Behind The Pulpit

Millington Baptist Church
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Our weekly pastors podcast where we discuss fun new stories, church events, previous sermons. As well as answering interesting questions from you!

  1. Talarico & Timothy

    3D AGO

    Talarico & Timothy

    This week on Behind the Pulpit, the pastors look ahead to Holy Week at MBC, including Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Sunday. They walk through what makes this week so central to the Christian faith and invite listeners to intentionally slow down and reflect on the cross and resurrection as a church family. In the news segment, the conversation focuses on James Talarico’s recent theological comments in the public square, including claims about God being non-binary, the Bible being pro-choice, and the priority of the red letters over the rest of Scripture. The discussion also includes a brief tribute to Chuck Norris and the cultural phenomenon that followed him for years. The sermon recap covers both recent messages from 2 Timothy, with discussion on courage under fire, fear and moral cowardice, co-suffering in the Christian life, gospel drift, and the challenge to guard and pass on the faith to the next generation. Book War continues, two listener questions take up prayer and Jesus’ words from the cross, and the Theology Sprint closes with a focused explanation of why Christians do not affirm the Quran. **SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS TO THE SHOW HERE** https://millingtonbaptist.org/sermons/behind-the-pulpit-ask-your-questions/ ***VOTE HERE*** The Great Book War is on!  Vote for the winner of the 'Great Book War' with the link below! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE4oCnX2ZYEeYrKiGmDDfZDDnw0KzBm-lF6tWDUtzNZnENAA/viewform?usp=header HOLY WEEK https://millingtonbaptist.org/holy-week-2026/ THE BRIDGE https://millingtonbaptist.org/the-bridge-april-12th/ MEMBERSHIP CLASS https://millingtonbaptist.org/about-us/membership/ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 7:49 In The News 30:29 The Great Book War 39:00 Audience Questions 48:48 Sermon Recap | 2 Timothy 1:6-18 1:09:10 Sermon Recap | 2 Timothy 2.1-7 1:21:23 Theology Sprint Music "Ventura" Morgan Taylor U76EPPNJDYZYU0Y7

    1h 40m
  2. Replacement Theology?

    MAR 17

    Replacement Theology?

    This week on Behind the Pulpit, the pastors talk through a few major current issues, including the ongoing conflict involving Iran, the question of replacement theology, the church’s relationship to Israel, and a recent California case dealing with parental rights and school policies around gender identity. The episode also touches on anti-Semitism, public policy in New Jersey, and a quick update from the Paralympic sled hockey world. The sermon recap focuses on the opening of the new 2 Timothy series, especially Paul’s final charge to guard the gospel, pass the faith to the next generation, and think intentionally about the future of the church. The conversation spends time on the significance of MBC’s 175th year, the image of the three-chair church, and what it means to prepare now for the people who are not here yet. The Weekly Warm-Up centers on Ephesians 4:22, Book War continues, and the Theology Sprint closes with a question about eating and sleeping in heaven. **SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS TO THE SHOW HERE** https://millingtonbaptist.org/sermons/behind-the-pulpit-ask-your-questions/ ***VOTE HERE*** The Great Book War is on!  Vote for the winner of the 'Great Book War' with the link below! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE4oCnX2ZYEeYrKiGmDDfZDDnw0KzBm-lF6tWDUtzNZnENAA/viewform?usp=header Annual Business Meeting https://millingtonbaptist.org/annual-business-meeting-2026/ Hare Raising Egg Party https://millingtonbaptist.org/hare-raising-egg-party-2026/ Senior Lunch https://millingtonbaptist.org/seniors/ 175 Anniversary  https://millingtonbaptist.org/mbc-175th-anniversary/ Discussing End Times with Craig Blomberg & Darrell Bock | The Underground Sessions Podcast S4E4 https://youtu.be/eZMsL9lVW-8 Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:46 Weekly Warmup 11:17 In The News 28:39 The Great Book War 38:00 Audience Questions 57:37 Sermon Recap 1:21:23 Theology Sprint Music "Ventura" Morgan Taylor U76EPPNJDYZYU0Y7

