Podcasts about life group

What if the foundation of your faith was stronger than you ever imagined? Join Pastor Josh Howerton and renowned apologist Dr. Frank Turek for a deep, energizing conversation that tackles some of the biggest questions about Christianity. They explore the explosive growth of the early church, evidence for Jesus' resurrection, and tackle tough questions about atheism, moral law, the Big Bang theory, and Muslim conquests. You'll also hear about Dr. Turek's personal journey, the challenges he faced standing for truth, and why a life built on Christ offers unshakable hope. Whether you're wrestling with doubts or looking to deepen your faith, this conversation will remind you that Christianity isn't blind belief—it's anchored in powerful, historical reality.

NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca

Sermon: 烏合之眾與精銳之師 The Crowd & The SWAT Series: 神完美的僕人 God's Perfect Servant Speaker: 張國強牧師 Rev. Jeremiah Cheung Scripture: 馬可福音 Mark 3:7-19 Translated to English by Sis. Sarah Lim 教會成員通常分為兩類：「臨時」信徒，因臨時原因去教堂；以及「忠實信徒」，他們尋求神的國度並願意為其做出貢獻。本週，張國強牧師鼓勵我們要努力做忠心的信徒，加深對神的認識，向世人傳揚福音。 Churchgoers generally fall into two groups: the "casual" attendees, who come for temporal reasons, and the ""faithful,"" who seek God's kingdom and are willing to contribute to it. This week, Rev. Jeremiah Cheung encourages us to strive to be faithful followers, deepen our understanding of God, and spread the Gospel to the world. Sermon Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wRUGXlisaatAyTLFzujMsDRxw2_DJ3Sf/view?usp=drive_link On our website: https://cbcp.org/blog/2025/04/13/the-crowd-the-swat/ Join a Life Group: https://cbcp.org/lifegroups Find an event: https://cbcp.org/events Learn how to give: https://cbcp.org/giving Website: https://cbcp.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/cbcponline YouTube: https://youtube.com/cbcponline Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/cbcponline Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbcponline

Sermon: A Dynamic Discipleship Series: God's Perfect Servant Speaker: Ptr. Jared Co Scripture: Mark 3:7-19 Discipleship can be tricky because it involves close, personal mentoring relationships, i.e., life-on-life relationships. This week, Pastor Jared Co reminds us that Jesus provides us the wisdom and freedom to disciple one another. The ultimate goal is to lead many to become genuine followers of Christ, all while respecting each individual's unique traits and circumstances. Sermon Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1S-8e5YLv_zMrprpgLmrmS3P_wUvPaGGn/view?usp=drive_link On our website: https://cbcp.org/blog/2025/04/13/a-dynamic-discipleship/ Join a Life Group: https://cbcp.org/lifegroups Find an event: https://cbcp.org/events Learn how to give: https://cbcp.org/giving Website: https://cbcp.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/cbcponline YouTube: https://youtube.com/cbcponline Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/cbcponline Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbcponline

Sermon: Ang Pagpili Ni Christ for Us to Serve in Ministry Series: God's Perfect Servant Speaker: Rev. Michael Cariño Scripture: Mark 3:7-19 Sadyang pinili ni Kristo ang Kanyang mga unang apostol upang makibahagi sa Kanyang ministeryo, at ngayon, sadyang pinili Niya ang bawat isa sa atin para sa parehong layunin. Sa linggong ito, tatalakayin ni Rev. Mike Cariño ang paraan ng ministeryo ni Kristo, simula sa Panginoon, kasunod ang mga mananampalataya, hanggang sa ministeryo mismo. Christ deliberately chose His first apostles to share in His ministry, and today, He is as deliberate in selecting each of us for the same purpose. This week, Rev. Mike Cariño discusses Christ's approach to ministry, starting with the Master, followed by the believer, and then the ministry itself. Sermon Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Wc4zsCDdcx5f50uS5fHz5770I9cooTJY/view?usp=drive_link On our website: https://cbcp.org/blog/2025/04/13/ang-pagpili-ni-christ-for-us-to-serve-in-ministry/ Join a Life Group: https://cbcp.org/lifegroups Find an event: https://cbcp.org/events Learn how to give: https://cbcp.org/giving Website: https://cbcp.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/cbcponline YouTube: https://youtube.com/cbcponline Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/cbcponline Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbcponline

Gardens: The Garden Tomb Join us as we prepare for Easter with our series - Gardens

NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca

Gardens: Gethsemane Join us as we prepare for Easter with our series - Gardens

In this two-week series, we will explore the profound commandment of Jesus to "love your neighbor as yourself." Drawing from the heart of the Gospel, we will examine what it truly means to embody love in our daily interactions, fostering a spirit of compassion and generosity. Through biblical teachings and practical applications, we will discover how loving our neighbors can transform not only our lives but also the lives of those around us.Join us as we embark on this journey of discovering what it means to be "Like A Good Neighbor" in our everyday lives!NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca

Sermon: 更美的犧牲 The Better Sacrifice Series: 38th Anniversary Celebration Speaker: 張國強牧師 Rev. Jeremiah Cheung Scripture: 希伯來書 Hebrews 11:4 Translated to English by Sis. Poshan Dy 該隱和亞伯的故事是聖經中最早的向上帝獻祭的記載，上帝更喜歡亞伯的獻祭而不是該隱的獻祭。在這個週年紀念日，張國強牧師將探討是什麼讓亞伯的犧牲更蒙神悅納，以及我們教會如何效法祂的榜樣。 The story of Cain and Abel is the earliest biblical account of making sacrifices to God, in which God accepted Abel's offering and rejected Cain's. This Anniversary Sunday, Rev. Jeremiah Cheung will lead us to reflect on why Abel's offering pleased God and how we, as a church, can follow his example. Sermon Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1JYSbzHHY0mHMVbr-Mix4y_iwimUdRcsj/view?usp=drive_link On our website: https://cbcp.org/blog/2025/04/06/the-better-sacrifice/ Join a Life Group: https://cbcp.org/lifegroups Find an event: https://cbcp.org/events Learn how to give: https://cbcp.org/giving Website: https://cbcp.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/cbcponline YouTube: https://youtube.com/cbcponline Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/cbcponline Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbcponline

Enjoy this devotional given by Katerina Toland, one of our very own sophomore girls and student leaders here at HSM!

Enjoy this devotional given by Katerina Toland, one of our very own sophomore girls and student leaders here at HSM!

Sermon: 誰來教導信二代? Who Will Teach the Second Generation? Series: Family Sunday Speaker: 張國強牧師 Rev. Jeremiah Cheung Scripture: 申命記 Deuteronomy 6:1-9 Translated to English by Elder Stanley Sy 在猶太文化，「示瑪」 是猶太人 家庭信仰的宣言。在這個家庭主日，張牧師鼓勵各家庭在家中刻意營造屬靈的氛圍，透過日常生活的行為，向家人展現他們的信心。 In Jewish culture, "Shema" is the declaration of faith for Jewish families. On this Family Sunday, Rev. Jeremiah Cheung invites us to intentionally create a spiritual atmosphere at home—living out our faith and setting an example for our family members through our actions and behaviors in daily life. Sermon Notes: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1QpXqBmEugVUWXCC7iuBtkI428MOljlVw/view?usp=drive_link On our website: https://cbcp.org/blog/2025/03/30/who-will-teach-the-second-generation/ Join a Life Group: https://cbcp.org/lifegroups Find an event: https://cbcp.org/events Learn how to give: https://cbcp.org/giving Website: https://cbcp.org Facebook: https://facebook.com/cbcponline YouTube: https://youtube.com/cbcponline Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/cbcponline Instagram: https://instagram.com/cbcponline

Gardens: Eden Join us as we prepare for Easter with our new series - Gardens

What happens when spiritual compromise becomes the norm and how can we confront it with truth and grace? Pastors Josh Howerton and Carlos Erazo welcome Pamela Baltazar for a powerful conversation rooted in Revelation 2 and the challenge to the church in Thyatira. They unpack the biblical warnings against the Jezebel spirit and explore how its subtle influences show up today in culture, the church, and even personal relationships.    From feminism and gender roles to the redefining of marriage and truth, no topic is off limits as they contrast biblical conviction with cultural confusion. This episode is both bold and deeply pastoral—calling us toward holiness, repentance, and God's beautiful design for men and women.  

