Footnotes For Faith
Pastor Scott Fisher invites listeners to explore meaningful conversations that go beyond the pulpit, delving into contemporary issues through the lens of Scripture. Whether you're a believer seeking spiritual growth or simply curious about the Christian faith, this podcast aims to offer thoughtful insights and inspiration.
Episodes
53 episodes
Boasting in the Right Things
Can we be confident without being prideful? In this episode of Footnotes for Faith, Pastor Scott explores the fine line between humility and self-doubt. Through Scripture, he unpacks how true humility is about self-sacrifice, not self-...
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Season 1
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Episode 52
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19:02
Meet the Producer
In this special episode, Pastor Scott introduces the producer behind Footnotes for Faith—his son, Scott Jr. Together, they share humorous family stories, the origins of the podcast, and the challenges of growing up with a shared name. ...
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Episode 51
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19:38
How Spiritual Pride Hurts the Church
Why do so many see Christians as judgmental? In this episode, Pastor Scott breaks down how spiritual arrogance has hindered the Church’s witness & explores Jesus’ strong warnings against self-righteousness, using examples from the Pharisees...
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Season 1
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Episode 50
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19:06
Transactional vs. Unconditional Love
What does Scripture say about transactional love? In this episode, Pastor Scott explores the distinction between give-and-take relationships and the unconditional love that Jesus exemplified. He also unpacks the difference between loving others...
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Episode 49
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20:16
God Uses the Inadequate
Feeling inadequate? You’re not alone. So did Moses. In this episode, Pastor Scott shares his personal journey from teenage struggles to a call to ministry, highlighting God's ability to work through weakness.
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Episode 48
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20:02
The Mystery of Suffering
Drawing from Scripture, Oswald Chambers, and personal pastoral experiences, Pastor Scott tackles the tough questions around suffering in this week episode. Why does it happen, and where is God in the midst of it?
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Season 1
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Episode 47
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22:35
Lament vs. Murmuring
In this episode, Pastor Scott delves into the story of the Israelites' murmuring in the wilderness and its implications for Christians today. How do we approach God with honest sorrow while avoiding the pitfalls of complaining & rebellion a...
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Season 1
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Episode 46
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21:03
Mercies New Every Morning
Dive into the New Year with Pastor Scott as he explores the theme of renewal, God's steadfast love, and the power of engaging with Scripture daily.
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Season 1
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Episode 45
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20:23
Maura's Story
In this episode, Maura Fisher, Pastor Scott’s wife, shares her journey from growing up in a devout Catholic household to discovering a personal relationship with Jesus. Hear how her early questions about faith, struggles with addiction, and a p...
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Season 1
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Episode 44
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22:00
How Christmas Came About
Why do Christians celebrate Christmas on December 25th? In this episode, Pastor Scott investigates the historical and theological roots of this holiday, from early church defenses against Gnosticism to its overlap with Roman sun festivals. Shar...
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Season 1
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Episode 43
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21:41
Did Jesus Have Boundaries?
The tension between self-sacrifice and self-care is something many of us struggle with. In this week's episode, Pastor Scott explores the biblical and practical significance of boundaries. Looking to the example of Jesus life and ministry, we c...
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Season 1
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Episode 42
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20:34
Loving Our Enemies: What Does Scripture Really Say?
Love your enemies—but who are they, really? In this episode, Pastor Scott answers a listener’s question by delving into Scripture, offering insights into how we should interpret & apply this radical teaching to our daily lives.
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Season 1
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Episode 41
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21:48
Processing the Past
Reflecting on the past, particularly through the lens of the Christian faith, can be challenging—especially when it involves pain or trauma. What guidance does the Bible offer for understanding and processing our personal histories? In this epi...
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Season 1
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Episode 40
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20:44
The Gorilla Under the Porch
Fear is something we all struggle with & presents itself in many different ways. In this episode, Pastor Scott shares a personal anecdote from his childhood about the first time he recalls truly feeling anxiety. He then turns to the Bible t...
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Season 1
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Episode 39
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20:53
Embracing Mystery
Living a life of faith requires that we encounter & embrace mystery. In this episode, Pastor Scott discusses the reasons for this reality, why it's so important, & the real lesson we should take away from the Book of Job.
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Season 1
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Episode 38
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16:55
Remembering Dad
This weekend marks the 48th anniversary of the sudden death of Pastor Scott's father. In this episode, Scott shares the good times & important lessons his father helped instill in him, an act & cathartic process which has helped immense...
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Season 1
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Episode 37
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20:40
Dealing with Triggers
trigger (v) informal: to cause a strong emotional reaction of fear, shock, anger, or worry in someone, especially because they are made to remember something bad that has happened in the past. Getting triggered is something that happen...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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22:05
The Power of Our Words
Our words matter. They are powerful indications about what is actually going on inside of us. Jesus commented on this fact many times. In this episode, Pastor Scott shares some of those passages while giving some personal insights on his own jo...
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Season 1
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Episode 36
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18:58
Dry Seasons of the Soul
What do we do when we feel disconnected from God? Do these dry seasons of faith have a purpose? Is struggling like this normal? Pastor Scott tackles these questions & more with the help of C.S. Lewis in this week's episode.
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Season 1
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Episode 35
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18:27
Evangelical Christianity & Politics: What's our role?
With the 2024 Presidential election right around the corner, Pastor Scott discusses his view of the church's role during this tumultuous season. What exactly does it mean to be an evangelical Christian? Can there be unity despite our many diffe...
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Season 1
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Episode 34
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20:58
The Power of Being Present
Pastor Scott shares the reason for there being no podcast last week & how that experience prompted what he shares in today's episode. How do we support someone who is going through the grieving process? It's a simple question, but one we of...
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Season 1
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Episode 33
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18:06
Life's Many Chapters
In this episode, Pastor Scott shares a passage from one his favorite books of the Bible Ecclesiastes. He also recalls a powerful experience he had during a high school assembly about how to look at one's life in the context of a book with many ...
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Season 1
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Episode 32
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17:25
WWJD?
In this episode, Pastor Scott reads an email from a listener who shares their struggle in carving out daily alone time with God. He then dives into the history of the phrase & idea behind "What would Jesus do?" and how its impa...
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Season 1
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Episode 31
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21:01