Podcasts about pastor drew

Scripture: Matthew 6:25-34Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

Send us Fan MailPodcast OverviewShow: Strung OutHost: Martin Laurence McCormack ("Marty")Guest: Reverend Drew Jacques (from St. David's Church in Campbellsville, Ontario)Key Topics & Summary1. Community Hub & Local Updates (00:00 – 02:30)Reverend Drew discusses how St. David's has recently transitioned into a community hub, hosting local summer camps to revitalize the space and support the Milton Community Resource Center.2. Geopolitics & U.S.–Canada Dynamics (02:30 – 08:30)Canadian Politics: Drew notes general Canadian approval for Prime Minister Mark Carney and praises former MP Charlie Angus for articulating popular sentiment.U.S. Political Influence: They discuss media reports on U.S. politicians attempting to restrict Canadian sales of American goods and criticize political posturing/hubris across the border.Global Partnerships: Drew highlights Canada's move to diversify international ties—such as acquiring submarines from Germany and strengthening trade relations—signaling a shift toward greater independence from U.S. political instability.3. Christian Nationalism & Cult Dynamics (08:30 – 25:30)The "Ghosts of the Civil War": Drew argues that lingering racial and political divisions in the U.S. fuel extreme political movements.Christian Nationalism & Cult Mentality: They critique how right-wing movements and televangelists have "bastardized" Christianity. Drew explains how cults function: a narcissistic leader uses fear and chaos to gain absolute trust, promising safety in exchange for control.Core Christian Values vs. Modern Politics: Drew contrasts Christian nationalism with true faith, emphasizing that genuine teachings (e.g., Matthew 25) focus on feeding the hungry, welcoming the stranger, and building inclusive, compassionate communities.4. Musical Interlude: "Fear" (27:03 – 31:19)A musical segment featuring a song about navigating fear, uncertainty, and personal growth as both a "friend and a foe."5. Forgiveness, Accountability, & Moving Forward (31:20 – 46:30)Handling Toxicity: The hosts debate how to respond to people caught up in destructive political or religious mindsets.Forgiveness vs. Reconciliation: Drew clarifies that forgiveness is about letting go of personal bitterness and chaos so you can move on—it does not require remaining in toxic relationships or condoning bad actions.Focusing on Community: Instead of arguing with hostile individuals, the solution is building resilient, supportive local communities that model positive values.6. Revitalizing St. David's: "Church in a Circle" (46:30 – 58:41)Overcoming Institutional Struggles: Drew shares the difficulties St. David's faced, including past leadership disputes, corruption, and financial strain.A New Model for Worship: To adapt, they moved services to the basement and introduced "Church in a Circle"—a communal, non-hierarchical gathering combining three key traditions:John 21 (informal fellowship and shared meals).Shabbat Dinner (gathering around a table to reflect and share).First Nations Listening Circle (passing a symbolic light source so everyone has a voice without interruption).Turning the Tide: This new approach revitalized their congregation, stabilized their finances, and provided a meaningful path forward away from rigid institutional norms.Support the showWe are always grateful to have you listening to STRUNG OUT.    Here are some important links:SUPPORT THE SHOW:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MartyfineaKMARTIN'S WEBSITE:http://www.MARTINMcCORMACK.COM  (note---you can get my weekly bulletin when you sign up on the list!)MARTIN'S MUSIC: Music | Martin Laurence McCormack (bandcamp.com)Martin McCormack | SpotifyMARTIN'S YOUTUBE CHANNELMartin McCormack - YouTubeFACEBOOKFacebook...

Scripture: 1 Samuel 3Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

Follow along as Pastor Drew unpacks the Royal Psalms.

Scripture: Exodus 3:1-6Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

In his final message before embarking on a new ministry opportunity as Youth Pastor at Patterson Park Church in Beaver Creek, OH, Pastor Drew Nilius reminds the people of New Community Church of the great and awesome love of God for His people. Listen in as Pastor Drew unpacks these critical verses from Paul's letter to the Romans, giving us the hope of a love that never lets go.

