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Why is there so much confusion about discipleship?  In the church we have turned discipleship into a program that must be led by the elite Christian teachers.  Is that what Jesus envisioned for discipleship?  Is there a different way?  In this episode Pastor Bryan attempts to bring some clarity to the issue of discipleship and encourage all believers to become disciple makers. Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected] Memory Verse: 1 Timothy 2:1-2 Growing Up by Robby Gallaty Rediscovering Discipleship by Robby Gallaty

What is the deal with discipleship?  Why has the church not been very effective at making disciples?  In this new series Pastor Bryan dives into all things discipleship.  Christians should be known as relational disciple makers.  This was the plan that Jesus used in his ministry and what he commanded us to do as his followers (Matthew 28:18-20).  Join us on this adventure through what it means to be a disciple and how we can become disciple making multipliers. Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected] Memory Verse: Matthew 28:18-20 Growing Up by Robby Gallaty Rediscovering Discipleship by Robby Gallaty

Sometimes you just need a lighthearted conversation about movies! In this episode Pastor Bryan and Pastor Evan break down a few of their favorite movies.  Movies provide a window into another world.  While we don’t want to find ourselves using movies to escape the pains of reality, they do provide a nice break from time to time.  We hope you enjoy it.  Tell us about your favorite movies at our email address below. Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected]

Should Christians attempt to enjoy an easy life?  How should we think about trials and suffering in our life?  In this episode Pastor Bryan Gotcher discusses why Christians should seek to not only endure trials but to rejoice in them.  If you have ever wondered, “Does God want me to do hard things for him?” then this episode will hopefully challenge and encourage you. Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected] One Man’s Wilderness by Sam Keith Scripture References: James 1:2-4; 1:12; John 16:33; 1Thessalonians 4:9-12; Colossians 3:23; Proverbs 16:3; Romans 5:3-5; Romans 12:1; 1 Corinthians 10:13; 1 Peter 4:12-13.

Theology professor Wayne Grudem defines prayer as “personal communication with God”.  How can something so simple be so vital to the Christian walk?  On this episode Pastor Bryan Gotcher discusses the importance of prayer.  He shares the biblical theological framework for prayer as well as things he has learned about prayer from experience.  Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected] My House Shall Be Called A House Of Prayer by Jim Cymbala The Cross and The Switchblade by David Wilkerson Spiritual Disciplines for the Christian Life by Donald Whitney The Pattern of Prayer by Bryan R. Gotcher Praying the Bible by Donald Whitney

Brian Van Doren is back!  On this episode we catch up with our former co-host Brian Van Doren who is a pastor in Angleton, Texas.  Bryan & Brian discuss what God has been teaching them.  They talk about what it takes to follow God’s call, to persevere in faith, lean into spiritual disciplines, and take sin seriously.  They even include a lesson from a children’s rhyme (When God takes me somewhere new, He has good things for me to do!) and a quote from legendary NFL coach Chuck Noll (Champions are champions not because they do anything extraordinary but because they do the ordinary things better than anyone else). Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected] 2nd Baptist Angleton Website 2nd Baptist Angleton YouTube VerseLocker App Bible Adventures Robby Gallaty Discipleship Books: Growing Up, Firmly Planted, & Bearing Fruit

According to a Focus on the Family article, “the drop in marital satisfaction after the first baby’s birth is a staggering 42% larger among the current generation of parents than their predecessors.”  This combined with a statistic from a Marriage Dynamics article that says, “the divorce rate among couples aged 55-64 has more than double since 1990,” indicates that there are problems in marriages as couples begin to raise children and after they leave the home.  Why are there so many marital problems related to raising children?  Pastor Bryan & Pastor Alan dive into this topic and discuss what it means to keep your marriage a priority as you raise kids.  If you are a parent, you don’t want to miss this episode. Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected] Resource: Article: Balancing Marriage and Parenting: Keeping Love Alive While You Raise Kids Article: Putting Your Spouse Before Your Kids Scripture References: Ephesians 5:25; 5:28; 5:33; Titus 2:3 Email us directly for more information about free Biblical counseling: Pastor Alan Scott - [email protected] Pastor Bryan Gotcher - [email protected]

