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In this episode, Mike and Will tackle a listener's long-awaited question about replacement theology, exploring whether the Church has replaced Israel in God's plan. They dive into the theological camps: dispensationalists who see Israel and the Church as completely separate entities, and replacement theologians who view the Church as the new spiritual Israel. After extensively analyzing key passages from Galatians, Ephesians, and especially Romans 9-11, they examine Paul's olive tree metaphor. The conversation shifts to Zechariah's prophecy about nations gathering against Jerusalem and Israel's future recognition of their Messiah. They critique systematic theology's tendency toward dogmatism while working through complex biblical texts. They conclude with a nuanced third position: rather than replacement, Gentiles are being grafted into Israel, making the Church part of Israel's story, with ethnic Israel still holding future promises that will culminate when "all Israel will be saved."
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Video Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
3:45 - Ask The Pastor
8:55 - Dispensationalism and Replacement Theology
25:30 - Biblical Analysis Begins
1:48:00 - Systematic Theology Discussion
2:02:30 - Zechariah 12 Prophecy
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In this week's episode, Mike and Will explore the intersection of media narratives, pastoral responsibility, and cultural engagement, examining how Christians can discern truth in an age of deception. They analyze recent LA riots over ICE raids, demonstrating how mainstream media "gaslights" viewers. Moving into the biblical mandate for pastoral cultural engagement, they examine Daniel 11:32 and argue that pastors who avoid controversial topics like feminism and gender ideology are failing their congregations who are "swimming in" cultural lies. They discuss examples from John the Baptist to modern pastors, emphasizing that biblical shepherds have always confronted cultural decay publicly. Finally, they address a listener question about degrees of sin.
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Video Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
4:07 - Apologetics Discussion
10:39 - Cultural Analysis: LA ICE Raids & Riots
36:45 - The Importance of Pastors Addressing Culture
1:26:24 - Bible Study: Daniel 11:32
1:30:10 - Ask Your Pastors: Degrees of Sin
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In this week's episode, Will introduces Isaac as Harvest Church's newest pastor through an in-depth biographical interview covering his journey from a guilt-ridden Pentecostal childhood to missionary service in Asia. They explore Isaac's early salvation experience at Harvest and his calling to missions work alongside his wife Danielle. Isaac shares deeply personal stories of depression and anxiety during their three years in Asia,. The conversation takes a humorous detour into their hunting trip "alien encounter". Throughout the episode, Isaac develops his life motto that "the hard stuff is the good stuff," explaining how God uses crushing experiences to prepare people for ministry. The episode concludes with a Bible study of 2 Corinthians 1, where Isaac teaches about God as "the God of all comfort" and how suffering produces the ability to comfort others, perfectly illustrating the theological foundation behind his personal testimony.
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Video Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
0:50 - Isaac's Life
39:40 - UFO/Alien Story Tangent
48:41 - Resuming of Isaac's Life
1:10:01 - Bible Study Segment
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In this week's episode, Mike and Will explore the fascinating intersection of artificial intelligence and biblical end times prophecy, examining whether modern technology could fulfill ancient predictions about deception and the Antichrist. They begin with Daniel's vision of earthly kingdoms, tracing the progression from Babylon to Rome and discussing how Christ's kingdom represents the "stone" that becomes a mountain. The conversation shifts to AI's current capabilities, from deep fake technology to virtual companions, raising questions about whether AI could serve as the "image of the beast" described in Revelation. Moving into 1 and 2 Thessalonians, they examine Paul's teachings about Christ's return, the "man of lawlessness," and the signs believers should watch for before the end times. Finally, they address practical concerns about living as truth-tellers in an age of increasing deception, encouraging Christians to remain grounded in Scripture while staying alert to the times.
