity Embraces Wickedness

Disorder Enters the World

God’s Original Design

In the Beginning, There Was the Word

In the Beginning, There Was God

TMCP 162: Darryl Dash on How to Get the Most Out of Reading Your Bible

Are you experiencing a drought in reading scripture? Ever wondered about the best ways to approach scripture? In this episode, Darryl Dash brings insight and encouragement on reading the Bible.

Where Is God in a World of Evil?

Guard Against Sin

Which Translation of the Bible Should I Use?

How the First and Second Testaments Connect

Why is the Bible Different?

The Bible in One Word

God's Love Story

TMCP 161: Darryl Dash on How Daily Devotional Habits Shape Our Lives

How does the Monday Christian make good habits? What are "good" habits? In this episode, Darryl Dash talks about the importance of devotions and making good habits.

The Beauty of Delighting in God’s Word

What comes to mind when you think about God? According to twentieth-century author and preacher A.W. Tozer, this is the most important question any person can answer.

The Fear of the Lord is the Beginning of Wisdom

The Book of Proverbs serves as a timeless source of practical advice and ethical principles for individuals seeking to navigate the complexities of life with discernment and integrity.

How Do I Respond to Someone Who Doesn't Believe in Christianity Like I Do?

What do you do when you have a friend, family member, or coworker that questions your faith? Here are five responses that can help.

What Is a “Conforming Christian”?

Do you find it easier to believe in Jesus or live like Jesus? There’s a difference between the two.

Why Prayer is Life-Changing

Prayer is one topic Christians like to discuss but struggle to practice. We throw around phrases like “I’ll be praying for you” or “Our thoughts and prayers are with you” without ever putting in the time.

The Need for Maturity

Would you consider yourself a mature Christian? This is a tough question to answer and many who are quick to say “yes” might just be the least aware of their need for spiritual growth.

The Power of Discipline

What comes to mind when you think of the word “discipline?” If you’re like most, you’re not thinking happy thoughts. Discipline feels like a whole lot of work and not very much fun.

TMCP 160: Ezra and Elliot on New Beginnings

Happy New Year and new beginnings! What can come from this new year? How to grow in our devotion to God? That's what Ezra and Elliot talk about in this new episode.

The Beauty of New Beginnings

When you reflect on previous years, do you wish you could have some do-overs on conversations, relationships, and financial decisions? If so, you’re not alone.

A 2024 Plan for Growing Your Spiritual Muscles

Are you ready to start your 2024 spiritual workout routine? Click here to get started.

TMCP 159: Ezra and Elliot on The New 2024 Daily Devotional

Changes to the podcast? New year, new devotional? In this episode, Ezra talks about some new things to come in 2024.

Subscribe NOW for Your New 2024 Daily Devotional

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TMCP 158: Jim Halbert on the Attachment Love of God

Do you feel distant from God, or are you struggling to know how to connect with him? If so, this episode is a must-listen.

TMCP 157: Christina Bieber Lake on the Unique Challenges and Blessings of Being a Teacher

Are you a teacher, or have you ever wondered what it's like to be one? In this episode, Christina Bieber Lake takes us behind the scenes into some of the unique challenges and opportunities teachers face throughout the year.

How The Monday Christian Will Be Shifting in 2024

Check out how The Monday Christian will be shifting its approach in 2024.

TMCP 156: Douglas Groothuis on the Basics of Major World Religions

Have you ever wondered how other world religions compare to Christianity? In this episode, Douglas Groothuis shares some basic differences and similarities.

How Should Christians Respond to Tragedy in the News?

Do you feel the weight of tragic events in the news? How should you respond? How do you still keep your joy and hope in Christ?

How Do I Rest in God AND Be a Good Steward of What I've Been Given?

Should I work harder or rest? If you're faced with a confusing situation, you might be tempted to err in one of these two directions. But here are a few helpful choices you can make.

Do You Become More Hopeful or More Fearful with Age?

The older we get, the more hopeful or more fearful we become. Are you struggling with fear about the future? If so, here are some choices you can make.

TMCP 155: Brian Russell on How to Be Astonished By the Bible

Do you ever struggle to read God's Word? Does it ever feel dry? If so, Brian Russell offers some practical ways we can renew our passion for Scripture.

TMCP 154: Micah Davis on How to Find God's Purpose for Our Lives

How do I know what God wants me to do? In this episode, Micah Davis shares some practical insight.

Why You Need Jesus to Be More Than Your Personal Assistant Today

When we treat Jesus like our little assistant, our prayers are weak and our view of God is small. But when we lean in and consider who he really is, everything changes.

Why Being in Full-Time Christian Ministry Is More Important than Being a Doctor…and Other Lies Christians Believe

Have you ever felt like a second-class Christian because you weren't engaged in full-time Christian ministry? If so, this article is for you.

TMCP 154: Eric Peterson on Mending Tough Relationships With a Parent

Have you ever had a hard conversation with one of your parents? Do you need to have one? If so, how do you do this with grace? In this episode, Eric Peterson shares the time he confronted his father, Eugue Peterson, about his workaholic tendencies.

How Christians Can Change Their Minds on Controversial Issues

Changing your views on a controversial issue can be tough. So how do you do it? Here are a few practical choices that might help.

TMCP 152: Barry Rowan on The Spiritual Art of Business

Have you ever wondered if you can make an effective kingdom impact if you're not in full-time Christian ministry? Barry Rowan certainly believes you can.

The Unique Challenges and Opportunities of Being Single, Newly Married, and Having Young Kids

Are you single and considering marriage? Or, are you newly married, and thinking about having kids? Each stage is different. But there is one common denominator that glues each season together.

The Only Sustainable Motivation for Living a Healthy Lifestyle

Do you struggle to eat right, sleep well, and exercise hard? If so, here are a few choices you can make that will make a major difference.

TMCP 151: Msuega Tese on Becoming a Versatile Leader

What does leadership look like for the everyday Christian? How can one become a versatile leader? This is the topic of our latest podcast episode with Msuega Tese.

When Everything Isn't as Golden as It Seems

It's easy to live one way in public and another way in private. But the essence of being a Monday Christian is consistency. It's being the same person when the cameras are on or off.

TMCP 150: Jared Boyd on Applying Disciplines for Spiritual Formation

How do the practical disciplines of life affect and contribute to spiritual formation? In what ways can the everyday Christian apply daily disciplines to grow closer to God and live a spirit-filled life? In this conversation, Jared Boyd shares his thoughts on these questions.

