Purpose HSM Podcast

Enjoy this devotional and series of testimonies from Jamal Bey-McKissick, Scarlett Charlebois, Carolyn Louis, Emma Lee, and Cole Burdett—our very own student leaders here at HSM!

Enjoy this devotional given by Katerina Toland, one of our very own sophomore girls and student leaders here at HSM!

Last week we discussed what the Bible says about LGBTQIA+ relationships. This week, we heard a testimony from someone in our Purpose Church family about trusting God with same-sex attraction. We also answered some of your questions from last week, and discovered again that the undeniable truth of God's Word is this: Every human being […]

As we discussed last week, the Bible shows that marriage and sex were God's ideas first. So what does the Bible say about same-sex marriages? There are five passages in the Bible that specifically address same-sex sexual activity. While there are different interpretations amongst Christians, each of those passages prohibits same-sex sexual activity. In addition, […]

Marriage and sex were God's ideas first. His Word contains the best ways to think about and make decisions about marriage and sex, because He wants what is ultimately best for us – and that is a relationship with Him as the Lord of our lives. As we trust and obey His ways for marriage […]

Pornography is a rapidly growing addiction globally and is accessible to almost anyone. Research shows that 85% of 10-17-year-olds have seen pornography, whether or not they wanted to see it or intentionally sought it out themselves. If this is the case, why isn’t it talked about more? That is because it brings shame, is somewhat […]

Being single can be difficult at times. Loneliness, comparison, and lust can creep in from every direction. However, marriage is not the answer to combat sin, Jesus is. How can we move from a place of pain to the power of Jesus even in our singleness? The Bible gives us clear ways to live a […]

In a world that pushes us to seek love and validation through relationships, God calls us to something deeper. Dating isn't just about what we can get out of it—it's about how we love and honor others like Jesus. Tonight's message unpacked biblical truths on love, relationships, and boundaries, reminding us that our identity isn't […]

This month, we talked about the purpose of prayer, how to pray, and finally, how to make our prayers personal. Making our prayers more personal is possible by being vulnerable and honest with God, as well as praying for what's on His heart. As we connect with Him in prayer, He transforms us to look […]

Last week, we studied the purpose of prayer. Tonight, we will discover how to pray! Jesus taught His followers how to pray during His Sermon on the Mount through what is known as the Lord's Prayer. Praying this word for word is powerful, but each part serves a specific purpose that can also be a […]

Christians all over the world are called to pray, but what does it look like to have an authentic conversation with God? And why is prayer important? God's Word provides numerous reasons to pray, and tonight we will discuss 4 of them. Prayer connects us to God, blesses others, and helps us live as Jesus […]

Jesus is the reason for our Christmas season, but with the craziness and fast paced culture we have it gets hard to remember the moments of our lives that Jesus deserves praise for. “Joy to the World” is a song to hold in our hearts that is rooted in the ways God deserves our love […]

“O Holy Night” is one of the most popular Christmas carols we sing every single year, and the story behind it is one of hope, love, and redemption. Tonight we looked at how the lyrics focus on all of the promises God fulfilled when He sent Jesus down to us. This holy night transformed humanity's […]

Here at HSM, we love to talk about giving thanks to the Lord even in the difficult times. The holidays can be sweet but life can also be full of trials, which means that Thanksgiving might bring up feelings of anxiety or grief for you. To give us a better picture of how to keep […]

Peter lived out a lasting faith, but he made a lot of mistakes along the way. Here we studied one of Peter's biggest failures, which happened the night Jesus died on the cross, and also look at Jesus's response to Peter after His resurrection. We discovered how pride is dangerous for a lasting faith, but […]

This semester, we have discussed finding our identity, belonging, and purpose in Christ, and then being mentally prepared to keep believing those truths when life gets hard. In this series, we will study the life of someone who actually lived out this kind of lasting faith. Peter is one of Jesus's disciples, and in the […]

Last week we looked over our convictions and how they have significance in our lives, but why should we do the work to prepare for difficult times? And how do we even get there? What happens to me if I run into a situation I'm not ready for? God gives us some tools and disciplines […]

