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Isn’t God already here? What are we talking about with wanting God’s presence? This episode pastor Cameron and Luke reflect on what what that means and theology behind that language. (00:00) - introduction (05:47) - The Nature of God's Presence (11:26) - Omnipresence vs. Tangible Presence (18:54) - God Meets Those Who Want Him (27:25) - The Transformative Power of God's Presence (31:11) - Worship vs. Worshipping Worship

02-17

32:29

God doesn’t have a face does he? What does it mean to seek him? This theological reflection leads deeper into what it means to follow after God.(00:26) - Introduction to the Podcast (02:05) - Church Merchandise and Ideas (02:59) - Seeking God's Face: An Introduction (05:19) - Understanding Metaphors in Scripture (12:08) - Seeking God's Face vs. Seeking His Hand (14:12) - The Depth of Prayer and Intimacy (17:44) - The Call for National Revival (21:50) - The Role of the Church in Culture (25:44) - The Weight of Familiarity with God (31:39) - Repentance and Loss of Wonder (34:30) - Closing Thoughts and Next Episode Preview

02-10

35:22

Pastor Cameron and Luke reflect on 2024. There were a lot of changes and ministry shifts over the year. They reflect on what they have learned, and how that impacts how they think about the future. (00:00) - Introduction (04:28) - Service Expansion Insights (06:12) - Capacity Conversations (12:18) - Live Streaming Decisions (16:59) - Food Truck Ministry Impact (25:53) - Addressing Community Needs (31:32) - Future of the Food Truck (35:49) - The Role of Space (45:35) - Architectural Reflections (51:43) - Reading Year in Review (01:04:38) - Season Break Announcement

02-03

01:06:01

What happens when things don't work out? What happens when the promises of God feel delayed? Join us this episode as we reflect on our own experiences in waiting for God and receiving unexpected gifts from God. (00:00) - Intro (03:40) - Personal Experiences of Waiting (13:44) - Letting Go of Control (24:29) - Happiness vs. Holiness (34:23) - Pulling a Hagar (39:00) - The Illusion of Happiness (44:55) - Reflections on Waiting

12-17

45:56

What do we do when God is seemingly have us wait? Christmas is really all about waiting. This episode Cameron and Luke reflect on the theology of Advent and what it looks like to wait for God even when it's difficult. (00:00) - Intro (01:55) - The Advent Season (07:01) - The Waiting Game (12:00) - The Proto-Evangelion (13:41) - Humanity's Longing (18:18) - The Story of Advent (26:59) - Practical Applications of Advent (28:45) - Personal Reflections on Waiting (41:37) - Waiting Well (48:17) - Lessons in the Waiting

12-09

52:16

Your marriage is the most important relationship you have, but how do you build it into a healthy relationship. Without intentionality we don't drift closer. This episode Pastor Cameron and Luke discuss rituals for connection and a deeper marriage. (00:00) - Welcome to the Uncut Podcast (01:02) - Rituals for Connection (02:38) - The Importance of Mentorship (05:42) - Creating a Couple Bubble (10:11) - Prioritizing the Marriage Relationship (12:45) - Weekly Rituals of Connection (18:07) - Intentional Romance (20:43) - Shared Experiences and Interests (31:54) - Conclusion and New Beginnings

12-02

33:11

Your marriage is one of your most important relationships. It's easy to slip into patterns that slowly tear down rather than build up. In this episode pastor Cameron and Luke discuss 4 patterns that cause serious trouble in your marriage. (00:00) - Welcome to the Uncut Podcast (11:05) - Patterns to Avoid in Marriage (11:47) - Pattern #1 (20:47) - Pattern #2 (22:43) - Pattern #3 (38:07) - Pattern #4 (48:03) - Patterns of Connection Ahead

11-25

48:56

The movies make it look easy and the Church doesn't talk about it. Sex is one of the most intimate and complicated pieces of a marriage relationship. Pastor Cameron and Luke dive into the topic of sex within marriage and try to offer advice and insight from a biblical and practical perspective. (00:07) - Naked Emotions (02:09) - Baggage and Its Impact (03:47) - The Role of Our Stories (07:51) - Emotional Components of Sex (08:39) - Gender Dynamics in Intimacy (11:45) - Understanding Emotional Needs (13:49) - Women's Sexual Experience (15:42) - Developing Healthy Sex Life (20:46) - Intimacy as a Thermometer (24:31) - Consistency in Emotional Intimacy (25:57) - Scheduling for Connection (31:41) - Breaking the Intimacy Cycle (34:03) - Mutual Understanding of Intimacy (38:07) - Intentionality in Relationships

