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This week, we're pulling from the archives with a session from Dudley's series Grace: Living in the Liberty of God's Love. Dudley opens Romans 5 — what he calls “the much more chapter.” Salvation is wonderful, but it is so much more than fire insurance or a clean slate for past sins. God has prepared a life abundant and free, far beyond anything we would think to ask for. And for many of us, the first “much more” is the one we need most: knowing we are saved.So how do you know you are saved? Not by winning the debate over eternal security, and not by cataloging verses. Assurance of salvation is a ministry of the Holy Spirit, who speaks to your heart by name. Drawing on a moment from his father-in-law's funeral, Dudley invites us out of doubt and false guilt and into a confident, intimate relationship with Jesus. Salvation is not a bunch of doctrines believed. It is a ministry of Jesus received.You can find the full Grace series, along with more of Dudley's teaching, at StudyWithDudley.com.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAPSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventuresWatch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranchWatch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message

St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Farmersville, OhioSeptember 27, 2026Eighteenth Sunday after PentecostAnnouncementsPreludeOpening Hymn - "I Love to Tell the Story" - LBW #390Responsive ReadingPrayer of the DayFirst Lesson - Isaiah 55:6-9Second Lesson - Philippians 1:15-26Hymn - "I, the Lord of Sea and Sky" - WOV #752Gospel - Matthew 20:1-16Sermon - "Equal Call, Equal Reward"Hymn - "Pass it On"Apostles' CreedOfferingOffertory - "Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow" - LBW #565Prayers of the Church and Lord's PrayerBenedictionExodus Hymn - "Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus" - LBW #389DismissalPostlude

In this episode, Dudley and Sam unpack the new tagline on the Kerygma Ventures homepage: good news for bad Christians. So many believers quietly carry guilt, shame, and frustration, convinced they're just not very good at following Jesus. Dudley gently turns that frame over. God does invite us to grow in maturity, but He doesn't sort His children into good and bad. And if we think we're doing pretty well on our own, we may have lost sight of our need for a Savior.Walking through Paul's thorn in the flesh and 2 Corinthians 12:9, "My grace is sufficient for you, for my strength is made perfect in weakness," Dudley shows how our weakness becomes the very place God's mercy shows up. We aren't called to be models of morality, but trophies of His grace. And when we stop performing for God's approval, we discover the joy of knowing He already delights in us, and we're free to join Him in what He loves.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAPSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventuresWatch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranchWatch our "Dudley's Monthly Message" series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message

St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Farmersville, OhioSeptember 20, 2026Seventeenth Sunday after PentecostPreludeOpening Hymn - "Bind Us Together" - WOV #748Responsive ReadingPrayer of the DayFirst Lesson - Genesis 50:15-21 Second Lesson - Romans 14:5-9Hymn - "Trust and Obey"Gospel - Matthew 18:21-35Sermon - "Paying Mercy Forward"Hymn - "There's a Wideness in God's Mercy" - LBW #290Apostles' CreedOfferingOffertory - "We Give Thee But Thine Own" - LBW #410, v. 1Prayers of the Church and Lord's PrayerBenedictionHymn - "Praise to the Lord, the Almighty" - LBW #543Dismissal

Some of the most quoted lines in Christian life are not in the Bible at all, and some of our most beloved scriptures are saying something very different from what we have made them say. God helps those who help themselves. Money is the root of all evil. I can do all things through Christ. For I know the plans I have for you. We have put these on coffee mugs and sneakers and greeting cards, and somewhere along the way we stopped hearing them.In this conversation Dudley and Sam walk through several of the Bible verses most often taken out of context, and the pattern underneath them turns out to be the same one every time. We want something to hand across the counter. We want a text we can hold up as leverage — a step we have taken, a principle we have kept — so that God owes us the blessing. That is the transactional message of religion, and it is exactly what these verses were never written to support. God does not help those who help themselves. He helps those who cannot help themselves. If we could manage on our own, we would have no need of a Savior.Jeremiah 29:11 was spoken to a people walking into captivity. Philippians 4:13 is Paul in prison, promising strength for what God has actually assigned — not a guarantee that you will hit a fastball. And the Sermon on the Mount is not a harder set of commandments to climb; it is an upside-down announcement that the poor are rich and the merciful are safe, because the King has already done everything for them. Read as one unfolding story rather than a collection of disconnected religious rules, these verses stop being leverage and start being good news.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAPSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventuresWatch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranchWatch our "Dudley's Monthly Message" series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message

St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Farmersville, OhioSeptember 13, 2026Sixteenth Sunday after PentecostRally Sunday and Youth SundayAnnouncementsPreludeOpening Hymn - "Earth and All Stars!" - LBW #558, vv. 1, 2, 5, and 6Apostolic GreetingKyrieHymn of Praise - "Glory to God"Prayer of the DayChildren's SermonFirst Lesson - Ezekiel 33:7-9Second Lesson - Romans 13:1-10Hymn - "Jesus Loves Me"Gospel - Matthew 18:15-20Sermon SkitHymn - "Love Divine, All Loves Excelling" - LBW #315Apostles' CreedOfferingOffertory - "Create in Me"Prayers of the Church and Lord's PrayerBenedictionExodus Hymn - "To God be the Glory"DismissalFor the video version of today's service, please visit https://youtu.be/UQjqsX5jOFsMay God bless you now and always!

