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Podcasts to help you follow the way of Jesus.
The GoodLion Podcast Network is a collective of Christ-following content makers, dedicated to creating resources to encourage and strengthen the body of Christ in a world that needs to hear the Gospel.
How Do Selfish Actions Unleash Hell On Earth? - GoodLion Theology
In a recent episode, Aaron dove into the concept of "hell on earth"—where the destructive forces of sin, death, and selfishness play out in daily life. This episode is a Q&A that answers a listener's profound question: "How can our actions contribute to or alleviate these hellish conditions?" 🔍 Unp...
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Navigating the Fishbowl Life - Learning to Swim for the Glory of God
In this episode, Brenda, Rosemary, and Kelly talk through their various experiences of ministry, work, and family life balance. There are specific challenges when you walk ...
Theological Anthropology: What is It, and How Does It Shape Our Understanding of Ourselves & Others? - with Michael Payne
Do you know what sex robots, racism, and gender identity all have in common? In addition to being topics that are discussed in this episode, these topics are all related to...
Does Spiritual Formation Begin with Preaching?
Spiritual Formation Begins in the Pulpit CGN Media - media that points to Christ. CGN International Pastors and Leaders Conference Summary In this conversation, Al...
Why Does God Allow Suffering?
Why does God allow suffering? This question has been asked throughout human history. And many who are in the midst of personal suffering wrestle with this question. In this...
511. BONUS Steps of Faith With Sean Stone
Joining Pastor Ed in studio is Pastor Sean Stone, who recently joined the ministry team here at Calvary. We talk about faith and stepping into God's calling when it is ...
The Transfiguration of Jesus and the Growth of the Christian with Patrick Schreiner
Patrick Schreiner speaks with Mike about the transfiguration of Jesus, progress within the Christian life and the value of manuscripted sermons. Patrick Schreiner is the...
How Do Selfish Actions Unleash Hell On Earth? - GoodLion Theology
In a recent episode, Aaron dove into the concept of "hell on earth"—where the destructive forces of sin, death, and selfishness play out in daily life. This episode is a Q&A...
208. Can Or Should Christians Have Therapy? (interview with Jo Hargreaves)
208. Can Or Should Christians Have Therapy? This Episode is an interview with Jo Hargreaves @the.Faith.Filled.Therapist. In it we talk about faith, mental and emotional well...
Does Truth Exist?
Mikel Collins and Jeremy Jenkins sit down to discuss Postmodernity, Relativism, and Truth. Because if there is no truth, there is no point to anything we are doing here at ...
Integrity in Leadership and in Ministry: Part 1
Rob Salvato and Ted Leavenworth are joined by Sean Morgan (Leaders in Living Rooms) and Tyler Scott (Community Presbyterian Church) to talk through maintaining integrity an...
Clarity is Kindness: Why Creeds and Confessions are Helpful for Transmitting and Protecting the Faith - with Carl Trueman
What role should creeds and confessions play in the life of a Christian or of a church? If we have the Bible, then why are creeds and confessions necessary at all? Dr. Ca...
Flourishing in Your Mental Health, Pt. 02
This week we continue the conversation we began last week about How to Flourish in Your Mental Health. There are two sides to mental health—suffering and flourishing. When ...
510. The Daily Grind. What Advice Do You Have
In this episode, Pastor Ed and Bob discuss the importance of moving forward when you feel like you're slowing down a bit. What do you tell a guy who is slowing down and...
The Pros and Cons of a Devotional Life
The Pros and Cons of a Devotional Life Welcome to the STOKE IT UP podcast. A podcast encouraging you on your journey with God. The stoke it up podcast is part of C...
Topical Sermons, Hot Topics and Raising Up New Expositors
Jim Wilson, Ted Leavenworth, Wesley Towne, Randall Tonini and Brian Bell offer wise insight, heartfelt advice and light-hearted humor in this panel discussion, recorded in ...
Q&A: Divine Justine & The Fear of Hell?
In this episode of the GoodLion Podcast, we navigate the delicate intersection between the terrifying specter of hell and the radiant hope found in Christ. In this special "...
207. Seven Ways To Overcome Envy
Seven Ways To Overcome Envy What do we do when we find ourselves envious of others? Especially people we love and care for. In this episode, we look at 7 Biblical antidotes ...
Writing Bible Studies
In this episode, Brenda and Kelly talk through their processes and styles of writing bible study curriculums and tackle these questions: Can anyone write them? What is esse...
New Co-Host and Spiritual Formation
Dr. Kenneth Priest joins the Stoke It Up Podcast as a co-host. Kenneth has a undergraduate degree in Theology and an Master of Religious Education (MARE) from Southwestern ...
Habits of Grace which Lead to Growth: the Benefits of Journaling & Other Spiritual Disciplines - with Mike Neglia
Spiritual disciplines are intentional, repeated practices which help you to grow in relationship with God. In this episode, I speak with my friend and colleague, Mike Neg...
Life of Messiah 08-The Announcement to Mary Luke 1:26-38
In this episode: Angel Gabriel, Virgin Mary, Rosary, Hail Mary, Catholicism, immaculate conception, Pope Pius IX, Yeshua, Jesus, name, throne of David, Spurgeon Sermon. Beco...
Flourishing in Your Mental Health, Pt. 01
There are two sides to mental health—suffering and flourishing. When we discuss mental health, we are often talking about how people suffer in relationship to their mental ...
509. Go Where You're Invited By Faith
In today's episode, Pastor Ed and Bob discuss the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone often and regularly. It's not about our personal comfort but about...
New Co-Host and Spiritual Formation
Dr. Kenneth Priest joins the Stoke It Up Podcast as a co-host. Today, we start to focus the podcast on spiritual formation. We want to encourage you in your journey with Go...
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What People Are Saying
Equipping For Ministry
As a full time assistant pastor overseeing several ministries, I have been so blessed and encouraged by Pastor Ed’s teachings, his insights, and his practical wisdom born out of his vast experience in ministry. Coupled with his unique gifts and down to earth communication style, along with Pastor Bob’s years of practic...
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Pastor Ed communicates in such a way that feels like your sitting down, having a cup of coffee, and talking with your pastor about the essentials of ministry. He is blessed with wisdom, taking the issues of life and applying biblical truths to enable the listener grow in the grace of God.
Honest and Unafraid
I am proud to say that Pastor Ed is my pastor! His frankness and honesty have been used by the Lord to carry me through many things. Miss you brother!
Great discipleship
This podcast is an amazing way to receive discipleship from amazing men of God. It has been such a great way to minister to me and help me grow while being a leader. Thank you Pastor Ed!
Blessed
I used to attend Calvary Aurora while I lived in Colorado and have listened to Pastor Ed even after I left. This podcast although is labeled lead to serve, we are all be called to be leaders and has been such an encouragement and blessing to listen to as I work from home. Thank you pastor’s!!
Amazing!
Love this show with it‘s incites on Bible exposition. So helpful for experienced and new bible teachers whether you are in vocational ministry or a volunteer. Mike is funny too!
Very Encouraging
Season 5 has been really ministering to me on being a servant leader for my family, church, and community. May God continue to bless Pastor Ed and Pastor Bob so that they can continue to be a blessing to me and others!
Loving the new season
The wisdom of Pastors Bob and Ed is very rich and appreciated. It’s like attending a mini conference. Well Done!