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Harvest - The Joy of Joining with Jesus in His Kingdom Purposes

Harvest - The Joy of Joining with Jesus in His Kingdom Purposes

Today, our Harvest Sunday, we unpack Luke 10 and the Kingdom harvest that is plentiful - but do we actually believe this??
55:5524/11/2024
With Jesus - Neighboring Mind Shift

With Jesus - Neighboring Mind Shift

Today way look at how Jesus shifts our hearts and minds to rethink who our neighbors are, and where the harvest may be around us - through the story of the woman at the well.
44:2718/11/2024
With Jesus - Neighboring

With Jesus - Neighboring

As we spend time with Jesus today we will be in Acts 8, discovering how God desires to lead us in everyday life as we partner with Him to see His kingdom come.
49:2211/11/2024
With Jesus - Extending

With Jesus - Extending

One of the often missed pieces of discipleship in the modern church is the call for ALL disciples to extend Jesus into the world by the power of the Holy Spirit. Here we begin diving deeper into this revelation and truth that many, unfortunately, miss out on.
38:2004/11/2024
With Jesus - Growing Deep

With Jesus - Growing Deep

Those fully surrendered to Jesus are urged to be a living sacrifice - what does that mean, and how does that impact my daily life??
42:4227/10/2024
With Jesus - Growing

With Jesus - Growing

Here we spend time in Mark 6, seeing what it really means to "grow" as a disciple of Jesus. How does Jesus teach these disciples? Prepare them? Does he wait until they are fully equipped to send them out? All these questions and more we unpack today.
45:2921/10/2024
With Jesus - Engaging

With Jesus - Engaging

Today we ask the question of ourselves - "While Jesus is with me no matter where I am in my understanding of him, am I really with Jesus?" In other words, am I fully engaged or just a "disciple" in John 6 (hint: Jesus doesn't want you to simply be a disciple in John 6)?
40:3814/10/2024
With Jesus - Connecting Call

With Jesus - Connecting Call

Today we look at two different stories where people approach Jesus with the same question - "What must I do to inherit eternal life?". As we explore these passages, we will gain insight for all of us about what exactly Jesus expects of us when He calls us, who are willing, to connect with Him.
38:2007/10/2024
With Jesus - Connecting

With Jesus - Connecting

Today we see a few of the disciples, specifically Simon, move from exploring who Jesus was to connecting and committing to began following him.
47:3330/09/2024
With Jesus - Exploring!

With Jesus - Exploring!

Today we begin a series helping each person discern where they are in the process of becoming a Spirit-empowered missionary where they live, learn, work, and play. We start this series in John 2, where Jesus invites people to explore a relationship with Him, or in other words "to come and see".
42:3223/09/2024
The Word "With"

The Word "With"

Pastor Andy returns today from his 10 week Sabbatical and shares what the Spirit has stirred up in him over his time away.
55:4316/09/2024
Table Talk with Erin - Politics Session 4

Table Talk with Erin - Politics Session 4

Here we conclude our current time with Erin on the podcast as she gives us parting thoughts regarding how we engage in politics while keeping Jesus at the center of our hearts.
13:3513/09/2024
Testimony of God's Goodness in Brokenness - Erin Owens

Testimony of God's Goodness in Brokenness - Erin Owens

Today we hear a powerful story of a God who comes down to us when our enemies surround us. He meets us where we are, no matter who you are.
37:5309/09/2024
Table Talk with Erin - Politics Session 3

Table Talk with Erin - Politics Session 3

We further dive into Scripture today with Erin as she continues to equip us with new things to ponder in our hearts regarding how we engage in politics while still following Jesus.
10:2209/09/2024
Table Talk with Erin - Politics Session 2

Table Talk with Erin - Politics Session 2

Today we continue with Erin as she gives us new things to ponder in our hearts regarding how we engage in politics while holy following Jesus.
10:0106/09/2024
Table Talk with Erin - Politics Session 1

