In the episode, Michael and Cuatro discuss how to find a local church if you are searching. What are some criteria whereby you can discern if a church is for you?
Michael Coughlin
Michael Coughlin lives near Columbus, OH, and leads local outreaches to glorify our Lord and reach the lost with the gospel. Michael’s joys are spending time with his dear wife and children, programming computers, and studying and discussing God’s Word. He is a member of Covenant Bible Church.
Giveaway: CSB Explorer Bible for Kids
As you probably know, bloggers are often given opportunities to review products in exchange for honest reviews. I am so pleased to share the CSB Explorer Bible for Kids with you and give you a chance to win one yourself! What is it? The CSB Explorer Bible is a...
Episode 62 – What Did Andy Stanley Say Now?
Cuatro and Michael react to a recent Andy Stanley clip where he apologizes to nonbelievers.
Episode 61 – Cuatro Reacts to a Letter
At the campus of West Virginia University "a concerned citizen" gave Michael a letter detailing the real reason evangelicals street preach and do the things they do. Michael thought it would be fruitful for Cuatro to hear the letter and react.
Episode 59 – UK Oliver – Confessionalism in the UK
Cuatro and Michael interview Oliver Allmand-Smith from Trinity Grace Church, Manchester, UK. Oliver is a pastor and author, among other ways he serves God's church. His book, Under God, Over the People will help you understand the role of government. Oliver's Church...
Overwhelmed? Just Do These Five Things! (part 5)
If you haven't read the previous posts in this series on rejoicing, prioritization, taking action, and appropriate rest, they may be helpful. Receive counsel humbly When you are overwhelmed there will be people who mean well and want to help. Someone might immediately...
Do You Support Missions?
Benjamin Candee is one of my friends and colaborers in the gospel ministry. He recently provided this update of their progress in Brazil; I thought it was inspiring and hopeful. He did not ask me to do this. Still, I am writing to explicitly ask you to pray about...
Overwhelmed? Just Do These Five Things! (part 4)
If you haven't read the previous posts in this series on rejoicing, prioritization, and taking action, they may be helpful. Rest Appropriately Now that I've admonished you for potential laziness, my next piece of advice is to rest. Yes, it sounds contradictory but it...
Lifemark: Movie Review and Giveaway!
Synopsis David’s comfortable world is turned upside down when his birthmother unexpectedly reaches out to him, longing to meet the 18-year-old son she’s only held once. With the encouragement of his adoptive parents, David embarks on a journey of discovery that leads...
Overwhelmed? Just Do These Five Things! (part 3)
If you haven't read the previous posts in this series on rejoicing and prioritization, they may be helpful. For today, I want to encourage you to act when you are feeling overwhelmed. Act Most people are familiar with the phrase "paralysis by analysis." Sometimes when...
Overwhelmed? Just Do These Five Things! (part 2)
If you haven't read the previous post in this series on rejoicing, it may be helpful. Prioritize Often when you are overwhelmed, it is the genuine result of the fact that there are too many things to do in the time allotted. Therefore, there will be things that you...
Call to Worship Adapted from Psalm 31
Call to Worship Our church does a call to worship each week. This week I created one by adapting the text of Psalm 31 into direct communication to my congregation. I offer it below for your edification and to use as you please. May it cause you to worship Christ!...
Overwhelmed? Just Do These Five Things! (part 1)
There's No Simple Formula Look, I'm sorry if the title offended you. Of course, the feeling of being overwhelmed can be caused by many complex factors. There is simply no simple formula to relieve it. Being overwhelmed can stem from legitimately having too many things...
Suffering Saints Seek a Savior!
I'm preaching about Jonah's prayer in chapter 2 of the prophecy of Jonah. I noticed a few things. Jonah's Prayer is Utterly Scriptural Jonah's prayer is scriptural. The words Jonah prayed to God are found in Psalm 42:7 and several places in Psalm 18. His language...
Family Camp – (guest) Movie Review
Family Camp I’ve been on every major production company’s list of “Christian” bloggers for over a decade so when I heard about Family Camp, I was interested because the Skit Guys had made some good content years ago. But when I watched the trailer I was annoyed within...