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In Luke 14:15–24, Jesus tells a story about a great banquet and an invitation that is already going out. The Kingdom of God has come near, but not everyone recognizes the invitation for what it is.This message explores what marks a Christ-centered community: conviction, compassion and candor, and a compelling witness. Jesus confronts our excuses, expands the invitation, and ultimately becomes the Servant who brings us to God.The good news is not simply that there is a feast. It is that, in Christ, everything is ready—and there is still room.

Our pastoral resident, Sean Davis, preaches on Luke 14:7–14 in part two of our sermon series, Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?, exploring humility, hospitality, and what it means to have a seat at God's table.

Pastor James continues our series, Gather to Go, walking through the book of Acts. This week we looked at Acts 20:17-38 and saw that God desires the leadership of the church to reflect His character and His heart.

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Today David provides what he calls “gospel grounds” upon which he believes the imagination of Christians - their vision - for legal and public policy advocacy might be expanded beyond doing politics the way the world does but only better because “we believe in Jesus!” You won’t want to miss what’s in his modernized version of a chapter in John Owen’s Meditations and Discourses on the Glory of Christ about a particular glory in Christ. It may begin to reshape your vision for politics and law even as it did his a few years ago.

Today David provides “gospel grounds” upon which he believes the imagination of Christians - their vision - for legal and public policy advocacy might be expanded beyond doing politics the way the world does but only better because “we believe in Jesus.” You won’t want to miss what’s in his modernized chapter about a particular glory of Christ in John Owen’s Meditations and Discourses on the Glory of Christ. It just may begin to reshape your vision for politics and law even as it did his a few years ago.Support the show: https://www.factennessee.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today David provides what he calls “gospel grounds” upon which he believes the imagination of Christians - their vision - for legal and public policy advocacy might be expanded beyond doing politics the way the world does but only better because “we believe in Jesus!” You won’t want to miss what’s in his modernized version of a chapter in John Owen’s Meditations and Discourses on the Glory of Christ about a particular glory in Christ. It may begin to reshape your vision for politics and law even as it did his a few years ago.

Today, we begin a five-week series in Luke 14, centered on the story traditionally known as The Great Banquet. It's a chapter filled with meals, invitations, unexpected guests, uncomfortable questions, and the surprising grace of Jesus.As we move through it, we'll consider not only what Jesus teaches about community, but how we might live into that kind of community together: celebrating what we've been given, being changed by his grace, and making room for others. 

On this episode, we're joined by Janet Cone.  Janet R. Cone has served as Director of Athletics at UNC-Asheville since 2004, making her the longest-tenured athletic director in the Big South Conference. During her leadership, she has helped grow UNC-Asheville into a highly respected Division I mid-major program, guided the department through major challenges, including Hurricane Helene, and served in numerous NCAA and national leadership roles. A two-time NACDA Athletic Director of the Year, Janet is known for building strong teams, developing student-athletes, and leading with vision through seasons of growth and change. Send us Fan MailThanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don't forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at darren@highbridgebooks.com if you're interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

