Podcasts about Watermark

In Obadiah, why is Edom singled out for such strong judgment? In Jonah 4, why is Jonah so angry about Nineveh's repentance—and what does that reaction reveal about his understanding of God? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark student, Paige Fowler, and discuss why God speaks to the nations who are not Israel. They discuss how we ought to handle anger we might feel toward the Lord and others.                                                                 Additional references: Romans 7:15-20; Ephesians 2:13Students! Check out Shoreline on Wednesday nights! https://www.watermark.org/ministries/shorelineIf you're a student and want to register for the Watermark Student Retreat, go to: https://www.watermark.org/events/6650-watermark-students-retreat-2025Check out Great Questions if you have any questions about faith and theology. https://www.watermark.org/ministries/great-questionsYou can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources!https://www.jointhejourney.com/Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981df

Why does Amos call out those who feel “secure on Mount Samaria”? What does this reveal about the cultural and political climate in Israel at the time? How should we understand the promise to “raise up the booth of David” in Amos 9:11-15? In today's episode, Director of Equipping, Chris Sherrod, and Watermark member Cassidy Webber answer these questions from Amos 6-9 and discuss the consequences that God's people were experiencing in this passage.Check out Great Questions if you have any questions about faith and theology. https://www.watermark.org/ministries/great-questionsYou can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources!https://www.jointhejourney.com/Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981df

Amos begins by indicting surrounding nations before turning to Israel—why might he structure his message this way, and how would that have impacted his original audience? How does God's rejection of Israel's worship in Amos 5 help us understand the relationship between justice and worship in the Old Testament? In today's episode, Director of Equipping, Chris Sherrod, talks with Watermark member, Cassidy Webber about Amos 1-5. Cassidy sets up the book of Amos for listeners and help answer these questions from the first 5 chapters. Check out Great Questions if you have any questions about faith and theology. https://www.watermark.org/ministries/great-questionsYou can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources!https://www.jointhejourney.com/Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981df

This week, Pastor Ben Applebee continues off our new series called "Membership", by focusing on judging one another. Prepare for this spicy topic!Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

We all go through dry seasons in life. In this powerful message Ps. Michael reveals how we can refresh ourselves and others through these seasons as we answer the call of God for our life.

Using alchemy and electricity, a man builds a doorway that's meant to isolate the mind of anyone who passes through it. Genre: Horror, Mystery, Science Fiction   Excerpt: “A whole twisted into a new shape that does not remember the old. A whole slowly sliced into pieces that do not know how to come back together. And so they move farther and farther apart. That is what your doorway has done to me.”   What story or stories am I revisiting in this episode? Each Season 8 episode is a standalone story, but it's connected to or inspired by a previous story through a character, a place, an object, a concept, a continuation of events (ahem, sequel), and so on. This story is inspired by another one I've written where someone uses “arcane practices” to build a device intended for good, only to later realize that the device has unexpected and dangerous effects: The Mirror of Displacement.   MY FIRST BOOK (yay)Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written?  I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available from Amazon as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover. You can also get there from my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE  The Store page also has sign-up forms for my two email newsletters: Storyfeather Gazette (if you'd like to keep up with the fiction I create) Fictioneer's Field Guide (if you'd like writing tips and guidance from me) Choose what you want. (Either way, you're choosing high jinks.)   MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork? Please visit my Store page for info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE   CREDITSStory: “The Doorway of Disarray” Copyright © 2021 by Nila L. Patel Narration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production:  Nila L. Patel   Music: “Whispers” by Nicholas Jeudy (Intro & Outro) “Abstract Vision #5” by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro)   Music by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Dark Fantasy Studio) “Monochromatic stain” “Unsolved” “Inspector” “Evidence” “Whispers” “Prisma” “Experiment 3” “Experiment 6” “Experiment 7” “Unclassified” “Ghost hacker” “Investigation day” “Profiler” All these tracks are part of a music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market.   Music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev Market Sound effects from AudioJungle, and GameDevMarket, and Soundly (through Hindenburg) Vocal effects created with Audacity Changes made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration.   Find more music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov at gamedevmarket.net Find more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description: Digital drawing. Slightly left of center, a man in a suit seen from the back steps toward a detached doorway into a hazy light. Sitting up at his left is a dog with tongue lolling out, gazing up at the man. To the right is a portable generator.  Wires lead from the generator and wrap around the doorframe. The dog, man, and generator cast shadows. Right foreground, another dog seen in profile from head to top of chest, with red eyes, notches in the ears, and red spittle dripping from the mouth, stares at the man. Faint outlines of shelving are seen in the background. Watermark of “Storyfeather” along left side of doorway.

