Boggy Talk

In this episode we discuss our culture's tendency to think truth is relative, until there is a situation where we need it to be absolute. We also discuss a question about boundaries in relationships, specifically if someone has cut us off, and a question on suffering and how to know if suffering is the result of our actions, or circumstances outside of ourselves. We wrap it up with game in James has to give a pitch for products as if he's marketing them to stereotypical Christian consumers.

Christians believe that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord, yet many are still afraid of death. In this episode, we discuss death, eternal life, heaven, and the hope we have as Christians. We answer questions about Halloween and church governance. We wrap it up with a game of 'Name that Christian Knock-off.'

In this episode we talk about prayer. Why do we pray? Why pray if God knows everything? How do we overcome struggles in prayer. We answer questions about how to know if someone is truly broken over sin and California Governor Gavin Newsome's pro-abortion advertising in other states. We wrap it up with an ultimate candy challenge to find out James's favorite sweet treat.

In this episode we discuss natural disasters like the recent Hurricane Ian. Why do they happen and what is the best way to respond? We also talk about a recent trip to support ongoing missions efforts in South Asia and answer a question about communal faith vs. individual faith. We wrap it all up with a tournament to discover the best 'worst' Christian book

Season 3 Episode 9

In this episode we talk about right and wrong motives for local and global missions and how the church doesn't 'do' missions but rather is 'on' mission. We answer questions about contemporary and traditional worship and the roles of men and women in ministry. We wrap it up with a game of This or That? in which James has to choose between something bad or something bad.

In this episode we discuss Christians and money: Why do we give? How much do we give? Where does it all go? We answer questions about Christians and success and pastors getting paid., and cap it off with a money themed game of 'Christian' Price is Right.

In this episode we talk about the tension of churches' desires to pursue deep discipleship and engage people. Are they at odds? We also answer questions about which Bible translation we use and Military Ministry. We round it out with a game of 'Is is a Love Song a Worship Song?'

In this episode we discuss leaders and inappropriate relationships in light of Pastor Matt Chandler's announcement to his church, Village Church, Texas. We also answer a question about student loan forgiveness and play a game of 'one word.'

In this episode we discuss the tension of honoring the past while continuing to engage culture, answer questions about church membership and spiritual gifts, and play a game to determine the most often out-of-context Bible verses.

In this episode we discuss the recent news and implications of the federal investigation into sexual abuse and the Southern Baptist Convention. We also answer some recent questions about music and how to study the Bible. We wrap it up with a little game of 'Would You Rather.'

In this episode we discuss practical ways of discipling children in the home and what to do when it doesn't seem to work. In our Q & A we answer questions about God's will, hard-hearted children, and making your children go to church. We wrap it up with a game to test just how well James knows the church staff.

In this episode we kick off season 3 of Boggy Talk with a conversation about purpose as kids head back to school, a tournament of cringe worship songs, and a answers to a few questions.

In this episode we continue discussing some of the happenings of the 2022 Southern Baptist Convention in Aneheim, California.

In this episode we discuss some of the happenings of the 2022 Southern Baptist Convention in Aneheim, California.

In this episode we explore Mark 12: 41-44 and how the story of the widow's offering reveals the correlation of the heart and the value of a gift.

In this episode we explore Mark 12: 38-40 and the warning Jesus gives to those who view position and titles as something to be used for their own gain.

In this episode, we discuss the findings and implications of the recently released investigation of the SBC's Executive Committee's handling of reports of sexual abuse.

In 'Diving Deeper' we go more in-depth with our Sunday morning texts from the Book of Mark. In this episode we explore Mark 12: 35-37 and how we easily make Jesus fit our agenda rather than adjusting our agenda to His.

In 'Diving Deeper' we go more in-depth with our Sunday morning texts from the Book of Mark. In this episode we explore Mark 12: 28-34 and what it means to love God and love people; including self-love and self-care, loving those who are hard to love, and what love really is.

In 'Diving Deeper' we go more in-depth with our Sunday morning texts from the Book of Mark. In this episode we explore Mark 12: 18-27 and look marriage, soulmates and heaven.

In 'Diving Deeper' we go more in-depth with our Sunday morning texts from the Book of Mark. In this episode we explore Mark 12: 13-17 and what it means to rend to Caesar what is Caesar's to to God what is God's.

Recent legislation has The State of Florida and Disney making headlines right now. What is the Christian response when ideas, companies, and products that are part of our cultural landscape are not in line with how Scripture calls us to live? How have we been influenced and what should be do? Part 2 of 2

Recent legislation has The State of Florida and Disney making headlines right now. What is the Christian response when ideas, companies, and products that are part of our cultural landscape are not in line with how Scripture calls us to live? How have we been influenced and what should be do? Part 1 of 2

Easter Sunday is the biggest day of the ‘church year.’ In this episode we talk about Easter traditions, common questions about the resurrection, and why the resurrection is such a big deal.

Framed around our Discipleship Essentials of Worship, Grow, Serve, Give, & Reach, 'Inside the Church' takes a look at the tensions to manage in making disciples. Week 7, Question and Answer

Framed around our Discipleship Essentials of Worship, Grow, Serve, Give, & Reach, 'Inside the Church' takes a look at the tensions to manage in making disciples. Week 4, Reaching and Evangelism

Framed around our Discipleship Essentials of Worship, Grow, Serve, Give, & Reach, 'Inside the Church' takes a look at the tensions to manage in making disciples. Week 4: Giving.

Framed around our Discipleship Essentials of Worship, Grow, Serve, Give, & Reach, 'Inside the Church' takes a look at the tensions to manage in making disciples. Week 2: Serving

Framed around our Discipleship Essentials of Worship, Grow, Serve, Give, & Reach, 'Inside the Church' takes a look at the tensions to manage in making disciples. Week 2: Discipleship.

Framed around our Discipleship Essentials of Worship, Grow, Serve, Give, & Reach, 'Inside the Church' takes a look at the tensions to manage in making disciples. Week 1: Worship.

People resolved to 'live life to the fullest.' What if in this pursuit we miss what really does make life 'full.' In this episode we discuss what it means to truly pursue the 'fullness of life.'

Everybody says they need more time. Time itself is limited, so how do we use the time we have for the things that matter most? In this episode we discuss how we can avoid the tyranny of the urgent and leverage our calendars and routines to 'redeem the time.'

The #3 type of goal people make is a goal related to money. How do we decide how to spend money? When is enough, enough? How do we know if we are controlling our money, or if money is controlling us?

Everyone wants to be better. But why? And how? In our pursuit of being better at things and experts at everything, are we really working against ourselves and missing the most important things?

Goals related to fitness and health are the most popular type of goal people make. In this episode we discuss the motives, both good and bad, and how to achieve these goals with a kingdom-centered mindset.

In this episode we discuss New Years resolutions and goals, why because of COVID people are making fewer resolutions, and principles that should guide us in our resolutions and goals.

In this episode we look back at some highlights and challenges from 2021 and look ahead to goals and what excites us about 2022.

In this episode, we make ‘fun’ of Christmas traditions and discuss who we let traditions enhance our celebration of Jesus’ birth without overtaking our celebration.

In this episode we make 'fun' of Christmas talking about presents; the best, the worst, the why and the how.

In this episode, we 'make fun' of Christmas by looking at the prevailing themes of Christmas music and movies and how to see through to the meaning of the holiday.

In this episode we discuss the problem of Christians both appearing and being transactional. We become transactional when we use people to get us where we want to be, rather than loving and serving people as Jesus loves them.

In this episode we discuss the problem of Christians both appearing and being too political.

In this episode we address the common assumption that Christians are sheltered and out of touch.

In this episode we address the often given accusation (and often deserved) that Christians are hypocritical. What is a hypocrite? How do we keep from falling in to this trap?

In this episode we address the often given accustion (and often deserved) that Christians are big hypocrites.

This month on Boggy Talk we are celebrating Pastor Appreciation Month by highlighting the work that God is doing in other churches in our area and interviewing local pastors. This week we continue with three pastors from church plants and young churches in our area: David Falldine, Sunrise City Church, Fort Walton Beach; Tadd Anderson, Mosaic Church, Crestview; and Sean Walker, Anchor Church, Freeport.

This month on Boggy Talk we are celebrating Pastor Apprecation Month by highlighting the work that God is doing in other churches in our area and interviewing local pastors. This week we talk with Chris Shinnick, Lead Pastor at Manna Church in Niceville.

This month on Boggy Talk we are celebrating Pastor Apprecation Month by highlighting the work that God is doing in other churches in our area and interviewing local pastors. This week we begin with Rurel Ausley, pastor of Crosspoint in Niceville, FL.

This month on Boggy Talk we are celebrating Pastor Appreciation Month by highlighting the work that God is doing in other churches in our area and interviewing local pastors. This week we begin with Troy Hamilton, Pastor of Rocky Bayou Baptist Church in Niceville.