Podcast appearances and mentions of Jonathan Walker

For our last podcast episode of the year, we hosted Kaleb Moore and Jonathan Walker of Prestonwood Baptist Church. They talk about leadership and preparation during Christmas, how to care for our own souls during the busiest seasons of the year, and approaching Christmas from a missional posture. Find resources for Prestonwood Worship on MultiTracks.com.Follow us @multitracks // @multitracksgospel // @leadworshipwellwww.multitracks.com

Imagine, you finally “met the one” and are now engaged to be married. As the days approach, and the plans are made for your celebration, your betrothed comes bearing shocking news…She's pregnant and you're not the father! What would you feel at this moment? How would you respond in the hours and days ahead? What would it take for you to still trust, to respond in faith, and to believe the best? Join me this week as we get a glimpse into one man's journey of faith and faithfulness. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

Nobody likes a critic! At least nobody I know loves to be criticized, but how can I know the difference between criticism and genuine caring and concern? Is it possible that we hear what we feel rather than what was said? This week we're going to unpack the art and the benefit of inviting correction and direction into our lives without opening ourselves up to abuse in our relationships. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Learn more about us at https://churchak.org

How should we respond when we feel misunderstood and overlooked, especially by those in spiritual leadership? Is it possible that our own unmet expectations of others may be the root of many hurts and wounds we've experienced? The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

Believe it or not the 2024 Presidential Election is going to come to an end this coming week! By the way, so is our series “Patriot Games”. This Sunday we will wrap up answering the question, “What should we do when the ballots are counted?” Will we still be on the mission of God when the media noise stops? The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

Claire chatted to Jonathan Walker from Innovate UK about translating robotics research into the commercial sector. Jonathan Walker is the Innovation Lead for Robotics and Sensors at Innovate UK. He is working with government, universities, businesses and cross-sector teams to accelerate the development and uptake of robotics in the UK. Areas of particular interest are the built environment, circular economy, and helping people live independently for longer. Jonathan wants to support these themes through cluster development, funded collaborative R&D, skills programs from school outreach, apprenticeships and T-levels to CDTs, business support and leveraging private investment. Join the Robot Talk community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ClaireAsher

How do I best align my vote with God's kingdom? We can't answer that question for you. You actually have to wrestle with it on your own. What we're encouraging you to do is wrestle with it in an informed way. As a follower of Jesus, as a citizens of heaven, we bear the responsibility to bring every area of our life and our thoughts to the person of Jesus. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

Saved with a Purpose - Jonathan Walker by R8 Church

THE GATES OF HELL WILL NOT PREVAIL. This Sunday we will begin gearing up for what's to come next week. We'll be taking a deep dive into our passion for missions and the role each of us plays in making the name of Jesus great at home and around the world. The fields are ready for harvest, and it's time for us to step out in faith and embrace our calling! The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

Influence changes lives—but it's risky. Paul boldly engaged his world, and Stephen's faith cost him everything. Both made a lasting impact that still speaks today. Are you ready to embrace the risks of influence? The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

“Incarnation”…the very word makes me think of Christmas and Christmas Eve services. The moment God entered into our world in the form of baby. God became flesh and bone! But, what if this wasn't the first time God had shown up in sacrificial skin? What if the Incarnation wasn't a one time event, and what if it was still happening? This week we begin our new series “The Chosen and The Church” and we're going to explore how from Sinai to the Son of God, He has been making His “dwelling among His people!” The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

This week we're wrapping up our "Community Is" series. We are going to be looking at the things that kill community, people who are the pillars of the Christian community, and how to value those individuals. Personally, I'm super excited about what this week has because we're talking about what community is and how it should be the most compelling thing about the Christian life. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

To experience deep connections in a community a shared vision and purpose are critical. When we have a common purpose we should also be moved to become participants not just spectators. A Christian community isn't just intended to be a place of connection; it should also be a place where we're contributing. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

The Christian community has gotten a pretty bad rap over the years (sometimes rightfully so), but what if this perception has more to do with false expectations than our actual failings? What is Christian community, what is it intended to produce and how does it thrive? The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

How do you begin again when it seems as though you've lost everything? What if those things you see as loss, failure, or hopelessness could be the very things God sees as gain and glory in Him and for your future? This week Israel is going to discover that God has the ability to recover everything we perceive as lost…and then some! The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

What if God stopped speaking because we weren't listening? Would He still be speaking to me… you… us? When idolatry and injustice rule in a nation or in an individual, the consequences can be devastating. Yet, God faithfully warns us when we go astray and graciously forgives when we repent…too bad Israel had to discover this the hard way! The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

