Welcome to The GROW PEOPLE Podcast! Revolution Church is led by Pastor Jason Gerdes and our mission is to LOVE JESUS and GROW PEOPLE. For more information, please visit www.Revolution.Church.
The GROW PEOPLE Podcast is an exciting and refreshing addition to my podcast lineup. As a listener who also regularly enjoys the sermons on the Revolution Church app, I was thrilled to discover this podcast and couldn't wait to dive in. From the very first episodes I listened to, specifically Episode 18-20, I was captivated by the transparency and open discussions on "the hard stuff" that many churches tend to avoid. Pastors Jason and David did a fantastic job of addressing topics that are not commonly talked about in church settings, such as loving our differences and questioning where we learned certain beliefs. Their approach of examining what God has said about these matters truly resonated with me.
One of the best aspects of The GROW PEOPLE Podcast is its commitment to teaching the Word of God as the ultimate guidebook for life. As someone who attends Revolution Church precisely because of their dedication to biblical teaching, it was great to hear more about their mission and vision in these episodes. I appreciate how they consistently point listeners back to scripture when discussing various issues or questions. This emphasis on relying on God's Word as our source of truth is something I deeply value and find incredibly beneficial in my own spiritual journey.
While I thoroughly enjoy The GROW PEOPLE Podcast, there are a few minor aspects that could be improved upon. Occasionally, some episodes may feel slightly disorganized or lacking in structure. While this can add an element of authenticity, it might be helpful for listeners if certain topics were addressed more succinctly or clearly outlined at the beginning. Additionally, while I understand that pastors Jason and David have busy schedules, it would be wonderful if new episodes were released more frequently.
In conclusion, The GROW PEOPLE Podcast is a valuable resource for those seeking biblical teachings with a transparent and thought-provoking approach. Its focus on love, acceptance, and questioning our beliefs aligns well with my own spiritual journey and desire for growth. I am excited to continue listening to this podcast during my daily commute, and I highly recommend it to anyone who wants to explore the hard questions of faith and deepen their understanding of God's Word.
Welcome back to The GROW People Podcast and Into a New Year! Pastors Jason and David talk about the purpose and importance of the ABIDE season as a starting point for defining a "Rule of Life".
Pastors Jason and David discuss everything from making the funny, to making the most of God's plan for husbands and wives.
Pastor David surprises Pastor Jason with a Passover delicacy. They also take a deep dive into the work of The Holy Spirit. Listen in for all the fun.
Pastors Jason and David discuss everything Masters including not being able to serve two of them.
Pastors Jason and David are joined by a surprise guest to discuss "The Great Grape Controversy of 2024", take a deep dive into "Watch This" and also get into Ephesians 4 & 5 as a lead in to Easter.
Pastors Jason and Pastor David share how God moved on the most recent trip to Kenya.
Pastor Jason and Pastor David talk about Valentines Day, Malaria Medicine, Whitman Samplers and the difference between what the world says about love and what the bible says about love.
We can often rest in what feels comfortable, safe, and secure, following our own traditions and habits. The Abide season challenges us to reflect on our ways and to press into our relationship with the Lord. Pastor Jason and Pastor David share their experiences and takeaways during these past 21 days.
As we approach the ABIDE season of prayer, fasting, and worship, Pastor David and Pastor Jason discuss the rhythms and rules necessary to get what we want, both spiritually and physically. 21 days to create healthy patterns and processes for the next 11 months.
Hope For Christmas, unfolding the plan of God, the meaning of Hanukkah, and so much more...Join us for the final episode of the year on TGPP featuring Pastor David and Pastor Jason.
Pastor David and Pastor Jason talk deeper about understanding the book of Revelation and its symbols and the dual effect of prophecy, parables, and plagues.
Israel, the secret rapture, the tribulation, and the end times. What does prophecy have to do with this? Pastor David and Pastor Jason dive into these topics on this week's episode of The Grow People Podcast.
Pastor David and Pastor Jason talk about the significance of what's happening with the war in Israel, the historical and theological context, and how we respond as Christians.
Pastor David, Pastor Jason, and Lindsey talk about another amazing WoCo experience, rejoicing in what God did and looking forward to the much needed rest to come. Then Pastor David and Pastor Jason continue with Ephesians and the ongoing commitment to clearly preach the Gospel and let God build His church.
An episode filled with Matzah ball soup, celebrating the Longhorns win (again), and a deep dive discussion on the complex topic that is predestination.
As we wrap up our series called Sacred Stewardship, Pastor David and Pastor Jason reflect on some key moments of our series on stewardship. Also, as we approach another deep dive into another book as a church, Pastor Jason shares some thoughts on Ephesians...as well as who actually decided on which graphic design we used for this upcoming series!
Pastor Jason is back from sabbatical! This is an episode you are not going to want to miss.
We have a jam packed episode this week with three guests! Pastor Dakota Adair joins TGPP to share about some of the incredible things God is doing in central Texas as Dakota and his family embark on a church planting adventure. Also, two faces you definitely see around the RevKids areas of our campuses, Meredith and Ashleigh from our RevKids staff join the pod to talk about our curriculum change as well as some updates on the life of RevKids.
Pastor Gregg Sizemore joins The Grow People Podcast in which we dive into a simple but yet profound discussion about discipleship, the extraordinary story of Creekside Church, and of course...chat about Greg's notable hat game!
We have 3 guests on TGPP this week! First up, we welcome back Pastor Chris Renfro from Hope Church Union Hill who spoke this weekend at Revolution Church on The Parable of The Two Debtors. Chris has an amazing story and a short character description cannot do it justice. Second, TGPP welcomes back our very own Student Ministers, Dave and Jeremy to share some insight and celebrate all things Mission Camp!