Today, Sam asks Dudley a question many people are quietly carrying: how can we trust the Bible, a book this old, written by men? Dudley meets it directly — the manuscripts behind Scripture are older, more numerous, and more consistent than anything else we call history. Then he goes deeper. Yes, it was written by men. God said He would use humankind to accomplish His mission on earth. He didn't drop plates out of the sky; He inspired the writers. And the same Spirit who inspired the writing now lives in us to explain it.From there the conversation turns closer to home. We are being formed by what we consume, and Dudley offers a gentle caution: misdiagnose the problem and you will reach for the wrong cure. Insight is welcome and wisdom is a gift, but if every road of self-discovery ends in more of us, we have landed in the wrong place. Scripture is not a manual for a better you — it is the story of God revealing Himself, and every page points to Jesus.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAPSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventuresWatch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranchWatch our "Dudley's Monthly Message" series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message

St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Farmersville, OhioSeptember 6, 2026Fifteenth Sunday after PentecostAnnouncementsPreludeOpening Hymn - "God, Whose Almighty Word" - LBW #400Brief Order for Confession and ForgivenessApostolic GreetingKyrieHymn of Praise - "This is the Feast"Prayer of the DayFirst Lesson - Jeremiah 15:15-21Second Lesson - Romans 12:1-8Hymn - "O Master, Let Me Walk with You" - LBW #492Gospel - Matthew 16:21-26Sermon - "Swimming Upstream"Hymn - "The Old Rugged Cross"Nicene CreedPrayers of the ChurchOfferingOffertory - "Let the Vineyards"Offertory PrayerGreat ThanksgivingWords of Institution and Lord's PrayerDistributionPost-Communion LiturgyBenedictionExodus Hymn - "Lift High the Cross" - LBW #377DismissalPostludeFor the video version of today's service, please visit https://youtu.be/JwP-pI9L2SsMay God bless you now and always!

This week Dudley brings us his monthly message, Gospel Culture. Paul told the Corinthians he was handing them the thing he considered most important, and then he said it plainly: Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, he was buried, and he was raised on the third day. Notice what that is. It isn't a set of instructions. It isn't a proposition — if you will do this, God will do that. It's an announcement that something has already happened. God acted in history, he finished the story he had been telling since the garden, and the news went out that it was done.Dudley walks through 1 Corinthians 15 and asks a question worth sitting with: what happens to a community when the message it hears is something slightly smaller than that? If what we proclaim is mainly a plan for getting our sins forgiven so that we can go to heaven, we will get a people shaped by that message — careful about whether they are in, unsure what to do with the years between now and heaven, and largely unbothered by the darkness around them. The plan of salvation is true. It simply isn't the whole gospel. Salvation is the fruit; the gospel is the announcement.And the announcement is bigger. Jesus is King. Sin is actually forgiven, not deferred. The accuser has been disarmed. The old self has been crucified, and the slaves have been set free. If that is true, then being saved is not a ticket to somewhere else — it is being restored to what humanity was made for in the first place: to enjoy God, to partner with him, and to push back darkness wherever it has set up. That is what Dudley means by a gospel culture, and it produces people who are full of joy, full of purpose, and full of meaning.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAPSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventuresWatch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranchWatch our "Dudley's Monthly Message" series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message

St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Farmersville, OhioAugust 30, 2026Fourteenth Sunday after PentecostAnnouncementsPreludeOpening Hymn - "All Hail the Power of Jesus' Name!" - LBW #328, vv. 1, 2, 6, and 7 Responsive ReadingPrayer of the DayChildren's SermonFirst Lesson - Exodus 6:1-8Second Lesson - Romans 11:33-36Hymn - "Praise the Lord! O Heavens" - LBW #540Gospel - Matthew 16:13-20Sermon - "God is God"Hymn - "My Jesus, I Love Thee"Apostles' CreedOfferingOffertory - "Praise God, From Whom All Blessings Flow" - LBW #565Prayers of the Church and Lord's PrayerBenedictionHymn - "Crown Him with Many Crowns" - LBW #170, vv. 1, 4, 5, and 6 DismissalFor the video version of today's service, please visit https://youtu.be/P8QVohqQnYcMay God bless you now and always!

Most of us were handed the Bible without being handed the story. So we open it looking for rules to keep, principles to apply, or a code to crack — and it reads like a jumble. In this conversation with Samuel Downe, Dudley talks about how to read the Bible the way it was actually written.He traces one promise made in a garden — that a human would crush the head of the serpent — through Abraham, through Israel, through Moses and David, until it arrives at Jesus. The Old Testament is not a pile of disconnected lessons. It is a rising action. Jesus is the climax: the final Adam, and the only Israelite who ever kept the covenant. Read that way, every page starts pointing somewhere.Dudley also names why so much Bible study turns into striving. When we assume God blesses the good and curses the rest, Scripture becomes one more list to fail at. But the gospel is not advice about earning a blessing — it is the announcement that Jesus already earned it and freely gives it away. And you do not need a scholar to see it. You need the Scriptures in front of you, the Spirit inside of you, and the saints around you.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAPSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeoYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventuresWatch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranchWatch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message

St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Farmersville, OhioAugust 23, 2026Thirteenth Sunday after PentecostDeborah Coyle, Worship LeaderAnnouncementsPreludeOpening Hymn - "My Life Flows on in Endless Song" - WOV #781Responsive ReadingPrayer of the DayChildren's SermonFirst Lesson - Isaiah 56:1-8Second Lesson - Romans 11:29-32Hymn - "O God, Our Help in Ages Past" - LBW #320Gospel - Matthew 15:21-28SermonHymn - "What a Friend We Have in Jesus" - LBW #439Apostles' CreedOfferingOffertory - "We Give Thee But Thine Own" - LBW #410, v. 1Prayers of the Church and Lord's PrayerBenedictionExodus Hymn - "Lord of All Hopefulness" - LBW #469DismissalFor the video version of today's service, please visit https://youtu.be/Mue63LcwN0YMay God bless you now and always!

Today, Dudley and Sam explore why we're so drawn to checklists, formulas, and step-by-step plans—and why God's design for transformation is far better. They explore the concept of Grace vs Works, and Dudley shows how true Spiritual Growth doesn't come from mastering a list but from living out of your Identity in Christ.Rather than striving to earn God's approval, we're invited into a living Relationship with God, where maturity, freedom, and joy grow through trust instead of performance. Along the way, Dudley offers practical wisdom for your Faith Journey, challenging the mindset of self-effort while encouraging a deeper vision of Leadership Development rooted in grace, purpose, and discovery.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

This week, Dudley and Sam explore one of the greatest challenges facing Christian Men today: living with peace and purpose in a world driven by busyness, pressure, and performance. In this conversation about fatherhood, work, and the demands of everyday life, they uncover why burnout often has less to do with our schedules and more to do with the way we measure success.Rather than chasing productivity or trying to please everyone, Dudley offers a refreshing vision of Christian Living rooted in our identity as sons of God. From learning to be fully present to finding joy in faithful obedience, this conversation provides practical wisdom for anyone pursuing lasting Spiritual Growth and a deeper sense of purpose.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

St. Andrew Lutheran Church, Farmersville, OhioAugust 9, 2026Eleventh Sunday after PentecostAnnouncementsOpening Hymn - "Gather Us In" - WOV #718Brief Order for Confession and ForgivenessApostolic GreetingKyrieHymn of Praise - "This is the Feast"Prayer of the DayFirst Lesson - Isaiah 55:1-5Second Lesson - Romans 8:35-39Hymn - "Let Us Break Bread Together" - LBW #212Gospel - Matthew 14:13-21Sermon - "A Rich Feast of God's Love"Hymn - "What Feast of Love" - WOV #701Nicene CreedPrayers of the ChurchOfferingOffertory - "Let the Vineyards"Offertory PrayerGreat ThanksgivingWords of Institution and Lord's PrayerDistributionPost-Communion LiturgyBenedictionExodus Hymn - "Go, My Children, With My Blessing" - WOV #721DismissalFor the video version of today's service, please visit https://youtu.be/fC2mSqtD0fsMay God bless you now and always!

This week, Dudley brings us his Monthly Message, "Does It Matter?" In this teaching, he asks a vital question: Is the Gospel of Jesus simply about Salvation, or is it the announcement that the Kingdom of God has arrived in Christ? With biblical clarity, Dudley challenges common assumptions that reduce the gospel to getting people into heaven, revealing instead the apostolic message proclaimed throughout the Book of Acts.Walking through 1 Corinthians 15 and Galatians, Dudley shows how Jesus fulfilled the Old Testament story through His life, death, and Resurrection, and how Grace invites us to stand confidently in His finished work rather than striving to earn God's favor. We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley and Sam explore what Biblical Manhood truly looks like through the lens of the Gospel, challenging the performance-driven mindset that leaves so many Christians exhausted and striving. Through conversation and biblical wisdom, they reveal how Peace with God produces a secure identity that frees us from fear, defensiveness, and the need to prove ourselves.They then unpack how Rest in Christ transforms the way we respond to life's challenges, make decisions, and partner with God instead of forcing our own plans. Together, they show that true Spiritual Transformation isn't achieved through greater effort but through trusting God's grace and learning to live as sons rather than servants.This conversation invites believers to embrace a deeper way of Walking with God, discovering the peace, freedom, and purpose that flow from a life rooted in Christ.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley, Sam and David explore the True Gospel and why so many believers unknowingly embrace a performance-based version of Christianity instead of the Good News Jesus came to proclaim. Through honest conversation and grounded Biblical Truth, they unpack the difference between grace and self-effort, revealing how the gospel transforms our lives from the inside out.Together, they discuss the growing movement of Deconstruction, offering practical wisdom for those questioning long-held beliefs while encouraging a humble pursuit of truth through the Holy Spirit. They also redefine Repentance as more than behavior change—it's a renewed way of thinking that aligns our hearts with what God has already accomplished through Christ.This conversation invites believers to move beyond religion, fear, and striving into the freedom, joy, and Spiritual Growth that come from trusting in Jesus' finished work.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley, Sam and David explore why so many Christians are questioning the messages they've heard in church and rediscovering the freedom of the true Gospel. Through honest conversation and grounded Bible teaching, they contrast performance-based religion with the Gospel of Grace, exposing how Manipulation, legalism, and self-effort can quietly shape our Faith.Together, they discuss the importance of biblical discernment, learning to recognize the voice of the Holy Spirit, and understanding why the finished work of Christ is the foundation of genuine spiritual growth. They also address the growing conversation around deconstruction, the lasting effects of Religious Trauma, and how experiences with a toxic church can leave people wounded without defining their relationship with Jesus.This conversation invites believers to move beyond fear, striving, and confusion into the freedom, confidence, and hope found in Christ alone.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

This week, Dudley brings us his Monthly Message, Steven's Gospel, and in it he continues the Apostolic Gospel series by examining Stephen's powerful message in Acts 7 and uncovering the core themes of the Gospel of Jesus. Through a sweeping overview of Scripture, he shows how the story of Israel finds its fulfillment in Christ and how the Kingdom of God arrived through Jesus' life, death, resurrection, and ascension.Dudley traces the biblical patterns found in figures like Abraham, Joseph, and Moses, revealing how each points to Jesus as the promised Deliverer. He also explores Stephen's bold confrontation with the religious leaders, demonstrating how the early church proclaimed the gospel with clarity, courage, and dependence on the Holy Spirit.Along the way, he challenges modern distortions such as the Prosperity Gospel and highlights why true repentance remains central to the apostolic message. Drawing from the Book of Acts and touching on themes related to the Last Days, this conversation invites believers to rediscover the gospel that transformed the first-century world—and still carries God's power to transform lives today.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley, David, and Sam explore why so many Christians feel spiritually exhausted, frustrated, and unfulfilled despite years of striving to grow in their faith. They contrast life lived from the Tree of Knowledge with the freedom and abundance found in the Tree of Life.Together, they unpack the dangers of Transactional Christianity, challenging the belief that God's favor is earned through performance, obedience, or religious effort. Instead, they reveal how the gospel is rooted in God's Grace and how true transformation flows from what Christ has already accomplished.They also discuss the vital role of the Holy Spirit in the believer's life, showing how Walking with God is less about striving and more about responding to His invitation and leading. As believers learn to live from a deeper Relationship with God, the Fruit of the Spirit becomes a natural outflow rather than a burdensome pursuit.This conversation invites believers to move beyond religious performance and discover the joy, freedom, and life that come from abiding in Christ.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley, Sam, and David explore why so many Christians feel weary, frustrated, and disconnected from the abundant life Jesus promised. Through honest conversation and biblical insight, they examine the difference between genuine spiritual life and religious performance, challenging common assumptions about what makes a church healthy and growing.They point to the Book of Acts and the example of the early church, as they discuss the relationship between life and structure, revealing why true Church Growth flows from the work of the Holy Spirit rather than programs, buildings, or strategies. Along the way, they unpack the tension of Grace vs Works, exposing the exhausting cycle of "try harder" Christianity and pointing believers back to the freedom found in Christ.The conversation also highlights the beauty of the New Testament Covenant, the reality of Sonship, and what it means to live as sons and daughters in the Kingdom of God rather than servants striving for approval.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

