Simply Equip Podcast Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:13:23 -0400 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1890474 en-us © 2026 Simply Equip Podcast yes 3fe4dc27-46e6-5014-a78b-6e7c011cd735 Pastor Gregg Sizemore and Caeden Sizemore episodic false Simply Equip is a Creekside Church podcast hosted by Caeden Sizemore alongside Lead Pastor Gregg Sizemore. Each week, we unpack Sunday’s message a little further with practical conversations designed to inspire, equip, and send you out to live on mission.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) Pastor Gregg Sizemore and Caeden Sizemore https://storage.buzzsprout.com/66ffbb1bvcj8fcaabu82jq0k84yc?.jpg Simply Equip Podcast https://www.buzzsprout.com/1890474 Breaking Free From a Sin Shaped Identity | Simply Equip Podcast Ep. 55 Breaking Free From a Sin Shaped Identity | Simply Equip Podcast Ep. 55 Why do we keep going back to the things Jesus has already freed us from?

In this episode, Caeden sits down with Cullen from Crosspoint City Church to talk about old habits, identity, spiritual formation, and what it really looks like to live like someone who has been made new in Christ.

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]]> Why do we keep going back to the things Jesus has already freed us from?

In this episode, Caeden sits down with Cullen from Crosspoint City Church to talk about old habits, identity, spiritual formation, and what it really looks like to live like someone who has been made new in Christ.

Subscribe to stay up to date with what God is doing at Creekside Church!
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]]> Pastor Gregg Sizemore and Caeden Sizemore Buzzsprout-19811697 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 16:00:00 -0400 3671 full false Understanding The Unseen Realm | Simply Equip Podcast Ep. 54 Understanding The Unseen Realm | Simply Equip Podcast Ep. 54 In this episode of Simply Equip, Caeden sits down with Pastor Gregg to unpack the spiritual battle behind the Exodus story. 

Together, they talk through the gods of Egypt, the unseen realm, and what Scripture teaches about the powers at work beyond what we can see. More importantly, they look at why any of this matters for everyday Christians who are trying to faithfully follow Jesus and live on mission.

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]]> In this episode of Simply Equip, Caeden sits down with Pastor Gregg to unpack the spiritual battle behind the Exodus story. 

Together, they talk through the gods of Egypt, the unseen realm, and what Scripture teaches about the powers at work beyond what we can see. More importantly, they look at why any of this matters for everyday Christians who are trying to faithfully follow Jesus and live on mission.

Subscribe to stay up to date with what God is doing at Creekside Church!

Website: https://creekside.church

Instagram: @creeksidechurchnp

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-19698396 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 01:00:00 -0400 2891 full false Episode 53: B.L.E.S.S. Part 2 Episode 53: B.L.E.S.S. Part 2 Hey everyone!

This week, Gregg and Leilani have a conversation about blessing your neighbors and community, and how to share your faith. This is part two of a two part series, we hope ya'll enjoy!
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We hope that you are enjoying this series, subscribe if you haven't already to stay up to date with what we've got going on here at Creekside Church! 

Insta: creeksidechurchnp
Check out our website! https://creekside.church

]]> Hey everyone!

This week, Gregg and Leilani have a conversation about blessing your neighbors and community, and how to share your faith. This is part two of a two part series, we hope ya'll enjoy!
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We hope that you are enjoying this series, subscribe if you haven't already to stay up to date with what we've got going on here at Creekside Church! 

Insta: creeksidechurchnp
Check out our website! https://creekside.church

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-15706768 Fri, 06 Sep 2024 10:00:00 -0400 2007 full false Episode 52 - B.L.E.S.S. Part 1 Episode 52 - B.L.E.S.S. Part 1 Hey everyone!

This week, Gregg and Leilani have a conversation about blessing your neighbors and community, and how to share your faith. This is part one of a two part series, we hope ya'll enjoy!

]]> Hey everyone!

This week, Gregg and Leilani have a conversation about blessing your neighbors and community, and how to share your faith. This is part one of a two part series, we hope ya'll enjoy!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-15551045 Thu, 08 Aug 2024 09:00:00 -0400 1766 full false Episode 51: Help Me, Help You (An Honest Conversation With The Next Gen) Episode 51: Help Me, Help You (An Honest Conversation With The Next Gen) Part two of the Simply Equip // Un-Despsied Youth collaboration is here! We have an honest conversation about parenting, demonic realities of social media, student struggles, addiction and so much more. We hope you have enjoyed this two part series!

