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In the episode, Michael and Cuatro discuss how to find a local church if you are searching. What are some criteria whereby you can discern if a church is for you?

In the episode, Michael and Cuatro interview Oliver Allmand-Smith, author of Under God, Over the People. Listen to hear how you can enter to win a free copy of this book. Available to US and Canada addresses only. His book, Under God, Over the People, will help you understand the role of government. Oliver’s Church ... Read more

In the episode, Michael and Cuatro discuss with Oliver Allmand-Smith the phenomenon of churches canceling services for the Lord’s Day due to the Christmas holiday

In the episode, Michael and Cuatro discuss how to seek wisdom when you receive contradictory counsel.

Cuatro and Michael discuss the Christian trend to erect, display, and defend Nativity scenes, particularly those which include an image of the incarnate Lord Jesus Christ. Are these depictions violations of the second commandment?

Cuatro and Michael react to a recent Andy Stanley clip where he apologizes to nonbelievers.

At the campus of West Virginia University “a concerned citizen” gave Michael a letter detailing the real reason evangelicals street preach and do the things they do. Michael thought it would be fruitful for Cuatro to hear the letter and react.

This interview seeks to get to the heart of why Jeff Kliewer, an Evangelical Free Church of America (EFCA) pastor, would write a book called Blood Red Church: How Redemption Colors Our Politics. You can find Jeff’s books on Amazon. I hope you’ll listen to the episode, but either way, I recommend the book. It ... Read more

Cuatro and Michael interview Oliver Allmand-Smith from Trinity Grace Church, Manchester, UK. Oliver is a pastor and author, among other ways he serves God’s church. His book, Under God, Over the People will help you understand the role of government. Oliver’s Church Broken Wharfe Episodes where you can hear about Under God, Over the People. ... Read more

What does Paul mean when he writes every knee shall bow in Philippians 2? Feedback is always welcome. [content type=page name=subscribe-to-roundtable]

Self-care can be a bad thing or a good thing. Cuatro and Michael try to explain biblically what self-care should really look like in the life of a believer and particularly for pastoral ministry. For many Christians, their failure to take care of themselves actually hurts their end goals! Feedback is always welcome. [content type=page ... Read more

Matthew 12 gives us a quotable quote: “Therefore I say to you, any sin and blasphemy shall be forgiven people, but the blasphemy against the Spirit shall not be forgiven.” Is this a sin that Christians can commit and lose salvation? How do you know if you’ve committed this atrocity? Feedback is always welcome. [content ... Read more

In Luke 18, Jesus tells us of a pharisaical attitude in a man who prays “God, I thank You that I am not like other people: swindlers, unjust, adulterers, or even like this tax collector.” Cuatro and Michael have a take on this verse that exposes how many have misapplied this truth in the Christian […] The post Ep. 055 | I’m Glad I’m Not Like This Sinner appeared first on Things Above Us.

There is a verse in 1 Thess 5:22 which is rendered as “Abstain from all appearance of evil” in some translations. In this episode, Cuatro and Michael talk about the effect of this translation on our lives and offer some other ways to think about this verse. Feedback is always welcome. The post Ep. 054 | Avoid the Appearance of Evil? appeared first on Things Above Us.

One of the most despised yet biblical methods of evangelism is public preaching. Even seasoned church-building preachers are afraid to try it and can be found treating it with scorn. In this episode, Michael asks Cuatro about some recent open-air preaching he has done and they discuss the effects. The post Ep. 053 | Cuatro Preaches at the Fair appeared first on Things Above Us.

Saints often find it hard to pray. Why is prayer so difficult? Cuatro Nelson and Michael Coughlin offer some theological thinking and practical tips for getting your prayer life on track. The post Ep. 052 | What If I’m Having Trouble Praying? appeared first on Things Above Us.

There is a famous quote that abortion clinics are open by the permission of the church. In this episode, Cuatro Nelson and Michael Coughlin analyze that quote and give some helpful ways to think about it. The post Ep. 051 | Is Abortion By Permission Of The Church? appeared first on Things Above Us.

Baptism has been a hotly debated topic for centuries now and in episode 50 of the roundtable, Cuatro Nelson and Michael Coughlin resolve the debate substantially. The post Ep. 050 | Baptism, What Is It? appeared first on Things Above Us.

It gives us great joy to return to a roundtable episode with an interview with Conley Owens, author of The Dorean Principle. You can read or order the book at https://thedoreanprinciple.org What are your thoughts about money and ministry? Do you see a problem with the commercialization of Christianity? Conley believes historic Christianity has answers […] The post Ep. 049 | Conley Owens and The Dorean Principle — TAU Roundtable appeared first on Things Above Us.

We are thrilled to finally have Dr. Joel R. Beeke (Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary) on the Roundtable! Chuck Ivey talks with Dr. Beeke about his new book, Puritan Reformed Theology, and many other great titles from Reformation Heritage Books! Puritan Reformed Theology https://www.heritagebooks.org/products/puritan-reformed-theology-historical-experiential-and-practical-studies-for-the-whole-of-life-beeke.html Reformed Systematic Theology – Vols 1&2 https://www.heritagebooks.org/products/reformed-systematic-theology-volume-1-volume-2-beeke.html Ore From […] The post Ep. 048 | Joel Beeke and Puritan Reformed Theology — TAU Roundtable appeared first on Things Above Us.