To Be The Church

Does God’s presence live in the words we sing? How can some songs fit into some types of our gatherings, but not others? This week, Andrew and Tyler analyze the lyrics of “Hallelujah Here Below” off of Elevation Worship’s most recent release.CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

This past Sunday, Pastor David Platt (McLean Bible Church) was joined by President Trump following his sermon and was asked to pray for the Commander-In-Chief. Platt has received both support and backlash following this prayer. This week, Andrew and Tyler discuss this prayer, biblical support for this kind of prayer, and this kind of prayer’s implications for Christians striving to be the church.RESOURCES:Platt’s Letter to MBCCONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

With Andrew is out of the office, Tyler and Ben are joined by Gavin Hesse; a non-vocational elder of Northwest Gospel Church. The guys have some new anonymous comments to discuss! They also talk with Gavin about his role as a non-vocation elder at our local church.RESOURCES:The Shepard Leader by Timothy WitmerThe Trellis and The Vine by Colin Marshall & Tony Payne9Marks: Church Elders by Jeramie Rinne9Marks: Building Healthy Churches Series by 9Marks40 Questions About Elders and Deacons by Benjamin MerkleCONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben talk about the KJV Bible translation. Is it the only usable Bible translation? Are other, modern translations corrupted? They guys respond to a listeners question about these views and discuss the integrity of contemporary translations of Scripture.RESOURCES:The Word on the Street Bible Translation by Rob LaceyCONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

This week the guys discuss ‘The Pendulum Effect’ in local churches. We see in nearly every theological tribe the tendency for leaders to “swing the pendulum” too far as a reaction to poor theology, abuses, and differing ecclesiological convictions. Andrew, Tyler, and Ben talk about this tendency and how to “swing the pendulum” wisely and thoughtfully.CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

To celebrate TBTC’s 200th episode, we want to do a special book giveaway! Post a favorite moment, episode, or quote from the last 199 episodes with #TBTC200 and be entered to win a copy of The Curious Christian by Barnabas Piper or The Imperfect Disciple by Jared C. Wilson.CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben talk about a believer’s prayer life. How does a Christian work through rough seasons in their prayer life? The guys discuss ways to remain consistent and be intentional in prayer.RESOURCES:A Praying Life by Paul MillerRecapturing the Wonder by Mike CosperThe Valley of Vision by Arthur Bennett (Editor)CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

It’s Bring Your Kid to Work Day! With Andrew and Ben out, Tyler is joined by his daughter, Molly. Tyler and Molly talk about being a pastor’s kid, the Clarensau Family’s recent adoption, and they respond to a TBTC listener’s question about song suggestions from local church band members.RESOURCES:The Worship Pastor by Zac HicksCONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, Andrew, Tyler, and Ben discuss attendance on Easter Sunday. Who shows up on Easter? How can we serve all these people well?CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch

This week, the guys discuss a new Instagram account. @preachersnsneakers posts photos of celebrity pastors and highlights the cost of the clothing and shoes that they wear.RESOURCES:PreachersNSneakers (Instagram)CONTACT US:podcast@tobethechurch.comfacebook.com/tobethechurchtwitter.com/tobethechurchinstagram.com/tobethechurch