TMCP 149: Scot McKnight on What to Do When the Bible Becomes too Familiar

Scot McKnight (PhD, University of Nottingham) is Julius R. Mantey Chair of New Testament at Northern Seminary. in Lombard, Illinois. He is the author of many books, including Reading Romans Backwards, Pastor Paul, The King Jesus Gospel, and commentaries on James, Galatians, and 1 Peter. He is also the coeditor

How Do I Pray When I Feel Stuck?

Have you ever felt like you don't know how to pray? You sit down or kneel beside your couch but you don't know where to start. You're in a spiritual rut and aren't sure how to break free. If so, here is something you can do.

TMCP 148: Natasha Smith on How to Handle Intense Times of Grief

How do you handle the loss of a loved one? What do you do when life feels beyond your control? After years of walking through grief, Natasha Smith offers some wonderful thoughts of wisdom.

How Should I Respond to a Christian Leadership Scandal?

Have you ever been hurt by a scandal in the church? If so, you recognize it's tough to know how to respond. But here are a few thoughtful choices you can make.

TMCP 147: JR Woodward on How to Prevent Scandals in the Church

With the recent public failings of many in church leadership, Christians are struggling to diagnose the problem. In this conversation, JR Woodward offers his thoughts on leadership structure within the Church.

What Do I Do When Life Is Not Okay?

Are you going through a season of uncertainty in your life? What should you do? How do you live not knowing what tomorrow might bring? Psalm 3 offers four key choices.

TMCP 146: Katie Schnack On What To Do When Everything Is Not Fine

"I'm fine" or "Yes, I'm doing great thank you." We get used to throwing around these phrases even when life is anything but fine. So what do we do? How should we live when life is not okay? In this episode, Katie Schnack offers a few suggestions.

How Do I Maintain Good Disciplines When I Have Young Kids?

Are you a parent of young kids? If so, this post is for you.

TMCP 145: Kayla Craig On Developing Unforced Rhythms For Parenting

Have you found it difficult to maintain healthy spiritual rhythms in seasons of life change? In today's episode, Kayla Craig talks with Ez and Dave about life with God during the ever-changing cycles of parenting.

TMCP 144: Trevor Seath on How Prayer-Walking Has Shaped the Way He Relates to God

Prayer is a large and often guilt-inducing topic for Christians. In this episode, church-planting consultant and preacher Trevor Seath shares how prayer-walking has shaped the way he relates to God, while offering practical advice for those who struggle to pray.

TMCP 143: Kyla Gillespie on How She Dealt with Gender Dysphoria

How should Christians respond to those in the transgender community? In this episode, Kyla shares her personal story of transformation.

TMCP 142: Rob Shive on How to Revive a Marriage

What do you do if your marriage is on the ropes? How do you work with your spouse to get it back on the right track? In this episode, Christian counselor Rob Shive shares some great thoughts.

TMCP 141: Janan Byer on Modesty, Adornment, and Intentional Living

Have you ever struggled with understanding how to interpret what the Bible means when it talks about topics like modesty and adornment? If so, this exchange is for you!

TMCP 140: Sandra Richter On Why Christians Should Read the Old Testament

Have you ever read the Old Testament and felt like you didn't understand what you were reading? In this episode, Sandra Richter helps Christians understand how each part of the OT works together to form a collective whole.

TMCP 139: Jamie Taylor and McKinsey Swain on Finding Freedom in Christ

What does real freedom in Christ look like? How do you know if you're living free or if you're living in bondage? In this episode, Jamie and McKinsey share some great insight.

What Do You Do When Your Home Is Infested with Mice?

How can mice give us a clearer picture of a Christian's battle with sin? Ezra shares a few examples.

Why Do Some Christians Hate the Word ‘Holy’?

Is holy living something that the Christian should strive towards? If we are under grace, does it matter if we live holy?

TMCP 138: Jesse Cruickshank on Ordinary Discipleship

Real discipleship is more than a program. Real discipleship is a lifestyle that requires us to be present in the lives of others.

How Do I Help Someone with a Porn Addiction?

Do you know someone who is struggling with pornography? They've tried to stop for years, but nothing seems to work. If so, Robert Black offers a few practical steps you can take.

What Do I Do When My Friend Stops Talking to Me?

Have you ever had someone ghost you? One day, you were great friends. And the next day, it was as if you didn't exist. How should you respond? Here are a few thoughts to consider.

TMCP 137: Cesar Perez on What to Do If We Struggle to Believe in God

In this episode, we start with an April Fools prank and then dig into Cesar's personal journey of coming to faith in Christ. Cesar shares about the day he doubted if the Christian God was real and how he regained his confidence in God.

Why Should Christians Care About the Future of AI?

Is artificial intelligence really going to change how people live? And if it does, how will Christians and the church be impacted? Here are six challenges to consider.

How Should I Pray this Ramadan?

Millions around the world will be observing Ramadan. As a Christian, how should I be praying for my Muslim brothers and sisters? Johnson gives us a good prayer guide to follow.

TMCP 136: Benno van den Toren on How Christians Can Effectively Share Their Faith

Do you ever struggle to share your faith with others? Are you fearful about what people might think? As someone who lives in the Netherlands, Benno offers some powerful insights on speaking to non-believers in a secular culture.

How Do I Say No to Temptation?

Is temptation itself a sin? How do I make sure that I don't give in and commit sin? Tina takes a look at some tools and examples in the Bible for overcoming temptation.

TMCP 135: Alan Noble on Getting Out of Bed

How do you deal with mental health challenges that leave you feeling immobilized? Why should you get out of bed, when it feels like this day will be just as terrible as the last? If this is where you're at, this episode will offer you a lot of hope!

Why Don’t I Sense God Like I Used To?

Does God feel absent? Do you think you've done something to cause him to turn his face? If so, here are some thoughts of hope.

TMCP 134: Jon Pyle on Valuing Care Over Content

In this episode, we cover a lot of different topics. These include Jon's journey to faith in Christ and what he perceives are the key needs of this generation.

If God Is Love, Why Should I Fear Him?

How can a Christian reconcile the image in Scripture of a God of love with a God to be feared? Is this a contradiction?

Should I Tithe Or Is the Church Just Greedy?

Why do we tithe? Is it required? Is the church just a greedy institution looking to get my money? We take a look at a Biblical view of tithing.

