Search Results on Eric Fistler

Eternal Life, Parable Of The Rich Man And Lazarus, Wealth

Chariots of Jesus and Costly Discipleship

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

In this 35-minute podcast (including outline), Robb McCoy and Eric Fistler discuss Jesus setting out to Jerusalem (Luke 9:51-62) and 1 Kings 2:1-14 (Elisha succeeds Elijah), discipleship.

2 Kings 2:1-14; Luke 9:51-62

Grace, Discipleship, Elisha, Cross

God is Not the Unjust Judge

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

Eric Fistler's sermon starter on Luke 18:1-8 interprets Jesus' parable as contrasting the unjust judge with God. "If even an unjust judge will grant justice, then how much sooner will God?"

Luke 18:1-8

Judge, Justice, Kingdom Of God, Widow

Resurrectaggedon

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy explore key themes of resurrection and steadfastness in Luke 20:27-20 and 2 Thessalonians 2:1-17, discussing their observations for effectively preaching with sensitivity and awareness on these texts. (Length: 38:24)

Luke 20:20, 27-40; 2 Thessalonians 2

Hope, Resurrection Of Jesus Christ, Steadfastness, Faithfulness

Temple, Persecution, and Idleness

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy offer commentary on Jesus' teaching about the temple and persecution (Luke 21:5-19), and Paul's warning about idleness (2 Thessalonians 3:6-13).

Luke 21:5-19; 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13

Persecution, Laziness, Sloth, Temple

Affirming Testimonies

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

In this podcast, Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy provide commentary on John the Baptist's testimony about Jesus (John 1:29-42), and Paul's explanation that God's Spirit had affirmed his testimony about Christ (1 Corinthians 1:1-9).

John 1:29-42; 1 Corinthians 1:1-9

John The Baptist, Disciple, Testimony, Holy Spirit

Boy in the Temple

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

Artwork, Discussion Questions, Sermon Preparation

This podcast by Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy on the boy Jesus in the temple (Luke 2:41-52) emphasizes the importance of remembering Jesus was Jewish and asks questions regarding Jesus' family and maturing (Length: 27:12).

Luke 2:41-52

Expectancy, Family, Jesus Christ (youth), Obedience

Resurrection

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

This podcast by Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy on the empty tomb (Luke 24:1-12) emphasizes that the women remembered Jesus' words, and that memory is a major theme throughout scripture (Length: 35:13).

Luke 24:1-12

Resurrection Of Jesus Christ, Witness, Fear, Tomb

Ascension of Christ

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

This podcast by Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy on Jesus' ascension (Acts 1:1-14) notes the disciples' growth from their "are we there yet" question to being able to wait for the Spirit to act (Length: 28:54).

Acts 1:1-14

Ascension, Holy Spirit, Jerusalem, Waiting

Peter and John Heal a Man

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

This podcast by Eric Fistler on Robb McCoy on Acts 3:1-10 observes the early church's breaking bread, study, and prayer was not to isolation from the world's suffering but to be involved and heal (Length: 31:49).

Acts 3:1-10

Healing, Community, Giving, Prayer

God’s Care for the Widow

Abraham van Dijck | Pulpitfiction

This podcast by Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy on Elijah's encounters with the widow of Zarephath (1 Kings 17:1-16, 17-24) observes her welcome and listening as an outsider contrasts Ahab and Jezebel (Length: 37:22)

1 Kings 17

Zarephath, Widow, Elijah, Ahab

Church in Corinth

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

This podcast by Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy on Paul's time in Corinth (Acts 18:1-4) notes that "Priscilla is seen as a partner and equal in ministry to Aquila and to Paul." (Length: 38:48)

Acts 18:1-4

Paul/saul, Aquila, Priscilla, Evangelism

The Road to Emmaus

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

This podcast by Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy on Luke 24:13-35 emphasizes that Jesus was revealed "not in the talking or discussing, but doing the ministry of Jesus" (Length: 39:21).

Luke 24:13-35

Emmaus, Resurrection Of Jesus Christ, Journey, Grief

One In Christ

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

This podcast by Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy on Galatians 3:1-9, 23-29 emphasizes understanding the tone and literary context of the passage as well as the themes of Abraham, the law and righteousness (Length: 39:49).

Galatians 3:1-9, 23-29

Abraham, Faith, Salvation, Law

Simeon and Anna

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

This podcast by Eric Fistler and Robby McCoy about the prophets Simeon and Anna meeting Jesus (Luke 2:22-40) observes that Anna was not only a prophet but was also the first evangelist (Length: 34:55).

Luke 2:22-40

Anna, Evangelist, Simeon (new Testament)

Nine Thomases Doubting

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

In this 40-minute podcast (including outline), Robb McCoy and Eric Fistler discuss Easter, doubting Thomas, persecution, reconciliation, and the life of Jesus from John 20:19-31, Revelation 1:4-8, and Acts 5:27-32.

John 20:19-31; Acts 5:27-32; Revelation 1:4-8

Easter, Fear, Doubt, Thomas

God Answers Hannah

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

Book Quote, Discussion Questions, Sermon Preparation

This podcast on God answering Hannah's prayer for a child (1 Samuel 1:9-11, 19-20; 2:1-10) by Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy calls to attention hopelessness and suffering in Hannah's story and our lives today (Length: 32:54).

1 Samuel 1:9-11 (+ more)

Hannah, Barren, God's Presence, Suffering

God Calls Isaiah

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

This podcast by Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy on God calling Isaiah (Isaiah 6:1-8) notes Isaiah makes both an individual and a corporate confession, and he can hear God's voice only after accepting forgiveness (Length: 37:55).

Isaiah 6:1-8

Theophany, God's Presence, Seraphim, Holiness

Fish for People

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

Book Quote, Discussion Questions, Sermon Preparation

This podcast by Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy on Luke 5:1-11 observes Peter obeyed Jesus' instructions to fish in deep water, despite the absurdity coming from one who was not an expert on fishing (Length: 35:55).

Luke 5:1-11

Fish, Calling/vocation, Fear, Repentance

Council at Jerusalem

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

This podcast by Eric Fistler and Robb McCoy on Acts 15:1-18 observes how the council in Jerusalem heard arguments on the question of Gentile circumcision "by revelation, experience/witness, and scripture." (Length: 35:54)

Acts 15:1-18