

To Be The Church
To Be The Church
Each Friday, NGC pastors Andrew, Tyler, and Ben host a podcast about theology, the Christian life, and what it looks like ‘to be the church’ together.
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Mar 5, 2021 • 28min
Episode 293: Did he really just preach that?
This week, the guys respond to a video of a preacher telling women that their husbands' faithfulness depends solely on their physical beauty. Andrew, Tyler, and Ben talk through the responsibility that comes with preaching and the very real danger when that responsibility is neglected.CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

Feb 26, 2021 • 30min
Episode 292: What Should We Expect from Our Pastors?
What should we expect from our pastors? This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben talk through a recently published article from The Gospel Coalition. The guys discuss the role of the pastor and how each of them carries the burdens and joys of pastoral ministry.RESOURCES:TGC Article: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/expect-less-pastor-current-events/CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

Feb 19, 2021 • 28min
Episode 291: Don't Put This on a Mug
This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben respond to a Cartoon Network commercial. The guys talk about different topics in culture and how the normalization of unbiblical, or even anti-biblical, themes affects Christians today.CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

Feb 12, 2021 • 30min
Episode 290: Origin Stories & Musical Worship
This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben discuss the origins of the TBTC Podcast and how each of them came to Northwest Gospel Church. The guys discuss a listener question about the difference between 'worship' and 'musical worship.' And lastly, the guys finally get around to a rather uncomfortable topic... how in the world did Ben get on the podcast?RESOURCES:Unceasing Worship by Harold Best: https://www.amazon.com/Unceasing-Worship-Biblical-Perspectives-Arts/dp/0830832297CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

Feb 5, 2021 • 22min
Episode 289: Does the Bible Contradict Itself?
It has finally happened. The To Be The Church podcast is now available in video form! This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben discuss a TBTC listener question. How can John 3:16 and Ephesians 1:5 both be true? The guys talk about how to approach the Bible when Scripture seems to contradict itself.CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurchyoutube.com/tobethechurch

Jan 29, 2021 • 22min
Episode 288: The Gospel: Proclaimed to be Heard
This week, Andrew and Tyler are talking about a fundraising campaign happening in our local context, Northwest Gospel Church. The guys discuss our efforts to improve the live stream quality, give more opportunities for people to serve, and continue to proclaim the gospel as far and as wide as we can.RESOURCES:- The Gospel: Proclaimed to be Heard: nwgospel.com/thegospelCONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

Jan 22, 2021 • 42min
Episode 287: Michelle Obama's Dress
This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben are back and they have a lot to cover. The guys discuss the last few weeks in our country, this week's Presidential Inauguration, and how these events have been handled on social media.CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

Jan 15, 2021 • 36min
Episode 286: Gavin Ortlund & Theological Triage
This week, Ben is joined by Max for an interview with Gavin Ortlund, author of Finding the Right Hills to Die On: The Case for Theological Triage. Gavin discusses how the practice of theological triage can help Christians pursue unity in their churches and communities. RESOURCES:- Finding the Right Hills to Die On: www.amazon.com/Finding-Right-Hills-Die-Theological/dp/1433567423- Gavin's website: www.gavinortlund.com- Gavin's other publications: www.gavinortlund.com/mypublications/CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

Jan 8, 2021 • 21min
Episode 285: Sermon Series Study Guides (Re-release)
This week we revisit a discussion between Andrew, Tyler, and Ben about Northwest Gospel Church's Community Group rhythms as well as the resources that NGC produces for group leaders and participants.RESOURCES:Esther Sermon Study Guide: https://indd.adobe.com/view/72f4175b-b184-435a-9341-1421de755602CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

Jan 1, 2021 • 36min
Episode 284: Theologically Homeless
What do you do when you find yourself removed from the doctrine of your church? This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben talk about what it's like to be theologically homeless and the joy of coming home.RESOURCES:- Andrew's 10-Year Anniversary video: nwgospel.com/10yearsCONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch