

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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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

Dec 18, 2020 • 27min
Episode 283: Esther: A Sex Slave? And What About the Crusades?
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

Dec 11, 2020 • 33min
Episode 282: QAnon & Leaving Your Church
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

Dec 4, 2020 • 30min
Episode 281: Jesus Christ Superspreader
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

Nov 27, 2020 • 27min
Episode 280: Is this how we fight our battles?
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


