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On this weeks episode of BTG, Pastor Nate explores the mindset of Christians attempting to redefine what Jesus should be to them. John 14:8-11Support the show

Black and White | Are You For Real| 1 John 1_1-10 Join us this week as Pastor Nate starts us on our new series in the book of 1st John, with a look at the first chapter.

Cornerstone Wesleyan Church, North Gower is taking 2026 to read through and preach through the Bible using the "One Story That Leads To Jesus" Bible reading plan (created by "The Bible Project"). To this end, Pastor Nate and Pastor Dan are recording their usual "sermon prep" conversation as a podcast so you can get a bird's eye view of the process, and perhaps grow in your own understanding and faith. This conversation is rough and unfinished, and not everything we talk about will make its way into the final teaching. But it hopefully gives you some additional food for thought. You can find the Bible Project here https://bibleproject.com/  You can find Cornerstone's Bible reading plan on YouVersion at bit/ly/bible2026  If that link doesn't work, try this one: https://bible.com/reading-plans/63058/together/77575397/invitation?token=2fhhVCf64-7PERhIujBwQA&source=share Or you can scan the QR code on the Podcast thumbnail!

Title: How to Hear the Word of the KingdomSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: How you hear matters. In Matthew 13:1–23, Jesus tells the parable of the sower—one seed, four soils—and calls everyone with ears to hear. Pastor Nate Holdridge walks through the hardened path, the rocky ground, the thorny field, and the good soil, drawing out five ways to hear the word of the kingdom: with gratitude and prayer, above the noise, receiving the whole message, with an undivided heart, and with understanding. Along the way, Pastor Nate confronts the loudest voices of our culture, the anxiety of the age, and the quiet deceit of comfortable wealth. And he closes with hope: the Son heard and did the will of the Father for us, and from his fullness we receive grace upon grace.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

The Purpose of a Renewed MindRomans 12:2–3 | Pastor Nate AshbaughThis Sunday, Pastor Nate continued our study in Romans 12 by focusing on the purpose of a renewed mind.God doesn't renew our minds simply so that we think differently. He renews our minds so that the way we think transforms the way we live. God renews our minds so that we can imitate the character and priorities of Jesus to those around us.From Romans 12:2–3, Pastor Nate shared three ways a renewed mind shapes our lives:A renewed mind enables us to recognize God's will.As our thinking is transformed by God's truth, we become better able to discern what He desires and recognize what is good, pleasing, and aligned with His purposes.A renewed mind enables us to respond according to God's will.Recognizing God's will is only the beginning. A renewed mind changes how we respond to the people, circumstances, and decisions we encounter each day. Instead of simply following our own instincts or the patterns of the world, we learn to respond in ways that honor Christ.A renewed mind produces a life that reflects God's character.Ultimately, renewed thinking should lead to transformed living. As God changes our minds, His work becomes visible through our attitudes, choices, relationships, and priorities.The purpose of a renewed mind is not simply to know more—it is to become more like Jesus. As God transforms the way we think, He transforms the way we live so that those around us can see the character and priorities of Christ reflected through us.The question for us is not only, “Is God changing the way I think?” but also, “Can others see Jesus more clearly because of the way I live?”

Pastor Nate kicked off our fall series in 1 Peter, "Proclamation People." To learn more about The Bridge, visit thebridgebiblechurch.com.

Pastor Nate teaches from Romans 5 that while sin brought death and condemnation into the world, Jesus' death and resurrection bring something far greater: new life, grace, and hope, inviting believers to live each day under the reign of grace rather than the reign of sin and death.

Cornerstone Wesleyan Church, North Gower is taking 2026 to read through and preach through the Bible using the "One Story That Leads To Jesus" Bible reading plan (created by "The Bible Project"). To this end, Pastor Nate and Pastor Dan are recording their usual "sermon prep" conversation as a podcast so you can get a bird's eye view of the process, and perhaps grow in your own understanding and faith. This conversation is rough and unfinished, and not everything we talk about will make its way into the final teaching. But it hopefully gives you some additional food for thought. You can find the Bible Project here https://bibleproject.com/  You can find Cornerstone's Bible reading plan on YouVersion at bit/ly/bible2026  If that link doesn't work, try this one: https://bible.com/reading-plans/63058/together/77575397/invitation?token=2fhhVCf64-7PERhIujBwQA&source=share Or you can scan the QR code on the Podcast thumbnail!

Title: Jesus: The Only One Worth Building Your Life OnSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: Jesus is either the greatest egomaniac who ever lived or the Lord worth building an entire life upon—and in Matthew 12:38–50 he leaves us no third option. When the religious leaders demand a sign from heaven, Pastor Nate Holdridge walks through the threefold answer Jesus gives: a resurrection greater than Jonah's deliverance, a message of grace greater than Jonah's preaching, and a life of wisdom greater than Solomon's splendor. From there, Pastor Nate turns to two implications, one sobering and one beautiful. A life merely cleaned up but left unoccupied is a house waiting for squatters, because in the kingdom of God neutrality does not exist. And a life joined to Christ is a life welcomed into a new family, as Jesus stretches out his hand toward ordinary disciples and calls them mother, brother, and sister.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

What looks like disaster in Acts 8 becomes the means by which Jesus carries His Gospel into Samaria. Ordinary Christians—scattered by persecution—bring Christ to their neighbors in word and deed, and joy spreads throughout the city. The same risen Jesus goes ahead of His Church today, calling us to pray, serve, speak, and trust Him with the results.

This Sunday, Pastor Nate continued in Romans 12:1–2, focusing on what it means to have a renewed mind and the ways God works to transform our thinking.There are many lies that work against the renewing of our minds. One is the belief that we are autonomous—that we are completely self-sufficient and don't need anything beyond ourselves. But Scripture points us toward dependence on God and a life continually transformed by His truth.How Does God Renew Our Minds?Pastor Nate shared seven ways God works in our lives to renew our thinking:Scripture — God renews our minds as we open His Word and allow His truth to shape how we think.Prayer — We bring our thoughts, concerns, and desires before God and seek His wisdom and direction.The Holy Spirit — The Spirit works within us, guiding us toward truth and helping us become more like Christ.Christian Community — God uses other believers to encourage us, challenge us, and help us grow.Singing — Worship helps fill our hearts and minds with truth about who God is and what He has done.Confession & Repentance — We acknowledge what is wrong, turn from it, and realign our thinking and lives with God's truth.New Habits — As our minds are renewed, we intentionally develop patterns and practices that help us walk faithfully with Christ.Pastor Nate also gave us a practical way to examine the thoughts that enter our minds. Instead of simply accepting every thought, we can stop and ask:Is this thought true?Does it agree with Scripture?Does it reflect the character of Jesus?Where is this thought leading me?What truth from God's Word should I replace this with?Romans 12 reminds us that transformation involves the renewing of our minds. Rather than allowing the world or our own thoughts to determine what is true, we can continually return to God's Word and allow His truth to reshape the way we think and live.This week, pay attention to the thoughts you allow to take root. Bring them before God, test them against His Word, and replace what is false with what is true.

Today, our lead pastor, Pastor Nate, cast a vision for the future of our church. He then called us to renew a covenant like Joshua did with God's people in Joshua 24.To learn more about our church, visit thebridgebiblechurch.com.

Why do we need one another—and what does community have to do with our life of faith?In this episode of Together4Good, Pastor Nate reflects on our deep human longing for connection and the belief that relationship is woven into the way God created us. From the communal nature of the Trinity to Jesus' compassion, confession in worship, and the healing that comes when we can honestly say, “I'm struggling too,” this conversation explores why meaningful community matters.Why our desire for relationship may be rooted in the very nature of GodHow Jesus' compassion restores people to both wholeness and communityWhy being present with someone can sometimes matter more than fixing their problemHow confession reminds us that none of us has life completely figured outWhy vulnerable, grace-filled communities can become places of healing00:00 Why Community and Connection Matter 00:45 Were We Created for Relationships? 02:30 The Trinity as a Community of Love 03:20 Rublev's Icon and the Invitation to the Table 05:15 God's Desire for Relationship 06:35 Jesus, Compassion, and Restoring Community 09:00 Sometimes People Need Presence, Not Solutions 10:45 God Suffers With Us 12:45 Relationships and Human Flourishing 14:00 What Makes Faith Community Different? 15:20 Confession: None of Us Has It All Together 17:00 Learning Compassion for Ourselves and Others 18:15 Lowering Our Expectations of Perfection 19:30 Alienation, Vulnerability, and Healing 21:00 What the Church Can Learn About Honest Community 23:05 Creating Spaces for Connection at Bethany 24:20 Created for Community and Held by GraceIf this conversation gave you something to think about, like the episode, subscribe, and share it with someone who might need the reminder that we were never meant to navigate life alone.

