In episode #38, Pastors Matthew and Toby talk with Dr Steve Swartz about Ai in church life: where it can serve, where it harms, and how to keep meditation on Scripture central. We talk benefits, dangers, common counterfeits, and a simple church posture you can start using this week.
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In episode 37, Toby Young is joined by writer and founder of Redeeming Productivity, Reagan Rose, to explore what it means to get things done for the glory of God.
Together, they unpack the theology behind productivity, the dangers of hustle culture, the contrast between secular systems and biblical stewardship, and how the gospel transforms the way Christians manage time, work, and purpose.
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In episode 36, we’re joined by writer and speaker Samuel Sey to confront the uncomfortable reality of racism within the reformed evangelical world.We explore the biblical definition of racism as partiality, the errors of Critical Race Theory, the resurgence of kinism, and the only sufficient solution—the gospel of Jesus Christ.🎧 Guest: Samuel Sey – SlowToWrite.com
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In episode #35, Pastors Matthew and Toby sit down with a group of pastors from around New Zealand to talk about the joys and challenges of pastoral life.
From unseen struggles to unexpected encouragements, this conversation reflects on the real cost and reward of shepherding God’s people.
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In episode #34 Pastor Matthew sits down with regular guest Dave Hubbard who is a brother in Christ, 10 times World Champion, and who has just won the most prestigious wave riding competition in the world; Hawaii's Pipeline Championship. Connect with us online:
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Birthed it, nurtured it, and now we take a walk with it in the garden.
In episode #33 we are joined once again by Dr. Mike Riccardi and also Pastor Josh Mills to discuss the distinguishing marks of Reformed Dispensationalism. Importantly, we take a deep dive into the Garden and what that means for the first and Second Adam. Connect with us online:
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In this episode, Pastor Matthew sits down with Principal Gavin Clark of Hastings Christian School to reflect upon the blessing of Christian education.
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In this episode, Pastors Matthew and Toby are joined by Kevin Swanson to explore the battleground of worldviews in today's culture and how parents can equip the next generation to stand firm in biblical truth. Together, they discuss the importance of discipling children in the faith, navigating challenges in education, and grounding families in the gospel.
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In this episode, Pastors Matthew and Toby are joined by Samuel Sey to discuss the challenges and dangers of Christ-less conservatism, examining how biblical truth must always underpin our worldview and engagement with cultural issues.
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In episode #29 Pastors Matthew and Toby are joined with Landon Miller, pastor of Aiea Heights Church in Hawaii to talk about the dynamics of Sabbaticals, Suffering, and Sanctification.
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In episode #28, Pastor Matthew is joined once again by Dave Hubbard from Kauai, Hawaii. Together, they dive into a conversation about Jesus Christ and the life we live for Him while pursuing what God places in front of us.
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In episode #27, we are joined by Marco Bovino from Grace Community Church and talk about the importance of Gospel Assurance through the doctrine of "The Perseverance of the Saints".
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In episode #26, we are joined by Pastor Phil Henderson and Pastor Andre Bay to discuss the importance of solid biblical training and introduce the new Trinity Theology Institute.
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In episode #25 we are joined by our very own Janneke Kirikiri and hear her story, raised conservative, shifting to Pentecostalism, and then eventually returning. Follow Janneke online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconservativepentecostal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/conservativepentecostal Connect with us online: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nolastingcitypodcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoLastingCity_ Riverbend Bible Church: Website: https://riverbend.org.nz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/riverbendbiblechurch
In episode #24 we are once again joined by our friend Dr. James Dolezal and dive deep into the Transcendence and Immanence of our God.
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In episode #23 Pastor Matthew Johnston is joined by 10x World Champion Dave Hubbard from Hawaii to discuss God’s glory as life’s pursuit and Dave’s recent World Champion win on the 2023 World Bodyboard Tour.
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In episode #22 we are joined once again by Dr. Mike Riccardi and Dr. Peter Sammons to discuss the distinguishing marks of Reformed Dispensationalism.
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In episode #21 we are joined by Dr. Joel Beeke to discuss the dynamics of reformed experiential preaching, family life, and more.
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In Episode #20 we are joined by our dear friend Mike Riccardi and discuss his recent book "To Save Sinners" and the doctrine of The Atonement. Pick up this book here: https://wipfandstock.com/9781666746105/to-save-sinners/?fbclid=IwAR1jZEMoOwo8deTpOfGpq33bJncNDkeJiyvPcsYrjDN62Yjo687jJDdz7MA and use the code "ATONEMENT" to get 40% off for a limited time.
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In Episode #19 we are joined by Richard Barcellos and talk with him about his days at The Master’s Seminary and Rich’s move to 1689 Federalism, along with our different views on covenant theology as Reformed Dispensationalists.
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