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Author: Andy Albright and James Hardy

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Join Pastor Andy, Pastor James, and others as we dive deeper into the passages and topics from Sunday sermons, chat about life at Twin Falls Church of the Nazarene, and share stories that encourage and uplift.
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In this bonus episode of the TFNaz Podcast, Andy and James walk through the process by which Pastor Andy was elected as the next District Superintendent for the Wisconsin District in the Church of the Nazarene. They also chat a little bit about what a District Superintendent does and they briefly outline the process that Twin Falls Church of the Nazarene will go through in selecting the next Lead Pastor.This is also the final episode in which Andy will be a cohost for the TFNaz Podcast. I (James) am so thankful that we had the opportunity to do this podcast over the last year. It's been a great joy to have these fun and formative conversations with my friend, Andy. I am tentatively planning for the podcast to continue into the future - though the form the podcast will take and the frequency of the episodes are to be determined. That said, my hope is to start recording and producing Season 2 of the TFNaz Podcast in September 2023. 
In this bonus episode, Andy and James sit down with Eric Ness & Cade Sanford to discuss their recent mission trip to Guatemala. Eric & Cade recap their experience, recall some highlights - including some wonderful moments of God's Spirit at work in their lives - and they share why they believe mission trips are beneficial for anyone to take part in. 
In the final episode before the summer break, the TFNaz Podcast welcomes Rachel Berry, our church's new Children's Director, onto the show! Rachel shares a bit about herself, plus Andy, James, and Rachel share boring parts of their lives. Then, the three of them discuss the significance of Pentecost. Finally, they share some things that are happening this summer so that listeners can be informed about what's going on and can know ways in which they can pray for the church and its leaders.In this episode, the crew refers to Acts 2.Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
On the 28th episode of the TFNaz Podcast, Andy and James start with a set of bizarre stories. Literally.  Then, they segue into a bizarre story about Jesus - His ascension into Heaven. They discuss together what happens in this story and why Jesus ascends along with what that has to do with us.In this episode, Andy and James refer to and quote from Acts 1:1-14.Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
The TFNaz Podcast is back with another two-part episode. In this episode, Andy and James are joined by Kristian "Kippy" Duggan. The three of them reflect on 1 Peter 3:8-18 and what it means to repay evil with blessing. Then, the attention turns to Kippy who shares a bit about what he's doing this summer as an Ministry Intern at TFNaz and as a member of the NNU travel group, the Collective.In this episode, Andy and James refer to and quote parts of 1 Peter 3:8-18 and Romans 12:19.Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
In this episode, Andy and James start the episode by describing their dream homes. That segment segues into a discussion rooted in 1 Peter 2:2-10, our passage from the previous Sunday. In this discussion, Andy and James talk about what it means for the Church to be a "spiritual house". They also explore what it means for followers of Jesus to be a "holy and royal priesthood". In this episode, Andy and James refer to and quote parts of 1 Peter 2:2-10.Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
Episode 25 is a double episode of the TFNaz podcast! After the opening segment where Andy and James seek to recall the lyrics to Christian worship songs, the episode begins with some thoughts on what it means to suffer for Jesus in light of 1 Peter 2:18-25. After that, Andy and James talk a bit about the process of hiring pastoral staff at TFNaz in light of our interview with a candidate for the Children's Ministry Director over the previous weekend. 
In episode 24 of the TFNaz Podcast, Andy and James take a trip down the context of the Emmaus road story in Luke 24:13-35. They chat about what the two travelers would have imagined as the "redemption of Israel," Jesus' response to their hopes, and what this story tells us about our resurrected bodies after we die. Plus, they kick things off with some random trivia!In this episode, Andy and James refer to and read from parts of Luke 24:13-35.Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
In the 23rd episode of the TFNaz Podcast, Andy and James reflect on the story of Thomas in John 20:24-31. Those reflections invite a conversation about doubts - are they wrong? Can they be helpful? What do they say about what we are really looking for?Andy and James discuss what's happening in the passage and then reflect on their own questions and the ways that God has responded to them. In this episode, Andy and James both refer to John 20:24-31 and James reads verse 29. James also refers specifically to Luke 4:12. Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
In this episode of the TFNaz Podcast, Andy and James kick things off with a segment called, "Why is this a mascot?!?" Then, they chat about what we mean when we use the word "resurrection" and why the resurrection of Jesus matters so much. They wrap up the episode by talking about moments of resurrection that they've experienced in their own lives. 
