The E.A.R. Podcast

Does It Kill To Love Them? - Episode #7 Summary of the episode: During this discussion, Brandon and Timothy review chapters 16 – 18 of his book, “Loving Your Muslim Neighbor.” This discussion answers the question, does it kill to love Muslim people? We also answer the question, who brought Muslims to America? America as we know it was discovered land. As the country was built, it was built as a land of the free and home of the brave. Her constitution allows for all men to practice their faith freely without prejudice. Tune into this discussion with Brandon and Timothy! Meet the Guest: Timothy and Miriam speak in churches everywhere to educate, equip, and energize Christians to gain God’s heart for Muslim people and to love them. Please listen to Episode #1 of this season to learn more about Timothy and Miriam Harris. Calls to action: Please check out their website www.lovingyourmuslimneighbor.com. You can also purchase a copy of the book from the website and follow along during this season! To connect with Timothy and Miriam Harris, you can email them at timothyandmiriamharris@gmail.com. Note: This podcast is part of the Christian Podcast Community and you can click here to access more episodes and similar podcasts. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/pointed out during the podcast) | Song: Turkish Beat - Music by: Muzaproduction from Pixabay --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Genuine Evangelism - Episode #6 Summary of the episode: During this discussion, Brandon and Timothy review chapters 13 – 15 of his book, “Loving Your Muslim Neighbor,” This discussion touches on how we can be angry at Muslims or watch God use the Islamic agenda to spread His love worldwide.   IF we get out of the way and out of our anger, we can see God using situations to bring Islamic folks into countries where they can hear the gospel. Are we genuine in our evangelism? Tune into this discussion with Brandon and Timothy! Meet the Guest: Timothy and Miriam speak in churches everywhere to educate, equip, and energize Christians to gain God’s heart for Muslim people and to love them. Please listen to Episode #1 of this season to learn more about Timothy and Miriam Harris. Calls to action: Please check out their website www.lovingyourmuslimneighbor.com. You can also purchase a copy of the book from the website and follow along during this season! To connect with Timothy and Miriam Harris, you can email them at timothyandmiriamharris@gmail.com. Note: This podcast is part of the Christian Podcast Community and you can click here to access more episodes and similar podcasts. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/pointed out during the podcast) | Song: Turkish Beat - Music by: Muzaproduction from Pixabay --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

One True Faith - Episode #5 Summary of the episode: During this discussion, Brandon and Timothy review chapters 10 – 12 of his book, “Loving Your Muslim Neighbor.” This discussion touches on having a basic knowledge and understanding of the religion of Islam. Get to know Muslim people! Love them, listen well to them! Jesus made himself available to all people and he did not adhere to cultural norms. He became a Jew to the Jews and a Gentile to the Gentiles. You do not have to become a Muslim to reach the Muslims. Are we preaching Christ or legalism in Christianity? Tune into this discussion with Brandon and Timothy! Meet the Guest: Timothy and Miriam speak in churches everywhere to educate, equip, and energize Christians to gain God’s heart for Muslim people and to love them. Please listen to Episode #1 of this season to learn more about Timothy and Miriam Harris. Calls to action: Please check out their website www.lovingyourmuslimneighbor.com. You can also purchase a copy of the book from the website and follow along during this season! To connect with Timothy and Miriam Harris, you can email them at timothyandmiriamharris@gmail.com. Note: This podcast is part of the Christian Podcast Community and you can click here to access more episodes and similar podcasts. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/pointed out during the podcast) | Song: Turkish Beat - Music by: Muzaproduction from Pixabay --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Which One Do You Promote? - Episode #4 Summary of the episode: During this discussion, Brandon and Timothy review chapters 7 – 9 of the book, “Loving Your Muslim Neighbor.” This discussion asked the question, “Which one do you promote?” This question simply asks, do you promote Christ of the Bible or do we promote a so-called Christianity that fits our ideals? If you were to approach a bridge on a stormy night and you were able to stop because saw the bridge had collapsed, would you not thank God for saving your life? Would you not want to attempt to save others heading in your direction? Jesus himself made such a grandiose statement about himself that he is the way, the truth, and the life and absolutely no one can go to the Father except through Him. Jesus is the bridge to life. His life death and resurrection seal that statement. Tune into this discussion with Brandon and Timothy! Meet the Guest: Timothy and Miriam speak in churches everywhere to educate, equip, and energize Christians to gain God’s heart for Muslim people and to love them. Please listen to Episode #1 of this season to learn more about Timothy and Miriam Harris. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers What a Muslim thinks what Christian means – (04:20) The Point of Discipleship – (14:34) Can a Muslim have both Jesus and Muhammad? – (22:00) For a Muslim to fully embrace Jesus can be messy – (22:47) How to get the book – (30:25) Calls to action: Please check out their website www.lovingyourmuslimneighbor.com. You can also purchase a copy of the book from the website and follow along during this season! To connect with Timothy and Miriam Harris, you can email them at timothyandmiriamharris@gmail.com. Note: This podcast is part of the Christian Podcast Community and you can click here to access more episodes and similar podcasts. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/pointed out during the podcast) | Song: Turkish Beat - Music by: Muzaproduction from Pixabay --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