11-18

40:47

In this episode of the Uncut Podcast, Pastor Cameron and Pastor Luke talk about the significance of sex within the context of the biblical covenant. Sex is more than just something we do with our bodies. It has a huge impact on the health of a marriage, but can be so hard to navigate. In this episode pastor Cameron and Luke discuss that often mentioned belief that sex belongs only inside of marriage. (00:15) - Introduction to the Covenant of Marriage (01:42) - The Importance of Sexual Relationship (02:48) - Cultural Distortions of Sex (07:16) - The Purpose of Sex in Marriage (14:10) - Reproduction, Intimacy, and Pleasure (17:41) - The Beginning of Marriage (20:38) - The Danger of Casual Sex (29:00) - The Metanarrative of Hope (29:48) - Understanding Sex Outside of Marriage (37:48) - The Spiritual Implications of Sexual Relationships (39:12) - Viewing Marriage and Sex Through God's Lens

11-11

40:07

The Nature of Covenant in Christian MarriageIn this episode, Pastor Cameron and Pastor Luke discuss the importance of understanding marriage as a covenant rather than a contract. They explore biblical examples of covenants, the impact of upbringing on relationships, and how covenantal marriage commitments shape behavior and expectations. The pastors address the challenges that arise when one spouse approaches marriage contractually while the other approaches it covenantally. They also explain the need for emotional health and positive patterns of connection in a marriage. The episode further touches on the difficulties couples face and the approach taken during a recent marriage conference.(00:17) - Understanding Marriage Foundations (01:12) - Podcast Changes and Future Plans (04:16) - Recap of the Marriage Conference (06:19) - Energy and Questions from the Conference (08:02) - Key Topics for Discussion (10:38) - Rationale Behind the Conference (14:46) - The Impact of Upbringing on Marriage (22:39) - The Nature of Covenant (28:20) - The Significance of the Rainbow (35:04) - Covenant vs. Contract (43:23) - Navigating Different Standards in Marriage (45:13) - The Nature of Biblical Covenant (49:20) - Advice for Struggling Couples

11-04

53:36

In this episode of the Uncut Podcast, Pastor Luke and Cameron discuss their sermon series on faith and politics, highlighting the challenges of polarization and the need for nuanced dialogue. They emphasize the importance of consistency in ethical beliefs and the influence of biblical teachings on political engagement. The hosts preview upcoming sermons on the kingdom of heaven and Christian participation in politics, encouraging listener engagement and support for the podcast.(00:05) - Introduction (01:30) - Sermon Series Planning (04:37) - Encouraging Engagement with Politics (11:58) - Complexity of Political Beliefs (20:22) - Pro-Life Stance (22:58) - Consistent Ethic of Life (31:38) - Justifiable Defense (37:30) - Reflection on Series (41:10) - Preaching Preferences (43:28) - Importance of Jesus' Kingdom (47:05) - Engaging in Political Landscape

07-16

49:00

Join Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron in this episode of the Uncut Podcast as we discuss the financial dynamics of churches. We explore the perception of churches as businesses, dissecting budget allocations for personnel, facilities, missions, and programs. Emphasizing the importance of transparency and understanding cultural influences on financial choices, we invite listeners to engage in the conversation on church finances.Social Post From Brady Shearerhttps://www.instagram.com/reel/C8rdu8xOAMk/?igsh=MWY0cnhtNTAzN21qZw==Check out more from Brady Shearerhttps://www.youtube.com/@prochurchtoolsshowRead the study on church financeshttps://lakeinstitute.org/research/lake-institute-projects/nscep/(00:04) - Introduction (01:45) - Mainstream News and Criticism of Churches (02:59) - John Oliver's Exposé on Churches (03:07) - Brady Shear's Video on Church Spending (18:42) - The Church's Financial Health (29:05) - The Church's Giving and Tithing (30:19) - Church's Use of Funds and Giving (32:06) - Pastors' Compensation and Responsibilities (33:21) - Perspectives on Church Finances (39:56) - Church and Guilt in Giving (41:06) - Pastors' Compensation Models (43:36) - Extensive Conversation on Church Finances (43:42) - Budgeting and Financial Transparency