In this episode of the TFNaz podcast, Andy and James share stories of times in their lives when their expectations did not match the reality. Those stories segue into the main topic of conversation - how the people's expectations of Jesus in the Bible differed from the reality. Then, Andy and James chat about the expectations we have of Jesus today and the ways that those do and don't match who Jesus really is and what he is about.
In the 20th episode of the TFNaz Podcast, Andy and James dive deep into the Lazarus story from John 11 & 12. They discuss the threat of violence in the background of the story and how Jesus and the disciples moved forward with God's plan despite the threat and their fears. Andy and James then share about times that they have moved forward despite the threats or possible upheaval.In this episode, Andy and James both refer to John 11 & 12 multiple times. A few different verses from those chapters are specifically read or mentioned.Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
In this episode of the podcast, Andy and James welcome Nathan Jennings on to the show. Nathan attends TFNaz, leads a life group, and used to work at Mount Rushmore (which comes up in this episode). Nathan tells his story of faith and shares how God is using him to love his neighbors and the community in Twin Falls.
In the 18th episode of the TFNaz Podcast, Andy and James interview Micka Enriquez. Micka is the Campus Staff Minister for Intervarsity Christian Fellowship at the College of Southern Idaho. She is actively ministering to students on campus, leading Bible studies, and trying to connect CSI students to local churches. In this conversation, Micka shares about her life story, her calling and wrestlings about her call, and she talks about the work that she is doing on campus at CSI.If you would like to financially support Micka and her ministry at CSI, you can make a one time or recurring donation at this link: https://give.intervarsity.org/home?v=1&utm_campaign=home&g=44440,o,You can also go to give.intervarsity.org and then in the search box type "Micka Enriquez".
In this episode, Andy and James are joined by special guest, Gene Kissinger! Gene is a member of TFNaz and is an active volunteer who leads two life groups, teaches in kids ministry, and fills into other roles from time to time too! Gene spent many years as a pastor and continues to be passionate about preaching, teaching, and serving the Church! In the episode, Gene shares his testimony, otherwise known as his story of faith and life with Jesus. In this episode, Gene references a couple passages of scripture and recites them from the King James Version of the Bible.
Episode 16 of the TFNaz Podcast kicks off with a discussion of the practice of fasting and its impact on Andy and James' lives. Then, Andy and James discuss "mountaintop experiences" and a host of other things rooted in this week's sermon from 2 Peter 1:16-21. In this episode, Andy refers to 2 Peter 1:12-13 and James refers to 2 Peter 1:18.Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
In episode 15 of the TFNaz Podcast, Andy and James share some of the Bible passages that are the most impactful to them. Then, they explore themes from Sunday's sermon which include conversations around maturing as Christians, our role as coworkers with God, and some thoughts on revival in light of the revival happening at Asbury University.In this episode, James refers to 1 Corinthians 3:1-9.Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
In this episode, Andy and James kick things off with a draft of Hebrew Bible characters who they think would be great basketball players. Then, they dive into a discussion based on Sunday's sermon from 1 Corinthians 2:1-12. They give some more historical context to the phrase "secret knowledge" and then explore what it means that the mysteries of the Gospel have been revealed in Christ.In this episode, James reads from 1 Corinthians 2:12.Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
In this week's episode of the podcast, Andy and James go to exotic places - or, more accurately, discuss which exotic animal that they would try to eat if given the opportunity. Then, they discuss what they mean by "the Upside-Down Kingdom" and chat about viewpoints that tend to be contrary to the Gospel of Jesus.In this episode, James references from and reads a portion of 1 Corinthians 1:18-31.Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.
In TFNaz Podcast Episode 12, Andy and James kick things off with The Great Unpopular Sport Debate. Which sport do you think should be more popular in the United States?Then, Andy and James dive into a discussion about what divides the church, what we should be united by, and how we can unite despite differences and disagreements. In this episode, James reads from 1 Corinthians 1:10-17. Scripture quotations taken from The Holy Bible, New International Version, NIVCopyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc.Used by permission. All rights reserved worldwide.The Apostle's Creed: http://www.sbfnaz.org/apostles-creed/The Nicene Creed: https://www.ccel.org/creeds/nicene.creed.html
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