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Mark 12:13-1713 And they sent to him some of the Pharisees and some of the Herodians, to trap him in his talk. 14 And they came and said to him, “Teacher, we know that you are true and do not care about anyone's opinion. For you are not swayed by appearances, but truly teach the way of God. Is it lawful to pay taxes to Caesar, or not? Should we pay them, or should we not?” 15 But, knowing their hypocrisy, he said to them, “Why put me to the test? Bring me a denarius and let me look at it.” 16 And they brought one. And he said to them, “Whose likeness and inscription is this?” They said to him, “Caesar's.” 17 Jesus said to them, “Render to Caesar the things that are Caesar's, and to God the things that are God's.” And they marveled at him.

Welcome to Episode 11 of Season 8 of the Biltmore Church Podcast!In this episode of the Biltmore Church Podcast, we unpack the tension of following Jesus in today's culture.Looking at Matthew 10 and John 8, we see that Jesus was both deeply compassionate and unwavering in truth—and He calls His followers to live the same way.In this conversation, we talk about why following Jesus can create tension, how to avoid both compromise and condemnation, and what it actually looks like to grow in compassion without losing conviction.If you've ever struggled to know how to live out your faith in a divided world, this episode will help you navigate that tension with wisdom and grace.

Matthew 10:34-39“Do not think that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I have not come to bring peace, but a sword. 35 For I have come to set a man against his father, and a daughter against her mother, and a daughter-in-law against her mother-in-law. 36 And a person's enemies will be those of his own household. 37 Whoever loves father or mother more than me is not worthy of me, and whoever loves son or daughter more than me is not worthy of me. 38 And whoever does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. 39 Whoever finds his life will lose it, and whoever loses his life for my sake will find it.

Luke 24:1-1024 But on the first day of the week, at early dawn, they went to the tomb, taking the spices they had prepared. 2 And they found the stone rolled away from the tomb, 3 but when they went in they did not find the body of the Lord Jesus. 4 While they were perplexed about this, behold, two men stood by them in dazzling apparel. 5 And as they were frightened and bowed their faces to the ground, the men said to them, “Why do you seek the living among the dead? 6 He is not here, but has risen. Remember how he told you, while he was still in Galilee, 7 that the Son of Man must be delivered into the hands of sinful men and be crucified and on the third day rise.” 8 And they remembered his words, 9 and returning from the tomb they told all these things to the eleven and to all the rest. 10 Now it was Mary Magdalene and Joanna and Mary the mother of James and the other women with them who told these things to the apostles,

Welcome to Episode 10 of Season 8 of the Biltmore Church Podcast!In this episode of the Biltmore Church Podcast, we reflect on the final words of Jesus from the cross and what they reveal about the heart of God and the gospel.From forgiveness to victory, each statement Jesus made carries deep meaning; not just for that moment, but for our lives today.In this conversation, we talk about grace, guilt, substitution, and what it really means that Jesus said, “It is finished.” If you've ever wrestled with shame, wondered if God truly forgives, or struggled to understand the cross, this episode will help you see it more clearly.

40 Days ResourcesThe Burden is Light – Jon TysonNot God Enough – J.D. GreearAnything Is Possible – Joby MartinVertical Church – James MacDonaldKing's Cross - Tim KellerThe Cross of Christ - John StottPeople On The Way To The Cross Sermon – J.D. Greear

Welcome to Episode 9 of Season 8 of the Biltmore Church Podcast!In this episode of the Biltmore Church Podcast, we follow up on a powerful message from Matthew 27, where we see four different responses to Jesus: Pilate, the religious leaders, Barabbas, and Simon of Cyrene.Though they were all close to Jesus, their responses couldn't have been more different.In this conversation, we explore what it looks like to be near Jesus but not follow Him, how easy it is to drift into religion, and the beauty of the gospel where Jesus takes our place. Most importantly, we wrestle with the question every person must answer: What will you do with Jesus?

Matthew 27:11-2611 Now Jesus stood before the governor, and the governor asked him, “Are you the King of the Jews?” Jesus said, “You have said so.” 12 But when he was accused by the chief priests and elders, he gave no answer. 13 Then Pilate said to him, “Do you not hear how many things they testify against you?” 14 But he gave him no answer, not even to a single charge, so that the governor was greatly amazed. 15 Now at the feast the governor was accustomed to release for the crowd any one prisoner whom they wanted. 16 And they had then a notorious prisoner called Barabbas. 17 So when they had gathered, Pilate said to them, “Whom do you want me to release for you: Barabbas, or Jesus who is called Christ?” 18 For he knew that it was out of envy that they had delivered him up. 19 Besides, while he was sitting on the judgment seat, his wife sent word to him, “Have nothing to do with that righteous man, for I have suffered much because of him today in a dream.” 20 Now the chief priests and the elders persuaded the crowd to ask for Barabbas and destroy Jesus. 21 The governor again said to them, “Which of the two do you want me to release for you?” And they said, “Barabbas.” 22 Pilate said to them, “Then what shall I do with Jesus who is called Christ?” They all said, “Let him be crucified!” 23 And he said, “Why? What evil has he done?” But they shouted all the more, “Let him be crucified!” 24 So when Pilate saw that he was gaining nothing, but rather that a riot was beginning, he took water and washed his hands before the crowd, saying, “I am innocent of this man's blood; see to it yourselves.” 25 And all the people answered, “His blood be on us and on our children!” 26 Then he released for them Barabbas, and having scourged Jesus, delivered him to be crucified.40 Days ResourcesThe Burden is Light – Jon TysonNot God Enough – J.D. GreearAnything Is Possible – Joby MartinVertical Church – James MacDonald

Welcome to Episode 8 of Season 8 of the Biltmore Church Podcast! Welcome to the Biltmore Church Podcast! This week we're talking about one of the most common questions people ask — how do I find God's will for my life?Here's the thing: God's will was never lost. But there is a battle — between flesh and Spirit — that every follower of Jesus is in, whether they know it or not. And what you feed will win.Building from Matthew 26 and Jesus in the garden of Gethsemane, we're talking about what that battle actually looks like in everyday life — the subtle ways we feed the flesh without realizing it, what it looks like to sleep through the Christian life, why surrender is always the best option even when it's the hardest one, and what it looks like to have the kind of community that helps you stay in the fight.Whether you're exhausted by the battle, somewhere in the middle of it, or just realizing you're in it— this conversation is for you.

Matthew 26:36-4636 Then Jesus went with them to a place called Gethsemane, and he said to his disciples, “Sit here, while I go over there and pray.” 37 And taking with him Peter and the two sons of Zebedee, he began to be sorrowful and troubled. 38 Then he said to them, “My soul is very sorrowful, even to death; remain here, and watch with me.” 39 And going a little farther he fell on his face and prayed, saying, “My Father, if it be possible, let this cup pass from me; nevertheless, not as I will, but as you will.” 40 And he came to the disciples and found them sleeping. And he said to Peter, “So, could you not watch with me one hour? 41 Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.” 42 Again, for the second time, he went away and prayed, “My Father, if this cannot pass unless I drink it, your will be done.” 43 And again he came and found them sleeping, for their eyes were heavy. 44 So, leaving them again, he went away and prayed for the third time, saying the same words again. 45 Then he came to the disciples and said to them, “Sleep and take your rest later on. See, the hour is at hand, and the Son of Man is betrayed into the hands of sinners. 46 Rise, let us be going; see, my betrayer is at hand.”40 Days ResourcesThe Burden is Light – Jon TysonNot God Enough – J.D. GreearAnything Is Possible – Joby MartinVertical Church – James MacDonald

Welcome to Episode 7 of Season 8 of the Biltmore Church Podcast! In this episode Pastor Clayton King joins Michelle Myers and Christian Cooper for a follow-up conversation on his message from Matthew 26:14–25.In this powerful passage, we see the betrayal of Jesus by Judas—and a sobering reminder of how easily a heart can drift away from Christ. Together we explore questions about motivation, repentance, spiritual dryness, and the danger of slowly hardening our hearts.But this conversation isn't just about warning signs—it's ultimately about grace. Even in this moment of betrayal, we see the patience, mercy, and invitation of Jesus.If you've ever wondered how to recognize the condition of your own heart, this conversation will help you reflect, respond, and lean back into the grace of Christ.

Matthew 26:14-2514 Then one of the twelve, whose name was Judas Iscariot, went to the chief priests 15 and said, “What will you give me if I deliver him over to you?” And they paid him thirty pieces of silver. 16 And from that moment he sought an opportunity to betray him. 17 Now on the first day of Unleavened Bread the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Where will you have us prepare for you to eat the Passover?” 18 He said, “Go into the city to a certain man and say to him, ‘The Teacher says, My time is at hand. I will keep the Passover at your house with my disciples.'” 19 And the disciples did as Jesus had directed them, and they prepared the Passover. 20 When it was evening, he reclined at table with the twelve. 21 And as they were eating, he said, “Truly, I say to you, one of you will betray me.” 22 And they were very sorrowful and began to say to him one after another, “Is it I, Lord?” 23 He answered, “He who has dipped his hand in the dish with me will betray me. 24 The Son of Man goes as it is written of him, but woe to that man by whom the Son of Man is betrayed! It would have been better for that man if he had not been born.” 25 Judas, who would betray him, answered, “Is it I, Rabbi?” He said to him, “You have said so.”

