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City Central's Young Adult Pastor, Adina Olson shared the Word this week about Jesus being a priest who stays on the throne. We're invited to see Jesus not just as Savior, but as our eternal High Priest—appointed by God's unchangeable oath, not by human tradition. Unlike the flawed and fading priesthood of old, Christ's priesthood is permanent, powerful, and personal. He offered Himself once for all, securing a better covenant and granting us full access to the throne of grace. This isn't just theology—it's a holy invitation to step into our priestly calling and live as those redeemed, interceding, and carrying the presence of God into the world.

This week, we had the privilege of hearing from City Central elder, Eric Jones, as he continued our Hebrews series, Victorious Jesus. Reflecting on the supremacy of Christ over sin and death, and the powerful gospel we've received, Eric reminded us that through Christ, believers can experience a deep and personal relationship with God. However, drifting away from the Father can happen so easily, and we must remain vigilant in guarding our hearts. Eric shared key warning signs of spiritual drift and offered guidance on how to return when we find ourselves wandering.

This week at City Central, our Legacy Youth Ministry took over our services. Claire Mock who is a Junior in high school, leader of a Jesus Club at her school, and a leader in our youth program; brought an encouraging word about living out the authority that God has given us through Jesus.

Pastor Thomas Hoak preaches a message called "Saturate To Send: Why the City?" from Matthew 5:13-16.---Parkview Church exists to glorify God through the whole church forming whole disciples for the good of all people.Website: www.parkviewchurch.orgInstagram/Facebook: @parkviewchurchic

This week Chris has a conversation with City Central's Young Adult Pastor - Adina Olson about how restoration can look specifically look with 18-34 year olds. 

Community Life Director, Casey Mock shared this week about the different Life Groups at City Central and how you can get plugged in. It is not our inheritance as believers to walk through life alone, rather God has a vision for the church to live in community! Today was a call for each of us to either join a Life Group if we haven't already or evaluate how we can bring others into the family of God right here in our church.

This week was Youth Takeover at City Central! Recent high school graduate and Legacy student leader, Lakiyah, brought the Word from Habakkuk. We spend a lot of time waiting and asking the Lord to move, and we learned from Habakkuk that God is gracious with our questions and ready with a plan. In these seasons of waiting, we can look to God's character, remember His faithfulness and allow Him to change our character.

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It was a fun time at City Central this week as we had our first ever Join The Team Sunday! Pastor Chris encouraged us with a message about the joy of giving our lives away through serving the church. God wants to advance the His Kingdom and impact eternity through His people's time and talents. As we allow God to use us how He sees fit, we experience the full joy of living for something greater than ourselves.

Day seven of my Around the World Ride: I rode 17 miles (27 km) around New York City — a Rapha group ride around Central Park and ran some errands around the city.

Galway Bay FM's Keith Finnegan interviews the candidates contesting the Galway City Central LEA constituency ahead of the local elections on Friday, 7th June 2024.

This week Chris's son and City Central's Youth Director, Elijah, joins him for a conversation around the power of freedom ministry in within the next generation.

Traverse City Central softball batterymates Camryn Craig and Grace Cary drop by the Get Around studio to chate about the Trojans' start to the season, a fast food-inspired nickname for one of their teammates, the importance of a strong mental approach and much more in episode 282! Brendan and James also discuss the new recommendations for the concussion guidelines for high school athletes, what careers they might have pursued aside from sportswriting and much more, including a little Family Feud, a traffic horror story and a trio of athletes up for the Get Around Hall of Fame. LISTEN NOW!

This week, Chris talks with City Central's Experience Pastor, Gretchen Bradley, about regular issues that women face and some of the stories from the recent Women's Refresh Conference that was held at City Central Church.

A new public artwork installation is coming to the southern end of Federal Street in Auckland, just a stone's from the RNZ studio.  The artist, Joe Sheehan, speaks to Jesse.

Let's start today's exploration of Manhattan in Central Park. Then we will make our way down to Carnegie Hall, and the New York Public Library to take some photos with the lions. After a pop-in to the WInter Market at Bryant Park let's jump on the subway and check out the South Street Seaport.

The 260th iteration of The Get Around has everything — and anything — for a can't-miss episode! From talk about the horror classic “Llamageddon” and double rainbows to playoff golf, tennis and soccer along with Week Eight of prep football and the impressive season from the Traverse City Central volleyball team, this is a must-listen episode of northern Michigan's best local sports podcast. Plus, Trojan volleyballers Audrey Parker and Sydney Baehr drop by the studio to chat with James and Jordan about their great season that could include an outright Big North Conference championship! All of that and somehow more on episode 260 of the Get Around! LISTEN NOW!

This week our Community Life Director, Casey Mock, shared how life groups are critical to our growth as we walk with the Lord. We believe our inheritance is a sense of belonging and growth, no matter your past experiences surrounding community, and life group is where that happens. It is in community that we go deep in the Word of God running after the fullness of God what He has for us. Several friends joined Casey in sharing about various City Central life groups and their experiences.

Lisa Taylor is on the show today for another episode of the high school coaching series sponsored by V.O2. Lisa has been the coach at Traverse City Central High School for 30 years. She coached the 2008 Michigan State Championship team as well as the runner-up teams in 2004, 2010, 2014, 2019, and 2020. She ... more »

This week, Darrin Miller highlighted a portion of City Central's heart and mission to reach the lost. Darrin reminded us that we were each lost before Christ found us, and that our mission as Christ's ambassadors is to actively seek the lost with the heart of Christ. We are not called to have mere knowledge of the Word, but to practice the Word as agents of reconciliation. Darrin urged us to search our hearts and challenge our perspective on the poor and needy, since they are our fellow image bearers of Christ.

‘Excitement' was the word on everyone's lips at the BBC today… and for good reason. First, they were excited about the fact that the wonderful Lou Sanders was sitting in for Elis whilst he treated himself to a luxury spa break in Montenegro. Then, the excitement grew even more as John entered the studio looking more buff than ever before. And just when we thought the excitement couldn't grow any more, Producer Dave announced he was off to relive his early 20s by going to see the Arctic Monkeys. And with that, the holy trinity of excitement was sorted, perfectly placed to surf the radio waves. There's a real treat in store for you today, featuring the following audible accoutrements: a listener talking about the time they were outwitted by a pigeon, John channelling his inner local radio presenter, Lou absolutely destroying her co-presenter in a scripted intro, and Producer Dave trying his best to stay balanced in a Made Up Game.

This week, Chris has a conversation with good friend and Worship Pastor at City Central, Jason Bradley, exploring how restoration can affect a person who leads worship through music.

Vincent Alvarez, President of the New York City Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO, joined the America's Work Force Union Podcast and discussed the push to organize non-union workers in New York City by stressing the financial benefits of joining a union. He also spoke about the need to protect immigrant workers, who account for 80 percent of on-the-job deaths.    Scott Slawson, President of the United Electrical Radio and Machine Workers Local 506, appeared on the America's Work Force Union Podcast and addressed the issue of train derailments. He believes the railroad carriers are more concerned about their bottom line than safety. Additionally, Slawson touched on the need for better industry oversight by Congress.

This week at City Central, we cebrated the completion of the fast along with numerous testimonies from what we saw God do during the fast. As well, Brent and Heather Madsen, founders and leaders of the YWAM Mazatlán base joined us to share amazing things that God is doing in their midst! 

The Get Around returns after a lengthy break with an episode our loyal audible viewers will not want to miss! Off to a hot start to the season, Traverse City Central varsity girls basketball players Halli Warner and Sophie Simon join James Cook for an enlightening conversation that runs the gamut from a love of trivia, road trips, knitting and Aquaphor to vomiting in trashcans. The highly entertaining talk is definitely worth a listen. The hoops convo doesn't stop there as James, Brendan and Jordan also break down the latest boys and girls basketball Power Ratings from the MHSAA. We induct three student-athletes from the hardwood into the Get Around Hall of Fame as our athletes of the week and end the show on a happy note as we reveal what brought us joy in and out of the sports realm from the last week. LISTEN NOW

This week, Chris sits down with missionaries Shane & Elizabeth Roley, to talk about how they have seen restoration in Christ happening around the globe. The Roley's have been long time friends, members, and staff with City Central; if you would like to know more about them, check out their adventures at theroleys.com 

This week, one of City Central's elders, Darrin Miller, finshes out the series on The Life of David.

Coming off a win over rival Traverse City West and ahead of next week's Big North battle against Cadillac, Traverse City Central volleyballers Natalie Bourdo and Elyse Heffner hop on the mic to discuss the Trojans' successful 2022 campaign. Plus, we preview Friday's major matchup of undefeated Boyne City and undefeated Charlevoix, talk TC West and TC Central's continued gridiron struggles, another St. Francis win, what Titan soccer needs for a deep postseason run and if the Trojans can win the BNC volleyball title. We also induct either five Elks, one Bulldog or one Saber into the Get Around Hall of Fame as our athlete of the week, and we reveal our ransom if we were to catch Albert Pujols' 700th home run or Aaron Judge's 62nd big fly.

As heard on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM, St. Joseph faces Traverse City Central at Top Taggart Field at Ferris State University in Big Rapids. G.B. Richmond and Bret Witkowski have the call.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As heard on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM, St. Joseph faces Traverse City Central at Top Taggart Field at Ferris State University in Big Rapids. G.B. Richmond and Bret Witkowski have the call.

As heard on News/Talk/Sports 94.9 WSJM, St. Joseph faces Traverse City Central at Top Taggart Field at Ferris State University in Big Rapids. G.B. Richmond and Bret Witkowski have the call.

This week City Central's own Eric & Carrie Jones continue their conversation with Chris about the power our words hold.

This week City Central's own Eric & Carrie Jones join Chris for a conversation on the topic of our words.

Regional champions in the house! Traverse City Central varsity 1-doubles tennis team Isabella Fochtman and Kerri Berkey drop by the Get Around studio coming off their Division 1 regional championship last week. A fantastic and entertaining conversation, to say the absolute least. A MUST-LISTEN, in our humble opinion. Plus, the 2021-22 Student-Athlete Name Draft! James and Brendan pick the best, coolest, most interesting and most appropriate names in our coverage area. Swimmers Kylie Hella (Gaylord), Mally Ulatowski (TC Tritons) and Giovanna Piombo (TC Tritons) are just a preview of what's to come. All of our tennis and our track and field regional champions get inducted into the Get Around Hall of Fame as our Athletes of the Week! We also put in two softball players and a "bull in a china shop" from Traverse City United. Finally, we end the episode with a round of "Would you rather ...?"

Fresh off the course and fresh off a win, Traverse City Central golfers Shea Harmeson and Cam Peters "swing" by the Get Around studio to talk about the second-ranked Trojans' success this season. The Trojans' golf squad is not the only TC Central team brimming with winning talent this spring. James and Brendan talk about the success the Trojans are seeing on the baseball diamond, lacrosse field, soccer pitch and the track and field arena. They also discuss the Traverse City Pit Spitters' upcoming alternate identity night and their new name, the Cork Dorks, for that night. Three more student-athletes, including two Elks and a Huskie, are inducted into the Get Around Hall of Fame as the athletes of the week. And to close the show, Brendan and James run down their ideal game 7, championship-winning moments.

Trojan pride is in full force as Traverse City Central's Josh Klug and Reed Seabase take time away from the baseball diamond to visit the podcast studio! The duo talks about bringing fun to the field, an interesting run-in with an opponent, and how fellow Trojans Carson Bourdo and Kadyn Warner would fare in a hot wings challenge. Plus, they take on James and Brendan in another game of Heads Up! James and Brendan reveal the 2022 Record-Eagle Girls Basketball Player of the Year and Dream Team. They also induct Cadillac's Cole Jenema and Central Lake's Ellen Roggenbeck into the Get Around Hall of Fame, and then they wrap the show talking about "The Batman" and Miguel Cabrera reaching 3,000 hits.

This week, one of City Central's elders Darrin Miller preached a powerful message on how to know the heart of God and share His heart with others. Darrin expressed how it is possible to know the Word without intimately knowing and serving the God of the Word. He encouraged us to not miss God's heart in our desire to know about Him. He continued to share how the Lord transformed him as he chose to serve the least of these in Tacoma, specifically disadvantaged youth, and those experiencing homelessness. Darrin's message was that we are meant to live transformed each day, experiencing the heart of God and sharing it with others.

This week, long time friend and family of City Central, Adam Narciso, kicks off our new series Gifted: Finding Your Position by talking about three of the spiritual gifts that God has given to the body for our encouragement and building up.

The Get Around makes its glorious return to the internet's airwaves! Traverse City Central girls basketball players Cate Heethuis and Ashlen Hill join Brendan, James and Andrew for a virtual interview and run down their adventures in rock climbing and singing Christmas carols. Plus, in-depth talk about the current state of prep basketball in northern Michigan as well as the big hockey action on tap for this week — the McCullough Cup and the Rick Deneweth Memorial Tournament. The guys also make their sports predictions for 2022 and induct a student-athlete into the Get Around Hall of Fame for just a single roll. LISTEN NOW! BE THANKFUL LATER!

Fresh off qualifying for the Eastbay Cross Country Championship National Finals, Traverse City Central star runners Julia Flynn and Luke Venhuizen jump on the pod to talk about everything from running shoes and popcorn to how they stay mentally focused during a race! Flynn and Venhuizen also reveal where they'll be running collegiately after high school. Also on this episode: Traverse City Central's heartbreaking loss in the Division 2 football state championship game, a wrap-up of the the fall sports season, and what Brendan, James and Andrew would buy if they signed a 10-year, $95 million coaching contract like Brian Kelly and Mel Tucker. LISTEN NOW!

The Traverse City Central Trojans are going to the football state championship game! And we've got two of them — Carson Bourdo and Josh Burnham — on the podcast as they prepare for Friday's title bout against Warren De La Salle at 1 p.m. You're not going to want to miss this conversation. The guys discuss everything from the lucky playoff mullets and the bulletin board material they had last week against South Lyon to why Carson wears No. 11 and what national award Josh is a finalist for. LISTEN NOW! THANK US LATER!

Steve Wood, City Central's Media Director joins Chris for a conversation about anxiety.

This week, Chris talks with DQ & Jenna Evans about the transforming power of forgiveness within the context of marriage.  If you are interested in coming to one of our Marriage Immersions at City Central, follow this link to register: https://citycentral.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/964750

In this episode, Adam and Steven discuss the latest image from The Flash film, before reviewing episodes 4-8 of Season 3, of DC's Titans!

In this episode, Adam & Donnie review Detective Comics #1037-#1042! Enjoy

In this episode, Adam & Steven review Titans, Season 3 Episodes 1-3!

In this episode Adam & Steven discus cuss JK Simmons returning to the role of Commissioner Gordon in Batgirl, and the casting of Xolo Mariduena as Blue Beetle. In the second half of the show, they review Part 2, of the Batman: The Long Halloween animated film!

This week, we learned about the importance of Christian fellowship and community outside the four walls of a church building. City Central's life group coordinator Casey Mock interviewed a panel of group leaders and attendees to hear more about the heart of home groups. We heard stories of vulnerability, support, and transformation.

In this episode of the podcast, Adam & Steven review Batman: The Long Halloween Part 1, the animated film adaptation, of the classic Batman story!

On this episode I had the honor of joining Mike Grande on his Rock City Central Podcast. Mike is owner of Rock Out Loud in Morganville, NJ, entrepreneur, and leader in the community. We discuss my story, the evolution of Motives, and why everything you own will be owned by someone else one day.

Adam & Steven debate which Tim Burton Batman film is better using a point system in Batman (1989) vs Batman Returns. Enjoy

In this episode, Adam & Steven head back to Christopher Nolan's Gotham City, revisiting The Dark Knight Trilogy, nearly a decade after its conclusion! Enjoy! 

Hello my friends! I'm very excited today because I'm in an actual recording studio! Yes! I'm here with Erin Smith of Innovation Media Enterprises which is a podcast production company and they have studios inside City Central coworking buildings in Plano and Ft. Worth. I think I met Erin way back in 2019 and I spoke at one of their events about podcasting. It feels invigorating to be in a studio again and I would be remiss if I didn't give my old Growth Lab Show cohost a shout-out - Andre Archimbaud hello my friend. I miss being in the USA Today studios with you, I miss doing our show, and I think the last time we were together we were sitting here in this very room recording and goofing around. Our guest today, Dr. Valerie Rein, is pretty special and it was actually Erin that recommended her book, Patriarchy Stress disorder. I got the book and read it and you know when you read a book and you have to keep putting it down because it's smacking you in the face with your own truth? It was too hot in my hands, too much. Yeah, it was one of those books. And I was so moved, I reached out to Dr Valerie on LinkedIn and asked her to be a guest on the show. She put me in touch with her assistant and we made it happen.  Dr. Valerie Rein has discovered Patriarchy Stress Disorder (PSD) and created the only science-backed system for helping women achieve their ultimate success, happiness, and fulfillment by healing the intergenerational trauma of oppression.  She holds an EdM in Psychological Counseling from Columbia University and a PhD in Psychology from the Institute of Transpersonal Psychology.  Her cutting-edge programs have helped thousands of women shift from survival to thriving and master the game of "How good can it get?" in their work and personal lives. Alright! Let's get into it! Here are some great opportunities to get connected with Dr. Valerie: 1)http://www.drvalerie.com/book ( Subscribe to Dr. Valerie's Thriving Notes) when you download the first chapter of her book or book resources 2)http://www.instagram.com/drvalerierein ( Follow her on Instagram) -- or onhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/1076117229121447 ( Facebook) - feel free to tag and DM her! She love tags and hashtags, hers are #patriarchystressdisorder and #thethrivingexperience -- follow them for updates 3)http://www.thethrivingexperience.com/ ( Come out and play with us live) at our legendary free virtual retreat, The Thriving Experience! Learn more and registerhttp://www.thethrivingexperience.com/ ( here). 

In the premiere episode, co-hosts Adam & Josh talk about their origins with Batman: The Animated Series. Then using a fan created, "Definitive Viewing Order" they review the first two episodes: "The Cape & Cowl Conspiracy" & "I've Got Batman In My Basement.  

This week, guest preacher Adam Narciso continued in our study of 1 Peter. Adam and his family were members of City Central’s church body until the Lord called them to ministry in Tennessee. Adam conveyed how Peter is speaking to Christians who are experiencing religious persecution. He focused on verses 19-21, emphasizing what Jesus did on the Saturday in between his burial and resurrection, and what baptism means for the believer.

Adam & Steven bring you the latest episode of MMTV as they review Batman S2x3 Bat Girl Magic. The guys also dive into all the latest DC Film & TV news including the Release Date for Zack Snyder’s Justice League and if they think we could get sequels. Also updates on Superman and Lois, The Flash (both TV & Film versions), Titans, The Suicide Squad, Aquaman 2, Black Adam, SHAZAM: Fury of the Gods and more.

Adam & Steven bring you the latest review Batwoman Season 2 episode 2 “Prior Criminal History”. Before that the guys also dive into the latest DC TV & Films news including Black Lightning Season 4, Darkseid revealed for Zack Snyder’s Justice League and the rumors of DCTV crossing over with DC on Film.

In this episode, Adam & Steven review the DC Animated Film; Batman: Soul of the Dragon. Also reviewed in this episode, the Season 2 Premiere of Batwoman!

This week, City Central’s youth pastor Stephanie shared her heart for the next generation as we transition into a new year. Reaching the generation is one of City Central’s shared values, and our Legacy Youth ministry has seen immense growth in reaching students from across the Seattle/Tacoma area. Stephanie shared the reality that we as believers are called to give our lives away. Each of us are qualified and called by God to serve and give our lives away. By paying it forward with our God-given gifts, money, and talents, we are blessed to see the Kingdom expanded on Earth.

It is a Christmas tradition for me to watch Batman Returns on Christmas Eve! This year, I was joined by Steven and Ryan, for commentary! So if you want to watch with us, hit play and enjoy! Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!

In this episode. Adam, Steven, and Ryan watch and provide commentary to the Tim Burton directed, Michael Keaton and Jack Nicholson starring BATMAN (1989). This film changed the nature of summer blockbuster and superhero films! Watch along with us and enjoy.

Vince and Henry have Matt Bushnell, John Gray and Jeff Drye on representing White Sox, Cubs and Brewers fandom to make central division predictions and bring analysis

On the 31st Anniversary of BATMAN (1989), listen to Adam & Steven discuss the Bat-Tastic news that Michael Keaton is in talks to return as Bruce Wayne/Batman in The Flash, and quite possible Beyond! Enjoy!

In this episode Adam and Ryan review the first season of the DC Universe's Harley Quinn, animated series! Enjoy!

How about some Birds of Prey related content? In this episode recorded prior to the films release, Ryan and Adam give a broad strokes look at the Helena Wayne Huntress, specifically her Pre-Crisis and New 52, incarnations of the character. Enjoy!

In Episode 9, Derrick Rhayn shared the incredible story of how God led him to Himself. In this episode, Derrick is back, sharing from under 24/7 quarantine in Paris. Derrick has been trying to live as all-in as he can to the Holy Spirit and the Word of God. Even though he is only a little more than a year old in the faith, Derrick has seen much encouraging fruit from the last several months of constantly saying “Yes!” to what God asks of him. In the time since recording his testimony on the podcast, Derrick has been on a mission trip to Mazatlan Mexico, a brief mission to Boston, another back to Mazatlan and an 81-day prayer-laden trip to Macedonia. Now, Derrick is preparing to enter into a discipleship training school at the YWAM base in Paris. He almost didn’t make it to Parish though, as he wasn’t due there for another few weeks and the presidential order halting travel to and from Europe would have grounded him stateside. Thankfully, God prompted Derrick to leave on the 13th and his plane was the last one leaving the Denver airport to Portugal (his connecting flight). In this episode, Derrick shares the apparent insanity of saying “Yes” to God–even to two-hour mission trips across the U.S. and the fruit that he’s seen from them. He shares how he’s seen the Lord save over 50 people on these little excursions and also the deeper fruit of forging a faith-first relationship with Christ. Derrick also opens up about the journey in his prayer life the Lord has had him on and how it wasn’t until hour three in a particular prayer session that he received impromptu direction from the Holy Spirit to go on a mission to Macedonia. While there, he continued his journey in prayer, praying for several hours per day. Listen to the audio (above) in this week’s to hear the full report from this young missionary’s travels. HIGHLIGHTS His second Mazatlan trip was only 24 hours but him and his ministry partner saw around 50 people saved during that time. While in Mazatlan with his church (City Central), Derrick saw a Spirit-inspired picture of the WOrd of God being planted on a local island that has the reputation of being particularly dark, spiritually. Now the local Christians have put up signs all around the island that have Bible verses in spanish. In Boston, Derrick met a woman who was struggling with suicidal thoughts and he was able to tell her, "God sent me all away across the country to talk to you." Derrick is enrolling in a music-based DTS that will minister abroad with music.

This week we welcome Lewis Fuller of Norwich City Central onto the channel so he and Ben can discuss a Premier League win for City against Leicester & a magical night in the FA Cup as Norwich beat Tottenham 3-2 on penalties following a 1-1 draw after 120 minutes. Find Lewis at ‘Norwich City Central’ on YouTube & @norwich_central on Twitter!

Late last week director Matt Reeves gave us our first look at Robert Pattinson as The Batman via a camera test.  We also got our first listen to the theme from the film as well.  In this podcast, Steven, Ryan and I, share are thoughts on this first look! Enjoy

History of City Central – Our Story, God’s Story Sermon Summary Psalm 77:11 (ESV) 11 I will remember the deeds of the Lord; yes, I will remember your wonders of old.   As we break our Awaken Fast today, Pastor Chris led us in a 20-year anniversary week celebration of the wonders of God’s work in our midst! He recounted with joy the history of our shared foundation from unassuming places like Spanaway and PLU. One fact is certain in this journey and continues: We are the people of God designed to share the good news of God to our neighbors and the nations!  Our church history and mission can be summed up in a single gospel passage. Luke, one of the twelve disciples, gives the account of Jesus opening the Old Testament scroll on the Sabbath and reading the words of Isaiah, then to the surprise of his hearers declaring that he was the fulfillment of this scripture: Luke 4:18–19 (ESV) 18 “The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to proclaim good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim liberty to the captives and recovering of sight to the blind, to set at liberty those who are oppressed, 19 to proclaim the year of the Lord’s favor.” A Chronological Look at the Story of City Central Church 1998…Clover Creek Bible Fellowship in Spanaway, Pastors Mike and Cindy Riches …Simultaneously a stirring of the Holy Spirit in the student body of Pacific Lutheran University (PLU); Students were coming to the end of themselves surrendering to Jesus; their obedience culminated in the genesis of New Song Church, the young adult Saturday night service started by Brian and Christy Brennt (now on staff at YWAM) 1999…Renewal Week in November a time of deep repentance overcame the leadership and the body; people wrote out unconfessed Sins then came forward to nail them to an altar cross. Sins like adultery, murder, etc. The elders were cut to the heart. 2000…Super Bowl Sunday became Spiritual Warfare Sunday, following thirty days of prayer and fasting, God opened our eyes to the reality of the battle in the spiritual realm as it manifest in a man who was tormented by demonic forces; we had bible knowledge but no deliverance prayer experience to pray him into freedom …We started to learn the road of abundant life: our authority in Christ, realities of spiritual warfare, hearing from the Lord in a Biblical way, Gods Original Design for people, the nature of strongholds (like fear, unbelief, control), and healing of injustices (rejection, betrayal, abuse, neglect, curses)  …We lived in expectation. Expecting to hear God speak and reveal something new. People started to pour in from all around the world. They came to get restored and made whole.  2000…February 16th a prophetic word (new to us!) was received declaring Tacoma the center of a spiritual blaze that would spread; this became known as the Pacific Rim Movement (PRM), here are some excerpts: …the Pacific Rim Movement is a mighty thing….the undergirding supports are being put in place right now up and down both sides of the Pacific….Many of you have joined arms, hands, and hearts….Your Father has linked them together….angels have been dispatched from the throne in heaven...will come suddenly to destroy the enemies…who are far outnumbered….captives are going to be set free….a map of the Pacific Northwest….looks very old….begins to look scorched from underneath Tacoma….small fire starts….repeated at Vancouver, B.C., Spokane WA, and then at Portland, OR….merge into one large fire….flames so high….a mighty wind blows the flames across the Pacific….All the nations on the Pacific….no one, no thing able to stop this fire….evidence by things He will do, the miraculous….salvation, healing, and deliverance….it’s impact will be felt around the world due to diverse ethnicity….This has been planned….Tacoma will be like a center point on a compass for a while….due north and all the nations will be attracted to Tacoma….the curvature of the earth will not restrict the radiance of the light reaching people around the world. We started preparing for a visitation…and have not stopped.  2001…Summer of Revival with Pastor Gerry Fry …October 28th Bill S. is healed of Lou Gehrig’s disease…he confessed his healing to the church in all three Sunday services….confirmed Tuesday, Oct. 31st by doctor 2002…Flatbed Evangelistic Events (events around the south sound worship and teaching from a large, flatbed trailer) 2004…Original City Central Word: The Lord shows a building in the center of Tacoma. He calls it “City Central”…The building is completely on fire. It is raging and burning with fire. Speaking to reaching the next generation, being an equipping center that has a revolving door, reaching the lost. We knew we needed to be in the city.  2005…“New Song-City Central”, Moved Downtown to First Congregational Church in May and City Central became its own church 2007…Moved to Urban Grace space in summer 2009…“City Central Mission Base,” moved into Tacoma Convention Center in fall 2010…Pastors Brian and Christy Brennt transition to Kona, Hawaii 2010-2011…Move to a Tacoma middle-school to start the replanting process; asked ourselves, “Are we a church or missions base?” Season of 2-3 years of formation. (Sunday night services) 2012…Moved into our current building, began renting in August (one Sunday morning service); vision and mission set: Adore God, Become like Jesus, and Contend for the Kingdom; Reach the lost, Restore the broken, and Equip the People of God 2015…Pastors Chris and Jena Hippe now lead “City Central Church;” Beautiful growth, by fall we start a second service at 9 a.m. 2015-2018…behind the scenes work formalizing equipping pathways, personnel, structure (foundation, framing) 2019… time to grow, take territory, purchase buildings to accommodate Saturday night services, more ministry space, permanent signage, media equipment, limitless outreach to young people   This rich history is marked by major spiritual growth in the lives and relationships of the people of our church: Our Markers Creation of Love and Unity Within Body Increased Communion and Fellowship of My People with Me and Me with My People Coming Together of the Body; Inter-church Relationships and Ministry True Repentance Followed by Righteousness A Breaking Down of Denominational Walls Our Tactics Church Services – solid, scriptural church marked by evangelism and freedom ministry A Church of Hundreds of Strong Leaders – could be sent globally, but called locally to rejuvenate the city Ministry of Personal Restoration – freedom ministry, restoring sight to the blind Discipleship – training others to train in evangelism and freedom Prophetic Ministry/Prayer Teams – hearing God’s voice for others’ edification Power of Worship – healing, deliverance, humility, courage, selfless Restoration of Children – fathers to children, children to fathers Fearless Teaching – fully biblical, tested Issue of Authority – fruitful ministry under spiritual covering only for God’s glory Servants who Hear and Obey – obedience is better than sacrifice Evangelism – an agent of change for the Kingdom Deliverance Ministry – battling the forces of darkness, freeing the oppressed Can you see it? You are invited to join in ownership of this mighty story! We are 41% of the way to our goal of $1.5 M to fund the purchase of the two buildings. We love all of you who have responded in faith to commit to the vision God has for us. For all of us, it is time to “Own it” – to make City Central your church, knowing that God does the planting and growing. It will take all of us.   Discussion Questions What do you suppose a person brand new to City Central might think after reading, or hearing, the origins and journey of this body of believers? How do you know when you’ve found a church home? What moves you from spectator to participant in your home church? How does hearing the history of City Central inspire you to make a commitment to the future here? What aspects of the vision for reaching our neighbors and the nations do you connect with most? Application Questions What is God asking you to do to take ‘ownership’ in the future of City Central? How might you step out in faith to see the vision realized of a place to call our own – a base of operations to reach the city for Christ?

