BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about Galatians 6.1-18. They discuss spiritual maturity, Christian generosity, and how the measure of our generosity directly impacts the generosity God demonstrates toward us. They also share how numbers-based evangelism is a fleshly, self-focused, approval-seeking false Gospel. APPLICATION QUESTIONS What do you use to measure your Christian maturity against others’? When is it most difficult for you to be generous with your: 1) time; 2) abilities; 3) money; 4) possessions with: 1) non-Christians; 2) Christians; 3) Christian/Ministry Leaders? How is living a Spirit-filled life amidst your job, friends, and family be a truer, more effective form of evangelism than simply telling people about the “Roman’s road” or praying a “sinner’s” prayer? Why might this be more difficult? ACTIVATION STEPS Ask the Holy Spirit to put on your mind 3 people (a non-Christian, Christian, and a Christian/ministry leader) that you are to intentionally care for and sacrificially be generous toward. Then, implement this over the next few days. DID WE USE YOUR JOKE? Email us by clicking the following link: https://cultivaterelationships.com/contact Be sure to include in your email: • your name • mailing address • which episode • specify the gift you want SHOW LINKS • Bible Tools & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/ • The Blessed Life, by Robert Morris: https://a.co/d/cDCMC4Y • The Spirituality of Fundraising: https://a.co/d/d7UD0wU • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Dad Jokes 4:27 Galatians 6.1-5 - Pt 1: Spiritual vs Unspiritual (Fleshly) 17:15 Galatians 6.1-5 - Pt 2: Spiritual vs Unspiritual (Fleshly) 28:33 Galatians 6.6-10: Christians Genersouly Care for People 43:55 Galatians 6.11-18: Numbers-Based Evangelism vs Exampling Jesus 1:02:36 Application & Activation

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about Galatians 5.1-26. They discuss how faith in Jesus brings freedom from the Law and sin; while the Law only brings meaningless mutilation. They also contrast the fruit of living in the flesh with the Holy Spirit and living in the flesh with the Holy Spirit. APPLICATION QUESTIONS When or with whom is it most difficult for you to trust the Holy Spirit? Into what circumstances, relationships, or areas of your life have you not invited the Holy Spirit’s opinion? ACTIVATION STEPS Discuss with a family member, friend, or spouse the areas above. Develop a plan with that person to encourage and equip you to trust the Holy Spirit and live in agreement with how He designed you. DID WE USE YOUR JOKE? Email us by clicking the following link: https://cultivaterelationships.com/contact Be sure to include in your email: • your name • mailing address • which episode • specify the gift you want SHOW LINKS • Bible Tools & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/ • Gnosticism: https://rumble.com/v3zpwpa • Jesus Is Perfect Humanity: https://rumble.com/v2jexb0 • You Are God's Image & Likeness: https://rumble.com/v2jjhlm • Walking In Step with the Holy Spirit https://rumble.com/v2jjm6i • A Discussion About Jesus' Humanity https://rumble.com/v2ganne • A discussion about Doing What Jesus Did https://rumble.com/v2gdfju • UnLove Book https://www.lulu.com/spotlight/cultivaterelationships/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Dad Jokes 2:13 Galatians 5.1-12 - Pt 1: If Circumcision = Righteousness… Then Cut It All Off 27:57 Galatians 5.1-12 - Pt 2: If Circumcision = Righteousness… Then Cut It All Off 44:26 Galatians 5.13-21: Flesh - Spirit = Law → Unhealthy Fruit (Distorted Design) 1:09:45 Galatians 5.22-26: Flesh + Spirit = Freedom → Healthy Fruit (God’s Design) 1:20:00 Application & Activation

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about Galatians 4.1-31. They discuss how the Law is immature and will (in 70 AD) melt away because the mature (Jesus) has come. They also discuss Paul's analogies of the Law (Hagar) and the Promise (Sarah). APPLICATION QUESTIONS Considering that the Law was fulfilled in Jesus along with the real destruction of its practices and rituals during the destruction of Jerusalem, why do we often read Scripture as a Law book for living (a list of dos and don’ts)? What concerns are there if we stopped looking at Scripture as a behavior manual and salvation as behavior modification? ACTIVATION STEPS What creative or new way might you try this week to connect with God that doesn’t involve a “study” of Scriptures? DID WE USE YOUR JOKE? Email us by clicking the following link: https://cultivaterelationships.com/contact Be sure to include in your email: • your name • mailing address • which episode • specify the gift you want SHOW LINKS • Bible Tools & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/ • The Identity Guide: https://cultivaterelationships.com/the-identity-guide/ • The Freedom Booklet: https://cultivaterelationships.com/the-freedom-booklet/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Dad Jokes 4:04 Galatians 4.1-11 - Pt 1: The Law Is Immaturity, Not Maturity -> When the Mature Came It "Melted" Away 16:07 Galatians 4.1-11 - Pt 2: The Law Is Immaturity, Not Maturity -> When the Mature Came It "Melted" Away 28:38 Galatians 4.12-20: Paul Appeals to Their Former Fondness For Him 36:46 Galatians 4.21-31: The Promise (Sarah) & The Law (Hagar) 48:53 Application & Activation

