Podcasts about Devoted

Nearly 16 million veterans live in the United States, and while 9 million receive care through the Veterans Health Administration, about 40% rely entirely on civilian healthcare. That's where the challenge begins: many veterans are navigating a system that isn't designed for their unique health needs. Veterans outside the VA system often face barriers that lead to poorer outcomes—delays in diagnosis, fragmented care, and overlooked service-related conditions. The healthcare system must do better. In this episode of Radio Advisory, host Rachel (Rae) Woods talks with Optum Serve experts Christi Kruse and Christine Erspamer about what it takes to close this gap. Drawing on their in-depth ethnographic research, Christi and Christine explore why understanding the veteran patient journey is critical, how to integrate data-driven population health strategies, and the role of publicly available tools and guidelines, along with other practical solutions. The conversation doesn't stop at veterans. These insights can help healthcare leaders better serve other vulnerable populations, too. Stay tuned through the end of the episode for a special message from Optum Serve CEO Ed Weinberg, as he shares how Optum Serve is honoring the lived experiences of veterans and military families, and calls on clinical providers to lead with compassion, consistency, and purpose. We're here to help: Research Study: Caring for Veterans and Military Families Devoted to Improving Lives Across the Nation | Optum Business Military & Veteran Health Care Journey: Infographic Join us for an upcoming State of the Industry webinars, where Advisory Board experts will challenge three long-standing assumptions about the healthcare industry — and reveal the powerful new dynamics reshaping the future. Learn more about Optum Advisory: Healthcare consulting services A transcript of this episode as well as more information and resources can be found on RadioAdvisory.advisory.com.

Actively and carefully pursue holiness in your mind and body for the sake of our great God who said we will draw near to us when we do.

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Have you ever wondered what true rest for your soul looks like? Pastor Marcus unpacks how worship—far more than just singing—is our pathway to experiencing God's presence and peace. Through Psalm 95's wisdom, he reveals how authentic worship, both exuberant and reverent, serves as the antidote to pride and opens the door to genuine rest in Jesus. Drawing from his own transformation from reluctant worshipper to passionate participant, Marcus shows how corporate worship bonds us together and positions us to receive from God. 

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Most companies optimize for profit. Devoted Health was built to serve people.In this episode of The Eric Ries Show, I sit down with Todd Park, co-founder of Devoted Health and former U.S. Chief Technology Officer, to explore what it looks like to design a company for human flourishing at scale.Todd shares how Devoted earned one of the highest trust scores in the industry and how he and his brother, Ed, built a business that treats every member like family. We talk about what it takes to operationalize love inside a system as complex as healthcare and how Devoted never saw any problem as outside its mission. In our conversation today, we talk about: • What it means to have love as an operational framework • How Devoted's unambiguous mission became a superpower for alignment and trust• The formula Todd uses to define what world-class healthcare really means• Why Todd believes hard problems belong inside the company's mission, not outside it• The role of trust as both Devoted's core metric and its greatest moat•  Lessons from Howard Schultz on scaling culture • What it takes to design an ecosystem where business, technology, and community all serve the same goal• And more—Where to find Todd Park:• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/todd-park-3232573• X: https://x.com/Todd_Park44 —Where to find Eric:• Newsletter:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ericries.carrd.co/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • Podcast:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ericriesshow.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ • YouTube:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/@theericriesshow⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ —In This Episode We Cover:(00:00) Intro(03:04) How Todd turned Devoted Health's founding vision into a full-stack healthcare system(13:09) How Devoted's virtuous performance cycle turns love into trust in action(20:51) Guide: the guardian angels who embody Devoted's mission(29:21) How loyalty drives Devoted's word-of-mouth growth(31:02) Why Devoted's marketing materials don't mention love(32:27) Harder is easier: Why Devoted built a full-stack healthcare system (37:54) The four powers ‘harder is easier' unlocks(46:57) The case for radical transparency with your investors(51:20) The elements of alignment and the power they unlock (55:13) Howard Schultz's advice for scaling culture (1:05:23) A story from Starbucks about creating culture(1:06:50) How Devoted addresses different determinants of health through separate entities(1:13:00) Inside Devoted's Elders Councils (1:19:43) Building mission protection into Devoted's DNA through founder control(1:25:55) Final thoughts from Eric and Todd—You can find episode references at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.ericriesshow.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠—Production and marketing by ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pen Name⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Eric may be an investor in the companies discussed.

Tawny's Top 5 CliftonStrengths are:  Belief, Activator, Responsibiility, Achiever and Connectedness  Tawny has been with Cru almost 30 years having served  in Baton Rouge, Costa Rica, Mexico, Colorado, and Orlando. She currently has the privilege of working with the Cru Coaching Center team as a launching specialist.  Being able to help students start ministries across the U.S. and world where there currently are none is what she loves doing.  She's married to Ryan and has two seniors, Sutton in high school, and Holden, at UF.  Best day for her would be one at the beach with her family, eating her homemade cookies, and cheering on the LSU Tigers.     Find out your strengths by taking the CliftonStrengths Top 5 Assessment   Workshops and Coaching with Barbara Culwell Subscribe & Leave a Review on Embrace Your Strengths    

The Devoted Things | John Sloan | 11.02.25 by Capshaw Baptist

In this sermon, Craig concludes our Vision Series by unpacking what it means to be devoted to Jesus and to the good works that flow from knowing Him. From Titus 3, he shows that salvation is entirely the work of God—His mercy, not our effort. Through Jesus' life, death, and resurrection, and the renewing work of the Holy Spirit, we're made new people—washed, renewed, and transformed.Because of that, we're now called to live out who we are—people eager to do good. Craig reminds us that being “devoted to good works” means prioritizing what matters most: participating in and supporting gospel ministry, showing kindness, gentleness, and obedience in everyday life, and using our energy to help others know the kindness and love of God in Jesus.Transformed by mercy, we now devote ourselves to the good work of making Christ known.

Malachi 1:6 - Malachi 2:9

Sunday-11-2-25 Pastor Scott Hanson

The early church was devoted to generosity.  Let's learn about it in the book of Acts.

Colossians 1: 3-14, 4:2-6

For centuries, witches have cast their spell on our imaginations and enchanted our stories. Throughout folklore and pop culture, some pointed-hat witches have established their unforgettable characters, both evil and good, from the Wicked Witch of the West, in the 1939 “Wizard of Oz” film, and Hermione Granger in the “Harry Potter” series. So, why are witches so popular? And why can't pop culture seem to get enough? Coming up Friday at 9 a.m., MPR News host Jacob Aloi, reporter Alex V. Cipolle and editor Max Sparber spend an hour exploring witches across history and culture. With their guests, the MPR News arts team will talk about the witches in one of Shakespeare's best-known plays, as well as witches in TV, film, music and books.

We are in the most isolated, insulated era in history, but according to the Bible, Christianity only works in the context of community. What makes Christian community different? Why is it so important? Why, at times, is it so hard?Justin Kendrick is the Lead Pastor of Vox Church, which he founded in 2011 with a group of friends on the doorstep of Yale University. Since then, the church has grown to multiple locations across New England with the dream of seeing the least-churched region of the U.S. become the most spiritually vibrant place on earth. Justin is the author of the USA Today bestseller How to Quiet a Hurricane, as well as Bury Your Ordinary and The Sacred Us (David C Cook). In addition to hosting Justin Kendrick: The Devoted Life Podcast, he continues to create sermon material, small group studies, and video content weekly through Vox Church. Justin and his wife, Chrisy, live with their four children in the New Haven area. To learn more about Justin, visit JustinKendrick.com.

Evangelist Will Geiseman challenges us with the type of life that is wholly devoted to God.