]]> Part two of the Simply Equip // Un-Despsied Youth collaboration is here! We have an honest conversation about parenting, demonic realities of social media, student struggles, addiction and so much more. We hope you have enjoyed this two part series!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-15284248 Thu, 20 Jun 2024 11:00:00 -0400 1851 full false Episode 50: Next Gen - The Future of The Church Episode 50: Next Gen - The Future of The Church Pastors Gregg and Leilani Sizemore collaborate with the Un-Despised Youth Podcast in this week's episode in a two part series, talking about Gen Z and Gen Alpha as the future generation to lead the church. 

]]> Pastors Gregg and Leilani Sizemore collaborate with the Un-Despised Youth Podcast in this week's episode in a two part series, talking about Gen Z and Gen Alpha as the future generation to lead the church. 

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-15204502 Thu, 06 Jun 2024 09:00:00 -0400 1641 full false Episode 49: Apostles And Prophets Today? Episode 49: Apostles And Prophets Today? On today's episode, Pastor Gregg and Pastor Leilani discuss apostles and prophets, and if those titles are still relevant in the church today. #church #podcast #jesus

]]> On today's episode, Pastor Gregg and Pastor Leilani discuss apostles and prophets, and if those titles are still relevant in the church today. #church #podcast #jesus

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-15125059 Thu, 23 May 2024 13:00:00 -0400 1522 full false Episode 48: "Spiritual Gifts of Faith and Healing" Episode 48: "Spiritual Gifts of Faith and Healing" On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani continue in our series of talking about Spiritual Gifts. They discuss faith and healing. These are two gifts that have been confusing for many over the years, and we hope this conversation brings clarity to questions you might have around this topic!

]]> On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani continue in our series of talking about Spiritual Gifts. They discuss faith and healing. These are two gifts that have been confusing for many over the years, and we hope this conversation brings clarity to questions you might have around this topic!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-15039904 Thu, 09 May 2024 10:00:00 -0400 1800 full false Episode 47: Spiritual Gifts Pt. 4 - Discerning Spirits Episode 47: Spiritual Gifts Pt. 4 - Discerning Spirits On Today's episode, Gregg and Leilani discuss Discernment of Spirits as we continue in our Understanding Spiritual Gifts series. This is such a useful gift to the body of Christ, so we hope you enjoy today's episode as we dive in further to explore the Gifts of the Spirit.

]]> On Today's episode, Gregg and Leilani discuss Discernment of Spirits as we continue in our Understanding Spiritual Gifts series. This is such a useful gift to the body of Christ, so we hope you enjoy today's episode as we dive in further to explore the Gifts of the Spirit.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-14910742 Thu, 18 Apr 2024 00:00:00 -0400 1658 full false Episode 46: Spiritual Gifts Pt. 3 - Prophecy Episode 46: Spiritual Gifts Pt. 3 - Prophecy On today's Simply Equip Podcast, Gregg and Leilani continue in a series called Understanding Spiritual Gifts. They specifically dive into the topic of prophecy on today's podcast. What is prophecy and how do we weigh prophectic words scripturally? We hope you find today's episode helpful as you study this topic! 

]]> On today's Simply Equip Podcast, Gregg and Leilani continue in a series called Understanding Spiritual Gifts. They specifically dive into the topic of prophecy on today's podcast. What is prophecy and how do we weigh prophectic words scripturally? We hope you find today's episode helpful as you study this topic! 

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-14737993 Thu, 21 Mar 2024 12:00:00 -0400 1800 full false Episode 45: Spiritual Gifts Pt. 2 - Tongues Episode 45: Spiritual Gifts Pt. 2 - Tongues On today's podcast, Gregg and Leilani continue in our latest series, Understanding Spiritual Gifts. They discuss the gift of tongues and how it is to be used today. We hope you listen and gain insight and perspective around this unique gift.

]]> On today's podcast, Gregg and Leilani continue in our latest series, Understanding Spiritual Gifts. They discuss the gift of tongues and how it is to be used today. We hope you listen and gain insight and perspective around this unique gift.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-14647465 Thu, 07 Mar 2024 13:00:00 -0500 1688 full false Episode 44: Spiritual Gifts: Pt. 1 Episode 44: Spiritual Gifts: Pt. 1 On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani start a new series about Understanding Spiritual Gifts. We hope you enjoy this first episode where we break down who the Holy Spirit is, what His role is in our lives and how spiritual gifts empower the Church.

]]> On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani start a new series about Understanding Spiritual Gifts. We hope you enjoy this first episode where we break down who the Holy Spirit is, what His role is in our lives and how spiritual gifts empower the Church.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-14465705 Thu, 08 Feb 2024 13:00:00 -0500 1521 full false Episode 43: Goals or Conviction? Pt. 2 Episode 43: Goals or Conviction? Pt. 2 On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani discuss Deep Convictions that shape our lives. This is part 2 of this topic, and today Gregg and Leilani get practical on how once you have a deep conviction, making space in your life to implement whatever God is trying to teach you. We hope you find today's episode helpful!

]]> On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani discuss Deep Convictions that shape our lives. This is part 2 of this topic, and today Gregg and Leilani get practical on how once you have a deep conviction, making space in your life to implement whatever God is trying to teach you. We hope you find today's episode helpful!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-14369934 Thu, 25 Jan 2024 00:00:00 -0500 1532 full false Episode 43: Goals or Conviction? Pt. 1 Episode 43: Goals or Conviction? Pt. 1 Happy new year everyone! As we dive headfirst into the new year, goals are great! But, on the next two episodes, Gregg and Leilani talk about asking God to reveal deep convictions that shape and transform us into being more like Jesus!

]]> Happy new year everyone! As we dive headfirst into the new year, goals are great! But, on the next two episodes, Gregg and Leilani talk about asking God to reveal deep convictions that shape and transform us into being more like Jesus!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-14290859 Thu, 11 Jan 2024 07:00:00 -0500 1532 full false Episode 42: Discipline Leads to Freedom Episode 42: Discipline Leads to Freedom Do you struggle with being disciplined because you don't like restriction? Maybe you're the type of person that has always seen discipline as hard because you love to be "free". Today on the Simply Equip Podcast, Gregg and Leilani talk about how discipline actually leads to true freedom. Discipline is a fruit of the Spirit, so what can we do to abide more in Him, and celebrate the fruit of discipline in our lives!

]]> Do you struggle with being disciplined because you don't like restriction? Maybe you're the type of person that has always seen discipline as hard because you love to be "free". Today on the Simply Equip Podcast, Gregg and Leilani talk about how discipline actually leads to true freedom. Discipline is a fruit of the Spirit, so what can we do to abide more in Him, and celebrate the fruit of discipline in our lives!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-14145096 Thu, 14 Dec 2023 00:00:00 -0500 1884 full false Episode 41: It's all about subtraction Episode 41: It's all about subtraction On today's episode, we talk about what it means to want more of God, and when we want more of God, how do we make space for Him in our lives. It's not about adding things to our day, it's about subtracting things that aren't as beneficial as spending time in God's Word and prayer. 

]]> On today's episode, we talk about what it means to want more of God, and when we want more of God, how do we make space for Him in our lives. It's not about adding things to our day, it's about subtracting things that aren't as beneficial as spending time in God's Word and prayer. 

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-13936007 Thu, 09 Nov 2023 00:00:00 -0500 2020 2 41 full false Episode 40: What does it mean to be a priest? Episode 40: What does it mean to be a priest? On today's podcast, Gregg and Leilani talk about what it means when we say, "We are priests". We reference this book throughout the episode:

How To Worship a King

]]> On today's podcast, Gregg and Leilani talk about what it means when we say, "We are priests". We reference this book throughout the episode:

How To Worship a King

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-13761928 Thu, 12 Oct 2023 00:00:00 -0400 1948 2 40 full false Episode 39: The Power of Encouragement Episode 39: The Power of Encouragement Today we talk about the power of encouragement in our relationships! We hope you enjoy!

]]> Today we talk about the power of encouragement in our relationships! We hope you enjoy!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-13675173 Thu, 28 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3755 2 39 full false Episode 38: Combatting Shame Episode 38: Combatting Shame In today's episode we talk about combatting shame. We reference  "The Soul of Shame" by Curt Thompson which has a comprehensive exploration of shame from a psychological, neuroscientific, and spiritual perspective. Hopefully this podcast gives you insights, strategies, and practical exercises to help you understand and heal from the destructive impact of shame in your life.

]]> In today's episode we talk about combatting shame. We reference  "The Soul of Shame" by Curt Thompson which has a comprehensive exploration of shame from a psychological, neuroscientific, and spiritual perspective. Hopefully this podcast gives you insights, strategies, and practical exercises to help you understand and heal from the destructive impact of shame in your life.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-13586970 Thu, 14 Sep 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3563 2 38 full false Episode 37: Combating Fear and Anxiety Episode 37: Combating Fear and Anxiety In this episode, Gregg and Leilani talk about how to combat fear and anxiety in our lives. If this is your struggle today, we hope you know you are not alone. Here are some practical tips to help you during a season where anxiety has a grip on your life.

]]> In this episode, Gregg and Leilani talk about how to combat fear and anxiety in our lives. If this is your struggle today, we hope you know you are not alone. Here are some practical tips to help you during a season where anxiety has a grip on your life.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-13504792 Thu, 31 Aug 2023 10:00:00 -0400 3604 2 37 full false Episode 36: Combating Resentment Episode 36: Combating Resentment On today's episode, we discuss what is at the root of resentment, where it creeps into our life, and how to fight it!