Pastor David is joined by Jasper Campus Pastor (and Pastor of many things) Chad and Pastor Paul Richardson. This week we are talking all things Scotland (and yes we talk about St. Andrews), hear from Pastor Paul what practical evangelism looks like in a country where only 2% claim to be Christian, and hear the story of the beginnings of Take Hold Church.
Today on TGGP Paster Jason and Pastor David celebrate and look back on the past 89 weeks as we wrapped The Gospel According to John series this past Sunday, and discuss the main question of John...who is Jesus? We also dive into how the Gospel of John impacts us and into a discussion of other world religions and how they compare to the Gospel.
Today we tackle the tough question...is side sitting next to your date acceptable? We also also dig into what it means to have healthy rhythms, discuss Pastor Jasons upcoming sabbatical and announce some exciting plans and details coming up for the summer at Revolution Church.
Join us this week on TGPP as we talk about our pet peeves (and maybe some food), discuss the importance of why a physical resurrection matters and how it should lead us to greater joy, and why Jesus is our Savior AND our Lord.
This week we celebrate and recap our Easter 2023 gatherings and dig into the question of what it means to be known by God and how that changes us.
Pastor David and Pastor Jason reminisce on their most recent pie encounters along with their experience at a recent messianic Passover sedar. We talk about the symbolism that God uses to share His message and the transformative change the Gospel brings as we head in to Easter at Revolution.
Happy Pi Day! Join us this week on TGGP as we discuss all things pi...and pie! Also we dig into some more of what we have been talking about on the weekends in our series, The Gospel According to John leading up to Easter.
Todays topics include going to Texas and not eating Whataburger or brisket, the revival that began at Asbury University in Kentucky and the need to understand the 5 solas of the Christian faith that shape not only what we believe, but how we should respond.
Pastor Jason is back and helping us to recap the season of Abide as well as challenging us to dive in and find something astonishing in the Bible! Pastor Jason and Pastor David speak the importance of having wise counsel around you to learn and be mentored on your discipleship journey.
We're joined by some incredible guests on today's episode! Our Canton and Jasper Student Minister's join us to discuss their upcoming series Relationship Goals as well as opportunities for students to go deeper in their relationship with Jesus and what that can mean for their identity. We'll then hear from Pastor Chad and Pastor David as they share words of encouragement and wisdom heading in to the final stretch of this Abide season.For more information on RevStudents, Abide Nights and all the great resources available to help you grow, visit revolution.church
Pastor Jason and Pastor David discuss this season of Abide and take a look at what it means for us to be truly satisfied in not only who God is, but the relationship we get to have with Him. They'll share some great steps and best practices for how this season of Abide can truly change our lives.
Let's face it, we're a couple day in to the new year and some of us have probably already broke our new year's resolution (and others of us haven't even started). Join us on todays podcast as we dive in to the upcoming season of Abide and how we can build up better habits that push us closer to Jesus this year.
It's the most wonderful time of the year here at Revolution. We're joined by our Missions Minister Zip Cain to recap one of our favorite events of all time, Hope For Christmas! God did what only God can do because of the hard work and generosity of our church. We also dive back in to Pastor Jason's latest message just in time for you to invite someone to our Christmas Eve gatherings.For gathering times and locations visit Revolution.Church
The question on everyones mind...did Pastor Jason go to the grand opening of Whataburger in Kennesaw? We hear more on this along with how we can live a more holy life and the most recent messages from our gatherings. So grab that fancy ketchup and a note pad so you can write down everything we say.
We're in the season of gratefulness! Pastor Jason digs in to his recent studies of gratitude and how vital it is to our spiritual, mental and physical health. Check out Rev Music's latest release "Grateful" wherever you get your music and be sure to head on over to Revolution.Church for more to find how when you can join us in person or online.
We're cracking open the controversial topic of politics and how we as Christians are to seek the welfare of our cities. It's not about left and right. It's about what God has called us to as believers for the purpose of loving Jesus and growing people.
It's a battle of the wordsmiths! We're digging in to a variety of words (and even making a few up) with the utmost enthusiasm *hint hint*. Join us as we jump back to Pastor Jason's latest message about just how unfairly awesome the Holy Spirit is.
Joining us today on the podcast is our very own, Lindsey Gerdes! We unpack an incredible weekend at WoCo and get a behind the scenes look at just how many people go in to making "the best thing we've ever done" happen.
Today's episode is chock full of topics. We touch on music theory, Pastor Jason's hunting preparations, the Queen and how we can best settle in to abiding in God. So what is the "ONE" thing?Head on over to Revolution.Church for more information on gathering times, groups, events and more.
Todays episode features unpopular opinions about a beloved chain restaurant's fries to set us up perfectly for a deeper discussion on Pastor Jason's most recent teachings. Take time this week to ask the Helper to help you through whatever you may be going through. Because when we ask for help from God, He is glorified in that.LADIES!! Don't miss out on what will be an incredible day of worship through song, teaching and community at WoCo ONE DAY on October 1st. Tickets available now! Early rate + option to purchase lunch ends September 6. Online ticket sales will close September 28, 2022.Visit revolution.church for more information about WoCo ONE DAY
Join the conversation as Pastor Jason dives in deeper to his latest message about the Holy Spirit. We also want to take a moment and recognize the hundreds of volunteers, thousands of kids served and 3 people who made Give a Kid a Chance a success this year.For more information about Revolution Church, Give a Kid a Chance or how you can be involved in what God is doing, head on over to revolution.church
We're back in to the swing of things! Pastor Jason and Pastor David are excited to back to the table and discuss Pastor Jason's preaching break. He gives his Texas take on In-N-Out and shares about all the great experiences he had with his son while navigating through the Rocky Mountains.