Colmar Manor Bible Church, an independent Bible church situated on the Maryland side of the border between Washington, D.C., and Maryland.
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There are countless voices telling us what to believe about Jesus. Pastors, churches, podcasts, books, and social media all compete for our attention. But how do we know which voices we should follow? In Episode #86 of the Jesus Said That series, the pastors continue their verse-by-verse study of the words of Jesus in […] The post E86 | The Good Shepherd: Jesus vs. the False Shepherds | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | John 10:1–21 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
Can someone possess tremendous biblical knowledge and still remain spiritually blind? In John 9, Jesus encounters a man who had been blind from birth. While the man gradually comes to recognize Jesus as the Son of God, the Pharisees become increasingly hardened despite the overwhelming evidence standing before them. In Episode #85 of the Jesus […] The post E85 | The Blind Man Who Saw More Than the Pharisees | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | John 9 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
Can someone have the right family history, the right traditions, and the right religion—and still completely miss Jesus Christ? In this episode of the Jesus Said That series, the pastors continue our verse-by-verse study through the words of Jesus by examining John 8:37–59. Jesus confronts religious leaders who proudly claimed Abraham as their father, yet […] The post E84 | Resting in Christ or in Your Religious Heritage | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | John 8:37–59 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
What if the chains holding you back are the very things you’ve learned to live with? In Episode #83 of the Jesus Said That series, the pastors explore one of Jesus’ most challenging conversations in John 8:21–36. The people He confronts aren’t criminals, atheists, or obvious sinners. They’re respected religious leaders who are convinced they are […] The post E83 | Are You Free in Christ or Comfortable in Your Chains? | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | John 8:21-36 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
What happens when the Pharisees drag a woman caught in adultery before Jesus to trap Him? In John 8, Jesus responds with the famous words, “I am the Light of the World” — and shows incredible grace to someone guilty of sin. But is this powerful story even supposed to be in the Bible? Many […] The post E82 | Jesus the Light of the World: Grace for the Guilty | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | John 8:1-20 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
At the Feast of Tabernacles, the religious leaders want Jesus killed as the Pharisees try to arrest Him — yet right in the middle of their hostility, He stands up and boldly declares that He is the fulfillment of the entire feast. While priests are pouring out water and the crowds celebrate, Jesus shouts, “If […] The post E81 | Jesus Fulfills the Feast of Shelters and Divides the Crowd | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | John 7:25-53 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
Why does it appear that Jesus lied to His own brothers about attending the Feast of Shelters—telling them He wasn’t going, only to show up later? Also, why did His family pressure Him to chase fame and go public while He refused to be rushed? Join the the pastors as they look at John 7:2-24 […] The post E80 | Did Jesus Lie to His Brothers About the Feast of Shelters? | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | John 7:2–24 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
What does true greatness look like in God’s Kingdom? When someone sins against you, do you talk to them… or talk about them? How many times should you forgive your brother or sister? Jesus gives clear teaching on confrontation, restoration, and unlimited forgiveness that can transform every relationship in your life. If you’ve ever struggled […] The post E79 | Kingdom Greatness – What Jesus Teaches About Confrontation and Forgiveness | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | Matthew 18:15-35 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
Before Jesus rode into Jerusalem on Palm Sunday, He told a parable about a King who left His servants in charge—then came back to settle accounts. In this challenging message, Pastor Kenny Burge Jr. asks the hard question every believer must face: Will you hear “Well done”… or stand before the King empty-handed? The post Are You Ready To Meet The King – Faithful & Unashamed | Luke 19:11-27 (Palm Sunday) | Pastor Kenny Burge Jr. appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
In this episode of the Jesus Said That series, Jesus explains who will be great in the Kingdom of God, using a humble child as a living illustration to challenge the disciples’ ideas of status and power. The podcast explores the major themes Jesus teaches in this passage, including the kind of faith required to […] The post E78 | Youth Pastors Beware: Jesus Teachings on Children & The Kingdom | Matthew 18:1-14 | Mark 9:33-50 | Luke 9:46-48 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
When you read your Bible carefully, it becomes clear that the system known as Calvinism doesn’t line up with the full teaching of Scripture. In “Calvinism is Stupid: Part Two – TULIP Exposed,” Pastor Kenny Burge Jr. walks through the five points of TULIP and examines how they’re often supported by verses taken out of […] The post Calvinism is Stupid – Part #2 Tulip (& Romans 9) – Exposing the Calvinist Playbook appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
Pastor Kenny Burge Jr. examines the sneaky way Calvinism redefines biblical words like SOVEREIGNTY, GRACE, ELECTION, and FAITH to fit its system—while keeping the same familiar terms. Have you ever wondered why Calvinist teachings sound biblical at first… but feel off when you dig deeper? Watch as we compare plain biblical truths to the Calvinistic […] The post Calvinism is Stupid – Part #1 Redefining Words – Exposing the Calvinist Playbook appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
What happens when the King of the universe gets slapped with a Temple tax He doesn’t owe… and why is His entire inner circle basically a bunch of teenagers? Join the pastors as they look at Jesus’ second death warning, Peter’s awkward tax-collector showdown, and the miracle of a coin pulled from a fish’s mouth. […] The post E77 | Jesus’ Teenage Disciples and the Tax He Didn’t Owe | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | Matthew 17:22–27 | Mark 9:30–32 | Luke 9:43–45 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
In episode four, the pastors discuss whether Christians should date or marry non-believers. They explain if God forbids the church from consuming blood today. They address the true identity of the Nephilim and if they were angel-human hybrids. They explore the significance of the number 7 in the book of Revelation. As a bonus Pastor […] The post Special 4 | Answering Your Questions Over Coffee | Marrying Unbelievers | Nephilim | Food with Blood | The #7 in The Bible appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
If you’ve ever wondered why your spiritual life feels drained, why prayer seems ineffective, or how to stay connected to God in the middle of real-world struggles, this episode will help you see why Jesus wins battles when His followers often don’t. Walking verse by verse through Matthew 17:14–21, Mark 9:14–29, and Luke 9:37–42, we […] The post E76 | Why Christians Lose Battles & How Jesus Wins Them | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | Matthew 17:14-21 | Mark 9:14-29 | Luke 9:37-42 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
Ever felt like you just had an amazing spiritual high — a breakthrough prayer time, heartfelt worship – or a season where everything felt perfect—and you wanted to freeze it forever? That’s exactly what Peter tried to do when Jesus was suddenly blazing with glory on the mountain, with Moses and Elijah right there! In […] The post E75 |The Transfiguration: A Glimpse of Glory While Walking to the Cross | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | Matthew 17 | Mark 9 | Luke 9 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
What did Jesus mean when He told His disciples to take up their cross— was this about discipleship of salvation? Can Someone Be A Disciple Without Being Saved? Why would the promised King speak openly about rejection, death, and loss? And how did the disciples misunderstand what kind of Messiah Jesus truly is? Is Jesus […] The post E74 | Take Up Your Cross: The Cost of Discipleship Not Salvation | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | Matthew 16:21–28 | Mark 8:31–9:1 | Luke 9:22–27 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
In episode three the pastors explore whether forgiveness always means reconnecting with someone who keeps hurting you, and what the Bible really teaches about boundaries and reconciliation. Then they tackle a question from a curious young listener about whether Hell has different “levels,” and how that relates to different religions around the world. Next, they […] The post Special 3 | Answering Your Questions Over Coffee | Forgiveness vs Reconciliation | Value of Women in Bible appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
Have you ever had a moment when something finally made sense after being confusing for a long time? In this episode, we look at two moments in the Gospels: a blind man who can only see a little at first, and Peter, who suddenly realizes who Jesus really is. What does this tell us about […] The post E73 | Who’s the Rock? What Are the Keys? And How Do I See Jesus Clearly? | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | Matthew 16:13–20 | Mark 8:22–30 | Luke 9:18–21 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
In this episode, the pastors look into two powerful Bible questions—what does it really mean to be elect or chosen, and why does Isaiah speak of a people “blind and deaf” yet called to testify for God? Blending Scripture, humor, and heartfelt conversation, this father-and-son team brings deep theology down to earth in a way […] The post Special 2 | Answering Your Questions Over Coffee | Election & Being Chosen | Marriage | Ministry Calling appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
Have you ever missed what Jesus was trying to show you because you were too focused on your problems? In this episode of The Father and Son Pastor Podcast, Jesus warns, “Beware the yeast of the Pharisees and Sadducees.” Why were religious leaders demanding another sign when they’d already seen miracles? What does “yeast” represent […] The post E72 | From Weather Reports to Forgotten Bread: No One Understands Jesus | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | Matthew 16:1–12 | Mark 8:11–21 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
From the creators of the Father & Son Pastoral Podcast, Pastors Ken Burge Sr. and Kenny Burge Jr. return with a brand-new series — Your Questions Answered Over Coffee. In this first episode, the father-and-son duo sit down with their mugs and Bibles to tackle two listener-submitted Bible questions about Heaven, eternity, and prayer. Each […] The post Special 1 | Answering Your Questions Over Coffee | Heaven VS The Kingdom & New Earth | Prayer & The Devil | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
Do you ever feel faithful but completely worn out—like you’re following Jesus but running on empty? Christians today can also grow weary from service and feel discouraged by tragic events in the world—such as the recent death of Charlie Kirk, which reminds us how fragile life is and how deeply broken the world remains. You’re […] The post E71 | Burned Out But Cared For: Jesus Feeds the 4,000 | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | Matthew 15:32-39 & Mark 8:1-10 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
Why in Matthew does Jesus heal in front of huge crowds, but in Mark’s account He often does it in private? And why does He use spit to heal a man? Was there a cultural or historical reason, and what does it reveal about His compassion? In episode #70 of Jesus Said That, “Spit, Signs, […] The post E70 | Spit, Signs, and Perfect Healing: Jesus’ Heart for The Hurting | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | Matthew 15:29–31 | Mark 7:31–37 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
She had no status, no connections, and every reason to be ignored—yet she refused to give up. In a world that seemed closed to her, she pressed forward with bold determination, reaching out in desperation and faith. What follows is one of the most unexpected and powerful encounters recorded in the Gospels, a story that […] The post E69 | Seeking Crumbs of Grace: The Woman Who Had Nothing But Faith | Father & Son Pastoral Podcast | Matthew 15:21–28 | Mark 7:24–30 appeared first on Colmar Manor Bible Church - Maryland.
