Knowing God Transistor (https://transistor.fm) https://feeds.transistor.fm/knowing-god Conversations about God, His Word, and the Christian life. This podcast is a ministry of Church of the Good Shepherd in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Visit us online at goodshepherdws.com © 2026 Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem 39796867-711c-5fdf-813a-7dd1de0ac590 yes en Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:06:21 -0400 Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:07:10 -0400 https://www.goodshepherdws.com/ https://img.transistorcdn.com/rnTCsbBXIhbInIxlmwvur0qy-4D_ZykiH4ZYwtveFHk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:1400/h:1400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9hZDhk/YjEwNTg3ZTk2YzRm/NjZjZTk1ZWNmYTJi/MjAzZS5wbmc.jpg Knowing God https://www.goodshepherdws.com/ episodic Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem Conversations about God, His Word, and the Christian life. This podcast is a ministry of Church of the Good Shepherd in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. Visit us online at goodshepherdws.com Conversations about God, His Word, and the Christian life. Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem admin@goodshepherdws.com No No Ep 8 | A Biblical Vision for Hospitality 8 8 Ep 8 | A Biblical Vision for Hospitality full 9da5c55f-3371-4703-9fd6-141b9e373322 https://share.transistor.fm/s/c521a855 In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss the important topic of Biblical Hospitality.

We consider what hospitality is, why Scripture commands Christians to practice it, and how hospitality is connected to brotherly love within the church. We also discuss common misconceptions, practical ways believers can show hospitality, and how a culture of hospitality strengthens the life and witness of the local church.

Key Texts: Romans 12: 9–13; Hebrews 13: 1–2; 1 Peter 4: 7–11; 1 Timothy 3: 1–7; Titus 1: 5–9, and may others! 

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]]> In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss the important topic of Biblical Hospitality.

We consider what hospitality is, why Scripture commands Christians to practice it, and how hospitality is connected to brotherly love within the church. We also discuss common misconceptions, practical ways believers can show hospitality, and how a culture of hospitality strengthens the life and witness of the local church.

Key Texts: Romans 12: 9–13; Hebrews 13: 1–2; 1 Peter 4: 7–11; 1 Timothy 3: 1–7; Titus 1: 5–9, and may others! 

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]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem 2413 In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss the important topic of Biblical Hospitality.

We consider what hospitality is, why Scripture commands Christians to practice it, and how hospitality is connected to brotherly love within the church. We also discuss common misconceptions, practical ways believers can show hospitality, and how a culture of hospitality strengthens the life and witness of the local church.

Key Texts: Romans 12: 9–13; Hebrews 13: 1–2; 1 Peter 4: 7–11; 1 Timothy 3: 1–7; Titus 1: 5–9, and may others! 

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]]> Biblical Hospitality, Christian Hospitality, Hospitality, Local Church, Church Hospitality, Brotherly Love, Christian Love, Loving One Another, Hospitality Without Grumbling, 1 Peter 4, Romans 12, Hebrews 13, Opening Your Home, Serving the Saints, Fellowship, Christian Community, Life in the Church, Healthy Church, Gospel Hospitality, Practical Christianity, Christian Duty, Hospitality and Love, Church Culture, Reformed Baptist, Church of the Good Shepherd, Knowing God Podcast No Ep 7 | Core Value 7: Missions, Evangelism, and Mercy Ministry 7 7 Ep 7 | Core Value 7: Missions, Evangelism, and Mercy Ministry full 7e9068c5-524c-41b8-9137-e569c4912c44 https://share.transistor.fm/s/f0143974 In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss Church of the Good Shepherd’s seventh core value: Missions, Evangelism, and Mercy Ministry.

We consider the church’s calling to proclaim the gospel through personal evangelism, public ministry, missions, and church planting. We also discuss the importance of evangelizing our children, partnering with like-minded churches, and engaging in works of mercy that meet practical needs and commend the grace of God to a broken world.

