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Formed
Hosted by IRVING BIBLE CHURCH · EN
We believe that as Christians, we are constantly being formed in the way of Jesus for the sake of the world. We desire to be transformed people who experience vibrant spiritual growth and we want the Spirit of God to shape us more and more into the likeness of Jesus. Join Dr. Barry Jones, Sissy Mathew, and Isaac Harris each week as they navigate relevant topics through honest conversations.
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Ep. 109 - Sexuality, Gender & Roles in the Home
2w ago00:28:40Tap to summarizeBarry, Sissy, and Isaac are back on the green couch talking about sexuality, gender, and roles in the home. They talk about a recent change in men and women leadership in the church and the slippery slope concern that comes up as a response. They also discuss the blessed alliance between men and women regarding roles in the home and stereotypes surrounding both masculinity and femininity. The crew finishes the episode by talk about Sissy and Isaac's recent trips and the food they "enjoyed." For more information regarding this topic at Irving Bible Church, visit irvingbible.org/menandwomen. -Start here: http://www.irvingbible.org/new Want to follow us on social media? -Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irvingbible -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvingbiblechurch Have a question for us? -Email us at info@irvingbible.org.
Transcribe →Ep. 108 - An Elder Board Perspective on Men and Women in Leadership
3w ago00:28:32Tap to summarizeBarry is back and joined by three members of the elder board at Irving Bible Church. They talk about the process of making a change in men and women in leadership in the church, along with what it means for the church and their personal journeys around the topic. For more information regarding this topic at Irving Bible Church, visit irvingbible.org/menandwomen. -Start here: http://www.irvingbible.org/new Want to follow us on social media? -Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irvingbible -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvingbiblechurch Have a question for us? -Email us at info@irvingbible.org.
Transcribe →Ep. 107 - Men and Women in Leadership Together in the Church
4w ago00:37:00Tap to summarizeBarry and Isaac are back and talking about men and women in leadership positions at church. What are some of the biblical passages that have been revisited over the years at Irving Bible Church? What does the process look like to make a change in leadership like this? What are the practical and missional implications? What does it NOT mean? For more information regarding this topic at Irving Bible Church, visit irvingbible.org/menandwomen. -Start here: http://www.irvingbible.org/new Want to follow us on social media? -Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irvingbible -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvingbiblechurch Have a question for us? -Email us at info@irvingbible.org.
Transcribe →Ep. 106 - Church in the 90s vs. Church Today
Apr 2900:39:56Tap to summarizeBarry, Sissy, and Isaac are back and talking about the differences between the church in the 1990s vs. the church now. What are the impacts of the church growth movement? What about the lasting effects of "purity culture?" What about the rise contemporary worship music? What is something you wish we could take from the church in the 90s for today? The crew wraps up the episode by talking about church items from the 90s. -Start here: http://www.irvingbible.org/new Want to follow us on social media? -Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irvingbible -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvingbiblechurch Have a question for us? -Email us at info@irvingbible.org.
Transcribe →Ep. 105 - How to Find God in the Midst of Grieving
Apr 2300:42:10Tap to summarizeBarry and Isaac are joined by Tiffany Stein, author of newly released book, Mourning God. What is something about the immediate grief stage you have learned now? What is the relationship between suffering and our relationship with God? What is the dark night of the soul? What were some bad theology one-liners said to you during grieving? What advice do you have for people who can't find the goodness of God during their grief? In light of Tiffany's husband (and friend of Barry & Isaac) having red hair, they finish the episode by listing their top three people in history with red hair. -Start here: http://www.irvingbible.org/new Want to follow us on social media? -Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irvingbible -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvingbiblechurch Have a question for us? -Email us at info@irvingbible.org.
Transcribe →Ep. 104 - What Did the Days After the Resurrection of Jesus Look Like?
Mar 2600:35:29Tap to summarizeBarry and Isaac are joined by Shawn Small, author of newly released devotional, Via Lucis. What did the first days after the resurrection of Jesus look like? What is the season after Easter Sunday really about? What is a story that gets overlooked after the resurrection? What is some practical advice on how to finish a devotional? The crew wraps up the episode by talking about their favorite places to travel out of country. Shawn Small is the founder and executive director of Wonder Voyage. He is also the author of many books, including his latest release, Via Lucis. -Start here: http://www.irvingbible.org/new Want to follow us on social media? -Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irvingbible -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvingbiblechurch Have a question for us? -Email us at info@irvingbible.org.
Transcribe →Ep. 103 - Cynt Marshall on Leadership, Navigating Faith & Ambition, and More
Mar 1000:49:15Tap to summarizeBarry, Sissy, and Isaac are joined by former Dallas Mavericks CEO and former Senior Vice President of AT&T, Cynt Marshall. They talk about your faith being the foundation of your leadership in secular work settings, navigating the relationship of faith and ambition with your career, how to be a great leader, and more. The crew wraps up the episode by talking about their favorite Easter candy and yes, Cynt likes peeps. Cynt Marshall is the former CEO of the Dallas Mavericks after an illustrious 36-year career at AT&T where she ended up becoming the Senior Vice President. In 2021, she was named by Forbes as one of the 15 most inspiring female leaders in the world and holds numerous awards in business, sports, and leadership. She is the author of You've Been Chosen and currently the President and CEO of Marshalling Resources. -Start here: http://www.irvingbible.org/new Want to follow us on social media? -Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irvingbible -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvingbiblechurch Have a question for us? -Email us at info@irvingbible.org.
Transcribe →Ep. 102 - Is Baptism Necessary?
Mar 500:29:08Tap to summarizeBarry, Sissy, and Isaac are back and talking about if baptism is necessary. Why should someone get baptized? What if I was baptized as an infant, should I get re-baptized? Is it required for salvation? What does the water symbolize? The crew wraps up the episode by voting on controversial food topics. Including how Sissy makes her peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. -Start here: http://www.irvingbible.org/new Want to follow us on social media? -Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irvingbible -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvingbiblechurch Have a question for us? -Email us at info@irvingbible.org.
Transcribe →Ep. 101 - Why Observing Lent is for All Christians
Feb 2600:36:01Tap to summarizeBarry, Sissy, and Isaac are back from a brief haitus and talking about the season of Lent. Why is this season for more people than just Catholics? Why do we give up things for Lent? What else happens during this season? Why is the liturgical calendar "cool?" The crew wraps up the episode by talking about which winter olympic sport they would be best at and what their most athletic accomplishment in life is. -Start here: http://www.irvingbible.org/new Want to follow us on social media? -Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irvingbible -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvingbiblechurch Have a question for us? -Email us at info@irvingbible.org.
Transcribe →Ep. 100 - What is the Difference From a Catholic and a Protestant?
Jan 2200:35:53Tap to summarizeHow is being Catholic different and similar to being Protestant? Barry, Sissy, and Isaac are back and talking about Catholics and Protestants. How are the two similar? What about the differences? How did they both originate? What about purgatory and confession? What is a misconception Protestants have about Catholics? The crew wraps up the episode by talking about their experience being in the path of totality during the solar eclipse. This episode originally aired on April 11, 2024 -Start here: http://www.irvingbible.org/new Want to follow us on social media? -Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/irvingbible -Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/irvingbiblechurch Have a question for us? -Email us at info@irvingbible.org.
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