Podcasts about VBS

What does it really take to scale toward $100 million while staying aligned with your values, vision, and calling? In this candid episode of The Kelly Roach Show, Kelly pulls back the curtain on the real journey to her $100M goal: the messy pivots, crushed dreams, and the moments of divine direction that shaped her path forward. You'll hear how she went from running six companies at once with no clear “one thing” to identifying thecornerstone of her next era of growth. She shares why she walked away from the idea of scaling her high-ticket coaching model to $100M, faith-led decision-making and why she's embracing a decade-long vision instead of chasing big, immediate results.  If you've ever wrestled with long-term strategy, business model decisions, or trusting the process in uncertain times, this episode is for you.  What You'll Learn: The difference between growth and scale - and why both matter Why Kelly walked away from scaling her high-ticket model beyond 8 figures The next steps toward building her second 8-figure company Timestamps: 3:00 – Why Kelly decided not to scale her high-ticket coaching model to $100M 7:40 – The staffing realities of scaling to 9 figures 9:00 – Killing a dream and building six companies 11:40 – God's directive to keep Virtual Business School going 13:00 – The market shift that positioned VBS for massive growth 15:10 – Putting VBS at the helm of the business portfolio 16:16 – Boutique consulting plans for The Business Advisory 18:18 – Slowing down after 8 figures 21:14 – Shifting from self-reliance to partnering with God RESOURCES: Subscribe to the newsletter: https://thekellyroach.com/kairosnewsletterorganic  Join Kelly's Virtual Business School membership: https://go.virtualbusinessschool.com/joinvbs    Leave a review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-kelly-roach-show/id1052353755    Download the FREE Guide to creating Trust Building Offers that sell:  https://kellyroachinternational.kit.com/tbo     Follow Kelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyroachofficial/        Follow Kelly on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.roach.520/     Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyroachint/  

What happens when two systemic diseases collide? In this episode of New Retina Radio Journal Club with VBS, moderator Lediana Goduni, MD, is joined by Alexis Warren, MD, and Joshua Uhr, MD, to discuss a new retrospective cohort study by Rahimy et al. The panel explores how obstructive sleep apnea impacts the progression of diabetic retinopathy and elevates the risk for systemic vascular events such as stroke, heart attack, and death. With nearly 24,000 patients analyzed, the study sheds light on the importance of screening and managing comorbidities in patients with nonproliferative diabetic retinopathy—and raises critical questions about what role retina specialists should play in addressing them.

This week was Battle of the Grills!  Brenda Wehrly, our Community Life Director shares about the opportunity we have to engage in loving one another and we heard testimonies from the Men's Colorado Discipleship trips and VBS as we prepare to head to the courtyard for Battle of the Grills.  Col 4:7-18, 3:17

Today's episode is one that every kids ministry leader, pastor, and parent will want to lean into—because it's all about one of the most important questions we face in ministry: How do we lead children to salvation?We often celebrate the moment a child makes a decision to follow Jesus—but what about everything that leads up to it? And what comes after? In this episode, we're joined by Donna Peavey and Karen Kennemur, respected leaders in children's ministry and co-authors of the brand-new book Children and Salvation.Their heart behind the book is to offer a rich, theologically grounded, and practically helpful resource for those guiding children in their spiritual journey. Whether you're a seasoned ministry leader or a parent wanting to disciple your child with confidence, this episode is for you.Donna and Karen walk us through the why and how behind their new book Children and Salvation, which was written to equip churches and families to walk faithfully and wisely with kids as they grow in their understanding of the gospel. They also share insights into children's unique spiritual development and remind us that salvation isn't a formula—it's a process that requires patience, discernment, and the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit.Whether you're teaching a classroom of first graders, leading a VBS altar call, or praying with your own child at bedtime, you'll find wisdom and encouragement in this timely conversation.If this conversation sparked new questions or affirmed your calling in kids ministry, we'd love to hear from you! Please take a moment to rate and review the Kids Ministry Calling podcast on your favorite platform—it helps others discover this encouraging content. And don't forget to share this episode with your fellow ministry leaders, volunteers, or even the parents in your church community who are walking this journey too.We are so grateful for what God is doing through leaders like you—and we're cheering you on as you faithfully point the next generation to Jesus.SHOW LINKS: Ages and Stages Levels of Biblical Learning Children and SalvationJoin us for ETCH 2025. Sign up and get the details HERE. ETCH Conference Connect with Lifeway Kids Leave us a voice message here with any questions or feedback!

Join me, Carolyn Webb, Libby Anderson, and students Ellie, Rose, and Piper as we discuss the recent VBS week.

In this sermon we'll not only hear about what happened at VBS, but we will look at more practical examples of how Job was committed to God from Job 31. We'll look at topics like respecting others, caring for the vulnerable, trusting in God, and extending grace to others. Whether our life is going well or we are in a season of difficulty, Job shows us how we should remain committed to and live for the Lord.As you prepare for the message, please read the passage and ask yourself,"How does my commitment to God impact how I treat others?""How should God's people treat others?"

