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Thinking About It
210 episodes - English - Latest episode: 20 days ago -Join Grandview Church Kitchener's lead pastor Bob MacGregor alongside Dr. David Barker and other guests to learn to think biblically about the issues facing our culture.
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The Pastoral Prayer
June 19, 2024 09:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
The Proper Age To Enter Ministry?
June 11, 2024 18:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBThe article referenced in this episode: My Pastor Made Me Wait to Enter Ministry. I’m Grateful. | TGC. Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question,...
Choosing When To Retire
June 04, 2024 09:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
Multicultural Congregations
May 27, 2024 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
Public Reading of Scripture
May 17, 2024 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBThis episode is inspired from the following article: “Brace Yourselves!“: The Reduction of Public Bible Reading. https://au.thegospelcoalition.org/article/brace-yourselves-the-reduction-of-public-bible-reading/ Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions b...
Is Music and Lighting Manipulation? With Pastor Jacob
May 07, 2024 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
Altar Calls
April 30, 2024 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
Alter Calls
April 30, 2024 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
Supporting Missions That Aren't Church Plants With Pastor James
April 23, 2024 08:00 - 12 minutes - 8.85 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
How Does a Christian Engage In Culture? With Pastor James
April 16, 2024 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
The History of Heritage College & Seminary with Jon Cleland (part two)
February 27, 2024 15:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBThis is part two of our conversation with Jonathan Cleland. He is the co-author of the recent book, "A Priceless Heritage: A history of Heritage College and Seminary in three essays." He is a Ph.D. Candidate in Historical Theology and adjunct professor at Heritage. He joins us today to discuss the history of the school prior to it becoming Heritage College & Seminary. Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each epis...
The History of Heritage College & Seminary with Jon Cleland
February 16, 2024 18:00 - 14 minutes - 9.94 MBJonathan Cleland is the co-author of the recent book, "A Priceless Heritage: A history of Heritage College and Seminary in three essays." He is a Ph.D. Candidate in Historical Theology and adjunct professor at Heritage. He joins us today to discuss the history of the school prior to it becoming Heritage College & Seminary. Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think...
Grow Friendship in Ministry
February 07, 2024 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
Are You Called To Ministry?
January 30, 2024 19:00 - 14 minutes - 9.89 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
It's Good To Waste Time Sometimes
January 24, 2024 09:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBIn this episode, Pastor Bob is joined by Dr. Dave Barker and Andrew Noble to discuss how Christian leaders might approach time management and the burden of productivity. Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in ou...
How Pastors Can Become More "Catholic"
January 16, 2024 10:00 - 14 minutes - 9.7 MBHere is a link to the article referenced: https://www.9marks.org/article/wanted-catholic-pastors/ Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or s...
Virtual Baptisms? Cultural Expressions Part 2
January 10, 2024 14:00 - 14 minutes - 9.82 MBIn this episode, Pastor Bob is joined by Dr. Dave Barker and Andrew Noble to discuss how Christian leaders might appropriately encourage different cultural expressions in church. Here is a link to the article referenced: https://buildingjerusalem.blog/2023/12/01/simple-ways-to-encourage-different-cultural-expressions-in-church/ Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to...
Ways To Encourage Different Cultural Expressions In Church (Part One)
January 05, 2024 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBIn this episode, Pastor Bob is joined by Dr. Dave Barker and Andrew Noble to discuss how Christian leaders might appropriately encourage different cultural expressions in church. Here is a link to the article referenced: https://buildingjerusalem.blog/2023/12/01/simple-ways-to-encourage-different-cultural-expressions-in-church/ Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests ...
Skipping Sermons For Christmas? with Kevin Deane
December 26, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBIn this episode, Pastor Bob is joined by Kevin Deane to discuss the Christmas concert/drama. Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send a...
Masculinity, with Richard Christy (part 2)
December 19, 2023 14:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MBIn this episode, Pastor Bob is joined by Richard Christy, a former mayor of the City of Kitchener and associate professor at WLU, to discuss masculinity. Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To...
What is Masculinity? with Richard Christy (part 1)
December 14, 2023 03:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MBIn this episode, Pastor Bob is joined by Richard Christy, a former mayor of the City of Kitchener and associate professor at WLU, to discuss masculinity. Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. T...
Engaging With Bible Skeptics
December 05, 2023 16:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBIn this episode, Pastor Bob is joined by Dr. Dave Barker and Andrew Noble to discuss how Christian leaders might respond to skeptical questions. Here is a link to the article referenced about research why people dechurch: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/misconceptions-dechurching/ Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural i...
Misconceptions About Dechurching
November 29, 2023 15:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBJim Davis and Michael Graham recently wrote a TGC article on 5 Misconceptions About Dechurching in America. The five misconceptions are: Misconception #1: People leave primarily because of negative experiences with the church. Misconception #2: Young people are leaving the church after attending secular universities. Misconception #3: People leave the church because they’ve left the faith. Misconception #4: The people leaving are primarily on the secular left. Misconception #5: They are...
Reflections on Romans 14 - The Weaker Brother
November 14, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MBDr. Dave Barker and Pastor Bob reflect on some of the implications of Romans 14. Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a...
How To Pray For Those At War
November 07, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBThis episode was recorded in mid-to-late October. Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit ...
How Can Preachers Do Better (feat. Dr. Rick Reed)
October 31, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBPreaching vs Teaching (feat. Dr. Rick Reed)
October 24, 2023 08:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBConflict in Israel (How To Pray For Those At War)
October 16, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
Conflict in Israel
October 16, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
Does Anyone Miss The O.T. Festivals?
October 02, 2023 13:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
Phones in Church and A.I. Part 2 (with Andrew Noble)
September 26, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB"Turn with me in your Bibles or on your phones." - Should preachers use this phrase? While ultimately this is a matter of conscience, in this episode, Andrew Noble shares why he no longer uses the phrase when given the opportunity to speak. Links referenced in this episode: - People of the Screen: How Evangelicals Created the Digital Bible and How It Shapes Their Reading of Scripture by John Dyer - The Wolf in Their Pockets: 13 Ways the Social Internet Threatens the People You Lead by Chris...
A.I. In The Pulpit (with Andrew Noble)
September 19, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MBArtificial Intelligence is gaining popularity both in society and in the church. In this episode, Pastor Bob speaks with Pastoral Assistant Andrew Noble about how pastors might approach AI in the pulpit. Links referenced in this episode: - Artificial Intelligence: An Evangelical Statement of Principles - What Would Jesus Tech (a podcast co-hosted by Andrew) - One Assembly: Rethinking the Multisite and Multiservice Church Models by Jonathan Leeman Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by ...
The Role of Worship in the Church (with Jacob Elliott)
September 12, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
164: Sabbaticals
July 14, 2023 17:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB163. Can You Be An Introvert And A Good Leader?
June 28, 2023 14:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBThinking About It is a podcast hosted by Bob MacGregor, Lead Pastor at Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. On each episode, Bob meets with one of his guests to think biblically about the cultural issues facing the church. The goal is not to provide answers to all the questions but instead, model Christian clarity in our chaotic age. To learn more about Grandview Church, ask a question, or send an idea for a future episode, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast
The Lords Table
June 19, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB162. The Lords Table
June 19, 2023 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB161: Vocational Ministry
June 13, 2023 12:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB160. Faith In Politics (feat. Dave Schneider)
June 06, 2023 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB159: Church Buildings That Work
May 29, 2023 04:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB158: Pastoring Young Adults
May 22, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MBEpisode 154: Pastoring Young Adults
May 22, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB157. For the Praise of His Glorious Grace (Part 2)
May 15, 2023 15:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB156. For the Praise of His Glorious Grace
May 08, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutes - 10.7 MB155. Getting History Right (feat. Dr. Michael Haykin)
May 01, 2023 12:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MBDr. Michael Haykin is the Professor of Church History at Heritage Theological Seminary in Cambridge, Ontario and the Professor of Church History and Biblical Spirituality at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. Michael and his wife Alison, and their two children, Victoria and Nigel, live in Dundas, Ontario. They attend West Highland Church, where Dr. Haykin and his wife are members.
154: Revival With Dr. Michael Haykin
April 24, 2023 11:00 - 15 minutes - 10.4 MBDr. Michael Haykin is the Professor of Church History at Heritage Theological Seminary in Cambridge, Ontario and the Professor of Church History and Biblical Spirituality at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary in Louisville, Kentucky. Michael and his wife Alison, and their two children, Victoria and Nigel, live in Dundas, Ontario. They attend West Highland Church, where Dr. Haykin and his wife are members.
153: Revival with Dr. David Barker
April 17, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBEpisode 152: The "Us" Among Us (feat. Tonya Verburg- Ray of Hope) Part II
April 10, 2023 12:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MBEpisode 151: The "Us" Among Us (feat. Tonya Verburg- Ray of Hope) Part I
April 03, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MBThis episode was recorded in February 2023 and its release to you was delayed due to an internal miscommunication. We apologize for the delayed release! Thinking About It is a podcast hosted by Pastor Bob MacGregor of Grandview Church in Kitchener, Ontario. To learn more about Grandview Church, or to send in a question to Pastor Bob, please visit https://www.grandviewchurch.ca/podcast