Welcome to Episode 6 of Season 8 of the Biltmore Church Podcast!Today, we're talking about what it means to become a daily worshipper.Building from Matthew 26 and the story of the woman who anointed Jesus, we explore how worship is more than singing on Sunday; It's a life poured out in response to the gospel.We're joined by Matt Herrington & Carleigh White to talk through how we've seen worship shape our daily lives, how Sunday fuels Monday, and how the finished work of Jesus — not behavior modification — drives real transformation.

Matthew 26:1-13When Jesus had finished all these sayings, he said to his disciples, 2 “You know that after two days the Passover is coming, and the Son of Man will be delivered up to be crucified.” 3 Then the chief priests and the elders of the people gathered in the palace of the high priest, whose name was Caiaphas, 4 and plotted together in order to arrest Jesus by stealth and kill him. 5 But they said, “Not during the feast, lest there be an uproar among the people.” 6 Now when Jesus was at Bethany in the house of Simon the leper, 7 a woman came up to him with an alabaster flask of very expensive ointment, and she poured it on his head as he reclined at table. 8 And when the disciples saw it, they were indignant, saying, “Why this waste? 9 For this could have been sold for a large sum and given to the poor.” 10 But Jesus, aware of this, said to them, “Why do you trouble the woman? For she has done a beautiful thing to me. 11 For you always have the poor with you, but you will not always have me. 12 In pouring this ointment on my body, she has done it to prepare me for burial. 13 Truly, I say to you, wherever this gospel is proclaimed in the whole world, what she has done will also be told in memory of her.”

Welcome to Episode 5 of Season 8 of the Biltmore Church Podcast!This week we're talking about one of the hardest — and most freeing — parts of family life: forgiveness. Building from Genesis 50 and the story of Joseph, we explore what it looks like to take out the “trash” of bitterness before it infects our homes. What is forgiveness really? What is it not? How do you forgive when the wound is deep? And what happens if you don't? Whether your hurt is recent or decades old, this conversation will help you move toward freedom. 

For more information about our church visit:https://biltmorechurch.com/  Genesis 50:15-2115 When Joseph's brothers saw that their father was dead, they said, “It may be that Joseph will hate us and pay us back for all the evil that we did to him.” 16 So they sent a message to Joseph, saying, “Your father gave this command before he died: 17 ‘Say to Joseph, “Please forgive the transgression of your brothers and their sin, because they did evil to you.”' And now, please forgive the transgression of the servants of the God of your father.” Joseph wept when they spoke to him. 18 His brothers also came and fell down before him and said, “Behold, we are your servants.” 19 But Joseph said to them, “Do not fear, for am I in the place of God? 20 As for you, you meant evil against me, but God meant it for good, to bring it about that many people should be kept alive, as they are today. 21 So do not fear; I will provide for you and your little ones.” Thus he comforted them and spoke kindly to them.Fight For Your Family ResourcesKingdom Man – Tony EvansStand Firm and Act Like Men – Joby MartinAct Like Men – James MacDonaldEphesians 5 Sermon – Kyle MercerWhat a Way to Live – Tony EvansLoveology – John Mark ComerProverbs 31 Sermon – Joby MartinSeven Words to Change Your Family – James MacDonaldBeautiful Resistance – Jon TysonAncient Wisdom – James MacDonaldGod's Wisdom for Navigating Life – Tim KellerMatthew 6 Sermon – Josh Howerton

We are SO excited to be back for a new season of our podcast geared just for kids! Tune in each week for episodes to help you and your family prepare your heart for Easter!New episodes will drop every Monday and Tuesday starting next week on the Biltmore Kids Podcast channel!

Welcome to Episode 4 of Season 8 of the Biltmore Church Podcast!This week we're talking about one of the most practical — and personal — topics in family life: money. Building off Pastor Bruce's message from Proverbs, we discuss why finances create so much tension in families, how money competes for our hearts, and what it actually looks like to handle it wisely.We talk about spending, saving, generosity, debt, budgets, and how the gospel shapes all of it. Whether you're newly married, deep into parenting, or just trying to make wise decisions, this conversation will help you fight for your family with wisdom.

Proverbs 18:11A rich man's wealth is his strong city,    and like a high wall in his imagination.Proverbs 11:28Whoever trusts in his riches will fall,    but the righteous will flourish like a green leaf.Matthew 6:24“No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money.Fight For Your Family ResourcesKingdom Man – Tony EvansStand Firm and Act Like Men – Joby MartinAct Like Men – James MacDonaldEphesians 5 Sermon – Kyle MercerWhat a Way to Live – Tony EvansLoveology – John Mark ComerProverbs 31 Sermon – Joby MartinSeven Words to Change Your Family – James MacDonaldBeautiful Resistance – Jon Tyson

Welcome to Episode 3 of Season 8 of the Biltmore Church Podcast! Today we're continuing our Fight For Your Family series with a conversation about honoring your parents, setting healthy boundaries, and navigating complex family dynamics with grace. Pastor Bruce Frank joins us to talk through what it really means to “leave and cleave” while still honoring the people who raised you. We also dig into how to handle things like in-laws, holidays, and generational cycles from a gospel-centered perspective.

Ephesians 6:1-36 Children, obey your parents in the Lord, for this is right. 2 “Honor your father and mother” (this is the first commandment with a promise), 3 “that it may go well with you and that you may live long in the land.”

In this episode of the Biltmore Church Podcast with Bruce Frank, we're continuing our theme of Fight for Your Family by looking at biblical womanhood. Pastor Bruce Frank joins the conversation as we explore Proverbs 31—not as a checklist, but a picture of strength, purpose, and godly character. Whether you're a woman trying to grow in your faith, or someone who wants to better support and honor the women in your life, this episode is for you!

Proverbs 5-7_____________________Fight For Your Family ResourcesKingdom Man – Tony EvansStand Firm and Act Like Men – Joby MartinAct Like Men – James MacDonaldEphesians 5 Sermon – Kyle MercerWhat a Way to Live – Tony EvansLoveology – John Mark ComerProverbs 31 Sermon – Joby Martin

Proverbs 31:10-3110 An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels.11 The heart of her husband trusts in her, and he will have no lack of gain.12 She does him good, and not harm, all the days of her life.13 She seeks wool and flax, and works with willing hands.14 She is like the ships of the merchant; she brings her food from afar.15 She rises while it is yet night and provides food for her household and portions for her maidens.16 She considers a field and buys it; with the fruit of her hands she plants a vineyard.17 She dresses herself with strength and makes her arms strong.18 She perceives that her merchandise is profitable. Her lamp does not go out at night.19 She puts her hands to the distaff, and her hands hold the spindle.20 She opens her hand to the poor and reaches out her hands to the needy.21 She is not afraid of snow for her household, for all her household are clothed in scarlet.22 She makes bed coverings for herself; her clothing is fine linen and purple.23 Her husband is known in the gates when he sits among the elders of the land.24 She makes linen garments and sells them; she delivers sashes to the merchant.25 Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come.26 She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.27 She looks well to the ways of her household and does not eat the bread of idleness.28 Her children rise up and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her:29 “Many women have done excellently, but you surpass them all.”30 Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.31 Give her of the fruit of her hands, and let her works praise her in the gates.Fight For Your Family ResourcesKingdom Man – Tony EvansStand Firm and Act Like Men – Joby MartinAct Like Men – James MacDonaldEphesians 5 Sermon – Kyle Mercer

Welcome to Season 8 of the Biltmore Church Podcast! We're starting a brand new season centered on the theme Fight for Your Family. This week, Pastor Bruce Frank is here to talk about what it means to be a godly man—and how that identity shapes marriages, families, and the church. Whether you're married, single, raising sons, or just trying to figure out what godly leadership looks like in today's world, this conversation is for you.

Ephesians 5:25-3325 Husbands, love your wives, as Christ loved the church and gave himself up for her, 26 that he might sanctify her, having cleansed her by the washing of water with the word, 27 so that he might present the church to himself in splendor, without spot or wrinkle or any such thing, that she might be holy and without blemish.[a] 28 In the same way husbands should love their wives as their own bodies. He who loves his wife loves himself. 29 For no one ever hated his own flesh, but nourishes and cherishes it, just as Christ does the church, 30 because we are members of his body. 31 “Therefore a man shall leave his father and mother and hold fast to his wife, and the two shall become one flesh.” 32 This mystery is profound, and I am saying that it refers to Christ and the church. 33 However, let each one of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband.