God's sovereignty, “abomination of desolation”, and prophecy, oh my! Emma Dotter and faithful Watermark member Kathy Hempel Cox discuss Daniel 8-12, observing how God faithfully fulfills His promises and our calling to respond in prayer, obedience, and trust.Additional Scripture:Matthew 24:15-282 Thessalonians 2:3-4 – “Let no one deceive you in any way. For that day will not come, unless the rebellion comes first, and the man of lawlessness is revealed, the son of destruction, who opposes and exalts himself against every so-called god or object of worship, so that he takes his seat in the temple of God, proclaiming himself to be God.”Deuteronomy 29:29 – “The secret things belong to the Lord our God, but the things that are revealed belong to us and to our children forever, that we may do all the words of this law.”Additional Links:Check out Kathy's previous episode!https://open.spotify.com/episode/2l2FmCQNbDKxlK8Qh6RkaN?si=iXXo4-xSRFeTaLQJ0bHNywInterested in praying for the local body at Watermark? Sign up below using the link!https://watermark.us2.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=ad1ba61e7ac85da94881213f1&id=5875986885 Desire to pray for the unreached? Download the Unreached of the Day app!https://joshuaproject.net/pray/unreachedoftheday/appCheck out the Join The Journey Devotionals here!https://www.jointhejourney.com/You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

In today's episode of the CONVERSATION podcast, we have Pastor Ben and Teri Dunham talk about Small Groups and Bible Studies what their role is in the church!Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

How should we understand the kingdoms in Daniel's visions-and what do they teach us about God's control over human history? What does Daniel teach us about living faithfully in a culture that doesn't follow God? Who is the "Son of Man" in Daniel 7, and why is that title so important to understanding Jesus? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member Bobby Crotty break down each chapter in Daniel 4-7 and help us understand the theological truths within these passages. To access great commentary recommendations, check out www.bestcommentaries.com Check out Bible study resources on the Join The Journey website! https://www.jointhejourney.com/resourcesCheck out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources!https://www.jointhejourney.com/Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981df

Today, Pastor Ben Applebee continues off our new series called "Membership", which focuses on the One Anothers in the Church! In this week's message, Pastor Ben talks about having peace with one another... through the forge of membership!Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

What is the river of life in Ezekiel 47? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member Mandy Sisco talk about what the river of life teach us about healing or God's presence. They also discuss the priestly roles, purity laws, and worship regulations in Ezekiel 44-46 in light of the new covenant. John 7:37-39; 1 Peter 2; Ezekiel 36:26To hear more from Mandy! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-059-exodus-17-18/id1600151923?i=1000605527493https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s2-060-exodus-19/id1600151923?i=1000605698727Check out T.A.'s Ezekiel message: https://www.watermark.org/message/12380-new-life-and-new-livingYou can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources!https://www.jointhejourney.com/Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981dfCheck out the study sheet for the book of Ezekiel: https://assets.ctfassets.net/t8fa2ob1jrlx/1nfYhjBL8GoghOiWIQ8idp/72e3e691a949f1ca64db8f43b2a07eda/26-Ezekiel-Study-Sheet.pdf