TMCP 133: Isaiah Robertson on Why Black Church History Holds Many Answers for White Western Christians

There are many problems White Western Christians face today. However, as Isaiah Robertson notes in this episode, there is much to be learned from the history of the Black Church in North America.

Should I Care About Ash Wednesday?

What is Ash Wednesday or Lent all about? If I am not Catholic, should I even care? Robert Black takes a look at what we can gain from the tradition of Lent.

TMCP 132: Matthew Lynch on How We Handle Hard Passages in the Old Testament

How should Christians handle troubling passages like Noah's Flood, the Israelite conquest, and the treatment of women in the Old Testament? In this episode, Matthew Lynch seeks to answer a few of these questions.

The Asbury Revival and the Danger of Spiritual One-Upmanship

Spiritual one-upmanship is an easy game to play. But how do we avoid it? In this latest "Byer's Choices" Ezra shares several thoughts to consider.

TMCP 131: David and Elisa Lozano on Leading Celebrate Recovery

David and Elisa Lozano had made a series of poor choices that took them down a dark path. But this changed when they encountered Jesus. Now, they lead a Celebrate Recovery ministry and help others experience the hope and transformation they have experienced.

Why are young people so depressed and anxious?

Young people seem to be struggling with anxiety and depression. What are the reasons? Are the ways to help "cure" or manage this? Jonathan Hsu looks at some Biblical cause and response.

TMCP 130: Alan Fadling on How Christians Can Live Unhurried Lives

We live in a busy world. It's easy to run 100 MPH and jump from one project to the next. But in this conversation, Alan Fadling shares his tips for living an unhurried life.

Do We Have A Second Chance After We Die?

What does the Bible say about death? Is there another chance when we die if we reject God in this life?

TMCP 129: Janice McWilliams on Ways Christians Can Restore Their Souls

Do you feel burned out or discouraged? Have the past few months left you feeling frustrated and anxious about all that is going on in your life? If so, Janice McWilliams offers some tremendous words of encouragement and strength.

Does God Care About What I Read?

With so many choices in entertainment, does God care about what we read? Dr. Robert Black takes us through using God's Word and critical thinking for our reading.

TMCP 128: Jim Belcher on How Christians in America Can Unify Rather Than Divide

Sometimes it seems like the differences between Christians in America are too great. But in this episode, Jim Belcher offers some ways Christians can find common ground.

How Do I Hear from God?

There are times in life when it feels like our prayers are not reaching God. Tina helps us look at the efficacy of prayer and some tips for making sure we are in the right place for effective prayer.

Can I Have My Own Identity As A Christian?

Do we lose our identity when we become Christians or does it shape us? Johnson Hsu looks at how our identity fits into our life in Christ.

What If I've Already Broken My New Year's Resolutions?

How do we set goals that will lead to growth instead of failure? We look at some tips for goal setting to help with failed resolutions.

What Do I Do With Changed Plans At Christmas?

How do we react when God allows circumstances in our lives to change carefully made plans? Tina looks at just what God may be doing in our lives in these moments.

Can I Find Joy In Uncertainty?

How can I rejoice while waiting on an answer from God? We take a look at some examples from Scripture and throughout history.

Six Ways to Beat Those Winter Blues

Winter can be tough. Here are six choices you can make to ensure your thrive and don't just survive this season.

Will God Give Us Peace?

In a chaotic and violent world, does Christ really promise peace? We look at the second week of advent and the promise of peace for the believer.

TMCP 127: David Fitch on the Importance of Faithful Presence

How do you impact the lives of those in your local community? This episode will give you some ideas!

4 Tips for Advent

Advent is the time to prepare for Christ's return. Here are a few thoughts on preparation.

Five Purchases to Make on Black Friday

If you're looking to buy something this Black Friday, here are five options to consider!

TMCP 126: Brent Vernon and Johnathan Arnold on Catechizing Our Kids

Should Christians teach their kids what to think about God? Or, should they just let kids make up their minds about God on their own? It's a big topic that Christians wrestle with, and if you're a parent, this episode will challenge you to rethink the way you raise your children.

What Does It Mean That Creation Groans?

In the waiting and anticipation of a newborn child, we see a picture of Christ and His work on the cross.

What Would I Do if I Had Only Three Years Left to Live?

The reality of death is one many often attempt to avoid. But doing so is a mistake. Instead, life is best lived when it is done in reverse with eternity in mind.

Should Christians Be Engaged in Politics?

Should Christians vote? And should they be engaged in civic politics? Jeremy Howard tackles this question in his latest blog.

What God is Teaching Me Through Chronic Pain

In this latest "Byer's Choices," Janan shares what her fifth knee surgery has taught her about leaning on God for strength.

Is It Okay To Tear Down Traditions?

It seems like today, anything associated with the past can quickly become unpopular and disregarded. Is it okay to get rid of traditions or do we risk a greater loss?

TMCP 125: Sarah Cowan Johnson on Teaching Our Children Well

50% of kids that grow up in the church walk away from the faith. 82% of kids that are actively discipled by their parents remain in the faith. In this latest episode, Sarah shares how parents can make all the difference in the lives of their kids.

Don't Take Your Blessings For Granted

Do you find it easy to complain and be ungrateful for all that you have? How do you break free from this unhealthy pattern? Ezra shares some thoughts from his latest "Byer's Choices."

What I Learned From Persian Rugs

We are broken and need a Savior, but in that brokenness, we can bring glory to God.

How Do I Trust God When I Can't See What's Next?

How do you trust God when you're not sure what step you should take next? Ezra shares a few thoughts in this latest "Byer's Choices."

TMCP 124: Hannah Nation on How Chinese Christians are Being "Faithfully Disobedient"

What lessons can Western Christians learn from Chinese Christians who face persecution for their faith? What does it mean to live a life of boldness? These are some of the topics we discuss in this latest episode.

Should I Be Grateful For Trials?

It is difficult to be thankful for hard times, but often in hindsight, that is when God does the most work in our lives.

Is Your Thrill of God Gone?

Does knowing God excite you as it did in the past? If not, why not?

Should I Go to a Church That Has a Woman Pastor?

Woman's leadership in the church can be a very controversial topic with much said and little discussed. There is a Biblical way to discuss and approach this topic in the church. Tina lays out examples from the Bible of woman's leadership.

TMCP 123: Trevin Wax on the Thrill of Orthodoxy

Why should the foundational truths of God's nature excite everyday Christians today? In this episode, Trevin Wax shares why he is so passionate about this topic and its relevance for Christians today.

What A Former Missionary to Ukraine Taught Me About the Conflict with Russia

Join Elliot Huff as he speaks with Dan Glick, a former missionary to Ukraine and someone who has strong ties to many Ukrainians, including a Ukrainian daughter-in-law. As Dan shares, he outlines the ways God is working in the hearts of people in Ukraine, despite Russian oppression.

New Website, New Content

Check out our new website along with our new weekly email update titled "Byer's Choice!"

TMCP 123: Claude Alexander on Deciphering God's Call for Our Lives

What does God want me to do next? How can I have certainty about the path I am supposed to take? What role does the church play in helping me make decisions? These are a few of the many questions we cover in this latest episode.

TMCP 122: Bonnie Kristian on How to Become a Person Others Trust

Have you ever struggled to trust others? Maybe they buy into conspiracy theories and make odd social media posts that are factually inaccurate. How do you not make similar mistakes in your interactions with others?

TMCP 121: David Lamb on The Emotions of God

How important are emotions for our walk with God? David Lamb believes they are very important and he shares why this is the case in this latest episode.

How Do Christians Find Value?

In this first installment of TMC stories, Elliot Huff shares his own journey of finding value in this world and his passion to tell other people's stories.

TMCP 120: Jay Kim on How We Control Our Media Devices Without Them Controlling Us

Jay Y. Kim serves as the lead pastor at WestGate Church in the Silicon Valley and on the leadership team of the ReGeneration Project. His writing has been featured in Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, Missio Alliance, and Relevant Magazine. He lives in Silicon Valley with his wife and two

TMCP 119: Jim Domen on Parents’ Hope for their Gay Son

Jim Domen shares the following bio of his life: “I never imagined that I would enter the homosexual lifestyle after being raised in a God-fearing home and accepting Christ at age seven. After I graduated from George Fox University, I was so desperate to love and be loved that I

TMCP 118: Tommy Newberry on How Philippians 4:8 Changed His Life

Tommy Newberry is The New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The 4:8 Principle. He is the founder and head coach of AchievingOPTIMAL, an organization focused on helping Christian entrepreneurs and their families maximize their full potential. Tommy is also the author of the motivational classic,

Is There Any Good in Loss and Grief?

“Grief confuses us by spinning us around to face backward, because memories are all we have left, but of course it isn’t the past we mourn when someone dies; it’s the future.” The quote above is from a book I started today called Lost & Found: A Memoir

Are Difficult Children Worth the Effort?

Several years ago I worked as a children’s trauma therapist with a local nonprofit organization. I was part of a team whose job it was to meet with children who had experienced trauma, and their current caregivers, to complete an in-depth assessment to gauge how this trauma had affected

TMCP 117: Bekele Shanko on His Journey From Serving an Ethiopian Witch Doctor to Becoming a Global Leader

Bekele Shanko joined full-time missionary work with Campus Crusade for Christ International in Ethiopia in 1993. Since then, he has held diverse leadership roles for the organization, including National Director for Ethiopia for five years, Area Director for Southern and Eastern Africa for 11 years, and Global Vice President since

TMCP 116: Dave and Ezra on Thriving in the Grind

Episode Talking Points * The good in the grind * Perspectives on daily discipline * Our perceptions of God and how they color relationship * Reading the First Testament in light of the New * Reading the Scriptures responsibly * Light, tradition, and Tradition * Christians and sin — Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-monday-christian/support Podcast:

TMCP 115: Ben Adams on How to Find God Again When You Feel Like You’ve Lost Him

Ben Adams is a local representative for the State of Idaho. He was born in Jupiter, Florida and raised on the mission field in Kiev, Ukraine. As a pastor’s son in Emmett, Idaho he was a home school graduate and is currently pursuing an undergraduate degree at Boise State

TMCP 114: Marjorie Lindner Gunnoe on the Relationship Between Christianity and Psychology

Marjorie Lindner Gunnoe (PhD, University of Virginia) is professor of psychology at Calvin University. She teaches developmental psychology and conducts research on parent–child relationships. Previously she worked at Child Trends, Inc., in Washington DC, and served as a member of the design team for the National Longitudinal Survey of

TMCP 113: Sandra Morgan and Kimberly McOwen Yim on Practical Ways Christians Can End Human Trafficking

Kimberly McOwen Yim is co-founder and executive director of the SOCO Institute, and she writes and speaks on issues related to human trafficking. She is also co-author (with Shayne Moore) of Refuse to Do Nothing: Finding Power to Abolish Modern-Day Slavery. Sandra Morgan is director of the Global Center for

Can a Christian Be Mean and Cruel?

I remember the day I received this long text message from someone accusing me of not understanding someone they were related to. This person was choosing to defend the choices of their relative and sided with them on why they did what they did. While I can appreciate a loved

TMCP 112: Joel Chopp on the Relationship Between Science and Faith

After being awarded an MA in Systematic Theology from TEDS in 2014, Joel enrolled at the University of Toronto to pursue a PhD in Systematic Theology, studying at Wycliffe College with Ephraim Radner. Having completed the coursework and residency requirements of the program, Joel returned to TEDS in the summer

TMCP 111: Bill Ury on Why Holiness is Such a Beautiful Thing

Dr. Ury is the National Ambassador of Holiness for the Salvation Army. He is a world-renowned scholar on Wesleyan Holiness and Systematic Theology. Billcompleted his M. Phil. and Ph.D in Theological and Religious Studies at Drew University (Madison, New Jersey) in 1991. Prior to that, Dr. Ury earned his

Should I Quit When Things Are Difficult?

When I was doing my doctorate program, I was excited to join the program. I got to meet new professors and meet new colleagues; elevating my academic level to a new status. On the outside, everything looked good, but halfway through the program, I began to feel seriously discouraged and

TMCP 110: Dave and Ezra on Why Life Is So Important

In this episode, Dave and Ezra discuss the recent overturn of Roe Vs. Wade, laws on gun control, and what it should look like for a Christian to enjoy life. — Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-monday-christian/support Podcast: Play in a new window | Download

How Do I Work Through My Embedded Theological Biases?

A note to the reader: I recently memorized the Sermon on the Mount and have been challenged and convicted by the words of Jesus in a profound way since I slowly began working my way through Matthew 5-7. My writing here is very personal, as I have also been processing

TMCP 109: Michael Bird on Whether Christians Should Resist Living in a Secular Culture

Dr. Michael Bird is an Australian biblical scholar and Anglican priest who writes about the history of early Christianity, theology, and contemporary issues. Mike is Academic Dean and Lecturer in Theology at Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia. He is the author of over thirty books including Evangelical Theology, Seven Things

Embracing the Discomfort When It’s Easier to Look Away

I’ll never forget how my heart was wrecked the first time I visited an impoverished country. Poverty, pain, and suffering I could hardly wrap my head around. How was I supposed to return home to my warm house and comfortable bed when I had seen so many living under

TMCP 108: Susan Maros on How We Discover God’s Calling For Our Lives

Susan L. Maros (PhD, Fuller Theological Seminary) is an affiliate assistant professor of Christian leadership at Fuller Theological Seminary, where she has also served as a doctoral supervisor, and an adjunct professor at the King’s University, Southlake, Texas. She is a past president of the Academy of Religious Leadership.

TMCP 107: Glenn Packiam on Hope in Christian Worship

Glenn Packiam (Doctor of Theology and Ministry, Durham University) is associate senior pastor at New Life Church in Colorado Springs, and lead pastor of one of its eight congregations, New Life Downtown. A Senior Fellow at Barna Group, a visiting fellow at St. John’s College at Durham University, and

What I’ve Learned From Headstones

I was listening to Mike Rowe’s podcast, “The Way I Heard It” and he made a comment in discussing Memorial Day that grabbed my attention. They were discussing Arlington National Cemetery and (I am paraphrasing here) he mentioned that the remarkable thing about Arlington is that in death, the

The Last Payphone In New York

A thought struck me this week. Finding permanence yet adapting to a temporal world. In the torrent of heavy news stories that flowed out of the little screen in my hand, one of little consequence sifted to the surface and planted this thought in my mind. This week, the last

TMCP 106: Darrell Hall on How To Communicate Across Generational Lines

Darrell E. Hall is campus pastor of Elizabeth Baptist Church in Conyers, Georgia, where he regularly preaches and teaches across five generations. He is an experienced preacher and public speaker who has given messages in venues from local Bible studies to a packed NBA arena. Hall has a DMin from

When You Can’t See The Forest for the Beam In Your Eye

I was raised in a home that had a strong emphasis on personal responsibility. I knew if I came home with complaints against teachers, friends, enemies, establishment, etc., I could expect to hear this question. “But what did you do?” I hated this at the time. I wanted my parents

TMCP 105: Jake Meador on What Christians Are For

Jake Meador is the editor in chief of Mere Orthodoxy, an online magazine covering the Christian faith in the public sphere, and a contributing editor with Plough. His first book was In Search of the Common Good: Christian Fidelity in a Fractured World. Jake’s work has been published in

TMCP 104: Brian Zahnd on What We Should Do When We No Longer Believe What We Used to Believe

Brian Zahnd is the founder and lead pastor of Word of Life Church, a non-denominational Christian congregation in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Brian and his wife, Peri, founded the church in 1981. Brian is also the author of several books, including, Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God, Water to

TMCP 103: James Bryan Smith on Why It’s Critical to Take Care of Our Souls

James Bryan Smith is the author of the Good and Beautiful Series which includes The Good and Beautiful God, The Good and Beautiful You, The Good and Beautiful Life, and The Good and Beautiful Community. He earned his MDiv at Yale and his DMin at Fuller and is a theology

The Toilet Always Flushes Twice

If you’ve been reading this blog for a while, you may remember my bathroom project and a toilet with a mysterious double flush.  The project continues and the toilet still flushes twice, but there is progress. Last night, my friend, Jay, came out to the house to help me

TMCP 102: Mark Lanier on Why He Can’t Be an Atheist

W. Mark Lanier (JD, Texas Tech University) is an attorney, author, teacher, pastor, and expert story teller. He founded the Lanier Law Firm, which has offices in Houston, New York, and Los Angeles, and is a recipient of the American Association of Justice’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Furthermore, he was

TMCP 101: Daniel Yang on What the American Church Can Learn from Marginalized Christians

Daniel Yang is the Director of the Church Multiplication Institute, leading and overseeing all of its initiatives. Prior to directing the institute, he planted a church in Toronto where he also helped recruit, assess, and train church planters through the Church Multiplication Institute and the Release Initiative. Daniel has served

You Can Stop the Revolving Door of Habitual Sin

When I was a kid I loved going up and down the escalator. It was so much fun. Up and down. Up and down. It never got old. I also liked going through revolving doors. In then out. In then out. It’s the simple things in life that make

TMCP 100: Nicholas Piotrowski on How to Read Scripture in Its Proper Context

Nicholas G. Piotrowski (PhD, Wheaton College) is the president and academic dean at Indianapolis Theological Seminary in Indianapolis, Indiana, where he also teaches hermeneutics and New Testament studies. Piotrowski is the author of Matthew’s New David at the End of Exile. Episode Talking Points * Nicholas’ journey to faith in

TMCP 99: Felicia Wu Song on Whether Smart Phones Do More Harm Than Good

Felicia Song is a cultural sociologist who studies the place of digital technologies in contemporary life. Having trained in History, Communication Studies and Sociology from Yale, Northwestern, and University of Virginia, and taught at Louisiana State University’s Manship School for Mass Communication, her research is oriented around the rapidly

An Empty Swear Jar Doesn’t Make You Holy

Neil Armstrong was a man that, from all accounts, counted his words. He did not speak the first thing that came to his mind. His speech was measured, calculated, and cool.  He was the antithesis in some respects of the brasher and outspoken, Buzz Aldrin. In a program of cutthroat

To Find Your Way You Have To Let Go Of The Steering Wheel

Are you frustrated with yourself right now because you would like to see something different in your life? Maybe you’re looking for a breakthrough or miracle. Maybe you’ve been waiting on God and it has been weeks, months, and even years. Are you feeling tired and you just

TMCP 98: Gregory Coles on Why There Should Be An Equal Seat at the Christian Table for Gay Christians

Greg is the author of Single, Gay, Christian: A Personal Journey of Faith and Sexual Identity (IVP, 2017) and No Longer Strangers: Finding Belonging in a World of Alienation(IVP, 2021). He holds a PhD in English from Penn State and works as a writer, speaker, and worship leader. His