Joshua 24:14-1814 “Now therefore fear the Lord and serve him in sincerity and in faithfulness. Put away the gods that your fathers served beyond the River and in Egypt, and serve the Lord. 15 And if it is evil in your eyes to serve the Lord, choose this day whom you will serve, whether the gods your fathers served in the region beyond the River, or the gods of the Amorites in whose land you dwell. But as for me and my house, we will serve the Lord.”16 Then the people answered, “Far be it from us that we should forsake the Lord to serve other gods, 17 for it is the Lord our God who brought us and our fathers up from the land of Egypt, out of the house of slavery, and who did those great signs in our sight and preserved us in all the way that we went, and among all the peoples through whom we passed. 18 And the Lord drove out before us all the peoples, the Amorites who lived in the land. Therefore we also will serve the Lord, for he is our God.”

Psalm 511 Have mercy on me, O God, according to your steadfast love; according to your abundant mercy blot out my transgressions.2 Wash me thoroughly from my iniquity, and cleanse me from my sin! 3 For I know my transgressions, and my sin is ever before me.4 Against you, you only, have I sinned and done what is evil in your sight,so that you may be justified in your words and blameless in your judgment.5 Behold, I was brought forth in iniquity, and in sin did my mother conceive me.6 Behold, you delight in truth in the inward being, and you teach me wisdom in the secret heart.7 Purge me with hyssop, and I shall be clean; wash me, and I shall be whiter than snow.8 Let me hear joy and gladness; let the bones that you have broken rejoice.9 Hide your face from my sins, and blot out all my iniquities.10 Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.11 Cast me not away from your presence, and take not your Holy Spirit from me.12 Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit.13 Then I will teach transgressors your ways, and sinners will return to you.14 Deliver me from bloodguiltiness, O God, O God of my salvation, and my tongue will sing aloud of your righteousness.15 O Lord, open my lips, and my mouth will declare your praise.16 For you will not delight in sacrifice, or I would give it; you will not be pleased with a burnt offering.17 The sacrifices of God are a broken spirit; a broken and contrite heart, O God, you will not despise.18 Do good to Zion in your good pleasure; build up the walls of Jerusalem;19 then will you delight in right sacrifices, in burnt offerings and whole burnt offerings; then bulls will be offered on your altar.

John 1:14-1814 And the Word became flesh and dwelt among us, and we have seen his glory, glory as of the only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth. 15 (John bore witness about him, and cried out, “This was he of whom I said, ‘He who comes after me ranks before me, because he was before me.'”) 16 For from his fullness we have all received, grace upon grace. 17 For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. 18 No one has ever seen God; God the only Son, who is at the Father's side, he has made him known.

Matthew 6:25-3425 “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? 26 Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they? 27 And which of you by being anxious can add a single hour to his span of life? 28 And why are you anxious about clothing? Consider the lilies of the field, how they grow: they neither toil nor spin, 29 yet I tell you, even Solomon in all his glory was not arrayed like one of these. 30 But if God so clothes the grass of the field, which today is alive and tomorrow is thrown into the oven, will he not much more clothe you, O you of little faith? 31 Therefore do not be anxious, saying, ‘What shall we eat?' or ‘What shall we drink?' or ‘What shall we wear?' 32 For the Gentiles seek after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them all. 33 But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you. 34 “Therefore do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will be anxious for itself. Sufficient for the day is its own trouble.Questions Jesus Asks ResourcesBelieve in Miracles, But Trust in Jesus – Adrian RogersNot God Enough – J.D. GreearAnything Is Possible – Joby MartinJohn 2 Sermon - Josh HowertonVertical Church - James MacDonald

In this special bonus episode of the Biltmore Church Podcast, Michelle Myers and Carleigh White join Christian Cooper for a lighthearted Christmas Movie Draft! Each person will draft three of their all-time favorite Christmas movies... but there's a twist — we're also including a “Dishonorable Mention” round where we each name some Christmas movies we can't stand. It's festive. It's friendly. And it might get a little competitive. Join us for the laughs, the nostalgia, and a few hot takes as we celebrate the joy (and chaos) of Christmas classics.

John 2:1–11 (ESV): 2 On the third day there was a wedding at Cana in Galilee, and the mother of Jesus was there. 2 Jesus also was invited to the wedding with his disciples. 3 When the wine ran out, the mother of Jesus said to him, “They have no wine.” 4 And Jesus said to her, “Woman, what does this have to do with me? My hour has not yet come.” 5 His mother said to the servants, “Do whatever he tells you.” 6 Now there were six stone water jars there for the Jewish rites of purification, each holding twenty or thirty gallons. 7 Jesus said to the servants, “Fill the jars with water.” And they filled them up to the brim. 8 And he said to them, “Now draw some out and take it to the master of the feast.” So they took it. 9 When the master of the feast tasted the water now become wine, and did not know where it came from (though the servants who had drawn the water knew), the master of the feast called the bridegroom 10 and said to him, “Everyone serves the good wine first, and when people have drunk freely, then the poor wine. But you have kept the good wine until now.” 11 This, the first of his signs, Jesus did at Cana in Galilee, and manifested his glory. And his disciples believed in him.Subscribe to our channel ► https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ime97MH0c2Wfooh0Xl87wFor more information about our church visit ► https://biltmorechurch.com/https://www.instagram.com/biltmorechurch/https://www.facebook.com/mybiltmorechurch/https://twitter.com/biltmoreQuestions Jesus Asks ResourcesBelieve in Miracles, But Trust in Jesus – Adrian RogersNot God Enough – J.D. GreearAnything Is Possible – Joby Martin

Questions Jesus Asks ResourcesBelieve in Miracles, But Trust in Jesus – Adrian RogersNot God Enough – J.D. GreearAnything Is Possible – Joby Martin

Matthew 20:1-161“For the kingdom of heaven is like a master of a house who went out early in the morning to hire laborers for his vineyard. 2 After agreeing with the laborers for a denarius a day, he sent them into his vineyard. 3 And going out about the third hour he saw others standing idle in the marketplace, 4 and to them he said, ‘You go into the vineyard too, and whatever is right I will give you.' 5 So they went. Going out again about the sixth hour and the ninth hour, he did the same. 6 And about the eleventh hour he went out and found others standing. And he said to them, ‘Why do you stand here idle all day?' 7 They said to him, ‘Because no one has hired us.' He said to them, ‘You go into the vineyard too.' 8 And when evening came, the owner of the vineyard said to his foreman, ‘Call the laborers and pay them their wages, beginning with the last, up to the first.' 9 And when those hired about the eleventh hour came, each of them received a denarius. 10 Now when those hired first came, they thought they would receive more, but each of them also received a denarius. 11 And on receiving it they grumbled at the master of the house, 12 saying, ‘These last worked only one hour, and you have made them equal to us who have borne the burden of the day and the scorching heat.' 13 But he replied to one of them, ‘Friend, I am doing you no wrong. Did you not agree with me for a denarius? 14 Take what belongs to you and go. I choose to give to this last worker as I give to you. 15 Am I not allowed to do what I choose with what belongs to me? Or do you begrudge my generosity?' 16 So the last will be first, and the first last.”Questions Jesus Asks ResourcesBelieve in Miracles, But Trust in Jesus – Adrian RogersNot God Enough – J.D. GreearAnything Is Possible – Joby Martin

Matthew 14:22-3322 Immediately he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. 23 And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, 24 but the boat by this time was a long way from the land, beaten by the waves, for the wind was against them. 25 And in the fourth watch of the night he came to them, walking on the sea. 26 But when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were terrified, and said, “It is a ghost!” and they cried out in fear. 27 But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.” 28 And Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” 29 He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus. 30 But when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, “Lord, save me.” 31 Jesus immediately reached out his hand and took hold of him, saying to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” 32 And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased. 33 And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”

Episode 13 of Season 7 of the Biltmore Church Podcast - where each week we have conversations to help you grow as a disciple of Jesus. In this final episode of the season, we're doing something a little different: a Q+A with Pastor Bruce. It's a fun and honest sit-down with our Lead Pastor - answering questions you submitted about real life, discipleship, and how to follow Jesus faithfully.

Ephesians 6:19-2019 and also for me, that words may be given to me in opening my mouth boldly to proclaim the mystery of the gospel, 20 for which I am an ambassador in chains, that I may declare it boldly, as I ought to speak.Revelation 2:1-7“To the angel of the church in Ephesus write: ‘The words of him who holds the seven stars in his right hand, who walks among the seven golden lampstands. 2 “‘I know your works, your toil and your patient endurance, and how you cannot bear with those who are evil, but have tested those who call themselves apostles and are not, and found them to be false. 3 I know you are enduring patiently and bearing up for my name's sake, and you have not grown weary. 4 But I have this against you, that you have abandoned the love you had at first. 5 Remember therefore from where you have fallen; repent, and do the works you did at first. If not, I will come to you and remove your lampstand from its place, unless you repent. 6 Yet this you have: you hate the works of the Nicolaitans, which I also hate. 7 He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches. To the one who conquers I will grant to eat of the tree of life, which is in the paradise of God.'Your Unseen Enemy ResourcesYour Story Has A Villain – Jonathan PokludaThe Battle Is The Lord's – Tony EvansLive No Lies – John Mark ComerIf The Tomb is Empty – Joby MartinSpiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. GreearDefeating the Enemy – Phil HopperKingdom Authority – Adrian RogersThe Weapons of our Warfare – Phil HopperStand Firm Sermon Series – Joby MartinWhen the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John GilhoolyThe Divine Defense – Robert JeffressRun Over by the Grace Train – Joby MartinLord, Change My Attitude – James MacDonald

Episode 13 of Season 7 of the Biltmore Church Podcast — where each week we have conversations to help you grow as a disciple of Jesus.In this episode, we're talking about the connection between spiritual warfare and prayer. Pastor Bruce joins Christian and Michelle to unpack Mark 9:17–29 and Ephesians 6:18, exploring why prayer isn't optional — it's essential.

Mark 9:17-218 praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints,Mark 9:1717 And someone from the crowd answered him, “Teacher, I brought my son to you, for he has a spirit that makes him mute.__________________________________________Your Unseen Enemy ResourcesYour Story Has A Villain – Jonathan PokludaThe Battle Is The Lord's – Tony EvansLive No Lies – John Mark ComerIf The Tomb is Empty – Joby MartinSpiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. GreearDefeating the Enemy – Phil HopperKingdom Authority – Adrian RogersThe Weapons of our Warfare – Phil HopperStand Firm Sermon Series – Joby MartinWhen the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John GilhoolyThe Divine Defense – Robert JeffressRun Over by the Grace Train – Joby MartinLord, Change My Attitude – James MacDonald

We're continuing our series on the armor of God — and this week, it's all about the only offensive weapon in the lineup: the sword of the Spirit, which is the Word of God. Pastor Bruce joins us to talk about how to actually use Scripture in spiritual battle.We'll unpack Ephesians 6:17 and Psalm 19 to talk about how God's Word forms us, defends us, and transforms our daily walk with Jesus.

Ephesians 6:17and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,Psalm 19:7-147The law of the Lord is perfect, reviving the soul;the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple;8 the precepts of the Lord are right, rejoicing the heart;the commandment of the Lord is pure, enlightening the eyes;9 the fear of the Lord is clean, enduring forever;the rules of the Lord are true, and righteous altogether.10 More to be desired are they than gold, even much fine gold;sweeter also than honey and drippings of the honeycomb.11 Moreover, by them is your servant warned; in keeping them there is great reward.12 Who can discern his errors? Declare me innocent from hidden faults.13 Keep back your servant also from presumptuous sins; let them not have dominion over me!Then I shall be blameless, and innocent of great transgression.14 Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, my rock and my redeemer.__________________________________________Your Unseen Enemy ResourcesYour Story Has A Villain – Jonathan PokludaThe Battle Is The Lord's – Tony EvansLive No Lies – John Mark ComerIf The Tomb is Empty – Joby MartinSpiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. GreearDefeating the Enemy – Phil HopperKingdom Authority – Adrian RogersThe Weapons of our Warfare – Phil HopperStand Firm Sermon Series – Joby MartinWhen the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John GilhoolyThe Divine Defense – Robert JeffressRun Over by the Grace Train – Joby MartinLord, Change My Attitude – James MacDonald

Starting a gospel conversation doesn't have to feel intimidating — it starts with caring enough to ask good questions. In this episode, Michelle Myers sits down with Clayton King to talk about how everyday conversations can open the door to eternal impact.We'll talk through practical ways to notice people, ask questions that matter, and depend on the Holy Spirit to guide what happens next. Whether you're nervous to share your faith or simply want to grow in readiness, this conversation will help you see evangelism as part of normal, Spirit-led life.

Ephesians 6:13, 1713 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. 17 and take the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit, which is the word of God,____________________________________Your Unseen Enemy ResourcesYour Story Has A Villain – Jonathan PokludaThe Battle Is The Lord's – Tony EvansLive No Lies – John Mark ComerIf The Tomb is Empty – Joby MartinSpiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. GreearDefeating the Enemy – Phil HopperKingdom Authority – Adrian RogersThe Weapons of our Warfare – Phil HopperStand Firm Sermon Series – Joby MartinWhen the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John GilhoolyThe Divine Defense – Robert JeffressRun Over by the Grace Train – Joby MartinLord, Change My Attitude – James MacDonald

Episode 10 of Season 7 of the Biltmore Church Podcast, where each week we have helpful conversations to help you grow as a disciple of Jesus. This week, Christian Cooper and Michelle are joined by Gini Taylor (our Central Kids Director), and Patrick Gallemore (our Arden Campus Pastor) to talk about faith, family discipleship, and how the shield of faith from Ephesians 6 shapes everyday life. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, or mentor, this conversation will help you walk by faith and lead the next generation with spiritual intentionality.

