To Be The Church

This is an international episode... according to Tyler. Andrew and Tyler discuss a tweet claiming Esther was a sex slave. The guys also respond to a TBTC listener question about the Crusades.RESOURCES:- NGC Sermon Series on Esther: https://www.nwgospel.com/ev-sermons?sapurl=LysxY2E4L2xiL21zLytwcGpnZHdjP2JyYW5kaW5nPXRydWUmZW1iZWQ9dHJ1ZQ==CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

A couple of weeks ago, the guys discussed what it looks like to transition well in ministry (Episode 275). This week, they discuss the other side of the coin. How do you transition well when you're a church member who's not in vocational ministry? Andrew and Tyler also respond to a listener question about conspiracy theories and QAnon.RESOURCES:- TBTC Episode 275: https://tobethe.church/to-be-the-church/CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Andrew and Tyler cover a lot of ground. The guys start by discussing some new and creative ways to spend time in Scripture every day. Andrew and Tyler respond to a question from multiple TBTC listeners about some controversy surrounding musical worship leader Sean Feucht. And lastly, Tyler learns a new phrase.RESOURCES:- NGC Camas/Washougal Sermon on Luke 10:38-42: https://subspla.sh/7cv9b5k- Dwell App: https://dwellapp.io/- Streetlights Bible: https://www.streetlightsbible.com/- BibleProject: https://bibleproject.com/- The Verses Project: http://theversesproject.com/- ESV Reader's Bible: https://www.crossway.org/bibles/esv-readers-bible-tpb/CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

Happy Black Friday! This week, Tyler and Ben cover a lot of ground. They kick off the episode by discussing a potential new podcast... To Be The Dad. Next, they break down some different musical worship songs about fighting our battles. And to finish off this week, they share highlights from a recent talk given by Jared C. Wilson on the four habits of gospel-centered leaders.RESOURCES:- Battle Belongs by Phil Wickham: https://open.spotify.com/track/3CwpNu67Qg1Mcl8WNtzUgo- Jared C. Wilson's website: https://www.jaredcwilson.com/- The Imperfect Disciple by Jared C. Wilson: https://www.amazon.com/Imperfect-Disciple-Grace-People-Together/dp/0801018951- Gospel Wakefulness by Jared C. Wilson: https://www.amazon.com/Gospel-Wakefulness-Jared-C-Wilson/dp/1433526360/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=- The Pastor's Justification by Jared C. Wilson: https://www.amazon.com/Pastors-Justification-Applying-Christ-Ministry/dp/1433536641/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben respond to a listener question about whether or not churches are focusing too much on leadership development and not enough on actual gospel ministry. At what point does tracking trends, articulating metrics, and analyzing programs distract us from the work of the gospel?RESOURCES:- Liberating Ministry from the Success Syndrome by R. Kent & Barbara Hughes: https://www.amazon.com/Liberating-Ministry-Success-Syndrome-Hughes/dp/1581349742CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Tyler interviews Andy Ziesemer. Andy is a musical worship leader, songwriter, and president of A Jesus Mission. Together, Tyler and Andy talk about global missions, witnessing to your neighbors, and Andy's new book: Our Mission In Christ.RESOURCES:- Andy's book: Our Mission In Christ: https://bit.ly/OurMissionInChrist- A Jesus Mission: https://ajesusmission.org/CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

What a week! Andrew, Tyler, and Ben take a moment to process the last few days, the pending election results, and how we should live in times like these. The guys also respond to a listener question about what to do when you're having trouble committing to a local church.CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

With the 2020 Election right around the corner, many of us are wondering how we can be the Church in the midst of such a crazy season. Andrew and Tyler talk through some of the major players, the major issues, and the current election season overall.RESOURCES:- Policies, Persons, and Paths to Ruin by John Piper: https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/policies-persons-and-paths-to-ruinCONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

When is the right time to find a new job at a different church? This week Andrew, Ben, and Tyler talk about ministry transitions. They discuss different questions to ask, counsel to seek, and ways to leave one's current context well.RESOURCES:- Leadership and Church Size Dynamics by Tim Keller: https://seniorpastorcentral.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/Tim-Keller-Size-Dynamics.pdfCONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

You love it. We love it. This week, we have a new segment of Lyrical Analysis. Andrew and Tyler discuss House on a Hill by Amanda Lindsey Cook. The guys talk about songs that aren't great for Sunday gathering but that are still powerful songs that should be heard and enjoyed.RESOURCES:- Learning to Love the Psalms by W. Robert Godfrey: https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Love-Psalms-Study-Guide/dp/1567698352CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch