Podcasts about church community

Episode 117: A conversation with daughter of the King, wife, mama to four, Executive Director of Reckless Abandon Ministries, and Bible teacher, Aminta Geisler, and our BTG Podcast host, Mykelti Blum. These two talk through Aminta’s new Bible study, The Great 8, focused on the Beatitudes and what Jesus has in store for us through these important principles. She is passionate about teaching the Word of God to others and sharing how God radically changed her life. Aminta and Mykelti dive into Scripture and unpack one of Jesus' most important sermons. Get ready to take lots of notes! Learn more about Aminta and her new Bible study at amintageisler.com. Follow @amintageisler on Instagram and Facebook. Follow @MNBTG on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Subscribe to the BTG Podcast on Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Spotify, YouTube, or listen on WordPress. Thank You, Episode 117 Sponsor: Bible Basics Ministries! Thank you to Bible Basics Ministries for their support as our Episode 117 Sponsor! Learn more and purchase resources: biblebasicsministries.com. Follow @BibleBasicsMinistries on Facebook and Instagram. Email info@mnbtg.org with interest in viewing sponsor levels and benefits. BTG Events & Resources: 2026 Garden Coffee Free Missional Event for Women and Girls of All Ages! July 3, 2026, at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria, MN. Enjoy Refreshments, Worship Together, and Hear from a MN Global Worker. You’ll Also Have the Opportunity to Invest Into Missions (to Support Our 1000 Sisters Fund). Learn More at mnbtg.org/1000sisters. No RSVP Required; Invite Your Family and Church Community! 2026 Thrive Conference October 9-10, 2026 Mayo Civic Center (Rochester, MN) Featuring Lisa Bevere, Christina Girma-Hanfere, Martha Tennison, Susie Larson (speaker and emcee), Amber Gerstmann (emcee), and Substance Worship Afternoon & Main Sessions, “LIVE at Thrive with Susie Larson” — a BTG Podcast Recording Experience, Lunch with Speakers, the Thrive After-Party, Shopping, and More! Groups of 40 or More Who Register by September 20 Will Receive Reserved Seating. See All Ticket Types, and Register: First-Time Guests to Thrive in Rochester Can Register for ONLY $20 FREE Tickets for 2026 High School Grads and North Central University and Trinity Bible College and Graduate School undergrad students! Email info@mnbtg.org to Request Your Coupon Code. (These free tickets are not transferrable.) Register for Early Bird Tickets by August 31. BTG Missions Trips and Giving Opportunity Learn About Our 2025-2026 BTG Missions Partners, and Give A Tax-Deductible Gift:: mnbtg.org/missions. Apply to join a 2027 BTG Missions Trip to Cambodia or Cambodia and Vietnam: mnbtg.org/trips. 2027 BTG Leadership Conference February 19-20 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featuring Lisa Seaton and More! Main Sessions (including the Lund Leadership Award Presentation and the Leadership Exchange), Workshops, Brainstorming Groups, the After-Party, Exhibitor Shopping, Networking, and More! Register: mnbtg.org/leadership. Nominate a female leader of excellence for the 2027 Lund Leadership Award by Oct 31, 2026. 2027 Single Moms Retreat  June 4-5, 2026 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featured Guests: Dr. Keisha Spivey (speaker) and Derrick & Ashley Benoit (worship) Main Sessions, Multiple Workshops, Lots of INCLUDED Activities, Giveaways, and Services. Learn More & Register to Attend, Exhibit, or Volunteer: mnbtg.org/retreat. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast to help others find this resource, as well!

Who in your life has paved the way for your faith journey?In today's episode, Stephanie Alessi Muiña invites us to reflect on the elders, mentors, and faithful believers who have gone before us. Together, we'll explore how honoring those who built our spiritual foundations strengthens our own walk and brings the generations of the church closer together. We'll also learn the importance of praying for those who have poured so much into our lives.Join us as we unite in prayer and devotion, lifting up the faithful elders in our community and seeking wisdom to honor them with genuine love and respect.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! HELP US GROW THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare this with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewSupport Our Friends and FamilyConnect with the original host of MMD  Alison DelamotaFollow our family's podcast The Family Business with The Alessis

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Bill Gruhlkey and Roger Morris welcome their guest Pastor Roger Beach of Riverside Cowboy Church (Nevada, Missouri) to continue "Your Identity in Christ Part III," urging you to pursue unity with other believers and be in a Bible-teaching, Holy Spirit-led church. Using Isaiah 54:9, they emphasize that God's covenant of peace/blessing is unbreakable, He isn't angry with you, and He loves you the same regardless of past failures. They challenge feelings-based faith and remind you that the Word doesn't change, that "these signs shall follow them that believe" (Mark 16), and that faith is required to receive God's promises. Roger shares his struggle with depression and points to Isaiah 45:3 about "treasures hidden in darkness," encouraging you to refocus on Jesus, rise after setbacks, and accept prayer for anxiety and peace, followed by an invitation to receive Christ and a salvation prayer.   EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS:   00:00 No Favorites in Church 00:27 Meet the Hosts and Guest 01:20 Unity and Church Community 02:32 Isaiah 54 God Not Angry 04:06 Breaking the Punishment Mindset 07:09 Fatherhood and Covenant Love 09:38 Faith Over Feelings 11:10 Treasures in the Darkness 14:04 Focus On Jesus 14:29 Treasures Beyond Darkness 15:38 Say Yes To God 16:19 Get Back In Saddle 16:29 Granddaughter Fearless Rider 18:07 Reject Victim Mindset 18:31 Dominion Over Satan 19:30 Seven Years Depression 21:07 Slain In Spirit 25:11 Instant Anxiety Healing 26:19 Prayer For Peace 26:56 Salvation Invitation 28:18 Closing Resources   Connect with Bill & Roger Ministries: www.billandroger.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064668460680

In Matthew 15, Pastor Karl walks through two encounters that reveal how Jesus responds to very different kinds of people. The first is a confrontation with the Pharisees — religious leaders who had mastered looking clean on the outside while leaving their hearts completely untouched. Jesus exposes their hypocrisy and makes clear that the real issue is never what comes in from the outside, but what flows out from within.The second is a striking contrast: a Canaanite woman from Tyre and Sidon who comes to Jesus with nothing to offer — no credentials, no leverage, no religious standing. She simply cries out for mercy. When Jesus seems silent and even dismissive, she doesn't leave offended. She presses in, clings to grace, and receives what the Pharisees never could: a direct word of commendation from Jesus himself — "Great is your faith."God honors a transformed heart and exposes religious hypocrisy. And he blesses according to his grace — not our worthiness. This message is an invitation to stop trying to leverage God and start crying out for his mercy.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

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Episode 116 – BTG Listener-Favorite Series: A past conversation with author, speaker, and church planter Pastor Peter Haas and our BTG Podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, you will hear Pastor Peter’s powerful testimony of coming to Christ, how we can show the light of Jesus in all settings, and what it means to have true happiness. You will love this discussion around his book Broken Escalators: Funny & Frightful Lessons About Moth Eating and Moving to the Next Level. Learn more about Pastor Peter and check out his books and blog at peterhaas.org. Follow @peterhaas1 on social media. Learn more about BTG at mnbtg.org or follow @mnbtg on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube Subscribe to the BTG Podcast on Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Spotify, YouTube, or listen on WordPress. BTG Events & Resources: 2026 Single Moms Retreat  May 29-30, 2026 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featured Guests: Brooke Maxwell, Kevin Ramsby, and Amber Gerstmann (emcee) Main Sessions, Multiple Workshops, Lots of INCLUDED Activities and Giveaways. Learn More & Register to Attend, Exhibit, or Volunteer: mnbtg.org/retreat. 2026 Garden Coffee Free Missional Event for Women and Girls of All Ages! July 3, 2026, at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria, MN. Enjoy Refreshments, Worship Together, and Hear from a MN Global Worker. You’ll Also Have the Opportunity to Invest Into Missions (to Support Our 1000 Sisters Fund). Learn More at mnbtg.org/1000sisters. No RSVP Required; Invite Your Family and Church Community! 2026 Thrive Conference October 9-10, 2026 Mayo Civic Center (Rochester, MN) Featuring Lisa Bevere, Christina Girma-Hanfere, Martha Tennison, Susie Larson (speaker and emcee), & Amber Gerstmann (emcee) Afternoon & Main Sessions, “LIVE at Thrive with Susie Larson” — a BTG Podcast Recording Experience, Lunch with Speakers, the Thrive After-Party, Shopping, and More! Groups of 40 or More Who Register by September 20 Will Receive Reserved Seating. See All Ticket Types, and Register: First-Time Guests to Thrive in Rochester Can Register for ONLY $20 FREE Tickets for 2026 High School Grads and North Central University and Trinity Bible College and Graduate School undergrad students! Email info@mnbtg.org to Request Your Coupon Code. (These free tickets are not transferrable.) BTG Missions Trips and Giving Opportunity Learn About Our 2025-2026 BTG Missions Partners, and Give A Tax-Deductible Gift:: mnbtg.org/missions. The 2026 BTG Missions Trips are now full. Check back soon for details on our 2027 trip: mnbtg.org/trips. 2027 BTG Leadership Conference February 19-20 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featuring Lisa Seaton and more! Main Sessions (including the Lund Leadership Award Presentation and the Leadership Exchange), Workshops, Brainstorming Groups, the After-Party, Exhibitor Shopping, Networking, and More!  Register for Presale by March 1: mnbtg.org/leadership. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast to help others find this resource, as well!

What does authentic Christian community actually look like in a world marked by loneliness, division, and self-centered living? In Acts 2, we see the birth of the first local church—and discover a Spirit-filled community radically shaped by devotion to Jesus and love for one another. In this message, Pastor Curtis walks through Acts 2:42–47 and explores four characteristics of a healthy church community: a learning church, a loving church, a worshipping church, and an evangelistic church. As modern culture grows increasingly disconnected, Scripture gives us a vision for genuine community rooted in truth, sacrifice, worship, and Gospel witness. After Pentecost, thousands turned to Christ and publicly identified with Him through baptism. But their new life in Jesus did not stop at conversion. Luke gives us a picture of what happened next: believers devoted themselves to the apostles' teaching, cared for one another sacrificially, worshipped God with glad hearts, and boldly lived as witnesses to the saving work of Christ. This passage reminds us that healthy Christian community is not built on convenience or personal preference, but on devotion—to God's Word, to one another, and to the mission of Jesus. In an age increasingly shaped by artificial connection and distorted truth, the church is called to offer something real: authentic relationships, genuine love, and the unchanging truth of the Gospel. Most importantly, this message points us to Jesus Christ—the One who gave Himself for us so that we could be forgiven, made new, and brought into the family of God. Through His death and resurrection, Jesus removes our sin, guilt, and shame, and calls us into a new way of life marked by devotion, worship, and love for others. We'd love to invite you to join us at Harvest Church in Arroyo Grande as we grow together in God's Word, worship Jesus, and walk in authentic Christian community. Whether you've followed Christ for years or are simply exploring faith, there's a place for you here. Join us Sundays at 9am & 11am. For more information, visit www.agharvest.org.

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What does genuine Christian community actually look like?In this episode of 2414, Pastor Dan and Shane continue the conversation on St. Luke's 1-2-3 Challenge by focusing on “Gather: In Life Together.” From learning names and sharing meals to building trust through ordinary conversation, they explore why Christian fellowship is formed through consistent, everyday presence — not just major life moments.The episode moves from personal highs and lows, parenting struggles, and an absurd “Wheels vs. Doors” trivia game into a deeper discussion on friendship, vulnerability, and why modern Christianity can drift toward isolation and individualism.Drawing from Dietrich Bonhoeffer's Life Together, the conversation emphasizes that meaningful relationships are usually built slowly:“We share names before we share burdens. We share the boring parts of life before we share the big things.”Topics include:• Why the mundane matters in friendship• Introverts, extroverts, and practical connection steps• Why consistency builds trust• The danger of isolated Christianity• Summer Nights, meals, check-ins, and shared rhythms• How “training wheels” habits help create real community• Building belonging through ordinary life togetherThe 1-2-3 Challenge invites every person at St. Luke's to take two intentional steps in each of three discipleship areas:Gather. Grow. Go.This week's focus:Gather: In Life TogetherLearn more about the 1-2-3 Challenge:https://www.stlukes-church.com/the-123-challengeShare your completed steps so others can be encouraged:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewdKCn3HpPkUwboSspBf8IJc_isSnlhyn8RRtWiYs0mxjOWQ/viewform?pli=1Want to share your faith story on the 2414 Podcast?Schedule a recording here:https://outlook.office.com/book/Ge29a5d453add4d478471a0c1bf208af9@stlukes-church.com/?ismsaljsauthenabledDon't forget to continue the conversation at home, in the car, at work, or anywhere you can find someone to talk to! Thanks for walking with us!Support the show