]]> On today's episode, we discuss what is at the root of resentment, where it creeps into our life, and how to fight it!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-13417348 Thu, 17 Aug 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3477 2 36 full false Episode 35:Planting Disciple Making Churches all over the world Episode 35:Planting Disciple Making Churches all over the world We talk about our vision of starting new churches all over the world today, and share practically what that means for the everyday American. 

]]> We talk about our vision of starting new churches all over the world today, and share practically what that means for the everyday American. 

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-13082639 Thu, 22 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3526 2 35 full false Episode 34: Living in the tension of busyness and rest Episode 34: Living in the tension of busyness and rest Ruthless Elimination of Hurry

24/6

Ideal Work Week


]]> Ruthless Elimination of Hurry

24/6

Ideal Work Week


]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-12996577 Thu, 08 Jun 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3944 2 34 full false Episode 33: What does Unity require of us? Episode 33: What does Unity require of us? In today's episode, Gregg and Leilani talk about what God says about unity and how we work towards that as believers.

]]> In today's episode, Gregg and Leilani talk about what God says about unity and how we work towards that as believers.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-12918588 Thu, 25 May 2023 09:00:00 -0400 3594 2 33 full false Episode 32: Other gods and their significance today Episode 32: Other gods and their significance today Supernatural-Michael Heiser


Youtube video about the unseen realm: 


Bible Project: Spiritual Beings



The Return of the Gods-Jonathan Cahn


]]> Supernatural-Michael Heiser


Youtube video about the unseen realm: 


Bible Project: Spiritual Beings



The Return of the Gods-Jonathan Cahn


]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-12825519 Thu, 11 May 2023 00:00:00 -0400 4210 full false Episode 31:Healthy Relationships and Community Episode 31:Healthy Relationships and Community On today's episode, we are wrapping up our Healthy Hearts, Healthy World series with special guests, Kristy Greene and Kris White! We hope you enjoy the wisdom of these ladies as they share about how to have strong friendships and community as adults.

]]> On today's episode, we are wrapping up our Healthy Hearts, Healthy World series with special guests, Kristy Greene and Kris White! We hope you enjoy the wisdom of these ladies as they share about how to have strong friendships and community as adults.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-12732259 Thu, 27 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 3960 2 31 full false Episode 30: Healthy Hearts, Healthy World (Cultivating Healthy Homes Pt 2) Episode 30: Healthy Hearts, Healthy World (Cultivating Healthy Homes Pt 2) On today's episode, we have two special guests, Cullen and Caeden Sizemore talking about what it's like to interact and cultivate healthy homes with Gen Z kids. This is a powerful episode, and we hope you enjoy!

]]> On today's episode, we have two special guests, Cullen and Caeden Sizemore talking about what it's like to interact and cultivate healthy homes with Gen Z kids. This is a powerful episode, and we hope you enjoy!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-12640171 Thu, 13 Apr 2023 00:00:00 -0400 4914 full false Episode 29: "Healthy Hearts, Healthy World" Cultivating Healthy Homes Pt 1 Episode 29: "Healthy Hearts, Healthy World" Cultivating Healthy Homes Pt 1 On today's episode, special guests, Corey and Tiffani talk about how to cultivate healthy homes with littles!

]]> On today's episode, special guests, Corey and Tiffani talk about how to cultivate healthy homes with littles!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-12550493 Thu, 30 Mar 2023 14:00:00 -0400 3834 2 29 full false Episode 28: Healthy Hearts, Healthy World(Marriage Pt 3) Episode 28: Healthy Hearts, Healthy World(Marriage Pt 3) This is the final episode in our marriage portion of healthy hearts, healthy world.

Counseling resources:

Local GA counseling

Virtual Counseling

]]> This is the final episode in our marriage portion of healthy hearts, healthy world.

Counseling resources:

Local GA counseling

Virtual Counseling

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-12480332 Mon, 20 Mar 2023 17:00:00 -0400 3736 full false Episode 27: Healthy Hearts, Healthy World(Marriage Pt 2) Episode 27: Healthy Hearts, Healthy World(Marriage Pt 2) Today, we continue in our series and focus in on some things that make our marriages healthy!

]]> Today, we continue in our series and focus in on some things that make our marriages healthy!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-12360308 Thu, 02 Mar 2023 07:00:00 -0500 3712 2 27 full false Episode 26: Healthy Hearts, Healthy World(Marriage Pt 1) Episode 26: Healthy Hearts, Healthy World(Marriage Pt 1) On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani start the conversation about what is the Biblical meaning of marriage. This is the start of a series on healthy relationships.