07-08

46:50

Join pastors Luke and Cameron on the Uncut Podcast as they discuss managing ministry challenges like preaching multiple services on Sundays, self-care, and sermon preparation. They emphasize the importance of balancing personal well-being with pastoral duties and the dedication needed to deliver impactful messages faithfully.(00:05) - Welcome to the Uncut Podcast (01:39) - Ministry Load and Personal Balance (06:47) - Feeling Tired and Managing Energy (09:39) - Balancing Conversations After Services (12:21) - The Debate on Church Green Rooms (19:57) - Sermon Series: Asking for a Friend (22:39) - Preaching on Angels, Demons, and Satan (24:45) - Choosing Sermon Topics: Politics Ahead (28:28) - Expositional Preaching vs. Topical Preaching (30:29) - Ministry Topics and Approaches (30:58) - Teaching on Contemporary Sexual Issues (31:41) - Researching Topical vs. Expositional Sermons (39:28) - Seeking Biblical Guidance on Topics (40:55) - Balancing Topical and Expositional Preaching (43:46) - Filtering Research for Sermon Preparation (49:49) - Learning from Other Preachers on the Same Text (52:37) - Commitment to Intensive Study for Sermon Preparation (56:43) - Seeking Confirmation and Diverse Perspectives

07-01

01:01:17

In this episode of the Uncut podcast, Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron discuss marriage, drawing from personal experiences. They emphasize the importance of open communication, addressing issues like finances, roles, and unspoken expectations that can lead to resentment. The conversation critiques oversimplified views on marriage, cultural stereotypes, and misconceptions within Christian circles. The hosts share anecdotes of challenges and growth in their marriages, concluding with an invitation for listener questions and a future sermon series on marriage.(00:05) - Introduction to Marriage Discussion (00:55) - Marriage Conference Announcement (02:47) - Importance of Perspective in Marriage (02:58) - Reflecting on Years of Marriage (03:07) - Newness vs. Experience in Relationships (04:33) - Common Issues in Marriage Counseling (07:17) - Understanding Lifestyle Values in Finances (09:37) - Lifestyle Choices and Financial Decisions (10:31) - Impact of Unspoken Expectations (13:49) - Unspoken Expectations and Resentment (16:28) - The Importance of Healthy Communication (22:34) - Articulating Expectations in Marriage (24:21) - Importance of Healthy Communication Styles (29:57) - Unspoken Expectations and Household Chores (33:28) - Navigating Financial Struggles in Marriage (38:58) - Challenging Christian Stereotypes in Marriage (43:58) - Misunderstandings of Submission in Marriage (46:20) - Rethinking Stereotypical Relationship Dynamics (46:42) - Misconceptions Surrounding Marriage (48:22) - Evolving Views on Love Languages (49:05) - Marriage Conference and Sermon Series Announcements

06-04

51:11

Join Pastor Luke and Pastor Cameron in the Uncut Podcast as they sip on drinks and engage in unfiltered discussions about faith, life, and ministry. Their conversation revolves around tying Wednesday night classes to Sunday sermons on Ephesians, navigating the challenge of covering profound topics in limited sermon time. Delving into Ephesians chapter four, they explore the roles of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers, debating their universal application and cautioning against self-proclaimed titles. The debate expands to elders, overseers, shepherds, and deacons in the church, emphasizing the importance of understanding these roles despite the lack of explicit modern directives. Drawing parallels between elder and deacon qualifications with a focus on teaching ability, they reference Acts chapter six for biblical insights. Stay tuned for their upcoming episode as they delve deeper into implementing these roles within church structures.(00:04) - Introduction (00:20) - Drink Sponsors and Bible Study Classes (02:58) - Understanding Church Offices (04:37) - Exploring Ephesians Chapter 4 (09:25) - Universal Application of Church Offices (12:11) - Hermeneutical Questions on Apostle, Prophet, and Evangelist (15:53) - Defining Roles: Apostle, Prophet, Evangelist (17:07) - Addressing False Apostles (19:30) - Poiment and Church Office Terminology (21:51) - Function vs. Title: Apostleship (25:31) - Function of a Prophet (27:14) - Era of Church Offices (32:19) - Role of Prophets in Scripture (37:13) - Discussion on Pastors and Teachers (39:55) - Different Terms for Church Leaders (43:04) - Usage of Titles: Pastor, Reverend, Minister (44:30) - Importance of Elder Role (48:17) - Structure Passed on by Paul's Protégés (49:23) - Contextualization in Theology (50:02) - Summary: Church Offices - Elders and Deacons