In this message, Pastor Emmanuel Akognon explores how the early church, empowered by the Holy Spirit, lived in unity, devotion, and divine purpose. Drawing from Acts 2:41–47, he highlights the marks of a Spirit-filled community devotion to God’s Word, fellowship, prayer, generosity, and the daily growth that comes when believers live under the Spirit’s power.

What's really happening in the game industry job market right now? Spoiler: it's not all doom and layoffs.

SUNDAY SERMON SERIES – FIRST THINGS FIRST - WEEK 6 - DEVOTED TO THE MISSION

Listen, Learn, Live.

God wants us to pursue moral purity as his distinctive people, which he has promised will increase our daily experience of fellowship, joy, and assurance with him.

Series: 2025 - Rooted in Christ: A Study of Colossians and PhilemonService: Sunday WorshipType: Bible MessageSpeaker: Phillip W. Martin

Building a Healthy Church: Godly Living in an Ungodly World, Part 1 (Devoted to Goodness)

Sunday-10-26-25 Pastor Scott Hanson

Chuck focuses on an 8-year-old boy named Josiah, who became Judah's king. His friendship and subsequent reign played a vital role in Jeremiah's life and ministry.Originally preached on May 31, 2020 To support this ministry financially, visit: https://www.lightsource.com/donate/1447/29

