West Franklin Talks

On this episode of West Franklin Talks, Matt and Dave share about all the things happening at our church for Christmas AND we dig further into this past Sunday's sermon. They'll talk about how to find the things that are breaking your heart, distinguishing between being uncomfortable and being called, and how to handle our passion for a certain ministry. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

After a brief hiatus, Matt and Dave are back to talk all things The Church at West Franklin and this past Sunday's sermon. There's too much in today's episode to highlight so let's get right to it! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt is out of town and there wasn't an opportunity to record an episode before he boarded the plane. So we thought we'd share one of Matt's favorite episodes and talk about rest, naps, and more. While Dave still doesn't take naps, he encourages you to take one if needed. We'll be out next week as well so look for a new episode of West Franklin Talks on November 3rd. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

What's breaking your heart in the world today? That's the question Matt and Dave explore today. They'll talk about the 3 questions Matt posed in this past Sunday's sermon, explore the tension of the questions "Can You? Will You?" and share some ways to discover what is burdening your heart. Along with the sermon conversation, they share about several upcoming dates/ministry opportunities happening at The Church at West Franklin. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

We wrap up the Master Class series by looking back at this past Sunday's sermon on James 1. Matt and Dave will talk the fine line of reading the Bible because its a practice that draws you closer to God vs legalism, they'll explore if you should walk away with a life changing truth every time you read the Bible, and more. They'll also share details about upcoming happenings at The Church at West Franklin. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Schedule changes give West Franklin Talks the opportunity to pull out an interview done during our 2022 VBS week. Chris Blanton, the Associate Executive Pastor for the South Region, joins Matt and Dave to share more about his role with Brentwood Baptist, some insight into the overall direction of our church, and some areas he is excited about regarding The Church at West Franklin. While there are VBS references, the heart of the conversation is good and we are excited to share our conversation with Chris with you! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

It's a little different flavor on today's episode of West Franklin Talks! Matt joined the Brentwood Baptist podcast Sermon Notes to talk about this past Sunday's sermon and we decided to use that as today's conversation. Matt joins Sermon Notes host Amy Jo Girardier and Hunter Melton to dig further into this past Sunday's sermon. After you listen, if you'd like past or future episodes of Sermon Notes, you can find them here - https://westfranklinchurch.com/podcast/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

We began a new sermon series this week called Master Class: How to Read Your Bible! Today on West Franklin Talks, Matt and Dave dive deeper into Sunday's sermon and give us insight into what it means to read God's Word as a conversation and practical suggestions on how to begin. We hope you enjoy and feel encouraged. Thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! Master Class: How to Read Your Bible Resources 09.04.22 Sermon - Reading as a Conversation Upcoming Events at West Franklin --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Today on West Franklin Talks Matt and Dave highlight one of our ministry partners, FrankTown Open Hearts! They are joined by Chris Barnhill, Executive Director for FrankTown Open Hearts, to give us a little more insight into what their ministry is and opportunities that are avaialble for you to be a part of it. As always, thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! Get Involved: FrankTown Open Hearts --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt and Dave join forces to do battle with Covid...or to talk about this past Sunday's sermon. Matt breaks down the 5 words he shared about the 10 Commandments and explores a little more about how they apply to our lives. They'll also share about upcoming activities at West Franklin all while Dave successfully avoids breathing his germs towards Matt. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

We have a lot happening in the life of our church right now and we sincerely hope that you and your families are joining us! Today on West Franklin Talks Matt and Dave give you the higlights on our events and dive deeper into Deuteronomy 7. If you're curious what didn't make the cut for Sunday's sermon, this is a great listen! Hope you enjoy! The Church at West Franklin Calendar --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt and Dave take on the impossible challenge...can we do an episode without needing to edit anything because of mush mouths? Only one way to find out if they succeed - listen to this episode! They'll further explore Matt's sermon on the Shema and Deuteronomy 6, share about some upcoming events at The Church at West Franklin, and make fun of Dave for various reasons. As always, thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Today's episode of West Franklin Talks is packed with information and the normal amount of rambling as Matt and Dave dive deeper into Matt's final sermon of our Revelation series and share all about the upcoming events at the Church at West Franklin! We hope you enjoy and we are so grateful to be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

It's time for another epsiode of West Franklin Talks! Matt and Dave share about all that's upcoming at The Church at West Franklin and explore this past Sunday's sermon on Revelation 19-20. Thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt and Dave get extra goofy on today's episode of West Franklin Talks! Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy as they dive deeper into Sundays sermon and fill you in on all the upcoming events at West Franklin. Thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

It's time for another epsiode of West Franklin Talks! Matt and Dave share about all that's upcoming at The Church at West Franklin and explore this past Sunday's sermon. We hope you enjoy and appreciate you allowing us to be a small part of your day! Upcoming Events --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt's away on vacation and we are excited to share one of our VBS interviews with you today on West Franklin Talks. We hope you enjoy this interview with Michael Miller as much as we do! Thanks for allowing us to be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