In the Journey to the Cross series, Pastor JP highlights Jesus' time in Gethsemane as a moment of deep surrender and trust in God's plan. He reveals how Jesus, though in anguish, fully submitted to the Father's will, setting the path for our salvation through His obedience. Jesus trusted the Father in His greatest sufferingJesus trusted the Father in His greatest temptationIn suffering and temptation, Jesus prayed and obeyed Life Group questions:1. In Gethsemane, Jesus prayed, “Not my will, but Yours be done.” What does this teach us about surrendering to God's will in our own struggles and decisions?2. The disciples struggled to stay awake while Jesus prayed. How can we stay spiritually alert in our daily lives, and what are some distractions that keep us from seeking God in prayer?3. Jesus trusted the Father even in His deepest anguish. How can His example help us navigate seasons of suffering or uncertainty with faith?

In the Journey to the Cross series, Pastor JP highlights Jesus' time in Gethsemane as a moment of deep surrender and trust in God's plan. He reveals how Jesus, though in anguish, fully submitted to the Father's will, setting the path for our salvation through His obedience. Jesus trusted the Father in His greatest sufferingJesus trusted the Father in His greatest temptationIn suffering and temptation, Jesus prayed and obeyed Life Group questions:1. In Gethsemane, Jesus prayed, “Not my will, but Yours be done.” What does this teach us about surrendering to God's will in our own struggles and decisions?2. The disciples struggled to stay awake while Jesus prayed. How can we stay spiritually alert in our daily lives, and what are some distractions that keep us from seeking God in prayer?3. Jesus trusted the Father even in His deepest anguish. How can His example help us navigate seasons of suffering or uncertainty with faith?

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In this two-week series, we will explore the profound commandment of Jesus to "love your neighbor as yourself." Drawing from the heart of the Gospel, we will examine what it truly means to embody love in our daily interactions, fostering a spirit of compassion and generosity. Through biblical teachings and practical applications, we will discover how loving our neighbors can transform not only our lives but also the lives of those around us.Join us as we embark on this journey of discovering what it means to be "Like A Good Neighbor" in our everyday lives!NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca

The Life Group as a Human Form or Collective Person The human form is the Divine form, and is that which comes into being as the only possible expression of the Lord's life within those He is creating. This means that on the largest or smallest scale of creation all is organised or strives towards a more complete and thereby perfect, human form. In Heaven and Hell 73 it's explained that “Heaven in its whole complex resembles one man, as does any one society in heaven. From the sequence of reasons there set forth, it follows that this is equally true of each angel. As heaven is man in the greatest form, and a society of heaven in a less form, so is an angel in the least form. For, in the most perfect form such as that of heaven is, there is a likeness of the whole in the part and of the part in the whole”    Although we can relate to being supported by the Text at the level of our personal work, the idea that we are part of a collective human being that takes form as we meet together can be rather abstract, and difficult to grasp. The descriptions of heaven as a Grand Human composed of countless societies, with each society being a fully functioning human form composed of individual angels, provides an illustration of how the group can be, and of our function and use in it. This requires a perceptual shift where our sense of person expands from being limited to a single individual to incorporate many individuals functioning as one, in support of a common use. Expanding our sense of what actually constitutes a human being is important to contemplate and asks where our sense of self sits in relation to that. Logopraxis group life is concerned to provide an environment that leads us towards an ever-deepening sense of the Lord in our collective midst, as the Word. The more conscious we are of working - not only for ourselves, but for others in the group, and for the group as a whole - the deeper will become our sense of spiritual community; and the spiritual literacy skills and methods discussed throughout the Workbook are very much part of this shift in environment. The Lord is looking to be present in our midst, and He is present when the things of the Word are made the basis for our being together. The collective human that forms when a Life Group meets together is brought into being as we share our direct experience of the Word working in our lives; forming a sacred space where the Word can be known as the Lord.               “By the Lord's name is meant the Word, for the Lord is the Word” (Arcana Coelestia 5502; John 1:1) In the very act of meeting, what we bring from our experience of the Word's operation in our life becomes a live conjoining presence, creating connections: Between individuals in the group Between the group and the spiritual world Between the group and the Lord It is this lived experience of the Word, when shared with others, that serves as the soul or life of the group. It's what connects each to the other. Arcana Colestia 7359 Spirits from thence came to me, and applied themselves to my left temple, and there breathed on me with their speech, but I did not understand it. It was soft in its flow, nor do I remember ever to have perceived a softer, it being like the softest aura. It breathed first upon the left temple, and the left ear from above; and the breathing extended thence to the left eye, and by little and little to the right, and then flowed downward, especially from the left eye, to the lips; and when it was at the lips, it entered through the mouth, and by a way within the mouth, in fact by the Eustachian tube, into the brain. When the breathing came thither, I then understood their speech, and it was given me to talk with them. While they were talking with me I observed that my lips moved, and my tongue also a little, because of the correspondence of interior speech with exterior. Exterior speech is that of articulate sound falling toward the external...

What if your compromise isn't as subtle as you think?   Pastors Josh Howerton, Carlos Erazo, and Paul Lewis have a powerful conversation inspired by the letter to the church in Pergamum, and things get real. From uncovering the historical and spiritual weight of Satan's throne to the bizarre links between ancient temples, Roman emperors, and even Nazi Germany, this conversation exposes the enemy's recycled tactics across history. They dive into how antichrists rise, how false teaching creeps in, and how spiritual authority is either claimed—or forfeited. It's all about courage over compromise, spiritual clarity, and reclaiming the dominion God intended. Plus, they explore topics like IVF, spiritual warfare, and the nicknames only the Father can give.   This one will stretch your mind, stir your faith, and help you see the unseen battles all around.  

Lord of the Sabbath In this stand alone sermon, Pastor Austin unpacks how Jesus redefined the Sabbath—not as a list of restrictions, but as a gift of renewal and relationship with God. When the Pharisees accused Jesus' disciples of breaking the Sabbath by picking grain, Jesus challenged their rigid rules and revealed the true heart of Sabbath rest. By looking at His response, we'll discover how Sabbath is meant to bring freedom, not burden, and how we can embrace its true purpose in our own lives. ABOUT US Life Foursquare is a vibrant, diverse, community of believers in Decatur, Illinois that Love God, Love People, and are committed to Making Jesus Known We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this series! Let us know what's going on in your life, any prayer needs, or just connect with us by emailing office@visitlife.org! NEXT STEPS Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? Let us know! Text "Isaidyes" to 217-952-1447 If you need prayer--we want to partner with you! Text "prayer" to 217--952-1447. Looking for a place to serve? Find an area that you would like to volunteer in & sign up below: foursquare.life/serve Find Godly community & join a Life Group www.foursquare.life/lifegroups STAY CONNECTED Life Foursquare Church Website: www.Foursquare.Life Instagram + Facebook @LifeFoursquare GIVE To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: www.foursquare.life/giving • Text any dollar amount to 84321 to give. • Give through the Church Center App, and selecting Life Foursquare Church in Decatur Illinois #LifeFoursquareChurch #Foursquare #sermon #preaching #onlinechurch #livesermon #bible #theology

NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca

Have you ever wondered why suffering seems to shape us more than success? This week, we dive deep into the power of perseverance, faith, and finding purpose in the trials we face.   As we explore the letter to the church in Smyrna, we're reminded that hardship isn't the end of the story—it's often the beginning of something deeper. Together with Pastors Mike Breaux, Marc McCartney, and Carlos Erazo, we unpack how God uses suffering and persecution to refine our faith and draw us closer to Him.    We also discuss how moral failures and their consequences can be a part of the journey, calling us to repentance and growth. Whether you're in the middle of a storm or walking alongside someone who is, this conversation will encourage you to hold on to the hope we have in Christ.  

Sabbath: Why is the Sabbath so Important? In this series, we explore the biblical journey of Sabbath—from creation to Christ—revealing it as more than a day of rest but a rhythm of trust, worship, and renewal in God's presence. Join us as we rediscover Sabbath as a sacred gift that restores our souls and shapes our lives today! ABOUT US Life Foursquare is a vibrant, diverse, community of believers in Decatur, Illinois that Love God, Love People, and are committed to Making Jesus Known We would love to hear how God is touching your life through this series! Let us know what's going on in your life, any prayer needs, or just connect with us by emailing office@visitlife.org! NEXT STEPS Have you made the decision to follow Jesus? Let us know! Text "Isaidyes" to 217-952-1447 If you need prayer--we want to partner with you! Text "prayer" to 217--952-1447. Looking for a place to serve? Find an area that you would like to volunteer in & sign up below: foursquare.life/serve Find Godly community & join a Life Group www.foursquare.life/lifegroups STAY CONNECTED Life Foursquare Church Website: www.Foursquare.Life Instagram + Facebook @LifeFoursquare GIVE To support this ministry and help us continue to reach people all around the world, click here: www.foursquare.life/giving • Text any dollar amount to 84321 to give. • Give through the Church Center App, and selecting Life Foursquare Church in Decatur Illinois #LifeFoursquareChurch #Foursquare #sermon #preaching #onlinechurch #livesermon #bible #theology