]]> On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani start the conversation about what is the Biblical meaning of marriage. This is the start of a series on healthy relationships.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-12262694 Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3478 full false Episode 25: Why do we emphasize prayer so much? Episode 25: Why do we emphasize prayer so much? Today we share about why we value and talk about prayer so much and what God is teaching us right now. How do we host the presence of God in our everyday lives? 

]]> Today we share about why we value and talk about prayer so much and what God is teaching us right now. How do we host the presence of God in our everyday lives? 

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-12163506 Thu, 02 Feb 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3327 2 25 full false Episode 24: How we process pain is important Episode 24: How we process pain is important On today's podcast, Leilani shares a bit about how processing pain well is so important. She talks about the damaging effects in her life of not processing and coping for years and how God has shaped and molded her the most in those dark seasons. "We can't truly give God gratitude on the mountaintop, if we haven't walked with Him in the valley".

]]> On today's podcast, Leilani shares a bit about how processing pain well is so important. She talks about the damaging effects in her life of not processing and coping for years and how God has shaped and molded her the most in those dark seasons. "We can't truly give God gratitude on the mountaintop, if we haven't walked with Him in the valley".

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-12069691 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 00:00:00 -0500 3444 2 24 full false Episode 23: Who Is Your One? Episode 23: Who Is Your One? Today we are talking about evangelism and why we use the phrase, "Who Is Your One" at Creekside all the time. Happy New Year, friends!

]]> Today we are talking about evangelism and why we use the phrase, "Who Is Your One" at Creekside all the time. Happy New Year, friends!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-11987683 Thu, 05 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0500 3617 2 23 full false Episode 22: Reflection and Letting Go Episode 22: Reflection and Letting Go On today's episode, we talk about how to reflect and self-evaluate, especially at year end. We discuss how to let go of the things that do not need to follow us into the New Year.  We hope you enjoy!

]]> On today's episode, we talk about how to reflect and self-evaluate, especially at year end. We discuss how to let go of the things that do not need to follow us into the New Year.  We hope you enjoy!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-11790787 Thu, 01 Dec 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3294 full false Episode 21: Living a Grateful Life Episode 21: Living a Grateful Life On today's episode, we talk about how practicing gratitude changes the way you live! We have a conversation about how living this way does not come naturally, but it can be cultivated.

]]> On today's episode, we talk about how practicing gratitude changes the way you live! We have a conversation about how living this way does not come naturally, but it can be cultivated.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-11711205 Thu, 17 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3862 full false Episode 20: The Different Views on End Times or Eschatology Episode 20: The Different Views on End Times or Eschatology On today's episode, we have special guest, James Griffin, Lead Pastor of CrossPoint City Church in Cartersville, GA, joining us. We are discussing the different views on End Times, and why it's important to continue growing in our knowledge in what the Bible has to say about this and how it affects us today. We think you are going to really enjoy this episode!

Additional resources:
Three Views on the Millennium and Beyond/Darrell L Bock
A Commentary on the Revelation of John/George Ladd/Historic Premillennial View
He Shall Have Dominion/Kenneth L Gentry Jr-Postmillennial View
Kingdom Come/Sam Storms-Amillennial View

]]> On today's episode, we have special guest, James Griffin, Lead Pastor of CrossPoint City Church in Cartersville, GA, joining us. We are discussing the different views on End Times, and why it's important to continue growing in our knowledge in what the Bible has to say about this and how it affects us today. We think you are going to really enjoy this episode!

Additional resources:
Three Views on the Millennium and Beyond/Darrell L Bock
A Commentary on the Revelation of John/George Ladd/Historic Premillennial View
He Shall Have Dominion/Kenneth L Gentry Jr-Postmillennial View
Kingdom Come/Sam Storms-Amillennial View

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-11618659 Thu, 03 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -0400 4257 full false Episode 19/Homosexuality And The Response Of The Church Episode 19/Homosexuality And The Response Of The Church On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani talk about how the church has historically viewed and responded to the topic of homosexuality as well as the two major views within Christianity surrounding this subject.

Resource: A People To Be Loved-Preston Sprinkle

]]> On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani talk about how the church has historically viewed and responded to the topic of homosexuality as well as the two major views within Christianity surrounding this subject.

Resource: A People To Be Loved-Preston Sprinkle

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-11533065 Thu, 20 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3807 full false Episode 18/Social Norms and the misuse of alcohol Episode 18/Social Norms and the misuse of alcohol On today's podcast, we will take a look at what the Bible has to say about alcohol. We talk about how to use it wisely as a Christ follower and help frame our thoughts around how much is too much and when to abstain.

