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Tabor Church

824 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratings

Tabor Church is a church in the great city of Chicago. We live in a busy time and we want to help equip and encourage fellow Christ followers. Our goal is to have two different types of podcasts: one will be a quick devotion style for those who want a quick word to start or end their day...or anywhere in between. The second kind of podcast we will offer is an interview style conversation with people in different sectors of life that are learning to live out their faith. This will encourage each of us to find value in our everyday work and the people God puts in front of us. 

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Sinners, Saints and Fools

August 21, 2023 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.69 MB

Today we are going to continue with a Brandi Carlile song called "Sinners, Saints and Fools." Brandi is going to call out hypocrites, especially religious ones. I do get into the problem when we have blended politics and religion so much that they are often indistinguishable. This is not good and everyone who does this should run to the throne of God and repent. Just some helpful thoughts!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real...

Time After Time

August 18, 2023 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.77 MB

Today we are talking about Time After Time by Cyndi Lauper. We are going back to 1983 with this song and will take a look at specifically the chorus. There are a lot of great themes that we will talk through and try to apply to our own situation.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Have I Told You Lately

August 17, 2023 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.52 MB

Today we are going to talk about the song "Have I told You Lately" by Van Morrison. You might recognize it as a Rod Stewart song, but he only covered it. We will talk about the origins of the song and then pull out some Biblical themes. Enjoy!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Ooh La La

August 16, 2023 15:00 - 9 minutes - 6.4 MB

Today we are talking about Ooh La La by Faces. Most people think this is a Rod Stewart song, but no no no. We will talk about the origin of the song and the original voice when the album came out. We will particularly focus on the chorus "I wish that I knew what I know now, when I was younger."   The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

True Colors

August 14, 2023 15:00 - 8 minutes - 5.63 MB

Today's song that we are going to cover is True Colors by Cyndi Lauper. This song was released in mid 1986. There are many themes that we will discuss from this song. We also will see that even though there are no Biblical references in the song, we will put out a few.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

God Bless the Child

August 09, 2023 16:00 - 9 minutes - 6.21 MB

Today we are jumping into our first Summer Concert Series song "God Bless the Child" by Billie Holiday. If you don't know Billie, now is the time to go and deep dive into her vocals. We are going to talk about the themes that I find in the song and how it can speak to us today.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Summer Concert Series 23'

August 08, 2023 15:00 - 7 minutes - 5.4 MB

Today I am talking about the "why" of the series. At Tabor, we have done this series for 6 years and every year I talk about the why, but I will keep doing it so that people know why I am doing this again this year. We are going to talk about Acts 17 and talk about Paul engaging culture.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.   Support the show

Symphony of Empathy

August 04, 2023 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.36 MB

Today we are going to talk about Galatians 5:13. The Apostle Paul talks about America's favorite topic...FREEDOM! What are we using our freedom for? There are good ways and bad ways so we need to examine it today.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.    Support the show

True Religion

August 03, 2023 15:00 - 8 minutes - 6.08 MB

Today we are going to talk about James 1:26-27. It is our denominations convention going on right now, so we are going to take a bit of time and talk about how we should at times keep out mouths shut and work on practice. We will see how all this comes together.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Generous Blessings

July 18, 2023 14:00 - 7 minutes - 4.92 MB

Today we are going to explore 2 Corinthians 9:10. It is a stewardship short message and will hopefully direct you to the source of the ultimate provider. Are you generous with all that God has given you?  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Joy in Correction

June 08, 2023 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.24 MB

Today we are going to take a look at Job 5:17. We could take this snippet out of Job and think the way God corrects by taking away everything we have. Instead we are going to look at the joy side of correction and take in the character of God. Rejoice!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.   Support the show

Learn Through It

June 06, 2023 15:00 - 7 minutes - 5.11 MB

Today we are going to take a look at Isaiah 41:10. It is a given that we will experience difficulty in this life. It is not a given on how we will handle it. God gives us an idea through the Prophet Isaiah on what we can count on.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Abide With Jesus

June 05, 2023 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.19 MB

Today we are going to discuss 1 John 2:28-29. I have seen a lot people who say they are following Jesus but dismissing what Jesus has said. Let's abide with Jesus and actually see what it means to follow and remain.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Come Follow Me

May 30, 2023 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.15 MB

Today we are going to jump into Philippians 4:9. In this letter to the Church in Philippi, Paul has talked a lot about joy. In this chapter Paul is saying it is now time for you to apply what you heard. You have heard it and have seen it...now do it.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

To My Fellow Refugees

May 25, 2023 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.53 MB

Today we are going to talk about Psalm 16:1. The Psalmist is coming to God for refuge, safety and security. So those who are seeking protection and safety are Refugees. Where are you running to when you need safety and protection?  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Don't Look Past Jesus

May 24, 2023 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.39 MB

Today's verse comes from Matthew 21:9. This is part of the Triumphant Entry or Palm Sunday. There were many who were lifting Jesus up and shouting his praise, but also missing who he is. Are you looking past Jesus today?  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Hold Tightly to Hope

May 23, 2023 15:00 - 7 minutes - 5.28 MB

Today we are going to explore Hebrews 10:23. It seems like we always start this way but in a world of uncertainty and change...its almost like a movie trailer. We will also bring in the topic of certainty and why we strive for all the answers. Lots of stuff going on today, enjoy!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Truth Speakers and Doers

May 22, 2023 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.29 MB

Today we are presented with a verse from the Sermon on the Mount, Matthew 5:37. In a world of deception and poor follow through, Jesus says we need to be truthful in our speech. "Yes I will" or "No I won't." Let's seek to speak the truth and follow through with our words.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

The Redeemer's Kingdom

May 19, 2023 15:00 - 7 minutes - 5.48 MB

Today we are going to take a look at two verses, Colossians 1:13-14. This is really the Gospel broken down into a short section. We talk about the domain of darkness being transferred into the Kingdom of Christ, which then leads to talk about Redemption and Forgiveness. Enjoy!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Stable Compassion

May 17, 2023 15:00 - 8 minutes - 5.74 MB

Today we are going to talk about the stability of God in an unstable world. We will take a look at Isaiah 54:10 and see what God speaks to us today. What does your foundation look like...it is solid or shaky? Enjoy the episode.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Pruning Time

May 04, 2023 15:00 - 7 minutes - 5.31 MB

Today we are going to a familiar part of the Gospels for our random verse for the day. John 15:1-4 is the first part of the vine and branches passage. It is the most unpleasant part which Jesus talks about pruning. We love to be pruned...maybe not!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Working for Approval

April 28, 2023 15:00 - 8 minutes - 6.01 MB

Today we are going to spend some time looking at 2 Timothy 2:15. At first glance it looks like we are working for God's approval for salvation. This is what happens if we don't handle this well. Let's go on a discussion of interpreting this passage.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Building Up

April 27, 2023 15:00 - 8 minutes - 6.04 MB

Today we are going to talk about Romans 15:1-2. Instead of thinking about personal pleasure and "what's best for me," we should consider another alternative. Paul has some words for us today and gives us two things that we can do instead of considering just me.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Let God Be God

April 25, 2023 15:00 - 7 minutes - 5.26 MB

Today we are going to focus on 1Peter 5:6. Some people want God to do and be what they want. This is the story they were told; if I behave like this, God is going to reward me with a good life and do what I ask. We are going to talk about this today.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Beauty From Within

April 24, 2023 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.81 MB

Today we are going to discuss 1 Peter 3:3-4. This is not a random verse selection but it is my daughters confirmation verse. Those that know Kaitlyn will see the ironic parts about the verse and what she does for a living. So let's talk about it! The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

God's Judgment

April 21, 2023 15:00 - 7 minutes - 5.03 MB

I'm sure with a title like that people are thinking they should skip this episode. But we are taking a look at the Book of Romans. Lots of people love to sit in the condemnation of the Chapter 1 for "those" people who don't follow Jesus...but then Paul continues in Chapter 2 with a little bit of a surprise for those people. Listen and find out! The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

The Constant

March 30, 2023 13:00 - 7 minutes - 4.85 MB

Today we are going to Isaiah 54:10. In this short verse we see the Prophet talking about a constant in the midst of chaos. Does your life have any chaos or disorder? If you laugh and say of course...then this episode is for you.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Soothing Tongue

March 23, 2023 15:00 - 6 minutes - 4.32 MB

Today's verse of the day comes from Proverbs 15:4. Solomon is going to address the words that are coming out of our mouth. Do your words bring life? Do your words crush the spirit of others?  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Justice

March 22, 2023 15:00 - 11 minutes - 7.87 MB

Today we are going to take a look at Isaiah 1:17. Isaiah is laying out for us an understanding of Justice and what it looks like in the Kingdom of God. There is the oppressed, the fatherless and the widows. These are the vulnerable and often overlooked. What does justice mean for the church today?  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

The Unforgivable

March 21, 2023 15:00 - 11 minutes - 8.16 MB

Today we are taking a look at a very confusing verse, Matthew 12:32. We will put this verse in context, but it can still be confusing. God is a God of forgiveness, but is there something that is unforgivable? That is what we will talk about today.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

St. Patty Explained

March 17, 2023 15:00 - 11 minutes - 7.74 MB

Today we are going to talk about St. Patty. There are some things that are folklore that are not really reality. We'll go over cultural practice and religious practice. If you have ever wondered about the whole day...take a listen.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Love One Another

February 17, 2023 17:00 - 8 minutes - 5.85 MB

Valentine's Day has turned into Love week. We are closing out the week with some talk about love. Romans 13:8-10 is where we are going to see what God has for us today. Paul is going to reiterate what God said in the OT and what Jesus said in the Gospels. Enjoy!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Trust, Even When We Don't Understand

February 15, 2023 16:00 - 8 minutes - 5.99 MB

Today we are jumping into the Book of Ecclesiastes. We just started studying it in men's Bible study and it has been so far depressing. Today we are going to focus on Ecclesiastes 11:5. What happens when we don't know something?  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Good News from the OT

February 13, 2023 17:00 - 10 minutes - 6.92 MB

We are kicking off the week with some good news from the Old Testament. Micah 7:18-19 gives us the good news, which if you read through Micah at all, the good news needs to be heard with all the condemnation. Let's talk about Good News!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Groaning Pains

February 10, 2023 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.41 MB

We are wrapping up the week with Romans 8:22-24. Creation groans and followers of Jesus groan. There is a definite connection between us and creation. Why are we groaning? We are waiting and waiting and no one likes to wait. This is what we are talking about today.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

In Jesus Name

February 09, 2023 17:00 - 9 minutes - 6.26 MB

Today we are going to look at John 16:24. Jesus is talking about prayer and it is the first time Jesus talks about using his name. We are going to talk about the ways people have distorted this verse (and others like it) and see what we can learn from this verse.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician and teacher that has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

You Matter

February 07, 2023 16:00 - 7 minutes - 4.9 MB

Today we are going to explore Hebrews 13:1-2. Loving one another is good, but don't fail to see those other around us. How can you make sure the people around you know they matter? That is what we are going to talk about today.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has ben a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Religious People

February 06, 2023 17:00 - 9 minutes - 6.75 MB

Today we are looking James 1:26-27. James uses some buzz words that often take people off on crazy tangents. So....here we go on a crazy tangent. We talk about religion and what it means to follow Jesus.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

For the Professional Worrier

February 03, 2023 16:00 - 8 minutes - 5.88 MB

We are wrapping up the week with a familiar verse from the Sermon on the Mount. Matthew 6:26 talks about the birds of the air which is a continuation of the flowers of the field. Neither one of these stress or worry about. We need to learn from Jesus on this one.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Forget or Never Forget

February 02, 2023 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.12 MB

Forget or Never Forget, that is the question. We are looking at Psalm 119:93 today and the Psalmist doesn't ever want to forget God's precepts because it has brought life. We are going to talk about what we need to forget and what we should remember.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.   Support the show

The Big Why

February 01, 2023 16:00 - 11 minutes - 7.81 MB

Today we are going to talk about 1 Corinthians 13:11-13. When we were kids we had a lot of questions. We probably drove adults crazy with all our questioning. Then we got older and someone discouraged us from asking big questions. Why? This is what we are going to talk about today.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Every Good Gift

January 24, 2023 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.19 MB

Today we are going to talk about James 1:17. God is the perfect gift giver. In light of us God is a way better giver. I will loop in some other passages and shed some light on gift giving. Enjoy!  The music on the podcast  is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.   Support the show

Without Fading

January 23, 2023 16:00 - 8 minutes - 5.92 MB

Today we are going to take a look at 1 John 2:28. Depending on translation it says Continue in Jesus or abide in Jesus. We are going to talk about the Abide part. There are a lot of man made things that piled on Jesus that actually distracts us. Let's stick with Jesus.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Gentle and Considerate

January 20, 2023 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.2 MB

Today we are going to finish the week by going to Philippians 4:5. We are going to talk about this verse from two different translations. We need to understand what the word gentleness and considerate mean. Enjoy!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

No Doubt

January 18, 2023 16:00 - 9 minutes - 6.89 MB

Today's random verse, of course, needed to be placed in context. I spend the first part of the podcast going over the danger of taking it out of context. So don't do that! Today we are looking at James 1:5-7. Enjoy!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Comparison is a Killer

January 17, 2023 17:00 - 9 minutes - 6.41 MB

Today's random verse actually doesn't seem very random at all. It speaks to our current Sermon Series and a topic that we talked about on the last episode. Judging people is the topic and we are focusing in on James 4:11-12.  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Always Wanting

January 13, 2023 16:00 - 8 minutes - 5.61 MB

Today's random verse brings us to Proverbs 21:25-26. King Solomon is going to point out the "Lazy" people. We love to jump on those who we think are lazy and need to work, but that is not what we'll talk about today. Enjoy!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Fanatic Words?

January 12, 2023 16:00 - 12 minutes - 8.49 MB

Today we are going to look at Paul's second letter to the Corinthians. There are some people who have called a fanatic based on these words, so we will see what kind of fanaticism is happening here.  Enjoy! The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

Praising and Cursing

January 11, 2023 16:00 - 8 minutes - 6.05 MB

Today we are going to talk about James 3:9-10. James, once again, talks about the danger of the tongue. We are using our mouths for a double purpose that should not be occurring. Enjoy!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show

No Favoritism

January 09, 2023 16:00 - 8 minutes - 6.04 MB

Today we are going to explore Acts 10:34-43. Peter is revealing something that God has revealed to him. We'll talk Favoritism and also what it means to be a witness. Enjoy!  The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church.  Support the show