In this week's episode we talk about the ordinances, baptism and the Lord's Supper and how they are visual depictions of the word in our gathered worship. We then dive first into baptism, what it signifies, who should receive it and why mode of baptism is important. What do we mean by “See the Word”? What are the ordinances and why do Baptists prefer the term “ordinances” to “sacraments”? Briefly cover different views. What is believer’s baptism? Who should be baptized? Why do we make such a big deal about the mode of baptism (by immersion)? Why does Faith require baptism by immersion for mem ..read more

On this week's episode we talk about the differences between cessationism and continuationism and why it's important. We also look at how brothers and sisters in Christ can disagree charitably on this issue. What do cessationists believe? What do continuationists believe? What passages would lead one to believe in continuationism? cessationism? What does Faith Baptist believe? What do you believe and why? Where does this fall on the theological triage? Is this a gospel issue? Also, explain theological triage? What if I disagree with my brother over this? Books to read to learn more? Listener ..read more

SUMMARY: Change can be difficult for most people, but as human beings it's inevitable. Some changes are unhealthy, but some are necessary, needed and our fruitful. In this episode we discuss how to evaluate and approach change in the life of the church and what the Bible has to say about change. REFERENCES: Idolatry on Sunday Mornings - Part 1 (Sound Plus Doctrine Podcast) Idolatry on Sunday Mornings - Part 2 (Sound Plus Doctrine Podcast) @SovereignGraceMusic EPISODE NOTES: Why a podcast on church change?  Why do churches change?  We do Christian’s struggle with change?  When is change health ..read more

Introduction:  Our aim is to encourage the saints of Faith Baptist Fellowship to believe sound doctrine and to live lives that adorn the gospel of Jesus Christ.  Questions  Why do think about how to go to church – isn’t it common sense?  What is so special to a Christian about the gathering of the local church on the Lord’s Day?  Right and wrong ways to view the gathering?  Right and wrong ways to approach the singing time?  Right and wrong ways to listen to a sermon?  How can I most beneficially approach fellowship at church?  Should I expect to r ..read more

Introduction:  Our aim is to encourage the saints of Faith Baptist Fellowship to believe sound doctrine and to live lives that adorn the gospel of Jesus Christ.  Today’s Sponsor: iForgive App  How do we read and interpret the Scriptures?  Is there a biblically accurate and consistent method we should strive for? – Shannon Begeman  In a recent encounter someone asked me if Faith Baptist was “fire and brimstone” teaching?!  Where or why is Baptist associated with “fire and brimstone”? – Anonymous John 15:2 says every branch of mine that does not bear fruit he takes ..read more

Introductory Comments:  Check us out on Instragram @SoundinFaithPodcast   Get Podcast and church merch at FaithSF.com/store  Discussion Notes: Can you give a refresher on last week’s podcast? What is biblical theology and why is it important?  Why so much “theology”? Isn’t “theology” often academic and impractical?  What is systematic theology?  How is systematic theology different from biblical theology?  Why is systematic theology important?  How does one go about studying systematic theology?  Are there any dangers associated with systematic the ..read more

Introductory Comments:  How’s your Bible reading plan going? Have you hit Leviticus? It can be easy to lose the “big picture” of the Bible sometimes.   What do we mean by “Biblical theology?”   How does Biblical theology help us understand and interpret the Bible?  Ultimately what (or who) is the Bible all about?  How does Biblical theology differ from systematic theology? Why do we need both?  What are some examples of Biblical theology (e.g. sacrificial lamb, Jesus the Good Shepherd, the prophet, the priest, the king, etc.)?   What are some cauti ..read more

Can you recap some of the ground covered in the last episode? What do you mean when you say, “a culture of discipleship”? Describe the difference between informal and formal discipleship. Can informal discipleship be “planned” or “programmed”? How does the leadership intend to see a culture of discipleship grow at Faith? How does discipleship relate to outreach, evangelism, and missions? Help, I want to be discipled, what should I do? Help, I have never discipled anyone! Where do I begin? Listener Questions: What are you thoughts of the “He Get’s Us” ads? -Anonymous Why don’t we celebrate L ..read more

Recap: What is the Bethlehem Conference? Why do they call it “Serious Joy”?  Why do we invest in pastor conferences each year?  What was the theme of this year’s conference?  What were some memorable quotes and lessons learned? (Share in turn for the rest of the time.)  Michael Reeves - The Lord of the Church “God has put all the authority in the universe under Christ’s feet. You can put your problems there too.”  “If We could see the final end, we would see that our enemies are doing all that we wanted them to do.”   Lewis Guest - The Nature of the ..read more

A sneak preview of what is to come as we prepare to launch our full show next week on Friday, 10/6/2023. Subscribe today on iTunes or Spotify ..read more