Why Grin-Cutting Destroys Nations and Undermines Relationships

Several years ago, I needed a part-time job and so I applied for a sales position at a car dealership in Toronto. To say the interview went differently from expected would be a vast understatement. Instead of the normal one-on-one exchange, I was instructed to sit around an L-shaped table

TMCP 97: Joshua Knabb on Why Christian Meditation is Critical for Spiritual Formation

Joshua J. Knabb (PsyD, Azusa Pacific University; ABPP, Clinical Psychology) is a board-certified clinical psychologist as well as associate professor of psychology and director of the Psychology Department program at California Baptist University. His publications include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Christian Clients, Contemplative Prayer for Christians with Chronic Worry,

How You Can Win At Failure

Have you ever watched the show, American Idol? It’s a music competition that selects the best singer. The contestants have to compete with one another and in the end, America gets to vote who the winner is. It’s called American idol because it’s insinuating that you want

TMCP 96: Josh Mulvihill on What Kids Should Know Before They Leave Home

Dr. Josh Mulvihill earned his PhD from the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Family Ministry with a focus on the biblical role of grandparents.  For 20 years, he served as the Pastor to Children and Families at Grace Church of Eden Prairie in Minnesota. More recently, he has been serving

Do I Love Everyone On The Train?

In the rushing kaleidoscope of clickbait titles that jump out of my phone screen every week, one, in particular, caught my eye. ‘Tell everyone on this train I love them’: The meaning of a hero’s final words. The article was written by Maeven Higgins, an Irish podcaster and comedian,

Winter Can Be a Blessing Rather Than Depressing

Every year when I get ready for Christmas the one thing I want to see is snow. I don’t like a green Christmas because it reminds me of spring and summer so I pray and ask God to send snow. On most occasions, God hears my prayers and I

TMCP 95: Dan Sharp on Why the Christian Year Is So Important

Daniel Sharp has served as Minister of Music and Worship in Lexington, MA; Newport Beach, CA; Seattle, WA; San Diego, CA; and most recently in Orlando, FL. He is semi-retired after forty-two years in church ministry. He continues to sing with the Bach Festival Choir in Orlando. He holds the

TMCP 94: Dave and Ezra on How to Make Wise Decisions

In this episode, Dave and Ezra share some practical ways Christians can make good decisions. If you have any comments or suggestions, feel free to email ezra@themondaychristian.com or dave@themondaychristian.com to share your input. — Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-monday-christian/support Podcast: Play in a new

Why I Wake Up At 4 AM

There is an episode of Phineas and Ferb (stay with me here) where Heinz Doofenshmirtz is once again attempting to take over the tri-state area. He creates an “-anator” that will make everyone’s New Year’s Resolution be to make him leader of the tri-state area.  You may already

TMCP 93: Ezra and Janan Byer on Why They Created “The Story of God” Podcast

In this episode, Ezra and Janan sit down and share why they decided to create a daily devotional podcast and why they think this might be helpful for everyday Christians. You can subscribe to The Story of God Podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, or wherever you consume your podcast.

TMCP 92: Dave and Ezra Share Why It’s Important to Have Diverse Conversations

In this episode, Dave and Ezra share their thoughts on 2021, some of their key takeaways, and thoughts moving forward. Ezra also shares the launch of a new podcast called “The Story of God,” hosted by himself and his wife Janan. It is available on iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, or

TMCP 91: Tim Muehlhoff on Why God is Sometimes Most Present in the Ordinary

In addition to being an author, Tim is a professor of communication at Biola University in La Mirada, California where he teaches classes in family communication, interpersonal communication, apologetics, gender, and conflict resolution.  He completed a Ph.D. in communication theory at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Jesus is my gravy.

I was sitting in church Sunday morning and I was struck by a thought. Jesus is our gravy. That may or may not be an original thought though it is certainly original to me.  This epiphany came out of what is to most people, our “God time.”  The time in

TMCP 90: Bobby Gross on Why Advent Gives Us Hope During Seasons of Pain

Bobby Gross is Vice-President of Graduate and Faculty Ministries for InterVarsity Christian Fellowship (IVCF). Bobby serves on the national board of Christians in the Visual Arts (CIVA) and lives in Atlanta, Georgia. Previously, Bobby was a national field director for IVCF, served as an InterVarsity chaplain at the University of

This Christmas I Plan to Be Busy

I love this time of the year. I like to see the Christmas decorations, the retail stores busy with people choosing a gift for a family or friend, and I like to watch those cheesy Christmas movies about romance and love. I am also one of those people who plans

TMCP 89: Richard Stearns on How to Lead Like It Matters to God

Richard Stearns is president emeritus of World Vision US, where he served as president for twenty years, traveling more than three million miles as an advocate for the world’s poor. Before leading the Christian relief and development organization, he was a corporate CEO at both Parker Brothers and Lenox.

Is Advent The Story Of Our Misplaced Priorities?

Advent, from the Latin adventus, meaning “coming”, originated somewhere around the 4th century. The practice of Advent has undergone the evolution of many traditions over time, morphing in both practice and intention to something that would be largely unrecognized today from its origins.  A quick google search reveals everything from

TMCP 88 – Why Those With Disabilities Are a Great Blessing to the Body of Christ [Lamar Hardwick]

Lamar Hardwick (DMin, Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary), also known as “the autism pastor,” is the lead pastor at Tri-Cities Church in East Point, Georgia. He is the author of Epic Church and the best-selling I Am Strong: The Life and Journey of an Autistic Pastor. In 2014, after years of

Gratitude for Legacy

Assuming you live within the United States, you may be feeling the not-so-subtle coma effects of tryptophan. Your kitchen may look like the scullery of a Victorian home following a dinner party. Depending on your family traditions, maybe you play pick-up football games at a local park, or maybe you

TMCP 87: How the Enneagram Can Help You Better Understand Yourself and Others [Suzanne Stabile]

Suzanne Stabile is a highly sought-after speaker, teacher, and internationally recognized Enneagram master teacher who has taught thousands of people over the last thirty years. She is the author of The Path Between Us, and coauthor, with Ian Morgan Cron, of The Road Back to You. She is also the

Discontentment Can Be a Spiritual Virtue

During the Civil War, a Union soldier inscribed the words to a song of uncertain origins on the wall of his prison. “I am a poor wayfaring stranger. Traveling through this world below…”  The Libby Prison Hymn, as it was known for a time, was credited to this soldier even

