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Captivate & Conform is a weekly podcast of Cedar Crest BFC that discusses theology, Christian living, missions, and more from a reformed, baptistic perspective. We seek to have conversations that captivate every thought and conform every affection to the beauty and lordship of Jesus Christ.
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- 3 days ago51 min
The Value of Bodily Training | Josh & Victoria Parris
While bodily training is only of “some value” (1 Tim. 4:8), Christians should not overlook it altogether. Josh and Victoria Parris, both former D1 athletes and current professional fitness coaches, help Christians navigate the vices of gym culture and slothfulness by viewing exercise as another way to honor and worship God. Much of the content discussed on this episode is inspired from A Little Theology of Exercise by David Mathis. --- If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a positive r...
- 1 weeks ago46 min
Ecclesiastes: Wisdom in a Broken World | Jules Hull
The world encourages us to withhold no pleasure from our hearts. King Solomon, the wisest and wealthiest man up to that point in human history, did just this—and found it wanting. After conducting an in-depth study of Ecclesiastes, Pastor Jules walks through the main takeaways of this fascinating and often confusing book. Pastor Jules’ Sermon - “Consider” (Eccl. 7:13-18) --- If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a positive review and share it with a friend! If you have any questions fo...
- 2 weeks ago47 min
Not One Saved Sinner Lost: Perseverance of the Saints
Maybe you’ve heard the common refrains “once saved, always saved” or “eternal security.” Although technically true, these pithy sayings can muddy the theological waters regarding one’s salvation. The doctrine of “Perseverance of the Saints” goes by many names, but it essentially means that only true believers, those united with Christ, will ultimately persevere to the end unto salvation. Previous C&C episodes on TULIP: T - Total Depravity (Part 1, Part 2)U - Unconditional ElectionL - Limi...
- 4 weeks ago1h 17m
🇺🇸 AMERICA250: A Christian Heritage | Dan Waterman (VIDEO EPISODE)
From the rigorous theological wrestling around separating from the crown to the “Indispensable Man” of George Washington who declared that the highest glory of a Patriot is the “character of Christian,” the soil that the American Experiment sprouted from is undeniably Christian. On this in-depth conversation with special guest Dan Waterman, he sets the historical record straight on the biblical justification for the American Revolution, the faith of our founders, and the Christian ideals set...
- May 25, 202648 min
“Best Of” Past 150 Episodes
In honor of Captivate and Conform’s 150th episode, we reflect on some of our favorite episodes. Degrees of Sin (Part 2), November 22, 2023 (Jess Miller)Ask Dr. Farnham, December 20, 2023 (Dr. Mark Farnham)Law-Keepers & Spirit-Walkers, March 6, 2024 (Cliff Boone)Biblical Counseling (Part 2), April 3, 2024 (Scott Allen)Karmic Christianity, May 26, 2025 (E.D. Burns)--- If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a positive review and share it with a friend! If you have any questions for the...
- May 18, 202650 min
“Bright Hope” for Tomorrow | Jen Davies & Dave Block
Bright Hope is a pregnancy support center in the Lehigh Valley that Cedar Crest partners with. Jen Davies (Interim CEO) and Dave Block (Communications and Development Manager) share the heart behind Bright Hope and current challenges the ministry faces in a pro-choice state like Pennsylvania. BABY BOTTLE CAMPAIGN Grab a bottle on Sunday mornings from one of the cribs, fill it with your donation, and return it by Father’s Day (June 21). Or give online here. Sign up to receive prayer requests. ...
- May 11, 202645 min
How to Live a Christ-Centered Life | Mark Crocco
Mark Crocco, Director of The Rephidim Project, shares what it means to live a Christ-centered life. --- If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a positive review and share it with a friend! If you have any questions for the show, email us at podcast@cedarcrest.church. Visit Captivate & Conform | cedarcrest.church/podcast Learn more about Cedar Crest Bible Fellowship Church | cedarcrest.church
- May 4, 202646 min
Takeaways From the 143rd BFC Conference | Randy Grossman
Randy Grossman, longtime BFC pastor and moderator of BFC conference, joins the show to recap the noteworthy items of the 143rd BFC Conference. Making Room on the Millennium --- If you enjoyed this episode, please leave us a positive review and share it with a friend! If you have any questions for the show, email us at podcast@cedarcrest.church. Visit Captivate & Conform | cedarcrest.church/podcast Learn more about Cedar Crest Bible Fellowship Church | cedarcrest.church
About Captivate & Conform
Captivate & Conform is a weekly podcast of Cedar Crest BFC that discusses theology, Christian living, missions, and more from a reformed, baptistic perspective. We seek to have conversations that captivate every thought and conform every affection to the beauty and lordship of Jesus Christ.
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