Videos

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Raising Antifragile Children – a talk with C.R. Wiley

C.R. Wiley had a very difficult childhood. Today, he’s a contractor, professor of philosophy, author, pastor and parent. In this episode of The Pulse Podcast with Matthew Ruttan he shares some ideas about raising antifragile children.

The Beginning is Nigh

In September 2023 I started a new teaching series on 1st and 2nd Thessalonians called “The beginning is nigh.” This video is a 3.5 minute introduce to those books and to the series as a whole.

8 Book Recommendations to Grow Your Faith

I was recently asked for book recommendations that would help grow someone’s faith. Here are 8 that I believe are accessible-yet-meaty.

Thom Rainer on the difference between church consumers and church members

It’s a new time – with challenges and opportunities. So we need to be honest about who we are in the body of Christ: consumers or members? This video from my podcast is a talk with Thom Rainer, president of Church Answers and former CEO of LifeWay, and author of “11 signs you are becoming a church consumer instead of a committed church member.”

The Gospel of John

In 2022 I taught through the Gospel of John. This video introduction provides the who, what and why of what might be the most influential document ever to be written on earth.

The Book of Hebrews

From September to December 2021 I taught through many sections in the New Testament book of Hebrews. This short video provides an introduction to the book. Who wrote it? What are the major themes? What is it’s purpose? How might we benefit from these insights today?

How can I make rest happen when I feel like I’m on a hamster wheel?

At the church I pastor, Westminster in Barrie, Canada, we sometimes have a Q & A Forum after the service. People submit questions ahead of time and I provide a response. The full question is: “One of the recent sermons on Hebrews talked about rest and how important it is, one day a week for rest. To be honest, I feel like I never get a full day, and then I feel bad about it because I know it’s in the Bible and the 10 Commandments. Can you share an idea or two about how I can make resting happen when I feel like I’m on a hamster wheel?” This was originally recorded live on December 5, 2021.

The Gospel of Luke

From January to April 2021 I taught through many sections in the Gospel of Luke on Sunday mornings at Westminster Church in Barrie. Here is a short intro video to the book.

Human Trafficking

Trafficking is the nightmare that isn’t a dream. Modern slavery still exists. Here is my interview with a local volunteer engaged in the fight.

Rain or Shine

This is a song I wrote and then recorded on my phone and played for this short video. It’s called ‘Rain or Shine’ and is a message from a dependable God to one of his struggling children.

Gather as the Wounded Saviour

Here’s a song I wrote and recorded on my phone. Well, I wrote the words and put them to the tune of Beethoven’s Ode to Joy.

Better Than Before

Here is a conversation with two pastors at the start of the COVID-19. We talk about how things could go back to being “better than before.”

The Gospel

The word “gospel” means good news and is central to an understanding of the Christian faith. Here is a short video I put together about it (sometimes used during worship services at Westminster Church).

Psalm 139

Here is a short Scripture video I put together from this poetic and powerful psalm.

Jesus said, “I Am”

Here are some of the “I Am” statements by Jesus in John’s Gospel.

Glory to God

Here are some Scripture verses (read by a young person) on the theme of God’s glory.

I know prayer is important, but it’s a constant battle. Can you give some tips?

This is my response to this question at the monthly ‘Q and A Forum’ at Westminster Church.

How To Memorize a Bible Verse

Bible memorization is a part of my own regular spiritual practice. Here are a few tips for those trying to do the same.

James

Here are some key verses from the book of James. These were from a teaching series I led in late 2020.