We are taking a quick road trip through one of the most important books of the New Testament: The Book of Romans. From grappling with our own brokenness to learning how to live in the Spirit, this series invites you to discover what it really means to be a follower of Jesus. Join us as we navigate this road together, gaining insight and inspiration from one of the most profound letters in scripture.•NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca

Over the coming months and through our study of the book of Hebrews, we aim to meditate frequently on the glory of Jesus Christ. May our souls be revived by a constant view of his glory - in this book which invites us to consider Christ Jesus, the exalted Savior of weary pilgrims like us. This week we look to Hebrews 1:1-4.“The radiance in the substance of God is so mighty that it hurts our eyes until it shines on us in Christ.”“Make up your mind that to behold the glory of God by beholding the glory of Christ is the greatest privilege which is given to believers in this life…Let us regard it as our duty to meditate frequently on his glory. It is the neglect of meditation that keeps so many Christians in a feeble state…A constant view of the glory of Christ will revive our souls and cause our spiritual lives to flourish and thrive. Our souls will be revived by the transforming power with which beholding Christ is always accompanied.”Life Group discussion questions available: lifechurchnc.com/sermonsLife Church exists to glorify God by making disciples who treasure Christ, grow together, and live on mission. Salisbury, NCFollow us online:lifechurchnc.comFacebookInstagramYouTubeTwitter

Welcome to a bonus episode of the Life.Church podcast. Today, you'll hear an interview with Pastor Craig Groeschel about his newest book, The Benefit of Doubt. This conversation is the final part of a four part series on doubt from the You've Heard It Said podcast. We can spend our whole lives looking for clarity and concrete answers and unintentionally miss having a personal relationship with Jesus. In this conversation with Pastor Craig Groeschel, we'll learn how our doubts can help us have a deeper faith.Use the Conversation Guide to discuss this episode with your LifeGroup: https://go2.lc/YHISGuide82ABOUT THIS PODCASTYou've Heard It Said is a podcast created by Life.Church to spark conversations to help us live more like Jesus. We hope that you'll listen to the podcast and then talk about it with others. Learn more at https://life.church/yhisYou can subscribe to You've Heard It Said wherever you listen to podcasts or watch full video episodes on the Life.Church YouTube Channel. ABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at a Life.Church location throughout the United States or globally online at https://www.live.life.churchFind locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/appFIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/life.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/life.churchTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifechurchYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@life.churchCONNECT WITH PASTOR CRAIGYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/craiggroeschelFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/craiggroeschelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/craiggroeschelTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craiggroeschel#lifechurch #yhispodcast #doubt

We can spend our whole lives looking for clarity and concrete answers and unintentionally miss having a personal relationship with Jesus. In this conversation with Pastor Craig, we'll learn how our doubts can help us have a deeper faith. Use the Conversation Guide to discuss this episode with your LifeGroup: https://go2.lc/YHISGuide82

Excerpt from the Logopraxis Workbook: Loving the Neighbour & Practising Charity To be in the effort to hear the Lord in another person is one aspect of what it means to love the neighbour, or what is of the Lord in another. To listen consciously is not about judging whether their state is of the Lord or not. It is about attending to the thoughts and affections within our own state, in response to what is being shared. We're watching for the thoughts and affections that want to judge, condemn, criticise, praise, analyse and solve rather than simply listening for spiritual principles or truths found in what's being shared. When these self-crediting qualities and condemning tendencies are observed and acknowledged then it affirms that what the Word teaches us about the nature of the self is true. That the self, when left to its own loves and inclinations, will always own what flows into its awareness without the Word reminding it that it is instead a conduit of life. That it does not have agency but is instead a mere agent, a vessel. However, knowing this about the self intellectually and then seeing it as something active in our direct experience, are two very different things. When an illustration of the nature of self is illuminated before us in the application of life events and circumstances then it also affirms the Word's presence in our mind as the manifestation of the Divine Human. For it is experienced as a living truth bought down into our conscious awareness to be amongst those states of life that constitute our earthly existence. It is a living truth then because it communicates the perpetual striving of the Lord's love to expose what is opposed to the life of heaven, so that what is of heaven might become the basis for our life. So that it might become the basis from which we feel, think and act.  In that moment that we truly recognise that what the Word has pointed to and called out is the hellish self, it is effectively shunned. This self is the self that exists separated from the Lord and it believes that it is the source and owner of the life that flows into it. It believes that it is God. The act of shunning the loves of this self as sins, that is, as that which misses the mark of what the Lord's love is and strives towards, is the true meaning of charity. For then in that act of our recognition of this self and in seeing how what the Word teaches is saving us from it, the Word is actively acknowledged to be the Lord. It may not always be a conscious acknowledgement, but it is a lived acknowledgment. Third Round posts are short audio clips taken from Round 3 comments offered in the online Logopraxis Life Group meetings. The aim is to keep the focus on understanding the Text in terms of its application to the inner life along with reinforcing any key LP principles that have been highlighted in the exchanges.

