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The Christ-Centered & Clear Podcast focuses primarily on how to interpret the Scriptures in light of Christ. Each episode of the podcast walks through familiar and obscure passages and highlights how they point the listener to Christ, as well as what they mean for the listener’s life in Christ. The Christ-Centered & Clear Podcast aids both pastors in how to preach the scriptures in a gospel-centered way and everyday Christians on how to read and apply the Old Testament to their lives. For more Christ-centered resources and information, visit christcenteredandclear.com
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Our Conversation with Dr. Sam Emadi, Pt. 4
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In today's conclusion to Nate and Jon's discussion with Dr. Sam Emadi, the Senior Pastor of Hunsinger Lane Baptist Church, the guys focus on the application portion of preaching a Christ-centered sermon. They discuss how to connect the text to the listeners' lives and the importance of specific applications.
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Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Our Conversation with Dr. Sam Emadi, Pt. 3
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
This is the third part of Nate and Jon's discussion with Dr. Sam Emadi, the Senior Pastor of Hunsinger Lane Baptist Church. Today's conversation emphasizes the need for deep engagement with the text and the interconnectedness of Christology and ecclesiology. Sam and Jon share practical sermon preparation techniques and the necessity of feeding one's own soul to effectively minister to others.
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Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Our Conversation with Dr. Sam Emadi, Pt. 2
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
In this episode, Nate and Jon continue their discussion with Dr. Sam Emadi, the Senior Pastor of Hunsinger Lane Baptist Church. They explore both Sam and Jon's journey into Christ-centered preaching, some of the objections to it and the importance of putting in the hard work to be a Christ-centered expository preacher.
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Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Our Conversation with Dr. Sam Emadi, Pt. 1
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
Thursday Aug 07, 2025
This week, Nate and Jon begin a multi-episode discussion about Christ-centered preaching with Dr. Sam Emadi, the Senior Pastor of Hunsinger Lane Baptist Church. In the first episode, we get to know a little about Sam and learn about his conversion and upbringing in the church. He and Jon also discuss their paths to Christ-centered preahing.
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Thursday Jul 31, 2025
Covenant and Communion (Exodus 24), Exodus, Episode 21
Thursday Jul 31, 2025
Thursday Jul 31, 2025
This week, Nate and Jon take us through Exodus 24, discussing the ratification of the covenant between Israel and God. Discover the significance of Moses' role, the symbolism of blood sacrifices, and how these ancient rituals point to Christ.
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Thursday Jul 24, 2025
Christus Victor (Exodus 23), Exodus, Episode 20
Thursday Jul 24, 2025
Thursday Jul 24, 2025
Join hosts Nate Akin, Jon Akin, and Nick Moore as they delve into the latter part of Exodus 23. This episode unpacks the promises and warnings given to the Israelites, the significance of the angel of the Lord, and how these ancient texts connect to Christ and modern-day applications.
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Thursday Jul 17, 2025
The Law, pt. 2 (Exodus 20-23), Exodus, Episode 19
Thursday Jul 17, 2025
Thursday Jul 17, 2025
In the conclusion of this two-part episode, episode, Nate, Jon and Nick Moore, delve into the Law, exploring its structure, context, and implications for both ancient Israel and modern society. They discuss the significance of the Ten Commandments, the nature of slavery in ancient Israel, and the concept of social justice as presented in the Bible. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding these laws in light of the New Testament teachings and their application in contemporary contexts, particularly regarding vulnerable populations and ethical issues.
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Thursday Jul 10, 2025
The Law, pt. 1 (Exodus 20-23), Exodus, Episode 18
Thursday Jul 10, 2025
Thursday Jul 10, 2025
In this first part of a two-part episode, episode, Nate, Jon and Nick Moore, delve into the Law, exploring its structure, context, and implications for both ancient Israel and modern society. They discuss the significance of the Ten Commandments, the nature of slavery in ancient Israel, and the concept of social justice as presented in the Bible. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding these laws in light of the New Testament teachings and their application in contemporary contexts, particularly regarding vulnerable populations and ethical issues.
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Thursday Jul 03, 2025
From the Archives: Episode 25 - Heroes of the Scriptures - Moses
Thursday Jul 03, 2025
Thursday Jul 03, 2025
With Nate and Jon off for one more week, we have re-posted an episode of the CC&C podcast that was originally recorded in 2021. Listen to this episode discussing the life of Moses as we prepare to pick up our study of Exodus with a new episode next week.
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Thursday Jun 26, 2025
Thursday Jun 26, 2025
With Nate and Jon traveling this week, we have taken the opportunity to re-post the 3rd episode of the CC&C podcast, originally recorded in 2020. We hope that you enjoy this trip back to the origins of the podcast as Nate and Jon discuss objections to Christ-centered preaching.
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