The Underground Sessions

29. Underground Live- Income Inequality- Q & A- Dr. Anne Bradley- 12.24.2020

Thu, 24 Dec 2020 17:43:56 +0000

This episode is a recording from our live Underground Sessions event from October 3, 2020. Our topic was “Income Inequality” and our speaker was Dr. Anne Bradley. This is part 2 of a 3 part series from this event. Income Inequality Recap On October 3rd, 2020, MBC hosed its first ever virtual The Underground Sessions ...

28. Underground Live- Income Inequality- Dr. Anne Bradley- 12.11.2020

Fri, 11 Dec 2020 16:14:38 +0000

This episode is a recording from our live Underground Sessions event from October 3, 2020. Our topic was “Income Inequality” and our speaker was Dr. Anne Bradley. Income Inequality Recap On October 3rd, 2020, MBC hosed its first ever virtual The Underground Sessions event where we discussed the important, and provocative, topic of “income inequality.” ...

27. “A Christian Response to Recreational Marijuana” – Dr. Barnabas Sprinkle – 12.4.2020

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 16:00:26 +0000

Gov. Phil Murphy campaigned in 2017 on the promise to legalize marijuana within his first 100 days in office. But lawmakers could not muster enough votes in the state Senate to pass legislation sponsored by Sen. Nick Scutari, D-Union, and eventually voted to put it on the ballot for the people to decide. And they ...

26. “Assessing the Second Wave of COVID-19,” Dr. Raymond Zakhari- 11.12.2020

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 16:47:46 +0000

As cases are rising around the country, and specifically in NJ, what are we to make of the so-called “second wave” of COVID-19? What do infection rates mean to the average person? What mitigation strategies are effective and sustainable? Pastor Bob speaks with Dr. Raymond Zakhari, a nurse practitioner based in Manhattan about these important ...

S 02 E 01 “A Thinking Person’s Guide to Police Shootings,” 11.10.2020

Tue, 10 Nov 2020 19:10:41 +0000

Welcome to season 2 of the Underground Sessions Podcast! It’s hard to believe that 2020 is almost over—what a year it’s been! That also means that we have lots of topics to discuss as it relates to faith, culture and politics. Coronavirus Pandemics, governmental lockdowns, mask wearing… and of course racial strife and policing issues. ...

2020 Supreme Court Decisions- Jesse Nash- 7.15.2020

Wed, 15 Jul 2020 16:01:21 +0000

On this episode of the Underground Sessions Podcast, Pastor Bob interviews legal expert Jesse Nash on some important decisions handed down by the Supreme Court during the 2020 term. There are five important cases we cover in this episode: June Medical Services vs. Russo Espinoza v. Montana Department of Revenue Our Lady of Guadalupe School ...

An Episcopalians Journey Into Faith- Father Rick Morley- 7.1.2020

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 15:52:02 +0000

This episode looks at the journey of Father Rick Morley into the Episcopalian tradition. Rick leads a local clergy council and Basking Ridge. He grew up in Ocean City, NJ and graduated from Saint Joseph’s University in 1996 with a BA in Theology and a BS in Psychology. Rick holds a MDiv from The Candler ...

Home Education (Part 2)- Alex DePierro- 6.29.2020

Mon, 29 Jun 2020 18:53:35 +0000

In this episode, we continue our conversation about home education with Alex DePierro. Specific focus was given to Classical Conversations, as well as the challenges and benefits of home education with a large family.

The Gospel and Government- Bob Erbig and Dave Hentschel- 6.4.2020

Thu, 04 Jun 2020 19:56:12 +0000

In this episode, Pastor Bob and Dave talk about how Christians should engage the government. This discussion involves a robust understanding of Scripture and the tradition you come from. They also discuss current events and offer resources for further study.

20. The Journey of Home Education (Part One)- Mary Alice Landau & Ruth Lica- 5.26.2020

Wed, 27 May 2020 01:47:24 +0000

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, parents are having to wrestling with teaching their kids at home while at the same time working two jobs. People have taken to social media to talk about their “homeschooling” adventures. But… is this true home education? In this episode, Bob talks with homeschool veterans Mary Alice Landau and Ruth Lica about their ...

19. The Post Christian Worldview’s Effects on Gen Z- MBC Family Ministry Team- 5.20.2020

Wed, 20 May 2020 14:14:38 +0000

In this episode, Pastor Bob talks with other members of MBC’s Family Ministry Team about the “Post Christian” world view that is shaping our youth. What is Post Christian? What are it’s effects on Gen Z? We will offer some definitions and considerations, as well as suggestions on how to tell a better story that ...

18. Lessons From Lebanon- Jayson Casper- 5.11.2020

Mon, 11 May 2020 20:56:17 +0000

In this episode, Bob speaks with Jayson Casper, the Middle East correspondent for Christianity Today. He reports on news at the intersection of religion, politics, and culture. He resides with his family in Beirut, Lebanon, having relocated recently following nine years in Cairo, Egypt. He has lived also in Tunisia, Jordan, and Mauritania, and appreciates ...

17. Reflections on Mother’s Day and Pregnancy- Amanda and Bob Erbig- 5.8.2020

Fri, 08 May 2020 23:08:03 +0000

Pastor Bob is joined by his wife, Amanda, to discuss the significance of Mother’s Day, as well as the challenges of pregnancy and preparing for children. This is a heartwarming episode with some laughs and poignancy.

16. A Word From Wuhan- Paul DeMena- 4.22.2020

Fri, 24 Apr 2020 23:28:22 +0000

In this episode, Pastor Bob speaks with Paul DeMena who runs an international school and clinic in Wuhan, China. Paul has ministered there for almost 20 years, and has been on the front lines of dealing with the COVID-19 Virus. Bob and Paul talk about his experience, as well as what to expect in the ...

15. Pastoral Reflections on COVID-19- 3.27.2020

Fri, 27 Mar 2020 19:29:21 +0000

Bob is joined by fellow Pastors Peter Pendell, Chad Boudreaux, and Dave Hentschel to discuss the church’s impact and response to the COVID-19 Crisis. Topics we cover are: (1) Discovering Missional Opportunities in the Crisis (2) Developing Good Theology of Suffering (3) Artistic Reflections (4) Shepherding People well. Episode Notes: Breakpoint Article– https://breakpoint.org/running-into-the-coronavirus-crisis-with-lettuce-and-love/?_hsenc=p2ANqtz–4qx1vpDV-NG_El03sU5zNqcVjGz_nrnuqsxXon1cjktYBIYoHfwcLRAHSWWgckSafgWTwlFNiYuaMhC4Fij6yFk4dyw&_hsmi=85302467 Songs of ...

14. Why Trust The Bible? (Part Two)- Dave Hentschel and Bob Erbig- 1.29.2020

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 21:07:17 +0000

Pastors Bob and Dave continue their conversation about the authority and veracity of the Bible in our modern age.

13. Why Trust The Bible? (Part One)- Dave Hentschel and Bob Erbig- 1.29.2020

Mon, 03 Feb 2020 19:19:06 +0000

Pastor Dave Hentschel joins Pastor Bob to discuss current challenges to Bible’s authority. This will be a two part episode the covers MBC’s articles of faith as it relates to the Bible.

12. Living and Ministering in a Gen Z World

Wed, 22 Jan 2020 18:36:17 +0000

In this episode, Pastor Bob is joined by the Family Ministry Team from Millington Baptist Church to discuss current trends and implications of ministering to the next generation. The millenial generation has received outsized attention, but generation z are the new up and comers. How do we reach and parent them effectively? Rachel Rickershauser, Director ...

11. Religious Freedom- A Longer Discussion- Jesse Nash- 1.14.2020

Tue, 14 Jan 2020 20:51:52 +0000

In this episode, Pastor Bob takes the conversation on religious freedom deeper with Jesse Nash, a recent panelist at our Underground Session event. What is religious freedom? Why is it important? How does it benefit society? These are the questions we’ll answer in depth in our wide ranging discussion. Jesse is a pastor’s kid, venture ...

10. Five Challenges Facing The American Church- Nithin Thompson 12.10.19

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 16:06:19 +0000

Pastor Bob is joined today by Pastor Nithin Thompson of Liquid Church in Parsippany, NJ. This episode features a thought-provoking discussion about challenges confronting the future of the American church in five areas: technology, communication, politics, race, and secularism. Nithin is married to Jackie and they have two kids: Selah and Wesley. He is a ...

