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Luke Simmons and Seth Troutt discuss cultural and theological questions through a biblical lens.
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Seth and Luke discuss the role of mentors, the need to gain access to wisdom, and why most of the time you shouldn't ask someone to be your mentor.
Seth and Luke discuss St. Valentine and other significant martyrs in church history and consider how they inspire us unto radical faithfulness to Jesus.
Luke and Seth discuss "free will" vs "real choices", how to handle paradoxes in Scripture, and what the fruit of believing in sovereign mercy should look like in the life of a Christian. Check out episodes 46 (Heretical & Evangelical?), 47 (Anti-Hero), and 48 (Inability & Conversion) of the King & Culture podcast for more.
Seth and Luke respond to more questions that were sent in during the Ask Anything service 12/28 at Ironwood Church. Paper mentioned: To Be Or Not To Be Left Behind.
Luke and Seth discuss prayer, how to do it, and different strategies and key Bible passages that help form us as a praying people. Previous episode we discuss: Ep. 22 Taking the Lord's Name In Vain.
Luke and Seth explore the difference between mission and missions (with an "s") and share about how missions plays out at Ironwood. While mission is comprehensive, missions are a more specific subset of mission.Then they conclude talking about a special new project in Moldova that relates to the 2025 Christmas Offering.LINKS:- Ironwood Global + Local- Ironwood Philosophy of Missions
Enjoy this replay of one of Luke and Seth's favorite episodes. Seth and Luke consider plagues that infect all of our lives: entitlement and cynicism. Though we have so much, we are often so unhappy — grumbling and complaining about all that doesn't go the way we want. Even Christians are susceptible to this dynamic.How can we pursue a different way that allows us to shine in a dark world? By pursuing a life and practices of gratitude and thanksgiving. Seth shares a number of key Bible verses and some helpful practices that individuals and families can do to practice gratitude.
Luke and Seth discuss who baptism is for, how it relates to communion, and why it plays a significant role in the life of a Christian. https://www.ironwoodchurch.org/baptism
Luke and Seth discuss John Frame's framework, called Triperspectivalism, and how it relates to the Trinity, to the three offices of Jesus, and everyday leadership responsibilities.
Luke and Seth discuss the difference between experienced and mature Christians, the need for love to be a key marker of growth in the life of a Christian, and a framework the Elders developed to help congregants evaluate themselves as they seek to follow Jesus. The Five Loves.
We were privileged to have Dr. Wayne Grudem kickoff our CONTEND class this year. He shared the opening lecture he'd ordinarily give for his Systematic Theology classes he taught at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and Phoenix Seminary.
Seth and Luke discuss the nature of culture, political idolatry, revival, when we need (and don't need) to be balanced, and what being a Christian in the public square could look like in the next season. Other Relevant Episodes:Ep 108 Culture WarringEp 94 Life in a Negative WorldEp 91 Trust Not in PrincesEp 86 Patriotism w/ Dan DarlingEp 80 Psychedelics and Jesus w/ Ashley LandeEp 74 Christian NationalismEp 73 Pacifism & WarEp 70 The Worthless MenEp 37 Essential Oils and the Rise of Neopaganism Ep 36 Mass Shootings and the Goodness of God Ep 30 Hooters Conservatism
In this bonus episode, Luke is interviewed by his wife, Molly. They talk about his experiences in baseball, childhood acting, movies, music, advice for young dads, the journey to becoming a pastor, planting a church, and more. This conversation was recorded with a live audience at the Summer Scoop at Ironwood Church.
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Seth and Luke discuss the nature of the unseen realm, angels, and the demonic. How do they interact with us in our daily lives? Could these extraterrestrial beings be understood to be aliens?
Seth and Luke discuss the nature and need for "doing theology" in addition to doing Bible Study. Why do we care about creeds? Why do we need summary statements for our beliefs? CONTEND
Luke and Seth dicsuss the origins, uses, and purposes of what's been called "the seven deadly sins." Are there only seven deadly sins? Isn't all sin deadly? Why these seven? What is the difference between vices and sins, virtues and holiness? Glittering VicesVices Tree image download
Luke and Seth discuss the joy and delight of children, why some are prone to view them as interuptions and burdens, and what must happen in our hearts if we are to rightly view children as gifts and blessings.
In this bonus episode, Luke interviews his wife, Molly. They talk about swimming, sports, growing up, her faith story, going back to work, being a pastor's wife, and more. This conversation was recorded with a live audience at the Summer Scoop at Ironwood Church.
Luke and Seth discuss The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. What is a Christian? Where do we agree with the LDS Church and where do we disagree? How significant and meaningful are the differences? A Tale of Two StoriesThree Questions to Ask Your Mormon Friends Ten Most Important Things to Say to a Mormon
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great episode
what a great episode!