Potluck - Settled In Heaven Podcast

How to Live Out Your Faith - Part 2 (Romans 12)

Sun, 24 May 2026 20:03:32 -0000

In this episode, we continue our study of Romans 12 by focusing on the everyday attitudes and actions that should mark the life of a believer. Paul calls Christians to love sincerely, serve others humbly, pursue peace, and respond to evil with good. Join us as we explore these practical and challenging instructions and consider what it looks like to reflect Christ in our relationships, reactions, and daily lives.

Lesson 24 from May 24, 2026

The Settled In Heaven podcast series consists of weekly episodes that are recorded in our Sunday School class at Stuart Heights Baptist Church in Hixson, TN. Please reach out if you have any questions. If you live nearby, we'd love to have you join us! Do not forget to check out our other series on other books of the Bible and topics which can be found by searching "Settled In Heaven".

Teacher: Billy

Following Jesus in a Distracted World

Sun, 17 May 2026 20:47:59 -0000

If Jesus walked into your life today and said "Follow Me", would you be ready?

In this Sunday school discussion, we explore how Jesus chose ordinary, imperfect people to build his Kingdom - and what that means for us today.

Teacher: Matt

How to Live Out Your Faith (Romans 12)

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 01:22:45 -0000

Lesson 24 from March 29, 2026

In this episode, we explore Romans 12 and what it means to live a transformed Christian life. The apostle Paul calls believers to be living sacrifices, renewed in mind and devoted to humble service and genuine love. Join us as we walk through the practical teachings of Romans 12 and consider how faith in Christ shapes everyday life.

Teacher: Billy

Keywords: Romans 12 Paul Living Sacrifice dark comedy Faith

Same God? Islam, America, and the Questions Christians Are Afraid to Ask

Sun, 22 Mar 2026 16:45:03 -0000

Do Christians and Muslims worship the same God? Is Islam just a religion or something more? And why are secular progressives and Islamists - two groups with completely opposite values - so often on the same side?

This episode covers those topics along with the origins of Islam and its agenda, the Biblical origins of the conflict with Christianity, possible connections to end time events, and how Christians should respond.

Do not forget to check out our other series on other books of the Bible and topics which can be found by searching "Settled In Heaven".

Shoutout to the Live Free Podcast and Pastor Josh Howerton for the topic inspiration.

Advent in the Bible: How God’s People Looked Forward to Christmas

Sun, 07 Dec 2025 19:14:23 -0000

In this episode, we explore Advent in the Bible and how God’s people looked forward to the birth of Jesus. From Old Testament prophecies to the anticipation of the coming Messiah, we trace the hope, expectation, and promise that point toward the first Christmas.

Lesson from Sunday December 7, 2025

Teacher: Chris Cordes

Passages in the Bible where we get Glimpses into Heaven

Sun, 19 Oct 2025 19:25:51 -0000

Passages in the Bible where we get Glimpses into Heaven- Lesson from Sunday October 19, 2025

Teacher: Billy Worley

Suffering for the Cause of Christ - Open Class Discussion

Sun, 27 Jul 2025 18:44:15 -0000

Suffering for the Cause of Christ - Open Class Discussion. Lesson from Sunday July 13, 2025

Teacher: Ryan Sullivan

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament

The Beatitudes - Open Class Discussion

Sun, 06 Jul 2025 17:37:15 -0000

The Beatitudes. Lesson from Sunday July 6, 2025

Teacher: Matthew English

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament

What the Bible says about Demons - Open Class Discussion

Sun, 29 Jun 2025 18:05:05 -0000

A Biblical understanding of what demons are, their origin, how they operate, and how believers should response in our contemporary world . Lesson from Sunday June 29, 2025

Teacher: David Seidel

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament

The Principal of Eating Meat offered to Idols - Open Class Discussion

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 18:25:55 -0000

The principal of Eating Meat that is offered to Idols and what it teaches us. Lesson from Sunday June 22, 2025

Teacher: Billy Worley

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament

Deep Dive into the Doctrine of the Church

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 18:15:48 -0000

Deep Dive into the Doctrine of the Church - Lesson from Sunday June 15, 2025

The "doctrine of the church" refers to the theological understanding and teachings about the nature, purpose, and role of the church within Christianity. It explores what the Bible says about the church, its identity, its relationship to Christ, and its functions in the world.

Teacher: Chris Cordes

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament Doctrine

Examples of Bold Honesty - Open Class Discussion

Sun, 22 Jun 2025 18:02:13 -0000

Examples of Bold Honesty

Lesson from Sunday June 8, 2025

Teacher: Chris Cordes

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament

Lying and Deception in the Bible - Open Class Discussion

Sun, 01 Jun 2025 17:58:35 -0000

Outline for this open discussion:

Examples of Deception and Lying that are not condemned
Types of Lying that are condemned (from Denver Cheddie, 2004 & 2009)
Lying to other Christians
Your examples of lies and whether the Bible condemns them

Lesson from Sunday June 1, 2025

Teacher: Billy Worley

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament

Ways the Devil Lies To Us - Open Class Discussion

Tue, 27 May 2025 01:29:37 -0000

How does the devil lie to us? What are some ways that we might be deceived? In this episode, join us for an open round table discussion about these very topics.

Lesson from Sunday May 25, 2025

Teacher: Matt English

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament

What is Biblical Truth in 2025? - Open Class Discussion

Tue, 20 May 2025 17:05:24 -0000

What is Truth? How do you define it? What is considered to be Biblical Truth in the year 2025? In this episode, join us for an open round table discussion about these very topics.

