Podcast appearances and mentions of bryant golden

Read along with our chosen scripture: Luke 1:1–2; 9:23–25; 22:51; 23:33–37, 39, 44–46, 48–49 Jesus didn't ask for people to just believe in him. He invited people to follow him. Join us for the final episode of our series as Bryant Golden, lead pastor of Centerpoint Church, dives deep into the life and teachings of Jesus. In this thought-provoking message, Bryant challenges listeners to consider the true identity of Jesus of Nazareth and the implications of his teachings for our lives today. Discover the significance of Jesus' words from the cross, "Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing," and how this radical call to forgiveness and self-denial invites us to live counter-culturally. Bryant explores the difference between being an admirer of Jesus and a true follower, emphasizing the cost of discipleship and the transformative power of surrendering our lives to Christ. Whether you're investigating faith, a longtime believer, or somewhere in between, this message is designed to encourage and challenge you. Don't miss out on this opportunity to reflect on what it truly means to follow Jesus in a world filled with distractions and competing values. Key Topics: - The identity of Jesus and its significance - The call to forgiveness and self-denial - The difference between admirers and followers of Jesus - The cost of discipleship and living counter-culturally ----------------------------------------------------------- We are an alternative to church as usual. Our Sunday worship service is approximately a 75-minute experience designed to introduce people to the message of Jesus and equip believers to live their lives in response to the Gospel while their kids enjoy one of our safe children's environments. Centerpoint is designed to meet you wherever you are on the journey whether you are just checking out the "church thing" or you are a committed Christ follower. Centerpoint is a casual environment that combines today's music with creative media and relevant teaching. We hope you will visit us at Centerpoint Church regardless of what your past church experience has looked like.

Scripture: Luke 1:1–2; 15:1–2, 4, 7–8, 12, 18–20, 22, 24, 29–30, 32 Being right doesn't give us the right to be self-righteous. In this thought-provoking episode of our series, "Investigating Jesus," we dive deep into the concept of self-righteousness and its impact on our relationships and faith. Join us as we explore how self-righteousness can distance us from others and blind us to our own shortcomings. We discuss the importance of understanding our identity in Christ and how it shapes our view of others, especially those who may not share our beliefs or values. Through the lens of Jesus' teachings and parables, we examine the powerful message of grace and compassion that God extends to all, regardless of their past. Key topics include: -The dangers of self-righteousness and how it manifests in our lives -The significance of viewing people as lost and found rather than good and bad -The transformative power of Jesus' parables, particularly the story of the Prodigal Son -How the church can embody the love and acceptance of the Father Whether you're questioning your faith, seeking to understand Jesus better, or looking for ways to foster a more inclusive community, this episode offers valuable insights and encouragement. --------------------------------------------------------- We are an alternative to church as usual. Our Sunday worship service is approximately a 75-minute experience designed to introduce people to the message of Jesus and equip believers to live their lives in response to the Gospel while their kids enjoy one of our safe children's environments. Centerpoint is designed to meet you wherever you are on the journey whether you are just checking out the "church thing" or you are a committed Christ follower. Centerpoint is a casual environment that combines today's music with creative media and relevant teaching. We hope you will visit us at Centerpoint Church regardless of what your past church experience has looked like.

Read along with our chosen scripture: Luke 1:1–4; 4:43; 10:25–30, 33–37 Love for God is demonstrated by love for others. In this thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the concept of influence and the people who inspire us to be better. We share a personal story about a remarkable woman named Terry, who selflessly cared for his mother during a challenging time, illustrating the profound impact of unconditional love and sacrifice. As we explore the series "Investigating Jesus," we tackle the critical questions surrounding the identity of Jesus and the validity of the accounts of His life. Is there reliable evidence in the Gospels? What does it mean to follow Jesus today? Through the lens of a powerful parable, we examine the true meaning of being a neighbor and how Jesus redefined this concept for all generations. The episode challenges listeners to reflect on their own lives and consider how they can embody the love and compassion that Jesus exemplified, regardless of societal boundaries or personal biases. Join us as we encourage you to not just believe in Jesus but to actively participate in His kingdom by loving others as He taught. This episode is a call to action for anyone seeking to make a difference in their community and live out their faith in meaningful ways. --------------------------------------------------------- We are an alternative to church as usual. Our Sunday worship service is approximately a 75-minute experience designed to introduce people to the message of Jesus and equip believers to live their lives in response to the Gospel while their kids enjoy one of our safe children's environments. Centerpoint is designed to meet you wherever you are on the journey whether you are just checking out the "church thing" or you are a committed Christ follower. Centerpoint is a casual environment that combines today's music with creative media and relevant teaching. We hope you will visit us at Centerpoint Church regardless of what your past church experience has looked like.