TMCP 86: How Do You Live During Seasons of Waiting? [Heather Thompson Day]

Dr. Heather Thompson Day is an interdenominational speaker and has been a contributor for Religion News Service, Christianity Today, Newsweek and the Barna Group. She is also the host of Viral Jesus, a podcast with Christianity Today. Heather is an Associate Professor of Communication at Andrews University. She is passionate

A Lesson in Prayer from Ia Drang

In November of 2013, I downloaded a book on my kindle. We Were Soldiers Once…And Young by Joe Galloway. I knew the story, or a version of it at least, made by Hollywood and portrayed in part by Mel Gibson and Sam Elliot. I remember being struck with the

TMCP 85: How Do I Stay Informed Without Being Formed By the News? [Jeffrey Bilbro]

Jeffrey Bilbro (PhD, Baylor University) is the editor-in-chief of Front Porch Republic and associate professor of English at Grove City College. He is also the author of Loving God’s Wildness: The Christian Roots of Ecological Ethics in American Literature and Virtues of Renewal: Wendell Berry’s Sustainable Forms, and

How Do I Leave a Church with Grace?

In life, one door opens and another one closes. Seasons don’t last forever. This is true of attending church and being part of a church community. Sometimes there is a time to move forward and transition from the current church community you are part of to another church. I

TMCP 84: How Genesis One Helps Us Better Understand God and Scripture [John Walton]

John H. Walton (PhD, Hebrew Union College) is professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College and Graduate School. Previously he was professor of Old Testament at Moody Bible Institute in Chicago for twenty years. Some of Walton’s books include The Lost World of Adam and Eve, The Lost World

TMCP 83: How Do You Live a Spacious Life? [Ashley Hales]

Ashley Hales (PhD, University of Edinburgh) is a writer, speaker, and host of the Finding Holy podcast. She is the author of Finding Holy in the Suburbs and her writing has been featured in Christianity Today, Books & Culture, and The Gospel Coalition. Ashley is married to a pastor and

A Bad Hunt and A Bowl of Soup: Why An Eternal Perspective Matters

It is late afternoon and the sun is sinking lower and casting long shadows down the draws and crevices along the Owyhee mountains.  Out in the valley, sunlight still covers everything, but down the steep slope below me, darkness has already begun to stretch out its fingers and get a

Hockey Documentaries and Marriage: Why You Should Not Ignore Your Spouse

It was the end of the day and I was sitting on the couch and I was tired.  My wife and I had just completed the hostage negotiation process that is bedtime and there was quiet in the house.  I had decided to fritter away a few precious moments on

TMCP 82: How Should Western Christians Think About America, Faith, and Politics? [Os Guinness]

Os Guinness (DPhil, Oxford) is the author or editor of more than thirty books, including The Dust of Death, The Call, Fool’s Talk, Carpe Diem Redeemed, The Magna Carta of Humanity, Last Call for Liberty, Impossible People, Unspeakable, and Time for Truth. A frequent speaker and prominent social critic,

What I Learned About Time From My Coffee

I used to sit and watch the steam rise off my coffee.  This was particularly evocative on cold mornings in South Africa where many houses have no central heating.  I would sit there and watch the thick steam quickly thin and disappear into the air and I would think on

TMCP 81: What Does It Mean to Be a Mature Christian? [Dave and Ezra]

* Growing up in Christ * Importance of growing up together * Becoming mature is a team sport * Characteristics of baby Christians vs. mature Christians Heb. 5:11-14 * The dangers of reductionistic or binary thinking * Becoming Berean — Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-monday-christian/support Podcast: Play in a new window | Download

Does God Care About My Lawn?

It’s 4:00 pm on a Saturday and your lawn is looking an inch or two away from the HOA phone call.  You are tired.  You had a tough week full of tough decisions, hectic schedules, and strained relationships.  You want it to look good for Sunday.  You want

TMCP 80: How Do I Invest in Relationships? [Dave and Ezra]

Seven Ways to Invest: 1. God – Jesus spent major amounts of his life separated from the crowds and alone with his Father. He would go off into the wilderness without food for forty days at a time just to talk to him. Before he gave the greatest sacrifice for all

What Does God Do With My Brokenness?

I just started a renovation project in our house. The design, function, and final look of the project have occupied space in my mind. It isn’t always there, but I always come back to it. I plan and scheme and dream of what I want to do. All these

What Can I Do About Anxiety?

Recently a verse came to my mind. Psalm 43:5. It sums up my feelings lately. I feel cast down. Like a man charging windmills, I fight at nothing and everything. There is a fog between me and the world.  I am anxious. Admittance is key to getting help but

TMCP 79: How Do You Extend Forgiveness to the “Unforgivable?” [Davey Blackburn]

In November 2015 Davey’s wife of 7 years, Amanda Grace, was tragically murdered in a home invasion. Davey was left to pastor their church as a single dad of their 15-month-old son, Weston. 2 years later Davey remarried and God’s redemption story began to unfold. Davey and his

Is Suffering a Good Thing?

If you asked me ten years ago if I thought suffering was a good thing, I would have said no. Fast forward to how I would respond to that question now and I would say yes. What has changed? My perspective. We live in a culture where everything needs to

TMCP 78: How to Thrive in God While You Suffer [Nik Ripken]

Nik and Ruth, with 3 children, served for over 32 years obeying Christ’s command to share Jesus across the globe. After 7 years in Malawi & South Africa, they moved to Nairobi, Kenya to begin work among the Somali people (1991-1997). Since that time (1998-2013) they have journeyed globally

How Do I Love Christians Who Differ from Me on Important Topics?

This summer has been busy, but good. Between writings gigs, speaking opportunities, school stuff, and podcast conversations I have talked with some great people, read some fascinating books, and had hours of time to reflect. I’ve had the privilege to work on some lighter topics such as self-development but

TMCP 77: What Can We Learn Through Seasons of Lament? [Mark Vroegop]

Mark Vroegop has been the Lead Pastor of College Park Church in Indianapolis since 2008. He previously served as Senior Pastor at Calvary Baptist Church in Holland, Michigan, from 1996-2008. Mark and his wife, Sarah, are parents of four living children and a stillborn daughter.  They have three adult sons,

Where is God in My Grief?

