Water Cooler Christian

Is technology trying to kill us? Kurt, Brady, and Michael Scott seem to think so. Join us as we look at the psychology of social media through the lens of social prayer, and discover a new perspective on the importance of praying with others. So bow your heads and put on your headphones as we wrap up the final episode of our series on prayer! References: Galatians 6:2 1 Peter 4:7-11 Acts 12:1-17 Matthew 18:18-20 Psalm 42

Is there something you'd really like God to come through on? Have you prayed but can't seem to get the answer you want? In our second episode on prayer, Kurt and Brady seek to uncover what types of prayer God responds to, and what can we do to incline God to hear us when we pray. References: Mark 2:1-12 1 John 5:13-15 Joshua 6:1-7, 15-16. 7:1-13 James 1:5-8 Matthew 26:36-46

Have you ever wished your prayer life was better? This week Brady and Kurt sit down to discuss how toddlers often have a better grasp on prayer than most adults, and how getting to know our Dad in Heaven will change our approach to prayer here on Earth. References: Romans 8:14-17 Mark 14:25-26 Matthew 6:5-15 Matthew 7:9-11

Just in time for Halloween! Mad scientists Kurt and Brady are scaring up a monster of an episode! Listen in as the duo stitches together the world of Physics with the truths of the Gospel creating something even Frankenstein would be proud of. References: 1 Corinthians 6:19 Philippians 4:4-9 Philippians 2:1-3 Hebrews 6:1-3 Matthew 4:18-25 Matthew 28:16-20 Matthew 10:17-23 Hebrews 12:1-3

The recipe is simple: A cup of Salvation and a healthy dose of church, but what happens when we add water to the mix? Is Baptism really necessary or is it just a nice religious construct to make us feel good? Do you need Baptism to be saved? Can anyone baptize people or do you need a professional? The answers to these questions might not be as simple as you think. References: John 3:5-8 Matthew 3:13-17 1 Peter 3:18-22 Luke 12:49-53 Romans 6:1-7

Kurt and Brady hit double digits with an episode on the topic of Grace. You hear the word it all the time in church world, but what is it really? Find out how grace should be something lived out daily by those who claim to follow Christ. References: John 1:10-18 Matthew 18:21-35 Jonah 1-4 Titus 2:11

Football season is back! Kurt and Brady are kicking it off by talking about worship. What is worship? How are we as Christians supposed to worship? Am I worshiping the wrong way? Tune in to find out how this one thing can make all the difference in your relationship with God. References: Exodus 20:1-8 Exodus 14:26-15:5 Matthew 6:5-13 Matthew 15:7-9 Psalm 135

Have you ever heard that God has a wonderful plan for your life? Kurt and Brady wade through the murky waters of the prosperity gospel, and look at how American culture has influenced how we view success as a Christian. Grab some honey-flavored locusts and let's explore what Jesus has in store for those who follow Him. References: Luke 1:5-17 Matthew 3:1-6 Matthew 14:6-12

Potholes are the worst. So what in the world would a pothole have to do with being holy? Join Kurt and Brady in exploring the depth of what being sanctified looks like in your day-to-day routine. Part two of a two part series. References: John 15:1-8 Galatians 5:16-25 John 17:13-19 Colossians 3:1-17

Smoke 'em if you got 'em and let's dive in. Brady and Kurt talk about sanctification, a weird Biblical word that is central to our faith. Find out how understanding this one word can completely change your entire Christian experience. Note: This is part one of a two part series. References: 2 Corinthians 3:18 Luke 10:38-42 2 Corinthians 4:6-12

Fear is one of those four letter words we don't like to talk about, but when the Bible says we are supposed to fear God what does that really mean? How can a loving God require that we fear Him? Kurt and Brady work through making sense of this seeming contradiction. References: Deuteronomy 5:23-33 Matthew 10:28-32 Isaiah 11:2-3 Matthew 25:31-46 1 John 4:16-18

Have you ever been to church? Do you have PTSD flashbacks thinking about church? Kurt and Brady are back to discuss why church is a thing and whether or not it should be your thing. References: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 2 Corinthians 5:14-15

Kurt and Brady explore the topic of sacrifice and what it means within Christianity. See how sacrifice is not just something "Old Testament," but a concept that needs to be processed by the Church in today's culture of self-satisfaction. References: Genesis 4:2-7 - Cain and Abel Genesis 15 - God's Covenant with Abram Genesis 22:1-14 - Abraham and Isaac's Sacrifice Matthew 9:10-13 - Jesus Eating with Sinners Mark 12:38-44 - The Widow's Offering

In our second episode we tackle the topic of sin and how Christians relate to it. Are we supposed to shout at unbelievers? Are we supposed to accept everything? Kurt and Brady dive in to a topic that everyone knows about but not many people talk about. References: Genesis 3 : 6-11 John 8 : 2-11

Kurt and Brady launch their podcast with a discussion around the topic of being "Born Again." Listen in as they share their stories surrounding this central theme in Christianity and how it has played out in their own lives.