Kitchen Table Theology

Pastor Jeff Cranston
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Where Coffee, Conversation, and Theology Meet. During my 40 years in ministry, I’ve developed an increasing burden for what I sense to be an increase in biblical illiteracy, not only among those in our churches, but also in the young men and women entering the ministry. Conversely, I am hopeful, because I also sense a hunger from people to learn and know biblical truth and the things of God has revealed to us in Scripture. Our Kitchen Table Theology team has developed a list of over 150 doctrinal topics which I, along with one of my cohosts, Jen Denton or Tiffany Coker, examine weekly. Our goal is to educate and share biblical truth on the same level as if we were sitting at your kitchen table with a Bible and a pot of southern pecan coffee in front of us. Welcome to the table!

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    273 What Makes Worship Genuine? 4 Attitudes That Shape True Worship

    Worship is not just about what we do. It’s about how we come before God. In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Pastor Jeff Cranston and Tiffany continue the Practical Theology series by exploring four essential attitudes that shape true worship: joy, wholeheartedness, faith, and reverent fear. Many believers attend church, sing the songs, and participate in the service. Yet Scripture makes clear that God is not after outward performance. He looks at the heart. This conversation unpacks what it means to approach God with the right inner posture and how the Holy Spirit forms these attitudes in us as we draw near to Christ. What We Discussed 02:10 Worship Is More Than Singing Worship is the offering of ourselves to God. Scripture calls us not only to worship, but to worship with the right heart. 03:00 Joy and Gladness in Worship Psalm 100 commands believers to come before the Lord with joy. This joy is a settled gladness rooted in the gospel and in what God has done for us. 05:30 Joy Is Rooted in Redemption Christians worship joyfully because they have been rescued, forgiven, and adopted. Worship flows from gratitude for grace. 07:00 Wholeheartedness, Not Empty Routine Colossians 3:23 reminds us to do everything heartily as unto the Lord. Worship without heart becomes mechanical and insincere. 10:15 Worship Requires Faith Hebrews teaches that we draw near in full assurance of faith. Worship is grounded in confidence that we truly have access to God through Christ. 11:30 Access Through the Finished Work of Jesus Our confidence in worship does not come from how well we performed this week. It rests entirely on Christ’s finished work on the cross. 12:45 Reverent Fear and Holy Awe Biblical fear is not terror. It is reverence, awe, and deep respect. Joy reminds us God is our Father. Reverence reminds us He is holy. 14:30 Joy and Reverence Are Not Opposites True worship holds both together. We approach God with gladness and with humility, recognizing both His grace and His holiness. 16:00 The Spirit Produces These Attitudes Joy, faith, sincerity, and reverence are not manufactured by willpower. They are cultivated by the Holy Spirit as we draw near to Christ. 17:30 Preparing Your Heart Before Sunday Worship begins before the service starts. Reflecting on the gospel, confessing sin, and quieting the heart prepares us to approach God thoughtfully and sincerely. 19:00 Worship Is an Offering Every time we gather, we bring something invisible but precious: our heart. God sees it. “Worship is not a performance to evaluate. It is an offering we present to God.” – Pastor Jeff Cranston 👉 Visit Pastor Jeff Cranston on Amazon or his website to explore his books and booklets written to support believers in their walk with Christ. We love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, email me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.org Visit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter.  Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church.  Check in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranston Remember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening.

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    272 Worship As Ministry

    Jesus did not call people to admire Him. He called them to follow Him. In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Pastor Jeff Cranston and Tiffany walk through three clear marks of true discipleship. Many believers know the right words, attend church consistently, and affirm sound doctrine. Yet the deeper question remains: Are we truly living as followers of Christ? This conversation examines what Jesus meant when He said, “Follow Me,” and challenges listeners to consider whether their lives reflect obedience, transformation, and love. What We Discussed 02:30 Following Jesus Is More Than Intellectual Agreement Jesus’ call to follow Him is not merely agreement with doctrine. It’s a call to obedience, surrender, and life change. Discipleship involves transformation, not just information. 03:15 #1 Abiding in God’s Word Abiding means staying rooted in Scripture so that it shapes decisions, priorities, convictions, and worldview. Discipleship begins with ongoing dependence on God’s truth. 07:05 Bearing Spiritual Fruit as Evidence of a Living Faith Authentic faith produces visible evidence, not spiritual performance or curated appearances. 09:30 Fruit Grows Through Faithfulness, Not Speed Discipleship is described as a slow, steady process. Jesus does not demand instant fruit. He calls for faithfulness over time. Growth may be gradual, but it is real. 11:10 Loving as Jesus Loves The defining mark of Jesus' disciples is a love that goes beyond preference or affection. 12:40 Love Our Enemies Rooted in Matthew 5:44, this call challenges believers to reflect Christ’s character in difficult relationships. 14:20 Love Is Action, Not Feeling Biblical love is not primarily emotional. It is active and intentional. It expresses itself through obedience, sacrifice, and Spirit-empowered service. 16:00 Why Love Is the Visible Badge of Discipleship While doctrine matters deeply, love is the evidence the world recognizes most clearly. Christlike love becomes the visible marker of a true disciple. 18:45 Direction, Not Perfection  The episode closes with a reminder that discipleship is about direction, not flawlessness. Jesus meets His followers where they are and calls them forward in faithfulness. “Discipleship isn't about hustle. It's about faithfulness.” – Pastor Jeff Cranston 👉 Bonus Resource: The quiz questions are adapted from theologian Tim Challies http://Challies.com 👉 Visit Pastor Jeff Cranston on Amazon or his website to explore his books and booklets written to support believers in their walk with Christ. We love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, email me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.org Visit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter.  Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church.  Check in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranston Remember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!

    18 phút

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    271 BONUS QUIZ: How Well Do You Understand the Atonement?

    How well do you really understand what Christ accomplished on the cross? In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Tiffany Coker and Pastor Jeff Cranston put the doctrine of the atonement to the test through a true-or-false theology quiz. Each question explores core biblical truths about sin, God’s wrath, substitution, propitiation, and why Christ’s death was absolutely necessary for salvation.  Got all the questions right? To claim your mug, email pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.org and let us know you completed the atonement quiz and answered every question correctly. We’ll be happy to send one your way. What We Discussed: 02:55 Question #1: I have sinned against a holy God who hates sin, and I have offended Him. A: True 03:45 Question #2: My sin separates me from God. A: True 04:40 Question #3: Because of my sin, I deserve the wrath of God. A: True 05:30 Question #4: The word atonement means to make amends by blotting out an offense. A: True 06:40 Question #5: No one can escape the outpouring of God’s wrath unless their sins are atoned for through the death of Christ. A: True 07:55 Question #6: Christ’s death on the cross on behalf of sinners caused the Father to love them. A: False 09:05 Question #7: The primary purpose of Christ’s death was to provide an example of God’s love so sinners would be motivated to love Him. A: False 10:20 Question #8: Christ’s death on the cross was a ransom price paid to Satan to buy back sinners. A: False 11:45 Question #9: Christ’s death was a propitiatory sacrifice that appeased the wrath of God. A: True 13:10 Question #10: When He died, Christ voluntarily substituted Himself for sinners. A: True 14:20 Question #11: It was necessary for Christ to be human in order to substitute Himself for human sinners and endure God’s wrath on their behalf. A: True 15:25 Question #12: It was necessary for Christ to be sinless in order to substitute Himself for sinners and endure God’s wrath on their behalf. A: True 16:20 Question #13: It was necessary for Christ to die in order for God to save us. There was no other way. A: True “The cross stands at the very center of the Christian faith. Without it, we would be utterly lost.” – Pastor Jeff Cranston 👉 Bonus Resource: The quiz questions are adapted from theologian Tim Challies http://Challies.com 👉 Visit Pastor Jeff Cranston on Amazon or his website to explore his books and booklets written to support believers in their walk with Christ. We love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, email me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.org Visit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter.  Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church.  Check in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranston Remember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!

    21 phút

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    270 Discipleship: It's Not a Label; It's a Life | Luke 14

    Why do some believers fall away from the faith even when starting strong? In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Tiffany and Pastor Jeff walk through Luke 14:28–35, where Jesus calls His followers to stop, think, and count the cost of discipleship. Jesus makes clear that following Him is not a casual decision but a lifelong commitment. We discuss why public identification with Christ carries real responsibility, how inconsistency undermines Christian witness, and why Jesus’ hard words are meant to bring clarity rather than fear. This episode challenges believers to examine whether their faith is merely a label or a lived reality and encourages listeners to choose a faith that lasts and finishes well. What We Discussed: 02:10 Counting the Cost Jesus’ command in Luke 14 is framed as a call to pause, reflect, and understand that discipleship is a serious, intentional commitment, not an emotional decision. 03:45 The Danger of Starting Strong Without Finishing Well Using the illustration of an unfinished building, the episode explains how public profession without perseverance leads to inconsistency and damages Christian witness. 05:40 Discipleship Is a Life, Not a Label Faith is described as more than identification. True discipleship reshapes priorities, obedience, and daily living, not just belief. 10:50 What Jesus Meant by “Deny Yourself” Jesus’ call to take up the cross is unpacked as surrendering control, ambition, and self-rule in exchange for faithful following. 12:40 Understanding the Warning About Flavorless Salt Jesus’ illustration of salt losing its usefulness is explained as a warning about wasted spiritual influence, not the loss of salvation. 14:10 Judgment for Believers and Eternal Reward We discuss the evaluation of a believer’s life at the judgment seat of Christ, where faithfulness and obedience are assessed. 15:45 Don’t Waste Your Life Discipleship is framed as living with eternal purpose, building with lasting materials rather than shallow or temporary commitments. “Discipleship isn’t about momentary enthusiasm. It’s about public identification and lifelong loyalty to Christ.” - Pastor Jeff Cranston 👉 Visit Pastor Jeff Cranston on Amazon or his website to explore his books and booklets written to support believers in their walk with Christ. We love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, email me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.org Visit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter.  Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church.  Check in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranston Remember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!