He was despised and rejected by men, a man of sorrows and acquainted with grief… Isaiah 53:3 “No one ever told me that grief felt so like fear. I am not afraid, but the sensation is like being afraid. The same fluttering in the stomach, the same restlessness, the

The Faith Equation

There is beauty and symmetry in mathematics. A sum, a quotient, the difference, an equation; if done correctly all will balance out. It is harmonious and balanced; a spot of perfection in an imperfect world. When I was in high school, I enjoyed certain aspects of math but often failed

TMCP 76: Why the Gospel is Greater than Gangs, Drugs, Mistresses, and Prison [Herman Mendoza]

Rev. Herman Mendoza currently serves as an Associate Pastor and the Director of PowerHouse Kids Ministry, at Promise Ministries International in New York City. He is also one of the speakers for The 4/14 Window Movement, a global initiative to raise a new generation of children, ages 4 to

What Do I Do With “Wasted Years?”

Inescapable images on the news and the ramifications of them have given us all reason to think.  The last few days I have had a thought heavy on my mind. What do you do when you can’t make sense of  a season in your life? Your sacrifices are met

TMCP 75: The Power of Small Habits [Darryl Dash]

Darryl Dash is author of How to Grow: Applying the Gospel to ALL of Life. He serves as pastor of Liberty Grace Church in Toronto. He is also cofounder of Gospel for Life, and director of Advance Church Planting Institute. He has a Doctor of Ministry degree from Gordon-Conwell Theological

TMCP 74: How Proverbs Speaks to Everyday Life [Philip Brown]

Philip Brown serves as the Graduate Program Director and teaches NT Greek and Biblical Hebrew as well as English Bible, Theology, and Homiletics classes at God’s Bible School and College in Cincinnati, OH (www.gbs.edu). Philip completed a BA in Ministerial Studies from Hobe Sound Bible College (1993)

Is It Really That Important To Forgive?

The Lord’s Prayer, in Matthew 6, contains a glimpse into the mind of God as Christ shares the secret and purpose of prayer with his disciples.  From a spiritual perspective it is incredibly powerful; from a historical perspective it is a fascinating, rare glimpse into the secret “boardroom” of

What I Learned from a Traitor’s Feet.

If you were raised in a church culture or background, the teaching from Matthew 5 is second nature (at least in theory). Love your enemies and those who wish you harm. It is the counter-cultural motif that runs strong throughout history since it was first penned. It goes against every

TMCP 73: What is God’s View of Human Sexuality? [Christopher Yuan]

Dr. Christopher Yuan taught the Bible at Moody Bible Institute for over ten years and his speaking ministry on faith and sexuality has reached five continents. He speaks at conferences, on college campuses, and in churches. He has co-authored with his mother their memoir, Out of a Far Country: A

TMCP 72: One Word That Can Change a Marriage [Gary Thomas]

Gary is the author of 20 books that together have sold over two million copies, have been translated into more than a dozen languages, and won numerous awards. His writings have established him as a thought-leader in the areas of marriage, parenting, and spiritual formation. His speaking ministry has led

TMCP 71: Why Rest is Critical for Spiritual Growth [Dave and Ezra]

On this podcast, Dave and Ezra talk about the following points: * Being married for 9 and 15 years * Vacation * Rest * Spiritual Growth — Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-monday-christian/support Podcast: Play in a new window | Download

TMCP 70: How a Season of Burnout Taught Me to Walk at God’s Pace [Terry Looper]

Terry Looper is CEO and Founder of Texon LP, a Houston-based energy company that views its core values and employees as the keys to its mission of being the best service provider in its industry. Terry’s passion is to serve as a mentor to fellow business and nonprofit leaders.

TMCP 69: Why Should I Be Engaged in a Local Church? [Feat. Emily Jones and Brian Taylor]

What does it look like to be be the church and why is this important? On this episode, Dave and Ezra share some thoughts on what the church is all about and why being engaged in the church is so important. They bring on Ezra’s pastor (Brian Taylor) for

TMCP 68: Why the Body of Christ Matters in a Me Focused World

Things We Talked About: * Playoff Hockey * Covid Cicadas * Reflections on Christian Community * “Ghosting” people * Reconciling and confrontation in the body of Christ * Growing in Christ as part of his body * Things learned over the past 17 podcast episodes — Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-monday-christian/support Podcast: Play in a

TMCP 68: Why the Body of Christ Matters in a Me Focused World

Things We Talked About: * Playoff Hockey * Covid Cicadas * Reflections on Christian Community * “Ghosting” people * Reconciling and confrontation in the body of Christ * Growing in Christ as part of his body * Things learned over the past 17 podcast episodes — Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the-monday-christian/support Podcast: Play in a

TMCP 67: How God Protected Me After Getting Shot in the Neck [John Arroyo]

John Arroyo is a retired Green Beret and US Army Captain (2018.) After serving as a Green Beret in the middle east, based out of Ft. Bragg, NC for fifteen years, he was transferred to Ft. Hood, Texas where he thought he would spend the remainder of his career in

TMCP 67: How God Protected Me After Getting Shot in the Neck [John Arroyo]

JohnArroyo is a retired Green Beret and US Army Captain (2018.) After serving as a Green Beret in the middle east, based out of Ft. Bragg, NC for fifteen years, he was transferred to Ft. Hood, Texas where he thought he would spend the remainder of his career in safety.

TMCP 66: How I Empower Women to Share their Faith [Jami Staples]

Jami and her husband Brian served several years in Kenya, where God opened their hearts and minds to the Muslim world.  In addition to immersing herself in the local Somali community, Jami also supported those working in closed countries globally and authored stories of God’s redemptive love for Muslims.

TMCP 65: Christ’s Heart for the Sinner and Sufferer [Dane Ortlund]

Dane was called to be the Senior Pastor at Naperville Presbyterian Church (southwest side) in 2020 after being part of the church for 13 years along with his family: his college sweetheart, Stacey, and their five kids, Zach, Nate, Jeremiah, Chloe, and Ben. Dane is a graduate of Wheaton College

TMCP 64: How Should I Pray When I Don’t Feel Like It? [H.B. Charles Jr.]

Dr. HB Charles is the Pastor-Teacher at the Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church of Jacksonville and Orange Park, Florida, where he has served since the fall of 2008. He is primarily responsible for preaching-teaching, vision casting, and leadership development – along with all the other tasks that go along with pastoral ministry.