In this episode of the It Stands Written Podcast Braden and Gavin detail micro and macro creation in our universe. God has created things on major scales; planets, stars, and seas. He has also made things on such microscopic scales; atoms, flagellum, and cells. The Big Bang Theory and other topics of evolution have been taught in textbooks for decades. Do we just blindly trust the "scientists" or do we do research for ourselves? Listen as Gavin has done the research to further disprove evolution and how the complexity of all creation had to come about at once. Organisms have thousands of different components and many systems. Without one, the organism cannot survive. Do not let the theory of evolution shake your faith. Let it push you to dive deeper into how God has truly created everything around us while finding the beauty in it.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgResources Mentioned:- Lamarck's GiraffeSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

Welcome to a brand new series with the It Stands Written Podcast! In this episode, Braden introduces a guest for this new series, a dear friend from church. This series will go in-depth on the Creation vs. Evolution debate. Our special guest talks about the different theories of evolution, what various terms mean, and archaeological evidence to disprove evolution. He sets up the conversation for further discussion. As Christians, we must believe that God has created everything and He created us, humans, specifically, intentionally, and for a purpose. We hope you enjoy this series and can be encouraged in your faith while taking every thought captive in the obedience of Christ. If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgResources Mentioned:- bible.caSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

Welcome to this week's episode where Justin brings a biblical perspective into the sin of racism. He dives into why racism is happening through a biblical lens and how hearts must be changed. The world will never be reconciled and altered without the gospel. Society is hostile and the blood of Jesus is the only hope to break down that wall. Let this encourage you knowing that Jesus is coming to restore all things and bring an end to sin. There is only one race - the human race and every human has been made in the image of God. Seek to love and restore the image of God and who He created man to be.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

In this special episode of the It Stands Written Podcast Braden introduces you to a sermon by Justin Erickson on peacemaking. Justin walks through what peace is not and how the world misunderstands peace. He follows that by looking at how God defines peace in His Word. As fallen humans our nature is not to make peace with others. However, with the Holy Spirit living in us we should be the most peaceful people on the planet. Through the blood and forgiveness of Jesus Christ, we can see transformation and reconciliation no matter how difficult the issue is. Let this episode challenge you to be a peacemaker and resolve tension with people in your life.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

Now that our series on the second most important decision of your life has concluded, Justin and Braden have opened up an opportunity for listeners to send in questions. They tackle each question one by one that you guys sent in to bring any further clarity you might need. These questions focus on the gift of singleness, pre-martial counseling, celibacy, communication, etc. We do not want any confusion or second-guessing before you go to the altar. We pray and hope that this series was able to be a light in a dark world. As you walk through the process of a relationship, trust in the Lord to lead you and guide you. Seek His will as revealed in Scripture and you will not miss His best.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgResources Mentioned:- Tying the Knot by Rob Greene- Preparing for Marriage God's Way by Wayne Mack- CVI Hard Wiring- When Sinners Say I Do by Dave Harvey- I Still Do by Dave HarveySend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

This episode of the It Stands Written podcast answers the final question to be answered before getting married - the question of passion for your soon-to-be spouse. The unity of marriage is meant to be enjoyed between the man and his wife in ways they can express themselves. Sex was created by God to be enjoyed within a marriage. Take a look at the Song of Solomon as Justin and Braden walk through the story of Solomon and his love for his wife. As Solomon and his wife had accountability partners in place we encourage you listeners to do the same and to "not awake love before its time." Seek purity in your relationship now and if the Lord wills for you to marry the one you are with then enjoy one another in the marriage with the gift God has given you.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

In the penultimate episode of The Second Most Important Decision Of Your Life, Justin Erickson and Braden Zook provide the listeners with a straightforward practical piece of advice to heed before getting married. Wise counselors are those godly men and women whom God has placed into your life to see you and your heart. Lean into these wise people and seek counsel from them on your relationship as you move forward. The guys provide practical examples of questions to ask each other or to ask married couples. They encourage couples to do pre-marital counseling to answer tough questions that need to be addressed before putting a ring on the finger. We pray that you will seek after wisdom like silver and gold and once you've found it, never let go of it.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