    18 phút

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    269 Am I Really Following Jesus? 3 Marks of a True Disciple

    Jesus didn’t call people to simply believe in Him, but to follow Him. Many believers know the language of faith, attend church regularly, and affirm sound doctrine, yet still wonder whether they are truly living as Christ’s disciples.  In this episode, Pastor Jeff Cranston and Tiffany examine three marks of true discipleship: remaining in God’s Word, bearing spiritual fruit, and loving others as Christ loves. This thoughtful conversation challenges listeners to consider not just what they believe, but how they live as followers of Jesus. What We Discussed:  02:30 Following Jesus Is More Than Intellectual Agreement Jesus’ call to “follow Me” is examined as a call to obedience and transformation, not just believing the right doctrine. 03:15 #1 - Abiding in God’s Word  True disciples remain in Christ’s Word. Abiding means staying, dwelling, and allowing Scripture to shape decisions, priorities, and worldview. 07:05 Bearing Spiritual Fruit as Evidence of a Living Faith True disciples bear fruit over time. Spiritual fruit shows up in character, patience, humility, love, and meaningful impact on others, not in curated appearances or spiritual performance. 09:30 Fruit Grows Through Faithfulness, Not Speed Discipleship is described as a slow, faithful process. Jesus never calls for instant fruit. 11:10 Loving as Jesus Loves Jesus identifies love as the clearest mark of discipleship. This love goes beyond affection and includes sacrifice, commitment, and concern for others. 12:40 Love Our Enemies The episode addresses the hard call to love enemies, even those who oppose the gospel or disrupt the church, grounding this command in Jesus’ teaching from Matthew 5:44. 14:20 Love is Action, Not Feeling Biblical love is an action and commitment rather than emotion. True love shows itself through sacrifice, concern, and obedience empowered by the Holy Spirit. 16:00 Why Love Is the Visible Badge of Discipleship While sound doctrine matters deeply, love is the evidence of discipleship the unbelieving world recognizes most clearly. 18:45 Direction, Not Perfection The episode closes with a call to honest self-examination, reminding listeners that discipleship is about direction, not perfection, and that Jesus always meets His followers where they are. “ Discipleship isn't about hustle. It's about faithfulness.” – Pastor Jeff Cranston 👉 Visit Pastor Jeff Cranston on Amazon or his website to explore his books and booklets written to support believers in their walk with Christ. We love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, email me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.org Visit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter.  Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church.  Check in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranston Remember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!

    21 phút

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    268 The 3 Types of Disciples | What Does Following Jesus Require?

    Many people followed Jesus. Not all of them were truly His disciples. In this episode, Pastor Jeff Cranston and Tiffany Coker walk through John chapter 6 to examine one of the most challenging truths of the Christian life: discipleship is more than separation from sin. It requires active devotion to Christ. As many followers walked away from Jesus when His teaching became difficult, Scripture reveals three distinct types of disciples: nominal disciples, real disciples, and false disciples. This conversation explores how each group responds to Jesus, why separation without devotion can be spiritually dangerous, and how believers today can honestly examine their own hearts. What We Discussed 02:26 Why Biblical Separation Is Misunderstood Biblical separation is not about isolation or moral superiority. Scripture calls believers to holiness through repentance and obedience, not excuse or compromise, as seen in 1 Peter 1:15–16 and Romans 6. 05:22 Separation from Personal Sin Christians are called to deal honestly with their own sin through repentance, confession, and intentional turning away, rather than minimizing or justifying sinful patterns. 08:20 Why Small Sins Are Spiritually Dangerous Hidden or “small” sins do not remain contained. Like poison in a well, personal sin affects prayer, spiritual sensitivity, relationships, and a believer’s witness. 09:54 Separation from Unrepentant Believers Scripture teaches that fellowship should be withheld from those who profess Christ yet persist in unrepentant sin, both to protect the church and to call the individual to repentance, as outlined in 1 Corinthians 5:11. 12:41 Why the Church Must Take Sin Seriously Unaddressed sin spreads within the church like yeast through dough 1 Corinthians 5:6. 13:42 Separation from False Teachers Believers are commanded to test teaching against Scripture and separate from those who distort the gospel or deny its truth, following the warning of 1 John 4:1. 18:31 Separation from the World System Scripture calls believers to resist the values and priorities of the world that oppose God, choosing spiritual transformation over conformity, as taught in 1 John 2:15 and Romans 12:2. 19:43 Set Apart, Not Isolated Biblical separation doesn’t mean withdrawing from people. It means living with distinct loves, loyalties, and standards while remaining engaged, compassionate, and Christlike. “Discipleship is not about perfection. It is about bringing every area of life under the Lordship of Christ.”  – Pastor Jeff Cranston We love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, email me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.org Visit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter.  Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church.  Check in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranston Remember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!

