"We will not talk about God or religion in this classroom..."  A line heard by some in academia and others in the workplace.  What do we do with it?On this episode, we address the question, "How do we share the Gospel in restricted places?"   We are told often to not share our religious beliefs in the workplace or at school, but what does the Bible say about sharing our faith?  Do we respect the wishes of those in authority over us? Our hope is that as you listen, you grow in a knowledge of God and his Word as well as helping you to see this topic from a biblical framework.The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth. Scriptures: Luke 6:23; Matt. 5:14-16; Luke 14:27-28; Ezek. 33:1-9; 2 Tim. 4:1-5; Acts 4:1-31; Acts 5:27-33, 40-42; Eph. 6:18-20; Matt. 10:19-20; Titus 2:15.Please listen, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so that we can reach to larger audiences and share the truth of God's Word with them!Write in your own questions to be answered on the show at [email protected] or tweet at us @1717pod on Twitter.  God bless!

Is Hell an actual place, or just hyperbole?  What does Jesus say about Hell?  On this episode, we address the question, "Is Hell literal or figurative?"   This question has sparked some debate in recent years and was a youth student's question for us, so we wanted to get to the bottom of what the Scripture actually says regarding Hell, specifically whether or not it is a real place. Our hope is that as you listen, you grow in a knowledge of God and his Word as well as helping you to see this topic from a biblical framework.The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth. Scriptures: Rev. 21:8; Rev. 20:10, 13-15; 2 Pet. 2:4; Matt. 8:12; Matt. 13:49-50; Rev. 2:11; Rev. 14:11; 2 Thess. 1:9; Jude 1:7; Jude 1:13; Dan. 12:2; Isa. 66:24; Mark 9:43-48; Matt. 3:12; Matt. 10:28; Matt. 23:33; Matt. 25:30, 41, 46; Matt. 13:47-50; Luke 12:5, 47-48; 2King 16:3; 2 Chr. 33:6; Jer. 7:31; John 3:16-17.Please listen, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so that we can reach to larger audiences and share the truth of God's Word with them!Write in your own questions to be answered on the show at [email protected] or tweet at us @1717pod on Twitter.  God bless!

Where did infant baptism originate and should we be doing it? Does baptism save? Why does it even matter?On this episode, we address the question, "What is the right way to baptize?"   This question has been debated for a couple thousand years and Christians still can't agree on it.  We dig through Scripture to figure out where baptism is mentioned in the Bible, what its purpose is, and how we should be doing it. Our hope is that as you listen, you grow in a knowledge of God and his Word as well as helping you to see this topic from a biblical framework.The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth. Scriptures: Acts 7:51; Col. 2:11-12; Luke 18:15-17; Acts 16:29-33; Acts 18:8; Acts 2:38; Mark 16:16; Matt. 28:19-20; Acts 8:12; Acts 9:18; 1 Pet. 3:21.Please listen, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so that we can reach to larger audiences and share the truth of God's Word with them!Write in your own questions to be answered on the show at [email protected] or tweet at us @1717pod on Twitter.  God bless!

What happens in the tragic event that an unborn child dies?  What about a young child who doesn't have an understanding of the world?  Do we have any assurance of salvation for them?On this episode, we address the question, "Do babies go to heaven?"   This question is a tough one for many because our gut wants to say yes, but what does the Bible actually say about it?  We know that Jesus is the way, truth, and life, but if a child doesn't understand, does that still apply?  We also discuss the concept of the age of accountability and whether that concept is biblical or not.  We also touch on how this applies to those who are mentally disabled.  Many doctrines, including infant baptism, were adopted hundreds of years ago because the church has had trouble answering this exact question.  Our hope is that as you listen, you grow in a knowledge of God and his Word as well as helping you to see this topic from a biblical framework.The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth. Scriptures: Psa. 51:5; Rom. 3:23; Rom. 5:12; Jer. 1:5; Psa. 139:13-16; 2 Sam. 12:22-23; Rom. 1:20; Jam. 4:17; Rom. 7:9-11; Rom. 2:11-16; John 9:41; John 15:22; Deut. 1:39; Num. 14:38-42; Luke 2:41-42; Isa. 7:15-16; Rom. 9:11; Luke 18:15-16; Matt. 18:3; Deut. 6:6-7.Please listen, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so that we can reach to larger audiences and share the truth of God's Word with them!Write in your own questions to be answered on the show at [email protected] or tweet at us @1717pod on Twitter.  God bless!