Cornerstone Wesleyan Church, North Gower is taking 2026 to read through and preach through the Bible using the "One Story That Leads To Jesus" Bible reading plan (created by "The Bible Project"). To this end, Pastor Nate and Pastor Dan are recording their usual "sermon prep" conversation as a podcast so you can get a bird's eye view of the process, and perhaps grow in your own understanding and faith. This conversation is rough and unfinished, and not everything we talk about will make its way into the final teaching. But it hopefully gives you some additional food for thought. You can find the Bible Project here https://bibleproject.com/  You can find Cornerstone's Bible reading plan on YouVersion at bit/ly/bible2026  If that link doesn't work, try this one: https://bible.com/reading-plans/63058/together/77575397/invitation?token=2fhhVCf64-7PERhIujBwQA&source=share Or you can scan the QR code on the Podcast thumbnail!

Pastor Nate leads us through James 1:13–18, unpacking the difference between trials and temptation, and how to overcome temptation through the Spirit, prayer, fasting, and honest community.

Title: The Gentle and Lowly WarriorSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: In this Sunday message from Matthew 12:22-37, Pastor Nate Holdridge turns to the moment when Jesus—who has just called himself gentle and lowly—reveals himself as the strong warrior-King who invades enemy territory to set captives free. When Jesus heals a demon-oppressed man and the crowds wonder whether he could be the Son of David, the Pharisees credit his power to Beelzebul, and Jesus answers by showing what he does (liberate the bound by binding the strong man), how he does it (by the power of the Holy Spirit), and why he does it (to make bad trees into good trees through conversion). Pastor Nate walks through the sobering warning about blasphemy of the Holy Spirit, the diagnostic truth that our words expose our hearts, and the hope of the gospel: that every sin can be forgiven and that Christ himself makes us new at the root so that good fruit follows. It is an invitation to celebrate the King who plunders the house of the enemy on our behalf.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Incomplete Obedience” from Judges 1:1-2:5. This message begins a new series in the book of Judges. It's a book that shows the downward spiral of God's people when they give themselves over to the world around them.

Pastor Jeff commissioned and installed Pastor Nate as the new Lead Pastor of The Bridge Bible Church.To learn more about The Bridge, go to thebridgebiblechurch.com.

In this special rebroadcast Pastor Nate is talking about spirituality in everyday life.Because let's be honest sometimes faith can start to feel like another thing on the to-do list.Go to church. Read your Bible.Say your prayers.And all of that matters, but having faith is so much more than just going to church or reading your Bible.It's about connection and relationships. Remembering that God is bigger than any one practice or person.After 15 years as a pastor, Nate admits that worship and Bible study can sometimes feel more like work than rest, so he's learned to look for God in other places, too:in gratitude before a meal,in a walk under the trees,in the rhythm of a ritual that brings you peace,or even in a sticky note on your bathroom mirror that reminds you:God's here.He shares how the Bible talks about forgetting and remembering God and how spiritual practices are really just ways to help us remember who God is, who we are, and who we're called to love.

Title: How Can Christ's Yoke Be Easy?Speaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: In this Sunday sermon from Matthew 12:1-21, Pastor Nate Holdridge asks a deceptively simple question: how can Jesus call his yoke easy and his burden light when the life he describes is a narrow gate and a difficult way? The answer is found in who is yoked to us. Working through two Sabbath confrontations and the longest Old Testament quotation in Matthew's Gospel, Pastor Nate shows that Jesus is the true King, Priest, Prophet, and Lord—the one greater than David, greater than the temple, and lord of the Sabbath itself (Matthew 12:6-8). Against the Pharisees, who turned God's day of rest into an exhausting treadmill, Jesus reveals a heart that treasures mercy over ceremony (Hosea 6:6), loves to restore the broken, and does so gently, never breaking a bruised reed or quenching a smoldering wick (Matthew 12:20). For anyone weary of life with Jesus as burden, this is an invitation to genuine soul-rest in the gentle Servant who steps into the yoke beside us.Link to Sermon NotesLink to Discussion Questions

Pastor Nate brings the message, "The Joy of Being Forgiven” from Psalm 32. Our sin has a way of gnawing away at our soul. It pulls joyful vitality right out of us. In Psalm 32, God's Word shows us the path back to God by confessing our sin and enjoying His good forgiveness.

