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Ep. 232 The Christian and Idols of the Heart In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel discuss the idols of the heart: those desires, loves, and priorities that compete with God for our devotion. They examine how Scripture exposes heart idolatry, why it is so dangerous, and how Christians must continually turn from idols to worship and obey the true and living God.

Pastoral authority is one of the most misunderstood subjects in the modern church. In this episode, Pastors Ekkie Tepsupornchai, Kofi Adu-Boahen, and Nathaniel Jolly discuss the authority Christ has given to pastors and elders, why it is both real and necessary, and how it is always exercised under the authority of God's Word. Join us as we examine what Scripture teaches about leadership, submission, accountability, and the care of Christ's church.

Ep.230 What does it mean to mortify sin? In this episode, Nathaniel Jolly and Ekkie Tepsupornchai discuss what it means to mortify sin, why every Christian must take sin seriously, and how believers are called to put sin to death by the power of the Holy Spirit. Rather than managing sin, excusing sin, or making peace with sin, the Christian is called to wage war against it while resting in the finished work of Christ. Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast

In this episode, Pastors Ekkie and Nathaniel examine the biblical doctrine of Christian liberty and what it truly means to be free in Christ. Many misunderstand liberty as permission to do whatever they desire, while others add unnecessary restrictions where Scripture is silent. We explore how Christian freedom is grounded in the gospel, governed by love, constrained by holiness, and exercised for the glory of God. Join us as we consider what Scripture teaches about conscience, personal convictions, stumbling blocks, and living wisely in a culture that often confuses liberty with license. Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast

Ep.228 Why Biblical Preaching Should Confront Christians In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel discuss why biblical preaching is meant to confront Christians with truth. They examine how Scripture defines the role of the preacher, why conviction is a necessary grace in the life of the believer, and how faithful exposition from the pulpit shapes holiness, repentance, and spiritual maturity in the church. Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast

Ep. 227 What Every Christian Should Know About Preaching and Preachers This week Ekkie and Nathaniel talk about what every Christian should know about preaching, focusing on how Scripture defines the preacher’s task. They look to the pastoral epistles and the example of Jesus to show why faithful preaching must be shaped by biblical command, not personal preference.

Ep.226 How should Christians view Piety In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel discuss how Christians should rightly understand and practice piety, distinguishing biblical godliness from externalism, performance, and man-centered spirituality. They explore what Scripture actually calls believers to pursue, why true piety flows from the gospel, and how misplaced views of piety can subtly distort Christian living. Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast

Ep.225 The Gospel at the Family Table In this episode Pastors Ekkie and Nathaniel discuss the responsibility Christians have to use gatherings as gospel opportunities. Rather than avoiding difficult conversations, indulging in conflict, or treating gatherings as spiritually neutral, they call believers to love family members faithfully by pointing them to Christ during these unique gathering opportunities throughout the year.

Ep. 224 Guarding the Mind: When Speculation Distracts the Faithful In this episode, Ekkie and I discuss the growing tendency among Christians to become distracted by online drama, speculative controversies, and unprovable claims. Without diving into the details of current disputes or conspiracy theories, we focus on the biblical call to sobriety of mind, discernment, and staying anchored to the work Christ has clearly given His church.

Ep.223 Why Christians Must Be Thankful — God’s Will for Gratitude In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel examine why Scripture commands Christians to be thankful and how gratitude is the will of God for every believer (1 Thes 5.18). They unpack the biblical foundations of thanksgiving, confront the sin of ingratitude, and call believers to live lives marked by obedient, God-honoring gratitude — not emotion-driven thankfulness, but worship rooted in truth.

Ep.222 Faith Unshaken: Christ Remains When Leaders Fail When a well-known pastor or teacher falls into sin, many Christians feel shaken or disoriented. But our faith was never meant to rest on men. In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel look at why our trust must remain in Christ alone , how to respond biblically when leaders fail, and what Scripture means when it warns us to “take heed lest we fall.” Rather than reacting with arrogance, cynicism, or silence, we’ll explore how a leader’s fall should lead us to humility, vigilance, and deeper dependence on Christ . This conversation will help believers process ministry scandals in a way that strengthens and not weakens their faith.

In this Pt.2 episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel examine Turning Point USA Faith and the claims of a present-day “revival.” They discuss the growing trend of ecumenism and the dangers of misjudging a movement by confusing political momentum or emotional fervor with genuine Gospel revival. The conversation points believers back to biblical discernment, reminding the church that true revival is marked not by cultural influence but by faithfulness to Christ and His Word. Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast

In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel examine Turning Point USA and the claims of a present-day “revival.” They discuss the growing trend of ecumenism and the dangers of misjudging a movement by confusing political momentum or emotional fervor with genuine Gospel revival. The conversation points believers back to biblical discernment, reminding the church that true revival is marked not by cultural influence but by faithfulness to Christ and His Word. Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast

In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel discuss the recent debates over what to do if your pastor didn't mention Charlie Kirk on Sunday Morning. Many people are confused and torn between voices on the internet, but what should you do, and how should you process this question? Find out in this episode. Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast

In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel discuss the difference between worldly compassion/empathy and Biblical Compassion. ____________________ Would you consider supporting our ministry at just $1 a month? Copy and Paste the URL: https://buy.stripe.com/5kQfZh7Zu9329JJel27IY00 Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast This podcast is a theologically driven, gospel-centered program serving the body of Christ by bringing biblical truth boldly, candidly, and unapologetically to bear on various doctrines as well as current issues relevant to Christian life today.

In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel discuss how to deal with Anxiety and Worry from a Biblical perspective. ----------------------------------------------------------- Would you consider supporting our ministry at just $1 a month? Copy and Paste the URL: https://buy.stripe.com/5kQfZh7Zu9329JJel27IY00 Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast This podcast is a theologically driven, gospel-centered program serving the body of Christ by bringing biblical truth boldly, candidly, and unapologetically to bear on various doctrines as well as current issues relevant to Christian life today.

In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel discuss the need for charitable disagreements in Eschatology and the issue of Antisemitism. ---------------------------------------------------------- Would you consider supporting our ministry at just $1 a month? Copy and Paste the URL: https://buy.stripe.com/5kQfZh7Zu9329JJel27IY00 Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast This podcast is a theologically driven, gospel-centered program serving the body of Christ by bringing biblical truth boldly, candidly, and unapologetically to bear on various doctrines as well as current issues relevant to Christian life today.

In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel discuss why every believer should love the local church and gathering with the saints on the Lord's day. ------------------------------------------------------------ Would you consider supporting our ministry at just $1 a month? Copy and Paste the URL: https://buy.stripe.com/5kQfZh7Zu9329JJel27IY00 Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast This podcast is a theologically driven, gospel-centered program serving the body of Christ by bringing biblical truth boldly, candidly, and unapologetically to bear on various doctrines as well as current issues relevant to Christian life today.

In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel discuss the lessons learned from the life and ministry of John MacArthur. ___________________________________________ Would you consider supporting our ministry at just $1 a month? Copy and Paste the URL: https://buy.stripe.com/5kQfZh7Zu9329JJel27IY00 Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast This podcast is a theologically driven, gospel-centered program serving the body of Christ by bringing biblical truth boldly, candidly, and unapologetically to bear on various doctrines as well as current issues relevant to Christian life today.

In this episode, Ekkie and Nathaniel discuss the need for every believer to practice and develop hospitality within the local church and how you are serving Christ as you serve one another. ----------------------------------------------------------- Would you consider supporting our ministry at just $1 a month? Copy and Paste the URL: https://buy.stripe.com/5kQfZh7Zu9329JJel27IY00 Email us at:truthbeknownpodcast@gmail.com YouTubehandle: @truthbeknownpodcast This podcast is a theologically driven, gospel-centered program serving the body of Christ by bringing biblical truth boldly, candidly, and unapologetically to bear on various doctrines as well as current issues relevant to Christian life today.