Pastor: Jordan Hansen Series: Seven (1) Title: Forgiveness Date: 2024.03.08+09 --------------------- CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Teaser 00:23 - Series 01:05 - Sermon 05:14 - Question 11:12 - Point 1a 11:35 - Illustration 13:21 - Point 1b 18:56 - Point 2 27:02 - Point 3 37:26 - Closing --------------------- LINKS / RESOURCES:

Excerpt from the Logopraxis Workbook: Logopraxis Life Groups are an opportunity to practise spiritual literacy as we speak and listen when we meet. They are a hermetically sealed container within which the material gathered from each individual's practice can serve as the basis for creating a unique environment. It is where we may learn to be with others in a new way, and where the practise of the Word is what is central. To that end, participants are asked to be consciously present to what arises as they take part in group life through the practise of what are termed spiritual literacy ‘skills'. Each of the skills is designed to assist us in engaging in group life consciously, and be present so as to bear witness to what's arising within our minds as we speak and listen. It is the call to a different way of being with ourselves, with others, and with the Word as the Lord. So, in order to hear the Lord, which really is about hearing the spiritual principles that are being illustrated in each other's experience, we need to be able to divide our attention between what's going on externally in the group, and what is arising inwardly so far as our responses are concerned. It's not so much about listening to the words that a person is speaking, but listening to what arises within us in response to what's being shared. So, it's a state of divided attention, where we are working to be conscious of the fact that we are seeing our own states reflected back to us in what is being presented through our interactions with the Word and with others. Arcana Coelestia 7359 Spirits from thence came to me, and applied themselves to my left temple, and there breathed on me with their speech, but I did not understand it. It was soft in its flow, nor do I remember ever to have perceived a softer, it being like the softest aura. It breathed first upon the left temple, and the left ear from above; and the breathing extended thence to the left eye, and by little and little to the right, and then flowed downward, especially from the left eye, to the lips; and when it was at the lips, it entered through the mouth, and by a way within the mouth, in fact by the Eustachian tube, into the brain. When the breathing came thither, I then understood their speech, and it was given me to talk with them. While they were talking with me I observed that my lips moved, and my tongue also a little, because of the correspondence of interior speech with exterior. Exterior speech is that of articulate sound falling toward the external membrane of the ear, and thence by means of little organs, membranes, and fibers, which are within the ear, being conveyed to the brain. Third Round posts are short audio clips taken from Round 3 comments offered in the online Logopraxis Life Group meetings. The aim is to keep the focus on understanding the Text in terms of its application to the inner life along with reinforcing any key LP principles that have been highlighted in the exchanges.

We are taking a quick road trip through one of the most important books of the New Testament: The Book of Romans. From grappling with our own brokenness to learning how to live in the Spirit, this series invites you to discover what it really means to be a follower of Jesus. Join us as we navigate this road together, gaining insight and inspiration from one of the most profound letters in scripture.•NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca

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Everyone will have unique and personal experiences with doubts. But we can all start finding answers together by exploring the Bible, talking with God through prayer, and being honest with others in our trusted relationships. Use the Conversation Guide to discuss this episode with your LifeGroup: https://go2.lc/YHISGuide81

We are taking a quick road trip through one of the most important books of the New Testament: The Book of Romans. From grappling with our own brokenness to learning how to live in the Spirit, this series invites you to discover what it really means to be a follower of Jesus. Join us as we navigate this road together, gaining insight and inspiration from one of the most profound letters in scripture.•NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca

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When God feels distant, we might be tempted to pull away from Him or think He's forgotten us completely. Ashley's story encourages us to lean into God and trust He's working, even when we don't understand. Use the Conversation Guide to discuss this episode with your LifeGroup: https://go2.lc/YHISGuide80

Marriage is amazing—but it can also be really hard. Pastor Josh and Jana Howerton sit down with Pastor Josh and Sharon McPherson of Grace City Church for an honest, unfiltered conversation about what makes marriages thrive (and what can tear them apart). They break down biblical truths about leaving and cleaving, headship and submission, and what it looks like to lead and support each other well. Plus, they get into the tough stuff—setting boundaries with in-laws, handling emotions, and why so many couples struggle in the same areas. Whether you're newly married or years in, this conversation is packed with wisdom and honesty you won't want to miss.  

