Text-Driven Podcast

Timothy Pigg
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Text-Driven Podcast is a ministry of Fellowship Church. Text-Driven Podcast exist to equip believers to know God and make Him known through text-driven ministries. You can learn more and find additional resources at www.textdriven.org.

  1. 6D AGO

    Episode 235: Rediscovering Biblical Worship in a Digital Age

    Summary In this episode of the Text Driven Podcast, Timothy Pigg discusses the challenges and opportunities presented by the digital church, particularly focusing on the importance of restoring biblical worship. He emphasizes the need for worship to be participatory rather than observational, and highlights the impact of digital culture on worship practices. Pigg calls for a return to sacredness in worship, encouraging churches to engage their congregations in meaningful ways that foster community and spiritual growth. Takeaways The digital church presents real problems for worship.Worship should be a response to God's worth, not just content consumption.Worship is meant to be participatory, not observational.Digital culture has made worship more private than corporate.Engagement metrics can expose shallow theology in worship.Corporate worship should involve singing together as a community.Teaching worship at home is essential for corporate worship.Worship services should be geared for participation, not just viewing.Quality in worship should not overshadow spiritual engagement. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Bible Caddie Ministry 02:05 The Digital Church: Identifying the Problems 05:01 Understanding Biblical Worship 10:34 The Impact of Digital Culture on Worship 14:25 Restoring Sacredness in Worship 19:27 Conclusion and Call to Action

    20 min

  2. JAN 27

    Episode 234: Authentic Relationships

    Keywords Text Driven Ministries, Digital Church, Authentic Relationships, Community, Evangelism, Spiritual Growth, Biblical Community, Church Gathering, Technology and Faith, Christian Life Summary In this episode of the Text Driven Podcast, Timothy Pigg discusses the concept of the Digital Church and its implications for authentic Christian community. He emphasizes the importance of in-person gatherings for spiritual growth and the dangers of relying solely on digital connections. Pigg argues that true community involves shared experiences, relationships, and accountability, which cannot be replicated through online platforms. He encourages listeners to engage with their local churches and foster genuine relationships to fulfill their spiritual needs. Takeaways Technology can connect us, but only a gathered community can provide spiritual formation.The digital church mimics community without forming authentic relationships.Biblical community is about sharing life together, not just consuming content.Spiritual growth happens in close proximity to other believers.The church is called the body of Christ, and we need each other to grow.Online church makes it easy to consume without contributing.Each person in the church has a role to play in the community.Christianity is meant to be lived out, not just downloaded.If no one notices your absence, you may not be truly engaged in community.We need to recapture a biblical vision for community.Sound bites "Technology has made us more connected than ever." "The digital church is a lie. It's an illusion." "The early church shared life, not just content." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Text Driven Ministries 05:57 Rediscovering Authentic Relationships in Church

    29 min

  3. JAN 11

    Episode 233: Special Edition - Interview with Ezekiel Monger

    Keywords Text-Driven Ministries, Nepalese Church, Faithfulness, Gospel, Cultural Barriers, Church Planting, Christian Journey, Ministry Challenges, Biblical Worldview, Conservative Baptist Network Summary In this episode of the Text Driven Podcast, Timothy Pigg interviews Ezekiel, a pastor dedicated to planting a Nepalese church in Columbus, Ohio. Ezekiel shares his journey from practicing Hinduism and Buddhism in Nepal to discovering Christianity in the United States. He discusses the challenges of ministering to the Nepalese community, the cultural barriers he faces, and the importance of faithfulness in ministry over the pursuit of immediate fruitfulness. The conversation highlights the need for doctrinally faithful churches and the transformative power of the gospel. Takeaways Ezekiel is the first Christian in his family.He practiced both Hinduism and Buddhism before converting to Christianity.Ezekiel's journey to faith began in a refugee camp in Las Vegas.He aims to plant a doctrinally faithful Nepalese church in Columbus, Ohio.The Nepalese community in Columbus is large, with many needing spiritual guidance.Cultural barriers make evangelism challenging in the Nepalese community.Ezekiel emphasizes the importance of faithfulness in ministry.He believes that the Bible provides comfort and guidance in difficult times.Ezekiel's ministry is likened to farming, requiring patience and hard work.Faithfulness to Jesus is more important than immediate results. Sound bites "Jesus transformed my life." "The Bible is my best friend." "I just want to follow God." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Text-Driven Ministries 01:08 Ezekiel's Journey to Christianity 05:01 Planting a Nepalese Church in Columbus 09:58 Challenges in Ministry and Cultural Barriers 15:10 Faithfulness Over Fruitfulness 19:58 Conclusion and Support for the Ministry

    22 min

  4. JAN 4

    Episode 232: The Fragmentation of the Local Church

    Summary In this episode of the Text Driven Podcast, Timothy Pigg and Carter Jurkovich discuss the fragmentation of the church body in the context of the digital church. They explore how online platforms can create divisions within the church community, the challenges of pastoral care in a digital age, and the implications of prioritizing global reach over local engagement in missions. The conversation emphasizes the importance of real community and the need for a path forward to recover a text-driven church. Takeaways Great Commission Weekend is a significant event for church leaders.Fragmentation in the church body is exacerbated by digital platforms.Digital church creates echo chambers that hinder true fellowship.Worshiping with diverse individuals fosters spiritual growth.Online church can lead to a selfish worship experience.Pastors face challenges due to competing online voices.Local engagement is crucial for effective missions.Investing in local churches can yield better results than digital outreach.The church must focus on real community rather than virtual connections.There is hope for recovering a text-driven church model. Sound bites "What does it look like today?" "You only listen to what you want." "This isn't all bad news." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Text Driven Podcast 02:11 Great Commission Weekend: A Call to Action 03:17 Understanding Fragmentation in the Church Body 04:58 The Impact of Digital Platforms on Fellowship 07:54 Echo Chambers and the Digital Church Experience 10:21 The Dangers of Disengagement from Local Pastors 13:33 Global Reach vs. Local Engagement in Missions 18:38 Investing in Local Churches for Global Impact 20:34 Conclusion: The Path Forward for the Church Text-Driven Resources Links TEXT-DRIVEN WOMEN Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-women/id1638626764⁠Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/39bprfuuuoBdiu3qpbNbSS⁠ TEXT-DRIVEN PODCAST Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-podcast/id1558036179⁠Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/58S8Z1wSnubt8AVFkH3e1k⁠ TEXT-DRIVEN BIBLE STUDIES The Book of Philippians (Text-Driven Bible Study) (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/1oypSB7⁠Foundations: Genesis 1-11: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/b77kWZA⁠The Book of Titus: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/4RAQaalThe Seven Churches of Revelation: Revelation 1-5 (January 2026) CHURCH/FAMILY RESOURCES The Local Church Matters https://a.co/d/5HNqbiQThe Seven Characteristics of a Text-Driven Woman (April 2026)Text-Driven Evangelism (January 2026) DEVOTIONAL Knowing Jesus at Christmas: A 25-Day Devotional through the Gospel of Luke ⁠https://a.co/d/6YMm0a9⁠Text-Driven Wisdom: A 31-Day Devotional through Proverbs https://a.co/d/17UC6jt

    22 min

  5. 12/28/2025

    Episode 231: Theological Drift

    Summary In this episode of the Text Driven Podcast, hosts Timothy Pigg and Carter Jurkovich discuss the concept of 'Digital Church' and the associated theological drift that arises from the demand for viral content on social media. They explore how the pursuit of short, engaging clips can lead to a shallow understanding of complex theological concepts, ultimately risking the integrity of core doctrines. The conversation emphasizes the importance of maintaining a strong doctrinal foundation and the challenges pastors face in a digital age where attention spans are short and the temptation for popularity is high. Takeaways Every church needs a doctrinal statement.The church is the pillar and buttress of truth.The digital church gives an easier path to drifting.You can't explain concepts of a transcendent God in 60 seconds.Once it's out there on social media, you're not getting it back.We want to be like the viral pastor with the great video.We're just supposed to be mere donkeys.Jesus was hated for what he said, and it was truth.It's spiritual temptation. I fight, you fight it.We need to be faithful to the text, driven by the text. Sound bites "Every church needs a doctrinal statement." "The church is the pillar and buttress of truth." "We're just supposed to be mere donkeys." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Digital Church and Theological Drift 02:09 Understanding Theological Drift 05:24 The Impact of Digital Culture on Theology 09:52 The Dangers of Clickbait Theology 13:54 The Call for Faithfulness in Preaching Text-Driven Resources Links TEXT-DRIVEN WOMEN Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-women/id1638626764⁠Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/39bprfuuuoBdiu3qpbNbSS⁠ TEXT-DRIVEN PODCAST Apple: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-podcast/id1558036179⁠Spotify: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/58S8Z1wSnubt8AVFkH3e1k⁠ TEXT-DRIVEN BIBLE STUDIES The Book of Philippians (Text-Driven Bible Study) (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/1oypSB7⁠Foundations: Genesis 1-11: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/b77kWZA⁠The Book of Titus: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/4RAQaalThe Seven Churches of Revelation: Revelation 1-5 (January 2026) CHURCH/FAMILY RESOURCES The Local Church Matters https://a.co/d/5HNqbiQThe Seven Characteristics of a Text-Driven Woman (April 2026)Text-Driven Evangelism (January 2026) DEVOTIONAL Knowing Jesus at Christmas: A 25-Day Devotional through the Gospel of Luke ⁠https://a.co/d/6YMm0a9⁠Text-Driven Wisdom: A 31-Day Devotional through Proverbs https://a.co/d/17UC6jt

    17 min

  6. 12/21/2025

    Episode 230: The Commodification of the Gospel

    Summary In this episode of the Text-Driven Podcast, Timothy Pigg and Carter Jurkovich discuss the impact of the digital church on the gospel and ministry. They explore the concept of commodification, where the gospel is treated as a common product rather than a sacred message. The conversation delves into the dangers of diluting the gospel to attract viewers and the importance of measuring ministry impact beyond mere likes and views. They encourage pastors to seek biblical examples in their practices and to focus on building faithful ministries that produce genuine fruit for the kingdom of God. Takeaways The digital church has commodified the gospel, making it common.Evangelism disconnected from the local church is ineffective.The gospel's dilution leads to a focus on self-improvement rather than sin.Measuring ministry success by likes and views is misleading.Genuine conversions require follow-up and community.The local church is essential for discipleship and growth.Pastors should seek biblical precedence for their ministry practices.The gospel should not be treated like a product on a shelf.Faithfulness in ministry is more important than popularity.Real fruit for the kingdom comes from faithful ministry. Sound bites "The gospel has become common like ketchup." "Jesus does not gauge success on likes." "Turn off your live stream on Sunday." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Text-Driven Podcast 01:48 New Resources for Living Wisely 02:48 The Digital Church and Its Impact 03:40 Understanding Commodification of the Gospel 06:46 The Commonness of the Gospel in Digital Spaces 09:41 The Danger of a Diluted Gospel 12:44 Measuring Ministry Impact in the Digital Age 17:12 Encouragement for Pastors and Ministry Leaders Text-Driven Resources Links TEXT-DRIVEN WOMEN Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-women/id1638626764Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/39bprfuuuoBdiu3qpbNbSS TEXT-DRIVEN PODCAST Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/text-driven-podcast/id1558036179Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/58S8Z1wSnubt8AVFkH3e1k TEXT-DRIVEN BIBLE STUDIES The Book of Philippians (Text-Driven Bible Study) (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/1oypSB7Foundations: Genesis 1-11: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/b77kWZAThe Book of Titus: Text-Driven Bible Study (Text-Driven Bible Studies) https://a.co/d/4RAQaalThe Seven Churches of Revelation: Revelation 1-5 (January 2026) CHURCH/FAMILY RESOURCES The Local Church Matters https://a.co/d/5HNqbiQThe Seven Characteristics of a Text-Driven Woman (April 2026)Text-Driven Evangelism (January 2026) DEVOTIONAL Knowing Jesus at Christmas: A 25-Day Devotional through the Gospel of Luke https://a.co/d/6YMm0a9Text-Driven Wisdom: A 31-Day Devotional through Proverbs https://a.co/d/17UC6jt

    19 min

  7. 12/07/2025

    Episode 229: The Decline of Accountability in the Age of Online Worship

    Summary In this episode of the Text-Driven Podcast, Timothy Pigg and Carter Jurkovich discuss the challenges and implications of the digital church. They explore themes of accountability, anonymity, and the impact of digital spaces on spiritual discipline. The conversation emphasizes the importance of in-person community and the dangers of a consumer mentality in worship. The hosts argue for a return to genuine, face-to-face discipleship and the need for churches to provide real truth in a world filled with illusions. Takeaways Digital church often leads to a loss of accountability.Participants in digital church are more like spectators than active members.Anonymity in digital spaces can fuel sin struggles and double lives.True community requires physical presence and engagement.Spiritual discipline is challenged by the digital age's short attention spans.Pastors struggle to shepherd anonymous online congregants effectively.Digital interactions lack the depth of in-person connections.The illusion of community in digital church is detrimental to spiritual growth.Real truth is needed to address real problems in the church.Face-to-face discipleship is essential for genuine faith development. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Text-Driven Podcast 04:16 The Digital Church: Accountability and Participation 12:01 Anonymity and the Loss of Shepherding 20:06 Spiritual Discipline in the Digital Age

    28 min

  8. 11/23/2025

    Episode 228: Special Edition - The Four Phases of Discipleship

    Summary In this conversation, Pastor Tim discusses the concept of discipleship within Christianity, emphasizing its importance and the practical steps involved in making disciples. He outlines the four phases of discipleship: personal obedience, relational modeling, relational responsibility, and personal accountability. Each phase is explored in detail, highlighting the role of individual believers and the church community in fostering spiritual growth and fulfilling the Great Commission. Takeaways Discipleship is a core element of the Christian faith.Personal obedience is the first phase of discipleship.Relational modeling involves older believers guiding younger ones.The church community is essential for living out Christianity.Mature believers should model the Christ life for others.Discipleship involves both teaching and practicing faith.The process of making disciples is a shared responsibility.Accountability is crucial in the discipleship journey.Fellowship Church emphasizes community and relational growth.The ultimate goal is to make disciples of all nations. Chapters 00:00 Understanding Discipleship 10:00 The Four Phases of Discipleship 20:01 Relational Responsibility and Accountability

    30 min
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Text-Driven Podcast is a ministry of Fellowship Church. Text-Driven Podcast exist to equip believers to know God and make Him known through text-driven ministries. You can learn more and find additional resources at www.textdriven.org.

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  • Creator
    Timothy Pigg
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    259
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Timothy Pigg
  • Show Website
    Text-Driven Podcast