Episodes
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Many thanks to the Reformed Podmatics listener who has suggested today's topic: What does the Bible say about swearing, bad language, or cussing? We'll find that Scripture calls Christians to be careful with words, but at times gives permission to use strong language that has sometimes been incorrectly forbidden in the American evangelical church.
Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA.
Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
Friday Mar 03, 2023
What’s On Your Bookshelf? - Episode 118
Friday Mar 03, 2023
Friday Mar 03, 2023
Pastor Zac and Pastor Mark discuss books, podcasts, and other resources that have contributed to their spiritual growth.
Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA.
Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
Friday Feb 24, 2023
What is the purpose of theology? - Episode 117
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Friday Feb 24, 2023
Everyone's a theologian! So goes the title of R.C. Sproul's excellent book, where readers are encouraged to think deeply about God, humanity, and the world. But what is the purpose or goal of doing theology?
Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA.
Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
Friday Feb 17, 2023
Streams in the Reformed Faith (Part 2) - Episode 116
Friday Feb 17, 2023
Friday Feb 17, 2023
Part 1 of this short series compared different denominations in the Reformed wing of the Church. In this episode we look for different emphases within each Reformed denomination. Some see doctrine as paramount, while others consider piety as the center of the Christian life, and still others view transformation as the highest goal of the Church.
Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA.
Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Streams in the Reformed Faith - Episode 115
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
You want to find a Reformed church? What are your options and what are some of the basic differences among denominations in the Reformed wing of the Church?
Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA.
Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Who is John Bunyan? - Episode 114
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
What's the story behind the author of The Pilgrim's Progress? What lessons can we gain from his life and writing that will help us in our way to meeting Jesus?
Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA.
Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Conversation with Paul VanderKlay - Episode 113
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Zac and Mark (virtually) sit down with Rev. Paul VanderKlay to discuss the Christian Reformed Church and evangelism in the 21st century.
Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA.
Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Life in a Rural Church - Episdoe 112
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
What are some of the joys and struggles to life in a rural church? In this episode Zac and Mark discuss their experiences as pastors in the agricultural community of Ripon, California.
Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA.
Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Who Chose the Books of the Bible? - Episode 111
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Can we trust that we have the right books in our Bibles? What criteria was used in determining what should be included in our Bibles?
Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA.
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Recognizing God’s Work in a ”Regular Church” - Episode 110
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Zac and Mark detail some of the ways God is working at Almond Valley CRC. How does the Bible's description of a healthy church compare and contrast with the American evangelical expectation of a good congregation?
Music by Jonathan Ogden used with permission.
Visit www.almondvalley.org for information about Almond Valley Christian Reformed Church in Ripon, CA.