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This week's episode explores Calvinism versus Arminianism, using Ephesians 1:11–14 as a springboard to unpack predestination, election, atonement, free will, and “once saved always saved.” Pastors Scott and Eric explain why their church rejects the five points of Calvinism (TULIP), emphasizing that Christ died for all people and that every person has genuine free will to accept or reject salvation.

Pastor Maritza teaches that Christians are chosen, redeemed, and sealed by the Holy Spirit, not just to attend church, but to live transformed, Spirit‑empowered lives for the praise of God's glory. She encourages us to fully surrender, lean into God's Word, and actively rely on the Holy Spirit's power to boldly confront darkness and impact our surroundings.

Pastor Scott teaches from Ephesians 1:11–14 that believers are chosen in Christ to live for the praise of God's glory and must deflect personal praise back to Him. He explains that at salvation every Christian is marked with the Holy Spirit as a deposit guaranteeing our future inheritance.

Pastor Eric's message emphasizes that God is the same faithful God of Scripture today, but His power is experienced when we relinquish control, humble ourselves, and fully trust Him. Using an inheritance story to explain Ephesians 1, he teaches that believers are chosen to glorify God, receive an eternal inheritance through faith in Jesus, and are sealed and helped by the Holy Spirit as a guaranteed down payment of that future hope.

In this midweek episode, Andrew, Pastor Scott, and Pastor Maritza unpack Ephesians 1:5–10 as a “benefits package” given only to those who are in Christ: being chosen, adopted into God's family, forgiven, freed from guilt and shame, and richly lavished with spiritual blessings. They explain how we can actually live holy and blameless lives, process past sin through Scripture, community, and making amends, and why it's unbiblical to say that everyone automatically receives these blessings without faith in Jesus.

Pastor Maritza shares a message on Ephesians 1:5-10, explaining that everyone who is “in Christ” receives immense spiritual benefits. Christ's salvation is offered to all people, not just a predestined few, and we are invited to personally respond in faith to Jesus.

Pastor Scott's message teaches that everyone who is “in Christ” receives rich spiritual benefits: being chosen to be holy and blameless, fully forgiven and redeemed from the bondage of sin, and able to know God's will because of Jesus' supremacy and sacrifice. He shares how Christ died for all people—not just a select few—and invites us to put our faith in Jesus and be adopted into God's family.

In this midweek episode, Andrew is joined by Pastor Eric, Pastor Rodney, and Life Groups Director Tonie to discuss the importance of biblical community and small groups, emphasizing that real discipleship, care, and spiritual growth happen best in smaller circles rather than just Sunday services. The team explains Group Link, the variety of groups available (including support, men's, women's, couples, and service-oriented groups), and encourages listeners to take a courageous first step into community for both their own growth and to care for others.

Pastor Eric's message encourages us to make intentional choices that help us grow closer to God instead of settling for spiritual isolation. He emphasizes that life is too heavy to carry alone, urging Us to join small groups for connection and support so our faith can mature.

Pastor Rodney's message challenges us to move from only sitting in Sunday “rows” to also joining relational “circles” in small groups, where real discipleship, mutual support, and spiritual growth happen. He emphasizes that life is too heavy to carry alone, God designed us for community, and every believer has a vital role and gift to contribute in a group.

On the opening day of GT Reading, Pastor Scott's message shares how the church exists to reach lost people with the gospel, to serve the community in the power of the Holy Spirit, and to live on mission for Jesus wherever God has placed us. It also calls us to keep growing as disciples who make disciples and to reflect Christ's love toward the world.

This midweek episode has Pastor Scott Kramer and Pastor Maritza Huertas joining Andrew to recap Pastor Scott's Sunday message on Ephesians 1:1–3, emphasizing how believers can discern God's will by living in holiness, abiding in Christ, and yielding to the Holy Spirit, rather than trying to earn God's love. They highlight that we are chosen, made holy, and freed from condemnation purely by God's grace in Christ, and encourage listeners to slow down in Scripture, develop deeper study habits, and enjoy their identity in Christ.