    1h 8m
  3. Just War

    MAR 10

    Just War

    This week on Behind the Pulpit, the pastors jump back in after a short break with conversation around current events, including the conflict with Iran, the framework of just war, the theological background of Shia Islam, and a few of the major Christian views surrounding Israel and the end times. The episode also includes discussion of Jason Thacker’s recent visit, reflections on AI, and a new round of Book War. A pair of listener questions lead into discussion on spiritual gifts and spiritual fruit, the difference between outward gifting and inward maturity, and how Christians should think carefully and compassionately about intersex conditions, gender dysphoria, and the cultural shifts surrounding youth gender medicine. The conversation stays grounded in Scripture while also engaging some of the medical, legal, and pastoral realities tied to those questions. The sermon recap looks back on the Upside Down Glory series as a whole, revisiting Romans 8, 1 Corinthians 12, and 1 Corinthians 15, along with the church’s next steps in disability ministry and the kind of cultural change the pastors hope to see take root at MBC. The Weekly Warm-Up centers on John 4:21, and the Theology Sprint closes with a quick look at the three major pillars of philosophy. **SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS TO THE SHOW HERE** https://millingtonbaptist.org/sermons/behind-the-pulpit-ask-your-questions/ ***VOTE HERE*** The Great Book War is on!  Vote for the winner of the 'Great Book War' with the link below! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE4oCnX2ZYEeYrKiGmDDfZDDnw0KzBm-lF6tWDUtzNZnENAA/viewform?usp=header Annual Business Meeting https://millingtonbaptist.org/annual-business-meeting-2026/ Women's Retreat https://millingtonbaptist.org/women/ Holy Week https://millingtonbaptist.org/holy-week-2026/ City Relief https://millingtonbaptist.org/missions/cityrelief/ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:46 Weekly Warmup 11:17 In The News 28:39 The Great Book War 38:00 Audience Questions 57:37 Sermon Recap 1:21:23 Theology Sprint Music "Ventura" Morgan Taylor U76EPPNJDYZYU0Y7

    1h 24m
  4. Kid Rock vs Bad Bunny

    FEB 10

    Kid Rock vs Bad Bunny

    This week on Behind the Pulpit, the pastors touch on winter weather, travel stories, and recent cultural moments tied to the Super Bowl, halftime shows, commercials, and Olympic coverage. The conversation includes reflections on public messaging, artistic expression, and how Christians think through what they’re seeing without flattening everything into easy conclusions. The episode also spends time responding to listener questions and sermon follow-ups, working through Trinitarian theology, Jesus’ cry from the cross, disability and suffering, and key themes from John 5 and John 9. Sunday’s sermon on healing, faith, and God’s purposes in suffering shapes much of the theological discussion. The Weekly Warm-Up centers on 1 Corinthians 4:20, Book War continues, and the Theology Sprint takes up Matthew 10 and Peter’s denial of Jesus. **SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS TO THE SHOW HERE** https://millingtonbaptist.org/sermons/behind-the-pulpit-ask-your-questions/ ***VOTE HERE*** The Great Book War is on!  Vote for the winner of the 'Great Book War' with the link below! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE4oCnX2ZYEeYrKiGmDDfZDDnw0KzBm-lF6tWDUtzNZnENAA/viewform?usp=header Corey Miller Parenting Seminar https://millingtonbaptist.org/corey-parenting-seminar/ When Love Hurts https://millingtonbaptist.org/when-love-hurts-group/ Teen Winter Retreat Sign Up https://millingtonbaptist.org/teens/ Mens Breakfast https://millingtonbaptist.org/adults/men/ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 4:09 Weekly Warmup 7:14 In The News 23:58 The Great Book War 33:51 Audience Questions 45:54 Sermon Recap 1:05:55 Theology Sprint Music "Ventura" Morgan Taylor U76EPPNJDYZYU0Y7