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about Galatians 3.1-29. They discuss how the Law was not God's original design; but rather, it was a babysitter for the immature Israelites who didn't want a personal relationship with God. APPLICATION QUESTIONS In your relationships (i.e., parents, spouse, children, friends, siblings, etc.) when or with what issue is it easier to have rigid expectations rather than flexible adaptability? Why is this the case? What have been the outcomes in the relationship or issue because of these rigid expectations? What outcomes has someone’s rigid expectations produced in you? When might rigid expectations be appropriate? ACTIVATION STEPS What might the Holy Spirit be leading you to do this week to help bring resolution to the issue or reconciliation to the relationships you discussed above? DID WE USE YOUR JOKE? Email us by clicking the following link: https://cultivaterelationships.com/contact Be sure to include in your email: • your name • mailing address • which episode • specify the gift you want SHOW LINKS • Bible Tools & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/ • How NOT to Read the Bible Video Series: https://rumble.com/playlists/JuRb0etLd7g • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Dad Jokes 4:45 Galatians 3.1-14 - Pt 1: We’re Not Justified by the Law So We Don’t Live by the Law 24:30 Galatians 3.1-14 - Pt 2: We’re Not Justified by the Law So We Don’t Live by the Law 38:29 Galatians 3.15-18: The Promise (Faith) Is Not Cancelled by the Law (Works) 47:28 Galatians 3.19-29: The Babysitter Until the Promise was Fulfilled 1:11:58 Application & Activation

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about Galatians 2.1-21. They discuss a timeline of Paul's life up until visiting Jerusalem a second time to deliver financial support. They also talk about how Paul had to confront Peter, Barnabas, and other Jewish Christians over their fear of being rejected by Jewish Christians from Jerusalem. APPLICATION QUESTIONS As a Christian, who in your life have you sought to impress or be accepted by, or not lose their favor or attention? How did you go about accomplishing this? What elements of your personality or behavior did you feel like you had to change for the person to accept you? Why did you want the person(s) approval? ACTIVATION STEPS Is there anyone you have put expectations on (i.e., things the person must do or change) for you to accept, forgive, or be in relationship with that person? Take some time this week to reach out to that person to apologize for putting on this person expectations. DID WE USE YOUR JOKE? Email us by clicking the following link: https://cultivaterelationships.com/contact Be sure to include in your email: • your name • mailing address • which episode • specify the gift you want SHOW LINKS • Bible Tools & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/ • Failure Series: https://cultivaterelationships.com/small-groups/series-2-failure/ • How To Apologize (Say, "I'm Sorry"): https://cultivaterelationships.com/small-group-videos/cwc-how-to-apologize/ • Assumptions & Expectations Series: https://cultivaterelationships.com/small-groups/series-3-assumptions/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Dad Jokes 4:48 Galatians & Acts Timeline 13:23 Galatians 2.1-10 - Paul's Jerusalem trip #2 and he submits to the Jerusalem Church leaders 43:03 Galatians 2.11-14 - Paul confronts the hypocrisy of Peter, Barnabas, and other Jewish Christians 59:15 Galatians 2.15-21 - Paul's thesis statement for the rest of his letter - Jesus + Anything = Nothing 1:13:12 Application & Activation

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about Galatians 1.1-24. They discuss how Paul is not bashful about sharing his story of Jesus' redemption in his life. They also talk about the background, setting, and date of Galatians. APPLICATION QUESTIONS What aspects of your past do you withhold from people due to the shame or regret it makes you feel? How has God redeemed you from your past? Without talking about your past, how might people glorify God for your redemption without the context of your past? ACTIVATION STEPS If you have not done this, share your story with a family member, friend, or spouse. If you’ve already done this, share where God is currently transforming or redeeming you. DID WE USE YOUR JOKE? Email us by clicking the following link: https://cultivaterelationships.com/contact Be sure to include in your email: • your name • mailing address • which episode • specify the gift you want SHOW LINKS • NASB Study Bible: https://a.co/d/9Mt0fQP • ESV Study Bible: https://a.co/d/9yzdSk4 • Hidden In Plain View: https://a.co/d/04tnAfO How (Not) To Read The Bible: https://a.co/d/0dZKrPl • Redating The New Testament: https://a.co/d/9Z8phbx • Rethinking The Dates Of The New Testament: https://a.co/d/dsj8k7r • The Apostle: A Life Of Paul: https://a.co/d/1GP0RVE • Bible Tools & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Unspoken prayer requests, Nathan humbled 8:38 Recommended resources, New Testament timeline 29:19 Galatians 1.1-7 - author, audience, setting, the distorted Gospel 50:59 Galatians 1.7-14 - Paul's contrary life to his former religious life (Philippians 3.1-13) 1:11:32 Galatians 1.15-24 - predestination, Paul's trip to Arabia, Paul's discipleship 1:33:17 Application & Activation