What Cost? - Episode #3 Summary of the episode: During this discussion, Brandon and Timothy review chapters 4 – 6 of the book, “Loving Your Muslim Neighbor.” Brandon starts off the discussion by asking the question, ‘what does it mean to be missional?’ Timothy expresses that we should be looking for opportunities to share the gospel. We should be loving that person that does not look like us. Timothy brings up an interesting idea that simply says to be missional is to have that great commission mindset. At what cost do we share the gospel with Muslim people? At what cost do we risk it all for the sake of the gospel? This discussion answers the questions that often come to mind when seeking to serve those of the Muslim faith. Tune into this discussion with Brandon and Timothy! Meet the Guest: Timothy and Miriam speak in churches everywhere to educate, equip, and energize Christians to gain God’s heart for Muslim people and to love them. Please listen to Episode #1 of this season to learn more about Timothy and Miriam Harris. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Revelation 7:9 Prescription – (04:23) The Question of Hope – (18:11) Highest Motivation for sharing the gospel with all people – (23:11) Acceptance of Muslim converts – (28:46) Calls to action: Please check out their website www.lovingyourmuslimneighbor.com. You can also purchase a copy of the book from the website and follow along during this season! To connect with Timothy and Miriam Harris, you can email them at timothyandmiriamharris@gmail.com. Note: This podcast is part of the Christian Podcast Community and you can click here to access more episodes and similar podcasts. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/pointed out during the podcast) | Song: Turkish Beat - Music by: Muzaproduction from Pixabay --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Why Share the Gospel? - Episode #2 Summary of the episode: During this discussion, Brandon and Timothy review the first three chapters of his book, Loving Your Muslim Neighbor. Brandon questions Timothy on the importance of sharing the gospel with Muslim people and how the Bible calls us to go to the ends of the earth. They both discuss what people think when they hear the word Muslim and what they associate the word with in terms of history. When Jesus hears the word “Muslim,” the first thing that comes to his mind is love. If we are professing Christians, we too are to love Muslims when we hear about them and see them in person. This discussion is the bedrock for this entire season. Tune into this discussion with Brandon and Timothy! Meet the Guest: Timothy and Miriam speak in churches everywhere to educate, equip, and energize Christians to gain God’s heart for Muslim people and love them. Please Click Here to listen to the first episode! Please listen to Episode #1 of this season to learn more about Timothy and Miriam Harris. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Why Share the Gospel? – (02:29) Why should we take the opportunity to share the gospel – (6:15) God showed Mercy to all people – (19:36) Calls to action: Please check out their website www.lovingyourmuslimneighbor.com. You can also purchase a copy of the book from the website and follow along during this season! To connect with Timothy and Miriam Harris, you can email them at timothyandmiriamharris@gmail.com. Note: This podcast is part of the Christian Podcast Community, and you can click here to access more episodes and similar podcasts. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/pointed out during the podcast) | Song: Turkish Beat - Music by: Muzaproduction from Pixabay --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Guest Introduction: Episode #1 Summary of the episode: This episode will serve as the introduction of the guest and the groundwork of what will be discussed during the season. During this episode, Timothy and Brandon discuss what the Muslim culture looks like in North America and what we as Christians should be doing to meet them where they are. Meet the Guest: Timothy and his wife Miriam Harris served in pastoral roles in the church for over 25 years. In 2006, God put Muslim people deeply on their hearts. Their ministry shifted to reach out with the gospel to Muslim people in their area and to travel to the Middle East to help refugees. Timothy and Miriam speak in churches everywhere to educate, equip, and energize Christians to gain God’s heart for Muslim people and to love them. Bullet points of key topics + chapter markers Muslims in America – (01:20) Timothy Harris Introduction – (1:52) The message of Love for all people – (6:62) How to get the book – (18:09) Calls to action: Please check out their website www.lovingyourmuslimneighbor.com. You can also purchase a copy of the book from the website and follow along during this season! To connect with Timothy and Miriam Harris, you can email them at timothyandmiriamharris@gmail.com. Note: This podcast is part of the Christian Podcast Community and you can click here to access more episodes and similar podcasts. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/pointed out during the podcast) | Song: Turkish Beat - Music by: Muzaproduction from Pixabay --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Synopsis: A sermon preached by Rev. Bill Crawford. Meet the Guest: The Reverend William O. Crawford has been the pastor of the First Presbyterian Church of Thibodaux for over twenty years. He is also the pastor at the Presbyterian Church in Houma, Louisiana, which is about a 25-to-35-minute drive from Thibodaux. Husband to Julia, father of three Owners of two dogs - "Val" and "Otis." Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen | Bible Translations – New International Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/pointed out during the podcast). --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Synopsis: This week Brandon interviews a local recording artist about their new album “Living Proof.” Living Proof was released at the beginning of 2022, just several months after Hurricane Ida struck landfall. Hurricane Ida cause devastating damage to the area that left a lot of people in disarray. This album was released at the perfect time for people. The album brings encouragement and peace. Tune into this discussion with Brandon Queen and Janet Thompson.  Meet the Guest: Janet grew up as a little barefoot country girl in Belah, La. She was the youngest of three children. She was raised in the church and had wonderful parents. The biggest spiritual influence was her Grandmother Gulde, who she states was a Proverbs 31 woman! Janet always loved music and participated in youth choirs in school and church as she was perusing her career in music. Janet graduated from Jena High in 1986 and married her high school sweetheart, Patrick “Packy” Thompson in June of that year. She worked alongside her husband in the Ministry in many different roles. She sang and played the piano as she did Intern with Packy’s parents at Maranatha Assembly in Jena, La. The couple took a staff position in Eunice, La. where they stayed for 3 years. They were Youth Pastors and Janet was the Worship Leader. They began their family in 1991 when their first son, Trey was born, then Joshua in 1995, and Amanda in 2000. The Thompsons came to Bayou Blue Assembly in 1993 as Senior Pastors. Janet became the worship leader shortly after they came to Bayou Blue and has continued that calling to this day. She has been on Staff since 2010 as the Music Pastor.  Janet has received her Ordination to Minister through the Assemblies of God.  Her heart is to lead people into the presence of God every time they walk into the church and she desires each one to know the peace and joy that He brings! How to find the material: You can click on the link to Living Proof on iTunes, Spotify, and YouTube. You can visit Bayou Blue Assembly of God by clicking here! The E.A.R. Podcast can be found on any major podcast platform or you can get the episodes here.  Janet sings a portion of “You Know My Name” - (25:00)  Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/noted during the podcast). You find other podcasts like mine here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Synopsis: This week Brandon preaches from James 2:1-13 and based the sermon on favoritism. As Christians, we are not to show favoritism toward other people that come to worship alongside us. James cuts straight to the jugular vein and points out the sin of the early church. This sermons explains the sin of favortism. Tune into this sermon on favoritism. How to find the material: The E.A.R. Podcast can be found on any major podcast platforms or you can get other podcast like this one here. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/noted during the podcast). You find other podcasts like mine here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Synopsis: This week Brandon and Brennan Matherne, two friends, talk about maintaining their Christian faith in the workplace. This conversation came from both Brennan and Brandon realizing that they were both Christian men working in an environment where it is sometimes hard to display their faith. Through the conversation, they hope to share ways you can maintain your faith in any work environment. Tune into this discussion with Brandon Queen and Brennan Matherne. Meet the Guest: Brennan Matherne is a native of Lafourche Parish where he lives with his wife and two kids. He is a captain at Lafourche Parish Sheriff’s Office and serves as the Public Information Officer. He has spent some of his career in the radio industry before becoming a public servant. Brennan holds several leadership positions on a national level with public information officers. Brennan is a dynamic individual and a man of faith. How to find the material: The E.A.R. Podcast can be found on any major podcast platform or you can get the episodes here. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen | Bible Translations–English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/noted during the podcast). You find other podcasts like mine here! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Synopsis: This week, Brandon preaches on the Good Samaritan parable. He carefully draws a connection to Christ being the ultimate Good Samaritan and greatest neighbor. He uses Biblical accounts like Jesus and the adulterous woman, the account of Zacchaeus, and Rahab the Harlot. Brandon provided a brief history of the Samaritans and the Jews while explaining the meaning of two words. Tune into this sermon with Ruling Elder Brandon Queen. Meet the Guest: Brandon Queen was born to Belinda Queen in Thibodaux, Louisiana. He is the middle of eleven children with six girls and five boys. Brandon works as Police Sergeant for Nicholls State University Police Department with aspirations to become an ordained minister in the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EPC). He attended the First Presbyterian Church of Thibodaux since he was five and has been there since. He is the first ordained black elder within the congregation. Brandon serves as the graphic designer for the Westminster Society within the EPC and as a member of the Revelation 7:9 task force. Brandon loves studying God’s word, history, photography, graphic design, camping, podcasting, and other cycling. His most recent writing is "Grace Behind the Badge – Westminster Society Journal Vol 2." With over 110 podcast episodes, Brandon hopes to continue his ministry by using his podcast as a resource for new Christians to get a clear reason for why they believe. How to find the material: The E.A.R. Podcast can be found on any major podcast platform, or you can get the episodes here. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen and First Presbyterian Church, Baton Rouge | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/noted during the podcast). You find other podcasts like mine here! NOTE: The Video version of this podcast was edited.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Synopsis: We have approached the last week of Lent. We have approached Good Friday. Let us remember that this Friday is a reminder that our Savior laid down His live so that our life will be saved. As we approach Easter, allow this to be a sober reminder that we are alive in Christ. He is alive. He has risen indeed. We can now go into the presence of the Father and he will hear us. Tune into these short discussions based on a Lent reading guide called “Asking Jesus” by Rev. Dr. Gerrit Dawson. Meet the Guest: The Rev. Dr. Gerrit Dawson became the senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church in 2004. He is married to Rhonda, and they have four children. Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Dawson was the pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Lenoir, North Carolina for 13 years before coming to Baton Rouge. He received his Doctor of Ministry degree in 2002 from Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte. Dawson carries on an active writing ministry, focusing on Christian spiritual growth and the person and work of Christ. His most recent book is "Raising Adam: Why Jesus Descended into Hell." Dawson’s vision for the church centers on Jeremiah 29: 7: “Seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you.” How to find the material: You can find postings of the daily readings here! If you want a physical copy of the printed book, please contact the church office at 225.387.0617. You may also subscribe to daily Lent emails by texting ASKINGJESUS to 22828. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen and First Presbyterian Church, Baton Rouge | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/noted during the podcast). Music: © --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Synopsis: During week five of Lent, we dive into the story of the daughters of Jerusalem, and we answer the question, who stuck you? For most of this episode, the Gospel of Luke is referenced for the discussions. This week is packed with great readings as we navigate through the Holy Week. Tune into these short discussions based on a Lent reading guide called “Asking Jesus” by Rev. Dr. Gerrit Dawson. Meet the Guest: The Rev. Dr. Gerrit Dawson became the senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church in 2004. He is married to Rhonda, and they have four children. Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Dawson was the pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Lenoir, North Carolina for 13 years before coming to Baton Rouge. He received his Doctor of Ministry degree in 2002 from Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte. Dawson carries on an active writing ministry, focusing on Christian spiritual growth and the person and work of Christ. His most recent book is "Raising Adam: Why Jesus Descended into Hell." Dawson’s vision for the church centers on Jeremiah 29: 7: “Seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you.” How to find the material: You can find postings of the daily readings here! If you want a physical copy of the printed book, please contact the church office at 225.387.0617. You may also subscribe to daily Lent emails by texting ASKINGJESUS to 22828. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen and First Presbyterian Church, Baton Rouge | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/noted during the podcast). Music: © --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support

Synopsis: This week we discuss the story of the Good Samaritan. Both Rev. Dr. Gerrit and Brandon, discuss the connection of Jesus being the good Samaritan for us. During their discussion, they connect the dots between the Old Testament and the New Testament with Rahab the harlot, and how the “Good Samaritan” law is almost identical to the Biblical meaning to the parable Jesus taught. Tune into these short discussions based on a Lent reading guide called “Asking Jesus” by Rev. Dr. Gerrit Dawson. Meet the Guest: The Rev. Dr. Gerrit Dawson became the senior pastor of First Presbyterian Church in 2004. He is married to Rhonda, and they have four children. Born and raised in Miami, Florida, Dawson was the pastor of First Presbyterian Church in Lenoir, North Carolina for 13 years before coming to Baton Rouge. He received his Doctor of Ministry degree in 2002 from Reformed Theological Seminary in Charlotte. Dawson carries on an active writing ministry, focusing on Christian spiritual growth and the person and work of Christ. His most recent book is "Raising Adam: Why Jesus Descended into Hell." Dawson’s vision for the church centers on Jeremiah 29:7: “Seek the welfare of the city where I have sent you.” How to find the material: You can find postings of the daily readings here! If you want a physical copy of the printed book, please contact the church office at 225.387.0617. You may also subscribe to daily Lent emails by texting ASKINGJESUS to 22828. Works Cited: Cover Art: Brandon Queen and First Presbyterian Church, Baton Rouge | Bible Translations – English Standard Version (unless stated/noted in the interview) | Quotes: authentic from the host and guest (unless stated/noted during the podcast). You find other podcasts like mine here! Music: © --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/elderqueen/support