Awaken Fast – Finishing Strong Sanctity of Human Life Sunday On this annual remembrance day in support of the pro-life movement, a volunteer for CareNet, and member of City Central, Natalie shared with us how God sanctifies every stage of life. This overtly Christian Ministry desires to see women in crisis pregnancy circumstances get completely free help with health testing and one-on-one counseling. Once a woman decides to have her baby, she gets access to parenting classes and practical assistance by way of the Baby Boutique where she can get diapers, high chairs, car seats, formula, etc. Additionally, Healing Tides is a holistic ministry of CareNet providing peer support for women who’ve already had an abortion and are seeking healing. Learn more about this commemorative day and the ministry of CareNet at https://carenetps.org/sohls/ Sermon Summary Romans 12:1-2 “Therefore, I urge you, brothers and sisters, in view of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and pleasing to God—this is your true and proper worship. 2 Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.” (NIV)   Pastor Chris was away teaching a cadre of doctors about the freedom principles God has revealed and put into practice through City Central. We heard a positive and powerful exhortation from Pastor Dennis Gibson. Dennis shared how we can enter this third week of the Awaken Fast with a plan to finish strong – a principle we can extend to our whole life as Christians. How can we finish strong in life? Usually we ask, “Where do I begin?” The best starting point is to ask God what He is expecting you to do. Begin with remembering what Christ has done for you on the cross. With that sober reminder, we can orient our time and prayers to press-in through life’s joys and difficulties. Here is the summary testimony of how God has worked in my life. Saved at 27 yrs. old. Grew up in the church, but hated it, so at age 12 I poured myself into the family business. Married at 20 to my high school sweetheart. Our first 7 years of marriage were turbulent. After we had our first daughter, one day before I went to work I looked over at my 2 year-old daughter and heard a voice ask, “do you want her to grow up like you?” It was nearly audible, so answered, “No, I’m miserable inside.” The voice asked, “What are you going to do about it?” Before I left for work, I asked Deb if she had thrown away the bible her sister gave us (I’d told her to get rid of it); she hadn’t. I read the bible cover to cover over the next year. This was key, getting the revelation from God’s word. I focused on reading Matthew to the end. In that reading God challenged me with Romans 12:1-2, “Offer your bodies as a living sacrifice …this is your spiritual service of worship.” Right then, I offered my life to the Lord. But, I said, “I have a concern. What about the hypocrites? How do I avoid being like them?” God replied, “You’ll have to give an account of your life to me. (Romans 14:12)” I asked, “How can I know you’ll keep me?” He turned me to focus on verse 2, “No longer be conformed to the pattern of this world.” I said, “OK. If you can change my life and keep me, I’ll give my life to you completely.” I committed to go to church the next day, by myself, since the family was sick. I waited at the end, but there was no altar call. Undeterred, I talked with the pastor and I discovered that I must be committed to the truth to finish strong.  14 May I never boast except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which[a] the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world.” Gal. 6:14 (NIV)   Five Ways to Finish Strong  Revelation of God’s Word – revelation leads to transformation (Joshua 1:8 – meditate on the book of the law day and night) Commit to the Truth – live your life by God’s word everyday (Matthew 22:37 - “‘Love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind.”) Don’t give up – understand spiritual warfare, Don’t let the enemy point out your sin (instead, trust the Holy Spirit to convict) – the enemy opposes the work of God (Matthew 11:12 Press-in to Jesus every day – desire to know Christ more, (Philippians 10:16), experience the power of His resurrection (Philippians 3:14 – “I press on toward the goal…” God has made you for His purposes – when we fail know that He is merciful "13For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. 14 I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made...." Psalms 139:13--14 23Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. 24 See if there is any offensive way in me” Psalms 139:23-24 Search me Lord, see if there be any offensive way in me – pray this every day, God will reveal some to you today and some sin from weeks before. He restores us gently. He needs us to be open to hear the truth and change when he reveals it. His grace is sufficient. Repent and God is faithful to forgive. His lovingkindness leads us to repentance (Romans 2:4 – “God’s kindness is intended to lead you to repentance…”   Discussion Questions What does it look like to others for a person to be double-minded?  When you see other believers press-in to Jesus, what stands out in their behavior, speech, and attitude? According to Pastor Dennis’ testimony and teaching why is it important to finish strong in in our Christian walk? How is it different in your mind if you “allow the enemy to point out your sin” instead of the gentle conviction of the Holy Spirit? Application Questions This week, what are some ways that you will ‘press-in’ to Jesus? Will you commit to finish strong in this Awaken Fast?

