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Just in case you are thinking of getting some books for Christmas (and who wouldn’t be?), we’re bringing you our fourth instalment of Cloak, Books, and Parchments (2Tim 4:13). There is no book like the Bible but we all learn from the ministry of others, including ministry that comes to us in written form. Mike & Matthew share brief reviews of eight books for your reading pleasure.
– Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age by Samuel James (Crossway)
– Of No Reputation: Living an Ordinary Life by Stephen Grant (John Ritchie)
– When People Are Big and God Is Small: Overcoming Peer Pressure, Codependency, and the Fear of Man, 2nd ed, by Edward Welch (P&R Publishing)
– Enjoy Your Prayer Life by Michael Reeves (10 Publishing)
– The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory by Abigail Favale (Ignatius);

– Maisie Dobbs by Jacqueline Winspear (Soho Press); (NOTE: best for older, mature readers, due to some language and mature themes)
– Conscience: What it Is, How to Train It, and Loving Those Who Differ by Andrew Naselli & J.D. Crowley (Crossway)
– That Little Voice in Your Head: Learning about your Conscience by Andy Naselli (CF4Kids)
– In Search of the Source: A First Encounter with God’s Word by Neil Anderson with Hyatt Moore (Wycliffe)
– Why I Am a Christian by John Stott (IVP Books)

Scriptures Referenced: 2Tim 4:13

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Nov 5 2023

PP137 Mental Health & The Struggle With Depression, Part 2

Depression, Mental Health

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In part two of our discussion with Bible teacher and clinical counsellor, Stephen Vance, on the subject of the Christian’s emotional health and the struggle with depression, we consider some aspects of preventative medicine and how to reframe our thinking towards joy.

Scriptures Referenced: Lam 3:21; Prov 17:22; Php 4:8

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Oct 29 2023

PP136 Mental Health & The Struggle With Depression, Part 1

Depression, Mental Health

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We are “frail children of dust” – and sometimes that physical frailty is manifested in our mental health. Depression is a real struggle for many Christians. Guest contributor Stephen Vance joins us for a wide-ranging, two-part discussion, from a Biblical as well as a professional clinical perspective, on the importance of our emotional health and how grief, stress, and anxiety can contribute to depression.

Scriptures Referenced: 1Kin 19; Mk 12:30-31; 1Thess 5:23

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Oct 22 2023

PP135 Providence and the Christian

Christian Living, Providence

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As Christians, God’s providence is at work in our lives to save us and preserve us. Far from scaring us, divine providence is meant to comfort us. Join us as we work through Romans 8:28-39 and learn how God’s providence gives us a strong sense of security in the unbreakable love of God in Christ. Along the way, you’ll also learn how to receive compliments, wait on God, and begin imitating his love for his Church.

Scriptures Referenced:
Rom 8:28-39; Rev 12:1; 1Joh 3:20; Rom 4:25; Heb 7:2; 1Pet 4:19

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Oct 15 2023

PP134 What is Providence?

Christian Living

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In this episode, Thomas Seale gives us an excellent introduction to the doctrine of divine providence. Providence is God’s purposeful sovereignty over everything including nature, the spirit world, nations, life and death, and even the human will. It’s a doctrine that doesn’t just change our perspective; it changes our lives.

Scriptures Referenced: Ps 50:12; Dan 4:34-35; Eph 1:4-10; Prov 16:33; Col 1:17; Job 38-41; Amos 4:7-13; Mark 5:6-7; Deu 32:39; 1Sam 2:6; Job 14:5; Acts 17:26; Dan 4:17; Prov 21:1; 2Sam 7:14; Ps 33:10-11; Judg 14:3-4; Isa 10:6-7; Ps 27:1; Isa 8:12-13; Ps 33:18

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Oct 8 2023

PP133 Why Study Bible Prophecy

Bible Study

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Bible prophecy can be an intimidating subject at times, but it does make up a significant chunk of the Scriptures, so it must be a worthwhile study. Without delving into the details of prophetic interpretation, guest host Nathan Pratt provides us with six good reasons that we should study Bible prophecy. At the very end, Matthew & Nathan discuss a few book ideas for people interested in literature to help them understand Bible prophecy.

Scriptures Referenced: Rom 13:11-14; 2Cor 4:13-18; 1Thess 4:18; 2Tim 3:16-17; 1John 3:3; Rev 3:1-3

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Sep 24 2023

PP132 GNFY#4 How to Get a Solid Identity that Isn’t Crushing

Good News For You

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We’re all looking to get a sense of self and a sense of worth. In our culture, the typical way to do this is by looking inside of ourselves. But this is a road riddled with potholes. It can be confusing, overwhelming, and downright crushing. The gospel offers a different way of knowing who we are and what we’re worth. Join us to hear how you can have a rock solid identity that isn’t crushing!

Scriptures Referenced: Gen 1; Gal 2:20

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Sep 17 2023

PP131 Dating with Discernment

Christian Living, Dating

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How should a Christian approach dating? Obviously differently from what is common in the culture – the emotions of our brothers and sisters in Christ are too valuable to toy with. But what are you trying to gain from the dating process? What should you be trying to discern from your initial times spent with a prospective life partner? Distilling insight from Sam Andreades’ book, Dating with Discernment, Justin Pratt joins Matthew for a helpful discussion around assessing compatability for marriage.

Scriptures Referenced: Gen 2:18-25; Rom 12:2

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Sep 10 2023

PP130 This School Year, Love God with All Your Mind

Christian Living, Mind

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It’s back-to-school time here in Canada, and in this episode we want to encourage students everywhere to love God with their minds. Jesus Christ commandeers even our intellectual life for lofty service to him. Tune in to hear four practical ways you can love God with your mind this school year.

Scriptures Referenced: Mark 12:29-30; Deu 6:4; Luk 16:13-14; Job 22:12; Col 3:17

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Sep 3 2023

PP129 God’s Will in Hard Places

Christian Living, Summer Challenge

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“There are no safe paths in this part of the world,” said Gandalf to Bilbo… and he was right. Life is often hard. So how is God’s will operating in my life when I am in a hard place, a place of affliction and distress like David? And what if that hard place I find myself in is partly my own making? Find out in this final instalment of Mike & Matthew taking us through Psalm 25.

Scriptures Referenced:
Psa 25; Rom 8:28-29; Col 1:9-28; 1Pet 3:17

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