Formed

Dec 11 2024 71 ep. 38 mins 5

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We believe that as Christians, we are constantly being formed in the way of Jesus for the sake of the world. We desire to be transformed people who experience vibrant spiritual growth and we want the Spirit of God to shape us more and more into the likeness of Jesus. Join Dr. Barry Jones, Sissy Mathew, and Isaac Harris each week as they navigate relevant topics through honest conversations.

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Ep. 71 - Dinosaurs, Tattoos & Roles in Marriage

Dec 11 2024 37 mins

Barry, Sissy, and Isaac are back to answer questions around a plethora of topics. Left over questions from the Let's Talk About It series, the crew discusses why dinosaurs aren't in the Bible, if tattoos are a sin, the roles of a husband and wife in marriage, and more. The crew wraps up the episode with some banter around surprising facts about themselves and Sissy has a comedy car

Ep. 70 - Let's Talk About Money and the Church

Dec 05 2024 41 mins

Barry, Sissy, and Isaac are back to answer questions about the relationship between the church, our faith, and money. Why isn't generosity listed as a fruit of the spirit? Can Christians have luxury items? Is it better to give often or give more at once? Why did Jesus talk about money so much? What about a scarcity mindset? This episode is in supplement to a recent sermon series a

Ep. 69 - Let's Talk About Sexuality & the Church (Part Two)

Nov 26 2024 42 mins

Barry, Sissy, and Isaac are back to answer questions about the relationship between the church, our faith, and sexuality. Is there scripture on the topic of transgender? Is attending a wedding of someone engaging in sexual beliefs outside your own an endorsement? How can the church improve in talking about sexual education in church settings? What does the Bible say about masturbat

Ep. 68 - Let's Talk About Sexuality and the Church (Part One)

Nov 21 2024 41 mins

Barry, Sissy, and Isaac are back to answer questions about the relationship between the church, our faith, and sexuality. Is there scripture on the topic of homosexuality? What does God say about homosexuality and marriage? What about Jesus never talking about homosexuality? Can you live sexual lives outside the context of marriage and be Christian contributing to the mission of Go

Ep. 67 - Let's Talk About Civility and the Church

Nov 13 2024 34 mins

Barry, Sissy, and Isaac are back to answer questions about the relationship between the church, your faith, and civility. What does disgreement feel so personal and attacking now? How do you respect differing beliefs while speaking truth? What can we learn from the church in Rome? How do we survive holidays with family members who feel the opposite of you? The crew wraps up the epi

Ep. 66 - Let's Talk About Relationships and the Church

Nov 06 2024 34 mins

Barry, Sissy, and Isaac are back to answer questions about the relationship between the church, your faith, and relationships. Why is loneliness an epidemic? Can I just be alone? Why are relationships harder when you get older? How has social media changed relationships? How can an introvert have good relationships? The crew wraps up the episode by giving their top duos/friendships

Ep. 65 - Let's Talk About Technology & the Church

Oct 30 2024 36 mins

Barry, Sissy, and Isaac are back to answer questions about the relationship between the church, your faith, and technology. What is the best age to get your first cell phone? How do you navigate technology with your kids? How do we not let our devices shape us? What resources would you recommend on this topic? The crew wraps up the episode by going through their phones and playing

Ep. 64 - Let's Talk About Mental Health

Oct 24 2024 29 mins

Barry, Sissy, and Isaac are back to answer questions about the relationship between the church, your faith, and mental health. Can you be "ok" spiritually, but not mentally? What about antidepressants and anti-anxiety medication? Why has the church struggled talking about mental health? How do you love a narcissist family member well? The crew wraps up the episode by talking about

Ep. 63 - Let's Talk About Politics & the Church

Oct 18 2024 37 mins

Barry, Sissy, and Isaac are back to answer questions about the relationship between the church, your faith, and politics. What makes this an important election? What does the Bible say about not voting? What were the politics of Jesus' day? How do I have relationships with people who share different political opinions? This episode is in supplement to a new sermon series at IBC cal

Ep. 62 - Why Do Christians Give?

Oct 02 2024 32 mins

From passing the plate to giving online, why do Christians give? Barry, Sissy, and Isaac are back to talk about being generous and why God calls us to give. Where does the idea of the "10%" come from? Where in scripture does it talk about giving? If you give to a missionary or non-profit instead of church, does that "count?" How does giving affect our spiritual growth? The crew wra