To Be The Church

This week, Tyler, Andrew, and Ben discuss some of the recent events in Afghanistan. They talk about political unrest in the heart of the Middle East and what that means for Christians all across the globe.CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

This week, Tyler and Andrew relocate to the auditorium of our church building and talk about a sermon series that Northwest Gospel Church recently began, "The Story." The guys talk about the big-picture narrative of Scripture and how Christians can avoid losing the plot entirely. RESOURCES:- The Stories We Tell by Mike Cosper: https://www.amazon.com/Stories-We-Tell-Movies-Truth/dp/1433537087- East of Eden by John Steinbeck: https://www.amazon.com/East-Eden-Penguin-Orange-Collection/dp/0143129481- Genesis in Space and Time by Francis Schaeffer: https://www.amazon.com/Genesis-Space-Time-Biblical-commentary/dp/0877846367- Not the Way It's Supposed to Be by Cornelius Plantinga: https://www.amazon.com/Not-Way-Its-Supposed-Be/dp/0802842186- NGC Sermons: nwgospel.com/sermons- No Place for Truth by David Wells: https://www.amazon.com/No-Place-Truth-Whatever-Evangelical/dp/080280747X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1NY7TCB6WN1ZV&dchild=1&keywords=no+place+for+truth&qid=1629420088&s=books&sprefix=no+place+fofr+%2Cstripbooks%2C234&sr=1-1CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

Today, Andrew and Tyler answer listener questions, specifically about the role of our conscience in employer-forced vaccine mandates. Also, the guys discuss the book of Judges, how it's applicable today, and why our local church is preaching it this fall.CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

This week, Tyler and Ben are joined by none other than Andrew Murch, co-host and co-founder of the TBTC Podcast and Lead Pastor of Northwest Gospel Church. Andrew gives some updates from his time off and shares a few insights about pastoral sabbaticals.CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

With Andrew still on Sabbatical and Tyler out of the office, Ben is joined by Courtney Huna and Noah Soistmann. Courtney and Noah serve our local church as the Youth Ministry Associates. This week, Ben, Courtney, and Noah talk about youth camps, the awesome opportunities that camps offer, and what Northwest Gospel Church is doing for our camp this Summer.RESOURCES:- NGC's Summer Camp: nwgospel.com/summercampCONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

This week, Tyler sits down with author Drew Dyck to talk about self-control. What's the big deal about self-control? Why is self-control so hard? The guys discuss everything from habit formation to brain science to the spiritual disciplines. RESOURCES:- Your Future Self Will Thank You by Drew Dyck: https://www.amazon.com/Your-Future-Self-Will-Thank/dp/0802418295/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1625243944&sr=1-2CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

This week, Tyler talks with Matt Smethurst, Managing Editor of The Gospel Coalition, about local church deacons. Tyler and Matt discuss some reasons for deacons and talk about the vital role that deacons play in the life of the church.RESOURCES:- Deacons by Matt Smethurst: https://www.amazon.com/Deacons-Strengthen-Building-Healthy-Churches/dp/1433571625/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=matt+smethurst&qid=1625243862&s=books&sr=1-2- Follow Matt on Twitter: https://twitter.com/MattSmethurstCONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

This week, Tyler talks with Jay Kim, author of Analog Church. The guys have a conversation about church live streams, COVID, and how real connections are still needed, even in the Digital Age. They also discuss how Christians live when the cultural values stand in direct opposition to gospel values.RESOURCES:- Analog Church by Jay Kim: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/083084158X/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

This week, Tyler and Ben are joined by Gavin Hesse to discuss an interesting new version of the Bible. The God Bless the USA Bible joins the words of Scripture with America's founding documents. The guys discuss the tension between patriotism and idolatry and how Christians must prioritize God's Word.RESOURCES:- God Bless The USA Bible: https://godblesstheusabible.com/CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

This week, Tyler continues his conversation with David Greco and Owen Githanga about the work of Compassion International and breaking the cycle of poverty. For part two, we'll hear a little more about Owen's story as well as the powerful impact of Compassion's church-centered model for care and development.RESOURCES:- Compassion International: https://www.compassion.com/- Owen: https://www.compassion.com/christian-speakers/owen-githanga.htm- Partner with Compassion: https://www.compassion.com/church-engagement/CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch