No Church Answers!
372 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★★ - 28 ratingsContact us at www.nochurchanswers.com. We're not pastors, just regular guys. Engaging, deep and often humorous looks at faith in today's world by our panel.
The No Church Answers! podcast began as Man Up a Spiritual Oasis for Men in 2017, launched by Bill Cox, actor and DJ, and four regulars, Steven Titch, Robert Cocheu, Michael Cropper and Earl Lloyd--all from different faith backgrounds. Our focus is on ways men could use their Christian faith to drive their goals, leadership and action. We feel the faith muscle needs regular exercise. The body is like a barrel. The outside is your education, money and health. The inside is your faith and soul. We bring different points of view to a scripture lesson and hash them out in a panel discussion. We strive for authenticity in representing what Christian men are thinking.
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Podcast 139 Colossians 3:10-17 Paul’s Haberdashery
February 06, 2020 02:53 - 55 minutes - 73 MBNow that you’ve cast off your old self (Col. 3:9), what are you going to wear? If clothes make the man, what outward trappings reflect an inner spiritual light. We look at Paul’s specific list and his challenge that we fit them to our lifestyle. Also, we begin our podcast with a closer look at how millennial males are “manning up” and offer some thoughts about the cultural contradiction that was the Super Bowl halftime show. Our panel: Mike Cropper (“The Judge”), Robert Cocheu (“The Professor...
Podcast 138 – Colossians 3:1-9 Weeds of the Spirit
January 30, 2020 03:06 - 53 minutes - 71 MBHow is Christian living like good lawn care? Paul advises the Colossians keep the mind and heart on things above and put to earthly sin to death. We look at Holy Spirit-guided discipline as the Ortho sprayer for the soul. Also, Bill mans up and defeats the temptation of cynicism after being scammed by a spoofed email. Our panel: Mike Cropper (“The Judge”), Robert Cocheu (“The Professor”) Steve Titch ("The Gambler"). Bill Cox (“The Director”) hosts. Visit us at www.man-upspiritualoasis.com. F...
Podcast 137 – Colossians 2:16-23 Wear Your Rainbow Sweater to Church
January 23, 2020 03:08 - 52 minutes - 55 MBPaul calls out legalism and other forms spiritual intimidation. Bill recalls a time he was written off as only a “14-carat Christian” because he lacked a charismatic experience. Steve asks if it’s still really a “sacrifice” to give up meat on Friday. It’s amazing how soon these false doctrines of “Christ-Plus” rules and practices seeped into the early church and continue in various forms today, from prohibitions on dancing, rock music and, as we learned this week, rainbow sweaters. Every deno...
Podcast 136 -- Colossians 2:9-15 Paul's Run-on Sentence
January 16, 2020 18:07 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MB100% Christ is sufficient--no additives--is the basic message of our faith. Yet it seems to be human nature to pile on extra stuff to attain salvation, be it circumcision in Paul's day, or necessary works, special rules and spiritual mysticism in ours. We dive into this wordy passage, reading translations from the NIV and "The Message." With us this week: Mike Cropper (“The Judge”), Robert Cocheu ("The Professor) and Kyle Trahan ("The Deacon"), injuries mended and back with us. Steve Titch (...
Podcast 135 -- Colossians 1:24-2:1-7 Fullness in Christ as Individuals and as a Church
January 09, 2020 17:21 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBWe start the new year with a double lesson, looking at the mystery of the spirit-directed life and how we as men can express that through our participation in the genuine, living church. Mike Cropper (“The Judge”) and Robert Cocheu discuss with host Steve Titch ("The Gambler") host. Visit us at www.man-upspiritualoasis.com. Find us on iHeartRadio, iTunes, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Podcast 134 – Colossians 1:20-23 Reconciliation and Hope
December 19, 2019 02:52 - 57 minutes - 75.8 MBWe talk about how the Cross of Christ reconciles each of us to God and God to creation. Bill is moved by Paul’s imagery of our reborn selves. Mike talks about the believer’s job to assist in building the new Kingdom. And is Col 1:20 a case for Universalism? Or does salvation depend on individual acceptance of grace? And in this Christmas season, we all address the idea of staying open to Spirit-led hope in a world filled with negativity. With us this week: Mike Cropper (“The Judge”), Steve Ti...
Podcast 133 - Colossians 1:15:19 A Mystery Inside a Paradox Inside a Contradiction
December 12, 2019 03:32 - 49 minutes - 53.2 MBWho is Jesus? Fully God and fully man, writes Paul, creator, sustainer and redeemer. We explore the primary theological idea behind Christianity—Jesus Christ as God-made-flesh in a conversation along the way touches on the image of God, the Son of God’s pre-incarnate appearances in the Old Testament, and Big Bang and quantum physics. With us this week: Robert Cocheau (“The Professor”) Mike Cropper (“The Judge”) and Steve Titch ("The Gambler"). Bill Cox (“The Director”) hosts. Visit us at www....
Podcast 132 Colossians 1:1-14 The Fullness of Christ
December 05, 2019 02:59 - 55 minutes - 59.8 MBWe’re back after a break for Thanksgiving with the start of a study on Paul’s letter to the Colossian church. After looking at some of the overall themes of the letter, we talk about the encouragement Paul offers in words and prayers at the outset of his letter, and our own approaches to prayer, including Robert’s ACTS formula. With us this week: Robert Cocheau (“The Professor”) Mike Cropper (“The Judge”) and Steve Titch ("The Gambler"). Bill Cox (“The Director”) hosts. Visit us at www.man-up...
Podcast 131 -- Matthew 28:18-20 Working on Commission
November 21, 2019 03:31 - 49 minutes - 54.5 MBIn our last installment on the Ten Commandments (plus two) we discuss the Great Commission, Jesus’ instruction to make disciples of all people. As men, we wonder if its best to witnessing with actions and attitudes, and leave the words to the preachers. Above all, the importance of love and human connection to any discipling endeavor. We also speak to the emergency at the Houston Food Bank (www.houstonfoodbank.org), which lost 2 million lbs. of food last week due to a refrigeration system fai...
Podcast 130 – Matthew 23:35-39 The Greatest Commandment
November 14, 2019 03:34 - 57 minutes - 71.2 MBLoving God is easy, Loving your neighbor is hard. We step our game and do an actual studio taping, and talk about who our neighbors really are—particularly the “invisible” souls around us who might simply need human contact and the acknowledgment that they, too, matter. It’s more than suspending judgment. Sometimes it means testing whether our own ingrained values truly reflect those of God. With us this week: Robert Cocheau (“The Professor”) Mike Cropper (“The Judge”), Steve Titch ("The Gamb...
Podcast 129 -- Exodus 20:17 Covet This
November 07, 2019 03:07 - 50 minutes - 53.3 MBThe culture wants us to want things—things that promise happiness and well-being but that ultimately leave us empty. Robert Cocheau (“The Professor”) and Steve Titch ("The Gambler") and Bill Cox talk about countering balancing desire with contentment and gratitude, as well as cultivating a spirit of authenticity. Visit us at www.man-upspiritualoasis.com. Find us on iHeartRadio, iTunes, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Podcast 128 -- Exodus 20:16 Does this Podcast Make Me Look Fat?
October 31, 2019 11:24 - 52 minutes - 54.5 MBWe look at the legal, ethical and Christian aspects of the commandment against bearing false witness, perhaps the easiest commandment to break, therefore the easiest to rationalize. What is our responsibility to the truth in a time when hype and spin are considered a natural part of doing business? Our panel this week: Mike Cropper ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu ("The Professor"), Kyle Trahan (The Deacon), calling in from a campsite in north Texas. Steve Titch ("The Gambler") and Bill Cox ("Th...
