In this episode we had the great privilege of interviewing Dr. Frank Turek on how to engage our culture. Dr. Turek is a world renown Christian Apologist. He has authored and co-authored four books including Stealing from God: Why Atheists Need God to make their Case, I Don’t Have Enough Faith to be an Atheist, Correct, Not Politically Correct and Legislating Morality. He is president of Cross Examined, an organization that goes to different college campuses and churches to give presentations on the existence of God. You can learn more at crossexamined.org.
We asked Dr. Turek about several topics, including North Carolina's HB2 case, evolution, and how to address our culture. Dr. Turek is what is known as an Evidential Apologist. He seeks out to prove the existence of God. He mentions on the show that you can believe in God without knowing the Bible. He seeks to get people to believe there is a God first, and then teaching them the evidence for Christ. If you haven't had a chance yet, make sure you get some of his books.
Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
During this episode we sipped on some great coffee. We sipped on Deathwish Coffee. Death wish promotes itself as the strongest coffee in the world. Kemp had several cups before he realized what we were drinking.
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
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The Laymen,
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun, and Wes
On Monday, we are very excited about a special guest. Dr. Frank Turek. Also, Kemp says why he giving up on the idea that all sins are the same.
There are so many times we make plans and then they just do not happen. For instance, this week we planned for a few guest to show up and, well, they did not come. What do we do when a curve ball is thrown; we knock it out of the park! We do what laymen do; we discussed different theological topics and had a great time!
One question that was asked was why pray for the lost? If we believe in unconditional election, do our prayers effect salvation? Here is one item in this discussion is that we do believe; that we are to pray for the lost. Paul tells us in Romans to do so, the discussion is what good do our prayers have?
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Tonight we sipped on Blue Mountain coffee. This is great smooth coffee that we purchased from a local shop.
One more week till the race. If you would like to support team please follow the link. You can join and run with us or join as a Ghost runner. Thank you for your support. Check out the link here: Chosen Carolinas Team Whicheveronefits.
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen,
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun, and Wes
In this Friday preview we discuss the upcoming Episode. Shaun asks the question, why pray for the lost. Also come hear Kemp discuss his adventures of being home along for a week.
On today's episode we had the privilege to sit down and talk with two Godly men and discuss politics. What brought these two men to the Cup, is that they vote democrat. It was interesting to sit down and have a true discussion about the differences and similarities between the Republican and Democratic parties.
Every time you turn on CNN or Fox News all you hear are the parties fighting over what seems like an insignificant maters. How many times have you heard civil conversations between the two different parties? Listen, and learn, and hopefully you will know what you believe politically and why.
Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
Tonight we sipped on Pete's Major Dickson. It has become a go to coffee. If you have any suggestions on different coffees for us to try please email the show. We enjoy trying all different types of coffee. Also, if you own a shop, we would love to try your coffee and rate it on the show.
Shaun is running a race to help raise money for his adoption. If you like to join his team, or learn more about it. Check it out here. Chosen Carolinas Team Whicheveronefits.
Lastly, we want to say Happy Easter! We truly serve a Risen Savior in Jesus Christ!
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen,
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun, and Wes
On this week episode, we have the privilege of having two Godly men on as guest. These men came on to discuss politics. Every time you turn on the news all you see are Republicans and Democrats arguing with one another. Now you can hear a great conversation on some of the differences between the two parties.
Does Theology Matter? Why should the layperson care about theology? To help answer these questions we brought in a local Pastor, Morrie Lawing, from Christ Church. He is a leader in the Associate Reformed Presbyterian denomination.
Theology is the understanding of God. In a sense, everyone has a theology. For most, as long as the pastor knows theology that is good enough for them, but is that enough? It is important for every Christian to have a knowledge of theology. We are told by the Apostle Paul to stop drinking milk, and start on solid foods. He is saying that we should dig deeper into the Scriptures, and the more we dig in, the more we will understand theology.
Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
On today's show we drank a cup of special coffee. I (Shaun) met the owner of this coffee company while in school at SEBTS. He and his wife lived in Uganda, and when they came back to the states they started Mukwano Coffee to support the people they lived with. We tried the Burundi coffee. It was a medium roast and went down smooth. Also, I promise, Matt, I will learn how to say it.
Shaun is running a race to help raise money for his adoption. If you like to join his team, or learn more about it. Check it out here. Chosen Carolinas Team Whicheveronefits.
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen,
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun, and Wes
On this Friday we preview we discuss the upcoming episode on why theology matters. Don't miss out on the riddle that stump Kemp and Shaun.
"Living on mission" is a phrase Christians hear a lot. For most, it is what Missionaries, or pastors, or Church Planters do. In actuality, it is a calling for all Christians. In Matthew 28, Jesus tells us his last command, "Go, into the world, and make disciples." We believe that this is a calling for all Christians. The issue, how do we do that? How do we, Laymen, who work 60 hours a week, who have families, who are caught up in the business of life, live a life of mission?