Key Texts: Matthew 5:13–16; 28:18–20; Mark 10:13–16; Luke 10:25–37; Romans 10:14–17; 15:17–21; 2 Corinthians 8:1–7; Galatians 6:10; Ephesians 6:4; Philippians 2:14–15; 4:14–20; 1 Thessalonians 1:8; Titus 2:14; 3:8, 14; James 1:27; 3 John 5–8.

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]]> In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss Church of the Good Shepherd’s seventh core value: Missions, Evangelism, and Mercy Ministry.

We consider the church’s calling to proclaim the gospel through personal evangelism, public ministry, missions, and church planting. We also discuss the importance of evangelizing our children, partnering with like-minded churches, and engaging in works of mercy that meet practical needs and commend the grace of God to a broken world.

Key Texts: Matthew 5:13–16; 28:18–20; Mark 10:13–16; Luke 10:25–37; Romans 10:14–17; 15:17–21; 2 Corinthians 8:1–7; Galatians 6:10; Ephesians 6:4; Philippians 2:14–15; 4:14–20; 1 Thessalonians 1:8; Titus 2:14; 3:8, 14; James 1:27; 3 John 5–8.

Visit us online at Goodshepherdws.com

]]> Tue, 07 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem 2649 In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss Church of the Good Shepherd’s seventh core value: Missions, Evangelism, and Mercy Ministry.

We consider the church’s calling to proclaim the gospel through personal evangelism, public ministry, missions, and church planting. We also discuss the importance of evangelizing our children, partnering with like-minded churches, and engaging in works of mercy that meet practical needs and commend the grace of God to a broken world.

Key Texts: Matthew 5:13–16; 28:18–20; Mark 10:13–16; Luke 10:25–37; Romans 10:14–17; 15:17–21; 2 Corinthians 8:1–7; Galatians 6:10; Ephesians 6:4; Philippians 2:14–15; 4:14–20; 1 Thessalonians 1:8; Titus 2:14; 3:8, 14; James 1:27; 3 John 5–8.

Visit us online at Goodshepherdws.com

]]> Missions, Evangelism, Mercy Ministry, Great Commission, Gospel Mission, Personal Evangelism, Local Church Evangelism, Global Missions, Church Planting, Gospel Partnerships, Christian Missions, Proclaiming the Gospel, Reaching the Lost, Biblical Evangelism, Raising Children in the Faith, Family Discipleship, Gospel Ministry, Good Works, Ministry of Mercy, Christian Service, Caring for the Needy, Titus 2:14, Matthew 28, Romans 10, Galatians 6:10, James 1:27, Healthy Church, Church of the Good Shepherd, Knowing God Podcast, Reformed Baptist No Ep 6 | Core Value 6: Christian Growth Through Discipleship 6 6 Ep 6 | Core Value 6: Christian Growth Through Discipleship full 581402c3-da20-4517-9156-825365f2de9f https://share.transistor.fm/s/b52e79c7 In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss Church of the Good Shepherd’s sixth core value: Christian Growth Through Discipleship.

We consider what it means to be a lifelong follower of Jesus and how the local church helps believers grow in grace, obedience, and Christlikeness. We also discuss the means God uses to mature His people, including the ministry of the Word, prayer, worship, fellowship, baptism, and the Lord’s Supper.

Key Texts: Matthew 5–7; 28: 18–20; John 15:1–11; Ephesians 4: 1–16; Colossians 1: 28; 3: 1–17; 1 Thessalonians 4: 3–8; Titus 2: 1–5, 11–14.

]]> In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss Church of the Good Shepherd’s sixth core value: Christian Growth Through Discipleship.

We consider what it means to be a lifelong follower of Jesus and how the local church helps believers grow in grace, obedience, and Christlikeness. We also discuss the means God uses to mature His people, including the ministry of the Word, prayer, worship, fellowship, baptism, and the Lord’s Supper.

Key Texts: Matthew 5–7; 28: 18–20; John 15:1–11; Ephesians 4: 1–16; Colossians 1: 28; 3: 1–17; 1 Thessalonians 4: 3–8; Titus 2: 1–5, 11–14.

]]> Tue, 30 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem 2056 In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss Church of the Good Shepherd’s sixth core value: Christian Growth Through Discipleship.