Coach Gle has taught life science, physical science, environmental science, science nutrition and physical education. He is also the strength and conditioning coach as well as coaching football, basketball and track. He implements and directs the strength program during the school year and summers. Doug Gle’s undergrad was from Hope College in kinesiology and exercise science and then later got a masters from Western Michigan University with an MA in kinesiology and exercise science. He has coached at the University of Northern Iowa, Western Michigan University, and Eastern Michigan University. He is NSCA certified, and also USA weightlifting certified since 1996 and 1998 respectively. Coach Gle Contact Information Email: Gledo@tcaps.net Twitter: @trojanstrength   "Crush Cancer!" and the #REPSFORRILEY Challenge - 67 workouts, 67 days in a row - Follow Gage Rosier on instagram (g.rosier) or twitter (gdrosier) for the workout schedule - Buy your copy of "Crush Cancer!" today if you want to participate! BUY THE EBOOK NOW - crushcancerbook.com    TeamBuildr Thank you TeamBuildr for sponsoring today's episode. Teambuildr is the leading software for high schools and colleges by providing coaches the ability to write programs online, generate over 13 reports and even train athletes remotely for side-income. Right now, if you sign up with code BigTime, you will receive a free APRE programming template which works automatically within TeamBuildr. No more spreadsheets and workout cards to track training maxes that change day by day. Automate your programming without outsourcing your programming with TeamBuildr." af.tbldr.co/BigTime   Power Lift Power Lift is the leading manufacturer and distributor of heavy duty strength training equipment for Collegiate and High School athletic performance centers around the world. Power Lift brings over 20 years of experience to the strength and conditioning world. All products are manufactured in their state of the art manufacturing facility in Jefferson, IA.  Power Lift is proud to support all coaches making it the Big Time where they are at. Mike Richardson - mrichardson@power-lift.com   Big Time Strength Contact Info Email: bigtimestrength@gmail.comTwitter: @BigTime_SC, @gdrosier, @CoachPedersenMV Instagram: bigtimestrength, g.rosier, mvmustangstrength Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed the episode please subscribe, like, share, or leave a comment.

Awaken Fast Sermon Summary Luke 5:33–35 (ESV) 33 And they said to him, “The disciples of John fast often and offer prayers, and so do the disciples of the Pharisees, but yours eat and drink.” 34 And Jesus said to them, “Can you make wedding guests fast while the bridegroom is with them? 35 The days will come when the bridegroom is taken away from them, and then they will fast in those days.”   Pastor Chris prepared us for the annual, all-church fast which runs Jan. 6th through the 26th. Since fasting and prayer go hand in hand, he invited Delaney McCall, Prayer Coordinator, to help us focus on the ways to pray as we fast. First, Chris reminded us of the biblical importance of fasting and prayer: Ten Thoughts on Fasting Fasting is a voluntary absence from food for the purpose of dedicating yourself to prayer. Fasting changes us, not God. Fasting is an invitation and grace.  When facing impossible circumstances (Nehemiah 1:4). To change the destiny of a people, a city, a nation (Nehemiah 9:1). To hear from God fresh and new and to seek His direction (Ezra 8:21). To receive God’s aid in battle and to defeat the enemy (2 Chronicles 20:3). To get hold of God to receive specific answer to prayer (Acts 10:30). To seek the mind of God (Acts 13:2).  To prepare for ministering in the power and grace of God (Matthew 4:2). To obtain a greater degree of God’s authority and power (Matthew 17:21). To afflict the soul, dig down, pull out anything in our mind, will, and emotion that would hinder the life and power of God fully expressed in our lives (Leviticus 16:29, Psalms 35:13, Proverbs 20:27, Hebrews 4:12). To break the strongholds of the physical appetites. Purposes in Fasting:  Fasting deepens humility and dependence on God.  It can deepen the hunger for God to work in our lives and ministries.  Fasting intensifies prayer concentration.  Solidifies determination.  Feeds your faith. Sensitizes and opens you up more to the Holy Spirit’s working in your life.  Fires earnestness and zeal - honest sincerity in your walk with God. What do you need to fast about?  Heightened awareness of God. Start to hear God more clearly.  Gain a new perspective and a renewed reliance upon God. Benefits of fasting and prayer: Why should you fast? Need a breakthrough? Restored relationship? Clear direction?  Fasting is a short season that brings long-term results.  Expectation of God’s direction, answers to prayer. Fasting is a time of spirit-led self-examination. Fasting Expectations: options to choose a liquid only fast, or the Daniel fast (no meats, sweets, treats), or the Benedict fast (give up one meal per day). God meant for us to fast from food. If you elect to also fast from other activities (social media, entertainment, etc.) that’s really abstaining.  If you are not praying, you are not fasting.    Delaney then shared these thoughts on praying as we fast: Two-fold process: 1) fasting is laying down, 2) prayer is picking up Joel 2:12-13 “…return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; and rend your hearts and not your garments. Return to the Lord your God for he is gracious and merciful, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love….” If you consider prayer boring, consider what the Lord does through the prayers of his people. Prayer is first ministry to the Lord – Rev. 1:6, we are a kingdom of priests James 5 – for faith Romans 10 – grow in faith Hebrews 11 – cling to faith Mark 11:23-24 – speak out faith Prayer is an act of faith, not empty words or feelings: Prayer is our primary way to grow and maintain intimacy with Jesus. Our foundation of intimacy is our initial surrender of salvation, the starting point. Prayer is the catalyst to keep building intimacy.    Were meant to be on mission as a Praying Church. Prayer is a lifestyle.    Discussion Questions When you think of fasting, what first comes to mind? How does it make you feel preparing to fast? Why do you suppose God instituted the discipline of fasting for His people? What are some benefits of fasting that you’ve personally experienced? Maybe a breakthrough or miracle? Application Points City Central has provided many resources to help you in this fasting time. Explore the “Awaken Fast” button on the City Central mobile app. You’ll have access to the reasons for our church-wide fast, answers to questions about fasting, and weekly devotionals to guide you for the three weeks. Also, there will be times for personal and corporate prayer during the fast. Our prayer room is open the following hours during the fast: Personal Meditation and Prayer Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm Corporate Prayer Times Monday: 12-1pm Tuesday: 6:30-8am, 12-1pm Wednesday: 12-1pm, 6:30-8pm Thursday: 12-1pm, 6:30-8pm

