Holy Hypocrites
151 episodes - English - Latest episode: 24 days ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsHi, I'm Nathan Palatsky and this is Holy Hypocrites.
1 Corinthians 10 says, "'Therefore, whether you eat or drink "'or whatsoever you do, do it to the glory of God.'" But what does that mean if you're not a pastor or a full-time missionary? How do you do that day to day in the real world? That's where we're headed. Thanks for joining us. I'd invite you to subscribe on Apple or Spotify, wherever you get your podcasts.
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Episodes
Tell Tour Story (ep. 51, Thursday)
December 05, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.31 MBActs 22:1-21. What is your story and where does Jesus fit? If it’s true what the Bible says that “if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation,” what makes you different? Think about it today so that you’ll be ready when God gives you your audience, whether it’s one or one thousand.
The Rising Tide (ep. 50, Wednesday)
December 04, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.3 MBActs 21:17-26. Anything can seem “impossible” until someone does it. Hearing what God is doing through others can be so encouraging and emboldening... Just as you’d tell someone to learn from your mistakes, what can be learned from your successes? What has God done through you that might inspire others?
Little by Little (ep. 49, Tuesday)
December 03, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.32 MBActs 21:1-16. Paul was ready to go to Jerusalem, fully aware it would likely cost him his life. Even that wasn’t enough to stop him because he had submitted completely to God. How do we reach that level of faith?
Looking Back (ep. 48, Monday)
December 02, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.43 MBActs 20:17-38. Paul prepares to leave the church leaders for good and he points them back to the cornerstones, the foundation of the church. What is your family of believers built on? How can we live with Christ as the framework?
Even Kings Praise Him (ep. 47, Friday)
November 29, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.01 MBPsalm 21. Even the king exalts God and gives him the glory for all that is accomplished. We don’t have to stress about our day to day. There is tremendous peace and joy in leaving those concerns at his feet because he has it under control.
Giving Up (ep. 46, Thursday)
November 28, 2019 13:00 - 7 minutes - 6.61 MBActs 10:1-16. Who have you given up on? Who would you consider a lost cause? We can’t know who God is “done” with, so even if we have moved on, we have to keep praying. Because God is able to save those we consider “lost causes.”
Book Burning (ep. 45, Wednesday)
November 27, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.14 MBActs 19:11-20. What needs burned in your life? Whether it’s actually something sinful or just a distraction, Satan is good about pulling our attention away from God. Sometimes it requires radical action to refocus. Are you willing?
Who Are You (ep. 44, Tuesday)
November 26, 2019 13:00 - 7 minutes - 6.51 MBActs 18:24-28. If God is the one preparing us for our calling, equipping is for the mission he has given us, then we are all qualified. It’s not up to us to be “exceptional.” We serve an exceptional God.
Off Topic (ep. 43, Monday)
November 25, 2019 13:00 - 7 minutes - 6.58 MBRomans 3, Ephesians 2, John 3. What is the gospel? We’re off topic today walking it out, stating for the record what it means when we say “the gospel.” We’ll be back in Acts tomorrow.
The Lord, Our Lord (ep. 42, Friday)
November 22, 2019 13:00 - 4 minutes - 4.21 MBPsalm 19. Don’t forget the God who is both your king and your Father, the judge and the good shepherd. Only God could do both perfectly. Praise him this weekend.
Plans Change (ep. 41, Thursday)
November 21, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.22 MBActs 18:18-23. I like my calendar. I like laying out a plan and then living out the plan. But sometimes God knows there are more important things than what I have planned. Let’s learn from Paul and lay our plans at the feet of the all-knowing creator.
Tentmaking (ep. 40, Wednesday)
November 20, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.39 MBActs 18:1-11. How can God use your earthly skills for his glory? What might he do if you surrendered your organizing or writing or teaching to him for his use? If Paul can find in-roads through tent making, I bet God can use your skills too.
The Unknown God (ep. 39, Tuesday)
November 19, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.41 MBActs 17:22-34. Growing where you’re planted is easier said than done. But God has put us all in a place, and told us to make disciples in that place. Who is he sending you to? And how are you uniquely prepared to reach them with the gospel?
Who Saves (ep. 38, Monday)
November 18, 2019 13:00 - 7 minutes - 6.57 MBActs 17:1-10. So the last person you talked to about Jesus wasn’t the most receptive... We have to remember it’s not our job to save. It’s our job to be witness to Christ and let God to the rest.
God Our Trainer (ep. 37, Friday)
November 15, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.35 MBPsalm 18. God is our trainer. He is preparing and equipping is to face the challenges ahead. He never abandons us but walks us through every valley of every shadow of death. Walk into the weekend with that confidence.
Road Less Traveled (ep. 36, Thursday)
November 14, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.29 MBActs 16:25-34. Jesus said broad is the way that leads to destruction but narrow is the way that leads to life. The world’s way is so much easier! But what gospel opportunities may be waiting for you on the more difficult, challenging path?
It’s Not You (ep. 35, Wednesday)
November 13, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.29 MBActs 16:6-15. Good news. When Jesus said “go and make disciples” and “you will be my witnesses,” he didn’t leave that to our own imperfect abilities. He’s taking care of it, we just have to hear him and obey him. Easier said than done.
ICNU (ep. 34, Tuesday)
November 12, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 5.67 MBActs 16:1-5. What gifts do you see in the believers around you, and have you told them?
We Are the Church (ep. 33, Monday)
November 11, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.02 MBActs 15:22-29. Whatever church you come from, we are unified by Christ. The apostles repeatedly address those in other “churches” as brothers and sisters. What can you do today, from your church to be unified as THE church?
Hope (ep. 32, Friday)
November 08, 2019 13:00 - 3 minutes - 3.55 MBPsalm 17. No matter how desperate things look, how outnumbered and surrounded we feel, let us trust God as David does in this Psalm.
Grace Alone (ep. 31, Thursday)
November 07, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 5.88 MBActs 15:6-11. What would happen if we stop drawing lines between sinners and sinners, and decided to share Jesus with anyone and let God sort out who to save?
What Stops You (ep. 30, Wednesday)
November 06, 2019 13:00 - 7 minutes - 6.48 MBActs 14:19-23. What fears keep you from sharing Jesus? Paul was literally stoned for sharing Jesus. And he pressed on because the gospel was of “first importance.” What’s stopping you?
Eyes on Who (ep. 29, Tuesday)
November 05, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MBActs 14:5-18. How can you redirect people’s attention to God? Our natural instinct is to bask in the world’s praise, but what chance do you have today to decrease so that Christ might increase?
Who Gets Credit (ep. 28, Monday)
November 04, 2019 13:00 - 6 minutes - 6.23 MBActs 14:1-7. Today’s society is obsessed with credit. But for every compliment you get, every success you reach, didn’t God provide everything you used to get there?
Fullness of Joy (ep. 27, Friday)
November 01, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.07 MBPsalm 16. He will not abandon us, in his presence is fullness of joy. Whatever you are facing this weekend, know that your Heavenly Father who loves you more than you can comprehend is with you.
Fish Where They Bite (ep. 26, Thursday)
October 31, 2019 12:00 - 7 minutes - 6.67 MBActs 13:42-49. Jesus said he would make his followers “fishers of men.” So, why are you banging your head against a wall, when there are fish jumping out of the water for gospel truth?
The OT Matters (ep. 25, Wednesday)
October 30, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.25 MBActs 13:15-25. Spend a little time in the Old Testament and you’ll see how the gospel story, the story of Jesus our Messiah dying and rising again for the sins of the world, behind a lot earlier than Gabriel visiting the virgin Mary.
When God Answers (ep. 24, Tuesday)
October 29, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.03 MBActs 12:11-17. When God answers your prayers, do you notice? The disciples were so focused on praying for Peter’s rescue, they dismissed Rhoda when she reported that he was at the gate! How have you seen God answers your prayers recently and who will you tell?
God’s Will is Good (ep. 23, Monday)
October 28, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.18 MBActs 12:1-11. Two very different outcomes, both “good” by God’s definition. One big challenge we face as disciples is desiring God’s will above our desires. But as we understand who he is and how he loves his children, and as our faith grows, we start to see his “yes” and “no” differently.
Remember Who He Is (ep. 22, Friday)
October 25, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.08 MBPsalm 9. Remembering just who our God is and what he is capable of should be constant practice for disciples because we face constant challenges that distract us and inspire fear in us. But when we look back to God, we didn’t comfort and courage because he is with us. And he is sovereign.
Never Alone (ep. 21, Thursday)
October 24, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.37 MBActs 11:19-26. Jesus told us to make disciples of ALL nations. That’s a daunting task, but he promised in Matthew 28 to be with us always. The spread of the gospel in Acts is only possible with God’s unwavering faithful presence and help.
Getting it Right (ep. 20, Wednesday)
October 23, 2019 12:00 - 7 minutes - 6.51 MBActs 10:30-48. Would you rather BE right or GET IT right, even if that means admitting you were wrong? While it’s less flashy than standing on a street corner shouting scripture, humility is another way we can show people our savior.
Cover, Meet Book (ep. 19, Tuesday)
October 22, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.4 MBActs 10:9-16. Who have you given up on? Maybe God is putting an “undesirable” person in your life on purpose, to reach them through you... if you’re willing to be used.