What if Zacchaeus isn't a story about a bad man who finally becomes good? In this episode of Sunday School Remix, Pastor Nate takes another look at Luke 19 and explores what changes when we pay attention to the details we may have missed in Sunday school. The story becomes less about fixing Zacchaeus and more about Jesus seeing someone the crowd had already labeled and written off.What You'll Learn:Why the story of Zacchaeus may be about labels and assumptionsHow Luke connects Zacchaeus with stories about wealth, outsiders, and belongingWhy Zacchaeus' generosity may have already been part of his lifeWhat Jesus' decision to eat with Zacchaeus communicated to the crowdHow this story reminds us that every person is worthy of being seenChapters:00:00 What if we've misunderstood Zacchaeus?00:43 Why Zacchaeus only appears in Luke01:35 The rich ruler and Zacchaeus02:33 Jesus sees both rich and poor outsiders03:19 Jesus makes room for interruptions05:17 What Zacchaeus' name means06:55 Was Zacchaeus actually the short one?08:07 Why Zacchaeus climbs the tree10:39 Jesus sees Zacchaeus11:15 Why eating together mattered12:38 The crowd starts grumbling13:37 What Zacchaeus actually says about his money15:10 Looking beyond assumptions16:07 “He too is a son of Abraham”17:11 How communities can lose people18:22 Jesus sees both of them19:15 The story doesn't end in Sunday schoolLike this episode, subscribe to Bethany's YouTube channel, and share it with someone who might enjoy taking another look at a familiar Bible story.Connect with Bethany:

Title: Invited Into RestSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: In this Sunday message from Matthew 11:20-30, Pastor Nate Holdridge walks through three surprising portraits of Christ from a single passage: Jesus the Judge, who denounces the towns that witnessed his mighty works yet remained indifferent; Jesus the Revealer, the exclusive door through whom the Father is known and who hides truth from the proud while unveiling it to the lowly; and Jesus the Rest Giver, who invites all who are weary and burdened to come to him. Pastor Nate presses the sobering weight of spiritual privilege—greater light brings greater responsibility—while holding out the tender invitation of the One who is gentle and lowly in heart. This is not a call to escape our burdens but to trade them for the easy yoke of Jesus, learning to walk his way and find rest for our souls.Link to Sermon Notes

Everything in this world eventually wears out—but decay, disease, and death will not have the final word. Through the healing of a man who had never walked, Jesus gives us a glimpse of the restoration he has begun and will complete when he returns. The Gospel makes all things new—for a lame man, for us, and one day for all creation.

Pastor Nate brings the message, "God is My Refuge” from Psalm 31. When you are worn out by the attacks, but have no place to go, where do you turn? Psalm 31 recalls a personal time in David's life when he was facing the worst possible scenario and had no place to turn but to the Lord. This psalm is about God who proved Himself faithful to be a refuge. And, the good news is that He is a safe refuge not just to David, but to all His children.

Why is it impossible for law keeping to save us? Why must we trust Christ for our salvation? Pastor Nate explains from Galatians 3:10-14 that the law brings a curse while faith brings salvation. Christ bore the curse for us on the cross, so that we might be freed from the curse through faith.

What if the disciples' biggest fear wasn't the storm, but the possibility that Jesus didn't care? In Mark 4:35–41, Jesus calms a storm that has terrified even the experienced fishermen in the boat. Pastor Nate looks at what the sea represented in the biblical world, why Jesus' power over it matters, and how this familiar story speaks to our questions about fear, faith, and whether God really sees what we're going through.What You'll LearnDiscover why the sea was a symbol of chaos in the biblical world.Explore why following Jesus actually leads the disciples into the storm.Look differently at the disciples' question, “Don't you care?”Understand why this story is about Jesus' identity, not having “enough” faith.Consider what trusting God's care can look like when life feels out of control.Chapters00:00 What if the disciples thought Jesus didn't care? 00:26 Jesus calming the storm in Mark 4 01:12 Why Jesus goes to “the other side” 02:15 Following Jesus leads them into the storm 03:15 Why the sea represented chaos 05:11 Jesus is asleep on a cushion 07:22 “Don't you care that we are perishing?” 08:30 What does Jesus mean by “Where is your faith?” 09:20 Trusting that Jesus cares 10:15 Jesus, God, and the power to calm the sea 11:15 Why the disciples are still afraid 12:05 “Who is this?” 13:05 Why this story still mattersIf this conversation gave you something new to think about, like the video, subscribe, and share it with someone who might want to keep the conversation going.Connect with Bethany:

As we continue our GATHER • GROW • GO mission and vision series, Pastor Nate challenges us to consider what it really looks like to GROW in our relationship with Christ—and with one another.  Moses had people close enough to him to hold up his arms when he was weak. And that's the beauty—and sometimes the difficulty—of real relationships. When we let people get close, they see the pieces of our life that we'd rather hide. But they're also close enough to lift us up when we need it most.We were never meant to follow Jesus alone. We need people who will walk with us, pray for us, challenge us, and hold us up when we're weak. Find your people. Get connected. Grow together. #faith #church #community #relationships #groups #findyourpeople

Your legacy is being built by the choices you make today. In this message from the Raise Them Up series, Pastor Nate Rauschert encourages you to look beyond temporary success and ask what kind of spiritual inheritance you are leaving for your children, grandchildren, and the people God has placed in your life. As you listen, you'll be challenged to seek God's Kingdom first, invest in people, pray for the next generation, trust God with your needs, and live with an eternal perspective. Your life can make an impact that continues long after your time on earth is finished.

Today, Pastor Nate continued in Romans with a message from Romans 12:1–2 about what it means to live a life fully surrendered to Jesus.We behave in accordance with what we believe. When we truly understand the mercy of God and what Jesus has done for us, it changes the way we live. Because Jesus gave Himself completely for us, our response should be to give ourselves completely to Him. Surrender is our response to God's mercy. We don't have to earn or chase after His mercy. Mercy is running to us. It has already been given!What does a surrendered life look like?Surrender starts with submitting to God. James 4:7Surrender looks like humility. 1 Peter 5:6Surrender requires discipline.Surrender means knowing what is helpful and what is hurtful in our walk with Christ.Surrender is continual. It isn't a one time decision, but a daily choice to give ourselves to Him.Surrender is worship. Offering our lives to God is an act of worship in response to His mercy.Romans 12 reminds us that God isn't asking for just a portion of our lives. He desires all of us, including our plans, priorities, desires, habits, and decisions, surrendered to Him.As we reflect on today's message, Pastor Nate left us with an important question:What do you need to put on the altar and surrender to Jesus so He can use you for His glory?Because Jesus gave Himself completely for me, I'll give myself completely to Him.

In this episode, week 2 of our Apostles' Creed series, Pastor Nate turns to the cornerstone of the Christian faith: Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord. Christianity is not simply built around the teachings of Jesus; it stands entirely upon the person and work of Jesus Himself. Everything was created through Him and for Him, and our hope of salvation rests upon who He is and what He has done.Walking through this portion of the Creed, which is also the largest section, we explore Jesus as the promised Christ/Messiah and eternal Son of God, His deity and true humanity, His suffering and death under Pontius Pilate, His burial and descent to the place of the dead, His bodily resurrection, His ascension and present reign at the right hand of the Father, and His promised return to judge the living and the dead. The message ends by bringing us to the deeply personal question at the heart of the Creed: Do I truly believe in Jesus as Messiah, The only Son of God, as Lord and am I ready for the day when my King returns?

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Favor for a Lifetime” from Psalm 30. God has unique ways of sanctifying us for the specific sins that are deeply rooted in our hearts. One such sin is the arrogance of self-confidence. Psalm 30 takes us through the progression of God's kindness to remove those prideful patterns from our lives and set our eyes on what truly matters.

Our apologies for not being able to upload a message from last week, we were experiencing some technical difficulties, but a huge thank you to Pastor Nate for sharing about healing in Christ.  This week's message, delivered by Pastor Brian, is from Acts 10.  Life sure is full of surprises, isn't it?  Together, we get to explore how the early church reacted to such unexpected twists in life. Join us in person: 22811 S. Cedar Rd., Manhattan, IL 60442 Learn More: encounterthrive.com Give Online: encounterthrive.churchcenter.com/giving

Pastor Nate continued our series, "Preach the Gospel, Die, and Be Forgotten," teaching from Luke 19 on the Parable of the Minas.For more info, visit thebridgebiblechurch.com.