    20 phút

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    267 In The World But Not Of It: Biblical Separation

    What does it mean for Christians to be “set apart”?  Biblical separation is often misunderstood as isolation or spiritual superiority, but Scripture presents it as a call to holiness, faithfulness, and love for Christ. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany continue their Practical Theology series by walking through four specific ways Scripture calls believers to live distinct lives while remaining engaged in the world. What We Discussed 02:26 Why Biblical Separation Is Often Misunderstood Scripture calls believers to pursue holiness by dealing honestly with personal sin through repentance and obedience, not excuse or compromise (1 Peter 1:15–16; Romans 6:1–2, 12). 05:22 Separation from Personal Sin Christians are called to deal honestly with their own sin through repentance, confession, and mortification, not excuses or compromise. 08:20 Why Small Sins Are Spiritually Dangerous Personal sin spreads like poison in a well. Even hidden or private sin affects prayer, witness, relationships, and sensitivity to God’s Word. 09:54 Separation from Unrepentant Believers Scripture teaches that fellowship should be withheld from those who claim Christ yet persist in unrepentant sin, both to protect the church and to call the believer to repentance (1 Corinthians 5:11). 12:41 Why the Church Must Take Sin Seriously Unaddressed sin spreads within the body like yeast through dough, affecting truth, holiness, and the church’s witness (1 Corinthians 5:6). 13:42 Separation from False Teachers Believers are commanded to test teaching against Scripture and separate from those who distort the gospel (1 John 4:1). 17:11 How Separation from False Teachers Works Practically Christians should not endorse, platform, or partner with ministries that deny Scripture, compromise the gospel, or reject Christ’s exclusivity. 18:31 Separation from the World System Scripture calls believers to resist the values and priorities of the world that oppose God, choosing transformation over conformity (1 John 2:15; Romans 12:2). 19:43 Set Apart, Not Isolated Biblical separation does not mean withdrawal from people. It means distinct loves, loyalties, and standards that reflect Christ while remaining engaged and compassionate. Book: Practical Christian Theology: Examining the Great Doctrines of the Faith by Floyd H. Barackman “Biblical separation is not about pride or fear or withdrawing from the world. It’s about holiness, faithfulness, and love for the Lord.”  – Pastor Jeff Cranston We love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, email me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.org Visit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter.  Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church.  Check in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranston Remember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!

    22 phút

  8. 30/11/2025

    Announcement | Taking a Short Christmas Break, Be Right Back!

    Pastor Jeff and Tiffany are taking the month of December off to rest, spend time with family, and prepare a fresh round of Kitchen Table Theology episodes for the new year.  We’ll be back on Sunday, January 4 with new episodes that help you not only understand theology but live it out in everyday life.  Until then, we hope you have a wonderful Christmas season with those you love!  We love your feedback! If you enjoyed this episode, leave us a review. If you have any questions or comments on today's episode, email me at pastorjeff@lowcountrycc.org Visit my website https://www.jeffcranston.com and subscribe to my newsletter.  Join me on Sunday mornings at LowCountry Community Church.  Check in with us on Facebook or Instagram @pastorjeffcranston Remember, the real power of theology is not only knowing it but applying it. Thanks for listening!

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Where Coffee, Conversation, and Theology Meet. During my 40 years in ministry, I’ve developed an increasing burden for what I sense to be an increase in biblical illiteracy, not only among those in our churches, but also in the young men and women entering the ministry. Conversely, I am hopeful, because I also sense a hunger from people to learn and know biblical truth and the things of God has revealed to us in Scripture. Our Kitchen Table Theology team has developed a list of over 150 doctrinal topics which I, along with one of my cohosts, Jen Denton or Tiffany Coker, examine weekly. Our goal is to educate and share biblical truth on the same level as if we were sitting at your kitchen table with a Bible and a pot of southern pecan coffee in front of us. Welcome to the table!

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    Pastor Jeff Cranston
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    2020 - 2026
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    273
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