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about a few of their favorite Bible oddities, "coincidences", and threads. While this episode may not have any specific application or activation, we hope it peaks your interest in exploring the literary genius that is the Scriptures. APPLICATION QUESTIONS What are some questions or confusing passages of Scripture that have perplexed you? What are your favorite Bible oddities? ACTIVATION STEPS Simply, begin reading the Scriptures. A great place to start is the Gospel of Luke and the book of Acts. These two writings, authored by Luke, will give you a foundation into who Jesus is while explaining some of the Hebrew Scriptures associated with his life, death, and resurrection. DID WE USE YOUR JOKE? Email us by clicking the following link: https://cultivaterelationships.com/contact Be sure to include in your email: • your name • mailing address • which episode • specify the gift you want SHOW LINKS • Bible Tools & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 2:43 Zombie Evangelists, Undesigned Coincidences 31:15 Saved By A Foreskin, The Brick Bible 42:10 Goliath & Golgatha 1:03:08 Giant Demon Babies, The Movie: Noah, The Movie: Exodus 1:24:25 Disappearing Sword Trick, Jesus is Hangry, Light Before Lights

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about how despair (depression) is the hopeless state in which we choose not release our circumstances and relationships to God — that is the Father’s good character, Jesus’ redemption, or the Holy Spirit’s empowerment. They share how depression holds on to our rights, desires, beliefs, and expectations of how we think a circumstance should work out or a person should behave. APPLICATION QUESTIONS When or with who do you seem to lack peace, feel a lack of focus and clarity, or feel a lack of resolution? With your answer to the previous question, how do you generally cope with these feelings (what do you do, where do you go, with whom do you spend time)? Control? Distract? Medicate? What achievement would make you feel successful? What circumstance would make you feel satisfied? Whose attention would make you feel significant? What OTHER factors have you dealt with or struggle with that contribute to your lack of hope or resolution? ACTIVATION STEPS Discuss the above questions with a trusted friend, family member, or spouse. Then, work through The Freedom Booklet to help you resolve the circumstance or the person’s behavior that has make you lack peace, feel a lack of focus or clarity, or where you feel a lack of resolution? DID WE USE YOUR JOKE? Email us by clicking the following link: https://cultivaterelationships.com/contact Be sure to include in your email: • your name • mailing address • which episode • specify the gift you want SHOW LINKS • Nefarious Movie: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0BZSJ46KZ/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r • The Identity Guide: https://cultivaterelationships.com/the-identity-guide/ • The Habit Tree: https://cultivaterelationships.com/the-habit-tree-worksheet/ • The Freedom Booklet: https://cultivaterelationships.com/the-freedom-booklet/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 1:56 Cain - the first self-fulfilling prophet of despair 21:11 2 Corinthians 4.7-10 and paralyzed and performance depression 52:13 Performance depression 1:14:10 Ways we prolong and exacerbate depression 1:43:40 Application & Activation

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about anger and how it is a behavior — words or actions — toward someone or something as a result of negative feelings being triggered in our hearts. They discuss how unhealthy anger (either internal ‘smolderer’ or external ‘exploder’) is a behavioral reaction to the belief that our satisfaction, security, or safety is being infringed upon. This belief, and ensuing behavior, hinders our own peace of mind and infringes upon others’ freedom. APPLICATION QUESTIONS Who have you yet to forgive and release to God? What desired outcomes of negative or uncomfortable circumstances and relationships have you yet to release to God? ACTIVATION STEPS Discuss the above questions with a trusted friend, family member, or spouse. Be sure to address when, how, or why you answered how you did. Then, work through The Freedom Booklet to help you resolve times you have felt unsafe, unloved, uncared for, or out of control. SHOW LINKS • The Identity Guide: https://cultivaterelationships.com/the-identity-guide/ • The Freedom Booklet: https://cultivaterelationships.com/the-freedom-booklet/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 7:04 Anger & Compassion - Ephesians 4.26-32 27:09 Smoldering Anger 48:24 Exploding Anger 1:09:40 Jesus righteous anger and God's kindness 1:27:59 Application & Activation

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about rejection and how it's a belief that our acceptance (or acceptability) is dependent upon what we do, what we produce, or how we behave. They also discuss how this belief hinders peace of mind and confidence in who God created us to be and what He designed us to do. APPLICATIONS QUESTIONS What has been your most painful experience of feeling insignificant or rejected? Who was the person(s) involved? In light of your answer to the previous questions: (1) How have you been affected? (2) How has your relationship with others been affected? (3) How has your relationship with Jesus been affected? ACTIVATION STEPS Take The Identity Guide and read through it, out loud, twice a day for the next week. Discuss the above questions with a trusted friend, family member, or spouse. Be sure to address when, how, or why you answered how you did. Then, when you will work through The Freedom Booklet to help you resolve areas of rejection in your heart and mind. SHOW LINKS • Expectations - Small Group Videos: https://cultivaterelationships.com/small-groups/series-3-assumptions/ • Bible Tools: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/ • The Identity Guide: https://cultivaterelationships.com/the-identity-guide/ • The Freedom Booklet: https://cultivaterelationships.com/the-freedom-booklet/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 4:31 Built up by significance, not worn down by rejection 25:55 Biblical examples of rejection. 48:30 Flavors of feeling rejected 1:10:07 3 foundational reasons we believe we are rejected. 1:32:29 Abide in Jesus' real, timely, and personal word for your life. 1:45:07 Application & Activation

