So We Speak

Resources for Personal Holiness

A few weeks ago, we talked about the importance of holiness in the church today and in the Christian life. Here are some of the most helpful tactics and resources we've used to grow in holiness, accountability, and community. 

The Decline of the Mainlines with Terry Feix

Tim Keller recently wrote an essay titled, "The Decline and Renewal of the American Church: Part 1 - The Decline of the Mainline." In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss the article and the broader decline of the mainline denominations, the parallels to today, and the ways Christians can stay faithful in a secular culture. 

Lamentations with Terry Feix

There are many passages and prophecies in the Bible about catastrophe, but the book of Lamentations is unique. In this short lament, Jeremiah cries out to God over the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem. What can we learn from his sorrow? How can we draw near to God during catastrophes, even spiritual catastrophes? 

Bonus: Resources for Teaching

Here are some of our favorite resources for teaching and preaching. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, here are some of our favorite tools we use each week. 

From Text to Teaching with Terry Feix

What process and weekly routine does Terry use to develop his Wednesday night lessons? This week, Cole and Terry talk about teaching, preparation and delivery. 

The Book of Titus with Terry Feix

The pastoral epistles present a vision of ministry in the first-century church. Paul developed and employed young pastors, sent them out for short-term missions, and then launched them into church leadership. The letter to Titus underscores the connection between doctrine and character and encourages each of us to do our part in building up the church. 

Looking Ahead: Personhood and Ethics with Terry Feix

In this second episode on looking ahead, Cole and Terry discuss the issues on the horizon for the church. What does it mean to be a human being? How has our culture distorted the notion of the self? 

Looking Ahead: Personal Holiness with Terry Feix

To mark three years of So We Speak, we're looking back and looking ahead for what God has in store. In this episode, Cole and Terry discuss the importance of personal holiness in the church and in the culture. 

Exodus Part 2 with Terry Feix

In the second half of Exodus, we get into conversations about Moses, the Law, and what God might have to teach us today through Israel's stay at Mount Sinai. If the main theme of Exodus is the presence of God, how can we apply that to our lives today?

Exodus Part 1 with Terry Feix

The way we read and understand the Exodus influences the way we read the rest of the Bible. The events in Ex. 1-18 set the stage for the law, the promised land, and the life, death, and resurrection of Christ. But there are also some difficult questions in these chapters. Who hardened Pharaoh's heart? Where is Mount Sinai? Why did God bring plagues on Egypt? We discuss each of these questions and more on this episode.