Tabor Church
824 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 months ago - ★★★★ - 4 ratingsTabor 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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Cultural Prophets
July 27, 2020 18:00 - 5 minutes - 4 MBToday we are going to start talking about cultural prophets. These are not prophets speaking about culture. These are people who have voices that people in our world are listening to that are speaking about culture. We don't always have to agree with them but they are influencing us whether we like it or not. Listen today and understand where I am coming from. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Supp...
Cultural Prophets
July 27, 2020 18:00 - 5 minutes - 4 MBToday we are going to start talking about cultural prophets. These are not prophets speaking about culture. These are people who have voices that people in our world are listening to that are speaking about culture. We don't always have to agree with them but they are influencing us whether we like it or not. Listen today and understand where I am coming from. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Sup...
Window into Humility
July 24, 2020 17:00 - 5 minutes - 3.98 MBToday we conclude the week with a concluding thought about humility. God gives us great insight even when we don't expect it. I was listening to a podcast that had nothing to do with humility but then I hear the word and it stands out and causes me to rewind and listen again. Listen to the story today about how God speaks through many sources. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show
Window into Humility
July 24, 2020 17:00 - 5 minutes - 3.98 MBToday we conclude the week with a concluding thought about humility. God gives us great insight even when we don't expect it. I was listening to a podcast that had nothing to do with humility but then I hear the word and it stands out and causes me to rewind and listen again. Listen to the story today about how God speaks through many sources. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Now more than ever...humility
July 23, 2020 21:00 - 6 minutes - 4.23 MBToday we celebrate 100 episodes. Very exciting! I'm not sure why its exciting other than there are 99 other episodes that came before it. It's fun to celebrate. I have a great idea...You should celebrate by listening to the episode today. I always have great ideas. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show (http://taborchicago.org/give/)
Now more than ever...humility
July 23, 2020 21:00 - 6 minutes - 4.23 MBToday we celebrate 100 episodes. Very exciting! I'm not sure why its exciting other than there are 99 other episodes that came before it. It's fun to celebrate. I have a great idea...You should celebrate by listening to the episode today. I always have great ideas. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Pride before the Fall
July 22, 2020 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.37 MBToday we are going to talk about the role that pride plays in the life of humility. Pride can be very dangerous so we need to figure out how we can combat it and ultimately kill it so that we can live the life God intends. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show
Pride before the Fall
July 22, 2020 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.37 MBToday we are going to talk about the role that pride plays in the life of humility. Pride can be very dangerous so we need to figure out how we can combat it and ultimately kill it so that we can live the life God intends. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Humility Vs. Humiliation
July 21, 2020 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.58 MBToday we are going to talk about the difference between humility and humiliation. They are closely related but not the same thing. What can we learn from humiliation? We'll check out some words from Jesus today as well. Thanks for listening! Our 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.
Humility Vs. Humiliation
July 21, 2020 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.58 MBToday we are going to talk about the difference between humility and humiliation. They are closely related but not the same thing. What can we learn from humiliation? We'll check out some words from Jesus today as well. Thanks for listening! Our 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 (http://taborchicago.org/give/)
Modest and Humble
July 20, 2020 20:00 - 6 minutes - 4.71 MBToday we are starting a conversation on humility. It has been almost two weeks since I posted last. I have been spending more time listening and learning. Now I want to get back to some devotional learning. Humility is not usually the goal for people in our culture and so it means that we need to spend time looking at it. Hope you enjoy the conversation. The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Suppor...
Do Justice
June 29, 2020 21:00 - 6 minutes - 4.66 MBToday I reference a news story about a pastor being removed from his church because he dared to say "Black Lives Matter." I believe this pastor was trying to align his people with the heart of God and they rejected him for that. What is God's heart? We are going to do a quick study of that today. Link to the news story, if you care to read it: https://churchleaders.com/news/377951-heights-churchracialissues.htmlutm_source=SCmeta&utm_medium=email&utm_content=text&utm_campaign=SC-meta-&marop...
Do Justice
June 29, 2020 21:00 - 6 minutes - 4.66 MBToday I reference a news story about a pastor being removed from his church because he dared to say "Black Lives Matter." I believe this pastor was trying to align his people with the heart of God and they rejected him for that. What is God's heart? We are going to do a quick study of that today. Link to the news story, if you care to read it: https://churchleaders.com/news/377951-heights-churchracialissues.htmlutm_source=SCmeta&utm_medium=email&utm_content=text&utm_campaign=SC-meta-&marop...
God Above it All
June 24, 2020 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBToday we have a special guest on the podcast, Pastor Martin Doering, or Pastor D, as many Taborites call him. Pastor D shares with us what he has been learning both through Covid and through the racial unrest. Pastor D is humble and very wise. Listen to what he has to say today. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
God Above it All
June 24, 2020 18:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBToday we have a special guest on the podcast, Pastor Martin Doering, or Pastor D, as many Taborites call him. Pastor D shares with us what he has been learning both through Covid and through the racial unrest. Pastor D is humble and very wise. Listen to what he has to say today. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show
Gratefulness and Thankfulness
June 23, 2020 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.07 MBToday I give thanks for each of you. Each time I remember you, I give thanks. After a birthday it is easy to be thankful and grateful. When the world is an uncertain place we have to be even more willing to choose gratefulness over negativity. Listen to the episode today and be challenged. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show (http://taborchicago.org/give/)
Gratefulness and Thankfulness
June 23, 2020 17:00 - 7 minutes - 5.07 MBToday I give thanks for each of you. Each time I remember you, I give thanks. After a birthday it is easy to be thankful and grateful. When the world is an uncertain place we have to be even more willing to choose gratefulness over negativity. Listen to the episode today and be challenged. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
It's my Birthday
June 22, 2020 21:00 - 7 minutes - 5.17 MBToday, June 22nd, is my birthday. I have decided to share with you two things that I am continuing to learn and focus on. I love opportunities to think about and focus on opportunities for growth. If I am not growing, I'm dying. Take a listen to the episode today. The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Change Needs to Happen
June 12, 2020 23:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBToday I have a conversation with my friend, Pastor Jeff Howell. Pastor Howell is a pastor on the Southside of Chicago and has a heart for the City of Chicago. I ask Jeff about what he learned through Covid and what we can all be learning through the racial unrest. We can all be learners, so listen to the conversation 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.
Change Needs to Happen
June 12, 2020 23:00 - 33 minutes - 22.8 MBToday I have a conversation with my friend, Pastor Jeff Howell. Pastor Howell is a pastor on the Southside of Chicago and has a heart for the City of Chicago. I ask Jeff about what he learned through Covid and what we can all be learning through the racial unrest. We can all be learners, so listen to the conversation 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
2 Bearded White Dudes talking about Race and Racism
June 04, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBToday I have Steve Kowbel back on the show to help process the things that are happening right now. So, why now? Why 2 white dudes? For centuries white guys have benefitted from a system that has put a higher priority in what we thought and how our lives are affected. It is not a system that has been for people of color. This episode is not 5 min- it is an hour long because there is a lot to pour through. I hope you can listen and then engage in peaceful dialogue. If you would like to hear...
2 Bearded White Dudes talking about Race and Racism
June 04, 2020 20:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBToday I have Steve Kowbel back on the show to help process the things that are happening right now. So, why now? Why 2 white dudes? For centuries white guys have benefitted from a system that has put a higher priority in what we thought and how our lives are affected. It is not a system that has been for people of color. This episode is not 5 min- it is an hour long because there is a lot to pour through. I hope you can listen and then engage in peaceful dialogue. If you would like to hear...
Just the Facts
June 01, 2020 17:00 - 8 minutes - 5.66 MBToday I want to start with just the facts. I will share with you some statistics that show why the things we are facing have bubbled over and people are angry. These numbers are not just cerebral but I want you to see them as actual people who are facing the struggle. Imagine being a black kid growing up and facing the problem that 1 out of every 3 black males will end up in prison. How much hope would you have for a better life? Let's continue to learn about the problem, so that we can bett...
Just the Facts
June 01, 2020 17:00 - 8 minutes - 5.66 MBToday I want to start with just the facts. I will share with you some statistics that show why the things we are facing have bubbled over and people are angry. These numbers are not just cerebral but I want you to see them as actual people who are facing the struggle. Imagine being a black kid growing up and facing the problem that 1 out of every 3 black males will end up in prison. How much hope would you have for a better life? Let's continue to learn about the problem, so that we can bett...
Don't Be Blind to Color
May 29, 2020 18:00 - 5 minutes - 4.06 MBToday we are beginning a conversation on race and racism. We need to have an open and honest conversation as we see once again a bubbling up of anger and outrage at the injustice. We want to explore together the issues that are underlying and how we can be a part of the solution and no longer being silent. We can't stay in ignorance but learn why people are so angry. We want to learn what we don't know. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has b...
Don't Be Blind to Color
May 29, 2020 18:00 - 5 minutes - 4.06 MBToday we are beginning a conversation on race and racism. We need to have an open and honest conversation as we see once again a bubbling up of anger and outrage at the injustice. We want to explore together the issues that are underlying and how we can be a part of the solution and no longer being silent. We can't stay in ignorance but learn why people are so angry. We want to learn what we don't know. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has b...
Memorial Day
May 25, 2020 19:00 - 13 minutes - 9.58 MBToday instead of just having me reflect on the day, I thought I would invite a friend who is a Veteran to talk about his reflections. We welcome Jim to show and are happy to hear from him on this Memorial Day. "For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don't use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love." Galatians 5:13 The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician w...
Memorial Day
May 25, 2020 19:00 - 13 minutes - 9.58 MBToday instead of just having me reflect on the day, I thought I would invite a friend who is a Veteran to talk about his reflections. We welcome Jim to show and are happy to hear from him on this Memorial Day. "For you have been called to live in freedom, my brothers and sisters. But don't use your freedom to satisfy your sinful nature. Instead, use your freedom to serve one another in love." Galatians 5:13 The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician w...
Fight For Your Right to...Submit
May 22, 2020 16:00 - 8 minutes - 5.54 MBToday I am talking about the Christian response to the covid virus. How do you think the church at large is responding? We see all the negative press with churches trying to fight back and fight for "our" rights. But, what if Jesus has a better way? What if we were to fight for our right to submit? Take a moment to consider some ideas before reacting harshly. Seek to understand before being understood. Let's discuss! The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area ...
Ascension: Why Are You Here Staring Into Heaven?
May 21, 2020 17:00 - 7 minutes - 4.88 MBToday is Ascension Day 2020. We are going to talk about why the ascension matters. The Ascension has reasons to celebrate and also gives us a charge of things to get done. Listen to the episode today to be challenged. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Ascension: Why Are You Here Staring Into Heaven?
May 21, 2020 17:00 - 7 minutes - 4.88 MBToday is Ascension Day 2020. We are going to talk about why the ascension matters. The Ascension has reasons to celebrate and also gives us a charge of things to get done. Listen to the episode today to be challenged. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show
Because I Live, You Also Will Live- RIP Ravi Zacharias
May 19, 2020 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.03 MBToday I want to introduce you to someone who has been an influencer in my life, Ravi Zacharias. Ravi was an Apologist and Evangelist that would often be put in front of crowds that were hostile to the Christian message. It was there that Ravi was poised and ready to give a reason for his hope. Ravi went to be with Jesus this morning, so I give you a short reflection of his life. Check out Ravi's ministry: https://www.rzim.org Take some time and google some of his talks. The music on t...
Because I Live, You Also Will Live- RIP Ravi Zacharias
May 19, 2020 16:00 - 7 minutes - 5.03 MBToday I want to introduce you to someone who has been an influencer in my life, Ravi Zacharias. Ravi was an Apologist and Evangelist that would often be put in front of crowds that were hostile to the Christian message. It was there that Ravi was poised and ready to give a reason for his hope. Ravi went to be with Jesus this morning, so I give you a short reflection of his life. Check out Ravi's ministry: https://www.rzim.org Take some time and google some of his talks. The music on t...
Uncertainty
May 18, 2020 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBToday we get back at it after a week long break. Today we talk with Pastor Bill Clark. Bill is a friend of mine from Iowa who has a real heart and passion for serving in multiple different contexts. Take a listen to the episode today. Here are a few ways of continuing to connect with Bill and learn what Project 52 is doing and how you can help support their ongoing work. https://p52.org https://www.facebook.com/project52Inc/ The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagol...
Uncertainty
May 18, 2020 23:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBToday we get back at it after a week long break. Today we talk with Pastor Bill Clark. Bill is a friend of mine from Iowa who has a real heart and passion for serving in multiple different contexts. Take a listen to the episode today. Here are a few ways of continuing to connect with Bill and learn what Project 52 is doing and how you can help support their ongoing work. https://p52.org https://www.facebook.com/project52Inc/ The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagol...