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CheckoutThe God Centered Concept Academy Training Community to learn what growth in Christ isTUVU CommunitiesCheck out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.What does it mean to build a Christ-centered home in a culture where truth, identity, marriage, family, and traditional roles are increasingly being redefined?Recorded live at Christian Product Expo (CPE) Summer 2026 in St. Charles, Missouri, T.S. Wright welcomes back award-winning author Gina Romero, author of Welcome Home: A Guide to Homemaking from the Heart and host of the Welcome Home by Gina podcast.Gina shares why Christian women should resist allowing culture to define their calling and instead return to the Word of God for direction. Rather than reducing biblical womanhood to a cultural stereotype or a rigid “trad wife” formula, Gina emphasizes surrendering our ambitions, responsibilities, careers, marriages, homes, and families to the individual calling God has placed upon our lives.T.S. and Gina discuss the changing roles of men and women, the Proverbs 31 woman, marriage, motherhood, working outside the home, spiritual leadership, discipleship of children, and the need for both husbands and wives to submit their lives fully to Jesus Christ.They also confront a growing challenge facing the Church: Christians becoming increasingly influenced by cultural ideologies, progressive Christianity, New Age practices, technology, and competing definitions of truth while spending less time actually reading Scripture.At the center of the conversation is a simple but urgent message:Jesus Christ must remain the standard of truth, and the Word of God must remain the foundation of the Christian home.In This EpisodeGina Romero's award-winning book Welcome HomeChristian homemaking in the modern worldBiblical womanhood versus cultural stereotypesThe Proverbs 31 woman and women in businessWorking mothers and stay-at-home mothersGod's individual calling for Christian womenMarriage, submission, sacrifice, and Ephesians 5The responsibility of Christian husbands and wivesDiscipling children inside the homeWhy Christians must return to reading the BibleTechnology, distraction, and spiritual prioritiesProgressive Christianity and New Age influenceTaking every thought captive to ChristThe spiritual importance of mothers and familiesBeing an example of Christ in the workplace and homeEvangelism and planting seeds for the Kingdom of GodGina's Welcome Home by Gina podcast and ministryFeatured ScripturesJeremiah 29:11Ephesians 2:10Ephesians 5:22–33Proverbs 312 Corinthians 10:5Ephesians 6:10–18KeywordsGina Romero, Gina Romero Welcome Home, Welcome Home by Gina, Christian homemaking, Christian homemaker, biblical womanhood, Christian women, Christian motherhood, Christian marriage, Christian family, Christ centered home, biblical family, family discipleship, discipling children, Proverbs 31 woman, women of faith, Christian wife, Christian mom, working Christian women, stay at home mom, biblical truth, Christian living, Bible teaching, progressive Christianity, New Age Christianity, spiritual warfare, taking every thought captive, Christian parenting, Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, T.S. Wright, TS Wright, Christian Product Expo, CPE 2026, CPE Summer 2026, Christian podcast, faith and family, Jesus Christ, Word of GodCall to ActionIf this conversation encouraged you, subscribe to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast, share this episode with a Christian wife, mother, husband, or family who needs to hear it, and leave a rating or review to help us reach more people with biblical truth.Connect with Gina Romero through Welcome Home by Gina and listen to her podcast wherever you get your podcasts.And keep coming back to Kingdom Cross Roads Podcast as we continue conversations designed to strengthen believers, equip the Church, and point people back to Jesus Christ and the truth of God's Word.

What does a Christ-centered church look like? Paul concludes the book of Ephesians by showing us what churches should be like. Pastor Micah Hayes concludes our series, “Ephesians: One in Christ,” preaching from Ephesians 6:18-24. Notes in this sermon: A Christ-centered church prays intentionally A Christ-centered church encourages intentionally Visit www.bluevalleychurch.org for more information about Blue Valley Church in Overland Park,Olathe, and Gardner, Kansas.

What does a Christ-centered church look like? Paul concludes the book of Ephesians by showing us what churches should be like. Derrick Rodriguez, Director of Student Ministries Antioch Campus, concludes our series, “Ephesians: One in Christ,” preaching from Ephesians 6:18-24. Notes in this sermon: A Christ-centered church prays intentionally A Christ-centered church encourages intentionally Visit www.bluevalleychurch.org for more information about Blue Valley Church in Overland Park,Olathe, and Gardner, Kansas.

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In this message from our Hebrews Bible study series, we come back to one simple, profound focus: but we see Jesus. He is not a sidebar to our faith — He is the center of it. Long before we ever turned toward Him, God made humanity the crown of His creation, breathed life into us, and then sent His Son to redeem what was lost. Jesus became flesh, suffered, and died — not to leave death untouched, but to destroy its power and set us free from bondage.Fixing our eyes on Jesus doesn't remove the difficulty in front of you. But it changes how you face it.

A deep dive into the people discussed in Philemon.A Christ-Centered life is anchored in Christ-Centered moments.

We sit down with Susan Crosier from Grace Prep to talk about the kind of school culture that makes people laugh, trust each other, and stay anchored to Jesus when leadership gets hard. Along the way, we dig into flourishing families, an entrepreneurial mindset that boosts student agency, and why a student-run soda business can teach what grades often miss. • choosing joy at work as a survival skill in education • building trust through stability, shared hardship, and seeking Jesus in leadership decisions • shifting from serving students to serving flourishing families • Christian schools as biblical community without replacing the church • student agency through choice, ownership, and real responsibility • preparing students to stand out with critical thinking and communication • rethinking grading by valuing process, feedback, and growth 

Jon Buck's Sermon on Colossians from August 23, 2026.

What does it mean to be a godly man in today's culture? And how should Christian men understand masculinity, marriage, fatherhood, leadership, and their identity in Christ?In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters Podcast, Dr. Paul D. Weaver sits down with Paul Pettit, author of A Courageous Identity: Accepting the Call of Christ-Centered Masculinity, to discuss what biblical manhood looks like and how Christian men can pursue Christ-centered masculinity in a culture with competing visions of what it means to be a man.Dr. Pettit draws from Scripture, his years of mentoring young men, his work with fathers and husbands, and his experience teaching seminary students to explain why biblical masculinity is not about domination, passivity, or perfection—but about servant leadership, responsibility, courage, sacrifice, and Christlikeness.Together, they discuss:What Christ-centered masculinity actually meansThe difference between biblical masculinity and the world's competing views of manhoodHow Christian men should think about authority and servant leadershipWhy husbands are called to love their wives as Christ loved the churchBiblical roles and responsibilities within marriage and the familyWhy men must reject passivity and accept responsibilityHow fathers can model godly leadership for their sons and daughtersWhy becoming a godly man is about daily progress rather than perfectionThe importance of spiritual habits, Scripture, worship, and consistent investment in familyWhat biblical courage looks like in a culture increasingly opposed to Christian convictionsCommon struggles facing young men, including loneliness, pornography, drinking, vaping, and online gamblingHow men can overcome destructive patterns and unhealthy models of manhoodWhy it's never too late to become a better husband or fatherBreaking unhealthy generational patterns and leaving a better legacyWhy Christian men need brotherhood, mentorship, and accountabilityThe importance of having a "Paul," a "Barnabas," and a "Timothy" in our livesRather than pursuing perfection, Pettit encourages men to pursue Christlikeness—growing through daily habits, dependence on Christ, the work of the Holy Spirit, God's Word, and relationships with other believers.Whether you're a husband, father, young man, pastor, mentor, or someone seeking to better understand biblical manhood and Christian masculinity, this conversation offers a practical and Scripture-centered framework for thinking about what it means to live as a man of courage and conviction.Dynamic Dadshttps://dynamicdads.org/ Dynamic Dads is a nonprofit organization founded by Dr. Paul Pettit that equips and encourages fathers to become more intentional, involved, and Christ-centered leaders in their homes.

Christ-centered living is not just a religious 'catch phrase.' Paul encourages the Ephesian church even while he himself is in prison, writing to them that he's been hearing about their faith and loving action. As he encourages them, he does so with Christ at the center. As he prays for them, Christ is central here too. And finally, he reminds them that their own identity as the body of Christ stems from Christ himself, the Risen One who is exalted over every other authority and power, as their head. Still today, we serve the same Jesus, have our own Christ-centered stories to live and to share, and a world around us to share them with!

This is a one-off sermon focused on our first value: Christ-Centered. – Mark Ongley Is on the Preaching Team at The Gospel Tabernacle. August 9, 2026.

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Click to Text Thoughts on Today's EpisodeAs Graced Health winds down its final season, I'm introducing listeners to podcasters I trust to carry them forward — like Brittany Braswell, RD, and host of the Faith-Filled Food Freedom podcast (formerly the Joy-Filled Eater Podcast). Brittany is a registered dietitian, public speaker, and creator of the Joy-Filled Eater course, where she helps Christian women break free from food guilt, body image struggles, and diet culture through a faith-centered, practical approach to food freedom.In this conversation, Brittany and I catch up as longtime friends and colleagues, and Brittany shares who she works with, what surprised her most in her own podcasting journey, and where new listeners should start if they want to dig into her back catalog.Main points discussed:The real problem isn't the information — Brittany argues nutrition facts themselves aren't usually the issue; it's how they're deliveredListening to your body without letting it "drive the bus" — Brittany's framework: combines body awareness, faith/discernment, and basic nutrition knowledge rather than following rigid rules or oversimplified mantras.The messy middle — There's rarely a single "right" answer in nutrition; it takes trial and error, curiosity over judgment.A surprising fan-favorite topic on Brittany's podcast — An episode on sex and body image got huge listener response, leading to a follow-up ("The Secret Sex Lives of Christian Wives") about how body image affects intimacy and marriage.Listen to the Faith Filled Food Freedom PodcastConnect with Brittanyhttps://www.brittanybraswellrd.com/https://www.instagram.com/brittanybraswellrdMy latest recommended ways to nourish and move your body, mind and spirit: Nourished Notes Bi-Weekly Newsletter30+ Non-Gym Ways to Improve Your Health (free download)Connect with Amy: GracedHealth.com Instagram: @GracedHealthYouTube: @AmyConnell

On this episode, we're joined by John Harris.  John Harris is President of the Rocky Mountain Christian Chamber of Commerce and CEO of Thunderbird Jewelry and part of the ownership group of Thunderbird Supply Company (like Home Depot), which has been proudly serving the wholesale Native American jewelry and crafts industry since 1974. John is passionate about honoring Christ through business, serving the Native American community, and discipling the next generation of Kingdom-minded leaders.  https://thunderbirdjewelry.com/  www.LinkedIn.com/coachjohnharris www.Facebook.com/coachjohnharris Send us Fan MailThanks for listening, and keep partnering with God in your business.   And don't forget to check out our sponsor at HighBridgeBooks.com. And feel free to contact me directly at darren@highbridgebooks.com if you're interested in writing, publishing, and selling a book.   

"A Christ-Centered, Truth-Telling Life" - Clay Stauffer - July 19, 2026 by Sermon

Welcome to Through the Psalms, a weekend ministry of TheTruthPulpit.com. Over time, we will study all 150 psalms with Pastor Don Green from TruthCommunityChurch.org in Cincinnati, Ohio. We're glad you're with us. Let's open to the Psalms as we join our teacher in The Truth Pulpit. Subscribe to the podcast: https://thetruthpulpit.com/ttpw Pastor Don's Books: https://ttwpress.com

Welcome to Through the Psalms, a weekend ministry of The Truth Pulpit. Over time, we will study all 150 psalms with Pastor Don Green from Truth Community Church in Cincinnati, Ohio. We're glad you're with us. Let's open to the Psalms now as we join our teacher in The Truth Pulpit. thetruthpulpit.com

Blockbuster had 9,000 stores and was worth $9 billion. Today, only one location remains. What happened — and what does it have to do with the church?In this episode, Pastor Scott Ardavanis sits down with his son Jonny for a father-son conversation on what actually makes a church healthy. Is it true that churches need to "change with the times or die," like Blockbuster and Kodak failed to do? Or are there timeless, transcendent principles every healthy church must hold onto regardless of culture?This episode is brought to you by our ministry partner Accountable2You. Join thousands living in freedom with nothing to hide, and visit https://accountable2you.com/dialin. Use our unique code DIALIN to get 25% off your first year of an Accountable2You Personal or Family PlanTogether they unpack 8 marks of a healthy church, including:1. A High View of God2. A High View of Scripture (expository preaching & sound doctrine)3. Every Member Ministry (every believer serving, not just watching)4. A Commitment to Holiness & Discipleship5. Christ-Centered, Spirit-Filled Worship6. A Devotion to Prayer7. A Gospel-Centered Focus (local & global)8. Qualified Biblical Leadership (elders & deacons)Whether you're a pastor, church leader, or simply trying to find a healthy church home, this conversation will help you understand what to look for — and why the church doesn't need a new strategy so much as faithfulness to God's Word.