We are taking a quick road trip through one of the most important books of the New Testament: The Book of Romans. From grappling with our own brokenness to learning how to live in the Spirit, this series invites you to discover what it really means to be a follower of Jesus. Join us as we navigate this road together, gaining insight and inspiration from one of the most profound letters in scripture.•NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca

Welcome to a bonus episode of the Life.Church podcast. Today, you'll hear an interview with Pastor Craig Groeschel about his newest book, The Benefit of Doubt. This conversation is part one of a four part series on doubt from the You've Heard It Said podcast. Doubts are a natural response to our faith and can lead to a deeper understanding of who Jesus is—and who He calls us to be. In this conversation with Pastor Craig Groeschel, we'll learn how to talk about our doubts with others and support those around us as they ask their questions, too.Use the Conversation Guide to discuss this episode with your LifeGroup: https://go2.lc/YHISGuide79Sign up to get the Conversations Guides delivered to your inbox at https://www.go2.lc/YHISsubscribeABOUT THIS PODCASTYou've Heard It Said is a podcast created by Life.Church to spark conversations to help us live more like Jesus. We hope that you'll listen to the podcast and then talk about it with others. Learn more at https://life.church/yhisYou can subscribe to You've Heard It Said wherever you listen to podcasts or watch full video episodes on the Life.Church YouTube Channel. ABOUT LIFE.CHURCHWherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Life.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us at a Life.Church location throughout the United States or globally online at https://www.live.life.churchFind locations, videos, and more info about us at https://www.life.church or download the Life.Church app at https://www.life.church/appFIND US ON SOCIAL MEDIAFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/life.churchInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/life.churchTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lifechurchYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@life.churchCONNECT WITH PASTOR CRAIGYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/craiggroeschelFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/craiggroeschelInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/craiggroeschelTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@craiggroeschel#lifechurch #yhispodcast #doubt

Doubts are a natural response to our faith and can lead to a deeper understanding of Jesus. Listen in to hear from Pastor Craig about the benefit of doubt. Then use the Conversation Guide to talk about what you hear with others.Use the Conversation Guide to discuss this episode with your LifeGroup: https://go2.lc/YHISGuide79

Host Evan Semanco sits down with one of our favorite and most frequent guests, Amber McDonnold, the Life Group coordinator at The Simple Church. Life Groups are small groups that meet in homes or various places each week, and they're the best way to make a big church seem small.  Every semester we have Amber on to highlight some new groups and share stories of the difference being in a Life Group makes in peoples lives. Then at the end we get a preview of Amber's Greatest Hits albums and some of the songs that will be featured, IYKYK.    LINKS FROM THE EPISODE FIND A LIFE GROUP AMBERS PAST PODCAST BIBLE STORIES SELDOM ANIMATED Partner Party on March 2nd Voluntour on March 16th WE WERE SUPPOSED TO START 30 MINUTES AGO THE WI-FI WENT OUT, NOW WE'RE REALLY SEEKING JESUS MY KID IS SCREAMING IN THE OTHER ROOM UNSPOKEN PRAYER REQUEST If you have feedback for the podcast, have a guest suggestion, or just want to talk to Evan, e-mail Evan@thesimplechurch.tv. You can also find out more about the Simple Church at www.theSimpleChurch.tv.

What really controls your heart? Greed is a sneaky sin—easily overlooked but quietly shaping our decisions, desires, and relationships. Pastor Josh Howerton, Tim Smith, and Chris Burkley explore the story of Achan in Joshua 7, showing how unchecked greed led to devastating consequences—not just for him, but for his entire community. Nobody sins in isolation—our choices impact our relationships and beyond.   They discuss how greed distorts wisdom, how the fear of the Lord leads to true perspective, and how culture pulls our hearts in different directions. They also touch on Elon Musk and the ongoing USAID debate, highlighting how faith intersects with real-world issues. Plus, they share personal stories of trusting God with finances, the principle of first fruits, and practical ways to teach generosity. If you've wrestled with the tension between financial security and faith, this conversation will challenge you to live with open hands and a heart that fully trusts in God's provision.      

