Burden and Blessing Podcast

Bible Study - Philippians

In this Bible Study episode, Pastors Nathanael Mayhew and Neal Radichel go through a study of Paul's letter to the Philippians.  They will discuss the background of the letter, as well as the doctrinal content.  When he wrote this letter he was in jail in Rome and awaiting trial, yet it is known as his letter of joy.  In this letter of joy, Paul presents some important truths regarding the person and work of Christ and much more.  He presents the humiliation and exhaltation of Christ as well as the two natures of Christ (Chapter 2); the resurrection of Jesus and the heavenly citizenship Christ has won for sinners (Chapter 3); the role of every Christian in the work of Christ's kingdom.  They look at the role of Epaphroditus and Timothy and their service to the Lord alongside Paul and others.  Listen for yourself and consider the value of this short book and the encouragement to rejoice in the Lord in any and every circumstance!

Word of the Week: THANKSGIVING

In our Word of the Week in preparation for Thanksgiving, Pastor Nathanael Mayhew discusses giving thanks from the Bible.  God certainly deserves our thanks as our Creator, Redeemer and Sanctifier.  All people, both believers and unbelievers are encouraged to give thanks, for we all have been given rich blessings from God.  We are encouraged to give thanks not only for ourselves, but also for others in fact for all people.  Jesus gives us an example of praying for our daily food as he prayed and gave thanks for the bread and fish which He distributed to the multitude.  What an important reminder for us, that we too should take time out to give thanks to God as we sit down for a meal, remembering that this too comes from Him.  It is also good to give thanks to God in worship as we rejoice in His greater gifts of eternal life and salvation through Jesus Christ.  "Let us come before His presence with thanksgiving; Let us shout joyfully to Him with psalms" (Psalm 95:2).   Indeed we have much for which to be thankful to our God.  His blessings of body and soul are richly abundant!

CPR - I believe what I can see (Skeptic Series)

In this episode of Conservative Pastor Response Pastors Mark Tiefel and Neal Radichel discuss the assertion of skeptics who deny what they can't see.  They role play a discussion between a Christian and a skeptic regarding God and scientific evidence.  They will discuss worldviews, and a variety of different topics like creation and evolution, the existence of God, and more.  We hope that this conversation will be helpful to you in to know the assertions that are made by skeptics and that it will prepare you to have a profitiable discussion with those around you. 

Bible Study - The Book of Jonah

In this Bible Study episode, Pastors Nathanael Mayhew and Neal Radichel take us into the Book of Jonah.  Jonah is unique in many ways to the other prophets in the Old Testament.  The LORD gave Jonah two clear commissions, or commands, in which Jonah shows disobedience to God and prejudice against those to which God sent him.  Begin to explore the depths of this short book and understand more about the LORD's divine discipline and correction, His divine power and protection, and His divine purpose and mercy.  Hear how Jesus demonstrates how the "sign of Jonah" would be evidence of His absolute power over the bellies of Sheol.   Jonah's message is clear.  But its a message he himself also needed to be reminded that, "Those who cling to worthless idols forfeit the grace that could be theirs" (Jonah 2:8).  Listen for yourself and decide whether Jonah was a Misfit or Missionary, and how the Word of God reveals how you may be like Jonah in more ways than you think!

Word of the Week: CONSCIENCE

In
our Word of the Week for this Election Day, Pastor Nathanael Mayhew discusses the word conscience.  The conscience that part of the human being that God has created and given to help us distinguish from what is morally good or bad (Romans 2:14-15).   A true or good conscience is not subjective and different for everyone, but given by God to reinforce what God has revealed about right and wrong in His holy law (10 Commandments).  The Bible speaks of a “good conscience” and an “evil conscience” and even refers to a “weak conscience.” A good conscience functions in perfect harmony with God’s will from faith (1 Timothy 1:5). While God has given human beings a conscience to be a constant reminder of what we should or should not do, the conscience can be weakened or corrupted (1 Timothy 4:1-4; 1 Corinthians 8:7-12). If a conscience is good, it will be in accord with God’s Word and the same for everyone.  But often our consciences are weakened or corrupted by sin.  The real source of right and wrong is not our feelings, but God’s objective truth found in His Word.   As you vote today, do so following God’s objective truth, with confidence in Him. Listen, learn and grow in your understanding of God's Word and how it applies to our daily lives!

CPR - The Christian and Voting

In this episode of Conservative Pastor Response Pastors Mark Tiefel and Nathanael Mayhew offer some Biblical thoughts and insights into the role of the Christian as citizens and what to consider as we prepare to vote this coming week.  They will talk about why voting is important, and what a Christian should consider when voting.  What political issues should the Christian consider as they think about casing a vote for a particular candidate?  Can a Christian, in good conscience  support or vote for a candidate who is immoral?  They will consider the example of Daniel and Joseph in the Bible and how they remained faithful to God's Word, but also served in a heathen government.  Finally they will look at the Christian's response if the candidate that they vote for is not elected.  Where does our hope finally need to rest?  We hope this will serve as an encouragement to you to get informed, and exercise your right to vote next Tuesday, but also to trust in the LORD regardless of the outcome!

Word of the Week: JUSTIFICATION

In
our Word of the Week for this Reformation Day, Pastor Mark Tiefel
defines the Biblical word Justification.  He discussed justification in
its objective and subjective sense.  Christ's death is an objective
truth through which all sinners have been declared not guilty before God
(Romans 3:23-24, 28; Romans 4:25; Romans 5:18-19) but the benefits of
this declaration is received by faith in Christ Jesus (Galatians 2:16) 
We are all sinful. But through God's work for sinners in Christ and
through faith, we have been justified (1 Corinthians 6:9-11; Romans
1:16-17).  Thanks be to God!  Listen, learn, study and proclaim God's
Word of Truth as faithful heirs of the Reformation!

CPR - The Priesthood of All Believers

In this special Reformation episode of Conservative Pastor Response Pastors Neal Radichel and Mark
Tiefel discuss the important Reformation topic of the Priesthood of all Believers.  There is a difference between the priesthood of the Old Testament in the nation of Israel and the priesthood of the New Testament.  This is because of the work of Christ in His perfect life and sacrificial death.  They discuss the terms "priest" and "pastor" as they are used in churches today as well as the difference between the role of the pastor and the individual believer.  Every individual Christian can and should serve as God's witness to the world.  They also point out how important this Biblical truth was in the foundation and development of the early Reformation.  We pray
that this discussion is beneficial for you and in your understanding of God's purpose for His church.

Word of the Week: PROPITIATION

In our Word of the Week, Pastor Nathanael Mayhew, digs into the Bible
to
define the important Biblical word Propitiation.  This word describe the payment that Christ made through His blood at the the cross to pay the debt of our sin completely.  Through Christ our debt is PAID IN FULL.  There is nothing more that can or needs to be done for our salvation.  Christ's sacrifice for sin is for every sinner.  It is full and it is free.  Listen and grow in your knowledge of the great things God has done for us in Christ.

Bible Study - Genesis

In this Bible Study episode, Pastors Nathanael Mayhew
and Mark Tiefel take us into the very first book of the Bible, the Old Testament book of Genesis.  This book is foundational for the rest of the Old and New Testaments and gives an answer for many of the big questions of life.  How did life begin?  Why is there sin in the world?  Why are there so many languages?  and many more.  They
talk about the reliability of this important book and the main
purpose, which is to show that God worked through and in History to fulfill His plan of salvation for the human race in the person of Jesus Christ.  We pray that this study is insightful and rewarding for you, and we encourage you to pick up your Bible and study it again for yourself.The Holy Spirit will bless your study!