It is often in the darkest places that we feel the most hopeless and helpless. Sometimes we can see how we got ourselves there, but it can be very uniquely challenging to see how we can get ourselves out. This week we will take a look at a marriage that is a mess, and the message that God is delivering through it…Hope is on the way!! The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

If you grew up in "church world," there are a handful of stories every Sunday School teacher loved to tell. Among all the flannel graph Bible stories, "Daniel and the Lions' Den" is definitely near the top of the list! I often find that the most familiar stories contain hidden treasures that can be missed in the repetitive retelling of them. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

Dangerous Dreamers: Living A Life of Dangerous Dreams & Victorious Vision What will we do with the wisdom and the warnings of the "watchmen on the wall”? Week One: The Great Awakening, Thrones and Bones - Ezekiel 1 & 37 Week Two: The Furnace & the Fangs, Faith & Favor - Daniel 3 & 6 Week Three: The Ultimate Plan, Kings & Kingdoms - Daniel 2 & 7 The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

I want to serve. I want to show the love of Jesus to others. I want to make a tangible difference in the world around me. BUT…with so many needs and so little time how do I know when and what I should do? This week, we will unpack the process of making what we say we believe in our hearts, matter in our communities. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

Let's embrace our summer rhythms by being the church wherever we are, whether working or playing. Check out a few of our major upcoming events below, and join us in loving, living, and leading like Jesus as we MAKE IT LOCAL together. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

The DOW dropped 500 points in April. This also happened in 1987. The difference is that in 1987, this was a 22.6% drop and last month it was only a 1.4% decline. Today, Ira and Jonathan Walker talk about an article from Jason Zweig called The Volatility Illusion. This article highlights a trick that the financial news media uses to create the illusion of unstable markets—reporting on the magnitude of market changes, while never mentioning the percentage of change. Listen along as these two advisors talk about how the kind of information investors get on television and through news outlets doesn't teach investors about how investing actually works. For more information about what we do or how we can help you, schedule a 15-minute call with us here: paulwinkler.com/call.

The invitation of Jesus is far more than an invitation to “get saved”, it is an invitation to follow Him, even into the fire. Maybe you've wondered why that seems so hard, or maybe you've wondered why it's so important. This week we're going to discover that Jesus' desire for us was fatal to Him and discuss why this must lead to the same fatal attraction in us. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

"Everybody, everybody wants to be loved"…but everybody also gives and receives love differently. I often hear people say “You love God your way and I love God my way.”, but what if God also has a love language? This week we're going to unpack some of the mysteries of the universe as we dig into part two of our “He Gets Us” series. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

While it is true and certainly encouraging that Jesus “gets us”, it is probably just as important to ask ourselves the question “Do we get Him?" What is Jesus like and what does He like? Here we go into our new series this week! The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

Renowned African American tenor and educator Jonathan Walker-VanKuren continues to leave an indelible mark on the world of music, both on stage and in the classroom. With a diverse repertoire spanning jazz, musical theatre, art song, and opera, Walker-VanKuren has captivated audiences with his powerful voice and versatile performances. Currently serving as Assistant Professor of Voice and Artist Teacher of Studio Voice and Music Theatre at Lebanon Valley College, Walker-VanKuren balances his teaching duties with a busy schedule of recitals and operatic performances. His influence extends far beyond the college walls, as evidenced by the success of his students who have gone on to pursue music at prestigious institutions such as Texas A&M, Michigan State University, and Belmont University. Recent highlights from Walker-VanKuren's performing career include his roles as Thamar in Opera Southwest's revival production of "Ali Baba," as well as captivating portrayals of the Witch in "Hansel and Gretel," Don Jose in "La tragédie de Carmen," Fenton in "Falstaff," Nelson in "Porgy and Bess," and Beppe in "Il Pagliacci." And in a testament to Lebanon Valley College's commitment to inclusivity and accessibility, the Music Theatre department is set to host a sensory-friendly performance of "Tuck Everlasting" on Saturday, April 6, at 1 p.m. in Leedy Theatre inside the Allan W. Mund College Center. This initiative aims to provide a welcoming environment for individuals with sensory needs or other social, cognitive, and/or physical challenges, allowing them to enjoy the magic of live theatre. What To Expect: Audiences attending the sensory-friendly performance can expect several modifications to enhance their experience, including keeping the lights dimmed throughout the show, reducing overall sound levels, and eliminating potentially overwhelming elements such as strobe lights and intense sound effects. Additionally, the cast and crew will adjust their interactions with the audience to ensure a comfortable atmosphere for all attendees. To further support guests, a staffed quiet area will be available in the lobby for those who may need a break during the performance. Audience members are also encouraged to bring their own comfort objects and support items to personalize their experience and make the most of this unique theatrical event. Through his dedication to both his craft and his students, Jonathan Walker-VanKuren continues to inspire and uplift aspiring musicians while fostering a culture of inclusivity and accessibility in the performing arts. As the curtain rises on this sensory-friendly performance, it serves as a shining example of the transformative power of music and the boundless potential for artistic expression to unite and uplift us all.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I've been thinking a lot on a passage of scripture from John 20:11-18 lately. It says: Having said this, she turned around and saw Jesus standing, but she did not know that it was Jesus. Jesus said to her, “Woman, why are you weeping? Whom are you seeking?” Supposing him to be the gardener, she said to him, “Sir, if you have carried him away, tell me where you have laid him, and I will take him away." All week long I've had the thought that it is possible for us to completely miss Jesus, even when He's been standing right in front of us all along! I'm praying that each of us are able to “see” our Savior as more than a gardener because of the reality of the resurrection! The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