Welcome back to The Collaboration Space podcast. In today's episode with Jabra, we discuss growing security concerns in the hybrid workplace around Android-based collaboration devices and how to address them.We discuss solutions including MDEP, Panacast devices, and secure deployments. Specifically,- Why is security such a growing concern for collaboration technology today, especially in meeting rooms?- How does Microsoft's MDEP solution address these concerns, especially for Android-based meeting room devices?- What makes the Jabra Panacast 50 and upcoming Panacast 40 VBS devices stand out, especially now with MDEP integration?- From a strategic standpoint, how does Jabra's collaboration with Microsoft benefit IT leaders?Thanks for watching. Follow our channel for more future-ready technology solutions.Learn more about AVI-SPL and JabraSubscribe to The Collaboration Space audio feed on your favorite podcast app. Get AV/UC news delivered to your inbox. We share podcasts, events, articles, and more. Get AV and unified communications news delivered to your inbox.Follow AVI-SPL: Linkedin X YouTube

A few weeks ago the fellas headed out to the Heaven on Earth Festival in Moab, Utah for the first ever LIVE episode of Dadville! Amongst the picturesque mountains, they break down some of the most outrageous tips and tricks for family vacations including a whitewater rafting trip turned VBS singalong, the baffling mystery of children packing tubs of hair gel, and the Official Dadville Dos and Don'ts for family trips. Join us: http://dadville.substack.com Thanks to our sponsors! Nutrafol - For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you go to http://nutrafol.com and enter the promo code DADVILLE BetterHelp - Our listeners get 10% off their first month at http://betterhelp.com/dadville ⁠ Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at ⁠⁠http://shopify.com/dadville⁠ Quince - Go to ⁠⁠⁠http://quince.com/dadville for⁠⁠⁠ 365-day returns, plus free shipping on your order! The Road to Kaeluma - Visit ⁠⁠⁠http://jesusfilm.org/kaeluma-dadville⁠⁠⁠ to listen, learn more, or access discussion guides and other bonus content! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Earlier this year, Pinnacle Actuarial Resources and CARFAX announced the release of a new vehicle scoring and automobile pricing tool called the CARFAX Vehicle Build Score (VBS). Pinnacle Senior Consulting Actuary Gary Wang discussed the value of the VBS solution for automobile insurers with AM Best TV.

We're back in the studio for Episode 299, shaking off the summer sand and diving into all the ministry mayhem we missed while you were at camp, VBS, or just trying to survive without air conditioning.In this episode: • We share our best (and worst) Baptism Sunday strategies—what worked, what flopped, and how to keep the water warm and the volunteers sane. • Frank gives us the inside scoop on Vision Sunday at Lakeview and the official launch of Cross & Crown Church, complete with a new logo and fresh t-shirts (soft cotton, obviously). • Oh, and yes... there's a real-life waffle stomp story. It's exactly what you're afraid it is.As always, we're bringing honest talk about life, ministry, and the strange things that happen the morning after.Rate, review, share it with your worship pastor, and please—for the love of all that is holy—check the drain cover before you hop in the church baptismal.

Trey Hardimon shares a message on hospitality, in this new sermon series leading up to our VBS week.

This week at VBS our students were encouraged to "Build on the Rock" and learned that Jesus and the Bible are a firm foundation for our faith and lives. This hymn serves as a valuable summary of what the kids were reminded of this week and what we all need to be reminded of. The hymn has an interesting background, in that we don't know for certain who wrote it. It was also originally sung to the melody of "O Come, All Ye Faithful," a strange combination indeed! In the opening two verses the hymnwriter assures us of the power of Jesus and that He and His word are a firm foundation for us as we face trials in this life. This has been true for every generation of Christians, and it is true for you and me as well. In verses 3-7, the format changes. In these verses the LORD speaks to us personally. You can see this with the quotes in the text. These verses are taken from the LORD's words to His people in the Old and New Testament, and especially from the book of Isaiah. Several Biblical examples are given by the LORD as evidence for the promises that He makes to us. These real-life examples are proof that the LORD can and will be with us, deliver us, and never forsake us. What a joyful assurance for us all! The words of this hymn serve as a great source of comfort for the LORD's people, especially in the trials of this sinful world! Lord, bless our worship this weekend!

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: An 8.8 magnitude earthquake off Russia's coast sparks tsunami alerts from Japan to Chile as millions evacuate; VBS programs see record attendance and tens of thousands of salvations. FOCUS: Sean Feucht responds after Canadian officials fine a church and cancel worship events—what's really going on? MAIN THING: 19 nations unite for massive Indo-Pacific military drills—but will they stand united if China makes a move on Taiwan? LAST THING: 2 Timothy 1:7 – “For God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.” SHOW LINKS SEAN FEUCHT INTERVEW: https://youtu.be/SkqZyYUT5w0?feature=shared GARY LANE'S PODCAST: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-global-lane/id1817692674 Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Remember the WWJD bracelets? They still exist, cause Jesus never goes out of style. Here's a fast top 10 list of what Jesus did and still does for us. Join Krissy Bakke the hippie Christian as she celebrates VBS and our God that loves us so much.

In this episode, I explore the transformative nature of servant leadership, drawing on experiences from my recent work with junior crew leaders at VBS. The overwhelming involvement from the church community was inspiring and reminded me of the profound teachings of Jesus on service. Jesus not only taught about serving others but embodied it throughout his ministry, presenting the ultimate example for us to follow.We dive deep into the concept of service, referring back to biblical foundations in Exodus and the New Testament, where God clearly outlines His expectations for His people. I emphasize that we, as a collective body of believers, are called to be a kingdom of priests, serving as a bridge between God and the world. This notion is echoed by Peter in the New Testament, where he describes the church as a holy nation, illustrating our purpose to be set apart for the benefit of others, not just ourselves.Further, I engage the audience with practical reflections based on Jesus' act of washing his disciples' feet, which redefines greatness and what it means to serve. It challenges us to consider why, despite knowing these truths, we sometimes continue to fall short in our actions. To address this, I identify three key malformations in our lives that hinder our capacity to serve: self-sufficiency, unholy comfort, and illegitimate allegiance. Each of these idols distorts our understanding of service, leading us away from dependence on God's strength and grace.Throughout the discussion, I point out how self-sufficiency can create a bootstrap mentality that neglects the profound necessity of God's grace in our lives. Unholy comfort can lead us to avoid the discomfort required for genuine service, and I challenge listeners to reflect on privilege and justice in the context of their faith. Together, we explore the importance of living not in isolation but in a community, actively serving even those who may not align with us or whom we find challenging.In the second half of the episode, I emphasize counter-formation practices to combat these malformations. I outline the path of discipleship through intentional actions: being with Jesus, being like Jesus, and being on mission with Jesus. I suggest practical steps for creating a culture of service within our community, such as reevaluating our schedules to create margins for service and engaging in prayer as a constant reminder of our need for God.As we conclude, I underscore the radical notion that serving others is not just an act, but a heart posture that reflects the essence of Jesus' ministry. I challenge listeners to consider their personal responses to this calling and to identify ways they can step into their roles as servants in a world that so desperately needs Christ's love and light. Encouragement is given to reach out for prayer and support, reinforcing our commitment to each other in this journey of service. The episode is a powerful reminder of our shared mission to serve, grounded in the example of Jesus and ever reliant on His strength and grace.

Ken and Mike are in their third season of a trilogy of seasons, this season is focused on us in Christ. In this episode, they look at us in Christ verses from Ephesians. In them, we discover that in Christ we know God's will is to bring all things together in Christ, that we have an inheritance, are included, marked, and sealed by the Spirit. Mike and Ken discuss what we learn from these verses and how we can apply what we learn to our lives. The guys recently discussed things they would like to inherit, now they venture into the list of things they wouldn't like to inherit. A listener wants to know if the guys have ever been directly involved with vacation Bible school or VBS and if they'd share their experiences. And everyone has their first apartment, Ken and Mike remember the good, the not so good, and the quirky about there's.Passages: Ephesians 1:8b-14Support the show

Don't Stop Believing, Part 2 A sermon by Pastor Richard Sfameni, Lead Pastor at Victory Church, in Providence, RI. Opening and Welcome Greeting and response (“Amen. You may be seated. Praise the Lord…”) Appreciation for worship and participation Importance of authentic worship regardless of personal trial Your worship may inspire others seeing you worship through struggles Introduction to the Message Continuation of last week's sermon: “Don't Stop Believing” Central theme: The importance of faith Church communications and resources Plan to distribute more tools (study notes, questions, etc.) Request for members' contact information for improved communication Emphasis: Church is not just about large attendance, but engagement and making disciples The Church's Mission A. Contrast: Mere attendance vs. engagement and discipleship Mission to make disciples, not just fill seats Desire for everyone to participate in the mission Illustration: “Church is not a show” Story of the complaining church family and the child's remark Clarification: True purpose is the kingdom of God and being a church on mission Textual Foundation: Hebrews 12:1–4 Reading the passage: Call to run the race with endurance Surrounded by a “cloud of witnesses” Laying aside every weight and sin Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of faith Enduring hostility/persecution Context of Hebrews Audience: New Jewish believers facing persecution and discouragement Emphasis on Jesus' supremacy (greater than Moses, angels, law, etc.) Faith as a central theme—challenge to keep believing despite opposition The Value and Battle for Faith The cost and value of faith Faith is precious and under attack by the enemy Analogy: No one protects garbage; faith is worth guarding Scriptural support: 1 Peter 1:6–7 Faith tested by trials is more precious than gold Faith defined as taking God at His word, trusting His promises The devil's strategy Destroy faith to win the war for your soul Example: Peter's denial—Jesus prayed for his faith, not his flawless behavior Faith enables recovery from failure; without faith, all is lost Restoration possible in every area if faith remains Encouragement Against Discouragement Relating to listeners facing severe trials Message: Keep running, keep believing, keep trusting God Faith Lessons from Hebrews 12:1–4 Prompt: “I need to learn more about faith.” Faith as Armor and Protection Theme connection: VBS and the armor of God Shield of faith in spiritual warfare Attack of the enemy represented as “fiery darts” Practical reminder: The armor and shield are necessary for those following Christ Emphasis on being targeted by the enemy after choosing Christ Review of Main Points on Faith (from Hebrews 11 and 12) Examples of Faith Long-distance race imagery—a “cloud of witnesses” Heroes of faith in Hebrews 11: Overcame challenges through faith Romans 15:4—Scripture written for our learning and hope Hindrances of Faith Laying aside “every weight and sin” Illustration: Man with backpack in church = symbolic of carrying burdens Every person has weights unique to them; these hinder the race Philippians 3:12–14—Forgetting the past, pressing to the future Weights may be past hurts, offenses, or nostalgia for “good old days” God grants “divine forgetfulness;” past loses its sting through grace Warning: Some people's lives are diminished by holding onto the past Everyone gets hurt—must let go of past to move forward Analogy of car: Rear view mirror vs. windshield Not just bad things—even good things can keep you from the best Example from business literature: Jim Collins' “stop doing list” Need for focus and discipline; not every opportunity is for you Living With Focus and Purpose Personal examples (Clergy Day, Black Hawk helicopter story) Temptation to take on too much, even good things, but must focus on God's specific calling Pastor's personal callings—pastoring, discipling, international ministry Not every door is yours to walk through The Perseverance of Faith (Major Point) Key emphasis: Learning to persevere/endure Life of faith is a marathon, not a sprint Everyone must run their race for a lifetime Many start but give up because of opposition/discouragement Greek word “hupomonē”—active, determined perseverance despite hardship Perseverance needed in all areas: marriage, raising kids, ministry, career Illustrations: Father-son story—Elmer MacLurkin (a joke to show the importance of perseverance) Famous perseverance quote: Winston Churchill—“Never, never, never give up” Bible college anecdote: “Never, never, never quit”—words that rang true over time Practical encouragement Heroes like Noah and Abraham persevered over decades for God's promise Breakthroughs often come after the hardest trials—don't quit before your breakthrough God's grace picks you up after you fall; faith enables you to keep going Closing Exhortation and Prayer The way to persevere: Prayer and the Word Grace for endurance comes through prayer, worship, and Scripture Not about willpower, but about God's grace working in you Ministry anecdote: “You can quit Sunday afternoon, just show up Monday morning.” Final appeals Don't quit: on God, on relationships, on dreams, on your walk Don't miss your breakthrough—greatest attacks precede the next season Reiterate: “Don't quit. Don't give up. Never, never, never quit.” Closing prayer Ask God to ignite and strengthen the people's hearts with truth Call for going forward, not quitting, renewed by God's grace in word and prayer Recap: The critical, non-negotiable importance of daily connection to God's Word and prayer  

Join us for VBS this summer from July 27th-29th, followed by our VBS Family Block Party on July 30th from 6:00-8:00 pm!To register your kids visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScN9OLn5npsXY0oNl18dSNwNPCUb4rwqzdPkwnVY3GqAKNNyg/viewform?usp=header

Devotion Ecclesiastes 5:13-20 Announcements Outdoor service Parenting / Mentoring Workshop Quarterly Voters' Meeting Preparing Phoebes - Monday, July 21 from 7-9pm (5-8th grade girls bible study and fellowship) Board of Education - last night Ambassadors (as we speak) Thursday night Bible Study on Colossians at 6pm Men's Breakfast Friday 6:30am NO Women's Bible Study on Friday night VBS is next week Ladies Auxiliary next Wednesday at 2pm Prayer List  Pastor John Hein Pastor Tim Wheaton Jim Lien Alex, Miranda, and Ryleigh Hanel Karl Mueller Mike Schweim Mary Mackey New Teachers Rick Mariner Michael Wheaton Debra Mayhew Jackie Friedrichs Paul Nolting CLC Missions Bangladesh (South Asia) Hymn of the Day TLH 625 “Oh, Blest the House, Whate'er Befall”

In this solo episode of The Kelly Roach Show, Kelly shares the behind-the-scenes strategy behind building her second 8-figure business (and why she's taking a radically different path this time). After scaling The Business Advisory to 8 figures with high-ticket programs and a large team, Kelly knew she didn't want to grow her next company the same way. Enter The Virtual Business School: a lean, scalable, high-impact membership model that allows her to serve thousands with minimal infrastructure, low cost, and maximum freedom. This episode breaks down how Kelly made the decision to pivot, what she learned from growing multiple brands, and why now is the perfect time to rethink your business model. If you're feeling friction in your current business structure, this episode may be the blueprint for your next big shift.  Timestamps: 1:02 – A new 8-figure business begins: lessons from building the first one 4:46 – The problem with growing a high-ticket consultancy to $100M 6:12 – Testing 6 different business models to find the best path forward 11:13 – Why most online business education options are broken 13:04 – Introducing the Virtual Business School: a hybrid membership model 14:07 – Why this model finally aligned with Kelly's 9-figure vision 15:03 – Infrastructure, cost, and time freedom compared to high-ticket models 17:42 – The trust-building strategy that powers VBS's organic growth 20:21 – The 4 business model shifts to consider in the current market Resources: Join our text list and get the 11 types of Trust Building Offers Grab our FREE Trust Building Offer Guide: https://kellyroachinternational.kit.com/tbo  Join The Virtual Business School Membership for $59/mo, no contract: https://go.virtualbusinessschool.com/joinvbs  Explore our boutique consultancy: https://www.thebusinessadvisory.com/  Follow Kelly on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellyroachofficial/  Follow Kelly on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kelly.roach.520/   Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kellyroachint/ 

