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Episode 21: Reconciliation of All Things - Part 2

December 11, 2024 • Paul Backhaus, Eric Eidson, Bill Vanderbush • Romans 5:6–21, Ephesians 2, 2 Corinthians 5:14–21, Colossians 1:15–23

This is Part 2 of our discussion on The Reconciliation of All Things with Bill Vanderbush. Bill is on staff at Bethel Austin and is the author of Reckless Grace. Misunderstandings or confusion about what, why, and how God’s reconciliation works has created massive divisions in His body. This discussion digs into these concepts of reconciliation, condemnation, judgement, and innocence.

Episode 20: Reconciliation of All Things - Part 1

November 27, 2024 • Eric Eidson, Paul Backhaus, Bill Vanderbush • Colossians 1:15–23, 2 Corinthians 5:14–21, Romans 5:6–21, Ephesians 2

The Apostle Paul sets up a tension between God reconciling all things to himself (2 Cor. 5:19), and the idea that ALL have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God (Romans 3:23). The nature of reconciliation and judgement – and God’s plan for both – reveal something about both who HE is and who we are because of Him. Misunderstandings or confusion about what, why, and how God’s reconciliation works has created massive divisions in His body. This discussion will dig into these concepts of reconciliation, condemnation, judgement, and innocence. Bill Vanderbush, of Bethel Austin and author of Reckless Grace, joins Pastors Paul and Eric for a 3-part discussion of the Reconciliation of All Things. The discussion was hosted in front of a live audience.

Episode 18: Freedom in the Kingdom - Part 2

October 31, 2024 • Paul Backhaus, Kristy Jones, Jessie Shanks • Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 42:11, Mark 5:1–15, 2 Timothy 1:7

Part 2 of a discussion on mental, emotional, and spiritual freedom in the Kingdom of God. Kristy Jones is the leader of the Freedom Ministry at Trinity Church and Jessie Shanks is a licensed and practicing mental health therapist. The Gospel of Jesus Christ promises healing and restoration in the spirit, soul, mind, and body (Luke 4:18-21). However, it does not take long to discover the lifelong difficulties followers of Jesus Christ experience in their lives that remain unresolved. The Jesus movement and Charismatic renewal forced the church to address the dissonance presented in the life of a believer that extends beyond the didactic teaching of scripture: teach truth, believe correctly, and be healed. Missing from this protocol is addressing an individual's emotional, mental, and spiritual component of their being and the impact that trauma has on the development of an individual. The inner healing movement, in response, created space for individuals to present themselves with the caring facilitation of trained prayer counselors to address the events that continue to impact their present-day lives in private ministry. Due to the work of committed theologians, academics, psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists, the discipline of psychology and mental health counseling has also provided a means of healing for individuals. The conversation will explore the commonalities of the two modalities and how they can complement one another within the local church. In light of the Christic covenant, what is each modality attempting to achieve? How does one know they have experienced healing?

Episode 17: Freedom in the Kingdom - Part 1

October 9, 2024 • Jessie Shanks, Kristy Jones, Paul Backhaus • Isaiah 41:10, Psalm 42:11, Mark 5:1–15, 2 Timothy 1:7

Featuring a discussion on mental, emotional, and spiritual freedom in the Kingdom of God. Kristy Jones is the leader of the Freedom Ministry at Trinity Church and Jessie Shanks is a licensed and practicing mental health therapist. The Gospel of Jesus Christ promises healing and restoration in the spirit, soul, mind, and body (Luke 4:18-21). However, it does not take long to discover the lifelong difficulties followers of Jesus Christ experience in their lives that remain unresolved. The Jesus movement and Charismatic renewal forced the church to address the dissonance presented in the life of a believer that extends beyond the didactic teaching of scripture: teach truth, believe correctly, and be healed. Missing from this protocol is addressing an individual's emotional, mental, and spiritual component of their being and the impact that trauma has on the development of an individual. The inner healing movement, in response, created space for individuals to present themselves with the caring facilitation of trained prayer counselors to address the events that continue to impact their present-day lives in private ministry. Due to the work of committed theologians, academics, psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists, the discipline of psychology and mental health counseling has also provided a means of healing for individuals. The conversation will explore the commonalities of the two modalities and how they can complement one another within the local church. In light of the Christic covenant, what is each modality attempting to achieve? How does one know they have experienced healing?

