Connect: Connecting the Bible to Life with Cole Phillips

God Over Government

This episode explores the biblical perspective on the relationship between God and government, emphasizing how Christians can engage with politics while remaining faithfu

The Dangers of Islamism

In this episode, Cole Phillips and Rowdy Lind discuss the issues surrounding Islam, its history, and its impact on the West. They explore the spiritual, political, and cu

5 Lies and the Truth

In this episode, Cole and Bobby talk about the importance of the armor of God, the battle against lies in culture, and how to stand firm in truth and faith. They emphasiz

Unhooked: See the Bait, Expose the Secret

What does temptation promise and what is it hiding? Drawing from the first two weeks of Unhooked, this episode follows the path from desire and deception to bondage, secr

Saying Yes to God in a Culture of Compromise

In this episode, we explore the importance of trusting God's way over our own, especially in difficult decisions like marriage, life, and societal issues. We discuss bibl

Living a Life of Impact

In this episode of the Connect Podcast, we celebrate what God did through our mission trip to New York City and explore Paul’s ministry in Acts 19. The gospel transformed

What Would I Say to My 16-Year-Old Self

In this live session from YNG Camp, Cole Phillips, Rowdy Lind, and Landry Rose share personal stories, insights from their faith journeys, and practical advice on living

Passing the Baton of Faith: Building a Legacy in the Church

In this episode, Cole Phillips and Bobby Fraumann share insights on passing the baton of faith across generations, the importance of intentionality in mentorship, and how

Finances, Faith, and Freedom

In this episode, Cole Phillips and guest Bryan Peters discuss practical and biblical principles for managing money, getting out of debt, and building a healthy financial

America's Christian Foundations

In this episode, Cole Phillips and Makenzie Phillips discuss the historical and biblical foundations of America, the importance of faith in shaping the nation, and the ro

Who Told You Who You Are?

In this episode, Cole Phillips and Bobby Frauman explore the profound topic of identity from a biblical perspective, addressing how our understanding of who we are in Chr

How Should Christian Respond to Pride Month?

In this episode, Cole Phillips and Rowdy Lynn explore the biblical perspective on current cultural issues surrounding sexuality, marriage, and identity. They discuss the

How to Survive a Church Fight and Keep Your Soul

This week on the Connect Podcast, Pastor Cole continues the conversation from our Holy ER message on Healing from Church Hurt by looking at Acts 15 and the Jerusalem Coun

Breaking the Cycle of Shame

In this episode, Cole and his daughter, Makenzie Phillips, explore the cycle of shame, its roots in biblical history, and practical steps to break free. They emphasize th

Science, Flat Earth, and Purgatory

Can science and the Bible really work together, or are they always in conflict? This week on the Connect Podcast, we’re diving into one of the big questions people wrest

Would Aliens Disprove the Bible?

Aliens, UFOs, UAPs, secret pastor meetings, and the Bible. Would the discovery of extraterrestrial life cause Christians to reject Scripture? Pastor Cole Phillips and Pas

Trusting God in the Gap

This episode explores the historical influence of faith on America's founding, the challenges of finding a godly spouse today, and the biblical perspective on miracles an

Why the Cross Changes Everything: Unpacking the Gospel

Can God really forgive me after what I have done? In this episode of the Connect Podcast, Cole and Bobby answer real questions people are asking about the cross, forgiven

War: What is it Good For?

Summary In this episode, Cole Phillips explores the biblical perspective on war, addressing why conflict exists, God's stance on war, rules of engagement, and how believ

Questions People Are Too Afraid to Ask

What is the unforgivable sin? Can Satan be forgiven? When is Jesus coming back? In this episode, Cole and Bobby tackle three of the hardest questions people are often afr