A Biblical Perspective on Marriage: Cultivating Intimacy
The Evergreen Beaverton Podcast
Pastors Adam Parker and Matthew Poole discuss the vital role of intimacy in marriage, grounded in biblical principles. They explore five key areas (spiritual, mental, emotional, recreational, and physical), offering practical strategies to foster closeness and unity. Whether your marriage feels distant or vibrant, this episode provides insights to help cultivate an intimate and healthy one-flesh relationship.
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Navigating Church Expectations in Times of Crisis
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Pastors Adam Parker and Matthew Poole discuss the challenges of navigating church expectations during significant cultural events, such as the recent assassination of a prominent Christian figure. They discuss the dangers of demanding pastors address specific topics from the pulpit, emphasizing the importance of trusting Scripture to minister to congregants' needs. Grounded in biblical principles, they highlight the true marks of a faithful church (preaching the Word, administering sacraments, and exercising church discipline), offering practical guidance for discerning when to stay or leave a...
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A Biblical Perspective on Marriage: Navigating Conflict
The Evergreen Beaverton Podcast
Pastors Adam Parker and Matthew Poole address the conflict in marriage. They discuss how to address sin, differences, and external stressors with grace, offering practical strategies for resolving conflicts in a way that builds unity rather than division.
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A Biblical Perspective on Marriage: Communication
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Pastors Adam Parker and Matthew Poole discuss the vital role of communication in marriage, grounded in biblical principles. They address barriers such as self-centeredness and busyness, sharing practical, grace-filled strategies for fostering open, honest, and loving communication. Whether you're married, engaged, or seeking stronger relationships, this episode offers insights to deepen communication.
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A Biblical Perspective on Marriage: Covenant, Christ, and Commitment
The Evergreen Beaverton Podcast
In this episode, Pastors Adam Parker and Matthew Poole turn to Ephesians 5 to discuss a Biblical understanding of marriage, moving beyond cultural myths to focus on its God-given purpose.
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Cultural Perspectives on Marriage: Setting the Stage
The Evergreen Beaverton Podcast
In this episode, Pastors Adam Parker and Matthew Poole critique cultural perspectives on marriage in light of Scripture. Join them for a thoughtful discussion that sets the stage for a deeper look at the biblical institution of marriage in the episodes to come.
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General Assembly Insights
The Evergreen Beaverton Podcast
After a long hiatus, we are excited to return with Season 2 of the Evergreen Beaverton Podcast. In this episode, ruling elder Mike Barnes joins teaching elders Adam Parker and Matthew Poole to share their insights and experiences as they reflect on this year's general assembly.
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Episode 19: The Fall of Jerusalem and Matthew 23:37-24:35
The Evergreen Beaverton Podcast
Today Adam and Matthew discuss more material that was left out of Sunday's sermon. This material relates to the historical narrative around what exactly happened to the city of Jerusalem and the temple in 70 AD. What is it about the fall of the temple to the Zealots, and of the city to the Roman General Titus, that makes these events as a whole a good candidate for the fulfillment of Jesus' predictions in Matthew 23:37-24:35? [Note: We haven't marked this episode as "explicit," but just know that there are descriptions of violent acts in this episode that might not be appropriate for little...
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Episode 18: Evangelism and Our Identity in Christ (Interview w/ Benjamin Flores)
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On this episode, Adam and Matthew interview Benjamin Flores, who is a member of Evergreen. Benjamin has a deep passion to see average church members realize their own calling to be faithful and speak of Jesus. It is tempting to believe that evangelism can and should really only be done by church officers, but Benjamin is eager to help all members to be eager, prayerful, and actively looking for opportunities to share the gospel with others.
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Episode 17: Technology Is Changing Us
The Evergreen Beaverton Podcast
Technology inevitably has an impact on the way we think and relate to others. Decades into our own experiments with computers and the internet, researchers have begun to gather data on what that technology is doing to us. Anecdotally, we know that the internet is changing how we relate, how we speak, and how we work. As Christians, then, what are we willing to do to make sure that our minds our sharp, and our children are ready to use their minds to glorify God? On this episode, Adam, Matthew, Travis, and Erik discuss just what it is what we are doing, and what wisdom dictates we ought...
info_outlineAfter our recent sermon series on the Sacraments, Matthew and Pastor Adam tackle some of the questions that we've received from congregants on the subject of the sacraments.
"Isn't Colossians 2:11-12 really about baptism by the Spirit, not actual physical baptism? It seems like the connection in this passage between circumcision and baptism is way shakier than you made it sound in the sermon."
"What if my children are no longer infants but still haven't been baptized? Is there an age when it's no longer appropriate to baptize a child?"
"You mentioned people in church history wanting to baptize with sand instead of water. Did that really happen?"
"We use wine in the Lord's Supper. Are people under 21 legally allowed to drink wine in church?"
"I (or my children) don't like the taste of wine."
"Why do Teaching Elders in the PCA administer the Lord's Supper but Ruling Elders don't?"
"Why are we using wine in the Lord's Supper when grape juice is the least potentially offensive substance for us to use in the supper?"
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