Many Christians quietly wrestle with the question: “Am I really saved?” In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastors Jesse Randolph and Aaron Nicholson sit down with Benjamin, an elder at Indian Hills Community Church, to discuss assurance of salvation, doubt, false assurance, and the evidences of genuine saving faith. Together, they explore why sincere believers struggle with doubt, why assurance cannot ultimately rest in emotions or past spiritual experiences, and how Scripture point...

Anxiety is on the rise—but Scripture gives clarity and hope. What is anxiety? Is it always sinful? How do we tell the difference between worry and godly concern? In this episode, we walk through key biblical passages and give practical ways to respond with trust in God. 00:00 Welcome to the Sound Words Podcast 00:25 The Rise of Anxiety in America 02:38 Defining Anxiety Biblically 08:41 Is Anxiety Always Sinful? 14:48 Practical Steps to Respond to Anxiety 19:02 Running to God in Times of Troub...

What is God’s will for your life—and how can you know if you’re missing it? In this episode, we unpack one of the most common struggles Christians face: feeling lost when making big decisions. Whether you’re choosing a career, navigating a major life change, or wondering if you’ve made the wrong choices, this conversation brings clarity and biblical direction. We explain the difference between God’s revealed will (what He clearly commands in Scripture) and His sovereign will (what He has orda...

In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, we sit down with Dr. Gary Gromacki, Professor of Bible and Theology at Calvary University, to explore one of the most debated issues in Christian theology: Israel’s role in God’s plan. Does Israel still matter to God today, or has the Church replaced Israel? What exactly did God promise to Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—and who inherits those promises? We also tackle the question, “Who is a Jew?” from a biblical perspective, and consider whether Christia...

How do you raise children who fear the Lord in a culture that rejects Him? In this episode, Pastor Virgil Walker joins us to discuss what faithful, biblical parenting looks like today. Scripture places the responsibility of spiritual training squarely on parents—not the church or youth ministry. So what does that actually look like in everyday life? We talk about shaping a biblical worldview in a world of competing influences, building rhythms of discipleship in the home, and pursuing heart-l...

Why was Jesus crushed? Pastor Jesse Randolph unpacks the beauty and the sorrow of the cross in this deep dive into Isaiah 53. A must-watch for understanding the price of our redemption. Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a Bible teaching church in Lincoln, NE. Sound Words is also a partner of Foundations Media, a collective of Christian creators passionate about promoting biblical theology and applying it to everyday life. Learn more at https://foundationsmedi...

What does it mean that “it pleased the Lord to crush Him” (Isaiah 53)? In this episode, Pastor Jesse Randolph explains what was truly happening at the cross of Jesus Christ—not just physically, but spiritually. Why did the Father pour out His wrath on the Son? What was accomplished in those hours on the cross? And why was the resurrection absolutely necessary? This conversation moves beyond cultural Easter ideas and gets to the heart of the gospel. The cross was not an accident—it was the pla...

Ezekiel 40–48 contains one of the most detailed and debated prophetic visions in the entire Bible: a future temple filled with precise measurements, gates, rooms, ordinances, and even sacrifices. What exactly is Ezekiel seeing, and how should Christians understand this temple in relation to the end times? In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Dr. Jason Beals (Associate Professor of Theology at The Master’s University) explains the significance of Ezekiel’s temple and why it matters for ...

Many churches today focus heavily on the New Testament but rarely preach from the Old. What are we missing when the Old Testament is neglected? In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastor Rick Goertzen (Countryside Bible Church in Hampton, NE) explains why the Old Testament is essential for understanding the full message of Scripture. We discuss how the New Testament writers relied on the Old Testament, how key doctrines like holiness, covenant, sin, sacrifice, and redemption are roote...

Many Christians find the Book of Revelation confusing or intimidating. In this episode of the Sound Words Podcast, Pastor Thomas Baber joins us to discuss how pastors and Bible teachers can faithfully preach and teach through this important book. We talk about how to explain Revelation’s imagery without speculation, avoid common misunderstandings, and keep the focus on Christ’s victory and the hope the book gives to the church. Sound Words is a ministry of Indian Hills Community Church, a ...