Podcast appearances and mentions of blake holmes

Do joy, gladness, and singing mark the attitude and motivation of my heart and ministry? Lead Pastor, Blake Holmes joins Emma Dotter on the podcast today to ask the question, "Do I live with a proper perspective of who God is, His sovereignty and His love for me?" This reminds us that we aren't in control, God is and he cares deeply for us.  Blake's previous episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000640223995  Grab a Join The Journey Journal for Psalms: https://a.co/d/7rt0H3g   Got kids? Check out the Psalms Join The Journey Jr. Journal: https://a.co/d/eYBgvUM   You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

Continuing our current sermon series, A Bible-Revering Church, Blake Holmes, Elder and Lead Pastor of Ministries and Staff, explores what the Bible says about listening.

Continuing our current sermon series, A Bible-Revering Church, Blake Holmes, Elder and Lead Pastor of Ministries and Staff, explores what the Bible says about listening.

Continuing our current sermon series, A Bible-Revering Church, Blake Holmes, Elder and Lead Pastor of Ministries and Staff, explores what the Bible says about listening.

Description: In this episode, host Oren Martin is joined by guests Blake Holmes and Dr. Stephen Presley to discuss why church history matters, what we can learn from it, how to engage our culture with the gospel, and how to think and act Christianly when it comes to politics.  Part I: Introduction (00:00-04:23) Center for Religion, Culture, & Democracy The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Dr. Stephen Presley, Cultural Sanctification: Engaging the World like the Early Church  Part II: What is the value of church history and why should it matter for Christians today? (04:23-08:24) Athanasius, On the Incarnation (Introduction by C.S. Lewis) St. Augustine, On the Catechising of the Uninstructed  Part III: Is politics the downstream from culture and how should our discipleship to Jesus inform our culture and our politics? (08:24-13:06) 10 Things You Should Know about Catechesis James Davidson Hunter, To Change the World: The Irony, Tragedy, and Possibility of Christianity in the Late Modern World  Part IV: As believers, how are we to live as Christian citizens? (08:24-16:17) “We should avoid the dangers of both the warrior mentality that can lead to anger and the passivity that can generate separatism and seclusion. This is no mushy middle, but a stalwart high ground on which one will not lose footing or tumble off in either direction. Walking this tightrope requires the pursuit of virtuous living that demonstrates Christians to be the best citizens.” Dr. Stephen Presley, Cultural Sanctification (page 70). “I choose not to fall on either side, but have a posture of confidence, of hope, of fortitude, of living faithfully in this situation and that is what I found in the early church doing.” Dr. Stephen Presley.  Part V: How do we see similarities and dissimilarities between the early church and the church today? How can we as Christians today glean wisdom from the past? (16:17-22:06) Ferdinand Mount, Full Circle: How the Classical World Came Back to Us Who was Justin Martyr? Justin Martyr, Dialogue with Trypho Tom Holland, Dominion Peter Greer & Chris Horst, Mission Drift: The Unspoken Crisis Facing Leaders, Charities, and Churches Andrew Walls, The Missionary Movement in Christian History: Studies in the Transmission of Faith  Scripture Mentioned: 1 Thessalonians 4:13  Part VI: What does it mean to be a faithful citizen and to honor those in authority, even when it's hard? (22:06-30:15) Who was Tertullian? Who was Polycarp? Blandina: A Sister in Christ and a Spiritual Mother Who was Eusebius of Caesarea? “Christians are not distinguished from the rest of humanity, by country, language, or custom. For no where do they live in cities of their own, nor do they speak some unusual dialect, nor do they practice an eccentric lifestyle. They demonstrate the remarkable and admittedly unusual character of their own citizenship, that is, they live in their own countries as aliens, they participate in everything as citizens, yet endure everything as foreigners. They live on earth, but their citizenship is on Heaven.” – The Epistle to Diognetus  Scripture Mentioned: Romans 13:1, 1 Peter 2:13-17, 1 Peter 3:14-17.  Part VII: Who are some things from church history that we can learn from today? (30:15-40:54) Tertullian, The Apology 