Although Jesus is never too late, He often delays longer than we like. If you've ever been in a season of suffering you probably know exactly what I'm talking about. This week we will unpack the story of a dead man walking and discover that Jesus never misses an opportunity even though we may miss His purpose. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp  

In a world that is so sexually charged, confused, and conflicted, the “Song of Songs” stands out as a display of passionate, emotion-filled, sexually charged, AND God honoring poetry. This week we unpack one of the most neglected books of the Bible. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

Most of our lives we have been encouraged to confront our fears and overcome them. Every now and then it's worth taking a moment and questioning conventional wisdom. For example, I've always wanted to ride a grizzly bear. So, should I just confront my fear of being mauled to death and hop on the next one I see? Maybe there is some wisdom in maintaining a healthy sense of fear. The author of Ecclesiastes certainly seems to think so, especially when the results of fearlessness could be fatal! The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

“Smoke and mist, everything is meaningless!” Talk about your mid-winter pick me up…Welcome to the book of Ecclesiastes! Believe it or not, this jewel in the Old Testament is filled with unbelievably relevant wisdom for our world right now. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

This Sunday, hear from Campus Pastors on how your location will be joining in our Vision 2024. We have one vision across all of our campuses yet each location, with its unique personality, accomplishes this in a variety of ways. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

Growing Pains… Over the past several months our Elders, Campus Pastors, Staff, and I have been praying, planning, and preparing for what we believe the Lord has in store for Church on the Rock in 2024!! I couldn't be more excited to be able to share upcoming shifts, successions, and strategies with you across all our campuses over these next two weeks! The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

On this episode, learn more about abolitionist Jonathan Walker, known as the “Branded Hand”, because of a punishment he received for attempting to rescue 7 enslaved laborers in 1844. Hannah Elder, the Associate Reference Librarian for Rights and Reproductions at the MHS, and Katherine Fein, a PhD candidate in the Department of Art History & Archaeology at Columbia University, join us as we discuss how abolitionists harnessed the new technology of photography to showcase the brutality of the system of slavery. Learn more about episode objects here: https://www.masshist.org/podcast/season-3-episode-3-branded-hand  Email us at podcast@masshist.org. Episode Special Guests:  Katherine Fein is a PhD candidate in the Department of Art History & Archaeology at Columbia University. Her article about the daguerreotype of Jonathan Walker's branded hand was published in Oxford Art Journal. Hannah Elder, Associate Reference Librarian for Rights and Reproductions, has been with the MHS since 2018. She holds a BA in Anthropology from the University of Maine and an MLIS from Simmons University. Her historical interests include the history of the book, queer history, and the lived experiences of ordinary women. This episode uses materials from: Belted Kingfisher by Chad Crouch (Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International)       Psychic by Dominic Giam of Ketsa Music (licensed under a commercial non-exclusive license by the Massachusetts Historical Society through Ketsa.uk)       Curious Nature by Dominic Giam of Ketsa Music (licensed under a commercial non-exclusive license by the Massachusetts Historical Society through Ketsa.uk)

If you did not grow up in “church world”, or even if you did, prayer can seem rather mysterious. Is it a monologue or is it a dialogue? How do I “hear” God speak? Why does He answer sometimes and not others? This week, we are in part two of our series “Stay Hungry” and are raising the question, is God worthy of praise even when we're experiencing pain? I look forward to unpacking the difference between giving God praise and expressing our gratitude. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

The Jewish people had waited more than 750 years for Emmanuel, “God with us”. A baby born of a virgin and King of the Jews, had arrived and the questions on everyone's mind were: Will the Deliverer actually deliver on the promises of the prophets? Will the Messiah meet our expectations? By the way, what do you do when the Lord doesn't live up to your list of expectations? The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

This Sunday concludes our teaching series on the Book of Proverbs with the topic of generosity and greed. Here's a few questions you may ask for a friend: Can it be greedy to give? What is the difference between greed and being frugal? Can I be too generous? Can my generosity rob others? These may be hard questions but fortunately we can find the answers in the wisdom of Proverbs. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

