11: Jacob, pt. 1
With Esau threatening to kill him, Jacob must flee to live with his uncle more than 500 miles away. Find out what happens on his journey in this episode of Who’s in the Bible.
036: Mom Guilt
While many things are different right now, one thing that is not new is the reality of mom guilt. In fact, many moms feel the pressure of not doing enough or being enough even more in this season. On this episode, Rachel Chester talks with Jennefer Arrington and Mandy Turner about what mom guilt is, where it comes from, and how we can encourage each other to find freedom and rest from it.
RESOURCES
Treasuring Christ When Your Hands Are Full: Gospel Meditations for Busy Moms
“The Difference Between Guilt and Shame” (article)
“The Gift of Mom Guilt” (article)
“(Mom) Guilt and the Gospel” by Jennifer Arrington
10: Jacob and Esau
Isaac and Rebekah have twin boys that are not only surprisingly different, but behave in ways you wouldn’t expect. Listen to this episode for the story of Esau and Jacob.
035: The Blessings and Dangers of Technology When Everything Goes Online
People have been forced to connect using technology now more than ever. Overnight, what could only be experienced “offline” had to be moved “online”—engaging in the life of the church, connecting with friends and family, and going to work or school. Everything is online now, at least temporarily. On this episode, Ryan Lehtinen talks with Aaron Lutz and Lance Lawson about how the technology that makes this possible is a blessing, but it’s limitations and dangers still exist. They also discuss what they hope to learn personally and as a church from this season.
RESOURCES:
The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry by John Mark Comer
Disruptive Witness by Alan Noble
“Normal Again, Thanks to COVID-19” (Article)
09: Isaac and Rebekah
The story of God’s plan to rescue and bless the world through Abraham’s family continues as a trusted servant travels over 500 miles to find a wife for Isaac.
034: God at Work in Houston Churches
Although many things are shut down or altered around us, God has been at work among churches and church plants across the Houston area. Ryan Lehtinen recently talked with Chad Clarkson, the executive director of the Houston Church Planting Network, to hear how established and new churches are weathering COVID-19 and how they are seeing God move in new and powerful ways.
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08: Abraham
The story of Abram continues, but not without new names and a major plot twist. Will God’s plan to rescue and bless the world end as soon as it gets started? Listen to this episode to find out.
033: Loving Your Neighbor During a Stay-at-Home Order
Driven by the desire to love their neighbors with the love they’ve received in the gospel, many people are asking how they can serve the community during this season. Obviously, the answer to question isn’t so straight forward during a stay-at-home order. On this episode, Ryan Lehtinen talks with Chris and Amy Alston about ways people are loving their neighbors already and how you can too.
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07: Abram
Things get weird in this episode as Aric and Lance learn about God’s plan to rescue and bless the world through a family, and it all starts with a guy named Abram.
032: The Resurrection of Jesus – History or Hoax?
Did the resurrection really happen or was it all just made up? On this week of Easter, Ryan Lehtinen sat down with Bruce Wesley and Yancey Arrington to discuss the most compelling evidence for the historical reality of the resurrection of Jesus. They also talk about the hope the resurrection offers for us today.
RESOURCES:
Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright
The Resurrection of the Son of God by N.T. Wright