Welcome back to Join The Journey! We are kicking off 2024 in Proverbs. Emma Dotter is joined by Watermark's Lead Pastor, Blake Holmes to unpack what Proverbs is about and specifically talk through Proverbs 1.  Additional Scriptures referenced in today's episode: Colossians 2:8, "See to it that no one takes you captive by philosophy and empty deceit" Colossians 3:16, "Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly" Proverbs 9:10, "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom" John 14:6, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life."  Join the Journey's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jointhejourney_/  Grab a NEW Join The Journey Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPJ7WXN5/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2IEYKICMCV7IF&keywords=join+the+journey+watermark&qid=1702568266&sprefix=join+the+journe%2Caps%2C128&sr=8-1  Got kids? Check out the NEW Join The Journey Jr. Journal for 2024: https://www.amazon.com/Thinking-Feeling-Gods-Way-Journey/dp/B0CPPBY9BP?ref_=ast_author_dp&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.oK2BsXiCNH_NGvOwD1o8SgPAXmtaU8AWjENZhG3fxS2G1SIRzfJZi6XJxbzK7gG1qZKG59nIPhRQNGE455PTjmqzAQksbwNA9OxwHA6ZmXyoV5jSP86DEsIq2qrUiE2jgkhwTAYxmlsL9I4Sc47PyA.VESsjAce9hchoCh2d7EjG_pPEByFNNNXoS05yOAcCHg&dib_tag=AUTHOR  You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898   Access old reading plans: JoinTheJourney.com

Do you ever struggle with performance or comparing yourself with others? In this message, Blake Holmes will help us to look at the parable of the Pharisee and tax collector. This parable is ultimately a story about Jesus warning us against the spiritual pride in all of us and how it blinds us from the truth.

Do you ever struggle with performance or comparing yourself with others? In this message, Blake Holmes will help us to look at the parable of the Pharisee and tax collector. This parable is ultimately a story about Jesus warning us against the spiritual pride in all of us and how it blinds us from the truth.

Do you ever struggle with performance or comparing yourself with others? In this message, Blake Holmes will help us to look at the parable of the Pharisee and tax collector. This parable is ultimately a story about Jesus warning us against the spiritual pride in all of us and how it blinds us from the truth.

John Driver borrows from and adapts a timely message from Watermark's Blake Holmes, chasing down what Proverbs has to say about one of the most sought-after mysteries of daily life: wisdom for making the right decisions. To download sermon notes or watch past messages, visit: http://grovechurchmj.com/video Facebook: http://facebook.com/grovechurchmj Instagram: http://instagram.com/grovechurchmj Twitter: http://twitter.com/grovechurchmj Visit us online at http://grovechurchmj.com

Oren Martin, Caitlin Van Wagoner, and guest Blake Holmes finish out our 2-part series on the Church by discussing what scripture says about what makes for a healthy church and how we apply those principles at Watermark. Part I (01:19 - 24:18)What characteristics make up a healthy church? Preaching of the Word, membership, discipleship, elders, serving, church-discipline, evangelism, ordinances Expositional Preaching Dallas Willard's definition of discipleship: Discipleship is the process of becoming who Jesus would be, if He were you. Scripture Mentioned: 1 Timothy 3: 1-13, Titus 1, 2 Timothy 4:2, Matthew 16 and 18, Ephesians 4:11, 1 Corinthians 5, Hebrews 12:5-6, Matthew 28, Matthew 21 Part II (24:18 - 47:45)How does Watermark try to apply these characteristics? Membership Baptism Community Groups How to Determine Your Spiritual Gifts Book on Baptism: Going Public by Bobby Jamieson Apostle's Creed Ministries Mentioned: Join the Journey Equipping Opportunities Re:Generation Student Ministries Marriage Ministries Great Questions Scripture Mentioned: 1 Peter 4:10, Romans 12, 1 Corinthians 12, 1 Peter 5:1 __ Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org Follow along with WatermarkInstagram | YouTube | Facebook | Twitter__ Looking for resources from Nathan Wagnon? Check out the Eden Project.

In this episode Oren Martin, Caitlin Van Wagoner, and guest Blake Holmes bring it back to the basics of the Church: the Church's purpose, structure, and history. Scripture: Acts 20:28, Hebrews, Acts 2, Matthew 16:15-23, Revelation 20, Ephesians 6:12, Leviticus 10 References and Helpful Links: Martin Luther's 7 Characteristics of the Church What is the Parachurch? A Christian faith-based organization which carries out its mission usually independent of church oversight Regulative Principle The Institutes of the Christian Religion Book 4 by John Calvin Oren's 100 Word Definition of the Church: 100 word definition of the church: The church is the new covenant people of God, brought about by the person and work of the Lord Jesus Christ, consists of local gatherings of baptized believers, and is indwelt and gifted by the Holy Spirit to know, serve and glorify her Triune God. Her ministries include proclaiming the whole gospel of God, administering the ordinances of baptism and the Lord's Supper, and exercising church discipline. Her purpose is worship, discipleship, and missions as she makes the gospel visible and proclaims the gospel to the nations. Her biblical offices are elders/pastors (biblically qualified men) and deacons (biblically qualified men and women).  Learn more about Watermark Community Church at watermark.org

In this episode, Oren Martin, Caitlin Van Wagoner, and guest Blake Holmes discuss the Bible: why it is trustworthy, how it all fits together, and how it is relevant and applicable to Christians today.   References and Helpful Links: - Manuscript Evidence  - Scripture: (2 Peter 1, Colossians, Revelation 21, 2 Timothy 3:16-17, Hebrews 4, Leviticus, Numbers 22:21-39, 1 Peter 1:19, Matthew 5:17, Luke 24:26-27, 31, John 3:14-15, 16, Numbers 21, Isaiah 52-55) - B.B. Warfield  - Great Questions: A safe place for those whose questions or doubts are keeping them from a relationship with God. Hosted every Monday at Watermark Community Church.  - Join the Journey: A daily Bible reading plan, devotional, and podcast from Watermark Community Church. - Biblical Theology Learn more about Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas at watermark.org 

Have you ever felt alone, left out, or mocked because of your faith? Jesus's victory over sin and death offers us hope in our present suffering and secures our glorious future with Him. Blake Holmes walks through 1 Peter 3:18-22, encouraging us to live a life of holiness in all circumstances.

Have you ever felt alone, left out, or mocked because of your faith? Jesus's victory over sin and death offers us hope in our present suffering and secures our glorious future with Him. Blake Holmes walks through 1 Peter 3:18-22, encouraging us to live a life of holiness in all circumstances.

Have you ever felt alone, left out, or mocked because of your faith? Jesus's victory over sin and death offers us hope in our present suffering and secures our glorious future with Him. Blake Holmes walks through 1 Peter 3:18-22, encouraging us to live a life of holiness in all circumstances.

Have you ever felt alone, left out, or mocked because of your faith? Jesus's victory over sin and death offers us hope in our present suffering and secures our glorious future with Him. Blake Holmes walks through 1 Peter 3:18-22, encouraging us to live a life of holiness in all circumstances.

Have you ever felt alone, left out, or mocked because of your faith? Jesus's victory over sin and death offers us hope in our present suffering and secures our glorious future with Him. Blake Holmes walks through 1 Peter 3:18-22, encouraging us to live a life of holiness in all circumstances.

