Intersections: Faith and Culture
Hi, I’m Lanny. I’m the Sr. Pastor at Town & Country Christian church in Bartlesville, Ok. This podcast is usually my sermon content from the previous week. I aim for a laid-back style that (I hope) encourages, strengthens and challenges you to walk with Jesus better every day. The sermons are designed to provide practical, biblical views on subjects and issues that are important in our world. You can find out more about me on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/preacherlanny.
Episodes
64 episodes
Follow Jesus in Trials
There were two trials the night Jesus was arrested. One was illegal but formal. The other trial was in the court of public opinion. Peter didn't do so well in his trial.
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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36:16
Following Jesus - Not Your Everyday Jesus
There are times when we take things for granted. They're too familiar, easily overlooked. Disciples of Jesus can fall into that trap if we're not careful.
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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36:30
Following Jesus - Becoming the Real Deal
Watch out for fakes! Whether we're talking about counterfeit products from the internet or people, the results are similar. We're disappointed, angered, distrustful. The fake stuff just doesn't live up to the expectation we have. For disciples ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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34:27
Following Jesus - Which King Has Authority?
Bob Dylan famously wrote, "But you're gonna have to serve somebody, yesIndeed you're gonna have to serve somebody." As disciples of Jesus, we must choose daily who gets to be king in our life. This is particularly relevant in the fractured ...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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38:00
Following Jesus Out Of our Boxes
To see the video I reference in the message, go here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRwt25M5nGwWe often find ourselves putting people in "boxes." We make assumptions based ethnicity, gender, body type, the list is endless. And it's...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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31:11
Following Jesus Into Real Life
February means Valentine's Day. Expectations run high for many. Others, from previous experience, may expect nothing. What's a disciple of Jesus supposed to do with this holiday?
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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24:06
Following Jesus To Dinner
How much is enough? What do we do and where do we turn when we're afraid we don't have enough of (fill in the blank)? Jesus confronts his disciples with an enormous challenge to feed 5,000 people. But there's not enough. Now what?
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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28:51
Following Jesus - What's It Going to Cost Me?
We can know the price of an item but not necessarily understand what it's going to cost us. Jesus asks us to make and informed and deliberate decision about deciding to follow Him by outlining what it's going to cost us. (spoiler alert: it's ev...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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34:47
Following Jesus Into Abundance
Unexpected things happen at weddings. Some are fun and humorous, some are embarrassing and hurtful. As we continue to following Jesus as His disciples, we find ourselves at a wedding where a potentially embarrassing situation turns into an abun...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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35:28
Following Jesus Into the Desert
What tempts you? How do you resist? We often find it difficult to not give in. Let's follow Jesus into the desert as he experiences the same temptations as we do.
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34:10
Following Jesus to the Jordan River
Did you ever play "follow the leader" as a kid? Sure. It's a lot of fun until the leader makes you do weird things or some action you're uncomfortable with. How about following a leader you can always trust? Our opening 2021 podcast series is o...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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33:05
Core 52 Week 44 - He Is Risen, Indeed!
In our current cultural context, resurrection is often thought of as "reanimation." Biblical resurrection is something completely different. Our understand of what life after death will look like is based on Jesus' resurrection.
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Season 2
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Episode 44
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24:48
Core 52 Week 43 - What Is God's Will For Me?
At times, God seems more interested in revealing His will than we are in receiving it...
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Season 2
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Episode 43
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27:43
Core 52 Week 42 - Radical Transformation
Ever feel like you're dried up like old bones? Just tired of it all? You're not alone. We want to change, but how?
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Season 2
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Episode 42
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37:32
Core 52 Week 41 - Freedom in Christ
Q: How can I experience freedom? We're all experiencing a "national burnout." But the Christian doesn’t have to be subject to the same oppression as the rest of the world because we live under grace. we are free in Christ.
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Season 2
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Episode 41
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30:42
Core 52 Week 40 - My Skin, Your Skin
Racial tensions are running high in America. What are we supposed to do about it?
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Season 2
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Episode 40
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40:46
Core 52 Week 39 - Baptized Into Christ
What's this baptism thing all about? Do I really need to get dunked? You can contact me: lanny(at)tcccfamily.orgI'm on social media: @preacherlanny
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Season 2
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Episode 39
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32:32
Core 52 Week 38 - Jesus Ascends Into the Heavens
We talk a lot about the resurrection but often skip over the ascension (when Jesus rose into the heavens). It's an important part of our doctrine and deserves some attention!Contact me: Lanny(at)tcccfamily.orgI'm on Twitter & FB...
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Season 2
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Episode 38
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32:03
Core 52 Week 37 - Alive in the Spirit
To be consistently transformed into the image of Jesus, we're going to need a power greater than ourselves. That's where the Holy Spirit comes in.
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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34:38
Core 52 Week 36 - Salvation? A Done Deal?
Once saved, always saved? Or not? Questions about eternal security have plagued Christians for centuries. The Bible holds truths in tension with one another. Salvation is by grace through faith and is never withdrawn by God. But what about our ...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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28:46
Core 52 Week 35 - Communion With God and One Another
It's dangerous to cut off the blood flow to your extremities. We risk damage or even the loss of a limb when this happens. It's also very dangerous to cut ourselves off from God and one another spiritually and relationally. Communion helps us t...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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37:25
Core 52 Week 34 - What True Worship is Like
The singer says he's "getting back to the heart of worship." It's a laudable and important goal. What does it really mean? Jesus interrupts a Samaritan woman's life to point her (and us) in the right direction.
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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34:56
Core 52 Week 33 - God Loves You
John 3:16 is probably the most well-known Bible reference in the world. But when you look it up, what does it mean for God to love you? What does Jesus coming into the world have to do with it? Let's see just how much and what it means for God ...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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27:10
Core 52 Week 32 - What if God Were One of Us?
God has, indeed, become one of us. it's a foundational doctrine of the New Testament that Jesus of Nazareth was born to be fully human and, at the same time, fully God. The doctrine is called "incarnation." This message elaborates on what it's ...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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33:15
Core 52 Week 31 - Love Is All You Need
Maybe the Beatles were right. In a world that shifts constantly, what principle do we rely on to guide us? A classic question with a timeless response. Love God and love one another.Please send feedback or comments to: lanny(at)tcccfami...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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33:11
Core52 Week 30 - Leadership is Messy
Leadership is a messy, dirty business. But not the way you might think. Jesus leads us the heart of what it means to lead through service.
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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30:19
Core 52 Week 29 - Find True Rest
We simply don't get enough rest. And it's not just being short on sleep. We're not well-rested in our hearts. Not much is likely to change until we find our rest in God alone.Please send feedback on this podcast to me. Whether it's abou...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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37:33
Core 52 Week 28 - A Deeper Faith
Semper Fi - Ever Faithful. The motto and driving force of the United States Marines. It's an excellent principle for all to follow. What if Christians pledged to "semper fidelis" as well? Let's dig in to a deeper understanding of faith.
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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26:26