    1h 12m
  5. "Phibby" & The Gauntlet of Questions

    FEB 4

    "Phibby" & The Gauntlet of Questions

    Behind the Pulpit returns!  Pastor Bob and Pastor Dave cover a wide range of topics touching both ministry life and larger cultural conversations. The episode includes reflections on winter weather and recent travel, updates from global missions through World Venture, and thoughtful engagement with current cultural movements shaping conversations around marriage, family, and children’s rights. The discussion also takes up several listener questions, working through theological issues related to disability, suffering, God’s sovereignty, and how Scripture holds together brokenness and hope. Familiar segments return as well, including the Weekly Warm-Up, Book War, and Theology Sprint. The conversation is anchored by reflection on 2 Samuel 9 and the story of Mephibosheth, raising practical questions about who is seen, who is overlooked, and how the church lives out covenant faithfulness in everyday ministry. **SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS TO THE SHOW HERE** https://millingtonbaptist.org/sermons/behind-the-pulpit-ask-your-questions/ ***VOTE HERE*** The Great Book War is on!  Vote for the winner of the 'Great Book War' with the link below! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE4oCnX2ZYEeYrKiGmDDfZDDnw0KzBm-lF6tWDUtzNZnENAA/viewform?usp=header The Underground Sessions Weekend https://millingtonbaptist.org/underground-sessions/ When Love Hurts https://millingtonbaptist.org/when-love-hurts-group/ Birds and the Bees  https://millingtonbaptist.org/birds-and-bees-small-group/ Christian Nationalism | The Underground Sessions Podcast https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Qd5PuGc2bE Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:02 Denver & the "Snowpocalypse" 14:10 Weekly Warmup 18:26 In The News 28:26 The Great Book War 36:56 Audience Questions 1:01:24 Sermon Recap 1:17:39 Theology Sprint Music "Ventura" Morgan Taylor U76EPPNJDYZYU0Y7

    1h 23m
  6. Caperna-What?

    JAN 12

    Caperna-What?

    Welcome Back! The episode opens with the return of the Weekly Warm-Up, unpacking Proverbs 4:18 and reflecting on faithfulness, character, and long obedience over time. From there, the discussion moves through current events, ethical questions, and the responsibility Christians carry when navigating complex cultural moments—especially when quick conclusions are tempting but wisdom requires patience. The conversation then turns to difficult and timely issues at the intersection of faith and public life. The pastors wrestle with the sanctity of human life, disability and dignity, moral failure in Christian leadership, and how believers should think about justice, grace, accountability, and compassion. Throughout, the episode contrasts Christian moral reasoning with utilitarian frameworks, particularly when it comes to human worth, suffering, and decision-making in moments of crisis. A significant portion of the episode is devoted to sermon recap, revisiting Mark 2 and the story of the paralytic whose friends break through the roof to bring him to Jesus. The discussion explores advocacy, barriers—both physical and spiritual—and what it means for the church to actively remove obstacles that keep people from encountering Christ. The episode also addresses healing, suffering, and why Jesus prioritizes forgiveness before physical restoration, grounding the passage in the larger story of the kingdom of God. The episode closes with a Theology Sprint on sanctification, offering a concise reminder that growth in Christ is progressive, grace-driven, and shaped over time. As the year begins, the conversation invites listeners to pursue wisdom, faithfulness, and Christlike maturity in a world that rarely rewards patience. **SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS TO THE SHOW HERE** https://millingtonbaptist.org/sermons/behind-the-pulpit-ask-your-questions/ ***VOTE HERE*** The Great Book War is on!  Vote for the winner of the 'Great Book War' with the link below! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE4oCnX2ZYEeYrKiGmDDfZDDnw0KzBm-lF6tWDUtzNZnENAA/viewform?usp=header Night of Revival hhttps://millingtonbaptist.org/night-of-revival-january-16/ The Bridge https://millingtonbaptist.org/the-bridge-mbc/ Womens Retreat  https://millingtonbaptist.org/women/ Baby Bottle Boomerang https://1stchoicefriends.org/events/baby-bottle-boomerang/ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 1:04 Weekly Warmup 8:19 In The News 30:52 The Great Book War 49:17 Audience Questions 47:42 Sermon Recap 1:08:28 Theology Sprint Music "Ventura" Morgan Taylor U76EPPNJDYZYU0Y7