Pastor Scott launches a verse-by-verse study of Ephesians, urging believers to slow down in Scripture to discern God's will and embrace their identity as God's holy, faithful people in Christ. He emphasizes that through Jesus we have every spiritual blessing, including unmerited grace, deep inner peace, and free adoption as sons and daughters in God's family, and invites listeners to respond to that adoption.

This midweek episode unpacks this weekend's “One More Serving” vision message, stressing that every believer is gifted by God not just to consume but to contribute, and that serving is a key way God grows us and blesses others.

Pastor Eric urges every Christian to move “off the bench and into the game” by using their God‑given gifts to serve others in the church and beyond, rather than just consuming spiritual benefits. Drawing on Scripture and personal stories, he shows that serving is God's will, grows our faith, blesses others, and makes us conduits of God's love.

Pastor Scott's message emphasizes that every Christian has at least one God-given spiritual gift intended to be actively used to serve others, bless the church, and act as a conduit of God's grace. Serving is presented not as a way to earn salvation, but as a grateful response to the salvation already given through Jesus Christ, with a strong call to move from merely consuming to also contributing within the body of Christ.

Pastor Scott and Pastor Eric join Andrew to discuss Luke 15's parable of the lost sheep as a picture of God's heart to pursue every “one more” person and cast a vision for the church to carry that same burden all year, intentionally praying for and reaching out to the lost. They also explore common fears that keep believers from sharing their faith—such as rejection, not having answers, or making relationships awkward—and encourage practical, Spirit-led steps like asking good questions, sharing personal testimonies, and not ignoring God's promptings.

Pastor Eric teaches from Luke 15's parable of the lost sheep that God, the Good Shepherd, pursues every wandering person with joy, not condemnation, and that no one is ever too far gone for His grace. It challenges the church to celebrate every salvation, and to intentionally pray for and pursue “one more” lost or hurting person in their own lives.

Pastor Scott calls the church to embrace a year‑long vision of “one more,” mirroring the shepherd in Luke 15 who leaves ninety‑nine sheep to pursue and joyfully recover the one that is lost. Believers are urged to share God's burden for lost people and to passionately rejoice along with heaven when even one person repents and comes to Christ.

In this week's episode, Andrew and Pastor Maritza discuss the new "One More" series and Sunday's message on the Book of Jonah, emphasizing the importance of following God's call, even when it leads to uncomfortable situations or challenges personal comfort zones. They talk about themes of obedience, God's mercy, and the need to step outside comfort zones to better serve and reach out to communities in need.

Pastor Maritza's message on the book of Jonah explores God's mercy for all people, challenging us to break out of our comfort zones and share God's love and message of salvation with everyone, regardless of their background. She also shares that God is a God of second chances and urges us to respond to His call, using Jonah's journey as a reminder of the importance of aligning our hearts with God's compassionate purpose for the lost.

In this midweek episode, Andrew, Pastor Scott Kramer, and Pastor Dan Marcelin discuss Romans Chapter 12, focusing on verses 9 through 21 and exploring themes of sincere love, hating what is evil, and living out Christian values through the help of the Holy Spirit. They also discuss the importance of not seeking revenge, trusting in God's timing and methods, and maintaining spiritual fervor through daily engagement with scripture, prayer, and worship.

In this midweek episode, Andrew, Pastor Scott Kramer, and Pastor Eric Goldsborough take a closer look at the key themes from Romans 12:3-9, which include humility, unity, and diversity, emphasizing the importance of practicing humility to combat pride. They also highlight how discovering and using one's spiritual gifts is essential for serving others and fulfilling God's plan, reminding us of the significance of Bible reading and prayer in nurturing a Christ-centered life.

Pastor Eric's message emphasizes the importance of being aware of the spiritual battles Christians face, urging us to cultivate humility, unity, and to embrace diversity with Christ at the center of our lives. By renewing our minds through daily scripture reading and focusing on God's will, believers can counteract societal chaos and personal struggles, ultimately strengthening our faith and community.

Pastor Scott continues an exploration of Romans 12, emphasizing the shift from teachings on belief to behavior, focusing on three foundational pillars for a Christ-centered community: pursuing personal humility, valuing and pursuing unity, and embracing diversity within the church. The message also invites us to reflect on our personal spiritual gifts and take action to serve within the church, highlighting the call to live as a reflection of Christ's love and unity.

In the first midweek podcast of the year, Andrew is joined by Pastor Scott Kramer and Pastor Scott Nagle for a discussion on rebooting your thought life, focusing on transforming and renewing the mind according to Romans 12. They offer practical advice for managing emotions and overcoming negative habits, including the importance of taking thoughts captive and the dangers of seeking approval from others.

Pastor Scott kicks off the new sermon series, Rebooted, by encouraging us to begin the new year with faith and exploring the concept of mental renewal, focusing on Romans 12:1-2. He shares thoughts on how to transform our lives by renewing our minds and taking control of our thoughts to align with God's will through scripture.

Pastor Luke's message encourages us to embrace a daring faith in 2026 by living wholeheartedly for God, akin to the biblical figure Caleb, and challenges us to care, declare God's promises, and be aware of where God is leading us. It emphasizes the importance of trusting in God, sharing the gospel, and living a life worthy of our calling.

In this message, Greg Hubbard shares the importance of spreading the light of Jesus, especially during the Christmas season, by embracing the call to evangelize in a world filled with darkness. He encourages us to be proactive in sharing our faith, recognizing that Jesus is the only source of salvation and hope for a broken world.

In this week's message, Pastor Eric discusses overcoming fear with faith, using the story of Mary's encounter with the angel Gabriel as an example of finding the strength to face daunting challenges with trust in God. He encourages us to open our hearts to God, reminding us that nothing is impossible with Him and urging us to embrace our potential and the opportunities for faith-driven change in our lives.

In this week's message, Pastor Scott explores the biblical narrative of the angel Gabriel's announcement to Mary, emphasizing the significance of Jesus as the eternal Son of God and the fulfillment of prophetic promises. He encourages us to respond in faith and obedience to God's word, highlighting the vital connection between a reverent fear of God, divine favor, and the personal call to action we each receive from God.

Pastor Eric's sermon explores Jesus Christ as the light of the world, emphasizing how God entered human darkness in the most humble way possible and focuses on how light reveals truth, transforms lives, and cannot be overcome by darkness. He challenges the congregation to move beyond the commercialism of Christmas to remember that Jesus came not merely to inform but to transform.

Pastor Rodney's sermon emphasizes that Jesus Christ is the Light of the world who came to dispel darkness and transform lives. The pastor explores how Christ's birth wasn't just a sweet story but the most significant event in human history—God entering our dark world to bring hope, truth, and transformation. The message challenges believers to not only receive Christ's light but to walk in it daily and shine it to others who are lost in darkness.

Pastor Scott begins a new series focused on the biblical theme of light, illustrating how God's light, exemplified by Jesus, provides hope and direction in our lives, especially during times of darkness.

In the final midweek podcast episode of the year, hosts Andrew, Pastor Scott Kramer, and Pastor Luke Adams discuss the biblical principle of tithing, emphasizing its importance as an act of obedience and gratitude while addressing common questions and misconceptions about the practice. They explore the scriptural basis for tithing, the difference between tithing and generosity, and encourage listeners to begin systematic giving, whether it be a full tithe or starting with a smaller percentage of income.

Greg Hubbard shares a message on the concept of thankfulness as a powerful weapon for believers, drawing on Psalm 103 and other scripture passages to illustrate how gratitude can shift focus from negative circumstances to God's goodness, bring emotional resilience, and strengthen relationships. He encourages us to actively stir up a spirit of thankfulness in all situations, promoting peace, contentment, and a deeper connection with God, while emphasizing that thankfulness is a commandment and a key component in experiencing God's presence and blessings.

Pastor Scott closes the Money Talks series with a message on the importance of tithing as a biblical principle. Believers are encouraged to trust and test God by returning a tenth of their income to Him, fostering a mindset of stewardship over ownership and underscoring God's faithfulness in providing for His people.

Andrew is joined by Pastors Scott Kramer and Eric Goldsborough as they dive deeper into Sunday's message on trusting God.

Pastor Eric's message shares how misplaced trust in material possessions can fail us, suggesting instead that true fulfillment comes from faith in Jesus Christ. Emphasizing the importance of tithing, he encourages generosity and aligning one's financial habits with biblical principles to avoid the pitfalls of materialism and to cultivate a deeper relationship with God.

Pastor Scott reflects on the biblical story of a young man's encounter with Jesus in Matthew 19, emphasizing that wealth and personal qualifications cannot secure a place in heaven, but only faith in Jesus can.

In the podcast, Andrew is joined by Pastors Scott Kramer, Eric Goldsborough, and Scott Nagle to discuss the new sermon series "Money Talks," focusing on biblical financial principles like stewardship and the idea that God owns everything. They emphasize teaching these concepts to both new believers and youth, while addressing cultural pressures and sharing personal experiences about trusting God with finances.

Pastor Eric's message addresses the biblical perspective on money, emphasizing that God owns everything, and we are merely managers of His resources, responsible for using them wisely and generously. It challenges listeners to adopt a godly attitude towards wealth, encouraging them to prioritize eternal treasures over earthly possessions and trust God with their finances.

Pastor Scott explores the concept of "money talks," highlighting that God owns everything and that all possessions are His, urging us to adopt a biblical worldview and see ourselves as managers rather than owners of our resources. He encourages us to align our perspectives on money with biblical principles by understanding that everything we have comes from God.

In this midweek episode, Andrew and Pastor Scott discuss GT's annual Give Hope Project, which aims to serve the community through donations to local ministry partnerships, and delve into a deeper conversation about the biblical truths concerning judgment, rewards in heaven, and genuine motivation for good works. They explore how believers will be judged based on their faithfulness with what God has given them and stress the importance of examining the heart's motives when serving others.

The sermon emphasizes the work of Hope Rescue Mission in supporting individuals facing homelessness, urging community engagement and generosity while highlighting the importance of spiritual transformation. It encourages living a purposeful, missional life focused on deepening one's relationship with God and growing in spiritual capacity, primarily through private intimacy rather than public performance, to experience God's glory more fully in eternity.

In this episode, Andrew is joined by Pastors Scott, Rodney, and Dan to discuss themes from the biblical story of Jeremiah, emphasizing the importance of trusting God and prospering in difficult times. They encourage us to pray, have faith, and remain hopeful, highlighting the significance of God's promises and His ultimate plan for our lives.

Pastor Scott wraps up the series with a message on how the Old Testament prophets Isaiah and Jeremiah delivered God's messages of warning and hope to Israel, illustrating God's eternal and specific plans for His people, even in challenging circumstances. He encourages us to trust in God's plan, seek Him wholeheartedly, and embrace Jesus Christ for true fulfillment and a hopeful future.

In this midweek episode, Andrew, Pastor Scott Kramer, and Pastor Eric Goldsborough discuss insights from their recent sermons based on Jeremiah 18, focusing on God's role in shaping our spiritual lives, much like a potter with clay. They highlight the importance of practical teaching, providential relationships, private disciplines, and pivotal circumstances in growing one's faith. They also emphasize listening to the Holy Spirit daily, the value of staying spiritually pliable, and the transformative power of engaging in church and ministry activities.

Pastor Eric's message highlights the importance of learning from past mistakes and being open to God's transformative power through repentance, using the analogy of a potter reshaping clay to represent how God can restore us. He emphasizes that a soft, responsive heart invites God's grace and urges us to choose obedience and repentance to avoid the hardships that come from a hardened heart.

Pastor Scott discusses the biblical metaphor of the potter and the clay from Jeremiah 18, emphasizing the importance of believers remaining pliable and obedient in God's hands to invite His blessings, while highlighting the potential consequences of hard-heartedness and disobedience. The message encourages repentance, parental responsibility in spiritual upbringing, and the essential role of daily yielding to God's will.

Our guest speaker shares a powerful message on the responsibility we have to reach the world with the Gospel message.