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We consider topics related to the Christian life, doctrine, and discipleship, viewed through the lens of grace and truth. Hosts: Jason Matossian and Roger Bayramian
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Feb 17, 2025
Feb 17, 2025
32 min
Welcome to this episode of the Rod and Staff podcast, where your hosts, Roger and Jason, engage in a lively discussion about legalism and true obedience in the Christian faith. With humor and insightful dialogue, they contrast external adherence to the law with heartfelt adherence to God's commandments, fueled by gratitude and love rather than fear.
As they navigate through definitions and real-life examples, they explore how legalism distorts theological understanding and warps the believer's relationship with God. In contrast, they highlight how true obedience stems from a heart transformed by grace, emphasizing how the gospel’s good news should lead to a life of grateful obedience.
Join them as they unravel the complexities of legalism versus authentic Christian living, encouraging listeners to understand the biblical motivation for obedience and offering practical insights on living a grace-fueled Christian life. Whether you're struggling with feelings of guilt or simply want to deepen your understanding of doctrine, this episode promises enlightening perspectives on faith and practical spirituality.

Feb 3, 2025
Feb 3, 2025
33 min
Welcome to the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they continue in the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689 on the topic of Christ the Mediator. In this episode, they cover Chapter 8, paragraph 5 and 6 of the confession.

Jan 20, 2025
Jan 20, 2025
34 min
The Rod and Staff podcast returns with hosts Roger and Jason, embarking on a new year of thought-provoking discussions centered around Christ and His church. In this first episode of 2025, they dive into the complex emotions and spiritual reflections prompted by the recent California fires. They emphasize the importance of grieving losses while clinging to the eternal hope found in Christ.

Dec 23, 2024
Dec 23, 2024
32 min
Welcome to the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they continue in the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689 on the topic of Christ the Mediator. In this episode, they cover Chapter 8, paragraph 4 and 5 of the confession.

Dec 9, 2024
Dec 9, 2024
33 min
Welcome to the Rod and Staff podcast, hosted by Roger and Jason. In this episode, we dive into the complex world of biblical application, questioning how we apply scripture to our lives and the potential pitfalls involved. Explore the difference between understanding the Bible's message and creating rigid applications that could lead to judgmental attitudes and legalism.

Nov 18, 2024
Nov 18, 2024
35 min
Welcome to another episode of the Rod and Staff podcast, where hosts Roger and Jason dive into a unique format they call "quick-fire questions." In this episode, the hosts spontaneously ask each other thought-provoking questions without any preparation, leading to candid and engaging discussions.

Nov 4, 2024
Nov 4, 2024
31 min
Welcome to the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they continue in the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689 on the topic of Christ the Mediator. In this episode, they cover Chapter 8, paragraph 3 of the confession.

Oct 21, 2024
Oct 21, 2024
32 min
Welcome to the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they continue in the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689 on the topic of Christ the Mediator. In this episode, they cover Chapter 8, paragraph 2 of the confession.

Oct 7, 2024
Oct 7, 2024
34 min
In this episode of the Rod and Staff podcast, hosts Jason and Roger delve into the intriguing and current topic of the celebrity pastor culture within the evangelical world. They explore the rise of this phenomenon, particularly in the American and Western evangelical context, and its impact on both doctrine and life.

Sep 2, 2024
Sep 2, 2024
29 min
Welcome to the Rod and Staff Podcast! Join hosts Roger and Jason as they embark on a new season, diving deep into the confession focusing on our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Jason and Roger began a discussion on chapter 8 of the Second London Baptist Confession of 1689.