What is the role of women in the church?  Does the Bible prescribe women pastors?  Does the Scripture about this topic apply to today, or was it just applicable for the early church?On this episode, we address the question, "Should women serve as pastors?"   This question is a dividing factor for many churches and denominations.  We've heard all sorts of arguments for why women can or can't serve as pastors, so we break down the Scriptures to see how God orchestrated the church to run and dig into the relationship between family and church functions. Our hope is that as you listen, you grow in a knowledge of God and his Word as well as helping you to see this topic from a biblical framework.The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth. Scriptures: Acts 20; Jam. 3:1; Titus 1:5-9; 1 Tim. 3:1-7; Col. 3:18-19; Eph. 5:21-33; 1 Pet. 3:1-7; 1 Tim. 2:11-14; Gen. 2:15-18; Gen. 3:6, 9-13; Gen. 1:27; Gal. 3:28.Please listen, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so that we can reach to larger audiences and share the truth of God's Word with them!Write in your own questions to be answered on the show at [email protected] or tweet at us @1717pod on Twitter.  God bless!

If God is good, why do bad things happen to this world, especially to the good people?  Suffering is one of the hardest things for many people to reconcile with an existence of God, so what do we make of this?On this episode, we address the question, "Why does God allow suffering?"   This question is a hang up for many people interested in the concept of God, but can't get past why a perfect God would allow so much wickedness and suffering in the world.  We not only address that issue, but also talk through scripturally the godly intent and merit of suffering in this world as believers. Our hope is that as you listen, you grow in a knowledge of God and his Word as well as helping you to see this topic from a biblical framework.The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth. Scriptures: Gen. 3:1-3, 14-19; Jer. 17:9; Rom. 5:12; Rom. 3:10, 23; Heb. 12:10-11; Ps. 119:71; Rom. 8:28; Gen. 50:20; 1 Sam. 5:6-7; Ps. 38:1-3; Gal. 6:7-8; Ps. 32:3-5; Ps. 119:67; Job 36:15; Is. 48:10; Rom. 5:3-5; Jam. 1:2-4; 1 Pet. 2:20-21; 1 Pet. 4:1-2; 2 Cor. 4:8-10; 2 Cor. 12:9-10; 2 Cor. 1:3-5; Phil. 1:29; John 9:1-3; 1 Pet. 4:12-13; Ps. 34:19.Please listen, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so that we can reach to larger audiences and share the truth of God's Word with them!Write in your own questions to be answered on the show at [email protected] or tweet at us @1717pod on Twitter.  God bless!

Spanking? Grounding? Time outs? Which way is the best way to discipline your children? On this episode, we address the question, "How should I discipline my children?" And that's a BIG question. Much of the ills in our culture today can be traced back to a lack of discipline in the home. The Bible isn't silent on this topic. In fact, God the Father is the perfect example for us. His loving discipline not only shapes us into disciplined Christ followers, it is also a model for us to follow. The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth.  We have a guest host on this show!  Carina Hill, Pastor Jackie's wife, fills in this week. Scriptures: Heb. 12:6-11; Ps. 119:67; Prov. 3:11-12, 13:24, 19:18, 22:6, 22:15, 23:14-15; Jon. 1:1-3, 3:1-3; Eph. 6:4. Please listen, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so that we can reach to larger audiences and share the truth of God's Word with them!Write in your own questions to be answered on the show at [email protected] or tweet at us @1717pod on Twitter.  God bless!