Once, a colossal egg floated in space.  It was the size of a planet, and it orbited the twin stars of a system somewhere in a galaxy far from our own. Genre: Mythology, Science Fiction   Excerpt: Many things have hatched from many eggs. Some terrible. Some wonderful. Some massive.  Some minuscule. Was there not a poet that spoke of the egg's perfection as a container?  No hinge, no edge, no keyhole, and yet, the newest and weakest of creatures can break through, and in doing so, prove themselves worthy of entering the world.   What story or stories am I revisiting in this episode? Each Season 8 episode is a standalone story, but it's connected to or inspired by a previous story through a character, a place, an object, a concept, a continuation of events (ahem, sequel), and so on. I've written so many stories that I now have more than one story about eggs.  More. Than. One. Is…too many? Here they are if need to binge-listen to episodes about eggs: “Finden's Egg Pocket” “The Iolyran Serpent” “This Egg Is Not an Egg”   MY FIRST BOOK (yay)Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written?  I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available from Amazon as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover. You can also get there from my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE   The Store page also has sign-up forms for my two email newsletters: Storyfeather Gazette (if you'd like to keep up with the fiction I create) Fictioneer's Field Guide (if you'd like writing tips and guidance from me) Choose what you want. (Either way, you're choosing high jinks.)   MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork? Please visit my Store page for info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE   CREDITSStory: “Many Things Have Hatched” Copyright © 2021 by Nila L. Patel Narration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production:  Nila L. Patel   Music: “Space Discoveries” by ANDREW SITKOV (Intro & Outro) “Abstract Vision #5” by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro)   Music by ANDREW SITKOV (MuzStation Game Music)* “Freedom” “Space Discoveries” “Abstract Vision #3” “Unknown Terrain” “Abstract Vision #6” “Abstract Vision #9” “Abstract Vision #4” “Dark Side” “Among the Stars”   All these tracks are part of a music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market.   Music by Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev Market Vocal effects created with Audacity Changes made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration. Find more music by Andrew Sitkov at gamedevmarket.net Find more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description: Digital drawing. At center, an egg whose translucent surface reveals a reptilian creature curled within, facing right. The creature's head in profile shows a closed eye and a mouth with a beak-like upper lid. Four small limbs protrude from the torso, on which scales are faintly visible. The creature's tail curves back under its head. The egg floats in a primordium with two tiny glowing bodies at top left. Glowing cracks with crystalline nodules run along the shell's surface. Watermark of “Storyfeather” curves along the egg at right.

What is the Valley of Dry Bones and Gog and Magog? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and faithful Watermark member Matt Moss discuss God's works of renewal observed in Ezekiel 35-38 and how He breathes life into the Israelites as they enter the Promised Land once again.Additional Scripture:John 15:5 – “I am the vine; you are the branches. Whoever abides in me and I in him, he it is that bears much fruit, for apart from me you can do nothing.”1 Thessalonians 5:19 – “Do not quench the Spirit.”Additional Links:Have questions? Check out Watermark's Great Questions ministry!https://www.watermark.org/ministries/great-questionsYou can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources!https://www.jointhejourney.com/Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981dfCheck out the study sheet for the book of Ezekiel: https://assets.ctfassets.net/t8fa2ob1jrlx/1nfYhjBL8GoghOiWIQ8idp/72e3e691a949f1ca64db8f43b2a07eda/26-Ezekiel-Study-Sheet.pdf

Why are the nations outside the covenant accountable to God for their response to His people? What's significant about the fall of Tyre? What do we learn about Egypt? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member Ryan Clark answer these questions as they dive into Ezekiel 25-29. Additional references:Matthew 6:24Check out our Middle School ministry, Wake! https://www.watermark.org/ministries/wakeYou can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources!https://www.jointhejourney.com/Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981dfCheck out the study sheet for the book of Ezekiel: https://assets.ctfassets.net/t8fa2ob1jrlx/1nfYhjBL8GoghOiWIQ8idp/72e3e691a949f1ca64db8f43b2a07eda/26-Ezekiel-Study-Sheet.pdf

In today's episode, Jermaine Harrison and Watermark member Sarah Ewing talk about Ezekiel's response to God in the midst of hard circumstances and how Ezekiel trusts God's ultimate plan, even when the grief and pain is hard to walk through.You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources!https://www.jointhejourney.com/Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981dfCheck out the study sheet for the book of Ezekiel: https://assets.ctfassets.net/t8fa2ob1jrlx/1nfYhjBL8GoghOiWIQ8idp/72e3e691a949f1ca64db8f43b2a07eda/26-Ezekiel-Study-Sheet.pdf

Today, Pastor Ben Applebee kicks off our new series called "Membership", which focuses on the One Anothers in the Church!Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

What do we know about the lioness and her cubs mentioned in Ezekiel 19?  What does the imagery of the vine allude to throughout Scripture? In today's episode, Will McIlroy talks with Watermark member Ethan Howard about Ezekiel 19-21 and helps us understand the imagery presented in these chapters of Ezekiel and how they tie into Christ. Additional references: Genesis 49:8-10You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources!https://www.jointhejourney.com/Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981dfCheck out the study sheet for the book of Ezekiel: https://assets.ctfassets.net/t8fa2ob1jrlx/1nfYhjBL8GoghOiWIQ8idp/72e3e691a949f1ca64db8f43b2a07eda/26-Ezekiel-Study-Sheet.pdf