]]> On today's podcast, we will take a look at what the Bible has to say about alcohol. We talk about how to use it wisely as a Christ follower and help frame our thoughts around how much is too much and when to abstain.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-11445524 Thu, 06 Oct 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3630 1 18 full false Episode 17/The Art of Disagreement Episode 17/The Art of Disagreement On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani talk about how we can disagree with one another yet still love! Disagreements with people who have a different viewpoint do not have to end in us refusing to be friends. We can sharpen one another in love rather than being divided. 

We hope you enjoy!

]]> On today's episode, Gregg and Leilani talk about how we can disagree with one another yet still love! Disagreements with people who have a different viewpoint do not have to end in us refusing to be friends. We can sharpen one another in love rather than being divided. 

We hope you enjoy!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-11327676 Thu, 22 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3571 1 17 full false Episode 16/ Confession and Accountability Episode 16/ Confession and Accountability On today's episode, special guests Katie Tyndall and Jacob Whitehead talk about how practicing confession and accountability leads to authenticity in relationships. This is a powerful conversation and we hope you enjoy!


]]> On today's episode, special guests Katie Tyndall and Jacob Whitehead talk about how practicing confession and accountability leads to authenticity in relationships. This is a powerful conversation and we hope you enjoy!


]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-11279430 Thu, 08 Sep 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3687 1 16 full false Episode 15/Is Tithing Still Applicable to Christians today? Episode 15/Is Tithing Still Applicable to Christians today? On today's episode, we discuss Old Testament Law of tithing, and then look at what applies to us today under the new covenant of grace.

We refer to this sermon during our Parables of Jesus series.

The Blessed Life-Robert Morris

]]> On today's episode, we discuss Old Testament Law of tithing, and then look at what applies to us today under the new covenant of grace.

We refer to this sermon during our Parables of Jesus series.

The Blessed Life-Robert Morris

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-11198083 Thu, 25 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3767 1 15 full false Episode 14/Finding a Sacred Pace Episode 14/Finding a Sacred Pace On today's episode, we talk about the pace of our world being so much different than it used to be and how that causes us to live tired and overwhelmed.  How do we not conform to what the world tells us is just good work ethic? We think this is a timely episode as we enter another season and set priorities that align with what God wants for us.

Additional material on this topic:

To Hell With The Hustle- Jefferson Bethke

The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry - John Mark Comer

A podcast of these two authors on the combined topics of these books:

Fight Hustle, End Hurry

]]> On today's episode, we talk about the pace of our world being so much different than it used to be and how that causes us to live tired and overwhelmed.  How do we not conform to what the world tells us is just good work ethic? We think this is a timely episode as we enter another season and set priorities that align with what God wants for us.

Additional material on this topic:

To Hell With The Hustle- Jefferson Bethke

The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry - John Mark Comer

A podcast of these two authors on the combined topics of these books:

Fight Hustle, End Hurry

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-11117141 Thu, 11 Aug 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3513 full false Episode 13 / How to stay passionate & on Mission Episode 13 / How to stay passionate & on Mission On today's episode, we talk about how to stay passionate about living on mission. As humans, we naturally get really excited about things and then lose interest. If our most important task here on earth is sharing the hope and love of Jesus, how to we not just go through the motions, but actually stay passionate about this for the long haul? We hope you enjoy!

]]> On today's episode, we talk about how to stay passionate about living on mission. As humans, we naturally get really excited about things and then lose interest. If our most important task here on earth is sharing the hope and love of Jesus, how to we not just go through the motions, but actually stay passionate about this for the long haul? We hope you enjoy!

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-10883805 Thu, 30 Jun 2022 09:00:00 -0400 3486 full false Episode 12/Mentorship and Leaving a Legacy Episode 12/Mentorship and Leaving a Legacy Today we talk with special guest, Ken Buwalda about mentorship and leaving a legacy for the next generation. Ken has been a student ministry leader for 40 years now, and has so much wisdom to bring! We think you will love this episode as much as we did! 

]]> Today we talk with special guest, Ken Buwalda about mentorship and leaving a legacy for the next generation. Ken has been a student ministry leader for 40 years now, and has so much wisdom to bring! We think you will love this episode as much as we did! 

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-10800534 Thu, 16 Jun 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3526 1 12 full false Episdode 11/Intentional Parenting Pt 2 Episdode 11/Intentional Parenting Pt 2 On today's episode, we continue to talk about what it means to intentionally develop our kid's faith and disciple them well. We have special guests, Caeden and Brielle Sizemore, who give us a teenagers perspective on what it means to live out faith with everything that they face each day. We hope you enjoy!