Got questions about being Reckless And Relentless? We do, and we're Asking Alexandria about their 2011 album. (Not literally asking, but we'll review and rank it just the same!) After guitarist Ben Bruce "Ship-Of-Theseused" his band from South Africa to London, they started making waves with vocalist Danny Worsnop and a metalcore sound that ruffled feathers and explored the human condition. On Reckless & Relentless, tracks like Someone Somewhere, Another Bottle Down, and Morte Et Dabo tackle themes of addiction, loss, and love in a gritty, dark way based in realism.We'll trace the band's journey and maturation from album to album! This record is on the precipice of the band's commercial success, but they continue to push the envelope in its wake. Then the Mixtaper has some hot new facts that bring the roof down as he introduces us to Metal Elvis and some DEVOTED fans. Then, two wolves inside Connor go to war as we balance intense screaming with intricate instrumentals.. and then he does something that's a podcast-first. See how this record stacks up as we close out Mixtober!Which Asking Alexandria tracks leave you Breathless? Need a little extra Closure? Reach out on social media and follow or rate wherever you're listening for more!Keep Spinning at www.SpinItPod.com!Thanks for listening!0:00 Intro3:52 About Asking Alexandria8:09 About Reckless & Relentless15:49 Awards & Accolades16:09 Fact Or Spin17:45 They Performed With Elvis21:50 Asking Alexandria Flooded A Venue25:20 They Literally Brought The House Down28:45 They Have VERY Passionate Fans34:43 Album Art35:43 Welcome36:49 Dear Insanity39:42 Closure41:09 A Lesson Never Learned43:02 To The Stage44:42 Dedication45:33 Someone, Somewhere48:05 Breathless49:03 The Match51:38 Another Bottle Down52:33 Reckless & Relentless54:31 Morte Et Dabo56:27 Final Spin Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join me for a second interview with writer, podcaster, and word Warrior, Dani Katz, with special guest Alchemist and expert on polarities, Benjamin Balderson!In this interview, routable talk we're going to set ourselves the lofty, but worthy task of un-mangling the Masculine-Feminine archetype in hopes that future generations won't struggle like we have with the basic foundation of society tied up in the ongoing war against it.Find Dani:https://danikatz.com/Insta: @something.danihttps://odysee.com/@danikatz:eAnd watch Benjamin's latest debates on his channels:https://www.youtube.com/@BenjaminBaldersonhttps://www.youtube.com/@DogfaceDudes More About Dani KatzA visionary thinker with an über-expanded perspective, Dani Katz has devoted her career to empowering leaders, disruptors and rebel badasses with the tools, skills and confidence necessary to thrive as sovereign, conscious reality creators.Her broad spectrum of practical experience and formal studies (including a Master's degree in journalism), combined with a pronounced passion for the metaphysical, inspired her ever-deepening fascination with the energetic frequencies of words. Devoted to understanding how language programs the subconscious mind, and creates the world as we know it, Dani's impassioned investigations lead her to develop Quantum Languaging – a method of deconstructing and perfecting the myriad ways, whys and hows words shape our every human experience.She is the author of the critically-acclaimed bestselling books, Word Up: Little Languaging Hacks for Big Change, Pop Propaganda: An Illustrated Guide and The Language of Betterarchy: A Blueprint for Uniting against Tyranny.A lifelong learner with an unquenchable thirst for capital-T Truth, Dani pushes every possible edge to its outermost limit - both to transform and awaken her own consciousness, as well as to pave new pathways for the brave, bold badasses she guides, teaches and advises. Dani walks her talk, and leads by example, modeling the highs and lows of the transformational path with humor, heart and authenticity, utilizing her decades of devotion to her own healing, whole-ing and awakening to support her coaching + consulting clients. Dani works as a Quantum Languaging consultant and educator, supporting high-performing needle-movers and game-changing organizations in optimizing their communications in service to greater impact, efficacy and profit, while guiding the individuals involved to empower themselves, actualize their potential and evolve the world for the infinitely more wonderful.https://danikatz.comInstagram: @something.dani*** MORE FROM BETHFor more from Beth, her books, her social media links, Telegram Groups, and to apply to become a member of the House of Free Will Ministry visit: https://linktr.ee/bethmartens Sign up to take a 5-minute King Hero's Journey archetype quizhttps://www.bethmartens.com/king-hero-archetype-quiz-sign-up Sign up for a Hero's Journey Archetype Reading:https://www.bethmartens.com/heros_journey_archetype_reading***If we're just meeting...I'm Beth Martens, a pattern hunter, archetype reader, podcaster, author, coach trainer, and business coach, and my calling is a life or death thing. After a decade as a corporate VP in my family's firm, eight trips to India, and a three-year battle with cancer nearly 25 years ago, I used archetypes and deprogramming harmful patterns to save my life.I was doing nearly everything wrong, in the physical, but tapped into and let go of the roots of the matter that were embedded and unconscious. And I went from dying to living practically overnight.Today I help people who love the truth more than their beliefs, and who want to serve with their life's work and be on their Hero's Journey, to de-program the beast system and stop making it easy for those trying to kill us.I host regular King Hero interviews highlighting leaders, entrepreneurs, movement makers, and lovers of freedom.

As we begin our reflections of the 250th year of our shared experiment—in the 5th season of our UNUM series—we are truly honored to bring you the current president of The American Academy of Arts & Sciences, Dr. Laurie L. Patton. Fresh from the founding of a brand new country with a Big Idea (but still in the throes of the Revolution), John Adams was among the founders of the storied American Academy of Arts & Sciences. Devoted to bringing diverse thinkers, professions and talents to the task of creating and communicating knowledge to serve this new nation, the earliest members of the Academy included George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. Its membership through these centuries are civilization's legends—like Albert Einstein, Martin Luther King and Nelson Mandela. Find the program online here. This program is part of the series in partnership with Florida Humanities — "UNUM: Democracy Reignited," a multi-year digital offering exploring the past, present and future of the American idea — as it exists on paper, in the hearts of our people, and as it manifests (or sometimes fails to manifest) in our lives. ———————————————————— The Village Square is a proud member of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it. UNUM: Democracy Reignited is made possible in partnership with Florida Humanities (Any views, findings, conclusions or recommendations expressed in this program do not necessarily represent those of Florida Humanities.)

Thank you for listening to this sermon from Fellowship Baptist Church. To learn more visit fbcpanamacity.com.

Get comfortable and find a quiet spot for this one.In this solo episode, Kim explores the powerful concept of devoted discipline and what it means to embody your future self right now, in the midst of life's chaos and challenges. Rather than waiting for perfect conditions or easier circumstances, this episode invites listeners to step into their next level identity today.The central message revolves around Kim's mantra "be her now" and becoming the person you need to be not someday, but in this present moment, amidst the noise and imperfection of everyday life. Kim guides listeners through a reflective meditation, asking them to visualize their future self in a mirror and observe her posture, calm, and quiet power. This version isn't waiting for things to settle, she's leading herself through uncertainty right now.The episode reframes discipline as an act of reverence rather than punishment and  a sacred commitment to your standards and self trust. Every micro decision and small promise kept strengthens your nervous system and teaches it who you're becoming. Kim encourages listeners to identify one small, daily standard they can hold with devotion for seven days, whether it's morning movement, journaling, or self compassion.Throughout the episode, listeners are reminded that devotion isn't built in ease but through the act of returning to yourself repeatedly. The message is clear. You're not behind, you're becoming. Your next level isn't found in perfection or control, but in presence, consistency, and devoted discipline, one choice at a time.Thank you as always for listening.Kimwww.fitzlife.ca

10/22/25 - John Bradburne's journey from England to the heart of Africa is a story unlike any other. A decorated World War II veteran and Oxford-educated poet, he spent years wandering through Europe and the Holy Land in search of God's will. His path ultimately led him to Zimbabwe, where he devoted himself to caring for men and women with Hansen's disease at the Mutemwa Leprosy Settlement. Living in a tin hut with a rosary in hand and the Eucharist at the center of his life, John restored dignity to those society had abandoned. When he refused to abandon the lepers during the Rhodesian Bush War, he was kidnapped and killed in 1979, dying as he had lived in fidelity to Christ. Today, with thousands of documented favors through his intercession, John Bradburne's cause for canonization is advancing, and he is remembered as a modern pilgrim-poet and martyr of charity.

The early church grew at a phenomenal rate. Churches are supposed to grow. This is because God's will is that every single person know him and be part of his community of love. So, a church that refuses to grow is outside the will of God. Growth is always the work of God. We're simply called to participate in what he's already doing. He builds the waves, our job is to ride them for as long as we're able. The way we do that is the way the first Christians did it: they were witnessed what Jesus had done in their lives, and they were empowered by the Holy Spirit to do so. We're called to witness and be empowered, to be empowered and to witness.  When we all do this, the potential for the growth of Jesus' church is exponential! By Ed Flint

October 19, 2025 "Living together in a way that evokes the glad song of Psalm 133 is one of the great and arduous tasks before Christ's people. Nothing requires more attention and energy. It is easier to do almost anything else" -Eugene Peterson

We must guard the personal partnerships in our lives, so our devotion to Christ is not imperiled and our usefulness to the Lord remains uncompromised.

Have you ever wondered what makes a church truly come alive? Pastor Marcus shares how a middle school visitor became a pastor through the faithful service of volunteers—the same ones now mentoring his own children. Drawing from Acts 2, he challenges our cultural obsession with climbing up by showing how Jesus calls us to serve down. Through compelling research and the touching story of Tronda and Phyllicia, Pastor Marcus reveals how serving others leads to unexpected joy and deeper connection with Christ. Whether you're seeking purpose or wondering about your next step in faith, this message offers practical wisdom for experiencing God's love through service. _________________________________¿Alguna vez te has preguntado qué hace que una iglesia cobre vida verdaderamente? El Pastor Marcus comparte cómo un visitante de secundaria se convirtió en pastor gracias al servicio fiel de voluntarios—los mismos que ahora están mentoreando a sus propios hijos. Basándose en Hechos 2, nos desafía con nuestra obsesión cultural por ascender al mostrarnos cómo Jesús nos llama a servir hacia abajo. A través de investigaciones convincentes y la conmovedora historia de Tronda y Phyllicia, el Pastor Marcus revela cómo servir a los demás conduce a una alegría inesperada y a una conexión más profunda con Cristo. Ya sea que busques propósito o te cuestiones sobre tu próximo paso en la fe, este mensaje ofrece sabiduría práctica para experimentar el amor de Dios a través del servicio.