In Ezekiel 16-18, what is all the imagery talking about? What does it mean that "the soul who sins shall die?" and "Does God take pleasure in the death of the wicked? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member Brett Bruster answer these questions and discuss best Bible study practices for challenges passages, like here in Ezekiel. Additional references: Exodus 20Check out the Ezekiel commentaries by Daniel Block: https://a.co/d/an7FOseTo dig in deeper, check out: www.bestcommentaries.comYou can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources!https://www.jointhejourney.com/Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981dfCheck out the study sheet for the book of Ezekiel: https://assets.ctfassets.net/t8fa2ob1jrlx/1nfYhjBL8GoghOiWIQ8idp/72e3e691a949f1ca64db8f43b2a07eda/26-Ezekiel-Study-Sheet.pdf

An astrobiologist gathers and assembles clues from across time to help solve a cosmic mystery that threatens to doom Earth.  Genre: Science Fiction, Mythology     Excerpt: From the depths of the cosmos they come…warping all around them as they go. Time. Matter. Energy. Will. Shifting between the unknowable and the knowable. Per our current understanding, the entity moves through the cosmos and through dimensions, through all levels of existence, differentiating like a cell, gaining specific characteristics, (maybe gaining awareness…   What story or stories am I revisiting in this episode? Each Season 8 episode is a standalone story, but it's connected to or inspired by a previous story through a character, a place, an object, a concept, a continuation of events (ahem, sequel), and so on. This week's episode aims to answer some unanswered questions I left in a Season 4 episode called “Professor Gadston.”   MY FIRST BOOK (yay)Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written?  I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available from Amazon as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover.  You can also get there from my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE   The Store page also has sign-up forms for my two email newsletters: Storyfeather Gazette (if you'd like to keep up with the fiction I create) Fictioneer's Field Guide (if you'd like writing tips and guidance from me) Choose what you want. (Either way, you're choosing high jinks.)   MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork? Please visit my Store page for info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE   CREDITSStory: “Doctor Spencer's Fallen Star” Copyright © 2021 by Nila L. Patel Narration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production:  Nila L. Patel   Music: “Connecting dots” by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Intro & Outro) “Abstract Vision #5” by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro)   Music by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Dark Fantasy Studio) “Complexe Mind” “Connecting dots” “Cold case” “Connected” “Compass” “Cyber” “City”   All these tracks are part of a music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market.   Music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev Market Sound effects from AudioJungle, and GameDevMarket Changes made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration.   Find more music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov at gamedevmarket.net Find more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description: Digital drawing: A mask-like face at center with sharp angled eye holes, a mouthpiece shaped like jagged teeth, and a beak-like nose. Instead of a body, an amorphous form flows out and up from behind two small ears, where the neck would be expected. A wake of glowing light flows out from the face's jaw, indicating movement at great speeds. Below and behind the face, bottom half of image, the translucent hint of a planet and a large continent. Watermark of “Storyfeather” along border of visible continent.

How does this passage point forward to the New Covenant and spiritual transformation through Christ? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark college student, Ridge Thomas, about Ezekiel 11:17-21. Together they discuss how Ezekiel points to the New Testament and the salvation we receive through Christ and how the Holy Spirit helps change our heart posture to be more sensitive to his leading. Check out all that's available for college students here at Watermark! https://www.watermark.org/ministries/collegeYou can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6SG7aaE1ZjjFkgB34G8zp3?si=c960a63736904665Check out the Join The Journey Website for today's devotional and more resources!https://www.jointhejourney.com/Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Watermark-Community-Church/author/B0BRYP5MQK?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1755623322&sr=8-1&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true&ccs_id=8aeeec3b-6c1c-416d-87ae-5dfbbb6981dfCheck out the study sheet for the book of Ezekiel: https://assets.ctfassets.net/t8fa2ob1jrlx/1nfYhjBL8GoghOiWIQ8idp/72e3e691a949f1ca64db8f43b2a07eda/26-Ezekiel-Study-Sheet.pdf

