The Crux of the Matter

The Crux of the Matter


Latest Episodes

CRUX Episode 58 - Narcissism and the Pastor
June 01, 2016

Is narcissism all about me, or is there something bigger going on? And what does it have to do with pastors? Learn more in Episode 58 of The Crux of the Matter.

Episode 57 - Preaching Better, Part Two
May 26, 2016

What does it mean to get better at preaching? Todd and Scott talk about what should be an obvious topic in episode 57 of The Crux of the Matter.

CRUX Episode 56 - Preaching Better, Part One
May 06, 2016

What does it mean to get better at preaching? Todd and Scott talk about what should be an obvious topic in episode 56 of The Crux of the Matter.

CRUX Episode 55 - Scott and Todd Go Back to School
April 27, 2016

Why go to school? That is the question Scott and Todd discuss, as they both are about to embark on completely different programs at two different Roman Catholic universities. Listen to Episode 55 of The Crux of the Matter.

CRUX Episode 54 - First Timothy 6
April 13, 2016

First Timothy chapter six is the topic. In this episode we talk about slaves and masters, false doctrine, the dangers of money, and the need to guard what God has entrusted to us as pastors. We also talk about orthodox priests, and Christ Alone.

CRUX Episode 53 - First Timothy 5
March 18, 2016

Widows, elders, doctrine, and more is covered in this episode. Hear about all of it from First Timothy chapter 5 as Todd and Scott discuss it in episode 53 of The Crux of the Matter.

CRUX Episode 52 - First Timothy 4
March 12, 2016

They’re at it again! What is pastoral formation, and are there any dangers in using this kind of language? Hear about this and more from First Timothy chapter 4 as Todd and Scott discuss it in episode 52 of The Crux of the Matter.

CRUX Episode 51 - First Timothy 3
March 04, 2016

What does it mean to be an overseer or a deacon? That is what Paul tries to answer for us in First Timothy 3. Listen in as Todd and Scott discuss what it means in episode 51 of The Crux of the Matter.

CRUX Episode 50 - First Timothy 2
February 24, 2016

Scott and Todd continue their study and conversation on 1 Timothy with chapter two. In this chapter they talk about the context and implications behind Paul’s admonition to “let the women keep silent in the church.” You know, easy stuff. Join us for epis

CRUX Episode 49 - First Timothy 1
February 01, 2016

Scott and Todd begin a several part series on the book of 1 Timothy, beginning (obviously) with chapter one. What can we learn together as pastors of the twenty-first century from this book? Join us for episode 49 of The Crux of the Matter.