Sound in Faith

Stump Pastor Mike: A Very Hairy Episode

In this lighthearted episode of the Sound in Faith Podcast I try to stump pastor Mike during the live recording. I hit him cold with a somewhat unusual and seemingly insignificant subject and he shares what the Bible has to say about it. While we have some fun, we also see how good principals of biblical interpretation are important even in everyday matters.

Aging: Remaining Faithful as we Fade

We live in a culture where aging is not viewed favorably. Almost everyone seems to be fighting against it. On today's podcast we'll look at what the Bible has to say about aging, how, even though it is something we experience because of the fall, God still uses it for our good and his glory.

Building a Christ-Centered Marriage

This episode looks at why marriage matters so much—and why a Christ-centered marriage matters even more. Whether you’re engaged, newly married, or have been married for decades, we talk about how marriage is meant to reflect the gospel itself: Christ’s loving, sacrificial commitment to His church. Because of that, it’s no surprise that marriages face pressure, conflict, and discouragement when Christ isn’t at the center. Drawing from passages like Ephesians 5, we discuss what a Christ-centered marriage actually looks like, some common ways marriages drift off course, and a few simple, everyday practices that help keep Jesus at the center. We also offer encouragement for couples at every stage—from those just starting out to those in seasons of real struggle—pointing to the hope and grace Christ provides for every marriage.

Gossip & Slander: When Words Destroy

Gossip and slander are everywhere in our culture, but they are not sins Christians are immune to, which is why this is a topic worth addressing. Scripture speaks plainly about the destructive power of our words, and the Bible consistently condemns both gossip and slander as serious sins of the tongue. In this episode, we’ll consider what Scripture reveals about the root and effects of these sins, how Christians can guard their hearts and words, and how we should respond when gossip or slander comes our way. We’ll also look at how Faith Baptist seeks to protect unity through our Communication Covenant and offer practical wisdom for distinguishing sinful speech from the loving sharing of genuine concerns—so that our words might build up rather than tear down.

Life Matters: The Ministry of the Alpha Center (with Grace Bennett)

This week we welcome one of Faith Baptist's own, Grace Bennett. She grew up at Faith and now works at the Alpha Center in Sioux Falls, a faith-based non-profit organization that provides a wide range of services to women and men involved in an unexpected pregnancy. Grace shares about her work and ways the Alpha Center provides positive alternatives with practical support to men and women. Alpha Center Contact Information: alphacenter.org [https://alphacenter.org] 3405 S. Kiwanis Avenue, Sioux Falls, SD 57105 (605) 361-3500