Subscribe to our channel ► https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5ime97MH0c2Wfooh0Xl87wFor more information about our church visit ► https://biltmorechurch.com/https://www.instagram.com/biltmorechurch/https://www.facebook.com/mybiltmorechurch/https://twitter.com/biltmore____________________________________Ephesians 6:10-1610 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the cosmic powers over this present darkness, against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly places. 13 Therefore take up the whole armor of God, that you may be able to withstand in the evil day, and having done all, to stand firm. 14 Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness, 15 and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace. 16 In all circumstances take up the shield of faith, with which you can extinguish all the flaming darts of the evil one;______________________________Your Unseen Enemy ResourcesYour Story Has A Villain – Jonathan PokludaThe Battle Is The Lord's – Tony EvansLive No Lies – John Mark ComerIf The Tomb is Empty – Joby MartinSpiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. GreearDefeating the Enemy – Phil HopperKingdom Authority – Adrian RogersThe Weapons of our Warfare – Phil HopperStand Firm Sermon Series – Joby MartinWhen the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John GilhoolyThe Divine Defense – Robert JeffressRun Over by the Grace Train – Joby Martin

When the Apostle Paul described spiritual armor, he didn't just mention truth and righteousness — he included shoes. What do feet have to do with standing firm in a spiritual battle?In this episode, Pastor Bruce unpacks the next piece of the armor of God and why having our “feet fitted with the readiness of the gospel of peace” is more than just metaphorical. We'll discuss what spiritual readiness really looks like, how Acts 1 helps us live on mission, and how ordinary believers can make an extraordinary impact.

Ephesians 6:1515 and, as shoes for your feet, having put on the readiness given by the gospel of peace.Acts 1:1-81 In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus began to do and teach, 2 until the day when he was taken up, after he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. 3 He presented himself alive to them after his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God. 4 And while staying with them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard from me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now.” 6 So when they had come together, they asked him, “Lord, will you at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He said to them, “It is not for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.”Your Unseen Enemy ResourcesYour Story Has A Villain – Jonathan PokludaThe Battle Is The Lord's – Tony EvansLive No Lies – John Mark ComerIf The Tomb is Empty – Joby MartinSpiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. GreearDefeating the Enemy – Phil HopperKingdom Authority – Adrian RogersThe Weapons of our Warfare – Phil HopperStand Firm Sermon Series – Joby MartinWhen the Enemy Strikes – Charles Stanley40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare – John Gilhooly

We all face guilt and shame — but how do we stand firm in Christ when those voices hit hardest? In this episode, Pastor Bruce joins Michelle and Christian to explore the power of imputed righteousness and how the gospel meets us in our darkest moments.We'll talk about what Romans 3 really teaches us about being made right with God, how to recognize shame-based religion, and how to live out of the new identity Christ has given us.

Ephesians 6:1414 Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousnessRomans 3:20-2620 For by works of the law no human being will be justified in his sight, since through the law comes knowledge of sin.21 But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law, although the Law and the Prophets bear witness to it— 22 the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. For there is no distinction: 23 for all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God, 24 and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, 25 whom God put forward as a propitiation by his blood, to be received by faith. This was to show God's righteousness, because in his divine forbearance he had passed over former sins. 26 It was to show his righteousness at the present time, so that he might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus.

If the next generation is being formed by what they hear — then our words matter more than ever. In this episode, we explore how to live out the charge from Sunday's message on truth and spiritual warfare.Pastor Bruce joins Michelle and Christian to discuss how to speak life and gospel truth into a world full of confusion and noise. We'll get practical about encouraging kids, students, and young adults to stand firm in truth — and what's at stake if we stay silent.

Ephesians 6:1414 Stand therefore, having fastened on the belt of truth, and having put on the breastplate of righteousness,John 8:31-3631 So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my disciples, 32 and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” 33 They answered him, “We are offspring of Abraham and have never been enslaved to anyone. How is it that you say, ‘You will become free'?” 34 Jesus answered them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who practices sin is a slave to sin. 35 The slave does not remain in the house forever; the son remains forever. 36 So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.____________________________________Your Unseen Enemy ResourcesYour Story Has A Villain – Jonathan PokludaThe Battle Is The Lord's – Tony EvansLive No Lies – John Mark ComerIf The Tomb is Empty – Joby MartinSpiritual Warfare Sermon Series – J.D. GreearDefeating the Enemy – Phil HopperKingdom Authority – Adrian Rogers