God is opening doors of favor in this season.In this week's Weekly Word, Dr. Candice Smithyman teaches on the month of Tammuz, the danger of turning back to idols, and the importance of staying humble when God begins to promote you.This is a time to remember who God says you are. You are called, appointed, and positioned for His purpose. Your gifts will make room for you, but your heart must remain fixed on the Lord.Dr. Candice shares powerful biblical insights on favor, promotion, identity, assignment, and the doors God opens that no one can shut.In this teaching, you will discover:God is releasing favor in this season Your gifts are making room for you Promotion comes from the Lord Stay humble as doors begin to open Do not let provision, protection, or acceptance become idols Walk confidently in your God-given identity and assignmentBe encouraged—God has not forgotten you. His favor is going before you, preparing the way and opening doors that align with His purpose for your life.Watch this week's message and receive the encouragement and direction the Lord has for you.

One of the questions many grieving parents ask after the death of a child is whether they will know and recognize their child in heaven. In this episode, Laura explores what Scripture reveals about our identity after death and why the Bible gives us reason to believe that our loved ones remain uniquely themselves in eternity. Through several biblical accounts, Laura shares hope and encouragement for pareavors longing for reassurance about their child's future and their own. If you have ever wondered whether the bond between parent and child continues beyond this life, this episode offers a comforting, faith-filled perspective grounded in God's Word. Links Mentioned in this episode: Listen to Episode 18: I Am Afraid My Child Might Not Be in Heaven Receive a Weekly Word of Hope from Laura. Check out all the GPS Hope resources here. Click here to support the podcast and join Laura on Patreon for extra content Birthdays: We lovingly remember and celebrate the lives of: Elias Glass was born on June 15 and is forever 20. Andrew Gichu was born on June 15 and is forever 48. Kari-Lee Venning (Birrell) was born on June 19 and is forever 25 Visit gpshope.org/birthdays to submit your child's name and date so we can honor them, too. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE! www.gpshope.org To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.

In this episode, Dudley and Jared Musgrove sit down for a thoughtful conversation about the growing sense of restlessness many believers feel when it comes to church. Rather than criticizing churches or leaders, they explore why people leave church, what fuels that dissatisfaction, and why some eventually begin asking deeper questions about faith itself. Throughout the discussion, they point back to the gospel as the foundation that must remain beneath every conversation about church, discipleship, and mission.Together, they discuss how to discern whether spiritual dissatisfaction is simply frustration or a genuine prompting from God. They reflect on the rise of the House Church movement, the strengths and challenges of both the mega church and smaller church models, and the importance of church planting that grows out of conviction, mission, and a desire to make disciples.Through personal stories and biblical reflection, Dudley and Jared examine why people leave Christianity, what healthy reform can look like, and how believers can pursue change without abandoning the body of Christ. Whether you're thriving in your church, wrestling with disappointment, or exploring new expressions of Christian community, this conversation offers encouragement to keep your eyes fixed on Jesus and to participate faithfully in the work God is doing in and through His Church.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley and Jared Musgrove explore what it means to return to a more biblical vision of the church. Through honest conversation and practical insights, they challenge modern ideas of church success, leadership, and discipleship, pointing instead to the simple yet powerful model of Apostolic Christianity found in the New Testament.Together, they discuss the role of house churches, the priesthood of all believers, and how Spiritual Gifts are best discovered through active participation in Kingdom Community. They also examine how Church Leadership can move beyond hierarchy and programs to empower every believer for ministry and discipleship.Through compelling stories and biblical reflection, this conversation highlights the importance of Authentic Faith expressed through real relationships, Spirit-led discipleship, and Faith in Action. Rather than relying on institutional structures alone, believers are encouraged to see needs, meet needs, and participate in the work God is already doing in their communities.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

This week, Dudley brings us his monthly message, “Power In The Name”. In it he explores the true meaning of Gospel preaching and why the message preached by Jesus and the apostles is far bigger than many modern Christians realize. Through careful teaching from Acts and the New Testament, he unpacks how Jesus is King, how the Kingdom of God was inaugurated through Christ, and why Apostolic preaching always centered on fulfillment, repentance, and the authority of Jesus.Dudley revisits the Pentecost sermon and Peter's message in Acts 3, showing how Old Testament Prophecy pointed directly to Christ as the fulfillment of Israel's story and the hope of the world. He also challenges common reductions of the gospel to religion, church tradition, or simply “going to heaven,” calling believers back to the power and fullness of the biblical gospel.This conversation invites believers to Repent, rediscover the Gospel of the Kingdom, and live in the transforming power, hope, and restoration found in Jesus Christ.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley and Jared explore the growing tension many believers feel with modern church culture, Church Leadership, and the structure of the Mega Church model. Through honest conversation and grounded biblical reflection, they challenge the corporate approach to ministry and revisit what the New Testament church — and the early House Church — was designed to be.Together, they unpack topics like Biblical Eldership, Shepherding, discipleship, and Tithing, while addressing why so many Christian Men are quietly leaving church despite remaining deeply committed to the gospel. Dudley and Jared explain that this isn't Deconstruction — it's hunger — and discuss the role of the Holy Spirit in equipping every believer for ministry, rather than limiting spiritual leadership to a select few.This conversation invites believers to rethink modern church systems through the lens of Scripture, calling the church back toward authentic community, shepherding, and Church Reform rooted in the gospel.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley and Jared explore what the Early Church can teach us about authentic Christian community, discipleship, and the life of the Kingdom of God. Through honest conversation and grounded Bible teaching, they revisit many of the assumptions modern Christianity has inherited about church structure, leadership, and what it actually means to live together as the people of God.Dudley reflects on his years in pastoral ministry, naming the quiet tension so many believers feel between corporate church models and the organic, Spirit-shaped relationships described in the New Testament. Together, he and Jared walk through the "one another" commands of Scripture, the beauty of Spirit-led community, and why so many faithful Christians today are experiencing spiritual burnout — worn down by performance, disconnected from real fellowship, and quietly wondering what the gospel actually says.The conversation also returns to the power of the gospel of Grace, Christ-centered preaching, and the invitation to rediscover genuine fellowship beyond programs and performance-driven Christianity. Along the way, they consider how movements like the House Church model might help spark true Church Revival in our generation.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.  Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley and Jared Musgrove share a powerful testimony that traces a lifelong faith journey—from a childhood encounter with Jesus to years spent serving inside the modern mega church world. Through honest conversation and biblical reflection, they explore how that early moment of salvation shaped a deeper hunger for authentic Christian community.As the discussion unfolds, they wrestle with big questions surrounding the Church today. Together, they challenge common assumptions about what the Church is meant to be and why so many believers feel disconnected or disillusioned.Drawing from personal experience and Scripture, they contrast institutional models with the simplicity and depth of the early Church, inviting listeners to reconsider what true faith looks like in practice.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