Lesson from Sunday May 18, 2025

Teacher: David Seidel

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament Truth

Walking To Bethlehem - Story of Christmas (Part 2)

Sun, 15 Dec 2024 19:10:04 -0000

Introduction: Luke 2. The Christmas story is told within the context of A new Roman Empire. “As Rome’s first Emperor, it was Augustus who led Rome’s transformation from a Republic to an Empire. . . “ (History.com). It is Agustus who became the catalyst, with his newly demanded tax that sets the wheels in motion for an even greater leader to be born in Bethlehem.

Having set this context, Let’s enjoy the Christmas story together:

The Birth of Jesus Christ (Luke 2:1 - 7)
The Shepherds and the Angels (Luke 2:8 - 21)
The Wise Men visit (Matthew 2:1 - 12)

Teacher: Chris Cordes

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament Luke Christmas

Walking To Bethlehem - Story of Christmas (Part 1)

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 12:43:54 -0000

Introduction: As an American there is so much for us to look forward to at the Christmas season. I can remember as a child waiting for the Sears & Roebuck catalog to arrive! Each year it would usually, arrive sometime after Thanksgiving. The cover would be some wonderful, Christmas photograph in that Glossy Paper that the catalog was made of. Full color and the excitement of the season would begin to build.

My brother and I would each get a Felt Tip Marker. Usually, mine was Red & his Blue. For the entire month, day after day we could lay on the floor and dream about what we wanted for Christmas. We were allowed to circle anything that we wanted for Christmas in the catalog. I probably didn’t realize it at the time, but that anticipation brought as much joy to the Christmas season as anything back then.

Another great thing about Christmas back then was my family. It must have been a less busy time in America, or at least in my little corner of America. Every year, all of my family seemed to have plenty of time to stop, gather at the grandparents houses and spend time together. I would see both sets of cousins and we would eat different foods, sleep on pallets, open gifts etc. It seemed that the world would pause for Christmas back then.

Christmas: So, we have two Sunday Mornings in which we can look forward to the Biblical account of Christmas. The birth of our Saviour! That birth is what Christmas is all about!

Agenda:

The Birth of John the Baptist Foretold
The Birth of Jesus Foretold
Mary Visits Elizabeth
The Birth of John the Baptist

Teacher: Chris Cordes

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament Thanksgiving

400 Years of Silence: The Intertestamental Period

Wed, 04 Dec 2024 02:35:11 -0000

Lesson from Sunday December 1, 2024 covering the 400 Years of Silence / Second Temple Period - the period between the Old Testament ending and New Testament Writings.

Teacher: Matthew English

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament

Thanksgiving: History, Background, and Why It Matters (Part 2)

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 19:32:36 -0000

Lesson from Sunday November 24, 2024 covering the history of Thanksgiving, the background, and why it matters to us in 2024. This is part 2 of 2 for historical perspective on Thanksgiving.

Teacher: Chris Cordes

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving: History, Background, and Why It Matters (Part 1)

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 19:25:24 -0000

Lesson from Sunday November 17, 2024 covering the history of Thanksgiving, the background, and why it matters to us in 2024. This is the first part of a 2 part episode on Thanksgiving.

Teacher: Chris Cordes

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament Thanksgiving

What Now, Christian? A Commentary Concerning the Election of Donald Trump

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 19:45:50 -0000

Lesson from Sunday November 10, 2024 covering the recent Presidential election of Donald Trump from the perspective of how Christians should and should not react.

Teacher: Chris Cordes

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament Donald Trump Election Kamala Harris President Presidential

Church Assembly in the New Testament

Sun, 03 Nov 2024 19:35:35 -0000

Lesson from Sunday November 3, 2024 covering Church Assembly in the New Testament. If we discovered we're not doing church like the New Testament says, what should we do?

Teacher: Billy Worley

Keywords: Bible Church Jesus Old Testament New Testament

The Return of Christ

Sun, 27 Oct 2024 18:22:30 -0000

Introduction: This morning I am not here to defend or debate. I am simply going to speak with you about Some scriptures and what I have chosen to believe about those scriptures. I am unashamed to tell you or anyone that I believe everything that the Bible has to say about the Lord Jesus Christ, His resurrection, His Rapture and His Return. These events are more fantastic and remarkable than anything that has ever been imagined by mankind. Yet, I choose to believe them based on the reliability of the Bible and the character of God.

Outline:

His promise to return.
His return for the Rapture of the Church.
His return at HIs Second Coming.

Conclusion: God created this earth and all that is around it. He sent his only begotten Son to offer a way of redemption for our sin. Jesus, the one who never lied and cannot lie, promised to return for His church. The Bible has withstood every attack of man and Satan. It has never been proven false. It has changed the world for time and for eternity. The Bible has hundreds of examples of prophecies fulfilled.

Jesus is coming back. You can choose to believe it or not. I pray that you do.

Teacher: Chris Cordes

Keywords: Bible Rapture Return End Times Revelation Jesus Old Testament New Testament

Book of Matthew Chapter 2 - The Visit of the Three Wise Men

Wed, 17 Jan 2024 02:09:35 -0000

Lesson from Sunday December 17, 2023

The Book of Philemon

Fri, 17 Nov 2023 00:17:07 -0000

Lesson from October 22, 2023

The Lord's Supper - 1 Corinthians 11:17-34

Mon, 30 Oct 2023 18:16:00 -0000

Episode Notes

Lesson from Sunday October 15, 2023

The Most High: The Awesome Truths Revealed By This Title For God

Sun, 29 Oct 2023 00:22:16 -0000

Episode Notes

Lesson from Sunday August 13, 2023