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Will Harley was reading through the book "Without Flesh," and He and Dave talk about one chapter in the book about the power of words (although Dave may only want to talk about his most recent favorite Dad jokes).  While it may seem like we are just geeking out on theology (which, if we're honest, we like to do), but the words we speak, whether in church or in the home, have a powerful creative impact on those who hear them (even if it's dad jokes creating laughter or eye rolls).     Casting Nets https://castingnetspod.podbean.com/ Email: castingnetspod@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/castingnetspodcast Listen also on Youtube: 

Today we welcome Susan L. Fink, the author of "Selfcare: Selfish or Sacred." Susan joins us to discuss 10 myths Christians hold about self-care and how we as Christians are called to take care of ourselves and others.  For more information:  www.susanlfink.com www.amazon.com   Casting Nets https://castingnetspod.podbean.com/ Email: castingnetspod@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/castingnetspodcast Listen also on Youtube: 

A fun activity for dads to do with their children, go through the scary monsters of the Bible! What makes them scary?  Discover with us the role of scary monsters in the spiritual education of your children.   Rahab (Job 9, 29, and Isaiah 51:9) Angels (Lutheran satire video https://youtu.be/E0_Drk-nCrI)  Leviathan (Job 3, Job 41, Isaiah 27:1) Dragon (Revelation 12) Beasts of the Sea and Land (Revelation 13) Locusts (Revelation 9)   and others... Casting Nets https://castingnetspod.podbean.com/ Email: castingnetspod@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/castingnetspodcast Listen also on Youtube:  #WELS #monsters #leviathon #behemoth #dragon #angels

A paper given in 1986 (36 years ago) have any bearing on us today? (I just realized today it's on the WLS essays site).    yes, because people are people, and church attitudes tend to resurface, especially sinful ones for Devil likes to recycle).   Topics Small Church mentality is different than a large church mentality Danger of a pastor having the wrong mentality in a small church setting. Addressing small church challenges (poor self image, finances and resources, and isolation) Blessings of a small church setting (intimate use of the means of grace and development of gifts) Why encourage your pastor to work to be a better pastor?  Listen to  https://castingnetspod.podbean.com/e/episode-119-professional-growth/ #WELS #ministry #smallchurch

We welcome Rochelle Manzano (LMFT, SAC-IT, EMDR, BD-TMH), licensed marriage and family therapist with Christian Family Solutions.   https://christianfamilysolutions.org/about/provider-staff/rochelle-manzano/ Topics we talked about: Overcoming mental health stigmas Identifying at-risk teens and PTSD. Markers parents use to identify mental health issue in their teen(s).   Keeping the lines of communication open in the home. What does the Christian church do well in addressing teen mental health, and what areas can it improve? Casting Nets https://castingnetspod.podbean.com/ Email: castingnetspod@gmail.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/castingnetspod #WELS #teenmentalhealth 

Pastor Harley and Pastor Ruddat pick their top prayers of the Bible.  What are your top 5 prayers of the Bible? Here are our "Honorable Mentions" Genesis 18:16-33 Psalm 139 1 Kings 18 2 Kings 6:17 Daniel 9:11-19 our top 5 5.  Habakkuk 3:2-19 4.  Acts 4:24 3.  1 Kings 8:22-53 2.  Acts 7:60 1.  ?????  What are your top 5?  comment below (facebook) or sent us an email at castingnetspod@gmail.com

Pastor Ruddat and his brother Jon Ruddat talk about different techniques they have used in their prayer lives, and most importantly, MODEL them.  * Lord’s Prayer * ACTS (Adoration, Confession,Thanksgiving,Supplication) * Praying through the scriptures * Impromptu prayers  * 5 finger prayer (Thumb - Those closest to me; Pointer - those who lead the way (pastors, teachers); Middle finger - those in authority; Ring finger -  those who are weak; Pinky finger - myself.)   Jon's many hats Outside the Box Used Books and Discount Goods Website designer Accomplishing Success   #Prayer, #prayingthroughthescriptures, #ACTSprayer

Doxology, is it biblical? Q&A "Should I look for a visible answer to my prayer?

Aside from horror movies, our culture doesn't like to dwell on evil. How come we have evil in our lives, and what are the four ways God delivers us from evil? What to do when the the answer to "Why did God allow THIS to happen to me?" is elusive.

The Petition Christians have the most trouble with. Part I: "Forgive us our sins." Part 2: "As we forgive each other"

Give us this our Daily Bread Q&A: Why doesn’t God send manna from heaven everyday?

What is the hardest prayer to pray? Listen as we look at "Thy WIll Be Done." Q&A: If it God’s will that people believe in Jesus, why doesn’t he just make everyone believe in Jesus?

Did you know God has 3 kingdoms, power, grace, glory? Find out how the three kingdoms interact with the kingdoms of this earth? Q&A: How Does God’s kingdom interact with the governments of this world?

How do Christians keep God's Name Holy when they pray, "Hallowed be thy name?" Let's talk about the first petition of the Lord's Prayer. Q&A: Which one of God's name are actually His name, and which ones are His titles?

How you start your prayer says something about what you believe and your faith. Let's look at the Address of the Lord's prayer Q&A: When do we pray to God the Father, God the Son, or God the Holy Spirit?

Everything Jesus taught about prayer in the Gospels... in 10 minutes... Question and Answer: What is the correct posture for prayer?

As we wrap up our discussion on Leviticus we give you some of our take aways and focus on the point of it all... Jesus Christ. May the Lord bless you as you walk with us as we give you one more thing.

Today we talk about the designs God has for us to remain in the state of holiness. How often our sinful nature distorts what God has given as gift.