Table Talk with Erin - Politics Session 1

We join Erin as she gives us things to ponder in our hearts regarding how we follow Jesus as this relates to potentially engaging in politics.
06:5102/09/2024
Fireside Chat - 7

Fireside Chat - 7

Today we get to look at the fire available to all of us - the fire of the Holy Spirit. What does the power of the Spirit have to do with us today? Join Erin as we look at both the story of Pentecost and some of her own story.
48:2901/09/2024
Fireside Chat - 6

Fireside Chat - 6

Today we observe how Jesus redeems us in an extremely personal way, desiring to empower us to thrive.
38:5826/08/2024
Erin Owens: Faithful to the End

Erin Owens: Faithful to the End

Erin shares a word from the Old Testament on Solomon's life, and what this means for us today.
43:1222/08/2024
Fireside Chat 5

Fireside Chat 5

Today we see that God, in His love, gives us a chance to choose which fire we desire - the fire of the Holy Spirit or the unquenchable fire for the chaff.
33:0918/08/2024
Fireside Chat 4

Fireside Chat 4

Today we look at the book of Daniel - particularly when 3 people stand up to be brave, bold, and unwavering in their convictions as they believe in Yahweh.
47:3012/08/2024
Fireside Chat 3

Fireside Chat 3

Today we explore how God desires to be the pillar of fire leading us, even when we have actively turned our backs on Him.
34:2205/08/2024
Fireside Chat 2

Fireside Chat 2

Today we take a deeper look at the God who reveals himself in the burning bush, specifically how He created us.
49:0629/07/2024
Fireside Chat 1

Fireside Chat 1

Today pastor Bob helps us explore who God is, not just our creator but our personal God who sees us.
45:4721/07/2024
Guest Speaker

Guest Speaker

Today we have a guest missionary speaker sharing what Jesus desires us to hear.
38:5214/07/2024
Women in Ministerial Leadership - 1 Tim. 2:8-15

Women in Ministerial Leadership - 1 Tim. 2:8-15

Today we unpack our belief that women can be in ministerial leadership and actually see how this aligns with Scripture.
40:2407/07/2024
Courageous Faithfulness 4: The Two-Way Street in the Book of Joshua

Courageous Faithfulness 4: The Two-Way Street in the Book of Joshua

Today we unpack Joshua's final words to the Israelites, realizing they are deeply pertinent for us today - as we must still set aside all foreign "gods" and "idols"!
38:4330/06/2024
Courageous Faithfulness 3: The Two-Way Street in the Book of Joshua

Courageous Faithfulness 3: The Two-Way Street in the Book of Joshua

Today we get the privilege of seeing God's constant faithfulness to His people.
40:3024/06/2024
Courageous Faithfulness 2: The Two-Way Street in the Book of Joshua

Courageous Faithfulness 2: The Two-Way Street in the Book of Joshua

Today we unpack everything from gentiles being welcomed into Israel all the way to understanding God as He relates to war. However, in all of this we will see that God is for US and the question we must ask ourselves is simple - are we for Him or against Him?
54:3517/06/2024
Courageous Faithfulness: The Two-Way Street in the Book of Joshua

Courageous Faithfulness: The Two-Way Street in the Book of Joshua

Today we begin a new sermon series in Joshua, looking at chapters 1-5 while inviting Jesus to search our hearts for where we might connect in this grand story of God's.
48:2909/06/2024
Don't Go There: Politics Session 3

Don't Go There: Politics Session 3

Today we close out our Don't Go There series with a panel talking about the why, what, where and witness of each Christian as they engage politics.
59:3503/06/2024
Don't Go There: Politics Session 2

Don't Go There: Politics Session 2

Today we take some time to really analyze the language and actions of Jesus as they relate to politics (which is surprisingly much more often than many of us realize)! From here we begin observing some practical takeaways for all of us, wherever we are today.
43:0826/05/2024
Don't Go There: Politics Session 1

Don't Go There: Politics Session 1

Today we begin a focus where we jump into the Bible and look at how the Lord interacts with Politics.
39:2920/05/2024
Don't Go There: Sabbath Rest

Don't Go There: Sabbath Rest

Today we unpack what Sabbath rest looks like in Scripture and, more relevant for us today, how this can be implemented today.
50:3114/05/2024
Don't Go There: Stewardship

Don't Go There: Stewardship

Rich toward God: this is the heart our God desires us to have. A heart that cares not about the things of the world but the things of God. Pastor Bob helps us unpack different layers to stewardship of our possessions, time and so much more.
38:1506/05/2024
The Father's Heart

The Father's Heart

As a little mid-week opportunity for the Spirit to speak to us, we listen in to Erin Owens as she unpacks the parable of the prodigal son and the elder son.
38:5202/05/2024
Don't Go There: Wholistic Sexuality

Don't Go There: Wholistic Sexuality

Today we join Pastor Andy, looking at human sexuality, as we seek to live in the tension between grace and truth - just as Jesus did.
43:0129/04/2024
Don't Go There: Fasting

Don't Go There: Fasting

Today we look at a topic that both physically and mentally can make people uncomfortable - fasting. Join Gloria as we explore this biblically rooted idea across the pages of Scripture.
49:4222/04/2024
Don't Go There: Neighboring Like Jesus

Don't Go There: Neighboring Like Jesus

Pastor Raouf Soliman joins us today to share a timely, holy, and often challenging word - the call to neighbor to all people and be uncomfortable!
53:1515/04/2024
Don't Go There: Second Coming

Don't Go There: Second Coming

Today we begin our new sermon series Don't Go There - things the Bible talks about that the church often doesn't. We jump into this new focus by analyzing Jesus second coming. Is the rapture biblical? What is "tribulation"? Most importantly - are we ready for Jesus to return?
37:4407/04/2024
Stories of Jesus - He is Risen!

Stories of Jesus - He is Risen!

Today we hope you experience the life offered through Jesus, as we celebrate his bodily resurrection! His love, life and resurrecting power are available to you!
42:3801/04/2024
Good Friday

Good Friday

Here we experience "Good Friday" from the perspective of one very close to Jesus that fateful day he was crucified - the thief on the cross. Through a creative and Spirit-inspired retelling we are invited to experience the amazing love of Jesus afresh today.
29:3530/03/2024
Stories of Jesus - Palm Sunday

Stories of Jesus - Palm Sunday

Today we adventure together in the Palm Sunday story - where Jesus rides into Jerusalem on a...donkey?? Then he gets approached by some greeks? What is Jesus doing?!
38:4525/03/2024
Stories of Jesus - Luke 18 & 19

Stories of Jesus - Luke 18 & 19

Jesus gives us stories to share with people on the fringes and stories for disciples to reflect on. Today we look at some of both in Luke 18 & 19!
43:3417/03/2024
Stories of Jesus - Luke 15

Stories of Jesus - Luke 15

Today we ask for fresh ears to hear what Jesus would speak to us through the parables of the lost sheep, coin, and son.
42:1910/03/2024
Stories of Jesus - Luke 14

Stories of Jesus - Luke 14

Today we see Jesus interact with religious leaders in numerous awkward ways - pointing us to reflect on who we most honestly connect with in this story.
45:4804/03/2024
Towards Joy-Filled Wholeness: Joy and Janae

Towards Joy-Filled Wholeness: Joy and Janae

Today we have two amazing guests who have some beautiful wisdom to share with us. Also...Janae has a challenging scripture passage we dive into together. It's gonna be fun!
33:3029/02/2024
Stories of Jesus - Luke 11

Stories of Jesus - Luke 11

Today we prayerfully explore Jesus' parables on prayer in Luke 11.
35:3426/02/2024
Stories of Jesus - Luke 8

Stories of Jesus - Luke 8

Today we look at the parable of the sower with the hopes of helping us know more about our soil, as well as thinking through how we might be able to share this story with people around us.
48:2519/02/2024
Becoming a Life-Giving Orchard: John 17

Becoming a Life-Giving Orchard: John 17

Prayer. Moving from being a people who pray to a people of prayer.
01:02:4811/02/2024