Episodes

  • Do Not Understand (Isaiah 6:8-13)

    Do Not Understand (Isaiah 6:8-13)
    Feb 9 2025

    For the Children of God, the bent knee is far more powerful than the balled fist.



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    24 mins
  • Emmanuel (Jeremiah 1:4-10)

    Emmanuel (Jeremiah 1:4-10)
    Feb 2 2025

    Can we stay with God, even when God shifts us to a new and challenging role in the world?



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    17 mins
  • Renewed in Mission (Luke 4:14-21)

    Renewed in Mission (Luke 4:14-21)
    Jan 26 2025

    The Gospel is not always comfortable. It doesn’t conform to our needs or desires. As followers of Christ, we proclaim that Gospel boldly and without reservation, anywhere anyone fails to feel God’s love. Period.



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    23 mins
  • Renewed in Community (1 Corinthians 12:1-11)

    Renewed in Community (1 Corinthians 12:1-11)
    Jan 19 2025

    God equipped you for the season ahead. Are you willing to step out of your comfort zone, and start using those gifts more energetically? The world needs you!



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    19 mins
  • Renewed in Baptism (Luke 3:15-17, 21-22)

    Renewed in Baptism (Luke 3:15-17, 21-22)
    Jan 12 2025

    We are claimed. We are loved.



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    16 mins
  • Renewed Identity (John 1:1-18)

    Renewed Identity (John 1:1-18)
    Jan 5 2025

    Your identity is grounded in Jesus.



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    22 mins
  • Resolution (Colossians 3:12-17)

    Resolution (Colossians 3:12-17)
    Dec 29 2024

    Resolve to look a little more like Jesus in 2025. Also, my apologies to lovers of miniature dachshunds.



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    19 mins
  • Love (Luke 1:46-55)

    Love (Luke 1:46-55)
    Dec 22 2024

    God’s love is still being birthed in the world today, if we are willing.



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    19 mins