Kitchen Table Theology
Where Coffee, Conversation, and Theology Meet. During my 40 years in ministry, I’ve developed an increasing burden for what I sense to be an increase in biblical illiteracy, not only among those in our churches, but also in the young men and women entering the ministry. Conversely, I am hopeful, because I also sense a hunger from people to learn and know biblical truth and the things of God has revealed to us in Scripture. Our Kitchen Table Theology team has developed a list of over 150 doctrinal topics which I, along with one of my cohosts, Jen Denton or Tiffany Coker, examine weekly. Our goal is to educate and share biblical truth on the same level as if we were sitting at your kitchen table with a Bible and a pot of southern pecan coffee in front of us. Welcome to the table!
Episodes
281 episodes
281 Christians and Government: Why Civil Authority Matters
What does it mean to live faithfully under earthly authority while belonging first to the kingdom of God? For many Christians, government can feel confusing, frustrating, or deeply divisive, yet Scripture speaks clearly about the believer’s res...
280 The Vinedresser: Why God Prunes the Branches He Loves
What does it mean for God to prune the people He loves, and how do you respond when spiritual growth feels uncomfortable? In John 15, Jesus describes the Father as the vinedresser, actively tending the branches so they can bear more fruit, but ...
279 Happy Easter! We'll Be Back Next Week
Jesus is Risen! Happy Easter, Kitchen Table Theology, family. We're taking a break for Easter Sunday to reflect, celebrate and spend time at church with our family.If you don't have a church home, we invite you to join us...
278 Branch Life: Staying in Touch and Stepping in Line
How do you stay close to Jesus when life feels full, distracted, and fast-moving? Abiding in Christ can sound simple, but living it out daily is often harder than it seems.In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Jeff and Tiffany conti...
277 Handing Jesus the Keys: The Freedom of Having Him Lead
What does it really mean to surrender to the leadership of Jesus? In a culture that celebrates independence and self-direction, surrender can sound like weakness or loss.In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Jeff and Tiffany exp...
276 Abide and Thrive: The Secret to a Fruitful Christian Life
If spiritual fruit matters so much, where does it actually come from? Is it produced by discipline, effort, or trying harder to live like Jesus?In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Jeff and Tiffany begin a new conversation about fr...
275 Are Christians Supposed to Do Greater Works Than Jesus? Understanding John 14:12
Jesus once told His disciples that those who believe in Him would do the works He did and even “greater works.” For many Christians, that statement raises immediate questions. How could anyone do greater works than the Son of God who raised the...
274 The Means of Worship | Holy Spirit-Empowered and Scripture-Shaped
Jesus said that true worshipers worship the Father in spirit and in truth. It sounds simple, but it reshapes how we think about worship entirely.In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany walk through Jesus’ conve...
273 The Attitudes of Worship
Worship is not just about what we do. It’s about how we come before God.In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Pastor Jeff Cranston and Tiffany continue the Practical Theology series by exploring four essential attitudes that shape t...
272 Worship As Ministry
Jesus did not call people to admire Him. He called them to follow Him.In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Pastor Jeff Cranston and Tiffany walk through three clear marks of true discipleship. Many believers know the right words, a...
271 BONUS QUIZ: How Well Do You Understand the Atonement?
How well do you really understand what Christ accomplished on the cross?In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Tiffany Coker and Pastor Jeff Cranston put the doctrine of the atonement to the test through a true-or-false theol...
270 Discipleship: It's Not a Label; It's a Life | Luke 14
Why do some believers fall away from the faith even when starting strong?In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Tiffany and Pastor Jeff walk through Luke 14:28–35, where Jesus calls His followers to stop, think, and count the cost of...
269 Am I Really Following Jesus? 3 Marks of a True Disciple
Jesus didn’t call people to simply believe in Him, but to follow Him.Many believers know the language of faith, attend church regularly, and affirm sound doctrine, yet still wonder whether they are truly living as Christ’s disciples.&nbs...
268 The 3 Types of Disciples | What Does Following Jesus Require?
Many people followed Jesus. Not all of them were truly His disciples.In this episode, Pastor Jeff Cranston and Tiffany Coker walk through John chapter 6 to examine one of the most challenging truths of the Christian life: discipleship is...
267 In The World But Not Of It: Biblical Separation
What does it mean for Christians to be “set apart”? Biblical separation is often misunderstood as isolation or spiritual superiority, but Scripture presents it as a call to holiness, faithfulness, and love for Christ.In this ...
Announcement | Taking a Short Christmas Break, Be Right Back!
Pastor Jeff and Tiffany are taking the month of December off to rest, spend time with family, and prepare a fresh round of Kitchen Table Theology episodes for the new year. We’ll be back on Sunday, January 4 with new episodes...
266 The 5 Ways God Reveals His Will | A Biblical Framework for Making Decisions
Life is full of crossroads. Jobs. Moves. Relationships. Direction. Many Christians stress over decision-making because they fear missing God’s will. Pastor Jeff and Tiffany discuss how Scripture shows God guiding His people through ...
265 In the World But Not Of It | How to Be Set Apart for Christ
Christians hear the phrase “separation from the world” and picture isolation, legalism, or withdrawing from culture. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany explore the true biblical meaning. Separation is not retreat. It is holine...
264 What Is God’s Will? 5 Ways God Reveals His Plan
Many believers wrestle with one of the most common questions in the Christian life: How do I know God’s will for me?In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany begin a new mini-series on Learning and Discerning God’s Will. P...
263 Martin Luther and the Protestant Reformation: The Day That Changed the Church Forever
Every October 31st, the Church commemorates Reformation Day. In this episode, Pastor Jeff discusses the most pivotal moments in church history: the Protestant Reformation and the bold faith of Martin Luther.Pastor Jeff explores the story...
262 God's Faithfulness: The Promise Keeper Who Never Fails
When life gets challenging, it’s easy to question whether God will truly keep His word. But Scripture reminds us that His promises never fail. This week’s episode is a throwback to a past episode with Pastor Jeff and Jen Denton on the steadfast...
261 How to Overcome Temptation, Vice, and the Flesh
Every Christian wrestles with temptation, but the Bible outlines a clear plan for victory.By submitting to God, fleeing from sin, and choosing holiness daily, we can live in freedom and strength. In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany ...
260 Practical Faith: How to Trust God with Your Needs, Future, and Fears
What does it look like to live out faith in real life?In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany continue the Practical Theology Series with a discussion on practical faith. What does it mean to ...
259 Why Do My Prayers Go Unanswered?
What should we think when our prayers don’t get answered the way we hoped?In this episode of Kitchen Table Theology, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany continue the series on Practical Theology and take a closer look at why some prayers se...
258 How To Pray: What the Bible Teaches About Prayer
What does the Bible really say about how we should pray?Prayer is one of the most powerful gifts God has given us, but many believers still wonder if they’re doing it “right.” In this episode, Pastor Jeff and Tiffany discuss the biblical...