I don't know what you think about all those rich men north of Richmond, but I do know that the Proverbs have a lot to say about wealth and poverty. This week we are asking “Is wealth a sign of God's blessing?” and if so, then “Is poverty a sign of God's displeasure?” What do the scriptures say about wealth and poverty and how do we separate our Christian cultural ideas from biblical teaching? I'm Glad You Asked…. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

Grace is on the table. With generations of Christ's followers, we come to the Lord's table with profound gratitude for grace. How will this time of gratitude change the way we live? Paul taught the Corinthians that our gratefulness for grace empowers us to overcome sin. Message based on 2 Corinthians 4:15; 1 Corinthians 10:13-17Quotes:Tim Chester writes:  Paul talks about “the table of the Lord” in 1 Corinthians 10:21. We are hosted by Jesus. In the New Testament it is not the bread that is the host (of Jesus) but Jesus who is the host (of us). So the host is not on the table but at the table—it is, after all, the Lord's Table. For Jesus is present by the Holy Spirit, and he invites us to eat with him as an act of friendship and a sign of love. The people who serve are simply Jesus's way of getting the bread from the table into your hands.J. I. Packer:  Christian fellowship is two-dimensional, and it has to be vertical before it can be horizontal…The person who is not in fellowship with the Father and the Son is no Christian at all, and so cannot share with Christians the realities of their fellowship.Dietrich Bonhoeffer: Baptism incorporates us into the unity of the Body of Christ, and the Lord's supper fosters and sustains our fellowship and communion … in that Body.Robert Holdain: Until a sin is mortified in conscience it cannot be mortified in the flesh." Until I know I am pardoned by the grace of God, I have no strength to fight the sin. But when I know God has forgiven me, he releases me from the guilt of my sin, and the power to fight it comes.John Greenleaf Whittier wrote a poem about Jonathan Walker"Then lift that manly right hand, bold ploughman of the wave!Its' branded palm shall prophesy, ' Salvation to the slave'."Duane Brooks: Jesus had scars in his palms, too. By grace, we live in the freedom of God's forgiveness. To discover more messages of hope go to tallowood.org/sermons/.Follow us on Instagram, X, and YouTube @tallowoodbc.Follow us on FaceBook @tallowoodbaptist

“Hi, Ho, Hi, Ho, It's off to work we go!” If we're entirely honest, it doesn't matter how chipper the Seven Dwarves seemed to be about work, most of us are not whistling our way to the workplace! In fact, many of us spend our lives working with the express goal of getting out of work one day. The scriptures have a lot to say about work…and about laziness. What if our work were about something more than retirement and our labor was leading us to the Lord? The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

 It’s hard to imagine a writer who has had as enduring an impact on the English language as William Shakespeare. Phrases like “neither rhyme nor reason,” “too much of a good thing,” or “It’s Greek to me,” color our language today centuries after the playwright immortalized them with quill and paper. But many of these linguistic contributions would have been lost to history were it not for the First Folio. Published in 1623, seven years after his death, it contains three dozen of Shakespeare’s plays, half of which were never printed in his lifetime.   To honor the 400th anniversary of the First Folio, a monthslong celebration is taking place across Portland. It includes a variety of live performances; an exhibit at the Central Library; film screenings of Romeo and Juliet and other adapted works; and free public talks that draw cultural points of contact with Shakespeare-era England. Jonathan Walker, a professor of English at Portland State University, joins us to talk about creating and organizing “Shakespeare’s First Folio: 1623-2023,” which runs through May.  

I've never heard someone say "I wish I had less wisdom." However, true wisdom isn't something everyone has. Proverbs 1:7a says "The fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge." Let's learn how to cultivate wisdom according to Proverbs. The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead in Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp

It is amazing how easy it is to fixate on what needs to be fixed! Thankfulness is often easily overshadowed by challenges in our lives. My sister-in-law wrote a little song when she was a kid. We sing it in our house fairly often… “Don't look at the donut hole, don't look at the donut hole, don't look at the donut hole and you'll be fine. Just look at the donut, Just look at the donut, Just look at the donut and you'll be alright!” I didn't say it was good, but it is powerful when you think about it! The heartbeat of Church on the Rock is to help people discover how they can LOVE God and LOVE one another, LIVE with passion, purpose and freedom, and LEAD others to this same experience in Jesus. We simply say, “helping others Love, Live, and Lead like Jesus". Let's Connect here: https://churchak.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/84/responses/new Learn more about us at https://churchak.org If you enjoyed our teaching and would like to donate to our ministries go here: https://pushpay.com/g/churchak?src=hpp