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What does it actually mean to “gather” as Christians?In this episode of 2414, Pastor Dan and Shane spend time unpacking the “Gather: In Worship” portion of St. Luke's 1-2-3 Challenge. From showing up consistently, to arriving early for prayer, to bringing a Bible, taking sermon notes, serving in worship, and building relationships across services, the conversation centers on how simple, intentional habits shape Christians over time.The discussion explores why discipleship is built more through rhythms than inspiration, why participation matters more than consumption, and how worship forms Christians for life beyond Sunday morning.They also reflect on:• Why small steps matter• How repetition forms identity• The value of gathering even when worship feels imperfect• Why Christians need shared life together• How consistency creates deeper connection and belonging• Why worship is about receiving God's gifts, not personal preferenceThe 1-2-3 Challenge invites every person at St. Luke's to take two intentional steps in each of three discipleship areas:Gather. Grow. Go.This week's focus:Gather: In WorshipLearn more about the 1-2-3 Challenge:https://www.stlukes-church.com/the-123-challengeShare your completed steps so others can be encouraged:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSewdKCn3HpPkUwboSspBf8IJc_isSnlhyn8RRtWiYs0mxjOWQ/viewform?pli=1Want to share your faith story on the 2414 Podcast?Schedule a recording here:https://outlook.office.com/book/Ge29a5d453add4d478471a0c1bf208af9@stlukes-church.com/?ismsaljsauthenabledDon't forget to continue the conversation at home, in the car, at work, or anywhere you can find someone to talk to! Thanks for walking with us!Support the show

Episode 115: A conversation with author, school teacher, storyteller for the Story Maker, and seeker of wisdom and truth, Cally Logan. Cally and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum, discuss what it looks like to find your identity and confidence in Christ. She shares her journey of leaving the marketplace to pursue the call God has placed on her life to encourage others. She has a passion to show women that they are seen by God and deeply matter to Him. Cally and Mykelti also share some practical strategies to navigate self-doubt and fully surrender identity to the Lord. Learn more about Cally, and check out her books and resources at callylogan.com. Follow @callylogan on Instagram. Follow @MNBTG on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Subscribe to the BTG Podcast on Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Spotify, YouTube, or listen on WordPress. BTG Events & Resources: 2026 Single Moms Retreat  May 29-30, 2026 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featured Guests: Brooke Maxwell, Kevin Ramsby, Kali Alonzo (worship), and Mykelti Blum (emcee) Main Sessions, Multiple Workshops, Lots of INCLUDED Activities, Giveaways, and Services. Learn More & Register to Attend, Exhibit, or Volunteer: mnbtg.org/retreat. 2026 Garden Coffee Free Missional Event for Women and Girls of All Ages! July 3, 2026, at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria, MN. Enjoy Refreshments, Worship Together, and Hear from a MN Global Worker. You’ll Also Have the Opportunity to Invest Into Missions (to Support Our 1000 Sisters Fund). Learn More at mnbtg.org/1000sisters. No RSVP Required; Invite Your Family and Church Community! 2026 Thrive Conference October 9-10, 2026 Mayo Civic Center (Rochester, MN) Featuring Lisa Bevere, Christina Girma-Hanfere, Martha Tennison, Susie Larson (speaker and emcee), & Amber Gerstmann (emcee) Afternoon & Main Sessions, “LIVE at Thrive with Susie Larson” — a BTG Podcast Recording Experience, Lunch with Speakers, the Thrive After-Party, Shopping, and More! Groups of 40 or More Who Register by September 20 Will Receive Reserved Seating. See All Ticket Types, and Register: First-Time Guests to Thrive in Rochester Can Register for ONLY $20 FREE Tickets for 2026 High School Grads and North Central University and Trinity Bible College and Graduate School undergrad students! Email info@mnbtg.org to Request Your Coupon Code. (These free tickets are not transferrable.) Register for Early Bird Tickets by August 31. BTG Missions Trips and Giving Opportunity Learn About Our 2025-2026 BTG Missions Partners, and Give A Tax-Deductible Gift:: mnbtg.org/missions. Apply to join a 2027 BTG Missions Trip to Cambodia or Cambodia and Vietnam: mnbtg.org/trips. 2027 BTG Leadership Conference February 19-20 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featuring Lisa Seaton and more! Main Sessions (including the Lund Leadership Award Presentation and the Leadership Exchange), Workshops, Brainstorming Groups, the After-Party, Exhibitor Shopping, Networking, and More!  Register for Presale by March 1: mnbtg.org/leadership. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast to help others find this resource, as well!

Erin doesn't have all the answers. She's not a deep diver, not an academic, not someone who can study her way through the hard questions. What she has instead is a childlike trust in a God who she knows is real, who she knows is there, and who she knows has it — even when she doesn't understand.Part 2 of Erin's Chip Lunch conversation picks up where Part 1 left off. After years of drifting in and out of church, Erin and her husband Chris found their way to Soul Revival: first to Kirrawee with her brother Pete, then to the small and eclectic Cronulla gathering. They stayed because Chris said something that stuck: maybe God put them there because the church needed them as much as they needed the church.Erin talks about what it's actually like to commit to a small church — the challenges, the deep relationships it creates, and the unexpected gift of raising two boys in a community where the adults treat them like real people in an intergenerational community. She talks about her brother Pete's longtime friendship with Matt Redmond, an old 1860s church building her family spent years restoring in the country, a husband who grounds her, and a dog named after Frank Sinatra.And when we ask what she'd tell her younger Christian self: just trust. Be open with God. You don't have to have all the answers. It's not a cop out, that's faith.

In this episode we welcome a returning guest Vanessa, who encourages us to keep using our spiritual gifts even after being hurt and not to rush the rebuilding and healing process. Vanessa describes “rebuilt to last” as returning to basics, letting God guide growth, and allowing time to heal especially between relationships and during difficult seasons. She shares how God continues rebuilding her professionally through patience, wisdom, and humility, and uses the analogy of maintaining a spiritual “house” through daily renewal, prayer, and aligning with God's Word. They discuss staying connected through prayer, worship, community, and Scripture, using your voice in church settings, prioritizing love over performative religion, forgiving others, and recognizing it's sometimes necessary to leave a church that isn't biblically aligned while keeping loyalty to Christ above leadership. If you enjoyed this episode, listen to Vanessa's episode from Power of Prayer series ^_^https://www.buzzsprout.com/1643374/episodes/18007524Send us Fan MailJust Know Though Podcast offers a safe space to discuss mental health, including topics like depression and past trauma. These conversations are not meant to focus on any individual guest, but to shed light on the difficult emotions many people face. We aim to highlight the strength and resilience required to overcome such challenges, while promoting understanding, support, and compassion. Mental health struggles are more common than we realize, and it's important to show kindness to ourselves and others.If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out for help. You matter, and your well-being is important. Don't hesitate to connect with the resources below:988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — Call or text 988Crisis Text Line — Text HOME to 741741National Sexual Assault Hotline (RAINN) — 800-656-HOPE (4673)National Domestic Violence Hotline — 800-799-SAFE (7233) or text START to 88788SAMHSA Treatment Helpline — 800-662-4357Remember, it's okay to ask for help.