If you wish to listen to another phenomenal family/parenting podcast series, we recommend: Intentional Family Podcast by John Tyson and Jeff Bethke

]]> On today's episode, we continue to talk about what it means to intentionally develop our kid's faith and disciple them well. We have special guests, Caeden and Brielle Sizemore, who give us a teenagers perspective on what it means to live out faith with everything that they face each day. We hope you enjoy!

If you wish to listen to another phenomenal family/parenting podcast series, we recommend: Intentional Family Podcast by John Tyson and Jeff Bethke

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-10642622 Thu, 19 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3948 full false Episode 10/Intentional Parenting Pt 1 Episode 10/Intentional Parenting Pt 1 On today's episode, we start the conversation about how to be an intentional parent as our kids are in the elementary school age. This episode starts the conversation for what kids face in today's world and how we can model what they need from us as parents to help them navigate and learn to be Christ followers at an early age. We have special guest, Camille Alderman, who has been an educator and administrator in our local public school systems for the past 22 years, on the episode to discuss trends in students and how we can assist in giving them the direction needed as parents.

We will follow up with an episode geared towards pre-teens to teenagers.

]]> On today's episode, we start the conversation about how to be an intentional parent as our kids are in the elementary school age. This episode starts the conversation for what kids face in today's world and how we can model what they need from us as parents to help them navigate and learn to be Christ followers at an early age. We have special guest, Camille Alderman, who has been an educator and administrator in our local public school systems for the past 22 years, on the episode to discuss trends in students and how we can assist in giving them the direction needed as parents.

We will follow up with an episode geared towards pre-teens to teenagers.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-10561689 Thu, 05 May 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3253 1 10 full false Episode 9/Women in Ministry and Headship Episode 9/Women in Ministry and Headship On today's episode, we dig a little further into the passages that have been confusing and difficult to interpret as it pertains to women in ministry and "headship" passages in Scripture.

Part 1: Sermon in 1 Corinthians series at Creekside Church 

Equal by Katia Adams

The Blue Parakeet by Scott McKnight

The 5 Myths of Male Headship- The Junia Project

]]> On today's episode, we dig a little further into the passages that have been confusing and difficult to interpret as it pertains to women in ministry and "headship" passages in Scripture.

Part 1: Sermon in 1 Corinthians series at Creekside Church 

Equal by Katia Adams

The Blue Parakeet by Scott McKnight

The 5 Myths of Male Headship- The Junia Project

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-10475633 Thu, 21 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3999 1 9 full false Episode 8:Guarding Your Mind/Retraining your brain Episode 8:Guarding Your Mind/Retraining your brain On today's episode, we talk with special guest, Connor Tyndall, about how powerful our negative thoughts can be, and talk about some practical steps for guarding our minds and re-training our brains.

Resources:

You are not your brain- Jeffrey M Schwartz

Get out of your head- Jenni Allen

Resource for Kids dealing with anxiety or intrusive thoughts:

What to do when you worry too much-Dawn Huebner

]]> On today's episode, we talk with special guest, Connor Tyndall, about how powerful our negative thoughts can be, and talk about some practical steps for guarding our minds and re-training our brains.

Resources:

You are not your brain- Jeffrey M Schwartz

Get out of your head- Jenni Allen

Resource for Kids dealing with anxiety or intrusive thoughts:

What to do when you worry too much-Dawn Huebner

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-10348089 Thu, 07 Apr 2022 00:00:00 -0400 4522 full false Episode 7/Learning to Listen for God's Voice Episode 7/Learning to Listen for God's Voice Today we will be discussing how to position ourselves to hear from God! Does God speak today, and if so, how? We believe God is speaking through many different ways, but have we trained ourselves to listen for Him?

Resources:

The Practice of the Presence of God-Brother Lawrence

How to Hear God-Pete Greig

]]> Today we will be discussing how to position ourselves to hear from God! Does God speak today, and if so, how? We believe God is speaking through many different ways, but have we trained ourselves to listen for Him?

Resources:

The Practice of the Presence of God-Brother Lawrence

How to Hear God-Pete Greig

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-10305455 Thu, 24 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0400 3507 1 7 full false Episode 6/Three Different Viewpoints on Hell Episode 6/Three Different Viewpoints on Hell On today's episode, we summarize 3 different views on the topic of Hell. Here are the different podcasts and book recommendations to help you dig further if you choose:

Traditional view

Conditionalist/Annihilism

Book on all three views including Universalist

]]> On today's episode, we summarize 3 different views on the topic of Hell. Here are the different podcasts and book recommendations to help you dig further if you choose:

Traditional view

Conditionalist/Annihilism

Book on all three views including Universalist

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-10185098 Thu, 10 Mar 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3789 full false Episode 5: Living Vulnerably Episode 5: Living Vulnerably In today's episode, we are talking about living vulnerably. We define what it means to live this way, and give some boundaries around how to live this out!