This week Dudley brings us his Monthly Message, The Day of the Lord. In it he explores the true nature of the gospel through a powerful Bible Study, breaking down Acts 2 explained and what the apostles actually preached. Through clear teaching and practical insight, he challenges common assumptions shaped by False Gospel Teaching, especially the idea that the gospel is only about going to heaven rather than living transformed today.Dudley brings clarity to the Born Again Meaning, unpacking repentance, baptism, and the gift of the Holy Spirit as the foundation of new life in Christ. He also highlights how the gospel establishes a Kingdom Mindset, calling believers to live under the authority of Jesus here and now.Along the way, this message touches on identity, purpose, and even Biblical masculinity, inviting men into deeper discipleship and leadership rooted in truth.This conversation invites believers to rediscover the power, clarity, and purpose of the gospel.We pray this message will encourage, challenge, and transform.As always, we invite you to share it with someone who needs it.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley and David Holland explore some of the most misunderstood teachings surrounding the Antichrist, the Book of Revelation, and End Times Prophecy. Through honest conversation and grounded Bible teaching, they challenge common assumptions about a future Antichrist figure and unpack Why Dispensationalism is wrong for many modern interpretations of prophecy.Dudley brings clarity to passages like Matthew 24 Explained, pointing to historical events such as 70 AD and revealing how much of what is often seen as future may have already been fulfilled. Together, they also revisit the true Armageddon meaning, shifting the focus away from fear and toward biblical context and hope.This conversation invites believers to rethink what they've been taught about the End Times, moving from confusion and fear into confidence and purpose rooted in Christ.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this powerful Weekly Word, Dr. Candice Smithyman teaches how the Hebrew month of Iyar is a time of supernatural provision, testing, purification, and preparation for what is next. As we move through the counting of the Omer and toward Sivan, God is revealing what is in our hearts and calling us to deeper trust, surrender, and obedience.This is not a season to strive, panic, or rely on your own strength. It is a season to let God expose fear, self-reliance, hoarding, and wrong dependence so you can step into true rest and receive His provision His way. Just as God provided manna daily for the Israelites in the wilderness, He is teaching His people today how to trust Him one day at a time and walk free from the mindset of lack.In this message, Dr. Candice shares how this 40-day window is a time of proving and positioning. God is preparing His people for more, but before increase comes, He tests the heart. Will we trust Him? Will we obey Him? Will we rest in Him? Or will we keep pushing in our own strength?In this message, you'll learn: Why Iyar is a month of supernatural provision How the manna test in Exodus 16 reveals what is in your heart Why God uses testing to prepare you for increase What Deuteronomy 8 says about humility, obedience, and wealth How rest, worship, and surrender position you for more Why God is preparing you now for new identity and new assignment How to break fear, striving, and the poverty mindset Why God wants your heart before He releases the next levelIf you have been feeling challenged, stretched, or tested, this word will help you understand what God is doing and how to respond in faith. He is not withholding from you. He is preparing you to carry more without losing your dependence on Him.This message also includes prayer for healing, breakthrough, and fresh strength as you move into this next season.RESOURCES MENTIONEDCracking the Time Code https://bit.ly/4v3jIh9New Eternal Kingdom Order Coursehttps://dream-mentors-transformational-life-coaching.teachable.com/p/the-new-eternal-kingdom-order-courseDream Mentors Biblical Life Coaching Certification Learn more: https://dreammentors.orgHebrew Calendar & Torah Reading ResourcesGet your Wall Calendar and copy of “365 Prophetic Revelations from the Hebrew Calendar”Www.candicesmithyman.comOutside the USA: https://amzn.to4aQYoR0

In this episode, Dudley and David Holland explore some of the most misunderstood Bible teachings around the Old and New Covenants, Israel, and End Times Prophecy. Through honest conversation and grounded Bible Teaching, they challenge the idea that believers must return to old systems, revealing how everything finds its fulfillment in Jesus Christ and the finished work of the cross.Dudley emphasizes a deeper truth: true salvation is not found in rituals, formulas, or performance, but through a restored relationship with God made possible by the Holy Spirit. What many still chase has already been fulfilled, inviting us into a life rooted in genuine faith in God, not outdated covenant systems.This conversation challenges us to rethink long-held assumptions about prophecy, identity, and connection with God, and to embrace the freedom already given.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley and Sam explore why so many men struggle with performance-based thinking, constantly trying to earn their worth. Using real-life conversations and biblical insight, he shows how true freedom comes from embracing the Grace of God, understanding Redemption, and living fully in the Christian faith.Dudley emphasizes a deeper truth: lasting transformation comes from Spiritual Identity, not performance or busyness. Through the lens of the Word of God, he illustrates how the Blood of Jesus secures our value and offers complete Salvation, inviting men to see themselves as fully loved and accepted by God.This conversation challenges us to stop measuring worth by society or achievement and instead live rooted in God's love. Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley and Sam explore how early church experiences can shape a lifetime of belief—and sometimes lead to Church Hurt, Faith Burnout, and Faith Deconstruction. Using a real-life example of how the story of Abraham and Isaac is taught to children, he challenges the idea that faith is primarily about behavior and performance.Instead, Dudley emphasizes a deeper truth: lasting transformation starts with Spiritual Identity, not Religious Pressure. This conversation offers a healthier approach to Christian Parenting, where children are rooted in who they are in Christ, rather than just what they do.This episode invites us to rethink how we communicate the gospel to the next generation—shifting from obligation to identity, from pressure to grace.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message