Who actually builds the church — and what's our role in it? In this week's message from our "Welcomed." series, we dive into Acts 13:1-12 and the remarkable story of the church at Antioch becoming a launching pad for the gospel to the ends of the earth. The leadership team alone reads like an unlikely cast — a former church-ravager, a lifelong friend of a corrupt king, and men from across ethnic and cultural backgrounds — all brought together by the transforming power of the gospel. Jesus builds His church through gospel transformation, gospel mission, and gospel power. And in His grace, He builds it with people — changed people, people in teams, and people who are expectant and responsive to the Holy Spirit. Whether you're wondering where you fit, how to contribute, or what it even means to be the church, this message is a compelling invitation to show up, lean in, and trust that Jesus is doing something far bigger than any one of us. He could build it without us — but He's chosen not to.For more information about Integrity Church, visit our website, http://liveintegritychurch.orgConnect with us on social media throughout the week to stay up to date on events and things happening at Integrity!Instagram: @integrity_churchFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/liveintegrity/

In this concluding message of Matthew 13, Pastor Karl unpacks the final three parables of Jesus — the Hidden Treasure, the Pearl of Great Price, and the Net — and challenges the common interpretations most of us have grown up hearing.Rather than reading these parables through a modern American lens, Pastor Karl takes us back into a first-century Jewish mindset to uncover what Jesus was really communicating. The treasure hidden in the field isn't something we purchase with our devotion — it's a picture of Jesus himself, who in joy gave everything to redeem his chosen people. The pearl of great price wasn't a treasure to the Jews at all, which is exactly the point: Jesus was revealing the shocking mystery that Gentiles — the unclean, the outsiders — would be included in the kingdom of God. And the parable of the net reminds us that not all roads lead to heaven, and that a day of separation is coming.Pastor Karl also draws a striking connection to the book of Ruth, showing how Boaz purchasing the field to gain Ruth as his bride foreshadowed what Jesus would do for his people — buying the field to possess the treasure within it.The message closes with one of the hardest passages for any pastor to preach at his own church: Jesus returning to his hometown, only to be met with familiarity and low expectation. The takeaway is pointed — low expectation limits reception. The messenger can be overlooked, but the message cannot: God chose to treasure you, not because of anything you offered, but because of the price his Son was willing to pay.Watch all our sermons on our youtube channel "Flipside Christian Church"Join us in person 8:00am, 9:30am & 11:00am every Sunday morning.37193 Ave 12 #3h, Madera, CA 93636For more visit us at flipside.churchFor more podcasts visit flipsidepodcasts.transistor.fm

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Send us a Text Message - include your name!In this Faith Over Breakfast podcast, Pastor Eric and Pastor Andy talk about why churches have such different personalities. What makes one church feel different from another? Is it theology, the pastor, the environment, the music, the denomination, or the way people interact with each other? Could it even be the parking lot?You'll have to listen to find out.Beyond The BeaconJoin Bishop Kevin Sweeney for inspired interviews with Catholics living out our faith!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showSupport"Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" is a weekly podcast where Pastors Andy and Eric come together over a imaginary delicious breakfast to talk about faith, food, sermons, culture, and more. In each episode, the pastors delve into thought-provoking topics and offer inspiring insights and practical guidance for those seeking to deepen their relationship with Jesus. With occasional guests joining the conversation, "Faith Over Breakfast with Pastors Andy & Eric" provides a unique perspective on what it means to live a life of faith in today's world. Whether you're a seasoned Christian or just starting on your faith journey, this podcast is the perfect companion for your morning routine. So join Pastors Andy and Eric each week as they explore the intersections of faith, food, and life over a delicious breakfast.Support:https://www.buzzsprout.com/97804/support

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Let talk about how to build our community according to God’s design. Come hear and be spiritually transformed. Abundant Life Foursquare Church: A Christ-centered church, specializing in marriage and family ministry, with something for everyone! http://alfc.us If you feel moved to respond to today’s message, please click here to tell us about how the Lord is working in your life. https://alfc.us/i-responded Giving and Service https://alfc.us/giving If you’re new to our church family, let us know you’re here: https://alfc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/74/responses/new Like, Share, and Subscribe. #ALFC #Faith #Jesus #Savior #ChurchatHome #Hope Music track: Majestic by Alegend; Source: https://freetouse.com/music; No Copyright Music for Videos (Free) Music track: Enlivening by Pufino; Source: https://freetouse.com/music; Free No Copyright Music Download Music track: Harmony by Pufino; Source: https://freetouse.com/music; Free Vlog Music Without Copyright

‼️Catch this Church Community convo with Pastor Jeremy and Pastor Adam. Both of these guys have a long history doing ministry & Kingdom work in the Delta. They talk about being called to church plant

What if the very thing pushing you away from God isn't actually Him—but something (or someone) He warned you about? Before you walk away completely, you might want to rethink what's really going on behind the scenes. Matthew 7:15-16John 8:31-32#ChurchHurt#FaithOverFeelings#RealTalkFaith#DontQuitGod#SpiritualGrowth

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Episode 114 – BTG Listener-Favorite Series: A past conversation with pastor, writer, and Bible teacher Becky Meyerson and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they discuss Becky’s Bible study, Courageous Pioneers, what tends to hold women back from starting new things, and four biblical examples of powerful women pioneers. Find Becky’s books, including Courageous Pioneers, and other resources at beckymeyerson.com. Follow @beckymeyerson on social media. Learn more about BTG at mnbtg.org or follow @mnbtg on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Subscribe to the BTG Podcast on Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Spotify, YouTube, or listen on WordPress. BTG Events & Resources: 2026 Single Moms Retreat  May 29-30, 2026 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featured Guests: Brooke Maxwell, Kevin Ramsby, and Amber Gerstmann (emcee) Main Sessions, Multiple Workshops, Lots of INCLUDED Activities and Giveaways. Learn More & Register to Attend, Exhibit, or Volunteer: mnbtg.org/retreat. 2026 Garden Coffee Free Missional Event for Women and Girls of All Ages! July 3, 2026, at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria, MN. Enjoy Refreshments, Worship Together, and Hear from a MN Global Worker. You’ll Also Have the Opportunity to Invest Into Missions (to Support Our 1000 Sisters Fund). Learn More at mnbtg.org/1000sisters. No RSVP Required; Invite Your Family and Church Community! 2026 Thrive Conference October 9-10, 2026 Mayo Civic Center (Rochester, MN) Featuring Lisa Bevere, Christina Girma-Hanfere, Martha Tennison, Susie Larson (speaker and emcee), & Amber Gerstmann (emcee) Afternoon & Main Sessions, “LIVE at Thrive with Susie Larson” — a BTG Podcast Recording Experience, Lunch with Speakers, the Thrive After-Party, Shopping, and More! Groups of 40 or More Who Register by September 20 Will Receive Reserved Seating. See All Ticket Types, and Register: First-Time Guests to Thrive in Rochester Can Register for ONLY $20 FREE Tickets for 2026 High School Grads and North Central University and Trinity Bible College and Graduate School undergrad students! Email info@mnbtg.org to Request Your Coupon Code. (These free tickets are not transferrable.) BTG Missions Trips and Giving Opportunity Learn About Our 2025-2026 BTG Missions Partners, and Give A Tax-Deductible Gift:: mnbtg.org/missions. The 2026 BTG Missions Trips are now full. Check back soon for details on our 2027 trip: mnbtg.org/trips. 2027 BTG Leadership Conference February 19-20 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featuring Lisa Seaton and more! Main Sessions (including the Lund Leadership Award Presentation and the Leadership Exchange), Workshops, Brainstorming Groups, the After-Party, Exhibitor Shopping, Networking, and More!  Register for Presale by March 1: mnbtg.org/leadership. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast to help others find this resource, as well!

