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In this episode, Soojin Park, Anna Meade Harris, and Lydia Brownback share their personal experiences, from widowhood to lifelong singleness, addressing the challenges and misconceptions that single individuals often face in the church. The conversation explores how the church can better support and integrate singles. And they offer encouragement and practical insights on embracing singleness with faith and purpose, reminding listeners that singleness is not a secondary calling but a meaningful and valuable part of God's plan.
📝ON THIS VIDEO:
00:00Challenges of being a single parent in the church
3:04 Seasons of singleness
6:33 Misconceptions about singleness
9:31 Integration and support in the church
17:37 Healthy ways to talk about singleness
29:43 Practical ways to support singles
34:34 Addressing sexuality and comparison
36:50 Encouragement for singles
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Collin Hansen interviews Ross Douthat about his book, 'Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious', exploring the cultural shift toward religion and the importance of religious institutions.
Douthat critiques the idea that intelligence leads to meaninglessness and discusses the dangers of a purely spiritual approach without structure. The conversation considers how suffering can strengthen faith and examines the modern spiritual crises of isolation and despair, highlighting the enduring relevance of the Gospels.
📝ON THIS VIDEO:
0:00 Introduction and overview of Ross Douthat's book
9:21 Distinction between spiritual and religious
12:59 Challenges and critiques of religion
33:09 The role of suffering and meaning in religion
40:18 The compelling nature of Jesus
🔗MENTIONED:
'Believe: Why Everyone Should Be Religious' by Ross Douthat: https://a.co/d/0tjk1wm?tag=thegospcoal-20
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Doctrines are more like an interconnected web than an itemized list. So how do we determine which matters are debatable in a church—and which are not? Not all beliefs are equally important, after all.
In this episode of The Everyday Pastor, Matt Smethurst and Ligon Duncan encourage pastors to think carefully about the respective “weight” Scripture assigns various doctrines—and the implications for unity grounded in truth and love.
📝ON THIS VIDEO:
00:00 Doctrine and Christian freedom
05:16 The irreducible theological nature of Christianity
06:56 First, second, and third order doctrines
15:37 Theological triage and Christian liberty
21:49 Doctrinal minimalists and sectarians
30:01 The importance of creeds and confessions
31:13 Doctrine and Christian unity
31:52 The role of doctrine in pastoral care
32:11 The importance of doctrine for Christian life
🔗MENTIONED:
Westminster Confession of Faith: https://a.co/d/7omn7rs?tag=thegospcoal-20
The New Hampshire Baptist Confession of Faith 1833: https://a.co/d/6g1nlSc?tag=thegospcoal-20
'Finding the Right Hills to Die On: The Case for Theological Triage' by Gavin Ortlund: https://a.co/d/2nf0kKN?tag=thegospecoal-20
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A recent Barna study showed that the ages of 18 to 25 are when many professing Christians will leave the church, especially as they transition to college life.
In this breakout session from TGCW24, Michael Kruger shares insights from his book Surviving Religion 101, exploring how parents can equip their children intellectually and spiritually to go through college and beyond with their faith intact.
Kruger shares three key principles for parents—wise exposure, purposeful dialogue, and embracing doubts—along with four ideas for teens, including viewing challenges as growth opportunities and valuing community.
📝ON THIS VIDEO:
0:00 Introduction
2:14 Parental concerns and book inspiration
6:26 Three principles for parents
21:51 Four principles for teens
41:32 Conclusion and final encouragement
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In this Gospelbound spring season preview, Collin Hansen and Kendra Dahl announce the spring season's upcoming guests, including Ross Douthat, Nicholas Carr, Kevin DeYoung, and others—covering topics from media criticism to theology and history.
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Have you ever wondered why two churches can be so similar in their doctrinal beliefs but so different in their practices? How can we make sure our methodology is rooted in theology, not mere pragmatism?
In this episode of The Everyday Pastor, Matt Smethurst and Ligon Duncan are joined by Michael Lawrence to discuss the underrated importance of ministry philosophy in our churches.
