With Steve double-booked, Dana Talks with Lee about his own theological development and journey in ministry. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: Fair Sunshine: Character Studies of the Scottish Covenanters by Jock Purves R.C. Sproul: A Life by Stephen J. Nichols *******************************…

Pastor Dana Kidder, and Elders Steve Krumm and Lee Jones hold a Holy Spirit Q&A at Redemption Bible Church in Bellefontaine, Ohio.Autor: Redemption Meditations

Dana, Steve, and Lee discuss the controversial (and yet also not controversial) topic of abortion. Why do we oppose it? Is it only a political issue? Should it affect how we vote? ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: Leadership and Emotional Sabotage: Resisting the Anxiety That Will Wreck Your …

Dana, Steve, and Lee continue their discussion of hermeneutics in this episode. What are indicatives, imperatives, descriptive passages, prescriptive passages. We're here to help! ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: Family Worship by Joel Beeke Bavinck: A Critical Biography by James Eglinton W…

Steve, Dana, and Lee take up the topic of hermeneutics...the science of studying and interpreting the Bible. What is the proper way to interpret the Bible? What are the pitfalls we should look out for? ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: Reformed Systematic Theology, Volume 1: Revelation and G…

Steve, Dana, and occasionally Lee are discussing Christian families in this episode. Is is possible for Christians to have too many children? What's the best way to train up our children? ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: The Lord of the Rings by J.R.R. Tolkien The Life of Martyn Lloyd-Jones…

Steve, Dana, and Lee tackle the unique phenomenon of "I am the church" thinking, or people openly refusing to gather with the church for not-so-good reasons. How do we respond to such thinking? Take a listen. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: How Should I approach Art? by R.C. Sproul Jesus o…

What are we to do when we are faced with the promotion of sin at the market, at our job, or in the government? Steve, Dana, and Lee tackle t his topic on this episode. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: Believer's Baptism: Sign of the New Covenant in Christ Life in the Father's House by Wayne…

Dana, Steve, and Lee are finishing up their series on Lent by discussing fasting. Wy don't more Christians fast? Why should we? And how should we do it? ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: Knowing God by J.I. Packer A Defense of Confessionalism: Biblical Foundations & Confessional Consideratio…

Dana, Steve, and Lee begin a two-part series on Lent. Why does RBC not observe it? Why do we emphasize the Ordinary means of Grace instead of penitential seasons? Listen and find out. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald Whitney Evangelism …

Dana, Steve, and Lee conclude their discussion of complementarianism. How does it effect how Christians view the state or the economy? ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: All That Is In God by James Dolezal - (Audiobook) The Momentous Event by W.J. Grier An Exposition of the Sermon on the Moun…

Fresh off their latest episode on Marriage...Dana, Steve, and Lee discuss the topic of complementarianism. What does it mean? What is it opposed to? ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: Selected Sermons of Lemuel Haynes The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson Thoug…

How should Christians approach secular attempts to co-opt things like Marriage and weddings to serve sin? Steve, Dana, and Lee tackle this timely issue in the latest episode. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: A Gospel Primer by Milton Vincent (Audiobook available) The Mystery of Christ by Sa…

Steve, Dana, and Lee finish up their triumvirate on the Bible. They tackle issues of the canon and hermeneutics. Tune in to see what it's all about. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: Jesus on Every Page: 10 Simple Ways to Seek and Find Christ in the Old Testament by David Murray God without …

Steve, Dana, and Lee are back on the topic of the Bible on this episode. They discuss some of the theological language used to describe the Bible and its importance. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: "Expository Sanctification" by Paul Shirley "Joseph and the Gospel of Many Colors: Reading a…

Steve, Dana, and Lee discuss some various aspects of the Bible: translation styles, layout differences, apps, textual histories. Oh my! This is likely to become a multi-part series, just you watch. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: "Simply Trinity" by Matthew Barrett: https://a.co/d/7BDragB …

Dana, Steve, and Lee discuss the concept of New Year's resolutions while considering the 70 Resolutions that Jonathan Edwards made as a young pastor. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: "J.C. Ryle: Prepared to Stand Alone" by Iain Murray: https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/history-biography/j-…

Dana, Steve, and Lee air their theological grievances in this episode, in honor of the fictional holiday of Festivus. Then Lee reads the Christmas story from Luke 2. Merry Christmas! ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: "Getting the Blues: What Blues Music Teaches Us about Suffering and Salvati…