no really tho... is church a community or a cult? maybe a bit of both? the rituals, traditions, and practices in many faith contexts can be high key overwhelming for anyone. in this episode, the hot pursuit ladies share their thoughts about how church can feel kinda whack (and toxic) from the outside, but can sometimes be the place where they've experienced deep relationships (and somehow found each other). 0:00 rapid fire: getting our feet wet 16:49 rapid fire: getting cult-y 27:40: rapid fire: getting culty-er for sure 30:48 so is church a cult? 43:10 can church be a community? CONNECT WITH US Connect with us @thehotpursuitpod on Instagram/TikTok/Youtube.  Email us at ⁠hello@thehotpursuitpod.com⁠.  Learn more at ⁠thehotpursuitpod.com⁠. THE HOT PURSUIT PODCAST: Hosted and written by: Jennifer Han, Emily Lin, and Madelyn Ong Produced by: Hot Pursuit Media and AsianBossGirl Edited by: Josh Jang Theme song composed by: Shawn Halim Art by: Kelsey Cordutsky Motion Graphics by: Matt Ebling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Lock-ins... is there a more polarizing youth ministry topic? Should you do them? Are they valuable? Or are they the worst idea ever? In this episode, two youth pastors go head to head, and you get to decide! Take Advantage of Andrew's FREE Lock-in Planning Session: https://www.hybridministry.xyz/contact [FREE] HYBRID STRATEGY GUIDE https://www.patreon.com/posts/complete-guide-142500019?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=postshare_creator&utm_content=join_link

Episode 113: A conversation with coach, speaker, author, and wife Gina Lokken. In this episode, Gina and our host, Mykelti Blum, discuss all things strengths, spiritual gifts, and calling. Gina shares her journey of leaving her career behind to become a life coach. She is passionate about helping individuals understand themselves better and, in turn, better understand the Lord. Gina and Mykelti also explore what it looks like to operate in alignment with the Holy Spirit. Find out more about Gina’s business and upcoming events at womenriseupcoaching.com. Follow @GinaMarie on Facebook, @womenriseupcoaching on Instagram, or @Gina Lokken, PCC on Linkedin. Follow @MNBTG on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Subscribe to the BTG Podcast on Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Spotify, YouTube, or listen on WordPress. BTG Events & Resources: 2026 Single Moms Retreat  May 29-30, 2026 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featured Guests: Brooke Maxwell, Kevin Ramsby, Kali Alonzo (worship), and Mykelti Blum (emcee) Main Sessions, Multiple Workshops, Lots of INCLUDED Activities, Giveaways, and Services. Learn More & Register to Attend, Exhibit, or Volunteer: mnbtg.org/retreat. 2026 Garden Coffee Free Missional Event for Women and Girls of All Ages! July 3, 2026, at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria, MN. Enjoy Refreshments, Worship Together, and Hear from a MN Global Worker. You’ll Also Have the Opportunity to Invest Into Missions (to Support Our 1000 Sisters Fund). Learn More at mnbtg.org/1000sisters. No RSVP Required; Invite Your Family and Church Community! 2026 Thrive Conference October 9-10, 2026 Mayo Civic Center (Rochester, MN) Featuring Lisa Bevere, Christina Girma-Hanfere, Martha Tennison, Susie Larson (speaker and emcee), & Amber Gerstmann (emcee) Afternoon & Main Sessions, “LIVE at Thrive with Susie Larson” — a BTG Podcast Recording Experience, Lunch with Speakers, the Thrive After-Party, Shopping, and More! Groups of 40 or More Who Register by September 20 Will Receive Reserved Seating. See All Ticket Types, and Register: First-Time Guests to Thrive in Rochester Can Register for ONLY $20 FREE Tickets for 2026 High School Grads and North Central University and Trinity Bible College and Graduate School undergrad students! Email info@mnbtg.org to Request Your Coupon Code. (These free tickets are not transferrable.) Register for Early Bird Tickets by August 31. BTG Missions Trips and Giving Opportunity Learn About Our 2025-2026 BTG Missions Partners, and Give A Tax-Deductible Gift:: mnbtg.org/missions. Apply to join a 2026 BTG Missions Trip to Prague or Budapest: mnbtg.org/trips. 2027 BTG Leadership Conference February 19-20 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featuring Lisa Seaton and more! Main Sessions (including the Lund Leadership Award Presentation and the Leadership Exchange), Workshops, Brainstorming Groups, the After-Party, Exhibitor Shopping, Networking, and More!  Register for Presale by March 1: mnbtg.org/leadership. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast to help others find this resource, as well!

What happens when Easter plans get disrupted—and the deeper meaning still shines through? In this special Easter edition of Saturdays with Sandra, Sandra Parrish talks with Pastor Steve Dusek of The Orchard Life Church in Ellijay about shifting Easter celebrations due to weather and why Easter remains the cornerstone of the Christian faith. From outdoor services and egg cannons to the cross, resurrection, and abundant life, this heartfelt conversation explores how Easter transforms lives, restores hope, and reminds us why living right still matters. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram or download our app to stay connected! The Orchard Life Church Saturdays with Sandra www.1011thepulse.com ios App Android App Advertise with Us Advertise With UsWant to reach loyal, engaged listeners who support local businesses? Advertise on our shows and put your brand in front of the right audience. Click below and an account executive will contact you. Advertise with Us Chapters00:00 Welcome and Easter Introduction01:05 Changes to Outdoor Easter Plans02:20 Why Easter Matters More Than Christmas03:20 The Cross, Resurrection, and Abundant Life04:45 How Easter Transforms Daily Living06:05 Service Times and How to WatchSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What if the healthcare system your loved one relies on doesn't even know they need help until it's too late — and what would it look like if it did? In this Q1 2026 episode, Jamie Preston sits down with Matt Staub, CEO of Your Health, for a candid and wide-ranging look at how one of the country's largest home-based care providers is navigating the evolving landscape of value-based care, population health, and the human experience at the center of it all. Matt brings his characteristic clarity and heart to a conversation that is equal parts strategy, story, and honest reckoning with what the system still gets wrong. Key topics covered: Why 11% of patients account for 67% of all healthcare spending — and why most of them don't know they're in an ACO The evolution of value-based care: from quality-over-cost to outcomes + patient experience over total costs How Your Health is becoming proactive — not reactive — about falls, readmissions, and high-needs patients The quiet crisis of patient trust: down from 71% in 2020 to just 33% today, and what the correlation means for hospitalizations Real stories: a 79-year-old patient who went from barely existing to living fully — and Matt's own mom, who hasn't fallen since leaving the hospital after her stroke If you work in healthcare, advocate for someone in the system, or simply believe that better is possible — this episode will change the way you see what care can be.

