Central Wired Podcast is a weekly podcast from Central Christian Church in Beloit, Wisconsin.
Psalm 90, written by Moses near the end of his life, offers profound wisdom for creating a meaningful legacy. Moses teaches us to number our days wisely, recognizing each day as an opportunity despite past mistakes. He reveals that true satisfaction comes only through God's unfailing love and presence, not from favorable circumstances. Moses also shows that when our work is done for God's glory, it gains eternal significance. Through Jesus, we can write redemptive life stories that continue beyond our lifetime, transforming ordinary moments into sacred opportunities that point to God's grace. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Life's challenges often leave us feeling incomplete and empty, leading us to seek temporary solutions that don't truly satisfy. The Holy Spirit, active since creation, brings genuine wholeness through freedom from instability, meaningful community with other believers, and lasting purpose. By surrendering to Jesus and making ourselves available through prayer, we can experience the Spirit's filling that transforms our emptiness into completeness. This divine filling enables us to live confidently, support others, and make an eternal impact. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Life's unpredictable challenges can leave us feeling spiritually wrecked and abandoned by God. Drawing wisdom from the disciples' experience after Jesus' ascension, we discover three vital tactics for navigating spiritual struggles: staying connected through consistent prayer, remaining driven through Scripture reading, and maintaining orientation through worship. These practices aren't merely survival tools - they position our hearts to receive from God. Even in moments of spiritual wreckage, God remains present and sovereign, working through His Spirit in believers today. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Life often leads us down unexpected paths, taking us away from where we intended to be in our relationships, emotions, finances, and faith. When we head in the wrong direction, we're essentially moving away from Jesus, yet He actively pursues us and walks alongside us, even when we don't recognize Him. Through Scripture and His presence, Jesus works to redirect our path and create a burning desire in our hearts for Him. By examining our lives, releasing our limited perspective, and intentionally pursuing Jesus, we can find our way back to the right path. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Failure can feel like drowning in a sea of shame and regret, but there's always hope for redemption. Through Peter's story of denying Jesus and his subsequent restoration, we learn that failure isn't our final destination. Jesus meets us in our lowest moments, offering restoration and renewed purpose. By embracing grace and letting go of shame, we can move forward from our failures into a life of renewed purpose and meaning. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Life's darkest moments can leave us feeling trapped and paralyzed by fear, much like being in a personal tomb. The resurrection of Jesus demonstrates His power over death and offers a transformative peace that shatters darkness, overcomes fear, and provides hope in seemingly hopeless situations. Through His Spirit, we receive the same power that raised Jesus from the dead, enabling us to leave our own tombs of fear and doubt. This divine power calls us to experience grace, live reflecting His love, and share hope with others. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Jesus's Last Supper provides essential lessons for spiritual preparation through three significant acts. Through foot washing, He demonstrated that true leadership stems from humble service. By establishing communion, He created a lasting connection of belonging with His followers. Through His prayer for Peter, He showed the enduring power of intercessory love. These actions teach us that when our hearts are filled with humility, belonging, and love, we're better equipped to handle life's challenges and serve others effectively. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Life's dark moments can leave us feeling trapped beneath emotional overcast, but Jesus's triumphal entry into Jerusalem reveals profound truths about finding lasting hope. Rather than arriving as an expected warrior-king, Jesus entered humbly on a donkey, demonstrating His mission of peace. As our Anointed Lamb, Prince of Peace, and Exalted Lord, Jesus offers hope that transcends circumstances. By focusing on eternal truth, recognizing God's presence in difficulties, and maintaining faithful praise, we can experience His light breaking through life's darkest seasons. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
True discipleship goes beyond merely hearing Jesus' teachings - it requires active engagement through sitting at His feet, bringing our struggles to Him, and offering genuine worship. Through Mary's example, we see that authentic discipleship involves making time to learn directly from Jesus, bringing our pain to Him, and demonstrating our faith through sacrificial worship. This transformative journey requires us to love others as Christ loved us and live differently than the world's standards. True discipleship isn't about perfect performance but about consistently bringing everything to Jesus. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
In the depths of darkness and despair, the story of Lazarus reveals profound truths about hope and divine timing. When Lazarus fell ill, Jesus's deliberate delay wasn't from indifference but purpose. His emotional response - weeping with Mary and Martha - demonstrates how God enters into our pain rather than merely observing it. Martha's even now faith, declaring trust despite circumstances, exemplifies the kind of belief that transforms darkness into light. Through this narrative, we learn that God's timing, while different from our expectations, always serves a greater purpose in bringing new life to seemingly hopeless situations. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Anxiety often stems from multiple distractions and overwhelming circumstances that can leave us feeling isolated and stuck, much like Zacchaeus in his tree. Through humility, recognizing God's loving intentions, and actively receiving His peace, we can find our way back to emotional stability. By releasing control, trusting in God's timing, and casting our anxieties onto Him, we can experience true peace. This journey requires intentional practice of humbling ourselves before God and choosing to trust His presence in our daily lives. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
When life leaves us feeling drained and inadequate, the path to fullness begins with gratitude. Just as Jesus transformed five loaves and two fish into a feast for thousands, He can multiply our small offerings into something extraordinary. By shifting our focus from scarcity to thankfulness and bringing what little we have to Jesus, we can experience His abundant life. The key is recognizing that while we may not have enough on our own, Jesus provides everything we need. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Spiritual blind spots, like pride, anger, and rigid religious thinking, can obstruct our view of what truly matters in our relationship with God and others. Through the story of Jesus healing on the Sabbath, we see how these blind spots prevented religious leaders from recognizing God's heart for people. Overcoming these blind spots requires asking God to open our spiritual eyes, choosing compassion over judgment, and intentionally looking for needs we might be missing. By allowing Jesus to heal and transform our perspective, we can begin to see and love people the way He does. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Life's broken moments can leave us feeling shattered and helpless, desperately trying to pick up the pieces alone. Through the story of the sinful woman in Luke's Gospel, we learn that true restoration comes through awareness of our need for Jesus, genuine worship, and finding peace in His presence. Jesus responds to our brokenness with complete acceptance, forgiveness, and transformative peace. Instead of trying to fix broken pieces alone, bringing them to Jesus leads to genuine healing and restoration. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Guilt and unforgiveness can create deep isolation and distort our view of God, others, and ourselves. Through the story of Matthew the tax collector, we see how Jesus demonstrates true grace by seeking out society's outcasts and offering unconditional love. This transformative grace involves a three-step journey: experiencing grace through a personal encounter with Jesus, embracing His invitation, and extending the same mercy to others. Just as Jesus offered Matthew a place at His table, we're called to experience healing through forgiveness and extend that same grace to those around us. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Discover the transformative power of maintaining an open heart through the ancient story of Daniel in the lion's den. Learn how daily spiritual practices can strengthen your faith and lead to extraordinary experiences of divine presence. This powerful message explores the importance of keeping our hearts open to God even in challenging circumstances, the impact of consistent prayer routines, and practical ways to resist emotional and spiritual shutdown. Topics include faith under pressure, spiritual disciplines, prayer habits, overcoming fear, trusting God in difficult times, maintaining hope in exile, spiritual courage, divine protection, and the power of consistent devotion. Perfect for anyone seeking to deepen their faith, establish meaningful spiritual routines, or find strength during challenging times. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Finding balance in life's challenges through biblical wisdom and spiritual guidance. Discover practical strategies for maintaining equilibrium when facing work stress, financial difficulties, relationship problems, and personal loss. Learn from the powerful story of Daniel 5 and understand the three essential elements of spiritual balance: reading, trusting, and obeying God's Word. Explore King Belshazzar's cautionary tale and its modern applications. Gain insights into how Jesus provides spiritual stability in unstable times. Perfect for anyone struggling with life balance, stress management, spiritual growth, biblical guidance, personal development, faith journey, emotional healing, and finding peace in chaos. Includes practical life applications and daily challenges for spiritual growth and maintaining balance in today's challenging world. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Discover the powerful principles of building unshakeable faith through the inspiring stories of Daniel and King Nebuchadnezzar. Learn the crucial difference between commitment and submission, and understand how pride can prevent genuine spiritual transformation. This powerful message explores maintaining strong faith through trials, developing deep spiritual foundations, and the importance of complete surrender to God. Perfect for anyone seeking to strengthen their faith, overcome pride, or navigate challenging circumstances while maintaining spiritual integrity. Topics include spiritual growth, faith building, overcoming trials, biblical examples of faith, pride vs. humility, spiritual transformation, and practical steps for spiritual development. Learn how to move beyond surface-level religious activities to experience genuine spiritual transformation through complete submission to God. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Finding strength during life's toughest moments through the inspiring story of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego. Discover powerful principles for maintaining faith under pressure and emerging stronger from personal trials. Learn how to transform challenging situations into opportunities for spiritual growth and refinement. Perfect for anyone facing difficult circumstances, relationship challenges, financial hardship, or personal crisis. Explore practical ways to maintain faith during adversity, build spiritual resilience, and find purpose in pain. Key topics include spiritual growth, overcoming adversity, faith building, biblical wisdom, personal development, crisis management, spiritual transformation, and finding strength in difficult times. Gain insights on turning life's furnaces into refining moments and maintaining unwavering faith despite circumstances. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Finding hope in impossible situations through the biblical story of Daniel and King Nebuchadnezzar. Discover practical spiritual habits for overcoming life's challenges and maintaining faith during difficult times. Learn how to transform your response to crisis through prayer, praise, and perspective. This powerful message explores faith, prayer, spiritual growth, biblical wisdom, overcoming adversity, trust in God, spiritual transformation, and finding peace in chaos. Perfect for anyone seeking guidance through difficult times, spiritual growth, or biblical understanding of handling life's challenges. Explore timeless wisdom from Daniel's example and learn how to apply these principles to modern-day struggles. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Building unshakeable faith during life's challenging seasons requires wisdom and strength. Discover powerful insights from Daniel's exile experience and learn how to maintain strong faith when everything feels uncertain. This message explores practical ways to overcome modern-day exile experiences like waiting seasons, loss, broken relationships, and career setbacks. Learn how to avoid common pitfalls of seeking stability in temporary solutions and instead build a foundation that withstands life's storms. Perfect for anyone facing major life changes, spiritual challenges, or seeking to deepen their faith journey. Topics include faith building, spiritual growth, overcoming adversity, biblical wisdom, Christian living, personal development, spiritual warfare, trust in God, life transitions, and finding purpose in difficult seasons. Gain practical tools for developing resilience and maintaining faith through life's ups and downs. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Christmas Eve service at Central. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
In this Christmas message, we explore the journey of the wise men who sought Jesus, a powerful symbol of hope and faith. The wise men, guided by a star, traveled 800 miles from Persia to Jerusalem, seeking the newborn king. Their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh held significant meanings: gold symbolized kingship, frankincense represented priesthood, and myrrh foreshadowed Jesus' sacrificial death. This story reminds us to place our hope in Jesus, not in temporary things like politics or finances. By seeking Jesus daily and responding with acts of generosity and worship, we can experience the living hope that transforms our lives. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Discover how life's scars, whether emotional, physical, or spiritual, don't have to define you. Through the biblical account of the shepherds who first heard the good news of Jesus' birth, learn how God's love and grace extend to everyone, regardless of their past. The shepherds, once considered outcasts, found hope and renewal in Jesus. Personal stories of transformation, such as a journey to Puerto Rico after a painful divorce, remind us that we are not defined by our scars but by God's love. Embrace this love and let it rebrand your heart, offering hope and a new identity. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Discover how to find peace amidst the chaos of life by exploring the story of Mary, the mother of Jesus. This Christmas, learn valuable lessons on trust, surrender, and faith from Mary's journey from Nazareth to becoming the mother of the Savior. Despite facing gossip, uncertainty, and the challenge of explaining her pregnancy to Joseph, Mary found peace by trusting God's promises. Her story teaches us that true peace comes from surrendering to God's plan, even when life feels tangled and chaotic. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Discover the inspiring story of Zechariah and Elizabeth, a righteous couple who found joy amidst years of unanswered prayers and societal shame. This sermon explores their journey from heartache to hope, highlighting the angelic message that promised the birth of John, who would prepare the way for the Messiah. Learn how their faith and patience were rewarded, and how their story teaches us to trust in God's perfect timing. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Discover the transformative power of thankfulness in this inspiring message on 'Gratitude vs. Attitude.' Thanksgiving is more than just a holiday; it's an opportunity to reset and recognize the blessings in our lives. Learn from the story of the ten lepers in Luke 17, where Jesus heals ten men but only one returns to express gratitude. This powerful narrative illustrates how gratitude can change our lives. Jesus sees, seeks, and serves us, and He desires our worship and gratitude. Reflect on your current attitude towards life's challenges and make a conscious effort to focus on what you are thankful for. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Unlocking the Doors of Our Hearts: A Journey of Generosity and Obedience explores the importance of opening every door of our hearts to Jesus, especially the door marked 'Generosity.' Using a childhood story of hidden messes, it highlights how keeping parts of our lives closed off can prevent true freedom and peace. The story of the rich young ruler in Mark illustrates that true obedience to God involves surrendering our hearts completely. Generosity should flow from love for Jesus, not obligation, and true peace comes from abiding in Him and recognizing His greatness. This message challenges us to reflect on areas in our lives that we keep closed off from Jesus and to shift our view of generosity from obligation to an act of love and gratitude. By abiding closely in Jesus, we allow His nature to be manifested through us, leading to a life of purpose, peace, and supernatural joy. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Discover the profound metaphor of building enduring walls in our hearts, inspired by a childhood memory and the biblical story of King Solomon. This message explores how life's trials test the strength of these walls and emphasizes the importance of constructing a legacy through faith and understanding. Reflecting on personal experiences and Jesus' teachings, it challenges us to build our lives on a solid foundation, focusing on five key areas: God's Word, worship, witness, work, and prayer. Learn how to secure your life in the foundation of Jesus and create a legacy that endures. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Explore the powerful lessons from the story of King David and the Ark of the Covenant in this week's message. Discover how misaligned worship can lead us astray and the importance of realigning our hearts with God's will. David's initial failure to bring the Ark to Jerusalem resulted in tragedy, but his subsequent realignment with God's instructions brought success. The Ark of the Covenant, a sacred symbol of God's presence, was central to Israel's worship and identity. Misusing it as a lucky charm led to dire consequences, highlighting the dangers of misplaced worship. Learn how authentic worship is about aligning our hearts with God's will, centering our lives around Jesus, and experiencing true communion with Him. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Discover the powerful lessons from David's journey in 1 Samuel 30, where he finds strength in God during a time of great despair. When David returns to Ziklag to find it destroyed and his family taken captive, he turns to God for guidance. Through prayer, David receives a clear direction to pursue the raiders, leading to a victorious recovery of everything lost. This story highlights the importance of seeking God's guidance, persevering through challenges, and embracing gratitude. Learn how to apply these principles in your own life to navigate moments of despair with faith and strength. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
In a world where we often turn to quick solutions for our pressing questions, the story of David from the Bible offers a compelling reason to commit to God's word. This sermon explores how David's unwavering trust in God's promises, even in the face of overwhelming challenges, brought him hope, peace, and deliverance. Learn how David resisted temptation, showed love to his enemies, and allowed God's word to transform his perspective. Discover the profound impact of reading and living by God's word, and how it can guide you through life's complex questions. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
In times of fear and uncertainty, life's giants can seem overwhelming. Drawing from the timeless story of David and Goliath, this message offers powerful insights on how to face these challenges with unwavering faith and boldness. David's example teaches us to be true to ourselves, equip ourselves with God's Word, and act boldly in faith. By embracing our unique gifts and trusting in God's provision, we can confront our giants with confidence, knowing that the battle belongs to the Lord. Reflect on the giants you face, immerse yourself in Scripture, and take bold steps forward, trusting that God is with you every step of the way. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Discover the powerful lessons from the story of David, a young shepherd anointed to be the future king of Israel. This message explores how God calls us to serve Him right where we are, even in our daily routines. Learn about our new series, 'Full Out,' which focuses on living a life fully committed to Jesus through engaging with the Bible, sharing our faith, worship, spiritual warfare, and serving in our daily roles. Reflect on how you can cultivate a servant's heart and align your desires with God's vision. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Discover what it truly means to go all out and full out for Jesus by exploring the life of King David. This message delves into the qualities of someone who passionately pursues Jesus, including delighting in God's commands, enjoying His presence, and giving selflessly. Learn how David's heartfelt worship, intimate relationship with God, and extravagant generosity can inspire us to deepen our faith and commitment. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
In this powerful narrative from the Bible, the story of David, Nabal, and Abigail offers profound insights into finding true satisfaction in our fast-paced and overwhelming lives. David, anointed to be the next king of Israel, was on the run and in dire need of provisions. When he sought help from Nabal, a wealthy but foolish man, he was met with insults and rejection. This pushed David to the brink of taking violent revenge. However, Abigail, Nabal's wise and humble wife, intervened by offering peace and provisions, reminding David of God's protection and his dependence on God. Abigail's actions point us towards Jesus, who offers true peace and satisfaction. This story challenges us to examine what we are feeding our hearts and to seek lasting fulfillment in Jesus rather than temporary fixes. By practicing peace, humility, and dependence on Him, we can transform our hearts and find true satisfaction. Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Youtube | Facebook | Instagram | Central Wired Website
Jake continues our series "Ordinary Heroes" (September 15, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Jake continues our series "Ordinary Heroes" (September 8, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Jake continues our series "Ordinary Heroes" (September 1, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Jake begins our series "Ordinary Heroes" (August 25, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Jake concludes our series "Superpowers" (August 18, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Jake continues our series "Superpowers" (August 11, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Jake continues our series "Superpowers" (August 4, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Jake continues our series "Superpowers" (July 28, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Jake continues our series "Superpowers" (July 21, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Jake continues our series "Superpowers" (July 14, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Jake continues our series "Superpowers" (July 7, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
David continues our series "Superpowers" (June 30, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Shannon begins our series "Superpowers" (June 23, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
Jake concludes our series "Jesus Is" (June 16, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram
David continues our series "Jesus Is" (June 9, 2024). Follow and subscribe to stay updated with our latest content: Central Wired Website | Facebook | Instagram