Steve, Dana, and Lee discuss the often-memed subject of Saint Nicholas punching the heretic Arius at the Council of Nicea. Is that a true story? What is its relevance? Why are creeds important? We tackle all of this on this episode. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: "The One True God: A Bibl…

Steve, Dana, and Lee discuss a few touchy issues. What should we say to Christians who are concerned they're too sinful to get into heaven? What if I sin right before I die? ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: "I Dare You Not To Bore Me With The Bible" by Michael Heiser: https://a.co/d/9BumHcF…

Dana has returned from his travels. He, Steve, and Lee discuss the topic of children being present in the sanctuary on Sunday morning. Is it a distraction? Or is it a blessing? ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: "Don't Waste Your Life" by John Piper: https://a.co/d/bB2Wcae "Conspiracy Theory"…

Steve and Lee welcome a special guest this episode: James A. Fyerman. The topic this episode: what were our individual journeys toward Reformed Baptist theology? ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: "Five Points" by John Piper (ebook): https://document.desiringgod.org/five-points-en.pdf?ts=1446…

Steve and Lee soldier on without Dana...and they venture a discussion of "theological triage," which is definitely not something they made up. It's real and helpful. Enjoy! ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: "Tortured For Christ" by Richard Wurmbrand: https://a.co/d/5OzlGk7 "The Bruised Reed"…

Continuing on from the previous episode on The Law, the guys discuss the topic of antinomianism, What is it? How does it manifest itself? Listen in to find out. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: The Attributes of God by A.W. Pink: https://a.co/d/irUfJdx Getting the Garden Right by Richard Ba…

Dana, Steve, and Lee are back with a wide-ranging discussion of The Law. What's the deal with the threefold division of the Old Testament law? How are Christians supposed to understand and apply it? Do we need to throw away our polyester weaves and cocktail shrimp? Stay tuned to find out. ************************************************************…

Given the contentious elections coming in 2024, plus the highly crucial vote on Ohio Issue 1, we ponder the question of politics and Christianity. ********************************************************************* Library Ladder Links: The Maker Versus the Takers: What Jesus Really Said About Social Justice and Economics: https://a.co/d/0vmAhQS …

Dana, Steve, and Lee discuss the ordinance of The Lord's Supper and how we observe it at RBC. Library Ladder Links: Amidst Us Our Beloved Stands: https://lexhampress.com/product/213950/amidst-us-our-beloved-stands-recovering-sacrament-in-the-baptist-tradition The Lord's Supper: Answers to Common Questions: https://a.co/d/02HzWOO Family Driven Faith…

Steve, Dana, and Lee are back talking about Halloween, Reformation Day, "spookyvangelism," Christian Liberty, and also speculate about Logansville, Germany. The Valley of Vision: https://a.co/d/bL0t9Md Luther Documentary: https://youtu.be/6VK0p-tuuao?feature=shared Little Book on the Christian Life: https://a.co/d/5dled9P The Screwtape Letters: htt…

Dana, Steve, and Lee finish their discussion on liturgy at RBC. Also, you have answer to the question: "Who let the cat out?" (It was Dana). Lee also makes a niche reference to a stand-up comedy bit. All is well. Website: rbcbellefontaine.com Intro Music: “Thunder” by TelecastedAutor: Redemption Meditations

Dana, Steve, and Lee continue their lakeside conversation about liturgy. Why do we do what we do on the Lord's Day at RBC? What is a liturgy? Who's on that kayak in the background? Website: rbcbellefontaine.com Intro Music: “Thunder” by TelecastedAutor: Redemption Meditations

Dana, Steve, and Lee took some time while on the road to talk about liturgy. Why do we do what we do on the Lord's Day at RBC? What is a liturgy? Will they drown in the lake? Website: rbcbellefontaine.com Intro Music: “Thunder” by TelecastedAutor: Redemption Meditations

Welcome to Redemption Meditations, a podcast ministry of Redemption Bible Church. Dana, Steve, and Lee kick off the first episode of this new show by discussing what the Gospel is and what happens when we die. Website: rbcbellefontaine.com Intro Music: “Thunder” by TelecastedAutor: Redemption Meditations

Little update on how quiet this feed has been of late...Autor: Redemption Meditations

Lee is back from a long hiatus, and is joined by Josh from Shepherd's Cast along with his wife Jess. They will be examining the book of Daniel, with a particular eye toward eschatological significance. Enjoy this introduction to their study, and some classic rabbit trails along the way. Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations E…