Hymns or Contemporary? Drums? Guitars? What way is the right way?!On this episode, we address the question, "What Style of Music Should be Used for Worship?" It wasn't too many years ago that churches around America were engaged in the "worship wars."  What's more acceptable: hymns or contemporary music?  Are drums too much?  What kind of worship style is most suitable to the Lord?  We intend to address these types of questions on this show.  Our hope is that as you listen, you grow in a knowledge of God and his Word as well as helping you to see this topic from a biblical framework.The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth.  We have a guest host on this show!  Pastor Drew Stravers, worship pastor at RBC, steps in for Pastor Derek while he is on paternity leave.   Scriptures: Eph. 5:19; Col. 3:16; Rom. 14:23; Ps. 150:3-6; John 4:23-24; Ps. 68:4; Ps. 95:1-2; Ps. 71:23; Ps. 22:22; Ps. 40:3; Ps. 33:1-4.Please listen, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so that we can reach to larger audiences and share the truth of God's Word with them!Write in your own questions to be answered on the show at [email protected] or tweet at us @1717pod on Twitter.  God bless!

Were you predestined to listen to this? Or did you choose with your own free will?On this episode, we address the question, "Does the Bible teach Calvinism?"   This theological belief is very common and was popularized by followers of John Calvin.  Most commonly known for it's 5 main tenant that spell out T.U.L.I.P.  We talk through these points and the Scriptures associated to make sense of this theological belief. Our hope is that as you listen, you grow in a knowledge of God and his Word as well as helping you to see this topic from a biblical framework.The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth. Scriptures: Eph. 2:1; 1 Cor. 2:14; Rom. 3:23; Rom. 7:18; Rom. 9:10-13; Rom. 8:29-30; Matt. 20:28; Matt. 26:28; Rom. 9:16-18; Eph. 1:11; Jam. 1:12; Gen. 3:8-10; Rom. 10:17; Isa. 7:14-16; Deut. 1:39; 1 Pet. 1:1-2; Eph. 1:13; Rom. 11:7, 23; 2 Cor. 5:14-15; Rom. 3:23-25a; Isa. 53:6; Matt. 23:37; Acts 7:51; 1 John 2:19; John 14:6; Rev. 3:20; 2 Pet. 3:9; 1Tim. 2:3-4; John 3:16; 1 John 2:2; Eph. 2:8-9; Phil. 1:6; John 10:28.Please listen, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so that we can reach to larger audiences and share the truth of God's Word with them!Write in your own questions to be answered on the show at [email protected] or tweet at us @1717pod on Twitter.  God bless!

Jesus couldn't possibly be in favor of capital punishment, right?On this episode, we address the question, "What does the Bible teach about the death penalty (capital punishment)?"   There has been much debate on whether or not the death penalty is still a moral and appropriate punishment for crime.  The Bible has plenty to say about this system.  We look into where this originated, how it was used in the Bible, and principles we can take in our world today when trying to decide if this is a fair and just system. Our hope is that as you listen, you grow in a knowledge of God and his Word as well as helping you to see this topic from a biblical framework.The 17:17 podcast is a ministry of Roseville Baptist Church (MN) that seeks to tackle cultural issues and societal questions from a biblical worldview so that listeners discover what the Bible has to say about the key issues they face on a daily basis. The 17:17 podcast seeks to teach the truth of God's Word in a way that is glorifying to God and easy to understand with the hope of furthering God's kingdom in Spirit and in Truth. Scriptures: Prov. 24:11-12; Matt. 5:38-40; Rom. 12:19; Matt. 5:7; John 8:3-11; Gen. 9:6; Exo. 21:23-25; Exo. 21:12, 15-17; Lev. 24:17; Lev. 20:10, 13, 27; Deut. 22:24; Exo. 22:19; 1 Kings 18:40; Rom. 13:1-4; 1 Pet. 2:13-14; Acts 25:10-11; Deut. 17:6; Ezek. 18:32; Ezek. 33:11; 2 Pet. 3:9.Please listen, subscribe, rate, and review the podcast so that we can reach to larger audiences and share the truth of God's Word with them!Write in your own questions to be answered on the show at [email protected] or tweet at us @1717pod on Twitter.  God bless!