How does a church keep a pastor in check? Is there a correct hierarchy within leadership that all churches should implement? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a listener question about hierarchy within the church a

166. What Does the Bible Teach About The Millennium?

18 days ago 37m 39s

What the heck is a millennium and when is it supposed to happen? Will we get a thousand years of peace on Earth, or is it already happening?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a listener question about the Millennium

165. Is It Okay To Have Food Or Drink In The Sanctuary?

25 days ago 39m 24s

Is it disrespectful to God and others to eat or drink in the sanctuary? What about coffee? Water? Should churches have "No food or drink" signs?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a listener question regarding eating

164. What Happened During The 400 Years Of Silence?

Apr 8th, 2024 36m 46s

The Intertestamental Period. There may only be one page separating the OT and NT in your Bible, but what actually happened during that time frame and does it have much relevancy for the Christian?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Der

163. Why Does God Continually Forgive Us?

Apr 1st, 2024 25m 53s

Ever feel shame over sin and wonder why God still forgives you? How many times can I sin before His forgiveness runs out?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a young listener's question regarding God's forgiveness. We

162. How Should Christians Celebrate Easter?

Mar 25th, 2024 33m 15s

Easter is one of the most popular Christian holidays, but what do we do with all of the cultural elements? Eggs, Easter Bunnies, and candy...should we even partake? What if the origins of Easter are more pagan than we realized?In today’s episod

161. The Four Ships: Stewardship

Mar 18th, 2024 36m 23s

What does it mean to be a steward of something? What about in regards to Christianity? Is it just about how to use your money?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek wrap up a 4 part series on the Ships of the Bible, finishing with S

160. The Four Ships: Fellowship

Mar 11th, 2024 32m 21s

Is fellowship just hanging out? Can't we follow Jesus on our own?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek continue a 4 part series on the Ships of the Bible, moving onto Fellowship. This is something we find throughout Scripture as es

159. The Four Ships: Discipleship

Mar 4th, 2024 35m 5s

What does it mean to be a disciple of Jesus? Is it enough to just be a convert?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek continue a 4 part series on the Ships of the Bible, moving onto Discipleship. How should disciples of Jesus live?

158. The Four Ships: Worship

Feb 26th, 2024 30m 6s

What is real worship?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek start a 4 part series on the Ships of the Bible, starting with Worship. What exactly is it, and how should we do it personally and corporately? Are there rules to worship?

157. What Kinds Of Angels Are There And What Do They Do?

Feb 19th, 2024 38m 55s

Is Cupid real? Do angels actually exist and if so, what do they look like? What purpose do they even serve?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek look different kinds of angels mentioned in Scripture as well as their roles. We talk

156. What Is Biblical Romance?

Feb 12th, 2024 39m 43s

What does it mean to "fall in love?" Is that biblical...or even truly possible? What does biblical romance look like?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek look at the history of Valentine's Day and how our culture views love vs. wh

155. How Should Christians View Illegal Immigration?

Feb 5th, 2024 38m 39s

Immigration laws, borders, Biden vs. Trump...so much controversy over illegal immigration, but where should Christians stand on this issue?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek look at how God views immigration, how He tells us to

154. Is There A Biblical Precedent For Nap Taking?

Jan 29th, 2024 33m 10s

We often feel like we could use a nap, but should we? Are we wasting time and productivity by napping? If we do nap, how long is appropriate before its just being lazy?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek look to see if there is a

153. What Will Heaven Look Like?

Jan 22nd, 2024 36m 17s

Streets of gold with everyone singing all the time? Will we just be floating on clouds all day? What will heaven actually look/be like?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek answer a listener question from an 8 year old about what h

152. How Should Christians Respond To "Miraculous Healings?"

Jan 15th, 2024 39m 27s

Many of us have heard a story or two of a cancerous tumor miraculously disappearing, leaving medical personnel stunned. We also know of churches that specialize in "faith healing." So what do we make of it all? Is it all actually a miracle from

151. What Was The Purpose Of Dietary Laws And How Do They Apply Today?

Jan 8th, 2024 39m 30s

With a new year brings new resolutions, many of which have to do with eating healthier and losing weight. But what kind of food should you be eating?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek look through the dietary laws of the Old Tes

150. Does God Use Visions And Dreams?

Jan 1st, 2024 34m 16s

Did God give me a vision?! Was that weird dream last night from God or am I just crazy?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek answer a listener question regarding dreams and visions and whether or not Christians today still get them

149. When Was Jesus Born?

Dec 25th, 2023 33m 59s

Is December 25, 1 A.D. actually Jesus' birthday? How do we know that for sure? In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek look through biblical clues, as well as historical sources, to determine what year and what day Jesus was born. Th

148. How Do You Know When God Is Speaking To You?

Dec 18th, 2023 33m 9s

Is God trying to tell me something, or is it just coincidence? Are these my own thoughts or God's thoughts? How can we know the difference?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek answer a listener question about how to discern God's

147. What Is A Deacon And What Is Their Role?

Dec 11th, 2023 34m 46s

Pastors get all the attention, but what about deacons? What exactly do they do within a church and who has the ability to become a deacon?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through the uses of the root word for deacon in Sc

146. Are Labor Unions A Good Thing?

Dec 4th, 2023 44m 57s

Striking and picketing for higher wages and better healthcare...look to the Labor Unions! What is the role of labor unions and are they a good thing for workers? What would God say about labor unions in America?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie

145. Did God Really Hate Esau?

Nov 27th, 2023 33m 44s

"Jacob I loved, but Esau I hated..." Wait, what?! How can a loving God hate someone? Does this mean that God chooses some for salvation and others for destruction?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk through a controversial p

144. Is Hunting Immoral?

Nov 20th, 2023 33m 40s

Hunting season is upon us, but should Christians participate? Is it immoral to kill an animal, especially if it's not a threat to you? Are we dishonoring God by killing his creation?In today’s episode, Pastor Jackie and Pastor Derek talk throug