Park Hills Podcast

Pastors Rich and Chris discuss adoption and God's family while considering what that means for us. Rich's adoptive history provides some interesting background - enjoy his testimony in this episode!Key thought from this episode: You've been adopted by God and redeemed by Him, thereby you have rights.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris discuss the end of Mark and why we did not preach it. Hope you enjoy!Episode 117 - Translation and Textual CriticismKey thought from this episode: Not all texts are created equally.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk about a philosophical topic - was Jesus based on ancient myths and do the rumors on-line bear any fidelity? We are more than aware of "what is out there" but rest assured, Jesus is unique.Key thought from this episode: Being exposed to different "truths" is fine - but Jesus needs to be King!We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Rich and Chris discuss crucifixion - what it is and some of the practices surrounding it. It is a brutal way to die, but was not exclusively Roman. There is nothing easy about what Jesus went through, and this should cause us to think about what He did.Key thought from this episode: Jesus died a brutal death.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastor Chris and Merri talk about some of the early disciples (James, John and Peter) and discuss what we do know about them. Gallicantu Photo from our Israel tripGallicantu Photo from our Israel tripKey thought from this episode: We know little about the early disciples, but what we do know is important.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk some of the interesting ideas with "I AM" and why the chief priests would freak out hearing that word. Also, we investigate the scant material on Judas and do some speculating/explaining on who he is and why some would be sympathetic.Key thought from this episode: Jesus is exactly what the high priest thinks is blasphemy.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastor Chris and Kelley Arevalo discuss Peter and the prayer of Jesus in Mark 14. We talk about the flesh being weaker than the spirit and Peter's possible temptations. Then we discuss God's sacrificial love and imagine some aspects of how intense and beautiful Jesus' love really is.Key thought from this episode: Our spirit is willing, but the flesh is weak.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk about a unique and mysterious group called the "Essenes" by 1st Century historians. They also dive into the idea of Passover and show some connections to our practice of communion or "The Lord's Supper" while considering our practice and how we partake at Park Hills.Key thought from this episode: Jesus is our Passover Lamb.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Rich and Chris talk about anointing and the woman at Jesus' feet. There is so much in the Bible about anointing, and we go to a few of those ideas here.The Bible Project Anointing SeriesKey thought from this episode: Jesus is anointed for burial.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Parker and Chris discuss different views of the end times and how they may affect one's views of life and how to read the Bible. We might be surprised to find that the prevailing ideas in America - from books like Left Behind - are not the only views out there! Blue Letter Bible HelpKey thought from this episode: Focus on Him and it will be okay "if you get it wrong."We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Mark and Chris talk through a shadowy figure in the Old Testament - Melchizedek - and consider the motif of a kingly priest. God's ideal for His people is to have one person serve as the leader of all. This is supposed to be Him, so why do so many NT authors pick up on the OT usage of Melchizedek? Also, who is this guy?Key thought from this episode: Jesus is our priest in the order of Melchizedek.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk about the Shema and living in the time of the Second Temple. We just begin to scratch the surface of some of the tension Jesus might have felt.Key thought from this episode: Love God with everything you've got.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Chris and Parker talk student ministry and his testimony. Welcome, Parker to the team!Key thought from this episode: We have a new member of the pastoral team.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris discuss some of the political realities at the time of Jesus and how He masterfully walks through it all. Also, we talk about the way New Testament writers interact and use the Old Testament.Books mentioned (with links):Evangelical Theology by Michael BirdCommentary on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament by Carson and BealeHandbook on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament by BealeKey thought from this episode: Jesus was a master within His culture, let's be the same.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris discuss the temple complex and how corrupt it was at the time of Jesus.Key thought from this episode: Corrupt systems and practices will never sit well with God.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris walk through 1st Century Jerusalem and attempt to give you an audio walkthrough.Key thought from this episode: Come to Israel at some point!We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Chris and Alex talk through some issues with Davidic lineage and show these scholars have it wrong. Then a discussion about the Passion and "looking back" is discussed.Key thought from this episode: Reminiscing about Jesus' last days must have been hard and amazing for the early church.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk the Son of Man in Daniel 7, go down a rabbit hole and briefly touch on the semantic range of "baptism."Key thought from this episode: Jesus is God, the Son of Man and this title is loaded with meaning.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Chris and Alex discuss marriage, divorce and remarriage. The goal is to chase the ideal and know that wherever you are at... aim for the ideal with your current spouse. Grab Divorce and Remarriage in the Bible by David Instone-Brewer if you would like.Key thought from this episode: Aim for the ideal.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris take a look at the children and rich young ruler.Key thought from this episode: We trust the character of God and can rest in Him.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk textual criticism, translation and hell with no sense of irony or completion. Enjoy the listen and try to stay awake.Key thought from this episode: We can trust the Bible.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastor Chris, Merri Lane and Kelley Arevalo talk Mark, the women in Mark and some insights with women in this Gospel. Merri and Kelley are making their debut on the Park Hills Podcast, so enjoy!Key thought from this episode: Women are not minor characters in Mark.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk denominations, distinctives and try to explain when to plant our flag. We think it is important to remain humble but not be afraid to make a decision and plant a flag when necessary.Key thought from this episode: Theological/denominational humility is helpful, but only if we are true to Christ.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk about how the disciples knew it was Moses and Elijah, losing our life for Jesus' sake and viewing discipleship through a better lens.Key thought from this episode: You have one life, use it well and follow Jesus.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

