Episode 281: The Legacy of Jimmy Swaggart & John MacArthur

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In July, two powerful figures in evangelical American Christianity had passed away. Jimmy Swaggart, a popular televangelist in the 1980s, redefined what televangelism is today. John MacArthur, who influenced generations with his “true” biblical teachings. In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss the good, bad, and ugly of their legacy.

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Episode 280: When Church Leaders ask Lay Leaders to leave the church over Bible Study Tools

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Have you ever taught a bible study and was told by church leadership that you can not use that tool or teach that curriculum?  Have you ever been asked to step down from your role or removed from the church because of it?  In this episode, Scott and Micah discuss a undercurrent issue when Church Leaders have confronted lay leaders over certain bible study tools and/or curriculum used to teach.  We look at both sides of the argument and even come to a few practical resources on how to navigate these challenges with grace.

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Episode 279: Should Christian Conferences Charge for Their Worship Services

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This Past Week, the Church of God had its Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado.  Some people were complaining that they were not able to access the General Worship Sessions because it was behind a paywall.  Scott and Micah begin to ask whether conferences should charge for those who simply want to watch the worship services.  We discuss some of the challenges, legality on why services or behind a paywall (or if it’s a cash grab), and theorize why the Church of God is bad at communication.

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