Choosing to live out our identity, belonging, and purpose in Christ can be challenging to do in every moment of every day. It requires our minds to know God's truth so that He transforms our hearts, which eventually affects our outward actions. So, one way to strengthen our faith for difficult times is to develop […]

After we consider our identity and where we belong, the final big question we have is, “What's My Purpose?” As humans, we long to matter, and God has made it clear that we matter to Him. He also has designed us for a purpose, which is ultimately to connect with Him, connect others, and connect […]

Where Do I Belong? | Claire Colinco | Test Prep: The 3 Most Important Questions You’ll Ever Answer | September 25, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Who Am I? | Claire Colinco | Test Prep: The 3 Most Important Questions You’ll Ever Answer | September 18, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Why Do We Do What We Do? | Claire Colinco | Fall Kickoff Devotional | September 11, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

I Will Remain Confident | Kyle Harte | Summer in the Psalms | August 14, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Art as Worship | Anna Morrison | Summer in the Psalms | August 7, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

What Is Repentance? | Haley Newman | Summer in the Psalms | July 24, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

The Shepherd Psalms | Claire Colinco | Summer in the Psalms | July 17, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Lessons on Lamenting | Claire Colinco | Summer in the Psalms | July 3, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Begin and End in Praise | Claire Colinco | Summer in the Psalms | June 19, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Generations Worship Night | Ryder Burdett | May 29, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Senior Testimonies and Q&A Panel | Class of 2024 | May 22, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Letter To My High School Self | Haley Newman & Claire Colinco | May 1, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

“Put Me In, Coach!” | Rookie of the Year: Learning Leadership from 1 Timothy 4:12 | 1 Timothy 4:12 | Claire Colinco | April 17, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

The Lord’s Starting Line Up | Rookie of the Year: Learning Leadership from 1 Timothy 4:12 | 1 Timothy 4:12 | Anna Morrison | April 10, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Practicing the Passover | Passover: A Deeper Understanding of Easter | Exodus 12:14 & John 1:29 | Claire Colinco | March 20, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Jesus: Our Passover Lamb | Passover: A Deeper Understanding of Easter | Luke 22:7-20 & Exodus 12| Claire Colinco | March 13, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

How Can I Be a Light To My Imperfect Family? | Can I Ask That? (Relationships Version) | Haley Newman & Gavin Epp | February 28, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Can Friendships Really Last a Lifetime? | Can I Ask That? (Relationships Version) | Claire Colinco & Kellan Grant | February 21, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Is Dating In High School Worth It? | Can I Ask That? (Relationships Version) | Claire Colinco | February 14, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Waiting on God | God, Where Are You? A Study of Habakkuk | Kyle Harte | January 24, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

It’s Not Supposed To Be This Way | God, Where Are You? A Study of Habakkuk | Claire Colinco | January 17, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Social Media & Technology | HSM Crisis Nights | Caleigh Davis and Q&A Panel | January 10, 2024 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Disciples Are Disciple Makers | Matthew 28:18-20 | This Is The Way: 8 Marks of a Disciple of Jesus | Claire Colinco | December 20, 2023 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Disciples Prioritize Serving Others | Mark 10:41-45 | This Is The Way: 8 Marks of a Disciple of Jesus | Asher Russ | December 13, 2023 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Disciples Use Time Wisely | Psalm 90:12 & John 17:4 | This Is The Way: 8 Marks of a Disciple of Jesus | Claire Colinco | November 29, 2023 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Thanksgiving Feast | Jazmin's Testimony: Worshiping When It's Hard | Jazmin's Testimony | November 15, 2023 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Disciples Worship (Even When It's Hard) | Job 1 | This Is The Way: 8 Marks of a Disciple of Jesus | Haley Newman | November 8, 2023 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.

Disciples Build Community | Ephesians 4:32 & 1 Corinthians 12:12 | This Is The Way: 8 Marks of a Disciple of Jesus | Kyle Harte | October 18, 2023 | If you would like to learn more or get connected with our High School Ministry (HSM) at Purpose Church, visit our HSM WEBPAGE.