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about fear (a.k.a., worry, doubt, anxiety, etc.) being the lie that we are more caring, responsible, just, resourceful, loving, good, and redeeming than God. They discuss how fear is ultimately not an issue of circumstance; but rather, it is an issue about what we trust. APPLICATION QUESTIONS What are you afraid of people knowing about you? What people do you constantly try to appease or make happy? What circumstances or possessions make you content, happy, or at peace? What is an acceptable or adequate place to live? How do you view people who are “better off” and “less than” you? What are you unwilling to give or part with to serve/trust God? What area or circumstances in life, when not in control, do you become emotionally, physically, or mentally stressed or burdened? ACTIVATION STEPS Discuss the above questions with a trusted friend, family member, or spouse. Be sure to address when, how, or why you answered how you did. Then, consider walking through The Freedom Booklet to help you repent for living in fear, worry, or anxiety. SHOW LINKS • The Freedom Booklet: https://cultivaterelationships.com/the-freedom-booklet/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 3:24 Holy Spirit (abundant life) vs The Enemy (steal, kill, destroy) 29:43 Fear: a signal that a God-given heart-need is being attacked. 50:56 3 Categories of Fear: Fear of the Unknown, Fear of Poverty, Fear of Man. 1:13:48 Fear: How to defend against it and how to attack it. 1:36:58 Application & Activation

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about how a Christian who receives the Heavenly Father’s love and forgiveness; is filled with the Spirit; and trusts Jesus’ life, death, and resurrection does not need to sin. They also discuss 1 John 5.1-21 and how believers can live their life sin free when their conscience is tuned into the Holy Spirit. APPLICATION QUESTIONS From who or what do you need permission to do the things the Holy Spirit is asking you to do (think of the things that brings you safety, security, and satisfaction)? ACTIVATION STEPS Pick one thing you know the Holy Spirit has asked you to do that makes you feel uncomfortable. Tell a trusted friend, family member, or spouse. Develop and implement a plan to accomplish (or least take the first required step) in fulfilling that thing. SHOW LINKS • Bible Tools: New Testament: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/new-testament/ • UnLove Book: https://www.lulu.com/spotlight/cultivaterelationships/ • Pints with Aquinas: https://www.youtube.com/@PintsWithAquinas • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 11:12 1 John 5.1-4 32:28 Being Right vs Being in Right Relationships 54:10 1 John 5.5-17 1:14:53 1 John 5.18-21 1:34:55 Closing

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about Jesus being fully human and how he can fully identify with us. They also discuss 1 John 4.1-21 and the gnostic origins behind the pessimistic nature of humanity and how this belief hinders humanity's ability to mature in Jesus and be led by him into freedom and victory over sin. APPLICATION QUESTIONS In difficult circumstances and with difficult people, what does abiding in Jesus look like for you? What thoughts, feelings, or behaviors do you have that trigger your awareness that you might not be abiding in Jesus? ACTIVATION STEPS Talk with a trusted, Spirit-filled family member, friend, or spouse about when it is most difficult for each of you to abide in Jesus. Develop a plan for how you will encourage one another when those moments come. Use last week’s activation step as a starting point. SHOW LINKS • Bible Tools: New Testament: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/new-testament/ • The Natural Ability of Man: https://www.lulu.com/shop/jesse-morrell/the-natural-ability-of-man-a-study-on-free-will-human-nature/paperback/product-1gv9nkz4.html?page=1&pageSize=4 • Bible Project Podcast: Images of God (4 Episodes): https://bibleproject.com/podcast/series/image-of-god-series/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 05:41 1-3 John Review 24:49 1 John 4.1-6; 2 John 7 42:09 How Gnosticism permeated the modern church. 1:03:20 1 John 4.7-21; 2 John 5-6; 3 John 11 1:31:26 Closing

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about 1-3 John (1 John 3.4-24; 2 John 1-6; 3 John 2-12) and how our proximity to Jesus isn't as important as our faith in him. They also discuss how what we practice (work at to improve) reveals our true loyalty: practicing rebellion against our design reveals our loyalty to the enemy, practicing living in right relationship with God and others reveals our loyalty to Jesus. APPLICATION QUESTIONS As a Christian, how have you demonstrated that you do not practice sin (self-righteousness / unrighteousness)? When is it most difficult for you to practice right relational living (righteousness)? ACTIVATION STEPS Assess this week when you are tempted to practice sin. Take note of the extent to which the following factors played a role in you giving into the temptation: 0 = not a factor / 4 = major factor Hunger / Type of Diet/Nutrition 0 1 2 3 4 Exhaustion (not from health) 0 1 2 3 4 Unresolved Frustrations 0 1 2 3 4 Unresolved Disappointments 0 1 2 3 4 External Pressures (others) 0 1 2 3 4 Internal Pressures (yourself) 0 1 2 3 4 Physical Health / Lack of Exercise 0 1 2 3 4 Using the factors that you selected 3 or 4, what might God be revealing to you about your lack of trust or dependence on Him in those areas? Prayerfully discussing with a close, trusted, Spirit-filled friend, what intentional steps might you need to take to grow in your trust or dependence on the Holy Spirit in those areas? SHOW LINKS • Bible Tools: New Testament: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/new-testament/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 03:52 1 John 3.1-10; 3 John 11-12 19:09 1 John 3.11-12; 3 John 11 37:36 1 John 3.13-22; 2 John 1-6 55:37 1 John 3:23-24; 3 John 2-8 1:05:33 Closing

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about 1-3 John (2 John 2.3-3.3) and how our focus determines our world view — whether light and walking with the Holy Spirit or darkness and rejecting God's empowerment. They also discuss antichrist, eschatology, and the Kingdom of Heaven spreading to fill the earth. APPLICATION QUESTIONS When is it difficult for you to believe that you are truly forgiven and free from your past? When is it most for you to believe you are empowered to be victorious over sin in your present and future? In what circumstances or relationships is it most difficult for you to believe that Jesus can truly and fully identify with you? ACTIVATION STEPS Using your responses from above, take the following actions: (1) Taking your most shameful past memory, work through The Freedom Booklet. Pay special attention to Step 9: Receive & Replace; (2) Taking your misbelief or disbelief about how God has empowered you to live victorious, sign up for Freedom Prayer – HCFBurnet.org/Freedom (App: “More”/ “HCF|Freedom”; (3) Prayerfully ask Jesus to reveal himself get into community to experience his answer. SHOW LINKS • The Freedom Booklet: https://cultivaterelationships.com/the-freedom-booklet/ • HCF|Freedom: https://hcfburnet.org/freedom • Online Prayer Ministry with Pastor Rusty & Nancy Russey: https://reliant.org/Rusty.Nancy.Russey • Bible Tools: New Testament: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/new-testament/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 01:30 1 John 2.3-6 27:43 1 John 2.8-11 & 2 John 5-7 47:34 1 John 2.11, 12-17 & 3 John 11-12 1:07:51 1 John 2.18-25 & 2 John 7-11 1:21:44 1 John 2.26-3.3, Application, & Activation

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about 1-3 John (1 John 1.1-2.2), Gnostic influences in the modern church, and how believers do not have to sin. They also discuss how our ability to experience full joy may only come as a result of serving and loving others. APPLICATION QUESTIONS: What specific relationship or situation currently make it challenging for you to feel joy? Additionally, what role have you played in contributing to this lack of joy in your life? ACTIVATION STEPS Purposefully surrender your expectations for the individual or situation to God and ask Him to give you His viewpoint. Then, write down three (3) distinct things for which you can express gratitude, whether related to the person or the circumstance, and offer praise to God for each one. Repeat this practice, with three (3) new items of thanksgiving, every night before bedtime for the next seven days. SHOW LINKS • Bible Tools: New Testament: https://cultivaterelationships.com/bible-tools/new-testament/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 04:22 1 John 1.1 21:37 1 John 1.1-6 42:58 1 John 1.7-2.2 & Application 1:04:45 Activation 1:15:09 Closing

Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about miracles they've experienced throughout their life and marriage. They also discuss how seeing miracles takes intentionality, humility, and release of expectations. SHOW LINKS • Seasons Song: https://youtu.be/QaEx2A7p9Dk?si=065FCIC4e8djEv9z • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 OPENING 03:17 PART 1 Nathan - Life Flight, Lungs Collapsed, Angel Nurse 22:41 PART 2 Marriage, Infertility, Field of Dreams Room 43:46 PART 3 Meeting Linda (Lydia), Adoption, Tattoos, Ireland 1:03:57 PART 4 Moving to Texas, Homeless, Rest & Release 1:10:08 CLOSING

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about Jude 1-16 and how believers are to live in a manner that agrees with their beliefs. They also discuss Gnosticism, apocryphal books, false teachers, along with how to avoid becoming a legalistic or liberal Christians. APPLICATION QUESTIONS What fruit has your choices produced in your life? What behaviors toward others (thoughts, words, actions) do you have that contradict your Biblical beliefs or principles? Why? ACTIVATION STEPS (1) Whose attention makes you feel valuable, loved, or important? Ask God why this person’s opinion matters so much. Ask Him to give you a word that reflect His opinion of who you are; (2) What achievement makes you feel successful, smart, or fulfilled? Ask God why this achievement matters so much. Ask Him to give you a word that reflects His empowerment of your abilities; (3) What circumstance makes you feel secure, safe, or comfortable? Ask God why this circumstance matters so much. Ask Him to give you a word that reflects His provision toward you. SHOW LINKS • The Babylon Bee: If Jesus' Resurrection Were A Hoax: https://youtu.be/23UNLLbOS3w • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 01:23 Jude 1-3 23:45 Jude 3-7 43:51 Jude 8-11 1:07:56 Jude 12-16 1:21:51 Application & Activation 1:32:56 Closing

BIBLE SCHOOL EDITION — Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about Gnosticism and its impact on the content of the New Testament along with its influence on the modern church. They also discuss ways Christians may be "gnostic" and not even realize it. SHOW LINKS • The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament: https://a.co/d/3OfJhYi • Rethinking the Dates of the New Testament: https://a.co/d/70a5Yue • The Natural Ability of Man: https://www.lulu.com/shop/jesse-morrell/the-natural-ability-of-man-a-study-on-free-will-human-nature/paperback/product-1gv9nkz4.html?page=1&pageSize=4 • Bible Project Podcast: Images of God (4 Episodes): https://bibleproject.com/podcast/series/image-of-god-series/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 Opening 01:22 Historical Background of Gnosticism 12:31 New Testament & Gnosticism Impact 29:27 New Testament Canon & Gnostic Writings 39:58 Gnostic Influence in Christianity Today 1:08:05 Why Gnosticism is Desirable AND Devastating 1:25:37 Closing

Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about pessimistic fear-inducing American-centric interpretations of Revelation, Spirit-led led decision-making, technology, whether or not Elon Musk is evil, and how social media is antagonistic to how our brains are wired. They also discuss how social justice, migrants, protestors, and people who tow the line are used as pawns to empower progressivism and liberal agendas that are in opposition to the Gospel message. SHOW LINKS • Revelation Class: https://cultivaterelationships.com/category/teachings/series-revelation/ • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 OPENING 05:29 PART 1 American-Centric View of End Times 13:26 PART 2 Gloomy Views of Revelation, Christian Freedom 28:03 PART 3 Mark of the Beast, Social Media, Electric Tech 42:25 PART 4 Consumer Responsibility, Social Engineering 59:46 PART 5 Social Gospel, Individual Purpose, Unity/Diversity 1:14:16 CLOSING

Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about how a Christian should respond to politics, voting, conspiracies, and war. They also discuss how our view of the world, the Kingdom of God, and His images (people) will determine our hope and peace. SHOW LINKS • End Times Teaching: https://cultivaterelationships.com/teachings/20201130-the-end-times-and-why-youll-want-to-be-left-behind/ • The Experimenter: https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B018J29QVE • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 OPENING 01:05 PART 1 Homeschooling, Conspiracy Theories, Redefining Terms 19:58 PART 2 Researching, Anchoring Yourself, Discernment 40:15 PART 3 Circumstantial Peace vs Transcendent Peace 58:45 PART 4 Influence, The Experimenter, Kingdom of Heaven 1:17:45 PART 5 Immature Christians, Avoiding Evil, God’s Heart 1:27:16 CLOSING

Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about how to encourage someone going through a hard time. They also discuss love languages, how to pray for someone, and how to respond when you don’t feel cared for. SHOW LINKS • 5 Love Languages: https://a.co/d/300XkHD • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 OPENING 01:51 PART 1 Encouragers, Empathy, Intentional Helping 12:03 PART 2 Abilities, Peace vs Pressure, God’s Agenda 23:30 PART 3 One-Way Forever, Routines, God’s Perspective 36:16 PART 4 Praying for Others, Pray Scripture, 5 Love Languages 49:22 PART 5 Community, Awkwardness of Presence, Comparison 59:33 CLOSING

Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about God giving people vision, hopes, and dreams along with the downfalls of trying to fulfill these through self-imposed expectations for how those should be accomplished. SHOW LINKS • Experiencing God: https://a.co/d/7y6IGW5 • Website & Resources: https://cultivaterelationships.com 00:00 OPENING 01:36 PART 1 Ambitions, Obedience, Pursuing Dreams 12:40 PART 2 Expectations, Faith, Risk, Sustainability 23:08 PART 3 Experiencing God, Partnerships & Performance 35:58 PART 4 Reflecting God’s Heart, Faith & Work 49:46 PART 5 Jesus Is In Charge, Seek God First 54:00 CLOSING

Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Scott Frerking about attending church while also living in intentional community with others. They also share their thoughts on mega-churches and house churches.

Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Jordan Cornelius about the spectrums of Christianity and their views on the authority of Scripture.

Nathan shoots the breeze with Andrew Orr about the role media production, social media, and live-streaming has in the modern church.

Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about how to read and study the Bible with the Holy Spirit. Lots of recommended resources in this one!

Nathan shoots the breeze with a man's man, Cole Bollier, about manly things and why men need to be more in touch with their feelings.

Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Jeremy Cotton about hearing God's voice, transitions in life, and resolving disappointment.

Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about social media and how the more "connected" we are the more disconnected we actually become.

Nathan shoots the breeze with Rebekah Jones about how to grieve the loss of loved ones in a healthy way. They also discuss running, eating disorders, self-hatred, purity culture, and unhealthy perspectives in fundamental Christianity.

Nathan shoots the breeze with Kalena Cotton about how she connects with God. We discuss reading the Bible, worship, and prophetic words — including when and what words to receive, revisit, or reject.

Nathan shoots the breeze with Pastor Michael Barnard. We discuss the light topics of evangelism, salvation, and hell. We also discuss how to have healthy disagreements with other Christians and why some things aren't worth debating.

Nathan shoots the breeze with Kalena about why some people who grew up evangelical are deconstructing their faith and leaving the Church. They also discuss their views on progressive "Christianity" and why not having an anchor is dangerous.

Nathan shoots the breeze with Arianna Steel, his adopted daughter and homeschooled science student. This episode literally proves our show name. While discussing weekly traditions, they also touch on counseling, ASMR, pets, and so much more.

Nathan shoots the breeze with Kalena Cotton, a long-time acquaintance, a worship leader, and former lesbian. They discuss Kalena's journey into the "cult-like" embrace of the LGBT community along with her own struggles that led her there.

Nathan shoots the breeze with his friends Joe and Daniel about theology, science, and evolution. They also discuss recognizing the limitations of apologetics and seeing the value of focusing on relationship more than winning an argument.

Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about the important role a healthy community plays in freedom. They also reveal how Christian maturity is more of moving from "glory to glory" than it is "peeling away layers like an onion".

Nathan shoots the breeze with his friends, Jim and Joe. They discuss how fulfilling our God-given needs can become unhealthy. They also question if the Bible is the only way we can know God and grow in our relationship with Him.

Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about forgiveness, what forgiveness means, and how to live out of thorough forgiveness. They also discuss repeat offenders, accountability (and the pitfalls of it), and how to have encouraging friendships.

Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about a question they received about how you make a decision when God hasn't given you direction. They also discuss free will, open theism, and their definition of God's conviction.

Nathan shoots the breeze with David Root, a friend of his diagnosed with a rare and untreatable lung cancer. They discuss God's goodness, healing, relationships, and the choices he makes to maintain a positive outlook.

In this episode, Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about their education, qualifications, and the perceived foolishness in their walk with God. They also reveal the most important thing (and their biggest struggle) they've learned about success and God's favor.

In this episode, Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about the subject they have avoided at all cost -- politics. They discuss the mark of the beast, vaccines, and Nathan's controversial End Times beliefs.

In this episode, Nathan shoots the breeze again with Pastor Scott Frerking. They talk about spiritual authority, time management as a pastor, mutual submission, and unity between local church communities. You can learn more about Scott by visiting: hcfburnet.org.

In this episode, Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about homeschooling... again. They discuss lessons they've learned over the years and the changes they're making for this school year. One of the biggest changes they're implementing is a mindset that comes from their friend, Shannon Guerra. She is the author of Upside Down: Understanding and Supporting Attachment in Adoptive Families. You can learn more about Shannon and her family at: https://copperlightwood.com/

Prayer, by its simplest definition, is a two-way conversation between humans and the living God. In this teaching, Nathan looks at Matthew 6:5-18 and reveals how Jesus prayed and taught his followers to pray.

In this episode, Nathan shoots the breeze his mom, Jolene Beach. They discuss divorce, marriage, and God's provision. They also talk about the importance of having people in our lives — even if they say stupid things from time to time.

In this episode, Nathan shoots the breeze again with Pastor Jordan Cornelius. They talk about theology, mental health, and the importance community and relationships play in preventing suicide. You can learn more about Jordan by visiting: hcfburnet.org.

In this episode, Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about the season of life they are in and how God has brought them to a place of peace. They each share their perspectives of where God has them in ministry, as a parent, and in their own personal lives. They also share what they have had to do to receive peace of mind no matter what is happening around them.

In this episode, Nathan shoots the breeze with his oldest brother, Jeremy. Jeremy has a daughter with whom he shares custody. We discuss when and how to compromise along with how to maintain consistency. We also discuss our experience growing up in church and how discipleship and evangelism may not be what we were traditionally taught.

In this episode, Nathan shoots the breeze with John Barclay, a husband, dad, software security salesman, and a volunteer leader with Cultivate. We discuss how the home he grew up in affected his marriage. He talks about his struggle with needing to be in control and learn healthy forms of conflict in his marriage.

In this episode, Nathan shoots the breeze with Lauren Barclay, a wife, mom, and a volunteer leader with Cultivate. The trauma Lauren faced growing up resulted in anxiety that often fed thoughts of her circumstances ending in worst-case scenarios. She talks about how this anxiety impacted her marriage and parenting.

In this episode, Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about devotional times and bible reading. The "Christianese" is strong in this one. They both share how their times with God have changed throughout their lives along with some recommendations that may help you get more out of your quiet times. If you're unfamiliar with what "devotions" and "quiet times" mean, think of it like meditation but where you are intentionally focusing on the Holy Spirit's voice.

In this episode, Nathan shoots the breeze with Daniel Diemer, a senior power grid operator for a Texas electric company. In his time in the Navy, he was a nuclear electrician on a submarine. They discuss evolution and the role religion plays in science.

In this episode, Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze about spiritual abuse. Lacey shares her story of being at Master's Commission — a ministry school that marginalized unpopular students and treated dropouts like they had given up on Jesus himself. Nathan describes what it was like growing up in a house with a spiritually abusive pastor for a dad. They also share some resources that can help you resolve spiritual abuse and live free from its oppression.

In this episode, Lacey and I shoot the breeze about accountability partners. SPOILER ALERT We do not like them. But we do talk about something that has been proven very effective for changing unhealthy mindsets and habits. Also, we fight about our new studio/office arrangement.

In this episode, Lacey and I shoot the breeze about how we make decisions. Lacey tells the story of how we pursued her healthcare and surgery (and the decisions we made along the way). And, we also make a decision about how we will parent our girls right before your ears.

In this episode, we shoot the breeze and ask each other random questions. From politics to childhood fears, we ask questions from a book we used to get to know each other while we were dating.

In this episode, we shoot the breeze about our ideal dates, how the Holy Spirit has been speaking to us lately, and — for the first time in our marriage — how God has been calling us to different purposes in this season of our marriage.

In this episode, I shoot the breeze with Pastor Jason Teague, a United Methodist Pastor. Jason and I discuss the apprehensions of getting into full-time ministry. You can learn more about Jason by visiting: fumcburnet.org. I hope you enjoy!

In this episode, we share our struggle with infertility along with some of the more common inappropriate things we hear about adoption. We hope this episode will be encouraging to those struggling with infertility and secondary infertility. Also, we hope this discussion will help those to know what to say to someone struggling with infertility.

This week, I shoot the breeze with Pastor Jordan Cornelius, former Marine and a personal student of R.T. Kendall out of London, England. We talk about depression, the importance of mental health, and how the Spirit of God helps us. You can learn more about Jordan by visiting: hcfburnet.org. I hope you enjoy!

I sat down with Donna Shaw, pastor, ministry director, and the Chief Operations Officer of the business she and her husband own. She's a wife, homeschool mom, and so much more. Donna and I shoot the breeze about her time management, how she develops volunteers, and how she sets realistic goals for herself. We also share a hobby we mutually enjoy — wearing costumes. You can learn more about her at her website: weakdayministries.com. I hope you enjoy!

Cate Morris is an author, speaker, worship leader, and evangelist. She and her husband, Jamin, are commercial fishermen in Homer, Alaska. You can learn more about her at her website: catemorris.com. Cate and I discuss her new book, Beyond the Siege. I had read her book during one of the darkest seasons of my entire life. While there were many contributing factors to my freedom, Cate's book was the catalyst of hope that reinforced the truth that I am not alone. I hope you enjoy this episode.

In this episode, Lacey gets another week off because I (Nathan) interview my brothers, Jeremy and Josh. It truly is us just shooting the breeze — so much so, this is the only episode I have had to edit. In the middle of all the jokes, sarcasm, and laughing, we discuss what it has taken for us to have a healthy relationship. Also, my brothers share their perspective of growing up with a brother who has a terminal disease. They also give advice to parents and siblings of those who have an illness.

In this episode, we discuss many of the blessings we've experienced as a couple and family over the past 16 years. One of the biggest keys to maintaining emotional, mental, and relational freedom is thankfulness. We received some disappointing news just prior to recording this episode so we decided to remember God's faithfulness.

Scott Frerking is the lead pastor of Hill Country Fellowship Church located in Burnet, Texas. He and his wife, Sarah, are parents to five children. You can learn more about him at the church website: hcfburnet.org. Scott and his wife were mine and Lacey's marriage counselors almost 15 years ago. Scott and I talk about our wives (and their disapproval of our jokes), our kids (and how often they force us to trust Jesus), and leadership (and how to have confidence and conviction amidst opposition). I hope you enjoy this episode!

In this episode, we grieve the passing of one of our favorite pups we've owned. This transitions to stories of all the pets we've had through our marriage. TRIGGER WARNING: Some of them do not end well. We also share some bazaar pets other people have had and the tragedies that have resulted from those bazaar pets — this episode has DOUBLE TRIGGER WARNINGS!!!

In this episode, we reveal the cause of Lacey's new speech impediment. We also share an encouraging thought that may change how you view yourself. To celebrate our 10th episode, we share ten things we appreciate.

In this episode, we are back in our studio revisiting horror stories from years of past Valentine's Days. We also discuss several traditions that our family has and why they're important to us. We also share some tips that can help your family create meaningful traditions.

In this episode, we take our work home with us... because global warming officially hit Texas and we are FREEZING! As we shelter, we agree to disagree about showing up late to places, the Twilight series, and what translation of the Bible is best.

In this episode, Nathan and Lacey shoot the breeze and respond to your questions and your responses. Some of the topics covered in the episode are how to find peace amidst chaos, living whole amidst a divorce, how to find contentment through singleness, and how do you start dating post-divorce.

In this episode, we reminisce about what was "cool" when we were growing up. Also, we reveal our secret shame and a few books we recommend... and some we don't. We are also joined by a special guest, our dog, Lulu.

In this episode, we discuss our time in Ireland along with our ministry fails and fact checks. Lacey also reveals how the lack of conviction in one's life leads to unnecessary pain.

In this episode, we discuss homeschooling and how it took a global pandemic to get us to do it again. We also discuss colloquialisms, playing the lottery, hiding money in couches, and why even good habits can be bad for you.

In this episode, we discuss our love of fish, the stomach flu, and an embarrassing encounter Nathan had with Pastor Mark Driscoll. Nathan also blows the whistle on Lacey — revealing a very dangerous driving issue she has. Be sure to click the "Respond" button to send us any questions or topics you want us to discuss relating to theology, life, relationships, or whatever else is on your mind. Thanks!

In this episode, we defend our individual views of hotel key cards in a segment called, "Agree to Disagree". We also discuss why censorship is dangerous and how censorship within relationships can lead to immaturity.

In this episode, we discuss firsts (e.g., first appearances, first dates, and first kisses.). We also reveal our favorite and worst gifts, and present a surprise segment called, "Why Do I Care?" where we discuss why certain theological topics are important. The first important topic: Eschatology (aka, The Study of End Times). Enjoy!

Our podcast celebrates the messiness of life, relationships, and Christianity. Mostly, it is us shooting the breeze (sometimes with guests) while occasionally saying something important.