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Video Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
10:44 - AI and the Antichrist Discussion
29:03 - Positive Applications of AI
1:11:33 - Bible Study: 1 Thessalonians 4:13
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In this episode, Mike and Will interview the new campus pastor Kevin Bishop, tracing his remarkable journey from Trinidad accountant to Ecuador missionary. They humorously navigate Kevin's surprisingly vanilla childhood - cycling, Catholic school, and algebra enthusiasm - before exploring how a post-graduation existential crisis led to his conversion through a gospel-preaching funeral and men's retreat in 2000. The hosts discuss Kevin's decade-long seminary journey while working full-time, his marriage to Margie despite cultural resistance, and their unexpected call to missions during a Costa Rica trip. Kevin shares how he trained pastors in Ecuador for nearly a decade, successfully working himself out of a job by developing local leaders. The episode concludes with his transition to Harvest Church, where Mike reveals how Kevin's organizational skills and conscientiousness on the mission field made him an obvious choice for campus pastor, emphasizing the principle that "everyone has a first day" when God provides the right people at the right time.
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Video Chapters:
0:00 - Intro
2:00 - Kevin's Early Life & Testimony
1:07:00 - Career Transition to Ministry
1:39:00 - Coming to Harvest Church
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In this week's episode, Mike and Will tackle the controversial question "Is it a sin for Christian couples to marry without wanting children?" They examine Genesis to unpack God's original design for marriage and children. Through biblical analysis and personal stories, they contrast traditional marriage perspectives with modern attitudes toward delaying or avoiding parenthood. Mike offers countercultural advice about marrying younger and prioritizing family over career advancement, sharing his approach to screening his daughters' suitors. They analyze gender differences in responding to parenthood through video examples, critique how feminism has impacted family formation, and discuss a documentary preview highlighting modern relationship challenges. The episode concludes with practical biblical guidance for Christian couples and a humorous story about Will's three-year-old daughter.
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Video Chapters:
0:00 - Intro & Question Introduction
33:00 - Discussion on birth control
42:00 - Advice on marriage timing and responsibility
53:00 - Parenting approaches and dating rules
1:05:00 - Gender differences in response to pregnancy and children
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In this episode, Mike and Will explore the deep theological concept of repentance, breaking down its true meaning beyond simply "stop sinning." They humorously analyze video clips from different preachers, critique their definitions, and contrast remorse versus true life transformation. The conversation shifts to Colossians 3, examining God's design for family relationships where they unpack the sometimes controversial directives about wives being subject to husbands and husbands loving their wives. They connect these earthly relationships to our spiritual adoption, explaining how understanding parenthood enriches our comprehension of God as Father. They conclude with lighthearted stories about their children before offering a profound insight: sleep is our daily practice of death and resurrection, teaching us faith through ordinary experience.
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Video Chapters:
00:00 - Intro
20:19 - Video Analysis on Videos on Repentance
47:52 - Colossians 3:17-18: Wives Submitting to their Husbands & Biblical Family Roles
01:05:12 - Repentance and Adoption: The Relationship with God as Father
01:38:14 - Closing Thoughts on Sleep as a Daily Practice of Death and Resurrection
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Mike and Will begin with a passionate examination of global geopolitical shifts, exploring the tensions between nationalism and globalism playing out across countries like India, Hungary, and Italy. The conversation shifts to Psalms, a Bible study examining how "nations rage" while God remains sovereign over world events. The final segment tackles heavenly rewards and end-times perspectives, where they encourage Christians to focus on faithful living rather than prophetic speculation. Throughout, they emphasize that despite global turmoil, believers should view current events through a biblical lens, maintaining spiritual stability while recognizing God's ultimate control over nations and history.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - Intro2:34 - Cultural Commentary37:29 - Spiritual Perspective on World Events52:43 - End Times Discussion1:03:15 - Rewards in Heaven Discussion
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In this episode, Mike and Will explore Harold Burchett's "Healing for the Church," dissecting why traditional churches resist change despite declining impact. They humorously describe "old-timey churches" with their rigid traditions before unpacking Burchett's principles for revitalization including "steady investment produces steady growth" and "let the dead bury the dead" - investing in spiritually vibrant members rather than maintaining traditions. They contrast unhealthy one-man leadership with biblical eldership that develops men as leaders, and conclude by applying Colossians 3's "put off/put on" imagery to church renewal, emphasizing that transformation requires constant choice and action.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - Intro 1:53 - Harold Burchett's Book Introduction 13:52 - Principles for Church Change 27:51 - Church Health and Leadership 56:25 - Colossians 3: Bible Study
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In this week's episode, Mike and Will talk about cultural compromise on gender roles within influential churches. They analyze Andy Stanley's church training video on gender dysphoria, discussing its validation of children's gender confusion rather than affirming biological reality. They examine NewSpring Church's withdrawal from the Southern Baptist Convention over women in ministry, identifying it as part of a pattern where churches redefine pastoral roles to accommodate cultural pressures. Mike explains Harvest Church's approach that allows women's participation in worship while maintaining male eldership. The episode concludes discussing a recent UK Supreme Court ruling affirming biological definitions of women, which Mike and Will celebrate as a rare moment of cultural sanity amid growing gender confusion.