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by Christian Medical & Dental Associations® Bethany Taylor joins host Dr. Mike Chupp for a conversation on the vital role of Christ-centered mentoring in healthcare, recorded live during a breakout session at the 2026 CMDA National Convention. They discuss the biblical foundation for investing in the next generation, what healthy mentoring relationships look like from both the mentor’s and mentee’s perspective, and why intentional discipleship is essential for Christian healthcare professionals. Whether you’re an experienced clinician looking to pour into others or a student or trainee seeking godly guidance, this episode offers encouragement and practical steps for building mentoring relationships that leave a lasting Kingdom impact.

We are not accepted by God because of what we do, but through faith in Christ, and from that acceptance we are transformed to live for Him. 우리는 행위가 아니라 그리스도를 믿는 믿음으로 하나님께 받아들여지며, 그 은혜 안에서 하나님을 위해 살아가는 삶으로 변화됩니다.

Text - Matthew 20:25-28 by John Williams, pastor | Lord's Day Morning | 06.28.26

As parents, we long to raise girls who are thoughtful, grounded, and confident in Christ—not swept away by every cultural trend or viral "hot take." But in a world shaped by social media influence, digital comparison, and nonstop opinions, how do we disciple daughters to think Biblically, lead humbly, and follow Jesus faithfully?  In this powerful conversation, Natalie Ambrose welcomes pastor, author, and mentor Dr. J.R. Briggs to explore Biblical parenting rooted in curiosity, unhurried presence, and meaningful questions. Together, they discuss how servant leadership—modeled perfectly in the life of Jesus Christ—shapes the way we guide our daughters. They also address how families can cultivate discernment in the age of influencers, mentor the next generation of Christian leaders, and create space for authentic faith formation at home.  Whether you're parenting a middle schooler navigating a growing social network or a high schooler preparing for adulthood, this episode offers practical wisdom for Christian parents seeking to raise girls with theological depth, critical thinking skills, and Gospel-centered courage.  Because raising Godly girls doesn't begin with louder voices—it begins with faithful presence, wise questions, and a life anchored in Christ.    Scriptures Referenced in this Episode:    1 Thessalonians 4:11  1 Kings 19:12  Psalm 27:14    To learn more about Dr. J.R. Briggs and his work, visit jrbriggs.com  Visit raisinggodlygirls.com for more encouragement and faith-based parenting tools.  Learn how to find or start an American Heritage Girls Troop in your community at americanheritagegirls.org.  