It's a hodge podge of topics on today's episode of West Franklin Talks! Matt and Dave continue exploring our summer series on Revelation and share some upcoming opportunities at the Church at West Franklin. Thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt's bitten off a lot as we jump into our summer series on Revelation. On this episode of West Franklin Talks, Matt and Dave explore the thoughts and ideas that didn't make Sunday's sermon, clarify a few points, explore the community vs. individual application of Revelation, and talk about the challenge of kindergartners. Grab something to take notes cause there's a lot to digest today! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

We start a new sermon series on Revelation this coming Sunday (6/19/22)! Pastor Matt has 10 thoughts for you to help you prepare for this series and to help you understand how he is approaching Revelation. So sit back and join us on this special episode of West Franklin Talks as Matt and Dave give you some thoughts on the upcoming Revelation series. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt and Dave are back to look at 3 John and what it means to support the mission/ministry of the church. They'll also share about a special episode coming later this week and upcoming opportunities at The Church at West Franklin. As always, thanks for making West Franklin Talks a part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

On today's episode of West Franklin Talks Dave Kruse is joined by Lindsay Gordon, West Franklin's NextGen and Children's Minister. She fills us in on all things VBS and they share some exciting updates about what's to come this fall at The Church at West Franklin! We hope to see you and your kids next week at VBS and appreciate you letting us be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt and Dave share about all that's upcoming at the Church at West Franklin and explore this past Sunday's sermon on today's episode of West Franklin Talks. As always, we hope you enjoy and we are grateful to be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

It's time for another episode of West Franklin Talk as Matt and Dave share about all that's upcoming at the Church at West Franklin and explore this past Sunday's sermon. As always, thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Today West Franklin Talks...SQUIRREL! Lots of distractions as Matt and Dave talk about this past Sunday's sermon and all the happenings coming up at The Church at West Franklin. As always, thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! VBS Registration Arkansas Mission Journey Sunday Sermon (5/15) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Today on West Franklin Talks, Matt and Dave discuss Next Gen, VBS (June 13-17), and dig into this past Sunday's sermon on God's love. It's a short description, but a packed episode with plenty to absorb and reflect on. We hope you enjoy and we appreciate you letting us be a small part of your week! VBS Registration Am I Really Loved? (Sunday's Sermon 1 John 4:7-21) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt and Dave cut back on the rambling and chase a rabbit instead on today's episode of West Franklin Talks. They'll share about three upcoming opportunities on the West Franklin campus, dig into this past Sunday's sermon on how to know you're saved, and take a rabbit trail on the eternal security of the believer. So grab something to take notes with and get ready to jump into the conversation! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Today on West Franklin talks Matt and Dave recap Easter and dig deeper into John 20 (the final sermon of our John series). They also fill us in on all the upcoming events and give us a preview of the next few sermon series! As always, thank you for letting us be a small part of your week and we hope to see you soon! Discover Class Registration VBS Registration (Volunteers and Kids) Secret Church Registration --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Today on West Franklin Talks, we are in the midst of Holy Week as Matt and Dave fill us in on what's upcoming at the Church at West Franklin and expand further on this past Sunday's sermon on John 18. We hope you join us for our Holy Week services on Maundy Thursday and Easter Sunday! Celebrate Easter With Us! Watch Last Weeks Sermon (April 10) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

FINALLY!! WEST FRANKLIN TALKS IS BACK IN YOUR PODCAST FEED! There's no mamby pamby conversation as Matt and Dave explore further this past Sunday's sermon, discuss what it means to abide, talk about some challenges from the service, Engage Middle Tennessee, Holy Week and so much more. And that's the bottom line cause we said so! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

It sounds like a broken record but Dave and Matt are back with another episode of West Franklin Talks. They share about Holy Week plans, ways to Engage Middle Tennessee, how you can invest in the lives of children, and talk more about this past Sunday's sermon. They might even talk a little about the Oscars at the beginning of the episode and NCAA men's basketball at the end of the episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Today on West Franklin Talks, Matt and Dave dive deeper into John 12 and fill us in on all the upcoming opportunities to serve at our church (VBS), in our community (Engage Middle TN), and internationally! Thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! VBS 2022 Engage Middle TN Pursue Campaign --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Dave Kruse did a great job reminding us on Sunday that Jesus doesn't call us to comfort, he calls us to obedience. Today on West Franklin Talks Matt and Dave dig into all the uncomfortable scenarios from John 9 (the man born blind). Plus, get updated on all the upcoming serving opportunities and events at The Church at West Franklin. We hope to see you and your families there! VBS 2022 Engage Middle Tennessee Watch Sunday's Sermon Online --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

[Do these brackets make you uncomfortable?] Today on West Franklin Talks, Matt and Dave share some theories on those brackets we see right before John 8 and the big question: What was Jesus writing in the dirt? It's a jam-packed follow-up podcast to Sunday's sermon. Plus, hear about all the upcoming events at The Church at West Franklin (including VBS!). We hope you enjoy and appreciate you letting us be part of your day! VBS Registration is open now! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