9. The (Supernatural) Spiritual Gifts- 12.5.19

Thu, 05 Dec 2019 17:02:55 +0000

As a follow up to the recent Spiritual Gifts Summit held at MBC, Pastor Bob Erbig and Pastor Dave Hentschel discuss the different views related to the supernatural, or sign gifts discussed in the Bible. The main scriptures related to spiritual gifts are 1 Corinthians 12 & 14; Ephesians 4; Romans 12. Bob and Dave ...

8. Immigration and the Rwandan Genocide- Dr. Rosette Adera- 11.11.19

Mon, 11 Nov 2019 20:40:12 +0000

In this episode, Bob welcomes Dr. Rosette Adera to the podcast for a wide-ranging conversation. They discuss her story of leaving Rwandan during the genocide in the 1990s, as well as the hot topic of immigration. Dr. Adera is the Chair of the Business Administration Department at Pillar College where she enjoys infusing Biblical principles ...

7. There Are No Politics In Heaven- Tom Russo- 11.4.19

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 19:56:42 +0000

In this episode, Pastor Bob talks with Tom Russo about local NJ politics, his book There Are No Politics In Heaven, and how Jesus Christ transformed his life. Mr. Russo currently serves as Town Manager in Newton, NJ, with over eleven years of dedicated service to the County Seat of Sussex County, NJ. Mr. Russo has ...

6. Religious Liberty Audience Q & A- Dr. Doug Groothuis, Jesse Nash, Dr. Rosette Adera

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 21:24:02 +0000

This episode was recorded at our live Underground Sessions event on October 5, 2019. The topic of the evening was Religious Liberty and The Disintegration of Social Discourse. This episode featured panel responses to audience questions. The panel was comprised on Dr. Doug Groothuis, Jesse Nash, and Dr. Rosette Adera. Resources: www.DouglasGroothuis.com www.denverseminary.edu www.pillar.edu

5. Religious Liberty Panel Discussion- Dr. Doug Groothuis, Jesse Nash, and Dr. Rosette Adera

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 21:15:07 +0000

This episode features a panel discussion from our live Underground Sessions event on October 5, 2019. The topic of the event was Religious Liberty and The Disintegration of Social Discourse. The participants of the panel were Dr. Douglas Groothuis, Professor of Philosophy at Denver Seminary, Jesse Nash a local business lawyer, and Dr. Rosette Adera of Pillar ...

4. Religious Liberty Keynote- Christians, Religious Liberty and Loving Your Political Enemies- Dr. Douglas Groothuis

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 20:59:36 +0000

This episode was recorded as part of our live Underground Sessions event on October 5, 2019. The topic of the event was Religious Liberty and the Disintegration of Social Discourse. Our keynote speaker was Dr. Douglas Groothuis who spoke on the topic of “Christians, Religious Liberty and Loving Your Political Enemies.” Dr. Groothuis is Professor of ...

3. The Abortion Debate and Crisis Pregnancy Centers- Aimee Huber- 10.1.19

Tue, 01 Oct 2019 19:24:35 +0000

In this episode, Pastor Bob talks with Aimee Huber about the current abortion debate and the work of crisis pregnancy centers. Aimee grew up as a pastor’s daughter and has attended MBC since she was 10 years old. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Rutgers University in Political Science. She has served at First Choice ...

2. Christians, Gene Editing, and GMO- Dr. Harish Radha 9.26.19

Thu, 26 Sep 2019 20:32:34 +0000

In this episode, Pastor Bob and Dr. Harish Radha discuss the hot topic of gene editing and GMO production. Dr. Radha offers some helpful insights into how Christians should respond to this fast moving and controversial field. Dr. Radha is a cell biologist who has worked in academia, the food and beverage industry and biotech. He ...

1. The Opioid Crisis- Andi Williams- 9-19-19

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 14:44:49 +0000

In this episode, Andi Williams shares her thoughts on the current opioid crisis and details the work of Community in Crisis.

Underground Sessions Podcast Trailer

Sat, 07 Sep 2019 14:24:42 +0000

Pastor Bob Erbig introduces MBCs New Podcast: The Underground Sessions