Scripture: Deuteronomy 30:11-19; Revelation 21:1-6Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

Scripture: Nehemiah 9Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

Scripture: Daniel 3:16-26Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

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Scripture: Lamentations 3:19-33Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

Welcome to episode 248 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover: “You are the salt of the earth, You are the light of the world.” — Matthew 5:13–16 The call to be salty and lit. Purpose influences the world. Key Takeaways: The call to be Salty and Lit. God's righteousness is felt! God's love is longed for! God's presence is preserved! God's Provision is Proclaimed The Caution to the Salty and Lit. The Charge for the Salty and Lit. Quotable: “Taste and see that the Lord is Good” (Psalm 34) “We are what we eat!” (Psalm 1) “The salty taste that leaves you thirsty!” “The purpose and plan is for you to be salty and lit, so that through you others would taste and see that the Lord is good!” Application: Silent – A choice we make. A consequence the world feels. Subtle – A choice we make. A consequence the world feels. Shelfed – A choice we make. A consequence the world feels. “Let your light shine before others so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” Connect with us: Website: https://springbaptist.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus) https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus) Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to: https://springbaptist.org/prayer/ If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider. 

The historical Jesus is a remarkable story - but what about the meaning of Jesus and how the early church understood Jesus? Hear what Jesus has to say about himself and how the early church gained unflinching hope by understanding his meaning. Scripture Referenced: Luke 4:14-21

Scripture: 1 Samuel 7:3-12Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

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Scripture: Judges 2:1-15Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

Welcome to episode 246 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover: “Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” — Matthew 5:9 “Blessed are those who are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” — Matthew 5:10–12 Kingdom logic versus worldly logic. Key Takeaways: The Beatitudes is how Jesus lived and how we should be living. Peace is not passive — it is an active pursuit. God first, others second, me last. Righteous living either draws men to our Savior or repels them. Quotable: “Peace is a Person!” “Peace is a pursuit!” “You cannot be a peacemaker unless you've made peace with the Maker.” “The inevitable cost of living like Jesus — persecution.” Application: First — we must have made peace with God, only found in Jesus. Second — we must actively pursue peace with others. Live like Jesus — to be salt and light. Choose to live righteous lives, even when it leads to persecution. Connect with us: Website: https://springbaptist.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus) https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus) Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to: https://springbaptist.org/prayer/ If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider. 

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Scripture: Exodus 14:10-31Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

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Welcome to episode 243 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover:· “Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” — Matthew 5:8· The meaning of pure in heart.· When our spiritual center of life becomes Christ.Key Takeaways:· The Beatitudes are a self-portrait of Jesus and a portrait of us that is still being completed.· Pure in heart — when who you are is changed by whose you are.· God always provides for what He demands.· Apart from Christ, you can do nothing.Quotable:· “The good life is not normal — it's FaithFULL.”· “Pure in heart — when our spiritual center of life becomes Christ!”· “When who you are is changed by whose you are!”· “Purity of heart cleanses the soul so God becomes visible!”Application:· First — realize we are unable to live holy without God.· Second — we must stay in God's Word.· Third — walk in the will and way of the Holy Spirit.· Fourth — pray, pray, pray.Connect with us:Website: https://springbaptist.orgFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to: https://springbaptist.org/prayer/If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27Happy Easter Bel Air Church family!Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

Welcome to episode 242 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today, we will cover mercy.  Specifically, • “Blessed are the merciful, for they shall receive mercy.” — Matthew 5:7• What mercy truly is.• What happens when our faith starts to show.Key Takeaways:· The first four Beatitudes reveal our new spiritual condition — mercy is the outward expression.· Mercy is compassion in action — genuine compassion expressed in real help.· Mercy to men doesn't bring mercy from men — it brings mercy from God.· Mercy is a gift from God — we cannot be merciful apart from Him.Quotable:· “When your faith starts to show.”· “Mercy is not sentiment without action.”· “Mercy to men doesn't bring mercy from men — it brings mercy from God.”· “We cannot have the blessing apart from the blesser.”Application:· Show mercy in action — meet needs, don't just feel compassion.· Choose mercy in your attitude — compassion over judgment.· Practice spiritual mercy — pray, correct gently, and share the Gospel.· Walk in the cycle of mercy — receive it, give it, and trust God with the rest.Connect with us:Website: https://springbaptist.orgFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to:https://springbaptist.org/prayer/If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider

Scripture: John 10:27-30, 20:20, 20:27; Luke 4:50, 24:50Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

