Living Stones

What does "an eye for an eye" actually mean and how should we understand it? In this episode, Pastor Siyoung hosts alongside Pastor Jacob and our intern, Hwihu as they dig into one of Scripture's misunderstood passages. What did it mean in its original context? And what does it look like to live this out today? And don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast on Living Stones (https://livingstonescornestone.podbean.com/) or follow us on YouTube(https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh_qrMU8kkdUBMfsaAefJmZBD9DlV9uIG) for more Christ-centered conversations!

In this episode, Pastor Siyoung is joined by Sam to sit down with our pastoral intern, Hwihu, where he shares his background, his journey of faith, and how the Lord has been at work in his life. It’s a simple but rich conversation about grace, calling, and the quiet ways God shapes a heart for ministry. And don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast on Living Stones (https://livingstonescornestone.podbean.com/) or follow us on YouTube(https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh_qrMU8kkdUBMfsaAefJmZBD9DlV9uIG) for more Christ-centered conversations!

It’s one of the hardest questions skeptics ask and many believers quietly wonder: How can a good and holy God command the destruction of entire peoples? How should we respond when people say the Bible promotes violence or genocide? What do we do with those hard parts of Scripture that seem to conflict with the character of a good and holy God? In this episode, Pastor Paul is joined by Pastor Jacob and pastoral intern Hwihu for a thoughtful conversation around one of the most emotionally and theologically difficult topics in Scripture. With pastoral care and biblical conviction, they explore how to think well about God’s justice, His purposes in history, and how to hold together the full counsel of God without flinching or flattening the truth. And don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast on Living Stones (https://livingstonescornestone.podbean.com/) or follow us on YouTube(https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh_qrMU8kkdUBMfsaAefJmZBD9DlV9uIG) for more Christ-centered conversations!

What does the writer of Hebrews mean when he wrote, "it is impossible [of those] to restore them again to repentance"? Does that mean we can lose our salvation, or could it mean something else? Pastor Paul sits down with Pastor Jacob and pastoral interns Andrew and Hwihu to wrestle with a challenging text. Whether you're battling doubts, ministering to someone who's wandered or just curious about how to read the hard passages, this conversation will press us deeper into Scripture and stir us toward confidence not in ourselves, but in Christ.And don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast on Living Stones (https://livingstonescornestone.podbean.com/) or follow us on YouTube(https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh_qrMU8kkdUBMfsaAefJmZBD9DlV9uIG) for more Christ-centered conversations!

Marriage isn’t built in grand gestures instead, it’s formed in the quiet choices, the humbling moments, and the grace that holds two people together day by day. In this episode, Davina sits down with Joshua and Caroline Strunk, one of our dear couples and members at KPCW, to share their marriage story. From how they first "knew", to what they’ve learned about communication, conflict, and covenant love, this conversation offers thoughtful encouragement and real-life wisdom for couples in every season. So take a listen! It’s rich, honest, and full of the kind of grace that reminds us God is at work in all seasons of marriage. And don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast on Living Stones (https://livingstonescornestone.podbean.com/) or follow us on YouTube(https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh_qrMU8kkdUBMfsaAefJmZBD9DlV9uIG) for more Christ-centered conversations!

Part 2 digs into a question that speaks directly to the rhythms—and ruts—of work life in Northern Virginia: How do we view work in a culture where we’re often driven, busy, and constantly scheduling life around our jobs… yet just as often grumbling about going back into the office, dragging our feet through the week, or settling for mediocrity instead of pursuing excellence? Pastors Siyoung, Jacob, and Paul help us reframe the way we see our work—not as a necessary evil or an identity to chase, but as a calling from God to steward with joy, purpose, and faithfulness. And don’t forget to subscribe to our podcast on Living Stones (https://livingstonescornestone.podbean.com/) or follow us on YouTube(https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLh_qrMU8kkdUBMfsaAefJmZBD9DlV9uIG) for more Christ-centered conversations!

Not everyone agrees on the question of who can be ordained in the church, but Scripture speaks clearly. In this episode, Pastor Siyoung, Pastor Paul, Pastor Jacob, and Hwihu walk through the biblical foundation for male church leadership. Why do we believe that pastors, elders, and deacons should be men? Is this just a cultural holdover or part of God’s good design? Join us as we unpack key passages, address common objections, and consider how a faithful church flourishes under God’s order.