Episode 16: Living from Eternity - Part 3

September 25, 2024 • Eric Eidson, Paul Backhaus, Joshua Minter • John 3:14–17, Mark 10:17, John 17:1–4, Romans 6:19–23

This is the third and final part of our series with Joshua Minter, founder of Global Mercy Missions out of South Africa and Chicago, IL. You can learn more about Joshua at http://www.globalmercymissions.com Evangelism and evangelism tools have typically been focused on “salvation”. When we look at what “being saved” means, the emphasis falls heavily on salvation from Hell or salvation to Heaven. In other words, the primary selling point of giving our lives to Christ is what happens AFTER this life we currently live. Yet Jesus said he came that we might have life ABUNDANTLY. He consistently referred to ETERNAL life . . . How does the Christic understanding of ETERNAL-Life vs. AFTER-Life impact our daily experience, choices, and relationships? How does it affect our ministry to others? Join us for this discussion on the after-life, Eternal life, and evangelism!

Episode 15: Living from Eternity - Part 2

September 11, 2024 • Paul Backhaus, Eric Eidson, Joshua Minter • Isaiah 45:15–18, Psalm 145:13, Psalm 16:9–11, John 17:1–4

This is the second part of our series with Joshua Minter, founder of of Global Mercy Missions out of South Africa and Chicago, IL. You can learn more about Joshua at http://www.globalmercymissions.com Evangelism and evangelism tools have typically been focused on “salvation”. When we look at what “being saved” means, the emphasis falls heavily on salvation from Hell or salvation to Heaven. In other words, the primary selling point of giving our lives to Christ is what happens AFTER this life we currently live. Yet Jesus said he came that we might have life ABUNDANTLY. He consistently referred to ETERNAL life . . . How does the Christic understanding of ETERNAL-Life vs. AFTER-Life impact our daily experience, choices, and relationships? How does it affect our ministry to others? Join us for this discussion on the after-life, Eternal life, and evangelism!

Episode 14: Living from Eternity - Part 1

August 28, 2024 • Paul Backhaus, Eric Eidson, Joshua Minter • John 17:1–4, Isaiah 45:15–18, Psalm 16:9–11, John 3:14–17, Romans 6:19–23

This is the first of a 3-part series with Joshua Minter, founder of of Global Mercy Missions out of South Africa and Chicago, IL. You can learn more about Joshua at http://www.globalmercymissions.com Evangelism and evangelism tools have typically been focused on “salvation”. When we look at what “being saved” means, the emphasis falls heavily on salvation from Hell or salvation to Heaven. In other words, the primary selling point of giving our lives to Christ is what happens AFTER this life we currently live. Yet Jesus said he came that we might have life ABUNDANTLY. He consistently referred to ETERNAL life . . . How does the Christic understanding of ETERNAL-Life vs. AFTER-Life impact our daily experience, choices, and relationships? How does it affect our ministry to others? Join us for this discussion on the after-life, Eternal life, and evangelism!

Episode 13: Morality and Holiness - Part 3

August 14, 2024 • Paul Backhaus, Eric Eidson, Rodney Drury • Hebrews 10:5–18, Ephesians 2:11–19, 1 Corinthians 6:9–20, John 17:13–19

This is the final episode of our discussion with Rodney Drury, pastor, author, and founder of Redneck Mystic Media on the pursuit of holiness and morality in our lives. We often conflate holiness with morality, but scripture is clear there is a significant difference. What is that difference? How do we reconcile the standards we see in scripture with a world in chaos and darkness? What is the responsibility of the church in establishing or maintaining a moral society? Holiness is not about a set of rules and regulations we follow, but a relationship with the God of light and love that transforms us from the inside out. Yet there are standards for holy living set forth throughout scripture. The church has a history of holding the line on some standards, while ignoring or even dismissing others.

Episode 12: Morality and Holiness - Part 2

July 24, 2024 • Rodney Drury, Paul Backhaus, Eric Eidson • Ephesians 2:11–19, Matthew 23:25–28, 1 Corinthians 6:9–20, John 17:13–19, Hebrews 10:5–18

This is Part 2 of our discussion with Rodney Drury, pastor, author, and founder of Redneck Mystic Media. Join us for this conversation on the nature, purpose, and pursuit of holiness and morality in our lives. We often conflate holiness with morality, but scripture is clear there is a significant difference. What is that difference? How do we reconcile the standards we see in scripture with a world in chaos and darkness? What is the responsibility of the church in establishing or maintaining a moral society? Holiness is not about a set of rules and regulations we follow, but a relationship with the God of light and love that transforms us from the inside out. Yet there are standards for holy living set forth throughout scripture. The church has a history of holding the line on some standards, while ignoring or even dismissing others.