It seems like sex is everywhere! From television commercials to the internet, it can be hard to escape.  The sad reality is that culture doesn’t understand the importance or value of sex.  Only when we understand that God created sex for a purpose will we truly see its value.  In this episode Bryan & Alan discuss the purpose of sex and how couples can find true intimacy in their marriage.  Join us on this journey and discover how you and your spouse can have the more intimate and fulfilling relationship. Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all of our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected] Resource: Book: Preparing for Marriage Book: Hedges by Jerry B. Jenkins Book: Love & Respect by Dr. Emerson Eggerichs Scripture References: Genesis 2:24; Genesis 1:28; Psalm 127:3-5; Proverbs 5:18-19; 1 Corinthians 7:2-5; Ephesian 5:33; Hebrews 13:4 Email us directly for more information about free Biblical counseling: Pastor Alan Scott - [email protected] Pastor Bryan Gotcher - [email protected]

Finances are the number one issue that married couples fight about and the number two reason for divorce, behind infidelity.  What does this tell us about the importance of finances in marriage?  Couples must learn to work together, communicate, and discover how to use their resources for the glory of God.  In this episode Bryan & Alan give a theological basis for how we need to understand our finances and some practical advice from the Bible on how couples can overcome financial difficulties. Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all of our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected] Resource: Book: Preparing for Marriage Article: Are Your Bank Accounts Divorced? Article: Money and Marriage: 7 Tips for a Healthy Relationship Scripture References: Psalm 24:1; 1 Chronicles 29:11-16; Luke 16:10-13; Hebrews 13:5; 1 Timothy 6:10; Ecclesiastes 5:10; Matthew 6:19-21; Acts 20:35; Proverbs 11:24-25 Email us directly for more information about free Biblical counseling: Pastor Alan Scott - [email protected] Pastor Bryan Gotcher - [email protected]

There are no roleless marriages but are the right roles according to scripture.  All husbands and wives have a core role and core response according to the Bible.  Listen as Bryan and Alan break down these roles and response from scripture.  Also, in this episode we cover the always hot button issues of headship and submission.  We hope to correct a lot of misconceptions surrounding these issues. Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all of our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected] Resource: Preparing for Marriage Six Things Submission is Not Scripture References: Ephesians 5:21-24; 1 Corinthians 11:2-3; Mark 10:42-45; Genesis 2:18; Titus 2:3-5; Proverbs 31:28-29 Email us directly for more information about free Biblical counseling: Pastor Alan Scott - [email protected] Pastor Bryan Gotcher - [email protected]

It has been said that communication is to the relationship as blood is to the body. Communication nourishes and sustains a relationship.  Take it away and you no longer have a relationship.  Why is it so difficult to have authentic communication in a marriage?  Why is it so difficult to resolve conflict in a biblical way.  Find out in this episode as Bryan & Alan tackle what it takes to have authentic communication in your marriage. Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all of our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected] Resource: Preparing for Marriage The Silent Marriage Killer – Heather Davis Nelson Put Your Anger to Bed – Marshall Segal Scripture References: James 1:19; Proverbs 1:5; Proverbs 10:19; Ecclesiastes 3:1,7; 1 Corinthians 13:4-7; Ephesians 4:26-32 Email us directly for more information about free Biblical counseling: Pastor Alan Scott - [email protected] Pastor Bryan Gotcher - [email protected]

Is there something special about marriage?  Just from observing culture you would probably say “no”!  But what does the Bible have to say about marriage.  Over the next several weeks Pastor Bryan & Pastor Alan will dive into what a biblical marriage looks like.  In this first episode we give a biblical basis for marriage and lay the foundation for the rest of the series. Families For Life is a podcast of Oakhill Baptist Church. You can stream all of our episodes in your internet browser on our website http://www.oakhillbc.org/f4l/ or listen on your favorite podcast app! Make sure to rate and review the show. We would also welcome your feedback or future episode ideas in our email inbox at [email protected] Resource: Preparing for Marriage Scripture References: Genesis 2:18, 1:27-28, 1:26-27, 2:21-25; Psalm 127:3-5 Email us directly for more information about free Biblical counseling: Pastor Alan Scott - [email protected] Pastor Bryan Gotcher - [email protected]