Pastor Micah Stephens preaches from Acts 28, exploring God's unusual kindness through Paul's shipwreck and viper bite on Malta. Reflecting on VBS and family time, he challenges believers to embrace obedience amid trials, trusting God's perfect plan even when it seems chaotic. Pastor Micah contrasts worldly expectations with God's sovereignty, emphasizing that hardships—like Paul's fourth shipwreck—lead to miraculous outcomes, such as Malta's transformation to Christianity. He urges reliance on God's unfailing promises, shaking off life's “vipers” to proclaim His goodness, reminding the church that true freedom comes from submission, turning apparent detours into divine missions for eternal glory.Verse References: Acts 28 verses 1–6, Hebrews 6 verse 18, John 8 verse 36, 1 John 5 verse 14, 1 Peter 5 verse 7, 1 John 1 verse 9, Romans 8 verse 28, 1 Corinthians 1 verses 25–27, 1 Corinthians 1 verse 27Make sure you subscribe to this channel and follow us on all our platforms to always stay up to date with our latest content!And you can always head over to our website for any general information!https://godspeak.comPrayer/NeedsIf you have any needs, or have a willingness to be used to meet various need in the body, please email info@godspeak.com. Also, let us know if you need prayer for anything.Giving is part of our worship time, and in this season, the easiest way to do that is online. If you go to our website, godspeak.com, you will see the "Give" tab in the top right corner. Or you can simply click this link https://pushpay.com/g/godspeakAny questions?Please feel free to email us, comment here, or DM us on Instagram any questions that you may have.Please Subscribe to this channel and turn on your notifications to be notified when our Livestreams start so you don't miss out! We hope you are blessed by the service!-The Godspeak Team

We celebrated VBS Sunday and Senior Pastor Jason Edwards shared his sermon, "True North."

The family services celebrated our VBS event that occurred earlier in the week. A great time of worship with children and a teaching to recap what the kids learned at VBS.

The family services celebrated our VBS event that occurred earlier in the week. A great time of worship with children and a teaching to recap what the kids learned at VBS.

In John 13, Jesus kneels to wash His disciples’ feet. He loves fully, even the ones who will fail Him. That’s the kind of love He calls us to. This message (a kickoff of our 2025 VBS theme) is a call to love loudly. To serve humbly. To show the world what Jesus is like—through how we treat others. The evidence of faith is love. And the world is watching.

Year C – 6th Sunday after Pentecost; Lectionary 16 – July 20, 2025 Pastor Megan Floyd Luke 10:38-42 Colossians 1:15-28 Grace and peace to you from our Lord, Jesus Christ, who is our center and our focus. Amen. *** Martha… Martha… Martha… Poor Martha gets a bad rap from this story… but I understand her, and I bet you do too… especially if you're an older sister or sibling. The text doesn't explicitly say who is the older sister… but I think anyone who knows sisters knows… that she's the older one. She has welcomed the traveling Jesus into her home and is bustling away at all the many tasks of hosting, while her sister sits at his feet, not lifting a finger… just listening… ugh!! Oh Martha… You know the stories that make us cringe… this is one of them for me… which tells me there is something in here that I need to pay attention to. Before we get into it, though, there are some interesting things I'd like to point out… The first is that we tend to harmonize our four gospels… and what I mean… is that in our remembering, we tend to blend the information between them, rather than remember the specifics between each of the gospel authors. There's nothing wrong with that… after all, that's how we tell the full story of Jesus' birth! But it also means that when we hear a story about Martha and Mary, we might immediately remember that Lazarus, whom Jesus raised from the dead, had two sisters… Martha and Mary… and they lived in Bethany. Except that Luke never mentions Lazarus… nor does Luke write that Jesus is passing through Bethany. What he writes is… “Now as they went on their way, he entered a certain village, where a woman named Martha welcomed him into her home. If they were sisters to Lazarus, or any other male, it would have been his home… but no… this is Martha's house. And that right there is something to notice… Jesus could have chosen nearly any other home in this certain village, where the host of the home would have been a man. That would have been expected and proper… but Jesus chooses to honor the home of two single women. And then… we hear that sister Mary is sitting at Jesus' feet, listening to what he was saying and learning from him. She is wholly focused on Jesus. But women weren't usually given this preferred place of discipleship… and yet, Jesus chose her… he teaches her. And Martha… poor Martha… Martha was doing what anyone at that time would have expected of her… she was busy in the kitchen and distracted by all the tasks of entertaining company. We've talked about hospitality in the ancient world before… Martha was offering hospitality to these travelers who had come to her home. So even with these seemingly small details, we can take note… Jesus is, once again, turning things upside down and breaking down barriers. So given the entirety of this situation… when I read his rebuke of Martha… I hear him speaking to her in a loving and warm tone. He may be telling her that Mary has made the better choice, but I hear him speaking in a loving way… inviting her to consider that he's not your typical guest. He tells her… she is worried and distracted by many things, but right in that moment… with Jesus in her home… there is need of only one thing… Him. I so… resonate with this story. I find it so easy to get caught up in details and plans that I can forget what the goal was at the start. And I know faith communities are not immune to this… we gather here in the name of Christ, but how often do congregations get wrapped up in unnecessary details? We've only just begun our time together… you and me… but I know at some point, this will come up because it's a completely human thing to have happen… We'll get sidetracked and distracted by details, and we will need to remember that Jesus is why we gather for worship and study, Jesus is why we give of our time and our treasure, and Jesus is why we serve. The focus of our mission here… is simple… it's Jesus. So… as you all know, we just concluded a very fun week of VBS. We had a small group of kids… and a wonderfully large group of older youth and adults who showed up to volunteer. They busied themselves in the kitchen, preparing our dinner and cleaning up afterward, and they planned bible lessons, crafts, and games. All so that our small group of little kids would feel surrounded by love and support as they learned about Jesus! …Jesus was our mission. By those counts, it was a very successful week! These folks all showed up ready to serve… just like Martha served… except their focus was on Jesus… just like Mary. You see… I don't think Jesus was telling Martha that her tasks were bad… I think he was telling her that her focus was off. She was focused on her tasks instead of being focused on him. Jesus doesn't say that serving others is bad… keep in mind that immediately before he comes to Martha and Mary's home, he has just told a lawyer that serving your neighbor in love is how we serve and honor God. Serving is good… and learning is good… So it's not what you are doing… It's why you are doing it. Why do you serve… study… sing… worship? What is your motivation? I do these things… and I think you do too… because we follow Jesus, and we know that giving time and space in our lives for Jesus changes the way we interact with the world. Love… changes how we interact. When we remember that Jesus is the image of the invisible God, and through him, all things on heaven and earth were created… and that in him, all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and that through him, God was pleased to reconcile all things back to God. When we remember all this… and that the great mystery of it all… is that Jesus Christ dwells in each of us… because of love… we are changed… transformed! Jesus is calling us to himself, and Jesus is the better part of anything we can do… because Jesus knows that if we allow the love of Christ to be central in our lives… then the world will never be the same. And so, we rejoice! We rejoice with Martha and Mary… with Peter, James, and John… With Pheobe and Lydia… with Paul and Barnabas… We rejoice with all those who have come before us in the faith, and all who will come to Christ after… We rejoice that Jesus Christ is our focus… no matter the shape of our ministry in this world… be it cooking, nursing, driving, feeding, cleaning, studying, praying, singing silly songs with kids… or any number of other ways we can show love in this world… We rejoice that Christ is at the center of it all… the truest source of love, and our reason for being. Amen.