We consider what it means to be a lifelong follower of Jesus and how the local church helps believers grow in grace, obedience, and Christlikeness. We also discuss the means God uses to mature His people, including the ministry of the Word, prayer, worship, fellowship, baptism, and the Lord’s Supper.

Key Texts: Matthew 5–7; 28: 18–20; John 15:1–11; Ephesians 4: 1–16; Colossians 1: 28; 3: 1–17; 1 Thessalonians 4: 3–8; Titus 2: 1–5, 11–14.

]]> Christian Discipleship, Christian Growth, Spiritual Growth, Following Jesus, Lifelong Discipleship, Christlikeness, Growing in Grace, Local Church, Church Discipleship, Means of Grace, Word of God, Prayer, Fellowship, Baptism, Lord’s Supper, Christian Maturity, Sanctification, Obedience to Christ, Abiding in Christ, Making Disciples, Great Commission, Matthew 28, John 15, Ephesians 4, Colossians 1:28, Titus 2, Healthy Church, Church of the Good Shepherd, Knowing God Podcast, Reformed Baptist No Ep 5 | Core Value 5: Meaningful Membership 5 5 Ep 5 | Core Value 5: Meaningful Membership full b08db2da-eb3a-4fb0-8443-15ba90320551 https://share.transistor.fm/s/bbbe8977 In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss Church of the Good Shepherd’s fifth core value: Meaningful Membership.

We consider why Christians are called to commit themselves to a local church and live in loving, accountable, and devoted relationships with one another. We also discuss the importance of the New Testament’s “one another” commands, the responsibility of churches to shepherd their members, and the biblical purpose of church discipline.


Key Texts: Matthew 18: 15–20; Romans 12: 1–8; 1 Corinthians 5; 12: 12–28; Ephesians 4: 1–16; Hebrews 10:2 4–25.

]]> In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss Church of the Good Shepherd’s fifth core value: Meaningful Membership.

We consider why Christians are called to commit themselves to a local church and live in loving, accountable, and devoted relationships with one another. We also discuss the importance of the New Testament’s “one another” commands, the responsibility of churches to shepherd their members, and the biblical purpose of church discipline.


Key Texts: Matthew 18: 15–20; Romans 12: 1–8; 1 Corinthians 5; 12: 12–28; Ephesians 4: 1–16; Hebrews 10:2 4–25.

]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem 1518 In this episode of Knowing God, we discuss Church of the Good Shepherd’s fifth core value: Meaningful Membership.

We consider why Christians are called to commit themselves to a local church and live in loving, accountable, and devoted relationships with one another. We also discuss the importance of the New Testament’s “one another” commands, the responsibility of churches to shepherd their members, and the biblical purpose of church discipline.


Key Texts: Matthew 18: 15–20; Romans 12: 1–8; 1 Corinthians 5; 12: 12–28; Ephesians 4: 1–16; Hebrews 10:2 4–25.

]]> Meaningful Membership, Church Membership, Local Church, Biblical Church Membership, Christian Community, Church Commitment, Church Accountability, One Another Commands, Life in the Church, Church Discipline, Regenerate Church Membership, Biblical Ecclesiology, Loving One Another, Christian Fellowship, Church Authority, Church Covenant, Body of Christ, Committed Relationships, Christian Discipleship, Healthy Church, Church of the Good Shepherd, Knowing God Podcast, Reformed Baptist, Baptist Ecclesiology, Congregational Church Government, Matthew 18, Hebrews 10:24–25, Ephesians 4, 1 Corinthians 12, Romans 12 No John Aiello Alex DiPrima Ep 4 | Core Value 4: Biblically Qualified Elders 4 4 Ep 4 | Core Value 4: Biblically Qualified Elders full 4dc8c2d2-17cc-4de1-8a77-613f9c05af2c https://share.transistor.fm/s/5241ef41 This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s fourth core value: “Biblically-Qualified Elders.” We discuss why elders are the God-ordained leaders of the local church, what the Bible requires of men who serve in this office, and how elders are called to teach, lead, care for the souls of God’s people, and protect the church from error. We also consider the importance of faithful shepherding, congregational affirmation, and the biblical pattern of a plurality of elders.

