Harvest Bible Chapel

Threshing Floor

A Christianity and Religion & Spirituality podcast

About the show

Ever heard something about God online and wondered, "Wait, is that actually true?" You're not alone. Pastor Jeff Bucknam and Pastor Tommy Creutz dig into the claims circulating on social media, some a little off, some way off, and walk through what Scripture really says. Join the conversation on Jeff and Tommy's Threshing Floor.

Newest episodes

#006: Should I Sing That?

Nov 10, 2026 1 hr 20 min

You’ve sung it a hundred times. Hands raised, eyes closed, the band swelling into the bridge. But have you ever stopped mid-chorus and wondered, “Wait… is that actually true?” Today Jeff and Tommy put some well-known worship lyrics on the threshing floor, because what we sing shapes what we believe. This is Jeff and Tommy’s Threshing Floor. What’s true. What’s not. Why it matters. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Bumper: Jeff Cox Score: Nathaniel Dulski Vocals: Rylee Bucknam Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith Learn more about Jeff and Tommy's Threshing Floor at harvestbible.org/threshing-floor and email us at threshingfloor@harvestbible.org.

#005: I Hear from God

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 14 min

Apparently, the earth doesn’t move, God approves of having two wives, and one preacher is among the greatest storytellers who ever lived. At least, that’s what some very confident voices online are saying. On this episode of Jeff and Tommy’s Threshing Floor, Pastors Jeff Bucknam and Tommy Creutz respond to three viral clips. They look at geocentrism and how to read biblical poetry, polygamy and God’s design for marriage, and the line between spiritual gifting and spiritual arrogance. Can a verse in Psalms overturn astronomy? Can a dream override Scripture? And when does confidence become conceit? Grab a pitchfork and join us on the Threshing Floor. What’s true. What’s not. Why it matters. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff BucknamCo-host: Pastor Tommy CreutzSound design, mixing, and editing: Louis GoGraphic Design: Wesley CassfordSocial Media: Bryan SpahrProducer: Sherri Smith Learn more about Jeff and Tommy's Threshing Floor at harvestbible.org/threshing-floor and email us at threshingfloor@harvestbible.org.

#004 Denominate

Oct 27, 2026 1 hr 30 min

"Why is our church non-denominational? And what's the difference between all these churches anyway?" Jeff and Tommy hear those questions often, so this week they tackle them. They trace where denominations came from, why they keep splitting, and how to tell an honest disagreement from a dangerous error.Then they put that framework to work on three real clips from across the denominational map. What's true. What's not. Why it matters.Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff BucknamCo-host: Pastor Tommy CreutzSound design, mixing, and editing: Louis GoGraphic Design: Wesley CassfordSocial Media: Bryan SpahrProducer: Sherri SmithLearn more about Jeff and Tommy's Threshing Floor at harvestbible.org/threshing-floor and email us at threshingfloor@harvestbible.org.

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#006: Should I Sing That?

Nov 10, 2026 1 hr 20 min

#005: I Hear from God

Nov 3, 2026 1 hr 14 min

#004 Denominate

Oct 27, 2026 1 hr 30 min

#003 Christian (?) Nationalism

Oct 20, 2026 1 hr 19 min

"His winnowing fork is in his hand, and he will clear his threshing floor and gather his wheat into the barn, but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire" (Matthew 3:12). Some topics need that winnowing fork more than others, and Christian Nationalism might be at the top of the list right now. Many Christians are asking real questions about faith, citizenship, and where our ultimate loyalty belongs. Dr. Kyle Meeker, Pastor of Leadership Development at Harvest Bible Chapel, sits down with Pastors Jeff and Tommy to separate the wheat from the chaff. This is Jeff and Tommy's Threshing Floor. What's true. What's not. Why it matters.Some resources for further study. https://breakpoint.org https://albertmohler.com/the-briefing/ https://thepourover.org A book: Five Views on Christian Nationalism - At Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Views-Christian-Nationalism-Joe-Rigney-ebook/dp/B0H73GQJLV/- And a Debate / Discussion with Four of the Five Writers: https://albertmohler.com/2026/08/07/debate-which-way-america-al-mohler-doug-wilson-joe-rigney-paul-miller/ A paper written by Dr. Kyle Meeker Adam and the Tao: Common Ground for Social Betterment, with reflections on Christian Nationalism Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Dr. Kyle Meeker Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith Learn more about Jeff and Tommy's Threshing Floor at harvestbible.org/threshing-floor and email us at threshingfloor@harvestbible.org.

#002: Grok, Krick . . . Sick

Oct 13, 2026 1 hr 11 min

Grok. Krick. Sick. It sounds like a nursery rhyme, but it's no joke. Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming the place people go for answers about faith. At the same time, self-appointed apostles are gathering huge audiences online with promises of healing and deliverance. So what happens when Christians hand their discernment over to an algorithm, or to a personality? Jeff and Tommy dig into both. This is Jeff and Tommy's Threshing Floor. What's true. What's not. Why it matters.Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff BucknamCo-host: Pastor Tommy CreutzSound design, mixing, and editing: Louis GoGraphic Design: Wesley CassfordSocial Media: Bryan SpahrProducer: Sherri SmithLearn more about Jeff and Tommy's Threshing Floor at harvestbible.org/threshing-floor and email us at threshingfloor@harvestbible.org.

#001: And So It Begins

Oct 6, 2026 1 hr 18 min

Your social feed has a lot of opinions about God. Some are a little off. Some are way off. And some make you wonder whether anyone opened a Bible first. Grab your Bible, and join Pastor Jeff Bucknam and Pastor Tommy Creutz as they sort the wheat from the chaff. What's true. What's not. Why it matters. This is Jeff and Tommy's Threshing Floor. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith Learn more about Jeff and Tommy's Threshing Floor at harvestbible.org/threshing-floor, and email us at threshingfloor@harvestbible.org.

S16 | E4: The Grand Finale

Sep 8, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Everybody's got a story. Today, we're getting to know Joel Aurand, the new Student Ministry Director at our Aurora Campus. Joel spent ten years teaching at Harvest Christian Academy before stepping into this new role, and if you've never met him, this is your chance — to hear how he got here, what he's learned along the way, and what he's excited about now that he's shepherding students full-time. It's also a bittersweet one — this is the final episode of Conversations with Jeff Bucknam. But don't worry, we're not going anywhere. In a couple of weeks, Jeff will be back with his co-host, Pastor Tommy Creutz, for a brand-new podcast called The Threshing Floor—where they'll separate the wheat from the chaff on some of today's biggest biblical questions. What's true. What's not. Why it matters. We'll see you there. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Joel Aurand Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S16 | E3: Faith, Family, and Finances from Freckman

Aug 25, 2026 54 min

Everybody's got a story. Today Pastor Jeff gets to know Eric Freckman — a husband, a father, a financial planner, and a faithful Christ-follower and member of the Rolling Meadows Campus of Harvest Bible Chapel. Eric helps people make wise decisions with their money for a living. Today he's just here to have a conversation. Pull up a chair. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Eric Freckman Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S16 | E2: Matthew, Musical Theater, and Ministry

Aug 18, 2026 47 min

Matthew Bhushan just walked across a stage to collect his high school diploma. In a few days, he'll walk onto a college campus in Iowa for the first time. In between those two moments is a story about what it looks like to head into a new season with your faith intact — maybe even stronger than when you started. Matthew joins Pastor Jeff to talk about his relationship with Jesus, what he's learned so far, and what he's carrying with him into freshman year. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Matthew Bhushan Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S16 | E1: From Third Culture Kid to Ministry

Aug 11, 2026 57 min

Welcome to a new season of Conversations with Jeff Bucknam! Everybody's got a story — and this one might be one of the most personal conversations yet. Pastor Jeff sits down with his oldest son, Ethan Bucknam, who serves as Worship Director at our Crystal Lake Campus. He's grown up in ministry, lived on three continents, and has a front-row perspective on what it means to follow Jesus as a pastor's kid. This is a conversation worth hearing. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Ethan Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S15 | E7: Prison, Providence, and Pastoral Ministry

May 26, 2026 1 hr 3 min

Everybody's got a story. And today's is one of the most compelling we've had. Pastor Jeff sits down with Dr. Jon Kelly — Lead Pastor of Chicago West Bible Church, husband to Danielle, and father of three sons. Jon was born in Chicago and raised in Philadelphia. He's a graduate of Moody Bible Institute, Wheaton College, and holds a doctorate in Global Missions from Southern Theological Seminary. But what makes Jon's story remarkable isn't just his credentials — it's the road he traveled to get here. As someone formerly incarcerated, Jon's journey is a testament to the redemptive power of God. God had other plans for Jon Kelly. And today, he tells us about them. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Dr. Jon Kelly Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S15 | E6: Multinationalism, Medicine, and Ministry

May 19, 2026 1 hr 7 min

Everybody's got a story. And today's is a rich one. Pastor Jeff sits down with Dr. Lina Abujamra — a physician, an author, and a speaker who grew up in Lebanon, where she came to faith in Jesus Christ, before coming to the States to study medicine. The Lord has given her a platform that has encouraged countless people to follow Jesus — and today she shares some of that story with us. They also touch on a topic close to Lina's heart: women serving in ministry, and what that can look like in the local church. However you found this podcast today, we think you'll be glad you stayed for this one. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Guest Co-host: Wesley Cassford Guest: Dr. Lina Abujamra Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S15 | E5: The Moore You Know

May 12, 2026 1 hr 3 min

Everybody's got a story. Today's comes with a soundtrack — and possibly waffle fries. Pastor Jeff sits down with Eli Moore, a worship leader at Harvest's Elgin Campus and part of the Vertical Worship team. Eli's wife is also an owner-operator of a Chick-fil-A, which automatically makes this one of the most interesting conversations we've had. Don't miss it. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Guest Co-host: Wesley Cassford Guest: Eli Moore Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S15 | E4: The Apologetics of Hospitality with Paul Haske

May 5, 2026 50 min

What if hospitality isn't a personality trait — it's a theological conviction? Today, Pastor Jeff is joined by Paul Haske, an elder from our Elgin Campus, and they're unpacking what the Bible actually says about opening our lives and our homes to others. It's more than being friendly. And I think this conversation might change how you see your front door. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Paul Haske Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S15 | E3: Heresy Hunters with Tommy Creutz, Part 2

Apr 28, 2026 1 hr 12 min

Everybody's got a story. Today's goes back to the early church — a time when big questions about Jesus and human nature were being fought over, sorted out, and sometimes gotten badly wrong. Pastor Jeff sits down with his co-host Pastor Tommy Creutz for Part 2 of Heresy Hunters, exploring Legalism and Gnosticism — where these ideas came from, why the church rejected them, and why they still matter to ordinary Christians today. It's theology, history, and a little bit of a detective story all in one. Listen now. Executive Producer and Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host and Guest: Pastor Tommy Creutz Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S15 | E2: Heresy Hunters with Tommy Creutz, Part 1

Apr 21, 2026 55 min

Everybody's got a story. Today's goes back to the early church — a time when big questions about Jesus and human nature were being fought over, sorted out, and sometimes gotten badly wrong. Pastor Jeff sits down with his co-host Pastor Tommy Creutz for Part 1 of Heresy Hunters, exploring Arianism and Pelagianism — where these ideas came from, why the church rejected them, and why they still matter to ordinary Christians today. It's theology, history, and a little bit of a detective story all in one. Listen now. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host and Guest: Pastor Tommy Creutz Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S15 | E1: Introduction to Sign Gifts with Stephanie Geisler

Apr 14, 2026 1 hr 4 min

Everybody's got a story. And if you've spent any time in the church, you've probably encountered a conversation about spiritual gifts — maybe a great one, maybe an awkward one. Today, Pastor Jeff and Stephanie Geisler, Central Director of Women's Ministry at Harvest, open up 1 Corinthians 12–14 and dig into the sign gifts together. Honest, helpful, and maybe a little surprising. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Stephanie Geisler Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S14 | E8: Church Planting 101 with Kent Shaw

Mar 24, 2026 56 min

Welcome to Conversations with Jeff Bucknam. Today, Pastor Jeff sits down with Kent Shaw—a ministry leader who has spent years in the trenches of church planting and training pastors—to talk about what it actually takes to start a church. What does it look like on the ground? What do you wish someone had told you before you started? And what keeps church planters going when it gets hard? Grab a cup of coffee and pull up a chair—this is a conversation worth having. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Pastor Kent Shaw Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S14 | E7: What Should Churches Sing? with Moses Chun

Mar 17, 2026 58 min

On this episode of the podcast, Pastor Jeff Bucknam tackles an important question for every church: What should churches sing? Music shapes the worship, theology, and even the spiritual formation of a congregation. But how should churches decide what belongs in a worship service? In this conversation, Pastor Jeff and Pastor Moses explore the biblical purpose of congregational singing, what Scripture says about worship, and how churches can choose songs that faithfully point people to Christ. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Pastor Moses Chun Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S14 | E6: Why Should You Attend Church? with Jeff Thompson

Mar 10, 2026 1 hr 1 min

We often hear people say, 'I love Jesus, but I don't need the church.' But can you really have the Head without the Body? Today, Pastor Jeff Bucknam and Pastor Jeff Thompson dive into the theology of gathering. We’re exploring why 'attending' church is about so much more than a service—it’s about a calling, a community, and a spiritual formation that simply can’t happen in isolation. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Guest Co-host: Wesley Cassford Guest: Pastor Jeff Thompson Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S14 | E5: Catholicism vs. Biblical Christianity with Bill Ciofani

Mar 3, 2026 57 min

Are Catholics Christians? What are the key doctrinal differences between Catholicism and biblical Christianity? In this thoughtful and gracious conversation, guest host Pastor Dave Learned and Bill Ciofani help unpack the similarities, clarify the distinctions, and bring biblical clarity to an important question. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Guest Host: Pastor Dave Learned Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Bill Ciofani Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S14 | E4: Is Repentence Required for Forgiveness? with Pastor Brit Gilman

Feb 17, 2026 58 min

Can forgiveness exist without repentance? In this episode of Conversations with Jeff Bucknam, Pastor Jeff and Pastor Brit Gilman tackle this thoughtful and sometimes controversial question, examining what the Bible says about repentance, grace, and the heart of the gospel. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Pastor Brit Gilman Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S14 | E3: Why Are Christians Such Jerks Sometimes? with Ben France

Feb 10, 2026 58 min

Have you ever wondered why Christians—people who follow Jesus—can sometimes come across as harsh, judgmental, or just plain unkind? And if we’re honest… did the Church actually learn anything from Covid, or did it just expose what was already there? In today’s episode, we’re asking some hard but necessary questions: Why are Christians such jerks sometimes? And what did the last few years reveal about our faith, our witness, and our love for others? Ben France, from our Crystal Lake Campus, joins Pastor Jeff Bucknam as they talk candidly about lessons learned, mistakes made, and how the Church can reflect Jesus more faithfully moving forward. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Ben France Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S14 | E2: Deciding on Doctrine with Dr. Kyle Meeker

Jan 27, 2026 57 min

Welcome to Conversations with Jeff Bucknam. In this episode, Jeff is joined by Dr. Kyle Meeker for a timely and important conversation about deciding on doctrine—how Christians think about truth claims, weigh theological differences, and stay grounded when everything from secondary doctrines to conspiracy theories is competing for our attention. We’ll talk about how to discern what’s central to the Christian faith, what’s important but not essential, and how each of us has had moments where we’ve had to “shift our tent pegs” as we’ve grown in understanding. Along the way, we’ll reflect on real examples and offer practical wisdom for pursuing truth with humility, clarity, and faithfulness. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Dr. Kyle Meeker Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

S14 | E1: Are Mormons Christians? A Conversation with Cory Anderson

Jan 20, 2026 1 hr 0 min

Everybody's got a story! Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Cory Anderson, Campus Pastor at the North Shore Campus of Harvest, about Mormonism. Cory previously served as a pastor in Salt Lake City, Utah. Together they discuss the question, "Are Mormons Christians? " If you’d like to explore this topic further, consider these helpful books by Bill McKeever and Eric Johnson, available wherever you purchase books. Mormonism 101: Examining the Religion of the Latter-day Saints Answering Mormons' Questions: Ready Responses for Inquiring Latter-day Saints Questions to Ask Your Mormon Friend: Effective Ways to Challenge a Mormon's Arguments Without Being Offensive “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Pastor Cory Anderson Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 13 | Episode 9: Apologetics with the Apologetics Guy, Dr. Mikel Del Rosario

Dec 16, 2025 46 min

Everybody's got a story! Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Dr. Mikel Del Rosario, the Apologetics Guy and professor at Moody Bible Institute, about apologetics. Listen now. Pick up a copy of Dr. Del Rosario's new book: Did Jesus Really Say He Was God? BOOK INFO: https://www.ivpress.com/did-jesus-really-say-he-was-god You can also follow him on Instagram at @apologeticsguy. Listen to his podcast, The Apologetics Guy Show, wherever you listen to podcasts. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Dr. Mikel Del Rosario Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 13 | Episode 8: Truth and Relativism with Dave Learned

Dec 9, 2025 49 min

Everybody's got a story! Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Pastor Dave Learned, Lead Pastor of Care at Harvest, about truth and relativism. Listen now. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Pastor Dave Learned Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 13 | Episode 7: Women in Leadership in the Church with Stephanie Geisler

Nov 11, 2025 58 min

Everybody's got a story! Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Stephanie Geisler, Central Director of Women's Ministry at Harvest, about women in leadership in the church. Listen now. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Stephanie Geisler Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 13 | Episode 6: Jesus and the Resurrection with Dr. Christian Constante

Oct 28, 2025 54 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Dr. Jeff Bucknam talks with Dr. Christian Constante, Campus Pastor of the Rolling Meadows Campus, about Jesus Christ and the evidence of His resurrection. Show Notes Warner Wallace’s book: “Cold Case Christianity: A homicide detective investigates the claims of the gospels” and site: https://coldcasechristianity.com Dr. Gary Habermas’ book: “The Historical Jesus: Ancient evidence for the Life of Christ” and site: https://www.garyhabermas.com N.T. Wright’s book: “The Resurrection of the Son of God” William Lane Craig’s book: “Assessing the New Testament Evidence for the Historicity of the Resurrection of Jesus” Sean McDowell’s site: https://seanmcdowell.org “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Dr. Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Dr. Christian Constante Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 13 | Episode 5: Cultural Apologetics with Pastor Tommy Creutz

Oct 21, 2025 1 hr 0 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with his co-host, Pastor Tommy Creutz about cultural apologetics--applying Christian principles to contemporary cultural issues and engaging with popular culture. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Pastor Tommy Creutz Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 13 | Episode 4: A Bioethics Conversation with Dr. John Kilner

Oct 14, 2025 1 hr 1 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Dr. John Kilner about bioethics and a biblical perspective on beginning- and end-of-life issues. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Dr. John Kilner Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 13 | Episode 3: Pastor Ed Kang of Acts 2 Network (Live)

Oct 7, 2025 43 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Pastor Ed Kang, the Director of Acts 2 Network. Listen to learn more about Ed's story, the Acts2 Network story, and the incredible provision of Acts 2 Network's acquisition of our Elgin Campus! “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Pastor Ed Kang of Acts 2 Network Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 13 | Episode 2: The Existence and Nature of God with Dr. Kyle Meeker

Sep 30, 2025 44 min

Everybody’s got a story. This season, Pastor Jeff Bucknam is sitting down with guests to hear about some of their journeys and to delve into significant apologetics topics that matter for everyday faith. In this episode, Pastor Jeff talks with Dr. Kyle Meeker, who oversees Leadership Development at Harvest Bible Chapel, about the existence and nature of God and why that matters. Show Notes: Great resources include books by Joseph Holden and Sarah Enterline ('A Visual Guide to Biblical Apologetics'), Norm Geisler, and Josh McDowell ('Evidence that Demands a Verdict' and 'More Than a Carpenter') ‘Mere Christianity’ by C. S. Lewis. A classic, especially the first part: ‘Book 1. Right and Wrong as a Clue to the Meaning of the Universe.’ Some helpful videos summarizing the arguments discussed are available from the Reasonable Faith ministry and Dr. William Lane Craig. They are posted on YouTube. Search YouTube for the channel @drcraigvideos and these three videos: 'The Kalam Cosmological Argument - Part 1: Scientific’ 'The Fine-Tuning of the Universe’ ‘The Moral Argument’ Join the conversation and be encouraged by the evidence and the hope we have in God’s Word. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Dr. Kyle Meeker Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 13 | Episode 1: The Reliability and Authority of Scripture with Dr. Mike Vanlaningham

Sep 23, 2025 47 min

Everybody’s got a story. This season, Pastor Jeff Bucknam is sitting down with guests to hear some of their journeys and to dig into big apologetics topics that matter for everyday faith. In this episode, Pastor Jeff talks with Dr. Mike Vanlaningham, elder at Harvest Bible Chapel, about the reliability and authority of Scripture—why we can trust the Bible and build our lives on it. Join the conversation and be encouraged by the evidence and the hope we have in God’s Word. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Dr. Mike Vanlaningham Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 12 | Episode 3: Getting to Know Louis Go

Jun 10, 2025 56 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Louis Go, who serves on staff in the production department of Harvest Bible Chapel. Listen to learn more. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Louis Go Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 12 | Episode 2: God Gave Me a Voice

Jun 3, 2025 1 hr 7 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Zuri Alvarado, who serves on staff in Harvest's worship ministry. Listen to learn more. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Zuri Alvarado Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 12 | Episode 1: How to Fire Your Mother and Other Life Lessons

May 13, 2025 54 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Dave Putnam, who serves on staff as Central Process/Technical Director and attends the Crystal Lake Campus. Listen to learn more. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Dave Putnam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 11 | Episode 7: All Things Outdoors and a Girl Named Peyton

Apr 14, 2025 47 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Peyton Henderson who serves on staff at the Aurora Campus. Listen to learn more. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Peyton Henderson Sound design, mixing, and editing: Louis Go Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 11. | Episode 6: Bread, Camp, and Calling

Mar 18, 2025 1 hr 0 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Tommy Creutz takes on the role of host, and talks with Jeff VanderGiessen from Camp Harvest. Listen to learn more. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Co-host: Wesley Cassford Guest: Jeff VanderGiessen Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 11 | Episode 5: When Only God Could Write Your Story

Feb 25, 2025 57 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Jon Woodin who attends the Crystal Lake Campus of Harvest Bible Chapel. Listen to learn more. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Jon Woodin Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 11 | Episode 4: A Conversation with Richard Labib, Part 2

Feb 11, 2025 58 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks again with Richard Labib in part two of their conversation. Richard serves as an elder and attends the Elgin Campus of Harvest Bible Chapel. Listen to learn more. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Richard Labib Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 11 | Episode 3: Get to Know Pastor Derrick Puckett

Feb 4, 2025 52 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Pastor Derrick Puckett who serves as Senior Pastor of Renewal Church of Chicago and President of The Chicago Partnership. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Pastor Derrick Puckett Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 11 | Episode 2: For the Love of Reading and Jesus

Jan 28, 2025 57 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Enola McConville who serves as a vocalist in Harvest's worship ministry and teaches high school at Harvest Christian Academy. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Wesley Cassford for Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Enola McConville Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 11 | Episode 1: Have You Met Joey Pepper?

Jan 21, 2025 56 min

Welcome to the first episode of 2025! Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Joey Pepper who serves as the director of ministry, at the Chicago Cathedral Campus. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Joey Pepper Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 10 | Episode 3: The Honorable Councilman

Nov 5, 2024 50 min

Everybody's got a story. On this election day, listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Kollin Kozlowski who attends the Rolling Meadows Campus of Harvest Bible Chapel, serves as an elder, and is on the village council for Palatine, Illinois. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Kollin Kozlowski Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 10 | Episode 2: A Conversation with Mike Smith, Part 2

Oct 29, 2024 54 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Mike Smith, who attends the Aurora Campus of Harvest Bible Chapel. This is a special follow-up to their first conversation in Season 9. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Mike Smith Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 10 | Episode 1: The Girl with the Most Interesting Resume

Oct 22, 2024 54 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Samantha "Sam" Strawn, who serves on staff with Harvest Kids at the Rolling Meadows Campus. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Samantha Strawn Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 9 | Episode 8: The Other Mrs. Bucknam

Oct 15, 2024 56 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Rylee Bucknam, who serves on staff as a worship leader and attends the Crystal Lake Campus where she grew up. Listen to learn more. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Rylee Bucknam Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 9 | Episode 7: Two Kids from the Northwest Suburbs Following Jesus

Oct 1, 2024 1 hr 18 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Rob and Jen Stotz, who serve on staff at Harvest Christian Academy and attend the Rolling Meadows Campus. Listen to learn more. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Rob Stotz, Jen Stotz Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

Season 9 | Episode 6: Family, Finances, and Food

Sep 24, 2024 1 hr 4 min

Everybody's got a story. Listen now as Pastor Jeff Bucknam talks with Richard Labib, who serves as an elder and attends the Elgin Campus of Harvest Bible Chapel. Listen to learn more. “Conversations with Jeff Bucknam” is a production of Harvest Bible Chapel. Executive Producer: Wesley Cassford Host: Pastor Jeff Bucknam Co-host: Pastor Tommy Creutz Guest: Richard Labib Sound design, mixing, and editing: Wesley Cassford Graphic Design: Wesley Cassford Social Media: Bryan Spahr Producer: Sherri Smith

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Created by: Harvest Bible Chapel
Status: Active
Latest episode: Nov 10, 2026
Episodes: 106
Release period: Weekly
Avg. episode length: 56 min
Explicit: No
Language: English

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