Crossing Over   Joshua 1:1–9 (ESV) 1 After the death of Moses the servant of the Lord, the Lord said to Joshua the son of Nun, Moses’ assistant, 2 “Moses my servant is dead. Now therefore arise, go over this Jordan, you and all this people, into the land that I am giving to them, to the people of Israel. 3 Every place that the sole of your foot will tread upon I have given to you, just as I promised to Moses. 4 From the wilderness and this Lebanon as far as the great river, the river Euphrates, all the land of the Hittites to the Great Sea toward the going down of the sun shall be your territory. 5 No man shall be able to stand before you all the days of your life. Just as I was with Moses, so I will be with you. I will not leave you or forsake you. 6 Be strong and courageous, for you shall cause this people to inherit the land that I swore to their fathers to give them. 7 Only be strong and very courageous, being careful to do according to all the law that Moses my servant commanded you. Do not turn from it to the right hand or to the left, that you may have good success wherever you go. 8 This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all that is written in it. For then you will make your way prosperous, and then you will have good success. 9 Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be frightened, and do not be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.”   This week, Chris and Jena offered us a picture of the Israelites reaching the Jordan River to cross into the promised land and likened it to how we are crossing over from one year (and decade) to another. The Lord is taking us to a new place, and He has a new day for us. What are 7 things God may be calling us to put down and 7 things He wants us to pick up in this new season? In His mercy, God gives us the power to decide and choose our way. We are as free as we want to be. The Israelites had been wandering because of unbelief and found themselves on the fringe of the promised land. Faith call us to go, to move. Will we agree with the Lord and activate faith?   Wilderness Lessons:    Re-education in the ways of God. Learn again what Godliness is. Relearn obedience to God.  Lesson to learn about faith.  Patience.   Philippians 3:12–14 (ESV) 12 Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own. 13 Brothers, I do not consider that I have made it my own. But one thing I do: forgetting what lies behind and straining forward to what lies ahead, 14 I press on toward the goal for the prize of the upward call of God in Christ Jesus.   Leave Behind:  Unbelief and Distrust: Unbelief distorts reality. It is a choice (and our daily choice) to trust. We cannot allow our five senses to direct us. The truth of God’s character and promises are what ground and direct us. Offense: To overlook an offense is for OUR glory. Impatience: The Lord is so patient towards us. It’s who God is. May we choose to extend this fruit of the Spirit toward others. Disappointments: This side of Heaven, there will be disappointment. We can come before the throne, honestly tell the Lord about our disappointments, and give them over to Him. Honesty precedes breakthrough. The Holy Spit will fill you with fresh hope.  Survival mentality: The gospel is a gospel of thriving, not surviving! We are not called to daily seek to survive or make it through.  Victimization: We are overcomers in Christ. We need to choose our victim mentality for an overcomer mentality. The word says “I have told you these things so that in Me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.” John 16:33 Fear: Fear is the opposite of faith. We fear when we aren’t agreeing with God’s promises.  Fear magnifies the problem and diminishes our authority in Christ.     Numbers 13:32–33 (ESV) 32 So they brought to the people of Israel a bad report of the land that they had spied out, saying, “The land, through which we have gone to spy it out, is a land that devours its inhabitants, and all the people that we saw in it are of great height. 33 And there we saw the Nephilim (the sons of Anak, who come from the Nephilim), and we seemed to ourselves like grasshoppers, and so we seemed to them.”   Take into this new decade:  Greater Love for God: Ask, and He will fill you that you may overflow to those around you. Galatians 2:20 (ESV) 20 I have been crucified with Christ. It is no longer I who live, but Christ who lives in me. And the life I now live in the flesh I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.   Faith and Courage    Numbers 14:6-9 (ESV)6 And Joshua the son of Nun and Caleb the son of Jephunneh, who were among those who had spied out the land, tore their clothes 7 and said to all the congregation of the people of Israel, “The land, which we passed through to spy it out, is an exceedingly good land. 8 If the Lord delights in us, he will bring us into this land and give it to us, a land that flows with milk and honey. 9 Only do not rebel against the Lord. And do not fear the people of the land, for they are bread for us. Their protection is removed from them, and the Lord is with us; do not fear them.”   Season of Harvest  Psalm 126:5 (ESV) 5 Those who sow in tears shall reap with shouts of joy!   Perseverance: Your flesh is the last thing that will persevere. Will you let him strengthen you? Galatians 6:9 (ESV) 9 And let us not grow weary of doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up.   Healing  James 5:14–15 (ESV) 14 Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. 15 And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.) God wants City Central in faith and confidence that He wants to release an atmosphere of healing in this place.    Compassion: This is a heart issue. What is the condition of your heart when you lack compassion?   Matthew 9:36 (ESV) 36 When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd.   Prosperity and Increased Influence: May this be for His glory! He will elevate us so that we can elevate Him.    “I would recommend you either believe God up to the hilt, or else not to believe at all. Believe this book of God, every letter of it, or else reject it. There is no logical standing place between the two. Be satisfied with nothing less than a faith that swims in the deeps of divine revelation; a faith that paddles about the edge of the water is poor faith at best. It is little better than a dry-land faith, and is not good for much.” C.H. Spurgeon.     Discussion Questions: 1. When the Israelites arrived at the Jordan River, they sent 12 spies into the land to report on what they found. Why do you think 10 out of 12 reports were negative? 2. How did Caleb and Joshua’s reports differ from those of the other 10 spies? What does this say about their heart posture? 3. In God’s sovereignty, He allows us to choose Him and His ways. Why do you think He desires for us to choose? What does this say about the kind of God He is?   Reflection Questions: 1. What 3 things will you choose to let go of this year? What 3 will you choose to pick up? 2. What promises of God do you see in Joshua 1:1-9? How are these promises for you today? 3. Reflect on your #1 areas to let go of and pick up. How will you be intentional about walking in newness this year?

Orphan Sunday Sermon Summary Guest Speaker: Darrin Miller, Youth for Christ Pastor Chris introduced our guest speaker who shared the challenge and joy of meeting the need for Foster Care in our community. Guest speaker, Darrin Miller shared his family’s journey. Just 9-years ago, the Millers said, “Yes!” to foster care and then adoption. Darrin challenged us to examine our hearts in light of God’s Father Heart as expressed in His Word. He asked us the overarching question, “How should we live out God’s mission in the way of City Central:  “We Adore God, Become like Jesus, and Contend for the Kingdom.”His answer: becoming like Jesus is to know the Father’s love for the fatherless. 2 You yourselves are our letter of recommendation, written on our[a] hearts, to be known and read by all. 3 And you show that you are a letter from Christ delivered by us, written not with ink but with the Spirit of the living God, not on tablets of stone but on tablets of human hearts. 2 Cor. 3:2-3 (ESV) God manifests His love through the example of Jesus, the penultimate “Rescuer.” Scripture is clear, we believers are the ones who’ve been rescued and who are imparted by His Spirit to become rescuers, bringing especially the orphan, widow, and foreigner. Darrin reminded us that we are the vehicle that God uses to extend His kingdom. While the emphasis in this mission is on the orphans, we need to see them as the Father does, as individuals – people, like us, created by God with divine design and purpose. 4 For all who are led by the Spirit of God are sons[b] of God. 15 For you did not receive the spirit of slavery to fall back into fear, but you have received the Spirit of adoption as sons, by whom we cry, “Abba! Father!” 16 The Spirit himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, 17 and if children, then heirs—heirs of God and fellow heirs with Christ, provided we suffer with him in order that we may also be glorified with him. Romans 12:8-17(ESV)   Darrin and Sue have needed to rely on God as Jehovah Jireh, “Provider,” in their answer to His call. Their six children are the living testament to their response to be the extension of God’s love to those who were unloved. God has performed miracles in response to tragic circumstances to make the Millers a family like the family of God, adopted sons and daughters of the King! Darrin’s clear lesson from this experience is that it’s not about us doing something great, but about God doing something great in our hearts.   3 … when we were children, [we] were enslaved to the elementary principles of the world. 4 But when the fullness of time had come, God sent forth his Son, born of woman, born under the law, 5 to redeem those who were under the law, so that we might receive adoption as sons. Galatians 4:2–5 (ESV)   5 he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will, Ephesians 1:5 (ESV)   Questions with eternal impact have been asked. The Millers have answered. They are presenting them to us as witnesses that answering God’s call to be the family of God means he’ll provide what we need to spend our lives on behalf of others. Darrin interviewed two of his kids who shared what family means to them. His son knew the answer immediately, “Family means people who love me, both family and church family and friends.” His daughter was reflective, but clear, “Following the Lord means doing the little things, taking kids to soccer, helping with my younger siblings, I don’t regret anything I’ve said, “Yes” to, over the years.”   27 Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world. James 1:27 (ESV)   If we’re not careful, we can leave Church the same way we came in. Darrin insisted that the Bible supports the truth that God has a heart for the orphans and that every generation must rise to the quest of opening our hearts and lives to them as well.   17 learn to do good; seek justice, correct oppression; bring justice to the fatherless, plead the widow's cause. Isaiah 1:17 (ESV)   5 Father of the fatherless and protector of widows is God in his holy habitation. Psalm 68:5-6 (ESV)   10 For my father and my mother have forsaken me, but the Lord will take me in. Psalm 27:10 (ESV)   Lastly, Darrin encouraged us, “Don’t disqualify yourself. We are all adopted. Ask the Lord what you should do. He will bless your “Yes!””   19 “When you reap your harvest in your field and forget a sheaf in the field, you shall not go back to get it. It shall be for the sojourner, the fatherless, and the widow, that the Lord your God may bless you in all the work of your hands. Deuteronomy 24:19-22 (ESV)   Discussion Questions What do you suppose it was so important to God that He created a “family of God?” Why not simply disciples, or followers, or adherents of God? Read James 1:27 again. How do you think God wants us to live out “religion that is pure and undefiled?” In what ways do we as the church, and individual Christians, demonstrate this principle?   What might some people say they are scared of if they answer the call to become a foster or adoptive parent? What opportunities exist for us to say, “Yes!” to God’s call to be the rescuer to the orphans and vulnerable children in our community?   Application Questions After hearing of the need and the challenge, what is God opening your heart to with regard to foster and adoptive care? List some of the ways that you’ve “disqualified” yourself from helping meet this need. Ask God what might qualify you to be a foster parent? How might you otherwise support the church and community in providing these orphans a “forever-home?”   City Central has partnered for many years with the foster care agency Olive Crest. Representatives were on-hand to help anyone considering fostering to reach out for their guidance. You can find more information on opportunities like Standard Fostering, Respite Care, Foster-to-Adopt, and Emergency Care by visiting their website at https://www.olivecrest.org/pacific-northwest/fostering/. Staff are glad to answer any questions, even put you in touch with a family at City Central who have been on a foster parenting journey already.