Follow along with our chosen scripture: Luke 1:1–4; 3:1–3, 7–8, 10–11, 13–14, 16 Those who admired Jesus didn't shape civilization. People who decided to act and do something did. In this episode, we dive into the second part of our series on investigating Jesus. We start with a powerful question: If your life were a commercial, what would you be advertising? This episode challenges listeners to reflect on their lives and the messages they convey through their actions and interactions. We explore the foundational question of faith: the identity of Jesus of Nazareth. Is the Gospel of Luke a reliable account of Jesus' life? We discuss the significance of Luke's meticulous investigation and the unprecedented nature of his writings in ancient history. As we introduce John the Baptist, we examine his role as the forerunner to Jesus and the disruptive message he brought to the religious leaders of his time. John challenges the status quo, urging people to produce fruit in keeping with repentance and to live out their faith through actions that prioritize the marginalized and the poor. Join us as we reflect on what it means to truly follow Jesus in today's world. Are we living out a faith that is consumeristic and self-focused, or are we embodying the selfless love that Jesus exemplified? This episode encourages listeners to ask the hard questions and take actionable steps toward a deeper, more meaningful faith. --------------------------------------------------------- We are an alternative to church as usual. Our Sunday worship service is approximately a 75-minute experience designed to introduce people to the message of Jesus and equip believers to live their lives in response to the Gospel while their kids enjoy one of our safe children's environments. Centerpoint is designed to meet you wherever you are on the journey whether you are just checking out the "church thing" or you are a committed Christ follower. Centerpoint is a casual environment that combines today's music with creative media and relevant teaching. We hope you will visit us at Centerpoint Church regardless of what your past church experience has looked like.

Christians are not expected to believe based solely on a collection of ancient manuscripts. The foundation of our faith is anchored to something far more substantial and sustainable. Today, we dive into the foundational questions of faith: How do we know God exists? What role does the Bible play in our beliefs? Join us as we explore whether our faith should rest solely on ancient manuscripts or if there's something more substantial at the core of Christianity. We challenge the notion that belief should be blind and invite you to investigate the reliability of the Gospels—specifically, the accounts of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Discover why the resurrection of Jesus is the epicenter of our faith and how it launched a movement that has endured for centuries. Whether you're curious about faith, returning to it, or grappling with doubts, this episode encourages you to ask hard questions and seek a deeper understanding. We also discuss the importance of building a robust faith framework, especially for the next generation. Join us for an engaging discussion that aims to inspire both believers and skeptics alike. Read along with the message: Luke 1:1–4 Key Topics: The foundation of faith beyond ancient texts The significance of the resurrection of Jesus Investigating the reliability of the Gospels Building a faith framework for the next generation As we close, we invite you to reflect on your own faith journey and consider the questions that matter most to you. Let's explore together! --------------------------------------------------------- We are an alternative to church as usual. Our Sunday worship service is approximately a 75-minute experience designed to introduce people to the message of Jesus and equip believers to live their lives in response to the Gospel while their kids enjoy one of our safe children's environments. Centerpoint is designed to meet you wherever you are on the journey whether you are just checking out the "church thing" or you are a committed Christ follower. Centerpoint is a casual environment that combines today's music with creative media and relevant teaching. We hope you will visit us at Centerpoint Church regardless of what your past church experience has looked like. #LoveGod #Jesus #God #community #scripture #truth #belief #investigation #bible #sermon #church #churchservice #investigatingjesus #christianbelief #christian #christ

The litmus test of our devotion to God is our willingness to put him/others first in the arena of our money and possessions. Read Along with the message: Galatians 5:16, 22–23; Matthew 6:24, 33

When you identify and embrace the meaning of your life, your money becomes a means to an end as it was intended to be. Read Along with the message: Luke 16:1–12, 14

Commitment isn't enough, you have to show up. Here are the ways we hope you show up and God shows up over this next year to make your life better and your faith journey more exciting. Read Along with the message: Luke 9:59–61; Matthew 16:15–18

To whom something is given, something is required. Are you taking responsibility for your opportunities, or are you taking them for granted? Read Along with the message: Matthew 25:14-30

There's a time to pray. And there's a time to take responsibility. Do something. Read Along with the message: Joshua 7:12, Genesis 15:16, Joshua 7:2-13

People reap what they sow- Life is connected. There is a correlation between what you did/said in the past and what's going on in your life right now. Read Along with the message: Scripture: Galatians 6:3–5, 7, 9

Responsibility is not a zero-sum game. If you don't follow through on your responsibilities, someone else in your life has to pick up the slack. In this series, you'll learn how to stop finger pointing and excuse making and take responsibility for the things in your life. Read Along with the message: Genesis 1:27–29, Genesis 3:8–13

We all want to win but we don't always define the win in the areas of life that matter most. So, what is one win you can clarify and act on in 2025 that could make a big difference? Read Along with the message: 1 Corinthians 15:9–10, 19–22, 24–27

The way of love is the way forward. Read Along with the message: John 13:34; 14:6; Ephesians 5:1–2; Luke 2:7

Jesus came to show us the way back to God and others. Read Along with the message: John 14:6, 15; Matthew 5:23–24; 6:12; 18:21–22; Luke 19:8–9; Ephesians 4:32; Colossians 3:13; 2 Corinthians 5:19

At Christmas we celebrate the birth of the one who embodied the way—the way back to God, through our differences, and the way forward for the world. Read along with the message: Proverbs 14:12; John 1:14; 14:5–6; Luke 2:1, 3–7

In this series, we will talk about how things matter so much more to us when we experience them personally. One of faith's most overlooked aspects is its personal nature. And if we miss this, we miss out.

Jesus invites us to react in a way that reflects unwavering confidence in God and confidence that God is with us and for us. Read along with the message: 1 Peter 2:23; Romans 8:28, 31–32; Matthew 11:28–30

Our actions rarely tell the whole story, but our reactions do. They reflect our values, our fears, and our faith. Jesus instructs us to leverage them for good. Read along with the message: Matthew 5:38–39, 41–45, 46–48

You don't have to be afraid, even when there's something to be afraid of. Read along with the message: Matthew 8:23–27; 10:28–31; 14:22, 25–27; Mark 4:41; 1 Peter 5:7

If you are having a hard time forgiving yourself, here's some good news. Yourself has already been forgiven. There is no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus. What the law could not do,God already did. Read along with the message: Matthew 15:17–20; Proverbs 4:23; Romans 8:1–4

We have an extraordinary chance to reimagine our calling and purpose as part of something bigger that us. But stepping into our calling will always cost us. Refusing to step into our calling with unfortunately cost us more. It's our choice. Our chance. Mark 8:27-38 Read along with the message: Mark 8:27-38

We are a part of a promise that Jesus made that he would build his church and nothing would stop it. And nothing did! Now, two thousand years later we have the opportunity to steward the impact of the church in our generation to turn our community upside down. Read along with the message: Matthew 28:18-20; Acts 2:22-24; 3:15; I Corinthians 15:58

It's time to reimagine the next chapter in the story of Centerpoint. You've taken seriously our vision "to create an alternative to church as usual for all people" and hundreds of people have found a home at and we continue to grow. As a result we must create more space to reach more people. We need to reimagine, not just a building expansion, but thousands of more stories of life change among the people in our community still looking for hope. We will tell you what our next step is and how you can participate. Read along with the message: 2 Corinthians 5:14;18-20

What our world needs now is clarity among Jesus followers that comes from fixing our eyes on Jesus. Read along with the message: Hebrews 11:1,2,13,37-40. 12:1-3

The greatest threat to the Jesus movement is not from without but within. The enemy is division. What our world needs now is unity among Jesus followers. Read along with the message: John 17:8, 11, 18-23

Let's resist the temptation to use our faith—and to use Jesus—as a means to an end. Let's not be guilty of leveraging our faith to get our way in the world. Instead, let's choose to let our light shine. Read along with the message: Philippians 2:14–15; Matthew 5:16; 1 Corinthians 9:19–23.

What our world needs now from Jesus followers is maturity. Maturity that is empowered by the Holy Spirit to live with confidence, unity, and courage. Read along with the message: Matthew 5:45, 48; Ephesians 4:11-15

It it easy to get stuck in life and in our spiritual journey. So, how do you keep from getting stuck and take a next step? What does it look like to follow Jesus? Read along with the message: Mark 1:16-20; Luke 5:2-11

The church is not a place you attend but a family you belong to. When you show up, God has promised to move in you and through the people around you. What if you engaged with the church as family? Read along with the message: Ephesians 2:19-21; Ephesians 4:16

The hardest thing to do when life is hard is to see are circumstances clearly in light of God's presence and God's power. James gives us insight into how we do that. James 1:1-7 Read along with the message: James 1:1-7

When we experience conflict, we tend to focus on what someone else needs to do or change. But at the heart of every conflict is something we want that we aren't getting. Until we are willing to own our piece of the pie we will never make progress Read along with the message: James 4:1-10

We've all heard the adage that actions speak louder than words. But the words we've heard have shaped us and the words we speak have the power to shape others. And some words weigh more than others. Read along with the message: James 3:1-12

We easily confuse feeling, believing, and intending with actually doing. But ultimately, the thing that changes your life and the lives of others is actually doing something with what you know. Read along with the message: James 2:19-25

You can be honest with your doubt. Every one of Jesus followers doubted and even deserted Him. Read along with the message: Matthew 4:12–13; 11:2–6, 11; Mark 6:18–20

God's grace, mercy, and provision are large enough to handle the pain, suffering, and circumstances of your life. Read along with the message: John 11:8, 11–12, 14–16, 21, 33, 35, 39, 41–45.

Why not accept the invitation to live as part of his kingdom? If we do, things will change. But the change starts with us. Read along with the message: Mark 10:32, 35, 37–39, 41–45

We can be tempted by a lot of things we shouldn't give in to. But when we yield to humility, the world changes for the better. Read along with the message: 1 Peter 5:5; Matthew 14:15–16; John 6:14–15; 13:3–4, 12–13, 15; Philippians 2:6–8

The message of Jesus is a reminder to stop chasing what can't be caught. It seems foolish until it's not. Read along with the message: 1 Corinthians 1:18, 20; Galatians 5:22–23, 25

It's not intuitive to give up your life, but Jesus introduced an upside-down way of living. It's seems crazy and risky! Follow along with the message: Luke 4:5–6; 9:23; Matthew 4:9–10; Deuteronomy 6:12–13; 1 Corinthians 1:17

The Easter story is as disorienting as our lives sometimes. It begins with throngs of people anticipating the coronation of a king only to get a crucified criminal. From hopeful to despair in the course of days. It's the same with our lives. Events that we didn't anticipate can easily undermine our faith in God and lead to questions and doubt. But you aren't alone. They did for Jesus' initial followers on Easter weekend as well. As we'll discover, the message of Easter is that the coronation of a king came through a crucifixion that produced a resurrection. And with it the potential for our hope and faith to be restored

Personal ministry grows our faith because it positions us to experience God's power in our weakness.

What is the currency of relationship? TRUST. It's not obedience or fear. The currency of a relationship is trust. Throughout his ministry, Jesus invites people to place their trust in him as he reflects who God is. It's why the defining question for growing spiritually is...what would I do if I trusting God even when thing are hard? Matthew 5:43–45, 8:9–10; Mark 6:3, 6; John 14:1

When everything in me wants to close the door, I'm going to remember what my heavenly Father through Christ did for me. He does not count my sins against me. By his grace, I'm going to do for them what my heavenly Father did through Christ for me. I'm going to keep the door open—no regrets.

Addressing and owning my part of the blame depends on me. This means reconciliation always begins in the mirror. It begins by praying, “If there's something I need to own in this, I want to own it.” That may be the beginning of freedom for you because you can't do anything about them. It begins with us doing what we hope and pray the other person is willing to do.

Jesus could have forgiven at arm's length, but not reconciled. Reassembling requires moving in the direction of the unreconciled. If we choose to follow Jesus, we'll do the same. We will move and remove every obstacle possible. The goal isn't reconciliation; the goal is no regrets. What's stopping you?

Open hands are a reminder of who it all comes from. Open-handed living safeguards us from obsessing over what's there rather than who placed it there. “A person can receive only what is given them from heaven” (John 3:27). Jesus invites you into a life of joy, contentment, and happiness.

Most of us have been taught to monitor our behavior but not our heart. But bringing guilt, anger, greed, and jealousy into the light weakens their power over our soul. It's why we must to learn how to monitor and guard our heart.

Have you ever felt like there's a gap between how people see you and who you truly are? It's a common struggle, and it can leave us feeling disconnected and even unhappy with ourselves. But surrendering to and following Jesus can can make your life better because it closes this gap, leading to inner peace and a self you're genuinely happy to live with.

The story of Christmas is a story made up of disbelievers and doubters. The good news is that if doubters and disbelievers brought us the story of Christmas, there is room for all of us.