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Is the gift of tongues weird or wondrous? In this episode of Welcome to the Table, Khalil, Sean, and Jeff unpack a biblical, Spirit-led understanding of speaking in tongues. We trace Acts 2, 1 Corinthians 12–14, and church history, clear up common misconceptions, and share practical ways to seek more of God without hype or fear.🔥 In this conversation, you’ll discover:● What the Bible actually teaches about tongues● Why tongues edifies the believer and points to Jesus● How Acts 2 and 1 Corinthians fit together● Common pitfalls to avoid: elitism, fabrication, and fear● How to pursue more of the Holy Spirit with humility and hunger✅ Next Steps for Your Growth● Spiritual Growth Assessment → https://www.growgodly.com/#section-1740555094487
● Spiritual Strategy Call → https://www.growgodly.com/strategy-call
● School of Biblical Apprenticeship (SBA) → https://www.growgodly.com/schoolChapters:00:00 Introduction to the Gift of Tongues01:31 Personal Experiences and Perspectives09:36 Biblical Foundations of Tongues12:10 The First Pentecost and Its Significance19:14 Modern-Day Implications and Misconceptions25:23 Historical Context of Prophetic Gifts26:12 Misconceptions About Spiritual Gifts28:26 The Purpose and Wonder of Tongues29:57 Addressing Skepticism and Counterfeits33:56 Practical Applications of Tongues39:38 Personal Experiences with Tongues43:35 Encouragement to Seek More of God46:12 Conclusion and Call to Community

What if the real reason you keep slipping back into the same sins is not a lack of willpower but a lack of the right battle plan? In this episode of Welcome to the Table, Khalil, Sean, and Jeff unpack the biblical idea of mortification of sin and show how the Holy Spirit, grace-filled effort, and Christian community work together to help you actually change.You will learn:What Paul is really saying in Romans 7 and why that matters for your daily fightHow to depend on the Holy Spirit instead of white-knuckled willpowerThe grace vs effort paradox and why effort is not earningPractical ways to “put off” the old self and “put on” the newWhy confession, community, and sacramental rhythms break sin’s power* The habits that help you see and take God’s escape routes in temptationResources & Next Steps:
● Spiritual Growth Assessment → https://www.growgodly.com/#section-1740555094487
● Spiritual Strategy Call ($47) → https://www.growgodly.com/strategy-call
● School of Biblical Apprenticeship (SBA) → https://www.growgodly.com/schoolCHAPTERS:00:00 Why Do I keep Messing Up Even When I Try Not To?00:48 Introduction: The Struggle with Sin01:22 Understanding Mortification of Sin01:29 Paul's Struggle and the Law03:53 The Role of the Holy Spirit07:46 The Importance of Holiness09:43 Spiritual Warfare and Transformation16:03 Practical Steps to Overcome Sin32:45 Dependence on God and Spiritual Disciplines36:19 The Power of Community and Confession43:56 Conclusion and Encouragement

What if following Jesus today is less about winning arguments and more about how you actually show up among your neighbors? Khalil and Sean talk with Lee Rogers (Director of Student Evangelism, Assemblies of God; Youth Alive) about incarnational living, Spirit-empowered witness, and practical first steps for loving your neighbors without being pushy.In This Conversation You’ll learn: ● How to love your neighbors when you’re the only believer on the block● Why the Holy Spirit is essential to bold, Spirit-led witness● Stories of small acts of obedience that led to real transformation● Simple first steps for sharing Jesus without being pushy or weirdResources:● Take the Spiritual Growth Assessment → https://www.growgodly.com/#section-1740555094487● Book a Spiritual Strategy Call ($47) → https://www.growgodly.com/strategy-call● Learn about the School of Biblical Apprenticeship (SBA) → https://www.growgodly.com/school