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0:00:00 - Intro
0:01:27 - The Church's Response to Gender Issues
1:16:03 - Biblical Roles and Authority in the Church
1:42:59 - UK Supreme Court Ruling on Gender Definition
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In this week's episode, Mike and Will explore practical evangelism strategies, examining how to effectively share faith despite the Bible offering surprisingly few specific methods. They analyze outreach approaches through video examples and personal stories, discussing the limitations of the "pray the prayer" method while emphasizing genuine relationship-building. They cover practical evangelism tools for different contexts—workplaces, family relationships, and children's ministry—stressing that cultural relevance isn't compromising the gospel but removing unnecessary barriers. Will shares a humorous story about his three-year-old daughter's unfiltered evangelism to her grandmother, demonstrating the power of authenticity. The conversation highlights several accessible methods including personal testimony, praying with others, and simple church invitations. The episode concludes with a study of Colossians 3, showing how Christian identity as "dead to sin but alive in Christ" provides the spiritual foundation for both personal holiness and effective witness.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - Intro
1:36 - Evangelism
1:28:34 - Bible Study: Colossians 3:2-12
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In this week's episode, Mike and Will explore the surprising effectiveness of teachers by breaking down the three key elements of persuasive communication: ethos (credibility), pathos (emotional connection), and logos (logical argument). They analyze sermon clips from Kenneth Copeland, Joel Osteen, Benny Hinn, Tony Campolo, and Alistair Begg, revealing how these speakers utilize these tools with varying degrees of biblical accuracy. The hosts emphasize that Christians should appreciate effective communication techniques while remaining vigilant about measuring all teaching against Scripture. They then transition to their ongoing Bible study in Colossians, examining chapter 3:1-3 and unpacking what it means to have "died with Christ" and to "set your mind on things above." They discuss the practical implications of this theological reality for controlling one's thoughts and pursuing spiritual growth. The episode concludes with a lighthearted tribute to actor Val Kilmer, particularly celebrating his iconic performance as Doc Holliday.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:24 - Ethos, Pathos, and Logos in communication58:05 - Why God uses preaching and human speakers1:08:04 - Colossians 3:1-3 and the concept of being "raised with Christ"1:28:34 - Cultural Commentary
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In this week's episode, Mike and Will welcome special guest David Burton to explore the Sabbath in depth, examining its historical context as a covenant with Israel while discussing its practical application for Christians today. They dive into Colossians 2:16 and Hebrews 4, analyzing how Christ fulfilled the Sabbath and what it means to enter God's rest through salvation rather than religious observance. The conversation includes personal reflections on Sabbath practices, finding balance between freedom and discipline, and how modern Christians can benefit from regular rest without falling into legalism. They continue their Bible study through Colossians 2:15-23, examining spiritual authorities and the dangers of empty religious traditions. Finally, they tackle questions about finding vocational purpose, encouraging listeners to seek the intersection of natural abilities, passion, and earning potential while trusting God's Providence in life's journey.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - Intro - special guest David Burton1:27 - The Sabbath Discussion59:03 - Bible Study: Colossians 2:16-23 about religious legalism1:25 - Cultural Commentary - Discussion about motivation, discipline, and doing things with the right heart1:58:07 - Discussion about finding vocations that match personal skills and interests
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In this week's episode, Mike and Will address theological questions from their recent men's retreat about contemporary worship styles, defending modern music and production elements as culturally appropriate tools for meaningful participation. They dive into Colossians 2:11 for Bible study, which triggers a spirited debate between infant baptism and believer's baptism perspectives. The hosts then tackle whether Catholics can be saved, offering a balanced historical overview that acknowledges doctrinal disagreements while affirming Catholics maintain orthodoxy on essential Christian beliefs. Finally, they examine speaking in tongues through 1 Corinthians 12-14, discussing interpretations and practical applications while emphasizing the importance of clear communication in church settings.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:
0:00 - Intro10:53 - Worship Styles & Production
35:56 - Bible study Colossians
2:11 59:57 - Can Catholics be Saved?