Key texts: Acts 6:4; 14:23; 20:28–31; Ephesians 4 :11–12; 1 Thessalonians 5 :12–13; 1 Timothy 3 :1–7; 4 :11–16; 5:17; 2 Timothy 2 :14–15, 24–25; Titus 1 :5–9; 2:7; Hebrews 13 :7, 17; 1 Peter 5 :1–4

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]]> This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s fourth core value: “Biblically-Qualified Elders.” We discuss why elders are the God-ordained leaders of the local church, what the Bible requires of men who serve in this office, and how elders are called to teach, lead, care for the souls of God’s people, and protect the church from error. We also consider the importance of faithful shepherding, congregational affirmation, and the biblical pattern of a plurality of elders.

Key texts: Acts 6:4; 14:23; 20:28–31; Ephesians 4 :11–12; 1 Thessalonians 5 :12–13; 1 Timothy 3 :1–7; 4 :11–16; 5:17; 2 Timothy 2 :14–15, 24–25; Titus 1 :5–9; 2:7; Hebrews 13 :7, 17; 1 Peter 5 :1–4

Learn more about our core values here:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/core-values

Visit our church website:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/

]]> Tue, 16 Jun 2026 06:00:00 -0400 Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem 2466 This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s fourth core value: “Biblically-Qualified Elders.” We discuss why elders are the God-ordained leaders of the local church, what the Bible requires of men who serve in this office, and how elders are called to teach, lead, care for the souls of God’s people, and protect the church from error. We also consider the importance of faithful shepherding, congregational affirmation, and the biblical pattern of a plurality of elders.

Key texts: Acts 6:4; 14:23; 20:28–31; Ephesians 4 :11–12; 1 Thessalonians 5 :12–13; 1 Timothy 3 :1–7; 4 :11–16; 5:17; 2 Timothy 2 :14–15, 24–25; Titus 1 :5–9; 2:7; Hebrews 13 :7, 17; 1 Peter 5 :1–4

Learn more about our core values here:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/core-values

Visit our church website:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/

]]> Church of the Good Shepherd, Good Shepherd Winston Salem, Knowing God podcast, biblically qualified elders, biblical eldership, church elders, pastoral ministry, church leadership, qualifications for elders, biblical church leadership, local church, shepherding the flock, pastoral care, feeding the flock, teaching the Bible, preaching the Word, church oversight, governing the church, protecting the church from error, elder qualifications, plurality of elders, congregational affirmation, pastors and elders, 1 Timothy 3, Titus 1, 1 Peter 5 No Ep 3 | Core Value 3: Confessionally Reformed and Baptist 3 3 Ep 3 | Core Value 3: Confessionally Reformed and Baptist full 217a5fac-2782-472a-9e34-b70170f130d0 https://share.transistor.fm/s/e46ee5d3 This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s third core value: “Confessionally Reformed and Baptist.” We discuss why the Bible alone is the church’s only infallible rule for faith and life, why creeds and confessions are useful summaries of biblical truth, and how they help preserve and pass down the faith from generation to generation. We also explain what it means for our church to be historic, Reformed, and Baptist, including our commitment to the Five Solas, the doctrines of grace, believers’ baptism, regenerate church membership, and congregational church government.

Key texts: Jeremiah 31: 31–34; John 17: 17; Acts 17: 11; Romans 1–9; Ephesians 1–2; 2 Timothy 1: 13; 3: 16–17; Jude 3

Learn more about our core values here:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/core-values

Visit our church website:
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]]> This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s third core value: “Confessionally Reformed and Baptist.” We discuss why the Bible alone is the church’s only infallible rule for faith and life, why creeds and confessions are useful summaries of biblical truth, and how they help preserve and pass down the faith from generation to generation. We also explain what it means for our church to be historic, Reformed, and Baptist, including our commitment to the Five Solas, the doctrines of grace, believers’ baptism, regenerate church membership, and congregational church government.

