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Season 1

April 30, 2025

A Conversation with Chloe: Faith, Growth, and God’s Grace

Episode 129 In this heartfelt episode, Michael and Zach sit down with Michael’s eldest child, Chloe, for a candid conversation about her journey of faith. Chloe shares her testimony, what God has been teaching her lately, and...

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April 28, 2025

Jesus, the Risen King | Psalm 2

Episode 128 This Easter, we celebrate Jesus, the Risen King, by turning to Psalm 2—a royal and Messianic psalm that points beyond earthly kings to the reign of Christ Himself. We look at the rebellion of humanity against God’...

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April 23, 2025

The Synoptic Gospel Problem – Markan Priority

Episode 127 In Part 2 of our series on the Synoptic Problem, Zach presents the case for Markan priority—the view that Mark was the first Gospel written. We explore the literary, linguistic, and structural reasons many scholar...

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April 21, 2025

Greetings | Romans 16

Episode 126 In this episode, we explore Romans 16 and Paul’s long list of greetings and commendations—24 individuals and several groups mentioned by name. Why does this matter? Because what we say about others reflects what w...

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April 16, 2025

The Synoptic Gospel Problem – Matthean Priority

Episode 125 In Part 1 of our two-part series on the Synoptic Problem, we begin with a big-picture overview of the issue: Why do Matthew, Mark, and Luke share so much in common—and where do they differ? Michael then presents t...

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April 14, 2025

I Hope to See You – Romans 15:22–33

Episode 124 In this episode, we reflect on Paul’s travel plans in Romans 15:22–33 and what they reveal about balancing personal desire, ministry needs, and God’s sovereign will. Paul longs to visit the believers in Rome, hope...

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April 9, 2025

Think Tank Thursday—Essence, Existence, and the Thomistic Proof for G…

Episode 123 In this episode, we explore one of Thomas Aquinas’s most profound arguments for the existence of God—based on the distinction between essence and existence. Why do things exist at all, and what does it mean that t...

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April 7, 2025

A Minister of Christ Jesus to the Gentiles | Romans 15:14-21

Episode 122 In this episode, we explore Romans 15:14–21, where Paul shares his unique calling as a minister to the Gentiles. We’ll unpack how Paul saw his mission, the grace given to him by God, and his deep desire to preach ...

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April 2, 2025

Was Melchizedek a Christophany?

Episode 121 Who was Melchizedek—the mysterious priest-king who appears to Abraham in Genesis 14 and is later referenced in Psalm 110 and Hebrews? In this episode, we dive deep into the question: Was Melchizedek a Christophany...

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March 31, 2025

How Can We All Get Along? Part 3 | Romans 15:1-12

Episode 120 In this final part of our series on getting along, we explore Romans 15:1–12 and Paul’s vision for unity in the body of Christ. How can strong and weak believers walk together in love? What does it mean to bear wi...

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March 26, 2025

March Madness: Children’s Bible Song Draft!

Episode 119 In honor of March Madness, Michael and Zach go head-to-head in a friendly Children’s Bible Song Draft! We each build our ultimate “team” of classic kids’ Bible songs as we draft our picks and explain what makes ea...

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March 24, 2025

Praying Passionately and Expectantly | Luke 11:1-13

Episode 118 In this episode, we dive into Luke 11:1–13, where Jesus responds to His disciples' heartfelt request: “Lord, teach us to pray.” Together, we explore how Jesus’ model prayer goes beyond routine words to reveal a po...

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March 19, 2025

Think Tank Thursday—The Kalam Cosmological Argument: Does the Univers…

Episode 117 Does the universe have a beginning? If so, does it require a cause? In this episode, we explore the Kalam Cosmological Argument, a powerful philosophical and theological case for the existence of God. Originating ...

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March 17, 2025

Foundations for Christian Unity: Truth & Humility

Episode 116 In this episode, we explore the biblical foundations of Christian unity, focusing on how truth and humility shape our relationships. We'll discuss how adopting the mind of Christ fosters harmony, how humility guid...

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March 12, 2025

Who is Michael the Arch Angel?

Episode 115 Michael and Zach reinvite Clay Thrower to the show to discuss an interesting theory about the real identity of Michael of Arch Angel. What a great name. Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/I-PLcUXODqI Music ...

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March 10, 2025

How Can We Get Along? Part 2 | Romans 14:13-23

Episode 114 With differences in beliefs over alcohol, clothing, music, and other things, how can Christians get along with one another? Graphic Zach discussed: https://www.9marks.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/Screen-Shot-201...

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March 5, 2025

Biblical Perspectives on Social Media and Technology

Episode 113 Michael and Zach reinvite Jonathan White to discuss how we should think about social media and technology in our lives and our children's lives. Original Lesson Part 1: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/22325225...

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March 3, 2025

How Can We Get Along? | Romans 14:1-13

Episode 112 With differences in beliefs over alcohol, clothing, music, and other things, how can Christians get along with one another? Original Sermon: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/223252259414295 Find our videocast h...

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Feb. 26, 2025

Wisdom Literature Part 6

Episode 111 Michael and Zach discuss wrap up their discussion on the wisdom literature in the Old Testament. Original Lesson: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/216251748555634 Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/rvUJ...

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Feb. 24, 2025

Put on the Armor of Light | Romans 13:11-14

Episode 110 Is our sanctification a battle or a war? How can we be prepared? Original Sermon: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/216251835156138 Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/FvW44qvmkzs Music from #Uppbeat (free...

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Feb. 19, 2025

Wisdom Literature Part 5

Episode 109 Michael and Zach discuss wisdom literature in the Old Testament. In this episode we look at the book of Job. Original Lesson: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/29251751354275 Find our videocast here: https://y...

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Feb. 17, 2025

Love One Another | Romans 13:8-14

Episode 108 Our only debt that we should have is out ongoing love for one another. Original Sermon: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/292521274615 Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/50AZeGy_3XY Music from #Uppbeat (f...

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Feb. 12, 2025

Wisdom Literature Part 4

Episode 107 Michael and Zach discuss wisdom literature in the Old Testament. In this episode we look at the book of Ecclesiastes. Original Lesson: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/2225180324037 Find our videocast here: htt...

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Feb. 10, 2025

Pay Your Taxes

Episode 106 How should we relate to our government? Is civil disobedience ever allowed? Original Sermon: https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/2225200183215 Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/iiItounHAwM Music from #Uppb...

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