

Ringside Preachers
Ringside Preachers
Enjoy thoughtful and humorous discussion about hot topics from God's point of view. You will hear some arguing, disagreeing and a little banter. Each pastor isn't afraid to call it like it is. Yet he also isn't afraid to change his mind! If you are not immediately enthralled we'll give you your money back!
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Jun 23, 2020 • 60min
Racism and the Church
Sorry, racism, ethnic clashes, cultural differences, are nothing new to the world or the church. Listen to these fools talk about Galatians, racism, and christianity. Also, a little Smalcald Articles on the Gospel! Topics: - Multiculturalism in the early Church, offensive words to the "Nations" - Bible study secrets - Circumcision Party - Law or Gospel - Who are the Aliens? Did Jesus die for them? - Smalcald Articles: delivering the forgiveness of sins Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and thejaggedword.com Music: Dead Horse One - I love my man

Jun 16, 2020 • 1h 23min
Thoughts From a Former Police Officer
Nuance, listening, patience, dialogue. These things seem missing as we analyze our problems in America! We get to speak with a former police officer and current pastor, Tim Barkett, to hear his take from the perspective of those who serve. Great interview. Topics: 1. What a difference 20 years makes... reflections on the progress of the Police force 2. "Us against Them" mentality: systemic and personal challenges 3. Riots and know your neighbors Guest: Rev. Tim Barkett: Pastor of Christ the King Lutheran Church and former police officer in San Diego, CA Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and thejaggedword.com Music: Joel A. Hess - Shanghai, Willing Virginia, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man

Jun 15, 2020 • 1h 23min
Thoughts From a Former Police Officer
Nuance, listening, patience, dialogue. These things seem missing as we analyze our problems in America! We get to speak with a former police officer and current pastor, Tim Barkett, to hear his take from the perspective of those who serve. Great interview. Topics: - What a difference 20 years makes... reflections on the progress of the Police force - "Us against Them" mentality: systemic and personal challenges - Riots and know your neighbors Guest: Rev. Tim Barkett - Pastor of Christ the King Lutheran Church - Former Police Officer in San Diego, CA Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and thejaggedword.com Music: Joel A. Hess - Shanghai, Willing Virginia, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man

Jun 11, 2020 • 1h 12min
Racism, Slavery, Sin in the House, Hope
Things are falling apart. Nothing new, just a different way. Jesus falls smack dab in the middle of all this shit! Topics: - Slavery is a sin in the house and doesn't just go away - David's sin and today - The only thing that matters, repentance & the new city, Jerusalem Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and thejaggedword.com Music: Joel A. Hess - Baboon. Willing Virginia, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man Other stuff: King, Martin Luther, Jr. 1967. "Where Do We Go From Here?"

Jun 5, 2020 • 1h 9min
Creating a Church Culture That Protects the Vulnerable with Raleigh Sadler
Who is vulnerable? How do we help? Raleigh Sadler walks us through how we can look at our community and love our neighbor in need. Topics: 1. Who is the vulnerable? 2. How can the church help with the vulnerable around us? 3. Pentecost and the Holy Spirit: reversal of the Tower of Babel Guest: Raleigh Sadler director of "Let My People Go" Christian Ministry Book Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking. Website https://www.lmpgnetwork.org/contact Giving https://www.aplos.com/aws/give/LetMyPeopleGoInc/general Facebook https://www.instagram.com/lmpgnetwork/ Instagram @lmpgnetwork Twitter @lmpgnetwork Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and thejaggedword.com Music: Joel Allen Hess - Fragile (Willing Virginia, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud) Dead Horse One - I love my man
Jun 4, 2020 • 1h 9min
Creating a Church Culture That Protects the Vulnerable with Raleigh Sadler
Who is vulnerable? How do we help? Raleigh Sadler walks us through how we can look at our community and love our neighbor in need. Topics: - Who is the vulnerable? - How can the church help with the vulnerable around us? - Pentecost and the Holy Spirit: reversal of the Tower of Babel Guest: Raleigh Sadler - Director of "Let My People Go" Christian Ministry - Book Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking. - Website https://www.lmpgnetwork.org/contact - Giving https://www.aplos.com/aws/give/LetMyPeopleGoInc/general - Facebook https://www.instagram.com/lmpgnetwork/ - Instagram @lmpgnetwork - Twitter @lmpgnetwork Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and thejaggedword.com Music: Joel Allen Hess - Fragile (Willing Virginia, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud) Dead Horse One - I love my man

May 25, 2020 • 1h 2min
Ascension Misconception
It's ok to remember those who gave their life for their country and not remind them that Jesus did something greater just so they don't get a big head. You can tell them the Good News however! Sins forgiven - for free! Topics: - Ascension Misconceptions - Why Can't I find anything about the Spanish Flu pandemic in my Church's history books! - False Repentance - Smalcald Articles! If you don't believe in total depravity and original sin that you will never repent enough! Music: Joel Allen Hess - In the Arms of the King (Willing Virginia, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud) Dead Horse One - I love my man

May 18, 2020 • 1h 16min
Saints and Cinema
After slipping an orange rind into your Negroni, slip off your Weejuns, put your earphones on and enjoy a funny and frank discussion about Jesus, Michael Mann, and ex-communication! Thank you, Tim Winterstein, of saintsandcinema.com, for talking with us about your favorite movies and their value in life. Topics: - Movies and Christianity with Tim Winterstein - A listener asks for a discussion about ex-communication in the church. Enjoy an honest conversation about why and why not Music: Joel Allen Hess - Don't, Willing Virginia, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man Other stuff: Link to Tim's articles featured on the jagged word: The Ideal Viewer: https://thejaggedword.com/2020/05/01/the-ideal-viewer/ Calvary: https://thejaggedword.com/2019/02/22/bearing-burdens/

May 18, 2020 • 1h 16min
Saints & Cinema
After slipping an orange rind into your Negroni, slip off your Weejuns, put your earphones on and enjoy a funny and frank discussion about Jesus, Michael Mann, and ex-communication! Thank you, Tim Winterstein, of saintsandcinema.com, for talking with us about your favorite movies and their value in life. Topics: 1. Movies and Christianity with Tim Winterstein 2. A listener asks for a discussion about ex-communication in the church. Enjoy an honest conversation about why and why not Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and thejaggedword.com Music: Joel Allen Hess - Don't, Willing Virginia, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man Other stuff: Link to Tim's articles featured on the jagged word: The Ideal Viewer: https://thejaggedword.com/2020/05/01/the-ideal-viewer/ Calvary: https://thejaggedword.com/2019/02/22/bearing-burdens/

May 12, 2020 • 1h 3min
Imagine There was No Heaven or Hell... and more topics
Turns out the Christian Church's goal was also the pursuit of happiness! Ooops! Thanks Pandemic! Imagine, John Lennon writes a utopian song and buys a mansion in Miami. How did that happen? How do Christians and the Christian church often time understand the Law incorrectly? and other topics Topics: 1. Imagine! John Lennon writes a utopian song and buys a mansion in Miami. How did that happen? Was he lying in the song? Do we do that all the time? 2. How did health become our God? It used to be the goal of medicine was comfort, now it is eternal life at all costs. 3. Smalcald Article: The Law. How do Christians and the Christian church often time understand the law incorrectly and pretend they can use it different ways besides revealing our sin? Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and thejaggedword.com Music: Willing Virginia, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man, Henry Hess (check him out on Spotify) Other stuff: Preacher Ruminating on His Sermon - Gwendolyn Brooks https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2020/march-web-only/covid-19-christians-flatten-curve-coronavirus-religion-sick.html


