STT 143 - The Joy of Being Reformed (10): Experiencing & Enjoying Everything Around You to the Glory & Enjoyment of Jesus Christ

STT 143 - The Joy of Being Reformed (10): Experiencing & Enjoying Everything Around You to the Glory & Enjoyment of Jesus Christ

Author: Jonathan Shirk July 10, 2024 Duration: 9:46

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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.
Author: Language: en-us Episodes: 100

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STT 094 - I Belong (1): Belonging to Christ Is Paramount [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:57
PLEASE LEAVE A SINCERE 5-STAR RATING IF YOU CAN. It is not uncommon that professing Christians live estranged from local churches. They confess Christ and love for him, yet they do not submit themselves to a local church…
STT 091 - Do You Know How to Use God’s Name (HC LD 36, QA 99-100)? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:29
I've encountered Christians who don't seem to realize they are blaspheming God. They use God's majestic name in casual and trivial ways, and they don't seem to know the seriousness of this sin. I've done it before, and G…
STT 090 - What about Images of Jesus (HC LD 35, QA 96-98)? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:59
Considering many things like the popularity of The Chosen, Christmas traditions, children's Sunday School curricula, and religious jewelry, it is obvious that many Christians believe it's good to depict Jesus. But has th…