SUNDAY SERMON SERIES – FIRST THINGS FIRST - Week 5 - DEVOTED TO LIVING GENEROUSLY

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Worship is an integral part of what it is to be human. All of us are worshippers. But the only thing worthy of our worship is the God who is infinite. Every other object of our worship will eat us alive. By contrast, worship of Father, Son and Holy Spirit, means we enter into the life the Trinity has been, is, and will always be enjoying - glorifying one another, and being glorified by one another. This worship, rather than robbing us of life, brings us to life. When we worship in Spirit (our spirits connecting with his Spirit, by means of the Holy Spirit's direction) and in Truth (directing our worship solely to Jesus, the crucified and resurrected Lord of Truth) we engage in true worship. The worship that life was meant for.  By Ed Flint

A church of Jesus in Chattanooga, Tennessee that loves God and lives in community for the sake of the city.We gather for worship on Sundays at 10am at Battle Academy (1601 Market Street).@citycollectivechatt on Instagramwww.citycollective.usinfo@citycollectivechatt.com

If you've ever felt spiritually stuck, this message reminds us that the difference isn't about how much religious activity fills your life—it's about what you've truly devoted your heart to. When the early church felt the same question—what do we do now?—they didn't add more programs or check more boxes. They devoted themselves to Scripture, community, reconciliation, and prayer. Discover how moving from dabbling to devotion can transform not just your faith, but your whole life.

If you've ever felt spiritually stuck, this message reminds us that the difference isn't about how much religious activity fills your life—it's about what you've truly devoted your heart to. When the early church felt the same question—what do we do now?—they didn't add more programs or check more boxes. They devoted themselves to Scripture, community, reconciliation, and prayer. Discover how moving from dabbling to devotion can transform not just your faith, but your whole life.

Teaching from Sunday AM service by Pastor Jeff Miles

October 5, 2025 A people saturated in the Gospel, loyal, trusting and allegiant to King Jesus are being built together in community. They'll know your my disciples by your love for one another. Community is vital, miraculous and necessary to accomplish God's rescue plan in our world today.

In this episode of Pray the Word on Acts 1:14, David Platt explains what it means to be devoted to prayer in our lives, families, and churches.Listen to our newest podcast, Everyday Radical!Explore more content from Radical.

In Luke's characterization of the early church, he describes them as having "sincere hearts"...but what does that mean? In the context of our modern culture, the definition of sincerity seems to shift depending on who you ask: is it just saying what's on your mind? Is it being "real" (whatever that means)? Does integrity have any role? Examining the story of Ruth, we see that in God's design for how to live, you cannot separate integrity and sincerity. Our sincerity costs us something in our interpersonal relationships, in that we risk being vulnerable with our true, authentic selves. It is our true authentic selves, however, that God has made us to be and He will use who we are, wherever we are.  Looking at Naomi in the story, we also see the importance of sincerity of our worship. Naomi points us to the reality that sometimes the most honest worship we can offer God is "I'm really mad at you right now". From Ruth and Naomi's story, we know that when we bring our authentic selves before God, He will use it. So we don't need to be ashamed or embarrassed of our doubts, fears, or laments -- we just need to be honest about them and let God lead wherever He's taking us. By Rebekah Covington

In this episode of the New Churches Podcast, Jeff Medders is joined by Dean Inserra, Elizabeth Woodson, and Will Basham to explore what healthy, gospel-centered community looks like, highlighting fellowship, shared meals, generosity, and authenticity as key elements The post Devoted to Fellowship appeared first on New Churches.