Episode 11: Morality and Holiness - Part 1

July 10, 2024 • Paul Backhaus, Eric Eidson, Rodney Drury • 1 Peter 2:9–17, Matthew 23:25–28, Romans 5:20—6:18, 1 Corinthians 6:9–20

We often conflate holiness with morality, but scripture is clear there is a significant difference. What is that difference? How do we reconcile the standards we see in scripture with a world in chaos and darkness? What is the responsibility of the church in establishing or maintaining a moral society? Holiness is not about a set of rules and regulations we follow, but a relationship with the God of light and love that transforms us from the inside out. Yet there are standards for holy living set forth throughout scripture. The church has a history of holding the line on some standards, while ignoring or even dismissing others. Our guest for this discussion is Rodney Drury, pastor, author, and founder of Redneck Mystic Media. Rodney joins Pastor Paul Backhaus and myself, Eric Eidson, for a discussion on the nature, purpose, and pursuit of Holiness and Morality in our lives.

Episode 10: The Word of God - Part 3

June 12, 2024 • Paul Backhaus, Eric Eidson, Doug Main • John 1:1, James 1:19–25, Jeremiah 31:31–34, Matthew 22:23–33, John 10:34–36

This episode is part 3 of our talk with Doug Main, adjunct faculty member at Eternity Bible College and founder of The Jesus Cohort. The role of scripture in the life of the Church and the Christian is undeniable. Debates about its nature rage on though. Is it inerrant? Is it a set of rules and regulations for life – basic instructions before leaving earth? Is it a history book? A science text? Mythology? Our beliefs about any of these questions have a profound impact on the way we interpret and apply the things we find within the bible. This discussion will dig into the nature and role of scripture in our life in Christ.

Episode 9: The Word of God - Part 2

May 22, 2024 • Paul Backhaus, Eric Eidson, Doug Main • John 10:34–36, 1 Peter 1:22–25, Hebrews 4:12, 2 Timothy 3:14–17, John 1:1

This episode is part 2 of our talk with Doug Main, adjunct faculty member at Eternity Bible College and founder of The Jesus Cohort. The role of scripture in the life of the Church and the Christian is undeniable. Debates about its nature rage on though. Is it inerrant? Is it a set of rules and regulations for life – basic instructions before leaving earth? Is it a history book? A science text? Mythology? Our beliefs about any of these questions have a profound impact on the way we interpret and apply the things we find within the bible. This discussion will dig into the nature and role of scripture in our life in Christ.

Episode 8: The Word of God - Part 1

May 8, 2024 • Paul Backhaus, Eric Eidson, Doug Main • 2 Timothy 3:14–17, Matthew 22:23–33, Luke 24:25–46, John 1:1

This episode is part 1 of an amazing discussion with Doug Main, adjunct faculty member at Eternity Bible College and founder of The Jesus Cohort. The role of scripture in the life of the Church and the Christian is undeniable. Debates about its nature rage on though. Is it inerrant? Is it a set of rules and regulations for life – basic instructions before leaving earth? Is it a history book? A science text? Mythology? Our beliefs about any of these questions have a profound impact on the way we interpret and apply the things we find within the bible. This discussion will dig into the nature and role of scripture in our life in Christ.

Episode 7: Love and Truth - Part 3

April 24, 2024 • Eric Eidson, Andrea Molina, Stephanie Farris • Ephesians 4, Romans 2:1–4, Mark 12:28–34, Romans 13:8–10, Matthew 5:43–48

This episode concludes the 3-part series on "Speaking the truth in love" with Andrea Molina and Stephanie Farris. The temptation to explain how and why others are wrong in their beliefs or behaviors is always great. Christians love to say we are “speaking the truth in love,” but are we really doing that? The fruit of speaking truth in love is ever-increasing maturity in the body of Christ (Eph. 4:15). Part 3 of this discussion focuses on the practical ways we can pursue others in love.

Episode 6: Love and Truth - Part 2

April 10, 2024 • Eric Eidson, Andrea Molina, Stephanie Farris • Romans 2:1–4, Mark 12:28–34, Ephesians 4, Romans 13:8–10

Andrea Molina and Stephanie Farris join us for a discussion about speaking the truth in love. The temptation to explain how and why others are wrong in their beliefs or behaviors is always great. Christians love to say we are “speaking the truth in love,” but are we really doing that? The fruit of speaking truth in love is ever-increasing maturity in the body of Christ (Eph. 4:15). Part 2 of this discussion focuses heavily on how we respond to people or situations in our lives that diverge from our own values and principles. How do we speak hard truths into those situations? This episode starts to unpack practical application of loving others first and allowing Truth to be revealed rather than imposed.

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