Welcome to the weekly audio podcast for Story Church in Peru, IN where our mission is to connect people’s story to God’s story. Our hope is that this podcast will help you take your next step on your faith journey. Visit us at storyperu.com
Jesus redefined generosity—not as spontaneous or sparing, but as intentional and prioritized. His approach ensures we don't put our trust in riches but in God who richly provides. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Generosity is informed and fueled by the acknowledgment that God owns it all. We are simply managers. When we adopt that posture, we view everything we “own” as a potential tool to further the agenda of our King. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
This message addresses the "now what?" question we face when standing at the edge of a new beginning. Rather than falling into the exhausting cycle of trying harder with the same old approaches, we discover that new beginnings in God's economy aren't about self-improvement—they're about participating in the resurrection life that Christ has already initiated. Just as Jesus didn't improve the old order but inaugurated something entirely new through His death and resurrection, we're invited to start differently by shifting from self-reliance to God-dependence, from fixing the past to embracing the future, and from doing it alone to doing it together. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
As we approach the new year, this message challenges the typical "add more" mentality by asking a different question: what if the best thing you could do for 2026 is to end something that's holding you back? Through Jesus's teaching on pruning in John 15, we discover that God cuts off not only dead branches but also fruitful ones—because He sees something better is possible. Whether it's a dead branch you're still watering, a sick branch consuming resources without recovery, or even a good branch preventing God's best, pruning always precedes greater fruitfulness. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Through the story of the first Christmas—announced to confused parents, lowly shepherds and born in a barn under Roman occupation—we discover that God didn't wait for the world to become joyful, but brought joy into the world Himself. Joy isn't the absence of difficulty, it's the presence of hope: a courageous choice to trust that God is still at work, even when we've considered all the facts. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
At Christmas, we celebrate the birth of the one who embodied the way back to God. He's the same one who's also the way through our differences and the way forward for the world. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
At Christmas, we celebrate the birth of the one who embodied the way back to God. He's the same one who's also the way through our differences and the way forward for the world. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
In this series, we explore how the practices of Sabbath rest and simplicity offer a counter-cultural path to freedom in our hurried, overwhelmed world. Through examining biblical principles of rest as an act of worship and rebellion against productivity-driven culture, the series challenges participants to discover that true life isn't found through accumulating more but through letting go and creating space for God. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
In this series, we explore how the practices of Sabbath rest and simplicity offer a counter-cultural path to freedom in our hurried, overwhelmed world. Through examining biblical principles of rest as an act of worship and rebellion against productivity-driven culture, the series challenges participants to discover that true life isn't found through accumulating more but through letting go and creating space for God. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
In this final week of the series, we explore how the devil's greatest trick is convincing people he doesn't exist, leading us to stop actively resisting evil. Spiritual warfare involves confronting our inner world, genuinely loving others and publicly engaging systems where evil operates. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
In this message, we explore how evil doesn't just live in individual hearts but also embeds itself in systems. We discover that Scripture describes how systems take on a life of their own, often becoming invisible to those inside them. Together we're challenged to live faithfully even within flawed systems we can't simply escape. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
In this message, we explore how modern culture has lost the language to describe genuine evil, trading "good versus evil" for "sickness versus health." We examine two common mistakes Christians make—either dismissing spiritual warfare entirely or seeing demonic activity everywhere—and discover Jesus' balanced approach of taking evil seriously without giving it ultimate power. Through Ephesians 6, we learn that our struggle is spiritual, not just psychological, and that we're called to stand firm in the victory Jesus has already won on the cross. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
This message challenges Christians to make service a lifestyle rather than an occasional event. Drawing from Jeremiah 29 and Matthew 5, it calls believers to actively work for their community's prosperity and become known for who they're for, not what they're against. The central truth: people will know how much God loves them by how well we serve them. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Every single person hungers for divine love―even if they don't know it. So why do we find it so hard to share the healing work of Christ? If you've longed to share your Christian faith authentically but found fear holding you back, you are not alone. Many of us long to make a meaningful impact for Christ in our communities but feel inadequate, awkward, and afraid of accidentally causing offense. How can we communicate the life-giving invitation of Jesus in a better way? Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Every single person hungers for divine love―even if they don't know it. So why do we find it so hard to share the healing work of Christ? If you've longed to share your Christian faith authentically but found fear holding you back, you are not alone. Many of us long to make a meaningful impact for Christ in our communities but feel inadequate, awkward, and afraid of accidentally causing offense. How can we communicate the life-giving invitation of Jesus in a better way? Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Every single person hungers for divine love―even if they don't know it. So why do we find it so hard to share the healing work of Christ? If you've longed to share your Christian faith authentically but found fear holding you back, you are not alone. Many of us long to make a meaningful impact for Christ in our communities but feel inadequate, awkward, and afraid of accidentally causing offense. How can we communicate the life-giving invitation of Jesus in a better way? Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Every single person hungers for divine love―even if they don't know it. So why do we find it so hard to share the healing work of Christ? If you've longed to share your Christian faith authentically but found fear holding you back, you are not alone. Many of us long to make a meaningful impact for Christ in our communities but feel inadequate, awkward, and afraid of accidentally causing offense. How can we communicate the life-giving invitation of Jesus in a better way? Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Many Christians today are better at winning arguments than showing love, which actually drives people away from faith instead of drawing them in. The real issue isn't that we need better debates about Christianity—it's that we need to live more beautiful, loving lives that make people curious about Jesus. Instead of trying to argue people into faith, we should follow Jesus' example of leading with grace, curiosity, and genuine care for others. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Even though it comprises sixty-six books, the Bible is not a collection of separate stories. It is the brilliant tale of one story that progresses from a clear beginning to a definite ending across all the books of the Bible. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Even though it comprises sixty-six books, the Bible is not a collection of separate stories. It is the brilliant tale of one story that progresses from a clear beginning to a definite ending across all the books of the Bible. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Even though it comprises sixty-six books, the Bible is not a collection of separate stories. It is the brilliant tale of one story that progresses from a clear beginning to a definite ending across all the books of the Bible. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Even though it comprises sixty-six books, the Bible is not a collection of separate stories. It is the brilliant tale of one story that progresses from a clear beginning to a definite ending across all the books of the Bible. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Love can be a confusing word. We use it to describe our favorite food and our family members. Ultimately, Jesus calls us to love God and love people. But what does it really look like to live a life marked by love? Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Love can be a confusing word. We use it to describe our favorite food and our family members. Ultimately, Jesus calls us to love God and love people. But what does it really look like to live a life marked by love? Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Love can be a confusing word. We use it to describe our favorite food and our family members. Ultimately, Jesus calls us to love God and love people. But what does it really look like to live a life marked by love? Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Love can be a confusing word. We use it to describe our favorite food and our family members. Ultimately, Jesus calls us to love God and love people. But what does it really look like to live a life marked by love? Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Jesus frequently taught through short stories known as parables. Through understanding the context and audience, we can see that parables teach us about what it looks like to live lives for the Kingdom of God here and now. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Jesus frequently taught through short stories known as parables. Through understanding the context and audience, we can see that parables teach us about what it looks like to live lives for the Kingdom of God here and now. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Jesus frequently taught through short stories known as parables. Through understanding the context and audience, we can see that parables teach us about what it looks like to live lives for the Kingdom of God here and now. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Jesus frequently taught through short stories known as parables. Through understanding the context and audience, we can see that parables teach us about what it looks like to live lives for the Kingdom of God here and now. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Jesus frequently taught through short stories known as parables. Through understanding the context and audience, we can see that parables teach us about what it looks like to live lives for the Kingdom of God here and now. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Language serves as both a mirror reflecting our spiritual state and a map guiding our spiritual journey. But we're facing a spiritual language crisis that's disconnecting us from God and each other. Rather than abandon "churchy" words or phrases, in this series, we are aiming to get back to the heart of what faith is ultimately about and learn to Speak God from Scratch Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Language serves as both a mirror reflecting our spiritual state and a map guiding our spiritual journey. But we're facing a spiritual language crisis that's disconnecting us from God and each other. Rather than abandon "churchy" words or phrases, in this series, we are aiming to get back to the heart of what faith is ultimately about and learn to Speak God from Scratch Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Language serves as both a mirror reflecting our spiritual state and a map guiding our spiritual journey. But we're facing a spiritual language crisis that's disconnecting us from God and each other. Rather than abandon "churchy" words or phrases, in this series, we are aiming to get back to the heart of what faith is ultimately about and learn to Speak God from Scratch Connect with us further at storyperu.com
No one expected what happened on the very first Easter. But Easter was the fulfillment of God's promises to his people. And it was the beginning of God's Kingdom breaking through here and now. Easter isn't just about celebrating what happened then. It's about participating in what God is doing now. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Our Mondays have more meaning than we may give them credit. Whether you're in the marketplace, in school, or in the home, God has a purpose for you. Through this series, we will discover what it looks like to go from simply working a job to fulfilling God's unique mission for each of us. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Our Mondays have more meaning than we may give them credit. Whether you're in the marketplace, in school, or in the home, God has a purpose for you. Through this series, we will discover what it looks like to go from simply working a job to fulfilling God's unique mission for each of us. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Our Mondays have more meaning than we may give them credit. Whether you're in the marketplace, in school, or in the home, God has a purpose for you. Through this series, we will discover what it looks like to go from simply working a job to fulfilling God's unique mission for each of us. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Our Mondays have more meaning than we may give them credit. Whether you're in the marketplace, in school, or in the home, God has a purpose for you. Through this series, we will discover what it looks like to go from simply working a job to fulfilling God's unique mission for each of us. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
This series looks at how both marriage and singleness point to a greater purpose, and how they picture something beautiful about Jesus, his relationship with his church, and the family of God. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
This series looks at how both marriage and singleness point to a greater purpose, and how they picture something beautiful about Jesus, his relationship with his church, and the family of God. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Everyone wants to feel needed and known. The local church is working best when you find your people and move from attending to engaging. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Few things in life are more frustrating than knowing you need to change, trying to change, but not actually changing. It's possible to find The Power to Change so you can start living the life you want. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Few things in life are more frustrating than knowing you need to change, trying to change, but not actually changing. It's possible to find The Power to Change so you can start living the life you want. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Few things in life are more frustrating than knowing you need to change, trying to change, but not actually changing. It's possible to find The Power to Change so you can start living the life you want. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Few things in life are more frustrating than knowing you need to change, trying to change, but not actually changing. It's possible to find The Power to Change so you can start living the life you want. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Are you stepping into the new year with excitement and anticipation? Or do you feel worn out and overwhelmed from the weight of the last year? No matter how you're feeling, we have an opportunity to Start Fresh in 2025. Together, let's learn how to make this year matter. Connect with us further at storyperu.com NOTE: Due to recording error, the audio quality of this episode is lower.
There's no place like home for Christmas. This season, we celebrate moving in to our new home and the miracle that through Jesus we can find our home in God. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Before God does something new, He calls His people to prepare. In this series, we discuss what it looks like to be ready for the new thing that God wants to do in us and through us. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Before God does something new, He calls His people to prepare. In this series, we discuss what it looks like to be ready for the new thing that God wants to do in us and through us. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
Before God does something new, He calls His people to prepare. In this series, we discuss what it looks like to be ready for the new thing that God wants to do in us and through us. Connect with us further at storyperu.com
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