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Faith Fights: Morality
When people think of Faith Fights, they often think about the knock down, drag out fights about what things Christians can and cannot do. In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss how Christians can think about faith and discipleship without falling into either moralism or permissivism. They explore how faith can become a source […]
Jan 12, 2021
Faith Fights: Us & Them
Faith Fights, like all fights, tend to divide people into opposing camps. In this conversation, Pastors Clint and Michael explore how the church is similar to other organizations in that we struggle to keep ourselves from dividing into bitter opposition. And yet, unlike other organizations, the church is united in the person and work of […]
Jan 5, 2021
Faith Fights: Worship
Among the most notable church arguments in the last decade, the church fights over worship became known as the “worship wars.” Although these arguments are well known, in truth, churches have fought over nearly every aspect of worship for hundreds of years, from the music, to the sanctuary, to the the types of clothes congregants […]
Dec 29, 2020
Faith Fights: The Reformation
In some ways the biggest faith fight of all time, the Reformation stands as one of the most tumultuous times for the Christian church. Join Pastors Clint and Michael as they review the history of the Reformation, explore its key figures Luther, Calvin, and Knox, as well as explore its fundamental disagreements. The Reformation began […]
Dec 22, 2020
Faith Fights: The Bible
This week, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the many different faith fights over the Bible. Every Christian would agree that the scriptures are an important part of the faith but throughout history until today there has been significant disagreement about the Bible. Christians have fought over which books should be included, how to read them, […]
Dec 15, 2020
Faith Fights: Jesus
This week, Pastors Clint and Michael explore the historically foundational argument of the Christian church, the substance and meaning of Jesus. This conversation is a deep dive into the history and implications of the biggest conflicts in the early church. Though at times heady, these fights later became codified in the church’s creeds as the […]
Dec 8, 2020
Why Do Christians Fight?
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they begin a new series called “Faith Fights.” From historic arguments over doctrine to modern conflicts over preferences, Christians have managed to fight about almost anything. Some of these family squabbles have had monumental importance and some have been largely a waste of time and energy. Join Clint and Michael weekly […]
Dec 1, 2020
Practicing Faith: Conclusion
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they conclude the Practicing Faith series. In this week’s conversation, you will be encouraged to choose and practice at least one new practice that will help you see God’s presence all around you. Regardless of what practices you will find most helpful in this current season, rest […]
Nov 24, 2020
Practicing Faith: Hospitality
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they discuss how Christian hospitality is so much more than just simply hosting others. At it’s core, Christian hospitality invites us to practice loving our neighbor even as we are loved by Jesus Christ. This practice, even more than some others in this series, may surprise you […]
Nov 17, 2020
Practicing Faith: Simplicity
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they discuss how pursuing simplicity can help us identify the stuff that threatens to become overly important in our lives. By intentionally pursuing simpler schedules, homes, relationships, etc. we discover a fundamentally important spiritual discipline. Though not always an easy practice, the pursuit of Christian simplicity can […]
Nov 10, 2020
Practicing Faith: Gratitude
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they discuss how gratitude is an essential practice of the Christian life. Though we set aside Thanksgiving as a season to think about the material blessings of our lives, Christian gratitude is rooted much deeper in the life and love of Jesus Christ who gave himself for […]
Nov 3, 2020
Practicing Faith: Reflection
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they discuss different ways to grow in the faith through self-reflection and Bible study. Whether you are drawn to a new kind of journaling, scripture study, or the examen, everyone will find a way to practice their faith through more intentional reflection. Have a different kind of […]
Oct 27, 2020
Practicing Faith: Physical
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they discuss how our everyday physical practices can serve as gateways to a growing spiritual awareness. From prayer walks to “normal everyday routines” we can begin to see new signposts to God’s presence in our lives and his love that constantly surrounds us. The physical aspect of […]
Oct 20, 2020
Practicing Faith: Forgiveness
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they discuss how last week’s conversation about a Christian understanding of confession naturally leads to a fuller conversation about forgiveness. Whether we are talking about receiving forgiveness for ourselves or offering forgiveness to others, most people find forgiveness easy to understand but yet hard to do. We […]
Oct 13, 2020
Practicing Faith: Confession
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they discuss the difficult and yet necessary Christian practice of confession. The two Pastors discuss how often the spiritual practice of confession is misunderstood as celebrating overwhelming feelings of personal guilt. Everyone is welcome to join the conversation as the Pastors explore how a healthy practice of […]
Oct 6, 2020
Practicing Faith: Prayer
In this conversation about the foundational spiritual practice of prayer, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss how prayer can be much more varied and creative than we often consider. Turning to scripture and the wisdom of the historic church, the Pastors explore how we might all reimagine prayer as an ongoing conversation with a living God. […]
