On the Table

Long before Moses came down the mountain with the law, God had already promised a better covenant – one rooted in faith, not rules. In this episode of On the Table, the crew unpacks the timeline and purpose of the law, and how it was never meant to make anyone righteous. From the shame-inducing pressure of vague obedience to the subtle grip of legalism in today’s Christian culture, we challenge the false comfort of self-righteousne...

Why did God give us free will? If He’s all-powerful and all-knowing, is the future already set in stone? In this episode, the team wrestles with some of the biggest questions: God’s sovereignty versus man’s will, the purpose of free will, and whether predestination leaves any room for choice. We ask if sin was created by God – or simply allowed – and explore the idea that a real relationship with God had to involve the possibility ...

What are your God-given sub-missions? The word submission has carried some serious baggage in Christian culture – often weaponized against women and misused in marriages. But what if Biblical submission has nothing to do with hierarchy and everything to do with love? In this episode of On the Table, the team unpacks the real meaning of submission through the lens of Jesus, who didn’t dominate, but served. We revisit the Garden, cha...

Is your faith life just one big cosmic to-do list? In this episode of On the Table, the crew tackles the age-old tension between law and Spirit – Old Testament rules vs. New Testament relationship. We’re talking about moving beyond the “don’t steal your neighbor’s stuff” kind of goodness and into something deeper: being free in the Spirit and actually loving people. Jesus came to make freedom of living and loving in the Spirit the ...

Have you ever poured your heart out in prayer and felt like heaven was silent? In this episode of On the Table, the team wrestles with the tension between faith and prayer. What does it mean to truly have faith? Is it fair to say unanswered prayers are the result of “not enough faith”? And does God still perform miracles today? Laurel shares her personal testimony of being healed from scoliosis, sparking a deeper discussion: How do...

If you grew up in the 90's and early 2000's you may have heard about Purity Culture. This fad of doctrine emphasized setting rules and boundaries for yourself to keep yourself from having sex, being a temptation to others, and becoming pregnant out of wedlock. While those who conceived this Christian cultural dogma were well-intentioned, the ideas of strict legalistic adherence to the given rules created a group of confus...

Earth has many characteristics that make it unique to support life. From its slight tilt to the properties of water and its location in the solar system to the moon's importance, the earth was created specifically for plants, animals, and humans to have and enjoy life. We are not scientists, but we sure appreciate the scientific evidence of God's creation. Have you been wondering about the laws of thermodynamics, the fund...

In this episode of On the Table, the group asks many questions about the human spirit and soul. Are our souls and spirits eternal? Is your spirit from God? What happens to the spirit and soul if people don't believe in Jesus as their Savior? Is Annihilation Theory biblical? Join this lively, honest, and occasionally wild discussion where no question is too big and no answer is guaranteed. We are  not experts, but we come armed...

Whether it was playing in sports or band as a kid, or being a pastor or programmer as an adult, Phillip has worn many hats. But his love for Jesus and his desire to encourage the discouraged have always defined who he is, no matter what hat he wears. In this episode of On the Table, Phillip shares his story with you. Let his journey inspire you to live life unencumbered by the bonds of legalism, to dig into the Bible and discover t...

This episode of On the Table tackles a concept that many people haven't heard much about: Our two natures in Christ. The biblical truth, that in Christ we are both flesh and spirit, offers believers the answer to the common question, "If I am saved, why do I still sin?" This week, the On the Table crew offers the biblical support for this concept and discusses what this revelation has meant for them in their lives. T...

Welcome to the all-new Season 2! The On the Table crew begin their second season with an interesting discussion about humanity’s connection to the spiritual realm. Most people on the planet believe in the spiritual realm and connect to God or the demonic world through meditation, occultic, or religious activities. The team spends some time talking about the difference between our soul, spirit, and body, attempts to define what each...

In this episode, Laurel shares her journey of discovering God's grace. Her childhood abuse created a wounded perfectionist, but God's love and grace allowed her to realize her identity in Him. Now she is healed from that trauma and her mission is to share God's grace with others. Her relationship with her husband and best friend of over 40 years is a testament to how God's grace can bless a marriage and family. ...

Though she started out as a young believer who was burdened by legalism, people-pleasing, under valuing herself, and not really knowing her true identity, as an adult Taylor has claimed her inheritance through understanding and receiving God’s grace. Join this week as the On the Table team introduces you to Taylor. You won’t want to miss this episode filled with honest conversation, some laughs, and even some tears as Taylor shares...

Ok, so he isn’t literally put On the Table, but this week the group would like to introduce you to one of its members: Michael. Michael is a man who loves to dig in and learn about a variety of topics that impact his relationship and understanding of Jesus. You might relate to him as he has been through some pretty tough things in life, but his contagious curiosity and love for God makes you want to hear his perspective and get to ...

How do you define the term “religious”?  Is everything you do spiritual all the time? What is the difference between spiritual and religious? In Christ, you are born into God’s spiritual realm, or His spiritual kingdom, so, how and when do we connect with the spiritual realm? Is that connection always godly? In what ways have the team members connected to the Spirit? Discover the answers to these questions and more in this episode ...

This week the team puts the Old Testament On the Table for discussion. From prophecies to Christophanies, Genesis to Revelation, the entire Bible is all about Jesus. But what about the Old Testament, specifically? What are we to make of it as New Testament believers?  Listen in as the gang talks about topics such as free choice, the Law and the breaking of it, shame, and Adam and Eve’s failure in the garden. Discover how the Old Co...

Jesus promised to send the Holy Spirit to us after He left to go back to the Father, and He said it would be better for us if He did so. How can this be? Who is the Holy Spirit and how is He our helper? What does it mean to be born again? Why do many churches avoid talking about the Holy Spirit? This week the On the Table squad answers these questions and more as they explore who the Holy Spirit is and how He works in our lives as ...

Do you find yourself striving to make God happy through what you do? Do you get grace for your salvation, but you are not sure how grace applies to your everyday life? The On the Table gang talks about how focusing on works is competing with God’s righteousness. Rather than competing with grace, live in the freedom that His grace allows you. Rest in knowing that God loves you and is happy with you simply because you are His child. ...