Today on the "CONVERSATION Podcast", Pastor Ben Applebee is joined by Teri Dunham to discuss how Discipleship and Schools mix, in a 3 part series. Ben and Teri wrap up their 3 part series with the 3rd and final part, which focuses on Private Education!Link to the The Carey Nieuwhof Leadership Podcast mentioned in this episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-carey-nieuwhof-leadership-podcast/id912753163?i=1000567927751Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

Left and Leaving is the second album by Canadian indie rock band The Weakerthans, and it's often regarded as their defining statement. Released in 2000, the record blends literate, introspective lyrics with punk roots and folk-tinged melodies. Frontman John K. Samson, formerly of Propagandhi, brings a poet's eye for detail and a novelist's sense of character, crafting songs about lost love, aging ideals, hometown melancholy, and quiet resilience.Set against the backdrop of Winnipeg — a recurring character in their work — the album captures emotional nuance with rare honesty. Tracks like “Aside,” “Watermark,” and the heartbreaking title track “Left and Leaving” feel both deeply personal and universally relatable. The band's sound is understated but rich, weaving melodic guitar lines with steady, unflashy rhythms that give the lyrics room to breathe.More than just an indie rock album, Left and Leaving is a gentle, profound meditation on the spaces we inhabit, the people we miss, and the versions of ourselves we try to hold onto — or let go of.Listen on Apple MusicListen on SpotifyWhat did you think of this album? Send us a text! Support the showPatreonWebsitePolyphonic Press Discord ServerFollow us on InstagramContact: polyphonicpressmusic@gmail.comDISCLAIMER: Due to copyright restrictions, we are unable to play pieces of the songs we cover in these episodes. Playing clips of songs are unfortunately prohibitively expensive to obtain the proper licensing. We strongly encourage you to listen to the album along with us on your preferred format to enhance the listening experience.

What is the setup the book of Ezekiel? Why does it seem to be a strange book? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark member, Nathan Wagnon, about Ezekiel 1-4. Nathan gives us the historical background of the book and helps us understand what God is communicating through the imagery at the beginning of this book.Check out Nathan's previous episode to hear about the ancient near east zones of the cosmos:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s4-168-isaiah-6-9/id1600151923?i=1000717344455Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

This Sunday, Pastor Bucky Dennis concludes our series called "How Stuff Works", with his sermon called "The Final Word on Wisdom"!Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

Lamentations is a book expressing grief and lament. In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark member, Brigiette Waldier about Lamentations 1-2. Brigiette sets up the book of Lamentations and answers the questions, "how does Lamentations portray the grief of God's people--and what can we learn about expressing sorrow biblically?" They also talk about Lamentations 2 and what it reveals about God's justice and compassion. If you are in a season of lament, check out our care ministries here: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/care

A merchant vessel enters a system with rigid laws about visitors, and almost succeeds in making a lucrative delivery, when it encounters a potentially deadly obstacle. Genre: Science Fiction    Excerpt: We had obtained the means of shielding certain sections of engineering and the crew quarters. Cargo, I was happy to be transparent about. But there were things aboard my ship that I needed to hide. And I couldn't expect the crew to remove every questionable item. Our chief engineer would have disembarked if we didn't fly with a sufficient supply of his favorite snack, mokkie-bars.   What story or stories am I revisiting in this episode?Each Season 8 episode is a standalone story, but it's connected to or inspired by a previous story through a character, a place, an object, a concept, a continuation of events (ahem, sequel), and so on. This story is connected to the Year Seven story entitled “A Tale of Nine Lemons,” in which a young man, whose parents have given his siblings all manner of wondrous parting gifts to help them make their fortunes in the world, is given a basket of lemons to make his fortune. That story was the result of a writing prompt about…lemons.  MY FIRST BOOK (yay)Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written?  I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover. The book title takes you straight to the book on Amazon. Or you can visit my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE   The Store page also has sign-up forms for my two email newsletters: Storyfeather Gazette (if you'd like to keep up with the fiction I create) Fictioneer's Field Guide (if you'd like writing tips and guidance from me) Choose what you want. (Either way, you're choosing high jinks.)   MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork? Please visit my Store page for updated info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE   CREDITSStory: “The Lemonuclear Conductor” Copyright © 2020 by Nila L. Patel Narration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production:  Nila L. Patel   Music: “Neon god” by NICHOLAS JEUDY (Intro & Outro) “Abstract Vision #5” by ANDREW SITKOV (Outro)   Music by NICHOLAS JEUDY “Them droids” “Neon god” “Reloaded” “Negociation” “MDK” “Bio hazard” “Men in black” “Under the mask” “Trojan horse” “Master” “Virtual reality”   All these tracks are part of a music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market. Music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev Market Sound effects from AudioJungle, and GameDevMarket, and Soundly (through Hindenburg) Changes made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration.   Find more music by Nicholas Jeudy and Andrew Sitkov at gamedevmarket.net Find more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description: Digital drawing of a humanoid person with a long-haired mohawk and scaly skin at left, facing away and looking at multiple glowing holographic displays with various readouts. The person points at the main display, which shows a containment or reactor vessel. Some text is readable. The word “engineering” at top, and “Lemonuclear Conductor: LNC Version 5.5.” Horizontal rectangular image is made square with borders at top and bottom with a textured pattern of square confetti and vertical bars in the same orange and yellow colors of the main image. Watermark of “Storyfeather” along left side of reactor vessel.

