The Rod 'n Staff Podcast
We consider topics related to the Christian life, doctrine, and discipleship, viewed through the lens of grace and truth.
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160: Retreat Recap: Connecting, Worship, and Wisdom (opens the original)
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Hosts Jason and Roger recap their church family retreat, highlighting extended fellowship that helped a commuter church deepen relationships and enjoy more relaxed, communal worship. They summarize the speaker’s main messages from Ephesians—seeking wisdom, redeeming time, and ordering priorities (God, spouse, family, vocation)—and contrast a rigid “blueprint” view of God’s will with a flexible “game plan” approach guided by scripture and wisdom. Practical takeaways include being intentional abou
159: Eat, Drink, and Be Merry: Gospel Joy from Ecclesiastes (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Rod and Staff Podcast, hosts Jason and Roger discuss Ray Ortlund's book "Eat, Drink, and Be Merry," a concise reflection on Ecclesiastes 11:9–10 that urges Christians to embrace gospel-rooted joy and wise living. They explore balancing seriousness and enjoyment, how Christ enables bold, grateful stewardship of life’s gifts, and recommend the short, accessible book for listeners seeking a gospel-informed perspective on joy in everyday life. Send us any comments at feedback@
158: Missionaries and the Local Church (opens the original)
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In this episode of the Rod and Staff Podcast, hosts Roger and Jason return from a brief break and discuss a timely article about missionaries and the role of the local church. They examine biblical examples and practical steps for identifying, training, sending, and supporting long-term missionaries. Key takeaways include being intentional about spotting and preparing candidates, not outsourcing core training to outside agencies, and staying connected through visits, named prayers, and support t
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