1:44 - Speaking in Tongues
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In this episode of Pick Up the Mic, Mike and Will tackle the misconception that God the Father is the "bad cop" while Jesus is the "good cop," providing numerous examples of Jesus's stern warnings in the New Testament. They dive deep into Colossians 2:9-10, exploring how "all the fullness of deity dwells" in Christ and what that means for today's church. After some nostalgic discussion about Ted Nugent, vinyl records, and the transformation of music distribution, they connect these cultural changes to how the internet is reshaping religious discourse worldwide.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - 7:55: Intro7:55 - 27:45: Topics from Previous Sermons 27:45 - 53:05: Bible Study 53:05 - 1:14:09: Cultural Commentary1:14:09 - 1:31:28: Ask the Pastor
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Mike and Will begin with a passionate discussion about world religions, arguing that Christianity uniquely welcomes debate and challenges while other major religions show "cowardice" by silencing opposition. They then dive into a Bible study of Colossians 2, working through Paul's complex language about being rooted in Christ and the challenges of understanding his dense writing style. The final segment examines the global "childlessness epidemic," where they analyze declining birth rates worldwide and argue that the trend stems not primarily from economic factors but from theological and moral shifts. They critique modern priorities that place career and education above family formation, advocating for a return to biblical values of marriage and childbearing as central to human flourishing.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - Discussion on World Religions and Courage/Cowardice42:43 - Bible Study Colossians 253:05 - Cultural Commentary on the "Childlessness Epidemic"
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In this episode of Pick Up the Mic, Mike and Will dive into the complexities of Calvinist theology, breaking down the TULIP acronym while sharing personal perspectives on God's sovereignty and human choice. They then explore 2 Corinthians 11, examining Paul's use of marriage metaphors to describe his relationship with the church. The episode concludes with an extensive analysis of JD Vance's controversial Munich Security Conference speech, where they discuss how the evolution of media—from printing press to internet—has transformed information sharing.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:
0:00 - Theology Discussion
43:35 - Bible Study
56:04 - Cultural Commentary
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In this week's episode, Campus Pastor Vince shares his journey from homeschooled youth to his current role at Harvest's Natrona Heights campus. The conversation then explores Biblical perspectives on strong language in preaching, and concludes with a discussion about the distinctions between pastoral offices and church duties.----------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episode -https://bit.ly/HarvestPodcastSubWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions----------------------------------------------------------Video Chapters:0:00 - Meet Pastor Vince41:35 - Topics from Previous Sermon1:04:00 - Ask the Pastor Question
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In this week's episode, Mike and Will explore recent sermons on prayer and share personal insights from their community groups about trusting God's fatherly character. Their Bible study of Luke 11 examines Jesus's confrontations with religious leaders and His rebuke of hypocrisy. The episode concludes with a cultural commentary on how social media and alternative news sources are reshaping public discourse across English-speaking nations, discussing how Christians can navigate these changing times.
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Join Pick Up the Mike as guest Brian Hodel shares his journey from financial stress to freedom through biblical money management. This candid conversation with Pastor Mike Greiner and Will Land cuts through typical financial advice to explore how trust, generosity, and faith can transform your relationship with money, offering wisdom for both the financially secure and those struggling to make ends meet.Subscribe to Harvest PA Podcasts so you never miss another episodeWant your question featured on a future episode? Leave a comment or submit it here -https://bit.ly/PUTMQuestions
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