Testimony Moment Invite a volunteer or child (with parent) to briefly share what VBS meant to them. Introduction: A Week to Remember This past week, our church was filled with laughter, games, memory verses, crafts, music, and the unmistakable energy of children discovering that Jesus loves them . But…

This morning, Bro. Randy was in Psalm 119 as we prepare to begin a week full of VBS activities, working with and teaching young people about Christ and His sacrifice for us.

Join us for our VBS this summer from July 27th-30th! If you want to help/donate/volunteer, then email Natalie Pollard at natalie@alcspringfield.org.To register your kids visit:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1cDyUik3gvRaMWDARY96NBrAtOaqOABUouhrqF_7d7ek/edit

Watch as Lego forgets to send the dress code memo to the rest of the family at a "Christian media event." We get to watch Duggar Time happen and the impact it has on the crew. The brood rolls into the Georgia Aquarium and get a meet n' greet with a couple of penguins. We get a multitude of Jinger faces and watch Cannon get her engine revved up for her man in a wetsuit...ew (I didn't even like typing that).A couple of episodes ago we saw Jill "teaching" some young kids in a blue polo with the Children's Institute logo on it. In this Dig, we explore what exactly that is and how it was totally better "back in my day"! It seems a little like Billy G's version of VBS...V.I.B.L.P.S. if you will.Enjoy what you hear? Would you like to support a couple of troubled bubbles in Arizona? Well head on over to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.buymeacoffee.com/diggingupthedug⁠⁠⁠ . ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠If you would like to grab a jar and become one of the Pickle People, you get ad-free episodes, and even get them early. We post bonus episodes with Duggar content, personal topics, Mildred Mondays (gotta give the people what they want), recipes and other goodies. Join us on insta ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@digginguptheduggarspod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We also have a P.O. Box 5973, Glendale AZ, 85312

In this candid and quirky episode of What's On Your Mind (WOYM), Scott Hennen and Kevin Flynn take listeners on a ride through local governance, military tech, and even a little gender controversy—all with listener calls and plenty of spirited back-and-forth. You'll hear an engaging chat with Fargo City Auditor Steve Sprague about misunderstood budget myths and the truth behind utility fees. Plus, the team dives into shifting defense priorities, Ukrainian battlefield drone innovations, and a wild VBS story that sparked a bigger convo about culture in small-town churches. Oh, and yes—Scott finally tells the story of how watching Scotty grow led to a career in radio.