Sep 29, 2020
Practicing Faith: Introduction
In this introductory conversation, Pastors Clint and Michael kick off a new series exploring Spiritual Practices called “Practicing Faith.” These Biblical and ancient Christian practices allow Christians to deepen their faith and create a greater awareness of God’s presence in their lives. In this introductory conversation, the pastors help define a broad understanding of spiritual […]
Sep 22, 2020
Being Presbyterian
In this final episode of the Presby-What? podcast series, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss their own individual histories in the Presbyterian Church and their experience of both its strength and weaknesses. What follows is an engaging conversation about congregational vitality and the universal calling of every Christian to play their part in the growth and […]
Sep 15, 2020
The Next Chapter
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the present and future challenges of the Presbyterian church. The pastors argue that for Presbyterians to recover from our long period of decline, congregations will need to learn to thrive in their ever changing communities. Yet, this need for adaptation brings its own challenges including […]
Sep 8, 2020
Presbyterians in Transition
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they survey the modern challenges of the national American Presbyterian church and its implications for local congregations. As the surrounding culture has changed, Presbyterian churches have tended to focus on the resulting theological implications of those changes. More recently, the Presbyterian church has focused on the challenges […]
Sep 1, 2020
Presbyterian Authority & Practice
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the Presbyterian church governance and its impact on the life and ministries of local Presbyterian congregations. Upon close inspection, the PC(USA) organization is deeply connected to our Reformed theological understanding of human sinfulness and has been thoughtfully constructed to encourage partnership and connection between churches. […]
Aug 25, 2020
Presbyterian Theology Pt 2
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the distinctive historical foundation of Presbyterian thought and its implications for our denominational culture. Join us for a wide sweeping conversation through human sinfulness, God’s sovereign power, election, civic engagement, and institutional order. Buckle up and prepare for a lively conversation about what makes Presbyterians […]
Aug 18, 2020
Reformed Theology 101
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they survey the fundamentals of Reformed Theology. If you haven’t already, be sure to listen to last week’s episode about the history of Presbyterianism as we build upon that conversation this week in order to unpack the historic theological emphasis of the Presbyterian Church. While the next […]
Aug 11, 2020
Presby-What? – Presbyterian History
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they begin a new series called “Presby-What?” Whether you have been a Presbyterian your entire life or just visited a Presbyterian church, these conversations will explore the history, theology, and current challenges that make Presbyterians unique. Today’s conversation about Presbyterian History begins with the Reformation and traces […]
Aug 4, 2020
Real People of Faith: Conclusion
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they conclude the Real People of Faith series. Surveying both the characters of the Old and New Testaments it becomes clear that though each character had their own personal and family struggles, God was faithful to go with each man and woman of faith and use them […]
Jul 28, 2020
Apostle Paul
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the life and faith of the Apostle Paul. There may not be another single writer in the entire Bible whose writings are as extensive as the Apostle Paul. On the other hand, few other characters make such a radical transformation in the course of their […]
Jul 21, 2020
Mary & Joseph
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the lives and faith of the Jesus’ parents Mary and Joseph. Though the scriptures include few details about much of their lives, Mary and Joseph are excellent exemplars of Christian faithfulness and courage. Both were young people who responded to God’s plan for their lives, […]
Jul 14, 2020
The Disciples
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the lives and faith of the New Testament disciples. The disciples were a diverse group of men and represented everything from common fishermen, to a hated tax collector, to a religious zealot. Despite their lack of formal religious training or leadership experience, these unlikely disciples […]
Jul 7, 2020
John the Baptist
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the life and faith of John the Baptist. John is the perfect bridge between the prophets of the Old Testament and the revelation of God in Jesus Christ. John’s call to repentance and water baptism become the foreshadowing of Christ’s own perfect sacrifice for the […]
Jun 30, 2020
The Prophets
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the lives and faith of the Old Testament prophets. The prophets were a diverse group of people who spoke on behalf of God, challenging, correcting, encouraging, and comforting the people of Israel. The prophets often lack much biographical information but we continue to find in […]
Jun 23, 2020
Esther
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the life and faith of Esther. Esther is a magnificently written story about a young woman’s courage, faithfulness, and leadership. It is an exceptional glimpse into God’s ability to use real people to effect real change in the world. Esther’s story contains many surprises, some […]
Jun 16, 2020
Jonah
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the life and faith of Jonah. Though the book of Jonah is only four chapters long, it offers a deeply personal glimpse into bis ongoing struggle with God’s calling. Jonah’s story is well known for the “great fish” that swallows him for three days but […]
Jun 9, 2020
King David
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the life and faith of King David. David’s life is full of examples of deep devotion to God, wise leadership, foolish mistakes, and also calculated murder. David was a warrior, writer of many of the Psalms, a musician, and a statesmen. No doubt, he is […]
Jun 2, 2020
Ruth
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the life and faith of Ruth. Ruth lived during the time of the Judges and her story is beloved for her persistence, faithfulness, and resolute commitment to her mother-in-law Naomi, and ultimately, the God of Israel. This week the two pastors unpack Ruth’s story which […]
May 26, 2020
Joshua
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the life and faith of Joshua. Joshua succeeded Moses as leader of the people of Israel where he served as a military general, administrative leader, and religious prophet for the fledgling nation. He led the people through numerous successful military campaigns in which they secured […]
May 19, 2020
Joseph
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the life of Joseph. On the one hand, many people know Joseph for the famous story of his coat of many colors. On the other hand, many people don’t know Joseph’s great significance in the history of the people of Israel or the amazing story […]
May 12, 2020
Jacob
This week, join Pastors Clint and Michael as they explore the life of Jacob. Jacob is known as the father of Israel. He is a character whose life demonstrates all of the complexities of relationships and faith. He is well known for stealing his brother’s birth right, working for 14 years to marry the woman […]
May 5, 2020
Abraham
The Real People of Faith series explores the history, character, and deep faith of many of the notable men and women throughout the Bible. In each case, we will explore their personal challenges and triumphs and how God was able to use their gifts and weaknesses for his own glory. This week, join Pastors Clint […]
Apr 28, 2020
Moses
The Real People of Faith series explores the history, character, and deep faith of many of the notable men and women throughout the Bible. In each case, we will explore their personal challenges and triumphs and how God was able to use their gifts and weaknesses for his own glory. This week, join Pastors Clint […]
Apr 21, 2020
In Conclusion: Covid-19 and the Enneagram
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they continue a new Lenten series exploring the Enneagram on the Pastor Talk Podcast. Find a complete record of the study on our website at fpcspiritlake.org/enneagram. NEW: You can watch this Pastor Talk podcast episode via video! Click here to watch it now. In this episode of […]
Apr 14, 2020
The Enneagram and Relationships
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they continue a new Lenten series exploring the Enneagram on the Pastor Talk Podcast. Find more information on our website at fpcspiritlake.org/enneagram. NEW: You can watch this Pastor Talk podcast episode via video! Click here to watch it now. In this episode of the podcast, Clint and […]
Apr 7, 2020
Moving to Wholeness Part 2
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they continue a new Lenten series exploring the Enneagram on the Pastor Talk Podcast. Find more information on our website at fpcspiritlake.org/enneagram. NEW: You can watch this Pastor Talk podcast episode via video! Click here to watch it now. In this episode of the podcast, Clint and […]
Mar 31, 2020
Moving to Wholeness Part 1
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they continue a new Lenten series exploring the Enneagram on the Pastor Talk Podcast. Find more information on our website at fpcspiritlake.org/enneagram. NEW: You can watch this Pastor Talk podcast episode via video! Click here to watch it now. In this episode of the podcast, Clint and […]
Mar 24, 2020
Integration
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they continue a new Lenten series exploring the Enneagram on the Pastor Talk Podcast. Find more information on our website at fpcspiritlake.org/enneagram. NEW: You can watch this Pastor Talk podcast episode via video! Click here to watch it now. This episode of the Pastor Talk Podcast focuses […]
Mar 21, 2020
Dis-Integration
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they continue a new Lenten series exploring the Enneagram on the Pastor Talk Podcast. Find more information on our website at fpcspiritlake.org/enneagram. NEW: You can watch this Pastor Talk podcast episode via video! Click here to watch it now. In this episode of the Pastor Talk podcast, […]
Mar 11, 2020
Exploring the Mind, Heart, and Gut
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they continue a new Lenten series exploring the Enneagram on the Pastor Talk Podcast. Find more information on our website at fpcspiritlake.org/enneagram. In this episode of the podcast, Clint and Michael explore the Enneagram concepts of wings and triads. Both wings and triads are ways that the […]
Mar 8, 2020
Special Episode: The Nine Types in Focus
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they continue a new Lenten series exploring the Enneagram on the Pastor Talk Podcast. Find more information on our website at fpcspiritlake.org/enneagram. This special episode features the Lenten Supper lecture from March 9th where Pastors Clint and Michael explore each of the nine Enneagram types in detail. […]
Mar 4, 2020
How You Became You
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they continue a new Lenten series exploring the Enneagram on the Pastor Talk Podcast. Find more information on our website at fpcspiritlake.org/enneagram. This episode explores the differences between modern personality study and the ancient spiritual typology represented by the Enneagram. In addition, the pastors discuss the distinctions […]
Feb 26, 2020
What is the Enneagram?