Welcome to episode 239 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover:• “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied.” — Matthew 5:6• Why righteousness — not happiness — is the pathway to the blessed life.Key Takeaways:· The first three Beatitudes reveal man's need — the fourth reveals the remedy.· God promises that those who hunger and thirst for righteousness will be filled.· The blessed life comes through holiness, not fortune, fame, or comfort.· God's standard is perfect righteousness — and Christ is our righteousness (1 Corinthians 1:30).· Biblical hunger is desperate, inward, and all-consuming — not partial or “right-ish.”· Our ultimate satisfaction is not circumstances, but Jesus Himself.Quotable:· “The first three express the need — the fourth provides the remedy.”· “The blessed people seek holiness before happiness.”· “Not right-ish — righteous.”· “Where there is desire for righteousness, there will be filling — and the filling will be Christ Himself.”Application:· Examine what you are truly hungry for.· Stop pursuing happiness apart from holiness.· Desire complete righteousness, not surface improvement.· Seek first the Kingdom (Matthew 6:33).· Remember — your satisfaction is Christ.Connect with us:Website: https://springbaptist.orgFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to:https://springbaptist.org/prayer/If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.

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Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11; 1 Corinthians 2:16Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

Welcome to episode 238 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover:• “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted.” — Matthew 5:4• “Blessed are the meek, for they shall inherit the earth.” — Matthew 5:5• What it means to live radically different between the Kingdom and the world.Key Takeaways:· The Good Life is not normal — it is faithful.· The Beatitudes are a self-portrait of Jesus and a portrait of us still being completed.· Mourning is spiritual brokenness over our own sin — not worldly disappointment.· The opposite of mourning sin is celebrating, excusing, or admiring sin.· Those who mourn are comforted through forgiveness, freedom from sin's power, and eternal hope.· Meekness is humble submission under God's mission — strength under control.· True meekness flows from poverty of spirit and sorrow over sin.· The meek reflect Jesus — living not for their own will, but the Father's.· Kingdom people live radically differently from the world.Quotable:· The Good Life is not normal — it is faithful.· We must mourn deeply enough to do something about our sin.· Meekness is strength submitted to God's mission.· We are comforted so that we might comfort others.Application:· Examine whether you grieve over your sin or excuse it.· Repent deeply and walk in the comfort of Christ.· Humble yourself under the mighty hand of God (1 Peter 5:6–7).· Respond to others with compassion, not condemnation.· Live distinctly different from the world — Kingdom over culture.Connect with us:Website: https://springbaptist.orgFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to:https://springbaptist.org/prayer/If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider

Scripture: 2 Cor. 5:20; John 10:27Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

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Welcome to episode 236 of Grasp the Bible. In this episode, Pastor Drew continues our study entitled Kingdom Logic. Today we will cover:• What the Good Life really is.• “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” — Matthew 5:3Key Takeaways:· The Good Life is not normal — it is faith-full.· The world defines the good life as normal, but normal is wicked and chaff.· The Blessed Life comes from God to the faithful.· The Good Life delights in God's Word — faithful people pray and read Scripture.· The Beatitudes are a self-portrait of Jesus.· The Beatitudes are also a portrait of us that is still being completed.· Poor in spirit means recognizing one's spiritual poverty before God.· There is no middle ground — rich in pride or poor in spirit.· God opposes the proud.· Poor in spirit is the starting point.· The blessing of poverty in spirit is the kingdom of heaven.Quotable:· “The Good Life is not normal — it's faith-full.”· “The Beatitudes are a self-portrait of Jesus and a portrait of us that is still being completed.”· “Poor in Spirit is the starting point.”· “There is no middle ground.”Application:· Reject normal — pursue faithfulness.· Become an empty vessel before God.· Recognize your spiritual poverty instead of living rich in pride.· Delight in God's Word — pray and walk in the Spirit.· Make the daily choice to walk in Kingdom Logic.Connect with us:Website: https://springbaptist.orgFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/SBCKleinCampus (Klein Campus)https://www.facebook.com/SpringBaptist (Spring Campus)Need us to pray for you? Submit your prayer request to:https://springbaptist.org/prayer/If you haven't already done so, please leave us a rating and review in your podcast provider.

Scripture: Psalm 111:2Resources for a life of following Jesus, every day, everywhere, with everyone.

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