We are going to do a long series about discipleship and what it is. This is the opening to that discussion - get ready to potentially take notes and enjoy!Key thought from this episode: Jesus was not making disciples by accident.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris look at some numbers in the passages of the two feedings, share some interesting thoughts (with caution) and end up leaving us in a space that aims to Jesus and holds loosely to a lot interesting number thoughts.Key thought from this episode: Numbers can be important, but let's not get carried away.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastor Chris dives into the Messianic Secret in Mark and some of the discussions on the controversy of the Messiah. (Dr. Crispin Fletcher-Louis and Dr. David Mitchell are the names shared) Also, a brief moment is spent on God's wisdom in giving a request that benefits Him either way.Key thought from this episode: Jesus is the Messiah.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris do a brief excursus on liberation and liberal theology and why this hermeneutic does not work for us. There are a number of rabbit holes to go down or threads to pull - enjoy!Key thought from this episode: Good biblical study will go the extra mile to understand the Bible as it was understood first by readers.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastoral Resident Mark DeWall makes his debut along with Pastor Chris. We talk food laws, Old Testament interactions with the New Testament and all things culture and defilement. Hope it's interesting for you!Key thought from this episode: Israel was supposed to be separate and Jesus makes everything clean.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Alex and Chris talk about the miracles of Jesus, the Messianic King and try to cover geography on a podcast (sorry!). Enjoy! Here's a link to Dr. Beitzel's Moody Atlas of the Bible - link here. Also, a map of Galilee for you to look at if you would like. Key thought from this episode: We can trust the Bible in every way and around every turn. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Pastors Rich and Chris break down hospitality and Herod (two "H's") for this episode as we look at the middle section of Mark 6. Check out the "Warm Showers" app to help long distance cyclists (or practice hospitality in some other way). Hopefully some of the Herod stuff helps.Key thought from this episode: Be hospitable and not like Herod!We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: Nazareth is a unique town, but we must wrestle the rejection story for ourselves.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: The woman is desperate and doesn't "know it all" - and that's okay!.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: Parables are cryptic but not unhelpful - lean in and see what they provide.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: Seeking power outside of God's authority is a sure path to demon exposure.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: The Kingdom is here and Jesus is setting the tone in Mark 1-4.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: We need desolate places in our life.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: Politics is always a part of the picture - but Jesus is King!We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: Each life group has its own DNA, but all are driving to the same goal!We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: Jesus is challenged 7 times by religious leaders and His family. We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: The spiritual realm is mysterious and should be respected but not feared (in Christ).We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: Even though they become heroes, they were like you and me first.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: Think of DDP as a compass or target - are you aiming toward the mark?We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: A Gospel is good news - mostly in a political sense - and the disciples use the term on purpose.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: The Gospel of Mark is one writing of the Good News.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: We believe John Mark wrote Mark with Peter's influence being likely.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: A life group is the vehicle for discipleship at Park Hills.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: Tough translations/readings are worth the work.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: Hosea gives us strong guidance to avoid idolatry.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.

Key thought from this episode: Judgment can be a kindness that leads to repentance.We look forward to hearing from you for future topics we might address!Email [email protected] or check out parkhillschurch.com for more info.