EP 252: This week, Andy and Chuck take over the mic for a special episode highlighting Mission Peoria—a weeklong summer experience that's changing lives and transforming a city.From painting inner-city churches to leading VBS-style programs in local neighborhoods, Mission Peoria empowers students to serve, love, and lead. Every day is filled with hands-on service, community outreach through Metro Kids, and powerful evening worship experiences known as Mission Peoria Nights. The week wraps up with Backpack Peoria, where students help distribute 2,000 backpacks full of school supplies to kids in need.Whether you're a youth pastor, student, or just someone who loves seeing the church in action, this episode will inspire you to get involved and make a difference. Peoria is the mission field—and revival is already happening.Learn more and get involved at dreamcenterpeoria.org/missionpeoria 

Want to make your VBS better every year? Then this episode is for you! Join host Hannah Peckett Augustine as she interviews Debbie Rhoads on her VBS Scorecard. Debbie shares amazing ways to assess your VBS before and after to create an environment where kids and families can encounter Jesus. Whether you've completed VBS this summer or are still anticipating an amazing week, this episode will leave you feeling equipped and encouraged!To access Debbie's VBS Scorecard, click here: https://bit.ly/VBSScorecard.

As the Ark of the Lord made its return journey to the City of David, David is faced with two realities of God: He is dangerous and He is good. Discover how to live in the presence of God's dangerous glory just as David did. Pastor Nate Keeler shares "The Dangerous Glory of God" from 2 Samuel 6. Please sign our digital Connection Card Member Luncheon is on Sunday, July 27 at 12pm. Register now Sign up to decorate the church for VBS. On September 7, 2025 we will be changing to 3 services. Traditional at 8:30am and Contemporary at 10am and 11:30am. More details to follow. Thank you for your generosity. Give online Love in Action is our benevolence fund. To donate visit https://ppay.co/MbvAbUwuuTg Downloaded the Children's Bulletin. License: CSPL066641 Size D #church #David #Glory

Nick Clason breaks down the battle between Done-for-You and custom church social media—and why your ministry might need both. Discover how a hybrid ministry strategy saves time and amplifies your church's voice. This episode unpacks it all and points you to the ☀️SUMMER Social Pack—the perfect combo of polish and personalization. ☀️ SUMMER SOCIAL MEDIA PACK https://www.patreon.com/hybridministry/shop/summer-seasonal-social-media-1540452?utmmedium=clipboardcopy&utmsource=copyLink&utmcampaign=productsharecreator&utmcontent=join_link *

In this episode of Weekend Debrief, Dave and Wes discuss what progress is being made on the building, VBS, milk-jug igloos, and the mission's focus for the month. The 200th LIVE episode is coming on July 13th. Stay after the 2nd service to participate in the recording. Make sure to bring some great questions! Send comments or additional questions to (971) 301-2414 or ⁠podcast@graceindallas.org⁠. Recommended Links: Missions Partner Highlight for July (BreakThrough Ministries) - https://www.facebook.com/breakthroughministrymx Spotify Podcast Link - https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/graceindallas Apple Podcast Link - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grace-church-dallas-oregon/id414919476 Podcast Sponsor: Silver Falls Coffee - ⁠https://silverfallscoffee.com Christian Online Bookstore: 10 of Those - https://us.10ofthose.com/

Does Jesus have permission to allow the storms in our life so that we might recognize our own smallness? And isn't it His intervention in the storm that reveals His vast care for us?

In this week's sermon, we look at Jesus teaching in Matthew 7:13-14 about the broad and narrow paths. As we are stating VBS this week, we link our theme of "True North" together with this idea of Jesus guiding us down the path. We're glad that you made it to this sermon! We are also available on Youtube. For more information on our worship services or church as a whole, visit fbcwest.com

This is your Friday Refresh brought to you by the Stayin Alive Disco Dodgeball Tournament that takes place at Mars Hill Bible School in Florence Alabama on August 16, 2025. All proceeds benefit St. Jude Research Hospital. Festivities will begin at 10 AM. More info at BenandTravis.com/Dodgeball The first half of my summer has been pretty! So I took a little break from the Friday Refresh for a couple of weeks. I got to hang out a day or two with some spiritual heroes of mine, Halo and Rhonda Fernandez as my family helped them prepare for a VBS in Munford Alabama. Then Travis and I spent a little time in Lexington, Kentucky with the North Lexington Church of Christ for a mental health workshop. After being home a few short days I took off with a few members of my family and we road tripped from North Alabama to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We went about four days on the beautiful Mackinac Island for my daughter's Senior Trip and then saw some waterfalls and NFL football stadiums on the way home. After barely resting we spent the week in one of my favorites places on earth — Maywood Christian Camp. Such great memories from over 30 straight years of spending a week of my summer there. Links mentioned in this episode: http://www.benandtravis.com http://www.facebook.com/groups/benandtravis http://www.patreon.com/benandtravis Reframing Hope Book https://www.benandtravis.com/books Helping. Healing. Humor. with Ben and Travis: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/batify/id1457601152?mt=2&uo=4 Good Old Fashioned Dislike podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/good-old-fashioned-dislike/id1643163790 Co-Producers: Justin B., Doris C., Rhonda F., Scott K., Mary H. This podcast is hosted by ZenCast.fm

Today Pastor Mike & Connor sit down and talk about all the blessings about and to come from VBS at GCO this year. If you were involved in VBS by attending or serving, we are so thankful to have you with us!

