Pastor Plek's Podcast Episodes

March 13, 2024

Motherhood, Mistakes, and the Middle Ground of Modern Conservatism

286: Pastor Plek and Adrienne are joined by Hayley Hengst on the podcast for a deep episode about the trials of parenting. Together they take a hard look at the balance between keeping their children safe and smothering their...

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Feb. 28, 2024

Faithful Parenting and Ancient Feasts

285: Leah Brown joins Pastor Plek and his wife Adrienne on the podcast this week to talk all things family and how ancient Jewish feasts outlined in Exodus can inform how we interact even in modern times. They also get …

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Feb. 28, 2024

Joey Kelly's Journey of Faith, Transformation, and the CG Victory Cam…

284: On this special episode of Pastor Plek's Podcast, Pastor Plek is joined by his wife Adrienne and special guest Joey Kelly from CG Victory. Tune in to hear more about Joey's story and struggle with his faith from bodily …

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Feb. 22, 2024

The Art of Authority and the Heart of Relationships

283: Pastor Plek is joined by his wife, Adrienne, and friend Machine Gun Nick this week to recap Sunday's sermon. They share candid stories that merge the serious with the lighthearted, offering a unique perspective on leader...

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Feb. 21, 2024

Fostering Faith and Community with Pastor James Foster

281: Pastor Plek interviews James Foster, lead pastor of Taylor Bible Church on this special podcast episode this week. Together they discuss the reality of church planting and the struggles and hows that come with it. This e...

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Feb. 19, 2024

Hope and Healing in a Fractured World

282: Pastor Plek is joined this week by Machine Gun Nick and Adrienne Plekenpol to recap last Sunday's sermon. They tackle tough subjects about the complexities of leadership and serving the marginalized. Together they grappl...

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Feb. 12, 2024

Sacred Laws, Human Dignity, and the Battle Against Darkness

280: Pastor James Foster joins Pastor Plek on the podcast this week to recap Sunday's Sermon on Exodus 22:16-20. Together they probe the depths of historical and cultural context, unraveling the intricacies of legislative law...

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Feb. 7, 2024

Reformed Theology and the Web of Salvation

276: Machine Gun Nick joins Pastor Plek on the podcast today for a lively discussion exploring the intricate dance between choosing to follow Christ and recognizing that it is, perhaps, God who orchestrates our steps toward ...

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Feb. 1, 2024

The Delicate Balance of Justice and Forgiveness

On this episode, Pastor Plek, Machine Gun Nick, cand Catie Sas navigate the legislative wisdom of Exodus, dissecting a pyramid of principles from human dignity to the handling of wickedness. This isn't just a history lesson;...

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Jan. 31, 2024

A Biblical Counseling Approach to Mental Wellness with Michael McGinn…

274: Pastor Plek and Machine Gun Nick are joined by WBCC Counselor Michael McGinnis on the podcast to illuminate the healing journey from a biblical counseling perspective. Machine Gun Nick opens up about his own struggles, f...

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Jan. 26, 2024

Navigating the Front Lines of Pro-Life Advocacy with Corey Tabor and …

278: Pastor Plek and Leah Brown are joined by Corey Tabor on this special episode of Pastor Plek's Podcast. Corey is a UT alumnus turned church planter and Pro-Life advocate. His unexpected journey from the UT campus to the f...

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Jan. 25, 2024

Reflections on Grace, Accountability, and Reconciliation

277: Catie Sas and Pastor Plek are on the podcast to recap Sunday's sermon on Exodus. They discuss the intricate fabric of community responsibility and how to navigate teaching children the balance of grace and accountabili...

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Jan. 24, 2024

The Resilience of Faith in the Face of Loss, Part 2

273: Leah Brown returns to the podcast this week to continue the conversation about her brother's recent passing and the impact that has had on her own faith as well as her family's. Faith, culture, and everything in between....

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Jan. 23, 2024

The Resilience of Faith in the Face of Loss

271: Leah Brown joins Pastor Plek on the podcast this week for a special 2-part episode as Leah recounts her brother Andrew's unexpected departure from this world. Their discussion serves as a testament to the resilience of ...

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Jan. 18, 2024

Navigating Ancient Texts in Modern Times

275: Pastor Plek and Catie Sas are on the podcast today to discuss the complexities of Old Testament slavery laws and their relevance today. They also explore the connections between parenting and biblical narratives while al...

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Jan. 16, 2024

Faith Meets Modernity: The Catholic Church's Stance on Same-Sex Marri…

270: Pastor Plek and Catie Sas are joined by Pastor Mo this week to talk about the Catholic Church's bold new direction of blessing same-sex unions. Tune in to hear more as they navigate the historical significance of blessi...

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Jan. 12, 2024

Faith, Family, and Football

Pastor Plek, Cody Sparks, and Machine Gun Nick take over the podcast mics this week to talk about Sunday's sermon over parenting and the Ten Commandments. They also couldn't help but bring up Michigan's recent victory over Wa...

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Jan. 5, 2024

Exploring the Ten Commandments

269: Pastor Plek and Catie Sas are back after a short holiday break to recap Sam Teifke's sermon on the first half of the Ten Commandments. Tune in to hear more as Pastor Plek and catie explore the significance of …

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Dec. 27, 2023

Living Above Reproach

267: Pastor Plek, Tony Nelson, and Nicole Troup talk about what it means to live above reproach and how to carry that out actively in your life. Faith, Culture, and Everything in Between. Scripture References: 1 Peter 3:16, A...

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Dec. 21, 2023

Exploring Control, Leadership, and Faith

268: Pastor Plek, Catie Sas, and Machine Gun Nick are back on the podcast this week to recap Sunday's sermon and discuss everything from hair care routines to leadership challenges to original sin. Faith, Culture, and everyth...

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Dec. 20, 2023

Lust, Masturbation, and Sexual Boundaries

265: Pastor Plek, Tony Nelson, and Nicole Troup address some common questions related to masterbation and sexual boundaries inside and outside of marriage. Faith, Culture, and Everything in Between. Scripture References: Matt...

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Dec. 14, 2023

Take a Deep Dive into Biblical History and Spirituality

266: Catie Sas is back on the podcast with Pastor Plek this week to recap Sunday's sermon and share some lessons she learned on a recent ski trip to Colorado. Faith, Culture, and Everything in Between. Got questions? Text us …

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Dec. 13, 2023

Canary in the Coalmine

264: Pastor Plek is joined by Eric Creekmore, Director of Church Planting at Hill Country Bible Church. Eric is also a former Marine Corps fighter pilot and has been involved in leading several churches in his time as a pasto...

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Dec. 6, 2023

Heroes and Villains

263: Tony Nelson joins Pastor Plek and Nicole Troup on the podcast this week to recap Sunday's Sermon on Matthew 1. They talk about Joseph's difficult decision to mary Mary after finding out she's pregnant and his choice to s...

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