Episodes
Oh boy, in this episode of Off Stage, Greg and RD tackle the controversial topic of whether or not it's appropriate for Christians to use the enneagram. They also provide an in-depth explanation of what the enneagram is and how it can be both helpful and/ or harmful. Books on the Enneagram: The Road Back to You: An Enneagram Journey to Self-Discovery by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanna StabileHow We Relate: Understanding God, Yourself and Others through the Enneagram by Jesse Eubanks For more...
Published 03/30/23
In this episode, Greg and RD delve into some of the common reasons people give for deconstructing their faith, specifically "church hurt" and the perception that the church seeks to control people. Drawing on biblical principles and teachings, we explore how these experiences and perceptions can lead to a crisis of faith and offer guidance for navigating these challenges in a way that is consistent with a biblical worldview. RD references our past episode The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill  RD...
Published 03/23/23
Have you lost your mind in a Disney World parking lot? Have you loaded the kids in the car for a 12+ hour drive and thought "This is a good idea!"? Or perhaps you're on the other end of the spectrum and you are anti-vacation for practical or even theological reasons. Well, have we got a show for you. Plus, R.D. and Greg share their own vacation stories and favs in a lighting round of questions. RD references our past episode on Disney World.  For more information on this podcast, visit...
Published 03/16/23
Buckle up. We're taking a look at the go-to arguments many atheists make: we're talking problem of evil, the reliability of the Bible and so much more. Greg and RD reference the sermon The Word & The Dragon.  For more information on this podcast, visit podcast.fellowshipknox.org   You can also e-mail questions or topic ideas to [email protected]   
Published 03/09/23
Today we are discussing transgenderism. What does the Bible say about it and what does it mean to live faithful to what God has revealed in his Word while also offering gentleness to the world in a topic that sparks heated debate on all sides?  RD references Embodied by Preston Sprinkle.  For more information on this podcast, visit podcast.fellowshipknox.org   You can also e-mail questions or topic ideas to [email protected]   
Published 03/02/23
Over the last few weeks, a revival has broken out in Asbury. What does this mean? How can we be engaging without being impetuous? Can we analyze such things without becoming cynical? And what does the movement of God actually look like? 
Published 02/23/23
We're back and we're finally talking about the Chosen. That's right, after many e-mails and responses asking us about the show, Greg and RD are diving into the show about the life of Jesus that is sweeping the nation. For more information on this podcast, visit podcast.fellowshipknox.org   You can also e-mail questions or topic ideas to [email protected]   
Published 02/16/23
You do you. Is that always a good idea? This phrase is the hallmark of an expressive individualist culture. But is it true? Is it in line with what scripture teaches? And is it good for our culture in the long run?
Published 11/10/22
Our culture seems to tell us there are only two extremes when it comes to how we see our country: hate it for all of its evil or love it beyond criticism. As always, Greg and RD want to help us walk the line between the two extremes with scripture as our guide.
Published 11/03/22
Both/and: Christianity is both God doing all the work of saving us yet and asking us to obey, to work towards becoming more like Christ. How do we hold these two ideas in tension while living in a Christian culture that always bends towards one or the other?
Published 10/27/22
The leaves are changing, the coats are coming out of the closets and football is being played all across the US. RD's team, the Tennessee Volunteers (UT for short) won a dramatic game over their fierce rival, Alabama and he couldn't resist talking about it. But, as always, we take this topic and stretch it into the deeper story of God's glory as he's revealed it through good things like football and community. So let's talk some UT football!
Published 10/20/22
Reformed Theology is a topic that requires much thought, discussion; wrestling even. And with that Greg and R.D. believe it needs more than one episode so today we're focusing on two aspects of Reformed Theology: election and predestination. We hope you walk away from this episode knowing God is good and you can trust him.
Published 10/13/22
The world is unstable. This is a fact of life yet it feels like something we've only learned in the last couple of years. As always through the lens of the Bible, Greg and R.D. speak on what economic uncertainty means for us and how we can operate out of wisdom and not fear.
Published 10/06/22
In the words of Greg "Enough PBS episodes, let's get back to Bravo." We're discussing the recent bombshell story about Adam Levine's reported affair and messages that were posted on social media. Why does our culture sprint towards stories like this but not only that: what deeper truths can be unearthed through discussing it? As always with their biblical grounding and quick humor, Greg and R.D. fearlessly dive in to the issues you care about.
Published 09/29/22
While the United Kingdom mourns the loss of Queen Elizabeth II, Greg and R.D. take time to reflect on the nature of ruling sovereigns and how in the Kingdom of God, there is no transfer of power.
Published 09/22/22
God is God and we are not. How we think of him as revealed in scripture is important and today, Greg and RD discuss Reformed Theology: what it is, what it isn't and how it makes much of God and his grace to us.
Published 09/08/22
Oh my, here we go: Revelation. We're continuing our Bible Study series with the book of Revelation. Why is this book in the Bible? What is revealed about Christ and our relationship with him through the text? And what are some common misconceptions (there are many) people derive from this book? These questions and more.
Published 09/01/22
We discussed the topic of deconversion in the first season of our show but since then, we've witnessed it more and more. Why is this happening? How do we approach this? What do we say to our friends who are deconstructing? And what if we ourselves are wrestling through this?
Published 08/25/22
Published 04/28/22
Join us this Holy Week each day as we follow the story beginning on Palm Sunday all the way through Easter. Today we are discussing Jesus cursing the fig tree in Mark 11, Matthew 21 and Luke 13.
Published 04/11/22
Join us this Holy Week each day as we follow the story beginning on Palm Sunday all the way through Easter. Today, we're meditating on the Triumphal Entry recorded in Matthew 21, Mark 11, Luke 19 and John 12.
Published 04/10/22
Most people didn't sign up to fight in a culture war. But we see them all around us and today Greg and RD talk about institutions, how they are central to culture and how we as followers of Christ play a role in shaping them.
Published 04/07/22
In our reading of the Bible, we often forget to realize this is a real story with real people in a real place. Today Greg and RD discuss how reading it through this lens is essential to our life in Christ.
Published 03/31/22
On today's episode Greg and R.D. dive into what baptism and the Lord's Supper mean to us. Are we saved because of them or do we do them because we are saved? What are specifics for how we are to take part in them? We answer these questions and so many more.
Published 03/24/22
Often, God's plan doesn't make sense to us. But is He still in control? Will He bring good from it? And can we trust Him? The answer is yes even when things still don't make sense. Join us as Greg and RD approach this topic Biblically and from their personal experiences.
Published 03/17/22