In this week's episode of the It Stands Written Podcast the guys communicate about communication in the context of dating and marriage. Justin and Braden deliver a detailed explanation of the different kinds of communication. They differentiate the difference between filthy communication and edifying communication both talked about in the Bible. Many have said communication is a huge key to success in a marriage and the goal of this episode is to give you the tools and resources you need to fully succeed in this area. God has so strongly communicated to us in His Word and we must communicate back to Him and to our loved ones in a way that honors the Lord and builds up others.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgResources Mentioned:- The Living Waters Podcast Episode - Tips For Healthy Communication          - Spotify          - Apple Podcasts- Tips For Healthy Communication QuestionsSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

Welcome back to the It Stand Written Podcast as Justin and Braden further the discussion on questions to ask before making the second most important decision of your life. The guys talk about what it means to be a friend and how that friendship is crucial in a marriage. Marriage is not just a covenant of commitment but also a covenant of companionship. Justin goes into detail about how his wife has been his best friend throughout their marriage and how to cultivate as time goes on. As we look to Jesus as our perfect example of laying down your life for a friend we should seek to do the same for the one we hope to call our spouse.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgJustin's Journal Ideas:- What are their favorite things?- What do they not like?- What is your favorite Bible verse? Book? Character?- How has God created them?- Favorite attribute of God?- What do they love about Jesus?- What are their special needs?- What are their spiritual gifts?- What are the reasons you married them/want to marry them?- What are some memories you have made?Send us a Text Message.Support the Show.

In this special episode of the It Stands Written Podcast during Resurrection Week Braden introduces a sermon preached by Justin Eriskcon titled "Many Convincing Proofs". This episode is meant to prepare your hearts for Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday. This sermon focuses on the various amounts of proof that the Christian has to say with confidence that Jesus Christ has risen from the dead. We don't base our eternity on chance. We base it on the hard facts that have been presented to us throughout the world and Scripture. Keep your eyes fixed on the cross, trust in the resurrection, and look forward to the triumphant return of Christ.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgResources Mentioned:- DBC: Many Convincing Proofs - Acts 1:1-3Send us a Text Message.Support the Show.

Todays episode of the It Stands Written Podcast brings you the 3rd and final part of how men and women are meant to compliment each other in a marriage. Justin and Braden describe the role of the women in this episode with aim to encourage women to be the godly women described in this episode and for men to seek after her. As we saw in Part 1, the women is meant to be a helper suitable for her husband. What does that look like in real life? How can a woman become that person now? The guys dive into Ephesians 5, 1 Peter 3, and Proverbs 31 as Scripture should always be our foundation. These passages explain what a godly women is supposed to look like and how to behave in a marriage. While perfection is not possible in this life, let this episode encourage you that there is always room and ability to grow and to do so in love and forgiveness.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgResources Mentioned:- Mother’s Day Sermon - DBCSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

It is our delight to bring you this episode of the It Stands Written Podcast where Justin and Braden will discuss the role of the man in the marriage. As we saw from the previous episode, the man is the be the leader of the relationship. This episode will go into detail on what exactly that means and how that plays out in the life of a godly man. Are you seeing these things in your own life? Where can you grow? How can you lead? These questions are crucial to answer now before entering into the responsibility of leading a daughter of the King in a marriage.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

In this 3 part episode of the second most important decision of your life Justin and Braden will introduce the way that a man and a woman are made to compliment each other in marriage. As marriage is God’s design we go to His Word to see how His design is supposed to be lived out. Follow along in Genesis 2 and Ephesians 5 to see this design. Men and women both have roles in the marriage relationship. What are these roles? Are they different? How can they compliment each other? These are the questions the guys will be answering in this episode the following ones. See how Christ loves His bride and the beautiful mystery of marriage.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