Where does the power to live as a Christian come from? Pastor Nate explains from Galatians 3:1-9 that the power to save and sanctify cannot come from the works of the law, but must come through faith in the gospel of Jesus Christ. It is foolish pride to think we can somehow be good enough in our own strength.

What does it actually mean to trust the Bible? Pastor Nate and Kate Souther talk about biblical interpretation, what we mean when we call Scripture the Word of God, and why faithful Christians can read the same passage differently. They explore literal readings, the bigger truths Scripture reveals about God, and why reading the Bible in community matters.What You'll Learn:Why the Bible can communicate truth without every passage being read literallyHow Jesus and the parables can shape the way we approach ScriptureWhy our own experiences affect what we notice when we read the BibleWhy Christians need community when interpreting difficult passagesHow Lutherans understand Scripture as something living that continues to speak into our livesChapters:00:00 What is the Bible? 01:30 Why Scripture still matters 05:45 Is the Bible inspired or inerrant? 08:30 Does biblical truth have to be literal? 10:45 What can Jesus' parables teach us? 14:30 Why interpreting the Bible can feel difficult 17:30 Why we shouldn't read Scripture alone 21:30 How do Lutherans approach the Bible? 25:30 How our experiences shape what we read 27:30 One Bible story, three very different interpretations 30:30 Reading Scripture with humility 32:30 Reformation artifacts coming to BethanyIf this conversation gave you something new to think about, like the episode, subscribe to the channel, and share it with someone who enjoys asking big questions about faith.Connect with Bethany:

Today, Pastor Nate breaks down who we are, and what's a “Big Deal” at Liberty church.  In this message, an age old debate is discussed, do Christian's have to go to church? Does scripture truly give us an answer?  What's the point?  Open up to Hebrews 10:24-25 as we look at the mission and vision of Liberty Church.Welcome to the Liberty Church online experience!_If you would like more information about Liberty, get on our email list or just simply want to get better connected, text "INFO" to 478.217.7563 _Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help or answer any questions you may have. Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://lbcdublin.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/133/responses/new_Looking for a place to serve and partner with us? Click here: https://lbcdublin.com/serve_Want to give online or set up automatic giving? Click here: https://lbcdublin.com/give

This week, Pastor Nate dives into the first miracle Jesus performed in the book of Mark, as Jesus reveals to us the God we serve.INFOWebsite: scaccesschurch.comWeekly Updates: bulletin.scaccesschurch.comFOLLOW Facebook: facebook.com/scaccesschurchInstagram: instagram.com/scaccesschurchYouTube: youtube.com/@scaccesschurchGIVE: give.scaccesschurch.comABOUT: State College Access Church is a life-giving, family-oriented, non-denominational church in the State College area. Our weekend service includes contemporary worship, biblical message, and age specific kids ministry for infants through children in 5th grade.

Title: On the Summit in the PitSpeaker: Nate HoldridgeOverview: In this weekend's sermon on Psalm 41, "Blessed Are The Merciful, Right?," Pastor Nate Holdridge brings us to the close of Book I of the Psalter. David sings of a merciful God and his merciful people—but then asks what happens when those who extend mercy receive anything but mercy in return. Pastor Nate walks through the psalm's three movements: the call to strategically consider the poor (Ps. 41:1-3), the pain of a merciless world of sickness, slander, and betrayal (Ps. 41:4-9), and the response that refuses vengeance and rests in God's delight (Ps. 41:10-13). At the center stands Jesus, who took this psalm onto his lips about Judas at the Last Supper (John 13:18), yet absorbed the ultimate betrayal at the cross so that mercy might flow forever. Join us at Calvary Church to see how the only truly merciful man let the world's mercilessness fall on him—so that we might both receive and extend the mercy of God.Link to Sermon Notes

We were grateful to have Pastor Nate back with us today as he walked us through a recap of Romans 9–11 and reminded us of the faithfulness of God and the power of the Gospel.One truth stood at the center of the message: Righteousness comes through faith in Jesus. Salvation is not about what we do or don't do—it is found in believing in our hearts and confessing with our mouths that Jesus is Lord.As Paul addressed the growing church in Rome, he called Jews and Gentiles toward unity, reminding them that God had not rejected His people. Even in Israel's rejection of the Gospel, God was still at work carrying out His purposes.Pastor Nate reminded us:1. God's hardening of Israel does not mean He has abandoned His people.God was faithful then, and He is faithful now.2. God's hardening of Israel will not last forever.God is still working, even when we cannot see the full picture.As the Church, we must also be mindful of the enemy's desire to divide what God is bringing together. Instead of arrogance or division, we are called to humility, unity, and faithfulness to the Gospel.And our responsibility is clear:Be faithful in sharing with people how they can be saved, not calculating how many will be saved.The results belong to God. Our calling is to faithfully share the good news of Jesus!

