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We consider topics related to the Christian life, doctrine, and discipleship, viewed through the lens of grace and truth. Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
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The Rod and Staff podcast returns with hosts Roger and Jason, embarking on a new year of thought-provoking discussions centered around Christ and His church. In this first episode of 2025, they dive into the complex emotions and spiritual reflections prompted by the recent California fires. They emphasize the importance of grieving losses while clinging to the eternal hope found in Christ.
Monday Dec 23, 2024
Monday Dec 23, 2024
Welcome to the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they continue in the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689 on the topic of Christ the Mediator. In this episode, they cover Chapter 8, paragraph 4 and 5 of the confession.
Monday Dec 09, 2024
Monday Dec 09, 2024
Welcome to the Rod and Staff podcast, hosted by Roger and Jason. In this episode, we dive into the complex world of biblical application, questioning how we apply scripture to our lives and the potential pitfalls involved. Explore the difference between understanding the Bible's message and creating rigid applications that could lead to judgmental attitudes and legalism.
Monday Nov 18, 2024
Monday Nov 18, 2024
Welcome to another episode of the Rod and Staff podcast, where hosts Roger and Jason dive into a unique format they call "quick-fire questions." In this episode, the hosts spontaneously ask each other thought-provoking questions without any preparation, leading to candid and engaging discussions.
Monday Nov 04, 2024
Monday Nov 04, 2024
Welcome to the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they continue in the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689 on the topic of Christ the Mediator. In this episode, they cover Chapter 8, paragraph 3 of the confession.
Monday Oct 21, 2024
Monday Oct 21, 2024
Welcome to the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they continue in the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689 on the topic of Christ the Mediator. In this episode, they cover Chapter 8, paragraph 2 of the confession.
Monday Oct 07, 2024
Monday Oct 07, 2024
In this episode of the Rod and Staff podcast, hosts Jason and Roger delve into the intriguing and current topic of the celebrity pastor culture within the evangelical world. They explore the rise of this phenomenon, particularly in the American and Western evangelical context, and its impact on both doctrine and life.
Monday Sep 02, 2024
Monday Sep 02, 2024
Welcome to the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they embark on a new season, diving deep into the confession focusing on our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Jason and Roger began a discussion on chapter 8 of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689.
Monday Aug 19, 2024
Monday Aug 19, 2024
Welcome to the latest episode of the Rod and Staff podcast, where hosts Jason and Roger kick off a new season with excitement and renewed vigor. After an unannounced summer hiatus, they reconnect and share personal highlights from their vacations, including trips to Alaska and Hawaii, as well as Jason's thrilling experience at the Paris Olympics.
The episode dives into the enriching books they've read over the break, discussing titles like "The Pastor as Leader" by John Curry and Sinclair Ferguson, and "The Future of Everything" by William Beckestein. Roger shares insights from "How to Inhabit Time" by James Smith and "The Anxious Generation" by Jonathan Haidt, bringing fresh perspectives on time management and the impact of social media on today's youth.
Looking forward, Jason and Roger outline exciting plans for the podcast, including continuing their exploration of the confession, diving into biblical counseling topics, and featuring interviews and discussions on prayer.
Join them as they embark on this new season, aiming to deepen engagement with doctrine, scripture, and the Christian life. Don't miss out on this episode filled with personal reflections, insightful book reviews, and a sneak peek into what's to come!
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Monday Jul 15, 2024
Welcome to another engaging episode of the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they delve into a fascinating topic inspired by one of our listeners' questions. We're excited to explore the concept of godly grief from a gospel perspective, focusing on a passage from 2 Corinthians 7.