Jordan O'Brien is our worship leader at Island Church. As a son of a black father and white mother, he has a unique perspective on life and recent occurrences in our culture. His stories and experiences are uniquely his, but hopefully helpful for others as well. Oh, and Jordan O'Brien is also my son-in-law. I'm proud of him and thankful we were able to record this episode.

Church & Family Life with David Tarkington - Podcast

Episode 035 - Black, White and In-Between with Jordan O'Brien

Kevin Cloud is the author of the book "God and Hamilton" that looks at the blockbuster musical by Lin-Manuel Miranda and how the life stories of Alexander Hamilton and his wife show clear biblical teachings such as forgiveness, love, redemption, and repentance. This discussion with Kevin goes into areas related to creative expression, the arts, and the church. The impact of story is key. Be sure to check out Kevin's website - godandhamilton.com and get a copy of "God and Hamilton" wherever you purchase books.

Episode 034 - God, Creativity, And Hamilton With Kevin Cloud

Earlier this week I was invited to join a group of pastors from my state, along with our Florida Baptist Convention leaders for a conversation related to racial unity in the church. This was scheduled weeks prior to the George Floyd incident in Minnesota, but proving to be very timely now. This podcast was filmed by the Florida Baptist Convention and is part of their Ministry Coaching series (available at flbaptist.org in video format.) I was given permission to share the audio on my podcast. Featured in this episode are Dr. Tommy Green - Executive Director/Treasurer of the Florida Baptist Convention, Patrick Coats - Black/Multicultural Church Catalyst of the Florida Baptist Convention, Micah Ferguson - Strategic Initiatives Director of the Florida Baptist Convention, Pastor Erik Cummings of New Life Church of Carol City in Miami Gardens, Florida and current President of the Florida Baptist State Convention, Pastor Theo Johnson of Sweet Home Missionary Baptist Church in Miami, Florida, Pastor Ted Traylor of Olive Baptist Church in Pensacola, Florida and me.

Episode 033 - A Conversation with Florida Pastors on Racial Unity

In 2017 I reached out to Jonathan Bates, owner of Altered Egos, a local comic shop. I did not know Jonathan, but asked if I could host a Bible study in his shop because I found some clear allusions in pop culture and comic heroes to biblical theology. Jonathan told me up front he was not a Christian, so a Bible study would not be happening, but he was intrigued by the concept of conversing on this subject. Three years later, we now look back at what has become a monthly meeting called CHAT (Costumed Heroes and Theology.) It has become a monthly highlight for me to engage in these conversations. Perhaps our conversation here about the launch and growth of CHAT can be helpful for others as well. I mention the Altered Egos podcast as well. You can listen to Jonathan's weekly updates as well. Here are some links: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/altered-egos-comics-podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/altered-egos-comics-podcast/id924694685

Episode 032 - A Baptist Pastor, a Non-Christian Comic Shop Owner, and Conversations About Life

Dr. David Tarkington joins The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary President Dr. Albert Mohler for this time of prayer for SBTS, the faculty and staff, students, and all impacted by COVID-19. Dr. Mohler shares and update on the impact on the seminary and Boyce College. Praying as Dr. Mohler and his team make needed decisions for the future as it relates to SBTS.

Episode 031 - Prayer for The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and Dr. Albert Mohler

Dr. David Tarkington is joined by Trinity Life Church - Toronto Pastor Dr. Michael Seaman and Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary President Dr. Daniel Akin for this time of prayer for SEBTS, the faculty and staff, students, and all impacted by COVID-19. Praying as Dr. Akin and his team make needed decisions for the future as it relates to SEBTS.

Episode 030 - Prayer for Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary and Dr. Daniel Akin

Dr. David Tarkington is joined by City Church - Tallahassee Pastor Dean Inserra and Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary President Dr. Jason Allen for this time of prayer for MBTS, the faculty and staff, students, and all impacted by COVID-19. Praying as Dr. Allen and his team make needed decisions for the future as it relates to MBTS.

Episode 029 - Prayer for Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Dr. Jason Allen

Dr. David Tarkington is joined by Mayhill Baptist Church, NM Pastor Matt Henslee and Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary President Dr. Adam Greenway for this time of prayer for SWBTS, the faculty and staff, students, and all impacted by COVID-19. Praying as Dr. Greenway and his team make needed decisions for the future as it relates to SWBTS.

