Take & Read Podcast

Season 5, Episode 2 | Pastor Chad reconnects with Derek Hutchison, the man who led him to Christ, as they reflect on their shared history and dive into 1 Thessalonians 1. They explore how true faith shows up through endurance, love, and a life that points others to Jesus—even in hardship."I Know the Plans" by Derek Hutchison: https://a.co/d/8kHEhcn

Season 5, Episode 1 | Kicking off Season 5, Pastor Chad and August Huckabee revisit Acts 17:1–9 to explore how Paul’s brief but bold ministry in Thessalonica led to both belief and backlash. They reflect on faithfulness in the face of uncertainty and how true success in ministry is measured by obedience, not outcomes.

Season 4, Episode 17 | Chad and Tyler discuss Galatians 6:11–18, where Paul urges believers to reject legalism and boast only in the cross of Christ. They reflect on living with a singular focus on Jesus and letting go of worldly measures of success.

Season 4, Episode 16 | Pastor Chad and LJ reflect on Galatians 6:6–10, discussing how true faith shows in what we invest in—whether the flesh or the Spirit—and the importance of perseverance, doing good, and caring for the church community, especially in seasons of hardship.

Season 4, Episode 15 | Chad and Granger reflect on Galatians 6:1–5, highlighting the call to gently restore others caught in sin while staying spiritually grounded. They stress the need for accountability, personal discipline, and community as essential for bearing one another’s burdens and living out the gospel.

Season 4, Episode 14 | Chad and Linnea discuss Galatians 5:16–26, focusing on walking by the Spirit and producing spiritual fruit. Linnea shares how time away deepened her reflection and shaped how she teaches the fruit of the Spirit to her kids.

Season 4, Episode 13 | Chad and Tyler Smith  discuss Galatians 5:1–15, focusing on the freedom we have in Christ and the danger of falling back into legalism. They talk about spiritual disciplines like Bible reading, prayer, and community, while reflecting on the heart behind those practices—whether they're done out of love for God or simply to "check boxes."

Season 4, Episode 12 | Chad and Matt Neeley discuss the importance of understanding our identity in Christ through the lens of Galatians 4. They explore how Paul uses the story of Hagar and Sarah as an allegory to contrast slavery under the law with freedom in Christ. Together, they reflect on what it means to live as children of promise—resting in the grace of God rather than trying to earn righteousness through works.

Season 4, Episode 11 | Pastor Chad and new friend Johnny Schroeder reflect on Galatians 4:8–20, where Paul urges believers not to return to their old ways but to live in the freedom of being known by God. Johnny shares how his relationship with Scripture has grown, highlighting the comfort of being fully known by the Lord.

Season 4, Episode 10 | Pastor Chad and guest Jeph Morris discuss Galatians 4:1–7, focusing on how believers are no longer slaves but adopted as God's children through Christ. Jeph shares how a recent life change deepened his faith and understanding of Scripture.Links to Jeph’s podcast:Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/welcometogamenighthq?igsh=aWxleDc2em1kYXd6&utm_source=qrSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7x0dUfEP8jfV50fqU0nUIx?si=TYbtrn1KTeKSxL9YoL_iVA

Season 4, Episode 9 | Pastor Chad and Mike Schutt explore the rest of Galatians 3, emphasizing that righteousness comes through faith in Christ, not adherence to the law. They also reflect on the value and limitations of structured Bible reading, the richness of the church calendar, and resources available through Worldview Academy.

Season 4, Episode 8 | Pastor Chad speaks with Bill Jack, co-founder of Worldview Academy, about the academy's mission to equip high school students with biblical truth and real-world evangelism experience. They discuss the transformative impact of hands-on outreach and the importance of understanding grace over legalism, drawing from Galatians 3:10–14.

Season 4, Episode 7 | Chad and Truett reflect on spiritual disciplines and study Galatians 3:1–9, emphasizing that salvation and spiritual growth come through faith, not works. They highlight how Paul challenges the Galatians' reliance on Jewish customs for righteousness and encourage listeners to examine their own motives in practicing faith.

Season 4, Episode 6 | Chad and Marshall reflect on Galatians 2:15–21, emphasizing that justification before God comes through faith in Christ, not by works. They unpack the meaning of being “crucified with Christ” and warn against using religious practices to elevate oneself or earn God's favor.

Season 4, Episode 5 | Pastor Chad and Tyler Smith reflect on a key moment in Galatians 2 where Paul challenges another early church leader, prompting a discussion on truth, unity, and the integrity of the gospel.