In this episode, we discuss a range of topics regarding discernment when looking into a possible church home.

• The critical balance between heartfelt worship and robust, uncompromising truth.

• How emotional experiences in the church can sometimes mask a shallow gospel.

• The importance of accountability, discipleship, and practical service.

• The dangers of consumer Christianity and the need for churches that address sin with grace and boldness.

  We hope you listen in and that this conversation is a blessing and gets you thinking.

  
  

  
  

In this episode of Dress and Keep, we dive deep into the meaning, purpose, and transformation of the Sabbath and the Lord’s Day. Why do Christians worship on Sunday? What does the Sabbath reveal about God’s heart for His people? How does Christ redefine rest in the New Covenant?

Join us as we explore these questions with my pastor, friend, and brother in Christ, Dmitriy Spatarel of Veritas Bible Church. We’ll walk through the historical, theological, and redemptive significance of the Sabbath, unpack its fulfillment in Christ, and discuss how believers today can embrace true rest.

This is a rich conversation filled with biblical insight, practical application, and challenging questions. It’s a long episode, so feel free to listen in chunks—whether on your commute, during your workout, or while preparing for your own day of rest.

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If culture is "religion externalized," what is the culture in my church? Is this culture transformative and sanctifying, or is it vain and more like the world? And how do I know?

In this episode, we engage in another dining room table discussion centered around the topic of culture. Our hope is that you find this conversation both enjoyable and insightful, particularly as you consider the cultural dynamics at play within a church you are attending or thinking about joining. Exploring how a church’s culture aligns with your distinctions can greatly inform your decision-making process. We hope this discussion aids you in prayerfully and thoughtfully finding a church community.

In this episode, we discuss some of the core beliefs the church must hold to be considered biblical Christianity. While this is by no means an exhaustive list we hope this will encourage you to do your homework before walking through the doors of a church.

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We are kicking things off after 9 months of silence. We hope you will join us as we explore different aspects of the church and why it is vital to the Christian walk. Follow along with us in season 3 as we discuss all topics surrounding "The church."

What is a church?

How do I find a biblical church?

What should I look for in a pastor?

When should I stop attending a church?

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"What you do in your house is worth as much as if you did it up in heaven for our Lord God… We should accustom ourselves to think of our position and work as sacred and well-pleasing to God, not on account of the position and work, but on account of the word and faith from which the obedience and the work flow."

-Martin Luther

In this episode, we discuss ways to encourage work ethic and responsibility in young children.

Why is there still suffering?

Why do bad things happen to good people?

If your God is so loving, why is there so much evil in the world?

These are common questions you will hear from unbelievers and, sadly, sometimes even believers.

As James says, how can we "count it all joy" when we find ourselves suffering amid trials?

These are some of the critical questions we discuss in this episode, as well as how we can understand that Christian suffering is not arbitrary or pointless but has a profound purpose. We hope you will listen to this conversation with a fellow brother in Christ discussing how to suffer well in a fallen world.

In this episode, we discuss a Christian perspective on friendship. What does perspective mean for relationships with unbelievers, and how we can build relationships? We also discuss some characteristics of Christian friendships and factors that could destroy them, balancing friendship and categories for relationships.