Why such specific judgments? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark high school senior, Peri Howell about Jeremiah 48-49. These judgments can remind us of our own sin and our need for a savior. Peri reminds us that while we deserved separation for us, God in his mercy, provides a way back into relationship with him.Additional references: Hebrews 11:1If you're a high school student, check out Shoreline! https://www.watermark.org/ministries/shoreline

Today on the "CONVERSATION Podcast", Pastor Ben Applebee is joined by Teri Dunham to discuss how Discipleship and Schools mix, in a 3 part series. Ben and Teri continue on with part 2, which focuses on Homeschooling! Rylee Applebee, Ben's wife, also joins the duo to give her experience as well!Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

What was Jeremiah's warning to Baruch in Jeremiah 45? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member, Brittany Stair, talk about God's providence over his people, even in the midst of sorrow and rebellion. Brittany reminds us that in the same way God called Jeremiah and Baruch, we are called to submit humbly to God's will. Additional references: Deuteronomy 4:6; Habakkuk 3; Romans 2:4; Romans 6:1-4Check out Wake for Middle Schoolers! https://www.watermark.org/ministries/wake

What does Jeremiah 42-44 reveal about human nature, the tension between fear and faith, and the consequences of disobedience to God's word? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark member, Tyler Moffett about Jeremiah 42-44 and answer the question "how does the remnant's return to Egypt reflect a reversal of the Exodus story?" They discuss what lessons we can draw for trusting divine guidance in times of crisis.Additional references: Jeremiah 6:16Check out the Porch! https://www.watermark.org/ministries/the-porch

Today, Pastor Bucky Dennis continues our series called "How Stuff Works", with his sermon called "The Wisdom of Community"!Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

What do we do when we experience opposition when we are obeying God? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member, Andrew Templeton, discuss Jeremiah 38 and God's faithfulness even in persecution. Andrew reminds us that faithfulness to the call of God is more important than successfulness.Additional Scripture:Jeremiah 2:13 – “for my people have committed two evils: they have forsaken me, the fountain of living waters, and hewed out cisterns for themselves, broken cisterns that can hold no water.”Lamentations 3:53-55 – “they flung me alive into the pit and cast stones on me; water closed over my head; I said, ‘I am lost.' “I called on your name, O Lord, from the depths of the pit.”Jeremiah 1:18 – “And I, behold, I make you this day a fortified city, an iron pillar, and bronze walls, against the whole land, against the kings of Judah, its officials, its priests, and the people of the land.”Matthew 5:12 – “Rejoice and be glad, for your reward is great in heaven, for so they persecuted the prophets who were before you.”Matthew 28:19-20 – “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in[a] the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”Additional Links:Interested in attending the Discover Missions meeting? Check out the link below?https://www.watermark.org/events/6562-discover-missionsCheck out the Join The Journey Devotionals here!https://www.jointhejourney.com/You can also check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898

Why did Jehoiakim burn Jeremiah's scroll in Jeremiah 36? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark member, Edna Sanchez about the rejection of God that Jehoiakim shows in his burning of the scroll. Emma and Edna encourage listeners to live righteously before men and God, even when rejection may come and to heed the Word of God with reverence. Check out how you can live missionally in your community! https://www.watermark.org/engage/outreach