Podcast 127 Exodus 20:15 Steal This Podcast
October 24, 2019 02:34 - 1 hour - 64.5 MB“You shall not steal,” says the Eighth Commandment. Although it’s doubtful any of us will rob a bank, we look at how we can justify swiping pens at the office, surfing the Internet on company time and downloading music and video without paying. Robert talks about how to promote employee ideas without stealing them. Steve asks about the rules of God’s economy. With us this week: Robert Cocheau (“The Professor”) Mike Cropper (“The Judge”) and Steve Titch ("The Gambler"). Bill Cox (“The Director...
Podcast 126 Exodus 20:14 All About Sex
October 17, 2019 02:01 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBWe look at the 7th Commandment, “You shall not commit adultery” and debate its meaning, complexity and scope in our highly sexualized cultural climate. *Warning: Mature Content* What is the Christian alternative to a world where sex is commoditized? Is the church hypocritical when it tolerates divorce and adult sexual relationships outside of marriage yet banishes gay men and women? How do millennials view this commandment? And is the “Me Too” movement an unspoken call for respect, structure ...
Podcast 125 -- Exodus 20:13 You Shall Not Murder, Right?
October 10, 2019 02:13 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBWho knew four words (two in Hebrew!) could raise so many complex questions? We talk about the upholding sanctity of life amid contemporary questions regarding war, capital punishment, suicide and--not willing to flinch--abortion. No church answers, and no easy ones either. Listen and comment (civilly, please). With us this week: Mike Cropper (“The Judge”) Larry Post (“The Pastor”) and Steve Titch ("The Gambler"). Bill Cox (“The Director”) hosts. Visit us at www.man-upspiritualoasis.com. Find ...
Podcast 124 -- Exodus 20:12 Honor Thy Father
October 03, 2019 02:03 - 50 minutes - 52.8 MBWe look at the 5th Commandment and its New Testament counterparts (Eph. 6:1, Col 3:20). We discuss how to “honor” one’s parents, and, as men, making ourselves worthy of the honor and respect of our own children. We discuss the importance of family to social stability and debate the appropriateness of spanking. With us this week: Robert Cocheu ("The Professor"), Mike Cropper (“The Judge”) Larry Post (“The Pastor”) and Steve Titch ("The Gambler"). Bill Cox (“The Director”) hosts. Visit us at ww...
Podcast 123 – Exodus 20:8-11 (and Mark 2:27) Remember the Sabbath Day
September 26, 2019 01:52 - 50 minutes - 52.8 MBGod commanded his people to take a day off each week from worldly pursuits. In modern times we struggle to find a balance between neglect of the Sabbath and legalistic, restrictive observance. This week’s podcast on the Fourth Commandment looks reasons why we should stop, rest and rejuvenate and the pressures that frustrate that. Bill Cox (“The Director) also revisits some his thoughts from last week’s podcast on the Lord’s name. Joining Bill this week: Mike Cropper (“The Judge”), Steve Titch...
Podcast 122 – Exodus 20:7 What’s in a Name?
September 19, 2019 02:27 - 50 minutes - 53.9 MBNames are a big deal. This week, we look at the injunction against using the name of God in vain. Our discussion touches on the emotional power every name carries. We look at the different “names” of God and how they show different aspects of the Divine. Bill, our host and director, also talks about times, as a Christian, he’s felt it artistically necessary to employ profanity in professional writing, acting and filmmaking. Joining Bill this week: Mike Cropper (“The Judge”) and Steve Titch ("...
Podcast 121 – Exodus 20:4-6 Idols, Graven and Otherwise
September 12, 2019 02:09 - 53 minutes - 56.3 MBIn a discussion of the 2nd Commandment, we look at the dangers of falling into idolatry, even in in the name of religion. Is it all too human to replace worship with ritual and attempt to fit God into our plans rather than seek how we fit into God’s plans? With us this week: Robert Cocheu ("The Professor"), Larry Post (“The Pastor”) and Steve Titch ("The Gambler"). Bill Cox (“The Director”) hosts. Visit us at www.man-upspiritualoasis.com. Find us on iHeartRadio, iTunes, Twitter, Facebook and ...
Podcast 120 Exodus 20:3 Who's Your God?
September 05, 2019 02:09 - 50 minutes - 54 MBWe look at the first commandment, “You shall have no other Gods before me.” We identify the "gods"--sex, science, sociology and others--we tend to put ahead of the one true God, and how easy it is to rationalize those choices, especially in a pluralistic culture. But the commandment is clear—you can’t worship two deities. With us this week to discuss the implications: Robert Cocheu ("The Professor"), Larry Post (“The Pastor”) and Steve Titch ("The Gambler"). Bill Cox (“The Director”) hosts. V...
Podcast 119 – Exodus 20:1-17 Absolutes in a Nihilistic World
August 29, 2019 02:14 - 51 minutes - 53.7 MBWe begin our 13-week study of The Ten Commandments. We look at how they reveal God’s character and they stand in direct opposition to the morality of modern times. And what did Martin Luther mean when he wrote of the freedom to be found in the Decalogue? With us this week: Robert Cocheu ("The Professor"), Mike Cropper (“The Judge”) and Steve Titch ("The Gambler") Bill Cox (“The Director”) hosts. Visit us at www.man-upspiritualoasis.com. Find us on iHeartRadio, iTunes, Twitter, Facebook and Yo...
Podcast 118 -- 2 Samuel 24 1.3 Million Fighting Men, But Who’s Counting?
August 22, 2019 02:14 - 56 minutes - 59.7 MBDavid takes a census of his army. Why does this anger God to the degree he sends plague that kills 70,000 Israelites? In this final lesson in 2 Samuel, we look at the consequences of big decisions made big men. We also take some time to review the narrative of David’s life and whether his reign actually modeled God’s design for kingship. Panel includes Robert Cocheu ("The Professor"), Mike Cropper (“The Judge”) and Bill (“Didn’t-I-say-no-appointments-on-Wednesday”) Cox. Steve Titch ("The Gamb...
Podcast 117 – 2 Samuel 20 Someone’s Always Gotta Stir the Pot
August 15, 2019 01:44 - 57 minutes - 60.5 MBWe discover a biblical example of how to deal with a toxic personality and a wise woman “man’s up” and does what’s necessary to avert a costly siege. We also talk about the two sides of Joab, David’s loyal general, who takes immediate, bloody action in one case, but judiciously listens and resolves conflict in another. Guts spill and heads roll in this week’s podcast. With us: Robert Cocheu ("The Professor"), Steve Titch ("The Gambler") and Mike Cropper (“The Judge”). Bill Cox (“The Director”...
Podcast 116 – 2 Samuel 16 “Absalom, Absalom!”
August 08, 2019 02:25 - 1 hour - 66.6 MBMatters reach a climax as David faces a tragic dilemma: survival of his son or survival of his kingdom. Although we sympathize with David, we look at how he was the author of his own pain. Also, why is Joab traditionally considered the villain of this piece? He just saw 20,000 men die and faced a choice to either indulge a monarch’s wishful thinking or do what was necessary to end a civil war. We think he “manned up.” What do you think? Listen, like and comment. With us this week: Robert Coch...
Podcast 115 -- 2 Samuel 16 David’s Walk of Shame
August 01, 2019 01:56 - 57 minutes - 60.8 MBWe find and aging David at his lowest point, facing lies and curses from figures from his past as he flees Jerusalem. Meanwhile Absalom, his rebellious son, takes his father’s concubines before the entire city. We find contemporary parallels as David finally confronts the consequences from years of passivity and inaction. With us this week: Robert Cocheu ("The Professor"), Steve Titch ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan ("The Deacon") and Mike Cropper (“The Judge). Bill Cox (“The Director”) hosts. V...
Podcast 114 -- 2 Samuel 15:1-30 A Power Vacuum in Zion
July 25, 2019 01:39 - 54 minutes - 58.1 MBDavid, at his lowest point, is forced to flee Jerusalem as his son Absalom moves against him. Our panel looks at David’s dysfunctional household and dangers that face leaders when they fail to confront mistakes and choose indecision and isolation instead. Along the way, we manage to weave in everything from office politics to Shakespeare to Disney. With us this week: Robert Cocheu ("The Professor"), Steve Titch ("The Gambler") and Mike Cropper (“The Judge). Bill Cox (“The Director”) hosts. Vi...
Podcast 113 – 2 Samuel 13:1-33 The Elephant in the (Throne) Room
July 18, 2019 02:23 - 1 hour - 64.8 MBConsequences from David’s adultery with Bathsheba continue, as Amnon, David’s eldest son, follows Dad’s example and rapes his half-sister Tamar. David does nothing to acknowledge the crime, remaining passive while Absalom, Tamar’s brother, allows his anger to fester. Our panel discusses how fathers inevitably model behavior, good or bad, for their children. We also address the hard task of discipline, even when we ourselves are flawed, and when the price might be a fractured relationship. Pod...
Podcast 112 – Special Edition: Banned From Facebook
July 13, 2019 20:04 - 24 minutes - 25.4 MBFacebook’s algorithms blocked the link to Podcast 111, claiming it violated “community standards.” Our host Bill Cox (“The Director”) and Steve Titch (“The Gambler”) react with equal parts of bemusement and concern in this special podcast. While it seems unbelievable that a group of regular guys reading and discussing the Bible raises flags at Facebook, at the same time, it’s not so incredible given the current climate. Download and listen as we review the goals of the podcast and discuss the...
Podcast 111 -- 2 Samuel 12:1-23 "You Are The Man!" God Convicts David
July 11, 2019 02:31 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBThe prophet Nathan confronts David over his adultery with Bathsheba and murder of Uriah. David repents and receives God’s forgiveness, but can’t avoid the consequences. Our panel wonders if David’s repentance was incomplete – was writing the heartfelt Psalm 51 enough, or should he have done more to take ownership of the damage his sin caused? And how tough was it for Nathan to speak truth to power? Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Profes...
Podcast 110 2 Samuel 11 – David and Bathsheba
June 27, 2019 01:59 - 58 minutes - 61.8 MBNo church answers and we mean it in this podcast! We peel back the layers in this story of lust, adultery, dishonesty, cover-up and murder. We look at David, Bathsheba, Uriah, Joab, even the messenger and sort out their roles in the drama. Not only to we discuss the dangers of yielding to lust, but we also explore why David, a man at the height of his power, success and fame, does something so blatantly self-destructive. Was it more than just boredom that drove him to such careless indulgence...
Podcast 109 2 Samuel 8 -- Leadership Secrets from King David
June 20, 2019 02:46 - 52 minutes - 55.9 MBDavid had an impressive run of victories 2 Samuel 8, extending Israel's borders to their widest extent. We look at the traits that made David an effective, respected leader and how they can be applied today. The gang's all here. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar L...
Podcast 108 2 Samuel 7 -- Time to Build a Temple?
June 13, 2019 16:43 - 54 minutes - 49.5 MBDavid's got momentum. What else is there for a king to do than build a temple for his God? But what did God want? When you're fortunate in the receipt of God's gifts, is there a danger of getting "carried away" with success? Podcast panel is Robert Cocheu ("The Professor"). Kyle Trahan ("The Deacon") and Steve Titch ("The Gambler") hosting. Visit us at www.man-upspiritualoasis,com. Find us on iTunes, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Podcast 107 Lessons for Men...if it's important..treat it that way...
June 06, 2019 02:14 - 50 minutes - 53.9 MBStudy of 2 Samuel 6. A story of David with multiple "Man" lesson's "Man Up" Panel discuss. Panel consists of: Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar Land Baptist Church, Sugar Land, Texas, USA itunes, twitter, facebook and youtube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Podcast 106 -- 2 Samuel 5: The Source of Our Success
May 30, 2019 02:58 - 58 minutes - 61.9 MBDavid is anointed king of Israel and unites the kingdom. We contrast the anointing of David with Saul's back in 1 Samuel 10. While David was a man "after God's heart," does a position of authority only reinforce human fallibilities of entitlement and ego? As men and leaders, are we especially susceptible? Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon") and Bill Cox, ...
Podcast 105 -- 2 Samuel 1; 2:1-7: Grieving for your Enemy
May 23, 2019 15:23 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBWe start our study of 2 Samuel as David gets news of the death of Saul, who, out of jealousy and insecurity, had kept David on the run for years. Yet David resists the urge to celebrate the demise of his nemesis. We look at David's grief and graceful lamentation and how, as men, we can apply it to our routine experience of office politics and bad bosses. Our panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"--joining usfrom Washington), and Ste...
Podcast 104 -- John 9 Physical and Spiritual Blindness
May 16, 2019 16:16 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBA blind man touches off a discussion on whose sin is to blame. After Jesus heals him, it provokes an argument about performing miracles on the Sabbath. We look at the "generation gap" between authorities who are invested in the status quo and younger, more passionate believers, and we each discuss our own spiritual blindspots. Our panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Kyle Trahan ("The Deacon") and Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambl...
Podcast 103 -- John 6:52-69 The Bread of Life
May 09, 2019 12:00 - 43 minutes - 47.2 MBOn location @ Minuti Coffee in Sugar Land, TX. "Eat my flesh and drink my blood"? It sounded just as jarring to 1st Century listeners as it does to us today. We approach this difficult teaching--which undergirds the concept of the Eucharist--head on and look at how it applied to our faith. Our panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Visit us at www.man-ups...
Podcast 102 -- John 21 The Complete Restoration of Peter
May 02, 2019 01:43 - 53 minutes - 57.2 MBContinuing our study of John. Peter denied Christ 3 times. He now gets a chance to return to the Lord for forgiveness and reconciliation. We look at the lessons this post-Resurrection story have for our ongoing relationship with God and the significance of Jesus' command, "Feed my sheep." Our panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("...
Podcast 101 -- John 20:1-21 Easter: He is Risen!
April 25, 2019 12:29 - 48 minutes - 53.1 MBWe look at the Easter story from John and both the practical and cosmic significance of the Jesus' resurrection to our lives. We also go back to Holy Week and look at what motivations Judas may have had. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar Land Baptist Church, Sugar ...
Podcast 100 -- John 19:1-30 "It is finished" The Crucifixion of Jesus.
April 18, 2019 02:44 - 1 hour - 70 MBWhat did Jesus "finish" on the cross? In our 100th podcast, we look at John's telling of the Passion of Christ, why these few hours some 2000 years ago may have been the most important in human history, and the significance for us as men today. We also mark this podcast milestone by looking back at our hits and misses. Panel consists of Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon")....
Podcast 99--John 14:15-13 The Holy Spirit
April 11, 2019 03:29 - 57 minutes - 61.4 MBWe dive into the mystery of the Holy Spirit--counselor, advocate, comforter, helper, paraclete--the "most misunderstood" member of the Trinity, says Robert. What do Christians mean when we talk about being guided by the Spirit? Does actually God speak to us or is that sound too crazy to modern ears? Our panel ponders this while recalling moments when we undeniably felt God's presence. How about you? Plus a special appearance by Pastor Davey Gibson. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorne...
Podcast 98 John 13:1-17 Radical Servanthood
April 04, 2019 01:48 - 45 minutes - 49 MBOur study of John continues. Jesus washes his disciples' feet. We look at the cultural significance of this act at the time as well as what it teaches men today, Also Deacon Kyle shares about his mission trip to Mexico. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon"), Earl Lloyd ("The Evangelist"), guests Brad and David with Host Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director")...
Podcast 97 -- John 12:20-37, 42-50 Committed to the Task
March 28, 2019 02:00 - 49 minutes - 52.7 MBContinue study of John, leading up to Holy Week. Jesus knows what is about to happen and yet is committed to the task. "Man Up" Panel discuss. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Earl Lloyd, Hospitality ("The Evangelist") joined by Eddie (Guest Panelist") and Host, Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar Land Baptist Church, Sugar Land, Texas, ...
Podcast 96 John 5:1-24 Jesus heals. "Do you want to get well?" Good question.
March 21, 2019 02:27 - 49 minutes - 52.5 MBStudy of John 5 1-24. An invalid man who did not know who Jesus was yet picked up his mat and walked. Are you ready to be healed? Man Up panel looks at the difference between this healing story and others in the gospels and how Jesus deliberately uses this miracle to attack the legalism of the temple Pharisees. Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan insurance ("The Deacon") and B...
Podcast 95 John 4:1-42 The Woman at the Well...Well?
March 14, 2019 02:07 - 50 minutes - 54.2 MBA familiar story of Jesus and the woman at the well. A great illustration of "Truth and Grace." The "Man Up" panel discusses.Panel consists of: Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar Land Baptist Church, Sugar Land, Texas, USA. iTunes, Twitter, Facebook and YouTube Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Podcast 94 John 3:1-22 -- What it all boils down to
March 07, 2019 02:58 - 53 minutes - 57.5 MBIn our Ash Wednesday podcast, we revisit Nicodemus' visit with Jesus (cf Podcast 78), this time in the context of John's portrait of Jesus as "the light that has come into the world." Robert talks about the closing of is mom's Episcopalian church and our panel discusses the challenging call to "Man Up" and lead our churches toward a more outward focus. Panel consists of Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler") and...
Podcast 93 Glory and Judgment John 2:1-22
February 28, 2019 03:22 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBOur study of the Gospel of John continues. We look at the common thread of transition in the stories of wedding in Cana and in the cleansing of temple. Our panel looks at how we address the inevitable transitions in men's lives. Panel consists of Michael Cropper, Attorney ("The Judge"), Robert Cocheu, Trainer ("The Professor"), Steve Titch, Writer ("The Gambler"), Kyle Trahan Insurance ("The Deacon") and Bill Cox, Salesman ("The Director"). Recorded at Man Up Adult Bible Fellowship, Sugar Lan...
Podcast 92 -- John 1:1-18 "In the beginning was the Word"
February 21, 2019 16:28 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBWe start our study of the gospel of John. We talk about how it differs from the three synoptic gospels and the awesomeness of the statement "the Word became flesh and lived among us," What did John mean by the "Word" (from Greek Logos) anyway? Did the Son of God, incarnate in the 1st century as Jesus of Nazareth, exist both with God and as God since before time? Man Up regulars Steve Titch, Robert Cocheu, Mike Cropper and Kyle Trahan hash out these and other questions raised by this important...
Podcast 91 A Thorn in the Flesh 2 Corinthians 12:1-10
February 14, 2019 16:21 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MBAs we conclude our study of 1 and 2 Corinthians and Paul's painful confrontation with the Corinthian church about its tolerance of sin, we connect it with the Houston Chronicle's investigation of sexual abuse in Baptist churches in Texas and the South. Why are congregations so fearful about confronting such evil in their midst? We hear from regular panelist Robert Cocheu, who, as as a corporate trainer, often covers HR policies (and is a regular youth group volunteer), and Mike Cropper, our r...
Podcast 90 "It's Dog-Eat-Dog Out There!" -- 2 Corinthians 10
February 07, 2019 15:30 - 50 minutes - 46 MBWe discuss Paul's passionate defense of his ministry, the reality of spiritual warfare and the dangers of using the weapons of this world to fight for God's Kingdom. We also look at the scripture passage from both the NIV translation and Eugene Peterson's The Message. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.