We banter about Biblical things and hope it's productive.
192 - Our Motives Might Be Insincere?
Today on RTP — Does being motivated by rewards make you insincere? Is God goal-oriented or process-oriented? And how can a young Christian couple introduce boundaries to the in-laws? Then in the Aftershow, a great question about consistent views of prophecy.SHOW NOTES:Lifestyle EvangelismSoap Creek ArmoryExempla Podcast: Doyle’s FairiesJOIN OUR EMAIL LISTToday’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
1/17/2024 • 49 minutes, 55 seconds
191 - Dude, It's Christmas! (CORRECTED)
Today on RTP — It’s Christmas! And we’ve unwrapped a giant box of impassIbility. Then, we discuss what the word “dude” has to do with 1 Samuel 2:25. We’re also including today’s Aftershow Bonus Episode for free to all of our listeners. It got sort of crazy this time. Merry Christmas!SHOW NOTES:Origin of the word dudeDivine ImpassibilityFallacy Friday: The Root FallacySalad Doesn’t Want to be EatenMisreading Scripture with Western EyesThe Universe Next DoorJesus Through Middle Eastern EyesScripture Verses Cited: 1 Samuel 2:25Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!JOIN OUR EMAIL LISTYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
12/25/2023 • 50 minutes, 30 seconds
191a - BONUS Aftershow
Enjoy this FREE bonus Aftershow episode! Merry Christmas!Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!JOIN OUR EMAIL LISTYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
12/25/2023 • 25 minutes, 21 seconds
191 - Dude, It's Christmas!
Today on RTP — It’s Christmas! And we’ve unwrapped a giant box of impassIbility. Then, we discuss what the word “dude” has to do with 1 Samuel 2:25. We’re also including today’s Aftershow Bonus Episode for free to all of our listeners. It got sort of crazy this time. Merry Christmas!SHOW NOTES:Origin of the word dudeDivine ImpassibilityFallacy Friday: The Root FallacySalad Doesn’t Want to be EatenMisreading Scripture with Western EyesThe Universe Next DoorJesus Through Middle Eastern EyesScripture Verses Cited: 1 Samuel 2:25Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!JOIN OUR EMAIL LISTYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
12/25/2023 • 50 minutes, 30 seconds
190 - Higher Learning with Maranatha Baptist University President David Anderson
Today on RTP — In this episode, we interview David Anderson, the president of Maranatha Baptist University in one of the most wonderful podcast conversations we’ve had. The *Aftershow Episode was even more phenomenal.SHOW NOTES:Maranatha Baptist UniversityToday’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!JOIN OUR EMAIL LISTYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
12/7/2023 • 47 minutes, 44 seconds
189 - Moses Drowns in an Asphalt Basket
Today on RTP — Sometimes Bible translations can bring about comical interpretations; we discuss one such incident today. Then, we analyze the growing trend of the desire to be childless. Plus, we recommend two other podcasts and explain a new children’s ministry.SHOW NOTES:Exempla Podcast The Missionary Perspective Podcast DINK - Dual Income, No Kids Truth Trackers Pierre Poilievre video Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!JOIN OUR EMAIL LISTYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
11/10/2023 • 43 minutes, 51 seconds
188 - Politics, Business, and the Business of Politics with Derek Granquist
Today on RTP — We have a fun conversation with our Quality Control Editor, Derek Granquist. We discuss how Christians can be involved in our churches, communities, and politics.SHOW NOTES:Men Who Do ThingsToday’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!JOIN OUR EMAIL LISTYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
10/19/2023 • 48 minutes, 55 seconds
187 - Should You Feel Shame For Not Having a Yearly Bible-Reading Plan?
Today on RTP — In this episode, are people finally moving away from social media? Also, what is your devotional Bible reading like?SHOW NOTES:China spying with TikTok Action against TikTokWe’re living in the movie Wall-E 77% of Americans want to go back to a time before the internet Protect Young Eyes Bots have taken over Instagram Scripture Verses Cited: 1 Corinthians 10:12; Philippians 3:10; Nehemiah 8:8Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
10/3/2023 • 48 minutes, 21 seconds
186 - What Is Gospel Furthering Fellowship (with Rodney Myers)
Today on RTP — In this episode, we are joined by Rodney Myers of Gospel Furthering Fellowship to talk about what makes GFF different than most any other mission agency.SHOW NOTES:Gospel Furthering Fellowship Rodney & Lynn Myers served as church planting missionaries in Tanzania, Africa for 13 years before relocating to the United States in May, 2017. Rodney assumed the role of General Director on January 1, 2018. They have four children: Shawn, Jamison, Moriah & Cherith. You may contact Rodney at gffdirector@comcast.net or at 850-450-8778.Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
9/14/2023 • 52 minutes, 2 seconds
185 - YOLO
Today on RTP — Today on RTP — In this episode, how does ending a foreign mission compare to ending an American church? Also did Paul read and quote secular philosophers? And “YOLO” may actually be a Bible concept!SHOW NOTES:Work for the Night is ComingActs 17:28, “The first half of the fifth line, is word for word, of an astronomical poem of Aratus, a Greek countryman of the apostle, and his predecessor by about three centuries.” (Jamieson, Robert, A. R. Fausset, and David Brown. Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible. Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 1997).Titus 1:12, A Cretan “…was regarded as a diviner and prophet. The words [in Titus 1:12] are taken probably from his treatise ‘Concerning Oracles’.” (Jamieson, Robert, A. R. Fausset, and David Brown. Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible. Oak Harbor, WA: Logos Research Systems, Inc., 1997.)1 Corinthians 15:33, “‘Evil communications corrupt good manners.’ An iambic line from the Thais of Menander, and perhaps taken by Menander from a play of Euripides.” (Spence-Jones, H. D. M., ed. 1 Corinthians. The Pulpit Commentary. London; New York: Funk & Wagnalls Company, 1909)Scripture Verses Cited: 1 Corinthians 8, Romans 14, Ephesians 5:16, Colossians 4:5Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
9/4/2023 • 47 minutes, 45 seconds
184 - Driving Like Jehu, and Other Maddening Questions with Ethan Ryan
Today on RTP — Have we discovered a surprising way in which being the aggressive, rude driver shows the love of Christ? Also when we rebuttal Seventh-day Adventism are we disproving New Testament tithing? Finally, a preacher would rather see his kids die than go astray… and he prayed for that! Did God answer his prayer?SHOW NOTES:Drivers Who Merge at the Last Minute May Be Annoying, But They're RightEvaluation of the Late Merge Work Zone Traffic Control StrategyDynamic Late Merge Control Concept for Work Zones on Rural FreewaysTithing in the New Testament: What Does It Say?Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
8/9/2023 • 47 minutes, 45 seconds
183 - Dating, Courtship, or Other?
Today on RTP — Years after the courtship boom among Baptists, has it proven less safe and successful than dating despite having being promised the opposite? You decide!SHOW NOTES:Why Courtship is Fundamentally Flawed by Thomas Umstattd, Jr.Why Courtship is Fundamentally Flawed, Q&A by Thomas Umstattd, Jr.Episode 153 - Rethinking Missions: An Interview with Scott VanderHartToday’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
7/16/2023 • 47 minutes, 40 seconds
182 - A Listener's Touchy Question
Today on RTP — We revisit the topic of gambling and casinos. And a listener asks a sensitive, but honest question.SHOW NOTES:No show notes today.Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
6/19/2023 • 47 minutes, 32 seconds
181 - Does the Bible Teach Sola Scriptura?
Today on RTP — Does the Bible anywhere claim that it is finished, and do the verses we use for that really mean that? And in the Aftershow, a young Patron is thinking about stuff.SHOW NOTES:George Farmer Debates Protestantism with Allie Beth Stuckey, Part 1 and Part 2Photos from Tom’s scuba diving adventuresScripture Verses Cited: Revelation 22:18-19, 2 Peter 1:3, 1 Cor 13:8-12, Matthew 4:4, 12:5, 19:4, 22:31, Mark 12:10, Gen 4:3-7, Micah 6:6-10, Isaiah 29:13, Proverbs 30:5-6, Titus 1:2, 2 Timothy 3:16-17Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
6/12/2023 • 43 minutes, 29 seconds
180 - Where Did Tom Go?
Today on RTP — Where is Tom, and why did he go there? And how might his decision be helpful to those presently in ministry or considering it?SHOW NOTES:There is no aftershow with this episode; it is included in the main episode.Scriptures Verses Cited: 1 Cor. 13:5; Matt. 11:21Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
5/31/2023 • 1 hour, 24 minutes, 7 seconds
179 - Did Artificial Intelligence Make This Episode?
Today on RTP — We address some listener feedback. Plus, what’s the deal with artificial intelligence? And is admiring something the same as covetousness?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Stephen Minion's Tattoo QuestionnaireScriptures Verses Cited: Matt. 11; 1 Sam. 14:24-46; Eph. 6; 1 Tim. 6:7-10; Col. 3:5; 1 Thess. 5:21; Isa. 60:5*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
5/13/2023 • 45 minutes, 32 seconds
178 - Stephen Minion's Question Box
Today on RTP — Stephen Minion joins us to talk about creating space for young people to ask hard questions.>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:You Lost Me by David KinnamanScriptures Verses Cited: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; Romans 12:10; 1 Corinthians 9:22*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
4/25/2023 • 41 minutes
177 - What's Our Beef With...
Today on RTP — Daniel asks a question about getting inked. Then in the Aftershow, are Christians guilty of hindering to work of Scripture?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoungThe Rise of ‘Adulting’ Culture and The Decline of Soft Skills (Subscription required)Scriptures Verses Cited: 1 Corinthians 9:18; 1 Corinthians 7:19; Acts 8, 10, 13:2; Proverbs 3:5-6*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
4/17/2023 • 44 minutes, 25 seconds
176 - Does God Have a Position on Every Issue?
Today on RTP — Is the calling of God an emotion? Does God have a position on every issue? Finally in the Aftershow, Tom’s got the senior discount, while Daniel gets mistaken for a college freshman. >>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Just Do Something by Kevin DeYoungThe Rise of ‘Adulting’ Culture and The Decline of Soft Skills (Subscription required)Scriptures Verses Cited: 1 Corinthians 9:18; 1 Corinthians 7:19; Acts 8, 10, 13:2; Proverbs 3:5-6*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
4/4/2023 • 50 minutes, 6 seconds
175 - Disentangling and the Asbury Revival
Today on RTP — Duggar disentangles and the Asbury Revival breakdown. Also do some pastors now regret opting out of Social Security?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:NYTimes “Masks did nothing” Ken Ham on the Asbury Revival The Spirit of Revival at AsburyAsbury University Revival - Allie B. StuckeyThe ASBURY REVIVAL - 8 Crucial Questions We Need To Ask - Wretched You Want True Revival? Here's Where To Find It - WretchedJinger Vuolo’s Story of Disentangling Faith from Fear Jinger Duggar Vuolo Ditched Her Family’s Church, But Held Onto Her Strong Christian Convictions (DailyWire subscription required)What if the “Old Paths” Are Actually New? Scriptures Verses Cited: Proverbs 13:22; Proverbs 6Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
3/4/2023 • 43 minutes, 47 seconds
174 - Old Hoghead!
Today on RTP — Is too much creativity just playing God? And in the Aftershow, does Foreign Accent Syndrome have anything to do with the Tower of Babel?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Man Suddenly Develops an Irish Accent Second Language Aquisition after Traumatic Brain Injury Teen Awakes from Coma and Speaks Spanish Foreign Accent Syndrome and the Tower of Babel Scriptures Verses Cited: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
2/25/2023 • 52 minutes, 8 seconds
173 - When Accountability Becomes Fear Mongering
Today on RTP — Listener feedback takes us on a wild ride and lands us in the Aftershow talking about one of the more different things we’ve ever discussed.>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scriptures Verses Cited: Romans 1; Romans 14:22; 1 Corinthians 8; Mark 3:2; Matthew 5; Matthew 15:9Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
2/11/2023 • 46 minutes, 10 seconds
172 - Church Security, Bro!
Today on RTP — A listener asks about church security teams and about carrying boomsticks in church to go pew-pew at bad guys. Also, did Judas do miracles?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:ALICE TrainingScriptures Verses Cited: 1 Samuel 10:11; 1 Samuel 28:8-20; Matthew 10; 2 Timothy 3:16Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
2/6/2023 • 46 minutes, 13 seconds
171 - Oh Stink!
Today on RTP — Today, a listener asks if Christians should stop saying exclamatory things entirely for fear it might be construed as Christian profanity. Then, are accountability partners even helpful? In the aftershow, we talk slapping competitions and masculinity.>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Power slapScriptures Verses Cited: Philippians 4:8; Ephesians 4:29; Colossians 4:6Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
1/28/2023 • 44 minutes, 13 seconds
170 - That Steak Should Still Be Mooing!
Today on RTP — Does the Bible teach that we shouldn’t eat rare steak? What is “image focused separatism”? Also, is “broken” a good way to describe people?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scriptures Verses Cited: Deuteronomy 12:23; Leviticus 19:26; Romans 14; 1 Corinthians 8; Acts 15:20Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
1/19/2023 • 45 minutes, 8 seconds
169 - The Dilemma Between the Text and the Sermon
Today on RTP — Should preaching apply the text to YOUR life or should that be left to the Holy Spirit? Also, we discuss how Aristotle and Aquinas influenced today’s Christian thought. Then in the Aftershow, if the Bible were a single word, would all disagreement cease? And what in the world is “Azazel”?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:“He is great upon the ten toes of the beast, the four faces of the cherubim, the mystical meaning of badgers’ skins, and the typical bearings of the staves of the ark and the windows of Solomon’s temple: but the sins of business men, the temptations of the times, and the needs of the age, he scarcely ever touches upon. Such preaching reminds me of a lion engaged in mouse hunting.” — C. H. Spurgeon, Lectures to My Students (Grand Rapids, Michigan: Zondervan Publishing House, 1955), p. 75."This is the approach of the preacher who carefully isolates his text from the larger Christian theological framework, exegetes with exacting detail the grammar and syntax of the text, reconstructs the historical setting and meaning of his text, and relays that to the congregation. Having exposed the historical particulars of the text, he fails to go on to any meaningful interpretation of the relevance of the text for his congregation. The sermon actually is oral exegesis, as if the historical and linguistic dimensions of the text were the crux of the sermon." source“As you prepare your sermon you should intend that the biblical text come to expression in the lives of the hearers. This is not an addendum to the sermon; it is part of the sermon by definition (italics his). Where concretion is lacking we do not merely find a poor sermon; we find no sermon at all.” — David James Randolph, The Renewal of Preaching (Philadelphia: Fortress Press, 1959), p. 89.Scriptures Verses Cited: Acts 2:15; Luke 14:21; Acts 13:14-41Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
1/7/2023 • 48 minutes, 55 seconds
BONUS - 2022 Funniest Moments Recap
Today on RTP — It’s a bonus episode! We share with you some of the funniest moments over the past year. We hope you enjoy it as much as we did!*There is no Aftershow for this bonus episode. Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
12/26/2022 • 13 minutes, 14 seconds
168 - Wish Someone a Hilarious Christmas
Today on RTP — Feedback from Herman takes us from Abraham to Lazarus. Was Abraham's Bosom a place or literally Abraham's bosom. Also, was God no longer immutable when He became flesh? Then we discuss faith deconstruction. In the Aftershow, a spate of Italian food staples are covering highways. And how is social media affecting your brain and your time? Yes, yours.>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:“Reform Your Faith, Don’t Deconstruct It”Hate, Inc. bookDo More Better bookGetting Things Done bookDigital Minimalism bookAtomic Habits books40,000 Pounds of Meatballs on HighwayScriptures Verses Cited: 1 Corinthian 15:29; Psalm 41:1-4; Acts 17:30; Acts 19:1-5; Romans 1:17-20; Luke 16:19-31Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
12/23/2022 • 44 minutes, 21 seconds
167 - Getting Baptized for a Dead Guy
Today on RTP — A listener asks if there was a different Gospel in the Old Testament. And what is the baptism for the dead? Also, should Christians take Social Security? Then in Aftershow we discuss why the Bible never called for the immediate emancipation of slaves. And Is there a connection between the age of accountability and nakedness?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:"What Does Paul Mean by Baptism for the Dead"Charles Finney“The Lord chooses to change people and society gradually, through the ministry of the Holy Spirit and the proclamation of the truth of the Word of God.” (The Wiersbe Bible Commentary, David C. Cook, 2007, p. 245).Alexander MacLaren wrote that the gospel “meddles directly with no political or social arrangements, but lays down principles which will profoundly affect these, and leaves them to soak into the general mind” (The Expositor’s Bible, vol. VI, Eerdmans, 1940, p. 301).Scriptures Verses Cited: Proverbs 13:22; John 8:56; Hebrews 11:13; Genesis 15:6; Romans 4:6-7; Romans 1:1-2; Galatians 3:8-9; 1 Corinthian 15:29; Ephesians 6:5; Exodus 21:1-17; Leviticus 25:39-43; Ephesians 6:9; Colossians 4:1; Philemon 1:16Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
12/10/2022 • 46 minutes, 15 seconds
166 - Thanksgiving is a Religious Holiday
Today on RTP — Not many think Thanksgiving is a religious holiday. We discuss why it is. Also, a young girl trashes her father… at his funeral. And should there be political parties? Then, we discuss some crazy feedback from last week. In the aftershow we get into the history of Thanksgiving, modern day separatists, and should we still be called Baptists. >>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Woke Woman SHAMES Father At His FuneralScriptures Verses Cited: Romans 1; 2 Timothy 3:2-3; Colossians 1:17; 1 Corinthians 1:21Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
11/22/2022 • 54 minutes, 54 seconds
165 - Would You Glue Your Head to a Wall for the Gospel?
Today on RTP — Are there similarities between climate activists and some Baptists? Also, when it comes to prophecy, is God making educated guesses? Then, do people need to renew their marriage after getting saved? Then in the aftershow, do we have guardian angels, and should we care?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:“Reading Less, More — and Twice as Fast”Environmental Protesters Glue Themselves To FloorScripture Verses Cited: Matthew 18:10; Matthew 4:6; Daniel 10Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
11/16/2022 • 46 minutes, 50 seconds
164 - Does God Ever Ordain What He Forbids?
Today on RTP — Today, a listener asks us perhaps the biggest theological question ever. Also, does God's faithfulness make Him predictable?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Friday Church NewsScripture Verses Cited: Romans 11:34; 1 Peter 3:17; 1 Thessalonians 4:18; 1 Corinthians 15:50-58Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
11/1/2022 • 40 minutes, 50 seconds
163 - A Modest Attempt at a Podcast
Today on RTP — Today, a listener has an interesting question about outlandish attire. And, how broadly should one read?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: 1 Timothy 2:8-10; 1 Peter 3:3-4; John 13:35; Romans 14:17Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
10/25/2022 • 42 minutes, 22 seconds
162 - Did God Make You Stub Your Toe?
Today on RTP — We cover your feedback on just how in control God is of everything. Did He create natural laws, and then step away? Or does He decree and force everything including that time you stubbed your toe?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:The Church at CorinthDoes God give you more than you can handle?Tactics by Greg KokulPermanent Call vs Permanent VocationScripture Verses Cited: Matthew 10:29; Act 17:28; Proverbs 16:3; Ephesians 1:11; Hebrews 1:13; Colossians 1:17; Jeremiah 29:1-10; Matthew 5:9, 49; 1 Corinthians 10:13; Romans 8:28; Proverbs 3:6, 22:6Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
10/11/2022 • 41 minutes, 33 seconds
161 - It's National Common Sense Day! Most Don't Celebrate It
Today on RTP — We’ve decided we’re going to make our own holiday. Also, are we supposed to make the world a better place? Or is that dumb? Then, do parents need to earn their children’s respect? Finally, can a church have two doctrinal statements?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Stacey Abrams says unborn babies heartbeats not realScripture Verses Cited: Romans 12:8; 2 Timothy 3:13; 1 Corinthians 3:1-2; Matthew 6:31-34; Hebrews 11:34-35; Isaiah 45:7; 2 Corinthians 11:27; Matthew 7:7-8Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
9/26/2022 • 55 minutes, 45 seconds
160 - A Very James Episode
Today on RTP — One listener's question gets us to go the distance on this episode. And the Aftershow this week is worth becoming a Patron for. We discuss why Jesus might or might not have used social media if it had been around. And do we have rights... at all?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: 1 Thessalonians 5:14; Matthew 18; 1 Corinthians 5; Philippians 4; Acts 15 Would Jesus have used social media? Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
9/16/2022 • 52 minutes, 24 seconds
159 - Is God’s Grace Truly Sufficient?
Today on RTP — We discuss whether or not God has Christians do absurd things. Then, is there a potential misuse of the notion that God’s grace is sufficient? And in the aftershow, we discuss a fascinating details about wether a Christian can ever actually be at rest.>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: Psalm 90:3; 2 Timothy 1:1; Isaiah 55:9; 2 Corinthians 12:9; Psalm 119:71; Psalm 139:23; Psalm 119:71; Matthew 11:28-32; Luke 14:26 ff; Philippians 4:6Scammer PaybackWhat is Ham Radio? The Contagion of Perceived AnalysisDeismDualismHyper CalvinismGood God: The One We Want to Believe In but Are Afraid to Embrace Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
8/30/2022 • 48 minutes, 35 seconds
158 - Baptist Catechisms?
Today on RTP — Why don’t we use catechisms to teach our children? Or do we? Also, should you lie to those who suffer from dementia?>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: Exodus 1:20, Romans 7:17, Jeremiah 17:9, I John 2:20, Deuteronomy 6Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
8/16/2022 • 47 minutes, 52 seconds
157 - Do We Have Your Supportment?
Today on RTP — Today, we get some listener feedback that seems to put the argument from the last episode to rest. And in the Aftershow, Tom recounts a pastoral experience in which someone nearly became violent.>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: Colossians 3:10, James 3:9, Romans 8:29, Titus 3:14, 1 Timothy 3:1-4Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
7/8/2022 • 48 minutes, 11 seconds
156 - Are Humans Still Made in God’s Image?
Today on RTP — We’re back! Today, we’re offering up our usual pedantic banter with conversations about how good is God, and does man still have the image of God today. In the aftershow, Tom shares some crazy ministry happenings. >>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: Genesis 1:26-31; 1 Corinthians 15:47-50, 11:7 -9; 2 Corinthians 3:18; Ephesians 2:1-4Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
6/28/2022 • 48 minutes, 50 seconds
155 - Singing Your Bibliology
Today on RTP — Scott Blair joins us again to discuss what it’s like to sing your Bibliology. >>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: James 5:13; Luke 24:44; Ephesians 6:14 Common meterPsalter audio samples1650 Psalter - Trinitarian Society, Psalter appYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
6/4/2022 • 46 minutes, 55 seconds
154 - Do You Psalter?
Today on RTP — Daniel is back! Today, a listener asked if churches are disobedient for not singing psalms. Then a listener sparks a super fascinating thought about prayer.>>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: 1 Thessalonians 5:17-18, Ephesians 5:19, Psalm 55:17 Bible Truth Music Scripture chorusesInimitableFungibleYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
5/18/2022 • 49 minutes, 6 seconds
153 - Rethinking Missions: An Interview with Scott VanderHart
Today on RTP — Tom sits down for a candid conversation with Pastor Scott VanderHart about his unique approach to handling missions. You will gain some valuable insights from this one. We hope you love it. If we’ve earned it, leave us a review on iTunes or become a Patron! >>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:PDF downloads of the documents mentioned are linked in the Show Notes on the RTP site: Episode 153.Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
5/13/2022 • 42 minutes, 1 second
152 - Tom is Terrible at This…
Today on RTP — Today, we discuss a bit more numerology silliness. Then, a listener question has Tom feeling embarrassed. >>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: Genesis 2:2; Hebrews 3-4; Proverbs 27:23-27; 1 Corinthians 4:2; Matthew 25:18-25; Proverbs 27:12; 1 Corinthians 6:19; Matthew 11:28Dr. Panin PowerPoint Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
4/19/2022 • 46 minutes, 29 seconds
151 - The Thought-terminating Cliché
Today on RTP — Today, we discuss what a youthful lust is. Then we hash out thought-terminating clichés. In the Aftershow, we get into some heavy RTP logic. >>> Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: Mark 1:35; Luke 6:12; 2 Timothy 2:22; Deuteronomy 29:29; Proverbs 25:2; Nehemiah 8:8; 1 Timothy 5:17 Inductive verses Deductive Reasoning Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
4/13/2022 • 40 minutes, 13 seconds
150 - Interview with Pastor Scott Blair
Today on RTP — While Daniel is away from the mic, Tom interviews Pastor Scott Blair of Willow Grove Baptist Church in Waynesburgh, PA. Pastor Blair’s personal testimony leads the conversation into a wide variety of topics. We’re sure you’ll enjoy it! Be sure to become an Elite Patron to hear the Aftershow interview!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: Psalm 119:105; Romans 10:9; John 6; 1 Kings 19The Challenge of Submissions by Scott BlairScientifically Testing Salvation ClaimsYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
4/8/2022 • 47 minutes, 59 seconds
149 BONUS Aftershow - Men Are Men and Women Are Women
BONUS EPISODE!!! Normally, the Aftershow is available only for our Elite Patrons, but today, we’re giving it away for free! Become an Elite Patron and receive a free Aftershow with every single episode!Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
3/31/2022 • 31 minutes, 50 seconds
149 - Men Are Men and Women Are Women
Today on RTP — Our listeners explain to us what it means when God “smiles” on someone. Then, have you seen email signatures with the sender’s preferred pronouns? Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!>>> DON’T MISS TODAY’S FREE AFTERSHOW EPISODE! (Note: The Aftershow is posted as a separate podcast)Become an Elite Patron and receive a free Aftershow for every single episode!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: Numbers 6:25; Psalm 4:6, 119:135; Galatians 3:16; John 1AIG on the Law of First MentionMyPronouns.orgSilly list of pronounsHistory of the Churches by CloudThe QuakersThe English ReformationHitchens’ RazorYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
3/31/2022 • 49 minutes, 32 seconds
148 - The Next Thing On God's Calendar Is…
Today on RTP —In this one, we delve into common tropes about prophecy, whether or not a conviction is something you would die for, and over-defining parables.Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: Luke 4; 2 Thessalonians 2:1-4; 2 Timothy 3:13; Matthew 10:32-33, 5:13-14, 13:15Annuit CoeptisYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
3/22/2022 • 39 minutes, 44 seconds
147 - The Patrons Got After It!
Today on RTP — We had a ton of feedback on recent topics. In this episode, we bring in your insights. Then in the *Aftershow, we talk about Christian Hedonism and times Christians have misrepresented others they disagree with. Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!*Aftershow available for Elite Patrons only. Don’t miss out — Become an Elite Patron!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: 2 Samuel 12:3; Luke 14:5, 14:11-12Christian Drug Culture John Piper and Christian Hedonism mentioned by CloudChristian Hedonism explained by Piper himselfChristian Hedonism used in a sermonYour support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
3/3/2022 • 47 minutes, 24 seconds
146 - Blursday Math
Today on RTP — Is losing track of which day it is conditioning people for the Antichrist? Then in the Aftershow, are Proverbs rules and promises, or general principles? Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!SHOW NOTES:Scripture Verses Cited: 1 Peter 1:10-12; Ezekiel 14, 20; Proverbs 24:17-18; Psalm 35:19, 24, 26; Psalm 38:16; Psalm 58:10Blursday Article Sexagesimal (base 60) Senary (base 6) Why the ancients used base 60Your support helps us pay our podcast editor, blog editor, writers, and upgrade our site to offer merch. Become a PatronBuy a T-shirtLeave an iTunes ReviewDiscuss the EpisodeSubmit a Question, Feedback, or Topic SuggestionGet a Free Trial with Audible
2/23/2022 • 57 minutes, 57 seconds
145 - You Pet-Loving Humanist
Today on RTP — DDoes being a pet lover come from the influence of humanism? Also, can you baptize yourself?SHOW NOTES:Scriptures verses cited: Matthew 28:19-20, Proverbs 12:10, 1 Kings 22:19-23, Job 2, Ephesians 1:20, 2:6, 3:10, 6:12, James 1.
2/14/2022 • 57 minutes, 57 seconds
144 - Does God Give Faith to People Who Do Not Want It?
Today on RTP — Does Ephesians 2:8 teach that God gives faith to people who don’t want it? Also, are some Christians succumbing to Mass Formation Psychosis?SHOW NOTES:Scriptures verses cited: Hebrews 11:1; Daniel 3:17-18, Ephesians 2:8; Proverbs 28:5; Proverbs 4:7; Philippians 3:13-14; Luke 19:20-26.
1/31/2022 • 1 hour, 44 seconds
143 - What's the Deal with Christian Stand-up Comedy?
Today on RTP, Tom tells some stories in the style of cultural complaining. Is that ok? Also, what’s the deal with “Christian stand-up comedy”?Show notes:Scriptures verses cited: Colossians 4:6, 1 Corinthians 15:1-4, Matthew 2:1-3, Ephesians 1:15, Colossians 1:9.
1/25/2022 • 47 minutes, 35 seconds
A Very RTP Christmas!
Just a simple conversation about what we do on Christmas. Then, what is the opposite of a Christmas carol?
12/22/2021 • 32 minutes, 57 seconds
142 - Where is your Phronesis?
Today on RTP, what is Phronesis? Also, should it characterize Christians to
take pleasure in justice being done on Biden and Fauci?
12/18/2021 • 0
141 - "Let's Go Brandon?" Well, let's not
In this episode, should Christians participate in this chant that's sweeping through stadiums around the nation?
12/15/2021 • 45 minutes, 1 second
140 - Christians, Prepare for the Metaverse!
Today on RTP, we discuss if it's wise or not to send you child into the Military. Then, how should Christians prepare for the Metaverse?
12/1/2021 • 48 minutes, 30 seconds
139 - Whose soever sins ye remit, they are remitted
Today on RTP, a new listener asks an intriguing Bible question. Then, a listener asks if reasoning together includes women?
11/17/2021 • 44 minutes, 39 seconds
138 - "Trick or Tract" - Halloween Evangelism?
In this episode, we discuss Christians celebrating halloween and some using it to evangelize. What are your thoughts?Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Show notes:Scriptures verses cited: Galatians 2; 2 Corinthians 6:14-15; Hebrews 11:27; Jeremiah 17:9, Proverbs 23:19Thinking Fast and Slow by Daniel KahnemanWhat is a Schema?Help us reach our goal:Get a free trial with AudibleBecome a PatronBuy a t-shirtLeave an iTunes reviewDiscuss the episodeSubmit a question/feedback/topic suggestion
10/27/2021 • 53 minutes, 23 seconds
137 - Women Keeping Silence... again
Today on RTP, are women really supposed to keep silence in the church? You might think you know. But what does that look like?Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Show notes:Scriptures verses cited: 1 John 1, 2; 2 Peter 1:5-6; 1 Corinthian 14; 1 Timothy 2, 3; 2 Corinthians 11:24-30, 2 Corinthians 11:9; 2 Thessalonians 2:9, 3:8.Learndobecome.comAm I a female preacher? What do you think?Help us reach our goal:Get a free trial with AudibleBecome a PatronBuy a t-shirtLeave an iTunes reviewDiscuss the episodeSubmit a question/feedback/topic suggestion
10/23/2021 • 58 minutes, 25 seconds
136 - Ethan invited himself back on the podcast
http://reasontogether.fmToday on RTP, Ethan Ryan is back, and we're discussing demons, spiritual gifts, and the personhood of the unborn.Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Show notes:Scriptures verses cited: 2 Corinthians 4:4; Matthew 17:21; Ephesians 6; James 4:17; 1 Peter 5:8; Ephesians 4:27, 2:2; Matthew 12:43; 1 Corinthians 10:27, 12:31, Mark 16:15.Take the Coffee: https://takethecoffee.buzzsprout.com Take the Coffee Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/takethecoffeepodcast
10/14/2021 • 49 minutes, 48 seconds
135 - Rapture Practice
Today on RTP, we discuss the notion that the Catholic confessional is the same as preaching the assurance of salvation and eternal security. Then, is coming under conviction ever a bad thing?Today’s episode is brought to you by our Patrons over at Patreon.com/reasontogether. Thank you for your support!Show notes:Scientifically testing Salvation ClaimsScriptures verses cited: John 20:23, Matthew 18:18, 1 John, Revelation 12:9, Hebrews 11, Romans 1, 2 Corinthians 4:4, Luke 4, Matthew 8:29.Help us reach our goal:Get a free trial with AudibleBecome a PatronBuy a t-shirtLeave an iTunes reviewDiscuss the episodeSubmit a question/feedback/topic suggestion
10/5/2021 • 45 minutes, 12 seconds
134 - Fully persuaded in your own mind
Today on RTP, we discuss the morality (or lack thereof?) of taking the Covid vaccination. Then, what was the Gospel in the Old Testament?
9/28/2021 • 44 minutes, 57 seconds
133 - A Conversation with Ethan & TJ from Take The Coffee
In this episode, it's Reason Together times two!
9/11/2021 • 39 minutes, 42 seconds
132 - Religious Exemptions
We're back! Today, we're discussing vaccine religious exemptions, and questions new believers have.
8/30/2021 • 44 minutes
131 - I am writing you out of my Will
Today on RTP, do some complements insult? Also, is it wise to write someone into your will if it means leaving out someone else?
7/28/2021 • 43 minutes, 12 seconds
130 - We Know Nothing About Bitcoin
Today on Reason Together, we cover listener feedback about restitution, the Enneagram and more. Then, is investing in cryptocurrency the same as gambling?
7/16/2021 • 42 minutes, 32 seconds
129 - Fruity Unicorn O's
In this episode, we discuss "gut feelings". Also, is a bizarre Gospel tract better than no tract at all?
7/6/2021 • 38 minutes, 36 seconds
128 - To Enneagram Or Not To Enneagram...
Changes are happening at RTP!! Today, we discuss the new things happening here. Then we tackle the Enneagram! Then in the aftershow, is letting people think you're vaccinated a lie?
6/9/2021 • 43 minutes, 47 seconds
127 - Scaaarrrryyy People! (cue eerie music)
Today on RTP, we discuss scaaarrryyy people (cue eerie music). Then in aftershow, what is fairness?
6/5/2021 • 37 minutes, 48 seconds
126 - An Out-of-this-world Episode
Today on RTP, did Daniel see alien spacecraft? Then, should we still practice restitution?
6/2/2021 • 43 minutes, 59 seconds
125 - Deathbed Visions
Today on RTP, we discuss "Deathbed visions". Are they real and is there a Biblical example? Then, should you actually sleep on a disagreement?
5/19/2021 • 41 minutes, 29 seconds
124 - Fostering Fairness, Fortifying Frameworks, and Fusing Faith to Form...
Today on RTP: Poetry, Perceptions, and the Prodigal Son in the Key of F. That's right. The key of F.
5/5/2021 • 44 minutes, 36 seconds
123 - I Miss You... But Not Really
Today on RTP, what should a Christian say when someone missed you, but you hadn’t thought of them once? Then, do you celebrate Fat Tuesday?
4/24/2021 • 46 minutes, 27 seconds
122 - Declining Church Membership
Today on RTP, is church membership really in drastic decline? Why do people attend but will not join a church? And what is the root sin?
4/5/2021 • 44 minutes, 57 seconds
121 - Does Asking For A Raise Hurt Your Testimony?
Today on RTP, is asking for a raise bad for your testimony, even if you do it right?
3/30/2021 • 46 minutes, 39 seconds
120 - Heroes or Zeros?
Today on RTP, we discuss how Algebra can be useful in Christian service. Then, what makes a hero a hero?
3/24/2021 • 45 minutes, 51 seconds
119 - Burger Buns And Grape Soda For Communion?!
Today on RTP, we take an interesting listener question about communion. Then, is church music part of the worship or is it the "buffer zone".
3/15/2021 • 50 minutes, 14 seconds
118 - When Does Something Become Pornography?
In this episode, we cover the question, "When does something become pornographic?" And what does that mean for Song of Solomon?
3/6/2021 • 44 minutes, 9 seconds
117 - Just Call Me Matthew
Today, one listener asks us why Christians won't call him by his proper name but secular friends do. And, what makes a good education?
2/17/2021 • 50 minutes, 35 seconds
116 - Will There Be An Updated King James Translation?
Today on RTP, Thomas reads the Bible in Hawaiian Pidgin which leads into a conversation about translation.
2/5/2021 • 43 minutes, 15 seconds
115 - Thoughts On Doing Jail Time
Today on RTP, we discuss if your fellowship standards would change in jail? Then, Thomas tells about the time he got "Cancelled".
1/27/2021 • 46 minutes, 26 seconds
114 - Final Moments
Today on Reason Together, we discuss the end of a year, the potential end of a Republic, and the end of life. How are we to think in final moments?
1/18/2021 • 47 minutes, 32 seconds
113 - Family Game Night: Destroy! Destroy!
Today on RTP, we get hawkish on hawkish family games. We will destroy you!
12/21/2020 • 54 minutes, 48 seconds
Funny Moments Compilation
For fun, we took some of the funny moments from the most episode of RTP. We have fun! You should subscribe.
12/14/2020 • 1 minute, 52 seconds
112 - Andy Walks With Me
Today on RTP, we discuss our favorites hymns, and some that, well, annoy us... particularly Thomas... a lot. Then in the aftershow, Thomas talks about getting his best high school job because of a Jamaican bike thief.
12/14/2020 • 55 minutes, 2 seconds
111 - Daniel's Thanksgiving Story
In this episode, we answer listener feedback. Then Daniel tells the fascinating story of his parents testimony of coming to Christ.
11/25/2020 • 50 minutes
110 - Hug Stations and Captive Thoughts
Today on RTP, we discuss "Hug stations". And, in the year in which our minds have been bombarded with news, have we forgotten what it means to make our thoughts captive to Christ?
11/19/2020 • 53 minutes, 19 seconds
109 - A Post-Election Day Smattering
Today, we cover a range of topics (a "smattering") from the presidential election to the Johnson Amendment and children's Bibles. And how should Christian's respond if Trump loses?
11/4/2020 • 43 minutes, 12 seconds
108 - Spit In Your Eye
In this one, why did Jesus heal a blind man using spit? Also, is self-esteem the same as pride?
11/3/2020 • 54 minutes
107 - Throw Away Your Dirty Diapers
Today on Reason Together, we find an interesting take on handling frustrations. Then, do we have to "eat" a debt in order to forgive it? Finally, Hillary Clinton gets theological.
10/26/2020 • 49 minutes, 10 seconds
106 - Critical Race Theory And The Bible
In this episode, we search the Scriptures for how we should think about Critical Race Theory (CRT). Then, a listener asks why some Christians have moved from Trump critic to Trump supporter.
10/15/2020 • 49 minutes, 8 seconds
105 - Is Trump Anointed Of God?
Today, we talk about the President and God's Sovereignty. Also, does the Bible address Foreign Policy and the Economy? Then, is it ok to teach your kids that the world hates them?
10/5/2020 • 51 minutes, 44 seconds
104 - A Philosophy Of Withholding Forgivenss?
Today on Reason Together, is Philosophy dangerous? And is there an argument for withholding forgiveness from someone?
10/2/2020 • 45 minutes, 8 seconds
103 - Are There "Unintelligible" Scripture Passages?
Today, we talk about the idea that every passage of Scripture can be dogmatically known. Is it dangerous to think otherwise?
9/26/2020 • 55 minutes, 24 seconds
102 - Is Self-Government Higher Than Civil Government?
Today on Reason Together, we cover your feedback. Then, is self-government higher than civil government? And, does God want you to be an expert at something?
9/4/2020 • 51 minutes, 5 seconds
101 - Unmasked And Offensive... Not Really
Today on Reason Together, we answer a listener question about wearing masks and how it’s effecting Christian unity right now.
8/11/2020 • 54 minutes, 45 seconds
100 - Reasoning Together With Our Wives (Video Episode)
We did a video podcast for our 100th episode! It was a first for us. Also, our wives joined us on the podcast for a discussion about homeschooling. That was a first too!
8/4/2020 • 43 minutes, 50 seconds
099 - You Said What At A Funeral?!
Today on Reason Together, we discuss the relation of prayer to sovereignty, what not to say at funerals, and is Satan can attack and influence your mind.
7/21/2020 • 46 minutes, 13 seconds
098 - Laser Squirrels And Haggard Wives
Today on Reason Together, we discuss how eventually we’ll all be epithets in the world. Then, we discuss wives: how submissive is too submissive?
7/10/2020 • 50 minutes, 10 seconds
097 - If all who live godly are persecuted, what if you're not persecuted?
Today, we try reconciling the idea that those who live godly are persecuted with those who please the Lord that even have their enemies at peace with them.
7/4/2020 • 50 minutes, 40 seconds
096 - Pastoral Dynasties And Uncomfortable Questions
Today, we talk about nepotism. Then, what about uncomfortable questions like, "What is God doing in your life"?Show notes:Scriptures cited: 2 Corinthians 3:18Anger And Stress Management God's Way by Wayne Mack Lessings Broad And Ugly Ditch Aftershow notes:Colossians 4:6Simple Agile Church - part 1 Simple Agile Church - part 2 Help us reach our goal:Get a free trial with Audible Become a PatronBuy a t-shirtLeave an iTunes reviewDiscuss the episodeSubmit a question/feedback/topic suggestion
6/26/2020 • 49 minutes, 30 seconds
095 - Feedback And A Kafka Trap
Today on Reason Together, we cover your feedback. Then, will Christians be present during events that facilitate the tribulation period? Finally, did Jesus riot in the temple?
6/12/2020 • 45 minutes, 28 seconds
094 - Unsaved Christians And Riots
Today, we discuss if we should question someone's claim of salvation by witnessing to them. Then we talk riots and racism.
6/5/2020 • 0
093 - Did Young Jesus Have To Learn Things?
Today on Reason Together, did young Jesus have to learn things or was he a completely self-aware and omniscient child?
5/29/2020 • 51 minutes, 20 seconds
092 - Your E-Bible Offends Me!
5/21/2020 • 54 minutes, 42 seconds
091 - A Very Derek Episode
Today of Reason Together, it's listener feedback time! We received a great email from Derek G. with tons of feedback on the last few episodes. Don't miss this one!
5/7/2020 • 51 minutes, 19 seconds
090 - Sanitized Epithets And Digital Communion
Today on Reason Together, we talk about "Sanitized" epithets, having the Lord's Supper on Zoom, and more!