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Episode 112 – BTG Listener-Favorite Series: A past conversation with marriage coaches and speakers Kari and Derek Staaland (they also happen to be sister and brother-in-law to BTG Director, Angie Goetz) and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, they discuss biblical perspectives on conflict resolution, powerful communication tools and priorities within marriage, as well as the NUMBER ONE KEY to a successful marriage! Learn more about BTG at mnbtg.org or follow @mnbtg on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Subscribe to the BTG Podcast on Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Spotify, YouTube, or listen on WordPress. BTG Events & Resources: 2026 Single Moms Retreat  May 29-30, 2026 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featured Guests: Brooke Maxwell, Kevin Ramsby, and Amber Gerstmann (emcee) Main Sessions, Multiple Workshops, Lots of INCLUDED Activities and Giveaways. Learn More & Register to Attend, Exhibit, or Volunteer: mnbtg.org/retreat. 2026 Garden Coffee Free Missional Event for Women and Girls of All Ages! July 3, 2026, at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria, MN. Enjoy Refreshments, Worship Together, and Hear from a MN Global Worker. You’ll Also Have the Opportunity to Invest Into Missions (to Support Our 1000 Sisters Fund). Learn More at mnbtg.org/1000sisters. No RSVP Required; Invite Your Family and Church Community! 2026 Thrive Conference October 9-10, 2026 Mayo Civic Center (Rochester, MN) Featuring Lisa Bevere, Christina Girma-Hanfere, Martha Tennison, Susie Larson (speaker and emcee), & Amber Gerstmann (emcee) Afternoon & Main Sessions, “LIVE at Thrive with Susie Larson” — a BTG Podcast Recording Experience, Lunch with Speakers, the Thrive After-Party, Shopping, and More! Groups of 40 or More Who Register by September 20 Will Receive Reserved Seating. See All Ticket Types, and Register: First-Time Guests to Thrive in Rochester Can Register for ONLY $20 FREE Tickets for 2026 High School Grads and North Central University and Trinity Bible College and Graduate School undergrad students! Email info@mnbtg.org to Request Your Coupon Code. (These free tickets are not transferrable.) BTG Missions Trips and Giving Opportunity Learn About Our 2025-2026 BTG Missions Partners, and Give A Tax-Deductible Gift:: mnbtg.org/missions. The 2026 BTG Missions Trips are now full. Check back soon for details on our 2027 trip: mnbtg.org/trips. 2027 BTG Leadership Conference February 19-20 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featuring Lisa Seaton and more! Main Sessions (including the Lund Leadership Award Presentation and the Leadership Exchange), Workshops, Brainstorming Groups, the After-Party, Exhibitor Shopping, Networking, and More!  Register for Presale by March 1: mnbtg.org/leadership. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast to help others find this resource, as well!