Episode 028 - Prayer for Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and Dr. Adam Greenway

Dr. David Tarkington is joined by Crosspointe Church West - Vancouver, WA Pastor Grant Welch and Gateway Seminary President Dr. Jeff Iorg for this time of prayer for Gateway, the faculty and staff, students, and all impacted by COVID-19. Praying as Dr. Iorg and his team make needed decisions for the future as it relates to Gateway.

Episode 027 - Prayer for Gateway Seminary & Dr. Jeff Iorg

Dr. David Tarkington is joined by Bradfordville First Baptist Church Pastor Dr. Ronny Raines and New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary President Dr. Jamie Dew for this time of prayer for NOBTS, the faculty and staff, students, and all impacted by COVID-19. Praying as Dr. Dew and his team make needed decisions for the future as it relates to NOBTS.

Episode 026 - Prayer for New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary & Dr. Jamie Dew

This is a portion from a message by a man who grew up in our church, attended youth ministry events, and was as active as any other student at the time. Yet, he surrendered to God's call to missions and now serves with the International Mission Board with his wife and children in a nation that is less than one percent Christian. This short clip is a reminder to all who serve in the church that God uses you in ways you cannot foresee. Thank you for serving. Stay faithful and remember, your act of service can help change the world.

This Little Things That Change the World

Annette Teague served with the North American Mission Board for the past two summers as part of GenSend Toronto. While serving in this summer program, it became clear that God had called her to engage more long-term in the Greater Toronto Area with our church planters there. She is being sent from her home church, San Jose Baptist Church in Jacksonville, FL to serve with the Hamilton Fellowships and Jason McGibbon. We take time in this podcast to discuss her journey as a GenSend missionary through NAMB and her subsequent decision to serve in Toronto on mission. As a church planting intern, she requires funding, and cannot work in Canada due to visa laws. If you would like to know more about Annette and possible support her financially, go to https://missionaries.namb.net/full/annette-teague. For info on GenSend, feel free to email her at annette.teague1@gmail.com.

firstFAMILY Podcast 028: Toronto Church Planting - Annette Teague

Comic books and modern mythology are big business. After an era where the magazines were losing money, the creation of the DC and Marvel Cinematic Universes has propelled super-heroes to the forefront of the entertainment industry. Many of these stories have religious undertones, so why aren't Christians strategically engaging those who love these stories with the ultimate story of the Gospel? Listen as Pastor David Tarkington shares how he is seeking to engage in intelligent conversations with friends of other and no specified religious faith over the subject of comic books and theology.

firstFAMILY Podcast 027: Comic Books & Theology

It's easy to poke holes in the false "prosperity gospel" that permeates our church culture with "name it and claim it" promises, while taking advantage of the generosity of undiscerning parishioners and television viewers. Yet, there is another false gospel that is often ignored, and even welcomed into many of our evangelical churches. In fact, it may be more dangerous than the easily identified "gospel-lite" offered by many. This is called the therapeutic gospel and it's deadly.

firstFAMILY Podcast 026: When the Gospel Is Traded for Therapy

We are seeing over 900 churches close down annually in the SBC. The numbers are daunting and cannot be ignored. Yet, the question remains "What should be done?" The truth is that some churches need to close. They forsook their gospel witness years ago and are nothing more than buildings in communities. However, there are many who are positioned for rebirth and with partnerships with healthier churches, a rebirth can occur, thereby keeping a gospel witness alive and well in communities where it is needed. In this podcast I share our journey of revitalization with Oak Harbor Baptist Church, a church that apart from partnership and help would be closing it's doors within the year. We're in the midst of revitalization and it is not easy, but needed. Perhaps this could help you lead well into such a story.

Episode 025: Our Journey of Church Revitalization

A podcast with Pastor David Tarkington of First Baptist Church of Orange Park Florida and the First Family Network. This podcast focuses on current trends in church life, ministry, and family. David has been serving at FBCOP since 1994 and is a graduate of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary and The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. FBCOP and the First Family Network is strategic in church planting, revitalization, replanting, and other avenues of global mission for the glory of God.

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