In this episode, Josh and Alex talk about the question, "Does God care how we worship?" They work through Ecclesiastes 5 as they "dig deeper" into the previous week's sermon at FBC Monroe City, MO.

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In this episode, we talk through Ecclesiastes 4:4-16. The Preacher exposes three temptations that we all struggle with envy, isolation, and pride. What's the cure for these? What does this look like practically? 

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https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/christian-living/the-rare-jewel-of-christian-contentment/

In this episode, Alex and Josh sit down to discuss Ecclesiastes 3:16-22. What did the Preacher see, and what did the Preacher know? Do we see and know the same? 

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In this episode, Josh and Alex talk through the issue of work! In the book of Ecclesiastes, the Preacher shows that there are limitations to our work, but there is also joy in our work. What are these limitations? What is this joy? Listen to the podcast to find out! 

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In this episode, Josh and Alex talk about the idea of wisdom in the book of Ecclesiastes. Is wisdom vanity? Are there advantages to wisdom? If so, what are they? 

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Why does it seem like there is a "disturbing lack of discernment" within church bodies today? According to Pastor John MacArthur, there are six reasons for this tragedy. In this episode, we talk through these six reasons and express our agreement or disagreement with them. 

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WE'RE BACK! After a long summer of ministry, we're able to get back on the mics! 

Today we talk about contending for the faith from the book of Jude. What does it mean? Why don't Christians generally contend for the faith? Is there a wrong way to contend for the faith? How do we regain urgency in contending for the faith? 

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In this episode, we continue looking at the question, "Why do we do that?" when it comes to our Lord's Day gathering. Today, we talk about why preaching matters. Why do we have preaching? What kind of preaching should we have? How should preaching be done? And, what is the congregation's role in the preaching of God's Word? 

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