This devotional highlights the importance of intentional, Christ-centered community—not perfect people, but faithful ones who pursue Jesus together. Even when relationships feel messy or uncomfortable, God uses them to strengthen our faith, bring healing, and encourage us in ways we can’t experience on our own. If you’re in a season without a church community, this is an invitation to reflect, rebuild, and take one step toward the relationships God has prepared for you. Highlights Church community can be difficult to build, especially after past hurt, busy seasons, or constant life changes Genuine Christian relationships require vulnerability, trust, and letting go of self-protection Healing from church wounds is possible—and often leads to deeper, more meaningful community later You don’t need perfect people—you need people who genuinely pursue Jesus, even imperfectly Strong community isn’t found by accident; it’s built through intentional investment and consistency Even Jesus modeled the importance of close, faith-centered relationships during His ministry Community won’t replace God, but it strengthens and supports your faith in every season Identifying what’s holding you back is the first step toward building the relationships God has for you This episode is sponsored by Trinity Debt Management. If you are struggling with debt call Trinity today. Trinity's counselors have the knowledge and resources to make a difference. Our intention is to help people become debt-free, and most importantly, remain debt-free for keeps!" If your debt has you down, we should talk. Call us at 1-800-793-8548 | https://trinitycredit.org TrinityCredit – Call us at 1-800-793-8548. Whether we're helping people pay off their unsecured debt or offering assistance to those behind in their mortgage payments. https://trinitycredit.org Full Transcript Below: When You Don't Have a Church Community This EasterBy: Peyton Garland Bible Reading:“Let us think of ways to motivate one another to acts of love and good works. 25 And let us not neglect our meeting together, as some people do, but encourage one another, especially now that the day of his return is drawing near.” Hebrews 10:24-25 (NLT) In our first five years of marriage, my husband and I moved six times. Jobs and dreams pulled us all over the place, back and forth across the country. But while this wild newlywed season was beautiful, it left little time for us to invest in a church community. Many believers are left without a church community this Easter, whether caused by time and location constraints, old church wounds, or a tried but failed attempt to find “their” people. Relationships can be complicated, awkward, and intimidating to navigate, especially for Christian adults who are encouraged to develop vulnerability and share their faults and fears with others. Church community—the healthy kind—requires an unguarded trust in others, a release of self-preservation and appearances, but it’s in this uncomfortable place that our pride dies and our souls find the encouragement to continue in the faith when the days are dark and lonely. Granted, I understand the skepticism of opening up to others in the church, especially as someone who once had a bitter taste in her mouth for any assembly that remotely resembled the unhealthy church I grew up in. However, on the other side of my church hurt, after lots of therapy and answered prayers as my husband and I settled into a church community to raise our sons, I can say, wholeheartedly, that you need a church community. You don’t need “your” people. You need Jesus people who messily, openly, sacrificially love Him. In finding those believers—and in becoming one of them—you find a community you can lean on in all seasons, even when the spiritual high of holidays like Easter and Christmas fades. My church has a saying, “You don’t stumble upon great Christian community; you create it.” So no matter how many fair-weather churchgoers come and go in this religious Easter season, no matter your past hurt or the present inconveniences that make community easy to avoid, I challenge you to invest your heart and faith in others. Jesus’ earthly ministry was short, only three years, but even He recognized the need for godly friendships and fellowship with others, calling twelve men to quite literally travel and live with Him. If Jesus recognized the need for a Christian community, who are we to disregard His example in this resurrection season centered on life, love, and sacrifice for others? Intersecting Faith & Life: When my husband and I met, we were both Christians, but both of us had been deeply, deeply wounded by the church. Legalism kept me tethered to weekly attendance, all out of fear, but my husband’s personal hurt had driven him completely away from church. When we met, and I mandated his church attendance if he wanted to continue dating me, he admitted it was the first time he had set foot in a church in roughly five years. Today, we are life group leaders for seven young families in our church. It’s funny, and often ironic, how God not only heals us, but calls us to the places we thought we could never navigate again. God defies the impossible, even in our finite bodies, if we are willing and able to get uncomfortable and be molded for His purposes. Meanwhile, though my husband and I have come a long way in establishing a church community for ourselves and our sons, we understand how hard it is to sustain these relationships. Jesus people are still people, and their flaws and your flaws combined won’t make for perfect friendships. Church community won’t save you. It won’t even sustain you, at least not on its own. But when you dig your heels in deep and choose to love others because God dug His heels in deep to save and sustain you, despite all your wrongdoings, you find that His resurrection hope lasts far longer than the Easter season. You realize that His ability, through you, to be long-suffering towards sinners is what makes life worth living. If you aren’t part of a church community, find some quiet time to take personal stock in why. Has your life season been overwhelmingly busy? Has the church hurt you? Did you try one or two different small groups or Bible studies that simply felt impersonal or off? Recognize your why, but allow this newfound understanding to challenge you to step up, get uncomfortable, and relentlessly pursue the godly relationships God has in store for you. I promise, you won’t regret it. Further Reading: How to Get Back into ChurchRomans 12:4-5Proverbs 27:17 Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Outline    Biblical Foundation for Confrontation Scripture establishes that fault will be found in others and ourselves as human beings prone to error Jesus provides guidance on how to handle each other's faults through proper confrontation methods Matthew 7:1-6 emphasizes the importance of checking one's own heart before addressing others' sins to avoid hypocrisy Self-examination through prayer and seeking God's guidance is essential before confronting someone else's wrongdoing Approaching confrontation without recognizing our own weaknesses lacks the humility necessary for successful resolution The goal of confrontation should be recovering people to right standing with God rather than making them act according to our preferences Partnership and relationship should characterize confrontation rather than accusatory behavior.   Private Confrontation Protocol Matthew 18:15-20 establishes that the first step involves going directly to the person alone about their fault Scripture specifically emphasizes confronting someone "alone" rather than involving multiple people initially Spreading information about someone's sin to others before addressing them directly creates an "oil spill" effect that becomes difficult to clean up Multiple people become impacted by knowledge of the sin without opportunity for reconciliation if the matter is resolved privately Community members may carry grudges against the person even after repentance occurs because they never witness the restoration Biblical protocol requires relational courage to address issues directly rather than avoiding confrontation Failure to confront privately often leads to hardening of heart, distancing behavior, and protective mechanisms that damage relationships.   Escalation Process for Unresolved Sin Taking one or two others along serves as the second step when private confrontation fails, requiring evidence and witnesses to establish charges This step distinguishes between confronting actual substantiated sins versus personal feelings or preferences Scripture qualifies sin quite specifically throughout, making confrontation about verifiable behavior rather than emotional responses Telling the matter to the church represents the third step when the person refuses to listen to witnesses Treating someone as a Gentile or tax collector becomes necessary when they refuse church governance and show unrelenting sin patterns This final classification indicates someone unwilling to be a true follower of Jesus despite multiple intervention attempts.   Spiritual Authority and Unity Whatever believers bind on earth shall be bound in heaven, and whatever they loose on earth shall be loosed in heaven Spiritual authority of the body of Christ follows from exercising relational courage and willingness to confront sin properly Prayer effectiveness requires unity between two or three people gathered in Jesus' name Unity in prayer becomes impossible when standing in silent judgment of someone's life due to unaddressed sin Relationships frayed by unforgiveness, judgment, or isolation prevent effective spiritual authority in prayer meetings Gossip and rumor-spreading destroys community and creates hypocrisy when the same tongue tries to declare heavenly things Marriage, family, small group, and church relationships all require exercising biblical confrontation principles.   Speaking Truth in Love Ephesians 4:14-15 presents speaking truth in love as God's antidote to deception and false doctrine Some people excel at telling brutal truth but lack the love component required by scripture Others focus heavily on love but avoid speaking necessary truth due to past negative experiences with confrontation Both extremes need repentance to find balance in expressing truth with genuine love Truth-telling helps people break free from deception caused by false influences, social media, or cult-like followings Confronting deception requires courage and disagreement since affirming falsehood provides no help to deceived individuals Learning to speak truth in love requires practice, asking for forgiveness when done poorly, and studying how to improve the approach.   Reproof and Rebuke with Patience 2 Timothy 4:1-5 charges believers to reprove, rebuke, and exhort with complete patience and teaching Reproof means reprimanding or censoring someone, while rebuke involves expressing sharp disapproval of behavior God's reproof and rebuke always comes with love since love is His nature, providing a model for human confrontation Complete patience requires learning specific techniques for managing anger and frustration during difficult conversations Teaching accompanies reproof and rebuke by showing the right way rather than only pointing out wrong behavior Patience involves sitting with someone as long as necessary to help them understand and find their way to righteousness People often seek teachers who confirm their biases rather than challenge their sin patterns and idolatry.   Church Culture and Truth-Telling Consumer-driven church culture often tells people what they want to hear rather than what they need to hear for spiritual growth Economic dependence on giving creates pressure to avoid difficult truths that might cause people to leave Jesus' challenging words caused crowds to leave Him, demonstrating that following Christ involves disturbing and vexing elements Choosing teachers who only affirm and comfort leads to turning away from truth and wandering into myths Church leadership must prioritize the integrity of Jesus' message over financial stability and attendance numbers A remnant of people exists who genuinely want to grow in challenging ways and commit to Jesus' methods.   Restoration and Gentleness Galatians 6:1-2 calls for restoring those caught in transgression through a spirit of gentleness while bearing one another's burdens Confrontation should focus on recovering people back to walking "in His name" rather than punishing them for failures The approach involves gentle invitation back to relationship with Jesus rather than violent or aggressive tactics Spiritual warfare targets principalities and powers rather than the individuals ensnared by sin Ministry should address people's spiritual conditions through healing and restoration rather than anger or condemnation Every spiritual condition requires appropriate ministry response, such as breaking chains rather than cutting off legs, or healing blindness rather than yelling at blind people.   Learning and Growth in Confrontation Poor execution of confrontation requires learning to do it excellently rather than avoiding it altogether Inactivity or non-engagement prevents growth in necessary relational skills Practice and repetition in speaking truth with love leads to improvement over time Feeling foreign or inauthentic when using Jesus' language indicates positive change from former abusive patterns Loyalty should be directed toward becoming like Jesus rather than remaining authentic to one's former self Replacing violent, hateful, and unforgiving language with Christ-like communication requires accepting the discomfort of change.   Next Steps The community commits to learning God's ways of handling family relationships and conflict resolution rather than perpetuating past patterns Members will seek wisdom for navigating challenging relationship issues and sensitive sin matters through prayer and study The church will prioritize righteousness and holiness over false peace in their relationships and community interactions Individuals will examine their own lives for hypocrisy and fault before confronting others, opening themselves to loving correction The congregation will develop skills in speaking truth with love while shedding previous destructive communication patterns learned from family backgrounds.