This is a big question and to help us we brought in a friend of the show, Pastor Ken Furches. He is the Community Pastor at Denver Baptist. Pastor Ken tells us how to live the life we are called to, in ways that only he can.
Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
If you would like to purchase the book by Brother Lawrence mentioned in the show you can do through the Laymen's Bookstore.
Shaun is running a race to help raise money for his adoption. If you like to join his team, or learn more about it, check it out here: Chosen Carolinas Team Whicheveronefits. - See more at: http://laymenscup.com/2016/03/laymen-being-laymen/#sthash.GWKVEHkC.dpuf
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen,
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun, and Wes
On this Friday Preview we discuss out up coming episode on Living on Mission, also we address a comment about accountability.
What do you do when your guest does not show up? Well, you wing it. That is what we did on today’s episode. Make no mistake, this is a great show. On today’s show Kemp brought his wife and daughter by. This led to a discussion on equality and to the question of whether or not woman should be serve in combat, which lead to whether or not women should serve as a Pastor. If you say no, then what is the difference between a woman being a Missionary and a Pastor?
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Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
Shaun is running a race to help raise money for his adoption. If you like to join his team, or learn more about it, check it out here: Chosen Carolinas Team Whicheveronefits.
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen,
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun, and Wes
In today's Friday Preview we have Patrick's and Kemp's wives stop by to discuss a trip to an upcoming concert...it derailed quickly from there.
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This is another "Straight out of Context" episode. This week we discuss Matthew 18:20 "For where two or three gather in my name, there am I with them." I think every young Christian has taken encouragement in this verse and thought "when I sit down and pray or read my Bible with another person, God is present." Surely you have heard this verse read in a worship service before. Is this the context of the verse? When you begin to read it, start in verse 15, and read it in the context in which Jesus spoke. Something you will notice, Jesus says "If your brother or sisters sins..." This does not seem like he is discussing worship or your Bible Study.
Like most verses though, taking it in the context in which it is written is much more powerful. We as brothers and sisters need to have an authority and accountability in our lives. True love of a friend is giving that friend the ability to hold you accountable for your actions. We also need to give authority to our local church to hold us accountable, and when we step in sin, the church needs authority in correcting us. In the context of this verse we see the process of dealing with a brother or sister that has stepped into sin and how to handle the situation in a loving way.
Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
Shaun is running a race to help raise money for his adoption. If you like to join his team, or learn more about it, check it out here: Chosen Carolinas Team Whicheveronefits.
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen,
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun, and Wes
Friday Preview, on Monday show we will discuss Matthew 18:20
Pornography has become a multi-billion dollar industry. The number of people who admit to watching porn goes up each year. This is a sin that has become very widespread. It a sin that destroys those who view it, slowly but surely. In this episode the guys bring back Pastor Chris of Denver Baptist Church to help us find a way to defeat this horrific sin.
They say that pornography is the most addictive sin; more addictive than drugs. That does not mean that is impossible to beat. The trick is find what we love more. That should be Jesus, because he has a surpassing love for us. When someone turns to him, he will help those who struggle in this sin.
Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
On tonight’s show we went back to the original, Peet’s Major Dickason’s Blend, it is a smooth blend, and one of the best sellers by Peet’s Coffee. It’s easy to find Peet’s, its in most stores that sell good coffee.
Shaun is running a race to help raise money for his adoption. If you like to join his team, or learn more about it, check it out here: Chosen Carolinas Team Whicheveronefits.
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen,
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun, and Wes
In this episode we discuss the upcoming show that is coming out Monday the 22nd.
In today's society we have a warped sense of sex. It is not something new. It actually started after the fall. When sin entered the world, the human's view of sex fell with it. How are we, as Christians, supposed to view sex? For most, it was taught in churches that it is some forbidden thing that should never be discussed, but in the world it is everywhere we look. There is not a commercial you can see or hear that doesn't have some sexuality to it. It is everywhere we look. We live in a hyper sexual culture. In this episode Pastor Chris stops by and helps the Laymen discover the proper view of sex.
Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
We have started to broadcast parts of our show on Periscope. If you would like to interact with us as we record, follow us on Periscope @laymenscup and listen for the whistle to alert you that we’re live, usually on Wednesday nights!
On today’s show we drank Black Riffle Coffee. It was a smooth cup of coffee. Thanks to #laymenswife Amanda for it! Check out their website to get your own bag.
Shaun is running a race to help raise money for his adoption. If you like to join his team, or learn more about it. Check it out here. Chosen Carolinas Team Whicheveronefits.
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen,
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun, and Wes
In today's Friday preview we have the "evangellyfish" moment of the week. We also discuss out upcoming episode on sex.
Proverbs 22:6 says "Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it." We have all seen or heard of kids raised in the church and when they went out into the world they departed from everything they learned. What happened? Did the parents sin? Did they fail as a Christian parents? Hasn't the Bible promised this wouldn't happen? This is why it is important to not only get this verse right, but also have a correct understanding of the book of Proverbs. In this episode we discuss this verse and the ways we discipline and train our children.
The Laymen would like to say Congratulations to Deathwish Coffee. They won a small business contest and had a thirty second commercial during the Super Bowl. If you haven't tried their coffee yet, do yourself a favor and go get some. You will not be disappointed.
Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
We have started to broadcast parts of our show on Periscope. If you would like to interact with us as we record, follow us on Periscope @laymenscup and listen for the whistle to alert you that we’re live, usually on Wednesday nights!
Today's show we drank Deathwish Coffee. If you like your coffee strong, give it a try.
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen,
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun, and Wes
Our Friday show gives us a chance to discuss our upcoming episode and what is going on currently during the week. On Monday the show is on Proverbs 22:6, and during the Friday Preview we discuss the Carolina Panthers.
We had another Laymen’s Cup road trip this week leading to a candid interview with Dr. Danny Akin, the President of Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dr. Akin has been president of SEBTS since 2004. He has been married to his bride, Charlotte, for 37 years, and they have raised four boys. Dr. Akin has authored numerous books including God on Sex: The Creator’s Ideas about Love, Intimacy and Marriage. He is also editor of the Christ-Centered Exposition Series. This is a great series for anyone who wants to learn more about the Bible.
When we sat down with Dr. Akin we had one question; “What does it mean when we say ‘Biblical Marriage?'” From there, the conversation had a life of its own. We discussed the Bible’s expectations for husbands, arguing with your spouse, how to raise children in the light of Scripture, and many other topics on marriage. It is an hour well spent with a godly man who was a great encouragement to us, and hopefully to you as well.
Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
We have started to broadcast parts of our show on Periscope. If you would like to interact with us as we record, follow us on Periscope @laymenscup and listen for the whistle to alert you that we’re live, usually on Wednesday nights!
Today’s show we drank Deathwish Coffee. If you like your coffee strong, give it a try.
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen,
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun and Wes
January 22nd was the anniversary of the Roe v Wade court decision. This was the Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion throughout the United States. For this episode we brought in Pastor Bobby Wilkerson of Church at Denver. Pastor Bobby has taken a strong stance against abortion. Every year on the anniversary of the case he participates in a memorial service called March for Life. You can find out more here, March For Life. The March for life is put on by "Right for Life." It is an organization whose sole purpose is to education people on abortion, infanticide and euthanasia. Every Christian should take a stance against abortion, Right for Life is one of the organizations that takes this stance.
Pastor Bobby is passionate about children, he has seven of them. He is Worship Pastor at Church of Denver. You can learn more here, http://churchatdenver.org. We have a great conversation, in the second half of the show, about the analogy of a "full quiver of arrows" and the theology of children. He and his wife homeschool their children, and he really makes you think about the proper way to view family planning.
Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
We have started to broadcast parts of our show on Periscope. If you would like to interact with us as we record, follow us on Periscope @laymenscup and listen for the whistle to alert you that we’re live, usually on Wednesday nights!
On today's show we were drinking coffee from Just Love Coffee. If you would like to check them out, you can get it here at. Shaun's Coffee Shop.
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun and Wes
We are excited about Monday's episode, we have a special guest. Pastor Bobby Wilkerson of Church of Denver. He discusses the anniversary of Roe v Wade.
In this preview we discuss an interview with TD Jakes. In this interview he discuss how the "Black church" are to deal with the LGBT community. You can hear the interview, follow the link below.
At the start of every new year, almost every person made a resolution, whether it was to lose weight, go to church more, or be a nicer person. Why do we make resolutions? It because we know in our heart that we need to change. The simple fact is though, by the 15th of January, 30% of resolutions made are broken. If you are a regular gym member this becomes a visual fact. The first week of the year you can barely find a parking spot. The second week, there are a few open spots, and by the middle of the month you have no problems at all finding a space.
Why are so many resolutions not kept? Why is it so hard to change? It is because people attempt to change on their own. We make a promise to ourselves that this year will be different, this year I will be a better person. The simple fact is, that without the proper tools, we can never change on our own, we will always struggle with our old self.
I want to mention a resource Patrick mentions in the show. If you have had made a resolution to read the Bible more, Denver Baptist Church puts out an incredible reading plan. We are reading through the letters of Paul. Follow the link, DBC Bible Reading Plan to follow along.
Thank you for listening. If you are listening on iTunes please subscribe and leave a review. If you have comments or questions for us, you can email us at laymenscup@gmail.com. We also have videos you can view here on our website or on Youtube. We are on Facebook at www.facebook.com/laymenscup. You can also follow us on Instagram and Twitter @laymenscup.
We have started to broadcast parts of our show on Periscope. If you would like to interact with us as we record, follow us on Periscope @laymenscup and listen for the whistle to alert you that we’re live, usually on Wednesday nights!
It is always our hope to get the Gospel out to as many people as possible and you can help us by sharing the show. Word of mouth is the greatest way we will get the show out to the masses. Thank you.
Please pray for us, as we are praying for you.
The Laymen
Kemp, Patrick, Shaun and Wes