Today, Dudley brings us his Monthly Message, “Captive Thoughts,” and in it, he asks a defining question: what does it mean to truly follow Jesus in Christianity today? With warmth and clarity, he explores common misconceptions—faith as a checklist, spirituality as self-improvement, or freedom as autonomy apart from God.Turning to the Bible study of 2 Corinthians, Ephesians, and Colossians, Dudley points us to the Gospel truth of being captured by Christ. He shows how the Holy Spirit brings transformation, guides our thoughts, and reveals salvation through the Spirit of truth. This is a call to live fully surrendered, embracing love, hope, and righteousness in Christ, and aligning every thought and action with His purposes.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this episode, Dudley and Sam dive into the reality of deconstruction and why so many men are walking away from church, yet still searching for Jesus. You'll hear how faith was never meant to be reduced to self-improvement, but rooted in the finished work of Christ, where salvation is a gift, not something we earn.This conversation calls men back to their true identity in Christ, moving beyond disappointment and into a deeper understanding of grace, purpose, and truth. It speaks into biblical masculinity, reminding us that real strength is found in surrender, and that our role in fatherhood and life flows from knowing who we are in Him.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inTo recommend a candidate for Leadership Expedition, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/event/leadership-expedition/For more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message

In this episode, Dudley and Nathan Worden continue their conversation as they explore how to read the Bible in a way that leads to real transformation. Many believers feel overwhelmed when approaching Scripture, but learning a simple, faithful approach can unlock deeper understanding and lasting spiritual growth. Whether you're just starting out or looking for practical Bible study for beginners, this conversation offers wisdom for engaging God's Word with clarity and purpose.Along the way, Dudley reflects on how God uses discipline, family, and relationships to shape our lives. From parenting lessons to practical Christian marriage advice, the discussion reveals how God's design for life and relationships continually brings us back to our need for His grace.This episode reminds us that the Bible is more than information—it is an invitation to encounter Jesus and live in the freedom and wisdom of God's Word.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

What is God doing in this season? In this Weekly Word, Dr. Candice Smithyman shares a prophetic message for the month of Nisan, the season of Passover, cleansing, consecration, and preparation for increase. This is a time to let God purify your temple, remove old leaven, and bring your spirit, soul, and body into alignment with His will. Dr. Candice teaches on Passover, the Feast of Unleavened Bread, and the power of Jesus as our Passover Lamb. She shares why this season is connected to promotion, inheritance, healing, and breakthrough, and why purity matters more than perfection right now. Prayer, fasting, and giving are key in this window. This word is for those who know God is doing a deep work and getting them ready for what is next.Watch and share with someone who needs this encouragement today.RESOURCES MENTIONED • Cracking the Time Code https://www.candicesmithyman.com/shop/p/preorder-cracking-the-time-code-step-into-supernatural-acceleration-stop-cycles-of-delay-and-secure-gods-promises-today • New Eternal Kingdom Order Course https://dream-mentors-transformational-life-coaching.teachable.com/p/the-new-eternal-kingdom-order-courseDream Mentors Biblical Life Coaching Certification Learn more: https://dreammentors.org • Hebrew Calendar & Torah Reading ResourcesGet your Wall Calendar and copy of “365 Prophetic Revelations from the Hebrew Calendar”Www.candicesmithyman.com or out of USA go to https://amzn.to4aQYoR0FREE Mentoring Call – April 27 at 10 AM & 6 PM ESTFREE impartation & activation monthlyREGISTER HERE- http://bit.ly/4gfRKXmPodcast: Manifest His Presence on Spotify Events & Itinerary: https://candicesmithyman.com/events Visit: CandiceSmithyman.com for books, courses, & prophetic resourcesJoin Dr. Candice Smithyman's FREE Ascend prophetic calls every month for spiritual teaching and prophetic insight.

This week, Dudley continues his conversation with Nathan Worden as they explore how faith is meant to shape everyday life—our work, our families, and the quiet moments that often go unnoticed. Together they reflect on how every vocation can become part of our calling, and how God meets us not only in church but in the ordinary rhythms of life.You'll hear a powerful reminder that a life of discipleship grows through simple practices like gratitude, prayer, and intentional devotional time in God's Word. As we slow down and recognize the blessings around us, we begin to experience the transforming grace of God in deeper ways, even in seasons of difficulty.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this powerful Weekly Word, Dr. Candice shares a prophetic message while ministering in Uganda during the Million Women Africa tour. God is moving across the nations and calling His people into a season of elevation, alignment, and preparation as we approach the Hebrew month of Nisan.We are currently in the Torah portion Ki Tisa (Exodus 30–34), a passage that reveals a powerful spiritual principle: God calls His people to come up higher. In this season, the Lord is building His temple, establishing order, and positioning His people for a new beginning.The Hebrew month of Nisan marks the beginning of the Biblical religious calendar, the very season when God delivered Israel from Egypt and began their journey toward the Promised Land. As believers prepare for Passover, this is a time for consecration, repentance, and spiritual elevation.In this prophetic teaching you will discover:• The prophetic meaning of the Torah portion Ki Tisa (Exodus 30–34)• Why God is calling His people to elevate spiritually• The difference between the Biblical calendar and the civil calendar• The significance of the Hebrew month of Nisan• How the Exodus story connects to our personal breakthrough today• Why Passover represents a season of freedom, deliverance, and new beginningsGod is preparing His people for a destiny shift. As we transition into Nisan and move toward Passover, this is a time to align with heaven, release the past, and step into the future God has written for you.“Eye has not seen, nor ear heard what God has prepared for those who love Him.” — 1 Corinthians 2:9If this message encouraged you, share it with a friend and subscribe for weekly prophetic teachings on the Hebrew calendar and God's appointed times.RESOURCES MENTIONED • Cracking the Time Code https://www.candicesmithyman.com/shop/p/preorder-cracking-the-time-code-step-into-supernatural-acceleration-stop-cycles-of-delay-and-secure-gods-promises-today• New Eternal Kingdom Order Course • Dream Winners Coaching & CertificationWww.dreammentors.org • Hebrew Calendar & Torah Reading ResourcesGet your Wall Calender and copy of “365 Prophetic Revelations from the Hebrew Calendar”Www.candicesmithyman.com or out of USA go to https://amzn.to4aQYoR0

