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Episode 6: Balancing Intellect and Wisdom

In this episode of 'Holy Smokes, Bro,' hosts Matt and Randy Kutz explore the interplay between faith and intellect in church leadership and life. They discuss how intellect can either enhance or undermine one's credibility when understanding and living the principles of the Bible. Through their role as pastors and educators, they emphasize the importance of developing spiritual intelligence through listening, asking questions, and spending time with God. The conversation includes reflections on how Jesus demonstrated wisdom, not through formal education but through his relationship with the Father. Drawing from scripture and their own experiences, Matt and Randy highlight that real wisdom comes from spiritual connection rather than mere academic achievement.

Ep. 5 Faith, Healing, and Perseverance: Pressing Through the Crowd

Faith, Healing, and Perseverance: Pressing Through the Crowd. In this episode of Holy Smokes, Matt and Randy, pastors at Foundation Stone Church in Northwood, Ohio, discuss the importance of faith and perseverance in seeking healing. Inspired by the Biblical story of the woman with the issue of blood, they unpack the need to engage actively and press into Jesus for healing. The conversation explores the differences between healing and miracles, the role of faith, and addresses the emotional and mental challenges faced by those waiting for their healing. They also tackle complex issues such as the sovereignty of God, mental health, and how to maintain faith even when healing is delayed. Through personal stories and scriptural insights, they encourage believers to keep pressing forward, never to quit, and to pray for the strength to sustain their faith.

Episode 4: Team Ministry (with Bo Salisbury)

In this episode of Holy Smokes, Bro! Matt and Randy talk team ministry and teamwork with their friend Bo Salisbury.

Understanding Convergence: Insights from Apostolic Team Ministries International.

SPECIALUnderstanding Convergence: Insights from Apostolic Team Ministries International. In this episode, we join Pastor Randy Kutz of Foundation Stone Christian Church in Northwood, Ohio, and his brother to discuss the concept of convergence. As executive directors of Apostolic Team Ministries International, they share insights on this theme, which is also the central focus of an upcoming conference on April 24th-26th at Foundation Stone Church. They aim to clarify what convergence means and how it will be addressed at the event.Convergence info and registration Link: Here [https://www.eventbrite.com/e/atm-convergence-conference-registration-1235273780129?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl]

Episode 3: The Fey and Spiritual Realms

Episode 3: The Fey and Spiritual Realms Welcome to Holy Smokes, Bro, the podcast where faith, leadership, and real talk collide—occasionally with a fine cigar or classic pipe in hand. In this thought-provoking episode, Matt and Randy dive deep into a conversation about spiritual realities, modern distractions, and the unseen battles Christians face in today's digital age. They take inspiration from a powerful article by Matt's son, Jonathan, titled “Portals to the Twilight Zone,” published on his Substack page [https://jonathanrkutz.substack.com/p/portals-to-the-twilight-zone], The Abbey. [https://jonathanrkutz.substack.com/p/portals-to-the-twilight-zone] What begins as a proud dad moment turns into an eye-opening discussion on how our smartphones, social media, and technological conveniences may act as “modern-day portals” to a realm that distracts, deceives, and even binds us spiritually. With rich references to folklore (like Rumpelstiltskin), theology, and scripture, this episode challenges listeners to recognize the subtle contracts we make with our digital lives—and how to fight back with spiritual awareness and truth. * The Fey Realm & Modern Portals: Drawing on folklore and Jonathan’s analogy, the guys explore how spiritual distractions have evolved—but haven’t disappeared. * Spiritual Amnesia in the Age of Enlightenment: How the Enlightenment, Nietzsche, and Darwin contributed to our cultural rejection of spiritual dimensions. * Implied Contracts with Technology: A law school insight from Jonathan on how we can spiritually bind ourselves through “implied consent” with our devices. * Gummed-Up Senses: Are our spiritual ears and eyes blocked? Has technology “dammed up” the flow from the Holy Spirit to our souls? * False vs. True Spirituality: How we must intentionally choose authentic, Christ-centered spirituality over counterfeit experiences offered by culture. * The Weaponry of Faith: What it means to fight the spiritual battle with non-carnal weapons, pulling down strongholds through repentance, truth, and the Holy Spirit. Matt's website: www.matthewkutz.com [www.matthewkutz.com] Jonathan's Substack: The Abbey [https://jonathanrkutz.substack.com/p/portals-to-the-twilight-zone]