Here are a few of the resources we mentioned in our discussion:

Dare to Lead: Brene Brown(mainly the first chapter)
Anatomy of the Soul: Curt Thompson M.D.

]]> In today's episode, we are talking about living vulnerably. We define what it means to live this way, and give some boundaries around how to live this out!

Here are a few of the resources we mentioned in our discussion:

Dare to Lead: Brene Brown(mainly the first chapter)
Anatomy of the Soul: Curt Thompson M.D.

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-10130953 Thu, 24 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3608 1 5 full false Episode 4/Cultivating a Life of Daily Worship Episode 4/Cultivating a Life of Daily Worship On today's episode, we look at what it means to live a life of worship. We define the difference between worship and praise, and what the Bible says about how to engage in worship and praise! Here are a few additional resources we mentioned in today's episode:

"How to Worship a King" by Zach Neese
"Holy Roar" by Chris Tomlin and Darrin Whitehead
"The Reset" by Jeremy Riddle

]]> On today's episode, we look at what it means to live a life of worship. We define the difference between worship and praise, and what the Bible says about how to engage in worship and praise! Here are a few additional resources we mentioned in today's episode:

"How to Worship a King" by Zach Neese
"Holy Roar" by Chris Tomlin and Darrin Whitehead
"The Reset" by Jeremy Riddle

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-10045364 Thu, 10 Feb 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3722 1 4 full false Episode 3/The Intersection of Theology and Psychology Episode 3/The Intersection of Theology and Psychology On today's episode, we interview Carma Burgos,  and discuss the importance of mental health. We touch on myths surrounding professional counseling, and how the Christian faith supports being holistically healthy. 
Notes: 5 areas to check in with yourself regularly to evaluate your mental health:

  • Physical
  • Emotional/mental
  • Social 
  • Environmental
  • Occupational

Resources for how we as the church can integrate faith with psychology(counseling):
A new approach to mental illness in the church-Ed Stetzer
Is Scripture Enough-Kristen Kansiewicz, LMHC
The Wounded Spirit-Tim Keller

]]> On today's episode, we interview Carma Burgos,  and discuss the importance of mental health. We touch on myths surrounding professional counseling, and how the Christian faith supports being holistically healthy. 
Notes: 5 areas to check in with yourself regularly to evaluate your mental health:

  • Physical
  • Emotional/mental
  • Social 
  • Environmental
  • Occupational

Resources for how we as the church can integrate faith with psychology(counseling):
A new approach to mental illness in the church-Ed Stetzer
Is Scripture Enough-Kristen Kansiewicz, LMHC
The Wounded Spirit-Tim Keller

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-9957087 Thu, 27 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 4097 1 3 full false Episode 2/ Sabbath: Is it still relevant today? Episode 2/ Sabbath: Is it still relevant today? We hope you enjoy today's episode on Sabbath, or Shabbat! Here are the resources we referenced as we researched:

The Bible Project: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/sabbath-video/ Also, check out their blog, and podcasts on this subject for a much deeper dive into the topic.

24/6 by Matthew Sleeth, M.D

The Deeply Formed Life by Rich Villodas

The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: by John Mark Comer

]]> We hope you enjoy today's episode on Sabbath, or Shabbat! Here are the resources we referenced as we researched:

The Bible Project: https://bibleproject.com/explore/video/sabbath-video/ Also, check out their blog, and podcasts on this subject for a much deeper dive into the topic.

24/6 by Matthew Sleeth, M.D

The Deeply Formed Life by Rich Villodas

The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry: by John Mark Comer

]]> Gregg and Leilani Sizemore Buzzsprout-9875998 Thu, 13 Jan 2022 00:00:00 -0500 3086 1 2 full false Episode 1 / Leading a Value Driven Life Episode 1 / Leading a Value Driven Life We wanted to kick off our first episode, and the new year, with some thoughts on what we do each year as individuals, in our marriage and as a family to live intentional, value-driven lives! This is not a recipe or formula for you to follow, just some thoughts on how to frame the questions you ask of yourself and how to turn those thoughts and values into actionable steps to help you live out those values!

Here is a link to the value cards we talk about in this episode!

We hope you enjoy today's episode, and encourage you to like, subscribe and share this with your friends. 

]]> We wanted to kick off our first episode, and the new year, with some thoughts on what we do each year as individuals, in our marriage and as a family to live intentional, value-driven lives! This is not a recipe or formula for you to follow, just some thoughts on how to frame the questions you ask of yourself and how to turn those thoughts and values into actionable steps to help you live out those values!

Here is a link to the value cards we talk about in this episode!

We hope you enjoy today's episode, and encourage you to like, subscribe and share this with your friends. 

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