Oren Martin, Caitlin Van Wagoner, and guest Blake Holmes discuss why we've started an equipping podcast, what our tagline means, and why knowing God is important to the Christian faith.   References and Helpful Links:  Scripture: Colossians 1, Proverbs 1, John 17:3, Psalm 13:1, Mark 9:24, Romans 10:17, Exodus 3, Hebrews 1:1  Augustine of Hippo   Athanasius  Johnathan Edwards, Religious Affections  Watermark Institute: The Watermark Institute is a 10-month discipleship program to help church leaders and those considering vocational ministry gain hands-on ministry experience while receiving in-depth biblical instruction.  Oren's Short Studies in Systematic Theology  Learn more about Watermark Community Church in Dallas, Texas at watermark.org 

In a time of growth and transformation for Watermark, leaders invested extraordinary amounts of time and prayer into identifying, articulating, and reinforcing the church's four strategic priorities. Elder and senior pastor Blake Holmes shares his takeaways on bringing clarity and focus and securing team buy-in.   

Genesis 2:4-25 says that we were made to flourish as God's image-bearers. What do you believe it means for you to flourish? Where do we find meaning? Where is life found? Blake Holmes reminds us we are made to flourish in relationship with God, through His provision, under His rule, and by His design.

Genesis 2:4-25 says that we were made to flourish as God's image-bearers. What do you believe it means for you to flourish? Where do we find meaning? Where is life found? Blake Holmes reminds us we are made to flourish in relationship with God, through His provision, under His rule, and by His design.

Genesis 2:4-25 says that we were made to flourish as God's image-bearers. What do you believe it means for you to flourish? Where do we find meaning? Where is life found? Blake Holmes reminds us we are made to flourish in relationship with God, through His provision, under His rule, and by His design.

Genesis 2:4-25 says that we were made to flourish as God's image-bearers. What do you believe it means for you to flourish? Where do we find meaning? Where is life found? Blake Holmes reminds us we are made to flourish in relationship with God, through His provision, under His rule, and by His design.

Genesis 2:4-25 says that we were made to flourish as God's image-bearers. What do you believe it means for you to flourish? Where do we find meaning? Where is life found? Blake Holmes reminds us we are made to flourish in relationship with God, through His provision, under His rule, and by His design.

Has your faith ever been tested to the point of wanting to walk away from Jesus? As we continue our sermon series Loaded Questions, Blake Holmes shows us what it looks like to wrestle with God's goodness in the face of life's challenges and what genuine faith in Him looks like.

Has your faith ever been tested to the point of wanting to walk away from Jesus? As we continue our sermon series Loaded Questions, Blake Holmes shows us what it looks like to wrestle with God's goodness in the face of life's challenges and what genuine faith in Him looks like.

Has your faith ever been tested to the point of wanting to walk away from Jesus? As we continue our sermon series Loaded Questions, Blake Holmes shows us what it looks like to wrestle with God's goodness in the face of life's challenges and what genuine faith in Him looks like.

Do you sense an ache in your soul, longing for something greater than what you experience in this world? In week eight of Dying to Live, Blake Holmes walks through Romans 8:18-30 to show us what it looks like to anticipate the future glory that is promised in Scripture.

Do you sense an ache in your soul, longing for something greater than what you experience in this world? In week eight of Dying to Live, Blake Holmes walks through Romans 8:18-30 to show us what it looks like to anticipate the future glory that is promised in Scripture.

Have you ever used short cuts in your walk with Christ, trying tips, tricks, and life hacks to get closer to Him? In the second week of our sermon series Dying to Live, Blake Holmes dives into Romans 6:1-14 to teach us where true spiritual growth comes from and what it looks like.

Have you ever used short cuts in your walk with Christ, trying tips, tricks, and life hacks to get closer to Him? In the second week of our sermon series Dying to Live, Blake Holmes dives into Romans 6:1-14 to teach us where true spiritual growth comes from and what it looks like.

When you feel like life is in a freefall, where do you turn? In the second week of our summer series Playlist, Blake Holmes uses Psalm 16 to show us how God is our Refuge, Satisfaction, Counselor, and Hope.

