Erin Olson

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Why Church Leadership Matters - Lessons from 1 Timothy 3:1-13

In today's podcast, Erin Olson discusses why church leadership matters as outlined in 1 Timothy 3:1-13. More important than charisma, stage presence, the number of followers, and the size of one’s ministry is character. Church leaders are called to be leaders who serve and run their households well.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Progressive Christianity - Is It Our Garden Moment?

I wonder today if those same words by Satan are being whispered in some Christian’s ears, “Did God really say?” Progressive Christianity is pushing a narrative that changes what God said is good and right according to His Word.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Two Things Are Necessary for Order in the Church

In today's podcast, Erin Olson discusses the two things necessary for order in the Church based on 1 Timothy 2: prayer and behavior. She asks these questions: What does your prayer life look like and what does your behavior reflect? 

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Three Things Every Christian Must Do for the Gospel - Lessons from 1 Timothy 1

1 Timothy was a personal letter written by the Apostle Paul to Timothy. Not only was it a personal letter, but it also serves as a handbook of church administration and doctrine. It was useful and encouraging for Timothy in his day, and it continues to be useful and encouraging in our day today. 

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Stop! Don't Allow Deconstruction to Fill Your Mind with Yellow Teaching

Deconstruction is a hot word right now in some Christian circles. People are claiming they want to fix the current cultural church by deconstructing what it is so they can reconstruct something they want.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: What Happens When You Change Love to Give?

Often times changing the word in a directive doesn't change the meaning; it simply provides clarity to the task. The two greatest commands Jesus said are to Love God; love others. What exactly is love and how can we turn it into action? Today's episode gets to the heart of God's love.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Five Ways to Grow in Your Faith in 2022

In today’s episode, Erin discusses the word the Lord has given her for 2022, “Growth.” As Christians, we should continually be growing and maturing in the Lord. We shouldn’t strive to increase the size of our faith, but to grow in our faith by being deeply rooted in Christ and His Word.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Roadschooling, Working and Writing in 488 Sq Ft of Space Is Possible! - Interview with Bethannah Guzman

If you think you can't roadschool, work, and write in only 488 square feet of space, think again! Erin talks with Bethannah Guzman in this episode about how her family sold everything and lives and travels full-time in their RV. This lifestyle helps them to see all of God's creation and share about Jesus and hope with others.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: How Do You Navigate Operating a Small Business and Social Media as a Christian? - with Crystal Buck

In today’s episode, Erin speaks with Crystal Buck, owner of Everlasting. We talk a lot about God equipping you for your calling, even if it looks different than what you thought you would be doing. We talk about owning and operating a small business, especially a business that relies on social media for getting the word out.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: What Do You Do When God Changes Your Plan While Living on Mission? - with Earl Hammons

In today’s episode, Erin speaks with Earl Hammons, missionary in the Dominican Republic, about all that he is doing in the Dominican Republic, how each of us can be encouragers to our pastors, what God has in store for him and his ministry in 2022, and how we can pray for him, his family, the pastors and their families, and the people of the Domi...

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Five Ways to Grow in Your Faith in 2022

In today’s episode, Erin discusses the word the Lord has given her for 2022, “Growth.” As Christians, we should continually be growing and maturing in the Lord. We shouldn’t strive to increase the size of our faith, but to grow in our faith by being deeply rooted in Christ and His Word.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Do You Feel Called to Podcast? - Interview with Misty Phillip of Spark Media

Practical Ways To Get Started Using Your Voice—In this episode, Erin Olson interviews Misty Phillip of Spark Media about podcasts and being faithful and courageous in what God is asking each one of us to do.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Discussing Heroin, Heartache, and Hope - Interview with Kathryn Inman, Author of Counting Spoons

In today's episode, Erin Olson will be discussing heroin, heartache, and hope with Kathryn Inman, author of Counting Spoons. Counting Spoons: A Memoir of Heroin, Heartache, and Hope is Kathryn's debut book which will be available in January or February 2022.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Are You Out Of Context

It is easy to take things out of context in this fast-paced world. However, as Christians, it is important that we live a life in context.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: A Christmas Prayer For You

Listen to this special Christmas prayer. 

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Are You Waiting or Are You Looking?

There is a difference between waiting and looking. In this episode, Erin Olson discusses the importance of knowing the difference not just in your own life, but in the lives of others.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: How Can You Simplify This Season?

Are you running on empty already this Christmas season? Tune in to this week's episode as Erin Olson discusses how you can simplify this season by focusing on Advent.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Are You Ready to Die?

In this episode, Erin Olson recounts a recent experience where she had to ask herself this question, “Are you ready to die?” Death is inevitable, and it is all around us. We can’t avoid it, but we must address it.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: It's All About the Spread of the Gospel (Acts 28)

Our goal as Christians is not to build our name or fortunes, but to share His name with those who need Him. This last chapter of Acts reminds us that our lives are not about us, but all about Him.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Saved by the Sandbar (Acts 27)

Paul, under the supervision of a centurion and aided by a couple of his friends, is put on a ship to Rome. Along the way, the ship encounters a horrible Nor’easter and is battered and broken. Miraculously, everyone survives. Paul received a message from the Lord during the storm about the preservation of life.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: If You Were Put on Trial Today, What Would the Charges Be? (Acts 24, 25 and 26)

Think of a time you were “put on trial” even though there were no charges against you and/or you were not found guilty of doing anything wrong other than being a Christian. What was the outcome?

THE DEPOT PODCAST: God Is In Control of All of Life’s Events (Acts 23)

Acts 23 exposes us to humanity, humility, and hope. Key verse – verse 11: “The following night the Lord stood near Paul and said, ‘Take courage! As you have testified about me in Jerusalem, so you must go and also testify in Rome.’”

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Obedience Can Lead to Pain and Suffering

In chapters 21 and 22, we see Paul heading to Jerusalem against the advice of the disciples. Paul wasn’t being disobedient to the Holy Spirit nor was he being disrespectful to the disciples. Paul simply knew the Holy Spirit wanted him to go to Jerusalem despite the fact he would endure pain and suffering.

THE DEPOT PODCAST: Are You a Leader, Follower or a Combination of Both (Acts 20)

In this week's episode, Erin Olson continues her teaching in the book of Acts chapter 20. Leaders and followers are not mutually exclusive but rather are dependent upon one another. Paul explains what it means to be a church leader in this chapter and provides an example to follow even still today.