All of the Above

In this episode, Trevor, Aaron, and Mikey discuss our culture's obsession with cynicism and deconstruction. Is there a better alternative than this? How do we construct a positive view of life? What does it look like to build something in world of tearing down? Listen and tell us what you think!

On this episode, Pastors Trevor and Aaron discuss the beauty, necessity, and importance of "shallow" Christian friendships. The article they discuss can be found here.

On this episode, pastors Trevor and Aaron discuss the challenge of pastoring people when everyone's real "pastors" are on the internet. Listen in as they offer wisdom for how to think about who we listen to online and where we go for advice.

Dallas Vandiver, theologian and Associate VP for Student Ministries at North Greenville University, traces Baptist origins and identity. He surveys origin theories, explains landmarkism versus a 1609 English start, and outlines Baptist distinctives like regenerate membership, believers' baptism, congregationalism, and conscience. He also highlights key figures, persecution, the rise of missions, and the call to be Baptist by conviction.

They wrestle with who should receive our financial support and how Paul’s collection translates to today. Conversation covers associations and cooperative giving, plus why you cannot give to everything. Practical criteria like proximity, relationships, and passion guide choices. They also discuss compassion toward non-Christians and how giving shapes the giver.

The hosts dive into the significance of church partnerships within the Southern Baptist context, sharing personal anecdotes and biblical principles that highlight collaboration for mission work. They emphasize the importance of unity in tackling doctrinal challenges, leaning on Acts 15 for guidance. The conversation showcases how sharing resources fosters a supportive community, enhancing both mission effectiveness and church growth. Exploring the balance between ecumenism and distinct identities, they illustrate practical benefits of working together while staying true to foundational beliefs.

Trevor and Aaron discuss our reasoning for not using livestream and the convictions that are behind that.

Trevor and Aaron discuss a couple of ways to practice good listening during sermons as well as dealing with sermons you don't agree with or don't like. Also enjoy an extended discussion on meat sticks, cheese wheels, and purple carrots.

In this episode, Trevor and Aaron discuss eight theses on the current political sphere.

Trevor and Ridgewood member, Jon Cheek, discuss the effects smartphones are having on kids with some help from Jonathan Haidt's most recent book, "The Anxious Generation".