The rambling has always existed, but the intermittent singing adds a lot to today's episode of West Franklin Talks as Matt and Dave recap this past weekend and dive deeper into Sunday's sermon on John 4. We hope you enjoy! Thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Sunday night (2/27) we introduced our Next Gen/Student Minister, Lindsay Gordon! In this special episode of West Franklin Talks, Matt and Dave share 10 reasons Lindsay is the person for this position and share about some of the process we went through to come to this conclusion. We're excited about Lindsay joining the staff at The Church at West Franklin and hope you will join us in welcoming her to our staff! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

It's going to be an excitingly busy Sunday at The Church at West Franklin! Get all the details on today's episode of West Franklin Talks as Matt and Dave walk through the upcoming weekend events and continue to explore John 3:16 from this past Sunday's sermon. We hope you enjoy and that we get to celebrate with you this weekend! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

The words "boy howdy" are back on today's episode of West Franklin Talks as Matt and Dave dig into this past Sunday's sermon and fill us in on all of the upcoming events at The Church at West Franklin! We are so grateful to be a small part of your day and hope you enjoy! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

It's time for another episode of West Franklin Talks! Matt and Dave share about all that's upcoming at The Church at West Franklin and explore this past Sunday's sermon. Thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

What do hot sauce, gangster nicknames, Auburn basketball, and Jesus have in common? Nothing, but today's episode of West Franklin Talks has them all and more! Sit back and enjoy as Matt and Dave fill you in on things we're celebrating, upcoming events at West Franklin, and dive deeper into this past Sunday's sermon. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt and Dave have a LOT of info for you on this episode of West Franklin Talks! Along with talking about construction, our Next Gen/Student Minister search, upcoming happenings, they dig further into this past Sunday's sermon. Let's keep the description short so you can jump into it! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt and Dave are joined by Josh Lynn, our Missons Minister, on today's episode of West Franklin Talks. They dig deeper into this past Sunday's sermon, talk about upcoming mission opportunities on our campus, and realize you've got to give a podcast guest more than 3 minutes notice that they're going to join you. So grab some paper and a pen to write down all the info we throw at you this week! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

On today's episode of West Franklin Talks your ears will be regaled with info on upcoming West Franklin happenings, info and details on our renovations that come from a source that knows way more than Matt and Dave ever will, some further exploration of John 1, leaf blowers, and snarky Auburn comments. Know that you've been given a sneak peek, let's get to listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

It's a new year and we are back with another episode of West Franklin Talks! Matt and Dave share about their break, let you know about some upcoming activities for The Church at West Franklin, and explore some of this past Sunday's sermon. Don't forget, we are going to one episode a week and will release on Thursday mornings. Thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Christmas is only 11 days away and It's our final podcast of 2021! Today Matt and Dave fill us in on all the Christmas happenings this past weekend and explore more of Sunday's sermon and our longing for relationship. It's truthful, it's encouraging, and a great reminder for the coming holiday season. We hope to see you, your family and your friends at our Christmas Eve services next Friday! Enjoy your Christmas, love your family, and we hope you get a great gift! See you next year! The Church at West Franklin Christmas Eve Services --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

On today's episode of West Franklin Talks, Matt and Dave look ahead to 2022. Matt shares what he hope for The Church at West Franklin in 2022. It's a short conversation but there's a lot of to process so maybe you listen to this one twice. No matter how many times you listen (hopefully at least once!), we're glad you've made a small part of your day. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt and Dave are back for to explore more from this past Sunday's sermon. They'll discuss what Matt meant by rest, any steps you might take to not be a control freak, and much more. Along with the sermon exploration, there's a TON of info about upcoming The Church at West Franklin activities and events. Thanks for making West Franklin Talks part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Matt and Dave cover a hodge podge of topics today on West Franklin Talks. They discuss Advent vs. Christmas, funny childhood Christmas memories, and some end of year updates. It's a festive time of year and this podcast is sure to make you chuckle and reminisce. Don't forget to check out our website tagged below to see all the ways to get involved this season at the Church at West Franklin. Thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! www.westfranklinchurch.com/Christmas --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

West Franklin Talks is back and just in time for Advent! This past Sunday was week 1 of Advent as Matt walked us through Luke 2 (p.s. if you haven't heard it, you should take a listen because it was good). Today, Matt and Dave dig deeper into where our hope should be centered and the tension that we live in today between what Jesus accomplished on the cross and His promised return. We are happy to be back and grateful that you allow us to be a small part of your day! Sunday Sermon: Longing for Meaning | The Church at West Franklin --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

Thanksgiving week is here and that means next week we are going to take a short break and enjoy time with our families. We wont have an episode on Nov. 23 or Nov. 26 but will be back on Nov. 30! Don't worry though, this week's rambling... I mean podcast, will give you all you need to get you through the week. Matt and Dave talk Dickens of a Christmas, Christmas Eve Services, and more happenings at The Church at West Franklin. We hope you have a wonderful start to your holiday season and we are very thankful that you allow us to be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message

On this episode of West Franklin Talks, Matt and Dave talk holiday happenings at the Church at West Franklin and dig further into Sunday's sermon on Philippians 4. So, put the holiday catalog away and enjoy as they discuss contentment, retraining our minds, and stewarding the gifts we are given today, in our exact circumstances. As always, thanks for letting us be a small part of your day! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/west-franklin/message