Pastor Nate brings the message, "God's Power, My Peace” from Psalm 29. There's a restful peace for the soul when you take the time to consider that God's awesome power surrounds you. Psalm 29 provides a front row seat to this divine power. Pray for the services this weekend and for God to draw our attention up to Him.

Pastor Nate continued our series, "Preach the Gospel, Die, and Be Forgotten," by asking the question from 1 Corinthians 9, "How much are you willing to sacrifice for the sake of the Gospel?"For more info, visit thebridgebiblechurch.com.

On this weeks episode of BTG, Pastor Nate teaches on the book of 1Kings 18.  When change is about to come, the enemy will bring things into your life to have you questioning your faith.Support the show

Pastor Nate sits down with Pastor Gary Sandberg, for a deeply personal conversation about what keeps us coming back to church.Yes, the headlines continue to shout about church decline.However, this episode serves as a reminder that staying is its own kind of testimony.They talk candidly about:The real reasons people leave church, and the quieter reasons people stayGrace, commitment, and why the church doesn't need to be perfect to be powerfulHow worship can ground us even when nothing else makes senseThe unexpected beauty of liturgy (and chanting in a Snuggie)What Pastor Gary still finds at the altar after 30+ years in ministryWhat You'll LearnWhy do people stay in church when the stats say otherwiseThe hidden value of participation over perfectionHow churches can offer peace in an anxious, overstimulated worldWhy liturgy might be weird at first—and why it's worth sticking withPastor Gary's car-shopping analogy for finding the right congregationThis episode isn't just a look back, it's a recommitment to the future. Whether you're a longtime listener or have just discovered us today, we want you to know that you're not just a part of this community, you're an integral part of it. Welcome. Learn more at https://bethany-denver.org

You have an opportunity to shape the faith, character, and direction of the next generation. In this kickoff message for Raise Them Up, you will be challenged to live your faith consistently, teach God's ways intentionally, pass on practical wisdom, and show the next generation what the love of God looks like. Using Psalm 127:3–5 and the picture of children as arrows in the hand of a warrior, this message will help you think intentionally about where you are pointing the people God has placed in your life and how you can help prepare them to confidently follow Jesus.

On this weeks episode of BTG, Pastor Nate preaches a message on Father's Day entitled, "Servant Leadership."  Focusing on the importance of serving those around you and not expecting to be served.Support the show

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Pastor Nate breaks down the parable of the sheep and the goats.  This is a picture of whatever happens during parts of the End Times.  It is incredible how God links all these parables and prophesies together.  He is preaching this parable, on the actual Mount of Olives, during his “Olivet Discourse”, to the disciples. Where will he return at the End Times and set up his “Vally of Decision”?  Could it be the same place He is preaching this message?  Listen through this message to find out! Welcome to the Liberty Church online experience!_If you would like more information about Liberty, get on our email list or just simply want to get better connected, text "INFO" to 478.217.7563 _Have you made a decision to follow Jesus? You may be wondering what's next on your journey. We want to help or answer any questions you may have. Let us guide you to your next steps in your walk with Christ: https://lbcdublin.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/133/responses/new_Looking for a place to serve and partner with us? Click here: https://lbcdublin.com/serve_Want to give online or set up automatic giving? Click here: https://lbcdublin.com/give#Endtimes #parables #church #revelation #Jesus 

Gentleness is not weakness—it is the strength to hold truth and love together. In the account of the woman caught in adultery, Jesus kneels beside a sinner, stands between her and condemnation, and ultimately bears her judgment at the cross. Discover how the grace of Jesus frees us to speak truth without pride, forgive without excusing sin, and stand firm without standing over others.

Pastor Nate brings the message, "Biblical Practices” from 1 Corinthians 16. You've seen how some people thrive in good practices and others dive in their bad practices. In our final study of 1 Corinthians, God's Word helps us see important Biblical practices for our own personal lives. Also, this Sunday we will recognize new deacons, our newest pastor, and observe the Lord's Supper.