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0:00 Philosophy of ministry introduction
3:48 The role of theology in ministry practices
6:34 Traditional service model and seeker-sensitive model
9:06 Missional church model and its challenges
14:55 Word-driven philosophy of ministry
21:57 Ordinary means of grace and personal ministry
31:29 The importance of Sunday worship
34:24 Practical examples of Word-driven ministry
🔗MENTIONED:
'The Christian Ministry' by Charles Bridges: https://a.co/d/fXkjjqb
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Pastor, the presence of conflict doesn't mean you're failing. It may be that God is preparing you to grow.
In this video from TGC's Pastor to Pastor series, pastor and TGC Board member Irwyn Ince reflects on the joys and trials of pastoral ministry, recalling the truth that carries him through difficult days.
📝ON THIS VIDEO:
0:00 Finding joy and peace in pastoral work
2:09 Understanding conflict in ministry
4:40 Handling conflict with discernment
6:36 Trusting in Jesus's love and providence
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If pastors are the supply line, members are the front line. How can pastors equip their sheep to take responsibility for one another’s spiritual well-being? How can pastors foster a culture of relational initiative and deliberate discipleship?
In this episode of The Everyday Pastor, Matt Smethurst and Ligon Duncan share practical ideas on how to shepherd your congregation to have a discipleship mindset.
📝ON THIS VIDEO:
0:00 Fostering a culture of discipling
2:55 Investing in elders and deacons
8:04 Encouraging mutual ministry
11:19 Responsive pastoral ministry
14:58 Mentoring and discipleship
23:11 Addressing crisis and professional counseling
33:41 Tangible care and biblical counseling
36:43 Building a support network
37:44 Rejoicing and bearing burdens
🔗MENTIONED:
“I Was Discipled by … the Church” by Brian Bowman: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/discipled-church/
'The Compelling Community' by Mark Dever and Jamie Dunlop: https://a.co/d/1DVnwoC?tag=thegospcoal-20
'Spiritual Depression: Its Causes and Cures' by David Martyn Lloyd-Jones: https://a.co/d/aow2FvC?tag=thegospcoal-20
'Praying with Paul: A Call to Spiritual Reformation' by D.A. Carson: https://a.co/d/8Rik5pK?tag=thegospcoal-20
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Many today claim Christianity is toxic, bigoted, patriarchal, Western, imperialist, and repressive. However, the biblical teaching that every human being is made in God's image is the foundation for our regard for human dignity and freedom.
In this breakout session from TGCW24, Sharon James explores the profound ways Christians have influenced the world for the better in areas such as justice, philanthropy, health care, education, and the dignity of women.
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0:00 Prayer and introduction
2:14 The story of Sarah Martin
5:06 The impact of Christianity on human rights and freedom
11:29 Justice and the rule of law
14:39 Protection of life and the sanctity of human dignity
19:44 Relief of human need and philanthropy
23:32 Education and the empowerment of women
28:38 The dignity of women and Christian ethics
34:44 The role of Christianity in modern society
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In this episode, Kendra Dahl, Rebecca McLaughlin, Jen Oshman, and Wendy Alsup consider the Bible’s teaching about women through a Jesus-centered understanding of Scripture. They observe Christianity's historical and cultural influences and encourage women to stay engaged with the Scriptures, seek truth in community, and persevere in the good work God has called them to.
📝ON THIS VIDEO:
0:00 Personal experience and why it's essential to study the Scriptures
4:12 The misuse and misapplication of Scripture
8:35 The importance of a Jesus-centered hermeneutic
17:31 Why we need historical and cultural perspectives
22:55 Encouragement for women who have a negative view of the Bible
🔗MENTIONED:
▫ 'Is the Bible Good for Women?' by Wendy Alsup: https://a.co/d/djJTvKj
▫ 'Confronting Christianity' by Rebecca McLaughlin: https://a.co/d/gR9O0MW
▫ 'Jesus Through the Eyes of Women' by Rebecca McLaughlin: https://a.co/d/c6RzTGt
▫ 'Cultural Counterfeits' by Jen Oshman: https://a.co/d/c6IEYS1
▫ It’s Good to Be a Girl' by Jen Oshman: https://a.co/d/fYU9IP2
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