In this episode, Dudley sits down with Nathan Worden, a former Leadership Expedition participant, to reflect on how intense Leadership Training became a catalyst for lifelong growth. What began as a physically and mentally demanding experience became a deeper revelation of Identity in Christ—freedom from shame, freedom from performance, and confidence rooted in the gospel.Through an honest conversation about work ethic, hustle culture, health trends, and generational struggles, they explore what it really means to live with purpose. You'll hear how Mentorship, intentional Discipleship, and authentic Brotherhood shape men and women who are called up—not called out—into maturity and mission.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

In this tender episode, Laura welcomes Ashley to share the story of her daughter, Bridget, who was stillborn at 24 weeks after a complicated pregnancy.  Ashley speaks candidly about the trauma of delivering a baby who never cried, the sacred hours they were able to hold her, and the heartbreak of leaving the hospital without her. She also addresses the unexpected layers of grief that follow pregnancy loss—returning to an empty nursery, physical reminders like milk coming in, and the deep struggle with self-blame, offering reassurance that these painful realities are both common and valid. Out of that sorrow, Ashley describes how surrendering her pain to Jesus transformed her faith and eventually led to the ministry of Bridget's Cradles and her book, Cradled in Hope. The conversation explores biblical lament, holding both joy and grief at the same time, resting in God's sovereignty, and finding healing through Christ-centered support. With honesty and hope, Ashley reminds listeners that grieving with hope means trusting in eternity while allowing Jesus to walk closely with us in the present pain. Ashley Opliger is the USA Today bestselling author of Cradled in Hope and the founder and executive director of Bridget's Cradles, a national nonprofit providing hope and healing to more than 30,000 bereaved families each year in over 1,600 hospitals across all 50 states. She hosts the award-winning Cradled in Hope podcast and is a sought-after speaker and writer. Ashley also leads in-person and online support groups and organizes Wave of Light, an annual remembrance event held on Pregnancy and Infant Loss Remembrance Day. She lives in Wichita, Kansas, with her husband and two sons.  (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.)  Links Mentioned in this episode: Learn more about Ashley at AshleyOpliger.com and BridgetsCradles.com. Send email to laura@gpshope with Bridget in the subject line for book drawing The Bible’s Grieving Parents paperback and Companion Journal are now available; order now on Amazon or directly from GPS Hope. Click here to support the podcast, keep it ad-free, and get exclusive content. Click here to receive a Weekly Word of Hope from Laura. Birthdays: We lovingly remember and celebrate the lives of: Miesha Grimes was born on March 1 and is forever 24, Patrick Palazzo was born on March 2 and is forever 24. Aaron Wright was born on March 3 and is forever 32. Courtney Harris was born on March 4 and is forever 34. Jonathan Van Verdegem was born on March 6 and is forever 19. Visit gpshope.org/birthdays to submit your child's name and date so we can honor them, too. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE! www.gpshope.org To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.

This week, we're featuring the first lesson in Dudley's teaching series, “Hebrews: From Shadows To Substance”. In this lesson, Dudley shows us how what    God spoke in many ways through the prophets now finds its fullness in Jesus. From Noah to Abraham, from Moses and the Exodus to the temple, every story points to Christ.Drawing from the Gospel of John, Dudley reminds us that God's ultimate purpose is not mere survival or religious performance, but a life of true Joy and lasting Delight in His Son. The law, sacrifices, and sacred places were never the destination—they were signposts leading us to a living relationship with Jesus.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

Today, Dudley brings us his Monthly Message, “Tower or Temple?” and invites us to wrestle with a question: are we building the Tower of Babel, or are we living as God's true temple? With pastoral clarity, he contrasts humanity's attempt to reach heaven with God's desire to bring heaven to earth—first seen in the Garden of Eden, and fulfilled in Jesus Christ.Pointing to Christ as the promised Messiah and the Lamb of God, Dudley explains how Jesus offered Himself at the true Mercy Seat, ending the old system and forming a new creation community. The church is not a brand, a building, or a path to escape earth—it is a Spirit-filled people who embody God's presence and advance His Kingdom and Justice in the world.Get Dudley's Weekly Word delivered right to your inbox every Friday! Click here to get access ➡️ https://dudleysweeklyword.com/opt-inFor more information and resources, visit https://kerygmaventures.com/podcast/ Follow and subscribe:Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/41N9SAP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3LEIxeo YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@kerygmaventures Watch our "Conversations At The Ranch" series: https://bit.ly/conversations-at-the-ranch Watch our “Dudley's Monthly Message” series: https://bit.ly/dudleys-monthly-message 