In this episode of the Welcome to the Table podcast, Jeff, Sean, and Khalil dive deep into what it really means to live a holy life in a culture that often stands against God's ways.Is holiness just about following rules, or is it something far bigger and more powerful? The hosts unpack how holiness is rooted in God's very nature, why being set apart is essential for every believer, and what it looks like to stand firm in faith when culture pushes back.🔹 Biblical Examples: See how figures like Daniel, Israel, and early Christians lived holy lives in times of opposition.🔹 Practical Application: How can you resist cultural pressure without isolation or legalism?🔹 The Cost of Holiness: Why living for God always requires courage and conviction.Don't miss the next episode on mortification of sin, where we'll discuss how to actively resist sin and embrace holiness.🚀 Take the Next Step in Your Spiritual Growth:📊 Discover Your Unique Spiritual Growth Score – www.growgodly.com/#section-1740555094487🙏 Free 7-Day Prayer Email Mini-Course – www.growgodly.com/offers/JKzvn3G8/checkout🛒 Shop on Amazon & Support the Podcast – www.amzn.to/3PYZ6TQ

Are you feeling the tension of living in a world that opposes God? Do you feel like an outcast in society? In this video, we dive into the biblical theme of exile and what it means for us as Christians today. We’ll talk about how God’s faithfulness fuels our hope for restoration, the challenges of being strangers in a foreign land, and the beauty of belonging to God’s eternal family. From historical lessons to personal stories, we explore how to live counterculturally while holding onto the promise of our heavenly home. Let’s unpack the practical ways we can live in hope, faith, and restoration—even in the midst of exile. Watch now and discover how this timeless theme can transform your perspective!

In this episode of the Welcome to the Table podcast, a podcast about personal discipleship, Khalil, Sean, and Jeff return after a year-long break to outline a refined mission for their podcast, share updates, and reflect on personal milestones. Khalil talks about leaving his role as a youth pastor, starting a spiritual coaching business (Growing Godly), and getting married. Jeff celebrates the birth of his son, Koa, and his role as a youth and children's director for a network of churches, while Sean shares how his increased responsibilities and finishing grad school shaped his year. Together, they unveil a renewed focus for the podcast: fostering a community of curiosity and conviction to help listeners faithfully follow Jesus in today's culture. They also hint at exploring the biblical theme of exile in upcoming episodes.

In today's fast-paced world, it's easy to feel restless and unsettled. Whether you're battling anxiety, struggling with life's pressures, or simply seeking a deeper sense of peace, this episode is for you. Matt Harder, a youth pastor with a heart for leading locally and a passion for nurturing the next generation, shares his insights and personal journey to writing "A Settled Soul." This conversation is an invitation to reflect on your own path and learn practices that can help anchor your soul. What You'll Learn: ✅ The inspiration behind "A Settled Soul" and the five practices for settling your soul. ✅ How the digital age and social media contribute to our sense of restlessness. ✅ Strategies for balancing the demands of modern life with the need for spiritual health. ✅ Practical advice on how to settle your soul with God and find peace amidst chaos Matt's 5 Steps to Settling Your Soul: 1. Settling Your Accounts (offenses) 2. Settling Your Schedule 3. Settling Your Seratonin 4. Settling Your Sin 5. Settling Your Story Get "A Settled Soul": https://amzn.to/3uoYrE0 Episode Highlights: ✅ Introduction to Matt Harder: Get to know Matt and his role as a youth pastor, husband, and father, and his vision for spiritual leadership. ✅ Journey to "A Settled Soul": Learn about the process and motivation behind Matt's book, written to address the soul's quest for peace in today's world. ✅ Navigating Modern Challenges: Discussion on the impact of social media and the constant search for satisfaction in things that ultimately leave us feeling empty. ✅ Settling Your Soul: Insights into the daily practices that can lead to a deeper relationship with God and a more settled soul. 👉👉 Get "A Settled Soul": https://amzn.to/3uoYrE0 👈👈

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We are such a busy people, aren't we? But in being busy we can forget to be preparing for the things that God wants to do next in our lives?In this episode, we explore the key question of how to prepare and lean into a unique side of the discussion with Pastor Cheree Dale.We discuss practical ways to incorporate principles of Sabbath, margin, and stillness into our daily lives as well as seeking God's guidance in all areas of our lives. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about the future or simply looking for ways to deepen your relationship with God, this will give valuable insights and actionable steps to help you prepare for the journey ahead. Join us as we discover the power of sabbath, margin, and making space for God in our lives.Resource Mentioned:Three Mile an Hour God by Kosuke KoyamaCrazy Busy by Kevin DeYoungDon't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)

Are you looking for ways to improve your spiritual life? Check out this spiritual discipline of confession! This practice will help you to overcome obstacles and build spiritual habits that will lead to happiness.In this episode, we are sharing with you the spiritual discipline of confession. This practice will help you to overcome obstacles and build spiritual habits that will lead to health and wholeness.Whether you're a Christian or not, this is a practice that is worth trying. By confessing your sins to a trusted person, you will be able to overcome them, experience healing, and build a stronger spiritual foundation. Give it a try and see the benefits for yourself!In this episode, We're talking about the spiritual discipline of Confession. I want to share with you how confession can be a powerful spiritual discipline that can help you grow in your faith, strengthen your spiritual habits, and rebuild your relationship with God and others.Don't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)

Join us as we dive deep into a transformative discussion with Lori Warning. Learn about her challenges and victories in the pursuit of authentic discipleship and the profound role of grace and personal transformation in our spiritual journey. Discover how vulnerability can be a powerful tool for connection and growth, and how even our darkest moments can be instrumental in helping others find their way. This video is not just about understanding discipleship, it's about living it in every aspect of life, transforming ourselves and the world around us. Let's journey together towards a life devoted to growth, commitment, and unconditional love.Don't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)

Looking for your next great book? Summer is here, and it's the perfect time to dive into a good book! Join hosts Khalil, Sean, and Jeff in this episode of The Welcome to the Table Podcast as we share our top book recommendations for your summer reading.Which book will you pick up first? 📚 GRAB A BOOK AND GET READING 📚(Some links may be affiliate & support the show)1. "Counterfeit Gods" by Timothy Kellerhttps://amzn.to/3qZ3lWr2. The Reason for God by Timothy Kellerhttps://amzn.to/3r7KOXG3. "You Are What You Love: The Spiritual Power of Habit" by James K.A. Smithhttps://amzn.to/3NMiz9Z4. "The Common Rule: Habits of Purpose for an Age of Distraction" by Justin Whitmel Earleyhttps://amzn.to/3PppDL35. "The Deeply Formed Life" by Rich Villodashttps://amzn.to/42RUa7i6. "The Coddling of the American Mind" by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidthttps://amzn.to/46jduxg7. "On the Holy Spirit" by St. Basil (edited by Stephen M. Hildebrand)https://amzn.to/3NHYjGx8. "Life Together" by Dietrich Bonhoefferhttps://amzn.to/3NmQbKh9. "A Beautiful Resistance" by John Tysonhttps://amzn.to/3CJVoqr10. "Atomic Habits" by James Clearhttps://amzn.to/46nXZEk11. "The Holy Spirit: Lord and Life-giver" by Ivan Satyavratahttps://amzn.to/3NMKwi812. "7 Myths About Singleness" by Sam Allberryhttps://amzn.to/3pjyH9y13. "How Not to Read the Bible" by Dan Kimballhttps://amzn.to/3XrU4Cs14. "The Blue Parakeet" by Scott McKnighthttps://amzn.to/3JwMyjF15. "Lead" by Paul David Tripphttps://amzn.to/3XmtDxVPODCASTS MENTIONED1. The Craig Groeschel Leadership Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/craig-groeschel-leadership-podcast/id10706490252. Pearls by Kristy McClellanhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pearls-with-kristi-mclelland/id16064583173. Silly Graham Podcasthttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/silly-graham/id1644207109Don't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)

In the latest episode of the Welcome to the Table Podcast, Pastors Sean Silverii, Jeff Gowing, and Khalil Burton navigate the intersection of joy, faith, and hardship. We dive into the Bible, uncovering the power of choosing joy amidst adversity and reflecting on the unwavering goodness of God.This episode is a treasure trove for anyone seeking to deepen their faith, understand the concept of joy in the Christian context, or find solace in challenging circumstances.Subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your preferred platform for more insightful discussions on faith, spirituality, and Christian living.Don't miss out on our bonus content available exclusively on Patreon Help us keep these faith-building conversations alive by sharing this episode with your network.Don't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)

Step into the realm of God as we explore one of the most profound and elusive attributes of God – His eternality. Imagine a Being that was, is, and will always be. Difficult to wrap your head around? That's exactly what we're here to discuss!God's attribute of eternity isn't merely a theological concept or philosophical curiosity; it fundamentally shapes our understanding of the divine and impacts how we view our own existence. If God is truly eternal, then He exists outside of time and isn't constrained by its limitations. But what does this mean for us who exist within time? How does this influence our faith, our spirituality, and our day-to-day living? In this episode, we delve deep into these thought-provoking questions, unpacking the concept of divine eternity and its implications for human beings.Don't forget to follow us and subscribe to our podcast for more fascinating explorations into the attributes and mysteries of God. We'd also love for you to share this episode with your friends, family, or anyone else who might be interested.Books for Continued Study:"Eternity in Their Hearts" by Don Richardson (https://amzn.to/48hfOFO)"The Attributes of God" by A.W. Tozer (https://amzn.to/3PgbhuU)"The Knowledge of the Holy" by A.W. Tozer (https://amzn.to/3Lp3bPs)"Knowing God" by J.I. Packer (https://amzn.to/3rc8Ykj)Don't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)

In this episode of our podcast, we dive deep into a thought-provoking article written by Joe Terrell, a member of Carey Nieuwhof's staff, titled "Five Real Reasons Young People Are Deconstructing Their Faith". The article examines the deconstruction movement, where young individuals critically reassess their faith, which has been gaining more attention as church membership and religious affiliation experience a decline. We dissect and discuss the five main reasons young people are deconstructing their faith as outlined in the articleListen as we share our insights, discuss our perspectives on each point, and explore how these issues are affecting young people's faith today.Read the original article here: https://careynieuwhof.com/mypodcast/Don't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)

Are you ready to dive deep into the limitless nature of God? In this awe-inspiring episode of the Welcome to the Table Podcast, we'll explore the infinity attribute of God, a concept that stretches our understanding and invites us to experience God in an entirely new way.So, grab your headphones and join us at the table for this thought-provoking and soul-stirring conversation. Don't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)Follow & SupportFollow us on InstagramSupport us on Patreon

Have you ever struggled with how you should think about the relationships in your life and what God's purpose for each one actually is?In this conversation with Will Ceaser, we ask this question and think about how relationships (including conflict) affect our everyday life and faith.Don't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)

Journey with us through 5 critical reasons people are dismantling and reconstructing their faith views today. You might be surprised by some of the reasons it's happening.Our hosts unpack a few of the most pressing reasons for deconstruction amongst young adults and explain how we should think about these factors in our own journey with God.resourcesRead Carey Nieuwhof's blog article hereDon't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)

Are you stalling in your growth? do you struggle with being still, quiet, and hearing God's direction in your life?In this episode, we explore the Christian spiritual discipline of reflection and how to practice it. Reflection is the discipline by which we pause, look back on our life, and find God's direction for our future. We discuss the benefits of reflection, including increased self-awareness, improved decision-making, and a stronger connection with God. We share practical tips for incorporating reflection into your daily routine. Whether you're new to the practice or a seasoned pro, this episode will inspire you to make reflection a regular part of your spiritual journey. Don't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)

Have you struggled with idols, identity, or contentment in Christ?Everyone does! That's part of following Jesus and we hope this episode helps you with that.In today's conversation, Pastors Sean and Khalil both share a little bit about what God has been doing in their hearts and offer up some really practical advice for anyone wrestling with the same things right now.Resources Mentioned:Crazy Busy by Kevin DeYoungDon't forget to subscribe to the Welcome to the Table Podcast on your favorite platforms, join our Patreon for exclusive bonus episodes and content and please leave a review to help others discover these life-changing discussions.Follow & SupportFollow on Instagram (instagram.com/thewtttpodcast)Join our Patreon Community (patreon.com/thewtttpodcast)Follow & SupportFollow us on InstagramSupport us on Patreon