    1h 13m
  7. Into the Upside Down

    JAN 6

    Into the Upside Down

    Behind the Pulpit returns for the new year with Pastor Bob and Pastor Dave back at the table, easing into 2026 with humor, reflection, and a wide-ranging In the News conversation. From holiday recaps and cultural commentary to a substantive discussion on Stranger Things, global politics, socialism, Venezuela, and notable public figures engaging faith, the episode models how Christians can think carefully, critically, and charitably about the stories shaping our moment. The Book War also resumes, with two very different recommendations aimed at helping believers think more deeply about truth, limits, and faithfulness. In the sermon recap, the conversation centers on the launch of the new series Upside Down Glory, drawn from 1 Corinthians 1. Pastor Bob unpacks the core claim of the message—that human weakness and limitation are not obstacles to God’s glory, but the very stage on which He displays it. The discussion explores disability, the image of God, cultural ideas of “normal,” and how the church is called to respond to weakness not with avoidance or pity, but with honor, presence, and faith shaped by the gospel. Together, the pastors reflect on how embracing dependence reshapes both personal discipleship and life together as a church. The episode closes with a Theology Sprint tackling the doctrine of biblical inspiration—what it means to say Scripture is God-breathed, how inspiration relates to inerrancy and illumination, and why this doctrine matters for faith and practice. It’s a thoughtful wrap-up that invites listeners to begin the year grounded not in confidence in themselves, but in trust in the God who speaks. **SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS TO THE SHOW HERE** https://millingtonbaptist.org/sermons/behind-the-pulpit-ask-your-questions/ ***VOTE HERE*** The Great Book War is on!  Vote for the winner of the 'Great Book War' with the link below! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE4oCnX2ZYEeYrKiGmDDfZDDnw0KzBm-lF6tWDUtzNZnENAA/viewform?usp=header Little Footprints Learning Center https://www.littlefootprintsnj.com/ Underground Sessions Podcast https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8G7LHDsI9R3SjWBWHtxUhGRYK-J6Qr9I Fresh Wave https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8G7LHDsI9R2kMdhQ9eLWmErvDUsk_7_t Night of Revival hhttps://millingtonbaptist.org/night-of-revival-january-16/ City Relief February Outreach https://millingtonbaptist.org/missions/cityrelief/ Birds and the Bees https://millingtonbaptist.org/adults/smallgroups/ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 2:23: Holiday Recap 6:41 In The News: Stranger Things 18:26 In the News: Venezuela, Celebrity Conversions, Iran 36:32 The Great Book War 47:33 Audience Questions 55:32 Sermon Recap 1:11:59 Theology Sprint Music "Ventura" Morgan Taylor U76EPPNJDYZYU0Y7

    1h 18m
  8. A Behind the Pulpit Christmas Part 3

    12/25/2025

    A Behind the Pulpit Christmas Part 3

    Merry Christmas from Behind the Pulpit. In this special Christmas Day episode, Pastor Bob and Pastor Dave reflect on the rhythms, humor, and joy of the season as they welcome listeners wherever and whenever they’re tuning in. The episode features a festive edition of the Book War, the return of Will It Preach? with Christmas-themed sermon illustrations, and the annual Prop of the Year awards—highlighting some of the most memorable (and chaotic) moments from the pulpit in 2025. In the sermon recap, the conversation centers on Isaiah 61 and Isaiah 62, tracing the hope, restoration, and renewal promised through the coming Messiah. The pastors explore themes of captivity and freedom, God’s end of silence, the gift of a new name, and the invitation to experience true reset and restoration through Christ. Together, they reflect on how these texts shape both personal faith and the church’s calling to live as a visible preview of the coming kingdom. The episode concludes with a Christmas edition of the Theology Sprint, addressing the question of whether Christmas is a pagan holiday Christians “baptized” or a distinctly Christian celebration that absorbed cultural elements—offering historical clarity and theological perspective. All of it comes together as a joyful reminder that every story, tradition, and celebration ultimately points back to the one true story of Christ’s birth. Merry Christmas from all of us at Behind the Pulpit. **SUBMIT YOUR QUESTIONS TO THE SHOW HERE** https://millingtonbaptist.org/sermons/behind-the-pulpit-ask-your-questions/ ***VOTE HERE*** The Great Book War is on!  Vote for the winner of the 'Great Book War' with the link below! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdE4oCnX2ZYEeYrKiGmDDfZDDnw0KzBm-lF6tWDUtzNZnENAA/viewform?usp=header Walk thru the Bible https://millingtonbaptist.org/walk-thru-the-bible/ Preparations Class https://millingtonbaptist.org/adults/ Serve with City Relief https://millingtonbaptist.org/missions/cityrelief/ Night of Revival hhttps://millingtonbaptist.org/night-of-revival-january-16/ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 3:39 The Great Book War 14:25 "Will it Preach?" 27:14 Sermon Recap 44:59 Prop of the Year 1:02:49 Bearded Bob 1:04:54 Theology Sprint Music "Ventura" Morgan Taylor U76EPPNJDYZYU0Y7

    1h 11m
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Our weekly pastors podcast where we discuss fun new stories, church events, previous sermons. As well as answering interesting questions from you!

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  • Creator
    Millington Baptist Church
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    119
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Behind The Pulpit
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