SPECIAL (003) - The Lord of Life (Luke 7:11-17) - Rev. Adam Wells - Middletown, PA

SPECIAL (003) - The Lord of Life (Luke 7:11-17) - Rev. Adam Wells - Middletown, PA

Author: Jonathan Shirk May 3, 2022 Duration: 33:26

In this episode, Rev. Adam Wells tackles Luke 7:11-17. This message comes out of Middletown, PA. Another faithful pastor doing faithful ministry in a small town of America.

Check out Rev. Adam and Calvary Orthodox Presbyterian Church at www.calvaryopc.com.

Here's the link to Tattered Flag Brewery & Still Works on S. Union Street if you're ever in the area.

Resources for the history of Middletown: https://middletownborough.com/about/; https://middletownpubliclib.org/story-of-middletown/; https://middletownpubliclib.org/middletowns-liberty-band-and-band-hall/


You'll find Small Town Theologian emerging from an unlikely studio: Rev. Jonathan Shirk's walk-in closet. There's a grounded, unvarnished quality to these conversations that feels like a direct reflection of that humble setting. Each episode is deliberately crafted to fit within a ten-minute window, offering a focused moment of clarity amid a busy day. The approach is consistently biblical and rooted in a confessional Reformed perspective, but the aim is deeply practical. Jonathan draws on these theological foundations to address the real and often messy challenges that families and individuals face, seeking to translate ancient truths into present comfort and guidance. This isn't about abstract lectures; it's about applying enduring gospel truths to the complexities of modern life. The result is a podcast that feels both thoughtful and accessible, a brief respite that offers substance without demanding a huge investment of time. You can expect each compact session to deliver a clear, comforting thought to carry with you, making profound concepts feel approachable and immediately relevant. It's a quiet space for reflection built from the ground up in a small town.
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