Key texts: Jeremiah 31: 31–34; John 17: 17; Acts 17: 11; Romans 1–9; Ephesians 1–2; 2 Timothy 1: 13; 3: 16–17; Jude 3

Learn more about our core values here:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/core-values

Visit our church website:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/

]]> Tue, 09 Jun 2026 06:50:00 -0400 Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem 2294 This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s third core value: “Confessionally Reformed and Baptist.” We discuss why the Bible alone is the church’s only infallible rule for faith and life, why creeds and confessions are useful summaries of biblical truth, and how they help preserve and pass down the faith from generation to generation. We also explain what it means for our church to be historic, Reformed, and Baptist, including our commitment to the Five Solas, the doctrines of grace, believers’ baptism, regenerate church membership, and congregational church government.

Key texts: Jeremiah 31: 31–34; John 17: 17; Acts 17: 11; Romans 1–9; Ephesians 1–2; 2 Timothy 1: 13; 3: 16–17; Jude 3

Learn more about our core values here:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/core-values

Visit our church website:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/

]]> Church of the Good Shepherd, Good Shepherd Winston Salem, Knowing God podcast, Reformed Baptist, confessional Baptist, confessional church, historic Christianity, Christian doctrine, biblical authority, authority of Scripture, Scripture alone, sola Scriptura, creeds and confessions, Christian creeds, Apostles’ Creed, Nicene Creed, Five Solas, Reformation theology, doctrines of grace, sovereignty of God, Baptist distinctives, believers’ baptism, regenerate church membership, church governance, local church, 1689 Baptist Confession, Second London Baptist Confession, Abstract of Principles No John Aiello Alex DiPrima Ep 2 | Core Value 2: Expositional Preaching 2 2 Ep 2 | Core Value 2: Expositional Preaching full 5bae50ca-66fc-4098-9a79-70266c5214d6 https://share.transistor.fm/s/5cc41f0b This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s second core value: “Expositional Preaching.” We discuss why the public preaching of God’s Word is central to the life and mission of the church, how God uses the faithful proclamation of Scripture to awaken and nurture faith, and why preaching should explain the meaning of the biblical text and apply it to the lives of God’s people. Expositional preaching brings the whole counsel of God to the hearts and consciences of men and women in order to exalt God, call sinners to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, and build up the church in holiness, Christ-likeness, and Christian service.

Key texts: Nehemiah 8:1–8; Psalm 19:7–11; Psalm 119; Isaiah 55:10–11; John 17:17; Romans 10:17; Ephesians 4:11–12; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:16–4:2; Hebrews 4:12–13; James 1:18; 1 Peter 1:23–25; 2:2; 4:11


Learn more about our core values here:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/core-values

Visit our church website:
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]]> This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s second core value: “Expositional Preaching.” We discuss why the public preaching of God’s Word is central to the life and mission of the church, how God uses the faithful proclamation of Scripture to awaken and nurture faith, and why preaching should explain the meaning of the biblical text and apply it to the lives of God’s people. Expositional preaching brings the whole counsel of God to the hearts and consciences of men and women in order to exalt God, call sinners to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, and build up the church in holiness, Christ-likeness, and Christian service.

Key texts: Nehemiah 8:1–8; Psalm 19:7–11; Psalm 119; Isaiah 55:10–11; John 17:17; Romans 10:17; Ephesians 4:11–12; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:16–4:2; Hebrews 4:12–13; James 1:18; 1 Peter 1:23–25; 2:2; 4:11


Learn more about our core values here:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/core-values

Visit our church website:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/

]]> Tue, 02 Jun 2026 07:00:00 -0400 Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem 2302 This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s second core value: “Expositional Preaching.” We discuss why the public preaching of God’s Word is central to the life and mission of the church, how God uses the faithful proclamation of Scripture to awaken and nurture faith, and why preaching should explain the meaning of the biblical text and apply it to the lives of God’s people. Expositional preaching brings the whole counsel of God to the hearts and consciences of men and women in order to exalt God, call sinners to repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, and build up the church in holiness, Christ-likeness, and Christian service.

Key texts: Nehemiah 8:1–8; Psalm 19:7–11; Psalm 119; Isaiah 55:10–11; John 17:17; Romans 10:17; Ephesians 4:11–12; 1 Thessalonians 2:13; 2 Timothy 3:16–4:2; Hebrews 4:12–13; James 1:18; 1 Peter 1:23–25; 2:2; 4:11


Learn more about our core values here:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/core-values

Visit our church website:
https://www.goodshepherdws.com/

]]> Church of the Good Shepherd, Good Shepherd Winston Salem, Knowing God podcast, expositional preaching, expository preaching, biblical preaching, preaching the Bible, Word of God, faithful preaching, Christian preaching, local church, church ministry, whole counsel of God, Scripture, sermon, sermon preaching, gospel preaching, biblical exposition, Reformed Baptist, repentance and faith, Christian growth, discipleship, holiness, Christ-likeness No John Aiello Alex DiPrima Ep 1 | Core Value 1: Biblically-Ordered, Congregational Worship 1 1 Ep 1 | Core Value 1: Biblically-Ordered, Congregational Worship full e6feeb28-27f0-49a3-bc24-70c0e4de1308 https://share.transistor.fm/s/4e6281b5 This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s first core value: “Biblically-Ordered, Congregational Worship.” We discuss why God alone has the right to determine how He is worshiped, why the Lord’s Day gathering is central to the life of the church, and why Scripture, prayer, singing, preaching, and the ordinances should shape corporate worship.

Key texts: Matthew 28​:19; John 4​:23–24; Acts 2​:42–47; 1 Corinthians 11​:23–26; 12​:12–14; 14​:26; Ephesians 5​:19; Colossians 3​:16; 1 Timothy 2​:1–4; 4​:13; 2 Timothy 4​:1–2; Hebrews 10​:24–25; 1 Peter 4​:11

Learn more about our core values here:
 https://www.goodshepherdws.com/core-values


Visit our church website:
 https://www.goodshepherdws.com/

]]> This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s first core value: “Biblically-Ordered, Congregational Worship.” We discuss why God alone has the right to determine how He is worshiped, why the Lord’s Day gathering is central to the life of the church, and why Scripture, prayer, singing, preaching, and the ordinances should shape corporate worship.

Key texts: Matthew 28​:19; John 4​:23–24; Acts 2​:42–47; 1 Corinthians 11​:23–26; 12​:12–14; 14​:26; Ephesians 5​:19; Colossians 3​:16; 1 Timothy 2​:1–4; 4​:13; 2 Timothy 4​:1–2; Hebrews 10​:24–25; 1 Peter 4​:11

Learn more about our core values here:
 https://www.goodshepherdws.com/core-values


Visit our church website:
 https://www.goodshepherdws.com/

]]> Tue, 26 May 2026 07:00:00 -0400 Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem Church of the Good Shepherd Winston-Salem 1657 This episode focuses on Church of the Good Shepherd’s first core value: “Biblically-Ordered, Congregational Worship.” We discuss why God alone has the right to determine how He is worshiped, why the Lord’s Day gathering is central to the life of the church, and why Scripture, prayer, singing, preaching, and the ordinances should shape corporate worship.

Key texts: Matthew 28​:19; John 4​:23–24; Acts 2​:42–47; 1 Corinthians 11​:23–26; 12​:12–14; 14​:26; Ephesians 5​:19; Colossians 3​:16; 1 Timothy 2​:1–4; 4​:13; 2 Timothy 4​:1–2; Hebrews 10​:24–25; 1 Peter 4​:11

Learn more about our core values here:
 https://www.goodshepherdws.com/core-values


Visit our church website:
 https://www.goodshepherdws.com/

]]> Church of the Good Shepherd, Good Shepherd Winston Salem, Knowing God, core values, congregational worship, biblical worship, corporate worship, reformed baptist, local church, Lord’s Day worship, gathered worship, regulative principle, preaching, prayer, singing, ordinances, Scripture reading No John Aiello Alex DiPrima