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In this heartfelt conversation, we explore how digital innovation is reshaping church life and Christian faith, making space for authentic community both online and in person. Cydnei Williams, a second-year theology student at Candler and the creator of the “Holy and Acceptable” podcast, shares her journey of building a brand that centers wholeness, cultural identity, and the richness of Black church tradition. Her story reminds us that God welcomes every part of who we are, and that digital ministry can be a powerful tool for connection, accessibility, and spiritual growth.Learn more at https://candlerfoundry.emory.edu/Sydney's approach to Christian leadership is rooted in listening deeply to community, honoring diverse voices, and curating conversations that reflect the lived experiences of real people. Whether you're a pastor, a digital creator, or someone curious about theological education, this episode invites you to consider how your own gifts and context might shape the future of ministry. The conversation highlights the importance of intentionality, trust, and collective creativity as we navigate the evolving landscape of faith and technology.Follow The Candler Foundry on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/candlerfoundry/As you listen, you're invited to reflect on how your own story, memories, and questions might find a home in the ongoing journey of faith, community, and digital innovation. Where might God be inviting you to show up, share your voice, or help shape the church's story in new ways?

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In this message from Ephesians 4:11–16, Pastor Jim explores the difference between immature faith and mature faith and how the church grows into Christlikeness together. Using the imagery of waves and wind pushing a boat off course, he explains how believers can be easily tossed around by life's circumstances or by new teachings when their identity is not firmly rooted in Jesus. Immature faith reacts to every wave and follows every new voice, but mature faith stays anchored to the gospel and keeps its focus on Christ. Jim reminds listeners that maturity is not simply knowing more information about the Bible but allowing the gospel to reshape identity so that believers increasingly reflect Jesus. As the body of Christ grows together, each person plays a role by speaking the truth in love, encouraging one another, and helping one another stay fixed on the horizon of Christ. Through this shared ministry the church is built up, strengthened in unity, and equipped to display the fullness of Jesus to the world.

Episode 111: A conversation with author, speaker, and podcast host Lisa Whittle and our podcast host, Mykelti Blum. In this episode, Lisa and Mykelti discuss the heart behind Lisa’s new Bible study, Body & Soul. Lisa shares her personal experience navigating body image and addresses the many challenges women often face in this area. They also explore what it looks like to center our body image around a biblical belief system. Find out more about Lisa Whittle and find her podcast and resources, including Body & Soul, at lisawhittle.com. Follow @lisawhittle on social media. Follow @MNBTG on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube. Subscribe to the BTG Podcast on Apple Podcasts, iHeart, Spotify, YouTube, or listen on WordPress. BTG Events & Resources: 2026 Single Moms Retreat  May 29-30, 2026 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featured Guests: Brooke Maxwell, Kevin Ramsby, and Amber Gerstmann (emcee) Main Sessions, Multiple Workshops, Lots of INCLUDED Activities, Giveaways, and Services. Learn More & Register to Attend, Exhibit, or Volunteer: mnbtg.org/retreat. 2026 Garden Coffee Free Missional Event for Women and Girls of All Ages! July 3, 2026, at Lake Geneva Christian Center in Alexandria, MN. Enjoy Refreshments, Worship Together, and Hear from a MN Global Worker. You’ll Also Have the Opportunity to Invest Into Missions (to Support Our 1000 Sisters Fund). Learn More at mnbtg.org/1000sisters. No RSVP Required; Invite Your Family and Church Community! 2026 Thrive Conference October 9-10, 2026 Mayo Civic Center (Rochester, MN) Featuring Lisa Bevere, Christina Girma-Hanfere, Martha Tennison, Susie Larson (speaker and emcee), & Amber Gerstmann (emcee) Afternoon & Main Sessions, “LIVE at Thrive with Susie Larson” — a BTG Podcast Recording Experience, Lunch with Speakers, the Thrive After-Party, Shopping, and More! Groups of 40 or More Who Register by September 20 Will Receive Reserved Seating. See All Ticket Types, and Register: First-Time Guests to Thrive in Rochester Can Register for ONLY $20 FREE Tickets for 2026 High School Grads and North Central University and Trinity Bible College and Graduate School undergrad students! Email info@mnbtg.org to Request Your Coupon Code. (These free tickets are not transferrable.) Register for Early Bird Tickets by August 31. BTG Missions Trips and Giving Opportunity Learn About Our 2025-2026 BTG Missions Partners, and Give A Tax-Deductible Gift:: mnbtg.org/missions. Apply to join a 2026 BTG Missions Trip to Prague or Budapest: mnbtg.org/trips. 2027 BTG Leadership Conference February 19-20 Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN) Featuring Lisa Seaton and more! Main Sessions (including the Lund Leadership Award Presentation and the Leadership Exchange), Workshops, Brainstorming Groups, the After-Party, Exhibitor Shopping, Networking, and More!  Register for Presale by March 1: mnbtg.org/leadership. Please take a moment to rate and review the podcast to help others find this resource, as well!

In this episode Dennis and Ashleigh are joined by their friend Tony to discuss what makes a great church community.

Listen to this week's sermon, Parables In Practice preached by Rev. Benjamin Kandt from Luke 10:25-37.

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This podcast episode centers on biblical discipleship expressed through intentional community, emphasizing that following Jesus goes beyond knowledge to lived obedience practiced with one another. Drawing from the Great Commission (Matthew 28) and the early church in Acts 2, the speaker highlights shared devotion to teaching, fellowship, meals, prayer, generosity, and mutual care as the core markers of a healthy Christian community. The episode challenges isolation and consumer-style church participation, calling listeners to open their lives to others, meet real needs through proximity and vulnerability, and actively practice the “one another” commands of Scripture—loving, encouraging, confessing, serving, and stirring each other toward good works. Ultimately, the message reinforces that God brings growth, while believers are responsible for faithfully loving and discipling those already in their orbit through everyday, Spirit-led relationships.

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