Episodes

Monday Apr 14, 2025
Ephesians #4 Spiritual Warfare
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
In this episode, Rob and Vinnie discuss Paul's exhortation to put on the "full armor of God" and spiritual warfare. They explore it through several lenses, beginning with the biblical narrative of the kingdom of God versus the kingdoms of the world. They emphasize that Satan wages war through deception, and believers are called to respond with the truth of God’s Word. The conversation also delves into the reality of the demonic and how it fits within the broader context of spiritual conflict in the life of faith.
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Monday Apr 07, 2025
Ephesians 3: Wives, Children, Slaves: What Does This Mean?
Monday Apr 07, 2025
Monday Apr 07, 2025
So what does Paul say about wives submitting to husbands? And does the Bible endorse slavery? In this episode, Rob and Vinnie explore the household code and Paul's central message to the Ephesians congregation. In doing so, Paul adapted the Roman household code, which was very patriarchal, in light of the Christian ethic and the central command to "Be imitators of God" and "walk in love."
Here is the link to the image of the umbrella that we refer to at the 29:30 mark
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Monday Mar 31, 2025
Ephesians 2: Predestination-Free Will?
Monday Mar 31, 2025
Monday Mar 31, 2025
In this episode, Rob and Vinnie continue to provide an overview of the book of Ephesians. They explore the issue of Predestination and Free Will (finally solving this long-held debate). They also lay a foundation for understanding Ephesians in light of the great storyline of God's work in creation. They stress how Ephesians is an exhortation to live in accord with the work that God has done.
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Monday Mar 24, 2025
Ephesians: Paul's Classic letter; an overview
Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
In this first episode of our series on Ephesians, Rob and Vinnie explore why Ephesians might be the greatest of all Paul’s letters. We dive into Paul’s powerful use of “In Christ” language, unpacking its significance for understanding the message of Ephesians. We also provide an overview of Paul’s argument in the letter, setting the stage for deeper exploration in future episodes. This is a great starting point for anyone wanting to grasp the richness of this classic epistle!
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Monday Mar 17, 2025
The Church Today: dealing with religious Trauma
Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 2025
In this episode, Rob and Vinnie explore the realities of religious trauma and spiritual abuse—how they manifest, their lasting impact, and why so many have been hurt by the very place meant to offer healing. We discuss how the church has too often been a source of harm rather than refuge and what it truly means to be a place of restoration and grace. What does a Christ-centered response to spiritual abuse look like? Join us as we engage in an honest, compassionate conversation about pain, faith, and the hope for a healthier, more redemptive church.
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Monday Mar 10, 2025
Artemis, Women pastors (2 Tim 2), and Ephesians with Sandra Glahn
Monday Mar 10, 2025
Monday Mar 10, 2025
In this episode, Rob and Vinnie interview NT scholar Sandra Glahn to discuss her book Nobody's Mother. Sandra argues that understanding the historical, archaeological, and inscriptional evidence relating to Artemis provides a critical backdrop to Paul's letter to Timothy and his exhortation that wives should not be teaching their husbands because Adam was made first and Eve sinned first, and to the book of Ephesians.
To learn more about Sandra Glahn see:
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Monday Mar 03, 2025
Bridging Divides: Bernard Emerson & Building a Multi-Ethnic Church (part 2)
Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
In this episode, Rob and Vinnie sit down again with Bernard Emerson to discuss his work in starting a multi-ethnic church in Oakland, CA. We explore the challenges and joys of blending two congregations from different racial backgrounds, the role of the church in addressing race and justice, and what it takes to build a truly inclusive faith community. Join us for a powerful conversation on unity, reconciliation, and the gospel’s call to love across racial and cultural lines.
Here is the link for Bernard's podcast
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Monday Feb 24, 2025
Bridging Divides: Bernard Emerson & Building a Multi-Ethnic Church (part 1)
Monday Feb 24, 2025
Monday Feb 24, 2025
In this episode, Rob and Vinnie sit down with Bernard Emerson to discuss his work in starting a multi-ethnic church in Oakland, CA. We explore the challenges and joys of blending two congregations from different racial backgrounds, the role of the church in addressing race and justice, and what it takes to build a truly inclusive faith community. Join us for a powerful conversation on unity, reconciliation, and the gospel’s call to love across racial and cultural lines.
Here is the link for Bernard's podcast
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Monday Feb 17, 2025
Galatians Part 8: What is the Church supposed to look like?
Monday Feb 17, 2025
Monday Feb 17, 2025
In this episode, Rob and Vinnie conclude their overview of Galatians and look into Galatians 6. They discuss what the household of God's people (the church) is supposed to look like and what Galatians means for them.
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Monday Feb 10, 2025
Galatians Part 7: The Fruit of the Spirit and the Deeds of the Flesh
Monday Feb 10, 2025
Monday Feb 10, 2025
Rob and Vinnie dive into Galatians 5, exploring the contrast between the deeds of the flesh and the fruit of the Spirit. They discuss how Paul’s list of sinful behaviors was meant to be viewed collectively rather than as isolated wrongs, challenging the Galatians' sense of superiority over others. Paul’s emphasis on the fruit of the Spirit wasn’t about rigid moralism but about the freedom found in Christ. But what does it truly mean to live by the Spirit and bear its fruit? Rob and Vinnie break down each aspect of this passage, offering practical insights on how the Church today can embody Spirit-led living
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