Hosted by Pastors Mike Johnson and Thomas Slawson. Our aim is to encourage the saints of Faith Baptist Fellowship, Sioux Falls, South Dakota to believe sound doctrine and live lives that adorn the gospel of Jesus Christ. Learn more at FaithSF.com/soundinfaith.
In this week's episode we talk about the ordinances, baptism and the Lord's Supper and how they are visual depictions of the word in our gathered worship. We then dive first into baptism, what it signifies, who should receive it and why mode of baptism is important. What do we mean by “See the Word”? What are the ordinances and why do Baptists prefer the term “ordinances” to “sacraments”? Briefly cover different views. What is believer’s baptism? Who should be baptized? Why do we make such a big deal about the mode of baptism (by immersion)? Why does Faith require baptism by immersion for membership? What if I was baptized as a baby or sprinkled as an adult, should I get baptized? Should I be baptized if I’ve already been a Christian for a long time but have not been baptized? How can I get baptized at Faith? Listener Questions: Can you further explain what Jesus did during the time between his death and resurrection? (I Peter 3:19) Did he give those "spirits in prison" which had already rejected God an opportunity for salvation? - Raquel Frequently in Leviticus it has the phrase “cut off from his people”. What did that mean, and was it ever practiced? - Mary Why do you believe the Bible over say the Koran, Torah, or another religion’s holy book? - Max
On this week's episode we talk about the differences between cessationism and continuationism and why it's important. We also look at how brothers and sisters in Christ can disagree charitably on this issue. What do cessationists believe? What do continuationists believe? What passages would lead one to believe in continuationism? cessationism? What does Faith Baptist believe? What do you believe and why? Where does this fall on the theological triage? Is this a gospel issue? Also, explain theological triage? What if I disagree with my brother over this? Books to read to learn more? Listener Questions: Can someone live a "good life" and still be saved? Like those who say that they have good morals but don't follow Jesus. - Anna I’ve heard that the SBC has taken progressive viewpoints on marriage and pastorship. Is this true? - Joel
SUMMARY: Change can be difficult for most people, but as human beings it's inevitable. Some changes are unhealthy, but some are necessary, needed and our fruitful. In this episode we discuss how to evaluate and approach change in the life of the church and what the Bible has to say about change. REFERENCES: Idolatry on Sunday Mornings - Part 1 (Sound Plus Doctrine Podcast) Idolatry on Sunday Mornings - Part 2 (Sound Plus Doctrine Podcast) @SovereignGraceMusic EPISODE NOTES: Why a podcast on church change? Why do churches change? We do Christian’s struggle with change? When is change healthy, and when is it not? What is a healthy way to view the changes, and maybe some cautions? Describe the dangers of “Church Nostalgia.” What does the Bible say about change? How does the immutability of God help us while we walk through change? Also, define ‘immutability.’ Describe the FBF elder/pastor approach when it comes to these changing times? LISTENER QUESTIONS: If you come across a situation that you have the ability to change, how do you know God wants you to do that? How do you know that it is within his will? - Kevin Can you lose your salvation? - Anna
Our aim is to encourage the saints of Faith Baptist Fellowship to believe sound doctrine and to live lives that adorn the gospel of Jesus Christ. Define terms: “Missions” and “Missionary” Aren’t we as Christians, in a sense, all “missionaries”? Why are cross-cultural, global missions important? What is the aim of missions? (Piper Quote from LTNBG) Share personal background of missions: Mike & Thomas What’s a healthy, biblical philosophy of missions? What are some of the challenges missionaries face? How can the church effectively send and support missionaries? What if I think I’m called to missions? Listener Question: Why are so many people interested in celebrating the total solar eclipse that’s coming up on April 8th. Is there some connection with people loving the darkness in contrast to “Jesus the Light”? – Anonymous
Introduction: Our aim is to encourage the saints of Faith Baptist Fellowship to believe sound doctrine and to live lives that adorn the gospel of Jesus Christ. Questions Why do think about how to go to church – isn’t it common sense? What is so special to a Christian about the gathering of the local church on the Lord’s Day? Right and wrong ways to view the gathering? Right and wrong ways to approach the singing time? Right and wrong ways to listen to a sermon? How can I most beneficially approach fellowship at church? Should I expect to receive at church or to give/serve? Anything I can do on Saturday night to prepare for the gathered worship? Listener Questions: How are we deal with friends and family in the LGBT community, especially if they're wanting to know the Lord? How would they be welcomed at Faith? - Anonymous Closing Comments: Subscribe on Youtube FaithSF.com/soundinfaith FaithSF.com/store Follow us in Instagram @SoundinFaithPodcast