After the death of a child, the darkness can feel suffocating. In this deeply personal episode, Laura shares from her own journey of losing her daughter, Becca. The panic attacks, the desperate prayers and the overwhelming thoughts told her that she would never survive this kind of pain.  When everything inside us says life will never be worth living again, how do we begin to move forward? Rooted in Romans 12:2, this conversation gently explores how transformation begins in the mind, even when the heart feels completely shattered. With both biblical truth and insights from neuroscience, this episode addresses how repeated thoughts can shape beliefs and identity, and how intentional, faith-filled shifts in thinking can begin creating space for light. Renewing your mind after child loss is not about denying grief or minimizing love; it is about challenging the lies that keep grieving parents trapped in despair and learning that it is our love, not the pain, that keeps us connected to our child. With deeply heart-felt compassion and clarity, Laura offers encouragement that, with God's help, it is possible to move forward without leaving our child behind. Links Mentioned in this episode: The paperback and Companion Journal are now available for orders on the GPS Hope webstore, along with the free gift of My Grief Journey when ordered in February. Click here to order. (They are both also available on Amazon.) Click here to support the podcast, keep it ad-free, and get exclusive content. Click here to receive a Weekly Word of Hope from Laura. Birthdays: We lovingly remember and celebrate the lives of: Mark Patrick King II was born on February 22 and is forever 29. Dharahan Walker was born on February 23 and is forever 31. Nolan Sanders was born on February 24 and is forever 28. Paul Huprich was born on February 24 and is forever 19. Ian Rodriguez was born on February 26 and is forever 33. Dylan Paul Yancey Clarke was born on February 26 and is forever 17. Visit gpshope.org/birthdays to submit your child's name and date so we can honor them, too. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE! www.gpshope.org To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.

What does it look like to cling to God after the death of a child, when the pain feels suffocating, forgiveness feels impossible, and trust feels fragile? In this powerful continuation of Laura's conversation with Linda Dillow, they explore the remaining heart skills that help grieving parents hold on to God and not give up. They talk honestly about lament as worship in a minor key, choosing trust over fear, the ongoing act of forgiveness (even when it must be repeated again and again), finding encouragement in God's presence, and allowing praise to slowly become the language of a surrendered heart. If you are walking through child loss and wondering how to keep going, this episode will gently remind you that you are not expected to “get over” your grief. This is a journey taken one step, one breath at a time. God meets you in the mess, in the anger, in the questions, and invites you to experience His love in a deeper way than head knowledge alone. You may not know what tomorrow holds. But you can learn, even in grief, to trust the One who holds tomorrow. Linda's new book is Hope for my Hurting Heart. She is also the author of several bestselling books, including Calm My Anxious Heart, Satisfy My Thirsty Soul and Intimate Issues. Linda and her husband, Jody, ministered in the former East European Communist countries and in Asia for eighteen years, training the leadership of the church. They have four grown children (one in heaven) and ten amazing grandchildren. Linda loves to encourage women to hope in God and trust in His faithfulness! (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.)  Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to preorder The Bible's Grieving Parents paperback and Companion Journal on the GPS Hope webstore. Order in February and receive a free My Grief Journey. Also available on Amazon starting February 19th. Click here to order Linda's book Hope for My Hurting Heart.  (Note: This is an affiliate link, which means a small portion of your purchase price will go to GPS Hope.) Click here to support the podcast, keep it ad-free, and get exclusive content. Click here to receive a Weekly Word of Hope from Laura. Birthdays: We lovingly remember and celebrate the lives of: Sean Kraus was born on February 19 and is forever 24. Jason Zimdars was born on February 20 and is forever 35. Visit gpshope.org/birthdays to submit your child's name and date so we can honor them, too. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE! www.gpshope.org To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.

In this first of a two-part conversation, Laura sits down with Linda Dillow to explore the heart behind her book “Hope for My Hurting Heart” and the personal losses that shaped it, including the death of her daughter, Joy. Together they begin unpacking the first three of eight “heart skills” designed to help hurting hearts cling to God and not give up.  As they discuss loss, Linda shares how grief must be faced rather than resisted, drawing from her own experiences of multiple life-altering losses. She offers gentle wisdom on endurance, perspective, and allowing pain to become a transforming work in God's hands, setting the stage for part two of this rich and hope-filled discussion. Linda's new book is Hope for my Hurting Heart. She is also the author of several bestselling books, including Calm My Anxious Heart, Satisfy My Thirsty Soul and Intimate Issues. Linda and her husband, Jody, ministered in the former East European Communist countries and in Asia for eighteen years, training the leadership of the church. They have four grown children (one in heaven) and ten amazing grandchildren. Linda loves to encourage women to hope in God and trust in His faithfulness! (Note: The views and opinions of our guests outside of this podcast may not be in agreement with GPS Hope.)  Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to order Linda's book Hope for My Hurting Heart.  (Note: This is an affiliate link, which means a small portion of your purchase price will go to GPS Hope.) Click here to support the podcast, keep it ad-free, and get exclusive content. Click here to receive a Weekly Word of Hope from Laura. Coming soon: The Bible's Grieving Parents paperback and Companion Journal. Birthdays: We lovingly remember and celebrate the lives of: Brenton Smith was born on February 10 and is forever 24. Gage Purcell was born on February 10 and is forever 11. Visit gpshope.org/birthdays to submit your child's name and date so we can honor them, too. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE! www.gpshope.org To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.  

When God feels silent after the death of a child, many grieving parents wonder if their faith has failed, or if God has stepped away. In this tender and honest episode, Laura speaks to pareavors (parents bereaved of their child) who love God yet feel disconnected, angry, or unable to sense His presence in the depths of grief. Through real words from grieving parents and gentle spiritual reflection, this conversation offers space for honesty, lament, and the possibility of encountering God again; not through answers, but through His quiet presence within. Links Mentioned in this episode: Click here to grab a copy of The Bible's Grieving Parents eBook and find comfort in God's Word for your grieving heart. Click here to support the podcast, keep it ad-free, and get exclusive content. Click here to receive a Weekly Word of Hope from Laura. Birthdays: We lovingly remember and celebrate the lives of: Josh Peterson was born on February 2 and is forever 35. Ava Shaw was born on February 4 and is forever 20. Rose Elizabeth Charlton was born on February 5 and is forever 27. Visit gpshope.org/birthdays to submit your child's name and date so we can honor them, too. The special song written for our children's birthdays I Remember Well can be heard here. Remember to Hold On Pain Eases; there is HOPE! www.gpshope.org To have Laura come and minister at your event, contact us at office@gpshope.org. Grieving Parents Sharing Hope (GPS Hope) is here to walk with parents through the darkness of child-loss, guiding them to a place of hope, light and purpose. It is a safe place for anyone who has lost a child from this earth. There is no shame or judgment in where you are in this journey, including if you are struggling in your relationship with God or your faith has been completely shattered.