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The Kingdom of God is often thought of as a great future reality equated with Heaven. So why does Jesus say "The Kingdom is at hand?" In this episode we explore this major theme of scripture and why it matters for believers today. Catalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  This season, we're talking about what you believe and why it matters. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

The miracle of salvation is a source of unending worship and joy for many believers. But what does it mean to "be saved?" In this episode, we discuss the glorious doctrine of Salvation and its implications for the Christian life. Catalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  This season, we're talking about what you believe and why it matters. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

What does it mean to be "made in the image of God?" In this episode, we discuss the important implications of this doctrine which begins in Genesis 1. Also in this episode, we'll discuss how this doctrine should shape our thinking on topics like race, gender, sexuality, and many more. Catalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  This season, we're talking about what you believe and why it matters. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

What is Sin and why does the Bible make such a big deal about it? In this episode, we discuss the sobering reality of sin and our need for a savior. Also in this episode, we'll ask tough questions like "are all sins equal, or are some worse than others?"Catalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  This season, we're talking about what you believe and why it matters. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

Where does our Theology come from? Can we trust the Bible? What should Christians do with their Bibles?Catalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  This season, we're talking about what you believe and why it matters. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

In this new season for the Podcast, we discuss knowing what you believe and why it matters. We'll be talking about Theology throughout the season. This episode asks the question "Why study theology?"Win 1 of 2 FREE books by emailing Jeff: Jeff@catalyst-church.orgCatalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  This season, we're talking about what you believe and why it matters. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

How does Christmas help us rejoice? The point of Christmas is not simply that we would know about Jesus' birth. It's meant to produce a life of faith. How can we live a life of faith in light of Christmas?Catalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  Part of marveling at Christ is rejoicing in Christ and that’s what we want to help you do through this podcast. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

He's the villain of the Christmas story: King Herod. How does Herod play into our understanding of the Christmas story and why does it matter? As we reflect on the wicked actions of this ruler, what is Matthew intending to show us?Catalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  Part of marveling at Christ is rejoicing in Christ and that’s what we want to help you do through this podcast. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

Who were the Magi and how did they know about Jesus? While we often see the Wisemen in every nativity set, they didn't arrive until much later after Jesus' birth...so why are they part of the Christmas story? Did they really follow a star? Catalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  Part of marveling at Christ is rejoicing in Christ and that’s what we want to help you do through this podcast. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

What does it mean that Mary was with child "from the Holy Spirit?" Does this mean Jesus was less than human? Why does this matter for Christmas and how does it help us rejoice?The book we mentioned: Superheroes Can't Save YouCatalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  Part of marveling at Christ is rejoicing in Christ and that’s what we want to help you do through this podcast. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

As we read the Christmas story, we often see verses quoted from the Old Testament or the biblical author mention that Christ is “fulfilling” a verse. How did Jesus fulfill God’s promises?  Why does this matter and does it impact our celebration of Christmas? How does this reminder help us rejoice? In this episode, we work through 4 of these prophecies concerning Jesus. Ligonier Article: Prophecy and FulfillmentAndrew Peterson - Behold the Lamb of GodCatalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  Part of marveling at Christ is rejoicing in Christ and that’s what we want to help you do through this podcast. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

Why do Matthew and Luke care so much about Jesus’ family tree? Once we get past the funny names, what does this show us about who Jesus is and who God is? What are we supposed to do with them? How can this help us rejoice? Catalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  Part of marveling at Christ is rejoicing in Christ and that’s what we want to help you do through this podcast. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/

What was the world like in the days leading up to Jesus’ birth and how does it differ from our own context? How does reflecting on this impact how we understand the birth of Christ? How does this help us to rejoice?Catalyst Church exists to be a healthy church within walking distance of CNU that helps people everywhere marvel at Christ in all of life.  Part of marveling at Christ is rejoicing in Christ and that’s what we want to help you do through this podcast. Find out more by visiting our website or connecting with us on social media:https://www.catalyst-church.org/https://www.instagram.com/1catalystchurch/https://www.facebook.com/churchcatalyst/