Leading Through a Crisis

http://traffic.libsyn.com/themiddlekingdom/Leading_Through_Crisis.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download  On today’s episode, Jenni and TJ are joined by Randy Eplin as they discuss leading a team through a crisis.  As Churchill once said, “A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty.”  Leaders are defined by their actions in difficult times.  Join us in the conversation as we look at what it takes to lead

Big Questions: God’s Will 006

http://traffic.libsyn.com/themiddlekingdom/Gods_Will_006.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadThere is much discussion on how to hear from God. There is even more discussion on how God’s will plays out in our life. Does he give us choices? If we make a poor choice does it set us down a path of destruction and ultimately change the good future God had hoped for us? This is no small matter when you take into

Big Questions: The Bible 003

http://traffic.libsyn.com/themiddlekingdom/The_Bible_003_third_try.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadAs Christians our faith rests on Scripture. Everything we hold to be true about God, man, life now and life to come is because of what is written in this book. But are the 66 books we call “The Bible” a reliable resource? How do we know that it is God’s Word given to us as the Holy Spirit inspired men to write it?

Big Questions: World Religions 002

http://traffic.libsyn.com/themiddlekingdom/World_Religions_002.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadIf Christianity is true and there is really only one God and mediator between God and man, the Lord Jesus Christ, then why are there so many different religions?  Join us in the conversation as we discuss the major religions of the world and why it’s not arrogant to say that Christianity is the one true way to God. Resources: The Camel Muslim Evangelism

For Greater Glory

Today we end a three week series on Christian Liberty: Week One: How do use my freedom to love my Christian neighbor? It was a call to give up your rights for your neighbor Week Two: How do I use my freedom to Love unbelievers? It was a call to give up your rights for the lost Today: How do I use my freedom to love Christ? It’s a call

God Stories: 001 Guidance

http://traffic.libsyn.com/themiddlekingdom/Holy_Spirit_Guidance.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadGod is on the move. He is working in the city through His people. We believe that our stories matter because our stories are testimony of the power and love of God. This week Arrier joins us in the studio to share how God is speaking to His children and guiding them to people who need the gospel. Join us in the conversation.

Bonus: Short-term Trips Pt. 2

http://traffic.libsyn.com/themiddlekingdom/Short_term_trips_pt_2.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadIt’s that time of year when people are gearing up for a summer trip which brings us to the questions, are these sort of trips really worth it? They cost a lot of money. There are a lot of inconveniences from the sender and the receiver that will incur. Are they effective or simply glorified vacations? Join us as we discuss the details of

Come and Walk Among Us

Is there a people group that is calling out to you: “We appeal to you, holy servant boy, to come and walk among us.” Will you, like Patrick and so many before and after him, be willing to walk among them?

1 Corinthians: Giving 006

http://traffic.libsyn.com/themiddlekingdom/1_Corinthians_Giving.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadToday we are in 1 Corinthians 16.  Yes, we know we skipped chapter 15.  Join us next week for that chapter, which is really the point of the entire book…the Resurrection changes everything.  This week we look at that topic that many feel uncomfortable about, giving.  If God owns everything and doesn’t need our time, talents, and treasures, then why give?  If I decide