We are taking a quick road trip through one of the most important books of the New Testament: The Book of Romans. From grappling with our own brokenness to learning how to live in the Spirit, this series invites you to discover what it really means to be a follower of Jesus. Join us as we navigate this road together, gaining insight and inspiration from one of the most profound letters in scripture.•NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca

Ever feel like comparison is stealing your joy? It might be time to fight back.    In this conversation with hosts Mike Breaux, Chris Kuti, and Marc McCartney, we unpack how to find encouragement and speak life over others, even when envy tries to creep in.    Learn how gratitude and generosity can break the cycle of entitlement and competition, especially when it comes to money and success. Social media can shape our faith—for better or worse—so how do we navigate it in a way that fuels contentment instead of comparison? Plus, we'll dive into the power of community, accountability, and celebrating others as we build stronger relationships. Let's stop measuring ourselves against others and start living free!    

We are taking a quick road trip through one of the most important books of the New Testament: The Book of Romans. From grappling with our own brokenness to learning how to live in the Spirit, this series invites you to discover what it really means to be a follower of Jesus. Join us as we navigate this road together, gaining insight and inspiration from one of the most profound letters in scripture.•NEXT STEPS- Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help! Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://atmosphere.church/new-to-faith•JOIN A LIFE GROUP- Find the community you've been looking for. Discover the prayer warriors waiting to stand with you. If you're interested in joining or starting a Life Group, visit https://atmosphere.church/life-groups•ABOUT ATMOSPHERE.CHURCH- Wherever you are in life, you have a purpose. Atmosphere.Church wants to help you find your next step. Our hope is that your journey will include joining us in-person at our location in Thousand Oaks, California or globally online at https://atmosphere.church/watch•For the best experience connecting with us, download the Atmosphere.Church app at https://qrco.de/atmosphere-ca

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Are your relationships helping you grow or holding you back? Today, Pastor Josh Howerton, Carlos Erazo, and Hannah Lane unpack how our relationships either build us up or break us down—and why surrounding yourself with the right people is crucial for spiritual freedom. They explore the downfall of Solomon, known as the wisest man who ever lived, the reality of generational patterns, and biblical wisdom for cultivating life-giving friendships. Plus, they tackle a thought-provoking question: what does God's Word really say about illegal immigration? Tune in for a deep dive into faith, relationships, and practical discipleship.   If you're ready to build deeper relationships, join a Life Group at Lakepointe Church—learn more at https://lakepointe.church/groups/   - STAY CONNECTED -    Website: https://www.lakepointe.church/  Facebook: https://lp.social/facebook  Instagram: https://lp.social/instagram  To support this ministry and help us continue to reach more people with the Gospel, click here: https://lakepointe.church/give   Groups A post from Lakepointe Church on Lakepointe Church provided by: https://lakepointe.church  

Have you ever thought about how pride can quietly ruin our lives and relationships? In the first episode of the Live Free with Josh Howerton Podcast, we dive into the effects of pride and humility, kicking off the Kingslayers sermon series.   We start by reflecting on the powerful moments from a recent Night of Prayer and Worship at Lakepointe Church, where we saw God move in amazing ways. This sets the tone for our discussion, where we look at Nebuchadnezzar's story in Daniel 4 and how pride brought him down. We talk about how pride is the ultimate "Kingslayer" and how it's just as dangerous for us today.   Along the way, we discuss how pride plays a role in marriage, entitlement, and even anxiety. We explore how these issues can stem from a sense of self-importance and how humility can transform our relationships and mental well-being. Throughout the episode, we offer practical ways to fight pride, focusing on gratitude, humility, and spiritual practices like prayer and worship. We also highlight the importance of community, service, and having a servant's heart—just like Jesus did.   By the end of the episode, we hope you'll be inspired to embrace humility, experience true freedom, and connect with the Lakepointe community. If you're ready to build deeper relationships, join a Life Group at Lakepointe Church—learn more at https://lakepointe.church/groups/   - STAY CONNECTED -    Website: https://www.lakepointe.church/  Facebook: https://lp.social/facebook  Instagram: https://lp.social/instagram  To support this ministry and help us continue to reach more people with the Gospel, click here: https://lakepointe.church/give