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In this week's episode we continue our series on "See the Word" as we discuss the second ordinance of the church, The Lord's Supper.
Briefly describe what we do in the Lord’s Supper. Is there an Old Testament background to what we’re doing? How might we define the Lord’s Supper and why do we observe it? Definition: “The Lord’s Supper is a church’s corporate act of remembering and proclaiming Christ’s salvation through his atoning sacrifice by partaking of bread, representing his body, and the cup, representing his blood, and a believer’s act of acknowledging Christ’s benefits and renewing his or her commitment to Christ together in fellowship with other believers, until Christ returns.” Why is observing it corporately as a church important? Why are the elements important? Should we be using “real wine” at Faith? Do the elements change? How does the Lord’s Supper “proclaim Christ’s salvation”? 1 Corinthians 11:27-29 warns of taking in an “unworthy manner.” What does this mean? Who should NOT take the Lord’s Supper? Who SHOULD take the Lord’s Supper? Listener Questions:
How can we as believers pray for the world and talk to our unbelieving friends and family as international tensions create fear of a possible World War III. What should our perspective be as believers and how can we point others to Christ in the midst of unrest and uncertainty about the future? - MariaReading 1 Peter 3:15. How would you interpret this text? Is every Christian instructed study to Apologetics or is Peter perhaps just discouraging blind faith? - Max

In this week's episode we talk about the ordinances, baptism and the Lord's Supper and how they are visual depictions of the word in our gathered worship. We then dive first into baptism, what it signifies, who should receive it and why mode of baptism is important.
What do we mean by “See the Word”? What are the ordinances and why do Baptists prefer the term “ordinances” to “sacraments”? Briefly cover different views. What is believer’s baptism? Who should be baptized? Why do we make such a big deal about the mode of baptism (by immersion)? Why does Faith require baptism by immersion for membership? What if I was baptized as a baby or sprinkled as an adult, should I get baptized? Should I be baptized if I’ve already been a Christian for a long time but have not been baptized? How can I get baptized at Faith?
Listener Questions:

Can you further explain what Jesus did during the time between his death and resurrection? (I Peter 3:19) Did he give those "spirits in prison" which had already rejected God an opportunity for salvation? - Raquel Frequently in Leviticus it has the phrase “cut off from his people”. What did that mean, and was it ever practiced? - Mary Why do you believe the Bible over say the Koran, Torah, or another religion’s holy book? - Max

On this week's episode we talk about the differences between cessationism and continuationism and why it's important. We also look at how brothers and sisters in Christ can disagree charitably on this issue.
What do cessationists believe? What do continuationists believe? What passages would lead one to believe in continuationism? cessationism? What does Faith Baptist believe? What do you believe and why? Where does this fall on the theological triage? Is this a gospel issue? Also, explain theological triage? What if I disagree with my brother over this? Books to read to learn more?
Listener Questions:

Can someone live a "good life" and still be saved? Like those who say that they have good morals but don't follow Jesus. - Anna  I’ve heard that the SBC has taken progressive viewpoints on marriage and pastorship. Is this true? - Joel

SUMMARY:
Change can be difficult for most people, but as human beings it's inevitable. Some changes are unhealthy, but some are necessary, needed and our fruitful. In this episode we discuss how to evaluate and approach change in the life of the church and what the Bible has to say about change.
REFERENCES:
Idolatry on Sunday Mornings - Part 1 (Sound Plus Doctrine Podcast)
Idolatry on Sunday Mornings - Part 2 (Sound Plus Doctrine Podcast)
@SovereignGraceMusic
EPISODE NOTES:
Why a podcast on church change?  Why do churches change?  We do Christian’s struggle with change?  When is change healthy, and when is it not?  What is a healthy way to view the changes, and maybe some cautions?  Describe the dangers of “Church Nostalgia.”  What does the Bible say about change?  How does the immutability of God help us while we walk through change?  Also, define ‘immutability.’  Describe the FBF elder/pastor approach when it comes to these changing times?  LISTENER QUESTIONS:
If you come across a situation that you have the ability to change, how do you know God wants you to do that? How do you know that it is within his will? - Kevin  Can you lose your salvation? - Anna 

Our aim is to encourage the saints of Faith Baptist Fellowship to believe sound doctrine and to live lives that adorn the gospel of Jesus Christ. 
Define terms: “Missions” and “Missionary” Aren’t we as Christians, in a sense, all “missionaries”? Why are cross-cultural, global missions important? What is the aim of missions? (Piper Quote from LTNBG) Share personal background of missions: Mike & Thomas What’s a healthy, biblical philosophy of missions? What are some of the challenges missionaries face? How can the church effectively send and support missionaries? What if I think I’m called to missions? Listener Question:
Why are so many people interested in celebrating the total solar eclipse that’s coming up on April 8th. Is there some connection with people loving the darkness in contrast to “Jesus the Light”? – Anonymous

Introduction: 
Our aim is to encourage the saints of Faith Baptist Fellowship to believe sound doctrine and to live lives that adorn the gospel of Jesus Christ. 
Questions 
Why do think about how to go to church – isn’t it common sense? What is so special to a Christian about the gathering of the local church on the Lord’s Day? Right and wrong ways to view the gathering? Right and wrong ways to approach the singing time? Right and wrong ways to listen to a sermon? How can I most beneficially approach fellowship at church? Should I expect to receive at church or to give/serve?  Anything I can do on Saturday night to prepare for the gathered worship? Listener Questions: 
How are we deal with friends and family in the LGBT community, especially if they're wanting to know the Lord? How would they be welcomed at Faith? - Anonymous  
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