When you feel like life is in a freefall, where do you turn? In the second week of our summer series Playlist, Blake Holmes uses Psalm 16 to show us how God is our Refuge, Satisfaction, Counselor, and Hope.

Do you find yourself spending too much time and energy on the inconsequential things of this world? As we close out our sermon series The Last Word, Blake Holmes shows us three practical ways to invest in what truly matters so that we might finish well when our time on earth is done.

Do you find yourself spending too much time and energy on the inconsequential things of this world? As we close out our sermon series The Last Word, Blake Holmes shows us three practical ways to invest in what truly matters so that we might finish well when our time on earth is done.

What do you believe to be true about God and the Bible? In Sunday's message, Blake Holmes reminds us of three things that never change despite the world around us: The character of God, the Word of God, and the mission of God.

What do you believe to be true about God and the Bible? In Sunday's message, Blake Holmes reminds us of three things that never change despite the world around us: The character of God, the Word of God, and the mission of God.

In this session of DadU, Blake Holmes asks us to consider three hugely important questions: 1) What is prayer? 2) What do our prayers reveal? and 3) How then should we pray? Taking these things into consideration, Blake and a panel of dads then share some tools that have been helpful for growing in faithfulness as we pray for our families and disciple our children to develop this habit for themselves. For additional resources from this session, visit our blog for more information on [praying in faith](https://www.watermark.org/blog/pray-in-faith-dads)

When's the last time you made a choice that resulted in pain and grief? What about a choice that resulted in peace and joy? As we continue our series, “This is the Life,” Blake Holmes teaches us how to live a wise life marked by obedience.

When's the last time you made a choice that resulted in pain and grief? What about a choice that resulted in peace and joy? As we continue our series, “This is the Life,” Blake Holmes teaches us how to live a wise life marked by obedience.

Have you ever been a member of a church somewhere? If so, what was it like? Did it have any major impact on your life? How you lived? This week, Blake Holmes teaches us about the church and church membership. He teaches us how the church is a people, how it is a family, body, flock of sheep, and an embassy, and how church membership matters.

Have you ever been a member of a church somewhere? If so, what was it like? Did it have any major impact on your life? How you lived? This week, Blake Holmes teaches us about the church and church membership. He teaches us how the church is a people, how it is a family, body, flock of sheep, and an embassy, and how church membership matters.

There's a good chance you heard the “Golden Rule” growing up…but did you know it's straight from the Bible? Specifically, straight from Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount? As we continue our series, “Summer on the Mount,” Blake Holmes walks us through Matthew 7:12, the Golden Rule.

There's a good chance you heard the “Golden Rule” growing up…but did you know it's straight from the Bible? Specifically, straight from Jesus in the Sermon on the Mount? As we continue our series, “Summer on the Mount,” Blake Holmes walks us through Matthew 7:12, the Golden Rule.

What do you believe about God the Father? What is your attitude when praying to Him? As we continue our series, on the Sermon on the Mount, Blake Holmes teaches and explains to us the Lord's Prayer found in Matthew 6.

Do you ever find yourself in arguments over the dumbest things? What about arguments over things of the faith? The truth is, sometimes, we argue about some of the most ridiculous things. There are inconsequential things that we should never argue about, and there are some important things that we need to take a stand on. In this start to a new series, “The 7,” Blake Holmes teaches about the essentials and the non-essentials of the Christian faith, and how to discern between the two.

This class will guide you through the Bible and provide an understanding of the structure, timeline, and themes of Scripture. Blake Holmes and Geo Ammerman finish the Old Testament in this series. This is week 3 of 6.

This class will guide you through the Bible and provide an understanding of the structure, timeline, and themes of Scripture. Blake Holmes and Geo Ammerman finish the Old Testament in this series. This is week 3 of 6.

This class will guide you through the Bible and provide an understanding of the structure, timeline, and themes of Scripture. Blake Holmes and Geo Ammerman finish the Old Testament in this series. This is week 3 of 6.