An excited apprentice attempts to make a planet for the first time, having watched the making of hundreds. But watching is not the same as doing. Genre: Science Fiction, Science Fantasy   Excerpt: Nebulous gases shimmered as they swirled past me. Particles crashed and fused. Vapors thickened into plasma and then into liquid. Specks became pebbles. Pebbles became rock. Rock collided with rock… The layers of the sphere began to close into one sphere, imbued with a strong enough measure of gravity to draw a fine cloak of dust around itself as it spun into place.   What story or stories am I revisiting in this episode? Each Season 8 episode is a standalone story, but it's connected to or inspired by a previous story through a character, a place, an object, a concept, a continuation of events (ahem, sequel), and so on. The story that inspired this one, from way back in Season One, is called “Heliotrope,” about a device built by hopeful human hands. Fun fact: The character Proto is named for the term “protostar.” The character Ring is named so because I have an affinity for ringed planets. (Aside from Earth, my favorite planet is Saturn.)   MY FIRST BOOK (yay)Ever wonder how I've gotten all these hundreds of stories written?  I have a method. And I talk all about it in my book called Fictioneer's Field Guide: A Game Plan for Writing Short Stories. It's now available as an eBook, paperback, and hardcover.  The book title takes you straight to the book on Amazon. Or you can visit my Store page: STORYFEATHER STORE   The Store page also has sign-up forms for my two email newsletters: Storyfeather Gazette (if you'd like to keep up with the fiction I create) Fictioneer's Field Guide (if you'd like writing tips and guidance from me) Choose what you want. (Either way, you're choosing high jinks.)   MERCH!Interested in merch, like mugs and notebooks, featuring my artwork? Please visit my Store page for updated info on where you can buy: STORYFEATHER STORE   CREDITSStory: “RIng Planet One” Copyright © 2021 by Nila L. Patel Narration, Episode Art, Editing, and Production:  Nila L. Patel   Music: “Abstract Vision #5” by ANDREW SITKOV (Intro & Outro) “Cosmic Drifting” by LEE ROSEVERE (Outro   Music by JONATHAN SHAW “A Tale of Peace”   Music by LEE ROSEVERE “Cosmic Drifting” “Puzzle Pieces” “How I Used To See The Stars” “Musical Mathematics” “I Believe in You”   Tracks by Jonathan Shaw and Andrew Sitkov are part of music and sound effects bundles I purchased from Humble Bundle and sourced from GameDev Market.   Music by Jonathan Shaw and Andrew Sitkov is licensed from GameDev Market Music by Lee Rosevere is licensed under CC BY 4.0 Changes made to the musical tracks? Just cropping of some to align with my narration.   Find more music by Jonathan Shaw and Andrew Sitkov at gamedevmarket.net Find more music by Jonathan Shaw at jshaw.co.uk Find more music by Lee Rosevere at freemusicarchive.org/music/lee-rosevere and leerosevere.bandcamp.com Find more stories by Nila at storyfeather.com   Episode Art Description: Digital painting. At center, a planet with a dark smooth surface. A pyramidal section has been cut out to show three layers beneath the planet's surface. Two glowing rings surround the planet. Amorphous, plasma-like material swirls around the planet. Watermark of “Storyfeather” curves along planet at bottom.

Today on the "CONVERSATION Podcast", Pastor Ben Applebee is joined by Teri Dunham to discuss how Discipleship and Schools mix, in a 3 part series. This 1st part will have Ben and Teri focus on Public Education!Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

What is the yoke of Nebuchadnezzar? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member, Will Gullette, talk about Jeremiah 27 and define what is a yoke and explores God's sovereignty over his people and the earthly rulers. God's justice and mercy is on display in these chapters and reminds us that the Gospel is seen all throughout the Bible. Additional References: Romans 9:20-21Check out today's Join The Journey devotional: https://www.jointhejourney.com/7179-jeremiah-s-faithfulness-hezekiah-s-response

This week, Pastor Randy Iacovetta continues our series called "How Stuff Works", with his sermon called "God's NOT Amazon Prime"!Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

How does Jeremiah 17 connect with the blessed man and cursed man in Psalm 1? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member, Sara Fusco, talk about Jeremiah 17 and define blessing as choosing to trust in the Lord. Sara challenges us to evaluate if we are living as a blessed person, or a cursed person.Additional references:Psalm 1Listen to more of Sara Fusco!https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000612608086 https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000626060551 ​​https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey/id1600151923?i=1000664708574

What's the deal with the lying prophets in Jeremiah 14? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark member, David Szymanski, about Jeremiah 12-15. David talks about God's justice and consistent character in response to our sin and how, just like Jeremiah called the Israelites, God calls us back to himself. 

Why did God warn Jerusalem knowing they still would not repent? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member, Ben Stogner, talk about Jeremiah 5-7. Ben talks about how God's warning to Jerusalem was out of his love for his peope, but also because God is a just God.

How did God call Jeremiah? In today's Watermark Kids take over episode, Watermark's Director of Elementary, Catherine Meredith, talks with kids team member, Brittnee Estes about Jeremiah 1-4. Check out the Join The Journey Jr. Podcast! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/join-the-journey-junior/id1660089898To find out how to serve with Watermark Kids: https://www.watermark.org/search/serve?refinementList%5Bministries.title%5D%5B0%5D=Watermark%20Kids&refinementList%5Bministries.title%5D%5B1%5D=Starting%20Blocks&refinementList%5Bministries.title%5D%5B2%5D=KaleidoscopeFor parents with littles moving into K-1, check out the K-1 Sneak Peek on August 2nd! https://www.watermark.org/events/6600-k-1-sneak-peek

Today, our special guest Chelsea Fountain continues our series called "How Stuff Works"!Want to learn more about Watermark?Visit: https://watermarkoc.com/We would love to start a conversation with you!

What does it mean to be contrite? Why is God looking for those with a "humble and contrite spirit?" In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark member, Katie Shemanske, about Isaiah 66:2 helping us understand what genuine contrition is before the Lord in accepting his mercy, forgiveness, and our turning away from sin.  Additional References: Psalm 51; Matthew 5; 1 Peter 1:15-16Listen to Katie's previous episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s4-058-joshua-21-24/id1600151923?i=1000698367403

How do we find hope in a suffering servant? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member, Will McIlroy, talk about Isaiah 47-53. Will reminds us that God does not forget his people, even during suffering and trial.Additional references: Ephesians 3; Psalm 16:11To learn about Shoreline: watermark.org/ministries/shoreline

Who is the servant upon whom God has put his Spirit? In today's episode, Emma Dotter and Watermark member, Robert Greene, talk about Isaiah 42 and discuss how Isaiah is referring to the Messiah, Jesus who is our burden carrier and comforter.Additional references: Matthew 12:14; John 8:31-32To learn more about Re|engage: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/re-engage

Why is Hezekiah mentioned in Isaiah? Who is the greater Hezekiah? In today's episode, Seth Master and Watermark member, Bobby Durning, discuss Isaiah 37-41 and remind us who Hezekiah was and walk us through how Isaiah's words to Hezekiah are a foretelling of the greater king that was to come through Jesus Christ. 

Who is the righteous king in Isaiah 32? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with faithful Watermark member Anne Rodgers about Isaiah 32-36. Anne discusses the peace and restoration found in following the righteous king and the way of holiness as the way to follow him. Additional references:1-2 KingsRomans 122 Corinthians 1To learn more about Square One: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/square-oneTo sign up for Women's Bible Study: https://www.watermark.org/ministries/womens-bible-study

How do we hold both the promises of judgment and hope for redemption? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with Watermark member, Kyle Aaron, about Isaiah 21-26 and how Isaiah is pointing to the Savior to come through Jesus. Listen to Kyle's previous episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/s4-047-deuteronomy-21-23/id1600151923?i=1000695497761

What are all these oracles? Description:What are all these oracles? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with faithful Watermark member Olivia Webb about Isaiah 15-20. Emma and Olivia take a look at the relationship between prophecy and oracles and dive into themes of judgment, redemption, hope, and God's heart for the nations.Additional references:Romans 3

How does God rule through his enemies? Description:Why does God allow His enemies to rule, and what's the result? In today's episode, Emma Dotter talks with former Watermark student Bo Richardson about Isaiah 10-14. Bo discusses God's justice, mercy, and sovereignty and explores how God uses that which displeases him to punish that which displeases him and to refine his people.Additional references:Hebrews 12:6