Join Pastors Clint Loveall and Michael Gewecke as they begin a new Lenten series exploring the Enneagram on the Pastor Talk Podcast. Find more information on our website at fpcspiritlake.org/enneagram. This episode will introduce you to the upcoming series, give a brief explanation of the Enneagram, and suggest a few reflection questions in anticipation of […]
Dec 5, 2019
Revelation
Welcome to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you would like to hear more of the Pastor Talk podcast, would you kindly take our one minute survey? Your feedback will guide wherever our future conversations might take us. In this episode, […]
Nov 29, 2019
James – Jude
Welcome to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the books of James, […]
Nov 22, 2019
Hebrews
Welcome to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the book of Hebrews. […]
Nov 15, 2019
Thessalonians – Philemon
Welcome to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss Paul’s final letters recorded […]
Nov 8, 2019
Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians, and Colossians
Welcome to to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the letters to […]
Nov 1, 2019
1 Corinthians 13 – 2 Corinthians
Welcome to to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the end of […]
Oct 25, 2019
Romans 10 – 1 Corinthians 12
Welcome to to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the end of […]
Oct 18, 2019
Acts 21 – Romans 9
Welcome to to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the end of […]
Oct 11, 2019
Acts 1-20
Welcome to to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the first 20 […]
Oct 4, 2019
John
Welcome to to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the Gospel of […]
Sep 27, 2019
Luke
Welcome to to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the entire Gospel […]
Sep 20, 2019
Mark
Welcome to to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael continue their conversations about the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the end of […]
Sep 13, 2019
Matthew
Welcome to to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael introduce the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! In this episode, Pastors Clint and Michael discuss the Gospel of Matthew. Learn more […]
Sep 11, 2019
First Things
Welcome to to the Pastor Talk podcast where Pastors Clint and Michael introduce the 90 Day New Testament challenge. If you want to sign up for the challenge or if you want email updates, you can sign up on our website! Listen in to hear more about: Why the podcast? Where can I get a […]
Apr 13, 2019
Exhibition of the Kingdom
Pastor Clint teaches on the sixth great ends of the church as found in the PC(USA) Book of Order. You can read the original text for yourself here.
Apr 6, 2019
Promotion of Social Righteousness
Pastor Michael teaches on the fifth great ends of the church as found in the PC(USA) Book of Order. You can read the original text for yourself here. Feel free to join us every Sunday evening at 5:00pm for soup and bread followed by the lecture at 5:30pm. Childcare is provided.
Mar 30, 2019
Preservation of the Truth
Pastor Clint teaches on the first great ends of the church as found in the PC(USA) Book of Order. You can read the original text for yourself here. Feel free to join us every Sunday evening at 5:00pm for soup and bread followed by the lecture at 5:30pm. Childcare is provided.
Mar 23, 2019
The maintenance of Divine worship
Pastor Clint teaches on the first great ends of the church as found in the PC(USA) Book of Order. You can read the original text for yourself here. Feel free to join us every Sunday evening at 5:00pm for soup and bread followed by the lecture at 5:30pm. Childcare is provided.
Mar 16, 2019
The shelter, nurture and spiritual fellowship of the children of God
Pastor Clint teaches on the first great ends of the church as found in the PC(USA) Book of Order. You can read the original text for yourself here. Feel free to join us every Sunday evening at 5:00pm for soup and bread followed by the lecture at 5:30pm. Childcare is provided.
Mar 9, 2019
The proclamation of the gospel for the salvation of humankind
Pastor Clint teaches on the first great ends of the church as found in the PC(USA) Book of Order. You can read the original text for yourself here. Feel free to join us every Sunday evening at 5:00pm for soup and bread followed by the lecture at 5:30pm. Childcare is provided.
Mar 24, 2018
Everything is Awesome
This week Pastor Clint shares how contemporary cultural ideas impact our understanding of what we believe and also its impact on what we do.
Mar 17, 2018
Prosperity Gospel
Pastor Michael talks about the history of the Word of Faith movement and its contributions to what we now call the “Prosperity Gospel.”
Mar 10, 2018
Freewill & Predestination
Mar 3, 2018
Antinomianism & Legalism
This week Pastor Clint teaches the church’s historic struggle to balance its understanding of free grace and moral expectation. This tension can be seen throughout the scriptures themselves, through the Reformation, and even in our lives today.
Feb 24, 2018
Trinity and Gnosticism
In this lecture, Pastor Clint teaches about the early church heresies surrounding the Trinity, including the significant church councils that addressed them, as well as some of the dramatic stories that punctuated them. In addition, he teaches about the “Gnostics” who grew up at around the same time of the church and who caused significant […]
Feb 17, 2018
Introduction and “Christological” Heresies
Welcome to the introductory lecture from the 2018 Lenten Study Wrong Ideas. This week will begin with an introduction to the concepts of orthodoxy and theological heresy. We apologize in advance for the poor recording quality, we expect to have our equipment malfunction corrected for the next episode.