Dreams Fulfilled; an evening with Bryan Klein. Bryan Klein, founder of The Max Challenge sits with Michael Grande and talks growing up, going to college and changing his course the day he graduated! Bryan exposes the 3 secrets to becoming successful and gives incredible insight on how to achieve your goals. 

In our first episode of Gotham City Central: A Batman Podcast, Steven Marshall and I discuss the final trailer for Joker, before we saw the film. We also discuss the short Birds of Prey teaser trailer debuted with It.We turn our attention to Matt Reeves' Batman film, to discuss the rumors that Catwoman will be played by a woman of colour, and discuss what stories may influence the film.  We discuss Robert Pattinson's first quotes about being cast as Batman.  Finally, we transition to television, to discuss our thoughts on Batwoman, before seeing it and share our opinion's of Ian Glenn as Bruce Wayne, thus far on Titans! Enjoy!

Angus Musselman didn’t have much of an understanding about the spiritual realm, but that all changed as he started to look into things like witchcraft and demonic activity. What seemed to Angus as a harmless curiosity about supernatural things, led to his life being turned upside down after he allowed himself to be possessed by demonic forces. This culminated in Angus becoming a terror to those around him as he had intense supernatural encounters with demons. Eventually, though, God’s grace reached Angus and he was able to be freed by giving his life to Christ. Follow along as you hear how Angus was ultimately delivered from slavery by dark forces to walking in the freedom of the light of Christ. HIGHLIGHTS Angus' dad was killed on the freeway when Angus was young. Angus was enticed into pursuing demonic things by promises of having "powers". Soon after, he began seeing terrifying phenomena at his house, including the furniture rearranging itself and demons manifesting in visual form. Angus visited many churches, but few knew what to do with him until he came to Justin's home church of City Central. There he found believers equipped with the knowledge to lead him into deliverance, through the power of Jesus. Angus was not only freed from demonic possession but was also freed from depression and having to use medication.  

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Coming off their first playoff appearance in a decade, Bay City Central head coach Morley Fraser joins the guys to preview the 2017 season. Plus, Matt & Brad are joined by visiting radio broadcaster Alex Cohen to talk about the MLB Trade Deadline.

The Mt Pleasant Oiler girls picked up their most dominant victory of the season, defeating Saginaw Valley League foe Bay City Central 54-24. Game Location: Bay City Central Gymnasium Game Date: Friday, January 27th, 2017

The Mt Pleasant Oilers jumped out to a 17-0 lead after one quarter, and held on for a 64-46 victory over Saginaw Valley League foes Bay City Central. Game Location: Bay City Central Gymnasium Game Date: Friday, January 27th, 2017

Doug Gle from Traverse city central Michigan has tons of great ideas and thoughts on training the high school athlete. He has a ton of knowledge and experience. As one topic we discuss is how he raised over $100,000 for equipment and supplies through grants and fundraising for his facility. Very cool stuff.  Coach Gle has taught life science, physical science, environmental science, science nutrition and physical education. He is also the strength and conditioning coach as well as coaching football, basketball and track. He implements and directs the strength program during the school year and summers. His undergrad was from Hope college in kinesiology and exercise science and then later got a masters from western Michigan university with an MA in kinesiology and exercise science. He has coached at the University of Northern Iowa, western Michigan University, and eastern Michigan university. He is NSCA certified, and also USA weightlfting certified since 1996 and 1998 respectively. Contact Coach Gle: email: gledo@tcaps.net twitter: https://twitter.com/TrojanStrength   My name is Dane Nelson. I am a former college and high school strength coach. I created this podcast for strength coaches at any level but more specifically for High School Strength Coaches. I want strength coaches to be able to connect to each other and learn more about the growing field of full time high school strength coaching.  Thanks for checking out the website.  It would be great to connect with other strength coaches and talk about what works and what doesn’t work when training high school athletes.  This is why I created this podcast. I hope  you find it useful and valuable!  Website: www.hsstrengthcoach.com  Contact me at hsstrengthcoach365@gmail.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/strengthcoachHS Thank you so much for listening and I would appreciate it greatly if you could leave a 5 star review in iTunes and Google Play as well as this really helps boost the show rankings and spread the word about the High School Strength Coach Podcast. That way other Strength Coaches like yourself can find the show and benefit from it too.  Thank you very much if you have already left a rating and feedback, I appreciate it greatly!  

We tend to think and believe that "this is just the way I am" with our quarks or personalities. God did not make you passive, anxious, dishonest, lustful or you fill in your own blank. He created you in His own image. We continue our conversation with Pastor Rustin Rossello on the "Four R's". Repent of our sin, Receive God's Love, Rebuke the demonic spiritual world, and Replace the lies we have believed with the Truth of Almighty God. The material we are discussing come from The Freedom Manual. It was created by City Central Church in Tacoma Washington. You may visit City Central and download the manual at www.citycentral.org. Click here to join our free online community! Like what you hear?  Support the ministry through prayer and becoming a financial Purity Partner. Click Here! 

Have you been a Christ follower for years but still fall to the temptation of lust and porn? Could it be that by looking at porn at home, at work or on your mobile device....you are actually inviting evil into your life? We speak with Pastor Rustin Rossello on how Scripture talks about the strongholds in our lives. The material we are discussing come from The Freedom Manual. It was created by City Central Church in Tacoma Washington. You may visit City Central and download the manual at www.citycentral.org. Click here to join our free online community! Like what you hear?  Support the ministry through prayer and becoming a financial Purity Partner. Click Here! 

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Bob Sorge speaks at City Central, Friday October 23

Gerry Fry speaks to the City Central body about the need for dynamic personal encounters with Christ.

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Evangelist Emmanuel Ziga