Today Pastor Mike & Connor sit down and talk about all the blessings about and to come from VBS at GCO this year. If you were involved in VBS by attending or serving, we are so thankful to have you with us!

VBS week is a wrap! Jeff shares some gratitude for our staff and volunteers who made it all possible. 

The vastness of the universe is made small in God's hands, and yet He was and is overlooked by so many. With childlike faith, we can appreciate Him for who He is.

Segment 1: • Is America right to intervene? The Middle East crisis raises tough theological and political questions. • Distinguishing between national Israel and covenant Israel requires careful biblical thinking. • Todd introduces Just War Theory: legitimate government, last resort, just cause — but it's not so simple. Segment 2: • The Just War debate gets even messier when we add goals, methods, and terms of peace. • Terror attacks complicate the moral landscape—how do Christians think clearly here? • Biblical principles demand wisdom, not just reactionary headlines. Segment 3: • A violent attack in Michigan stopped by brave church members — do you have a plan? • Churches must take serious security precautions in an increasingly hostile culture. • Evil doesn't take Sundays off — wise leadership includes protecting the flock. Segment 4: • VBS has morphed — but should kids lead Sunday worship? • Entertainment-driven services may feel fun, but undermine biblical worship. • Worship isn't a Whoopty Doo Fest; it's about glorifying God, not entertaining people. ___ Thanks for listening! Wretched Radio would not be possible without the financial support of our Gospel Partners. If you would like to support Wretched Radio we would be extremely grateful. VISIT https://fortisinstitute.org/donate/ If you are already a Gospel Partner we couldn't be more thankful for you if we tried!

Pastor Micah Stephens delivers a dynamic message from Acts 9, exploring the transformative power of the Holy Spirit through Saul's dramatic conversion to Paul. From a zealous persecutor of Christians, Saul becomes a chosen vessel for Christ, illustrating God's ability to redeem even the worst enemies. Pastor Micah contrasts Saul's murderous intent with his radical obedience after encountering Jesus, emphasizing that God's grace turns Satan's plans against him. Drawing from personal anecdotes, like his VBS teaching and family lake trip, he encourages believers to embrace their role as vessels for God's purpose, trusting in His transformative power despite seeming impossibilities. Pastor Micah calls for obedience, urging the church to reject fear and persecution, knowing Christ bears their burdens and uses trials for His glory.Verse References: Acts 9 verses 1–22, Acts 8 verses 1–3, Acts 5 verses 34–39, 1 Corinthians 2 verses 7–8, Hebrews 11 verse 8, 2 Corinthians 5 verse 17, 1 Timothy 1 verses 15–16, 2 Timothy 2 verses 20–21, Genesis 50 verse 20, Acts 9 verse 31, Acts 26 verse 14, Judges 14 verse 4Make sure you subscribe to this channel and follow us on all our platforms to always stay up to date with our latest content!And you can always head over to our website for any general information!https://godspeak.comPrayer/NeedsIf you have any needs, or have a willingness to be used to meet various need in the body, please email info@godspeak.com. Also, let us know if you need prayer for anything.Giving is part of our worship time, and in this season, the easiest way to do that is online. If you go to our website, godspeak.com, you will see the "Give" tab in the top right corner. Or you can simply click this link https://pushpay.com/g/godspeakAny questions?Please feel free to email us, comment here, or DM us on Instagram any questions that you may have.Please Subscribe to this channel and turn on your notifications to be notified when our Livestreams start so you don't miss out! We hope you are blessed by the service!-The Godspeak Team

Learn your hand motions and get ready to flamingle because we're talking about the NOs of VBS! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan as we give you the history of Vacation Bible School and deep-dive into some truly fantastic listener comments. You'll hear about surprise VBS sex education tips from The Popcast, making up prayer requests for attention, and so much more! What's the worst theme, and is this church activity merely free childcare? You'll have to listen to find out!  MENTIONS Anti-Christian Nationalism Merch: Check out The Faith Adjacent Shop  Want the spicy stories? Listen to The Spicy NOs of VBS on Patreon History of Vacation Bible School: Learn more from Lifeway The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon.   I've Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | See Erin in Real Life at a Book Stop Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Learn your hand motions and get ready to flamingle because we're talking about the NOs of VBS! Join Jamie, Erin, and Evan as we give you the history of Vacation Bible School and deep-dive into some truly fantastic listener comments. You'll hear about surprise VBS sex education tips from The Popcast, making up prayer requests for attention, and so much more! What's the worst theme, and is this church activity merely free childcare? You'll have to listen to find out!  MENTIONS Anti-Christian Nationalism Merch: Check out The Faith Adjacent Shop  Want the spicy stories? Listen to The Spicy NOs of VBS on Patreon History of Vacation Bible School: Learn more from Lifeway The Faith Adjacent Seminary: Support us on Patreon.   I've Got Questions by Erin Moon: Order Here | See Erin in Real Life at a Book Stop Subscribe to our Newsletter: The Dish from Faith Adjacent Faith Adjacent Merch: Shop Here Shop our Amazon Link: amazon.com/shop/faithadjacent Follow Faith Adjacent on Socials: Instagram  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices