
Ground Up Faith
A Podcast of Pastor Jonathan Schnibben presenting Sermons, Bible Studies, Interviews and more that digs into the very ground of what it means to develop as a follower of God. Together we'll get to know the peculiar people, places, and practices of Christianity.
Episodes
139 episodes
The Bible's Big Picture: Part 1
We may know many of the stories of the Bible; and we may even have a basic outline in our minds; but those stories come to life in new and exciting ways when we appreciate the Big Picture of the Bible's one story. In this four part series we'll...
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Bonhoeffer Part 1: His life and times
Dietrich Bonhoeffer is one of the most important theologians, not just of the 20th Century, but for the entire church. His writings and his shows a true life of discipleship.
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The Book of Revelation - Part 6 The End
The Book of Revelation has often been considered one of the most confusing and frightening books in the Bible. Many through the centuries have doubted that it should even be in the Bible. Martin Luther was equally perplexed by it. On one occasi...
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The Book of Revelation - Part 5 Why the idea of the Rapture doesn't work
The Book of Revelation has often been considered one of the most confusing and frightening books in the Bible. Many through the centuries have doubted that it should even be in the Bible. Martin Luther was equally perplexed by it. On one occasi...
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The Book of Revelation - Part 4 Revelation and the Reverse Rapture
The Book of Revelation has often been considered one of the most confusing and frightening books in the Bible. Many through the centuries have doubted that it should even be in the Bible. Martin Luther was equally perplexed by it. On one occasi...
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The Book of Revelation - Part 3 Revelation & The Exodus Story
The Book of Revelation has often been considered one of the most confusing and frightening books in the Bible. Many through the centuries have doubted that it should even be in the Bible. Martin Luther was equally perplexed by it. On one occasi...
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The Book of Revelation - Part 2 Revelation and the Old Testament
The Book of Revelation has often been considered one of the most confusing and frightening books in the Bible. Many through the centuries have doubted that it should even be in the Bible. Martin Luther was equally perplexed by it. On one occasi...
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The Book of Revelation - Part 1 An Introdcution
The Book of Revelation has often been considered one of the most confusing and frightening books in the Bible. Many through the centuries have doubted that it should even be in the Bible. Martin Luther was equally perplexed by it. On one occasi...
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Theography: Jesus of Nazareth: Savior, Lord, Teacher, & ... episode 5
In Theography, a theological biography of Jesus, we will get to know Jesus in a new and fresh way. On this episode we look at the resurrection of Jesus and consider what he was doing for the 40 days he was on Earth prior to his ascension.
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Theography: Jesus of Nazareth: Savior, Lord, Teacher, & ... episode 4
In Theography, a theological biography of Jesus, we will get to know Jesus in a new and fresh way. On this episode we look at the accounts of Jesus' Passion and Death.
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Theography: Jesus of Nazareth: Savior, Lord, Teacher, & ... episode 3
In Theography, a theological biography of Jesus, we will get to know Jesus in a new and fresh way. On this episode we look at the Lukan Travel Narrative and consider both the stories within and the significance of this part of Luke's Gospel wit...
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Theography: Jesus of Nazareth: Savior, Lord, Teacher, & ... episode 2
Theography, a theological biography of Jesus, we will get to know Jesus in a new and fresh way. On this episode we will consider the beginning of Jesus' ministry, his baptism and temptation, the call of his disciples, and his first teachings.
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Theography: Jesus of Nazareth: Savior, Lord, Teacher, & ... episode 1
In this, the first of a live five part series we begin exploring who Jesus of Nazareth is. Theography, a theological biography will get to know Jesus in a way we often over look. On this episode we begin with some of the back story of Jesus, lo...
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U2 & Faith: Songs of Searching 5 of 5
On our final installment we go back to the beginning and hear about the first song of U2's first album Boy. The song is I will Follow and it explores the depth of love. We also close with U2's 2002 Super Bowl halftime show.
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U2 & Faith: Songs of Searching 4 of 5
Today we continue our study with U2's song One. We consider the various ways this song address human community in light of the Gospel. To watch to U2 preform One Livehttps://youtu.be/WvJKG...
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U2 & Faith: Songs of Searching 3 of 5
This week we listen to a conversation between Bono and Eugene Peterson, translator of the Message. We also consider two songs, Yahweh and 40. One is a Psalm and the other a modern day psalm.
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U2 & Faith: Songs of Searching 2 of 5
This week we continue our look at the music of the Irish Rock Band U2. We consider Sunday Bloody Sunday as a Psalm of Lament and Where the Streets Have no Name as giving voice to our greatest desire, Jesus.
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U2 & Faith: Songs of Searching 1 of 5
This week we begin a six part series looking at the music of the Band U2 and its faith implications.
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Podchurch #031
Today we hear the Christmas story, its familiar and treasured. But maybe its too familiar and maybe we're missing some of what this is really about. Listen in to find out more!
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Podchurch #030
Today we hear the story of Joseph's Annunciation. You're probably familiar with it...but I bet you've never heard it this way. Listen in to find out more!
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Podchurch #029
In today's episode we hear a fantastic story of John the Baptist in his shocking appearance in the wilderness...only its not so shocking when viewed through the eyes of faith. We can't see this on our own; instead its handed down to us. Listen ...
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Podchurch #028
In this episode we consider the crucifixion of Jesus in preparation for Christ the King Sunday.
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Podchurch #027
Today we hear the story of the rich fool who brings down his barns to put up larger ones. What does this story have to say to us today in the complexity of our lives? Listen in to find out!
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