The Sandhills Podcast

17. Love, Sex, & Dating

This week pastor John sits down with Pastor Chris Ledley (Next Gen Pastor at Sandhills Community Church)  to discuss a biblical theology of dating and love. As we have spent the last couple of weeks discussing a biblical theology of sexuality we now discuss the Ins and outs of relationships as God has desired them to be expressed. 

 

We also take time to discuss the negative connotations associated with the churches historical position on “purity culture” and how that has burned people away from the church. 

 

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16. Engaging the LGBTQ+ Community

On today's episode Pastor John sits down with Dr. Steve Johnson from Columbia International University (also head of the Albert Ellis Institute in NYC) to discuss the fundamentals of how the church should approach conversations around the topic of homosexuality. As the world enters Pride Month the church should be asking itself how it can continue to grow in Christ centered love & respect for the LGBTQ+ community. Through an analysis of church history, scripture, and psychology we hope to lay a framework for how every Christian should approach people and conversations on this topic.  

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15. God’s Design for Human Sexuality

This week Pastor John sits down with Pastor Jeff to discuss the topic of human sexuality. Through this conversation we hope to provide listeners with a biblical foundation for how to approach conversations around sexuality, gender, and orientation. This first episode is designed to be viewed alongside our next two episodes which will further go into detail on different aspects of this deep topic. 

 

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We would like to remind our audience that the views and opinions discussed here are in regard to the topics as a whole and not to individuals as people. Pastors John & Jeff explicitly make this distinction in the podcast and we hope you will hear the truth with love throughout this series. If you are struggling with these topics we encourage you to email either one of us to discuss them further. You can find our emails at Sandhillschurch.org

14. A Theology of Producing Worship

This week Pastor John gets to sit down with Pastor Sean Wiegner and Jac Mandel to discuss what the heart of worship and music is. From discussions on how/why music touches the soul of humans and is in every culture, to how music changed their lives and informs how they lead church worship this podcast is rocking! If you have ever wondered about the art and beauty behind music and worship this is the podcast for you. 

 

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13. Who Cares About The Resurrection?

Pastor John sits down with Dr. Ben Noonan and Dr. Mike Naylor for a conversation on the theology and historicity of the resurrection. This is an awesome conversation you will not want to miss coming off of the Easter weekend!

By diving into the theological, historical, and cultural significance of Old Testament ideas of resurrection and the New Testament perspectives of the second coming you will get to grow in your depth of understanding the significance of the resurrection!

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12. A Theology of Social Justice

Pastor John sits down with his father-in-law Chris Byrd (head of Downtown Ministries) to discuss his testimony and work in the Athens GA community. Through a conversation of the theology of social justice this podcast aims to help inform believers on their role in engaging, empowering, and loving all their neighbors in every way possible.

If you would like to partner with Downtown Ministries head to www.downtownministries.org !

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11. How do you love your neighbor and serve in the military?

Pastor John sits down with his father Ch. (COL) Larry Dabeck for a candid conversation on faith, war, and serving America's warriors as a Chaplain.

Ch. (COL) Dabeck's personal perspectives, comments, and faith are his alone and do not necessarily reflect the views, values, or goals of the D.O.D, Army, or Chaplain Corps.

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If you're interested in learning more about the Army Chaplaincy head to: https://www.goarmy.com/chaplain/become-an-army-chaplain.html

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10. What is the Theology of Work?

Pastor John and Pastor Jeff sit down for an incredible conversation with Dr. Brian Simmons on the Theology of Work. This podcast focuses not just one the aspects of Christians in the workplace, but the underlying theology that informs Christians ability to take part in secular work. The core of this message, we are ALL ministers of Christ's Gospel...the only thing that changes is where we do it!

 

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Book Titles:

More Than a Hobby

The Steward Leader

Truth of Work

Every Good Endeavor

God at Work

Theologyofwork.com

9. Being a Cop & Loving Jesus

Pastor John sits down with Rookie Officer and longtime friend Carter Law to discuss what it means to be a Christian in uniform. As Pastor Malcolm and John had discussed how 2020 tore the veil on racial relations; John and Carter get an opportunity to talk about what needs to change in peoples hearts to better engage and protect all communities.

 

Officer Law's personal perspectives and faith are his alone and do not necessarily reflect the views, values, or goals of the Waco Police Department.

 

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8. Don’t be afraid to FAIL

Pastor John sits down the fellow CIU Alum Jordan Sprueill and talks about the ministry of sports and seminary. If you're looking for encouragement on not being afraid to fail and passionately pursuing your dreams...this is the podcast for you!