John Bushman served as a bishop for 6.5 years, as a member of many bishoprics, and currently serves as a Gospel Doctrine teacher. He has been a Seminaries and Institutes of Religion coordinator, Institute instructor, and is now a Seminary instructor. He has also taught EFY and FSY for 20 years. John loves hiking and going on adventures of most any kind. Links King Before Kingdom Watch the video and share your thoughts in the Zion Lab community Transcript available with the video in the Zion Lab community Highlights John Bushman explores the necessity of a “faithful revival” centered on Jesus Christ rather than the institutional church. He argues that while the restored church is essential, members and leaders often mistake the “kingdom” for the “king,” leading to a checklist-based faith. The discussion focuses on transitioning from a culture of “legalism” to one of genuine “regeneration” through a relationship with the Savior. 00:04:04 – Importance of Collaboration in Leadership 00:05:39 – The Most Important Part of Sacrament Meeting 00:08:06 – The Concept of Revival in the Church 00:10:57 – Spiritual Sleep in the Church 00:12:16 – The Challenge of Routine in Worship 00:13:04 – The Importance of Understanding “Why” 00:14:28 – The Purpose of Church Services 00:19:00 – Faith vs. Knowledge in the Gospel 00:24:01 – The New Covenant vs. Old Covenant 00:27:25 – The Role of Jesus in Salvation 00:28:47 – The Shift Towards Jesus-Centered Worship 00:30:35 – The Importance of Personal Conversion Stories 00:32:51 – The Relationship Between Church and Christ 00:36:20 – The Role of Church Leaders in Focusing on Jesus 00:39:21 – The Concept of Legalism in Faith 00:44:50 – Moving Beyond Legalism to Grace Key Insights The “King” vs. the “Kingdom”: Bushman emphasizes that the church is the vehicle (the kingdom), but Jesus Christ is the destination (the king). A faithful revival occurs when the focus shifts from just belonging to the organization to surrendering to the Savior. Conversion vs. Testimony: A testimony often focuses on the truth of facts (e.g., Joseph Smith was a prophet), whereas true conversion is the decision to stop doing things one’s own way and surrender life to Jesus. The New Covenant of Faith: Bushman clarifies that “faith” in the New Testament is better understood as “trust” or “reliance,” similar to the trust one places in a surgeon. It is an internal change of heart rather than just an outward performance of commandments. Avoiding “Spiritual Autopilot”: Routines, such as the sacrament or repetitive church meetings, can lead to a “spiritual sleep” where members go through the motions without emotional or spiritual connection to God. Regeneration Over Prohibition: True change (regeneration) happens when a person no longer desires to do evil because their heart has been changed by grace, which is more effective than “prohibition” or simply following a list of “don’ts”. Leadership Applications Pattern Interrupts in Meetings: Leaders can revitalize routine ordinances by adding brief, 60-second “pattern interrupts”. For example, a bishop might briefly challenge the ward to think of one specific way to remember the Lord during the upcoming week just before the sacrament is administered. Shifting the “Why” of Meetings: Leaders should evaluate if their meetings are designed to increase knowledge (factoids) or to facilitate a “worship service” that connects individuals with divinity. Focusing on Redemption in Interviews: When working with members on repentance or baptism, John suggests focusing on the member’s commitment to follow Jesus for the rest of their lives rather than just confirming they believe the Church is true. The award-winning Leading Saints Podcast is one of the top independent Latter-day Saints podcasts as part of nonprofit Leading Saints’ mission to help Latter-day Saints be better prepared to lead. Find Leadership Tools, Courses, and Community for Latter-day Saint leaders in the Zion Lab community. Learn more and listen to any of the past episodes for free at LeadingSaints.org. Past guests include Emily Belle Freeman, David Butler, Hank Smith, John Bytheway, Reyna and Elena Aburto, Liz Wiseman, Stephen M. R. Covey, Benjamin Hardy, Elder Alvin F. Meredith III, Julie Beck, Brad Wilcox, Jody Moore, Tony Overbay, John H. Groberg, Elaine Dalton, Tad R. Callister, Lynn G. Robbins, J. Devn Cornish, Bonnie Oscarson, Dennis B. Neuenschwander, Kirby Heyborne, Taysom Hill, Coaches Jennifer Rockwood and Brandon Doman, Anthony Sweat, John Hilton III, Barbara Morgan Gardner, Blair Hodges, Whitney Johnson, Ryan Gottfredson, Greg McKeown, Ganel-Lyn Condie, Michael Goodman, Wendy Ulrich, Richard Ostler, and many more in over 800 episodes. Discover podcasts, articles, virtual conferences, and live events related to callings such as the bishopric, Relief Society, elders quorum, Primary, youth leadership, stake leadership, ward mission, ward council, young adults, ministering, and teaching.