Priorities and Relationships
May 08, 2020 13:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBToday we talk with Pastor Keith Kinslow. Keith has been learning a lot from this pandemic and we have the opportunity to learn from him today. There are a lot of great points to consider here, so spend some time and listen to Keith today. We are going to take a break next week, but have no fear, we'll be back the week after. The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Patience: One Day at a Time
May 07, 2020 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.46 MBToday we check in with Norm Pacyga. Norm shares with us what he has been doing and what God has been teaching him. Norm is the church treasurer and has been doing a great job with Tabor. We are grateful for him. Check out todays episode. The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Patience: One Day at a Time
May 07, 2020 13:00 - 6 minutes - 4.46 MBToday we check in with Norm Pacyga. Norm shares with us what he has been doing and what God has been teaching him. Norm is the church treasurer and has been doing a great job with Tabor. We are grateful for him. Check out todays episode. The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show
Rely on the Good Shepherd
May 06, 2020 13:00 - 23 minutes - 16.1 MBToday we are talking with Pastor Steve Benson. Steve is a classmate of mine from the Seminary and I thought it would be good to hear from Steve and find out what God was teaching him through this whole pandemic. This episode is a bit longer, but I hope you enjoy what Steve has to say. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a great blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
This Too Shall Pass
May 05, 2020 13:00 - 8 minutes - 5.77 MBToday we are talking with Beth Houghtby. Beth is a busy CPS teacher and mother of 3. We are glad that we were able to get a little bit of her time to find out how she is doing and what God is teaching her right now. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Cherish Community
May 04, 2020 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.57 MBWe are continuing our discovery of interesting people and what God is teaching them. Today we are talking with Penny Schramm. Penny shares with us who she is and what God has been teaching her. There are some really great reminders for us all, so make sure you check out this episode. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Cherish Community
May 04, 2020 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.57 MBWe are continuing our discovery of interesting people and what God is teaching them. Today we are talking with Penny Schramm. Penny shares with us who she is and what God has been teaching her. There are some really great reminders for us all, so make sure you check out this episode. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. John is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show (http://taborchicago.org/give/)
Celebrating Differences and Learning to be Vulnerable
May 01, 2020 13:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBToday we will conclude on conversation with Steve Kowbel. I ask him what he would long for all people to know. So many great thoughts come out of the answer and it leads us to talk about vulnerability and not being afraid to deal with ourselves. I have asked Steve to become a frequent contributor to the podcast and he agreed. We will look for some time in the future to have Steve back on. Thanks Steve! The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has ...
Celebrating Differences and Learning to be Vulnerable
May 01, 2020 13:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBToday we will conclude on conversation with Steve Kowbel. I ask him what he would long for all people to know. So many great thoughts come out of the answer and it leads us to talk about vulnerability and not being afraid to deal with ourselves. I have asked Steve to become a frequent contributor to the podcast and he agreed. We will look for some time in the future to have Steve back on. Thanks Steve! The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has ...
Encouragement, Music and Maybe even The Tiger King
April 30, 2020 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.81 MBToday we continue our conversation with Steve Kowbel. We talk about encouraging others, music we are listening to and shows that we have watched that has led to discussion. This is a fun conversation. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Encouragement, Music and Maybe even The Tiger King
April 30, 2020 13:00 - 12 minutes - 8.81 MBToday we continue our conversation with Steve Kowbel. We talk about encouraging others, music we are listening to and shows that we have watched that has led to discussion. This is a fun conversation. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show (http://taborchicago.org/give/)
God Moves in Mysterious Ways
April 29, 2020 13:00 - 8 minutes - 6.16 MBOur conversation with Steve Kowbel continues. God is mysterious. We can either celebrate that mystery or make ourselves crazy by always having to solve the puzzle, when the puzzle doesn't have a solution. Today, Steve will talk about mystery and finding himself in the midst of it. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Creative Outlet
April 28, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.28 MBWe are continuing our conversation with Steve Kowbel. I asked him how he continues to feed his creativity during the pandemic. Once again a little question opens up the space for great content. Listen and discover some great content to engage with. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a great blessing to Tabor Church. Support the Show.
Creative Outlet
April 28, 2020 12:00 - 12 minutes - 8.28 MBWe are continuing our conversation with Steve Kowbel. I asked him how he continues to feed his creativity during the pandemic. Once again a little question opens up the space for great content. Listen and discover some great content to engage with. The music on the podcast is by John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a great blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show (http://taborchicago.org/give/)
It's Okay Not to Be Okay
April 27, 2020 21:00 - 11 minutes - 7.64 MBToday we begin a conversation with Steve Kowbel. Steve has so many good things to say that we can't fit it in to just one episode. So we will start today with the beginning of the conversation that sprouts from the question, "How are you doing?" From there we get some real truth. Hope you enjoy this episode and our continued conversation with Steve. The music on the podcast is from John Nugent. He is a Chicagoland area musician who has been a real blessing to Tabor Church. Support the show