Coby and Lee are back from a long hiatus to discuss the first few verses of Hebrews 5...along with more premium bible thoughts and the memes of Misspelled Calvanist. Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check out The B.A.R. Podcast Network: http://thebarpodcast.com/index.php/the-bar-netwo…

This week, Lee talks with Ben Beaghan, whose debut album under the artist name Exile & Eden, drops on Friday. It's titled "Love and Loss." It will be available for purchase, as well as on all the major music steaming services. He and Lee discuss the big themes of the album, pull back the curtain on the writing and recording process, and the heartbr…

We conclude Lee's conversation with James A. Fyerman, the author of Braker Ford's Adventures in Space. They take about some specific themes from the novel, continue to discuss James' faith, and even a brief sneaky reference to Jame's NEXT book. Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check o…

Lee is joined this week by James A. Fyerman, the author of Braker Ford's Adventures in Space, his debut novel. This is the first in a two-part episode with James about his book, his faith, and one Reformed man's approach to the creative arts. He and Lee discuss nerd culture, James' own upbringing and testimony, and Lee googles action figures in rea…

Hello all, No new episode this week, but I wanted to share the trailer for a new podcast I'm cohosting with some friends: The Literary Baptists. The feed is live now, so you can check your favorite podcast directory and click subscribe right now. Thanks for listening!Autor: Redemption Meditations

Coby and Lee are back and ready to wrap up Hebrews 4. Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check out The B.A.R. Podcast Network: http://thebarpodcast.com/index.php/the-bar-network/ Coby’s YouTube Channel: Rural Bible Reviews https://youtube.com/channel/UCvQ21pWChOJOgnCQl8WfmnQ…

Josh from Shepherd's Cast is back and he's bringing his burning questions with him. They tackle the first of several on this episode, and it concerns the issue of Roman Catholic confession. Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check out The B.A.R. Podcast Network: http://thebarpodcast.com…

We're back with part 2 of Coby and Lee's recent conversation.! Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check out The B.A.R. Podcast Network: http://thebarpodcast.com/index.php/the-bar-network/ Josh’s Shepherd’s Cast empire: https://linktr.ee/shepherdscast Coby’s YouTube Channel: Rural Bible …

Coby and Lee chat for a WHILE about Bibles and Bible publishing-related news and events. Enjoy! Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check out The B.A.R. Podcast Network: http://thebarpodcast.com/index.php/the-bar-network/ Josh’s Shepherd’s Cast empire: https://linktr.ee/shepherdscast Cob…

The second of Lee's recent sermons. Colossians 1:21-23 Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check out The B.A.R. Podcast Network: http://thebarpodcast.com/index.php/the-bar-network/ Josh’s Shepherd’s Cast empire: https://linktr.ee/shepherdscast Coby’s YouTube Channel: Rural Bible Reviews …

Here's a sermon Lee recently preached at church. Colossians 1:15-20. Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check out The B.A.R. Podcast Network: http://thebarpodcast.com/index.php/the-bar-network/ Josh’s Shepherd’s Cast empire: https://linktr.ee/shepherdscast Coby’s YouTube Channel: Rural …

Josh joins Lee once again to discuss Mark...and Lee foolishly thinks they could actually talk about more than 3 verses. Silly Lee. Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check out The B.A.R. Podcast Network: http://thebarpodcast.com/index.php/the-bar-network/ Josh’s Shepherd’s Cast empire: …

Coby and Lee return to Hebrews, starting in chapter 4. They discuss resting in Christ, the Christian Sabbath, and reconciliation with God and mankind. Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check out The B.A.R. Podcast Network: http://thebarpodcast.com/index.php/the-bar-network/ Coby’s YouT…

Lee is joined by Alex from Fishers of Memes on the timely topic of the seeker sensitive movement and the reasons why it's dangerous. They also discuss responses and remedies to the excesses of this movement, Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check out The B.A.R. Podcast Network: http:/…

Please forgive the less-than-stellar audio. Lee was having catastrophic tech issues at the time of recording. Josh and Lee are looking at the interaction between Jesus and the demon-possessed man in the synagogue (Mark 1:21-28). Also you really need to read Knowing Christ _________________________________________________________ Twitter: @refmedita…

Lee is joined this evening by Maddie, the host of a brand new podcast called GrassFed & Grace Led. They talk about chickens and their associated math, theological developments, and so many books. Twitter: @refmeditations; https://twitter.com/RefMeditations Email: reformedmeditations@gmail.com Check out The B.A.R. Podcast Network: http://thebarpodca…