What is the difference between apologetics and evangelism and how do they complement one another if at all? Some say apologetics is part of evangelism. Some say it is an important part of pre-evangelism. Some say it should never be connected to evangelism. If it has any value, none of it is for the unbeliever. Apologetics is only to be used to bolster the faith of the believer. Does apologetics detract from evangelism? Does it get us mired in fruitless arguments when witnessing to unbelievers? How do we sort through these things? 

Pastoral care and counsel for the suffering. How are people suffering? What would we say to them? Why do we have to suffer? Why is life so hard if God loves us and is for us? What are the spiritual dangers we face when we are being pounded by trials? How can we avoid being cliche or preachy or uncaring towards suffering of others? Listen in as the pastors discuss.

Kerrville Bible Church has nine pastors. If that is surprising or confusing, then this is the podcast for you. What do we mean by that? In what ways are our nine elders equal? In what ways are we diverse?

Today, the pastors (sans Scott) welcome a special guest, Casey Halbgewachs. Casey is a long-time friend of Toby's and is a fellow pastor near Houston. He was passing through town, so we roped him in to co-host with us.

In light of New Year and having just observing communion, the topic is biblical self-examination. What categories are of self-examination should we engage in? How is the best way to accomplish this? What are the pitfalls? How do we balance Psalm 139 (test me) with 2 Corinthians 13 (examine yourselves)?