Credit Where it’s Due (ep. 18, Monday)
October 21, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.44 MBActs 9:36-43. What happens after God answers your prayer? Who do you tell about it? We see throughout Acts, new disciples come to know Christ because of answered prayers. What’s one story you can tell others about God taking care of you?
What is Man (ep. 17, Friday)
October 18, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.24 MBPsalm 8. Sabbath in the Psalms this Friday, we remember just how majestic the creator is. He made everything, and made you, with all your strengths and weaknesses and he loves you more than you can imagine.
God Changes People (ep. 16, Thursday)
October 17, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.24 MBActs 9:10-19. Who have you given up on? Ananias had heard enough about Saul to want to avoid him at all costs. But where you can’t teach an old dog new tricks, it seems God can.
Trust Earned (ep. 15, Wednesday)
October 16, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.27 MBActs 8:26-40. Where has God put you? Who has God put around you? Do you trust that he placed you in that setting, with that audience on mission for a purpose? Let’s pray for greater trust in God’s plan today.
Missionaries Among Us (ep. 14, Tuesday)
October 15, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.38 MBActs 7:53-8:4. The church is scattered by persecution and yet everywhere they go, they are preaching the word. Today, is there one moment in one conversation where we have a chance to share one scripture with someone?
Giving a Defense (ep. 13, Monday)
October 14, 2019 12:00 - 9 minutes - 8.7 MBActs 6:8-7:53. Long chunk today but what a defense from Stephen before the authorities. What would you or I say? Are we ready to give a defense?
God Hears You (ep. 12, Friday)
October 11, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 5.89 MBSabbath in Psalm 6 today. No matter what your circumstance, your all-powerful Father in heaven hears you. Let that be a comfort in whatever situation you find yourself this weekend.
Refocus Your Mission (ep. 11, Thursday)
October 10, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.37 MBActs 5:17-32. Time to refocus on our mission. Two reminders here from the early church, first that God will give an audience to those bearing witness to him. It might be small or big but he will give an audience. Second, he is taking care of his witnesses.
So Help Me God (ep. 10, Wednesday)
October 09, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.17 MBActs 5:1-11. It sort of makes sense that, as witnesses to the literal embodiment of truth... we should probably tell the truth...? Hmmm.
Time, Talent and Treasure (ep. 9, Tuesday)
October 08, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.26 MBActs 4:32-37. How’s your generosity? When was the last time you gave to someone from your time, talent or treasures with no incentive for personal gain?
Bold Before Safe (ep. 8, Monday)
October 07, 2019 12:00 - 7 minutes - 6.63 MBHappy Monday! Acts 4:23-31. Imagine being threatened to stop talking about Jesus, and rather than praying for protection, or a different mission or a different mission field, imagine praying instead for boldness to keep on talking about Jesus?
The God Who Sustains (ep. 7, Friday)
October 04, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 5.66 MBSabbath in the Psalms. Pausing from our looking at our imperfections to read Psalm 3 and rest in God’s sustaining power. Happy Friday!
Going Out of Your Way (ep. 6, Thursday)
October 03, 2019 12:00 - 7 minutes - 6.54 MBActs 3:1-10. The early church is exploding, the young believers are living on mission, and they come across an opportunity to be witnesses to Jesus, not as part of a planned evangelism event, but as an interruption in their plan. What if we lived with enough openness and flexibility to deviate from our plan for a gospel opportunity?
One Full Day (ep. 5, Wednesday)
October 02, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.43 MBActs 2:42-47. Imagine a church suddenly infused with 3,000 new believers. How would your church handle it? More importantly, what would the church look like if we lived joyfully devoted to Christ’s teaching, fellowship and breaking bread together and prayer?
Jesus in Conversation (ep. 4, Tuesday)
October 01, 2019 12:00 - 6 minutes - 6.37 MBContinuing in Acts 2, Peter is not a scholar or a seminary-trained preacher, but through him, God delivers a powerful message and 3,000 are added to the kingdom. What can you do TODAY to be ready when God uses you?
What Can You Give (ep. 3, Monday)
September 30, 2019 12:00 - 7 minutes - 6.8 MBActs 2:1-8. The disciples obedience is richly rewarded. Jesus commanded us to love God and love others. What can you do today to obey and what light God do through your obedience?
Growing Where You Are Planted (ep. 2, Friday)
September 27, 2019 14:00 - 7 minutes - 6.51 MBOur first Friday Psalm, reading through Psalm 1 to think about contentment. God plants his people exactly where they are meant to be on purpose. Next week, we’ll head back into Acts...