On today's episode of the It Stands Written Podcast Justin and Braden bring to you the discussion of Christian sexual purity. This can be such a dangerous area that the strongest of Christians are even liable to fall. Listen to how you can apply practical pieces of wisdom from Scripture to stay as far away from sexual immorality as you can. Lust is not a problem that changes the moment you say "I do", so start cultivating habits and patterns of purity in your life at this very moment. God designed intimacy between a husband and a wife to be so pure and enjoyable. Do not let the passing pleasures of sin scar what God wants for you and your spouse.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

Welcome to the It Stands Written Podcast where this week's episode focuses on a foundational topic that will bless and sustain a marriage - love. Justin Erickson and Braden Zook spell out how God has defined love in 1 Corinthians 13. They look through each attribute of love and describe what it looks like in the Christian life. This world has such a corrupted view of what love is. Thankfully, the Lord has granted us the wisdom and resources we need in Scripture not to let a cloudy view fog our glasses. Search for these attributes in the person you are dating and be them for the one you hope to marry.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

Justin and Braden bring a fun yet sober episode regarding marriage and one's undistracted devotion to the Lord. Taking your eyes off Christ removes your gaze from the most beautiful and important thing to ever exist. To find a godly husband or wife is to find someone who helps and encourages you to turn your gaze towards Jesus and keep it there. Does the person you're dating do this for you? Or are they pulling your gaze away? Are you doing this for the person you're dating? Or are you hindering them? These are the questions that need to be answered before two sinners come together in unity.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgResources Mentioned:- When Sinners Say "I Do" by Dave HarveySend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

Welcome to this week's edition of the It Stands Written Podcast where Justin and Braden have an expository conversation about the Scripture in light of the marriage conversation. This week brings an eternally important topic regarding the Christians' focus on eternity. Paul lays out why our attention can be taken from Christ and put on earthly things and how we should view this life in light of the short amount of time we have here. If you are approaching marriage think about how you can better serve the Lord with your spouse and do not let a relationship deter you from your work for the Lord. Hear the men as they speak of ways to keep your focus on eternity and not let the troubles of this world slow you down.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

Contentment in Christ is the main focus in the episode of the It Stands Written Podcast. In a topic rarely discussed Justin and Braden talk about what Paul means in 1 Corinthians 5 where he says it is better to remain single. Is it wrong to pursue a marriage? Are we forced to stay single the rest of our lives? Find out in this episode on how to go about singleness in a biblical way. Wherever God has you He is working in you. Learn to be content in all circumstances, whether marries or not, just as the Apostle Paul was.Pick up lines:- I only know 21 letters of the alphabet. I forgot U R A Q T.- If I were designing the alphabet I would put U and I together.- If you were a tear in my ear I would not cry for fear of loosing you.- I don't feel the call to singleness. Do you?- I've lost my phone number. Can I borrow yours?- Why don't you go to church with me today. I hear there's going to be a love offering.- Can we get together and study the Bible? I would like to know what Paul meant when he said "Greet each other with a  holy kiss."- For the Calvanist: Before tonight I never believed in predestination.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.orgSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

What exactly does it mean to be eligible to be married? Well in this episode of the series of Christian dating Justin and Braden tackle the ins and outs of biblical divorce and address whether or not a Christian is biblically free to become one with another. Whether previously divorced or not this question is meant to challenge you to truly understand that marriage is a lifelong commitment - one man, one woman, one lifetime. If divorce has been your experience, let this episode bring you clarity on the steps to take moving forward.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.org.Send us a Text Message.Support the Show.

We are so glad to bring you this episode that starts off the list of questions to ask before making the second most important decision of your life. Justin Erickson and Braden Zook answer the first question - “Are you both Christians without a doubt?” In God’s design for marriage of one man, one woman, one lifetime He has also forbidden the Christian from marrying or even dating the dead - the spiritually dead. See why it is so important not to join the temple of God with the temple of idols. Let your heart not turn from God but rather towards Him because you’re with someone who pushes you further in your walk with Christ.If you were encouraged by this episode or have any questions you need answered please email us at justin@itstandswritten.org.Send us a Text Message.Support the Show.