Snake on the Table

Dec 10 2024 34 ep. 25 mins 6
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Reformation Church pastors, Jerry Dorris and Tanner Cartwright, hash out tough and often taboo topics.

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SNAKE 31: Should Married People Desire Time Away from Their Spouse?

Dec 10 2024 24 mins  
Is "alone time" in marriage healthy or harmful? Pastor Tanner Cartwright and Jerry Dorris tackle this sensitive topic with biblical wisdom and practical insight. We explore the difference between needing occasional space for spiritual reflection versus wanting to escape from family life. Learn why some desire for "alone time" might signal deeper marriage issues, while other forms o

SNAKE 30: Are Women’s Ministries and Women-Led Bible Studies Valuable?

Dec 05 2024 23 mins  
The hidden dangers in women's Bible studies are more common than you might think. Join pastors Jerry Dorris and Tanner Cartwright as they tackle the controversial topic of women's ministries and Bible studies in today's church. Drawing from their pastoral experience at Reformation Church, they explore what Scripture actually teaches about older women mentoring younger women, and wh

SNAKE 29: Should Pastors Be Fat?

Dec 03 2024 16 mins  
Should pastors be overweight? We tackle this challenging question head-on in today's episode of Snake on the Table. Join Jerry Dorris and Tanner Cartwright as we explore what it means for pastors to be "above reproach" when it comes to physical health and self-control.We examine this sensitive topic from multiple angles, discussing historical examples like Spurgeon and modern-day c

SNAKE 28: What Should a Wife Do If Her Husband Can’t Stand Her Family?

Nov 28 2024 27 mins  
Family friction can tear marriages apart. In this episode, we tackle a challenging situation: What should a wife do when her husband refuses to spend time with her family? Through biblical wisdom and practical advice, we explore the delicate balance between honoring your spouse and maintaining family relationships. Pastors Jerry and Tanner dive deep into 1 Peter 3, examining how wi

SNAKE 27: How Do We Rightly Teach Children to Hate the Things God Hates?

Nov 26 2024 23 mins  
How can Christians love their enemies while also hating the enemies of God? Join Tanner and Jerry as they tackle this seeming paradoxical biblical concept through a practical lens. With real-world examples and biblical wisdom, they discuss how to teach children to hate the enemies of God while showing Christ-like love to them. This episode breaks down how Christians can actively op

SNAKE 26.5: The Antioch Declaration and Surrounding Controversies

Nov 23 2024 33 mins  
The Antioch Statement has sparked controversy in the Reformed church. What's really going on? We tackle this divisive issue head-on, breaking down the timeline of events and analyzing the statement's implications. Is it truly about combating racism, or is there more beneath the surface? We discuss the role of memes in modern communication, the dangers of elevating historical narrat

SNAKE 26: How Does a Church Get Started Doing Evangelism?

Nov 21 2024 19 mins  
Street evangelism isn't complex - it's in simple. There are approachable methods that most churches overlook. In this candid discussion, Jerry Dorris and Tanner Cartwright share practical insights on starting street evangelism ministries, from prayer stations to open-air preaching.Learn how to begin with "spider evangelism" - an accessible approach where anyone in your church can p

SNAKE 25: What Should a Wife Do If Her Husband Isn’t Leading Spiritually?

Nov 19 2024 13 mins  
Should wives confront weak spiritual leadership? We tackle this sensitive topic with biblical truth and practical wisdom. In this episode, we discuss the delicate balance between a wife's biblical submission and her responsibility to address her husband's spiritual leadership shortcomings. We explore Scripture's guidance on confronting sin, the role of prayer, and when to involve c

SNAKE 24: How Can a Man Be the Spiritual Leader of His Home?

Nov 14 2024 19 mins  
In this episode of "Snake on the Table," we delve into the question: How Can a Man Be the Spiritual Leader of His Home? Join Tanner Cartwright and Jerry Dorris from Reformation Church in Shelbyville, Kentucky, as we discuss the essence of being a spiritual leader in your family. We tackle how to evaluate your spiritual leadership, the importance of praying and reading scriptures wi

SNAKE 23: Should Witches Be Killed?

Nov 12 2024 28 mins  
In this episode of "Snake on the Table," we take a look at God's disposition toward witchcraft. Guest, Austin Keeler from Reformation Church in Shelbyville, Kentucky, joins Jerry to tackle topics like witchcraft's rise, its impact on society, and what the Bible says about it. We discuss biblical teachings, such as Exodus 22:18, and confront cultural norms head-on, challenging Chris